G7 nations on Friday further imposed several sanctions on Russia for its invasion of Ukraine, aimed at paralysing the Kremlin's war machinery. The announcement came after the G7 summit concluded in Japan's Hiroshima city. Meanwhile, it is reported that the Quad summit, which was originally scheduled to take place in Australia's Sydney, will now shift to Hiroshima and be held on the sidelines of the G7 summit. And, India's central bank RBI stunned Indians by effectively withdrawing INR 2000 note from circulation.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/g7-leaders-vow-to-starve-russian-war-machine-with-new-set-of-sanctions-594159">G7 leaders vow to 'starve Russian war machine' with new set of sanctions</a>
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The Group of Seven (G7) countries on Friday vowed to “starve Russia of G7 technology, industrial equipment and services that support its war machine”, as it announced a plethora of sanctions to punish Vladimir Putin for launching an invasion against Ukraine.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/exclusive-pm-modi-president-zelenskyy-to-meet-in-hiroshima-594003">EXCLUSIVE: Modi, Zelensky to meet in Hiroshima, have first in-person interaction since Russian invasion</a>
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In a significant development, Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India and President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine are scheduled to meet in Hiroshima, Japan on the sidelines of the G7 Summit. This meeting marks the first in-person interaction between the two leaders since the Russia-Ukraine conflict began last year.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/quad-summit-to-take-place-in-japans-hiroshima-on-the-sidelines-of-g7-summit-594140">Quad summit to take place in Japan’s Hiroshima on the sidelines of G7 summit</a>
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The leaders of the Quad nations will meet on Saturday in Japan’s Hiroshima, according to the latest media reports. The meeting will take place on the sidelines of the G7 summit.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cnn-host-christiane-amanpour-criticises-network-for-hosting-trump-town-hall-594163">CNN host Christiane Amanpour criticises network for hosting Trump town hall</a>
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CNN anchor Christiane Amanpour used strong words to criticise her own network for hosting a town-hall event with United States former president Donald Trump last week, stating she had “a very robust exchange of views” with Chris Licht, the chief executive who has been under fire for approving and then defending his decision to stage it.

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Five users of TikTok in the US have filed a lawsuit in a federal court to overturn the statewide ban imposed on the video-sharing app in Montana, saying the restriction violates their right to free speech.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indias-central-bank-rbi-stops-circulation-of-rs-2000-currency-594168">India’s central bank RBI withdraws Rs 2,000 currency note from circulation</a>
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India’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of India, on Friday said that it is withdrawing the currency note of Rs 2000 denomination from circulation.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-greenlights-joint-plan-to-train-ukrainian-pilots-on-f-16s-but-on-european-soil-594213">Biden greenlights joint plan to train Ukrainian pilots on F-16s, but on European soil</a>
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Walking back on his earlier statements, US President Joe Biden on Friday informed his G7 allies that Washington DC will support a joint effort to train Ukrainian pilots on fourth-generation aircraft, including F-16s.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/bcci-likely-to-make-major-announcement-on-odi-world-cup-after-sgm-wtc-final-squad-to-travel-in-three-slots-594162">BCCI likely to make major announcement on ODI World Cup after SGM; WTC final squad to travel in three slots</a>
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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) could make a major announcement on the upcoming ODI World Cup as the preparations move to the final stage.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-kathal-movie-review-sanya-malhotra-shines-in-this-cheeky-satire-594178">Kathal movie review: Sanya Malhotra shines in this cheeky satire</a>
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Kathal: A Jackfruit Mystery revolves around the theft of two prized jackfruits from the garden of a local politician in a small town in Madhya Pradesh, India. Amidst this investigation, a young police officer named Mahima finds herself at the centre of the mystery.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/golf-eric-cole-double-bogey-hands-bryson-dechambeau-pga-championship-lead-594150">Golf: Eric Cole double-bogey hands Bryson DeChambeau PGA Championship lead</a>
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Eric Cole, who spent the night atop the PGA Championship leaderboard, was back at Oak Hill early on Friday to complete his opening round, turning over the lead to Bryson DeChambeau after a double-bogey start to his day.&nbsp;

G7 nations on Friday further imposed several sanctions on Russia for its invasion of Ukraine, aimed at paralysing the Kremlin's war machinery. The announcement came after the G7 summit concluded in Japan's Hiroshima city.

G7 nations on Friday further imposed several sanctions on Russia for its invasion of Ukraine, aimed at paralysing the Kremlin's war machinery. The announcement came after the G7 summit concluded in Japan's Hiroshima city. Meanwhile, it is reported that the Quad summit, which was originally scheduled to take place in Australia's Sydney, will now shift to Hiroshima and be held on the sidelines of the G7 summit. And, India's central bank RBI stunned Indians by effectively withdrawing INR 2000 note from circulation. Please click on the headlines to read more. G7 leaders vow to 'starve Russian war machine' with new set of sanctions The Group of Seven (G7) countries on Friday vowed to “starve Russia of G7 technology, industrial equipment and services that support its war machine”, as it announced a plethora of sanctions to punish Vladimir Putin for launching an invasion against Ukraine. EXCLUSIVE: Modi, Zelensky to meet in Hiroshima, have first in-person interaction since Russian invasion In a significant development, Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India and President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine are scheduled to meet in Hiroshima, Japan on the sidelines of the G7 Summit. This meeting marks the first in-person interaction between the two leaders since the Russia-Ukraine conflict began last year. Quad summit to take place in Japan’s Hiroshima on the sidelines of G7 summit The leaders of the Quad nations will meet on Saturday in Japan’s Hiroshima, according to the latest media reports. The meeting will take place on the sidelines of the G7 summit. CNN host Christiane Amanpour criticises network for hosting Trump town hall CNN anchor Christiane Amanpour used strong words to criticise her own network for hosting a town-hall event with United States former president Donald Trump last week, stating she had “a very robust exchange of views” with Chris Licht, the chief executive who has been under fire for approving and then defending his decision to stage it. US: TikTok content creators file lawsuit against state ban imposed on app in Montana Five users of TikTok in the US have filed a lawsuit in a federal court to overturn the statewide ban imposed on the video-sharing app in Montana, saying the restriction violates their right to free speech. India’s central bank RBI withdraws Rs 2,000 currency note from circulation India’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of India, on Friday said that it is withdrawing the currency note of Rs 2000 denomination from circulation. Biden greenlights joint plan to train Ukrainian pilots on F-16s, but on European soil Walking back on his earlier statements, US President Joe Biden on Friday informed his G7 allies that Washington DC will support a joint effort to train Ukrainian pilots on fourth-generation aircraft, including F-16s. BCCI likely to make major announcement on ODI World Cup after SGM; WTC final squad to travel in three slots The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) could make a major announcement on the upcoming ODI World Cup as the preparations move to the final stage. Kathal movie review: Sanya Malhotra shines in this cheeky satire Kathal: A Jackfruit Mystery revolves around the theft of two prized jackfruits from the garden of a local politician in a small town in Madhya Pradesh, India. Amidst this investigation, a young police officer named Mahima finds herself at the centre of the mystery. Golf: Eric Cole double-bogey hands Bryson DeChambeau PGA Championship lead Eric Cole, who spent the night atop the PGA Championship leaderboard, was back at Oak Hill early on Friday to complete his opening round, turning over the lead to Bryson DeChambeau after a double-bogey start to his day.

Top 10 world news: Quad summit to be held in Hiroshima, G7 imposes more sanctions on Russia, and more

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf chairman and former Prime Minister Imran Khan on Sunday called on his supporters to stage protests across the country to "snatch the freedom back" for one hour starting 5:00 PM (1230 GMT). In another news from South Asia, Cyclone Mocha ravaged bordering areas of Myanmar and Bangladesh, threatening the livelihoods of millions of Rohingya refugees living in the Cox's Bazar area. A major development took place in the Russia-Ukraine war as Russia in a rare admission said it lost its two commanders near the frontline hotspot of Bakhmut in eastern Ukraine.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/imran-khan-calls-for-freedom-protest-across-pakistan-says-you-have-to-snatch-it-592364">Pakistan participates in Imran Khan's 'freedom' protest; across country people take to streets</a>
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Responding to Pakistan's ex-prime minister Imran Khan's call for a nationwide "freedom" protest on Sunday (May 14th), his supporters took to the streets across the country.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/category-5-cyclone-mocha-hits-myanmar-bangladesh-border-threatens-rohingya-refugees-in-low-lying-regions-592249">'Very severe' cyclone Mocha hits Myanmar-Bangladesh border, threatens Rohingya refugees in low-lying regions</a>
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Cyclone Mocha made landfall at the Bangladesh-Myanmar border on Sunday, according to Bangladesh's weather office. It is destroying trees and pouring torrential rain to the region threatening hundreds of thousands of Rohingya refugees.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-troops-western-arms-depots-hit-in-ternopil-petropavlivka-russian-defence-ministry-592312">Russia's rare announcement of battlefield losses: Two commanders killed in Ukraine's Bakhmut</a>
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In a rare announcement of its losses on the battlefield, Russia on Sunday said that two of its military commanders had been killed in combat near the frontline hotspot of Bakhmut in eastern Ukraine.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/climate-change-flash-floods-caused-by-heavy-rainfall-claims-22-lives-in-somalia-450000-affected-un-592386">Climate change | Flash floods caused by heavy rainfall claims 22 lives in Somalia, 450,000 affected: UN</a>
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Flash floods caused by heavy rainfall in central Somalia have claimed the lives of at least 22 people and left over 450,000 affected, according to the UN’s Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/how-scammers-are-virtually-kidnapping-chinese-students-in-australia-592380">How scammers are ‘virtually kidnapping’ Chinese students in Australia</a>
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Police in Sydney, Australia have warned that “virtual kidnapping” scams are on the rise, targeting international Chinese students and causing serious financial and psychological harm.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/scientist-working-in-uk-for-last-20-years-joins-chinas-hypersonic-programme-592323">Scientist working in UK for last 20 years joins China’s hypersonic programme</a>
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A prominent physicist working in the UK for over 20 years on hypersonic technology has now joined China to lead an innovation team working to make hypersonic vehicles more efficient and effective.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-who-is-praveen-sood-karnataka-dgp-now-the-new-cbi-officer-592373">India: Who is Praveen Sood? IPS officer, now chief of CBI</a>
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The high-powered selection committee led by prime minister Narendra Modi nominated IPS officer Praveen Sood as the director of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for a two-year term on Sunday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-war-kyiv-used-missiles-from-uk-to-attack-luhansk-says-russia-592157">Ukraine war: Kyiv used missiles from UK to attack Luhansk, claims Russia</a>
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<a>Russia claimed on Saturday (May 13) that Ukraine used long-range missiles from the United Kingdom to target civilian sites in the Russian-held city of Luhansk in eastern Ukraine on Friday</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/heath-streak-zimbabwes-most-celebrated-all-rounder-gets-treated-for-cancer-remains-in-good-spirits-592393">Heath Streak - Zimbabwe's most celebrated all-rounder, gets treated for cancer, remains in good spirits</a>
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Zimbabwe’s most celebrated cricketer and former captain Heath Streak is currently getting treated for cancer under one of the most respected oncologists in South Africa.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/nicki-minaj-drops-red-ruby-da-sleeze-music-video-on-mothers-day-watch-592353">Nicki Minaj drops Red Ruby Da Sleeze music video on Mother's Day | WATCH</a>
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Trinidadian-born rapper, singer, and songwriter Nicki Minaj has treated her fans to the much-awaited music video of her first solo single of the year, "Red Ruby Da Sleeze".

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf chairman and former Prime Minister Imran Khan on Sunday called on his supporters to stage protests across the country to "snatch the freedom back" for one hour starting 5:00 PM (1230 GMT).

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf chairman and former Prime Minister Imran Khan on Sunday called on his supporters to stage protests across the country to "snatch the freedom back" for one hour starting 5:00 PM (1230 GMT). In another news from South Asia, Cyclone Mocha ravaged bordering areas of Myanmar and Bangladesh, threatening the livelihoods of millions of Rohingya refugees living in the Cox's Bazar area. A major development took place in the Russia-Ukraine war as Russia in a rare admission said it lost its two commanders near the frontline hotspot of Bakhmut in eastern Ukraine. Click on the headlines to read more. Pakistan participates in Imran Khan's 'freedom' protest; across country people take to streets Responding to Pakistan's ex-prime minister Imran Khan's call for a nationwide "freedom" protest on Sunday (May 14th), his supporters took to the streets across the country. 'Very severe' cyclone Mocha hits Myanmar-Bangladesh border, threatens Rohingya refugees in low-lying regions Cyclone Mocha made landfall at the Bangladesh-Myanmar border on Sunday, according to Bangladesh's weather office. It is destroying trees and pouring torrential rain to the region threatening hundreds of thousands of Rohingya refugees. Russia's rare announcement of battlefield losses: Two commanders killed in Ukraine's Bakhmut In a rare announcement of its losses on the battlefield, Russia on Sunday said that two of its military commanders had been killed in combat near the frontline hotspot of Bakhmut in eastern Ukraine. Climate change | Flash floods caused by heavy rainfall claims 22 lives in Somalia, 450,000 affected: UN Flash floods caused by heavy rainfall in central Somalia have claimed the lives of at least 22 people and left over 450,000 affected, according to the UN’s Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA). How scammers are ‘virtually kidnapping’ Chinese students in Australia Police in Sydney, Australia have warned that “virtual kidnapping” scams are on the rise, targeting international Chinese students and causing serious financial and psychological harm. Scientist working in UK for last 20 years joins China’s hypersonic programme A prominent physicist working in the UK for over 20 years on hypersonic technology has now joined China to lead an innovation team working to make hypersonic vehicles more efficient and effective. India: Who is Praveen Sood? IPS officer, now chief of CBI The high-powered selection committee led by prime minister Narendra Modi nominated IPS officer Praveen Sood as the director of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for a two-year term on Sunday. Ukraine war: Kyiv used missiles from UK to attack Luhansk, claims Russia Russia claimed on Saturday (May 13) that Ukraine used long-range missiles from the United Kingdom to target civilian sites in the Russian-held city of Luhansk in eastern Ukraine on Friday Heath Streak - Zimbabwe's most celebrated all-rounder, gets treated for cancer, remains in good spirits Zimbabwe’s most celebrated cricketer and former captain Heath Streak is currently getting treated for cancer under one of the most respected oncologists in South Africa. Nicki Minaj drops Red Ruby Da Sleeze music video on Mother's Day | WATCH Trinidadian-born rapper, singer, and songwriter Nicki Minaj has treated her fans to the much-awaited music video of her first solo single of the year, "Red Ruby Da Sleeze".

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The owner of the boat which capsized in the southern Indian state of Kerala, killing at least 22 people, including 15 children, was nabbed by police in the Calicut (Kozhikode) beach area. He reportedly didn't have a license to operate it, and a case was registered against him on Sunday. In another news surrounding the China-Taiwan tensions, the US is seeking to fast-track the sale of weapons to the island nation worth $500 million. One of the biggest developments in the news world came from Myanmar today, where an ASEAN convoy came under attack by assailants in the country's southern Shan province.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/kerala-boat-tragedy-owner-of-the-vessel-caught-by-police-590357">Kerala boat tragedy: Police nab absconding owner of the sunken vessel</a>
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The owner of the boat that capsized killing 22 in southern Indian state of Kerala has been caught by the police, reported Press Trust of India.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/as-chinese-invasion-threat-looms-us-fast-tracks-500-million-weapons-deal-with-taiwan-590304">As Chinese invasion threat looms, US fast-tracks $500 million weapons deal with Taiwan</a>
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With speculations rife over the possibility of China invading Taiwan, US has been reportedly working to fast-track a $500 million weapons package deal with the self-ruled island to make up for the delays in the latter’s arms acquisition.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/convoy-carrying-aean-diplomats-officials-attacked-by-armed-group-in-myanmar-590277">Convoy carrying ASEAN diplomats, officials 'attacked' by armed group in Myanmar</a>
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A convoy carrying diplomats from the ASEAN countries was attacked by an unidentified group of assailants in Myanmar’s southern Shan State on Sunday, a military official said on Monday, reports AFP news agency.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/manipur-ethnic-violence-indias-supreme-court-takes-note-of-humanitarian-issues-590311">Manipur ethnic violence: India's Supreme Court takes note of 'humanitarian issues'</a>
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India's Supreme Court on Monday asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government to increase security as well as relief and rehabilitation efforts for the citizens hit by ethnic violence in the state of Manipur that borders Myanmar, over 2,400 km northeast of New Delhi.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-rejecting-worlds-most-progressive-constitution-chile-elects-right-wing-parties-to-rewrite-charter-590276">Chile elects right-wing parties to rewrite constitution after rejecting 'world's most progressive' charter</a>
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Moving away from a constitution that focused on social benefits, environmental rights, gender parity and indigenous rights, Chile on Sunday voted for the nation's right-wing parties to elect advisers who will draft a new constitution.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-makes-first-chatgpt-arrest-after-man-allegedly-generates-fake-news-of-train-crash-590355">China makes first ChatGPT arrest after man allegedly generates fake news of train crash</a>
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A man has been arrested in China for generating fake news on ChatGPT and then disseminating it on several Chinese social media platforms.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-executes-two-men-convicted-for-burning-quran-590322">Iran executes two men convicted for 'burning Quran'</a>
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Iran executed two people on Monday who were convicted of blasphemy, said the judiciary.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/sri-lanka-not-pakistan-set-to-host-2023-asia-cup-reports-590369">Sri Lanka, not Pakistan, set to host 2023 Asia Cup - Reports</a>
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In a major development surrounding 2023 Asia Cup, the Island nation Sri Lanka has emerged as the front runner to host the multi-team event in September.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/lionel-messi-on-his-way-to-saudi-following-psg-fallout-to-be-joined-by-former-teammates-at-al-hilal-reports-590356">Lionel Messi on his way to Saudi following PSG fallout, to be joined by former teammates at Al Hilal - Reports</a>
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World Cup winner with Argentina, Lionel Messi could be on his way to Saudi Arabia this summer after his contract with Ligue 1 leaders PSG expires.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/aamir-khan-takes-a-break-from-acting-flies-to-nepal-for-10-day-meditation-programme-590255">Aamir Khan takes a break from acting, flies to Nepal for 10-day meditation programme</a>
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Aamir Khan is not taking up any acting jobs after his last film Laal Singh Chaddha failed to create magic on the big screen.

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The owner of the boat which capsized in the southern Indian state of Kerala, killing at least 22 people, including 15 children, was nabbed by police in the Calicut (Kozhikode) beach area.

The owner of the boat which capsized in the southern Indian state of Kerala, killing at least 22 people, including 15 children, was nabbed by police in the Calicut (Kozhikode) beach area. He reportedly didn't have a license to operate it, and a case was registered against him on Sunday. In another news surrounding the China-Taiwan tensions, the US is seeking to fast-track the sale of weapons to the island nation worth $500 million. One of the biggest developments in the news world came from Myanmar today, where an ASEAN convoy came under attack by assailants in the country's southern Shan province. Click on the headlines to read more. Kerala boat tragedy: Police nab absconding owner of the sunken vessel The owner of the boat that capsized killing 22 in southern Indian state of Kerala has been caught by the police, reported Press Trust of India. As Chinese invasion threat looms, US fast-tracks $500 million weapons deal with Taiwan With speculations rife over the possibility of China invading Taiwan, US has been reportedly working to fast-track a $500 million weapons package deal with the self-ruled island to make up for the delays in the latter’s arms acquisition. Convoy carrying ASEAN diplomats, officials 'attacked' by armed group in Myanmar A convoy carrying diplomats from the ASEAN countries was attacked by an unidentified group of assailants in Myanmar’s southern Shan State on Sunday, a military official said on Monday, reports AFP news agency. Manipur ethnic violence: India's Supreme Court takes note of 'humanitarian issues' India's Supreme Court on Monday asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government to increase security as well as relief and rehabilitation efforts for the citizens hit by ethnic violence in the state of Manipur that borders Myanmar, over 2,400 km northeast of New Delhi. Chile elects right-wing parties to rewrite constitution after rejecting 'world's most progressive' charter Moving away from a constitution that focused on social benefits, environmental rights, gender parity and indigenous rights, Chile on Sunday voted for the nation's right-wing parties to elect advisers who will draft a new constitution. China makes first ChatGPT arrest after man allegedly generates fake news of train crash A man has been arrested in China for generating fake news on ChatGPT and then disseminating it on several Chinese social media platforms. Iran executes two men convicted for 'burning Quran' Iran executed two people on Monday who were convicted of blasphemy, said the judiciary. Sri Lanka, not Pakistan, set to host 2023 Asia Cup - Reports In a major development surrounding 2023 Asia Cup, the Island nation Sri Lanka has emerged as the front runner to host the multi-team event in September. Lionel Messi on his way to Saudi following PSG fallout, to be joined by former teammates at Al Hilal - Reports World Cup winner with Argentina, Lionel Messi could be on his way to Saudi Arabia this summer after his contract with Ligue 1 leaders PSG expires. Aamir Khan takes a break from acting, flies to Nepal for 10-day meditation programme Aamir Khan is not taking up any acting jobs after his last film Laal Singh Chaddha failed to create magic on the big screen.

Top 10 world news: US fast-tracks mega weapon deal for Taiwan; ASEAN convoy attacked in Myanmar; and more

In a major U-turn, the Wagner chief announced Sunday the militia may continue to fight in Bakhmut after it received assurances from the Kremlin regarding the seamless supply of ammunition. A significant development took place in West Asia today as the Arab League officially rolled out the red carpet for Syria and its ostracised leader Bashar al-Assad. Meanwhile, authorities in China have banned posting videos and images online showing poverty and sadness in China, in order to uphold Xi Jinping's political slogan of 'Common Prosperity.'

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/wagner-group-chief-says-russia-promised-more-ammo-after-threat-may-stay-in-bakhmut-589988">Wagner group chief says Russia promised more ammo after threat, may stay in Bakhmut</a>
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Days after threatening to pull out from the besieged Ukrainian city of Bakhmut, the Russian mercenary Wagner Group has said that they will be receiving more ammunition.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/syria-returns-to-arab-league-after-11-long-years-590000">Syria returns to Arab League after 11 long years</a>
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The Arab League on Sunday welcomed back the Syrian government to its fold. This marks the end of a more than decade-long suspension and with this President Bashar al-Assad has made a return to the Arab fold after years of isolation.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ccp-censors-videos-showing-poverty-in-china-to-support-xi-jinpings-common-prosperity-campaign-589970">CCP censors videos showing poverty in China to support Xi Jinping’s 'common prosperity' campaign</a>
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Recent media reports shows Chinese authorities are clamping down on videos showing poverty in China on the Chinese internet.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/slovakias-caretaker-government-resigns-after-pm-takes-blame-for-chaos-in-country-589982">Slovakia’s caretaker government resigns after PM takes blame for 'chaos' in country</a>
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Slovakia's Prime Minister Eduard Heger tendered the resignation of his caretaker government on Sunday to President Zuzana Čaputová.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/12-killed-31-injured-in-multi-car-crash-in-turkiye-victims-burnt-alive-in-resulting-blaze-589976">12 killed, 31 injured in multi-car crash in Turkey; victims burnt alive in resulting blaze</a>
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In Turkey's Hatay province, a multi-vehicle crash has killed at least 12 people while 31 others were injured. Three people as per news agency AP are grievously injured.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-activists-deface-romes-iconic-fountain-with-black-liquid-to-highlight-impact-of-climate-change-590024">Watch: Activists deface Rome's iconic fountain with black liquid 'to highlight impact of climate change'</a>
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A group of climate activists in Italy Saturday staged a protest against fossil fuel consumption by pouring vegetable-based charcoal black liquid into Rome's famous Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/warren-buffet-likens-ai-to-atom-bomb-says-i-am-a-little-bit-worried-590003">Warren Buffet likens AI to atom bomb, says ‘can't un-invent it now’</a>
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Billionaire investor Warren Buffet joined the growing list of sceptics of artificial intelligence (AI), as he compared the technology to the creation of atom bomb.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/china-and-pakistan-agree-to-extend-belt-and-road-initiative-to-afghanistan-590042">China and Pakistan agree to extend Belt and Road Initiative to Afghanistan</a>
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China and Pakistan have agreed to include Afghanistan to be part of the multi-billion-dollar Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) as the sanction-hit country struggles to raise funds for infrastructure.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/blow-to-englands-ashes-campaign-as-seamer-olly-stone-pulls-up-hamstring-during-county-stint-589998">Blow to England's Ashes campaign as seamer Olly Stone pulls up hamstring during County stint</a>
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England Cricket team’s Ashes campaign has suffered the latest blow as seamer Olly Stone has pulled up a hamstring during Nottinghamshire’s home County game against Lancashire on Saturday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/matty-healy-spotted-at-taylor-swifts-nashville-concert-amid-dating-rumours-589934">Matty Healy spotted at Taylor Swift's Nashville concert amid dating rumours</a>
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Reports and rumours are rife that Taylor Swift has parted ways with Joe Alwyn and has started dating the lead guitarist and frontman of The 1975, Matty Healy. He was recently spotted at Swift's concert in Tennessee, Nashville.

In a major U-turn, the Wagner chief announced Sunday the militia may continue to fight in Bakhmut after it received assurances from the Kremlin regarding the seamless supply of ammunition.

In a major U-turn, the Wagner chief announced Sunday the militia may continue to fight in Bakhmut after it received assurances from the Kremlin regarding the seamless supply of ammunition. A significant development took place in West Asia today as the Arab League officially rolled out the red carpet for Syria and its ostracised leader Bashar al-Assad. Meanwhile, authorities in China have banned posting videos and images online showing poverty and sadness in China, in order to uphold Xi Jinping's political slogan of 'Common Prosperity.' Click on the headlines to read more. Wagner group chief says Russia promised more ammo after threat, may stay in Bakhmut Days after threatening to pull out from the besieged Ukrainian city of Bakhmut, the Russian mercenary Wagner Group has said that they will be receiving more ammunition. Syria returns to Arab League after 11 long years The Arab League on Sunday welcomed back the Syrian government to its fold. This marks the end of a more than decade-long suspension and with this President Bashar al-Assad has made a return to the Arab fold after years of isolation. CCP censors videos showing poverty in China to support Xi Jinping’s 'common prosperity' campaign Recent media reports shows Chinese authorities are clamping down on videos showing poverty in China on the Chinese internet. Slovakia’s caretaker government resigns after PM takes blame for 'chaos' in country Slovakia's Prime Minister Eduard Heger tendered the resignation of his caretaker government on Sunday to President Zuzana Čaputová. 12 killed, 31 injured in multi-car crash in Turkey; victims burnt alive in resulting blaze In Turkey's Hatay province, a multi-vehicle crash has killed at least 12 people while 31 others were injured. Three people as per news agency AP are grievously injured. Watch: Activists deface Rome's iconic fountain with black liquid 'to highlight impact of climate change' A group of climate activists in Italy Saturday staged a protest against fossil fuel consumption by pouring vegetable-based charcoal black liquid into Rome's famous Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi. Warren Buffet likens AI to atom bomb, says ‘can't un-invent it now’ Billionaire investor Warren Buffet joined the growing list of sceptics of artificial intelligence (AI), as he compared the technology to the creation of atom bomb. China and Pakistan agree to extend Belt and Road Initiative to Afghanistan China and Pakistan have agreed to include Afghanistan to be part of the multi-billion-dollar Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) as the sanction-hit country struggles to raise funds for infrastructure. Blow to England's Ashes campaign as seamer Olly Stone pulls up hamstring during County stint England Cricket team’s Ashes campaign has suffered the latest blow as seamer Olly Stone has pulled up a hamstring during Nottinghamshire’s home County game against Lancashire on Saturday. Matty Healy spotted at Taylor Swift's Nashville concert amid dating rumours Reports and rumours are rife that Taylor Swift has parted ways with Joe Alwyn and has started dating the lead guitarist and frontman of The 1975, Matty Healy. He was recently spotted at Swift's concert in Tennessee, Nashville.

Top 10 world news: Wagner group to stay in Bakhmut, Arab League embraces Syria again; and more

King Charles was crowned at his coronation today, the first in the UK in 70 years. People present in the ceremony chanted "God Save The King" as soon as the crown was placed on Charles' head. In keeping with the tradition of UK Prime Ministers performing readings at State occasions, Britain's first PM of Indian heritage and a practising Hindu, read from the Epistle to the Colossians from the New Testament reflecting the theme of service to others. However, the coronation was also met with boos and chants of "Not My King" slogans raised by anti-Monarchy protestors on the streets of Central London.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/king-charles-iiis-reign-begins-officially-following-uks-first-coronation-since-1953-589751">King Charles III's reign begins officially following UK's first coronation since 1953</a>
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King Charles III has been officially crowned the King of the United Kingdom at Westminster Abbey in a ceremony that has been compared to his mother's coronation 70 years ago.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/charles-iii-coronation-uk-pm-rishi-sunak-hails-dazzling-display-of-monarchy-589765">UK PM Rishi Sunak reads from biblical book at King Charles' multi-faith coronation</a>
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British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak read from the biblical book of Colossians at King Charles' coronation ceremony on Saturday, at Westminster Abbey in London.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/king-charles-iiis-coronation-procession-met-with-boos-chants-of-not-my-king-watch-589791">King Charles III's coronation procession met with boos, chants of 'not my King'. Watch!</a>
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The coronation procession of the newly crowned King Charles III was met with boos and chants of "not my King" on Saturday (May 6).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-hangs-swedish-iranian-dissident-habib-farajollah-chaab-for-being-corrupt-on-earth-589687">Iran hangs Swedish-Iranian dissident Habib Farajollah Chaab for being 'corrupt on earth'</a>
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Iran on Saturday executed a Swedish-Iranian dissident Habib Farajollah Chaab for being "corrupt on earth," and allegedly leading an Arab separatist group accused of multiple attacks, including a 2018 one that killed 25 people.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/wagner-chief-asks-moscow-to-let-him-hand-over-bakhmut-positions-to-chechen-leader-589811">Wagner chief asks Moscow to let him hand over Bakhmut positions to Chechen leader</a>
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Russian paramilitary group Wagner's chief on Saturday asked Moscow to let him hand over the Bakhmut positions to Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-ukraine-war-moscow-accused-of-attacking-bakhmut-with-phosphorus-bombs-589677">Russia-Ukraine war: Moscow accused of attacking Bakhmut with phosphorus bombs</a>
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Russia has been accused by Ukraine of using phosphorus munitions to attack the besieged city of Bakhmut.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/india-steps-up-rupees-internationalisation-for-sri-lankas-economic-recovery-589593">India steps up rupee's internationalisation for Sri Lanka's economic recovery</a>
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India and Sri Lanka stepped up their talks to proceed with trade in Indian Rupee as New Delhi and Colombo look set to expand their bilateral cooperation in "power and energy sector as well as aspects relating to Rupee trade".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/paramjit-singh-panjwar-terrorist-wanted-by-india-gunned-down-in-pakistan-report-589648">Khalistan Commando Force chief Paramjit Singh Panjwar, wanted by India, gunned down in Pakistan</a>
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Paramjit Singh Panjwar, the chief of the terrorist outfit Khalistan Commando Force (KCF) that stood for a now receding separatist movement in the Indian subcontinent, was reportedly gunned down in Johar town of Lahore, Pakistan, located right across Indian border city of Amritsar in Punjab state.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science-tech/apple-not-planning-mass-layoffs-ceo-tim-cook-says-as-he-bets-big-on-india-589773">Apple not planning mass layoffs, says CEO Tim Cook as he bets big on India</a>
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Apple CEO Tim Cook on Thursday assured that his company is not planning big layoffs, sidestepping a trend widely visible across the USA’s tech sector.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/japanese-side-urawa-beat-record-champions-al-hilal-to-win-asian-champions-league-589745">Japanese side Urawa beat record champions Al Hilal to win Asian Champions League</a>
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Japan's Urawa Red Diamonds won the Asian Champions League after beating Saudi Arabian defending champions Al Hilal 1-0 in Saturday's final second leg for a 2-1 aggregate win.

King Charles was crowned at his coronation today, the first in the UK in 70 years. People present in the ceremony chanted "God Save The King" as soon as the crown was placed on Charles' head.

King Charles was crowned at his coronation today, the first in the UK in 70 years. People present in the ceremony chanted "God Save The King" as soon as the crown was placed on Charles' head. In keeping with the tradition of UK Prime Ministers performing readings at State occasions, Britain's first PM of Indian heritage and a practising Hindu, read from the Epistle to the Colossians from the New Testament reflecting the theme of service to others. However, the coronation was also met with boos and chants of "Not My King" slogans raised by anti-Monarchy protestors on the streets of Central London. Click on the headlines to read more. King Charles III's reign begins officially following UK's first coronation since 1953 King Charles III has been officially crowned the King of the United Kingdom at Westminster Abbey in a ceremony that has been compared to his mother's coronation 70 years ago. UK PM Rishi Sunak reads from biblical book at King Charles' multi-faith coronation British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak read from the biblical book of Colossians at King Charles' coronation ceremony on Saturday, at Westminster Abbey in London. King Charles III's coronation procession met with boos, chants of 'not my King'. Watch! The coronation procession of the newly crowned King Charles III was met with boos and chants of "not my King" on Saturday (May 6). Iran hangs Swedish-Iranian dissident Habib Farajollah Chaab for being 'corrupt on earth' Iran on Saturday executed a Swedish-Iranian dissident Habib Farajollah Chaab for being "corrupt on earth," and allegedly leading an Arab separatist group accused of multiple attacks, including a 2018 one that killed 25 people. Wagner chief asks Moscow to let him hand over Bakhmut positions to Chechen leader Russian paramilitary group Wagner's chief on Saturday asked Moscow to let him hand over the Bakhmut positions to Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov. Russia-Ukraine war: Moscow accused of attacking Bakhmut with phosphorus bombs Russia has been accused by Ukraine of using phosphorus munitions to attack the besieged city of Bakhmut. India steps up rupee's internationalisation for Sri Lanka's economic recovery India and Sri Lanka stepped up their talks to proceed with trade in Indian Rupee as New Delhi and Colombo look set to expand their bilateral cooperation in "power and energy sector as well as aspects relating to Rupee trade". Khalistan Commando Force chief Paramjit Singh Panjwar, wanted by India, gunned down in Pakistan Paramjit Singh Panjwar, the chief of the terrorist outfit Khalistan Commando Force (KCF) that stood for a now receding separatist movement in the Indian subcontinent, was reportedly gunned down in Johar town of Lahore, Pakistan, located right across Indian border city of Amritsar in Punjab state. Apple not planning mass layoffs, says CEO Tim Cook as he bets big on India Apple CEO Tim Cook on Thursday assured that his company is not planning big layoffs, sidestepping a trend widely visible across the USA’s tech sector. Japanese side Urawa beat record champions Al Hilal to win Asian Champions League Japan's Urawa Red Diamonds won the Asian Champions League after beating Saudi Arabian defending champions Al Hilal 1-0 in Saturday's final second leg for a 2-1 aggregate win.

Top 10 world news: King Charles officially crowned, Wagner chief invites Chechen leader to Bakhmut; and more

Finally, the World Health Organization on Friday declared the end of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the WHO cautioned that people should not drop their guard against the disease, and be ready for reinstatement for preventive measures in case the plague emerges again. As usual, Russia continues to dominate the global headlines, this time due to a shocking announcement made by its private militia group Wagner. The militia announced it was withdrawing from Bakhmut citing a lack of support from Moscow. And interestingly, ahead of King Charles' coronation on Saturday, several polls have shown that people in the UK are increasingly paying little to no attention at all to the developments regarding the monarchy.

Click on the headlines to read more.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-not-a-global-health-emergency-anymore-says-who-589288">WHO announces end of Covid as global health emergency</a>
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The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Friday said that the COVID-19 pandemic, which took the lives of millions of people in a span of three years, deepened inequalities and wreaked economic havoc, is no longer a global health emergency.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/doomed-to-perish-russias-wagner-announces-withdrawal-from-bakhmut-589161">‘Doomed to perish’: Russia’s Wagner announces withdrawal from Bakhmut, cites lack of ammo</a>
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Russia's Wagner Group, in a major shift of tactical goalpost during ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, announced that it will withdraw from the Bakhmut region where the battle to overrun Ukrainian resistance is continuing with sharp intensity for nearly two months.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-vampires-sucking-my-blood-support-for-king-charles-iii-and-monarchy-plummets-heres-what-polls-show-589305">'Vampires, sucking my blood': Support for King Charles III and monarchy plummets. Here's what polls show</a>
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Even as dozens of royal fans have started camping out in Central London ahead of King Charles' coronation, not everyone is excited about the upcoming event. Multiple polls conducted recently have found that the excitement levels are subpar at best.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-two-killed-several-injured-after-shooting-incident-in-serbian-village-reports-589022">Serbia: Second mass shooting in two days leaves 8 dead, suspect held</a>
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In the aftermath of the killing of eight people in a shooting in the Siberian town of Mladenovac's Dubona village, late Thursday (May 4), Serbian police arrested on Friday a gunman suspected of carrying out the attack.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-pm-narendra-modi-to-visit-paris-for-bastille-day-parade-as-guest-of-honour-on-july-14-589252">Indian PM Narendra Modi to visit Paris for Bastille Day parade as guest of honour on July 14&nbsp;</a>
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be the guest of honour for this year’s Bastille Day Parade in Paris scheduled to take place on July 14.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/prime-minister-modi-backs-the-kerala-story-slams-congress-for-nurturing-terror-elements-589228">Indian Prime Minister Modi backs 'The Kerala Story', slams Congress for nurturing terror elements</a>
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Friday, while addressing an election rally in Karnataka, condemned the opposition Congress party for "sheltering and nurturing terror elements" for the vote bank.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-local-elections-2023-disappointing-results-for-tories-labour-makes-solid-gains-589160">UK local elections 2023: ‘Disappointing‘ results for Tories as Labour makes solid gains</a>
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Early results showed the ruling Conservative Party had lost around 200 seats in the elections for over 8,000 seats on 230 local councils across England.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/two-army-soldiers-killed-4-including-an-officer-injured-in-rajouri-operation-589205">Five Indian army soldiers killed during anti-terror operations in J&amp;K's Rajouri</a>
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Five Indian Army soldiers have been killed in an ongoing encounter in the Kandi Forest of the Rajouri sector in the Jammu region.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood-studios-push-back-against-striking-writers-claim-of-gig-workforce-589234">Hollywood studios push back against striking writers' claim of 'gig' workforce</a>
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The group representing Hollywood studios fired back on Thursday at claims from striking film and television workers that they have been forced into the "gig economy" because of changes brought by the streaming TV era.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/not-csk-rcb-or-mi-former-india-coach-ravi-shastri-backs-this-team-to-lift-ipl-2023-589236">Not CSK, RCB or MI! Former India coach Ravi Shastri backs THIS team to lift IPL 2023 trophy</a>
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Recently, Ravi Shastri -- India's former head coach -- picked his winner of IPL 2023. Click on the headline to know the full story.

Finally, the World Health Organization on Friday declared the end of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the WHO cautioned that people should not drop their guard against the disease, and be ready for reinstatement for preventive measures in case the plague emerges again.

Finally, the World Health Organization on Friday declared the end of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the WHO cautioned that people should not drop their guard against the disease, and be ready for reinstatement for preventive measures in case the plague emerges again. As usual, Russia continues to dominate the global headlines, this time due to a shocking announcement made by its private militia group Wagner. The militia announced it was withdrawing from Bakhmut citing a lack of support from Moscow. And interestingly, ahead of King Charles' coronation on Saturday, several polls have shown that people in the UK are increasingly paying little to no attention at all to the developments regarding the monarchy. Click on the headlines to read more. WHO announces end of Covid as global health emergency The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Friday said that the COVID-19 pandemic, which took the lives of millions of people in a span of three years, deepened inequalities and wreaked economic havoc, is no longer a global health emergency. ‘Doomed to perish’: Russia’s Wagner announces withdrawal from Bakhmut, cites lack of ammo Russia's Wagner Group, in a major shift of tactical goalpost during ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, announced that it will withdraw from the Bakhmut region where the battle to overrun Ukrainian resistance is continuing with sharp intensity for nearly two months. 'Vampires, sucking my blood': Support for King Charles III and monarchy plummets. Here's what polls show Even as dozens of royal fans have started camping out in Central London ahead of King Charles' coronation, not everyone is excited about the upcoming event. Multiple polls conducted recently have found that the excitement levels are subpar at best. Serbia: Second mass shooting in two days leaves 8 dead, suspect held In the aftermath of the killing of eight people in a shooting in the Siberian town of Mladenovac's Dubona village, late Thursday (May 4), Serbian police arrested on Friday a gunman suspected of carrying out the attack. Indian PM Narendra Modi to visit Paris for Bastille Day parade as guest of honour on July 14 Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be the guest of honour for this year’s Bastille Day Parade in Paris scheduled to take place on July 14. Indian Prime Minister Modi backs 'The Kerala Story', slams Congress for nurturing terror elements Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Friday, while addressing an election rally in Karnataka, condemned the opposition Congress party for "sheltering and nurturing terror elements" for the vote bank. UK local elections 2023: ‘Disappointing‘ results for Tories as Labour makes solid gains Early results showed the ruling Conservative Party had lost around 200 seats in the elections for over 8,000 seats on 230 local councils across England. Five Indian army soldiers killed during anti-terror operations in J&K's Rajouri Five Indian Army soldiers have been killed in an ongoing encounter in the Kandi Forest of the Rajouri sector in the Jammu region. Hollywood studios push back against striking writers' claim of 'gig' workforce The group representing Hollywood studios fired back on Thursday at claims from striking film and television workers that they have been forced into the "gig economy" because of changes brought by the streaming TV era. Not CSK, RCB or MI! Former India coach Ravi Shastri backs THIS team to lift IPL 2023 trophy Recently, Ravi Shastri -- India's former head coach -- picked his winner of IPL 2023. Click on the headline to know the full story.

Top 10 world news: WHO announces end of Covid, Wagner withdraws from Bakhmut; and more

A journalist for Wall Street Journal newspaper was detained in Russia on suspicion of espionage. In Asia, a&nbsp;fire on an inter-island passenger ferry in the southern Philippines left at least 31 people dead. Across the Atlantic,&nbsp;Brazil's controversial ex-president Jair Bolsonaro returned to the country after his self imposed exile in the United States.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/wall-street-journal-reporter-detained-in-russia-on-suspicion-of-espionage-russian-agencies-577230">Wall Street Journal reporter detained in Russia for espionage; Moscow claims he was ‘caught red handed’</a>

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Russian agencies, citing FSB security service, reported Thursday that a US reporter for the Wall Street Journal newspaper has been detained in Russia on suspicion of espionage.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-28-dead-after-philippine-passenger-ferry-catches-fire-577211">At least 31 dead after Philippine passenger ferry with over 230 onboard catches fire</a>

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A fire on an inter-island passenger ferry in the southern Philippines has left at least 31 people dead, the coast guard said on Thursday. Among those dead is a six-month-old baby. Authorities are trying to identify the cause of the fire that started close to 11 pm on Wednesday off the island of Basilan. When the fire started, most of the passengers were asleep in air-conditioned cabins on the ferry's lower deck.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/mahadev-jhulelal-temple-mishap-at-least-25-fall-in-stepwell-at-indores-temple-rescue-operations-underway-577227">Indore temple mishap: 13 dead, several still trapped as stepwell roof caves in</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/03/30/342025-the-battle-for-kyiv-4.jpg?imwidth=1920" />More than 30 people fell into the stepwell of the Shri Beleshwar Mahadev Jhulelal Temple in Indore city after the well's ceiling collapsed&nbsp;on Thursday (March 30), resulting in a serious accident. Thirteen people have lost their lives in the tragic incident.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/train-carrying-ethanol-derails-in-minnesota-several-cars-catch-fire-577359">US: Train carrying ethanol derails in Minnesota, several cars catch fire, locals evacuated</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/03/30/342108-minnesota-derailment.jpg?imwidth=1920" />A 22-car train carrying ethanol derailed in Raymond Minnesota and several cars caught fire, said reports in American media citing officials. NBC News reported that Kandiyohi Sheriff's Office was notified about the derailment around 1 am local time on Thursday (March 30). The derailment and subsequent fire prompted the local authorities to evacuate citizens living near the site of derailment. An evacuation zone of half mile radius has been established, as per media reports.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/former-brazil-president-bolsonaro-returns-to-the-country-after-self-imposed-exile-577291">Former Brazil president Bolsonaro returns to the country after self-imposed exile</a>

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Brazil's controversial ex-president Jair Bolsonaro on Thursday (March 30) returned to the country after his self imposed exile in US. This is the first time Bolsonaro is returning to Brazil after his exit following a defeat in the presidential election against his rival, the current President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. Bolsonaro was in Florida for three months and returned to Brazil's capital Brasilia on a commercial flight.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/humans-to-attain-immortality-by-2029-ex-google-scientist-makes-striking-claim-577292">Humans to attain immortality by 2029? Ex-Google scientist makes striking claim</a>

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"You won't live forever" is a catchphrase which has often been touted and has so far remained the proven truth of life — of humans and almost every other living being on planet earth. But soon, this catchphrase may well become the truth of the past, as humanity steps forward to attain immortality.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/move-over-ai-world-is-getting-ready-for-artificial-meteor-shower-577329">Move over AI, world is getting ready for ‘artificial meteor showers’</a>

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All things artificial have been changing our lives for a long time now. The recent jolt came in the form of AI chatbots like ChatGPT which&nbsp;appear likely to soon fill up for humans&nbsp;with an urge to seem&nbsp;'smarty pants'. Meteor showers appear&nbsp;set to join the artificial bandwagon soon. The Independent has reported that&nbsp;ALE, a Japanese company based in Tokyo, is planning to create artificial meteor showers with the help of satellites which are scheduled to lift-off 2025 onwards.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/explained-curd-dahi-or-tayyir-tamil-nadus-refusal-to-use-hindi-word-takes-centre-stage-577374">Explained | Dahi or Tayyir? Tamil Nadu's refusal to use Hindi word for curd takes centre stage</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/03/30/342114-untitled-design-16.jpg?imwidth=1920" />A political row which erupted after a now-revised order of India's food safety regulator said that curd must be labelled as 'dahi' by manufacturers, has put the spotlight on significance of this ubiquitous dairy product in Indian cuisine.&nbsp;Curd is also regarded as one indigenous ingredient that unites India's Hindi-speaking north and non-Hindi-speaking south. If north Indians need lassi and raita, so South Indians need curd-rice or just curd&nbsp;by itself.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-interview--gaslight-actor-chitrangda-singh-script-is-the-king-in-this-film-577399">Interview | Gaslight actor Chitrangda Singh: 'Script is the king in this film'</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/03/30/342127-chitrangada-singh.png?imwidth=1920" />Chitrangda Singh's return to films with the upcoming mystery thriller&nbsp;Gaslight, directed by Pavan Kirpalani, has been generating a lot of interest. The film, featuring Vikrant Massey, Sara Ali Khan, Akshay Oberoi, and Rahul Dev, is a classical whodunit set in a mansion. In an interview with WION, Chitrangda reveals her love for murder mysteries, working with Sara Ali Khan and Vikrant Massey, and more.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2023-ms-dhoni-likely-to-sit-out-of-csks-curtain-raiser-clash-against-gt-due-to-this-reason-reports-577419">IPL 2023: MS Dhoni likely to sit out of CSK's curtain-raiser clash against GT due to THIS reason</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/03/30/342138-untitled-design-1.jpg?imwidth=1920" />Chennai Super Kings’ could be handed a major blow for their Indian Premier League (IPL) curtain-raiser clash against Gujarat Titans on Friday, March 31. Influential legendary skipper MS Dhoni could have to sit out of the Playing XI with several reports stating that he has sustained an injury ahead of the IPL opener. Dhoni, 41, did not take the batting sessions on Thursday evening which has created a buzz about his availability for the Gujarat Titans clash.

A journalist for Wall Street Journal newspaper was detained in Russia on suspicion of espionage. In Asia, a fire on an inter-island passenger ferry in the southern Philippines left at least 31 people dead.

A journalist for Wall Street Journal newspaper was detained in Russia on suspicion of espionage. In Asia, a fire on an inter-island passenger ferry in the southern Philippines left at least 31 people dead. Across the Atlantic, Brazil's controversial ex-president Jair Bolsonaro returned to the country after his self imposed exile in the United States. Wall Street Journal reporter detained in Russia for espionage; Moscow claims he was ‘caught red handed’ Russian agencies, citing FSB security service, reported Thursday that a US reporter for the Wall Street Journal newspaper has been detained in Russia on suspicion of espionage. At least 31 dead after Philippine passenger ferry with over 230 onboard catches fire A fire on an inter-island passenger ferry in the southern Philippines has left at least 31 people dead, the coast guard said on Thursday. Among those dead is a six-month-old baby. Authorities are trying to identify the cause of the fire that started close to 11 pm on Wednesday off the island of Basilan. When the fire started, most of the passengers were asleep in air-conditioned cabins on the ferry's lower deck. Indore temple mishap: 13 dead, several still trapped as stepwell roof caves in More than 30 people fell into the stepwell of the Shri Beleshwar Mahadev Jhulelal Temple in Indore city after the well's ceiling collapsed on Thursday (March 30), resulting in a serious accident. Thirteen people have lost their lives in the tragic incident. US: Train carrying ethanol derails in Minnesota, several cars catch fire, locals evacuated A 22-car train carrying ethanol derailed in Raymond Minnesota and several cars caught fire, said reports in American media citing officials. NBC News reported that Kandiyohi Sheriff's Office was notified about the derailment around 1 am local time on Thursday (March 30). The derailment and subsequent fire prompted the local authorities to evacuate citizens living near the site of derailment. An evacuation zone of half mile radius has been established, as per media reports. Former Brazil president Bolsonaro returns to the country after self-imposed exile Brazil's controversial ex-president Jair Bolsonaro on Thursday (March 30) returned to the country after his self imposed exile in US. This is the first time Bolsonaro is returning to Brazil after his exit following a defeat in the presidential election against his rival, the current President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. Bolsonaro was in Florida for three months and returned to Brazil's capital Brasilia on a commercial flight. Humans to attain immortality by 2029? Ex-Google scientist makes striking claim "You won't live forever" is a catchphrase which has often been touted and has so far remained the proven truth of life — of humans and almost every other living being on planet earth. But soon, this catchphrase may well become the truth of the past, as humanity steps forward to attain immortality. Move over AI, world is getting ready for ‘artificial meteor showers’ All things artificial have been changing our lives for a long time now. The recent jolt came in the form of AI chatbots like ChatGPT which appear likely to soon fill up for humans with an urge to seem 'smarty pants'. Meteor showers appear set to join the artificial bandwagon soon. The Independent has reported that ALE, a Japanese company based in Tokyo, is planning to create artificial meteor showers with the help of satellites which are scheduled to lift-off 2025 onwards. Explained | Dahi or Tayyir? Tamil Nadu's refusal to use Hindi word for curd takes centre stage A political row which erupted after a now-revised order of India's food safety regulator said that curd must be labelled as 'dahi' by manufacturers, has put the spotlight on significance of this ubiquitous dairy product in Indian cuisine. Curd is also regarded as one indigenous ingredient that unites India's Hindi-speaking north and non-Hindi-speaking south. If north Indians need lassi and raita, so South Indians need curd-rice or just curd by itself. Interview | Gaslight actor Chitrangda Singh: 'Script is the king in this film' Chitrangda Singh's return to films with the upcoming mystery thriller Gaslight, directed by Pavan Kirpalani, has been generating a lot of interest. The film, featuring Vikrant Massey, Sara Ali Khan, Akshay Oberoi, and Rahul Dev, is a classical whodunit set in a mansion. In an interview with WION, Chitrangda reveals her love for murder mysteries, working with Sara Ali Khan and Vikrant Massey, and more. IPL 2023: MS Dhoni likely to sit out of CSK's curtain-raiser clash against GT due to THIS reason Chennai Super Kings’ could be handed a major blow for their Indian Premier League (IPL) curtain-raiser clash against Gujarat Titans on Friday, March 31. Influential legendary skipper MS Dhoni could have to sit out of the Playing XI with several reports stating that he has sustained an injury ahead of the IPL opener. Dhoni, 41, did not take the batting sessions on Thursday evening which has created a buzz about his availability for the Gujarat Titans clash.

Top 10 world news: WSJ reporter detained in Russia, Bolsonaro returns to Brazil, and more

In a major turn of winds in the geopolitical atmosphere, Sunni powerhouse Saudi Arabia and Shia-majority Iran agreed to restore diplomatic ties by reopening embassies in each other's capitals. The turn of winds had a Chinese blow of intervention, with Beijing playing a key role in bringing Tehran and Riyadh to sit across each other. The French capital on Friday witnessed another moment of British-French bilateral bonhomie as President Emmanuel Macron welcomed UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak in Paris, as the two leaders signed a new deal to deter illegal immigration across the English channel.

In Beijing, President Xi Jinping began his unprecedented third term in office as the leader of all six major groups of the Chinese Communist Party, making the&nbsp;one-party state effectively a one-man show.&nbsp;

Click on the headlines to read more:

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-saudi-arabia-agree-to-restore-relations-report-570638">Iran and Saudi Arabia agree to restore diplomatic ties, reopen embassies</a>

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Iran and Saudi Arabia, regional competitors in West Asia, have agreed to restore diplomatic ties, state media reported.

"Following talks, the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have agreed to resume diplomatic relations and reopen embassies and missions within two months," Iran's&nbsp;official IRNA news agency said, citing a joint statement.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-france-summit-live-migration-deal-in-spotlight-as-sunak-macron-look-to-reset-ties-570614">UK-France summit updates |&nbsp;Sunak-Macron sign new deal to deter illegal immigration</a>

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Britain and France&nbsp;agreed a new deal to prevent illegal cross-English Channel migration after talks between President Emmanuel Macron&nbsp;and Prime Minister Rishi Sunak in Paris towards overcoming post-Brexit tensions.

London will step up funding to France over the next three years to total 541 million euros ($575 million), allowing the deployment of "hundreds" of extra French law enforcement officers along the Channel coast to stop the illegal migration, the British government said in a statement.

"I believe today's meeting does mark a new beginning, an entente renewed," Rishi Sunak said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/xi-jinping-secures-third-term-as-chinas-president-570435">Leader for life: Xi Jinping secures historic third term as China’s president</a>

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Xi Jinping has secured a record third five-year term as China's president, further tightening his grip as the country's most powerful leader since Mao Zedong. Reports said the elevation by the rubber-stamp parliament on Friday (March 10) paves the way for Xi to be the leader for life.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/several-killed-in-hamburg-church-shootout-says-german-police-570410">Hamburg church shooting leaves 8 dead, including unborn child</a>

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At least eight people,&nbsp;including an unborn child, were killed in a shooting at a church in Hamburg, German police said on Thursday.&nbsp;There was "no indication of a terrorist background"&nbsp;to the attack, a spokesperson for the Hamburg prosecution’s office said. The assailant was later declared dead&nbsp;by the security forces.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/china-shanghai-child-1-discovered-with-unborn-twin-in-brain-570641">China: One-year-old child in Shanghai found hosting ‘alive unborn twin’ in brain</a>

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An "unborn twin" was discovered in the brain of a one-year-old child in China's Shanghai. The revelation added to the fewest of the few cases of a condition called 'fetus-in-fetu', in which the twins become conjoined in the mother's womb but only one of the two continues to develop.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/young-indias-heart-health-cardiologist-dispels-myths-around-cardiac-activity-570624">Young India's heart health: Cardiologist dispels myths around cardiac activity</a>

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India has experienced a major epidemiological shift over the last few decades. The<a href="https://www.healthdata.org/india">&nbsp;most common cause of mortality in India</a>&nbsp;is now cardiovascular disease (CVD), surpassing cancer, as per the&nbsp;<a href="https://apps.who.int/iris/bitstream/handle/10665/272672/wntd_2018_india_fs.pdf?sequence=1&amp;isAllowed=y">World Health Organisation</a>&nbsp;(WHO). Despite the considerably varying frequency of risk factors across regions, CVD is the main cause of death in all of India.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/modi-albanese-talks-indian-pm-raises-the-issue-of-temple-attacks-in-australia-570554">Modi-Albanese talks: Indian PM raises the issue of temple attacks in Australia</a>

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese on Friday and raised the issue of recent attacks on temples in Australia. The wide-ranging dialogue between the two leaders is aimed at expanding overall ties between the two countries.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-york-city-rats-can-carry-different-variants-of-covid-new-study-shows-570506">New York City rats can carry different variants of Covid, new study shows</a>

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A new study finds that New York City rats can also be the carriers of the COVID-19 virus. The study was released in mBio, an open-access journal of the American for Microbiology. It concluded that New York rats are susceptible to three Covid variants.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/city-of-glendale-to-be-temporarily-renamed-to-honour-popstar-taylor-swift-570635">City of Glendale to be temporarily renamed to honour popstar Taylor Swift</a>

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To honour Taylor Swift and her decision to kickstart her much-anticipated Eras Tour from Arizona, the city of Glendale wanted to do "something highly unusual". So they have decided to temporarily rename itself and celebrate the launch of her US tour.

Officials in Glendale, Arizona have confirmed that they will rename the city by March 13 and it will remain in effect till March 18, which is when Swift is performing in Glendale.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-india-take-horrendous-review-as-umpires-reaction-goes-viral-on-day-2-of-4th-test-vs-australia-570657">Watch: India take HORRENDOUS review as umpire's reaction goes viral on Day 2 of 4th Test vs Australia</a>

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Day 2 of the fourth and final Test between India and Australia saw the Steve Smith-led visitors post a challenging 480 on a belter of a surface at the Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium, Ahmedabad. On the opening day,&nbsp;on Thursday (March 9), Australia opted to bat first and went to stumps at 255 for 4. The second day's play saw the visitors ride on Usman Khawaja's 180 and Cameron Green's 114&nbsp;to post a mammoth 480 before Rohit Sharma-led India went to stumps at 36 for no loss.&nbsp;

In a major turn of winds in the geopolitical atmosphere, Sunni powerhouse Saudi Arabia and Shia-majority Iran agreed to restore diplomatic ties by reopening embassies in each other's capitals.

In a major turn of winds in the geopolitical atmosphere, Sunni powerhouse Saudi Arabia and Shia-majority Iran agreed to restore diplomatic ties by reopening embassies in each other's capitals. The turn of winds had a Chinese blow of intervention, with Beijing playing a key role in bringing Tehran and Riyadh to sit across each other. The French capital on Friday witnessed another moment of British-French bilateral bonhomie as President Emmanuel Macron welcomed UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak in Paris, as the two leaders signed a new deal to deter illegal immigration across the English channel. In Beijing, President Xi Jinping began his unprecedented third term in office as the leader of all six major groups of the Chinese Communist Party, making the one-party state effectively a one-man show. Click on the headlines to read more: Iran and Saudi Arabia agree to restore diplomatic ties, reopen embassies Iran and Saudi Arabia, regional competitors in West Asia, have agreed to restore diplomatic ties, state media reported. "Following talks, the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have agreed to resume diplomatic relations and reopen embassies and missions within two months," Iran's official IRNA news agency said, citing a joint statement. UK-France summit updates | Sunak-Macron sign new deal to deter illegal immigration Britain and France agreed a new deal to prevent illegal cross-English Channel migration after talks between President Emmanuel Macron and Prime Minister Rishi Sunak in Paris towards overcoming post-Brexit tensions. London will step up funding to France over the next three years to total 541 million euros ($575 million), allowing the deployment of "hundreds" of extra French law enforcement officers along the Channel coast to stop the illegal migration, the British government said in a statement. "I believe today's meeting does mark a new beginning, an entente renewed," Rishi Sunak said. Leader for life: Xi Jinping secures historic third term as China’s president Xi Jinping has secured a record third five-year term as China's president, further tightening his grip as the country's most powerful leader since Mao Zedong. Reports said the elevation by the rubber-stamp parliament on Friday (March 10) paves the way for Xi to be the leader for life. Hamburg church shooting leaves 8 dead, including unborn child At least eight people, including an unborn child, were killed in a shooting at a church in Hamburg, German police said on Thursday. There was "no indication of a terrorist background" to the attack, a spokesperson for the Hamburg prosecution’s office said. The assailant was later declared dead by the security forces. China: One-year-old child in Shanghai found hosting ‘alive unborn twin’ in brain An "unborn twin" was discovered in the brain of a one-year-old child in China's Shanghai. The revelation added to the fewest of the few cases of a condition called 'fetus-in-fetu', in which the twins become conjoined in the mother's womb but only one of the two continues to develop. Young India's heart health: Cardiologist dispels myths around cardiac activity India has experienced a major epidemiological shift over the last few decades. The most common cause of mortality in India is now cardiovascular disease (CVD), surpassing cancer, as per the World Health Organisation (WHO). Despite the considerably varying frequency of risk factors across regions, CVD is the main cause of death in all of India. Modi-Albanese talks: Indian PM raises the issue of temple attacks in Australia Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese on Friday and raised the issue of recent attacks on temples in Australia. The wide-ranging dialogue between the two leaders is aimed at expanding overall ties between the two countries. New York City rats can carry different variants of Covid, new study shows A new study finds that New York City rats can also be the carriers of the COVID-19 virus. The study was released in mBio, an open-access journal of the American for Microbiology. It concluded that New York rats are susceptible to three Covid variants. City of Glendale to be temporarily renamed to honour popstar Taylor Swift To honour Taylor Swift and her decision to kickstart her much-anticipated Eras Tour from Arizona, the city of Glendale wanted to do "something highly unusual". So they have decided to temporarily rename itself and celebrate the launch of her US tour. Officials in Glendale, Arizona have confirmed that they will rename the city by March 13 and it will remain in effect till March 18, which is when Swift is performing in Glendale. Watch: India take HORRENDOUS review as umpire's reaction goes viral on Day 2 of 4th Test vs Australia Day 2 of the fourth and final Test between India and Australia saw the Steve Smith-led visitors post a challenging 480 on a belter of a surface at the Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium, Ahmedabad. On the opening day, on Thursday (March 9), Australia opted to bat first and went to stumps at 255 for 4. The second day's play saw the visitors ride on Usman Khawaja's 180 and Cameron Green's 114 to post a mammoth 480 before Rohit Sharma-led India went to stumps at 36 for no loss.

Top 10 world news: Iran-Saudi restore ties; Sunak, Macron join hands to deter illegal immigration, and more

At least one person was killed and several others were reported missing after an explosion&nbsp;in Jersey's capital St Helier on Saturday (December 10). In other news,&nbsp;Taiwan is thinking about banning TikTok, as the government authorities believe that&nbsp;it's being used by China to wipe out the confidence of the country's citizens in the government. Finally,&nbsp;Hong Kong's media mogul Jimmy Lai has been&nbsp;sentenced to five years and nine months on Saturday.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jersey-explosion-one-dead-several-missing-after-residential-blast-541839">Jersey explosion: One dead, several missing after residential blast</a>

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UK-based media outlet The Sun mentioned in its report that the blast was so strong that "it was picked up by earthquake monitors".&nbsp;

Emergency services were rushed to the scene as the search and rescue operations for the missing are underway.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-mulls-banning-tiktok-alleges-latter-of-eroding-publics-confidence-in-govt-541880">Taiwan mulls banning TikTok, accuses it of eroding public's confidence in government</a>

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The Chinese-invested social media platform has been already banned from devices of the public sector by Taiwan over security concerns and the fear of a “cognitive warfare” campaign, the South China Morning Post reported.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-tycoon-jimmy-lai-jailed-for-five-years-and-seven-months-in-fraud-case-541869">Hong Kong tycoon Jimmy Lai jailed for five years and seven months in fraud case</a>

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Lai was found guilty of fraud in a contractual dispute and the district court also imposed a fine of US$256,850 (HK$2 million) for breaching land lease terms for the headquarters of a now-defunct Apple Daily newspaper.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/police-evacuate-mall-over-suspicion-of-a-hostage-situation-in-germany-541856">Germany: Hostage-taking situation in Dresden over, 'injured' suspect dead</a>

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A woman was killed by a gunman in Dresden, eastern Germany on Saturday before the latter entered a shopping centre and took hostages. 
 
The city centre's shopping mall was evacuated and the historic Striezelmarkt Christmas market was closed by the police for several hours in the city as people were appealed to avoid the area.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/mian-abdul-haq-pak-cleric-accused-of-forced-conversions-among-list-of-30-entities-sanctioned-by-the-uk-541879">Pak cleric accused of forced conversions among list of 30 entities sanctioned by the UK</a>

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Mian Abdul Haq, a Pakistani Muslim cleric, is among 30 human rights violators sanctioned by the UK, Foreign Secretary James Cleverly announced on Friday (Dec 9) to mark International Anti-Corruption Day and Human Rights Day.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/chinese-students-invent-invisibility-cloak-that-hides-humans-from-security-cameras-541831">Chinese students invent ‘invisibility cloak’ that hides humans from security cameras</a>

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According to a report published by South China Morning Post, the graduate students have developed the InvisDefense coat which is visible to the human eyes but has peculiar patterns all over it which blinds the cameras during the day and releases heat signals at night.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/afghanistan-taliban-may-put-further-restrictions-on-media-says-official-541912">Afghanistan: Taliban may put further restrictions on media, says official&nbsp;</a>

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The Taliban has once again pushed margins for media in Afghanistan saying that the authorities are moving to formulate a proper set of directions, Khaama Press reported.

Watch |&nbsp;PETA is suing UK Defence Ministry over bear skin caps as MoD refuses to replace them

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Watch |&nbsp;Gravitas Plus: The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps

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Watch |&nbsp;Is Russia changing its nuclear doctrine? Putin mulls adopting a 'Washington-like' concept

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At least one person was killed and several others were reported missing after an explosion in Jersey's capital St Helier on Saturday (December 10). In other news, Taiwan is thinking about banning TikTok, as the government authorities believe that it's being used by China to wipe out the confidence of the country's citizens in the government.

At least one person was killed and several others were reported missing after an explosion in Jersey's capital St Helier on Saturday (December 10). In other news, Taiwan is thinking about banning TikTok, as the government authorities believe that it's being used by China to wipe out the confidence of the country's citizens in the government. Finally, Hong Kong's media mogul Jimmy Lai has been sentenced to five years and nine months on Saturday. Click on the headlines to read more: Jersey explosion: One dead, several missing after residential blast UK-based media outlet The Sun mentioned in its report that the blast was so strong that "it was picked up by earthquake monitors". Emergency services were rushed to the scene as the search and rescue operations for the missing are underway. Taiwan mulls banning TikTok, accuses it of eroding public's confidence in government The Chinese-invested social media platform has been already banned from devices of the public sector by Taiwan over security concerns and the fear of a “cognitive warfare” campaign, the South China Morning Post reported. Hong Kong tycoon Jimmy Lai jailed for five years and seven months in fraud case Lai was found guilty of fraud in a contractual dispute and the district court also imposed a fine of US$256,850 (HK$2 million) for breaching land lease terms for the headquarters of a now-defunct Apple Daily newspaper. Germany: Hostage-taking situation in Dresden over, 'injured' suspect dead A woman was killed by a gunman in Dresden, eastern Germany on Saturday before the latter entered a shopping centre and took hostages. The city centre's shopping mall was evacuated and the historic Striezelmarkt Christmas market was closed by the police for several hours in the city as people were appealed to avoid the area. Pak cleric accused of forced conversions among list of 30 entities sanctioned by the UK Mian Abdul Haq, a Pakistani Muslim cleric, is among 30 human rights violators sanctioned by the UK, Foreign Secretary James Cleverly announced on Friday (Dec 9) to mark International Anti-Corruption Day and Human Rights Day. Chinese students invent ‘invisibility cloak’ that hides humans from security cameras According to a report published by South China Morning Post, the graduate students have developed the InvisDefense coat which is visible to the human eyes but has peculiar patterns all over it which blinds the cameras during the day and releases heat signals at night. Afghanistan: Taliban may put further restrictions on media, says official The Taliban has once again pushed margins for media in Afghanistan saying that the authorities are moving to formulate a proper set of directions, Khaama Press reported. Watch | PETA is suing UK Defence Ministry over bear skin caps as MoD refuses to replace them Watch | Gravitas Plus: The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Watch | Is Russia changing its nuclear doctrine? Putin mulls adopting a 'Washington-like' concept

Top 10 world news: Jersey explosion, Taiwan mulls banning TikTok, Jimmy Lai jailed for five years, and more

Following the Ukraine war and scheduling issues, the annual India-Russia summit will not happen this year. In other news,&nbsp;American basketball star Brittney Griner returned to the United States after being released by Russia as part of a prisoner swap. Finally,&nbsp;The UK&nbsp;announced Friday (December 9) that in collaboration with Italy and Japan, it will work to develop next-generation fighter jets, designed to rival enemy warplanes.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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<a data-auth="NotApplicable" href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-russia-summit-to-not-happen-this-year-due-to-scheduling-issues-541617">India-Russia summit to not happen this year due to 'scheduling issues'</a>

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India, Russia annual summit is the highest institutionalised dialogue mechanism between the two countries at the leaders' level. So far, 21 summits have taken place since the first summit that took place in since the first summit that places in November 2001 in Moscow. The last summit to take place was in Delhi on December 6, 2021 with Russian President Putin travelling to the Indian national capital.&nbsp;

<a data-auth="NotApplicable" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/basketball-star-brittney-griner-arrives-home-in-us-after-russia-prisoner-swap-541616">Basketball star Brittney Griner arrives home in US after Russia prisoner swap</a>

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&nbsp;The 32-year-old, who was arrested by the Russian authorities in Moscow for possession of cannabis oil, was released in exchange for the 55-year-old Russian arms dealer called Viktor Bout. Bout was sentenced to 25 years in prison by the US authorities.

<a data-auth="NotApplicable" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ambitious-endeavour-britain-japan-and-italy-to-jointly-develop-next-generation-fighter-jet-541603">'Ambitious endeavour': Britain, Japan and Italy to jointly develop next-generation fighter jet</a>

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All three nations will work on an advanced front-line fighter, that is expected to come into operation by 2035. British-led Future Combat Air System project, also known as Tempest, will be combined with Japan's F-X programme in a venture called the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP).&nbsp;

<a data-auth="NotApplicable" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/arizona-senator-kyrsten-sinema-leaves-democratic-party-registers-as-an-independent-541648">Arizona's Kyrsten Sinema leaves Democratic Party, registers as an independent</a>

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&nbsp;Arizona senator Kyrsten Sinema announced on Friday that he will be switching her political affiliation to independent – meaning that the number of Democratic senators will go down to 50.

<a data-auth="NotApplicable" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-visibly-drunk-putins-video-claiming-you-started-it-not-us-goes-viral-541631">WATCH: Visibly drunk Putin's video claiming 'You started it - not us' goes viral</a>

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Russian President Vladimir Putin's new video went viral on Twitter in which the allegedly intoxicated president is seen talking about the Russia-Ukraine war. A Twitter user named Dmitri posted the video with the caption "Drunk putin explains why strikes against Ukrainian infrastructure will continue". &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/wait-what-roger-federer-was-once-denied-entry-inside-wimbledon-swiss-maestro-shares-hilarious-story-541611">Wait, what? Roger Federer was once denied entry inside Wimbledon! Swiss maestro shares hilarious story</a>

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Roger Federer stunned one and all by retiring in September 2022. The tennis stalwart hadn't played any competitive match since his Wimbledon 2021 quarter-final exit and, hence, his retirement was always on the cards.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/poll-shows-that-the-us-economy-is-headed-for-a-shallow-recession-heres-what-it-means-541596">Poll shows that the US economy is headed for a shallow recession: Here’s what it means</a>

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A new poll by Reuters shows that a large majority of economists said that the United States economy is headed for a short and shallow recession sometime in the upcoming year. This comes as the country is witnessing soaring inflation which was at a four-decade-high prompting the Federal Reserve to announce several interest rate hikes since the beginning of this year in a bid to combat it.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-koreas-truckers-vote-to-call-off-strike-over-minimum-wage-protections-541602">South Korea's truckers vote to call off strike over minimum wage protections</a>

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The demonstrating truckers in South Korea voted on Friday to end their strike as it entered its third week with weakening public support and the consistent refusal of the government to budge, claiming that the economy has suffered "astronomical" damage due to the protests.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/americas-unknown-child-philapdelphia-police-identifiy-boy-found-dead-in-a-box-65-years-ago-541647">'America's unknown child': Philapdelphia police identifiy boy found dead in a box 65 years ago</a>

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Finally, after 65 years, the&nbsp;Philadelphia police was able to identify the boy who was found dead in a box. The police revealed his name.&nbsp;

The four-year-old was identified as Joseph Augustus Zarelli through investigation and DNA analysis, CNN reported.&nbsp;

Watch |&nbsp;US: DoJ to hold former President Donald Trump in contempt of court

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Following the Ukraine war and scheduling issues, the annual India-Russia summit will not happen this year. In other news, American basketball star Brittney Griner returned to the United States after being released by Russia as part of a prisoner swap.

Following the Ukraine war and scheduling issues, the annual India-Russia summit will not happen this year. In other news, American basketball star Brittney Griner returned to the United States after being released by Russia as part of a prisoner swap. Finally, The UK announced Friday (December 9) that in collaboration with Italy and Japan, it will work to develop next-generation fighter jets, designed to rival enemy warplanes. Click on the headlines to read more: India-Russia summit to not happen this year due to 'scheduling issues' India, Russia annual summit is the highest institutionalised dialogue mechanism between the two countries at the leaders' level. So far, 21 summits have taken place since the first summit that took place in since the first summit that places in November 2001 in Moscow. The last summit to take place was in Delhi on December 6, 2021 with Russian President Putin travelling to the Indian national capital. Basketball star Brittney Griner arrives home in US after Russia prisoner swap The 32-year-old, who was arrested by the Russian authorities in Moscow for possession of cannabis oil, was released in exchange for the 55-year-old Russian arms dealer called Viktor Bout. Bout was sentenced to 25 years in prison by the US authorities. 'Ambitious endeavour': Britain, Japan and Italy to jointly develop next-generation fighter jet All three nations will work on an advanced front-line fighter, that is expected to come into operation by 2035. British-led Future Combat Air System project, also known as Tempest, will be combined with Japan's F-X programme in a venture called the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP). Arizona's Kyrsten Sinema leaves Democratic Party, registers as an independent Arizona senator Kyrsten Sinema announced on Friday that he will be switching her political affiliation to independent – meaning that the number of Democratic senators will go down to 50. WATCH: Visibly drunk Putin's video claiming 'You started it - not us' goes viral Russian President Vladimir Putin's new video went viral on Twitter in which the allegedly intoxicated president is seen talking about the Russia-Ukraine war. A Twitter user named Dmitri posted the video with the caption "Drunk putin explains why strikes against Ukrainian infrastructure will continue". Wait, what? Roger Federer was once denied entry inside Wimbledon! Swiss maestro shares hilarious story Roger Federer stunned one and all by retiring in September 2022. The tennis stalwart hadn't played any competitive match since his Wimbledon 2021 quarter-final exit and, hence, his retirement was always on the cards. Poll shows that the US economy is headed for a shallow recession: Here’s what it means A new poll by Reuters shows that a large majority of economists said that the United States economy is headed for a short and shallow recession sometime in the upcoming year. This comes as the country is witnessing soaring inflation which was at a four-decade-high prompting the Federal Reserve to announce several interest rate hikes since the beginning of this year in a bid to combat it. South Korea's truckers vote to call off strike over minimum wage protections The demonstrating truckers in South Korea voted on Friday to end their strike as it entered its third week with weakening public support and the consistent refusal of the government to budge, claiming that the economy has suffered "astronomical" damage due to the protests. 'America's unknown child': Philapdelphia police identifiy boy found dead in a box 65 years ago Finally, after 65 years, the Philadelphia police was able to identify the boy who was found dead in a box. The police revealed his name. The four-year-old was identified as Joseph Augustus Zarelli through investigation and DNA analysis, CNN reported. Watch | US: DoJ to hold former President Donald Trump in contempt of court

Top 10 world news: India-Russia summit to not happen this year, Brittney Griner arrives home in US & more

The European Union (EU) on Monday imposed sanctions on Iran’s Morality police, information minister and other senior officials in the wake of crackdown against the weeks-long protests sparked by Mahsa Amini's death. In other news, Marina Ovsyannikova, a former Russian state TV journalist who protested against President Vladimir Putin’s Ukraine invasion during a live broadcast, has fled the country, her lawyers reportedly said.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mahsa-aminis-death-eu-sanctions-irans-morality-police-minister-for-crackdown-on-protests-526164">Mahsa Amini's death: EU sanctions Iran’s Morality Police, minister</a>

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The entities that have been backlisted include the chiefs of the so-called morality police, the Revolutionary Guard's Basij paramilitary force, and a uniformed branch of the national police.&nbsp;Under the sanctions, these Iranian officials will be subjected to EU visa bans and asset freezes.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-state-journalist-who-decried-putins-ukraine-invasion-on-live-tv-flees-526195">Russian state journalist who decried Putin’s Ukraine invasion on live TV flees</a>

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The 44-year-old Ukrainian-born woman came under heavy scrutiny by Russian officials after she decried the conflict by flashing a poster that read “no war” during the live broadcast of Channel One in March.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-finance-minister-jeremy-hunt-scraps-almost-all-government-tax-cut-plans-526127">UK Finance Minister Jeremy Hunt scraps almost all government tax cut plans</a>

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British finance minister Jeremy Hunt said on Monday that the government will be reversing nearly all the tax cuts announced in the mini-budget. The measures which were introduced by former finance minister Kwasi Kwarteng were met with criticism and uproar from both political and public circles.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-pms-office-concerned-over-attack-on-hong-kong-pro-democracy-protester-526159">UK PM's office 'concerned' over attack on Hong Kong pro-democracy protester</a>

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The spokesperson for the office of British Prime Minister Liz Truss said on Monday that the alleged assault on a protestor inside the Chinese consulate in Manchester was “concerning”. &nbsp;“These reports are obviously deeply concerning,” the spokesperson told reporters according to Reuters.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-department-of-justice-demands-six-months-prison-term-for-steve-bannon-former-trump-aide-526185">Steve Bannon: US Justice Department seeks six-month prison term for former Trump aide</a>

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The US Department of Justice (DoJ) on Monday in a new court filing asked a federal judge to sentence Steve Bannon, the former aide of Donald Trump, to six months in prison in addition to a fine of $200,000 for being convicted on two counts of contempt of Congress.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/over-120000-children-to-attend-matches-at-u-17-womens-world-cup-reveals-fifa-526196">Over 1,20,000 children to attend matches at U-17 Women's World Cup, reveals FIFA</a>

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FIFA has made a claim that in excess of one lakh children will be attending matches in the ongoing U-17 Women's World Cup, being held in India (Bhubaneswar, Margao and Navi Mumbai).&nbsp;Nandini Arora, one of the Project Directors of the&nbsp; tournament, claimed that the showpiece event will see to 1,20,000 kids witnessing the proceedings live.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bts-members-to-serve-military-duties-confirms-big-hit-music-526063">BTS members to serve military duties, confirms Big Hit Music</a>

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BTS will be heading to the military very soon without any delay. Big Hit Music company has confirmed the same via a Twitter post.&nbsp;Jin will start&nbsp;his process as early as October end. Others will join as and when they are asked. And, by 2025, they will come back together as a boy band and will drop more songs for the ARMY.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/with-us-saudi-at-loggerheads-over-opec-oil-cut-king-salman-says-working-to-support-stability-of-markets-526035">Saudi King says 'working hard to support stability of global oil markets'</a>

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Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz stated on Sunday that his country was working hard to ensure stability and balance in the oil market, including through establishing and maintaining the OPEC+ alliance's recent contentious agreement.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-imposes-blanket-ban-on-sale-of-flavoured-e-cigarettes-but-exports-will-continue-526168">China imposes blanket ban on sale of flavoured e-cigarettes but exports will continue</a>

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In a major crackdown, China on Monday banned the sale of flavoured e-cigarettes across the country. The ban is an attempt by the Chinese government to keep underage vaping in check which had been growing steadily.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/anthony-fauci-urges-us-to-not-be-complacent-in-fight-against-long-covid-526197">Anthony Fauci urges US to 'not be complacent' in fight against long Covid</a>

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Fauci has been a central figure for the US in the fight against the COVID-19 infection and he believes that it is too early to announce victory over the pandemic. In a recent interview, he warned against the impact of long Covid and requested the authorities to continue the research on the topic.&nbsp;

The European Union (EU) on Monday imposed sanctions on Iran’s Morality police, information minister and other senior officials in the wake of crackdown against the weeks-long protests sparked by Mahsa Amini's death.

The European Union (EU) on Monday imposed sanctions on Iran’s Morality police, information minister and other senior officials in the wake of crackdown against the weeks-long protests sparked by Mahsa Amini's death. In other news, Marina Ovsyannikova, a former Russian state TV journalist who protested against President Vladimir Putin’s Ukraine invasion during a live broadcast, has fled the country, her lawyers reportedly said. Mahsa Amini's death: EU sanctions Iran’s Morality Police, minister The entities that have been backlisted include the chiefs of the so-called morality police, the Revolutionary Guard's Basij paramilitary force, and a uniformed branch of the national police. Under the sanctions, these Iranian officials will be subjected to EU visa bans and asset freezes. Russian state journalist who decried Putin’s Ukraine invasion on live TV flees The 44-year-old Ukrainian-born woman came under heavy scrutiny by Russian officials after she decried the conflict by flashing a poster that read “no war” during the live broadcast of Channel One in March. UK Finance Minister Jeremy Hunt scraps almost all government tax cut plans British finance minister Jeremy Hunt said on Monday that the government will be reversing nearly all the tax cuts announced in the mini-budget. The measures which were introduced by former finance minister Kwasi Kwarteng were met with criticism and uproar from both political and public circles. UK PM's office 'concerned' over attack on Hong Kong pro-democracy protester The spokesperson for the office of British Prime Minister Liz Truss said on Monday that the alleged assault on a protestor inside the Chinese consulate in Manchester was “concerning”. “These reports are obviously deeply concerning,” the spokesperson told reporters according to Reuters. Steve Bannon: US Justice Department seeks six-month prison term for former Trump aide The US Department of Justice (DoJ) on Monday in a new court filing asked a federal judge to sentence Steve Bannon, the former aide of Donald Trump, to six months in prison in addition to a fine of $200,000 for being convicted on two counts of contempt of Congress. Over 1,20,000 children to attend matches at U-17 Women's World Cup, reveals FIFA FIFA has made a claim that in excess of one lakh children will be attending matches in the ongoing U-17 Women's World Cup, being held in India (Bhubaneswar, Margao and Navi Mumbai). Nandini Arora, one of the Project Directors of the tournament, claimed that the showpiece event will see to 1,20,000 kids witnessing the proceedings live. BTS members to serve military duties, confirms Big Hit Music BTS will be heading to the military very soon without any delay. Big Hit Music company has confirmed the same via a Twitter post. Jin will start his process as early as October end. Others will join as and when they are asked. And, by 2025, they will come back together as a boy band and will drop more songs for the ARMY. Saudi King says 'working hard to support stability of global oil markets' Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz stated on Sunday that his country was working hard to ensure stability and balance in the oil market, including through establishing and maintaining the OPEC+ alliance's recent contentious agreement. China imposes blanket ban on sale of flavoured e-cigarettes but exports will continue In a major crackdown, China on Monday banned the sale of flavoured e-cigarettes across the country. The ban is an attempt by the Chinese government to keep underage vaping in check which had been growing steadily. Anthony Fauci urges US to 'not be complacent' in fight against long Covid Fauci has been a central figure for the US in the fight against the COVID-19 infection and he believes that it is too early to announce victory over the pandemic. In a recent interview, he warned against the impact of long Covid and requested the authorities to continue the research on the topic.

Top 10 news: EU sanctions Iran’s Morality Police, UK scraps almost all tax cut plans, and more

Islamabad high court on Saturday issued an arrest warrant against former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan. The issuance of the arrest warrant was expedited due to Imran's non-appearance in court. In other news,&nbsp;Ukrainian nuclear agency Energoatom said Russia has detained the chief of the nuclear power facility in Zaporizhzhia, which is in control of Moscow since it captured the region.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/arrest-warrant-issued-for-former-pak-pm-imran-khan-521563">Arrest warrant issued against former Pakistan PM Imran Khan for remarks on female judge</a>

An arrest warrant has been issued against former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan. The warrant was issued on Saturday by an Islamabad court in relation to the PTI chief's controversial remarks against a female judge.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/dg-of-ukraines-moscow-held-nuclear-power-plant-detained-by-russia-report-521468">Chief of Ukraine's Moscow-held nuclear power plant detained by Russia: Report</a>

A statement on Saturday by the Ukrainian nuclear agency Energoatom said Russia has detained the chief of the nuclear power facility in Zaporizhzhia, which is in control of Moscow since it captured the region.&nbsp;

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Following a suicide bombing that left several dead, largely young Hazara women, in Kabul on Friday, dozens of women from the minority ethnic group protested in the Afghan capital on Saturday.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/un-peacekeeper-killed-in-eastern-democratic-republic-of-congo-521549">UN peacekeeper killed in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo by rebels</a>

The latest violence to strike the conflict-torn region occurred in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, according to UN and Congolese officials on Saturday. The attack was allegedly carried out on Friday night in the Minembwe region of South Kivu province by suspected Twirwaneho militia members.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/united-airlines-to-suspend-operations-at-jfk-in-october-521559">United Airlines to suspend operations at JFK in October</a>

Less than a month after threatening to take action, United Airlines&nbsp;on Friday announced that it will halt its services in late October to New York's John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) airport.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/report-china-has-opened-illegal-police-stations-in-several-countries-across-the-world-521517">China has opened illegal police stations in several countries across the world: Report</a>

According to recent reports, the Chinese government has opened several illegal police stations across the world, including in countries like Europe, the UK, the US, Canada and Ireland. This revelation comes amid China’s quest to emerge as a global superpower and has sparked concerns among human rights campaigners.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kuwait-vote-shakes-up-parliament-amid-political-deadlock-521532">Kuwait vote shakes up national assembly amid protracted political deadlock</a>

In Kuwait's second election in less than two years, voters decided to shake up the assembly, electing two women, two conservative Islamists, and other candidates, according to results announced on Friday.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/shangri-la-reports-major-data-breach-at-8-hotels-guests-data-leaked-521547">Shangri-La reports major data breach at eight hotels; guests' data leaked</a>

Luxury hotel chain Shangri-La Group has been a victim of a major data breach. Reportedly, the personal data of guests who had stayed at its hotels in countries such as Tokyo, Singapore, Thailand, Taipei, and Hong Kong has been compromised.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/jasprit-bumrah-has-gone-to-the-nca-we-are-waiting-on-official-confirmation-on-fitness-rahul-dravid-521558">Jasprit Bumrah has gone to the NCA, we are waiting for official confirmation on fitness: Rahul Dravid</a>

Amid reports that Jasprit Bumrah is likely to miss the upcoming T20 World Cup 2022, India head coach Rahul Dravid on Saturday spoke about Bumrah's injury in the pre-match press conference ahead of India's second T20I against South Africa. Dravid said Bumrah has gone to the NCA and the team management is waiting for official confirmation regarding his participation in the T20 World Cup.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-rings-of-power-episode-6-review-amazons-fantasy-series-delivers-thrilling-action-packed-television-521454https://www.wionews.com/sports/jasprit-bumrah-has-gone-to-the-nca-we-are-waiting-on-official-confirmation-on-fitness-rahul-dravid-521558">'Rings of Power' Episode 6 review: Amazon's fantasy series delivers thrilling, action-packed television</a>

The sixth episode of Prime Video's fantasy series 'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power' is arguably its best yet. After starting off sedately and setting up characters and the central conflict, 'Udûn' fires on all cylinders (more literally than you would expect) to deliver an hour so of television brimming with action, character, and wow moments.&nbsp;

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WATCH WION LIVE HERE:&nbsp;

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Islamabad high court on Saturday issued an arrest warrant against former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan. The issuance of the arrest warrant was expedited due to Imran's non-appearance in court.

Islamabad high court on Saturday issued an arrest warrant against former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan. The issuance of the arrest warrant was expedited due to Imran's non-appearance in court. In other news, Ukrainian nuclear agency Energoatom said Russia has detained the chief of the nuclear power facility in Zaporizhzhia, which is in control of Moscow since it captured the region. Click on headlines to read more: Arrest warrant issued against former Pakistan PM Imran Khan for remarks on female judge An arrest warrant has been issued against former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan. The warrant was issued on Saturday by an Islamabad court in relation to the PTI chief's controversial remarks against a female judge. Chief of Ukraine's Moscow-held nuclear power plant detained by Russia: Report A statement on Saturday by the Ukrainian nuclear agency Energoatom said Russia has detained the chief of the nuclear power facility in Zaporizhzhia, which is in control of Moscow since it captured the region. Hazara women protest against 'genocide' after Kabul suicide bombing toll rises to 35 Following a suicide bombing that left several dead, largely young Hazara women, in Kabul on Friday, dozens of women from the minority ethnic group protested in the Afghan capital on Saturday. UN peacekeeper killed in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo by rebels The latest violence to strike the conflict-torn region occurred in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, according to UN and Congolese officials on Saturday. The attack was allegedly carried out on Friday night in the Minembwe region of South Kivu province by suspected Twirwaneho militia members. United Airlines to suspend operations at JFK in October Less than a month after threatening to take action, United Airlines on Friday announced that it will halt its services in late October to New York's John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) airport. China has opened illegal police stations in several countries across the world: Report According to recent reports, the Chinese government has opened several illegal police stations across the world, including in countries like Europe, the UK, the US, Canada and Ireland. This revelation comes amid China’s quest to emerge as a global superpower and has sparked concerns among human rights campaigners. Kuwait vote shakes up national assembly amid protracted political deadlock In Kuwait's second election in less than two years, voters decided to shake up the assembly, electing two women, two conservative Islamists, and other candidates, according to results announced on Friday. Shangri-La reports major data breach at eight hotels; guests' data leaked Luxury hotel chain Shangri-La Group has been a victim of a major data breach. Reportedly, the personal data of guests who had stayed at its hotels in countries such as Tokyo, Singapore, Thailand, Taipei, and Hong Kong has been compromised. Jasprit Bumrah has gone to the NCA, we are waiting for official confirmation on fitness: Rahul Dravid Amid reports that Jasprit Bumrah is likely to miss the upcoming T20 World Cup 2022, India head coach Rahul Dravid on Saturday spoke about Bumrah's injury in the pre-match press conference ahead of India's second T20I against South Africa. Dravid said Bumrah has gone to the NCA and the team management is waiting for official confirmation regarding his participation in the T20 World Cup. 'Rings of Power' Episode 6 review: Amazon's fantasy series delivers thrilling, action-packed television The sixth episode of Prime Video's fantasy series 'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power' is arguably its best yet. After starting off sedately and setting up characters and the central conflict, 'Udûn' fires on all cylinders (more literally than you would expect) to deliver an hour so of television brimming with action, character, and wow moments. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Top 10 world news: Arrest warrant issued for Imran Khan, Russia arrests nuclear plant chief & more

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday annexed four Ukrainian territories controlled by his army at a grand ceremony in the Kremlin. In other news,&nbsp;23 people, including&nbsp;girl students, were killed and 27 injured after a suicide attack at a learning centre in the Afghan capital of Kabul on Friday.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-annexes-four-occupied-regions-ukraine-accelerates-nato-membership-bid-521280">Putin annexes four occupied regions; Ukraine accelerates NATO membership bid</a>

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Putin joined hands with the Moscow-installed heads of the regions on a stage in front of the Russian elite and chanted alongside them "Russia! Russia!". He said the people of the regions had made an "univocal choice" to join Russia after so-called referendums that Moscow organised.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/19-dead-and-27-injured-after-suicide-bomb-blast-at-educational-center-in-kabul-521107">23 including girl students killed in suicide attack on educational centre in Kabul</a>

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23 people, including&nbsp;girl students, were killed and 27 injured after a suicide attack at a learning centre in the Afghan capital of Kabul on Friday. The incident took place as the students were preparing for an examination.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/23-killed-and-28-injured-in-russian-attack-on-civilian-convoy-in-zaporizhzhia-521164">25 killed and 28 injured in Russian attack on civilian convoy in Zaporizhzhia</a>

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Twenty five people were killed, and 28 others were injured after a Russian missile strike on the outskirts of the Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia, the regional governor said on Friday. According to local officials, the missile hit a convoy of civilian vehicles resulting in the death of a number of local inhabitants.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-accuses-west-of-nord-stream-blasts-measuring-23-and-21-on-richter-scale-521258">Putin accuses West of Nord Stream blasts</a>

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On Friday, Russian President Vladimir Putin charged the West with orchestrating explosions that caused several gas leaks on the Nord Stream gas pipelines connecting Russia to Europe.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/she-was-taking-undue-advantage-indian-skipper-harmanpreet-kaur-on-charlie-dean-run-out-521243">'She was taking undue advantage' - Indian skipper Harmanpreet Kaur on Charlie Dean run-out</a>

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Jhulan Goswami's last international match turned out to be a humdinger at Lord's. India took on England in the third and inconsequential tie, of the three ODIs, at the iconic ground with an unassailable lead in the series.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-vikram-vedha-review-hrithik-roshan-shines-in-this-action-thriller-that-never-excels-to-its-full-potential-521095">'Vikram Vedha' review: Hrithik Roshan shines in a thriller that never excels to its full potential</a>

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Director duo Pushkar-Gayatri make their Bollywood debut with a remake of their Tamil hit film 'Vikram Vedha'. The trailer of the film had the internet buzzing as it presented Hrithik Roshan in a scruffy avatar full of swagger.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/female-staff-at-australias-antarctic-stations-faced-sexism-and-sexual-harassment-report-says-521224">Sexual harassment of women rampant at Australia’s Antarctic stations: Report</a>

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A report has revealed that women working at Australia's research camps in Antarctica have endured widespread sexual harassment. It carries evidence of uninvited touching, requests for sex, displays of pornography, and limited provision for women menstruating.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/68th-national-film-awards-2022-ceremony-ajay-devgn-and-suriya-receive-their-best-actor-awards-521260">68th National Film Awards 2022 Ceremony: Ajay Devgn and Suriya receive Best Actor Award</a>

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The 68th National Film Awards ceremony finally took place in New Delhi, the capital city of India. The coveted awards were presented by the President of India Draupadi Murmu at the Vigyan Bhawan. The&nbsp;winners were announced on July&nbsp;22.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/gunfire-blast-jolt-burkina-faso-capital-soldiers-on-streets-521202">Gunshots and blast in Burkina Faso capital raise coup fears</a>

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Heavy gunfire rang out from the main military camp and some residential areas in Ouagadougou, the Burkina Faso capital, on Friday, raising fears of a second coup in eight months. A large blast was also heard near the presidential palace, Reuters reported.

 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/middle-finger-health-campaign-to-help-curb-hepatitis-c-in-nz-considered-offensive-521236">‘Middle finger’ health campaign to help curb hepatitis C in NZ considered offensive</a>

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An attempt by New Zealand to stop the spread of hepatitis C has run into trouble because one of their commercials, which showed individuals giving the middle finger, was considered to be too inflammatory to air.&nbsp;

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Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday annexed four Ukrainian territories controlled by his army at a grand ceremony in the Kremlin. In other news, 23 people, including girl students, were killed and 27 injured after a suicide attack at a learning centre in the Afghan capital of Kabul on Friday.

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday annexed four Ukrainian territories controlled by his army at a grand ceremony in the Kremlin. In other news, 23 people, including girl students, were killed and 27 injured after a suicide attack at a learning centre in the Afghan capital of Kabul on Friday. Click on the headlines to read more: Putin annexes four occupied regions; Ukraine accelerates NATO membership bid Putin joined hands with the Moscow-installed heads of the regions on a stage in front of the Russian elite and chanted alongside them "Russia! Russia!". He said the people of the regions had made an "univocal choice" to join Russia after so-called referendums that Moscow organised. 23 including girl students killed in suicide attack on educational centre in Kabul 23 people, including girl students, were killed and 27 injured after a suicide attack at a learning centre in the Afghan capital of Kabul on Friday. The incident took place as the students were preparing for an examination. 25 killed and 28 injured in Russian attack on civilian convoy in Zaporizhzhia Twenty five people were killed, and 28 others were injured after a Russian missile strike on the outskirts of the Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia, the regional governor said on Friday. According to local officials, the missile hit a convoy of civilian vehicles resulting in the death of a number of local inhabitants. Putin accuses West of Nord Stream blasts On Friday, Russian President Vladimir Putin charged the West with orchestrating explosions that caused several gas leaks on the Nord Stream gas pipelines connecting Russia to Europe. 'She was taking undue advantage' - Indian skipper Harmanpreet Kaur on Charlie Dean run-out Jhulan Goswami's last international match turned out to be a humdinger at Lord's. India took on England in the third and inconsequential tie, of the three ODIs, at the iconic ground with an unassailable lead in the series. 'Vikram Vedha' review: Hrithik Roshan shines in a thriller that never excels to its full potential Director duo Pushkar-Gayatri make their Bollywood debut with a remake of their Tamil hit film 'Vikram Vedha'. The trailer of the film had the internet buzzing as it presented Hrithik Roshan in a scruffy avatar full of swagger. Sexual harassment of women rampant at Australia’s Antarctic stations: Report A report has revealed that women working at Australia's research camps in Antarctica have endured widespread sexual harassment. It carries evidence of uninvited touching, requests for sex, displays of pornography, and limited provision for women menstruating. 68th National Film Awards 2022 Ceremony: Ajay Devgn and Suriya receive Best Actor Award The 68th National Film Awards ceremony finally took place in New Delhi, the capital city of India. The coveted awards were presented by the President of India Draupadi Murmu at the Vigyan Bhawan. The winners were announced on July 22. Gunshots and blast in Burkina Faso capital raise coup fears Heavy gunfire rang out from the main military camp and some residential areas in Ouagadougou, the Burkina Faso capital, on Friday, raising fears of a second coup in eight months. A large blast was also heard near the presidential palace, Reuters reported. ‘Middle finger’ health campaign to help curb hepatitis C in NZ considered offensive An attempt by New Zealand to stop the spread of hepatitis C has run into trouble because one of their commercials, which showed individuals giving the middle finger, was considered to be too inflammatory to air.

Top 10 world news: Putin annexes 4 occupied Ukrainian regions, 23 killed in Kabul suicide attack, and more

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned the government officials on Thursday (August 11) to stop divulging details about the military tactics that are being used against Russia during the ongoing war. Meanwhile, in other worrying news, a drought was declared for those parts of England that did not receive significant rainfall all summer.&nbsp;The Environment Agency said in a statement that parts of southern, central and eastern England are now in drought status.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/frankly-irresponsible-zelensky-asks-officials-to-stop-sharing-ukraines-military-tactics-506237">Zelensky asks officials to stop sharing Ukraine's military tactics</a>

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned the government officials on Thursday (August 11) to stop divulging details about the military tactics that are being used against Russia during the ongoing war. Terming such remarks "frankly irresponsible" in an evening address, Zelensky said, "War is definitely not the time for vanity and loud statements."

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/amid-heatwave-uk-declares-drought-across-eight-areas-of-england-506260">Amid heatwave, UK declares drought across eight areas of England</a>

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Parts of England are not receiving significant rainfall all summer and amid a period of prolonged hot and dry weather, authorities on Friday (August 12) officially declared a drought for the affected regions.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/author-salman-rushdie-attacked-on-stage-during-event-in-new-york-506314">Author Salman Rushdie attacked on stage during event in New York</a>

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Salman Rushdie, the Man Booker Prize award winner who received death threats from Iran due to his books, was attacked during a lecture in New York on Friday. According to Associated Press, a man attacked Rushdie at the Chautauqua Institution and the reporter said that he was either “punched or stabbed”.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/animal-rights-activists-protest-after-carriage-horse-collapses-due-to-heat-watch-506231">Animal rights activists protest after carriage horse collapses due to heat</a>

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Animal rights activists held a protest rally near the City Hall in New York, United States, after a carriage horse collapsed due to excessive heat. The incident took place on Wednesday when the horse was pulling a carriage at the Ninth Avenue and West 45th Street and suddenly collapsed due to dehydration.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fbi-searched-for-classified-nuclear-documents-at-trumps-mar-a-lago-home-report-506107">FBI searched for classified nuclear documents at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago home: Report</a>

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The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) agents who raided Donald Trump’s Florida house, Mar-a-Lago, were searching for classified documents on nuclear weapons, The Washington Post reported citing people familiar with the investigation.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-inaugural-champions-to-woeful-performers-in-2021-team-india-at-t20-world-cup-over-the-years-506269">From inaugural champions to woeful performers in 2021: Team India at T20 World Cup over the years</a>

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In the inaugural season, held in South Africa in 2007, the MS Dhoni-led Indian team stunned one and all and returned with the elusive trophy. India beat Pakistan twice (including once in a bowl-out after a tied encounter), Australia, England, South Africa and only lost to New Zealand to win the first-ever edition.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-laal-singh-chaddha-box-office-collection-day-1-aamir-khan-film-sinks-earns-just-rs-12-cr-506189">'Laal Singh Chaddha' box office collection Day 1: Aamir Khan film sinks, earns just Rs 12 cr</a>

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If the first day box office collection of Aamir Khan's 'Laal Singh Chaddha' is any indication, this film is going to be another big dud to come out of the Hindi film industry in recent times. The film, which is a remake of the 1994 Hollywood classic 'Forrest Gump', grossed only Rs 12 crore on the first day.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/low-levels-of-pollution-also-cause-major-health-damage-study-finds-506203">Low levels of pollution also cause major health damage, study finds</a>

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A new study has revealed that even low levels of pollution can be extremely harmful and, in the long run, cause considerable health damage. The research, which was carried out in Canada, found that around 8000 people in the country die every year because of air pollution.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/google-misleads-australians-about-collecting-location-data-agrees-to-pay-60-million-penalty-506174">Google misleads Australians about collecting location data, agrees to pay $42.7 million penalty</a>

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In response to a protracted legal battle with Australia's competition authority over deceiving customers about the collection&nbsp;of their personal location data, Google has agreed to pay $42.7 million (A$60 million) in fines.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/5-year-old-louisiana-girl-kicked-out-of-school-because-parents-are-same-sex-couple-506209">5-year-old Louisiana girl kicked out of school because parents are same-sex couple</a>

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According to NBC News, Emily and Jennie Parker were informed by the school during a meeting with the school’s director and a pastor on Saturday that since their marriage didn’t follow the teachings of the Bible Baptist Academy in DeQuincy, they needed to find another school for their daughter, Zoey.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned the government officials on Thursday (August 11) to stop divulging details about the military tactics that are being used against Russia during the ongoing war.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned the government officials on Thursday (August 11) to stop divulging details about the military tactics that are being used against Russia during the ongoing war. Meanwhile, in other worrying news, a drought was declared for those parts of England that did not receive significant rainfall all summer. The Environment Agency said in a statement that parts of southern, central and eastern England are now in drought status. Click on the headlines to read more: Zelensky asks officials to stop sharing Ukraine's military tactics Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned the government officials on Thursday (August 11) to stop divulging details about the military tactics that are being used against Russia during the ongoing war. Terming such remarks "frankly irresponsible" in an evening address, Zelensky said, "War is definitely not the time for vanity and loud statements." Amid heatwave, UK declares drought across eight areas of England Parts of England are not receiving significant rainfall all summer and amid a period of prolonged hot and dry weather, authorities on Friday (August 12) officially declared a drought for the affected regions. Author Salman Rushdie attacked on stage during event in New York Salman Rushdie, the Man Booker Prize award winner who received death threats from Iran due to his books, was attacked during a lecture in New York on Friday. According to Associated Press, a man attacked Rushdie at the Chautauqua Institution and the reporter said that he was either “punched or stabbed”. Animal rights activists protest after carriage horse collapses due to heat Animal rights activists held a protest rally near the City Hall in New York, United States, after a carriage horse collapsed due to excessive heat. The incident took place on Wednesday when the horse was pulling a carriage at the Ninth Avenue and West 45th Street and suddenly collapsed due to dehydration. FBI searched for classified nuclear documents at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago home: Report The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) agents who raided Donald Trump’s Florida house, Mar-a-Lago, were searching for classified documents on nuclear weapons, The Washington Post reported citing people familiar with the investigation. From inaugural champions to woeful performers in 2021: Team India at T20 World Cup over the years In the inaugural season, held in South Africa in 2007, the MS Dhoni-led Indian team stunned one and all and returned with the elusive trophy. India beat Pakistan twice (including once in a bowl-out after a tied encounter), Australia, England, South Africa and only lost to New Zealand to win the first-ever edition. 'Laal Singh Chaddha' box office collection Day 1: Aamir Khan film sinks, earns just Rs 12 cr If the first day box office collection of Aamir Khan's 'Laal Singh Chaddha' is any indication, this film is going to be another big dud to come out of the Hindi film industry in recent times. The film, which is a remake of the 1994 Hollywood classic 'Forrest Gump', grossed only Rs 12 crore on the first day. Low levels of pollution also cause major health damage, study finds A new study has revealed that even low levels of pollution can be extremely harmful and, in the long run, cause considerable health damage. The research, which was carried out in Canada, found that around 8000 people in the country die every year because of air pollution. Google misleads Australians about collecting location data, agrees to pay $42.7 million penalty In response to a protracted legal battle with Australia's competition authority over deceiving customers about the collection of their personal location data, Google has agreed to pay $42.7 million (A$60 million) in fines. 5-year-old Louisiana girl kicked out of school because parents are same-sex couple According to NBC News, Emily and Jennie Parker were informed by the school during a meeting with the school’s director and a pastor on Saturday that since their marriage didn’t follow the teachings of the Bible Baptist Academy in DeQuincy, they needed to find another school for their daughter, Zoey.

Top 10 news: Stop sharing Ukraine's military tactics, says Zelensky, Salman Rushdie attacked, and more

Ukraine on Wednesday accused Russia of rocket strikes near a Russian-held power plant, that the former says has killed 13 civilians and injured 11, five of whom are said to be critical. In other news, Imran Khan, the head of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and a former prime minister, charged the Shehbaz Sharif-led coalition government on Wednesday with plotting a conspiracy to put his party against the military.

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Renewed strikes near Europe's biggest nuclear power plant have led to new fears of a nuclear disaster. Regional Governor Valentin Reznichenko wrote on Telegram that Russia had fired a total of 80 rockets at the area.

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When speaking to his party's members and supporters via video link on Wednesday, Imran claimed that the coalition government is planning to have the largest party in the nation engage in armed conflict with its own army.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/up-to-50-missing-after-migrant-boat-sinks-off-greece-505620">Up to 50 missing after migrant boat sinks off Greece</a>

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An air and sea rescue operation was underway Wednesday after around 50 people went missing when a migrant boat sank in the Aegean Sea, the Greek coastguard said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/contingency-plan-elon-musk-sells-tesla-shares-worth-69-billion-amid-legal-dispute-with-twitter-505489">Contingency plan: Elon Musk sells Tesla shares worth $6.9 billion amid legal dispute with Twitter</a>

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Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk has sold Tesla’s shares worth $6.9 billion while citing his ongoing legal battle with social media giant Twitter.

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Authorities in Nebraska have charged a mother and her teenage daughter with felonies after they allegedly performed an illegal home abortion and then tried to burn and bury the foetus, which the expectant girl allegedly referred to as a “thing” she wanted “out of her body”.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/a-deep-dive-into-serena-williams-achievements-over-the-course-of-her-storied-career-505560">A look at Serena Williams' greatest achievements over the course of her illustrious career</a>

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Williams boasts of the highest number of Grand Slam titles, 23, won by any player, male or female, in the Open Era. Margaret Court is the only player who has more Majors titles to her name than Williams.

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The celebrated Japanese fashion designer Issey Miyake died at the age of 84 on August 5. As per Japan's Kyodo news agency, he was suffering from liver cancer. Miyake was known for his designs, clothing and a line of perfumes.

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Nitish Kumar, leader of Janata Dal (United) (JD-U), took oath as Bihar’s chief minister on Wednesday (August 10) for the eight time after announcing a new ‘grand alliance’ with Tejashwi Yadav’s Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and other opposition parties.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-to-testify-in-ny-investigation-on-wednesday-505637">Donald Trump refuses to answer questions in NY investigation</a>

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Former US President Donald Trump has said that he declined to answer questions while appearing under oath in a New York state attorney general's civil probe into alleged fraud at his family business.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-landmark-metoo-case-against-state-tv-host-returns-to-court-report-505660">China's landmark #MeToo case against state TV host returns to court: Report</a>

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While the case of Zhou, now 29, inspired many others to share their experiences of sexual assault publicly and sparked a social media storm, a court ruled last year there was insufficient evidence to back her allegation.

Ukraine on Wednesday accused Russia of rocket strikes near a Russian-held power plant, that the former says has killed 13 civilians and injured 11, five of whom are said to be critical.

Ukraine on Wednesday accused Russia of rocket strikes near a Russian-held power plant, that the former says has killed 13 civilians and injured 11, five of whom are said to be critical. In other news, Imran Khan, the head of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and a former prime minister, charged the Shehbaz Sharif-led coalition government on Wednesday with plotting a conspiracy to put his party against the military. Thirteen killed in Russian strikes near Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant: Ukraine Renewed strikes near Europe's biggest nuclear power plant have led to new fears of a nuclear disaster. Regional Governor Valentin Reznichenko wrote on Telegram that Russia had fired a total of 80 rockets at the area. Shehbaz govt trying to present my party and Pakistan army as opponents: Imran When speaking to his party's members and supporters via video link on Wednesday, Imran claimed that the coalition government is planning to have the largest party in the nation engage in armed conflict with its own army. Up to 50 missing after migrant boat sinks off Greece An air and sea rescue operation was underway Wednesday after around 50 people went missing when a migrant boat sank in the Aegean Sea, the Greek coastguard said. Contingency plan: Elon Musk sells Tesla shares worth $6.9 billion amid legal dispute with Twitter Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk has sold Tesla’s shares worth $6.9 billion while citing his ongoing legal battle with social media giant Twitter. American mother and teen daughter charged after illegal abortion Authorities in Nebraska have charged a mother and her teenage daughter with felonies after they allegedly performed an illegal home abortion and then tried to burn and bury the foetus, which the expectant girl allegedly referred to as a “thing” she wanted “out of her body”. A look at Serena Williams' greatest achievements over the course of her illustrious career Williams boasts of the highest number of Grand Slam titles, 23, won by any player, male or female, in the Open Era. Margaret Court is the only player who has more Majors titles to her name than Williams. GALLERY | Issey Miyake's life and career in pictures: Everything to know The celebrated Japanese fashion designer Issey Miyake died at the age of 84 on August 5. As per Japan's Kyodo news agency, he was suffering from liver cancer. Miyake was known for his designs, clothing and a line of perfumes. Nitish Kumar takes oath as Bihar CM for the 8th time, Tejashwi Yadav becomes deputy Nitish Kumar, leader of Janata Dal (United) (JD-U), took oath as Bihar’s chief minister on Wednesday (August 10) for the eight time after announcing a new ‘grand alliance’ with Tejashwi Yadav’s Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and other opposition parties. Donald Trump refuses to answer questions in NY investigation Former US President Donald Trump has said that he declined to answer questions while appearing under oath in a New York state attorney general's civil probe into alleged fraud at his family business. China's landmark #MeToo case against state TV host returns to court: Report While the case of Zhou, now 29, inspired many others to share their experiences of sexual assault publicly and sparked a social media storm, a court ruled last year there was insufficient evidence to back her allegation.

Top 10 news: Thirteen killed in Russian strikes near Zaporizhzhia plant, and more

China has confirmed 35 human infections of the zoonotic Langya virus (LayV).&nbsp;The Taipei CDC issued a precautionary alert, advising people to closely monitor the virus news. Meanwhile, shocking her fans, Serena Williams has said that she will retire from tennis after the US Open, which begins August 29. The 40-year-old now wants to focus on being a mother and her spiritual goals.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/beijing-shanghai-hainan-hk-macau-tibet-covid-outbreaks-lockdowns-mass-tests-expose-china-policy-fail-505221">COVID-19 outbreaks, lockdowns, mass tests expose China policy fail</a>

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Infections in Beijing to Shanghai, Hainan, Macau, Xinjiang and many places in between, and the mass testing and rolling lockdowns are exposing China's zero-Covid policy's failure. It begs the questions: Are vaccination numbers reported by China accurate, and are Chinese-made vaccines like Sinovac inefficient?

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/what-is-lagnya-the-fresh-zoonotic-virus-outbreak-that-infected-35-people-in-china-505187">What is Langya, the fresh zoonotic virus outbreak that infected 35 people in China?</a>

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On August 8, China confirmed 35 human infections of the zoonotic Langya virus (LayV). The cases were discovered in the provinces of Shandong and Henan on the Chinese mainland, according to information from the Taiwan Center for Disease Control (TCDC).&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-begins-live-fire-military-exercise-to-deter-potential-chinese-invasion-505011">Taiwanese foreign minister says China conducting drills to prepare for invasion</a>

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Taiwanese foreign minister Joseph Wu on Tuesday accused China of using air and sea drills encircling the island to prepare for an invasion and to change the status quo in the Asia-Pacific region.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trumps-mar-a-lago-home-raided-by-fbi-505000">Donald Trump's Mar-A-Lago home raided by FBI</a>

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The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on Monday executed a search warrant and&nbsp;conducted a raid at former US President Donald Trump's Mar-A-Lago club and residence in Palm Beach, Florida.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-offering-100000-troops-to-help-russia-win-ukrainian-war-state-media-505028">North Korea offering 100,000 troops to help Russia win Ukrainian war: State media</a>

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According to Russian state media, North Korea has reportedly offered 100,000 "volunteer" troops to help bolster Russia’s chances of invading of Ukraine. “There are reports that 100,000 North Korean volunteers are prepared to come and take part in the conflict,” Russian defence analyst Igor Korotchenko told Russian Channel One, reports New York Post.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/former-world-no-1-serena-williams-drops-a-bomb-announces-her-retirement-505245">Former world No. 1 Serena Williams drops a bomb, announces her retirement</a>

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On Tuesday (August 09), Serena dropped a bomb and claimed she is set to retire, in her&nbsp;unique style.&nbsp;She said she is "evolving away from tennis" as she hinted at retiring from her beloved sport.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science-technology/whatsapp-to-soon-allow-users-to-hide-phone-number-from-specific-groups-505178">WhatsApp to soon allow users to hide phone number from specific groups</a>

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WhatsApp users will soon be able hide their phone numbers from selected groups with the help of a new feature in the app. According to WABetaInfo, the feature will be added to the app as part of the beta update on Android 2.22.17.23 and although it is a hidden option, the users will be able to activate it by following a few steps.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/explained-why-our-brains-are-programmed-to-keep-wanting-more-even-if-it-leads-to-unhappiness-505218">Explained: Why our brains are programmed to keep wanting more even if it leads to unhappiness</a>

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Have you ever wondered why we want something, even if it doesn't give us any happiness? The latest study, published in the journal&nbsp;PLoS Computational Biology, might have some answers.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-the-sandman-review-netflixs-dc-series-is-the-best-show-of-2022-so-far-505108">'The Sandman' review: Netflix's DC series is the best show of 2022 so far</a>

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'The Sandman', the Netflix series that is, respects his source material but the writing is thankfully not worshipful -- something that sunk Snyder's 'Watchmen'. The writers realise that the comic book series was a product of its time and some of the aspects have not aged well.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-what-is-vasculitis-the-disease-ashton-kutcher-suffered-from-505106">What is Vasculitis, the disease Ashton Kutcher was diagnosed with?</a>

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Hollywood star Ashton Kutcher recently revealed that he was diagnosed with vasculitis. Kutcher suffered from the disease two years ago and revealed how he was unable to walk, talk or hear due to the disease.&nbsp; 
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China has confirmed 35 human infections of the zoonotic Langya virus (LayV). The Taipei CDC issued a precautionary alert, advising people to closely monitor the virus news.

China has confirmed 35 human infections of the zoonotic Langya virus (LayV). The Taipei CDC issued a precautionary alert, advising people to closely monitor the virus news. Meanwhile, shocking her fans, Serena Williams has said that she will retire from tennis after the US Open, which begins August 29. The 40-year-old now wants to focus on being a mother and her spiritual goals. Click on the headlines to read more: COVID-19 outbreaks, lockdowns, mass tests expose China policy fail Infections in Beijing to Shanghai, Hainan, Macau, Xinjiang and many places in between, and the mass testing and rolling lockdowns are exposing China's zero-Covid policy's failure. It begs the questions: Are vaccination numbers reported by China accurate, and are Chinese-made vaccines like Sinovac inefficient? What is Langya, the fresh zoonotic virus outbreak that infected 35 people in China? On August 8, China confirmed 35 human infections of the zoonotic Langya virus (LayV). The cases were discovered in the provinces of Shandong and Henan on the Chinese mainland, according to information from the Taiwan Center for Disease Control (TCDC). Taiwanese foreign minister says China conducting drills to prepare for invasion Taiwanese foreign minister Joseph Wu on Tuesday accused China of using air and sea drills encircling the island to prepare for an invasion and to change the status quo in the Asia-Pacific region. Donald Trump's Mar-A-Lago home raided by FBI The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on Monday executed a search warrant and conducted a raid at former US President Donald Trump's Mar-A-Lago club and residence in Palm Beach, Florida. North Korea offering 100,000 troops to help Russia win Ukrainian war: State media According to Russian state media, North Korea has reportedly offered 100,000 "volunteer" troops to help bolster Russia’s chances of invading of Ukraine. “There are reports that 100,000 North Korean volunteers are prepared to come and take part in the conflict,” Russian defence analyst Igor Korotchenko told Russian Channel One, reports New York Post. Former world No. 1 Serena Williams drops a bomb, announces her retirement On Tuesday (August 09), Serena dropped a bomb and claimed she is set to retire, in her unique style. She said she is "evolving away from tennis" as she hinted at retiring from her beloved sport. WhatsApp to soon allow users to hide phone number from specific groups WhatsApp users will soon be able hide their phone numbers from selected groups with the help of a new feature in the app. According to WABetaInfo, the feature will be added to the app as part of the beta update on Android 2.22.17.23 and although it is a hidden option, the users will be able to activate it by following a few steps. Explained: Why our brains are programmed to keep wanting more even if it leads to unhappiness Have you ever wondered why we want something, even if it doesn't give us any happiness? The latest study, published in the journal PLoS Computational Biology, might have some answers. 'The Sandman' review: Netflix's DC series is the best show of 2022 so far 'The Sandman', the Netflix series that is, respects his source material but the writing is thankfully not worshipful -- something that sunk Snyder's 'Watchmen'. The writers realise that the comic book series was a product of its time and some of the aspects have not aged well. What is Vasculitis, the disease Ashton Kutcher was diagnosed with? Hollywood star Ashton Kutcher recently revealed that he was diagnosed with vasculitis. Kutcher suffered from the disease two years ago and revealed how he was unable to walk, talk or hear due to the disease.

Top 10 news: Another zoonotic virus emerges in China, Serena Williams talks retirement, and more

The final two candidates to take over for Boris Johnson have received the support of Conservative MPs. Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak go to the final two, but Penny Mordaunt is eliminated. In other news, Sri Lankan Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe won the presidential elections conducted on Thursday after Gotabaya Rajapaksa fled abroad amidst intense agitation over the economic crisis.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-politics-live-updates-voting-open-in-latest-round-of-tory-leadership-race-498410">LIVE UK Tory leadership race: Rishi Sunak and Liz Truss make final two</a>

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Truss received 113 votes, Mordaunt 105, and Sunak 137. 160,000 Tory Party members will vote for the final two, with the results expected on September 5. Sunak won the previous round, followed by Mordaunt in second and Truss in third.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-turkish-president-erdogan-keeps-vladimir-putin-waiting-ahead-of-talks-in-iran-499178">Watch: Turkish President Erdogan keeps Vladimir Putin waiting ahead of talks in Iran</a>

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During talks in Tehran on Tuesday (July 19), Russian President Vladimir Putin was kept awkwardly waiting for his Turkish counterpart, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, to arrive.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/ranil-wickremesinghe-declared-sri-lankas-new-president-499086">Ranil Wickremesinghe declared Sri Lanka’s new president&nbsp; </a>

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Wickremesinghe received the highest 134 votes and was declared the 8th executive president of Sri Lanka. His rivals Dullas Alahaperuma and Anurakumara Dossanayake got 82 and 3 votes, respectively.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/sidhu-moose-wala-murder-case-two-suspects-shot-down-by-punjab-police-in-encounter-499151">Sidhu Moose Wala murder case: Two suspects shot dead by Punjab Police in encounter</a>

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The duo - Manpreet Singh also known as Mannu Kusa and Jagroop Singh Roopa – were killed by the police in Hoshiar Nagar village near the Attari border, according to a report on News18.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/rishi-sunak-on-course-to-be-11th-indian-origin-head-of-state-join-6-still-reigning-499136">Rishi Sunak could become 11th Indian-origin leader in the world, joining 6 in office</a>

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Since the beginning of the current Tory leadership race, Rishi Sunak has been in the lead. If he is chosen as prime minister, the UK will become the 11nth nation where someone of Indian descent has held the position.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/exclusive-i-went-to-wimbledon-as-a-kid-with-parents-never-dreamed-of-actually-winning-it-matthew-ebden-499134">Exclusive! I went to Wimbledon as a kid with parents, never dreamed of actually winning it: Matthew Ebden</a>

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Ebden and his partner Max Purcell defeated defending champions Nikola Mektic and Mate Pavic in the final to lift the elusive trophy for the first time in their respective careers.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-after-aryan-khan-trolled-for-partying-in-mumbai-nightclub-srk-fans-say-leave-the-poor-guy-alone-499058">After Aryan Khan trolled for partying in Mumbai nightclub, SRK fans say 'Leave the poor guy alone'</a>

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Bollywood superstar and entrepreneur Shah Rukh Khan's son Aryan Khan was spotted partying in a Mumbai nightclub, and videos of him have gone viral on social media sites.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/in-pics-worlds-most-and-least-powerful-passports-499183">GALLERY | World's most and least powerful passports</a>

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The list published by the Henley Passport Index showed that the countries with the most powerful passports in the world continue to provide visa-free access to over 190 countries while Middle Eastern countries still have the weakest passports.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukrainian-forces-badly-damage-key-bridge-in-kherson-region-amid-ongoing-conflict-499194">Ukrainian forces 'badly damage' key bridge in Kherson region amid conflict</a>

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Kirill Stremousov, deputy head of the Russia-backed temporary administration for the southern Kherson region, told Associated Press that the Ukrainian forces massively damaged the Antonivskyi Bridge with missiles.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/how-powerful-is-the-indian-passport-indians-get-visa-free-access-to-these-60-countries-499204">How powerful is Indian passport? Indians get visa-free access to 60 countries</a>

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The 87th-ranked Indian passport offers simple entry to 60 nations. The reopening of international travel has aided in the resilience of passports.

The final two candidates to take over for Boris Johnson have received the support of Conservative MPs. Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak go to the final two, but Penny Mordaunt is eliminated.

The final two candidates to take over for Boris Johnson have received the support of Conservative MPs. Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak go to the final two, but Penny Mordaunt is eliminated. In other news, Sri Lankan Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe won the presidential elections conducted on Thursday after Gotabaya Rajapaksa fled abroad amidst intense agitation over the economic crisis. LIVE UK Tory leadership race: Rishi Sunak and Liz Truss make final two Truss received 113 votes, Mordaunt 105, and Sunak 137. 160,000 Tory Party members will vote for the final two, with the results expected on September 5. Sunak won the previous round, followed by Mordaunt in second and Truss in third. Watch: Turkish President Erdogan keeps Vladimir Putin waiting ahead of talks in Iran During talks in Tehran on Tuesday (July 19), Russian President Vladimir Putin was kept awkwardly waiting for his Turkish counterpart, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, to arrive. Ranil Wickremesinghe declared Sri Lanka’s new president Wickremesinghe received the highest 134 votes and was declared the 8th executive president of Sri Lanka. His rivals Dullas Alahaperuma and Anurakumara Dossanayake got 82 and 3 votes, respectively. Sidhu Moose Wala murder case: Two suspects shot dead by Punjab Police in encounter The duo - Manpreet Singh also known as Mannu Kusa and Jagroop Singh Roopa – were killed by the police in Hoshiar Nagar village near the Attari border, according to a report on News18. Rishi Sunak could become 11th Indian-origin leader in the world, joining 6 in office Since the beginning of the current Tory leadership race, Rishi Sunak has been in the lead. If he is chosen as prime minister, the UK will become the 11nth nation where someone of Indian descent has held the position. Exclusive! I went to Wimbledon as a kid with parents, never dreamed of actually winning it: Matthew Ebden Ebden and his partner Max Purcell defeated defending champions Nikola Mektic and Mate Pavic in the final to lift the elusive trophy for the first time in their respective careers. After Aryan Khan trolled for partying in Mumbai nightclub, SRK fans say 'Leave the poor guy alone' Bollywood superstar and entrepreneur Shah Rukh Khan's son Aryan Khan was spotted partying in a Mumbai nightclub, and videos of him have gone viral on social media sites. GALLERY | World's most and least powerful passports The list published by the Henley Passport Index showed that the countries with the most powerful passports in the world continue to provide visa-free access to over 190 countries while Middle Eastern countries still have the weakest passports. Ukrainian forces 'badly damage' key bridge in Kherson region amid conflict Kirill Stremousov, deputy head of the Russia-backed temporary administration for the southern Kherson region, told Associated Press that the Ukrainian forces massively damaged the Antonivskyi Bridge with missiles. How powerful is Indian passport? Indians get visa-free access to 60 countries The 87th-ranked Indian passport offers simple entry to 60 nations. The reopening of international travel has aided in the resilience of passports.

Top 10 world news: Sunak and Truss make final two in UK Tory leadership race, and more

As another candidate was eliminated to leave three contenders in the race to become the United Kingdom's new prime minister, former finance minister Rishi Sunak again topped the latest vote. In other news, Sri Lanka does have an acting President in Ranil Wickremesinghe, but parliament needs to select a president who will serve remainder of former president Gotabaya Rajapaksa's term.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-leadership-race-rishi-sunak-tops-vote-another-candidate-eliminated-498931">UK leadership race: Rishi Sunak tops vote; another candidate eliminated</a>

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With longshot candidate Kemi Badenoch trailing on 59 and therefore eliminated from the contest, Sunak garnered 118 votes. In the second place was former defence minister Penny Mordaunt on 92 followed by Foreign Secretary Liz Truss on 86.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-experiences-hottest-day-on-record-as-temperature-reaches-391c-in-surrey-498834">UK experiences hottest day on record as temperature reaches 40.2C in Heathrow</a>

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The United Kingdom has been experiencing extreme heatwaves in the past week and on Tuesday, the Met Office confirmed that the temperature rose to 40.2 Degree Celsius in Heathrow.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/three-way-fight-will-decide-who-will-be-sri-lankas-next-president-498747">Three-way fight will decide who will be Sri Lanka's next president</a>

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The winner will take charge of a bankrupt country that is in talks with the IMF for a bailout as its 22 million people endure severe shortages of food, fuel and medicines.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-visits-iran-to-meet-erdogan-raisi-on-first-trip-outside-former-soviet-union-since-ukraine-war-498848">Putin visits Iran to meet Erdogan, Raisi on first trip outside former Soviet Union since Ukraine war</a>

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Sending a strong message to the West about Moscow's plans to forge closer strategic ties, Putin's trip comes just days after US President Joe Biden visited Israel and Saudi Arabia.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/civic-group-in-nepal-submits-memo-to-government-against-chinese-encroachment-498869">Civic group in Nepal submits memo to government against Chinese encroachment</a>

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Civic group Rashtriya Ekata Abhiyan on Tuesday submitted a memorandum to Nepal’s Minister for Land Management, Cooperatives and Poverty Alleviation, Sashi Shrestha seeking its intervention in China's ongoing efforts to infringe on Nepali territory.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/one-of-the-greatest-ever-ben-stokes-responds-to-virat-kohlis-message-ahead-of-his-last-odi-for-england-498914">'One of the greatest ever': Ben Stokes responds to Virat Kohli's message ahead of his last ODI for England</a>

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Ben Stokes responded to Virat Kohli's message for him ahead of his farewell ODI for England on Tuesday (July 18). Stokes surprisingly announced his decision to retire from ODIs on Monday stating that it felt 'unsustainable' for him to continue playing in all three formats of the game.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-jennifer-lopez-gets-back-to-work-in-la-a-day-after-her-las-vegas-wedding-with-ben-affleck-498716">Jennifer Lopez gets back to work in LA a day after her Las Vegas wedding with Ben Affleck</a>

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Multi-talented superstar Jennifer Lopez is not planning to head to a honeymoon too soon. She is actually back at work as a married woman and is working hard to fulfil her professional commitment.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-farmer-files-complaint-against-god-of-rain-for-lack-of-rainfall-498879">Indian farmer files complaint against God of rain for lack of rainfall</a>

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Sumit Kumar Yadav, who hails from Jhala village, lodged his complaint with a tehsildar and it was forwarded to senior officials, according to a DNA report.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/joe-biden-mulls-declaring-climate-change-emergency-but-can-he-fight-off-his-colleagues-498760">Joe Biden mulls declaring 'Climate Change Emergency' as soon as this week</a>

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Experts associated with the matter have informed that the President may be looking to announce additional measures that can be used to combat the issue. However, the extent of legislation in the emergency or the timeline of it has not yet been decided.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/savitri-jindal-the-richest-woman-in-india-is-now-worth-177-billion-498792">Savitri Jindal, the richest woman in India, is now worth $17.7 billion</a>

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In 2020, Jindal’s net worth was around $4.8 billion but in the next two years, it has more than tripled in value. She is currently valued at $17.7 billion, according to the latest list released by Forbes.

As another candidate was eliminated to leave three contenders in the race to become the United Kingdom's new prime minister, former finance minister Rishi Sunak again topped the latest vote.

As another candidate was eliminated to leave three contenders in the race to become the United Kingdom's new prime minister, former finance minister Rishi Sunak again topped the latest vote. In other news, Sri Lanka does have an acting President in Ranil Wickremesinghe, but parliament needs to select a president who will serve remainder of former president Gotabaya Rajapaksa's term. UK leadership race: Rishi Sunak tops vote; another candidate eliminated With longshot candidate Kemi Badenoch trailing on 59 and therefore eliminated from the contest, Sunak garnered 118 votes. In the second place was former defence minister Penny Mordaunt on 92 followed by Foreign Secretary Liz Truss on 86. UK experiences hottest day on record as temperature reaches 40.2C in Heathrow The United Kingdom has been experiencing extreme heatwaves in the past week and on Tuesday, the Met Office confirmed that the temperature rose to 40.2 Degree Celsius in Heathrow. Three-way fight will decide who will be Sri Lanka's next president The winner will take charge of a bankrupt country that is in talks with the IMF for a bailout as its 22 million people endure severe shortages of food, fuel and medicines. Putin visits Iran to meet Erdogan, Raisi on first trip outside former Soviet Union since Ukraine war Sending a strong message to the West about Moscow's plans to forge closer strategic ties, Putin's trip comes just days after US President Joe Biden visited Israel and Saudi Arabia. Civic group in Nepal submits memo to government against Chinese encroachment Civic group Rashtriya Ekata Abhiyan on Tuesday submitted a memorandum to Nepal’s Minister for Land Management, Cooperatives and Poverty Alleviation, Sashi Shrestha seeking its intervention in China's ongoing efforts to infringe on Nepali territory. 'One of the greatest ever': Ben Stokes responds to Virat Kohli's message ahead of his last ODI for England Ben Stokes responded to Virat Kohli's message for him ahead of his farewell ODI for England on Tuesday (July 18). Stokes surprisingly announced his decision to retire from ODIs on Monday stating that it felt 'unsustainable' for him to continue playing in all three formats of the game. Jennifer Lopez gets back to work in LA a day after her Las Vegas wedding with Ben Affleck Multi-talented superstar Jennifer Lopez is not planning to head to a honeymoon too soon. She is actually back at work as a married woman and is working hard to fulfil her professional commitment. Indian farmer files complaint against God of rain for lack of rainfall Sumit Kumar Yadav, who hails from Jhala village, lodged his complaint with a tehsildar and it was forwarded to senior officials, according to a DNA report. Joe Biden mulls declaring 'Climate Change Emergency' as soon as this week Experts associated with the matter have informed that the President may be looking to announce additional measures that can be used to combat the issue. However, the extent of legislation in the emergency or the timeline of it has not yet been decided. Savitri Jindal, the richest woman in India, is now worth $17.7 billion In 2020, Jindal’s net worth was around $4.8 billion but in the next two years, it has more than tripled in value. She is currently valued at $17.7 billion, according to the latest list released by Forbes.

Top 10 world news: Rishi Sunak leads in UK leadership race, and more

Eight members on board a cargo plane died after the aircraft crashed near Kavala city in northeastern Greece. According to Greek state broadcaster ERT, the plane, Antonov An-12, was carrying weapons, including mines, to Bangladesh. In other news, an Indian airlines flight, IndiGo, travelling from Sharjah, UAE, to India's Hyderabad city had to divert to Pakistan’s Karachi after the pilot reported a technical defect.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cargo-plane-carrying-12-tonne-hazardous-material-crashes-in-greece-residents-told-to-stay-indoors-498155">Cargo plane carrying 12-tonne ‘hazardous material’ crashes in Greece, 8 dead</a>

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Local residents noticed the plane descending while on fire at about 22:45 local time (19.45 GMT), reports BBC. According to local reports, the aircraft, which was being operated by a Ukraine-based company, was carrying a 12-tonne cargo—described as potentially dangerous.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/another-indian-plane-diverted-to-karachi-over-technical-defect-passengers-aboard-indigo-fight-safe-498118">Another Indian plane diverted to Karachi over technical defect</a>

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In a statement, the airlines said that the plane made a precautionary landing in Karachi and all the passengers are safe. According to sources from Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority, the right engine of the aircraft had failed.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-will-take-more-aggressive-stance-in-ukraine-says-defence-minister-sergei-shoigu-498178">Russia will take more aggressive stance in Ukraine war, says defence minister</a>

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Taking a more aggressive stance in the ongoing Ukraine invasion, Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu has ordered his forces to intensify attacks “in all operational sectors” of the war.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nine-people-killed-in-separate-shooting-incidents-in-south-africa-police-say-498232">Nine people killed in separate shooting incidents in South Africa, police say</a>

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South Africa saw a spree of violence on Saturday that ended up claiming nine lives in separate shooting incidents across two provinces. Police said that four people were killed while two were injured at the Thembelihle informal settlement in the Gauteng province.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/britain-prepares-for-temperatures-hotter-than-the-sahara-desert-498176">Britain prepares for temperatures 'hotter' than the Sahara Desert</a>

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As a summer heatwave wreaks havoc on forests across southwest Europe, showing no signs of abating on Sunday, parts of the continent are bracing for new temperature records early next week.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/bcci-had-rs-40-cr-in-bank-when-i-joined-and-rs-47680-cr-when-i-was-banned-claims-lalit-modi-498210">BCCI had Rs 400 million in bank when I joined and Rs 476.8 billion when I was banned, claims Lalit Modi</a>

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Lalit Modi has made a bold claim stating that he helped the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) grow its wealth by multiple folds with the help of the launch of the Indian Premier League (IPL) back in 2008.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-katrina-kaifs-bday-pics-spark-dating-rumours-of-ileana-dcruz--model-sebastian-laurent-michel-498188">Katrina Kaif's b'day pics spark dating rumours of Ileana D'Cruz &amp; model Sebastian Laurent Michel</a>

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The picture shared by Ileana also featured Katrina's brother and model, Sebastian Laurent Michel. He visited Mumbai and Rajasthan last year to attend his sister's wedding. He resides in London, UK.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/max-the-marine-dog-who-tracked-down-infamous-drug-lord-rafael-caro-quintero-498242">'Max' - The Marine dog who tracked down infamous drug lord Rafael Caro Quintero</a>

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While the operation was conducted by the Mexican Navy, the biggest hero of the entire mission was a six-year-old canine called Max. The female bloodhound is a part of the Mexican Marines and Max was credited by the authorities with tracking and finding Quintero in the bushes near San Simon.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/alarmed-over-haiti-gang-violence-un-security-council-bars-sale-of-small-arms-498194">UN Security Council ‘alarmed’ over Haiti violence, bars sale of small arms</a>

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The resolution, proposed by Mexico and the US on Friday, calls on UN member states to prohibit the sale of small arms, light weapons and ammunition to what it calls "non-state actors". China had proposed a full embargo on weapon sales, but it was rejected.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-administers-two-billion-covid-19-doses-achieves-a-milestone-498139">India administers two billion COVID-19 doses, achieves a milestone</a>

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India's ambitious mass vaccination program hit a major milestone on Sunday (July 17). Reportedly, according to Ministry of Health and Family Welfare data, India's cumulative COVID-19 vaccination coverage breached the two billion mark. 14,800 sites conducting vaccinations on Sunday helped reach the landmark.

Eight members on board a cargo plane died after the aircraft crashed near Kavala city in northeastern Greece. According to Greek state broadcaster ERT, the plane, Antonov An-12, was carrying weapons, including mines, to Bangladesh.

Eight members on board a cargo plane died after the aircraft crashed near Kavala city in northeastern Greece. According to Greek state broadcaster ERT, the plane, Antonov An-12, was carrying weapons, including mines, to Bangladesh. In other news, an Indian airlines flight, IndiGo, travelling from Sharjah, UAE, to India's Hyderabad city had to divert to Pakistan’s Karachi after the pilot reported a technical defect. Cargo plane carrying 12-tonne ‘hazardous material’ crashes in Greece, 8 dead Local residents noticed the plane descending while on fire at about 22:45 local time (19.45 GMT), reports BBC. According to local reports, the aircraft, which was being operated by a Ukraine-based company, was carrying a 12-tonne cargo—described as potentially dangerous. Another Indian plane diverted to Karachi over technical defect In a statement, the airlines said that the plane made a precautionary landing in Karachi and all the passengers are safe. According to sources from Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority, the right engine of the aircraft had failed. Russia will take more aggressive stance in Ukraine war, says defence minister Taking a more aggressive stance in the ongoing Ukraine invasion, Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu has ordered his forces to intensify attacks “in all operational sectors” of the war. Nine people killed in separate shooting incidents in South Africa, police say South Africa saw a spree of violence on Saturday that ended up claiming nine lives in separate shooting incidents across two provinces. Police said that four people were killed while two were injured at the Thembelihle informal settlement in the Gauteng province. Britain prepares for temperatures 'hotter' than the Sahara Desert As a summer heatwave wreaks havoc on forests across southwest Europe, showing no signs of abating on Sunday, parts of the continent are bracing for new temperature records early next week. BCCI had Rs 400 million in bank when I joined and Rs 476.8 billion when I was banned, claims Lalit Modi Lalit Modi has made a bold claim stating that he helped the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) grow its wealth by multiple folds with the help of the launch of the Indian Premier League (IPL) back in 2008. Katrina Kaif's b'day pics spark dating rumours of Ileana D'Cruz & model Sebastian Laurent Michel The picture shared by Ileana also featured Katrina's brother and model, Sebastian Laurent Michel. He visited Mumbai and Rajasthan last year to attend his sister's wedding. He resides in London, UK. 'Max' - The Marine dog who tracked down infamous drug lord Rafael Caro Quintero While the operation was conducted by the Mexican Navy, the biggest hero of the entire mission was a six-year-old canine called Max. The female bloodhound is a part of the Mexican Marines and Max was credited by the authorities with tracking and finding Quintero in the bushes near San Simon. UN Security Council ‘alarmed’ over Haiti violence, bars sale of small arms The resolution, proposed by Mexico and the US on Friday, calls on UN member states to prohibit the sale of small arms, light weapons and ammunition to what it calls "non-state actors". China had proposed a full embargo on weapon sales, but it was rejected. India administers two billion COVID-19 doses, achieves a milestone India's ambitious mass vaccination program hit a major milestone on Sunday (July 17). Reportedly, according to Ministry of Health and Family Welfare data, India's cumulative COVID-19 vaccination coverage breached the two billion mark. 14,800 sites conducting vaccinations on Sunday helped reach the landmark.

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Sri Lanka's Parliament held a special session on Saturday to start the process of electing a new president on July 20 following the resignation of Gotabaya Rajapaksa, with four contenders, including acting President Ranil Wickremesinghe joining the race to head the next government that has the arduous task to revive the country's bankrupt economy. In other news, United States President Joe Biden extended an invitation to his counterpart from the United Arab Emirates - Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan – to visit the White House.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/sri-lanka-crisis-live-parliament-to-convene-today-president-to-be-elected-on-july-20-497843">Sri Lanka crisis LIVE: Colombo in talks with Russia for supply of fuel</a>

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Sri Lanka's Acting President Ranil Wickremesinghe has decided to implement an urgent relief programme to provide fuel, gas and essential food items to the public who are struggling due to the economic turmoil.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/joe-biden-formally-invites-uae-president-to-the-united-states-498003">Joe Biden formally invites UAE President to the United States</a>

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The two world leaders met during the Arab Summit in Saudi Arabia and Biden said that he hopes Sheikh Mohamed will visit the US this year as he looks forward “to another period of strong and growing cooperation”.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/xi-jinping-says-that-islam-in-beijing-must-be-chinese-in-orientation-498073">Xi Jinping says that Islam in Beijing must be Chinese in orientation</a>

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Highlighting that religions in the country should adapt to the socialist society being pursued by the ruling Communist Party of China, President Xi Jinping has said that Islam in China must be Chinese in orientation.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-crisis-russia-wants-to-purchase-attack-capable-drones-from-iran-498004">Ukraine crisis: Russia wants to purchase attack-capable drones from Iran</a>

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US national security advisor Jake Sullivan has said that Russian officials visited an airfield in Iran recently to view attack-capable drones. According to him, ''To our knowledge, this is the first time a Russian delegation has visited this airfield for such a showcase.''

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/234-dead-thousands-trapped-without-food-water-or-fuel-haiti-descends-into-chaos-and-anarchy-498066">234 dead, thousands trapped without food, water or fuel; Haiti descends into chaos and anarchy</a>

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Brutal gang violence, fuel shortages and soaring food commodity prices have brought the capital city of Port-au-Prince in Haiti to a halt. According to United Nations estimates, approximately 234 people have lost their lives or got hurt in the violence.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-would-like-about-anything-new-book-quotes-former-white-house-strategist-497970">Donald Trump 'would lie about anything', new book quotes former White House strategist</a>

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A new book claims that former White House strategist and a major Trump ally Steve Bannon told aides that the former president lies from time to time “in order to win whatever exchange he [is] having at that moment”.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/virat-kohli-responds-to-babar-azams-stay-strong-tweet-amid-his-lean-patch-for-team-india-497999">Virat Kohli responds to Babar Azam's tweet after Pakistan skipper lends support amid his lean patch</a>

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Senior India batter Virat Kohli acknowledged Pakistan captain Babar Azam's tweet extending support to him amid his ongoing lean patch for Team India. Kohli thanked Babar for his message and wished him to 'keep shining and rising' after he tweeted out to lend support to the Indian superstar.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-thanos-idiotic-plan-and-other-things-that-make-absolutely-no-sense-in-marvel-movies-498039">Six things that make absolutely NO sense in Marvel movies</a>

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The Marvel Cinematic Universe is by far the biggest cinematic brand in the world. These movies (and now shows) have dominated the global film landscape so authoritatively for almost a decade-and-a-half that it is now considered too big to fail.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/california-first-of-its-kind-proposal-will-no-longer-let-parents-sue-social-media-companies-497982">California: First-of-its-kind proposal will no longer let parents sue social media companies</a>

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Parents who sued popular platforms like Instagram and TikTok for harming children who have become addicted to their products will no longer be able to do so in California after the introduction of the first-of-its-kind proposal in its legislature.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/fighting-between-two-mainstream-political-parties-is-not-in-best-interest-of-pakistan-maryam-nawaz-498044">PML-N leader Maryam Nawaz offers 'hand of friendship' to Imran Khan's party</a>

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Maryam Nawaz, leader of the Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz), has said that fighting between the two mainstream political parties is not in the best interest of Pakistan.

Sri Lanka's Parliament held a special session on Saturday to start the process of electing a new president on July 20 following the resignation of Gotabaya Rajapaksa, with four contenders, including acting President Ranil Wickremesinghe joining the race to head the next government that has the arduous task to revive the country's bankrupt economy.

Sri Lanka's Parliament held a special session on Saturday to start the process of electing a new president on July 20 following the resignation of Gotabaya Rajapaksa, with four contenders, including acting President Ranil Wickremesinghe joining the race to head the next government that has the arduous task to revive the country's bankrupt economy. In other news, United States President Joe Biden extended an invitation to his counterpart from the United Arab Emirates - Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan – to visit the White House. Sri Lanka crisis LIVE: Colombo in talks with Russia for supply of fuel Sri Lanka's Acting President Ranil Wickremesinghe has decided to implement an urgent relief programme to provide fuel, gas and essential food items to the public who are struggling due to the economic turmoil. Joe Biden formally invites UAE President to the United States The two world leaders met during the Arab Summit in Saudi Arabia and Biden said that he hopes Sheikh Mohamed will visit the US this year as he looks forward “to another period of strong and growing cooperation”. Xi Jinping says that Islam in Beijing must be Chinese in orientation Highlighting that religions in the country should adapt to the socialist society being pursued by the ruling Communist Party of China, President Xi Jinping has said that Islam in China must be Chinese in orientation. Ukraine crisis: Russia wants to purchase attack-capable drones from Iran US national security advisor Jake Sullivan has said that Russian officials visited an airfield in Iran recently to view attack-capable drones. According to him, ''To our knowledge, this is the first time a Russian delegation has visited this airfield for such a showcase.'' 234 dead, thousands trapped without food, water or fuel; Haiti descends into chaos and anarchy Brutal gang violence, fuel shortages and soaring food commodity prices have brought the capital city of Port-au-Prince in Haiti to a halt. According to United Nations estimates, approximately 234 people have lost their lives or got hurt in the violence. Donald Trump 'would lie about anything', new book quotes former White House strategist A new book claims that former White House strategist and a major Trump ally Steve Bannon told aides that the former president lies from time to time “in order to win whatever exchange he [is] having at that moment”. Virat Kohli responds to Babar Azam's tweet after Pakistan skipper lends support amid his lean patch Senior India batter Virat Kohli acknowledged Pakistan captain Babar Azam's tweet extending support to him amid his ongoing lean patch for Team India. Kohli thanked Babar for his message and wished him to 'keep shining and rising' after he tweeted out to lend support to the Indian superstar. Six things that make absolutely NO sense in Marvel movies The Marvel Cinematic Universe is by far the biggest cinematic brand in the world. These movies (and now shows) have dominated the global film landscape so authoritatively for almost a decade-and-a-half that it is now considered too big to fail. California: First-of-its-kind proposal will no longer let parents sue social media companies Parents who sued popular platforms like Instagram and TikTok for harming children who have become addicted to their products will no longer be able to do so in California after the introduction of the first-of-its-kind proposal in its legislature. PML-N leader Maryam Nawaz offers 'hand of friendship' to Imran Khan's party Maryam Nawaz, leader of the Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz), has said that fighting between the two mainstream political parties is not in the best interest of Pakistan.

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Now is not the time for negotiations with Russia, Zelensky has told G7 leaders.&nbsp;With legalisation of cannabis, psychological problems, suicides have increased, said UN.&nbsp;Qatar steps in to hold informal nuclear talks between Iran and US, said reports.&nbsp;Sanctions-hit Russia has called&nbsp;reports of loan default a 'farce'.&nbsp;Viruses can stay alive in fresh water for three days by attaching to microplastics, said study. In Afghanistan quake, dog comes to departed owner's house and cries each day.&nbsp;Tokyo residents have been told to conserve energy or face power cuts as heatwave worsens.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/now-is-not-the-time-for-negotiations-with-russia-zelensky-to-g7-countries-492242">Now is not the time for negotiations with Russia, Zelensky to G7 countries</a>

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Amid the war in Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky told G7 nations "now is not the time for negotiations" referring to Russia.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/legalisation-of-marijuana-increases-consumption-and-resulting-psychological-problems-and-suicides-un-report-492200">With legalisation of cannabis, psychological problems, suicides increased: UN</a>

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United Nations' annual World Drug Report is here and it tells a story about cannabis that was pretty much expected. The legalisation of non-medical use of cannabis has significantly increased the regular use of the drug.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/qatar-steps-in-to-hold-informal-nuclear-talks-between-iran-and-us-reports-492341">Qatar steps in to hold informal nuclear talks between Iran and US: Reports</a>

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As per a Reuters report quoting Iranian media, in a bid to break the months-long impasse in negotiations to reinstate the 2015 nuclear pact, Qatar will now host indirect talks between Iran and the United States.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sanctions-hit-russia-calls-reports-of-loan-default-a-farce-492251">Sanctions-hit Russia calls reports of loan default a 'farce'</a>

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On Monday, sanctions-hit Russia acknowledged that two of its debt payments had not reached the creditors. Nonetheless, the nation denied that this amounted to default on a loan.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/brics-non-member-meeting-pak-blames-one-member-for-blocking-participation-492270">BRICS non-member meeting: Pak blames 'one member' for blocking participation</a>

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Non-members of BRICS recently attended the virtual summit which was held on June 24, however, Pakistan was absent from the "High-level Dialogue on Global Development".

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/viruses-can-stay-alive-in-fresh-water-for-three-days-by-attaching-to-microplastics-says-study-492288">Viruses can stay alive in fresh water for three days by attaching to microplastics, says study</a>

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Viruses can remain alive in fresh water for around three days by hitchhiking on plastics, said researchers. The viruses, which cause diarrhoea or stomach upsets, were found to be able to survive in water by attaching with microplastics, the experts said.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/afghanistan-quake-dog-comes-to-departed-owners-house-and-cries-each-day-492250">Afghanistan quake: Dog comes to departed owner's house and cries each day</a>

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A dog is truly a man's best friend. And this pure affection does not go away even after his owner's death. A heartbreaking story has come from earthquake-struck Afghanistan.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turn-off-lights-japanese-capital-residents-told-to-conserve-energy-or-face-power-cuts-as-heatwave-worsens-492261">Tokyo residents told to conserve energy or face power cuts as heatwave worsens</a>

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As heatwave continues to worsen, millions of residents of the Tokyo region have been told to save energy or face power cuts by the Japanese government. The capital of Japan has been witnessing record temperatures in June.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/fastag-smartwatch-scam-npci-paytm-rubbish-claims-call-viral-video-fake-492238">FASTag smartwatch scam: NPCI, Paytm rubbish claims, call viral video ‘fake’</a>

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In a clarification to a viral video on the internet alleging a ‘FASTag smartwatch scam', National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) and Paytm have said that it is “fake”.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/heres-how-chip-will-detect-early-signs-of-heart-attack-and-stroke-report-492218">A chip will detect early signs of heart attack and stroke, says report</a>

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Technological advancements in medical science help doctors and other experts to diagnose the disease at an early stage and minimise the risks. An Australia-based report suggests that a pin-prick test could pick early signs of a heart attack. &nbsp;

Now is not the time for negotiations with Russia, Zelensky has told G7 leaders. With legalisation of cannabis, psychological problems, suicides have increased, said UN.

Now is not the time for negotiations with Russia, Zelensky has told G7 leaders. With legalisation of cannabis, psychological problems, suicides have increased, said UN. Qatar steps in to hold informal nuclear talks between Iran and US, said reports. Sanctions-hit Russia has called reports of loan default a 'farce'. Viruses can stay alive in fresh water for three days by attaching to microplastics, said study. In Afghanistan quake, dog comes to departed owner's house and cries each day. Tokyo residents have been told to conserve energy or face power cuts as heatwave worsens. Now is not the time for negotiations with Russia, Zelensky to G7 countries Amid the war in Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky told G7 nations "now is not the time for negotiations" referring to Russia. With legalisation of cannabis, psychological problems, suicides increased: UN United Nations' annual World Drug Report is here and it tells a story about cannabis that was pretty much expected. The legalisation of non-medical use of cannabis has significantly increased the regular use of the drug. Qatar steps in to hold informal nuclear talks between Iran and US: Reports As per a Reuters report quoting Iranian media, in a bid to break the months-long impasse in negotiations to reinstate the 2015 nuclear pact, Qatar will now host indirect talks between Iran and the United States. Sanctions-hit Russia calls reports of loan default a 'farce' On Monday, sanctions-hit Russia acknowledged that two of its debt payments had not reached the creditors. Nonetheless, the nation denied that this amounted to default on a loan. BRICS non-member meeting: Pak blames 'one member' for blocking participation Non-members of BRICS recently attended the virtual summit which was held on June 24, however, Pakistan was absent from the "High-level Dialogue on Global Development". Viruses can stay alive in fresh water for three days by attaching to microplastics, says study Viruses can remain alive in fresh water for around three days by hitchhiking on plastics, said researchers. The viruses, which cause diarrhoea or stomach upsets, were found to be able to survive in water by attaching with microplastics, the experts said. Afghanistan quake: Dog comes to departed owner's house and cries each day A dog is truly a man's best friend. And this pure affection does not go away even after his owner's death. A heartbreaking story has come from earthquake-struck Afghanistan. Tokyo residents told to conserve energy or face power cuts as heatwave worsens As heatwave continues to worsen, millions of residents of the Tokyo region have been told to save energy or face power cuts by the Japanese government. The capital of Japan has been witnessing record temperatures in June. FASTag smartwatch scam: NPCI, Paytm rubbish claims, call viral video ‘fake’ In a clarification to a viral video on the internet alleging a ‘FASTag smartwatch scam', National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) and Paytm have said that it is “fake”. A chip will detect early signs of heart attack and stroke, says report Technological advancements in medical science help doctors and other experts to diagnose the disease at an early stage and minimise the risks. An Australia-based report suggests that a pin-prick test could pick early signs of a heart attack.

Top 10 world news: Not the time to negotiate with Russia, Zelensky tells G7, and more

US President Joe Biden on Saturday (June 25) signed the country's first significant federal bill on gun safety in decades. In other news, the shooting near a gay bar in Oslo, Norway is being treated as “an act of Islamist terrorism”, the country’s domestic intelligence service PST said in their statement.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-signs-first-significant-us-gun-control-law-in-decades-says-it-will-save-lives-491781">Biden signs first significant US gun control law in decades</a>

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Millions of dollars have also been set aside in the new legislation to combat gun trafficking and crack down on "straw purchasers" who buy weapons for people who aren't allowed to own them.

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The Roe v Wade ruling on Friday has shed light on abortion laws in other nations, notably India, where abortion has been permitted under certain conditions for the past 50 years.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/oslo-shooting-being-treated-as-act-of-islamist-terrorism-says-norwegian-authorities-491783">Oslo shooting being treated as 'act of Islamist terrorism', says authorities</a>

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PST's chief Roger Berg also said in a press conference that the suspect had " a long history of violence and threats" and he was being monitored by the authorities "since 2015 in connection with concerns about his radicalisation".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-nuclear-talks-with-united-states-to-resume-soon-says-eus-foreign-policy-chief-491767">Iran-US nuclear talks to resume soon, says EU’s foreign policy chief</a>

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Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian told a joint news conference with the EU's foreign policy chief in Tehran that Iran's indirect talks with the United States on reviving the 2015 nuclear pact will resume soon.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/contraception-lgbtq-rights-us-supreme-court-hints-at-next-possible-targets-491704">Contraception, LGBTQ rights: US Supreme Court hints at next possible targets</a>

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According to the ruling, justice Clarence Thomas suggested that in the future, the Supreme Court can be looking into issues like contraception access, marriage equality and even LGBTQ rights.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-sharon-stone-lost-9-kids-due-to-miscarriages-pens-powerful-note-after-abortion-rights-ruling-491569">Sharon Stone 'lost 9 kids' due to miscarriages, pens powerful note after abortion rights ruling</a>

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She revealed that she has suffered nine miscarriages till date and that it isn't easy for any woman to go through the harrowing experience

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-virat-kohli-confronts-fan-for-making-fun-of-young-kamlesh-nagarkoti-during-indias-warm-up-match-491741">WATCH: Kohli confronts fan for making fun of young Nagarkoti during India's warm-up match</a>

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In a video which has now gone viral on social media, Kohli can be seen confronting the fan for troubling Nagarkoti on Day 2 of the warm-up match.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pakistan-asks-vice-chancellors-to-promote-consumption-of-local-drinks-491678">Ditch tea, drink lassi: Pakistan education body wants to promote local drinks</a>

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In order to cut down the consumption of tea in the country, Higher Education Commission (HEC) in Pakistan has now asked vice-chancellors to promote the consumption of local drinks such as 'lassi' and 'sattu'.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/following-overturning-of-roe-v-wade-google-offers-relocation-to-its-employees-491723">Following overturning of Roe v Wade, Google offers 'relocation' to employees</a>

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With the United States Supreme Court rolling back Roe v Wade in its recent Dobbs v. Jackson decision, many companies like Disney and Meta in the US have stepped forward seeking to help their female employees.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/sri-lanka-limits-forex-possession-by-citizens-to-support-diminishing-reserves-491733">Sri Lanka limits forex possession by citizens to support diminishing reserves</a>

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Sri Lanka is facing their worst economic crisis since gaining independence in 1948 and the government has been trying to implement a number of measures to improve the situation.

US President Joe Biden on Saturday (June 25) signed the country's first significant federal bill on gun safety in decades. In other news, the shooting near a gay bar in Oslo, Norway is being treated as “an act of Islamist terrorism”, the country’s domestic intelligence service PST said in their statement.

US President Joe Biden on Saturday (June 25) signed the country's first significant federal bill on gun safety in decades. In other news, the shooting near a gay bar in Oslo, Norway is being treated as “an act of Islamist terrorism”, the country’s domestic intelligence service PST said in their statement. Biden signs first significant US gun control law in decades Millions of dollars have also been set aside in the new legislation to combat gun trafficking and crack down on "straw purchasers" who buy weapons for people who aren't allowed to own them. India's abortion laws far clearer and better than US The Roe v Wade ruling on Friday has shed light on abortion laws in other nations, notably India, where abortion has been permitted under certain conditions for the past 50 years. Oslo shooting being treated as 'act of Islamist terrorism', says authorities PST's chief Roger Berg also said in a press conference that the suspect had " a long history of violence and threats" and he was being monitored by the authorities "since 2015 in connection with concerns about his radicalisation". Iran-US nuclear talks to resume soon, says EU’s foreign policy chief Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian told a joint news conference with the EU's foreign policy chief in Tehran that Iran's indirect talks with the United States on reviving the 2015 nuclear pact will resume soon. Contraception, LGBTQ rights: US Supreme Court hints at next possible targets According to the ruling, justice Clarence Thomas suggested that in the future, the Supreme Court can be looking into issues like contraception access, marriage equality and even LGBTQ rights. Sharon Stone 'lost 9 kids' due to miscarriages, pens powerful note after abortion rights ruling She revealed that she has suffered nine miscarriages till date and that it isn't easy for any woman to go through the harrowing experience WATCH: Kohli confronts fan for making fun of young Nagarkoti during India's warm-up match In a video which has now gone viral on social media, Kohli can be seen confronting the fan for troubling Nagarkoti on Day 2 of the warm-up match. Ditch tea, drink lassi: Pakistan education body wants to promote local drinks In order to cut down the consumption of tea in the country, Higher Education Commission (HEC) in Pakistan has now asked vice-chancellors to promote the consumption of local drinks such as 'lassi' and 'sattu'. Following overturning of Roe v Wade, Google offers 'relocation' to employees With the United States Supreme Court rolling back Roe v Wade in its recent Dobbs v. Jackson decision, many companies like Disney and Meta in the US have stepped forward seeking to help their female employees. Sri Lanka limits forex possession by citizens to support diminishing reserves Sri Lanka is facing their worst economic crisis since gaining independence in 1948 and the government has been trying to implement a number of measures to improve the situation.

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It would be "very serious" if it enacted a new law to unilaterally change part of a Brexit deal to try to ease trade with Northern Ireland, according to Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin. In other news, following a landslide electoral victory despite her father’s human rights record that saw thousands of drug suspects gunned down, outgoing Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte's daughter Sara took her oath Sunday as vice president.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/were-in-a-very-serious-situation-irish-pm-martin-warns-uk-over-its-north-ireland-law-489671">Irish PM Micheal Martin warns UK over its North Ireland law</a>

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Urging the British government to resume talks about the protocol, Martin said that there were issues around the trade rules that should be addressed by “substantive negotiations” between the UK and the European Union.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/rodrigo-dutertes-daughter-sara-takes-oath-as-philippine-vice-president-489722">Rodrigo Duterte's daughter Sara takes oath as Philippines vice president</a>

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Sara’s running mate, President-elect Ferdinand Marcos Junior, the son and namesake of the disgraced dictator driven from power in a 1986 uprising, will take his oath in Manila on June 30.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sri-lankan-military-opens-fire-to-contain-unrest-over-fuel-crisis-489724">Sri Lankan military open fire to contain unrest over fuel crisis</a>

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According to Sri Lanka government officials, the incident took place in Visuvamadu, 365km (228 miles) north of Colombo as the crowd pelted stones at the guards who were present at the station.&nbsp;

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Bitcoin plunged below $20,000 on Saturday, shedding nine percent from the previous day to fall to $18,740, its lowest level since December 13, 2020.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/should-be-mandatory-for-every-ipl-franchise-to-have-a-womens-team-lalit-modi-489604">Should be mandatory for every IPL franchise to have a women's team: Lalit Modi</a>

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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is likely to launch a Women's Indian Premier League (IPL) the next year. BCCI secretary Jay Shah had recently said the project is close to his heart and the valuation of the tournament will shock many when it gets underway next year.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/two-actors-on-netflix-series-the-chosen-one-killed-in-road-accident-in-mexico-wsj-489519">Netflix's 'The Chosen One': Two actors killed in a van crash in Mexico</a>

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Two actors from the Netflix series `The Chosen One` were killed, and six other cast or crew members were injured, when their van crashed near Mulege on the Baja California Sur peninsula.

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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa could face criminal charges and is already facing calls to step down over claims that he tried to cover up the theft of millions of dollars in US currency that was hidden inside furniture at his game farm.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/fans-can-now-stay-in-scooby-doo-mystery-machine-as-shaggy-himself-plays-host-489742">Fans can now stay in 'Scooby-Doo' Mystery Machine as Shaggy himself plays host</a>

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The Mystery Machine van which was used in the 2002 film is now available for rent, according to a number of media reports, and the host is none other than Matthew Lillard – the actor who played Shaggy in the movie.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/at-least-60-killed-over-6-million-marooned-as-monsoon-triggered-rain-wreaks-havoc-in-india-bangladesh-489517">60 killed, over 6mn marooned as monsoon rain lashes India, Bangladesh</a>

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More than 3 million people were affected in India’s Assam state, where at least 63 people have lost their lives so far, including eight reported dead on Saturday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/one-quarter-of-abortion-clinics-will-close-in-the-us-if-roe-v-wade-is-overturned-report-489736">'One quarter of abortion clinics to close in US if Roe v Wade is overturned'</a>

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The study, conducted by Advancing New Standards in Reproductive Health, said that more than a quarter of the 790 abortion clinics in the country – 202 clinics to be exact - will shut down in case Roe v Wade, which provides legal protection for abortion, is overturned in the near future.

It would be "very serious" if it enacted a new law to unilaterally change part of a Brexit deal to try to ease trade with Northern Ireland, according to Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin.

It would be "very serious" if it enacted a new law to unilaterally change part of a Brexit deal to try to ease trade with Northern Ireland, according to Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin. In other news, following a landslide electoral victory despite her father’s human rights record that saw thousands of drug suspects gunned down, outgoing Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte's daughter Sara took her oath Sunday as vice president. Irish PM Micheal Martin warns UK over its North Ireland law Urging the British government to resume talks about the protocol, Martin said that there were issues around the trade rules that should be addressed by “substantive negotiations” between the UK and the European Union. Rodrigo Duterte's daughter Sara takes oath as Philippines vice president Sara’s running mate, President-elect Ferdinand Marcos Junior, the son and namesake of the disgraced dictator driven from power in a 1986 uprising, will take his oath in Manila on June 30. Sri Lankan military open fire to contain unrest over fuel crisis According to Sri Lanka government officials, the incident took place in Visuvamadu, 365km (228 miles) north of Colombo as the crowd pelted stones at the guards who were present at the station. GALLERY | All you need to know about the world of crypto lending Bitcoin plunged below $20,000 on Saturday, shedding nine percent from the previous day to fall to $18,740, its lowest level since December 13, 2020. Should be mandatory for every IPL franchise to have a women's team: Lalit Modi The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is likely to launch a Women's Indian Premier League (IPL) the next year. BCCI secretary Jay Shah had recently said the project is close to his heart and the valuation of the tournament will shock many when it gets underway next year. Netflix's 'The Chosen One': Two actors killed in a van crash in Mexico Two actors from the Netflix series `The Chosen One` were killed, and six other cast or crew members were injured, when their van crashed near Mulege on the Baja California Sur peninsula. GALLERY | What is the scandal engulfing South African President Cyril Ramaphosa? South African President Cyril Ramaphosa could face criminal charges and is already facing calls to step down over claims that he tried to cover up the theft of millions of dollars in US currency that was hidden inside furniture at his game farm. Fans can now stay in 'Scooby-Doo' Mystery Machine as Shaggy himself plays host The Mystery Machine van which was used in the 2002 film is now available for rent, according to a number of media reports, and the host is none other than Matthew Lillard – the actor who played Shaggy in the movie. 60 killed, over 6mn marooned as monsoon rain lashes India, Bangladesh More than 3 million people were affected in India’s Assam state, where at least 63 people have lost their lives so far, including eight reported dead on Saturday. 'One quarter of abortion clinics to close in US if Roe v Wade is overturned' The study, conducted by Advancing New Standards in Reproductive Health, said that more than a quarter of the 790 abortion clinics in the country – 202 clinics to be exact - will shut down in case Roe v Wade, which provides legal protection for abortion, is overturned in the near future.

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A video of the first Americans captured by Russian forces since the beginning of Ukraine's invasion has been broadcasted by Russian state television. In other news, slamming a European court's intervention to stop a deportation flight to Rwanda, Britain's interior minister Priti Patel said the move was politically motivated and The European Union's executive recommended that Ukraine and Moldova become candidates for membership, a milestone in their potential path from ex-Soviet republics to developed economies in the world's largest trading bloc.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/video-of-first-americans-captured-by-russian-forces-since-ukraines-invasion-telecasted-by-russian-tv-489414">Watch | Russian TV shows videos of two US vets captured in Ukraine</a>

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Alex Drueke and Andy Huynh, two US military veterans who went missing last week while fighting in Ukraine, are from Alabama. The two soldiers are being held by Russian-backed separatist forces in the Donbass region of eastern Ukraine according to RT.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/priti-patel-criticises-european-court-ruling-on-rwanda-calls-it-politically-motivated-489461">UK slams European court ruling on Rwanda as 'politically motivated'</a>

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Following a series of legal challenges on human rights grounds, Britain's plan to send 130 asylum seekers on a one-way ticket for resettlement in Rwanda whittled down to zero.

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If the European Commission's decision is ratified as expected next week at a summit, it will be a morale boost for Kyiv and further Western snub for Russian President Vladimir Putin after his invasion of Ukraine in February.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/gurdwara-karte-parwan-in-kabul-under-terror-attack-casualties-feared-489269">Gurdwara Karte Parwan in Kabul under terror attack; at least two dead</a>

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A Sikh Gurdwara in Afghanistan's capital Kabul was targeted by many bombs and gunfire on Saturday. After the blasts, media organisations published a video of the explosions in Kabul's Karta Parwan neighbourhood and in the neighbourhood is the Karte Parwan Gurdwara.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/why-is-china-denying-hong-kong-was-a-uk-colony-489363">GALLERY | Why is China denying Hong Kong was a UK colony?</a>

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Hong Kong is preparing to introduce new middle school textbooks that will deny the Chinese territory was ever a British colony. China’s Communist rulers say the semi-autonomous city and the nearby former Portuguese colony of Macao were merely occupied by foreign powers and that China never relinquished sovereignty over them.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/dinesh-karthik-the-finisher-who-is-far-from-finished-489375">Dinesh Karthik: The finisher who is far from finished</a>

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DK is the finisher, on and off the field. He will not finish until he is part of India's flight enroute Australia for the T20 World Cup (or maybe even dream of being part of the 2023 ODI World Cup).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/french-cinema-legend-jean-louis-trintignant-dies-at-age-91-489274">French cinema legend Jean-Louis Trintignant dies at age 91</a>

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French actor Jean-Louis Trintignant, whose career was launched at the same time as Brigitte Bardot with the 1956 film "And God Created Woman" died Friday at the age of 91, his ex-wife Nadine Trintignant said.

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Alejandro Núñez Vicente's Chaise Longue Airplane Seat concept can be a gamechanger for the aviation industry as it can accommodate more people because of the double-decker design.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/vladimir-putin-forced-to-delay-keynote-speech-after-hackers-crash-internet-489384">Vladimir Putin forced to delay keynote speech after hackers crash internet</a>

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The speech from Putin did not start on time due to an issue with the connectivity at the venue and Kremlin confirmed that it was delayed by a little over 100 minutes.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/agneepath-scheme-protest-indian-government-introduces-four-big-changes-in-recruitment-process-489424">Indian government tweaks Agneepath scheme after protests intensify</a>

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The Indian government has tweaked the Agneepath scheme following massive protests all across the country. After completion of the four-year service tenure, there will be 10 per cent reservations for the ‘Agniveers’ in central government jobs.

A video of the first Americans captured by Russian forces since the beginning of Ukraine's invasion has been broadcasted by Russian state television. In other news, slamming a European court's intervention to stop a deportation flight to Rwanda, Britain's interior minister Priti Patel said the move was politically motivated and The European Union's executive recommended that Ukraine and Moldova become candidates for membership, a milestone in their potential path from ex-Soviet republics to developed economies in the world's largest trading bloc.

A video of the first Americans captured by Russian forces since the beginning of Ukraine's invasion has been broadcasted by Russian state television. In other news, slamming a European court's intervention to stop a deportation flight to Rwanda, Britain's interior minister Priti Patel said the move was politically motivated and The European Union's executive recommended that Ukraine and Moldova become candidates for membership, a milestone in their potential path from ex-Soviet republics to developed economies in the world's largest trading bloc. Watch | Russian TV shows videos of two US vets captured in Ukraine Alex Drueke and Andy Huynh, two US military veterans who went missing last week while fighting in Ukraine, are from Alabama. The two soldiers are being held by Russian-backed separatist forces in the Donbass region of eastern Ukraine according to RT. UK slams European court ruling on Rwanda as 'politically motivated' Following a series of legal challenges on human rights grounds, Britain's plan to send 130 asylum seekers on a one-way ticket for resettlement in Rwanda whittled down to zero. GALLERY | In pics-Which are EU candidate countries and what's their status now? If the European Commission's decision is ratified as expected next week at a summit, it will be a morale boost for Kyiv and further Western snub for Russian President Vladimir Putin after his invasion of Ukraine in February. Gurdwara Karte Parwan in Kabul under terror attack; at least two dead A Sikh Gurdwara in Afghanistan's capital Kabul was targeted by many bombs and gunfire on Saturday. After the blasts, media organisations published a video of the explosions in Kabul's Karta Parwan neighbourhood and in the neighbourhood is the Karte Parwan Gurdwara. GALLERY | Why is China denying Hong Kong was a UK colony? Hong Kong is preparing to introduce new middle school textbooks that will deny the Chinese territory was ever a British colony. China’s Communist rulers say the semi-autonomous city and the nearby former Portuguese colony of Macao were merely occupied by foreign powers and that China never relinquished sovereignty over them. Dinesh Karthik: The finisher who is far from finished DK is the finisher, on and off the field. He will not finish until he is part of India's flight enroute Australia for the T20 World Cup (or maybe even dream of being part of the 2023 ODI World Cup). French cinema legend Jean-Louis Trintignant dies at age 91 French actor Jean-Louis Trintignant, whose career was launched at the same time as Brigitte Bardot with the 1956 film "And God Created Woman" died Friday at the age of 91, his ex-wife Nadine Trintignant said. GALLERY | In pics - Double-decker seats that can change airplane travel forever Alejandro Núñez Vicente's Chaise Longue Airplane Seat concept can be a gamechanger for the aviation industry as it can accommodate more people because of the double-decker design. Vladimir Putin forced to delay keynote speech after hackers crash internet The speech from Putin did not start on time due to an issue with the connectivity at the venue and Kremlin confirmed that it was delayed by a little over 100 minutes. Indian government tweaks Agneepath scheme after protests intensify The Indian government has tweaked the Agneepath scheme following massive protests all across the country. After completion of the four-year service tenure, there will be 10 per cent reservations for the ‘Agniveers’ in central government jobs.

Top 10 news: Russian TV shows videos of two US vets captured in Ukraine, & more

The Elon Musk - Twitter saga has taken another interesting turn. Tesla Chief Executive Musk has accused the social media giant of withholding data and has even threatened to withdraw his $44 billion takeover bid. In other news,&nbsp;UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who is facing a confidence vote on Monday, has been plagued by scandals in recent months.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/elon-musk-threatens-to-withdraw-twitter-takeover-bid-485636">Elon Musk threatens to withdraw Twitter takeover bid</a>

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Musk said that the social media company has committed "a clear material breach" of "its obligations under the merger agreement" due to which the Tesla CEO reserves the right "not to consummate the transaction and his right to terminate the merger agreement".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/the-life-career-and-many-controversies-of-boris-johnson-485625">Gallery | Life, career and many controversies of Boris Johnson</a>

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Boris Johnson, who won the 2019 elections in a sweeping victory has been under growing pressure after news of his alcohol-fuelled parties during the Covid pandemic lockdowns hit the headlines.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/research-reveals-covid-affects-the-unborn-children-485558">Research reveals Covid affects the unborn children</a>

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The analysis, which was presented at the 30th European Congress of Psychiatry in Budapest also pointed out that infants born from infected mothers also had significant difficulty in controlling their shoulder and head movements.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/what-is-nose-bleed-fever-and-how-does-it-spread-all-you-need-to-know-about-cchfv-485646">What is nose-bleed fever and how does it spread? All you need to know about CCHFV</a>

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Nose-bleed fever, also known as Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever virus (CCHFV), has caused panic all around the world after the recent detection of cases.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/if-novak-wins-23-rafael-nadal-reacts-to-djokovic-potentially-surpassing-his-tally-of-22-grand-slams-485638">'If Novak wins 23..': Nadal reacts to Djokovic potentially surpassing his tally of 22 Grand Slams</a>

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Rafael Nadal has now won 2 more Grand Slam titles than his nearest rivals Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer, who are both tied on 20 each.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/in-pics-ruins-of-hidden-3400-year-old-city-found-after-severe-drought-in-iraq-485639">GALLERY | In pics - Ruins of hidden 3,400-year-old city found after severe drought in Iraq</a>

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The ruins of an ancient city, which was determined to be around 3,400 years old, was discovered by archaeologists in the Middle East and the reason behind this amazing find was - climate change.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/brazil-presidential-election-front-runner-lula-isolated-after-he-tested-positive-for-covid-19-485434">Brazil presidential front-runner Lula isolated with COVID-19</a>

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Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, who is the front-runner in the Brazilian presidential election, has been isolated along with his newlywed wife Janja after they tested positive for COVID-19.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/full-winners-list-of-2022-mtv-movie-tv-awards-485420">Zendaya, Tom Holland win big at 2022 MTV Movie &amp; TV Awards, check full winners list</a>

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The top winners of the night were Zendaya and Tom Holland who got praised for their performances in 'Euphoria' and 'Spider-Man: No Way Home'.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/in-pics-the-many-marriages-and-affairs-of-boris-johnson-485697">GALLERY | In pics - The many marriages and affairs of Boris Johnson</a>

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Boris Johnson's personal life is just as much controversial - if not more - than his political career. He has married thrice in his life, but he was involved in a number of high-profile affairs over the years.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/ohio-louisiana-push-to-arm-teachers-amid-rising-gun-violence-in-the-us-485544">VIDEO | Ohio, Louisiana push to arm teachers amid rising gun violence in the US</a>

Gun violence cases and mass shooting incidents are rising in the United States. Ohio and Louisiana have decided to push to arm teachers.

The Elon Musk - Twitter saga has taken another interesting turn. Tesla Chief Executive Musk has accused the social media giant of withholding data and has even threatened to withdraw his $44 billion takeover bid.

The Elon Musk - Twitter saga has taken another interesting turn. Tesla Chief Executive Musk has accused the social media giant of withholding data and has even threatened to withdraw his $44 billion takeover bid. In other news, UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who is facing a confidence vote on Monday, has been plagued by scandals in recent months. Elon Musk threatens to withdraw Twitter takeover bid Musk said that the social media company has committed "a clear material breach" of "its obligations under the merger agreement" due to which the Tesla CEO reserves the right "not to consummate the transaction and his right to terminate the merger agreement". Gallery | Life, career and many controversies of Boris Johnson Boris Johnson, who won the 2019 elections in a sweeping victory has been under growing pressure after news of his alcohol-fuelled parties during the Covid pandemic lockdowns hit the headlines. Research reveals Covid affects the unborn children The analysis, which was presented at the 30th European Congress of Psychiatry in Budapest also pointed out that infants born from infected mothers also had significant difficulty in controlling their shoulder and head movements. What is nose-bleed fever and how does it spread? All you need to know about CCHFV Nose-bleed fever, also known as Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever virus (CCHFV), has caused panic all around the world after the recent detection of cases. 'If Novak wins 23..': Nadal reacts to Djokovic potentially surpassing his tally of 22 Grand Slams Rafael Nadal has now won 2 more Grand Slam titles than his nearest rivals Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer, who are both tied on 20 each. GALLERY | In pics - Ruins of hidden 3,400-year-old city found after severe drought in Iraq The ruins of an ancient city, which was determined to be around 3,400 years old, was discovered by archaeologists in the Middle East and the reason behind this amazing find was - climate change. Brazil presidential front-runner Lula isolated with COVID-19 Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, who is the front-runner in the Brazilian presidential election, has been isolated along with his newlywed wife Janja after they tested positive for COVID-19. Zendaya, Tom Holland win big at 2022 MTV Movie & TV Awards, check full winners list The top winners of the night were Zendaya and Tom Holland who got praised for their performances in 'Euphoria' and 'Spider-Man: No Way Home'. GALLERY | In pics - The many marriages and affairs of Boris Johnson Boris Johnson's personal life is just as much controversial - if not more - than his political career. He has married thrice in his life, but he was involved in a number of high-profile affairs over the years. VIDEO | Ohio, Louisiana push to arm teachers amid rising gun violence in the US Gun violence cases and mass shooting incidents are rising in the United States. Ohio and Louisiana have decided to push to arm teachers.

Top 10 news: Johnson faces no-confidence motion, Musk threatens to withdraw Twitter bid, and more

The European Union (EU) on Friday declared a ban on most Russian oil imports and cut Russia's bank Sberbank from the global SWIFT messaging system. In other news, the Hong Kong police has said that people will not be permitted to gather on the anniversary of the Tiananmen Square event on Saturday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-war-eu-bans-most-russian-oil-targets-putins-alleged-girlfriend-with-sanctions-484812">EU bans most Russian oil, targets Putin's alleged girlfriend with sanctions</a>

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EU froze the assets of President Vladimir Putin's alleged girlfriend Alina Kabaeva and put her on visa ban blacklist along with Russian Army officials suspected of war crimes in Ukraine's Bucha.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-police-issues-warning-over-tiananmen-square-anniversary-gatherings-484709">Hong Kong police issues warning over Tiananmen Square anniversary gatherings</a>

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The police made it clear that any gathering will be treated as a breach of law and action will be taken against all the involved individuals.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-sees-record-breaking-fall-in-birth-rate-was-elon-musk-right-will-the-country-cease-to-exist-484729">Yet another year when Japan sees a record-breaking fall in birth rate</a>

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For the sixth year in a row, Japan has witnessed a further fall in its number of births. In 2021 the nation saw a 3.5 per cent fall from the previous year (2020).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/why-taiwan-is-booking-airsoft-guns-484756">GALLERY | Why Taiwan is booking airsoft guns</a>

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From tour guides to tattoo artists, some in Taiwan are taking shooting lessons for the first time in their lives as Russia's invasion of Ukraine ratchets up anxiety at the prospect of giant neighbour China making a similar move on the democratic island.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/elon-musk-may-cut-10-jobs-in-tesla-he-has-super-bad-feeling-about-economy-484711">Elon Musk may cut 10% jobs in Tesla, he has 'super bad feeling' about economy</a>

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk intends to cut about 10% of jobs in the company as has a "super bad feeling" about the economy, he said in an email to executives on Thursday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/anti-hypersonic-tech-china-claims-it-has-developed-ai-powered-defence-against-hypersonic-missiles-484715">China claims it has developed AI powered defence against hypersonic missiles</a>

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According to reports, Chinese scientists have developed technology which can predict the course of a hypersonic glide missile as it hits the target in what can be called an anti-hypersonic technology.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/samrat-prithviraj-review-akshay-kumars-movie-is-a-tedious-ode-to-an-epic-character-484704">‘Samrat Prithviraj’ review: Akshay Kumar's movie is a tedious ode to an epic character</a>

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Director Chandraprakash Dwivedi attempts to weave in all the heroic tales about king Prithviraj Chauhan and his love story with Princess Sanyogita in his 133-minute film but the result is a loosely-bound series of sequences lacking coherence.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/climate-change-effect-snow-white-alps-turning-green-says-study-after-analysing-satellite-data-484609">‘Snow-white' Alps turning green, says study after analysing satellite data</a>

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Since 1984, the vegetated areas above the treeline seems to have increased by 77% in the Alps, the study said. The rise in the plant biomass is described by the researchers as an “absolutely massive” change.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/he-is-a-four-dimensional-player-now-ex-india-stumper-lauds-hardik-pandya-after-his-memorable-ipl-2022-484749">Former Indian wicketkeeper lauds Hardik Pandya after memorable run in IPL 2022</a>

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Hardik rose to the occasion and fulfilled the role of a batter, bowler, whereas he did exceedingly well as a first-time captain in IPL. With the bat, Hardik amassed 487 runs -- his best tally in a season -- and claimed eight wickets.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-east-asia/myanmar-junta-to-carry-out-countrys-first-judicial-executions-in-more-than-three-decades-484817">Myanmar junta to carry out country’s first judicial executions in decades</a>

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The four people were part of the anti-coup activists who were handed death sentences as part of the crackdown process when the military seized back the power in Myanmar last year.

The European Union (EU) on Friday declared a ban on most Russian oil imports and cut Russia's bank Sberbank from the global SWIFT messaging system. In other news, the Hong Kong police has said that people will not be permitted to gather on the anniversary of the Tiananmen Square event on Saturday.

The European Union (EU) on Friday declared a ban on most Russian oil imports and cut Russia's bank Sberbank from the global SWIFT messaging system. In other news, the Hong Kong police has said that people will not be permitted to gather on the anniversary of the Tiananmen Square event on Saturday. EU bans most Russian oil, targets Putin's alleged girlfriend with sanctions EU froze the assets of President Vladimir Putin's alleged girlfriend Alina Kabaeva and put her on visa ban blacklist along with Russian Army officials suspected of war crimes in Ukraine's Bucha. Hong Kong police issues warning over Tiananmen Square anniversary gatherings The police made it clear that any gathering will be treated as a breach of law and action will be taken against all the involved individuals. Yet another year when Japan sees a record-breaking fall in birth rate For the sixth year in a row, Japan has witnessed a further fall in its number of births. In 2021 the nation saw a 3.5 per cent fall from the previous year (2020). GALLERY | Why Taiwan is booking airsoft guns From tour guides to tattoo artists, some in Taiwan are taking shooting lessons for the first time in their lives as Russia's invasion of Ukraine ratchets up anxiety at the prospect of giant neighbour China making a similar move on the democratic island. Elon Musk may cut 10% jobs in Tesla, he has 'super bad feeling' about economy Tesla CEO Elon Musk intends to cut about 10% of jobs in the company as has a "super bad feeling" about the economy, he said in an email to executives on Thursday. China claims it has developed AI powered defence against hypersonic missiles According to reports, Chinese scientists have developed technology which can predict the course of a hypersonic glide missile as it hits the target in what can be called an anti-hypersonic technology. ‘Samrat Prithviraj’ review: Akshay Kumar's movie is a tedious ode to an epic character Director Chandraprakash Dwivedi attempts to weave in all the heroic tales about king Prithviraj Chauhan and his love story with Princess Sanyogita in his 133-minute film but the result is a loosely-bound series of sequences lacking coherence. ‘Snow-white' Alps turning green, says study after analysing satellite data Since 1984, the vegetated areas above the treeline seems to have increased by 77% in the Alps, the study said. The rise in the plant biomass is described by the researchers as an “absolutely massive” change. Former Indian wicketkeeper lauds Hardik Pandya after memorable run in IPL 2022 Hardik rose to the occasion and fulfilled the role of a batter, bowler, whereas he did exceedingly well as a first-time captain in IPL. With the bat, Hardik amassed 487 runs -- his best tally in a season -- and claimed eight wickets. Myanmar junta to carry out country’s first judicial executions in decades The four people were part of the anti-coup activists who were handed death sentences as part of the crackdown process when the military seized back the power in Myanmar last year.

Top 10 news: EU bans most Russian oil, targets Putin's alleged girlfriend with sanctions, and more

Ukraine president Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed that the Russian military forces currently control around 20 per cent of Ukraine’s territory but added that “Ukrainian defence forces have liberated 1,017 localities till now”. In other news, a leaked directive, which was obtained by China Digital Times said "unlike Wuhan, Shanghai never declared a lockdown, so there is no 'ending the lockdown'."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-controls-about-20-per-cent-of-ukraine-says-president-volodymyr-zelensky-484449">Russia controls 'about 20 per cent' of Ukraine, says president Zelensky</a>

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Zelensky said that the invasion started eight years ago when Russia started attacking parts of Ukraine and between 2014 and 2022, they ended up controlling around 43,000 square km of Ukraine’s territory.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/shanghai-residents-spent-2-months-locked-up-but-china-bans-media-from-calling-it-a-lockdown-484410">Shanghai spent 2 months 'locked' up, but media can't call it a 'lockdown'</a>

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According to media reports, a leaked directive from the city has ordered media to not use the phrase "ending the lockdown" while reporting the end of what clearly was a lockdown.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/suicide-by-firearms-among-youth-in-the-united-states-highest-in-20-years-report-484444">Suicide by firearms among youth in the US highest in 20 years: Report</a>

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As per the report, youth firearm suicide has reached its highest in more than 20 years. Youth in this scenario is defined as people between the ages of 10 to 24.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/are-we-alone-in-the-universe-chinas-proposed-mission-may-have-some-answers-484483">Looking for aliens? China's proposed space mission may have some answers</a>

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The mission will be carried out by the help of a spacecraft that will be gathering the data and it will use a method called micro-arcsecond relative astrometry.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-more-chicken-rice-singapore-faces-chicken-shortage-as-malaysia-bans-export-484431">No more chicken-rice? Singapore faces chicken shortage as Malaysia bans export</a>

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Malaysian Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob has announced that the country will be banning live chicken exports from June in order to tackle a domestic shortage.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/himars-artillery-systems-jado-how-ukraine-can-win-grinding-battle-against-russia-in-donbas-484482">Himars artillery systems &amp; JADO: How Ukraine can win grinding battle against Russia in Donbas</a>

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Himars employ the "scoot and shoot" capability which enhances the survivability of the crew in a "high threat environment". It could hold the key in the Donbas region for Ukraine.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/french-open-rohan-bopanna-matwe-middelkoops-campaign-ends-duo-bow-out-in-mens-double-semi-finals-484469">French Open: Rohan Bopanna-Matwe Middelkoop's campaign ends</a>

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Facing the 12th seeds Marcelo Arevalo and Jean Julien Roger, the Indian-Dutch pair conceded the proceedings 4-6, 6-3, 7-6(8).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/first-edition-of-harry-potter-book-with-errors-to-be-auctioned-for-massive-price-484404">First edition of 'Harry Potter’ book with errors to be auctioned for massive price</a>

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The Christie’s auction company in London will be auctioning a first edition of the JK Rowling book which has a number of errors and is signed by the author JK Rowling.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/today-justice-was-served-celebrities-react-to-the-johnny-depp-amber-heard-verdict-484340">Today justice was served! Celebs react to the Johnny Depp-Amber Heard verdict</a>

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After a six-week-long defamation trial during which the ex-lovers made a slew of shocking revelations, the Jury sided with Johnny Depp and awarded him $15 million in damages from Heard.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/outrage-in-pakistan-after-25-year-old-woman-gang-raped-on-moving-train-484419">Outrage in Pakistan after 25-year-old woman gang-raped on moving train</a>

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When the incident was discovered on Monday, two individuals were caught, and a third was apprehended on Tuesday, according to Railways Police Chief Faisal Shahkar.

Ukraine president Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed that the Russian military forces currently control around 20 per cent of Ukraine’s territory but added that “Ukrainian defence forces have liberated 1,017 localities till now”.

Ukraine president Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed that the Russian military forces currently control around 20 per cent of Ukraine’s territory but added that “Ukrainian defence forces have liberated 1,017 localities till now”. In other news, a leaked directive, which was obtained by China Digital Times said "unlike Wuhan, Shanghai never declared a lockdown, so there is no 'ending the lockdown'." Russia controls 'about 20 per cent' of Ukraine, says president Zelensky Zelensky said that the invasion started eight years ago when Russia started attacking parts of Ukraine and between 2014 and 2022, they ended up controlling around 43,000 square km of Ukraine’s territory. Shanghai spent 2 months 'locked' up, but media can't call it a 'lockdown' According to media reports, a leaked directive from the city has ordered media to not use the phrase "ending the lockdown" while reporting the end of what clearly was a lockdown. Suicide by firearms among youth in the US highest in 20 years: Report As per the report, youth firearm suicide has reached its highest in more than 20 years. Youth in this scenario is defined as people between the ages of 10 to 24. Looking for aliens? China's proposed space mission may have some answers The mission will be carried out by the help of a spacecraft that will be gathering the data and it will use a method called micro-arcsecond relative astrometry. No more chicken-rice? Singapore faces chicken shortage as Malaysia bans export Malaysian Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob has announced that the country will be banning live chicken exports from June in order to tackle a domestic shortage. Himars artillery systems & JADO: How Ukraine can win grinding battle against Russia in Donbas Himars employ the "scoot and shoot" capability which enhances the survivability of the crew in a "high threat environment". It could hold the key in the Donbas region for Ukraine. French Open: Rohan Bopanna-Matwe Middelkoop's campaign ends Facing the 12th seeds Marcelo Arevalo and Jean Julien Roger, the Indian-Dutch pair conceded the proceedings 4-6, 6-3, 7-6(8). First edition of 'Harry Potter’ book with errors to be auctioned for massive price The Christie’s auction company in London will be auctioning a first edition of the JK Rowling book which has a number of errors and is signed by the author JK Rowling. Today justice was served! Celebs react to the Johnny Depp-Amber Heard verdict After a six-week-long defamation trial during which the ex-lovers made a slew of shocking revelations, the Jury sided with Johnny Depp and awarded him $15 million in damages from Heard. Outrage in Pakistan after 25-year-old woman gang-raped on moving train When the incident was discovered on Monday, two individuals were caught, and a third was apprehended on Tuesday, according to Railways Police Chief Faisal Shahkar.

Top 10 news: Zelensky says Russia controls 'about 20 per cent' of Ukraine, and more

Ukrainian officials on Friday (May 27) said that the Russian-backed forces have taken control of the city of Lyman in the country's eastern Donetsk region. In other news, amidst mounting criticism from parents, the police in Texas were forced to alter key details with regard to their initial response to the deadly Uvalde school shooting incident.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-war-pro-russian-forces-claim-to-have-captured-strategic-town-lyman-482653">Ukrainian officials say Russia-backed forces captured strategic town Lyman</a>

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Pavlo Kyrylenko, who is the Ukrainian governor of the Donetsk region, told media outlet Hromadske that Lyman was "mainly controlled by Russian troops".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/texas-police-alter-details-on-how-uvalde-shooter-entered-school-amid-mounting-criticism-482649">Texas police alter details on how Uvalde shooter entered school amid criticism</a>

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Officials with the Texas Department of Public Safety had said that the shooter encountered a police officer employed by the school district before charging through a back door.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/g7-pledge-to-phaseout-coal-and-fossil-fuel-for-electricity-generation-but-no-date-fixed-482684">G7 pledges to phaseout coal for electricity generation, but no date fixed</a>

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The environment ministers from the Group of 7 (G7) wealthy countries pledged to curb the use of coal and other fossil fuels for power generation, with the aim of eventual and complete phaseout.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russias-orwellian-move-propaganda-vans-deployed-to-captured-mariupol-in-a-bid-to-win-over-people-482615">Russia deploys ‘propaganda vans’ to captured Mariupol to 'win over' people</a>

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Russian troops are driving mobile propaganda vans with large-screen televisions at the captured Mariupol city of Ukraine in a bid to change their perception of the war and Moscow.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/shah-rukh-khans-son-aryan-khan-gets-clean-chit-in-drugs-case-482593">Shah Rukh Khan’s son Aryan Khan gets clean chit in drugs case</a>

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Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan’s son Aryan Khan has finally cleared his name and he has been given clean chit by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) in the Mumbai drugs-on-cruise case.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/sai-constitutes-three-member-committee-after-shocking-incident-with-gymnast-aruna-budda-reddy-482675">SAI constitutes 3-member committee after shocking incident with a gymnast</a>

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In what can be termed a shocking incident, Indian athlete Aruna Budda Reddy has alleged that she was videographed without her consent by one of the coaches at the Sports Authority of India (SAI).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/capitalism-at-its-best-shop-sells-corpse-water-after-bodies-of-mafia-victims-found-in-lake-mead-482594">Shop sells 'corpse water' after bodies of mafia victims found in Lake Mead</a>

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Weeks after bodies were discovered on the shores of Las Vegas' lake Mead, a shopkeeper has found a unique, albeit sinister way to profit from the newfound curiosity generated by the area.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-anek-movie-review-another-gem-from-the-ayushmann-khurrana-anubhav-sinha-duo-482583">'Anek' movie review: Another gem from the Ayushmann Khurrana-Anubhav Sinha duo</a>

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The film explores what peace can mean for different kinds of people in various positions and it is that complete storytelling along with yet another earnest performance from Ayushmann that makes the film work.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/americas-love-for-military-style-weapons-and-ar-15-the-assault-rifle-used-in-texas-school-shooting-482652">Gallery | In Pics: America's love for military style weapons and AR-15</a>

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The killer's employment of a military-style assault rifle that is inexpensive, easy to use, and deadly efficient has been a recurrent thread in America's worst mass shootings, including the one this week at an elementary school in Texas.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/7-indian-soldiers-killed-after-truck-carrying-them-falls-into-ladakhs-shyok-river-482634">7 Indian soldiers killed after truck carrying them falls into Shyok River</a>

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Seven Indian Army soldiers were killed after a truck carrying them skidded off the road and fell into Shyok River in northern Ladakh on Friday morning.

Ukrainian officials on Friday (May 27) said that the Russian-backed forces have taken control of the city of Lyman in the country's eastern Donetsk region. In other news, amidst mounting criticism from parents, the police in Texas were forced to alter key details with regard to their initial response to the deadly Uvalde school shooting incident.

Ukrainian officials on Friday (May 27) said that the Russian-backed forces have taken control of the city of Lyman in the country's eastern Donetsk region. In other news, amidst mounting criticism from parents, the police in Texas were forced to alter key details with regard to their initial response to the deadly Uvalde school shooting incident. Ukrainian officials say Russia-backed forces captured strategic town Lyman Pavlo Kyrylenko, who is the Ukrainian governor of the Donetsk region, told media outlet Hromadske that Lyman was "mainly controlled by Russian troops". Texas police alter details on how Uvalde shooter entered school amid criticism Officials with the Texas Department of Public Safety had said that the shooter encountered a police officer employed by the school district before charging through a back door. G7 pledges to phaseout coal for electricity generation, but no date fixed The environment ministers from the Group of 7 (G7) wealthy countries pledged to curb the use of coal and other fossil fuels for power generation, with the aim of eventual and complete phaseout. Russia deploys ‘propaganda vans’ to captured Mariupol to 'win over' people Russian troops are driving mobile propaganda vans with large-screen televisions at the captured Mariupol city of Ukraine in a bid to change their perception of the war and Moscow. Shah Rukh Khan’s son Aryan Khan gets clean chit in drugs case Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan’s son Aryan Khan has finally cleared his name and he has been given clean chit by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) in the Mumbai drugs-on-cruise case. SAI constitutes 3-member committee after shocking incident with a gymnast In what can be termed a shocking incident, Indian athlete Aruna Budda Reddy has alleged that she was videographed without her consent by one of the coaches at the Sports Authority of India (SAI). Shop sells 'corpse water' after bodies of mafia victims found in Lake Mead Weeks after bodies were discovered on the shores of Las Vegas' lake Mead, a shopkeeper has found a unique, albeit sinister way to profit from the newfound curiosity generated by the area. 'Anek' movie review: Another gem from the Ayushmann Khurrana-Anubhav Sinha duo The film explores what peace can mean for different kinds of people in various positions and it is that complete storytelling along with yet another earnest performance from Ayushmann that makes the film work. Gallery | In Pics: America's love for military style weapons and AR-15 The killer's employment of a military-style assault rifle that is inexpensive, easy to use, and deadly efficient has been a recurrent thread in America's worst mass shootings, including the one this week at an elementary school in Texas. 7 Indian soldiers killed after truck carrying them falls into Shyok River Seven Indian Army soldiers were killed after a truck carrying them skidded off the road and fell into Shyok River in northern Ladakh on Friday morning.

Top 10 news: Russia-backed forces capture Lyman, G7 pledges to phaseout coal for electricity, and more

At least 19 children and two adults were killed as a teenage gunman open fired in the school resulting in the worst school shooting in the US since Sandy Hook. As a result of the attack, sales of bulletproof backpacks have gone up one again in a number of states in the country, according to Business Insider. In other news,&nbsp;Kadyrov also demanded an apology from Poland for an incident involving Russia's ambassador earlier this month where the latter was splattered with red paint by anti-war protesters during a Victory Day ceremony.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-finance-minister-rishi-sunak-unveils-18-billion-cost-of-living-bailout-package-482383">UK Finance Minister Rishi Sunak unveils $18 billion cost-of-living bailout</a>

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The announcement comes after officials about soaring energy costs, by more than 40 per cent, this Autumn following the Russia-Ukraine war.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sales-of-bulletproof-backpacks-increase-in-aftermath-of-texas-school-shooting-482414">Sales of bulletproof backpacks increase in aftermath of Texas school shooting</a>

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According to the Insider report, four companies that create bulletproof products said that people are actively looking for products that can be used by kids in crisis situations after the Texas shooting.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-president-putins-ally-says-ukraine-closedpoland-next-in-a-chilling-new-video-482354">Russian President Putin’s ally says ‘Ukraine closed…Poland next’ in new video</a>

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Chechen strongman and an ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin, Ramzan Kadyrov, has warned Poland to "better take back your weapons" from Ukraine as he is ready to attack the European country.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-claims-it-has-no-intention-to-build-military-base-in-solomon-islands-482399">China claims it has 'no intention' to build military base in Solomon Islands</a>

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The Chinese minister, who is currently on a tour of the Pacific islands, dismissed all the speculations which were born out of their recent security pact with the island nation.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/was-monkeypox-already-circulating-in-uk-scientists-have-interesting-answers-482333">Was monkeypox already circulating in UK? Scientists have interesting answers</a>

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Professor David Heymann, who chairs a World Health Organization expert group on infectious threats to global health, believes that the virus has been present in the UK for the last two to three years.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-indian-mens-hockey-team-enter-knockouts-with-16-0-demolition-over-indonesia-eliminate-pakistan-482405">Asia Cup: India enter knockouts with 16-0 demolition over Indonesia</a>

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It couldn't have gotten better for India's young men's hockey team as they demolished hosts Indonesia 16-0 to qualify for the Super 4 of the Asia Cup 2022 editions on Thursday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/russians-kill-ukrainians-filmmakers-protest-on-cannes-red-carpet-against-the-invasion-482257">Cannes 2022: Ukrainian filmmakers protest against the Russian invasion</a>

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Before the screening of their film 'Butterly Vision,' Ukrainian director Maksym Nakonechni along with the whole crew of his movie gave a reminder about the crisis Ukraine is going through after the Russian invasion.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/man-pays-4255-for-tellytubby-toy-after-son-accused-of-breaking-it-in-hong-kong-store-482352">Man pays $4,255 for Tellytubby toy after son accused of breaking it in Hong Kong store</a>

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The man, who was identified as just Cheng, ended up paying HK$33,600 ($4,255) at a toy shore in Mong Kok after it seemed like his son broke a golden-coloured, 1.8-metre-tall Teletubbies during their visit.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/powerful-72-magnitude-earthquake-shakes-southern-peru-482387">Powerful 7.2-magnitude earthquake shakes southern Peru</a>

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The quake struck around 7.02 am local time in the Tirapata region and was centred 8.1 miles (13km) east-southeast of Azangaro. According to experts, the quake was fairly deep at around 135.3 miles (217.8km) beneath the surface.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/wheat-how-important-is-it-to-the-world-and-why-has-india-banned-its-export-482315">WATCH | Wheat: How important is it to the world and why has India banned its export?</a>

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Wheat is a staple food item for around 35% of global population. Wheat imports are crucial for many countries. Russia is the world's top exporter, while Ukraine ranks sixth. They supply over a quarter of the wheat worldwide. Both are at war, resulting in a global wheat shortage

At least 19 children and two adults were killed as a teenage gunman open fired in the school resulting in the worst school shooting in the US since Sandy Hook. As a result of the attack, sales of bulletproof backpacks have gone up one again in a number of states in the country, according to Business Insider.

At least 19 children and two adults were killed as a teenage gunman open fired in the school resulting in the worst school shooting in the US since Sandy Hook. As a result of the attack, sales of bulletproof backpacks have gone up one again in a number of states in the country, according to Business Insider. In other news, Kadyrov also demanded an apology from Poland for an incident involving Russia's ambassador earlier this month where the latter was splattered with red paint by anti-war protesters during a Victory Day ceremony. UK Finance Minister Rishi Sunak unveils $18 billion cost-of-living bailout The announcement comes after officials about soaring energy costs, by more than 40 per cent, this Autumn following the Russia-Ukraine war. Sales of bulletproof backpacks increase in aftermath of Texas school shooting According to the Insider report, four companies that create bulletproof products said that people are actively looking for products that can be used by kids in crisis situations after the Texas shooting. Russian President Putin’s ally says ‘Ukraine closed…Poland next’ in new video Chechen strongman and an ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin, Ramzan Kadyrov, has warned Poland to "better take back your weapons" from Ukraine as he is ready to attack the European country. China claims it has 'no intention' to build military base in Solomon Islands The Chinese minister, who is currently on a tour of the Pacific islands, dismissed all the speculations which were born out of their recent security pact with the island nation. Was monkeypox already circulating in UK? Scientists have interesting answers Professor David Heymann, who chairs a World Health Organization expert group on infectious threats to global health, believes that the virus has been present in the UK for the last two to three years. Asia Cup: India enter knockouts with 16-0 demolition over Indonesia It couldn't have gotten better for India's young men's hockey team as they demolished hosts Indonesia 16-0 to qualify for the Super 4 of the Asia Cup 2022 editions on Thursday. Cannes 2022: Ukrainian filmmakers protest against the Russian invasion Before the screening of their film 'Butterly Vision,' Ukrainian director Maksym Nakonechni along with the whole crew of his movie gave a reminder about the crisis Ukraine is going through after the Russian invasion. Man pays $4,255 for Tellytubby toy after son accused of breaking it in Hong Kong store The man, who was identified as just Cheng, ended up paying HK$33,600 ($4,255) at a toy shore in Mong Kok after it seemed like his son broke a golden-coloured, 1.8-metre-tall Teletubbies during their visit. Powerful 7.2-magnitude earthquake shakes southern Peru The quake struck around 7.02 am local time in the Tirapata region and was centred 8.1 miles (13km) east-southeast of Azangaro. According to experts, the quake was fairly deep at around 135.3 miles (217.8km) beneath the surface. WATCH | Wheat: How important is it to the world and why has India banned its export? Wheat is a staple food item for around 35% of global population. Wheat imports are crucial for many countries. Russia is the world's top exporter, while Ukraine ranks sixth. They supply over a quarter of the wheat worldwide. Both are at war, resulting in a global wheat shortage

Top 10 news: Sales of bulletproof backpacks up in US, Putin’s ally says ‘Ukraine closed…Poland next’, and more

A leaked audio clip tweeted by Jennifer Zeng, a Chinese human rights activist reportedly shows Chinese military officials discussing plans to invade Taiwan. In other news, Vadim Shishimarin, a 21-year-old sergeant in the Russian army, was sentenced to life in prison by a Ukrainian court for committing war crimes.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-leaked-video-shows-chinese-commanders-devising-taiwan-invasion-plan-481477">Watch: Leaked video shows Chinese commanders discussing Taiwan invasion plan</a>

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The commanders in the video/audio clip are heard saying to "resolutely implement the orders of the party central committee, President Xi and resolutely accomplish Guangdong mission to ensure resources to achieve a strategic and decisive victory".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-soldier-vadim-shishimarin-jailed-for-life-by-ukrainian-court-over-war-crime-481469">Russian soldier jailed for life by Ukrainian court over war crime</a>

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This was the first time that a trial took place in relation to war crimes in the ongoing crisis and the judge decided to hand Shishimarin a life sentence after he was found guilty of killing 62-year-old Oleksandr Shelipov in Sumy region of Ukraine.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/is-google-hatching-a-sinister-plot-to-butt-in-on-donald-trumps-app-truth-socials-success-481441">Is Google hatching a sinister plot to stop Trump's app Truth Social's success?</a>

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Google's YouTube did suspend the businessman from its website following the infamous Capitol Hill riots, however, this suspension has no connection to the Play Store, which has its own separate terms of service.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/quad-summit-2022-leaders-of-japan-united-states-india-australia-meet-in-tokyo-481143">Quad Summit 2022 Live Updates: PM Modi meets Indian diaspora</a>

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India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a meeting with the Indian diaspora in Tokyo said "when Swami Vivekanand went to Chicago, he came to Japan first and Japan left an impression in his heart."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/just-10-weeks-of-global-wheat-inventories-left-expert-to-unsc-481521">'Seismic': Just 10 weeks of global wheat inventories left: Expert to UNSC</a>

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India which is the second largest producer of wheat had recently banned exports as prices have surged amid Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Russia and Ukraine are the top wheat producers in the world.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/shyam-benegal-reacts-to-mujib-the-making-of-a-nation-trailer-backlash-481371">Shyam Benegal reacts to 'Mujib-The Making Of A Nation' trailer backlash</a>

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The 90-second trailer of the movie about Sheikh Mujibur Rahman aka Bangabandhu, the founder of Bangladesh, was launched during the Indian Pavilion at Cannes.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/born-this-way-chinese-company-launches-coming-out-kit-for-queer-people-481471">'Born this way': Chinese company launches 'coming out' kit for queer people</a>

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The Trueself kit won't be a one-size-fits-all package says Hu Zhijun, its creator. Instead, the kit will be a "gift to discover one's true self", he told Sixth Tone.

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Kylian Mbappe snubbed Real Madrid to extend his stay with his current club PSG in one of the richest deals ever in football history.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/kurt-cobains-smells-like-teen-spirit-guitar-fetches-almost-5-million-in-auction-481495">Kurt Cobain’s 'Smells Like Teen Spirit' guitar fetches almost $5 million in auction</a>

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The 1969 Fender Mustang Electric Guitar used by Cobain in Nirvana’s famous music video for the song “Smells Like Teen Spirit” fetched almost $5 million in an auction.

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Sandstorms continue to ravage parts of Iraq as the ninth one hit the country on Monday resulting in the closure of public buildings and airports.

A leaked audio clip tweeted by Jennifer Zeng, a Chinese human rights activist reportedly shows Chinese military officials discussing plans to invade Taiwan. In other news, Vadim Shishimarin, a 21-year-old sergeant in the Russian army, was sentenced to life in prison by a Ukrainian court for committing war crimes.

A leaked audio clip tweeted by Jennifer Zeng, a Chinese human rights activist reportedly shows Chinese military officials discussing plans to invade Taiwan. In other news, Vadim Shishimarin, a 21-year-old sergeant in the Russian army, was sentenced to life in prison by a Ukrainian court for committing war crimes. Click on the headlines to read more Watch: Leaked video shows Chinese commanders discussing Taiwan invasion plan The commanders in the video/audio clip are heard saying to "resolutely implement the orders of the party central committee, President Xi and resolutely accomplish Guangdong mission to ensure resources to achieve a strategic and decisive victory". Russian soldier jailed for life by Ukrainian court over war crime This was the first time that a trial took place in relation to war crimes in the ongoing crisis and the judge decided to hand Shishimarin a life sentence after he was found guilty of killing 62-year-old Oleksandr Shelipov in Sumy region of Ukraine. Is Google hatching a sinister plot to stop Trump's app Truth Social's success? Google's YouTube did suspend the businessman from its website following the infamous Capitol Hill riots, however, this suspension has no connection to the Play Store, which has its own separate terms of service. Quad Summit 2022 Live Updates: PM Modi meets Indian diaspora India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a meeting with the Indian diaspora in Tokyo said "when Swami Vivekanand went to Chicago, he came to Japan first and Japan left an impression in his heart." 'Seismic': Just 10 weeks of global wheat inventories left: Expert to UNSC India which is the second largest producer of wheat had recently banned exports as prices have surged amid Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Russia and Ukraine are the top wheat producers in the world. Shyam Benegal reacts to 'Mujib-The Making Of A Nation' trailer backlash The 90-second trailer of the movie about Sheikh Mujibur Rahman aka Bangabandhu, the founder of Bangladesh, was launched during the Indian Pavilion at Cannes. 'Born this way': Chinese company launches 'coming out' kit for queer people The Trueself kit won't be a one-size-fits-all package says Hu Zhijun, its creator. Instead, the kit will be a "gift to discover one's true self", he told Sixth Tone. PSG's Al-Khelaifi responds to La Liga president's 'insult to football' remark Kylian Mbappe snubbed Real Madrid to extend his stay with his current club PSG in one of the richest deals ever in football history. Kurt Cobain’s 'Smells Like Teen Spirit' guitar fetches almost $5 million in auction The 1969 Fender Mustang Electric Guitar used by Cobain in Nirvana’s famous music video for the song “Smells Like Teen Spirit” fetched almost $5 million in an auction. Gallery | In pics - Sandstorm forces closure of airports and public buildings in Iraq Sandstorms continue to ravage parts of Iraq as the ninth one hit the country on Monday resulting in the closure of public buildings and airports.

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United National Party (UNP) leader Ranil Wickremesinghe has been appointed as the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka. The parliamentarian was sworn in as the Prime Minister before President Gotabaya Rajapaksa today. In other news, the Russian&nbsp;ruble rose against the dollar again on Wednesday, as the Moscow Exchange reopened after a two-day holiday.&nbsp;

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With the backing of the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) MPs, Ranil Wickremesinghe has accepted the post of Prime Minister. MP Wickremesingh lost the Parliamentary Elections in 2020 and later entered the Parliament through the single National List seat that was secured by the UNP.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/finland-says-one-step-closer-to-joining-nato-russia-calls-it-a-threat-to-our-borders-478383">Finland 'one step closer' to joining NATO, Russia calls it a threat</a>

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Responding to Finland’s move to join NATO, Kremlin on Thursday sounded a warning that their neighbour’s decision to join the US-led military alliance would “definitely” pose a threat to Russia.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/despite-sanctions-russian-ruble-is-the-worlds-top-performing-currency-in-2022-478370">Despite sanctions, Russian ruble is the world's top performing currency in 2022</a>

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The ruble has recovered the majority of its losses, and Russia's capital controls have made it the best-performing currency in the world this year, while just a few people will benefit from the boom.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spain-to-ease-abortion-rules-for-over-16-women-introduce-menstrual-leave-up-to-five-days-478384">Spain to ease abortion rules for over-16 women, introduce menstrual leave up to five days</a>

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The Spanish government are currently in the process of drafting a law that will allow women over the age of 16 to have abortions without taking permission from their parents or guardian.

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Climate change is wreaking havoc on our planet. Heatwaves, toxic air, and dry river beds have become common news. But in Las Vegas, climate change has uncovered some very sordid secrets.

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There are 1,154 sites around the world which have been recognised by UNESCO for their architecture, importance and also cultural significance. The Taj Mahal was commissioned in 1632 by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan and is well known for its majestic architectural genius.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/deepika-padukone-becomes-louis-vuittons-first-indian-brand-ambassador-478244">Deepika Padukone becomes Louis Vuitton's first Indian brand ambassador</a>

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Deepika, 36, has become the first Indian brand ambassador of luxury brand Louis Vuitton. Padukone is part of LV's new campaign for its Dauphine bag.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/a-super-long-blood-moon-is-gonna-grace-the-skies-soon-heres-how-you-can-see-it-478343">A super-long blood moon is gonna grace the skies soon. Here's how you can see it</a>

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Skywatchers across the globe will get to witness an amazing spectacle -&nbsp;a long-lasting blood moon in a few days. It is a total lunar eclipse and will be fully visible from portions of the Americas, Antarctica, Europe, Africa and the East Pacific.

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The Forbes Rich List for the year 2022 including some of the top-earning athletes in the world has been announced. Argentina captain Lionel Messi tops the elusive list with earnings of $130 million.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/kashmir-tourism-breaks-records-arrivals-highest-in-10-years-478416">Kashmir tourism breaks records, arrivals highest in 10 years</a>

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With hotels and houseboats fully booked and tourists queuing up for shikara rides on the famous Dal Lake, Kashmir Valley is witnessing record-breaking tourist footfall in the past one decade.

United National Party (UNP) leader Ranil Wickremesinghe has been appointed as the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka. The parliamentarian was sworn in as the Prime Minister before President Gotabaya Rajapaksa today.

United National Party (UNP) leader Ranil Wickremesinghe has been appointed as the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka. The parliamentarian was sworn in as the Prime Minister before President Gotabaya Rajapaksa today. In other news, the Russian ruble rose against the dollar again on Wednesday, as the Moscow Exchange reopened after a two-day holiday. LIVE | Sri Lanka crisis — Ranil Wickremesinghe appointed as new prime minister With the backing of the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) MPs, Ranil Wickremesinghe has accepted the post of Prime Minister. MP Wickremesingh lost the Parliamentary Elections in 2020 and later entered the Parliament through the single National List seat that was secured by the UNP. Finland 'one step closer' to joining NATO, Russia calls it a threat Responding to Finland’s move to join NATO, Kremlin on Thursday sounded a warning that their neighbour’s decision to join the US-led military alliance would “definitely” pose a threat to Russia. Despite sanctions, Russian ruble is the world's top performing currency in 2022 The ruble has recovered the majority of its losses, and Russia's capital controls have made it the best-performing currency in the world this year, while just a few people will benefit from the boom. Spain to ease abortion rules for over-16 women, introduce menstrual leave up to five days The Spanish government are currently in the process of drafting a law that will allow women over the age of 16 to have abortions without taking permission from their parents or guardian. Gallery | In Pics - Hit by drought, Las Vegas lake spits up skeletons of mafia victims Climate change is wreaking havoc on our planet. Heatwaves, toxic air, and dry river beds have become common news. But in Las Vegas, climate change has uncovered some very sordid secrets. Taj Mahal becomes most searched UNESCO World Heritage Site - See entire list There are 1,154 sites around the world which have been recognised by UNESCO for their architecture, importance and also cultural significance. The Taj Mahal was commissioned in 1632 by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan and is well known for its majestic architectural genius. Deepika Padukone becomes Louis Vuitton's first Indian brand ambassador Deepika, 36, has become the first Indian brand ambassador of luxury brand Louis Vuitton. Padukone is part of LV's new campaign for its Dauphine bag. A super-long blood moon is gonna grace the skies soon. Here's how you can see it Skywatchers across the globe will get to witness an amazing spectacle - a long-lasting blood moon in a few days. It is a total lunar eclipse and will be fully visible from portions of the Americas, Antarctica, Europe, Africa and the East Pacific. Gallery | From Lionel Messi to Stephen Curry: Top 5 Forbes’ richest athletes of 2022 The Forbes Rich List for the year 2022 including some of the top-earning athletes in the world has been announced. Argentina captain Lionel Messi tops the elusive list with earnings of $130 million. Kashmir tourism breaks records, arrivals highest in 10 years With hotels and houseboats fully booked and tourists queuing up for shikara rides on the famous Dal Lake, Kashmir Valley is witnessing record-breaking tourist footfall in the past one decade.

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