Sri Lankan Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa on Monday (May 9th) announced that he'll be stepping down from his post. This comes amid countrywide protests and public calls for him and his brother, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, to quit as the country's economic situation worsens. In other news, Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos, the son of former Philippines dictator Ferdinand Marcos, is well on his way to complete a huge victory in the country’s presidential elections, according to an unofficial tally.

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The 76-year-old delivered his letter of resignation to his younger brother, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, paving the way for a "new unity government," according to spokesperson Rohan Weliwita.

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The data provided by the Philippines Commission on Elections showed that Bongbong Marcos had a huge lead over Leni Robredo with almost half of the 70,000 polling stations submitting their results.&nbsp;

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During the Victory Day ceremony, Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Russian troops and volunteers fighting in the Donbass region of Ukraine are fighting for their Motherland.

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The tweet did not go down well with his mother and former supermodel Maye Musk who was visibly angry with it and even replied to the tweet saying "That's not funny".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-east-asia/troops-deployed-in-colombo-after-pro-government-supporters-attack-protesters-477560">Two killed, 139 injured as government supporters attack protesters in Colombo</a>

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The situation in Sri Lanka continue to deteriorate as the authorities have deployed armed troops in Colombo following clashes between the pro-government supporters and the protestors.

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Bono and his bandmate The Edge performed a 40-minute concert in a metro station in the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv on Sunday and praised Ukrainians fighting for their freedom from Russia.

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Since Russian forces have left the Kyiv suburbs, several world leaders like European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen and United States House Speaker Nancy Pelosi have visited Kyiv and other cities in Ukraine to show support.

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It was a scene right out of an ‘end of the world’ movie as the sky turned red under a thick layer of fog in the Chinese city of Zhoushan.

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MS Dhoni said he would like CSK to take one game at a time and advised the players to enjoy themselves rather than worrying about the permutation and combination.

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At an online auction in the United Kingdom, Mahatma Gandhi's personal items, including his wooden sandals and what is said to be the final photograph of him taken alive, are slated to fetch more than half a million pounds.

Sri Lankan Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa on Monday (May 9th) announced that he'll be stepping down from his post. This comes amid countrywide protests and public calls for him and his brother, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, to quit as the country's economic situation worsens.

Sri Lankan Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa on Monday (May 9th) announced that he'll be stepping down from his post. This comes amid countrywide protests and public calls for him and his brother, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, to quit as the country's economic situation worsens. In other news, Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos, the son of former Philippines dictator Ferdinand Marcos, is well on his way to complete a huge victory in the country’s presidential elections, according to an unofficial tally. Sri Lanka economic crisis: PM Mahinda Rajapaksa resigns as pressure mounts up The 76-year-old delivered his letter of resignation to his younger brother, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, paving the way for a "new unity government," according to spokesperson Rohan Weliwita. Philippines Election: Bongbong Marcos headed for presidency with massive lead The data provided by the Philippines Commission on Elections showed that Bongbong Marcos had a huge lead over Leni Robredo with almost half of the 70,000 polling stations submitting their results. 'Absolutely unacceptable threat': Russia defending motherland in Ukraine, says Putin During the Victory Day ceremony, Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Russian troops and volunteers fighting in the Donbass region of Ukraine are fighting for their Motherland. ‘If I die...’: Elon Musk posts cryptic tweet, receives stern reply from mother The tweet did not go down well with his mother and former supermodel Maye Musk who was visibly angry with it and even replied to the tweet saying "That's not funny". Two killed, 139 injured as government supporters attack protesters in Colombo The situation in Sri Lanka continue to deteriorate as the authorities have deployed armed troops in Colombo following clashes between the pro-government supporters and the protestors. U2's Bono gives 'freedom' concert in Kyiv metro amid Russian invasion Bono and his bandmate The Edge performed a 40-minute concert in a metro station in the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv on Sunday and praised Ukrainians fighting for their freedom from Russia. Gallery | In Pics: Is it war tourism? World leaders throng Ukraine to show support Since Russian forces have left the Kyiv suburbs, several world leaders like European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen and United States House Speaker Nancy Pelosi have visited Kyiv and other cities in Ukraine to show support. Chinese city of Zhoushan experiences blood red sky due to light refraction – WATCH It was a scene right out of an ‘end of the world’ movie as the sky turned red under a thick layer of fog in the Chinese city of Zhoushan. 'Not a big fan of maths': MS Dhoni on CSK's chances of making it to playoffs MS Dhoni said he would like CSK to take one game at a time and advised the players to enjoy themselves rather than worrying about the permutation and combination. Gallery | From the iconic spectacles to dhoti, Mahatma Gandhi's personal belongings go up for auction At an online auction in the United Kingdom, Mahatma Gandhi's personal items, including his wooden sandals and what is said to be the final photograph of him taken alive, are slated to fetch more than half a million pounds.

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According to its estimates released on Thursday, the Covid virus has killed 13.3 million to 16.6 million people in excess in 2020 and 2021. The WHO said that most of the excess deaths —84 per cent —were concentrated in southeast Asia, Europe and the Americas. In other news, billionaire Elon Musk has already raised $7.14 billion from investors in an attempt to accumulate $44 billion to buy Twitter

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The World Health Organization (WHO) on Thursday said that the death count associated with the COVID-19 pandemic is actually three times more than the official toll attributed to the virus.

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The investors include crypto exchange Binance, Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison, asset management firms, Brookfield, Fidelity and Sequoia Capital, said media reports.&nbsp; &nbsp;

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Amber Heard took to the stands in the third week of the trial that has seen her former husband Johnny Depp testifying against her and claiming that he had never hit her or any other woman in his life.

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India’s Border Security Force (BSF) on Wednesday said they have foiled plans of the Pakistani-based terror groups to attack Amarnath Yatra after detecting a cross-border tunnel along the International Border in Jammu and Kashmir's Samba district.

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The European Medicines Agency (EMA) announced on Thursday that they are going to evaluate Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine for children between the age of six months and five years.

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Dairo Usuga led the drug cartel known as ‘Clan del Golfo’ who used to control cocaine routes through Mexico, will be facing multiple charges in both New York and Florida district courts.

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According to the Kyiv School of Economics, Russian aggression costs Ukraine $4.5 billion per week, as bombs destroy thousands of buildings, public infrastructure, and kilometres of road.

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AB de Villiers will return as a golfer as he is set to team up with former tennis star Ashleigh Barty, who recently announced her retirement, in a top-flight golf tournament called the Icon Series.

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The Global Times' former Editor-in-Chief Hu Xijin clarified on China's Twitter-like platform Weibo that the person detained was a random guy with the surname 'Ma' and NOT Jack Ma, the tycoon.

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Thousands of residents of a historic Old West town in New Mexico face evacuation as fierce winds drove the largest active US wildfire through drought-parched forests.

According to its estimates released on Thursday, the Covid virus has killed 13.3 million to 16.6 million people in excess in 2020 and 2021. The WHO said that most of the excess deaths —84 per cent —were concentrated in southeast Asia, Europe and the Americas.

According to its estimates released on Thursday, the Covid virus has killed 13.3 million to 16.6 million people in excess in 2020 and 2021. The WHO said that most of the excess deaths —84 per cent —were concentrated in southeast Asia, Europe and the Americas. In other news, billionaire Elon Musk has already raised $7.14 billion from investors in an attempt to accumulate $44 billion to buy Twitter World’s Covid death toll triple than actually reported in 2020-21, says WHO The World Health Organization (WHO) on Thursday said that the death count associated with the COVID-19 pandemic is actually three times more than the official toll attributed to the virus. To buy Twitter for $44 billion, Elon Musk raises $7.14 billion from investors The investors include crypto exchange Binance, Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison, asset management firms, Brookfield, Fidelity and Sequoia Capital, said media reports. Key highlights of Amber Heard's testimony against Johnny Depp Amber Heard took to the stands in the third week of the trial that has seen her former husband Johnny Depp testifying against her and claiming that he had never hit her or any other woman in his life. Indian forces foil attack on Amarnath Yatra, detect tunnel connecting Pak India’s Border Security Force (BSF) on Wednesday said they have foiled plans of the Pakistani-based terror groups to attack Amarnath Yatra after detecting a cross-border tunnel along the International Border in Jammu and Kashmir's Samba district. EU regulator assessing Moderna COVID-19 vaccine for children under five The European Medicines Agency (EMA) announced on Thursday that they are going to evaluate Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine for children between the age of six months and five years. Colombian drug lord Dairo Usuga 'Otoniel' extradited to the US Dairo Usuga led the drug cartel known as ‘Clan del Golfo’ who used to control cocaine routes through Mexico, will be facing multiple charges in both New York and Florida district courts. To rebuild Ukraine, win war against Russia, Zelensky launches a crowdfunding platform According to the Kyiv School of Economics, Russian aggression costs Ukraine $4.5 billion per week, as bombs destroy thousands of buildings, public infrastructure, and kilometres of road. 'Golfer' AB de Villiers to team up with ex-tennis star Barty in Icon Series AB de Villiers will return as a golfer as he is set to team up with former tennis star Ashleigh Barty, who recently announced her retirement, in a top-flight golf tournament called the Icon Series. Random guy named Ma gets detained, Alibaba loses USD 26 billion The Global Times' former Editor-in-Chief Hu Xijin clarified on China's Twitter-like platform Weibo that the person detained was a random guy with the surname 'Ma' and NOT Jack Ma, the tycoon. Gallery | In Pics: New Mexico battles United States largest active wildfire Thousands of residents of a historic Old West town in New Mexico face evacuation as fierce winds drove the largest active US wildfire through drought-parched forests.

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During a visit to Borodyanka, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres described war as "evil" and "absurd." &nbsp;During Guterres' tour, he also went to Irpin and Bucha, where hundreds of civilians were allegedly killed by Russian forces. In other news, Moderna has formally submitted a request to the Food and Drug Administration for approval of two doses of its COVID-19 vaccine in children fewer than six years old, beginning a long-awaited government review process.

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UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres&nbsp;asked Russia to assist the International Criminal Court (ICC) on investigations into suspected war crimes committed during its invasion of Ukraine during a subsequent visit to Bucha.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/moderna-asks-fda-to-authorise-its-covid-vaccine-for-children-younger-than-6-474626">Moderna asks FDA to authorise its COVID vaccine for children younger than 6</a>

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Moderna's request is based on data released in March that showed two 25-microgram doses of their vaccine were effective in this age range. These are lower amounts than the two 100-microgram doses given to adults.

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Imran Khan has asked his Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf followers to assemble in the capital for yet another rally when he gives the call.&nbsp;By provoking his supporters to march to the Pakistani capital, several critics say, he is trying to take Pakistan down a very dangerous path.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/warning-to-billions-of-chrome-users-google-says-browser-successfully-targeted-by-hackers-474644">Warning to Chrome users! Google says browser successfully targeted by hackers</a>

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Chrome users have been warned as Google revealed 30 new security flaws, including seven that pose a 'high' threat.&nbsp;The tech firm&nbsp;has warned billions of users that the browser has been successfully targeted by hackers.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-votes-overwhelmingly-in-favour-of-supplying-heavy-weapons-to-ukraine-amid-ongoing-conflict-474643">Germany votes overwhelmingly in favour of supplying heavy weapons to Ukraine</a>

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Germany will become the latest European power to send ‘heavy weapons and complex systems’ to Ukraine after the country’s lawmakers voted in favour of aiding Ukraine with ammunition.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/150-skulls-found-in-mexican-cave-turn-out-to-be-remains-of-sacrificial-victims-from-ad-900-474700">150 skulls found in Mexican cave turn out to be remains of sacrificial victims from AD 900</a>

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Crime scenes usually end up in the arrest of the accused. But Mexican police, while finding a pile of around 150 skulls in a cave near Guatemalan border, could never imagine what it will actually turn out to be. &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/nandan-nilekani-looking-to-help-indian-small-merchants-with-open-network-for-digital-commerce-474634">Nandan Nilekani looking to help Indian small merchants with ONDC system</a>

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The project currently known as Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) will reportedly be an open network for small merchants to directly provide their products to traders as well as consumers.

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After slap and eggs, French President Emmanuel Macron was recently targeted by a bunch of tomatoes. The video of the incident went viral on social media platforms.&nbsp;Here's a list of infamous incidents when leaders and politicians were attacked by the public.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/will-elon-musk-finally-testify-against-johnny-depp-in-the-amber-heard-defamation-case-474557">Will Elon Musk finally testify against Johnny Depp in the Amber Heard defamation case?</a>

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Heard and Musk were in a relationship for a year in 2016 and it was widely being reported that he would testify on behalf of his ex-girlfriend. &nbsp;But it has now been confirmed that Musk will not be testifying in court.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/virat-kohli-needs-to-yuvraj-singh-shares-words-of-wisdom-for-struggling-rcb-and-indian-batter-474649">IPL 2022: Yuvraj Singh shares words of wisdom for struggling Virat Kohli</a>

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Commenting on Kohli's dip in form, former Indian all-rounder Yuvraj Singh feels that the ex-skipper needs to once again become a free-flowing personality to rediscover his mojo.

During a visit to Borodyanka, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres described war as "evil" and "absurd." During Guterres' tour, he also went to Irpin and Bucha, where hundreds of civilians were allegedly killed by Russian forces.

During a visit to Borodyanka, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres described war as "evil" and "absurd." During Guterres' tour, he also went to Irpin and Bucha, where hundreds of civilians were allegedly killed by Russian forces. In other news, Moderna has formally submitted a request to the Food and Drug Administration for approval of two doses of its COVID-19 vaccine in children fewer than six years old, beginning a long-awaited government review process. Click on headlines to read more In 21st century, war is an absurdity: UN chief visits destroyed Ukraine towns UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres asked Russia to assist the International Criminal Court (ICC) on investigations into suspected war crimes committed during its invasion of Ukraine during a subsequent visit to Bucha. Moderna asks FDA to authorise its COVID vaccine for children younger than 6 Moderna's request is based on data released in March that showed two 25-microgram doses of their vaccine were effective in this age range. These are lower amounts than the two 100-microgram doses given to adults. Opinion | Imran Khan, if Pakistan burns, you will have blood on your hands Imran Khan has asked his Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf followers to assemble in the capital for yet another rally when he gives the call. By provoking his supporters to march to the Pakistani capital, several critics say, he is trying to take Pakistan down a very dangerous path. Warning to Chrome users! Google says browser successfully targeted by hackers Chrome users have been warned as Google revealed 30 new security flaws, including seven that pose a 'high' threat. The tech firm has warned billions of users that the browser has been successfully targeted by hackers. Germany votes overwhelmingly in favour of supplying heavy weapons to Ukraine Germany will become the latest European power to send ‘heavy weapons and complex systems’ to Ukraine after the country’s lawmakers voted in favour of aiding Ukraine with ammunition. 150 skulls found in Mexican cave turn out to be remains of sacrificial victims from AD 900 Crime scenes usually end up in the arrest of the accused. But Mexican police, while finding a pile of around 150 skulls in a cave near Guatemalan border, could never imagine what it will actually turn out to be. Nandan Nilekani looking to help Indian small merchants with ONDC system The project currently known as Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) will reportedly be an open network for small merchants to directly provide their products to traders as well as consumers. Gallery | Occupational hazard? The world leaders who faced slaps, shoes, tomatoes & more After slap and eggs, French President Emmanuel Macron was recently targeted by a bunch of tomatoes. The video of the incident went viral on social media platforms. Here's a list of infamous incidents when leaders and politicians were attacked by the public. Will Elon Musk finally testify against Johnny Depp in the Amber Heard defamation case? Heard and Musk were in a relationship for a year in 2016 and it was widely being reported that he would testify on behalf of his ex-girlfriend. But it has now been confirmed that Musk will not be testifying in court. IPL 2022: Yuvraj Singh shares words of wisdom for struggling Virat Kohli Commenting on Kohli's dip in form, former Indian all-rounder Yuvraj Singh feels that the ex-skipper needs to once again become a free-flowing personality to rediscover his mojo.

Top 10 world news today: UN chief visits destroyed Ukraine towns and more

In what comes as a move to enhance&nbsp;defence, NATO on Monday said that it will be sending extra force, including ships and fighter jets, to eastern Europe as Russia continues to build up its troops near Ukraine. Several member countries of NATO have offered troops and equipment. Also, several people were injured after a gunman opened fire at a lecture hall at Heidelberg University in southwestern Germany.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-a-move-to-enhance-defence-nato-sends-extra-force-to-eastern-europe-447169">In a move to enhance defence, NATO sends extra force to eastern Europe</a>

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In what comes as a move to enhance&nbsp;defence, NATO on Monday said that it will be sending extra force, including ships and fighter jets, to eastern Europe as Russia continues to build up its troops near Ukraine. Several member countries of NATO have offered troops and equipment.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/several-people-injured-after-gunman-opens-fire-at-university-in-germany-447213">Several people injured after gunman opens fire at university in Germany</a>

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Several people were injured after a gunman opened fire at a lecture hall at Heidelberg University in southwestern Germany.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-two-ballistic-missiles-fired-by-houthis-intercepted-over-abu-dhabi-uae-447123">Watch | Two ballistic missiles fired by Houthis, intercepted over Abu Dhabi: UAE</a>

<img alt="Authorities in the United Arab Emirates said they intercepted two ballistic missiles claimed by Yemen's Houthi rebels over the skies of Abu Dhabi early Monday, the second attack on the Emirati capital in a week. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="f3ccf1ff-82ab-49fd-bbf8-acda7b57768e" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/3_83.jpg" />

Authorities in the United Arab Emirates said they intercepted two ballistic missiles claimed by Yemen's Houthi rebels over the skies of Abu Dhabi early Monday, the second attack on the Emirati capital in a week.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/burkina-faso-unrest-blood-stained-bullet-riddled-vehicles-of-president-seen-near-his-residence-447194">Burkina Faso unrest: Blood stained, bullet-riddled vehicles of President seen near his residence</a>

<img alt="Several presidential fleet armoured vehicles were sighted near the president's mansion on Monday morning (January 24), covered with blood and damaged with gunshots, following claims that Burkina Faso President Roch Kabore had been detained at a military barracks by mutinous soldiers." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="99a57be5-bf47-428c-b009-8a003a0ee23d" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/8_16.jpg" />

Several presidential fleet armoured vehicles were sighted near the president's mansion on Monday morning (January 24), covered with blood and damaged with gunshots, following claims that Burkina Faso President Roch Kabore had been detained at a military barracks by mutinous soldiers.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/julian-assange-wins-right-to-appeal-us-extradition-decision-447148">Julian Assange wins right to appeal US extradition decision</a>

<img alt="WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has won the right to ask the Supreme Court to block his extradition to the US. The High Court ruled on Monday that Assange had an arguable point. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="6146f95f-86a2-46e2-b9a4-36aedd63045b" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/10_18.jpg" />

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has won the right to ask the Supreme Court to block his extradition to the US.&nbsp;The High Court ruled on Monday that Assange had an arguable point.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/online-education-woefully-inadequate-teachers-fail-to-make-emontional-connect-study-447215">Online education 'woefully inadequate' teachers fail to make emotional connect: Study</a>

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According to recent research, online schooling remains "woefully insufficient" across the country, with 40-70 percent of children living without access to a gadget.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/from-lame-to-ninja-here-are-the-words-that-are-problematic-as-per-university-of-washington-447181">From lame to ninja: Here are the words that are problematic as per University of Washington</a>

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The University of Washington has released a new guideline that states why the use of certain words can be considered ‘problematic.’

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hard-to-ignore-us-woman-finds-3-million-lottery-prize-winning-mail-in-spam-folder-447152">Hard to ignore: US woman finds $3 million lottery prize winning mail in spam folder</a>

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If you have the habit of ignoring junk mail, it’s the right time to rethink. Well, absolutely as a woman in the United States won a $3 million lottery prize due to a mail in the spam folder. &nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ex-pope-benedict-xvi-confesses-about-faulty-testimony-in-german-abuse-case-447192">Ex Pope Benedict XVI confesses about faulty testimony in German abuse case</a>

<img alt="In a confession made by former Pope Benedict XVI on Monday, he admitted that he was present at a meeting in 1980 where an abusive priest was discussed. He further claimed that he mistakenly told German investigators he was not there. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="2f1d20b5-6990-4765-946d-f3902d2c2a47" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/7_19.jpg" />

In a confession made by former Pope Benedict XVI on Monday, he admitted that he was present at a meeting in 1980 where an abusive priest was discussed. He further claimed that he mistakenly told German investigators he was not there.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-tech-giant-tencents-wechat-blocks-account-of-australian-prime-minister-scott-morrison-447113">Chinese tech giant Tencent's WeChat blocks account of Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison</a>

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Popular Chinese messaging app WeChat blocked the account of Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison amid diplomatic tensions between the two nations.

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In what comes as a move to enhance defence, NATO on Monday said that it will be sending extra force, including ships and fighter jets, to eastern Europe as Russia continues to build up its troops near Ukraine.

In what comes as a move to enhance defence, NATO on Monday said that it will be sending extra force, including ships and fighter jets, to eastern Europe as Russia continues to build up its troops near Ukraine. Several member countries of NATO have offered troops and equipment. Also, several people were injured after a gunman opened fire at a lecture hall at Heidelberg University in southwestern Germany. Click on headlines to read more In a move to enhance defence, NATO sends extra force to eastern Europe In what comes as a move to enhance defence, NATO on Monday said that it will be sending extra force, including ships and fighter jets, to eastern Europe as Russia continues to build up its troops near Ukraine. Several member countries of NATO have offered troops and equipment. Several people injured after gunman opens fire at university in Germany Several people were injured after a gunman opened fire at a lecture hall at Heidelberg University in southwestern Germany. Watch | Two ballistic missiles fired by Houthis, intercepted over Abu Dhabi: UAE Authorities in the United Arab Emirates said they intercepted two ballistic missiles claimed by Yemen's Houthi rebels over the skies of Abu Dhabi early Monday, the second attack on the Emirati capital in a week. Burkina Faso unrest: Blood stained, bullet-riddled vehicles of President seen near his residence Several presidential fleet armoured vehicles were sighted near the president's mansion on Monday morning (January 24), covered with blood and damaged with gunshots, following claims that Burkina Faso President Roch Kabore had been detained at a military barracks by mutinous soldiers. Julian Assange wins right to appeal US extradition decision WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has won the right to ask the Supreme Court to block his extradition to the US. The High Court ruled on Monday that Assange had an arguable point. Online education 'woefully inadequate' teachers fail to make emotional connect: Study According to recent research, online schooling remains "woefully insufficient" across the country, with 40-70 percent of children living without access to a gadget. From lame to ninja: Here are the words that are problematic as per University of Washington The University of Washington has released a new guideline that states why the use of certain words can be considered ‘problematic.’ Hard to ignore: US woman finds $3 million lottery prize winning mail in spam folder If you have the habit of ignoring junk mail, it’s the right time to rethink. Well, absolutely as a woman in the United States won a $3 million lottery prize due to a mail in the spam folder. Ex Pope Benedict XVI confesses about faulty testimony in German abuse case In a confession made by former Pope Benedict XVI on Monday, he admitted that he was present at a meeting in 1980 where an abusive priest was discussed. He further claimed that he mistakenly told German investigators he was not there. Chinese tech giant Tencent's WeChat blocks account of Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison Popular Chinese messaging app WeChat blocked the account of Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison amid diplomatic tensions between the two nations.

Top 10 world news: Shooting in Germany's university, NATO sends force to Europe, and more

In a diplomatic earthquake, German Navy chief VAdm Kay-Achim Schönbach stepped down on Saturday after his comments in New Delhi which called for rapprochement with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukraine can't become a NATO member. Also,&nbsp;British MP Nusrat Ghani has alleged that&nbsp;she was sacked from her job in Prime Minister Boris Johnson's Conservative government for being Muslim.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-calls-uks-claim-as-evidence-that-nato-escalating-tensions-around-ukraine-446893">Russia calls UK's claim as 'evidence' that NATO escalating tensions around Ukraine</a>

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Russia on Sunday rejected the claim made by the UK government saying it did not provide corroboration to back it up.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/german-navy-chief-steps-down-after-his-new-delhi-comments-on-putin-ukraine-446810">German Navy chief steps down after his New Delhi comments on Putin, Ukraine</a>

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In a diplomatic earthquake, German Navy chief VAdm Kay-Achim Schönbach stepped down on Saturday after his comments in New Delhi which called for rapprochement with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukraine can't become a NATO member.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-mp-nusrat-ghani-alleges-she-was-sacked-from-job-in-pm-johnsons-government-for-being-muslim-446911">UK MP Nusrat Ghani alleges she was sacked from job in PM Johnson's government for being Muslim</a>

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British MP Nusrat Ghani has alleged that&nbsp;she was sacked from her job in Prime Minister Boris Johnson's Conservative government for being Muslim.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-are-worried-hong-kong-leader-carrie-lam-defends-hamster-culling-446941">'We are worried': Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam defends hamster culling</a>

<img alt="Defending mass culling of hamsters, Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam said that Covid infections could be growing exponentially due to an outbreak in pet hamsters." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="e8dfacf3-ad36-4e73-a698-82927fe6db66" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/4_42.jpg" />

Defending mass culling of hamsters, Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam said that Covid infections could be growing exponentially due to an outbreak in pet hamsters.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkish-journalist-detained-after-insulting-erdogan-in-tv-interview-446929">Turkish journalist detained after 'insulting' Erdogan in TV interview</a>

<img alt="Prominent Turkish TV journalist, Sedef Kabas, has been detained for &quot;insulting&quot; the nation's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and could face imprisonment for the same." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="2f251afb-0494-47bf-b7a0-0472ba111e36" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/6_20.jpg" />

Prominent Turkish TV journalist, Sedef Kabas, has been detained for "insulting" the nation's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and could face imprisonment for the same.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/elon-musks-neuralink-to-start-clinical-trials-of-implanting-brain-chips-in-humans-446942">Elon Musk's Neuralink to start clinical trials of implanting brain chips in humans</a>

<img alt="Billionaire Elon Musk's company Neuralink is conceiving implants to be able to communicate with machines by thought. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="34b58a0a-28f0-424d-a862-583db8ff60cf" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/5_30.jpg" />

Billionaire Elon Musk's company Neuralink is conceiving implants to be able to communicate with machines by thought.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/twitter-accounts-of-several-indian-ministers-hacked-official-complaints-lodged-446913">Twitter accounts of several Indian ministers hacked, official complaints lodged</a>

<img alt="The official Twitter accounts of Indian Union Minister Rao Inderjit Singh, Rajasthan Governor Kalraj Mishra and former Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda were hacked on Sunday. A similar tweet in Urdu was shared from Minister Rao Inderjit and Governor Kalraj's handle. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="ce555c6f-3bd5-47fe-b4f6-6579b912d033" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/8_15.jpg" />

The official Twitter accounts of Indian Union Minister Rao Inderjit Singh, &nbsp;Rajasthan Governor Kalraj Mishra and former Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda were hacked on Sunday. A similar tweet in Urdu was shared from Minister Rao Inderjit and Governor Kalraj's handle.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-warn-against-womens-rights-activism-after-two-activists-were-seized-from-their-homes-446896">Taliban warn against women's rights activism after two activists were seized from their homes</a>

<img alt="Taliban authorities have warned that they have all the rights to crackdown on dissent and jailed protestors. This comes in as concerns grow over the disappearance of two women activists in Afghanistan. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="3c22534a-c817-4678-8fae-cc7b56b741a4" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/7_18.jpg" />

Taliban authorities have warned that they have all the rights to crackdown on dissent and jailed protestors. This comes in as concerns grow over the disappearance of two women activists in Afghanistan.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/since-record-high-in-november-2021-bitcoin-plummets-to-almost-half-its-value-446920">Since record high in November 2021, Bitcoin plummets to almost half its value</a>

<img alt="With numerous economies looking to keep a check on the growing popularity of cryptocurrency, Bitcoin seems to have lost almost half of its value since its record high in November last year. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="945292e0-1e52-4fa4-b395-fd89166e41d2" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/9_17.jpg" />

With numerous economies looking to keep a check on the growing popularity of cryptocurrency, Bitcoin seems to have lost almost half of its value since its record high in November last year.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/republic-day-2022-abide-with-me-dropped-from-musical-line-up-by-modi-government-446923#:~:text=The%20central%20government%20has%20dropped,Beating%20Retreat%20ceremony%20since%201950.">Republic Day 2022: 'Abide with me' dropped from musical line-up by Modi government</a>

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The central government has dropped the hymn 'Abide with me' from the musical line-up of Republic Day.

In a diplomatic earthquake, German Navy chief VAdm Kay-Achim Schönbach stepped down on Saturday after his comments in New Delhi which called for rapprochement with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukraine can't become a NATO member.

In a diplomatic earthquake, German Navy chief VAdm Kay-Achim Schönbach stepped down on Saturday after his comments in New Delhi which called for rapprochement with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukraine can't become a NATO member. Also, British MP Nusrat Ghani has alleged that she was sacked from her job in Prime Minister Boris Johnson's Conservative government for being Muslim. Click on headlines to read more Russia calls UK's claim as 'evidence' that NATO escalating tensions around Ukraine Russia on Sunday rejected the claim made by the UK government saying it did not provide corroboration to back it up. German Navy chief steps down after his New Delhi comments on Putin, Ukraine In a diplomatic earthquake, German Navy chief VAdm Kay-Achim Schönbach stepped down on Saturday after his comments in New Delhi which called for rapprochement with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukraine can't become a NATO member. UK MP Nusrat Ghani alleges she was sacked from job in PM Johnson's government for being Muslim British MP Nusrat Ghani has alleged that she was sacked from her job in Prime Minister Boris Johnson's Conservative government for being Muslim. 'We are worried': Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam defends hamster culling Defending mass culling of hamsters, Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam said that Covid infections could be growing exponentially due to an outbreak in pet hamsters. Turkish journalist detained after 'insulting' Erdogan in TV interview Prominent Turkish TV journalist, Sedef Kabas, has been detained for "insulting" the nation's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and could face imprisonment for the same. Elon Musk's Neuralink to start clinical trials of implanting brain chips in humans Billionaire Elon Musk's company Neuralink is conceiving implants to be able to communicate with machines by thought. Twitter accounts of several Indian ministers hacked, official complaints lodged The official Twitter accounts of Indian Union Minister Rao Inderjit Singh, Rajasthan Governor Kalraj Mishra and former Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda were hacked on Sunday. A similar tweet in Urdu was shared from Minister Rao Inderjit and Governor Kalraj's handle. Taliban warn against women's rights activism after two activists were seized from their homes Taliban authorities have warned that they have all the rights to crackdown on dissent and jailed protestors. This comes in as concerns grow over the disappearance of two women activists in Afghanistan. Since record high in November 2021, Bitcoin plummets to almost half its value With numerous economies looking to keep a check on the growing popularity of cryptocurrency, Bitcoin seems to have lost almost half of its value since its record high in November last year. Republic Day 2022: 'Abide with me' dropped from musical line-up by Modi government The central government has dropped the hymn 'Abide with me' from the musical line-up of Republic Day.

Top 10 world news: Turkish journalist detained, Twitter account of Indian ministers hacked, and more

As tensions continue to rise between Russia and Ukraine, the first shipment of assistance sent by the United States to Ukraine arrived in Kyiv, the US Embassy informed on Saturday (January 22). Also,&nbsp;UK-based Space Entertainment Enterprise has signed a deal to launch the first entertainment studio in space. Elena and Dmitry Lesnevsky, who are the producers of an upcoming Tom Cruise movie set in space, announced that they have signed a deal to build a fully operational movie studio.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/first-part-of-us-defence-aid-arrives-in-ukraine-germany-will-not-supply-weapons-to-kyiv-for-now-446699">First part of US defence aid arrives in Ukraine; Germany will not supply weapons to Kyiv for now</a>

<img alt="As tensions continue to rise between Russia and Ukraine, the first shipment of assistance sent by the United States to Ukraine arrived in Kyiv, the US Embassy informed on Saturday (January 22). " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="46db241d-5c1e-4d0d-96a1-80562ca0beeb" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/1_113.jpg" />

As tensions continue to rise between Russia and Ukraine, the first shipment of assistance sent by the United States to Ukraine arrived in Kyiv, the US Embassy informed on Saturday (January 22).&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/will-covid-19-start-diminishing-in-2022-or-the-world-will-see-new-variants-446723">Will COVID-19 start diminishing in 2022 or the world will see new variants?</a>

<img alt="Some countries around the world are witnessing a record rise in the number of coronavirus (COVID-19) cases after the emergence of the Omicron variant. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="90c9d2b5-7bba-4eb7-a153-8ad8d4a5df44" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/3_81.jpg" />

Some countries around the world are witnessing a record rise in the number of coronavirus (COVID-19) cases after the emergence of the Omicron variant.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-ordered-to-seize-voting-machines-after-electoral-loss-report-446705">Donald Trump ordered to seize voting machines after electoral loss: Report</a>

<img alt="After his defeat in the 2020 elections, Donald Trump allegedly drafted an executive order directing the US’ top military leader to seize voting machines, a report has revealed." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="fb37207b-94f1-4ae5-8705-d9da0e0597c6" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/2_105.jpg" />

After his defeat in the 2020 elections, Donald Trump allegedly drafted an executive order directing the US’ top military leader to seize voting machines, a report has revealed.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/afghan-woman-in-hiding-speaks-with-hillary-clinton-talks-about-what-changed-after-taliban-takeover-446730">Afghan woman in hiding speaks with Hillary Clinton, talks about what changed after Taliban takeover</a>

<img alt="One Afghan woman hiding from the Taliban recently spoke to former US secretary of state Hillary Clinton on a podcast show hosted by BBC on women and war called ‘Women Building Peace’." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="e6f8510d-aa17-4874-b09b-78c932a94417" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/4_41.jpg" />

One Afghan woman hiding from the Taliban recently spoke to former US secretary of state Hillary Clinton on a podcast show hosted by BBC on women and war called ‘Women Building Peace’.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/the-first-ever-space-based-entertainment-studio-is-all-set-to-launch-in-2024-446696#:~:text=UK%2Dbased%20Space%20Entertainment%20Enterprise,a%20fully%20operational%20movie%20studio.">The first ever space-based entertainment studio is all set to launch in 2024</a>

<img alt="UK-based Space Entertainment Enterprise has signed a deal to launch the first entertainment studio in space. Elena and Dmitry Lesnevsky, who are the producers of an upcoming Tom Cruise movie set in space, announced that they have signed a deal to build a fully operational movie studio. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="b80aa15a-3e86-43d0-a1f4-6f1f581192b3" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/7_17.jpg" />

UK-based Space Entertainment Enterprise has signed a deal to launch the first entertainment studio in space. Elena and Dmitry Lesnevsky, who are the producers of an upcoming Tom Cruise movie set in space, announced that they have signed a deal to build a fully operational movie studio.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/rio-de-janeiro-postpones-carnival-parades-as-omicron-cases-spike-446716">Rio de Janeiro postpones Carnival parades as Omicron cases spike</a>

<img alt="As coronavirus cases are increasing in Brazil, the carnival festivities in Rio de Janeiro have been postponed. They will now be held in late April and not the final weekend of February. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="7d94a6f9-c884-433e-a786-b4bab98f443a" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/6_19.jpg" />

As coronavirus cases are increasing in Brazil, the carnival festivities in Rio de Janeiro have been postponed. They will now be held in late April and not the final weekend of February.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-sees-a-surge-in-covid-cases-ahead-of-lunar-new-year-446707">Taiwan sees a surge in Covid cases ahead of Lunar New Year</a>

<img alt="Taiwan is reporting a surge in Covid cases just ahead of the Lunar New Year. The region has reported several clusters as the Omicron variant of coronavirus is leading a new wave. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="32053b4f-1968-4055-ab64-fcb15a1d7517" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/5_29.jpg" />

Taiwan is reporting a surge in Covid cases just ahead of the Lunar New Year. The region has reported several clusters as the Omicron variant of coronavirus is leading a new wave.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-49-year-old-man-found-dead-at-home-surrounded-by-125-snakes-446734">US: 49-year-old man found dead at home surrounded by 125 snakes</a>

<img alt="In a horrifying incident, a US man was found dead at his home surrounded by snakes. The 49-year-old man who lived in Charles County in Maryland was surrounded by at least 125 snakes, including the highly venomous cobras and black mambas." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="004da3e6-df44-41b2-8013-8c9ac98ed7d7" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/10_16.jpg" />

In a horrifying incident, a US man was found dead at his home surrounded by snakes. The 49-year-old man who lived in Charles County in Maryland was surrounded by at least 125 snakes, including the highly venomous cobras and black mambas.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-six-people-dead-more-than-20-injured-in-fire-at-mumbai-high-rise-446736">India: Six people dead, more than 20 injured in fire at Mumbai high-rise</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-six-people-dead-more-than-20-injured-in-fire-at-mumbai-high-rise-446736#:~:text=At%20least%20six%20people%20were,building%20in%20Tardeo%2C%20South%20Mumbai."><img alt="At least six people were killed and more than 20 were injured in a building fire in an Indian city Mumbai on Saturday (January 22), an official of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) informed. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="a184bc01-a058-472c-92f9-5d6cc4704bcf" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/8_14.jpg" /></a>

At least six people were killed and more than 20 were injured in a building fire in an Indian city Mumbai on Saturday (January 22), an official of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) informed.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/two-let-terrorists-killed-in-jammu-and-kashmirs-shopian-encounter-446727">Two LeT terrorists killed in Jammu and Kashmir’s Shopian encounter&nbsp;</a>

<img alt="Two terrorists belonging to the Lashkar-e-Taiba outfit have been killed in an encounter in South Kashmir's Kilbal area of Shopian district. The identification of the terrorists is yet to be known. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="20528070-b77a-4d45-81b5-b5310fa49acd" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/9_16.jpg" />

Two terrorists belonging to the Lashkar-e-Taiba outfit have been killed in an encounter in South Kashmir's Kilbal area of Shopian district. The identification of the terrorists is yet to be known.&nbsp;

As tensions continue to rise between Russia and Ukraine, the first shipment of assistance sent by the United States to Ukraine arrived in Kyiv, the US Embassy informed on Saturday (January 22).

As tensions continue to rise between Russia and Ukraine, the first shipment of assistance sent by the United States to Ukraine arrived in Kyiv, the US Embassy informed on Saturday (January 22). Also, UK-based Space Entertainment Enterprise has signed a deal to launch the first entertainment studio in space. Elena and Dmitry Lesnevsky, who are the producers of an upcoming Tom Cruise movie set in space, announced that they have signed a deal to build a fully operational movie studio. Click on headlines to read more First part of US defence aid arrives in Ukraine; Germany will not supply weapons to Kyiv for now As tensions continue to rise between Russia and Ukraine, the first shipment of assistance sent by the United States to Ukraine arrived in Kyiv, the US Embassy informed on Saturday (January 22). Will COVID-19 start diminishing in 2022 or the world will see new variants? Some countries around the world are witnessing a record rise in the number of coronavirus (COVID-19) cases after the emergence of the Omicron variant. Donald Trump ordered to seize voting machines after electoral loss: Report After his defeat in the 2020 elections, Donald Trump allegedly drafted an executive order directing the US’ top military leader to seize voting machines, a report has revealed. Afghan woman in hiding speaks with Hillary Clinton, talks about what changed after Taliban takeover One Afghan woman hiding from the Taliban recently spoke to former US secretary of state Hillary Clinton on a podcast show hosted by BBC on women and war called ‘Women Building Peace’. The first ever space-based entertainment studio is all set to launch in 2024 UK-based Space Entertainment Enterprise has signed a deal to launch the first entertainment studio in space. Elena and Dmitry Lesnevsky, who are the producers of an upcoming Tom Cruise movie set in space, announced that they have signed a deal to build a fully operational movie studio. Rio de Janeiro postpones Carnival parades as Omicron cases spike As coronavirus cases are increasing in Brazil, the carnival festivities in Rio de Janeiro have been postponed. They will now be held in late April and not the final weekend of February. Taiwan sees a surge in Covid cases ahead of Lunar New Year Taiwan is reporting a surge in Covid cases just ahead of the Lunar New Year. The region has reported several clusters as the Omicron variant of coronavirus is leading a new wave. US: 49-year-old man found dead at home surrounded by 125 snakes In a horrifying incident, a US man was found dead at his home surrounded by snakes. The 49-year-old man who lived in Charles County in Maryland was surrounded by at least 125 snakes, including the highly venomous cobras and black mambas. India: Six people dead, more than 20 injured in fire at Mumbai high-rise At least six people were killed and more than 20 were injured in a building fire in an Indian city Mumbai on Saturday (January 22), an official of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) informed. Two LeT terrorists killed in Jammu and Kashmir’s Shopian encounter Two terrorists belonging to the Lashkar-e-Taiba outfit have been killed in an encounter in South Kashmir's Kilbal area of Shopian district. The identification of the terrorists is yet to be known.

Top 10 world news: US aid arrives in Ukraine, Covid surge in Taiwan, Brazil, and more

In an attempt to defuse tensions along the Russian-Ukrainian border, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with his Russian colleague, Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, on neutral territory in Geneva on Friday in the hopes of breaking tensions on Ukraine. In other news, a&nbsp;latest preliminary study has revealed that Russia's Covid vaccine, Sputnik V, has shown&nbsp;higher Omicron-antibody levels than the Pfizer Covid vaccine.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/blinken-says-lavrov-repeated-to-him-that-russia-has-no-intention-of-invading-ukraine-446488" hreflang="en">Lavrov repeated to me that Russia has no intention to invade Ukraine: Blinken</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/01/21/235116-untitled-design-7.jpg" />Blinken told reporters that he and Lavorov "agreed that it's important for the diplomatic process to continue." He said it was "really up to Russia to decide which path it will pursue." Many believe that, with an estimated 100,000 Russian troops massed near Ukraine, Moscow is planning an invasion, despite Russia's denials.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/infant-among-four-4-indians-freeze-to-death-along-us-canada-border-minister-seeks-probe-446536">Infant among four 4 Indians freeze to death along US-Canada border, minister seeks probe</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/01/21/235152-fdfdsdddd.jpg" />The bodies were discovered amid vast snowdrifts on Wednesday, when the temperature was -35 degrees Celsius (-31 degrees Fahrenheit), accounting for the wind, officials said.&nbsp;On Thursday, US authorities said a Florida man identified as Steve Shand, 47, had been charged with&nbsp;human smuggling&nbsp;in connection with the group.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sputnik-v-shows-higher-omicron-antibody-levels-than-pfizer-study-446519">Sputnik V shows higher Omicron-antibody levels than Pfizer: Study</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/14/194886-untitled-design-13.jpg" />Study's findings revealed that Omicron-specific neutralising antibodies were detected in the blood serum of 74.2 per cent of the people vaccinated with Sputnik while for Pfizer it was 56.9 per cent.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-responds-to-arunachal-boys-kidnap-says-will-crack-down-on-illegal-border-entry-exit-446429">China on Arunachal boy’s kidnap: ‘Crack down on illegal border entry &amp; exit’</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/01/21/235064-boy.jpg" />As concerns remain over the abduction of 17-year-old Arunachal youth allegedly by China’s PLA army, Beijing on Friday not only continued its rhetoric of claiming India’s territory as their own, but also added that their army would “crack down on illegal border entry and exit”.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/watchdog-had-warned-of-afghan-force-collapse-way-before-us-pullout-446442">Watchdog had warned of Afghan force collapse way before US pullout</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/03/17/187666-us-troops-in-afghanistan.jpg" />SIGAR analysed Washington’s spending and progress in Afghanistan since 2008. It has also released certain reports that highlighted corruption, Afghan and US leadership failings. It also offered recommendations on where and how to improve.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-govt-bans-35-youtube-channels-2-websites-for-running-anti-india-propaganda-446517">Indian govt bans 35 YouTube channels, 2 websites for running ‘anti-India’ propaganda</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/12/07/172893-untitled-design.jpg" />These websites and channels had a total of 120 million subscribers and were running fake news on&nbsp;former Chief of Defence Staff Late General Bipin Rawat, the ministry stated.&nbsp;The Indian intelligence agencies were closely monitoring these social media accounts and websites and flagged them to the ministry for immediate action, he added.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/samsung-takes-down-ad-featuring-muslim-woman-supporting-drag-queen-son-after-backlash-in-singapore-446475">Samsung takes down ad featuring Muslim woman supporting drag queen son after backlash in Singapore</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/11/24/223275-samsung.jpg" />The ad, which was part of a campaign called “Listen to Your Heart”, was meant to promote the South Korean tech giant’s new wearable products, like noise-cancelling earbuds and a smart watch with a heart rate monitor. It filmed several participants’ reactions as they listened to heartfelt recorded messages from their loved ones.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/a-royal-job-queen-elizabeth-ii-hiring-part-time-maid-but-its-for-minimum-wage-446529">A 'Royal' job: Queen Elizabeth II hiring part-time maid - but it's for minimum wage</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/12/29/229985-queen-elizabeth-ii.jpg" />Applicants for the part-time housekeeping assistant position would be expected to work 20 hours per week at Edinburgh's Palace of Holyroodhouse. They will be paid £9.50, which is the UK's new national minimum wage of $12.95.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-sends-2000-anti-tank-weapons-to-ukraine-amid-fears-of-russian-invasion-446457">UK sends 2,000 anti-tank weapons to Ukraine amid fears of Russian invasion</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/01/19/234511-ru11.jpg" />Members of the Ranger Regiment, which is part of the army's newly formed Special Operations Brigade, were flown out aboard military jets that also delivered 2,000 anti-tank missile launchers to the country this week, Sky News reported. British surveillance aircraft have also been sighted as part of the UK's subtle but noticeable build-up of military support for Ukraine.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/uttar-pradesh-assembly-elections-2022-this-man-set-to-contest-his-94th-poll-wants-to-lose-100-times-446516">Uttar Pradesh Assembly Elections 2022: This man set to contest his 94th poll, wants to lose 100 times</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/01/21/235135-hasanuram.JPG" />While many people are running for office in the hopes of winning, one person is doing so solely to lose. Hasanuram Ambedkari, an independent candidate from the Kheragarh Assembly constituency in Uttar Pradesh's Agra, has filed his nomination papers.

In an attempt to defuse tensions along the Russian-Ukrainian border, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with his Russian colleague, Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, on neutral territory in Geneva on Friday in the hopes of breaking tensions on Ukraine.

In an attempt to defuse tensions along the Russian-Ukrainian border, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with his Russian colleague, Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, on neutral territory in Geneva on Friday in the hopes of breaking tensions on Ukraine. In other news, a latest preliminary study has revealed that Russia's Covid vaccine, Sputnik V, has shown higher Omicron-antibody levels than the Pfizer Covid vaccine. Click on headlines to read more Lavrov repeated to me that Russia has no intention to invade Ukraine: Blinken Blinken told reporters that he and Lavorov "agreed that it's important for the diplomatic process to continue." He said it was "really up to Russia to decide which path it will pursue." Many believe that, with an estimated 100,000 Russian troops massed near Ukraine, Moscow is planning an invasion, despite Russia's denials. Infant among four 4 Indians freeze to death along US-Canada border, minister seeks probe The bodies were discovered amid vast snowdrifts on Wednesday, when the temperature was -35 degrees Celsius (-31 degrees Fahrenheit), accounting for the wind, officials said. On Thursday, US authorities said a Florida man identified as Steve Shand, 47, had been charged with human smuggling in connection with the group. Sputnik V shows higher Omicron-antibody levels than Pfizer: Study Study's findings revealed that Omicron-specific neutralising antibodies were detected in the blood serum of 74.2 per cent of the people vaccinated with Sputnik while for Pfizer it was 56.9 per cent. China on Arunachal boy’s kidnap: ‘Crack down on illegal border entry & exit’ As concerns remain over the abduction of 17-year-old Arunachal youth allegedly by China’s PLA army, Beijing on Friday not only continued its rhetoric of claiming India’s territory as their own, but also added that their army would “crack down on illegal border entry and exit”. Watchdog had warned of Afghan force collapse way before US pullout SIGAR analysed Washington’s spending and progress in Afghanistan since 2008. It has also released certain reports that highlighted corruption, Afghan and US leadership failings. It also offered recommendations on where and how to improve. Indian govt bans 35 YouTube channels, 2 websites for running ‘anti-India’ propaganda These websites and channels had a total of 120 million subscribers and were running fake news on former Chief of Defence Staff Late General Bipin Rawat, the ministry stated. The Indian intelligence agencies were closely monitoring these social media accounts and websites and flagged them to the ministry for immediate action, he added. Samsung takes down ad featuring Muslim woman supporting drag queen son after backlash in Singapore The ad, which was part of a campaign called “Listen to Your Heart”, was meant to promote the South Korean tech giant’s new wearable products, like noise-cancelling earbuds and a smart watch with a heart rate monitor. It filmed several participants’ reactions as they listened to heartfelt recorded messages from their loved ones. A 'Royal' job: Queen Elizabeth II hiring part-time maid - but it's for minimum wage Applicants for the part-time housekeeping assistant position would be expected to work 20 hours per week at Edinburgh's Palace of Holyroodhouse. They will be paid £9.50, which is the UK's new national minimum wage of $12.95. UK sends 2,000 anti-tank weapons to Ukraine amid fears of Russian invasion Members of the Ranger Regiment, which is part of the army's newly formed Special Operations Brigade, were flown out aboard military jets that also delivered 2,000 anti-tank missile launchers to the country this week, Sky News reported. British surveillance aircraft have also been sighted as part of the UK's subtle but noticeable build-up of military support for Ukraine. Uttar Pradesh Assembly Elections 2022: This man set to contest his 94th poll, wants to lose 100 times While many people are running for office in the hopes of winning, one person is doing so solely to lose. Hasanuram Ambedkari, an independent candidate from the Kheragarh Assembly constituency in Uttar Pradesh's Agra, has filed his nomination papers.

Top 10 world news: US & Russia meet amid Ukraine tensions, 4 Indians die at US-Canada border and more

In a major development, the US has approved requests by Baltic countries to ship US-made weapons to Ukraine as fears of Russian invasion mount, as per officials. Also,&nbsp;Ghislaine Maxwell’s lawyers have filed documents requesting a new trial. In a letter to the court, the lawyers wrote that they filed her “motion for a New Trial … and accompanying exhibits under seal.”

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/usa-approves-baltic-request-to-send-us-made-weapons-to-ukraine-446173">USA approves Baltic request to send US-made weapons to Ukraine</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/usa-approves-baltic-request-to-send-us-made-weapons-to-ukraine-446173"><img alt="In a major development, the US has approved requests by Baltic countries to ship US-made weapons to Ukraine as fears of Russian invasion mount, as per officials." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="c0ca7337-49b8-4cb0-8c1f-343cb9a0a904" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/1_112.jpg" /></a>

In a major development, the US has approved requests by Baltic countries to ship US-made weapons to Ukraine as fears of Russian invasion mount, as per officials.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/at-least-3-killed-over-20-injured-after-a-blast-in-pakistans-lahore-446176">At least 3 killed, over 20 injured after a blast in Pakistan's Lahore</a>

<img alt="At least three people have been killed and over 20 have been injured after a blast in Lahore's Lohari Gate area" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="265231f1-0ea5-4fd3-bbf3-fbf1fc532cf0" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/2_104.jpg" />

At least three people have been killed and over 20 have been injured after a blast in Lahore's Lohari Gate area.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ghislaine-maxwell-trial-lawyers-file-request-for-retrial-after-jurors-revelation-446216">Ghislaine Maxwell trial: Lawyers file request for retrial after juror’s revelation</a>

<img alt="Ghislaine Maxwell’s lawyers have filed documents requesting a new trial. In a letter to the court, the lawyers wrote that they filed her “motion for a New Trial … and accompanying exhibits under seal.”" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="42767c86-6e9f-41af-aab9-3d95c98582b9" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/3_80.jpg" />

Ghislaine Maxwell’s lawyers have filed documents requesting a new trial. In a letter to the court, the lawyers wrote that they filed her “motion for a New Trial … and accompanying exhibits under seal.”

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/over-500000-jobs-lost-in-afghanistan-since-taliban-takeover-women-worst-hit-446183#:~:text=A%20report%20by%20UN%20International,will%20increase%20to%20nearly%20700%2C000.">Over 500,000 jobs lost in Afghanistan since Taliban takeover, women worst hit</a>

<img alt="A report by UN International Labour Organisation (ILO) has revealed that ever since the Taliban took over Afghanistan, over half a million people have lost their jobs." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="03d91fce-c503-4dcb-9c17-eccbbb620d77" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/4_40.jpg" />

A report by UN International Labour Organisation (ILO) has revealed that ever since the Taliban took over Afghanistan, over half a million people have lost their jobs.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-26-year-old-woman-given-death-sentence-over-blasphemous-whatsapp-status-446194">Pakistan: 26-year-old woman given death sentence over 'blasphemous' WhatsApp status</a>

<img alt="A 26-year-old Muslim woman in Pakistan was sentenced to death over a 'blasphemous' WhatsApp status which had caricatures of Prophet Mohammed." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="fb114d8b-3f9e-40e3-8162-09f5c65fa826" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/6_18.jpg" />

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/russia-mulls-ban-on-cryptocurrency-use-and-mining-446224">Russia mulls ban on cryptocurrency use and mining</a>

<img alt="Russian central bank has proposed a ban on cryptocurrency use and mining on Russian territory. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="c452a85d-aabf-4b67-a2af-6e53514f6870" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/5_28.jpg" />

Russian central bank has proposed a ban on cryptocurrency use and mining on Russian territory.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-slams-hostile-policy-of-us-hints-it-may-resume-nuclear-long-range-missile-tests-446170">North Korea slams 'hostile policy' of US, hints it may resume nuclear, long-range missile tests</a>

<img alt="After a series of missile tests, North Korea on Thursday (January 20) has hinted that it could resume nuclear and long-range ballistic missile tests. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="b04b9025-a380-4598-bc1c-48edaf7192f1" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/7_16.jpg" />

After a series of missile tests, North Korea on Thursday (January 20) has hinted that it could resume nuclear and long-range ballistic missile tests.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-navy-air-force-follow-us-warship-in-south-china-sea-446147">Chinese Navy, Air Force follow US warship in South China Sea</a> 
<img alt="Amid tensions with China, US warship USS Benfold passed through the South China Sea as Chinese forces followed the warship." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="a0002aff-5617-48eb-a380-944e30e30319" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/8_13.jpg" />

Amid tensions with China, US warship USS Benfold passed through the South China Sea as Chinese forces followed the warship.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/massive-iceberg-a68a-released-152-billion-tonnes-of-fresh-water-into-ocean-study-reveals-446241">Massive iceberg A68A released 152 billion tonnes of fresh water into ocean, study reveals</a>

<img alt="A giant tabular iceberg named A68A, which was adrift in the South Atlantic was calved from Antarctica's Larsen C ice shelf in July 2017 and reportedly by April 2021, it vanished. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="75e5fd29-f129-431f-9f1e-c5cde6d1480c" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/10_15.jpg" />

A giant tabular iceberg named A68A, which was adrift in the South Atlantic was calved from Antarctica's Larsen C ice shelf in July 2017 and reportedly by April 2021, it vanished.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/the-overlooked-pandemic-antimicrobial-resistance-major-threat-to-human-health-globally-study-finds-446211#:~:text=Health%20experts%20have%20warned%20that,1.2%20million%20people%20in%202019.&amp;text=Previous%20studies%20and%20research%20had,people%20per%20year%20by%202050.">Antimicrobial resistance major threat to human health globally, study finds</a>

<img alt="Health experts have warned that Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) poses a significant threat to humanity after a report found that superbug infections killed 1.2 million people in 2019. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="c23c9e94-401f-4883-a9cf-4c193212cec4" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/9_15.jpg" />

Health experts have warned that Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) poses a significant threat to humanity after a report found that superbug infections killed 1.2 million people in 2019.&nbsp;

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In a major development, the US has approved requests by Baltic countries to ship US-made weapons to Ukraine as fears of Russian invasion mount, as per officials.

In a major development, the US has approved requests by Baltic countries to ship US-made weapons to Ukraine as fears of Russian invasion mount, as per officials. Also, Ghislaine Maxwell’s lawyers have filed documents requesting a new trial. In a letter to the court, the lawyers wrote that they filed her “motion for a New Trial … and accompanying exhibits under seal.” Click on headlines to read more USA approves Baltic request to send US-made weapons to Ukraine In a major development, the US has approved requests by Baltic countries to ship US-made weapons to Ukraine as fears of Russian invasion mount, as per officials. At least 3 killed, over 20 injured after a blast in Pakistan's Lahore At least three people have been killed and over 20 have been injured after a blast in Lahore's Lohari Gate area. Ghislaine Maxwell trial: Lawyers file request for retrial after juror’s revelation Ghislaine Maxwell’s lawyers have filed documents requesting a new trial. In a letter to the court, the lawyers wrote that they filed her “motion for a New Trial … and accompanying exhibits under seal.” Over 500,000 jobs lost in Afghanistan since Taliban takeover, women worst hit A report by UN International Labour Organisation (ILO) has revealed that ever since the Taliban took over Afghanistan, over half a million people have lost their jobs. Pakistan: 26-year-old woman given death sentence over 'blasphemous' WhatsApp status Russia mulls ban on cryptocurrency use and mining Russian central bank has proposed a ban on cryptocurrency use and mining on Russian territory. North Korea slams 'hostile policy' of US, hints it may resume nuclear, long-range missile tests After a series of missile tests, North Korea on Thursday (January 20) has hinted that it could resume nuclear and long-range ballistic missile tests. Chinese Navy, Air Force follow US warship in South China Sea Amid tensions with China, US warship USS Benfold passed through the South China Sea as Chinese forces followed the warship. Massive iceberg A68A released 152 billion tonnes of fresh water into ocean, study reveals A giant tabular iceberg named A68A, which was adrift in the South Atlantic was calved from Antarctica's Larsen C ice shelf in July 2017 and reportedly by April 2021, it vanished. Antimicrobial resistance major threat to human health globally, study finds Health experts have warned that Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) poses a significant threat to humanity after a report found that superbug infections killed 1.2 million people in 2019.

Top 10 world news: Baltic nations to send US weapons to Ukraine, blast in Pakistan, and more

Speaking at the World Economic Forum's (WEF) Davos Agenda, Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasised the need to overcome all obstacles. Also,&nbsp;Taliban rulers have said that they are hoping to open all schools for girls across the country after the Afghan New Year, which starts on March 21, reports the Associated Press.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/world-economic-forum-xi-highlights-the-need-of-fostering-new-opportunities-at-davos-2022-445404">World Economic Forum: Xi highlights the need of 'fostering new opportunities' at Davos 2022</a>

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Speaking at the World Economic Forum's (WEF) Davos Agenda, Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasised the need to overcome all obstacles.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-to-allow-afghan-girls-to-attend-school-after-the-afghan-new-year-445379">Taliban to allow Afghan girls to attend school after the Afghan New Year</a>

<img alt="Taliban rulers have said that they are hoping to open all schools for girls across the country after the Afghan New Year, which starts on March 21, reports the Associated Press. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="490964f6-7ca4-4028-9230-00451b44bbd4" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/2_103.jpg" />

Taliban rulers have said that they are hoping to open all schools for girls across the country after the Afghan New Year, which starts on March 21, reports the Associated Press.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-a-first-same-sex-couple-in-taiwan-legally-adopts-a-child-445469">In a first, same sex couple in Taiwan legally adopts a child</a>

<img alt="In a first, a same-sex couple in Taiwan adopted a child neither of them are related to after, after challenging local laws in court." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="ee09a02c-b4da-475b-8a45-909de23e47ad" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/3_79.jpg" />

In a first, a same-sex couple in Taiwan adopted a child neither of them are related to after, after challenging local laws in court.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/omicron-in-beijing-may-have-arrived-by-mail-from-canada-report-445443">Omicron in Beijing may have arrived by mail from Canada: Report</a>

<img alt="In the latest development, reports by local Chinese media have stated that the Omicron variant of Covid could have entered Beijing through contaminated mail from Canada." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="d0692b09-f843-483a-9935-6571b73d3a17" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/4_39.jpg" />

In the latest development, reports by local Chinese media have stated that the Omicron variant of Covid could have entered Beijing through contaminated mail from Canada.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/pics-indian-states-forest-department-pays-last-respect-to-collarwali-tigress-445428">Pics: Indian state's forest department pays last respect to 'Collarwali' tigress</a>

<img alt="The legendary tigress of Madhya Pradesh’s Pench Tiger Reserve Collarwali has died after prolonged illness, the officials revealed. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="0d85a28c-3848-44f9-a06c-bc2e26a817bb" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/6_17.jpg" />

The legendary tigress of Madhya Pradesh’s Pench Tiger Reserve&nbsp;Collarwali has died after prolonged illness, the officials revealed.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/in-a-first-indian-couple-to-host-wedding-reception-in-metaverse-445432">In a first, Indian couple to host wedding reception in Metaverse</a>

<img alt="In what seems to be happening for the first time, an Indian couple belonging to the state of Tamil Nadu is all set to host wedding reception in Metaverse. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="94c83429-ae72-45e8-8fe8-172efba411ef" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/5_27.jpg" />

In what seems to be happening for the first time, an Indian couple belonging to the state of Tamil Nadu is all set to host wedding reception in Metaverse. &nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/these-satellite-images-show-tonga-volcano-before-and-after-eruption-445491">These satellite images show Tonga volcano before and after eruption</a>

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A satellite captured several images showing the before and after situation of a volcanic eruption at the South Pacific island of Tonga.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/i-dont-regret-russia-return-says-navalny-a-year-after-his-arrest-445445">I don't regret Russia return, says Navalny a year after his arrest</a>

<img alt="Alexei Navalny, the fiercest critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Monday that he did not regret returning to Russia." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="5d3993bf-9954-4767-90a0-2bfb922f8830" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/8_12.jpg" />

Alexei Navalny, the fiercest critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Monday that he did not regret returning to Russia.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/4500-year-old-highway-network-lined-with-ancient-tombs-found-in-saudi-arabia-445420">4,500-year-old highway network lined with ancient tombs found in Saudi Arabia</a>

<img alt="A 4,500-year-old highway network lined with well-preserved ancient tombs has been discovered by archaeologists in Saudi Arabia. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="eed6d549-8194-4fef-ac05-dc86b374b8d4" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/10_14.jpg" />

A 4,500-year-old highway network lined with well-preserved ancient tombs has been discovered by archaeologists in Saudi Arabia. &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-indians-among-3-killed-in-uae-drone-attack-claimed-by-yemens-houthis-445407">Two Indians among 3 killed in UAE drone attack claimed by Yemen's Houthis</a>

<img alt="Two Indians were among the three killed in a drone attack near Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC)'s storage facility in United Arab Emirates (UAE)'s capital Abu Dhabi." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="893c972a-7e8e-4c73-9d14-24f90799721c" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/9_14.jpg" />

Two Indians were among the three killed in a drone&nbsp;attack near Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC)'s storage facility in United Arab Emirates (UAE)'s capital Abu Dhabi.

Speaking at the World Economic Forum's (WEF) Davos Agenda, Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasised the need to overcome all obstacles. Also, Taliban rulers have said that they are hoping to open all schools for girls across the country after the Afghan New Year, which starts on March 21, reports the Associated Press.

Speaking at the World Economic Forum's (WEF) Davos Agenda, Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasised the need to overcome all obstacles. Also, Taliban rulers have said that they are hoping to open all schools for girls across the country after the Afghan New Year, which starts on March 21, reports the Associated Press. Click on headlines to read more World Economic Forum: Xi highlights the need of 'fostering new opportunities' at Davos 2022 Speaking at the World Economic Forum's (WEF) Davos Agenda, Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasised the need to overcome all obstacles. Taliban to allow Afghan girls to attend school after the Afghan New Year Taliban rulers have said that they are hoping to open all schools for girls across the country after the Afghan New Year, which starts on March 21, reports the Associated Press. In a first, same sex couple in Taiwan legally adopts a child In a first, a same-sex couple in Taiwan adopted a child neither of them are related to after, after challenging local laws in court. Omicron in Beijing may have arrived by mail from Canada: Report In the latest development, reports by local Chinese media have stated that the Omicron variant of Covid could have entered Beijing through contaminated mail from Canada. Pics: Indian state's forest department pays last respect to 'Collarwali' tigress The legendary tigress of Madhya Pradesh’s Pench Tiger Reserve Collarwali has died after prolonged illness, the officials revealed. In a first, Indian couple to host wedding reception in Metaverse In what seems to be happening for the first time, an Indian couple belonging to the state of Tamil Nadu is all set to host wedding reception in Metaverse. These satellite images show Tonga volcano before and after eruption A satellite captured several images showing the before and after situation of a volcanic eruption at the South Pacific island of Tonga. I don't regret Russia return, says Navalny a year after his arrest Alexei Navalny, the fiercest critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Monday that he did not regret returning to Russia. 4,500-year-old highway network lined with ancient tombs found in Saudi Arabia A 4,500-year-old highway network lined with well-preserved ancient tombs has been discovered by archaeologists in Saudi Arabia. Two Indians among 3 killed in UAE drone attack claimed by Yemen's Houthis Two Indians were among the three killed in a drone attack near Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC)'s storage facility in United Arab Emirates (UAE)'s capital Abu Dhabi.

Top 10 world news: WEF Davos 2022, Taliban to open schools for girls, and more

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is facing a massive backlash for breaking coronavirus (COVID-19) lockdown for Downing Street parties. Also,&nbsp;Twitter has claimed that it has suspended an account that was linked to Iran's leader who posted a video against former US President Donald Trump.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-boris-johnson-his-wife-pictured-breaking-covid-19-rules-hugging-friend-see-pic-445207">After Boris Johnson, his wife pictured breaking COVID-19 rules, hugging friend - see pic</a>

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British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is facing a massive backlash for breaking coronavirus (COVID-19) lockdown for Downing Street parties.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indian-origin-rishi-sunak-tipped-to-replace-johnson-as-pm-report-445193">Indian-origin Rishi Sunak tipped to replace Johnson as PM: Report</a>

<img alt="As pressure mounts against UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson not only from the opposition, but also from own Conservative Party members over the ‘partygate’ saga, several local media reports have claimed that his Indian-origin Chancellor Rishi Sunak may likely replace him." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="67ba6d82-faeb-4583-b054-532dc73982c6" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/1_110.jpg" />

As pressure mounts against UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson not only from the opposition, but also from own Conservative Party members over the ‘partygate’ saga, several local media reports have claimed that his Indian-origin Chancellor Rishi Sunak may likely replace him.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/omicron-is-not-the-last-covid-variant-scientists-warn-445185">Omicron is not the last Covid variant, scientists warn</a>

<img alt="While the world is already struggling with the Omicron variant, scientists have warned that this will not be the last variant of the deadly coronavirus to worry the world." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="ab1438a8-770d-4c47-8294-84728aa75ae0" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/2_102.jpg" />

While the world is already struggling with the Omicron variant, scientists have warned that this will not be the last variant of the deadly coronavirus to worry the world.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/twitter-bans-account-linked-to-irans-leader-over-video-mocking-trump-445196">Twitter bans account linked to Iran's leader over video mocking Trump</a>

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Twitter has claimed that it has suspended an account that was linked to Iran's leader who posted a video against former US President Donald Trump.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/fight-between-military-and-rebels-intensifies-as-hundreds-of-monks-flee-myanmar-report-445219">Fight between military and rebels intensifies as hundreds of monks flee Myanmar: Report</a>

<img alt="Intense fighting between the military junta and rebel groups have forced hundreds of monks to flee temples in eastern Myanmar as crackdown intensifies, according to media reports." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="7cc92005-45db-441d-8c69-79bf371582ae" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/5_26.jpg" />

Intense fighting between the military junta and rebel groups have forced hundreds of monks to flee temples in eastern Myanmar as crackdown intensifies, according to media reports.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-protesters-take-over-french-streets-to-fight-against-the-new-vaccine-pass-445218">Watch: Protesters take over French streets to fight against the new vaccine pass</a>

<img alt="Thousands of people took over French streets protesting against tighter restrictions for people who are not yet vaccinated. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="3103ba15-ec0c-46bb-9754-d4aefb885fae" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/6_16.jpg" />

Thousands of people took over French streets protesting against tighter restrictions for people who are not yet vaccinated.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sudan-license-of-al-jazeera-live-tv-unit-revoked-445226">Sudan: License of Al Jazeera live TV unit revoked</a>

<img alt="Al Jazeera said on Sunday that Sudan revoked the license of Al Jazeera Mubasher, part of the Qatar-based network. The authorities accused the network of 'unprofessional' TV coverage of protests against the military coup." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="12c6e1bb-ccce-4eb8-af7d-91a34c365381" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/7_14.jpg" />

Al Jazeera said on Sunday that Sudan revoked the license of Al Jazeera Mubasher, part of the Qatar-based network. The authorities accused the network of 'unprofessional' TV coverage of protests against the military coup.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/to-upgrade-its-military-philippines-will-buy-32-new-black-hawk-helicopters-445223">To upgrade its military, Philippines will buy 32 new Black Hawk helicopters</a>

<img alt="In what is being termed as the nation's latest big-ticket purchase, the Philippines will buy 32 new Black Hawk helicopters for more than $620 million." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="8094b5b1-7f7a-4e86-bf8b-48f74d908d33" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/8_11.jpg" />

In what is being termed as the nation's latest big-ticket purchase, the Philippines will buy 32 new Black Hawk helicopters for more than $620 million.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uks-vaccinated-travellers-may-not-have-to-take-covid-tests-in-feb-says-report-445205">UK’s vaccinated travellers may not have to take Covid tests in Feb, says report</a>

<img alt="If a report is to be believed, the vaccinated travellers from Britain may be able to go on half-term holidays in February without having to undergo COVID-19 tests on their return. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="b116700b-3975-4c50-b655-accdde876eb2" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/9_13.jpg" />

If a report is to be believed, the vaccinated travellers from Britain may be able to go on half-term holidays in February without having to undergo COVID-19 tests on their return. &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jamaican-authorities-detain-a-former-senator-key-suspect-in-assassination-of-haitian-president-445190">Jamaican authorities detain a former senator, key suspect in assassination of Haitian president</a>

<img alt="The Jamaican national police on Saturday (January 15) said that a former Haitian senator has been detained by the authorities in the murder of Haitian President Jovenel Moise. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="78022b59-183e-4e25-802c-76e10c4bb9b6" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/10_13.jpg" />

The Jamaican national police on Saturday (January 15) said that a former Haitian senator has been detained by the authorities in the murder of Haitian President Jovenel Moise.&nbsp;

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British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is facing a massive backlash for breaking coronavirus (COVID-19) lockdown for Downing Street parties. Also, Twitter has claimed that it has suspended an account that was linked to Iran's leader who posted a video against former US President Donald Trump.

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is facing a massive backlash for breaking coronavirus (COVID-19) lockdown for Downing Street parties. Also, Twitter has claimed that it has suspended an account that was linked to Iran's leader who posted a video against former US President Donald Trump. Click on headlines to read more After Boris Johnson, his wife pictured breaking COVID-19 rules, hugging friend - see pic British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is facing a massive backlash for breaking coronavirus (COVID-19) lockdown for Downing Street parties. Indian-origin Rishi Sunak tipped to replace Johnson as PM: Report As pressure mounts against UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson not only from the opposition, but also from own Conservative Party members over the ‘partygate’ saga, several local media reports have claimed that his Indian-origin Chancellor Rishi Sunak may likely replace him. Omicron is not the last Covid variant, scientists warn While the world is already struggling with the Omicron variant, scientists have warned that this will not be the last variant of the deadly coronavirus to worry the world. Twitter bans account linked to Iran's leader over video mocking Trump Twitter has claimed that it has suspended an account that was linked to Iran's leader who posted a video against former US President Donald Trump. Fight between military and rebels intensifies as hundreds of monks flee Myanmar: Report Intense fighting between the military junta and rebel groups have forced hundreds of monks to flee temples in eastern Myanmar as crackdown intensifies, according to media reports. Watch: Protesters take over French streets to fight against the new vaccine pass Thousands of people took over French streets protesting against tighter restrictions for people who are not yet vaccinated. Sudan: License of Al Jazeera live TV unit revoked Al Jazeera said on Sunday that Sudan revoked the license of Al Jazeera Mubasher, part of the Qatar-based network. The authorities accused the network of 'unprofessional' TV coverage of protests against the military coup. To upgrade its military, Philippines will buy 32 new Black Hawk helicopters In what is being termed as the nation's latest big-ticket purchase, the Philippines will buy 32 new Black Hawk helicopters for more than $620 million. UK’s vaccinated travellers may not have to take Covid tests in Feb, says report If a report is to be believed, the vaccinated travellers from Britain may be able to go on half-term holidays in February without having to undergo COVID-19 tests on their return. Jamaican authorities detain a former senator, key suspect in assassination of Haitian president The Jamaican national police on Saturday (January 15) said that a former Haitian senator has been detained by the authorities in the murder of Haitian President Jovenel Moise.

Top 10 world news: Sudan revokes license of Al Jazeera, France protests, and more

To attract investment and aid it’s ailing economy, Pakistan on Saturday has decided to offer a permanent residency scheme for wealthy foreign nationals. Also, two&nbsp;senators in the United States have proposed a law aiming to end China's alleged "chokehold" on rare-earth metal supplies.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-senators-introduce-bill-to-end-chinas-chokehold-on-americas-rare-earth-supplies-444985">US senators introduce bill to end China's 'chokehold' on America's rare earth supplies</a>

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Two senators in the United States have proposed a law aiming to end China's alleged "chokehold" on rare-earth metal supplies.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/former-kazakh-president-nursultan-nazarbayevs-family-members-resign-from-key-energy-sector-jobs-445034">Former Kazakh president Nursultan Nazarbayev's family members resign from key energy sector jobs</a>

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Former Kazakh president Nursultan Nazarbayev's in-laws have resigned from key energy sector jobs.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/man-who-faked-his-own-death-to-evade-prosecution-for-rape-has-been-found-alive-445015">Man who faked his own death to evade prosecution for rape has been found alive</a>

<img alt="An American man who faked his own death to evade prosecution for rape has been found alive in the United Kingdom." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="f5c695cd-f6f0-4f82-9e27-40d3437434dd" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/4_37.jpg" />

An American man who faked his own death to evade prosecution for rape has been found alive in the United Kingdom.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/pics-indian-army-unveils-new-uniform-at-the-parade-ground-on-army-day-445000">Pics: Indian Army unveils new uniform at the parade ground on Army Day</a>

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The new uniform of the Indian Army was unveiled at the parade ground on the occasion of the Army Day Parade.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/to-aid-ailing-economy-pakistan-offers-permanent-residency-to-rich-foreign-nationals-445006">To aid ailing economy, Pakistan offers permanent residency to rich foreign nationals</a>

<img alt="To attract investment and aid it’s ailing economy, Pakistan on Saturday has decided to offer a permanent residency scheme for wealthy foreign nationals. These may include Sikhs, Afghans and Chinese. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="c6fef3a6-1d22-473f-849f-bf476cace55c" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/5_25.jpg" />

To attract investment and aid it’s ailing economy, Pakistan on Saturday has decided to offer a permanent residency scheme for wealthy foreign nationals. These may include Sikhs, Afghans and Chinese. &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/when-will-the-pandemic-end-this-is-what-experts-believe-445027">When will the pandemic end? This is what experts believe</a>

<img alt="The rapid spread of the Omicron variant has brought the world to a standstill, once again - putting a pause to normal life, hampering daily routines with restrictions being imposed worldwide" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="885b48eb-2ecb-411f-8d79-8ec39ecf4db9" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/7_13.jpg" />

The rapid spread of the Omicron variant has brought the world to a standstill, once again - putting a pause to normal life, hampering daily routines with restrictions being imposed worldwide.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/several-european-nations-are-culling-wolf-population-here-is-why-445045">Several European nations are culling wolf population, here is why</a>

<img alt="Several European countries like Finland, Norway and Sweden are culling wolves in order to control their population." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="22338792-232a-4bed-be02-1390d354dfce" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/6_15.jpg" />

Several European countries like Finland, Norway and Sweden are culling wolves in order to control their population.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/google-mandates-covid-testing-for-people-entering-its-us-offices-444977">Google mandates Covid testing for people entering its US offices</a>

<img alt="Google has announced that it will be mandating weekly Covid tests for all its employees and people entering its offices in the US. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="034c21ed-3cb6-4074-9bce-935e49a2d2f1" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/8_10.jpg" />

Google has announced that it will be mandating weekly Covid tests for all its employees and people entering its offices in the US.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/boris-johnson-partygate-resignation-or-police-action-what-could-happen-next-444997">Boris Johnson 'partygate': Resignation or police action? What could happen next?</a>

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British Prime Minister Boris Johnson apologised after reports of Downing Street parties and after-parties emerged.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/virat-kohli-steps-down-as-indias-test-captain-have-absolute-clarity-cant-be-dishonest-to-my-team-445047">Virat Kohli steps down as India's Test captain: Have absolute clarity, can't be dishonest to my team</a>

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In a shocking development, Virat Kohli has announced he will be stepping down as the captain of the Indian cricket team.&nbsp;

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To attract investment and aid it’s ailing economy, Pakistan on Saturday has decided to offer a permanent residency scheme for wealthy foreign nationals. Also, two senators in the United States have proposed a law aiming to end China's alleged "chokehold" on rare-earth metal supplies.

To attract investment and aid it’s ailing economy, Pakistan on Saturday has decided to offer a permanent residency scheme for wealthy foreign nationals. Also, two senators in the United States have proposed a law aiming to end China's alleged "chokehold" on rare-earth metal supplies. Click on headlines to read more US senators introduce bill to end China's 'chokehold' on America's rare earth supplies Two senators in the United States have proposed a law aiming to end China's alleged "chokehold" on rare-earth metal supplies. Former Kazakh president Nursultan Nazarbayev's family members resign from key energy sector jobs Former Kazakh president Nursultan Nazarbayev's in-laws have resigned from key energy sector jobs. Man who faked his own death to evade prosecution for rape has been found alive An American man who faked his own death to evade prosecution for rape has been found alive in the United Kingdom. Pics: Indian Army unveils new uniform at the parade ground on Army Day The new uniform of the Indian Army was unveiled at the parade ground on the occasion of the Army Day Parade. To aid ailing economy, Pakistan offers permanent residency to rich foreign nationals To attract investment and aid it’s ailing economy, Pakistan on Saturday has decided to offer a permanent residency scheme for wealthy foreign nationals. These may include Sikhs, Afghans and Chinese. When will the pandemic end? This is what experts believe The rapid spread of the Omicron variant has brought the world to a standstill, once again - putting a pause to normal life, hampering daily routines with restrictions being imposed worldwide. Several European nations are culling wolf population, here is why Several European countries like Finland, Norway and Sweden are culling wolves in order to control their population. Google mandates Covid testing for people entering its US offices Google has announced that it will be mandating weekly Covid tests for all its employees and people entering its offices in the US. Boris Johnson 'partygate': Resignation or police action? What could happen next? British Prime Minister Boris Johnson apologised after reports of Downing Street parties and after-parties emerged. Virat Kohli steps down as India's Test captain: Have absolute clarity, can't be dishonest to my team In a shocking development, Virat Kohli has announced he will be stepping down as the captain of the Indian cricket team.

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Social media giant Facebook is facing a $3.2 billion class-action lawsuit for allegedly exploiting user data in the United Kingdom. It has been accused of abusing its market dominance by exploiting the personal data of nearly 44 million users. Also,&nbsp;Ukraine on Friday was targeted by a “massive cyber attack” with at least 10 government websites, including the ministry of foreign affairs and education ministry, which ceased functioning.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-spawned-20-new-pandemic-billionaires-in-asia-says-oxfam-report-444734">Covid spawned 20 new ‘pandemic billionaires’ in Asia, says Oxfam report</a>

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The onset of Covid pandemic not only robbed the livelihood for millions of people all over the world, but it has apparently also created new billionaires.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukrainian-govt-websites-fall-prey-to-massive-cyber-attack-russian-hand-suspected-444713">Ukrainian govt websites fall prey to ‘massive cyber attack’, Russian hand suspected</a>

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Ukraine on Friday was targeted by a “massive cyber attack” with at least 10 government websites, including the ministry of foreign affairs and education ministry, which ceased functioning.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/here-is-why-social-media-giant-facebook-is-facing-32-billion-class-action-lawsuit-in-uk-444709">Here is why social media giant Facebook is facing $3.2 billion class-action lawsuit in UK</a>

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Social media giant Facebook is facing a $3.2 billion class-action lawsuit for allegedly exploiting user data in the United Kingdom. It has been accused of abusing its market dominance by exploiting the personal data of nearly 44 million users.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/to-ensure-menstrual-hygiene-this-indian-village-is-the-first-to-become-sanitary-napkin-free-444758">To ensure menstrual hygiene, this Indian village is the first to become sanitary napkin-free</a>

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For the first time in India, a village is all set to become sanitary napkin-free. The development comes as a part of an ongoing campaign in Kumbalangi in Ernakulam, Kerala.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/dutch-king-ditches-golden-coach-that-depicts-slavery-image-and-glorifies-colonial-past-444759">Dutch king ditches golden coach that depicts slavery image and glorifies colonial past</a>

<img alt="The Dutch king, Willem-Alexander, has announced that the royals would henceforth stop using a historic golden coach, which features images that glorifies the country’s colonial past, amid controversy over the Netherlands’ slavery links." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="c1b47982-f6a6-4499-bc82-9fb40c0f21e1" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/8_9.jpg" />

The Dutch king, Willem-Alexander, has announced that the royals would henceforth stop using a historic golden coach, which features images that glorifies the country’s colonial past, amid controversy over the Netherlands’ slavery links.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/despite-border-tensions-boycotts-and-bans-india-china-trade-grew-to-record-125-billion-in-2021-444763">Despite border tensions, boycotts and bans, India-China trade grew to record $125 billion in 2021</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/despite-border-tensions-boycotts-and-bans-india-china-trade-grew-to-record-125-billion-in-2021-444763"><img alt="Due to the lengthy standoff between the forces in eastern Ladakh, 2021 was a year in which India-China relations reached a new low. In the last 12 months, bilateral ties have seen their worst frost in decades. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="fe1f2d78-e8f6-4833-94e8-d5e88b4afbf3" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/4_36.jpg" /></a>

Due to the lengthy standoff between the forces in eastern Ladakh, 2021 was a year in which India-China relations reached a new low. In the last 12 months, bilateral ties have seen their worst frost in decades.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/we-value-our-relationship-with-india-highly-russian-foreign-minister-sergey-lavrov-to-wion-444725">We value our relationship with India highly: Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to WION</a>

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Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has said that Moscow values its relationship with Delhi highly and will continue to develop ties.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-release-first-budget-since-afghan-takeover-heres-what-it-includes-444710">Taliban release first budget since Afghan takeover. Here's what it includes</a>

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The Taliban has released its first budget since taking over Afghanistan last year in August as the hardline Islamist regime is planning to spend on development projects including transport infrastructure. However, there is no mention of foreign aid.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/novak-djokovic-tries-to-avert-deportation-after-australia-cancels-visa-again-444722">Novak Djokovic tries to avert deportation after Australia cancels visa again</a>

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Unvaccinated tennis star Novak Djokovic on Friday asked an Australian court to block his deportation ahead of the Australian Open after the government cancelled his visa for the second time over COVID-19 entry regulations.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/married-woman-in-indonesia-flogged-100-times-for-adultery-while-partner-gets-15-lashes-444727">Married woman in Indonesia flogged 100 times for adultery while partner gets 15 lashes</a>

<img alt="A married woman in Indonesia was flogged 100 times after she confessed to adultery in the conservative Aceh province of the country. On the other hand, her male partner received just 15 lashes after he denied the accusations. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="d7b55335-c625-4501-9415-b373eac7952d" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/9_11.jpg" />

A married woman in Indonesia was flogged 100 times after she confessed to adultery in the conservative Aceh province of the country. On the other hand, her male partner received just 15 lashes after he denied the accusations.&nbsp;

Social media giant Facebook is facing a $3.2 billion class-action lawsuit for allegedly exploiting user data in the United Kingdom. It has been accused of abusing its market dominance by exploiting the personal data of nearly 44 million users.

Social media giant Facebook is facing a $3.2 billion class-action lawsuit for allegedly exploiting user data in the United Kingdom. It has been accused of abusing its market dominance by exploiting the personal data of nearly 44 million users. Also, Ukraine on Friday was targeted by a “massive cyber attack” with at least 10 government websites, including the ministry of foreign affairs and education ministry, which ceased functioning. Click on headlines to read more Covid spawned 20 new ‘pandemic billionaires’ in Asia, says Oxfam report The onset of Covid pandemic not only robbed the livelihood for millions of people all over the world, but it has apparently also created new billionaires. Ukrainian govt websites fall prey to ‘massive cyber attack’, Russian hand suspected Ukraine on Friday was targeted by a “massive cyber attack” with at least 10 government websites, including the ministry of foreign affairs and education ministry, which ceased functioning. Here is why social media giant Facebook is facing $3.2 billion class-action lawsuit in UK Social media giant Facebook is facing a $3.2 billion class-action lawsuit for allegedly exploiting user data in the United Kingdom. It has been accused of abusing its market dominance by exploiting the personal data of nearly 44 million users. To ensure menstrual hygiene, this Indian village is the first to become sanitary napkin-free For the first time in India, a village is all set to become sanitary napkin-free. The development comes as a part of an ongoing campaign in Kumbalangi in Ernakulam, Kerala. Dutch king ditches golden coach that depicts slavery image and glorifies colonial past The Dutch king, Willem-Alexander, has announced that the royals would henceforth stop using a historic golden coach, which features images that glorifies the country’s colonial past, amid controversy over the Netherlands’ slavery links. Despite border tensions, boycotts and bans, India-China trade grew to record $125 billion in 2021 Due to the lengthy standoff between the forces in eastern Ladakh, 2021 was a year in which India-China relations reached a new low. In the last 12 months, bilateral ties have seen their worst frost in decades. We value our relationship with India highly: Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to WION Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has said that Moscow values its relationship with Delhi highly and will continue to develop ties. Taliban release first budget since Afghan takeover. Here's what it includes The Taliban has released its first budget since taking over Afghanistan last year in August as the hardline Islamist regime is planning to spend on development projects including transport infrastructure. However, there is no mention of foreign aid. Novak Djokovic tries to avert deportation after Australia cancels visa again Unvaccinated tennis star Novak Djokovic on Friday asked an Australian court to block his deportation ahead of the Australian Open after the government cancelled his visa for the second time over COVID-19 entry regulations. Married woman in Indonesia flogged 100 times for adultery while partner gets 15 lashes A married woman in Indonesia was flogged 100 times after she confessed to adultery in the conservative Aceh province of the country. On the other hand, her male partner received just 15 lashes after he denied the accusations.

Top 10 world news: India-China trade growth, Facebook faces class-action lawsuit, and more

For the first time ever the American Red Cross is going through a blood shortage crisis causing risks for patient care. Also,&nbsp;Human Rights Watch’s 32nd annual review report has made certain revelations pertaining to developments in over 100 countries.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/astrazeneca-trials-show-its-vaxzevria-vaccine-causes-high-immune-response-against-omicron-444458">AstraZeneca trials show its Vaxzevria vaccine causes high immune response against Omicron</a>

<img alt="Pharma giant AstraZeneca said on Thursday that preliminary data from a trial of its COVID-19 vaccine, Vaxzevria showed high antibody response against Omicron variant when given a third booster dose. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="b05406bd-d41d-4e86-9ef0-8bf8af248e7c" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/1_107.jpg" />

Pharma giant AstraZeneca said on Thursday that preliminary data from a trial of its COVID-19 vaccine, Vaxzevria showed high antibody response against Omicron variant when given a third booster dose.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/islamabad-high-court-rejects-pakistan-armys-illegal-claim-on-8068-acres-of-land-444468">Islamabad High Court rejects Pakistan Army's illegal claim on 8,068 acres of land</a>

<img alt="The Islamabad High Court (IHC) ruled on Tuesday that the issuance of 8068 acres of land to the Pakistan Army in Islamabad's National Park region was illegal. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="e744f98c-9875-4fec-a532-419bb1eb41cd" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/2_99.jpg" />

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) ruled on Tuesday that the issuance of 8068 acres of land to the Pakistan Army in Islamabad's National Park region was illegal.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/human-rights-watchs-annual-report-sheds-light-on-surging-hate-crime-and-humanitarian-crisis-444388">Human Rights Watch's annual report sheds light on surging hate crime and humanitarian crisis</a>

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Human Rights Watch’s 32nd annual review report has made certain revelations pertaining to developments in over 100 countries.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/boris-johnson-cancels-trip-a-day-after-lockdown-party-apology-444379">A day after lockdown party apology, UK PM cancels trip as family member tests positive for Covid</a>

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UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Thursday cancelled a trip to northern England after a relative was found positive with Covid.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-zealand-man-finds-cockroach-inside-his-ear-extracts-it-after-3-days-444446">New Zealand man finds cockroach inside his ear; extracts it after 3 days</a>

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In a strange incident, a cockroach was found inside a man's ear three days after he experienced a squirming sensation.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/murder-in-the-alps-man-suspected-of-killing-a-family-takes-part-in-crime-scene-reconstruction-444427">Murder in the Alps: Man suspected of killing a family takes part in crime-scene reconstruction</a>

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French police on Thursday questioned such a man who was arrested in an unsolved murder of British family in the Alps in 2012.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/for-the-first-time-ever-red-cross-declares-nationwide-blood-shortage-in-us-444414">For the first time ever, Red Cross declares nationwide blood shortage in US</a>

<img alt="For the first time ever the American Red Cross is going through a blood shortage crisis causing risks for patient care. The organisation has said that blood and platelet donations are critically needed to prevent further delays in medical treatments. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="06e5b24c-f6c5-4a63-a4df-71858c8c280e" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/8_8.jpg" />

For the first time ever the American Red Cross is going through a blood shortage crisis causing risks for patient care. The organisation has said that blood and platelet donations are critically needed to prevent further delays in medical treatments.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/french-man-sues-employer-for-boring-job-gets-45000-severance-package-444376">French man sues employer for 'boring' job, gets $45,000 severance package</a>

<img alt="After being granted $45,000 because his previous job reportedly bored him out of his mind, Frédéric Desnard became the envy of irritated workers around the world." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="3ddea858-0ad7-4e29-9afe-23a2e8dc795a" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/7_11.jpg" />

After being granted $45,000 because his previous job reportedly bored him out of his mind, Frédéric Desnard became the envy of irritated workers around the world.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/indian-pms-announcement-to-build-road-in-lipulekh-provokes-outrage-in-nepal-444400#:~:text=Indian%20Prime%20Minister%20Narendra%20Modi's,the%20ongoing%20construction%20'illegal'.">Indian PM's announcement to build road in Lipulekh provokes outrage in Nepal</a>

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent announcement to extend the road in the Lipulekh region has provoked outrage in Nepal with many top leaders calling the ongoing construction ‘illegal’.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/man-of-sorrows-painting-reveals-hidden-details-of-botticellis-early-work-444361">‘Man of Sorrows’ painting reveals hidden details of Botticelli’s early work</a>

<img alt="One of the last masterpieces of Italian painter Sandro Botticelli ‘The Man of Sorrows’ is due to be auctioned. It is estimated to fetch in excess of US $40 million. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="5b477580-d04e-4271-b2b9-18bd7b817d1e" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/10_10.jpg" />

One of the last masterpieces of Italian painter Sandro Botticelli ‘The Man of Sorrows’ is due to be auctioned. It is estimated to fetch in excess of US $40 million.&nbsp;

For the first time ever the American Red Cross is going through a blood shortage crisis causing risks for patient care. Also, Human Rights Watch’s 32nd annual review report has made certain revelations pertaining to developments in over 100 countries.

For the first time ever the American Red Cross is going through a blood shortage crisis causing risks for patient care. Also, Human Rights Watch’s 32nd annual review report has made certain revelations pertaining to developments in over 100 countries. Click on headlines to read more AstraZeneca trials show its Vaxzevria vaccine causes high immune response against Omicron Pharma giant AstraZeneca said on Thursday that preliminary data from a trial of its COVID-19 vaccine, Vaxzevria showed high antibody response against Omicron variant when given a third booster dose. Islamabad High Court rejects Pakistan Army's illegal claim on 8,068 acres of land The Islamabad High Court (IHC) ruled on Tuesday that the issuance of 8068 acres of land to the Pakistan Army in Islamabad's National Park region was illegal. Human Rights Watch's annual report sheds light on surging hate crime and humanitarian crisis Human Rights Watch’s 32nd annual review report has made certain revelations pertaining to developments in over 100 countries. A day after lockdown party apology, UK PM cancels trip as family member tests positive for Covid UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Thursday cancelled a trip to northern England after a relative was found positive with Covid. New Zealand man finds cockroach inside his ear; extracts it after 3 days In a strange incident, a cockroach was found inside a man's ear three days after he experienced a squirming sensation. Murder in the Alps: Man suspected of killing a family takes part in crime-scene reconstruction French police on Thursday questioned such a man who was arrested in an unsolved murder of British family in the Alps in 2012. For the first time ever, Red Cross declares nationwide blood shortage in US For the first time ever the American Red Cross is going through a blood shortage crisis causing risks for patient care. The organisation has said that blood and platelet donations are critically needed to prevent further delays in medical treatments. French man sues employer for 'boring' job, gets $45,000 severance package After being granted $45,000 because his previous job reportedly bored him out of his mind, Frédéric Desnard became the envy of irritated workers around the world. Indian PM's announcement to build road in Lipulekh provokes outrage in Nepal Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent announcement to extend the road in the Lipulekh region has provoked outrage in Nepal with many top leaders calling the ongoing construction ‘illegal’. ‘Man of Sorrows’ painting reveals hidden details of Botticelli’s early work One of the last masterpieces of Italian painter Sandro Botticelli ‘The Man of Sorrows’ is due to be auctioned. It is estimated to fetch in excess of US $40 million.

Top 10 world news: Red cross declares blood shortage in US, AstraZeneca trials, and more

According to the head of the city's emergency services, a car bomb exploded on a road leading to the airport in Mogadishu on Wednesday, killing at least eight people.&nbsp;The Kremlin said on Wednesday that Russia has demanded ''concrete answers'' on security from NATO to end stand-off with&nbsp;Ukraine.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/massive-blast-goes-off-in-somalias-capital-at-least-eight-killed-444114">Massive blast goes off in Somalia's capital; at least eight killed</a>

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Mohamed Osman, a Mogadishu local, said the blast shattered the walls and ceiling of a mosque where he was worshipping nearby.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-demands-concrete-answers-on-security-from-nato-to-end-ukraine-stand-off-444148">Russia demands 'concrete answers' on security from NATO to end Ukraine row</a>

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''We are not negotiating from a position of strength, there is not and nor can there be any place for ultimatums here," Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov told reporters.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bring-your-own-booze-party-row-johnson-says-sorry-as-oppn-tears-into-his-worthless-apology-444158" hreflang="en">‘Bring your own booze party’ row: UK PM says sorry as oppn demands resignation</a>

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Admitting to having attended the ‘bring your own booze party’ during the first of phase of Covid lockdown, UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson offered an apology while speaking in the House of Commons on Wednesday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/naftali-bennett-says-israel-can-see-up-to-4-million-covid-infections-in-current-wave-444161" hreflang="en">Naftali Bennett says Israel can see up to 4 million Covid infections in current wave</a>

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Prime Minister Naftali Bennett has said that Israel country can witness up to 4 million Covid infections in the current wave.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/united-airlines-trims-its-operations-as-3000-employees-down-with-covid-444141" hreflang="en">United Airlines trims its operations as 3,000 employees down with Covid</a>

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As many as 3,000 employees or 4.5 per cent of the workforce at United Airlines is down with COVID-19, forcing the airlines to cut back its operations in the near term to “make sure the staffing and resources take care of customers.”

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mosque-in-cannes-shut-because-of-anti-semitic-remarks-444132" hreflang="en">Mosque in Cannes shut because of 'anti-Semitic' remarks</a>

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French interior minister said on Wednesday that closure of a mosque in Cannes had been ordered because of 'anti-Semitic'&nbsp;remarks made there.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-looks-at-more-covid-tests-in-schools-to-keep-them-open-444164" hreflang="en">US looks at more Covid tests in schools to keep them open</a>

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The US has announced increase in Covid-19 tests for schools with an aim to keep students in classrooms. Surge in Omicron infections in US threatens closure of schools.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/amid-rise-in-omicron-cases-china-imposes-travel-restrictions-in-tianjin-444025" hreflang="en">Amid rise in Omicron cases, China imposes travel restrictions in Tianjin</a>

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Tianjin officials suspended bus and&nbsp;charter services&nbsp;heading to Beijing as the city reported 97 new coronavirus cases amid a new wave.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trumps-former-aide-2-republican-strategists-receive-subpoenas-from-capitol-attack-probe-committee-444098" hreflang="en">Trump’s former aide, 2 Republican strategists receive subpoenas from Capitol attack probe committee</a>

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The House Select Committee investigating the last year’s insurrection on the US Capitol has issued subpoenas to three White House officials who worked closely with former President Donald Trump.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/zimbabwe-reports-steep-increase-in-pregnancies-among-girls-and-teenagers-amid-pandemic-444167" hreflang="en">Zimbabwe reports steep increase in pregnancies among girls and teenagers</a>

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Nearly a third of girls in Zimbabwe marry before they are 18 and 4 percent before they turn 15, depriving them of an education, increasing the likelihood of sexual violence, and putting them at risk of death or serious injury in childbirth.

According to the head of the city's emergency services, a car bomb exploded on a road leading to the airport in Mogadishu on Wednesday, killing at least eight people.

According to the head of the city's emergency services, a car bomb exploded on a road leading to the airport in Mogadishu on Wednesday, killing at least eight people. The Kremlin said on Wednesday that Russia has demanded ''concrete answers'' on security from NATO to end stand-off with Ukraine. Click on headlines to read more Massive blast goes off in Somalia's capital; at least eight killed Mohamed Osman, a Mogadishu local, said the blast shattered the walls and ceiling of a mosque where he was worshipping nearby. Russia demands 'concrete answers' on security from NATO to end Ukraine row ''We are not negotiating from a position of strength, there is not and nor can there be any place for ultimatums here," Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov told reporters. ‘Bring your own booze party’ row: UK PM says sorry as oppn demands resignation Admitting to having attended the ‘bring your own booze party’ during the first of phase of Covid lockdown, UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson offered an apology while speaking in the House of Commons on Wednesday. Naftali Bennett says Israel can see up to 4 million Covid infections in current wave Prime Minister Naftali Bennett has said that Israel country can witness up to 4 million Covid infections in the current wave. United Airlines trims its operations as 3,000 employees down with Covid As many as 3,000 employees or 4.5 per cent of the workforce at United Airlines is down with COVID-19, forcing the airlines to cut back its operations in the near term to “make sure the staffing and resources take care of customers.” Mosque in Cannes shut because of 'anti-Semitic' remarks French interior minister said on Wednesday that closure of a mosque in Cannes had been ordered because of 'anti-Semitic' remarks made there. US looks at more Covid tests in schools to keep them open The US has announced increase in Covid-19 tests for schools with an aim to keep students in classrooms. Surge in Omicron infections in US threatens closure of schools. Amid rise in Omicron cases, China imposes travel restrictions in Tianjin Tianjin officials suspended bus and charter services heading to Beijing as the city reported 97 new coronavirus cases amid a new wave. Trump’s former aide, 2 Republican strategists receive subpoenas from Capitol attack probe committee The House Select Committee investigating the last year’s insurrection on the US Capitol has issued subpoenas to three White House officials who worked closely with former President Donald Trump. Zimbabwe reports steep increase in pregnancies among girls and teenagers Nearly a third of girls in Zimbabwe marry before they are 18 and 4 percent before they turn 15, depriving them of an education, increasing the likelihood of sexual violence, and putting them at risk of death or serious injury in childbirth.

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China has asked the United States to stop '' platform or shelter for Taiwan independence forces.''&nbsp;Sweden on Wednesday appointed Magdalena Andersson as its first female prime minister.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-asks-us-to-stop-providing-platform-to-taiwans-independence-forces-431638" hreflang="en">China asks US to stop providing platform to Taiwan's independence forces</a>

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Firmly opposing the invite by the US to Taiwan for the "Summit for Democracy," Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian said the country should "abide by the one-China principle."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sweden-appoints-magdalena-andersson-as-its-first-female-prime-minister-431645">Sweden appoints Magdalena Andersson as its first female prime minister</a>

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Andersson was able to clinch a last-minute deal that gave her victory by the slimmest of possible margins.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/finance-minister-olaf-scholz-set-to-become-german-chancellor-431613" hreflang="en">Finance minister&nbsp;Olaf&nbsp;Scholz set to become German Chancellor</a>

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Finance Minister&nbsp;Olaf&nbsp;Scholz&nbsp;was on the verge of succeeding Angela Merkel as German Chancellor on Wednesday after three parties announced they were ready to present a coalition deal to govern Europe's largest economy.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-names-all-of-hezbollah-neo-nazi-group-as-terrorist-organisation-431646">Australia names all of Hezbollah, neo-Nazi group as terrorist organisation</a>

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Australia on Wednesday classified all of Hezbollah— a Lebanese Shia Islamist political party, which also has a militia&nbsp;wing—as a terrorist group.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mp-stella-creasy-reprimanded-for-bringing-her-baby-inside-uks-parliament-431658">MP Stella Creasy reprimanded for bringing her baby inside UK's parliament</a>

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A committee of the members of parliament has been formed to review the policy by Speaker Lindsay Hoyle.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/collins-dictionary-makes-nft-its-word-of-the-year-431592" hreflang="en">Collins Dictionary makes NFT its word of the year</a>

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It said the word has seen a ''meteoric rise'' in use over the last year.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/staring-at-screen-for-prolonged-period-can-make-eyeballs-elongated-reveals-study-431637" hreflang="en">Staring at screen for prolonged period can make eyeballs elongated, reveals study</a>

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A new research study has revealed that spending more time on near objects like mobile phones, screens, laptops, could make eyeballs elongated and eventually lead to near-sightedness, called myopia.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/samsung-to-build-new-17-billion-chip-plant-in-texas-construction-to-begin-next-year-431651" hreflang="en">Samsung to build $17b chip plant in Texas, construction to begin next year</a>

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Samsung&nbsp;Electronics Co Ltd said on Wednesday it had picked Taylor, Texas as the location for a new $17 billion plant to make advanced chips for functions such as mobile, 5G, high-performance computing and artificial intelligence.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jamie-dimon-believes-jp-morgan-will-outlast-chinas-communist-party-431625" hreflang="en">Jamie Dimon believes JP Morgan will outlast China's Communist Party</a>

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JPMorgan has been operating in China since 1921, the same year the Communist Party was founded there.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/global-warming-affecting-one-of-the-most-monogamous-birds-leading-to-break-ups-431575" hreflang="en">Global warming affecting one of the most monogamous birds, leading to 'break-ups'</a>

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Researchers say global warming might be responsible for albatrosses, one of the most monogamous birds in the world, divorcing more often.

China has asked the United States to stop '' platform or shelter for Taiwan independence forces.'' Sweden on Wednesday appointed Magdalena Andersson as its first female prime minister.

China has asked the United States to stop '' platform or shelter for Taiwan independence forces.'' Sweden on Wednesday appointed Magdalena Andersson as its first female prime minister. Click on headlines to read more China asks US to stop providing platform to Taiwan's independence forces Firmly opposing the invite by the US to Taiwan for the "Summit for Democracy," Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian said the country should "abide by the one-China principle." Sweden appoints Magdalena Andersson as its first female prime minister Andersson was able to clinch a last-minute deal that gave her victory by the slimmest of possible margins. Finance minister Olaf Scholz set to become German Chancellor Finance Minister Olaf Scholz was on the verge of succeeding Angela Merkel as German Chancellor on Wednesday after three parties announced they were ready to present a coalition deal to govern Europe's largest economy. Australia names all of Hezbollah, neo-Nazi group as terrorist organisation Australia on Wednesday classified all of Hezbollah— a Lebanese Shia Islamist political party, which also has a militia wing—as a terrorist group. MP Stella Creasy reprimanded for bringing her baby inside UK's parliament A committee of the members of parliament has been formed to review the policy by Speaker Lindsay Hoyle. Collins Dictionary makes NFT its word of the year It said the word has seen a ''meteoric rise'' in use over the last year. Staring at screen for prolonged period can make eyeballs elongated, reveals study A new research study has revealed that spending more time on near objects like mobile phones, screens, laptops, could make eyeballs elongated and eventually lead to near-sightedness, called myopia. Samsung to build $17b chip plant in Texas, construction to begin next year Samsung Electronics Co Ltd said on Wednesday it had picked Taylor, Texas as the location for a new $17 billion plant to make advanced chips for functions such as mobile, 5G, high-performance computing and artificial intelligence. Jamie Dimon believes JP Morgan will outlast China's Communist Party JPMorgan has been operating in China since 1921, the same year the Communist Party was founded there. Global warming affecting one of the most monogamous birds, leading to 'break-ups' Researchers say global warming might be responsible for albatrosses, one of the most monogamous birds in the world, divorcing more often.

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Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has issued a warning to the European Union against the imposition of new sanctions amid the ongoing border dispute between them.&nbsp;South Africa’s last white president Frederik Willem (FW) de Klerk, died on Thursday at his home in Cape Town.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/shows-their-attitude-india-slams-pak-for-skipping-nsa-meet-on-afghanistan-issue-428500">‘Shows their attitude’: India slams Pak for skipping NSA meet on Afghanistan</a>

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India on Thursday slammed Pakistan for skipping the NSA-level summit to discuss on the Afghanistan situation which was hosted in New Delhi.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/belarusian-president-alexander-lukashenko-warns-european-union-against-new-sanctions-428461">Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko warns EU against new sanctions</a>

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Vowing retaliation, Lukashenko said he will shut down the transit of natural gas and goods via Belarus to the bloc.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-africas-last-white-president-fw-de-klerk-dies-at-85-after-battling-cancer-428484">South Africa’s last white president FW de Klerk dies at 85 after battling cancer</a>

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Under de Klerk's leadership, South Africa saw a rapid end of the apartheid system, notably, without any major violence.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/massive-syringe-shortage-can-hit-world-in-2022-warns-who-report-428480" hreflang="en">Massive syringe shortage can hit world in 2022, warns WHO report</a>

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According to a new report of the World Health Organisation, there could be a global syringe shortage of around two billion next year. &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/philippines-election-president-rodrigo-dutertes-daughter-joins-new-party-428512" hreflang="en">Philippines election: President Rodrigo Duterte's daughter joins new party</a>

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Sara Duterte-Carpio, 43, has led opinion polls throughout this year as the most preferred candidate for the presidency, a post she has repeatedly said she had no interest in pursuing.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/troika-plus-pakistans-foreign-minister-says-afghanistan-at-brink-of-economic-collapse-428506">Pakistan's foreign minister says Afghanistan at 'brink of economic collapse'</a>

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Pakistani Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi warned that Afghanistan is "at the brink of economic collapse" and the international community must urgently resume its&nbsp;funding and provide it humanitarian assistance.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/asia-pacific-region-should-not-return-to-cold-war-tensions-warns-xi-jinping-at-apec-428420" hreflang="en">Asia-Pacific region should not return to Cold War tensions, warns Xi Jinping at APEC</a>

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Ahead of a virtual meeting with US President Joe Biden, Chinese President Xi Jinping has said that the Asia-Pacific region must not return to the tensions of the Cold War era.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/arderns-popularity-plummets-as-new-zealand-struggles-to-check-delta-outbreak-428443" hreflang="en">Ardern’s popularity plummets as New Zealand struggles to check Delta outbreak</a>

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As New Zealand struggles to contain Covid variant Delta’s outbreak, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern’s popularity has nosedived in two new polls.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ethiopian-authorities-round-up-high-profile-tigrayans-including-bank-ceos-and-un-staff-428435" hreflang="en">Ethiopian authorities round up high-profile Tigrayans, including bank CEOs and UN staff</a>

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Ethiopian authorities have now rounded up high-profile Tigrayans in a mass crackdown on suspected supporters of rebellious northern forces.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/docked-49-cents-from-wages-for-2-minute-delay-anguished-japanese-train-driver-sues-employer-for-20000-428459" hreflang="en">Docked 49 cents from wages for 2-minute delay, anguished Japanese train driver sues employer for $20,000</a>

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A train driver in Japan has sued his employer after 56 yen ($0.49) was docked from his wages for causing a brief delay to the country’s famously punctual rail system.

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has issued a warning to the European Union against the imposition of new sanctions amid the ongoing border dispute between them.

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has issued a warning to the European Union against the imposition of new sanctions amid the ongoing border dispute between them. South Africa’s last white president Frederik Willem (FW) de Klerk, died on Thursday at his home in Cape Town. Click on headlines to read more ‘Shows their attitude’: India slams Pak for skipping NSA meet on Afghanistan India on Thursday slammed Pakistan for skipping the NSA-level summit to discuss on the Afghanistan situation which was hosted in New Delhi. Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko warns EU against new sanctions Vowing retaliation, Lukashenko said he will shut down the transit of natural gas and goods via Belarus to the bloc. South Africa’s last white president FW de Klerk dies at 85 after battling cancer Under de Klerk's leadership, South Africa saw a rapid end of the apartheid system, notably, without any major violence. Massive syringe shortage can hit world in 2022, warns WHO report According to a new report of the World Health Organisation, there could be a global syringe shortage of around two billion next year. Philippines election: President Rodrigo Duterte's daughter joins new party Sara Duterte-Carpio, 43, has led opinion polls throughout this year as the most preferred candidate for the presidency, a post she has repeatedly said she had no interest in pursuing. Pakistan's foreign minister says Afghanistan at 'brink of economic collapse' Pakistani Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi warned that Afghanistan is "at the brink of economic collapse" and the international community must urgently resume its funding and provide it humanitarian assistance. Asia-Pacific region should not return to Cold War tensions, warns Xi Jinping at APEC Ahead of a virtual meeting with US President Joe Biden, Chinese President Xi Jinping has said that the Asia-Pacific region must not return to the tensions of the Cold War era. Ardern’s popularity plummets as New Zealand struggles to check Delta outbreak As New Zealand struggles to contain Covid variant Delta’s outbreak, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern’s popularity has nosedived in two new polls. Ethiopian authorities round up high-profile Tigrayans, including bank CEOs and UN staff Ethiopian authorities have now rounded up high-profile Tigrayans in a mass crackdown on suspected supporters of rebellious northern forces. Docked 49 cents from wages for 2-minute delay, anguished Japanese train driver sues employer for $20,000 A train driver in Japan has sued his employer after 56 yen ($0.49) was docked from his wages for causing a brief delay to the country’s famously punctual rail system.

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A COP26 climate summit draft text on Wednesday urged countries to boost emission cutting goals by 2022, three years ahead of schedule. The UK&nbsp;The Supreme Court said in a statement that it "unanimously dismisses" the legal action brought by campaigners against the US-based tech giant on behalf of 4.4 million people in England and Wales.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/will-result-in-burning-themselves-china-hits-out-as-us-lawmakers-visit-taiwan-428299">Will result in burning themselves, China hits out as US lawmakers visit Taiwan</a>

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As reports claimed US lawmakers visited&nbsp;Taiwan, China blasted the move saying they were "playing with fire will result in burning themselves".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cop26-climate-summit-draft-deal-urges-nations-to-speed-up-emission-goals-in-2022-428241" hreflang="en">COP26: Draft deal urges nations to speed up emission goals in 2022</a>

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The draft said "rapid, deep and sustained reductions in global greenhouse gas emissions" were needed to avert the worst impacts of heating, which has already seen countries worldwide slammed by fiercer floods, droughts and storms. &nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/uks-top-court-blocks-class-action-lawsuit-against-google-428249">UK's top court blocks class action lawsuit against Google</a>

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The top court in Britain has blocked a class action against Google, accused of illegally tracking millions of iPhone users.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/no-holy-cows-says-pak-pm-imran-khan-as-sc-grills-him-on-2014-terror-case-428268">'No holy cows', says Pak PM Imran Khan as SC grills him on terror case</a>

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Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday said that there were 'no holy cows' in Pakistan as he&nbsp;was grilled by Pakistan Supreme Court in a case related to the 2014 school massacre carried out by Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) terror group.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-bail-denied-to-apple-dailys-publisher-over-dominic-raabs-comments-428263" hreflang="en">Hong Kong: Bail denied to Apple Daily's publisher over Dominic Raab's comments</a>

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Cheung Kim-hung, the chief executive officer of Hong Kong Media group Next Digital has been denied bail over the comments made by UK justice secretary Dominic Raab.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/amid-tensions-along-border-with-india-china-upgrades-logistics-to-brave-winter-428229">Amid tensions along LAC, China upgrades 'logistics to brave winter'</a>

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Amid tensions with India along the&nbsp;Line of Actual Control&nbsp;(LAC), China's state-run Global Times newspaper said frontline troops at the border are preparing "logistics for the upcoming winter".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-judge-orders-release-of-white-house-records-that-could-implicate-donald-trump-in-capitol-riot-428223" hreflang="en">US judge orders release of White House records that could implicate Donald Trump in Capitol riot</a>

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Trying to halt the&nbsp;release of the documents, Trump had said he had&nbsp;executive privilege to keep the communications and visitor logs related to that day under seal as a&nbsp;a former president.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-confirms-this-seasons-first-bird-flu-outbreak-culling-143000-chickens-428219" hreflang="en">Japan confirms this season's first bird flu outbreak, culling 143,000 chickens</a>

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Japan&nbsp;has detected its first outbreak of bird flu for the 2021 winter season, with confirmation of a case of "highly pathogenic avian influenza" at a poultry farm in the northeast of the country, the agriculture ministry said on Wednesday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/risk-of-death-from-covid-48-times-higher-for-unvaccinated-people-study-428204" hreflang="en">Risk of death from Covid 48 times higher for unvaccinated people: Study</a>

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An Australian study revealed that those who are completely vaccinated are 16 times less likely to end up in intensive care units (ICU) or die from COVID-19 than those who are not.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/us-journalist-held-in-myanmar-charged-with-terrorism-sedition-428287" hreflang="en">US journalist held in Myanmar charged with terrorism, sedition</a>

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An American journalist detained in military-ruled&nbsp;Myanmar&nbsp;accused of incitement is facing new charges of sedition and terrorism, his lawyer said on Wednesday, in a setback for US&nbsp;efforts to secure his release.

A COP26 climate summit draft text on Wednesday urged countries to boost emission cutting goals by 2022, three years ahead of schedule. The UK The Supreme Court said in a statement that it "unanimously dismisses" the legal action brought by campaigners against the US-based tech giant on behalf of 4.

A COP26 climate summit draft text on Wednesday urged countries to boost emission cutting goals by 2022, three years ahead of schedule. The UK The Supreme Court said in a statement that it "unanimously dismisses" the legal action brought by campaigners against the US-based tech giant on behalf of 4.4 million people in England and Wales. Will result in burning themselves, China hits out as US lawmakers visit Taiwan As reports claimed US lawmakers visited Taiwan, China blasted the move saying they were "playing with fire will result in burning themselves". COP26: Draft deal urges nations to speed up emission goals in 2022 The draft said "rapid, deep and sustained reductions in global greenhouse gas emissions" were needed to avert the worst impacts of heating, which has already seen countries worldwide slammed by fiercer floods, droughts and storms. UK's top court blocks class action lawsuit against Google The top court in Britain has blocked a class action against Google, accused of illegally tracking millions of iPhone users. 'No holy cows', says Pak PM Imran Khan as SC grills him on terror case Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday said that there were 'no holy cows' in Pakistan as he was grilled by Pakistan Supreme Court in a case related to the 2014 school massacre carried out by Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) terror group. Hong Kong: Bail denied to Apple Daily's publisher over Dominic Raab's comments Cheung Kim-hung, the chief executive officer of Hong Kong Media group Next Digital has been denied bail over the comments made by UK justice secretary Dominic Raab. Amid tensions along LAC, China upgrades 'logistics to brave winter' Amid tensions with India along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), China's state-run Global Times newspaper said frontline troops at the border are preparing "logistics for the upcoming winter". US judge orders release of White House records that could implicate Donald Trump in Capitol riot Trying to halt the release of the documents, Trump had said he had executive privilege to keep the communications and visitor logs related to that day under seal as a a former president. Japan confirms this season's first bird flu outbreak, culling 143,000 chickens Japan has detected its first outbreak of bird flu for the 2021 winter season, with confirmation of a case of "highly pathogenic avian influenza" at a poultry farm in the northeast of the country, the agriculture ministry said on Wednesday. Risk of death from Covid 48 times higher for unvaccinated people: Study An Australian study revealed that those who are completely vaccinated are 16 times less likely to end up in intensive care units (ICU) or die from COVID-19 than those who are not. US journalist held in Myanmar charged with terrorism, sedition An American journalist detained in military-ruled Myanmar accused of incitement is facing new charges of sedition and terrorism, his lawyer said on Wednesday, in a setback for US efforts to secure his release.

Top 10 world news: China hits out as US lawmakers visit Taiwan and more

71 domestic coronavirus cases reported in China, the highest since January and one of the worst outbreaks in the country in recent history, as mass tests revealed a trail of Delta variant infection.

In other news, as the United Kingdom struggles with a surge in Delta Coronavirus cases, a variant that has the potential to target young people in the future, the country has opened vaccinations for children. Based on official figures, more than 220,000 children in the country have received their first dose of the coronavirus vaccine.

To read the full story, please click on the headlines:&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-imposes-strict-international-travel-restrictions-after-highest-daily-covid-infections-402848">China imposes strict international travel restrictions after highest daily Covid infections</a>

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The number of Covid infections in China hit its highest level in a few months on Wednesday after a series of mass testing and contact tracing campaigns revealed evidence of a Delta variant outbreak.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-more-than-220000-children-inoculated-with-first-dose-of-covid-vaccine-402885">UK: More than 220,000 children inoculated with first dose of Covid vaccine</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/08/23/156074-coronavirus-in-children.jpg" />More than 220,000 children in the UK have received their first doses of the coronavirus vaccine since the government opened vaccination for young people.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jacinda-arderns-popularity-dips-as-vaccine-rollout-in-new-zealand-slows-down-402909">Jacinda Ardern's popularity dips as vaccine rollout in New Zealand slows down</a>

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New Zealand's Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has received praise for her leadership during the coronavirus pandemic and other policies. Her popularity, however, has dropped. According to a new local poll, Ardern's government's popularity is down 9.7 per cent, pushing Labour's rating to 43.3 per cent.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-becomes-epicentre-of-asias-covid-19-outbreak-second-in-region-to-top-100000-deaths-402911">Indonesia becomes epicentre of Asia's COVID-19 outbreak, second in region to top 100000 deaths</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/23/195879-untitled-design-88.jpg" />Data from the Indonesian health ministry revealed that Indonesia has reached the tragic milestone of 100,000 COVID-19 deaths, accounting for one of every five deaths worldwide.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/three-killed-more-than-50-hurt-as-two-trains-collide-in-czech-republic-402902">Three killed, more than 50 hurt as two trains collide in Czech Republic</a>

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In the Czech Republic, a fast train from Munich collided with a passenger train, killing at least three people and injuring more than 50.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-hit-by-rockets-fired-from-lebanon-responds-with-artillery-army-402809">Israel hit by rockets fired from Lebanon, responds with artillery: Army</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/04/205032-israel.JPG" />On Wednesday, three rockets were fired into northern Israel from Lebanon, causing warning sirens to sound in the Kiryat Shmona area. No casualties were reported.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/watch-taking-to-streets-afghan-first-vp-saleh-slams-pak-for-supporting-taliban-402802">Watch: Taking to streets, Afghan first VP Saleh slams Pak for supporting Taliban</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/03/08/186174-afghanistan-first-vice-president-amrullah-saleh.jpg" />Amrullah Saleh, Afghanistan's first vice president, took to the streets to protest the rising incidents of the Taliban attacking the country's security forces in a rush to seize power by force.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/women-sterilised-without-consent-in-czech-republic-to-get-compensation-402889">Women sterilised without consent in Czech Republic to get compensation</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/04/205083-czech-republics-president-milos-zeman.jpg" />Czech Republic's President&nbsp;Miloš&nbsp;Zeman signed a law this week to compensate women who were between 1966-2012 sterilised without their consent.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-infection-impacts-intelligence-levels-in-recovered-patients-study-402793">Coronavirus infection impacts intelligence levels in recovered patients: Study</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/01/200649-covid1.jpg" />A study&nbsp;of patients recovered from coronavirus infection&nbsp;found that those who were infected found it difficult to perform tasks involved with problem-solving, reasoning, and spatial planning.&nbsp;

Watch:&nbsp;North Korea says ready to hold talks on denuclearization in exchange of lifting of sanctions

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71 domestic coronavirus cases reported in China, the highest since January and one of the worst outbreaks in the country in recent history, as mass tests revealed a trail of Delta variant infection.

71 domestic coronavirus cases reported in China, the highest since January and one of the worst outbreaks in the country in recent history, as mass tests revealed a trail of Delta variant infection. In other news, as the United Kingdom struggles with a surge in Delta Coronavirus cases, a variant that has the potential to target young people in the future, the country has opened vaccinations for children. Based on official figures, more than 220,000 children in the country have received their first dose of the coronavirus vaccine. To read the full story, please click on the headlines: China imposes strict international travel restrictions after highest daily Covid infections The number of Covid infections in China hit its highest level in a few months on Wednesday after a series of mass testing and contact tracing campaigns revealed evidence of a Delta variant outbreak. UK: More than 220,000 children inoculated with first dose of Covid vaccine More than 220,000 children in the UK have received their first doses of the coronavirus vaccine since the government opened vaccination for young people. Jacinda Ardern's popularity dips as vaccine rollout in New Zealand slows down New Zealand's Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has received praise for her leadership during the coronavirus pandemic and other policies. Her popularity, however, has dropped. According to a new local poll, Ardern's government's popularity is down 9.7 per cent, pushing Labour's rating to 43.3 per cent. Indonesia becomes epicentre of Asia's COVID-19 outbreak, second in region to top 100000 deaths Data from the Indonesian health ministry revealed that Indonesia has reached the tragic milestone of 100,000 COVID-19 deaths, accounting for one of every five deaths worldwide. Three killed, more than 50 hurt as two trains collide in Czech Republic In the Czech Republic, a fast train from Munich collided with a passenger train, killing at least three people and injuring more than 50. Israel hit by rockets fired from Lebanon, responds with artillery: Army On Wednesday, three rockets were fired into northern Israel from Lebanon, causing warning sirens to sound in the Kiryat Shmona area. No casualties were reported. Watch: Taking to streets, Afghan first VP Saleh slams Pak for supporting Taliban Amrullah Saleh, Afghanistan's first vice president, took to the streets to protest the rising incidents of the Taliban attacking the country's security forces in a rush to seize power by force. Women sterilised without consent in Czech Republic to get compensation Czech Republic's President Miloš Zeman signed a law this week to compensate women who were between 1966-2012 sterilised without their consent. Coronavirus infection impacts intelligence levels in recovered patients: Study A study of patients recovered from coronavirus infection found that those who were infected found it difficult to perform tasks involved with problem-solving, reasoning, and spatial planning. Watch: North Korea says ready to hold talks on denuclearization in exchange of lifting of sanctions

Top 10 world news: China's international travel restrictions, UK vaccinates children, and more

Top 10 world news today: In this newsletter, we bring to you the biggest stories of August 2.&nbsp;

China has witnessed a surge in virus cases due to the Delta variant with several provinces and municipalities under lockdown restrictions. Florida has witnessed a surge in Coronavirus cases in the past two weeks due to the Delta variant as the total COVID-19 cases in the United States has crossed 35 million.US and British officials said the attack on MV Mercer Street appeared to be a drone strike as the Biden administration promised "appropriate response".

To read the full story, please click on the headlines: 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-provinces-face-lockdown-amid-rise-in-delta-virus-cases-402412">Chinese provinces face lockdown amid a rise in Delta virus cases</a>

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At least eight provinces recorded new coronavirus cases in China as areas in Xiamen, located in China's Fujian province reported 55 new locally transmitted cases.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/florida-breaks-covid-19-hospitalisation-record-as-cases-surge-402390">Florida breaks COVID-19 hospitalisation record as cases surge</a> 
 
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US infectious disease expert Dr Anthony Fauci said "things could get worse" as Florida registered the most number of hospitalisations due to COVID-19 compared to last year before the use of vaccines in the country.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/will-respond-to-any-adventurism-uk-summons-iranian-ambassador-over-tanker-attack-402439">Will respond to any adventurism: The UK summons Iranian ambassador over tanker attack</a> 
 
<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/02/204831-sunn1.jpg" />As Israel blamed Iran for the attack on a tanker managed by Israeli billionaire Eyal Ofer, Britain on Monday summoned &nbsp;Iran's ambassador over the incident which took place off the coast of Oman.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/watch-turkey-sees-mysterious-meteor-explosion-that-made-the-sky-bright-green-402417">Watch: Turkey sees 'mysterious' meteor explosion that made the sky bright green</a> 
 
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The residents of Izmir were taken aback by an explosion in the sky that occurred in Turkey.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-britains-gold-medalist-tom-daley-is-clicked-knitting-on-the-stands-earns-fans-on-the-internet-402421">Britain's gold medalist Tom Daley has clicked knitting on the stands, earns fans on the Internet</a> 
 
<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/02/204824-untitled-design-2021-08-02t173217613.jpg" />Great Britain's diver Tom Daley has caused quite a stir at the Olympics just by sitting at the stands and watching women's 3m springboard final on Sunday morning. 
 
Watch | PV Sindhu: India medal magnet | Olympic Icon Sindhu speaks to WION

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Watch | Olympic organizers launch investigation after athletes drink in groups

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Watch | Israel launches COVID booster shot campaign, President gets third vaccine shot

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Watch | Pandemic changes life of pets as they face new challenges in post lockdown world

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Watch | Afghan special forces, Taliban clashes in Herat

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Top 10 world news today: In this newsletter, we bring to you the biggest stories of August 2. China has witnessed a surge in virus cases due to the Delta variant with several provinces and municipalities under lockdown restrictions.

Top 10 world news today: In this newsletter, we bring to you the biggest stories of August 2. China has witnessed a surge in virus cases due to the Delta variant with several provinces and municipalities under lockdown restrictions. Florida has witnessed a surge in Coronavirus cases in the past two weeks due to the Delta variant as the total COVID-19 cases in the United States has crossed 35 million.US and British officials said the attack on MV Mercer Street appeared to be a drone strike as the Biden administration promised "appropriate response". To read the full story, please click on the headlines: Chinese provinces face lockdown amid a rise in Delta virus cases At least eight provinces recorded new coronavirus cases in China as areas in Xiamen, located in China's Fujian province reported 55 new locally transmitted cases. Florida breaks COVID-19 hospitalisation record as cases surge US infectious disease expert Dr Anthony Fauci said "things could get worse" as Florida registered the most number of hospitalisations due to COVID-19 compared to last year before the use of vaccines in the country. Will respond to any adventurism: The UK summons Iranian ambassador over tanker attack As Israel blamed Iran for the attack on a tanker managed by Israeli billionaire Eyal Ofer, Britain on Monday summoned Iran's ambassador over the incident which took place off the coast of Oman. Watch: Turkey sees 'mysterious' meteor explosion that made the sky bright green The residents of Izmir were taken aback by an explosion in the sky that occurred in Turkey. Britain's gold medalist Tom Daley has clicked knitting on the stands, earns fans on the Internet Great Britain's diver Tom Daley has caused quite a stir at the Olympics just by sitting at the stands and watching women's 3m springboard final on Sunday morning. Watch | PV Sindhu: India medal magnet | Olympic Icon Sindhu speaks to WION Watch | Olympic organizers launch investigation after athletes drink in groups Watch | Israel launches COVID booster shot campaign, President gets third vaccine shot Watch | Pandemic changes life of pets as they face new challenges in post lockdown world Watch | Afghan special forces, Taliban clashes in Herat

Top 10 world news: China COVID outbreak, Iran warns against action and more

Top 10 world news today: In this newsletter, we bring to you the biggest stories of June 2. Bringing an end to the longest war, spanning almost two decades, the United States has already withdrawn 30 to 44 per cent of its troops from Afghanistan.&nbsp;This comes in the wake of US President Joe Biden's decision to complete a 100 per cent withdrawal by the 20th anniversary of 9/11 attacks which devastated the world superpower. Meanwhile, read what US’ top disease control official, Anthony Fauci, has to say about dealing with the coronavirus pandemic, while working with Donald Trump's government. Also read about a herd of elephants which has already travelled 500kms through China. This and more, below!

To read the full story, please click on the headline.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/us-troop-withdrawal-from-afghanistan-30-44-per-cent-complete-centcom-388918">US troop withdrawal from Afghanistan 30-44 per cent complete: CENTCOM</a>

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Inching closer to US President&nbsp;Joe Biden's target to withdraw 100 per cent&nbsp;of US troops, from war-torn Afghanistan by September 11, according to the US Central Command&nbsp;&nbsp;until last month, an estimated 30 to 44 per cent of American troops have already&nbsp;been withdrawn.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/if-the-un-does-not-clean-it-turkey-president-erdogan-threatens-to-target-refugee-camps-inside-iraq-389023">'If the UN does not clean it': Turkey President Erdogan threatens to target refugee camps inside Iraq</a>

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Turkey President Tayyip&nbsp;Erdogan&nbsp;has threatened to "clean up" refugee camps inside Iraq which he alleged sheltered Kurdish militants.&nbsp;Referring to the&nbsp;Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) he said that the Makhmour camp is an "incubator" for militants. While talking&nbsp;to a state-run channel, Erdogan said, "If the United Nations does not clean it up, we will do it as a UN member,".&nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/isaac-herzog-elected-israel-president-as-opposition-scrambles-to-unseat-pm-netanyahu-388986">Isaac Herzog elected Israel president as opposition scrambles to unseat PM Netanyahu</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/02/197033-israel.jpg" />Replacing President Reuen Rivlin, Labour veteran Isaac Herzog has been elected as Israel's new President. The election was&nbsp;done&nbsp;through a secret ballot.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/irans-key-naval-ship-sinks-in-gulf-of-oman-388989">Iran's key naval ship sinks in Gulf of Oman</a>

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An Iranian naval vessel, tanker 'Kharg" sank in the&nbsp;Gulf of Oman&nbsp;after efforts to put out a fire failed. According to Iran Navy reports, the crew safely disembarked.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/will-blow-your-mind-faucis-emails-reveal-chaos-confusion-during-covid-388891">'Will blow your mind': Fauci's emails reveal chaos, confusion during Covid</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/04/28/193024-oof-5.jpg" />After almost a year of fighting the deadly&nbsp;coronavirus&nbsp;on behalf of the whole country, US’ top disease control official, Anthony Fauci, has opened up about his struggle in the White House with the previous administration, led by Donald Trump.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/why-scientists-are-concerned-about-virus-leaks-at-biolabs-389030">Why scientists are concerned about virus leaks at biolabs</a>

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The recent theory that COVID-19 might be the result of scientific experiments has now thrown a spotlight on the work of the world's most secure&nbsp;Biolabs,&nbsp;with many experts want tougher controls on such facilities over fears that accidental&nbsp;leaks&nbsp;could touch off the next pandemic.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/watch-why-did-a-herd-of-elephants-recently-travel-500-kms-in-china-389003">Watch: Why did a herd of elephants recently travel 500 kms in China?</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/02/197041-untitled-design-99.jpg" />In China, a herd of 15 wild Asian elephants have captured national attention. Travelling&nbsp;500 kilometres over the course of the last few weeks, all the while walking through forests, highways and even urban areas, they&nbsp;have now reached the outskirts of Kunming city in Southern Yunnan.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-pandemic-has-pushed-100-million-more-people-into-poverty-un-report-reveals-389031">Covid pandemic has pushed 100 million more people into poverty, UN report reveals</a>

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In a new report, he United Nation’s International Labour Organization (ILO) talks about how the COVID-19 pandemic has pushed over 100 million people into poverty. They also&nbsp;warn&nbsp;that&nbsp;the crisis in labour market caused by the pandemic is not over yet.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-reports-first-human-case-of-h10n3-bird-flu-heres-what-we-know-so-far-389028">China reports first human case of H10N3 bird flu. Here's what we know so far</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/02/197057-oof-2.jpg" />Beijing's National Health Commission (NHC)&nbsp; ha confirmed a&nbsp;41-year-old man in China's eastern province of Jiangsu&nbsp;as the first human case of infection with a rare strain of&nbsp;bird&nbsp;flu&nbsp;known as H10N3.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-to-detail-global-distribution-plan-for-80-million-vaccine-doses-388916">US to detail global distribution plan for 80 million vaccine doses</a>

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Speaking at a joint news conference with Costa Rican President Carlos Alvarado, US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken said that The United States will in the next two weeks announce how the country plans to distribute 80 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines which it has pledged globally.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Top 10 world news today: In this newsletter, we bring to you the biggest stories of June 2. Bringing an end to the longest war, spanning almost two decades, the United States has already withdrawn 30 to 44 per cent of its troops from Afghanistan.

Top 10 world news today: In this newsletter, we bring to you the biggest stories of June 2. Bringing an end to the longest war, spanning almost two decades, the United States has already withdrawn 30 to 44 per cent of its troops from Afghanistan. This comes in the wake of US President Joe Biden's decision to complete a 100 per cent withdrawal by the 20th anniversary of 9/11 attacks which devastated the world superpower. Meanwhile, read what US’ top disease control official, Anthony Fauci, has to say about dealing with the coronavirus pandemic, while working with Donald Trump's government. Also read about a herd of elephants which has already travelled 500kms through China. This and more, below! To read the full story, please click on the headline. US troop withdrawal from Afghanistan 30-44 per cent complete: CENTCOM Inching closer to US President Joe Biden's target to withdraw 100 per cent of US troops, from war-torn Afghanistan by September 11, according to the US Central Command until last month, an estimated 30 to 44 per cent of American troops have already been withdrawn. 'If the UN does not clean it': Turkey President Erdogan threatens to target refugee camps inside Iraq Turkey President Tayyip Erdogan has threatened to "clean up" refugee camps inside Iraq which he alleged sheltered Kurdish militants. Referring to the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) he said that the Makhmour camp is an "incubator" for militants. While talking to a state-run channel, Erdogan said, "If the United Nations does not clean it up, we will do it as a UN member,". Isaac Herzog elected Israel president as opposition scrambles to unseat PM Netanyahu Replacing President Reuen Rivlin, Labour veteran Isaac Herzog has been elected as Israel's new President. The election was done through a secret ballot. Iran's key naval ship sinks in Gulf of Oman An Iranian naval vessel, tanker 'Kharg" sank in the Gulf of Oman after efforts to put out a fire failed. According to Iran Navy reports, the crew safely disembarked. 'Will blow your mind': Fauci's emails reveal chaos, confusion during Covid After almost a year of fighting the deadly coronavirus on behalf of the whole country, US’ top disease control official, Anthony Fauci, has opened up about his struggle in the White House with the previous administration, led by Donald Trump. Why scientists are concerned about virus leaks at biolabs The recent theory that COVID-19 might be the result of scientific experiments has now thrown a spotlight on the work of the world's most secure Biolabs, with many experts want tougher controls on such facilities over fears that accidental leaks could touch off the next pandemic. Watch: Why did a herd of elephants recently travel 500 kms in China? In China, a herd of 15 wild Asian elephants have captured national attention. Travelling 500 kilometres over the course of the last few weeks, all the while walking through forests, highways and even urban areas, they have now reached the outskirts of Kunming city in Southern Yunnan. Covid pandemic has pushed 100 million more people into poverty, UN report reveals In a new report, he United Nation’s International Labour Organization (ILO) talks about how the COVID-19 pandemic has pushed over 100 million people into poverty. They also warn that the crisis in labour market caused by the pandemic is not over yet. China reports first human case of H10N3 bird flu. Here's what we know so far Beijing's National Health Commission (NHC) ha confirmed a 41-year-old man in China's eastern province of Jiangsu as the first human case of infection with a rare strain of bird flu known as H10N3. US to detail global distribution plan for 80 million vaccine doses Speaking at a joint news conference with Costa Rican President Carlos Alvarado, US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken said that The United States will in the next two weeks announce how the country plans to distribute 80 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines which it has pledged globally.

Top 10 world news today: US troop withdrawal from Afghanistan almost halfway complete, UN releases report on pandemic-driven poverty and more

Top 10 world news today: In this newsletter, we bring to you the biggest stories of June 1. Malaysia on Tuesday scrambled Hawk jets after 16 Chinese planes were identified heading towards its airspace. In Russia, the war against social media companies has intensified. On Tuesday, the country passed a new law mandating local offices in the country, failing which many portals could face a ban. In the Australian state of Victoria, chances of lockdown being lifted are looking dimmer as cases continue to rise. On the tech front, we bring to you a tale of an unusual Japanese robot that will travel to the Moon. In addition, Twitter's alleged new labelling system to end misinformation could see the light of the day soon. This and more, below!

To read the full story, please click on the headline.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/malaysia-scrambles-jets-to-intercept-chinese-planes-in-south-china-sea-388810" hreflang="en">Malaysia scrambles jets to intercept Chinese planes in South China Sea</a>

The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) on&nbsp;Tuesday scrambled Hawk jets after it identified 16 People’s Liberation Army Air Force&nbsp;(PLAAF)&nbsp;planes heading towards its airspace.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-lawmakers-pass-bill-to-make-foreign-web-giants-open-local-offices-or-face-ban-388804">Russia passes bill to make foreign web giants open local offices or face ban</a>

Amid crackdown on internet giants Google,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/twitter-is-working-on-a-three-tier-labelling-mechanism-to-fight-misinformation-heres-how-itll-work-388770">Twitter&nbsp;</a>and Facebook, the Russian lawmakers on Tuesday passed a bill that would ensure foreign internet companies to set up local offices in the country or face penalties and even a possible ban.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-victoria-state-lockdown-end-date-in-doubt-after-new-covid-19-cases-388785">Australia: Victoria state lockdown end date in doubt after new COVID-19 cases</a>

Australia's&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-victoria-orders-snap-lockdown-for-7-days-as-covid-cases-double-387646">Victoria&nbsp;</a>state, which had gone into a snap lockdown, recorded three new coronavirus cases overnight on Monday, throwing into doubt the date for the end of the week-long lockdown.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/syrian-war-has-killed-nearly-half-a-million-people-since-2011-new-tally-finds-388806">Syrian war has killed nearly half a million people since 2011, new tally finds</a>

The Syrian war has killed almost&nbsp;half a million people, a new tally on Tuesday claimed. According to Syrian Observatory, which functions out of the UK, the decade-long war has killed 494,438 since it began in 2011.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-re-checks-research-on-when-coronavirus-first-surfaced-in-italy-388813" hreflang="en">WHO re-checks research on when coronavirus first surfaced in Italy</a>

Samples from a study suggesting the coronavirus was circulating outside China by October 2019 have been re-tested at the World Health Organization`s (WTO) request, two scientists who led the Italian research said.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/japan-is-sending-a-shape-shifting-miniature-robot-to-the-moon-388783" hreflang="en">Japan is sending a shape-shifting miniature robot to the Moon</a>

Japan aims to turn up the heat! The country’s space agency - Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) is sending a shapeshifting robot, first of its kind to the Moon.

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/01/196935-oof-11.jpg" />

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-eases-coronavirus-restrictions-amid-nationwide-vaccination-388778" hreflang="en">Israel eases coronavirus restrictions amid nationwide vaccination</a>

Amid large scale vaccination campaign, Israeli authorities on Tuesday decided to lift&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-reports-worlds-first-human-case-of-h10n3-avian-influenza-388728">coronavirus</a>&nbsp;restrictions.

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/01/196932-vax.jpg" />

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ethiopias-tigray-at-serious-risk-of-famine-90-need-emergency-food-aid-388760" hreflang="en">Ethiopia’s Tigray at ‘serious risk of famine, 90% need emergency food aid</a>

Ethiopia's war-hit Tigray region is facing emergency food insecurity and this condition can pose a serious risk of famine if assistance is not scaled up in the next two months, senior UN officials have warned

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/twitter-is-working-on-a-three-tier-labelling-mechanism-to-fight-misinformation-heres-how-itll-work-388770" hreflang="en">Twitter is working on a three-tier labelling mechanism to fight misinformation. Here's how it'll work</a>

Now, Twitter will mark user tweets based on the accuracy of information it claims to represent.&nbsp;

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Watch:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/videos/the-focus-should-be-on-increasing-vaccine-production-says-eu-388821" hreflang="en">'The focus should be on increasing vaccine production', says EU</a>

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Top 10 world news today: In this newsletter, we bring to you the biggest stories of June 1. Malaysia on Tuesday scrambled Hawk jets after 16 Chinese planes were identified heading towards its airspace.

Top 10 world news today: In this newsletter, we bring to you the biggest stories of June 1. Malaysia on Tuesday scrambled Hawk jets after 16 Chinese planes were identified heading towards its airspace. In Russia, the war against social media companies has intensified. On Tuesday, the country passed a new law mandating local offices in the country, failing which many portals could face a ban. In the Australian state of Victoria, chances of lockdown being lifted are looking dimmer as cases continue to rise. On the tech front, we bring to you a tale of an unusual Japanese robot that will travel to the Moon. In addition, Twitter's alleged new labelling system to end misinformation could see the light of the day soon. This and more, below! To read the full story, please click on the headline. Malaysia scrambles jets to intercept Chinese planes in South China Sea The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) on Tuesday scrambled Hawk jets after it identified 16 People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) planes heading towards its airspace. Russia passes bill to make foreign web giants open local offices or face ban Amid crackdown on internet giants Google, Twitter and Facebook, the Russian lawmakers on Tuesday passed a bill that would ensure foreign internet companies to set up local offices in the country or face penalties and even a possible ban. Australia: Victoria state lockdown end date in doubt after new COVID-19 cases Australia's Victoria state, which had gone into a snap lockdown, recorded three new coronavirus cases overnight on Monday, throwing into doubt the date for the end of the week-long lockdown. Syrian war has killed nearly half a million people since 2011, new tally finds The Syrian war has killed almost half a million people, a new tally on Tuesday claimed. According to Syrian Observatory, which functions out of the UK, the decade-long war has killed 494,438 since it began in 2011. WHO re-checks research on when coronavirus first surfaced in Italy Samples from a study suggesting the coronavirus was circulating outside China by October 2019 have been re-tested at the World Health Organization`s (WTO) request, two scientists who led the Italian research said. Japan is sending a shape-shifting miniature robot to the Moon Japan aims to turn up the heat! The country’s space agency - Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) is sending a shapeshifting robot, first of its kind to the Moon. Israel eases coronavirus restrictions amid nationwide vaccination Amid large scale vaccination campaign, Israeli authorities on Tuesday decided to lift coronavirus restrictions. Ethiopia’s Tigray at ‘serious risk of famine, 90% need emergency food aid Ethiopia's war-hit Tigray region is facing emergency food insecurity and this condition can pose a serious risk of famine if assistance is not scaled up in the next two months, senior UN officials have warned Twitter is working on a three-tier labelling mechanism to fight misinformation. Here's how it'll work Now, Twitter will mark user tweets based on the accuracy of information it claims to represent. Watch: 'The focus should be on increasing vaccine production', says EU

Top 10 world news today: Malaysia scrambles jets after spotting Chinese planes, and more

Top 10 world news today: In this newsletter, we bring to you the biggest stories of May 31. China has now changed its kids policy, allowing couples to have three kids. In Vietnam, a new "hybrid variant" is wreaking havoc, stirring a wave of fear and paranoia and now, the country's aviation body announced it will suspend inbound flights from abroad to capital Hanoi from June 1. In the United Kingdom, authorities are worried about a new wave of Covid infections.&nbsp;The British health ministry had warned earlier that the&nbsp;B1.617.2&nbsp;variant was spreading "increasingly rapidly" in northwest England and in some parts of London. On the science front, we have the latest on the controversy over Covid's real origins and a fresh take on how climate change could bring grave pathogens to life in our water bodies.&nbsp;

To read the full story, please click on the headline.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-detecting-hybrid-variant-vietnam-to-suspend-incoming-international-flights-to-hanoi-388619" hreflang="en">After detecting 'hybrid variant', Vietnam to suspend incoming flights to Hanoi</a>

Just days after&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spreads-through-air-vietnam-reports-new-variant-of-coronavirus-388243">Vietnam</a>&nbsp;reported a&nbsp;"hybrid variant"&nbsp;of the coronavirus, the country's aviation body announced it will suspend inbound flights from abroad to capital Hanoi from June 1.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/signs-of-an-early-wave-uk-grapples-with-unlock-measures-amid-third-wave-fears-388604">UK grapples with unlock measures amid 'signs of an early wave'</a>

As the UK prepares to ease the lockdown on June 21, scientists in the country&nbsp;have warned that a&nbsp;third wave&nbsp;of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/amid-virus-surge-singapore-set-to-vaccinate-students-from-june-3-388595">coronavirus</a>&nbsp;may have already begun in Britain.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/extremely-serious-says-france-amid-us-nsa-denmark-spying-row-388588">Extremely serious, says France amid US NSA-Denmark spying row</a>

Amid reports US officials spied on politicians in Europe with the covert help of&nbsp;Danish intelligence, France said the allegations&nbsp;were&nbsp; "extremely serious" and&nbsp;it will find out whether "our partners in the EU, the Danes, have committed errors".

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/amid-virus-surge-singapore-set-to-vaccinate-students-from-june-3-388595">Amid virus surge, Singapore set to vaccinate students from June 3</a>

Amid rising coronavirus cases in the country, Singapore PM Lee Hsien Loong said the authorities will start vaccinating school&nbsp;children&nbsp;aged 12 and above as health regulators approved the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine for adolescents.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/urging-further-probe-into-virus-origins-us-experts-warn-of-covid-26-and-covid-32-388601">Urging further probe into virus origins, US experts warn of 'COVID-26'</a>

On Sunday, two US disease experts urged Chinese government to cooperate with the world if the true origins of Covid are to be ever understood.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-lapid-speaks-of-obstacles-in-bid-to-oust-netanyahu-388633" hreflang="en">Israel: Lapid speaks of 'obstacles' in bid to oust Netanyahu</a>

Israel's opposition leader Yair Lapid on Monday said that there were many obstacles that remained before the building of a diverse coalition to oust Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/31/196848-yair-lapid.jpg" /><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-zealand-australia-play-down-differences-on-china-388622" hreflang="en">New Zealand, Australia play down differences on China</a>

New Zealand and Australia downplayed policy differences on China Monday, with Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern denying Wellington was taking a soft stance on human rights to avoid offending its largest trading partner.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kongs-grandma-wong-arrested-for-solo-tiananmen-protest-388617" hreflang="en">Hong Kong's 'Grandma Wong' arrested for solo Tiananmen protest</a>

Hong Kong police have arrested an elderly democracy activist as she made a solo demonstration over China's deadly Tiananmen crackdown in a vivid illustration of the zero protest tolerance now wielded by authorities in the financial hub.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/climate-change-will-shoot-up-cases-of-brain-eating-amoeba-heres-how-388610" hreflang="en">Climate change will shoot up cases of brain-eating amoeba. Here's how</a>

Climate change could tremendously alter the pathogens that thrive in water. Scientists believe that owing to warming waters, life-threatening waterborne pathogens could become more common.

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/12/21/175095-untitled-design-4.jpg" />

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-abolishes-two-child-policy-allows-three-children-per-couple-388548" hreflang="en">China abolishes two-child policy, allows three children per couple</a>

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Top 10 world news today: In this newsletter, we bring to you the biggest stories of May 31. China has now changed its kids policy, allowing couples to have three kids.

Top 10 world news today: In this newsletter, we bring to you the biggest stories of May 31. China has now changed its kids policy, allowing couples to have three kids. In Vietnam, a new "hybrid variant" is wreaking havoc, stirring a wave of fear and paranoia and now, the country's aviation body announced it will suspend inbound flights from abroad to capital Hanoi from June 1. In the United Kingdom, authorities are worried about a new wave of Covid infections. The British health ministry had warned earlier that the B1.617.2 variant was spreading "increasingly rapidly" in northwest England and in some parts of London. On the science front, we have the latest on the controversy over Covid's real origins and a fresh take on how climate change could bring grave pathogens to life in our water bodies. To read the full story, please click on the headline. After detecting 'hybrid variant', Vietnam to suspend incoming flights to Hanoi Just days after Vietnam reported a "hybrid variant" of the coronavirus, the country's aviation body announced it will suspend inbound flights from abroad to capital Hanoi from June 1. UK grapples with unlock measures amid 'signs of an early wave' As the UK prepares to ease the lockdown on June 21, scientists in the country have warned that a third wave of coronavirus may have already begun in Britain. Extremely serious, says France amid US NSA-Denmark spying row Amid reports US officials spied on politicians in Europe with the covert help of Danish intelligence, France said the allegations were "extremely serious" and it will find out whether "our partners in the EU, the Danes, have committed errors". Amid virus surge, Singapore set to vaccinate students from June 3 Amid rising coronavirus cases in the country, Singapore PM Lee Hsien Loong said the authorities will start vaccinating school children aged 12 and above as health regulators approved the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine for adolescents. Urging further probe into virus origins, US experts warn of 'COVID-26' On Sunday, two US disease experts urged Chinese government to cooperate with the world if the true origins of Covid are to be ever understood. Israel: Lapid speaks of 'obstacles' in bid to oust Netanyahu Israel's opposition leader Yair Lapid on Monday said that there were many obstacles that remained before the building of a diverse coalition to oust Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. New Zealand, Australia play down differences on China New Zealand and Australia downplayed policy differences on China Monday, with Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern denying Wellington was taking a soft stance on human rights to avoid offending its largest trading partner. Hong Kong's 'Grandma Wong' arrested for solo Tiananmen protest Hong Kong police have arrested an elderly democracy activist as she made a solo demonstration over China's deadly Tiananmen crackdown in a vivid illustration of the zero protest tolerance now wielded by authorities in the financial hub. Climate change will shoot up cases of brain-eating amoeba. Here's how Climate change could tremendously alter the pathogens that thrive in water. Scientists believe that owing to warming waters, life-threatening waterborne pathogens could become more common. China abolishes two-child policy, allows three children per couple

Top 10 world news today: China abandons two-child policy, Vietnam bans flights due to new variant, and more

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

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

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

Top 10 world news today: Here are the biggest news stories of the day, from Nepal PM Oli's loss in the parliament, to Pfizer's recent announcement for its vaccine efficacy. We have it all - click on the headline to read the full story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/nepal-pm-kp-sharma-oli-fails-to-win-confidence-vote-in-parliament-384122" hreflang="en">Nepal PM KP Sharma Oli fails to win confidence vote in Parliament</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jerusalem-violence-palestinians-take-refuge-inside-al-aqsa-mosque-384133">Jerusalem violence: Palestinians take refuge inside Al-Aqsa mosque</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-fights-to-attend-who-meeting-as-china-denies-entry-384144">Taiwan fights to attend WHO meeting as China denies entry</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-evidence-vaccine-need-to-be-adapted-for-variants-declares-biontech-384128">No evidence vaccine need to be adapted for variants, declares BioNTech</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/another-letter-penned-by-soldiers-foretelling-civil-war-in-france-surfaces-384129">Another letter penned by soldiers foretelling civil war in France surfaces</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/australian-court-dismisses-petition-challenging-ban-on-citizens-from-covid-stricken-india-384134" hreflang="en">Australian court dismisses petition challenging ban on citizens from Covid-stricken India</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/an-italian-woman-received-six-doses-of-pfizer-covid-vaccine-what-happened-next-384146" hreflang="en">An Italian woman received six doses of Pfizer Covid vaccine. What happened next?</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/marine-animals-thought-extinct-for-273-million-years-found-in-pacific-ocean-384121" hreflang="en">Marine animals thought extinct for 273 million years found in Pacific Ocean!</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/climate-change-to-destroy-over-20-of-tea-growing-areas-in-kenya-by-2050-384100" hreflang="en">Climate change to destroy over 20% of tea growing areas in Kenya by 2050</a>

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Watch:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/videos/goodbye-pollution-bolivian-companies-team-up-for-fully-eco-friendly-deliveries-384151" hreflang="en">Goodbye pollution! Bolivian companies team up for fully eco-friendly deliveries</a>

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Top 10 world news today: Here are the biggest news stories of the day, from Nepal PM Oli's loss in the parliament, to Pfizer's recent announcement for its vaccine efficacy.

Top 10 world news today: Here are the biggest news stories of the day, from Nepal PM Oli's loss in the parliament, to Pfizer's recent announcement for its vaccine efficacy. We have it all - click on the headline to read the full story. Nepal PM KP Sharma Oli fails to win confidence vote in Parliament Jerusalem violence: Palestinians take refuge inside Al-Aqsa mosque Taiwan fights to attend WHO meeting as China denies entry No evidence vaccine need to be adapted for variants, declares BioNTech Another letter penned by soldiers foretelling civil war in France surfaces Australian court dismisses petition challenging ban on citizens from Covid-stricken India An Italian woman received six doses of Pfizer Covid vaccine. What happened next? Marine animals thought extinct for 273 million years found in Pacific Ocean! Climate change to destroy over 20% of tea growing areas in Kenya by 2050 Watch: Goodbye pollution! Bolivian companies team up for fully eco-friendly deliveries

Top 10 world news today: Violence ensues in Jerusalem, Nepalese PM loses confidence vote, and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-china-sea-dispute-philippines-foreign-minister-lambasts-china-in-expletive-laced-tweet-382529">Philippines foreign minister lambasts China in expletive-laced tweet</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-begins-reunifying-migrant-families-separated-by-trump-era-border-policy-382545" hreflang="en">US begins reuniting some families separated at Mexico border</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmar-rebel-group-says-it-shot-down-military-helicopter-382554">Myanmar rebel group says it shot down military helicopter</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/after-news-law-feud-australias-seven-west-media-signs-google-facebook-deals-382534">After news law feud, Australia's Seven West Media signs Google, Facebook deal</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israeli-state-watchdog-to-investigate-religious-festival-stampede-382570" hreflang="en">Israeli state watchdog to investigate religious festival stampede</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-denies-reports-of-prisoner-swap-with-us-382542" hreflang="en">Iran denies reports of prisoner swap with US</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/syria-bashar-al-assad-will-face-two-rivals-in-presidential-elections-382568">Syria: Bashar al-Assad will face two 'rivals' in presidential elections</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pfizer-donates-largest-humanitarian-relief-worth-70-million-to-india-382573" hreflang="en">Pfizer donates 'largest humanitarian relief' worth $70 million to India</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/twenty-six-killed-in-boat-accident-in-bangladesh-382553" hreflang="en">Twenty six killed in boat accident in Bangladesh</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-zealand-fires-nine-border-workers-who-refused-coronavirus-vaccines-382562" hreflang="en">New Zealand fires nine border workers who refused coronavirus vaccines</a>

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Philippines foreign minister lambasts China in expletive-laced tweet US begins reuniting some families separated at Mexico border Myanmar rebel group says it sh

Philippines foreign minister lambasts China in expletive-laced tweet US begins reuniting some families separated at Mexico border Myanmar rebel group says it shot down military helicopter After news law feud, Australia's Seven West Media signs Google, Facebook deal Israeli state watchdog to investigate religious festival stampede Iran denies reports of prisoner swap with US Syria: Bashar al-Assad will face two 'rivals' in presidential elections Pfizer donates 'largest humanitarian relief' worth $70 million to India Twenty six killed in boat accident in Bangladesh New Zealand fires nine border workers who refused coronavirus vaccines

Top 10 world news today: Philippines lambasts China, US begins reuniting some families separated at Mexico border and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/live-prince-philip-queen-elizabeths-husband-dies-aged-99-376318">LIVE: Prince Philip, Queen Elizabeth's husband, dies</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/world-leaders-mourn-prince-philips-death-376360" hreflang="en">World leaders mourn Prince Philip's death</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraines-military-rules-out-offensive-against-pro-russia-separatists-376417" hreflang="en">Ukraine's military rules out offensive against pro-Russia separatists</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-vows-necessary-measures-after-us-blacklists-its-supercomputing-entities-376388">China vows 'necessary measures' after US blacklists its supercomputing firms</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pentagon-chief-austin-to-visit-israel-germany-britain-376393" hreflang="en">Pentagon chief Austin to visit Israel, Germany, Britain</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-takes-aim-at-overseas-uighurs-academics-criticising-communist-party-376299" hreflang="en">China takes aim at overseas Uighurs, academics criticising Communist Party</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/norway-police-fines-pm-erna-solberg-for-breaking-covid-19-social-distancing-rules-376310" hreflang="en">Norway police fines PM Erna Solberg for breaking COVID-19 social distancing rules</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/elon-musks-neuroscience-startup-neuralink-shows-monkey-playing-video-games-via-brain-chip-376359" hreflang="en">Elon Musk's neuroscience startup Neuralink shows monkey playing video games via brain chip</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eleven-soldiers-killed-in-attack-in-nigeria-376443" hreflang="en">Eleven soldiers killed in attack in Nigeria</a>

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LIVE: Prince Philip, Queen Elizabeth's husband, dies World leaders mourn Prince Philip's death Ukraine's military rules out offensive against pro-Russia separat

LIVE: Prince Philip, Queen Elizabeth's husband, dies World leaders mourn Prince Philip's death Ukraine's military rules out offensive against pro-Russia separatists China vows 'necessary measures' after US blacklists its supercomputing firms Pentagon chief Austin to visit Israel, Germany, Britain China takes aim at overseas Uighurs, academics criticising Communist Party Norway police fines PM Erna Solberg for breaking COVID-19 social distancing rules Elon Musk's neuroscience startup Neuralink shows monkey playing video games via brain chip Eleven soldiers killed in attack in Nigeria

Top 10 world news today: Prince Philip dies, Ukraine refuses offensive against Russia and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-state-secretary-blinken-says-us-deeply-troubled-by-russias-intolerance-of-free-speech-366669" hreflang="en">Blinken says US 'deeply troubled' by Russia's intolerance of free speech</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/one-woman-shot-and-wounded-in-myanmar-polices-crackdown-on-protests-366670" hreflang="en">One woman shot and wounded in Myanmar police's crackdown on protests</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/42-people-including-27-school-children-abducted-from-nigerian-school-released-366626" hreflang="en">42 people, including 27 school children abducted from Nigerian school released</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-senators-introduce-legislation-to-end-chinas-access-to-multiple-year-visa-366661">US senators introduce legislation to end China's access to multiple year visa</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/syria-slams-cowardly-us-air-strikes-on-iran-backed-militias-366663" hreflang="en">Syria slams 'cowardly' US air strikes on Iran-backed militias</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australian-pm-scott-morrison-informed-about-historical-rape-allegation-against-cabinet-minister-366569" hreflang="en">Australian PM Scott Morrison informed about historical rape allegation</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pakistan-pm-yet-again-puts-onus-of-restoring-ceasefire-along-loc-on-india-366653">Pakistan PM yet again puts onus of restoring ceasefire along LoC on India</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-marks-sixth-anniversary-of-kremlin-critic-nemtsovs-assassination-366667" hreflang="en">Russia marks sixth anniversary of Kremlin critic Nemtsov's assassination</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/researchers-sequence-64-human-genomes-at-high-resolution-366656" hreflang="en">Researchers sequence 64 human genomes at high resolution</a>

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Blinken says US 'deeply troubled' by Russia's intolerance of free speech One woman shot and wounded in Myanmar police's crackdown on protests 42 people, includi

Blinken says US 'deeply troubled' by Russia's intolerance of free speech One woman shot and wounded in Myanmar police's crackdown on protests 42 people, including 27 school children abducted from Nigerian school released US senators introduce legislation to end China's access to multiple year visa Syria slams 'cowardly' US air strikes on Iran-backed militias Australian PM Scott Morrison informed about historical rape allegation Pakistan PM yet again puts onus of restoring ceasefire along LoC on India Russia marks sixth anniversary of Kremlin critic Nemtsov's assassination Researchers sequence 64 human genomes at high resolution

Top 10 world news today: US criticises Russia's intolerance of free speech, woman shot in Myanmar protest and more

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-campaign-received-usd-15-million-in-donations-from-big-tech-employees-report-365201">Biden campaign got $15 million in donations from big tech employees: Report</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/space-station-launch-honours-black-nasa-mathematician-in-hidden-figures-film-365210" hreflang="en">Space station launch honours Black NASA mathematician in 'Hidden Figures' film</a>

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Iran reiterates stance, says US must first lift sanctions to revive 2015 deal Biden campaign got $15 million in donations from big tech employees: Report China 

Iran reiterates stance, says US must first lift sanctions to revive 2015 deal Biden campaign got $15 million in donations from big tech employees: Report China approves 16 locally-made Covid vaccines for clinical trials Israel's Mediterranean shoreline drenched with tar after offshore oil spill Turkey launches probe into a pro-Kurdish MP over 'Iraq visit' Taiwan confirms three cases of Brazil coronavirus variant UK accelerates vaccine rollout as end of lockdown in sight Novak Djokovic thumps Daniil Medvedev to win 18th Grand Slam title Five killed due to severe floods in Indonesia's capital Space station launch honours Black NASA mathematician in 'Hidden Figures' film

Top 10 world news today: Iran says US must lift sanctions, Biden campaign got $15 million in donations from big tech and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-reports-first-cases-of-h5n8-bird-flu-in-humans-365072" hreflang="en">Russia reports first cases of H5N8 bird flu in humans</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/shooting-at-myanmar-anti-coup-protest-injures-at-least-six-people-365055">Shooting at Myanmar anti-coup protest injures at least six people</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-expresses-concern-about-chinese-attempts-in-east-south-china-sea-365042" hreflang="en">Japan expresses concern about Chinese attempts in East, South China Sea</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coca-cola-promotes-anti-white-rhetoric-invites-backlash-365070">Coca-Cola promotes anti-white rhetoric, invites backlash</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-to-host-un-nuclear-watchdog-chief-ahead-of-sanctions-deadline-365039">Iran to host UN nuclear watchdog chief ahead of sanctions deadline</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-reassures-americans-covid-vaccines-are-safe-365067">Biden reassures Americans Covid vaccines are safe</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-grants-emergency-use-authorisation-for-astrazeneca-coronavirus-vaccine-365057" hreflang="en">Taiwan grants emergency authorisation for AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/monsoon-floods-hit-jakarta-more-than-1000-forced-to-evacuate-365043" hreflang="en">Monsoon floods hit Jakarta, more than 1,000 forced to evacuate</a>

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Russia reports first cases of H5N8 bird flu in humans Shooting at Myanmar anti-coup protest injures at least six people Japan expresses concern about Chinese at

Russia reports first cases of H5N8 bird flu in humans Shooting at Myanmar anti-coup protest injures at least six people Japan expresses concern about Chinese attempts in East, South China Sea Coca-Cola promotes anti-white rhetoric, invites backlash Iran to host UN nuclear watchdog chief ahead of sanctions deadline Biden reassures Americans Covid vaccines are safe Taiwan grants emergency authorisation for AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine Hundreds protest in Thailand outside parliament after PM survives vote Monsoon floods hit Jakarta, more than 1,000 forced to evacuate

Top 10 world news today: Russia reports first cases of H5N8 bird flu in humans, shooting at Myanmar anti-coup protest and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/arrogant-australian-prime-minister-scott-morrison-slams-facebooks-move-to-block-news-364521">Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison slams Facebook's move to block news</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-defends-use-of-social-networking-platforms-amid-allegations-of-spreading-disinformation-364559">China defends use of Twitter, Facebook in COVID-19 campaign</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thousands-of-hong-kong-citizens-sign-up-for-new-uk-visa-364545">Thousands of Hong Kong citizens sign up for new UK visa</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmar-protests-military-issues-warrants-against-celebrities-hackers-target-government-websites-364451" hreflang="en">Myanmar: Arrest warrants against celebrities; hackers target govt websites</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-charges-three-north-korean-hackers-in-13-billion-theft-spree-364574" hreflang="en">US charges three North Korean hackers in $1.3 billion theft spree</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/quad-partners-are-strong-supporters-of-asean-centrality-says-australia-364550" hreflang="en">Quad partners are strong supporters of ASEAN centrality, says Australia</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-bats-for-over-11000-ebola-vaccines-in-guinea-this-weekend-364535">WHO bats for over 11,000 Ebola vaccines in Guinea this weekend</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/one-in-two-south-africans-infected-with-coronavirus-study-says-364570" hreflang="en">One in two South Africans infected with coronavirus, study says</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/belarus-jails-journalists-for-two-years-for-covering-protests-364541" hreflang="en">Belarus jails journalists for two years for covering protests</a>

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Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison slams Facebook's move to block news China defends use of Twitter, Facebook in COVID-19 campaign Thousands of Hong Kong citizens sign up for new UK visa Myanmar: Arrest warrants against celebrities; hackers target govt websites US charges three North Korean hackers in $1.

Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison slams Facebook's move to block news China defends use of Twitter, Facebook in COVID-19 campaign Thousands of Hong Kong citizens sign up for new UK visa Myanmar: Arrest warrants against celebrities; hackers target govt websites US charges three North Korean hackers in $1.3 billion theft spree Quad partners are strong supporters of ASEAN centrality, says Australia WHO bats for over 11,000 Ebola vaccines in Guinea this weekend IPL 2021 Auction, live updates: Morris becomes most expensive IPL player ever One in two South Africans infected with coronavirus, study says Belarus jails journalists for two years for covering protests

Top 10 world news today: Australian PM slams Facebook, China defends use of social media in COVID-19 campaign and more

Top 10 world news today - The UK is deliberately exposing volunteers to COVID-19 for research, while Khamenei is urging Biden to take more action to salvage the nuclear deal. This and more below - click on the headline to read the full story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-approves-trial-deliberately-exposing-volunteers-to-virus-364305" hreflang="en">UK approves trial deliberately exposing volunteers to virus</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/thai-government-issues-warning-against-clubhouse-after-it-emerges-as-platform-for-dissidents-364326" hreflang="en">Thai government issues warning against Clubhouse after it emerges as platform for dissidents</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/to-revive-nuclear-deal-irans-khamenei-demands-action-not-words-from-biden-364332" hreflang="en">To revive nuclear deal, Iran's Khamenei demands 'action, not words' from Biden</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/42-people-including-27-schoolboys-kidnapped-in-nigeria-president-orders-rescue-operation-364307" hreflang="en">42 people including 27 schoolboys kidnapped in Nigeria, President orders rescue operation&nbsp;</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-to-hold-talks-with-european-powers-and-us-on-iran-364296" hreflang="en">France to hold talks with European powers and US on Iran</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/after-us-and-india-eu-consumers-group-raises-concern-over-tiktoks-safety-364279" hreflang="en">After US and India, EU consumers' group raises concern over TikTok's safety</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/school-in-new-york-asks-parents-to-rate-their-whiteness-364281" hreflang="en">School in New York asks parents to rate their 'whiteness'</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jeff-bezos-reclaims-worlds-richest-person-title-by-overtaking-elon-musk-364274" hreflang="en">Jeff Bezos reclaims world's richest person title by overtaking Elon Musk</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/protesters-in-myanmar-reconvene-reject-militarys-claims-of-public-support-for-coup-364276">Protesters in Myanmar reconvene, reject military's claims of public support</a>

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Watch:&nbsp;France lower house passes bill against Islamist extremism

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Top 10 world news today - The UK is deliberately exposing volunteers to COVID-19 for research, while Khamenei is urging Biden to take more action to salvage the nuclear deal.

Top 10 world news today - The UK is deliberately exposing volunteers to COVID-19 for research, while Khamenei is urging Biden to take more action to salvage the nuclear deal. This and more below - click on the headline to read the full story. UK approves trial deliberately exposing volunteers to virus Thai government issues warning against Clubhouse after it emerges as platform for dissidents To revive nuclear deal, Iran's Khamenei demands 'action, not words' from Biden 42 people including 27 schoolboys kidnapped in Nigeria, President orders rescue operation France to hold talks with European powers and US on Iran After US and India, EU consumers' group raises concern over TikTok's safety School in New York asks parents to rate their 'whiteness' Jeff Bezos reclaims world's richest person title by overtaking Elon Musk Protesters in Myanmar reconvene, reject military's claims of public support Watch: France lower house passes bill against Islamist extremism

Top 10 world news today: UK to purposely expose people to COVID-19, Myanmar protesters reconvene, and more

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