<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/donald-trump-faces-fresh-controversy-as-bombshell-report-claims-president-avoided-tax-for-years-330801">Donald Trump faces fresh controversy as bombshell report claims president avoided tax for years</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-fears-attack-on-diplomatic-mission-set-to-withdraw-diplomats-from-iraq-330953" hreflang="en">US fears attack on diplomatic mission, set to withdraw diplomats from Iraq</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pompeo-urges-greece-turkey-to-resolve-mediterranean-row-pledges-support-330951" hreflang="en">Pompeo urges Greece, Turkey to resolve Mediterranean row; pledges support 
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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/five-groups-ousted-from-un-backed-responsible-investment-list-330945" hreflang="en">Five groups ousted from UN-backed responsible investment list</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/suspect-in-new-charlie-hebdo-attack-wanted-to-avenge-prophet-cartoons-330935" hreflang="en">Suspect in new Charlie Hebdo attack wanted to avenge Prophet cartoons</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/beijing-orders-ban-on-frozen-food-from-countries-with-major-coronavirus-outbreaks-330927" hreflang="en">Beijing orders ban on frozen food from countries with major coronavirus outbreaks</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-korean-president-moon-jae-in-calls-for-return-of-inter-korean-military-hotlines-330884" hreflang="en">South Korean President Moon Jae-in calls for return of inter-Korean military hotlines</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-election-2020-donald-trump-former-campaign-manager-hospitalised-after-threats-to-self-harm-330879" hreflang="en">Donald Trump's former campaign manager hospitalised after threats to self-harm</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/german-chancellor-merkel-visits-kremlin-critic-navalny-in-hospital-330869" hreflang="en">German Chancellor Merkel visits Kremlin critic Navalny in hospital</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-uighurs-china-targets-religious-identity-of-another-muslim-minority-330806" hreflang="en">After Uighurs, China targets religious identity of another Muslim minority</a></h2>

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Donald Trump faces fresh controversy as bombshell report claims president avoided tax for years US fears attack on diplomatic mission, set to withdraw diplomats

Donald Trump faces fresh controversy as bombshell report claims president avoided tax for years US fears attack on diplomatic mission, set to withdraw diplomats from Iraq Pompeo urges Greece, Turkey to resolve Mediterranean row; pledges support Five groups ousted from UN-backed responsible investment list Suspect in new Charlie Hebdo attack wanted to avenge Prophet cartoons Beijing orders ban on frozen food from countries with major coronavirus outbreaks South Korean President Moon Jae-in calls for return of inter-Korean military hotlines Donald Trump's former campaign manager hospitalised after threats to self-harm German Chancellor Merkel visits Kremlin critic Navalny in hospital After Uighurs, China targets religious identity of another Muslim minority

Top 10 world news: Trump's alleged tax evasion, US' withdrawal of diplomats from Iraq, and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-calls-for-agreement-with-us-not-to-meddle-in-each-others-elections-330225" hreflang="en">Putin calls on US for guarantees on election 'non-interference'</a>

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Russian President&nbsp;Vladimir Putin on Friday called for agreement between his country and&nbsp;the United States to guarantee not to engage in cyber-meddling in each other's elections. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-calls-for-agreement-with-us-not-to-meddle-in-each-others-elections-330225">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-rebuked-at-unhrc-over-hong-kong-xinjiang-330232" hreflang="en">China rebuked at UNHRC over Hong Kong, Xinjiang</a>

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China was on Friday called out at the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) by the West to restore basic legal rights in Hong Kong and open up to scrutiny its remote Xinjiang region where more than one million ethnic Uighurs are held. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-rebuked-at-unhrc-over-hong-kong-xinjiang-330232">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-slams-chinas-guam-style-attack-video-as-propaganda-designed-to-antagonise-330183">US calls China's Guam-style attack video 'propaganda' designed to 'antagonise'</a>

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The United States has slammed a Chinese air force video that seemed to show a simulated attack on a facility in the country calling it a&nbsp;"propaganda" designed to coerce and antagonise. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-slams-chinas-guam-style-attack-video-as-propaganda-designed-to-antagonise-330183">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-election-2020-white-house-says-trump-will-accept-results-of-free-and-fair-presidential-polls-330210">White House says Trump will accept results of free-and-fair presidential polls</a>

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White House on Friday defended US&nbsp;President Donald Trump by saying that he will&nbsp;accept the results of a "free and fair" election after he hinted&nbsp;that he might not accept defeat peacefully in the upcoming presidential election. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-election-2020-white-house-says-trump-will-accept-results-of-free-and-fair-presidential-polls-330210">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nearly-16000-mosques-destroyed-in-xinjiang-by-china-australian-think-tank-330167" hreflang="en">Nearly 16,000 mosques destroyed in Xinjiang by China: Australian think tank</a>

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An Australian think tank, on Friday,&nbsp; has accused China of illegally demolishing thousands of&nbsp;mosques in the Xinjiang province. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nearly-16000-mosques-destroyed-in-xinjiang-by-china-australian-think-tank-330167">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/alexei-navalny-to-stay-in-germany-for-few-more-weeks-to-recover-fully-330158" hreflang="en">Alexei Navalny to stay in Germany for few more weeks to recover fully</a>

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Russia's Kremlin critic and opposition politician&nbsp;Alexei Navalny may take weeks to recover and leave Germany, his spokeswoman has reported. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/alexei-navalny-to-stay-in-germany-for-few-more-weeks-to-recover-fully-330158">Read more</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kim-jong-un-apologised-for-killing-of-south-korean-citizen-seoul-330111" hreflang="en">Kim Jong Un apologised for killing of South Korean citizen: Seoul</a>

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Kim Jong Un on Friday offered a rare apology&nbsp;over the killing of South Korean in North Korean waters. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kim-jong-un-apologised-for-killing-of-south-korean-citizen-seoul-330111">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkey-orders-arrest-of-82-including-mayor-over-pro-kurdish-protest-330186" hreflang="en">Turkey orders arrest of 82 including mayor over pro-Kurdish protest</a>

Turkish authorities on Friday issued arrest warrants for 82 people, including a mayor, over pro-Kurdish protests six years ago, officials and local media said. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkey-orders-arrest-of-82-including-mayor-over-pro-kurdish-protest-330186">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/prosecutors-open-terror-inquiry-into-paris-knife-attack-330203" hreflang="en">Prosecutors open terror inquiry into Paris knife attack</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/norways-king-harald-v-admitted-to-hospital-330176" hreflang="en">Norway's King Harald V admitted to hospital</a>

Putin calls on US for guarantees on election 'non-interference' Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday called for agreement between his country and the United States to guarantee not to engage in cyber-meddling in each other's elections.

Putin calls on US for guarantees on election 'non-interference' Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday called for agreement between his country and the United States to guarantee not to engage in cyber-meddling in each other's elections. Read more China rebuked at UNHRC over Hong Kong, Xinjiang China was on Friday called out at the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) by the West to restore basic legal rights in Hong Kong and open up to scrutiny its remote Xinjiang region where more than one million ethnic Uighurs are held. Read more US calls China's Guam-style attack video 'propaganda' designed to 'antagonise' The United States has slammed a Chinese air force video that seemed to show a simulated attack on a facility in the country calling it a "propaganda" designed to coerce and antagonise. Read more White House says Trump will accept results of free-and-fair presidential polls White House on Friday defended US President Donald Trump by saying that he will accept the results of a "free and fair" election after he hinted that he might not accept defeat peacefully in the upcoming presidential election. Read more Nearly 16,000 mosques destroyed in Xinjiang by China: Australian think tank An Australian think tank, on Friday, has accused China of illegally demolishing thousands of mosques in the Xinjiang province. Read more Alexei Navalny to stay in Germany for few more weeks to recover fully Russia's Kremlin critic and opposition politician Alexei Navalny may take weeks to recover and leave Germany, his spokeswoman has reported. Read more Kim Jong Un apologised for killing of South Korean citizen: Seoul Kim Jong Un on Friday offered a rare apology over the killing of South Korean in North Korean waters. Read more Turkey orders arrest of 82 including mayor over pro-Kurdish protest Turkish authorities on Friday issued arrest warrants for 82 people, including a mayor, over pro-Kurdish protests six years ago, officials and local media said. Read more Prosecutors open terror inquiry into Paris knife attack Norway's King Harald V admitted to hospital

Top 10 world news today: Russia on US for election 'non-interference' and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-korean-president-calls-killing-of-official-by-north-korea-unpardonable-329950" hreflang="en">South Korean president calls killing of official by North Korea 'unpardonable'</a>

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South Korea's President Moon Jae-in said on Thursday&nbsp;North Korea's shooting of a South Korean official was "shocking" and "unpardonable". <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-korean-president-calls-killing-of-official-by-north-korea-unpardonable-329950">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/navalny-poisoning-russia-denies-developing-nerve-agent-novichok-329947">Navalny poisoning: Russia denies developing nerve-agent Novichok</a>

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Spokesperson of Russian Foreign Ministry Maria Zakharova said on Wednesday that neither Soviet Union nor Russia had developed or produced Novichok. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/navalny-poisoning-russia-denies-developing-nerve-agent-novichok-329947">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thailand-takes-first-legal-action-against-facebook-twitter-over-content-329917">Thailand takes first legal action against Facebook, Twitter over content</a>

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Thailand began legal action on Thursday&nbsp;against Facebook and Twitter for ignoring requests to take down content, in its first such move against major internet firms. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thailand-takes-first-legal-action-against-facebook-twitter-over-content-329917">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/tiktoks-owner-bytedance-applies-for-chinese-license-to-close-us-deal-329964">TikTok's owner ByteDance applies for Chinese license to close US deal</a>

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TikTok's owner ByteDance&nbsp;said Thursday it has applied for a Chinese technology export license as it tries to complete a deal with Oracle and Walmart to keep the popular video app operating in the United States. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/tiktoks-owner-bytedance-applies-for-chinese-license-to-close-us-deal-329964">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/criminal-charges-are-rare-in-police-killings-of-black-americans-329945">Criminal charges are rare in police killings of Black Americans</a>

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Criminal convictions in excessive force cases involving police killing Black Americans&nbsp;are rare, in part because of a Supreme Court protected doctrine of qualified immunity. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/criminal-charges-are-rare-in-police-killings-of-black-americans-329945">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-activist-joshua-wong-arrested-for-unauthorised-assembly-329869" hreflang="en">Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong arrested for 'unauthorised assembly'</a>

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Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong&nbsp;has been arrested on suspicion of "participating in an unauthorised assembly on&nbsp;Oct 5 last year". <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-activist-joshua-wong-arrested-for-unauthorised-assembly-329869">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-says-banning-australian-scholars-within-its-sovereign-remit-329973" hreflang="en">China says banning Australian scholars within its sovereign remit</a>

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China's foreign ministry said on Thursday&nbsp;it was totally within its rights as a sovereign power to ban two Australian scholars. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-says-banning-australian-scholars-within-its-sovereign-remit-329973">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-pandemic-reduced-worldwide-income-by-about-10-per-cent-ilo-329962" hreflang="en">Coronavirus pandemic reduced worldwide income by about 10 per cent: ILO</a>

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International Labour Organisation, in its report, has said that income earned from work worldwide has dropped by 10.7 per cent in first nine months of 2020 due to coronavirus pandemic. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-pandemic-reduced-worldwide-income-by-about-10-per-cent-ilo-329962">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/human-challenge-studies-uk-may-infect-volunteers-with-coronavirus-to-test-vaccine-329881" hreflang="en">'Human challenge studies': UK may infect volunteers with coronavirus to test vaccine</a>

According to Britain's Financial Times, volunteers in the UK will be infected with coronavirus in order to test a possible vaccine to combat the virus. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/human-challenge-studies-uk-may-infect-volunteers-with-coronavirus-to-test-vaccine-329881">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/french-courts-to-place-gps-trackers-on-domestic-violence-abusers-329906" hreflang="en">French courts to place GPS trackers on domestic violence abusers</a>

The novel coronavirus led to the world locked up in their houses, which also led to an increase in the number of domestic violence cases across the globe. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/french-courts-to-place-gps-trackers-on-domestic-violence-abusers-329906">Read more</a>

South Korean president calls killing of official by North Korea 'unpardonable' South Korea's President Moon Jae-in said on Thursday North Korea's shooting of a South Korean official was "shocking" and "unpardonable".

South Korean president calls killing of official by North Korea 'unpardonable' South Korea's President Moon Jae-in said on Thursday North Korea's shooting of a South Korean official was "shocking" and "unpardonable". Read more Navalny poisoning: Russia denies developing nerve-agent Novichok Spokesperson of Russian Foreign Ministry Maria Zakharova said on Wednesday that neither Soviet Union nor Russia had developed or produced Novichok. Read more Thailand takes first legal action against Facebook, Twitter over content Thailand began legal action on Thursday against Facebook and Twitter for ignoring requests to take down content, in its first such move against major internet firms. Read more TikTok's owner ByteDance applies for Chinese license to close US deal TikTok's owner ByteDance said Thursday it has applied for a Chinese technology export license as it tries to complete a deal with Oracle and Walmart to keep the popular video app operating in the United States. Read more Criminal charges are rare in police killings of Black Americans Criminal convictions in excessive force cases involving police killing Black Americans are rare, in part because of a Supreme Court protected doctrine of qualified immunity. Read more Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong arrested for 'unauthorised assembly' Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong has been arrested on suspicion of "participating in an unauthorised assembly on Oct 5 last year". Read more China says banning Australian scholars within its sovereign remit China's foreign ministry said on Thursday it was totally within its rights as a sovereign power to ban two Australian scholars. Read more Coronavirus pandemic reduced worldwide income by about 10 per cent: ILO International Labour Organisation, in its report, has said that income earned from work worldwide has dropped by 10.7 per cent in first nine months of 2020 due to coronavirus pandemic. Read more 'Human challenge studies': UK may infect volunteers with coronavirus to test vaccine According to Britain's Financial Times, volunteers in the UK will be infected with coronavirus in order to test a possible vaccine to combat the virus. Read more French courts to place GPS trackers on domestic violence abusers The novel coronavirus led to the world locked up in their houses, which also led to an increase in the number of domestic violence cases across the globe. Read more

Top 10 world news today: South Korea hits back at North, Russia denies developing Novichok and more

<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-says-poisoned-opposition-leader-navalny-is-free-to-return-329645" hreflang="en">Russia says poisoned opposition leader Navalny is 'free' to return</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/us-election-2020-facebook-removes-fake-pages-created-in-china-targeting-trump-biden-329641" hreflang="en">US election 2020: Facebook removes fake pages created in China targeting Trump, Biden</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-denies-lukashenko-recognition-as-belarus-president-329683" hreflang="en">Germany denies Lukashenko recognition as Belarus president</a></h2>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sobbing-chinese-soldiers-on-way-to-india-border-cause-china-taiwan-media-war-329669">Sobbing’ China soldiers on way to India border cause China-Taiwan media war</a>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-elections-2020-kamala-harris-grossly-incompetent-surprised-after-she-was-chosen-vice-president-nominee-says-trump-329700" hreflang="en">US Elections 2020: Kamala Harris 'grossly incompetent', surprised after she was chosen vice president nominee, says Trump</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/frances-iconic-eiffel-tower-evacuated-due-to-bomb-scare-329670" hreflang="en">France's iconic Eiffel Tower evacuated due to bomb scare</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/first-direct-commercial-flight-from-israel-lands-in-bahrain-329673" hreflang="en">First direct commercial flight from Israel lands in Bahrain</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-carrie-lam-refuses-to-help-12-protesters-arrested-in-china-329640" hreflang="en">Hong Kong: Carrie Lam refuses to help 12 protesters arrested in China</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-arabia-to-gradually-resume-umrah-pilgrimage-from-october-4-329632" hreflang="en">Saudi Arabia to gradually resume Umrah pilgrimage from October 4</a></h2>

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Video:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/videos/australia-at-least-380-pilot-whales-dead-in-mass-stranding-329681" hreflang="en">Australia: At least 380 pilot whales dead in mass stranding</a>

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Russia says poisoned opposition leader Navalny is 'free' to return US election 2020: Facebook removes fake pages created in China targeting Trump, Biden Germany

Russia says poisoned opposition leader Navalny is 'free' to return US election 2020: Facebook removes fake pages created in China targeting Trump, Biden Germany denies Lukashenko recognition as Belarus president Sobbing’ China soldiers on way to India border cause China-Taiwan media war US Elections 2020: Kamala Harris 'grossly incompetent', surprised after she was chosen vice president nominee, says Trump France's iconic Eiffel Tower evacuated due to bomb scare First direct commercial flight from Israel lands in Bahrain Hong Kong: Carrie Lam refuses to help 12 protesters arrested in China Saudi Arabia to gradually resume Umrah pilgrimage from October 4 Video: Australia: At least 380 pilot whales dead in mass stranding

Top 10 world news: Russia says Navalny welcome to return, France bomb scare, and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/navalny-accuses-russia-of-withholding-an-important-piece-of-evidence-329190" hreflang="en">Navalny accuses Russia of withholding an 'important piece of evidence'</a>

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Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny&nbsp;told Russia on Monday to hand over the clothes he was wearing when he fell into a coma last month and accused Moscow of withholding an important piece of evidence in his case. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/navalny-accuses-russia-of-withholding-an-important-piece-of-evidence-329190">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/set-off-war-china-threatens-retaliation-after-us-diplomats-visit-to-taiwan-329155" hreflang="en">'Set off war': China threatens retaliation after US diplomat's visit to Taiwan</a>

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China ramped up its rhetoric over Taiwan on Monday, describing any support for its independence as "doomed to fail", and threatened retaliation against US diplomatic visits to the island. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/set-off-war-china-threatens-retaliation-after-us-diplomats-visit-to-taiwan-329155">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/us-space-force-deploys-its-first-troops-to-arabian-peninsula-329167">US Space Force deploys its first troops to Arabian Peninsula</a>

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The newly formed US Space Force is deploying its first troops, not to space but to the Arabian&nbsp;Peninsula. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/us-space-force-deploys-its-first-troops-to-arabian-peninsula-329167">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kavkaz-2020-russia-hosts-military-drills-in-south-with-china-belarus-pakistan-329132">Kavkaz 2020: Russia hosts military drills with China, Belarus and Pakistan</a>

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Russia&nbsp;on Monday&nbsp;kicked off its large-scale week-long Caucasus 2020 (Kavkaz 2020) military exercises along with&nbsp;China,&nbsp;Belarus, and Pakistan. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kavkaz-2020-russia-hosts-military-drills-in-south-with-china-belarus-pakistan-329132">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/nepal-banks-and-companies-helping-china-iran-skirt-us-sanctions-fincen-files-329184">Nepal banks and companies helping China, Iran skirt US sanctions: FinCEN Files</a>

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Some banks and companies in Nepal are allegedly involved in transferring money obtained suspiciously from oversees, an investigation made by the Center for Investigative Journalism (CIJ), Nepal along with the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ) and BuzzFeed has revealed. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/nepal-banks-and-companies-helping-china-iran-skirt-us-sanctions-fincen-files-329184">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-pla-video-showing-attack-on-us-airbase-uses-footage-from-hollywood-films-329077">China's PLA video showing attack on US airbase uses footage from Hollywood</a>

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China's air force has released a video showing nuclear-capable H-6 bombers carrying out a simulated attack on what appears to be Andersen Air Force Base on the US Pacific island of Guam. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-pla-video-showing-attack-on-us-airbase-uses-footage-from-hollywood-films-329077">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/belarus-opposition-leader-urges-european-union-to-approve-sanctions-on-corrupt-officials-329185" hreflang="en">Belarus opposition leader urges European Union to approve sanctions</a>

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Belarus&nbsp;opposition leader Svetlana Tikhanovskaya on Monday urged the EU to show courage and step up its support for her movement, as the bloc's internal squabbles about sanctions rolled on. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/belarus-opposition-leader-urges-european-union-to-approve-sanctions-on-corrupt-officials-329185">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/un-to-not-reimpose-sanctions-on-iran-until-nod-given-by-security-council-guterres-329053" hreflang="en">UN to not reimpose sanctions on Iran until nod given by Security Council: Guterres</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-bytedance-says-tiktok-will-be-its-subsidiary-under-deal-with-trump-329041" hreflang="en">China's ByteDance says TikTok will be its subsidiary under deal with Trump</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/egypt-announces-discovery-of-27-coffins-buried-2500-years-ago-329084" hreflang="en">Egypt announces discovery of 27 coffins buried 2,500 years ago</a>

Navalny accuses Russia of withholding an 'important piece of evidence' Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny told Russia on Monday to hand over the clothes he was wearing when he fell into a coma last month and accused Moscow of withholding an important piece of evidence in his case.

Navalny accuses Russia of withholding an 'important piece of evidence' Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny told Russia on Monday to hand over the clothes he was wearing when he fell into a coma last month and accused Moscow of withholding an important piece of evidence in his case. Read more 'Set off war': China threatens retaliation after US diplomat's visit to Taiwan China ramped up its rhetoric over Taiwan on Monday, describing any support for its independence as "doomed to fail", and threatened retaliation against US diplomatic visits to the island. Read more US Space Force deploys its first troops to Arabian Peninsula The newly formed US Space Force is deploying its first troops, not to space but to the Arabian Peninsula. Read more Kavkaz 2020: Russia hosts military drills with China, Belarus and Pakistan Russia on Monday kicked off its large-scale week-long Caucasus 2020 (Kavkaz 2020) military exercises along with China, Belarus, and Pakistan. Read more Nepal banks and companies helping China, Iran skirt US sanctions: FinCEN Files Some banks and companies in Nepal are allegedly involved in transferring money obtained suspiciously from oversees, an investigation made by the Center for Investigative Journalism (CIJ), Nepal along with the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ) and BuzzFeed has revealed. Read more China's PLA video showing attack on US airbase uses footage from Hollywood China's air force has released a video showing nuclear-capable H-6 bombers carrying out a simulated attack on what appears to be Andersen Air Force Base on the US Pacific island of Guam. Read more Belarus opposition leader urges European Union to approve sanctions Belarus opposition leader Svetlana Tikhanovskaya on Monday urged the EU to show courage and step up its support for her movement, as the bloc's internal squabbles about sanctions rolled on. Read more UN to not reimpose sanctions on Iran until nod given by Security Council: Guterres China's ByteDance says TikTok will be its subsidiary under deal with Trump Egypt announces discovery of 27 coffins buried 2,500 years ago

Top 10 news today: Navalny accuses Russia, China threatens Taiwan and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/real-possibility-of-war-taiwan-calls-for-global-coalition-against-china-328167">'Real possibility of war': Taiwan calls for global coalition against China</a>

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Taiwan's foreign minister Joseph Wu on Thursday asked for the help of international community to&nbsp;defend his country against China's increasing military interference, fearing a ''real possibility of war''. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/real-possibility-of-war-taiwan-calls-for-global-coalition-against-china-328167">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-us-uk-trade-deal-if-brexit-risks-northern-irish-peace-deal-biden-to-johnson-328182">No US-UK trade deal if Brexit risks peace in Ireland: Biden warns Johnson</a>

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US&nbsp;Democratic presidential candidate&nbsp;Joe&nbsp;Biden&nbsp;warned the United Kingdom that it must honour the Northern Irish peace deal as it extracts itself from the European Union or there would be no US&nbsp;trade deal. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-us-uk-trade-deal-if-brexit-risks-northern-irish-peace-deal-biden-to-johnson-328182">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-has-just-passed-this-bizarre-order-about-kim-jong-un-328154" hreflang="en">North Korea has just passed this bizarre order about Kim Jong-un</a>

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North Korea has passed a law according to which pre-school children must spend 90 minutes a day to learn about the country leader Kim Jong-un as a part of their&nbsp;curriculum. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-has-just-passed-this-bizarre-order-about-kim-jong-un-328154">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-warns-alarming-rates-of-transmission-in-europe-as-uk-imposes-restrictions-in-northeast-england-328185">WHO warns Europe over virus as UK imposes restrictions in northeast England</a>

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World Health Organisation's(WHO)&nbsp;Europe unit warned countries in Europe&nbsp;against shortening the 14-day quarantine period for suspected coronavirus cases as, it said, COVID-19 has seen "alarming rates of&nbsp;transmission across Europe". <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-warns-alarming-rates-of-transmission-in-europe-as-uk-imposes-restrictions-in-northeast-england-328185">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-cdc-make-contradictory-claim-over-vaccine-rollout-timeline-in-us-328168">Trump, CDC make contradictory claim over vaccine rollout timeline in US</a>

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World Health Organisation's top emergency expert Mike Ryan stressed the need for countries to have "consistent messaging" for the public in order to combat coronavirus pandemic effectively.&nbsp; <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-cdc-make-contradictory-claim-over-vaccine-rollout-timeline-in-us-328168">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-dont-recognise-lukashenko-as-legitimate-president-european-union-328038" hreflang="en">We don't recognise Lukashenko as legitimate president: European Union</a>

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A day after the Belarusian leader was welcomed by Russian President Vladimir Putin, European Union’s diplomatic chief has said that the European Union does not recognize Alexander Lukashenko as the legitimate president of Belarus. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-dont-recognise-lukashenko-as-legitimate-president-european-union-328038">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/navalnys-team-claims-he-was-poisoned-through-water-bottle-found-in-hotel-328134" hreflang="en">Navalny's team claims he was poisoned through water bottle found in hotel</a>

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Kremlin critic&nbsp;Alexei Navalny, who was allegedly poisoned by the Russian&nbsp;authority, has claimed that he was poisoned in his hotel room, and not on the airport. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/navalnys-team-claims-he-was-poisoned-through-water-bottle-found-in-hotel-328134">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bytedance-says-china-will-have-to-approve-its-us-tiktok-deal-328151" hreflang="en">ByteDance says China will have to approve its US TikTok deal</a>

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China will need to approve ByteDance`s proposed deal with Oracle Corp for its TikTok app, the Chinese company said on Thursday, indicating how its bid to stave off a ban in the United States could be further complicated. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bytedance-says-china-will-have-to-approve-its-us-tiktok-deal-328151">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-publishes-white-paper-applauding-employment-generated-in-xinjiang-328090" hreflang="en">China publishes white paper applauding employment generated in Xinjiang</a>

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China has now published a white paper&nbsp;defending its policy in the region, saying the vocational training has improved workforce quality.&nbsp; <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-publishes-white-paper-applauding-employment-generated-in-xinjiang-328090">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/rich-nations-with-13-population-signed-deals-for-getting-over-half-of-covid-19-vaccines-study-328070" hreflang="en">Rich nations with 13% population signed deals for getting over half of Covid-19 vaccines: Study</a>

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Wealthy nations that have just 13 per cent of the global population have already bought half of the potential drugs that are leading the Covid-19 vaccines race, a report by Oxfam claimed. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/rich-nations-with-13-population-signed-deals-for-getting-over-half-of-covid-19-vaccines-study-328070">Read more</a>

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'Real possibility of war': Taiwan calls for global coalition against China Taiwan's foreign minister Joseph Wu on Thursday asked for the help of international community to defend his country against China's increasing military interference, fearing a ''real possibility of war''.

'Real possibility of war': Taiwan calls for global coalition against China Taiwan's foreign minister Joseph Wu on Thursday asked for the help of international community to defend his country against China's increasing military interference, fearing a ''real possibility of war''. Read more No US-UK trade deal if Brexit risks peace in Ireland: Biden warns Johnson US Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden warned the United Kingdom that it must honour the Northern Irish peace deal as it extracts itself from the European Union or there would be no US trade deal. Read more North Korea has just passed this bizarre order about Kim Jong-un North Korea has passed a law according to which pre-school children must spend 90 minutes a day to learn about the country leader Kim Jong-un as a part of their curriculum. Read more WHO warns Europe over virus as UK imposes restrictions in northeast England World Health Organisation's(WHO) Europe unit warned countries in Europe against shortening the 14-day quarantine period for suspected coronavirus cases as, it said, COVID-19 has seen "alarming rates of transmission across Europe". Read more Trump, CDC make contradictory claim over vaccine rollout timeline in US World Health Organisation's top emergency expert Mike Ryan stressed the need for countries to have "consistent messaging" for the public in order to combat coronavirus pandemic effectively. Read more We don't recognise Lukashenko as legitimate president: European Union A day after the Belarusian leader was welcomed by Russian President Vladimir Putin, European Union’s diplomatic chief has said that the European Union does not recognize Alexander Lukashenko as the legitimate president of Belarus. Read more Navalny's team claims he was poisoned through water bottle found in hotel Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny, who was allegedly poisoned by the Russian authority, has claimed that he was poisoned in his hotel room, and not on the airport. Read more ByteDance says China will have to approve its US TikTok deal China will need to approve ByteDance`s proposed deal with Oracle Corp for its TikTok app, the Chinese company said on Thursday, indicating how its bid to stave off a ban in the United States could be further complicated. Read more China publishes white paper applauding employment generated in Xinjiang China has now published a white paper defending its policy in the region, saying the vocational training has improved workforce quality. Read more Rich nations with 13% population signed deals for getting over half of Covid-19 vaccines: Study Wealthy nations that have just 13 per cent of the global population have already bought half of the potential drugs that are leading the Covid-19 vaccines race, a report by Oxfam claimed. Read more

Top 10 world news today: Taiwan on global coalition against China, Trump's row with CDC and more!

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/massive-fire-breaks-out-at-beirut-port-over-a-month-after-deadly-blast-326586" hreflang="en">Massive fire breaks out at Beirut port over a month after deadly blast</a>

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A massive fire broke out at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/half-of-lebanons-population-could-face-food-crisis-after-beirut-port-blast-un-324103">Beirut</a>&nbsp;port engulfing a warehouse, a month after the massive blast in which over 180 people were killed and several hundred were injured. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/massive-fire-breaks-out-at-beirut-port-over-a-month-after-deadly-blast-326586">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/alexei-navalnys-condition-improves-russia-still-sees-no-ground-for-criminal-case-326588">Navalny's condition improves, Russia sees no ground for criminal case</a>

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Russian opposition politician Alexei Navalny has made progress towards recovery in hospital in Germany. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/alexei-navalnys-condition-improves-russia-still-sees-no-ground-for-criminal-case-326588">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/could-still-have-a-vaccine-by-the-end-of-the-year-early-next-year-astrazeneca-ceo-326618">Could still have a vaccine by the end of the year: AstraZeneca CEO</a>

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After it "paused" its clinical trial over the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/8000-jumbo-jets-needed-to-deliver-coronavirus-vaccines-globally-iata-says-326576">vaccine</a>&nbsp;this week, AstraZeneca's CEO Pascal Soriot said today that a vaccine was still possible by the "end of this year, early next year". <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/could-still-have-a-vaccine-by-the-end-of-the-year-early-next-year-astrazeneca-ceo-326618">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thailand-protests-exiled-critics-inspiring-protesters-to-take-on-king-maha-vajiralongkorn-326572">Exiled critics of Thailand inspiring protesters to take on King Vajiralongkorn</a>

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Formers critics of Thailand are inspiring youngsters to protest and take on King&nbsp;Maha Vajiralongkorn. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thailand-protests-exiled-critics-inspiring-protesters-to-take-on-king-maha-vajiralongkorn-326572">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/europe-needs-united-and-clear-voice-on-turkey-macron-326578">Europe needs 'united and clear voice' on Turkey: Macron</a>

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French President Emmanuel Macron called for the need for Europe to have a 'united and clear' voice on Turkey. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/europe-needs-united-and-clear-voice-on-turkey-macron-326578">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-charity-closes-canada-operations-after-scandal-linked-to-trudeau-family-326604" hreflang="en">WE Charity closes Canada operations after scandal linked to Trudeau family</a>

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We Charity, which is at the centre of a political firestorm in Canada due to&nbsp;scandal involving the country's Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, said&nbsp;on Thursday that it will&nbsp;no longer operate in the country.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/yoshihide-suga-frontrunner-in-race-to-succeed-shinzo-abe-poll-326458" hreflang="en">Yoshihide Suga frontrunner in race to succeed Shinzo Abe: Poll</a>

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Japanese Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga was being expected to turn out people's favourite in the upcoming elections to replace former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, and the opinion polls are now supporting that assumption. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/yoshihide-suga-frontrunner-in-race-to-succeed-shinzo-abe-poll-326458">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-six-die-in-wildfires-as-orange-skies-blacken-us-california-326449" hreflang="en">At least six die in wildfires as orange skies blacken US</a>

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At least six people died in the western United States as states such as Washington and Oregon apart from California are scrambling to control the rapidly spreading flames. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-six-die-in-wildfires-as-orange-skies-blacken-us-california-326449">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-says-700-million-raised-so-far-for-covid-19-vaccines-initiative-for-poor-326651" hreflang="en">WHO says $700 million raised so far for COVID-19 vaccines initiative for poor</a>

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International donors have raised $700 million - less than half the target - to purchase future coronavirus vaccines for poor countries in a global initiative to ensure eventual vaccines do not go only to rich countries, a World Health Organization official said on Thursday. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-says-700-million-raised-so-far-for-covid-19-vaccines-initiative-for-poor-326651">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bytedance-may-miss-us-deadline-for-tiktok-deal-says-report-326587" hreflang="en">ByteDance may miss US deadline for TikTok deal, says report</a>

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ByteDance is likely to miss the deadline imposed by the Trump administration for the sale of TikTok's US assets as new Chinese regulations have complicated deal talks with bidders Microsoft Corp and Oracle Corp. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bytedance-may-miss-us-deadline-for-tiktok-deal-says-report-326587">Read more</a>

Massive fire breaks out at Beirut port over a month after deadly blast A massive fire broke out at Beirut port engulfing a warehouse, a month after the massive blast in which over 180 people were killed and several hundred were injured.

Massive fire breaks out at Beirut port over a month after deadly blast A massive fire broke out at Beirut port engulfing a warehouse, a month after the massive blast in which over 180 people were killed and several hundred were injured. Read more Navalny's condition improves, Russia sees no ground for criminal case Russian opposition politician Alexei Navalny has made progress towards recovery in hospital in Germany. Read more Could still have a vaccine by the end of the year: AstraZeneca CEO After it "paused" its clinical trial over the vaccine this week, AstraZeneca's CEO Pascal Soriot said today that a vaccine was still possible by the "end of this year, early next year". Read more Exiled critics of Thailand inspiring protesters to take on King Vajiralongkorn Formers critics of Thailand are inspiring youngsters to protest and take on King Maha Vajiralongkorn. Read more Europe needs 'united and clear voice' on Turkey: Macron French President Emmanuel Macron called for the need for Europe to have a 'united and clear' voice on Turkey. Read more WE Charity closes Canada operations after scandal linked to Trudeau family We Charity, which is at the centre of a political firestorm in Canada due to scandal involving the country's Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, said on Thursday that it will no longer operate in the country. Yoshihide Suga frontrunner in race to succeed Shinzo Abe: Poll Japanese Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga was being expected to turn out people's favourite in the upcoming elections to replace former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, and the opinion polls are now supporting that assumption. Read more At least six die in wildfires as orange skies blacken US At least six people died in the western United States as states such as Washington and Oregon apart from California are scrambling to control the rapidly spreading flames. Read more WHO says $700 million raised so far for COVID-19 vaccines initiative for poor International donors have raised $700 million - less than half the target - to purchase future coronavirus vaccines for poor countries in a global initiative to ensure eventual vaccines do not go only to rich countries, a World Health Organization official said on Thursday. Read more ByteDance may miss US deadline for TikTok deal, says report ByteDance is likely to miss the deadline imposed by the Trump administration for the sale of TikTok's US assets as new Chinese regulations have complicated deal talks with bidders Microsoft Corp and Oracle Corp. Read more

Top 10 news today: Massive fire breaks out at Beirut port and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/united-states-announces-reduction-of-troops-in-iraq-to-end-endless-wars-326315">United States announces reduction of troops in Iraq to end 'endless wars'</a>

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The United States military formally announced on Wednesday that it would be reducing its military presence in Iraq from 5,200 to 3,000 troops starting September 2020. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/united-states-announces-reduction-of-troops-in-iraq-to-end-endless-wars-326315">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-major-strategic-move-somaliland-opens-its-embassy-in-taiwan-326256">In major strategic move, Somaliland opens its embassy in Taiwan</a>

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The breakaway territory of Somaliland opened a representative office in Taipei on Wednesday in a move that has already drawn Beijing's ire. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-major-strategic-move-somaliland-opens-its-embassy-in-taiwan-326256">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-calls-germanys-handling-of-requests-on-navalny-inappropriate-326313" hreflang="en">Russia calls Germany's handling of requests on Navalny 'inappropriate'</a>

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Russia's foreign minister criticized Germany on Wednesday over its handling of official requests by Moscow about the condition of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-calls-germanys-handling-of-requests-on-navalny-inappropriate-326313">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-president-donald-trump-nominated-for-nobel-peace-prize-2021-following-israel-uae-deal-326247">US President Donald Trump nominated for Nobel Peace Prize 2021</a>

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US President Donald Trump has been nominated for the 2021 Nobel Prize for his efforts in normalising ties between Israel and the United Arab Emirates, and for facilitating the historic deal. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-president-donald-trump-nominated-for-nobel-peace-prize-2021-following-israel-uae-deal-326247">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/rochester-new-york-police-chief-resigns-in-wake-of-daniel-prudes-death-326267" hreflang="en">Rochester, New York, police chief resigns in wake of Daniel Prude's death</a>

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Top police leaders in New York's third-largest city are retiring en masse amid criticism of the city's handling of the suffocation death of Daniel Prude, the mayor of Rochester has said. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/rochester-new-york-police-chief-resigns-in-wake-of-daniel-prudes-death-326267">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/american-global-aerospace-company-names-spacecraft-in-honour-of-kalpana-chawla-326246">American global aerospace company names spacecraft in honour of Kalpana Chawla</a>

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American global aerospace and defense technology company&nbsp;Northrop Grumman has named&nbsp;the next Cygnus spacecraft&nbsp;after Dr Kalpana Chawla, the first woman of Indian descent to go to space. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/american-global-aerospace-company-names-spacecraft-in-honour-of-kalpana-chawla-326246">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/another-belarus-opposition-politician-maxim-znak-is-seized-by-masked-men-326232" hreflang="en">Another Belarus opposition politician, Maxim Znak, is seized by masked men</a>

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Belarus opposition politician Maxim Znak was detained on Wednesday by masked men wearing plain clothes, supporters said, as authorities extended a systematic campaign to round up the leaders of a month-long mass protest movement. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/another-belarus-opposition-politician-maxim-znak-is-seized-by-masked-men-326232">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-initiates-150-probes-into-nationwide-horse-mutilations-and-killings-326239" hreflang="en">France initiates 150 probes into nationwide horse mutilations and killings</a>

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Investigators in France officially opened more than 150 probes into the killings and mutilations of horses all over the country. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-initiates-150-probes-into-nationwide-horse-mutilations-and-killings-326239">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/report-claims-australian-intelligence-raided-chinese-journalists-homes-326181" hreflang="en">Report claims Australian intelligence raided Chinese journalists' homes</a>

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China's state news agency have reported on Tuesday that Australian intelligence agency staff searched the homes of Chinese journalists in June, questioning them for several hours and removing their digital devices including mobile phones. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/report-claims-australian-intelligence-raided-chinese-journalists-homes-326181">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-koreas-de-facto-second-in-command-kim-yo-jong-disappears-off-public-radar-326210" hreflang="en">North Korea's de facto 2nd-in-command Kim Yo-jong disappears off public radar</a>

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Kim Yo Jong, younger sister of North Korea's supreme leader Kim Jong Un, has appeared to have vanished from public view after last being pictured on July 27. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-koreas-de-facto-second-in-command-kim-yo-jong-disappears-off-public-radar-326210">Read more</a>

United States announces reduction of troops in Iraq to end 'endless wars' The United States military formally announced on Wednesday that it would be reducing its military presence in Iraq from 5,200 to 3,000 troops starting September 2020.

United States announces reduction of troops in Iraq to end 'endless wars' The United States military formally announced on Wednesday that it would be reducing its military presence in Iraq from 5,200 to 3,000 troops starting September 2020. Read more In major strategic move, Somaliland opens its embassy in Taiwan The breakaway territory of Somaliland opened a representative office in Taipei on Wednesday in a move that has already drawn Beijing's ire. Read more Russia calls Germany's handling of requests on Navalny 'inappropriate' Russia's foreign minister criticized Germany on Wednesday over its handling of official requests by Moscow about the condition of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny. Read more US President Donald Trump nominated for Nobel Peace Prize 2021 US President Donald Trump has been nominated for the 2021 Nobel Prize for his efforts in normalising ties between Israel and the United Arab Emirates, and for facilitating the historic deal. Read more Rochester, New York, police chief resigns in wake of Daniel Prude's death Top police leaders in New York's third-largest city are retiring en masse amid criticism of the city's handling of the suffocation death of Daniel Prude, the mayor of Rochester has said. Read more American global aerospace company names spacecraft in honour of Kalpana Chawla American global aerospace and defense technology company Northrop Grumman has named the next Cygnus spacecraft after Dr Kalpana Chawla, the first woman of Indian descent to go to space. Read more Another Belarus opposition politician, Maxim Znak, is seized by masked men Belarus opposition politician Maxim Znak was detained on Wednesday by masked men wearing plain clothes, supporters said, as authorities extended a systematic campaign to round up the leaders of a month-long mass protest movement. Read more France initiates 150 probes into nationwide horse mutilations and killings Investigators in France officially opened more than 150 probes into the killings and mutilations of horses all over the country. Read more Report claims Australian intelligence raided Chinese journalists' homes China's state news agency have reported on Tuesday that Australian intelligence agency staff searched the homes of Chinese journalists in June, questioning them for several hours and removing their digital devices including mobile phones. Read more North Korea's de facto 2nd-in-command Kim Yo-jong disappears off public radar Kim Yo Jong, younger sister of North Korea's supreme leader Kim Jong Un, has appeared to have vanished from public view after last being pictured on July 27. Read more

Top 10 world news today: US announces reduction of troops in Iraq, Trump's Nobel nomination, and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-election-2020-trumps-billion-dollar-campaign-has-lost-cash-advantage-326021">US election 2020: Trump's billion-dollar campaign has lost 'cash advantage'</a>

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US President Donald Trump has lost his cash advantage over&nbsp;Democratic rival Joe Biden as&nbsp;the presidential campaign entered its traditional homestretch on the US&nbsp;Labour Day holiday. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-election-2020-trumps-billion-dollar-campaign-has-lost-cash-advantage-326021">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-detains-23-mongolians-protesting-against-removal-of-traditional-language-in-schools-326043" hreflang="en">China detains 23 Mongolians protesting against removal of traditional language in schools</a>

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Police in China's Inner Mongolia region have detained at least 23 people following protests last week against a new policy that replaces Mongolian-language textbooks with Chinese ones in classrooms. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-detains-23-mongolians-protesting-against-removal-of-traditional-language-in-schools-326043">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-china-face-off-on-september-7-pictures-emerge-of-chinese-soldiers-with-spears-machete-326038" hreflang="en">India-China face-off: Pictures emerge of Chinese soldiers with spears, machete</a>

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First pictures have emerged of the September 7 incident at the&nbsp;Line of Actual Control(LAC) in eastern Ladakh. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-china-face-off-on-september-7-pictures-emerge-of-chinese-soldiers-with-spears-machete-326038">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-urges-alliance-against-aggressive-actions-to-curb-chinas-intrusion-325977">Taiwan urges alliance against 'aggressive actions' to curb China's intrusion</a>

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Taiwan&nbsp;President Tsai Ing-wen called on Tuesday for an&nbsp;alliance&nbsp;of democracies to defend&nbsp;against&nbsp;"aggressive actions" and protect freedom, alluding to Chinese actions in the South&nbsp;China&nbsp;Sea and&nbsp;Taiwan&nbsp;Strait as major threats to regional stability. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-urges-alliance-against-aggressive-actions-to-curb-chinas-intrusion-325977">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/un-urges-russia-to-conduct-transparent-investigation-of-navalnys-poisoning-325975" hreflang="en">UN urges Russia to conduct transparent investigation of Navalny's poisoning</a>

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The UN&nbsp;rights chief has urged Russia to conduct a&nbsp;&nbsp;"thorough, transparent, independent and impartial investigation" into the alleged poisoning of Putin's critic&nbsp;Alexei Navalny. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/un-urges-russia-to-conduct-transparent-investigation-of-navalnys-poisoning-325975">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-releases-first-batch-of-covid-19-vaccine-sputnik-v-into-public-325883" hreflang="en">Russia releases first batch of Covid-19 vaccine Sputnik V into public</a>

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The Russian Health Ministry has said that the first batch regarding the Sputnik V antibody against the deadly coronavirus, has been delivered into common course, local deliveries are planned in the near&nbsp;future. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-releases-first-batch-of-covid-19-vaccine-sputnik-v-into-public-325883">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japans-ruling-party-launches-race-for-shinzo-abes-successor-325946" hreflang="en">Japan's ruling party launches race for Shinzo Abe's successor</a>

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Japan's ruling party on Tuesday kicked off the race to pick Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's successor, with his powerful right-hand man Yoshihide Suga commanding an all-but-insurmountable lead. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japans-ruling-party-launches-race-for-shinzo-abes-successor-325946">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/last-two-australian-journalists-in-china-leave-country-325865" hreflang="en">Last two Australian journalists in China leave country</a>

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China and Australia have been seeing a decline in the diplomatic ties for the past few months now, which has led to a heated environment for the Australian citizens living in China, especially the journalists. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/last-two-australian-journalists-in-china-leave-country-325865">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-bill-would-break-international-law-in-a-specific-and-limited-way-minister-says-326041" hreflang="en">UK bill would break international law 'in a specific and limited way', minister says</a>

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Northern Ireland minister Brandon Lewis on Tuesday said the proposed legislation for UK’s internal market would break international law, but “in a limited way”. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-bill-would-break-international-law-in-a-specific-and-limited-way-minister-says-326041">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/french-pm-to-have-covid-test-after-contact-at-tour-de-france-326032" hreflang="en">French PM to have COVID test after contact at Tour de France</a>

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French Prime Minister Jean Castex is to undergo a COVID-19 test as a precaution after he shared a car with the director of the Tour de France cycle race, who has since tested positive for the virus, the prime minister's office said on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/french-pm-to-have-covid-test-after-contact-at-tour-de-france-326032">Read more</a>

US election 2020: Trump's billion-dollar campaign has lost 'cash advantage' US President Donald Trump has lost his cash advantage over Democratic rival Joe Biden as the presidential campaign entered its traditional homestretch on the US Labour Day holiday.

US election 2020: Trump's billion-dollar campaign has lost 'cash advantage' US President Donald Trump has lost his cash advantage over Democratic rival Joe Biden as the presidential campaign entered its traditional homestretch on the US Labour Day holiday. Read more China detains 23 Mongolians protesting against removal of traditional language in schools Police in China's Inner Mongolia region have detained at least 23 people following protests last week against a new policy that replaces Mongolian-language textbooks with Chinese ones in classrooms. Read more India-China face-off: Pictures emerge of Chinese soldiers with spears, machete First pictures have emerged of the September 7 incident at the Line of Actual Control(LAC) in eastern Ladakh. Read more Taiwan urges alliance against 'aggressive actions' to curb China's intrusion Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen called on Tuesday for an alliance of democracies to defend against "aggressive actions" and protect freedom, alluding to Chinese actions in the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait as major threats to regional stability. Read more UN urges Russia to conduct transparent investigation of Navalny's poisoning The UN rights chief has urged Russia to conduct a "thorough, transparent, independent and impartial investigation" into the alleged poisoning of Putin's critic Alexei Navalny. Read more Russia releases first batch of Covid-19 vaccine Sputnik V into public The Russian Health Ministry has said that the first batch regarding the Sputnik V antibody against the deadly coronavirus, has been delivered into common course, local deliveries are planned in the near future. Read more Japan's ruling party launches race for Shinzo Abe's successor Japan's ruling party on Tuesday kicked off the race to pick Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's successor, with his powerful right-hand man Yoshihide Suga commanding an all-but-insurmountable lead. Read more Last two Australian journalists in China leave country China and Australia have been seeing a decline in the diplomatic ties for the past few months now, which has led to a heated environment for the Australian citizens living in China, especially the journalists. Read more UK bill would break international law 'in a specific and limited way', minister says Northern Ireland minister Brandon Lewis on Tuesday said the proposed legislation for UK’s internal market would break international law, but “in a limited way”. Read more French PM to have COVID test after contact at Tour de France French Prime Minister Jean Castex is to undergo a COVID-19 test as a precaution after he shared a car with the director of the Tour de France cycle race, who has since tested positive for the virus, the prime minister's office said on Tuesday. Read more

Top 10 world news today: Trump loses advantage, China detains Mongolians and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russias-opposition-figure-navalny-who-was-poisoned-now-out-of-medically-induced-coma-325807" hreflang="en">Russia's opposition figure Navalny now out of medically induced coma</a>

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Russia's opposition figure Alexei Navalny, a fierce critic of Vladimir Putin, who was allegedly poisoned using a Soviet-era nerve agent Novichok has come out of the medically induced coma, according to the hospital in Berlin where he is being treated. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russias-opposition-figure-navalny-who-was-poisoned-now-out-of-medically-induced-coma-325807">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-rockets-to-hypersonic-missile-club-joins-the-ranks-of-us-russia-325778">India rockets to hypersonic missile club, joins the ranks of US, Russia</a>

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India on Monday joined the ranks of the hypersonic missile club by firing an indigenously-developed hypersonic technology demonstrator vehicle (HSTDV). <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-rockets-to-hypersonic-missile-club-joins-the-ranks-of-us-russia-325778">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/european-union-chief-warns-uk-must-respect-brexit-withdrawal-deal-325745">European Union chief warns UK must respect Brexit withdrawal deal</a>

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EU leader Ursula von der Leyen warned Monday that Britain is legally obliged to respect the Brexit withdrawal agreement, which must form the basis on any future relationship. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/european-union-chief-warns-uk-must-respect-brexit-withdrawal-deal-325745">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-to-impose-sanctions-on-31-senior-belarusian-officials-over-recent-election-report-325762">EU to impose sanctions on 31 senior Belarusian officials over recent election</a>

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The European Union is set to impose economic sanctions on 31 senior Belarusian officials, according to a Reuters report. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-to-impose-sanctions-on-31-senior-belarusian-officials-over-recent-election-report-325762">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-systems-of-justice-prevail-in-america-says-kamala-harris-325811" hreflang="en">Two systems of justice prevail in America, says Kamala Harris</a>

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Democratic US&nbsp;vice presidential candidate&nbsp;Kamala&nbsp;Harris&nbsp;said on Monday that the country has&nbsp;two systems of justice for Black and White Americans. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-systems-of-justice-prevail-in-america-says-kamala-harris-325811">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/want-permanent-fair-solution-to-palestinian-issue-saudi-king-to-trump-325647" hreflang="en">Want permanent, fair solution to Palestinian issue: Saudi King to Trump</a>

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Encouraging the United States' efforts to establish peace in the Middle East, Saudi Arabia’s King Salman has told US President Donald Trump that they wanted a fair and permanent solution to the Palestinian issue based on kingdom's Arab Peace Initiative, proposed in 2002. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/want-permanent-fair-solution-to-palestinian-issue-saudi-king-to-trump-325647">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mediterranean-crisis-greece-to-boost-military-amid-tension-with-turkey-325793" hreflang="en">Mediterranean crisis: Greece to boost military amid tension with Turkey</a>

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Greece will be bolstering its military with new armament programmes, a boost to military personnel and the development of the country's defence industry, the government spokesman said Monday. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mediterranean-crisis-greece-to-boost-military-amid-tension-with-turkey-325793">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/philippines-president-pardons-us-marine-in-transgender-killing-325802" hreflang="en">Philippines president pardons US marine in transgender killing</a>

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Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has granted an absolute pardon to a US marine convicted of killing a transgender woman, officials said Monday, drawing condemnation from rights groups. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/philippines-president-pardons-us-marine-in-transgender-killing-325802">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-top-seed-novak-djokovic-disqualified-from-us-open-after-hitting-judge-with-ball-325614">Watch: Top-seed Djokovic disqualified from US Open after hitting judge</a>

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Serbian tennis ace and World No 1 Novak Djokovic was disqualified from the US Open on Sunday after striking a female lines official in the throat with a ball. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-top-seed-novak-djokovic-disqualified-from-us-open-after-hitting-judge-with-ball-325614">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/protests-rage-across-hong-kong-after-delay-in-local-elections-325699">Protests rage across Hong Kong after delay in local elections</a>

Nearly 300 people were arrested by Hong Kong police on Sunday as riot officers swooped on democracy protesters opposed to the postponement of local elections. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/protests-rage-across-hong-kong-after-delay-in-local-elections-325699">Read more</a>

Russia's opposition figure Navalny now out of medically induced coma Russia's opposition figure Alexei Navalny, a fierce critic of Vladimir Putin, who was allegedly poisoned using a Soviet-era nerve agent Novichok has come out of the medically induced coma, according to the hospital in Berlin where he is being treated.

Russia's opposition figure Navalny now out of medically induced coma Russia's opposition figure Alexei Navalny, a fierce critic of Vladimir Putin, who was allegedly poisoned using a Soviet-era nerve agent Novichok has come out of the medically induced coma, according to the hospital in Berlin where he is being treated. Read more India rockets to hypersonic missile club, joins the ranks of US, Russia India on Monday joined the ranks of the hypersonic missile club by firing an indigenously-developed hypersonic technology demonstrator vehicle (HSTDV). Read more European Union chief warns UK must respect Brexit withdrawal deal EU leader Ursula von der Leyen warned Monday that Britain is legally obliged to respect the Brexit withdrawal agreement, which must form the basis on any future relationship. Read more EU to impose sanctions on 31 senior Belarusian officials over recent election The European Union is set to impose economic sanctions on 31 senior Belarusian officials, according to a Reuters report. Read more Two systems of justice prevail in America, says Kamala Harris Democratic US vice presidential candidate Kamala Harris said on Monday that the country has two systems of justice for Black and White Americans. Read more Want permanent, fair solution to Palestinian issue: Saudi King to Trump Encouraging the United States' efforts to establish peace in the Middle East, Saudi Arabia’s King Salman has told US President Donald Trump that they wanted a fair and permanent solution to the Palestinian issue based on kingdom's Arab Peace Initiative, proposed in 2002. Read more Mediterranean crisis: Greece to boost military amid tension with Turkey Greece will be bolstering its military with new armament programmes, a boost to military personnel and the development of the country's defence industry, the government spokesman said Monday. Read more Philippines president pardons US marine in transgender killing Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has granted an absolute pardon to a US marine convicted of killing a transgender woman, officials said Monday, drawing condemnation from rights groups. Read more Watch: Top-seed Djokovic disqualified from US Open after hitting judge Serbian tennis ace and World No 1 Novak Djokovic was disqualified from the US Open on Sunday after striking a female lines official in the throat with a ball. Read more Protests rage across Hong Kong after delay in local elections Nearly 300 people were arrested by Hong Kong police on Sunday as riot officers swooped on democracy protesters opposed to the postponement of local elections. Read more

Top 10 world news today: Navalny out of coma, India tests hypersonic missile and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-says-he-gets-along-with-putin-amid-international-criticism-of-russian-aggression-325387">Trump says he 'gets along' with Putin amid international criticism of Russia</a>

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Trump appeared starkly out of step with the leaders of Britain and Germany, who have expressed outrage at the attack on Navalny. He called it "tragic" but emphasising that he has a good relationship with Putin.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/rescue-operation-for-ship-survivors-suspended-as-typhoon-haishen-nears-japan-alerts-issued-325385">Rescue operation for ship survivors suspended as Typhoon Haishen nears Japan</a>

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The typhoon Haishen is expected to hit Japan soon with winds of up to 290 kilometres per hour (180 miles per hour).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/three-in-four-adults-would-get-a-covid-19-vaccine-if-available-survey-325435">Three in four adults would get a COVID-19 vaccine, if available: Survey</a>

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On behalf of World Economic Forum, Ipsos MORI conducted a survey of nearly 20,000 adults from 27 countries.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-ends-anti-racism-training-sessions-in-federal-governments-calls-it-un-american-325402">Trump ends anti-racism training sessions in federal governments</a>

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The order has come at a time when the US is already burning by clash of police against the people standing in solidarity with the African-American community in the US.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-tapes-reveal-former-us-president-richard-nixons-hatred-towards-indians-325427">New tapes reveal former US president Richard Nixon's 'hatred' towards Indians</a>

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Newly declassified White House tapes disclose former US president Richard Nixon spoke disparagingly about Indians and reveal the bigotry he and his national security advisor Henry Kissinger held.

<a href="wionews.com/world/new-mali-junta-opens-talks-on-transition-to-civilian-rule-325415">New Mali junta opens talks on transition to civilian rule</a>

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The West African country has long been plagued by chronic instability, a simmering jihadist revolt, ethnic violence and endemic corruption, prompting a clique of rebel colonels to detain elderly President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita last month.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/satellite-images-suggest-north-korea-may-be-preparing-to-launch-submarine-missile-us-think-tank-325354">Satellite images suggest North Korea may be preparing to launch submarine missile: US think tank</a>

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The Center for Strategic and International Studies said satellite images showed that North Korea may be ready to test a medium-range submarine-based missile.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/not-even-an-inch-will-be-ceded-indias-defence-minister-told-chinese-counterpart-in-moscow-meet-325392">Not even an inch will be ceded: India's defence minister told Chinese counterpart in Moscow meet</a>

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A source said the defence minister told the Chinese side that India will "not cede an inch of land" and was "determined to protect integrity and sovereignty of the country at all cost".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/niger-soldiers-executed-dozens-of-civilians-probe-says-325423">Niger soldiers executed dozens of civilians, probe says</a>

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The West African nation has suffered years of conflict with Islamic militants operating in the vast and inhospitable Sahel desert, with thousands of soldiers and civilians killed to date.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-climate-activists-disrupt-newspaper-distribution-through-protests-325421">UK: Climate activists disrupt newspaper distribution through protests</a>

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In addition to blocking the roads with vehicles, the protestors also attached themselves to various other barricades, making it impossible for anyone to pass through.

Trump says he 'gets along' with Putin amid international criticism of Russia Trump appeared starkly out of step with the leaders of Britain and Germany, who have expressed outrage at the attack on Navalny.

Trump says he 'gets along' with Putin amid international criticism of Russia Trump appeared starkly out of step with the leaders of Britain and Germany, who have expressed outrage at the attack on Navalny. He called it "tragic" but emphasising that he has a good relationship with Putin. Rescue operation for ship survivors suspended as Typhoon Haishen nears Japan The typhoon Haishen is expected to hit Japan soon with winds of up to 290 kilometres per hour (180 miles per hour). Three in four adults would get a COVID-19 vaccine, if available: Survey On behalf of World Economic Forum, Ipsos MORI conducted a survey of nearly 20,000 adults from 27 countries. Trump ends anti-racism training sessions in federal governments The order has come at a time when the US is already burning by clash of police against the people standing in solidarity with the African-American community in the US. New tapes reveal former US president Richard Nixon's 'hatred' towards Indians Newly declassified White House tapes disclose former US president Richard Nixon spoke disparagingly about Indians and reveal the bigotry he and his national security advisor Henry Kissinger held. New Mali junta opens talks on transition to civilian rule The West African country has long been plagued by chronic instability, a simmering jihadist revolt, ethnic violence and endemic corruption, prompting a clique of rebel colonels to detain elderly President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita last month. Satellite images suggest North Korea may be preparing to launch submarine missile: US think tank The Center for Strategic and International Studies said satellite images showed that North Korea may be ready to test a medium-range submarine-based missile. Not even an inch will be ceded: India's defence minister told Chinese counterpart in Moscow meet A source said the defence minister told the Chinese side that India will "not cede an inch of land" and was "determined to protect integrity and sovereignty of the country at all cost". Niger soldiers executed dozens of civilians, probe says The West African nation has suffered years of conflict with Islamic militants operating in the vast and inhospitable Sahel desert, with thousands of soldiers and civilians killed to date. UK: Climate activists disrupt newspaper distribution through protests In addition to blocking the roads with vehicles, the protestors also attached themselves to various other barricades, making it impossible for anyone to pass through.

Top 10 world news today: Typhoon Haishen nears Japan, Trump ends anti-racism training sessions and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-carries-out-secretive-launch-of-reusable-experimental-spacecraft-325258">China carries out secretive launch of reusable experimental spacecraft</a>

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China on Friday successfully launched a reusable experimental spacecraft whose mission details have been kept secret.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/big-blow-to-china-as-thailand-scraps-kra-canal-project-325142">Big blow to China as Thailand scraps KRA canal project</a>

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Thailand on Thursday announced it will scrap a Chinese led-KRA canal project under which Beijing wanted to build a bypass to the Strait of Malacca.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-defies-west-sanctions-after-natos-emergency-meeting-over-navalny-325249">Russia defies West sanctions after NATO's emergency meeting over Navalny</a>

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NATO called an emergency meeting on this matter and alliance chief Jens Stoltenberg said all countries were united in condemning this 'horrific' attack on the 44-year-old opposition politician.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/defence-ministry-calls-viral-video-fake-news-that-claimed-taiwan-bringing-down-chinese-jet-325208">Defence ministry calls viral video 'fake news' that claimed Taiwan bringing down Chinese jet</a>

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After a video went viral on social media, which claimed Taiwan shooting down a Chinese aircraft, Ministry of National Defense of the Republic of China confirmed on Friday that the information is "false" and "completely untrue".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/i-am-innocent-prime-suspect-of-charlie-hebdo-shooting-declines-all-accusations-325255">'I am innocent': Prime suspect of Charlie Hebdo shooting declines all accusations</a>

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He has been accused of providing the weapons used by the three gunmen and is facing trial for the charge of complicity in a terrorist act.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/lac-tensions-indian-chinese-defence-ministers-to-meet-in-moscow-in-few-hours-325218">LAC tensions: Indian, Chinese defence ministers to meet in Moscow in few hours</a>

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Chinese Defence Minister General Wei Fenghe had requested for a meet with Indian defence minister Rajnath Singh. Both the defence ministers are in Moscow for the SCO defence minister meeting.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-election-2020-twitter-places-notice-on-trumps-tweets-of-double-voting-325197">Twitter places notice on Trump's tweets of double voting</a>

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White House spokeswoman Kayleigh McEnany, after Twitter's decision, said, the US President 'does not condone unlawful voting'.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-vaccine-passes-early-trial-test-325212">Russia vaccine 'passes early trial test'</a>

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Patients involved in early tests of a Russian coronavirus vaccine developed antibodies with "no serious adverse events", according to research published in The Lancet Friday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/white-house-asks-us-agencies-to-detail-all-china-related-funding-325198">White House asks US agencies to detail all China-related funding</a>

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The White House has asked U.S. government agencies for extensive details of any funding that seeks to counter China`s global influence and business practices, or supports Beijing.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/maryam-nawaz-300-pml-n-workers-booked-under-terrorism-charges-for-clash-outside-nab-office-325248">Maryam Nawaz, 300 PML-N workers booked under terrorism charges for clash outside NAB office</a>

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PML-N has protested inclusion of terrorism charges in the FIR, saying this has been done at the best of Prime Minister Imran Khan.

China carries out secretive launch of reusable experimental spacecraft China on Friday successfully launched a reusable experimental spacecraft whose mission details have been kept secret.

China carries out secretive launch of reusable experimental spacecraft China on Friday successfully launched a reusable experimental spacecraft whose mission details have been kept secret. Big blow to China as Thailand scraps KRA canal project Thailand on Thursday announced it will scrap a Chinese led-KRA canal project under which Beijing wanted to build a bypass to the Strait of Malacca. Russia defies West sanctions after NATO's emergency meeting over Navalny NATO called an emergency meeting on this matter and alliance chief Jens Stoltenberg said all countries were united in condemning this 'horrific' attack on the 44-year-old opposition politician. Defence ministry calls viral video 'fake news' that claimed Taiwan bringing down Chinese jet After a video went viral on social media, which claimed Taiwan shooting down a Chinese aircraft, Ministry of National Defense of the Republic of China confirmed on Friday that the information is "false" and "completely untrue". 'I am innocent': Prime suspect of Charlie Hebdo shooting declines all accusations He has been accused of providing the weapons used by the three gunmen and is facing trial for the charge of complicity in a terrorist act. LAC tensions: Indian, Chinese defence ministers to meet in Moscow in few hours Chinese Defence Minister General Wei Fenghe had requested for a meet with Indian defence minister Rajnath Singh. Both the defence ministers are in Moscow for the SCO defence minister meeting. Twitter places notice on Trump's tweets of double voting White House spokeswoman Kayleigh McEnany, after Twitter's decision, said, the US President 'does not condone unlawful voting'. Russia vaccine 'passes early trial test' Patients involved in early tests of a Russian coronavirus vaccine developed antibodies with "no serious adverse events", according to research published in The Lancet Friday. White House asks US agencies to detail all China-related funding The White House has asked U.S. government agencies for extensive details of any funding that seeks to counter China`s global influence and business practices, or supports Beijing. Maryam Nawaz, 300 PML-N workers booked under terrorism charges for clash outside NAB office PML-N has protested inclusion of terrorism charges in the FIR, saying this has been done at the best of Prime Minister Imran Khan.

Top 10 world news: Russian vaccine passes early test, Charlie Hebdo trial & more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/head-of-world-chemical-arms-watchdog-expresses-concern-over-navalnys-poisoning-case-325029">Head of world chemical arms watchdog expresses 'concern' over Navalny's poisoning case</a>

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The head of the world chemical arms watchdog, Fernando Arias has said that the body was ready to help any member country that asked for its assistance.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-banning-indians-malaysia-adds-us-uk-and-france-citizens-to-no-entry-list-324971">After banning Indians, Malaysia adds US, UK and France citizens to 'no entry' list</a>

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As per the notification that came on Tuesday, all immigrants returning to the country from these countries will not be granted entry, starting from September 07.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-threatens-to-cut-federal-funding-for-lawless-cities-325022">Donald Trump threatens to cut federal funding for 'lawless' cities</a>

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The decision was not welcomed by few of the Governors who feel that Trump's cut-back comes at a point when the states need more funding due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-are-not-doing-enough-ethiopia-admits-not-helping-enough-to-assist-migrants-in-saudi-325041">'We are not doing enough': Ethiopia admits not helping enough to assist migrants in Saudi</a>

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The statement came after the Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed faced immense criticism at home and from overseas for facilitating the return of the migrants who got stuck due to the coronavirus pandemic.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-court-finds-apple-daily-founder-jimmy-lai-not-guilty-in-criminal-intimidation-case-324942">Hong Kong court finds Apple Daily founder Jimmy Lai not guilty in criminal intimidation case</a>

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The judge reportedly said that she found "insufficient evidence" asserting that Apple Daily's founder did not mean to harm a reporter during the 2017 incident.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-defends-intelligence-report-on-russians-claim-about-joe-bidens-mental-health-324962">US defends intelligence report on Russians claim about Joe Biden's mental health</a>

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The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on Wednesday defended its move to withhold distribution of an intelligence report that said Russia was trying to portray Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden as mentally unstable.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/one-person-rescued-after-cargo-ship-with-43-people-sank-off-japan-due-to-typhoon-324916">One person rescued after cargo ship with 43 people sank off Japan due to typhoon</a>

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A cargo ship, which carried 43 crew members and nearly 6,000 cows, sank after encountering a typhoon in the East China Sea, one of the rescued survivors said on Thursday.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pandemic-threatens-refugee-childrens-limited-schooling-un-324976">Pandemic threatens refugee children's limited schooling: UN</a>

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While the UNHCR said a shift in methodology made it difficult to compare with data from previous years, it noted the statistics, dire as they look, actually represent a small improvement.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/daniel-prude-video-shows-black-man-suffocating-after-cops-put-hood-on-his-head-in-us-324886">Daniel Prude: Video shows black man suffocating after cops put hood on his head in US</a>

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A black man who had run naked through the streets of a western New York city died of asphyxiation after a group of police officers put a hood over his head, then pressed his face into the pavement for two minutes.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/steroids-cut-death-rates-among-critically-ill-covid-19-patients-study-324949">Steroids cut death rates among critically ill COVID-19 patients: Study</a>

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Treating critically ill COVID-19 patients with corticosteroid drugs reduces the risk of death by 20%, an analysis of seven international trials found on Wednesday, prompting the World Health Organisation to update its advice on treatment.

Head of world chemical arms watchdog expresses 'concern' over Navalny's poisoning case The head of the world chemical arms watchdog, Fernando Arias has said that the body was ready to help any member country that asked for its assistance.

Head of world chemical arms watchdog expresses 'concern' over Navalny's poisoning case The head of the world chemical arms watchdog, Fernando Arias has said that the body was ready to help any member country that asked for its assistance. After banning Indians, Malaysia adds US, UK and France citizens to 'no entry' list As per the notification that came on Tuesday, all immigrants returning to the country from these countries will not be granted entry, starting from September 07. Donald Trump threatens to cut federal funding for 'lawless' cities The decision was not welcomed by few of the Governors who feel that Trump's cut-back comes at a point when the states need more funding due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. 'We are not doing enough': Ethiopia admits not helping enough to assist migrants in Saudi The statement came after the Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed faced immense criticism at home and from overseas for facilitating the return of the migrants who got stuck due to the coronavirus pandemic. Hong Kong court finds Apple Daily founder Jimmy Lai not guilty in criminal intimidation case The judge reportedly said that she found "insufficient evidence" asserting that Apple Daily's founder did not mean to harm a reporter during the 2017 incident. US defends intelligence report on Russians claim about Joe Biden's mental health The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on Wednesday defended its move to withhold distribution of an intelligence report that said Russia was trying to portray Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden as mentally unstable. One person rescued after cargo ship with 43 people sank off Japan due to typhoon A cargo ship, which carried 43 crew members and nearly 6,000 cows, sank after encountering a typhoon in the East China Sea, one of the rescued survivors said on Thursday. Pandemic threatens refugee children's limited schooling: UN While the UNHCR said a shift in methodology made it difficult to compare with data from previous years, it noted the statistics, dire as they look, actually represent a small improvement. Daniel Prude: Video shows black man suffocating after cops put hood on his head in US A black man who had run naked through the streets of a western New York city died of asphyxiation after a group of police officers put a hood over his head, then pressed his face into the pavement for two minutes. Steroids cut death rates among critically ill COVID-19 patients: Study Treating critically ill COVID-19 patients with corticosteroid drugs reduces the risk of death by 20%, an analysis of seven international trials found on Wednesday, prompting the World Health Organisation to update its advice on treatment.

Top 10 world news today: Navalny's poisoning case, typhoon in East China Sea and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-opposition-leader-navalny-was-poisoned-with-soviet-era-nerve-agent-novichok-germany-324771">Navalny was poisoned with Soviet-era nerve agent Novichok: Germany</a>

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German government on Wednesday said that based on the tests performed on Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, it is likely that he was poisoned with a Soviet-era nerve agent called “Novichok”.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/entire-world-beginning-to-unite-against-china-says-us-secretary-of-state-mike-pompeo-324734">Entire world beginning to unite against China, says US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo</a>

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India, Australia, Japan and South Korea are all set to join US to push back Beijing on every front, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has said. He said that the entire world is standing against the unfair practices and aggression of China.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/now-taiwan-unveils-new-passport-design-to-resolve-china-confusion-324671">Now, Taiwan unveils new passport design to resolve China confusion</a>

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Taiwan&nbsp;has complained during the outbreak that its nationals have encountered problems entering other countries, as&nbsp;Taiwanese passports have the words 'Republic of China', its formal name, written in large English font at the top, with 'Taiwan'&nbsp;printed at the bottom.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/french-president-macron-backs-iraq-sovereignty-on-first-baghdad-visit-324748">French President Macron backs Iraq 'sovereignty' on first Baghdad visit</a>

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The trip aims to "launch an initiative alongside the United Nations to support a process of sovereignty," Macron announced on his final night in Beirut.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trumps-campaign-in-danger-as-most-americans-see-coronavirus-not-crime-as-top-issue-poll-324741">Trump's campaign in danger as most Americans see coronavirus, not crime as top issue: Poll</a>

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Majority of Americans do not perceive crime as the primary problem and are actually sympathetic towards the ongoing protests against systemic racism.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thai-king-restores-titles-to-once-disgraced-royal-consort-324753">Thai king restores titles to once-disgraced royal consort</a>

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The announcement comes as Thailand is roiled by anti-government protests during which demands have also been made for curbs to newly expanded powers of the king.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-prime-minister-mikhail-mishustin-to-visit-belarus-on-september-3-324709">Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin to visit Belarus on September 3</a>

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Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin will visit Belarus on Thursday, Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Wednesday, after weeks of protests in Minsk against a disputed presidential election.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/three-players-including-neymar-test-positive-in-paris-st-germain-324779">Three players including Neymar test positive in Paris St Germain</a>

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According to the report by L'Equipe, Neymar, &nbsp;Ángel Di María, and Leandro Paredes have tested positive for coronavirus, however, this has not been confirmed by the Ligue 1 club.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/direct-flights-between-israel-and-uae-will-continue-says-prime-minister-netanyahu-324746">Direct flights between Israel and UAE will continue, says Prime Minister Netanyahu</a>

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"Israeli planes and those from all countries will be able to fly directly from Israel to Abu Dhabi and Dubai, and back," Netanyahu said, without giving any timeline.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-bans-118-more-chinese-mobile-apps-including-pubg-324745">India bans 118 more Chinese mobile apps, including PUBG</a>

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As per the Union government, they were engaged in activities that are prejudicial to sovereignty, integrity and security of the state.&nbsp;

Navalny was poisoned with Soviet-era nerve agent Novichok: Germany German government on Wednesday said that based on the tests performed on Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, it is likely that he was poisoned with a Soviet-era nerve agent called “Novichok”.

Navalny was poisoned with Soviet-era nerve agent Novichok: Germany German government on Wednesday said that based on the tests performed on Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, it is likely that he was poisoned with a Soviet-era nerve agent called “Novichok”. Entire world beginning to unite against China, says US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo India, Australia, Japan and South Korea are all set to join US to push back Beijing on every front, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has said. He said that the entire world is standing against the unfair practices and aggression of China. Now, Taiwan unveils new passport design to resolve China confusion Taiwan has complained during the outbreak that its nationals have encountered problems entering other countries, as Taiwanese passports have the words 'Republic of China', its formal name, written in large English font at the top, with 'Taiwan' printed at the bottom. French President Macron backs Iraq 'sovereignty' on first Baghdad visit The trip aims to "launch an initiative alongside the United Nations to support a process of sovereignty," Macron announced on his final night in Beirut. Trump's campaign in danger as most Americans see coronavirus, not crime as top issue: Poll Majority of Americans do not perceive crime as the primary problem and are actually sympathetic towards the ongoing protests against systemic racism. Thai king restores titles to once-disgraced royal consort The announcement comes as Thailand is roiled by anti-government protests during which demands have also been made for curbs to newly expanded powers of the king. Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin to visit Belarus on September 3 Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin will visit Belarus on Thursday, Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Wednesday, after weeks of protests in Minsk against a disputed presidential election. Three players including Neymar test positive in Paris St Germain According to the report by L'Equipe, Neymar, Ángel Di María, and Leandro Paredes have tested positive for coronavirus, however, this has not been confirmed by the Ligue 1 club. Direct flights between Israel and UAE will continue, says Prime Minister Netanyahu "Israeli planes and those from all countries will be able to fly directly from Israel to Abu Dhabi and Dubai, and back," Netanyahu said, without giving any timeline. India bans 118 more Chinese mobile apps, including PUBG As per the Union government, they were engaged in activities that are prejudicial to sovereignty, integrity and security of the state.

Top 10 world news today: Navalny was poisoned, Taiwan to redesign passport and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/a-woman-from-wuhan-is-suing-china-for-her-fathers-death-due-to-covid-19-324525" hreflang="en">A woman from Wuhan is suing China for her father's death due to COVID-19</a>

Lei’s father had got infected with coronavirus in the end of January

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/creation-is-groaning-pope-francis-urges-countries-to-follow-paris-climate-agreement-324509" hreflang="en">'Creation is groaning': Pope Francis urges countries to follow Paris Climate Agreement</a>

"Modern society had pushed the planet beyond its limits and the time to fix a climate emergency was running out", he said

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/delivering-super-cooled-covid-19-vaccine-a-daunting-challenge-for-some-countries-324491" hreflang="en">Delivering super-cooled COVID-19 vaccine a daunting challenge for some countries</a>

Companies developing vaccines requiring exceptional cold storage, such as Moderna and CureVac, are working hard to make their injections last longer in transit

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/lawsuit-says-mcdonalds-discriminates-against-black-franchisees-324489" hreflang="en">Lawsuit says McDonald's discriminates against Black franchisees</a>

In a complaint seeking up to $1 billion of damages, the plaintiffs said McDonald's has not offered profitable restaurant locations and growth opportunities to Black franchisees

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/texts-books-and-face-masks-europes-children-return-to-school-324487" hreflang="en">Texts books and face masks, Europe's children return to school</a>

Hand cleansing stations, social distancing and staggered play time will become the new normal as countries across Europe seek ways to get children back into the classroom

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-will-never-give-up-charlie-hebdo-says-republishing-prophet-mohammads-cartoon-324490" hreflang="en">‘We will never give up’: Charlie Hebdo says republishing Prophet Mohammad's cartoon</a>

"We will never lie down. We will never give up," wrote its director Laurent "Riss" Sourisseau in an editorial to go with the republication of the cartoons in its latest edition.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/singing-dogs-that-were-believed-to-be-extinct-resurface-in-papua-324556" hreflang="en">'Singing dogs' that were believed to be extinct resurface in Papua</a>

An extremely rare breed of dogs which was for long believed to be extinct, has resurfaced

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uae-disgraced-forever-by-making-a-deal-with-israel-irans-khamenei-324485" hreflang="en">UAE 'disgraced forever' by making a deal with Israel: Iran's Khamenei</a>

Owing to growing fears surrounding Iran, the deal marked first such correspondence between an Arab country and Israel in&nbsp;over 20 years

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/timeline-from-devastating-beirut-blast-to-new-lebanese-government-324543" hreflang="en">Timeline: From devastating Beirut blast to new Lebanese government</a>

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From the Beirut port blast to the nomination of a new premier, here are developments in&nbsp;Lebanon&nbsp;as French President Emmanuel Macron visits on the centenary of the foundation of Greater&nbsp;Lebanon.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/millions-of-children-return-to-schools-across-world-heres-the-list-of-countries-324523" hreflang="en">Millions of children return to schools across world: Here's the list of countries</a>

Millions of mask-wearing&nbsp;children headed back to school after summer holidays despite rising numbers of coronavirus infections.

A woman from Wuhan is suing China for her father's death due to COVID-19 Lei’s father had got infected with coronavirus in the end of January 'Creation is groaning': Pope Francis urges countries to follow Paris Climate Agreement "Modern society had pushed the planet beyond its limits and the time to fix a climate emergency was running out", he said Delivering super-cooled COVID-19 vaccine a daunting challenge for some countries Companies developing vaccines requiring exceptional cold storage, such as Moderna and CureVac, are working hard to make their injections last longer in transit Lawsuit says McDonald's discriminates against Black franchisees In a complaint seeking up to $1 billion of damages, the plaintiffs said McDonald's has not offered profitable restaurant locations and growth opportunities to Black franchisees Texts books and face masks, Europe's children return to school Hand cleansing stations, social distancing and staggered play time will become the new normal as countries across Europe seek ways to get children back into the classroom ‘We will never give up’: Charlie Hebdo says republishing Prophet Mohammad's cartoon "We will never lie down.

A woman from Wuhan is suing China for her father's death due to COVID-19 Lei’s father had got infected with coronavirus in the end of January 'Creation is groaning': Pope Francis urges countries to follow Paris Climate Agreement "Modern society had pushed the planet beyond its limits and the time to fix a climate emergency was running out", he said Delivering super-cooled COVID-19 vaccine a daunting challenge for some countries Companies developing vaccines requiring exceptional cold storage, such as Moderna and CureVac, are working hard to make their injections last longer in transit Lawsuit says McDonald's discriminates against Black franchisees In a complaint seeking up to $1 billion of damages, the plaintiffs said McDonald's has not offered profitable restaurant locations and growth opportunities to Black franchisees Texts books and face masks, Europe's children return to school Hand cleansing stations, social distancing and staggered play time will become the new normal as countries across Europe seek ways to get children back into the classroom ‘We will never give up’: Charlie Hebdo says republishing Prophet Mohammad's cartoon "We will never lie down. We will never give up," wrote its director Laurent "Riss" Sourisseau in an editorial to go with the republication of the cartoons in its latest edition. 'Singing dogs' that were believed to be extinct resurface in Papua An extremely rare breed of dogs which was for long believed to be extinct, has resurfaced UAE 'disgraced forever' by making a deal with Israel: Iran's Khamenei Owing to growing fears surrounding Iran, the deal marked first such correspondence between an Arab country and Israel in over 20 years Timeline: From devastating Beirut blast to new Lebanese government From the Beirut port blast to the nomination of a new premier, here are developments in Lebanon as French President Emmanuel Macron visits on the centenary of the foundation of Greater Lebanon. Millions of children return to schools across world: Here's the list of countries Millions of mask-wearing children headed back to school after summer holidays despite rising numbers of coronavirus infections.

Top 10 world news today: Woman sues China, Pope Francis on Paris Climate Agreement, and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/baltic-states-hit-lukashenko-other-belarus-officials-with-sanctions-324284" hreflang="en">Baltic states hit Lukashenko, other Belarus officials with sanctions</a>

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The three Baltic states have led calls for the West to take firmer action against Lukashenko, who is accused by opponents and the West of rigging an election to prolong his 26-year rule

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-israeli-delegation-lands-in-abu-dhabi-on-historic-flight-324286" hreflang="en">US-Israeli delegation lands in Abu Dhabi on historic flight</a>

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Jared Kushner, President Donald Trump's son-in-law and White House advisor, was on board Flight 971 of Israel's national carrier El Al as part of the delegation who were to meet with UAE officials

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/relatives-of-mh17-crash-to-seek-damages-from-suspects-lawyers-say-324312" hreflang="en">Relatives of MH17 crash to seek damages from suspects, lawyers say</a>

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The suspects - three Russians and a Ukrainian - are being tried for murder and shooting down the passenger plane over eastern Ukraine

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uae-sends-medical-aid-to-war-torn-syria-battling-coronavirus-324296" hreflang="en">UAE sends medical aid to war-torn Syria battling coronavirus</a>

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Prince Mohammed took to Twitter and assured Assad of "the support of the UAE and its willingness to help the Syrian people" combat COVID-19.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-expels-diplomats-from-the-slovak-embassy-in-a-tit-for-tat-move-324288" hreflang="en">Russia expels diplomats from the Slovak embassy in a tit-for-tat move</a>

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Russian foreign ministry called Slovakia's move to remove their diplomatic staff as an "unfriendly step" that contradicted the "traditional spirit" of shared ties.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/life-changing-journey-new-bus-trip-will-take-you-from-delhi-to-london-in-70-days-324278" hreflang="en">'Life-changing journey': New bus trip will take you from Delhi to London in 70 days</a>

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This bus will cross 18 countries over 70 days. During the journey, passengers will be allowed to "hop off" and explore different locations on the way.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/lebanon-names-mustapha-adib-its-germany-envoy-as-new-prime-minister-324276" hreflang="en">Lebanon names Mustapha Adib, its Germany envoy, as new prime minister</a>

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The presidency made the announcement in a televised statement as Adib arrived at the palace in Baabda near Beirut to meet President Michel Aoun and parliament speaker Nabih Berri.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-cases-in-us-top-6-million-mexicos-toll-surpasses-64000-324274" hreflang="en">Coronavirus cases in US top 6 million; Mexico’s toll surpasses 64,000</a>

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As many as 25,377,704 people around the world have been diagnosed with Covid-19. While more than 17,700,781 have recovered, 850,149 have died so far.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/wuhan-food-markets-are-selling-wild-animals-again-324272" hreflang="en">Wuhan food markets are selling wild animals, again</a>

According to The Paper, in Wuhan Tiansheng Street Vegetable Market and Changchun Road Vegetable Market, many merchants are selling wild frogs.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-lacks-formal-combat-capability-to-assault-us-taiwan-324271" hreflang="en">China lacks 'formal combat capability' to assault us: Taiwan</a>

China views Taiwan as its sovereign territory and is amping up military activities

Baltic states hit Lukashenko, other Belarus officials with sanctions The three Baltic states have led calls for the West to take firmer action against Lukashenko, who is accused by opponents and the West of rigging an election to prolong his 26-year rule US-Israeli delegation lands in Abu Dhabi on historic flight Jared Kushner, President Donald Trump's son-in-law and White House advisor, was on board Flight 971 of Israel's national carrier El Al as part of the delegation who were to meet with UAE officials Relatives of MH17 crash to seek damages from suspects, lawyers say The suspects - three Russians and a Ukrainian - are being tried for murder and shooting down the passenger plane over eastern Ukraine UAE sends medical aid to war-torn Syria battling coronavirus Prince Mohammed took to Twitter and assured Assad of "the support of the UAE and its willingness to help the Syrian people" combat COVID-19.

Baltic states hit Lukashenko, other Belarus officials with sanctions The three Baltic states have led calls for the West to take firmer action against Lukashenko, who is accused by opponents and the West of rigging an election to prolong his 26-year rule US-Israeli delegation lands in Abu Dhabi on historic flight Jared Kushner, President Donald Trump's son-in-law and White House advisor, was on board Flight 971 of Israel's national carrier El Al as part of the delegation who were to meet with UAE officials Relatives of MH17 crash to seek damages from suspects, lawyers say The suspects - three Russians and a Ukrainian - are being tried for murder and shooting down the passenger plane over eastern Ukraine UAE sends medical aid to war-torn Syria battling coronavirus Prince Mohammed took to Twitter and assured Assad of "the support of the UAE and its willingness to help the Syrian people" combat COVID-19. Russia expels diplomats from the Slovak embassy in a tit-for-tat move Russian foreign ministry called Slovakia's move to remove their diplomatic staff as an "unfriendly step" that contradicted the "traditional spirit" of shared ties. 'Life-changing journey': New bus trip will take you from Delhi to London in 70 days This bus will cross 18 countries over 70 days. During the journey, passengers will be allowed to "hop off" and explore different locations on the way. Lebanon names Mustapha Adib, its Germany envoy, as new prime minister The presidency made the announcement in a televised statement as Adib arrived at the palace in Baabda near Beirut to meet President Michel Aoun and parliament speaker Nabih Berri. Coronavirus cases in US top 6 million; Mexico’s toll surpasses 64,000 As many as 25,377,704 people around the world have been diagnosed with Covid-19. While more than 17,700,781 have recovered, 850,149 have died so far. Wuhan food markets are selling wild animals, again According to The Paper, in Wuhan Tiansheng Street Vegetable Market and Changchun Road Vegetable Market, many merchants are selling wild frogs. China lacks 'formal combat capability' to assault us: Taiwan China views Taiwan as its sovereign territory and is amping up military activities

Top 10 world news today: Wuhan wet markets, Sanctions on Belarus, and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/french-government-investigates-senior-military-officer-over-security-breach-324110" hreflang="en">French government investigates senior military officer over 'security breach'</a>

However, Europe 1 said the officer was a lieutenant-colonel stationed with NATO in Italy and had been placed under investigation on suspicion of spying for Russia.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/half-of-lebanons-population-could-face-food-crisis-after-beirut-port-blast-un-324103" hreflang="en">Half of Lebanon's population could face food crisis after Beirut port blast: UN</a>

"Immediate measures should be taken to prevent a food crisis," ESCWA executive secretary Rola Dashti said.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/from-olympic-medalists-to-head-coaches-belarusian-athletes-sign-letter-condemning-rigged-polls-324101" hreflang="en">From Olympic medalists to head coaches: Belarusian athletes sign letter condemning rigged polls</a>

The letter also demanded an end to police violence and the release of all political prisoners.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/french-president-joins-outrage-after-magazine-shows-black-mp-as-a-slave-324099" hreflang="en">French President joins outrage after magazine shows black MP as a slave</a>

The French presidency said Macron called Danielle Obono from the far-left party France Unbowed and "expressed his clear condemnation of any form of racism".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/40-of-worlds-total-number-of-confirmed-covid-19-cases-are-in-us-and-brazil-report-324083" hreflang="en">40% of world's total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases are in US and Brazil: Report</a>

At least 25,029,250 people have been infected with the respiratory disease, of whom 842,915 have died.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/group-of-turkish-asylum-seekers-reach-greek-island-via-boats-coast-guards-324081" hreflang="en">Group of Turkish asylum-seekers reach Greek island via boats: Coast guards</a>

These asylum-seekers were rescued by the Greek coast guard as it approached the shore on Saturday.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/beirut-port-blast-death-toll-rises-to-190-324071" hreflang="en">Beirut port blast death toll rises to 190</a>

The army said on Saturday that seven people were still missing - three Lebanese, three Syrians and one Egyptian. It was not immediately clear if some had since been found.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/german-govt-condemns-unacceptable-attempt-to-storm-reichstag-324073" hreflang="en">German govt condemns 'unacceptable' attempt to storm Reichstag</a>

The Reichstag is the "symbolic centre of our democracy", Interior Minister Horst Seehofer told Sunday's edition of the Bild newspaper.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/lake-turns-into-graveyard-for-migrants-in-turkey-324065" hreflang="en">Lake turns into graveyard for migrants in Turkey</a>

The sinking of two boats in June and December, claiming 68 lives in all, underscores the perils of a route used to circumnavigate checkpoints set up across the rugged eastern terrain of Turkey,…

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/tears-gloves-masks-thousands-shiite-pilgrims-come-out-to-mark-ashura-in-city-of-karbala-324095" hreflang="en">Tears, gloves, masks: Thousands Shiite pilgrims come out to mark Ashura in city of Karbala</a>

Thousands of tearful Shiite pilgrims wearing gloves and masks flooded Iraq's holy city of Karbala on Sunday to mark Ashura, in one of the largest Muslim gatherings since the Covid-19 pandemic began.

French government investigates senior military officer over 'security breach' However, Europe 1 said the officer was a lieutenant-colonel stationed with NATO in Italy and had been placed under investigation on suspicion of spying for Russia.

French government investigates senior military officer over 'security breach' However, Europe 1 said the officer was a lieutenant-colonel stationed with NATO in Italy and had been placed under investigation on suspicion of spying for Russia. Half of Lebanon's population could face food crisis after Beirut port blast: UN "Immediate measures should be taken to prevent a food crisis," ESCWA executive secretary Rola Dashti said. From Olympic medalists to head coaches: Belarusian athletes sign letter condemning rigged polls The letter also demanded an end to police violence and the release of all political prisoners. French President joins outrage after magazine shows black MP as a slave The French presidency said Macron called Danielle Obono from the far-left party France Unbowed and "expressed his clear condemnation of any form of racism". 40% of world's total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases are in US and Brazil: Report At least 25,029,250 people have been infected with the respiratory disease, of whom 842,915 have died. Group of Turkish asylum-seekers reach Greek island via boats: Coast guards These asylum-seekers were rescued by the Greek coast guard as it approached the shore on Saturday. Beirut port blast death toll rises to 190 The army said on Saturday that seven people were still missing - three Lebanese, three Syrians and one Egyptian. It was not immediately clear if some had since been found. German govt condemns 'unacceptable' attempt to storm Reichstag The Reichstag is the "symbolic centre of our democracy", Interior Minister Horst Seehofer told Sunday's edition of the Bild newspaper. Lake turns into graveyard for migrants in Turkey The sinking of two boats in June and December, claiming 68 lives in all, underscores the perils of a route used to circumnavigate checkpoints set up across the rugged eastern terrain of Turkey,… Tears, gloves, masks: Thousands Shiite pilgrims come out to mark Ashura in city of Karbala Thousands of tearful Shiite pilgrims wearing gloves and masks flooded Iraq's holy city of Karbala on Sunday to mark Ashura, in one of the largest Muslim gatherings since the Covid-19 pandemic began.

Top 10 world news today: Food crisis in Lebanon, COVID-19 cases in world, and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/military-will-not-play-any-role-in-us-elections-us-army-general-mark-milley-323938">Military will not play any role in US elections: US Army General Mark Milley</a>

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America's&nbsp;most senior general, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Mark Milley has told the Congress that the military will not be a part of the November elections.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-must-build-an-impregnable-fortress-to-maintain-stability-in-tibet-xi-to-party-leaders-323908">China must build an 'impregnable fortress' to maintain stability in Tibet: Xi to party leaders</a>

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The Chinese leader reportedly said that role of the Communist Party needs to be "strengthened" to "integrate" the Tibet's local ethnic group.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/i-had-to-do-it-student-leader-defies-thailands-royal-taboo-323911">'I had to do it': Student leader defies Thailand's royal taboo</a>

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The&nbsp;21-year-old Rung -- real name Panusaya Sithijirawattanakul -- said the August 10 protest at Thammasat University outside Bangkok was "the right time" to ask for change, even though she risked arrest.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fda-spokeswoman-emily-miller-fired-as-spokesperson-to-continue-as-appointee-323953">FDA spokeswoman Emily Miller fired as spokesperson; to continue as 'appointee'</a>

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Emily Miller, the spokesperson for US Food and Drug Administration, has been fired days after her appointment in the officer. The decision was taken by FDA Commissioner Stephen Hahn.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-republican-party-senator-rand-paul-alleges-he-was-attacked-near-white-house-323878">US Republican Party Senator Rand Paul alleges he was 'attacked' near White House</a>

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Hundreds of anti-Trump protesters had gathered outside the White House as Trump accepted the Republican Party`s nomination for the 2020 presidential election.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-13-dead-in-china-restaurant-collapse-323918">At least 13 dead in China restaurant collapse</a>

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At least 13 people died on Saturday when a restaurant in northern China collapsed, state media said, with rescuers pulling dozens of survivors from the rubble and searching for others believed to be trapped.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thousands-take-to-streets-to-protest-over-dead-dolphins-in-mauritius-323931">Thousands take to streets to protest over dead dolphins in Mauritius</a>

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Protestors held banners that showed dolphins covered in oil with slogan of 'all lives matter', and asked the government to resign.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kamala-harris-not-competent-to-be-us-president-ivanka-better-donald-trump-323883">Kamala Harris 'not competent' to be US president, Ivanka better: Donald Trump</a>

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Trump said he would support seeing a female president in the US but suggested that his daughter and senior White House advisor Ivanka Trump would be a better candidate for such a role.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bangladesh-to-restore-internet-in-rohingya-refugee-settlement-323924">Bangladesh to restore internet in Rohingya refugee settlement</a>

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Bangladesh had received flak for continuing to suspend internet services even amid coronavirus pandemic. Human Rights groups had warned that such move may give rise to unnecessary rumours.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/afghan-children-and-unemployed-turn-to-opium-for-quick-cash-323907">Afghan children and unemployed turn to opium for quick cash</a>

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Afghanistan is one of the highest producer of opium as it produces nearly 80 per cent of the global supply and also provides thousands of jobs.

Military will not play any role in US elections: US Army General Mark Milley America's most senior general, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Mark Milley has told the Congress that the military will not be a part of the November elections.

Military will not play any role in US elections: US Army General Mark Milley America's most senior general, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Mark Milley has told the Congress that the military will not be a part of the November elections. China must build an 'impregnable fortress' to maintain stability in Tibet: Xi to party leaders The Chinese leader reportedly said that role of the Communist Party needs to be "strengthened" to "integrate" the Tibet's local ethnic group. 'I had to do it': Student leader defies Thailand's royal taboo The 21-year-old Rung -- real name Panusaya Sithijirawattanakul -- said the August 10 protest at Thammasat University outside Bangkok was "the right time" to ask for change, even though she risked arrest. FDA spokeswoman Emily Miller fired as spokesperson; to continue as 'appointee' Emily Miller, the spokesperson for US Food and Drug Administration, has been fired days after her appointment in the officer. The decision was taken by FDA Commissioner Stephen Hahn. US Republican Party Senator Rand Paul alleges he was 'attacked' near White House Hundreds of anti-Trump protesters had gathered outside the White House as Trump accepted the Republican Party`s nomination for the 2020 presidential election. At least 13 dead in China restaurant collapse At least 13 people died on Saturday when a restaurant in northern China collapsed, state media said, with rescuers pulling dozens of survivors from the rubble and searching for others believed to be trapped. Thousands take to streets to protest over dead dolphins in Mauritius Protestors held banners that showed dolphins covered in oil with slogan of 'all lives matter', and asked the government to resign. Kamala Harris 'not competent' to be US president, Ivanka better: Donald Trump Trump said he would support seeing a female president in the US but suggested that his daughter and senior White House advisor Ivanka Trump would be a better candidate for such a role. Bangladesh to restore internet in Rohingya refugee settlement Bangladesh had received flak for continuing to suspend internet services even amid coronavirus pandemic. Human Rights groups had warned that such move may give rise to unnecessary rumours. Afghan children and unemployed turn to opium for quick cash Afghanistan is one of the highest producer of opium as it produces nearly 80 per cent of the global supply and also provides thousands of jobs.

Top 10 world news today: Trump takes dig at Harris, Senator attacked near WH, and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/chinese-banks-looking-to-curtail-investments-in-cpec-due-to-instability-in-pakistan-323485">Chinese banks looking to curtail investments in CPEC due to instability in Pak</a>

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The financial institutions and banks of China are showing reluctance in investing in the China-Pakistan economic corridor (CPEC), the flagship component of China's massive BRI infrastructure project due to instable political climate in the Islamic republic.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tsar-bomba-russia-declassifies-the-footage-of-biggest-nuclear-weapon-of-all-time-323458">'Tsar Bomba': Russia declassifies the footage of biggest nuclear weapon of all time</a>

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"Tsar Bomba" was tested by the Soviet Union in 1961. The bomb was so powerful that people saw the flash from up to over 1000 KM away.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/exclusive-hezbollah-not-behind-beirut-explosion-we-are-people-standing-against-occupation-says-spokesperson-323460">Exclusive: Hezbollah not behind Beirut explosion, we are people standing against 'occupation', says Spokesperson</a>

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WION spoke with Ibrahim Al Moussawi, Lebanese MP and Hezbollah spokesperson on situation in West Asia and the organisation's role in it.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/vote-for-trump-to-stop-chinas-aggression-chinese-human-rights-activist-323425">Vote for Trump to stop China's ‘aggression’: Chinese Human Rights activist</a>

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The Communist Party of China is an "enemy" of humanity and is terrorising its own people, a blind Chinese human rights activist has said, urging other countries to join US President Donald Trump to stop China's "aggression".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-starts-investigating-alexei-navalnys-alleged-poisoning-323449">Russia starts investigating Alexei Navalny's alleged 'poisoning'</a>

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To put an end to the rumours and the controversies, Russia's Interior Ministry is launching an investigation into the hospitalisation of the opposition leader. As of now, the investigators have not found any drugs or any other potent substances from the hotel room.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tiktok-in-trouble-again-with-an-offensive-holocaust-trend-323437">TikTok in trouble again with an 'offensive' Holocaust trend</a>

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The participants of the trend are recording short videos telling their made-up stories of how they survived the Holocaust.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/extremely-dangerous-hurricane-laura-makes-landfall-in-louisiana-323367">'Extremely dangerous' Hurricane Laura makes landfall in Louisiana</a>

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Hurricane Laura made landfall early Thursday in southwestern Louisiana as one of the most powerful storms to hit the state, with forecasters warning it could push a massive wall of water 40 miles inland from the sea.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ireland-to-nominate-replacement-of-phil-hogan-for-eu-trade-chief-role-323468">Ireland to nominate replacement of Phil Hogan for EU trade chief role</a>

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The Irish government has been asked to propose names for replacement for the position of the EU trade commissioner after Phil Hogan resigned for breaching coronavirus guidelines.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mediterranean-war-games-must-stop-to-allow-talks-germany-323456">Mediterranean war games must stop to allow talks: Germany</a>

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Germany on Thursday called for an end to naval exercises in the eastern Mediterranean Sea to allow space for talks between Greece and Turkey, at odds over gas resources and maritime borders.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/lebanon-at-risk-of-disappearing-french-foreign-minister-warns-323433">Lebanon at 'risk of disappearing', French Foreign Minister warns</a>

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French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian on Thursday said that Lebanon is at "risk of disappearing". He urged emergency reforms under a new government.

Chinese banks looking to curtail investments in CPEC due to instability in Pak The financial institutions and banks of China are showing reluctance in investing in the China-Pakistan economic corridor (CPEC), the flagship component of China's massive BRI infrastructure project due to instable political climate in the Islamic republic.

Chinese banks looking to curtail investments in CPEC due to instability in Pak The financial institutions and banks of China are showing reluctance in investing in the China-Pakistan economic corridor (CPEC), the flagship component of China's massive BRI infrastructure project due to instable political climate in the Islamic republic. 'Tsar Bomba': Russia declassifies the footage of biggest nuclear weapon of all time "Tsar Bomba" was tested by the Soviet Union in 1961. The bomb was so powerful that people saw the flash from up to over 1000 KM away. Exclusive: Hezbollah not behind Beirut explosion, we are people standing against 'occupation', says Spokesperson WION spoke with Ibrahim Al Moussawi, Lebanese MP and Hezbollah spokesperson on situation in West Asia and the organisation's role in it. Vote for Trump to stop China's ‘aggression’: Chinese Human Rights activist The Communist Party of China is an "enemy" of humanity and is terrorising its own people, a blind Chinese human rights activist has said, urging other countries to join US President Donald Trump to stop China's "aggression". Russia starts investigating Alexei Navalny's alleged 'poisoning' To put an end to the rumours and the controversies, Russia's Interior Ministry is launching an investigation into the hospitalisation of the opposition leader. As of now, the investigators have not found any drugs or any other potent substances from the hotel room. TikTok in trouble again with an 'offensive' Holocaust trend The participants of the trend are recording short videos telling their made-up stories of how they survived the Holocaust. 'Extremely dangerous' Hurricane Laura makes landfall in Louisiana Hurricane Laura made landfall early Thursday in southwestern Louisiana as one of the most powerful storms to hit the state, with forecasters warning it could push a massive wall of water 40 miles inland from the sea. Ireland to nominate replacement of Phil Hogan for EU trade chief role The Irish government has been asked to propose names for replacement for the position of the EU trade commissioner after Phil Hogan resigned for breaching coronavirus guidelines. Mediterranean war games must stop to allow talks: Germany Germany on Thursday called for an end to naval exercises in the eastern Mediterranean Sea to allow space for talks between Greece and Turkey, at odds over gas resources and maritime borders. Lebanon at 'risk of disappearing', French Foreign Minister warns French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian on Thursday said that Lebanon is at "risk of disappearing". He urged emergency reforms under a new government.

Top 10 world news today: Kremlin investigates Navalny's poisoning, Chinese banks reluctant to invest in CPEC and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-strikes-hezbollah-posts-in-lebanon-after-firing-at-troops-military-says-323243" hreflang="en">Israel strikes Hezbollah posts in Lebanon after firing at troops, military says</a>

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The two sides last fought a deadly month-long war in 2006. Witnesses in south Lebanon said Israel had fired scores of flare munitions at border villages

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/smartphones-have-made-uk-one-of-the-laziest-countries-in-europe-323237" hreflang="en">Smartphones have made UK one of the laziest countries in Europe</a>

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The increase in the laziness is being considered as dangerous as the inactivity usually leads to deadly long-term diseases such as type-2 diabetes and cancer

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/moscow-hopes-agreement-on-igla-missile-new-delhi-to-manufacture-spare-parts-of-russian-equipment-323227" hreflang="en">Moscow hopes agreement on IGLA missile, New Delhi to manufacture spare parts of Russian equipment</a>

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India has signed an intergovernmental agreement with Russia to the manufacturing of spare parts of Russian equipment supplied to India

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-activist-warns-on-chinese-tech-ties-calls-china-a-threat-to-democracies-around-the-world-323217" hreflang="en">Hong Kong activist warns on Chinese tech ties, calls China a threat to democracies around the world</a>

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Law, a former legislator, left Hong Kong last month after China imposed a new national security law on the territory that has been heavily criticised by the West.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uighur-situation-us-uk-and-germany-corner-china-at-unsc-323216" hreflang="en">Uighur situation: US, UK and Germany corner China at UNSC</a>

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"Counter-terrorism measures must never serve as a pretext for human rights violations", Germany said at the meeting.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/umeda-tomb-archaeologists-excavate-over-1500-human-bones-in-osaka-323208" hreflang="en">'Umeda tomb': Archaeologists excavate over 1,500 human bones in Osaka</a>

The researchers came across 350 small graves as well as remains of animals like four piglets, horses, and cats during the excavation.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwanese-street-vendor-recognised-by-michelin-after-almost-20-years-323203" hreflang="en">Taiwanese street vendor recognised by Michelin after almost 20 years</a>

Wu Huang-yi has been selling these hot buns on the streets of Taiwan for more than 20 years now

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trumps-son-lashes-out-on-rival-joe-biden-calls-him-pushover-to-china-323196" hreflang="en">Donald Trump's son lashes out on rival Joe Biden, calls him 'pushover' to China</a>

“The same politician has been a total pushover for Communist China and someone who would be a giant relief for terrorists."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pompeo-addresses-rnc-for-trump-from-jerusalem-sparks-criticism-323199" hreflang="en">Pompeo addresses RNC for Trump from Jerusalem, sparks criticism</a>

Democratic Party says that Pompeo broke protocol by using his appointed office for partisan purposes.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japanese-pm-shinzo-abe-to-consult-doctors-before-facing-media-on-friday-323191" hreflang="en">Japanese PM Shinzo Abe to consult doctors before facing media on Friday</a>

Abe has been at the post of Prime Minister since 2012. This is his second term, as the first term was short-lived in 2007 due to his struggles with ulcerative colitis

Israel strikes Hezbollah posts in Lebanon after firing at troops, military says The two sides last fought a deadly month-long war in 2006. Witnesses in south Lebanon said Israel had fired scores of flare munitions at border villages Smartphones have made UK one of the laziest countries in Europe The increase in the laziness is being considered as dangerous as the inactivity usually leads to deadly long-term diseases such as type-2 diabetes and cancer Moscow hopes agreement on IGLA missile, New Delhi to manufacture spare parts of Russian equipment India has signed an intergovernmental agreement with Russia to the manufacturing of spare parts of Russian equipment supplied to India Hong Kong activist warns on Chinese tech ties, calls China a threat to democracies around the world Law, a former legislator, left Hong Kong last month after China imposed a new national security law on the territory that has been heavily criticised by the West.

Israel strikes Hezbollah posts in Lebanon after firing at troops, military says The two sides last fought a deadly month-long war in 2006. Witnesses in south Lebanon said Israel had fired scores of flare munitions at border villages Smartphones have made UK one of the laziest countries in Europe The increase in the laziness is being considered as dangerous as the inactivity usually leads to deadly long-term diseases such as type-2 diabetes and cancer Moscow hopes agreement on IGLA missile, New Delhi to manufacture spare parts of Russian equipment India has signed an intergovernmental agreement with Russia to the manufacturing of spare parts of Russian equipment supplied to India Hong Kong activist warns on Chinese tech ties, calls China a threat to democracies around the world Law, a former legislator, left Hong Kong last month after China imposed a new national security law on the territory that has been heavily criticised by the West. Uighur situation: US, UK and Germany corner China at UNSC "Counter-terrorism measures must never serve as a pretext for human rights violations", Germany said at the meeting. 'Umeda tomb': Archaeologists excavate over 1,500 human bones in Osaka The researchers came across 350 small graves as well as remains of animals like four piglets, horses, and cats during the excavation. Taiwanese street vendor recognised by Michelin after almost 20 years Wu Huang-yi has been selling these hot buns on the streets of Taiwan for more than 20 years now Donald Trump's son lashes out on rival Joe Biden, calls him 'pushover' to China “The same politician has been a total pushover for Communist China and someone who would be a giant relief for terrorists." Pompeo addresses RNC for Trump from Jerusalem, sparks criticism Democratic Party says that Pompeo broke protocol by using his appointed office for partisan purposes. Japanese PM Shinzo Abe to consult doctors before facing media on Friday Abe has been at the post of Prime Minister since 2012. This is his second term, as the first term was short-lived in 2007 due to his struggles with ulcerative colitis

Top 10 world news today: Israel attacks Hezbollah posts, Eric Trump's remarks, and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/astrazeneca-conducts-clinical-trials-of-covid-19-drug-323002" hreflang="en">AstraZeneca conducts clinical trials of COVID-19 drug</a>

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According to the pharma giant, the drug, known as AZD7442, is a combination of two antibodies and is being tested on 48 healthy people aged between 18 and 55.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-to-certify-africa-as-polio-free-323000" hreflang="en">WHO to certify Africa as 'polio-free'</a>

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It took a huge effort in tandem with traditional chiefs and religious leaders to convince populations that the vaccine was safe

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/second-wave-of-covid-19-re-infections-in-belgium-and-the-netherlands-make-experts-wary-322996" hreflang="en">Second wave of Covid-19? Re-infections in Belgium and the Netherlands make experts wary</a>

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Dutch broadcaster NOS reported that the re-infected patient in the Netherlands was an old person with a weakened immune system.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pandemic-pace-slows-worldwide-except-for-southeast-asia-eastern-mediterranean-who-322990" hreflang="en">Pandemic pace slows worldwide except for Southeast Asia, Eastern Mediterranean: WHO</a>

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More than 23.65 million people have been reported to be infected by the coronavirus globally and 811,895 have died, according to a Reuters tally on Tuesday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/worlds-largest-nudist-resort-becomes-covid-19-hotspot-after-hundreds-test-positive-322992" hreflang="en">World's largest 'nudist' resort becomes COVID-19 hotspot after hundreds test positive</a>

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Around 490 people were tested on the first day, out of which 95 people staying there and 95 people enroute home tested positive

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/that-thing-we-always-say-ignore-it-kfc-hit-pause-on-finger-lickin-good-slogan-amid-covid-19-322988" hreflang="en">'That thing we always say? Ignore it': KFC hit pause on 'Finger Lickin' Good' slogan amid COVID-19</a>

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KFC unveiled its new look through a YouTube video and said: "That thing we always say? Ignore it. For now."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/young-volunteers-unearth-1000-years-old-gold-coins-in-israel-322987" hreflang="en">Young volunteers unearth 1,000 years old gold coins in Israel</a>

The treasure consists of a stash of hundreds of gold coins that were buried deep in the ground by someone thousands of years ago

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-blocks-chinese-firms-bid-to-buy-major-dairy-firm-322972" hreflang="en">Australia blocks Chinese firm's bid to buy major dairy firm</a>

The $430 million sale of Lion Dairy and Drinks, currently owned by Japan's Kirin, to Mengniu Dairy had been awaiting regulatory approval since November, but the Chinese firm pulled out of the deal…

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/artificial-photosynthesis-device-that-converts-sunlight-co2-and-water-into-clean-fuel-322975" hreflang="en">Artificial Photosynthesis: Device that converts sunlight, CO2 and water into clean fuel</a>

This device is a major step towards achieving artificial photosynthesis, which is a process mimicking the ability of plants to convert sunlight into energy.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-hails-constructive-talks-with-visiting-iaea-chief-rafael-grossi-322966" hreflang="en">Iran hails 'constructive' talks with visiting IAEA chief Rafael Grossi</a>

The UN&nbsp;nuclear watchdog's chief Rafael Grossi arrived in the country on Monday&nbsp;as he seeked&nbsp;access for inspectors to two suspected former atomic sites after a months-long standoff between Tehran…

AstraZeneca conducts clinical trials of COVID-19 drug According to the pharma giant, the drug, known as AZD7442, is a combination of two antibodies and is being tested on 48 healthy people aged between 18 and 55.

AstraZeneca conducts clinical trials of COVID-19 drug According to the pharma giant, the drug, known as AZD7442, is a combination of two antibodies and is being tested on 48 healthy people aged between 18 and 55. WHO to certify Africa as 'polio-free' It took a huge effort in tandem with traditional chiefs and religious leaders to convince populations that the vaccine was safe Second wave of Covid-19? Re-infections in Belgium and the Netherlands make experts wary Dutch broadcaster NOS reported that the re-infected patient in the Netherlands was an old person with a weakened immune system. Pandemic pace slows worldwide except for Southeast Asia, Eastern Mediterranean: WHO More than 23.65 million people have been reported to be infected by the coronavirus globally and 811,895 have died, according to a Reuters tally on Tuesday. World's largest 'nudist' resort becomes COVID-19 hotspot after hundreds test positive Around 490 people were tested on the first day, out of which 95 people staying there and 95 people enroute home tested positive 'That thing we always say? Ignore it': KFC hit pause on 'Finger Lickin' Good' slogan amid COVID-19 KFC unveiled its new look through a YouTube video and said: "That thing we always say? Ignore it. For now." Young volunteers unearth 1,000 years old gold coins in Israel The treasure consists of a stash of hundreds of gold coins that were buried deep in the ground by someone thousands of years ago Australia blocks Chinese firm's bid to buy major dairy firm The $430 million sale of Lion Dairy and Drinks, currently owned by Japan's Kirin, to Mengniu Dairy had been awaiting regulatory approval since November, but the Chinese firm pulled out of the deal… Artificial Photosynthesis: Device that converts sunlight, CO2 and water into clean fuel This device is a major step towards achieving artificial photosynthesis, which is a process mimicking the ability of plants to convert sunlight into energy. Iran hails 'constructive' talks with visiting IAEA chief Rafael Grossi The UN nuclear watchdog's chief Rafael Grossi arrived in the country on Monday as he seeked access for inspectors to two suspected former atomic sites after a months-long standoff between Tehran…

Top 10 world news today: Second wave of COVID-19, polio-free Africa, and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mike-pompeo-kicks-off-middle-east-visit-hopeful-arab-nations-will-establish-ties-with-israel-322771" hreflang="en">Mike Pompeo kicks off Middle East visit, hopeful Arab nations will establish ties with Israel</a>

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This is Pompeo's first visit to the region post the historic August 13 peace agreement between Israel and UAE, &nbsp;brokered by the US.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mechanical-failures-londons-famous-tower-bridge-gets-stuck-open-322801" hreflang="en">'Mechanical failures': London's famous Tower Bridge gets stuck open</a>

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The famous bridge featuring a drawbridge type movable bridge lifts around 800 times in a year to let the vessels pass by.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/people-on-the-threshold-of-dying-were-saved-dr-dheeraj-kaul-on-c-plasma-treatment-322782" hreflang="en">People on the threshold of dying were saved: Dr Dheeraj Kaul on C- Plasma treatment</a>

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In an attempt to answer major questions surrounding convalescent plasma as a COVID-19 treatment, WION spoke to New York-based Dr Dheeraj Kaul

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/heavy-rain-floods-dominican-republic-and-haiti-affected-as-twin-storms-threaten-us-322770" hreflang="en">Heavy rain, floods: Dominican Republic and Haiti affected as twin storms threaten US</a>

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Two hurricanes are expected to slam into the US Gulf Coast in the coming days, forecasters said Sunday, as Tropical&nbsp;Storm&nbsp;Laura&nbsp;killed at least 12 people when it struck Haiti and the Dominican Republic.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-offers-movie-ticket-coupons-worth-14-million-to-boost-film-market-322776" hreflang="en">China offers movie ticket coupons worth $1.4 million to boost film market</a>

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Beijing is offering incentives worth $1.4 million to Chinese citizens to re-energize the Chinese Film Market, reports China Daily.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hundreds-fall-ill-in-china-after-consuming-contaminated-water-322758" hreflang="en">Hundreds fall ill in China after consuming contaminated water</a>

Baoyi's water supply has been shut down, and nearly 300 people have been hospitalised.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/protests-erupt-in-us-after-wisconsin-police-shoot-black-man-in-back-multiple-times-322757" hreflang="en">Protests erupt in US after Wisconsin Police shoot Black man in back multiple times</a>

The man, named as Jacob Blake by Wisconsin governor Tony Evers, was airlifted to Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee and was in serious condition, Kenosha police said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nightmares-flashbacks-fatigue-beirut-faces-mental-health-crisis-after-blast-322751" hreflang="en">Nightmares, flashbacks, fatigue: Beirut faces mental health crisis after blast&nbsp;</a>

"The other day, I was trying to open a jar and the popping sound made me jump back and scream. I felt for a second I needed to run away."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mining-company-rio-tinto-executives-lose-bonuses-over-destruction-of-ancient-caves-322781" hreflang="en">Mining company Rio Tinto executives lose bonuses over destruction of ancient caves</a>

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In May, Mining company Rio Tinto issued an apology after blowing up a 46,000-year-old sacred indigenous site with dynamites to expand Australia's iron ore mine.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/vietnamese-tech-firm-sues-tiktok-alleging-copyright-infringement-322744" hreflang="en">Vietnamese tech firm sues TikTok, alleging copyright infringement</a>

VNG is accusing the Chinese-owned company of using audio tracks owned by Zing, a VNG subsidiary, without the company`s consent, two sources familiar with the issue said.

Mike Pompeo kicks off Middle East visit, hopeful Arab nations will establish ties with Israel This is Pompeo's first visit to the region post the historic August 13 peace agreement between Israel and UAE, brokered by the US.

Mike Pompeo kicks off Middle East visit, hopeful Arab nations will establish ties with Israel This is Pompeo's first visit to the region post the historic August 13 peace agreement between Israel and UAE, brokered by the US. 'Mechanical failures': London's famous Tower Bridge gets stuck open The famous bridge featuring a drawbridge type movable bridge lifts around 800 times in a year to let the vessels pass by. People on the threshold of dying were saved: Dr Dheeraj Kaul on C- Plasma treatment In an attempt to answer major questions surrounding convalescent plasma as a COVID-19 treatment, WION spoke to New York-based Dr Dheeraj Kaul Heavy rain, floods: Dominican Republic and Haiti affected as twin storms threaten US Two hurricanes are expected to slam into the US Gulf Coast in the coming days, forecasters said Sunday, as Tropical Storm Laura killed at least 12 people when it struck Haiti and the Dominican Republic. China offers movie ticket coupons worth $1.4 million to boost film market Beijing is offering incentives worth $1.4 million to Chinese citizens to re-energize the Chinese Film Market, reports China Daily. Hundreds fall ill in China after consuming contaminated water Baoyi's water supply has been shut down, and nearly 300 people have been hospitalised. Protests erupt in US after Wisconsin Police shoot Black man in back multiple times The man, named as Jacob Blake by Wisconsin governor Tony Evers, was airlifted to Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee and was in serious condition, Kenosha police said. Nightmares, flashbacks, fatigue: Beirut faces mental health crisis after blast "The other day, I was trying to open a jar and the popping sound made me jump back and scream. I felt for a second I needed to run away." Mining company Rio Tinto executives lose bonuses over destruction of ancient caves In May, Mining company Rio Tinto issued an apology after blowing up a 46,000-year-old sacred indigenous site with dynamites to expand Australia's iron ore mine. Vietnamese tech firm sues TikTok, alleging copyright infringement VNG is accusing the Chinese-owned company of using audio tracks owned by Zing, a VNG subsidiary, without the company`s consent, two sources familiar with the issue said.

Top 10 world news today: Pompeo's visit to Israel, Wisconsin protests, and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-13-killed-in-stampede-as-club-goers-flee-at-sight-of-peru-police-322566" hreflang="en">At least 13 killed in stampede as club goers flee at sight of Peru police&nbsp;</a>

Peru ordered the closure of nightclubs and bars in March and banned extended family gatherings on August&nbsp;12 to fight what is Latin America's second highest COVID-19 infection rate.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-koreas-kim-jong-un-in-coma-a-former-south-korean-diplomat-claims-322584" hreflang="en">North Korea's Kim Jong Un in coma? A former South Korean diplomat claims!</a>

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He has claimed to have gotten the information from a source in China as per The Korea Herald.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eus-top-diplomat-warns-belarus-to-avoid-being-second-ukraine-322588" hreflang="en">EU's top diplomat warns Belarus to avoid being 'second Ukraine'</a>

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"The Belarusians' problem today isn't to choose between Russia and Europe, it's to obtain liberty and democracy," he added.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-zealand-mosque-shooter-arrives-in-christchurch-for-multi-day-sentencing-322579" hreflang="en">New Zealand mosque shooter arrives in Christchurch for multi-day sentencing</a>

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The massacre that took place last year, prompted a global campaign to stamp out online hate.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-says-black-boxes-from-downed-ukraine-jet-show-missiles-hit-25-seconds-apart-322575" hreflang="en">Iran says black boxes from downed Ukraine jet show missiles hit 25 seconds apart</a>

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Iranian and Ukrainian officials have also held talks on the compensation to families of the victims. Another round of talks is set for October.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mike-pompeo-to-visit-sudan-in-coming-days-sudanese-government-officials-322574" hreflang="en">Mike Pompeo to visit Sudan in coming days: Sudanese government officials</a>

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Sudan's transitional military-civilian ruling council and the government of technocrats have kept ending terrorism listing as its top priority.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/protests-erupt-in-portland-anti-racism-protesters-clash-with-police-forces-and-right-wing-groups-322571" hreflang="en">Protests erupt in Portland! Anti-racism protesters clash with police forces and right-wing groups</a>

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Police officers were hit by rocks and bottles during a protest in the Oregon city of Portland late on Saturday, police said, and there were clashes between rival groups of demonstrators in the city's downtown area earlier in the day.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/italian-government-not-considering-another-lockdown-despite-rise-in-cases-322554" hreflang="en">Italian government not considering another lockdown despite rise in cases</a>

According to Speranza, Italy has doubled the number of beds in intensive care units.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-plans-to-drop-facebook-tax-local-media-322548" hreflang="en">UK plans to drop 'Facebook tax': local media</a>

The tax is expected to raise about 500 million pounds ($654 million) a year for Britain's public finances

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-government-has-access-to-information-of-lab-origin-famous-virologist-claims-322547" hreflang="en">'Chinese government has access to information of lab origin': Famous virologist claims</a>

Jonathan Latham&nbsp;believes that WHO is reportedly not investigating a lab escape possibility, which is now the leading theory and this should be a source of embarrassment to the WHO

At least 13 killed in stampede as club goers flee at sight of Peru police Peru ordered the closure of nightclubs and bars in March and banned extended family gatherings on August 12 to fight what is Latin America's second highest COVID-19 infection rate.

At least 13 killed in stampede as club goers flee at sight of Peru police Peru ordered the closure of nightclubs and bars in March and banned extended family gatherings on August 12 to fight what is Latin America's second highest COVID-19 infection rate. North Korea's Kim Jong Un in coma? A former South Korean diplomat claims! He has claimed to have gotten the information from a source in China as per The Korea Herald. EU's top diplomat warns Belarus to avoid being 'second Ukraine' "The Belarusians' problem today isn't to choose between Russia and Europe, it's to obtain liberty and democracy," he added. New Zealand mosque shooter arrives in Christchurch for multi-day sentencing The massacre that took place last year, prompted a global campaign to stamp out online hate. Iran says black boxes from downed Ukraine jet show missiles hit 25 seconds apart Iranian and Ukrainian officials have also held talks on the compensation to families of the victims. Another round of talks is set for October. Mike Pompeo to visit Sudan in coming days: Sudanese government officials Sudan's transitional military-civilian ruling council and the government of technocrats have kept ending terrorism listing as its top priority. Protests erupt in Portland! Anti-racism protesters clash with police forces and right-wing groups Police officers were hit by rocks and bottles during a protest in the Oregon city of Portland late on Saturday, police said, and there were clashes between rival groups of demonstrators in the city's downtown area earlier in the day. Italian government not considering another lockdown despite rise in cases According to Speranza, Italy has doubled the number of beds in intensive care units. UK plans to drop 'Facebook tax': local media The tax is expected to raise about 500 million pounds ($654 million) a year for Britain's public finances 'Chinese government has access to information of lab origin': Famous virologist claims Jonathan Latham believes that WHO is reportedly not investigating a lab escape possibility, which is now the leading theory and this should be a source of embarrassment to the WHO

Top 10 world news today: Stampede in Peru, Portland protests, and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kremlin-critic-alexei-navalny-airlifted-to-germany-condition-stable-after-landing-322296">Kremlin critic Navalny airlifted to Germany; condition stable after landing</a>

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An ambulance aircraft carrying gravely ill Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny landed at Berlin's Tegel airport on Saturday after he was evacuated from the Siberian city of Omsk and brought to Germany for treatment&nbsp;of a suspected poisoning. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kremlin-critic-alexei-navalny-airlifted-to-germany-condition-stable-after-landing-322296">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pak-targets-hafiz-saeed-masood-azhar-dawood-ibrahim-increases-curbs-on-terror-groups-to-avoid-fatf-blacklist-322394" hreflang="en">Pak targets Hafiz Saeed, Masood Azhar &amp; Dawood Ibrahim to avoid FATF blacklist</a>

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Seeking to wriggle out of the FATF's grey list, Pakistan has imposed tough financial sanctions on 88 banned terror groups and their leaders, including Hafiz Saeed, Masood Azhar and Dawood Ibrahim, by ordering the seizure of all of their properties and freezing of bank accounts, a media report said on Saturday. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pak-targets-hafiz-saeed-masood-azhar-dawood-ibrahim-increases-curbs-on-terror-groups-to-avoid-fatf-blacklist-322394">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/just-weeks-after-explosion-lebanon-in-lockdown-as-virus-cases-surge-322400">Just weeks after explosion, Lebanon in lockdown as virus cases surge</a>

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Barely weeks after the massive explosion in a warehouse, Lebanon began its two-week lockdown with the number of coronavirus cases increasing in the country. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/just-weeks-after-explosion-lebanon-in-lockdown-as-virus-cases-surge-322400">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/belarus-crisis-lukashenko-orders-army-to-defend-territorial-integrity-322395">Belarus crisis: Lukashenko orders army to defend 'territorial integrity'</a>

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Belarusian strongman Alexander Lukashenko on Saturday ordered his defence minister to take "stringent measures" to defend the country's territorial integrity after mass protests erupted against his claim to election victory. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/belarus-crisis-lukashenko-orders-army-to-defend-territorial-integrity-322395">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-19-germany-france-face-new-surge-as-europe-grapples-with-virus-322410">COVID-19: Germany, France face new surge as Europe grapples with virus</a>

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Germany, France, Spain and Italy witnessed a new wave of coronavirus as Spanish capital Madrid asked residents to stay home as it recorded 8,000 cases in 24 hours. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-19-germany-france-face-new-surge-as-europe-grapples-with-virus-322410">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iaea-chief-grossito-to-make-first-visit-to-iran-on-august-24-322398" hreflang="en">IAEA chief Grossito to make first visit to Iran on August 24</a>

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The UN&nbsp;nuclear watchdog's chief Rafael Grossi will make his first trip to Tehran in that role on Monday to pressure Iran to grant inspectors access to two suspected former atomic sites after a months-long standoff, he said on Saturday. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iaea-chief-grossito-to-make-first-visit-to-iran-on-august-24-322398">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/apple-says-fortnite-maker-wanted-side-letter-to-create-own-game-store-322405" hreflang="en">Apple says 'Fortnite' maker wanted 'side letter' to create own game store</a>

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Apple Inc&nbsp;on Friday alleged that Epic Games'&nbsp;chief executive had asked it for a "side letter" to create its own game store within the iPhone maker's App Store, which Apple said would have upended the store`s commission-based business model. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/apple-says-fortnite-maker-wanted-side-letter-to-create-own-game-store-322405">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-postmaster-promises-timely-election-mail-dramatic-changes-after-322341" hreflang="en">US postmaster promises timely election mail, 'dramatic' changes after</a>

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US Postmaster Louis DeJoy on Friday told lawmakers the Postal Service would deliver ballots "securely and on time" in the November presidential election, but indicated he would pursue dramatic operational changes after that date. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-postmaster-promises-timely-election-mail-dramatic-changes-after-322341">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/smell-loss-from-covid-19-differs-from-common-cold-study-322411" hreflang="en">Smell loss from COVID-19 differs from common cold: Study</a>

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The study published in the journal Rhinology is the first to compare how people with COVID-19 smell and taste disorders differ from those with other causes of upper respiratory tract infections. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/smell-loss-from-covid-19-differs-from-common-cold-study-322411">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coup-supporters-celebrate-presidents-downfall-in-malis-capital-322339" hreflang="en">Coup supporters celebrate president's downfall in Mali's capital</a>

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Thousands marched and celebrated in the streets of Mali's capital to celebrate the overthrow of President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita on Friday as the West African nation's political opposition backed the military's junta plan. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coup-supporters-celebrate-presidents-downfall-in-malis-capital-322339">Read more</a>

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Kremlin critic Navalny airlifted to Germany; condition stable after landing An ambulance aircraft carrying gravely ill Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny landed at Berlin's Tegel airport on Saturday after he was evacuated from the Siberian city of Omsk and brought to Germany for treatment of a suspected poisoning.

Kremlin critic Navalny airlifted to Germany; condition stable after landing An ambulance aircraft carrying gravely ill Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny landed at Berlin's Tegel airport on Saturday after he was evacuated from the Siberian city of Omsk and brought to Germany for treatment of a suspected poisoning. Read more Pak targets Hafiz Saeed, Masood Azhar & Dawood Ibrahim to avoid FATF blacklist Seeking to wriggle out of the FATF's grey list, Pakistan has imposed tough financial sanctions on 88 banned terror groups and their leaders, including Hafiz Saeed, Masood Azhar and Dawood Ibrahim, by ordering the seizure of all of their properties and freezing of bank accounts, a media report said on Saturday. Read more Just weeks after explosion, Lebanon in lockdown as virus cases surge Barely weeks after the massive explosion in a warehouse, Lebanon began its two-week lockdown with the number of coronavirus cases increasing in the country. Read more Belarus crisis: Lukashenko orders army to defend 'territorial integrity' Belarusian strongman Alexander Lukashenko on Saturday ordered his defence minister to take "stringent measures" to defend the country's territorial integrity after mass protests erupted against his claim to election victory. Read more COVID-19: Germany, France face new surge as Europe grapples with virus Germany, France, Spain and Italy witnessed a new wave of coronavirus as Spanish capital Madrid asked residents to stay home as it recorded 8,000 cases in 24 hours. Read more IAEA chief Grossito to make first visit to Iran on August 24 The UN nuclear watchdog's chief Rafael Grossi will make his first trip to Tehran in that role on Monday to pressure Iran to grant inspectors access to two suspected former atomic sites after a months-long standoff, he said on Saturday. Read more Apple says 'Fortnite' maker wanted 'side letter' to create own game store Apple Inc on Friday alleged that Epic Games' chief executive had asked it for a "side letter" to create its own game store within the iPhone maker's App Store, which Apple said would have upended the store`s commission-based business model. Read more US postmaster promises timely election mail, 'dramatic' changes after US Postmaster Louis DeJoy on Friday told lawmakers the Postal Service would deliver ballots "securely and on time" in the November presidential election, but indicated he would pursue dramatic operational changes after that date. Read more Smell loss from COVID-19 differs from common cold: Study The study published in the journal Rhinology is the first to compare how people with COVID-19 smell and taste disorders differ from those with other causes of upper respiratory tract infections. Read more Coup supporters celebrate president's downfall in Mali's capital Thousands marched and celebrated in the streets of Mali's capital to celebrate the overthrow of President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita on Friday as the West African nation's political opposition backed the military's junta plan. Read more

Top 10 world news today: Navalny 'stable' in Berlin hospital, Pak targets Hafiz Saeed, Dawood to avoid FATF blacklist & more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/traces-of-industrial-chemical-substances-found-on-navalnys-clothes-and-fingers-head-doctor-at-omsk-hospital-322181">Traces of industrial chemical substances found on Navalny's clothes and fingers: Head doctor at Omsk hospital</a>

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Russian Opposition leader Alexei Navalny who is fighting for his life after being allegedly poisoned had been diagnosed with a metabolic disease caused by low blood sugar, Reuters reported.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/traces-of-industrial-chemical-substances-found-on-navalnys-clothes-and-fingers-head-doctor-at-omsk-hospital-322181">Russia urges dialogue between Belarusian authorities and citizens to resolve crisis</a>

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President Vladimir Putin and the Russian Security Council agreed at a meeting on Friday that the Belarusian authorities and its people should enter into dialogue to resolve the political crisis.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-china-sea-philippines-protests-against-chinas-illicit-warnings-322180">South China Sea: Philippines protests against China's 'illicit' warnings</a>

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The Philippines has lodged a diplomatic protest over what it said was China's ''illegal'' confiscation of fish aggregating devices from Filipino fisherman in a disputed lagoon held by Beijing in the South China Sea.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/now-turkey-to-convert-another-former-istanbul-church-into-mosque-322160">Now, Turkey to convert another former Istanbul church into mosque</a>

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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Friday ordered another ancient Orthodox church that became a mosque and then a popular Istanbul museum to be turned back into a place of Muslim worship.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-study-says-contact-tracing-apps-may-be-ineffective-to-control-coronavirus-spread-322188">New study says contact tracing apps may be ineffective to control coronavirus spread</a>

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Apps that are used for contact tracing in the wake of novel coronavirus are not likely to contain the virus's spread without following measures that include social distancing and closure of indoor spaces, according to a review of studies.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/k-pop-band-bts-breaks-youtube-record-with-10-million-views-in-20-minutes-322220">K-pop band BTS breaks YouTube record with 10 million views in 20 minutes</a>

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BTS has done it again. The Korean pop band broke YouTube record with their new song ‘Dynamite’ as they recorded a smashing 10 million views in just 20 minutes of the music video release.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/manchester-united-captain-harry-maguire-arrested-after-altercation-at-mykonos-bar-322168">Manchester United captain Harry Maguire arrested after altercation at Mykonos bar</a>

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Manchester United captain Harry Maguire, who is also the costliest defender on the basis of transfer fees paid (£85million), has been arrested at the Green island of Mykonos for having a row with other tourists outside a bar.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/manchester-united-captain-harry-maguire-arrested-after-altercation-at-mykonos-bar-322168">Human consumption to Earth's resources fall in 2020</a> 
 
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Amid the coronavirus pandemic, a new report has claimed that the human consumption of earth's resources witnessed a fall in 2020.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/13-year-old-boy-with-stutter-wins-heart-after-speech-at-democratic-convention-joe-biden-322174">13-year-old boy with stutter wins heart after speech at Democratic Convention</a>

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On the day of Joe Biden receiving a nomination at Democratic Convention, a 13-year-old was undoubtedly the star of the night after he made an emotional two-minute speech in which he talked about Biden's advice that helped him to work on his problem of stuttering.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/singing-is-no-more-of-a-covid-19-risk-than-talking-but-volume-matters-study-322170">Singing is no more of a COVID-19 risk than talking but volume matters: Study</a>

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Singing is no more risky than speaking when it comes to the possibility of spreading the new coronavirus, British scientists said on Thursday, adding that volume is the most important risk factor. 
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Traces of industrial chemical substances found on Navalny's clothes and fingers: Head doctor at Omsk hospital Russian Opposition leader Alexei Navalny who is fighting for his life after being allegedly poisoned had been diagnosed with a metabolic disease caused by low blood sugar, Reuters reported.

Traces of industrial chemical substances found on Navalny's clothes and fingers: Head doctor at Omsk hospital Russian Opposition leader Alexei Navalny who is fighting for his life after being allegedly poisoned had been diagnosed with a metabolic disease caused by low blood sugar, Reuters reported. Russia urges dialogue between Belarusian authorities and citizens to resolve crisis President Vladimir Putin and the Russian Security Council agreed at a meeting on Friday that the Belarusian authorities and its people should enter into dialogue to resolve the political crisis. South China Sea: Philippines protests against China's 'illicit' warnings The Philippines has lodged a diplomatic protest over what it said was China's ''illegal'' confiscation of fish aggregating devices from Filipino fisherman in a disputed lagoon held by Beijing in the South China Sea. Now, Turkey to convert another former Istanbul church into mosque Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Friday ordered another ancient Orthodox church that became a mosque and then a popular Istanbul museum to be turned back into a place of Muslim worship. New study says contact tracing apps may be ineffective to control coronavirus spread Apps that are used for contact tracing in the wake of novel coronavirus are not likely to contain the virus's spread without following measures that include social distancing and closure of indoor spaces, according to a review of studies. K-pop band BTS breaks YouTube record with 10 million views in 20 minutes BTS has done it again. The Korean pop band broke YouTube record with their new song ‘Dynamite’ as they recorded a smashing 10 million views in just 20 minutes of the music video release. Manchester United captain Harry Maguire arrested after altercation at Mykonos bar Manchester United captain Harry Maguire, who is also the costliest defender on the basis of transfer fees paid (£85million), has been arrested at the Green island of Mykonos for having a row with other tourists outside a bar. Human consumption to Earth's resources fall in 2020 Amid the coronavirus pandemic, a new report has claimed that the human consumption of earth's resources witnessed a fall in 2020. 13-year-old boy with stutter wins heart after speech at Democratic Convention On the day of Joe Biden receiving a nomination at Democratic Convention, a 13-year-old was undoubtedly the star of the night after he made an emotional two-minute speech in which he talked about Biden's advice that helped him to work on his problem of stuttering. Singing is no more of a COVID-19 risk than talking but volume matters: Study Singing is no more risky than speaking when it comes to the possibility of spreading the new coronavirus, British scientists said on Thursday, adding that volume is the most important risk factor.

Top 10 world news: Navalny's poisoning, Russia on Belarus crisis, and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/wish-navalny-speedy-recovery-says-kremlin-after-putin-critic-slips-into-coma-321951" hreflang="en">Wish Navalny speedy recovery, says Kremlin after Putin critic slips into coma</a>

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Navalny, 44, who was a fierce critic of Putin fainted on a flight which had to make an emergency landing and was taken to hospital.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-calls-arrested-hong-kong-media-mogul-jimmy-lai-brave-man-321946" hreflang="en">Trump calls arrested Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai 'brave man'</a>

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The 71-year-old was cheered by staff and handed a bouquet as he returned to the newsroom two days later following a late-night release on bail after 40 hours in custody.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/dont-buy-goodyear-tyres-says-trump-after-company-bans-maga-caps-321947" hreflang="en">'Don't buy Goodyear tyres,' says Trump after company bans MAGA caps</a>

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Trump said it was 'disgraceful'&nbsp;that Goodyear stops its staff from wearing attire in favour of 'Blue Lives Matter' movement that backs law enforcement, but allows support to the causes that are 'Marxist'&nbsp;in nature&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/they-would-like-to-buy-f-35s-after-peace-accord-with-israel-trump-puts-fighter-jets-under-review-for-uae-321934" hreflang="en">'They would like to buy F-35s': After peace accord with Israel, Trump puts fighter jets 'under review' for UAE</a>

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had said that he would oppose F-35 sale to the UAE.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/barack-obamas-rare-rebuke-raises-donald-trumps-hackles-321917" hreflang="en">Barack Obama's rare rebuke raises Donald Trump's hackles</a>

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Trump went live with his tweeting as Obama and Indian-origin Senator Kamala Harris delivered their speeches at the 2020 Democratic National Convention on Wednesday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/the-curious-case-of-russian-kremlin-critics-who-were-allegedly-poisoned-321943" hreflang="en">The curious case of Russian Kremlin critics who were allegedly poisoned</a>

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Here are some details about previous incidents in which opponents of the&nbsp;Kremlin&nbsp;have&nbsp;been victims of poisoning or suspected poisoning, or&nbsp;have&nbsp;cried foul after suddenly falling ill.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kamala-harris-the-momala-of-her-blended-american-family-321912" hreflang="en">Kamala Harris, the 'Momala' of her blended American family</a>

Known as "Momala" to her two step-children, the 55-year-old US senator and daughter of immigrants has embraced her status as the first woman of color on a major party ticket, and outlined a future…

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/united-nations-in-racism-row-after-survey-lists-yellow-as-an-option-for-staff-321902" hreflang="en">United Nations in racism row after survey lists 'yellow' as an option for staff</a>

The 'UN Survey on Racism' was sent to thousands of staff on Wednesday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-united-states-to-hold-trade-talks-in-the-coming-days-321895" hreflang="en">China, United States to hold trade talks 'in the coming days'</a>

The Chinese commerce ministry's Thursday announcement followed Tuesday's remarks by White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows that no new high-level trade talks were scheduled, though both sides…

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-announces-locally-made-ballistic-and-cruise-missiles-amid-us-tensions-321887" hreflang="en">Iran announces locally made ballistic and cruise missiles, amid US tensions</a>

Tensions have been high between Tehran and Washington since 2018, when President Donald Trump pulled out the United States from the deal and reimposed crippling sanctions on Iran.

Wish Navalny speedy recovery, says Kremlin after Putin critic slips into coma Navalny, 44, who was a fierce critic of Putin fainted on a flight which had to make an emergency landing and was taken to hospital.

Wish Navalny speedy recovery, says Kremlin after Putin critic slips into coma Navalny, 44, who was a fierce critic of Putin fainted on a flight which had to make an emergency landing and was taken to hospital. Trump calls arrested Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai 'brave man' The 71-year-old was cheered by staff and handed a bouquet as he returned to the newsroom two days later following a late-night release on bail after 40 hours in custody. 'Don't buy Goodyear tyres,' says Trump after company bans MAGA caps Trump said it was 'disgraceful' that Goodyear stops its staff from wearing attire in favour of 'Blue Lives Matter' movement that backs law enforcement, but allows support to the causes that are 'Marxist' in nature 'They would like to buy F-35s': After peace accord with Israel, Trump puts fighter jets 'under review' for UAE Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had said that he would oppose F-35 sale to the UAE. Barack Obama's rare rebuke raises Donald Trump's hackles Trump went live with his tweeting as Obama and Indian-origin Senator Kamala Harris delivered their speeches at the 2020 Democratic National Convention on Wednesday. The curious case of Russian Kremlin critics who were allegedly poisoned Here are some details about previous incidents in which opponents of the Kremlin have been victims of poisoning or suspected poisoning, or have cried foul after suddenly falling ill. Kamala Harris, the 'Momala' of her blended American family Known as "Momala" to her two step-children, the 55-year-old US senator and daughter of immigrants has embraced her status as the first woman of color on a major party ticket, and outlined a future… United Nations in racism row after survey lists 'yellow' as an option for staff The 'UN Survey on Racism' was sent to thousands of staff on Wednesday. China, United States to hold trade talks 'in the coming days' The Chinese commerce ministry's Thursday announcement followed Tuesday's remarks by White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows that no new high-level trade talks were scheduled, though both sides… Iran announces locally made ballistic and cruise missiles, amid US tensions Tensions have been high between Tehran and Washington since 2018, when President Donald Trump pulled out the United States from the deal and reimposed crippling sanctions on Iran.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/european-union-calls-for-resolute-and-concerted-action-in-belarus-to-end-crisis-321673" hreflang="en">EU calls for 'resolute and concerted' action in Belarus to end crisis</a>

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European Union leaders held an emergency video summit on Wednesday to discuss the crisis in Belarus.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/norway-expels-russian-diplomat-over-suspected-espionage-321684">Norway expels Russian diplomat over suspected espionage</a>

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The authorities didn't provide any information about the man while informing that he was suspected of "harming vital national interests".

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The&nbsp;Democratic&nbsp;Party presented a parade of passionate speakers&nbsp;making the case for electing Joe Biden president of the United States,&nbsp;a virtual&nbsp;convention&nbsp;to formally nominate him as the party's nominee to face President Donald Trump in November.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/lukashenko-orders-interior-ministry-to-end-unrest-in-minsk-sanctions-more-border-protection-321709" hreflang="en">Lukashenko orders interior ministry to end unrest in Minsk, sanctions more border protection</a>

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Protests across the country erupted after he won the presidential election, which the opponents believe is rigged.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-us-to-double-number-of-flights-us-transportation-department-321697" hreflang="en">China, US to double number of flights, says&nbsp;US Transportation Department</a>

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The world’s two biggest economies had stopped flights and then slowly restarted operation due to the coronavirus pandemic

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japanese-carriers-officers-arrested-in-mauritius-amid-oil-spillage-321683" hreflang="en">Japanese carrier&nbsp;officers arrested in Mauritius amid oil spill</a>

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The Japanese company issued a statement on Wednesday after two people were arrested overnight in Mauritius

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pope-calls-for-social-justice-and-vaccines-for-all-321710" hreflang="en">Pope calls for social justice and vaccines for all</a>

"It would be sad if this vaccine were to become the property of this nation or another, rather than universal and for all."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/lebanons-top-sunni-cleric-urges-international-investigation-into-blast-321676" hreflang="en">Lebanon's top Sunni cleric urges international investigation into blast</a>

At least 179 people were killed and 300,000 left effectively homeless when massive amounts of highly explosive material stored unsafely for years detonated early this month

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/amid-food-shortage-north-koreas-kim-jong-un-orders-citizens-to-give-up-dogs-for-meat-321671" hreflang="en">Amid food shortage, North Korea's Kim Jong Un orders citizens to give up dogs for meat</a>

The North Korean dictator has even ordered a ban on petting dogs as he thinks it is a symbol of "western decadence."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mali-soldiers-promise-elections-after-coup-condemned-abroad-321668" hreflang="en">Mali soldiers promise elections after coup condemned abroad</a>

President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita resigned and dissolved parliament late on Tuesday hours after the mutineers detained him at gunpoint

EU calls for 'resolute and concerted' action in Belarus to end crisis European Union leaders held an emergency video summit on Wednesday to discuss the crisis in Belarus.

EU calls for 'resolute and concerted' action in Belarus to end crisis European Union leaders held an emergency video summit on Wednesday to discuss the crisis in Belarus. Norway expels Russian diplomat over suspected espionage The authorities didn't provide any information about the man while informing that he was suspected of "harming vital national interests". In pics: Michelle Obama to Sanders - Top speakers at US Democratic Convention The Democratic Party presented a parade of passionate speakers making the case for electing Joe Biden president of the United States, a virtual convention to formally nominate him as the party's nominee to face President Donald Trump in November. Lukashenko orders interior ministry to end unrest in Minsk, sanctions more border protection Protests across the country erupted after he won the presidential election, which the opponents believe is rigged. China, US to double number of flights, says US Transportation Department The world’s two biggest economies had stopped flights and then slowly restarted operation due to the coronavirus pandemic Japanese carrier officers arrested in Mauritius amid oil spill The Japanese company issued a statement on Wednesday after two people were arrested overnight in Mauritius Pope calls for social justice and vaccines for all "It would be sad if this vaccine were to become the property of this nation or another, rather than universal and for all." Lebanon's top Sunni cleric urges international investigation into blast At least 179 people were killed and 300,000 left effectively homeless when massive amounts of highly explosive material stored unsafely for years detonated early this month Amid food shortage, North Korea's Kim Jong Un orders citizens to give up dogs for meat The North Korean dictator has even ordered a ban on petting dogs as he thinks it is a symbol of "western decadence." Mali soldiers promise elections after coup condemned abroad President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita resigned and dissolved parliament late on Tuesday hours after the mutineers detained him at gunpoint

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-symbolic-first-israeli-fighter-pilots-train-in-germany-321506" hreflang="en">In symbolic first, Israeli fighter pilots train in Germany</a>

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The exercises are the highlight of two weeks of manoeuvres that will see Israeli air forces train on German soil for the first time.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-to-manufacture-coronavirus-vaccine-and-inoculate-people-for-free-says-pm-morrison-321505" hreflang="en">Australia to manufacture coronavirus vaccine and inoculate people for free, says PM Morrison</a>

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Morrison had claimed that the country had made a deal with AstraZeneca, a Swedish-British pharmaceutical company which is developing a coronavirus vaccine with Oxford University

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-on-flood-alert-as-yangtze-river-overflows-321504" hreflang="en">China on flood alert as Yangtze river overflows</a>

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Reports say at least 36,000 people have been forced to evacuate from China's Yaan city amid the flooding.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-unveils-new-weapons-system-sky-thunder-amid-tensions-with-taiwan-report-321456">China unveils new weapons system 'Sky Thunder' amid Taiwan row: Report</a>

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The announcement comes after heightened tensions with Taiwan and the US over Hong Kong, the South China Sea dispute and the coronavirus pandemic.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/brazil-approves-human-trials-for-potential-johnson-johnson-covid-19-vaccine-321514" hreflang="en">Brazil approves human trials for potential Johnson &amp; Johnson COVID-19 vaccine</a>

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Brazil is the second-worst hit country for coronavirus cases and deaths after the United States, leading many vaccine developers to seek out clinical trials here

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/obama-biden-administration-most-corrupt-in-history-trump-attacks-michelle-obama-321517" hreflang="en">Obama-Biden administration most corrupt in history, Trump attacks Michelle Obama</a>

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Trump has reacted to these remarks by attacking his predecessor Barack Obama and current rival Joe Biden, who also served as vice president for two terms under Obama's leadership.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/england-axes-health-agency-criticised-for-covid-19-response-321502" hreflang="en">England axes health agency criticised for COVID-19 response</a>

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Public Health England, a cornerstone of the state-run health system with responsibility for managing infectious disease outbreaks

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/malian-ministers-high-ranking-officers-detained-in-apparent-mutiny-321497" hreflang="en">Malian ministers, high-ranking officers detained in apparent mutiny</a>

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According to witnesses, intense gunfire was heard from the Kati military base outside Bamako, where mutiny has purportedly taken place

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/vaccine-nationalism-must-end-to-ensure-global-inoculation-who-321496" hreflang="en">'Vaccine nationalism' must end to ensure global inoculation: WHO</a>

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WHO&nbsp;also called for countries to ensure a global supply of potential vaccines

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/assassination-of-lebanons-rafik-hariri-a-political-act-syria-hezbollah-not-involved-icj-321459" hreflang="en">Assassination of Lebanon's Rafik Hariri a political act, Syria &amp; Hezbollah not involved: ICJ</a>

The former Lebanon premier Hariri was murdered in 2005.

In symbolic first, Israeli fighter pilots train in Germany The exercises are the highlight of two weeks of manoeuvres that will see Israeli air forces train on German soil for the first time.

In symbolic first, Israeli fighter pilots train in Germany The exercises are the highlight of two weeks of manoeuvres that will see Israeli air forces train on German soil for the first time. Australia to manufacture coronavirus vaccine and inoculate people for free, says PM Morrison Morrison had claimed that the country had made a deal with AstraZeneca, a Swedish-British pharmaceutical company which is developing a coronavirus vaccine with Oxford University China on flood alert as Yangtze river overflows Reports say at least 36,000 people have been forced to evacuate from China's Yaan city amid the flooding. China unveils new weapons system 'Sky Thunder' amid Taiwan row: Report The announcement comes after heightened tensions with Taiwan and the US over Hong Kong, the South China Sea dispute and the coronavirus pandemic. Brazil approves human trials for potential Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine Brazil is the second-worst hit country for coronavirus cases and deaths after the United States, leading many vaccine developers to seek out clinical trials here Obama-Biden administration most corrupt in history, Trump attacks Michelle Obama Trump has reacted to these remarks by attacking his predecessor Barack Obama and current rival Joe Biden, who also served as vice president for two terms under Obama's leadership. England axes health agency criticised for COVID-19 response Public Health England, a cornerstone of the state-run health system with responsibility for managing infectious disease outbreaks Malian ministers, high-ranking officers detained in apparent mutiny According to witnesses, intense gunfire was heard from the Kati military base outside Bamako, where mutiny has purportedly taken place 'Vaccine nationalism' must end to ensure global inoculation: WHO WHO also called for countries to ensure a global supply of potential vaccines Assassination of Lebanon's Rafik Hariri a political act, Syria & Hezbollah not involved: ICJ The former Lebanon premier Hariri was murdered in 2005.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-administration-steps-up-sanctions-against-chinas-huawei-blacklists-38-affiliates-321272" hreflang="en">Trump administration steps up sanctions against China's Huawei, blacklists 38 'affiliates'</a>

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Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross said,'Huawei and its affiliates have worked through third parties to harness US technology'.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/californias-death-valley-records-worlds-highest-temperature-amid-raging-fires-321260" hreflang="en">California's Death Valley records world's highest temperature amid raging fires</a>

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The thermometer in Furnace Creek recorded a reading of 54.4 degree Celsius

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/use-of-marijuana-during-pregnancy-could-risk-autism-in-babies-study-321238" hreflang="en">Use of Marijuana during pregnancy could risk autism in babies: Study</a>

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"These are not reassuring findings. We highly discourage use of cannabis during pregnancy and breastfeeding," she said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/post-blast-lebanon-says-hospitals-nearly-at-covid-19-capacity-321222" hreflang="en">Post-blast Lebanon says hospitals nearly at COVID-19 capacity</a>

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Lebanon has seen a spike in coronavirus-related cases and deaths in recent weeks

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bee-populations-are-declining-drastically-find-out-how-this-phenomenon-can-wreak-havoc-globally-321218" hreflang="en">Bee populations are declining drastically: Find out how this phenomenon can wreak havoc globally</a>

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What sounds like a passing issue right now could trigger a food crisis across the globe.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-sends-experts-to-help-mauritian-government-with-wreck-321195" hreflang="en">France sends experts to help Mauritian government with wreck</a>

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France has already extended its help by sending its military planes, ships and equipment to help and contain oil spills from reaching the French island of La Reunion southwest of Mauritius.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/a-record-number-of-aid-workers-were-murdered-in-2019-across-the-globe-321193" hreflang="en">A record number of aid workers were murdered in 2019 across the globe</a>

At least 483 workers were killed, abducted, or wounded in 2019, marking the highest number since 1997, when the organisation started recording numbers

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/huawei-cfo-to-push-for-release-of-classified-documents-in-canadian-court-321182" hreflang="en">Huawei CFO to push for release of classified documents in Canadian court</a>

Meng, 48, was arrested in December 2018 at Vancouver International Airport on a U.S. warrant charging her with bank fraud for allegedly misleading HSBC about Huawei's business dealings in Iran

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-pm-leaves-hospital-after-check-up-amid-health-concerns-321181" hreflang="en">Japan PM leaves hospital after check-up amid health concerns</a>

Abe,&nbsp;Japan's longest-serving prime minister, left hospital after the examination

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-supports-expanding-sanctions-against-belarus-ahead-of-eu-summit-321180" hreflang="en">Germany supports 'expanding' sanctions against Belarus ahead of EU summit</a>

EU ministers had recently made a list of targets in Belarus to impose sanctions on them

Trump administration steps up sanctions against China's Huawei, blacklists 38 'affiliates' Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross said,'Huawei and its affiliates have worked through third parties to harness US technology'.

Trump administration steps up sanctions against China's Huawei, blacklists 38 'affiliates' Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross said,'Huawei and its affiliates have worked through third parties to harness US technology'. California's Death Valley records world's highest temperature amid raging fires The thermometer in Furnace Creek recorded a reading of 54.4 degree Celsius Use of Marijuana during pregnancy could risk autism in babies: Study "These are not reassuring findings. We highly discourage use of cannabis during pregnancy and breastfeeding," she said. Post-blast Lebanon says hospitals nearly at COVID-19 capacity Lebanon has seen a spike in coronavirus-related cases and deaths in recent weeks Bee populations are declining drastically: Find out how this phenomenon can wreak havoc globally What sounds like a passing issue right now could trigger a food crisis across the globe. France sends experts to help Mauritian government with wreck France has already extended its help by sending its military planes, ships and equipment to help and contain oil spills from reaching the French island of La Reunion southwest of Mauritius. A record number of aid workers were murdered in 2019 across the globe At least 483 workers were killed, abducted, or wounded in 2019, marking the highest number since 1997, when the organisation started recording numbers Huawei CFO to push for release of classified documents in Canadian court Meng, 48, was arrested in December 2018 at Vancouver International Airport on a U.S. warrant charging her with bank fraud for allegedly misleading HSBC about Huawei's business dealings in Iran Japan PM leaves hospital after check-up amid health concerns Abe, Japan's longest-serving prime minister, left hospital after the examination Germany supports 'expanding' sanctions against Belarus ahead of EU summit EU ministers had recently made a list of targets in Belarus to impose sanctions on them

Top 10 world news today: US sanction on Huawei, California heat wave and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-ready-to-help-militarily-if-necessary-putin-tells-belarusian-leader-lukashenko-320966" hreflang="en">'Russia ready to help militarily if necessary': Putin tells Belarusian leader Lukashenko</a>

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The Kremlin said in the same statement that external pressure was being applied to Belarus. It did not say by whom, the report added.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkey-condemn-bidens-criticism-of-autocrat-erdogan-call-it-pure-ignorance-320963" hreflang="en">Turkey condemn Biden's criticism of 'autocrat' Erdogan; call it pure ignorance</a>

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In the video, Biden described the Turkish president as an "autocrat", criticised his policy towards the Kurds and advocated supporting the Turkish opposition.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pope-francis-appeals-for-justice-to-be-respected-in-belarus-320981" hreflang="en">Pope Francis appeals for justice to be respected in Belarus</a>

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"I appeal for dialogue, to refuse violence and respect justice and rights," the pontiff said in his Sunday Angelus message, speaking from his balcony in St. Peter's Square.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uae-israel-accord-phone-lines-open-between-both-countries-to-normalise-relations-320975" hreflang="en">UAE-Israel accord: Phone lines open between both countries to normalise relations</a>

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The UAE's Telecoms Regulatory Authority did not immediately respond to a request to comment.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/french-authorities-rescue-31-migrants-in-english-channel-320967" hreflang="en">French authorities rescue 31 migrants in English Channel</a>

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French authorities picked up 38 migrants in the Channel on Friday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/lebanon-president-hedges-over-eventual-peace-with-israel-in-interview-320961" hreflang="en">Lebanon president hedges over eventual peace with Israel in interview</a>

Lebanon has technically been at war with neighbouring Israel for decades, with tensions sporadically flaring in the border area in Lebanon's south, stronghold of the Shiite Muslim Hezbollah.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-phone-number-with-auspicious-string-of-digits-sold-for-300000-320989" hreflang="en">Chinese phone number with auspicious string of digits sold for $300,000</a>

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Number '8' in China is considered auspicious as the word "eight" in Mandarin sounds similar to the word for "prosperity" and the number ends in five eights.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/how-a-fish-crisis-stoked-anti-kremlin-protests-in-russias-far-east-320957" hreflang="en">How a fish crisis stoked anti-Kremlin protests in Russia's Far East</a>

A salmon crisis in Russia's Far East -- to be precise, the region around the endless estuary of the Amur River on Russia’s Pacific coast.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/belarus-opposition-to-march-for-freedom-a-week-after-disputed-vote-320952" hreflang="en">Belarus opposition to 'March for Freedom' a week after disputed vote</a>

Facing the biggest challenge of his 26 years in power, Lukashenko said on Saturday he had won support from Russian President Vladimir Putin who promised help to "ensure the security of Belarus".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/usfda-clears-simple-saliva-test-for-faster-detection-of-coronavirus-320950" hreflang="en">USFDA clears simple saliva test for faster detection of coronavirus</a>

Stephen Hahn, the Food and Drugs Administration Commissioner, said the new saliva test would increase efficiency and avoid shortage of crucial test components like reagents.

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'Russia ready to help militarily if necessary': Putin tells Belarusian leader Lukashenko The Kremlin said in the same statement that external pressure was being applied to Belarus.

'Russia ready to help militarily if necessary': Putin tells Belarusian leader Lukashenko The Kremlin said in the same statement that external pressure was being applied to Belarus. It did not say by whom, the report added. Turkey condemn Biden's criticism of 'autocrat' Erdogan; call it pure ignorance In the video, Biden described the Turkish president as an "autocrat", criticised his policy towards the Kurds and advocated supporting the Turkish opposition. Pope Francis appeals for justice to be respected in Belarus "I appeal for dialogue, to refuse violence and respect justice and rights," the pontiff said in his Sunday Angelus message, speaking from his balcony in St. Peter's Square. UAE-Israel accord: Phone lines open between both countries to normalise relations The UAE's Telecoms Regulatory Authority did not immediately respond to a request to comment. French authorities rescue 31 migrants in English Channel French authorities picked up 38 migrants in the Channel on Friday. Lebanon president hedges over eventual peace with Israel in interview Lebanon has technically been at war with neighbouring Israel for decades, with tensions sporadically flaring in the border area in Lebanon's south, stronghold of the Shiite Muslim Hezbollah. Chinese phone number with auspicious string of digits sold for $300,000 Number '8' in China is considered auspicious as the word "eight" in Mandarin sounds similar to the word for "prosperity" and the number ends in five eights. How a fish crisis stoked anti-Kremlin protests in Russia's Far East A salmon crisis in Russia's Far East -- to be precise, the region around the endless estuary of the Amur River on Russia’s Pacific coast. Belarus opposition to 'March for Freedom' a week after disputed vote Facing the biggest challenge of his 26 years in power, Lukashenko said on Saturday he had won support from Russian President Vladimir Putin who promised help to "ensure the security of Belarus". USFDA clears simple saliva test for faster detection of coronavirus Stephen Hahn, the Food and Drugs Administration Commissioner, said the new saliva test would increase efficiency and avoid shortage of crucial test components like reagents.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-begins-production-of-the-first-batch-of-coronavirus-vaccine-320806">Russia begins production of the first batch of coronavirus vaccine</a>

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Russia said Saturday that it has produced the first batch of its coronavirus vaccine after President Vladimir Putin announced it had been first in the world to approve a vaccine. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-begins-production-of-the-first-batch-of-coronavirus-vaccine-320806">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/belarus-leader-lukashenko-talks-to-russian-president-putin-discusses-protests-320797" hreflang="en">Belarus leader Lukashenko talks to Russian President Putin, discusses protests</a>

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Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko discussed the protests shaking his country with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin on Saturday. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/belarus-leader-lukashenko-talks-to-russian-president-putin-discusses-protests-320797">Read more</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israels-shift-on-annexation-sparks-right-wing-anger-320812" hreflang="en">Israel's shift on annexation sparks right-wing anger</a>

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's historic deal with the UAE won praise abroad but generated discontent from right-wing supporters and settlers over the suspension of land annexation plans. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israels-shift-on-annexation-sparks-right-wing-anger-320812">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-hails-un-security-council-vote-rejecting-a-us-bid-to-extend-arms-embargo-320791">Iran hails UN Security Council vote rejecting a US bid to extend arms embargo</a>

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Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani said on Saturday&nbsp;hailed a UN Security Council vote rejecting a US bid to extend an arms embargo on the Islamic republic, saying its foe has "never been so isolated". <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-hails-un-security-council-vote-rejecting-a-us-bid-to-extend-arms-embargo-320791">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pompeo-signs-deal-for-us-troops-move-from-germany-to-poland-320795" hreflang="en">Pompeo signs deal for US troops move from Germany to Poland</a>

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US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has sealed a defence cooperation deal with Polish officials that will pave the way for the redeployment of American troops from Germany to Poland. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-zealands-pm-ardern-expected-to-resist-call-to-delay-vote-as-virus-flares-up-320802">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pope-calls-for-dialogue-between-egypt-ethiopia-and-sudan-to-resolve-nile-dam-issue-320810">Pope calls for dialogue between Egypt, Ethiopia and Sudan over Nile dam</a>

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Pope Francis on Saturday called for dialogue between Egypt, Ethiopia and Sudan on Saturday, urging them not to let a dispute over a dam on the Nile lead to conflict. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pope-calls-for-dialogue-between-egypt-ethiopia-and-sudan-to-resolve-nile-dam-issue-320810">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-zealands-pm-ardern-expected-to-resist-call-to-delay-vote-as-virus-flares-up-320802">New Zealand's PM Ardern expected to resist call to delay vote</a>

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New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern will take a call on Monday whether to go ahead with the general election on September 19. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-zealands-pm-ardern-expected-to-resist-call-to-delay-vote-as-virus-flares-up-320802">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/victory-over-japan-day-boris-johnson-pays-tribute-to-world-war-ii-veterans-320815" hreflang="en">Victory over Japan Day: Boris Johnson pays tribute to World War II veterans</a>

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British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is paying tribute to veterans of the multinational World War II campaign against Japan, which formally ended 75 years ago some three months after Nazi Germany had been vanquished in Europe. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/victory-over-japan-day-boris-johnson-pays-tribute-to-world-war-ii-veterans-320815">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-to-send-team-of-ministry-officials-specialists-to-mauritius-to-assist-in-oil-spill-320803" hreflang="en">Mauritius oil spill: Japan to send team of ministry officials, specialists</a>

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Japanese Environment Minister Shinjiro Koizumi said on Saturday Tokyo planned to send a team of officials from the ministry and other specialists to Mauritius to assess the damage from an oil spill. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-to-send-team-of-ministry-officials-specialists-to-mauritius-to-assist-in-oil-spill-320803">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thousands-protest-against-moon-jae-in-as-south-korea-capital-scrambles-to-curb-virus-resurgence-320787" hreflang="en">Thousands protest against Moon as Seoul scrambles to curb virus resurgence</a>

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A spike in new coronavirus cases in South Korea has prompted authorities to reimpose tighter social distancing curbs in Seoul, but that didn't stop thousands of demonstrators from protesting against President Moon Jae-in's policies. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thousands-protest-against-moon-jae-in-as-south-korea-capital-scrambles-to-curb-virus-resurgence-320787">Read more</a>

Russia begins production of the first batch of coronavirus vaccine Russia said Saturday that it has produced the first batch of its coronavirus vaccine after President Vladimir Putin announced it had been first in the world to approve a vaccine.

Russia begins production of the first batch of coronavirus vaccine Russia said Saturday that it has produced the first batch of its coronavirus vaccine after President Vladimir Putin announced it had been first in the world to approve a vaccine. Read more Belarus leader Lukashenko talks to Russian President Putin, discusses protests Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko discussed the protests shaking his country with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin on Saturday. Read more Israel's shift on annexation sparks right-wing anger Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's historic deal with the UAE won praise abroad but generated discontent from right-wing supporters and settlers over the suspension of land annexation plans. Read more Iran hails UN Security Council vote rejecting a US bid to extend arms embargo Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani said on Saturday hailed a UN Security Council vote rejecting a US bid to extend an arms embargo on the Islamic republic, saying its foe has "never been so isolated". Read more Pompeo signs deal for US troops move from Germany to Poland US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has sealed a defence cooperation deal with Polish officials that will pave the way for the redeployment of American troops from Germany to Poland. Read more Pope calls for dialogue between Egypt, Ethiopia and Sudan over Nile dam Pope Francis on Saturday called for dialogue between Egypt, Ethiopia and Sudan on Saturday, urging them not to let a dispute over a dam on the Nile lead to conflict. Read more New Zealand's PM Ardern expected to resist call to delay vote New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern will take a call on Monday whether to go ahead with the general election on September 19. Read more Victory over Japan Day: Boris Johnson pays tribute to World War II veterans British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is paying tribute to veterans of the multinational World War II campaign against Japan, which formally ended 75 years ago some three months after Nazi Germany had been vanquished in Europe. Read more Mauritius oil spill: Japan to send team of ministry officials, specialists Japanese Environment Minister Shinjiro Koizumi said on Saturday Tokyo planned to send a team of officials from the ministry and other specialists to Mauritius to assess the damage from an oil spill. Read more Thousands protest against Moon as Seoul scrambles to curb virus resurgence A spike in new coronavirus cases in South Korea has prompted authorities to reimpose tighter social distancing curbs in Seoul, but that didn't stop thousands of demonstrators from protesting against President Moon Jae-in's policies. Read more

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