The Chinese weather agency issued a red alert for torrential rain in the capital city of Beijing, on Saturday (July 29) this comes as parts of northern China were flooded due to typhoon Doksuri, one of the strongest storms to hit the country in years. In other news, the African Union released a statement on Saturday demanding Niger's military to "return to their barracks and restore constitutional authority" within 15 days as the European Union rendered more intense pressure on the coup leaders by discontinuing security cooperation with the country.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/typhoon-doksuri-china-issues-red-alert-for-torrential-rain-in-beijing-thousands-evacuated-620620">Typhoon Doksuri: China issues red alert for torrential rain in Beijing, thousands evacuated 
 
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The Chinese weather agency issued a red alert for torrential rain in the capital city of Beijing, on Saturday (July 29) this comes as parts of northern China were flooded due to typhoon Doksuri, one of the strongest storms to hit the country in years.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/african-union-european-union-intensify-pressure-on-niger-coup-leaders-620608">African Union, European Union intensify pressure on Niger coup leaders</a>

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The African Union released a statement on Saturday demanding Niger's military to "return to their barracks and restore constitutional authority" within 15 days as the European Union rendered more intense pressure on the coup leaders by discontinuing security cooperation with the country. 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-at-least-8-people-killed-several-injured-after-explosion-at-firecracker-unit-in-tamil-nadu-620571">India: At least 8 people killed, several injured after explosion at firecracker unit in Tamil Nadu</a> 
 
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At least eight people, including three women, were found dead and several others were reported injured after an explosion in a warehouse of a firecracker factory in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu’s Krishnagiri district, on Saturday (July 29), said the officials.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-receives-30-peace-initiatives-for-ukraine-settlement-from-diverse-channels-620625">Russia received 30 peace initiatives for Ukraine settlement from diverse channels</a>

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Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova revealed that Russia received around 30 peace initiatives aimed at resolving the conflict in Ukraine, reported TASS news agency. These initiatives came through both official and unofficial channels, Zakharova said.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/bangladesh-police-clash-with-protesters-demanding-resignation-of-pm-several-injured-620637">Bangladesh: Police clash with protesters demanding resignation of PM Sheikh Hasina, several injured</a>

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Tens of thousands of supporters of Bangladesh’s main opposition party took to the streets in the country’s capital city of Dhaka, on Saturday (July 29) to demand Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s resignation.&nbsp;During the demonstration, Bangladesh police fired rubber bullets and tear gas to disperse the stone-throwing crowd that had blocked major roads across the city.&nbsp; 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thailand-firework-warehouse-explosion-claims-lives-of-nine-620627">Thailand firework warehouse explosion claims lives of nine</a>

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A blast at a firework warehouse on Saturday, in Thailand claimed the lives of at least nine people and wounded more than 100, the news agency AFP reported citing a senior official.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-will-help-australia-develop-guided-missiles-by-2025-to-cooperate-with-india-for-indo-pacific-security-620604">US will help Australia develop guided missiles by 2025; to cooperate with India for Indo-Pacific security</a>

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The United States will help Australia to produce guided multiple-launch rocket systems by 2025, said the American Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, on Saturday (July 29).&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/5-shot-at-seattles-community-outreach-event-suspects-at-large-620560">5 shot at Seattle's community outreach event, suspects at large</a>

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A shooting during a community outreach event late Friday evening in Seattle's Rainier Beach neighbourhood left five people wounded, one of them critically, media outlets reported quoting Police Chief Adrian Diaz.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/balochistan-pm-in-exile-seeks-support-of-indias-modi-at-un-for-freedom-from-pakistan-620600">Balochistan PM-in-exile seeks support of India's Modi at UN for freedom from Pakistan</a> 
 
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Naela Quadri, the Prime Minister of the Balochistan government-in-exile, has made an appeal to Indian PM Narendra Modi to extend support at the United Nations to Balochistan's quest for freedom from Pakistan's "illegal" occupation.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-did-swifties-cause-an-earthquake-taylor-swifts-seattle-concerts-spark-seismic-activity-620500">Did Swifties cause an earthquake? Taylor Swift's Seattle concerts spark seismic activity</a>

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In a surprising turn of events, Swifties, as the die-hard fans of pop superstar Taylor Swift are called,&nbsp;caused seismic disturbances equivalent to a 2.3 magnitude earthquake, as per media reports. The news quickly spread, and the phenomenon was soon dubbed the "Swift Quake."

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The Chinese weather agency issued a red alert for torrential rain in the capital city of Beijing, on Saturday (July 29) this comes as parts of northern China were flooded due to typhoon Doksuri, one of the strongest storms to hit the country in years.

The Chinese weather agency issued a red alert for torrential rain in the capital city of Beijing, on Saturday (July 29) this comes as parts of northern China were flooded due to typhoon Doksuri, one of the strongest storms to hit the country in years. In other news, the African Union released a statement on Saturday demanding Niger's military to "return to their barracks and restore constitutional authority" within 15 days as the European Union rendered more intense pressure on the coup leaders by discontinuing security cooperation with the country. Click on the headlines to read more: Typhoon Doksuri: China issues red alert for torrential rain in Beijing, thousands evacuated The Chinese weather agency issued a red alert for torrential rain in the capital city of Beijing, on Saturday (July 29) this comes as parts of northern China were flooded due to typhoon Doksuri, one of the strongest storms to hit the country in years. African Union, European Union intensify pressure on Niger coup leaders The African Union released a statement on Saturday demanding Niger's military to "return to their barracks and restore constitutional authority" within 15 days as the European Union rendered more intense pressure on the coup leaders by discontinuing security cooperation with the country. India: At least 8 people killed, several injured after explosion at firecracker unit in Tamil Nadu At least eight people, including three women, were found dead and several others were reported injured after an explosion in a warehouse of a firecracker factory in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu’s Krishnagiri district, on Saturday (July 29), said the officials. Russia received 30 peace initiatives for Ukraine settlement from diverse channels Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova revealed that Russia received around 30 peace initiatives aimed at resolving the conflict in Ukraine, reported TASS news agency. These initiatives came through both official and unofficial channels, Zakharova said. Bangladesh: Police clash with protesters demanding resignation of PM Sheikh Hasina, several injured Tens of thousands of supporters of Bangladesh’s main opposition party took to the streets in the country’s capital city of Dhaka, on Saturday (July 29) to demand Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s resignation. During the demonstration, Bangladesh police fired rubber bullets and tear gas to disperse the stone-throwing crowd that had blocked major roads across the city. Thailand firework warehouse explosion claims lives of nine A blast at a firework warehouse on Saturday, in Thailand claimed the lives of at least nine people and wounded more than 100, the news agency AFP reported citing a senior official. US will help Australia develop guided missiles by 2025; to cooperate with India for Indo-Pacific security The United States will help Australia to produce guided multiple-launch rocket systems by 2025, said the American Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, on Saturday (July 29). 5 shot at Seattle's community outreach event, suspects at large A shooting during a community outreach event late Friday evening in Seattle's Rainier Beach neighbourhood left five people wounded, one of them critically, media outlets reported quoting Police Chief Adrian Diaz. Balochistan PM-in-exile seeks support of India's Modi at UN for freedom from Pakistan Naela Quadri, the Prime Minister of the Balochistan government-in-exile, has made an appeal to Indian PM Narendra Modi to extend support at the United Nations to Balochistan's quest for freedom from Pakistan's "illegal" occupation. Did Swifties cause an earthquake? Taylor Swift's Seattle concerts spark seismic activity In a surprising turn of events, Swifties, as the die-hard fans of pop superstar Taylor Swift are called, caused seismic disturbances equivalent to a 2.3 magnitude earthquake, as per media reports. The news quickly spread, and the phenomenon was soon dubbed the "Swift Quake."

Top 10 world news: China issues red alert for torrential rain, Niger coup leaders under pressure, and more

India's lunar spacecraft Chandrayaan-3, which commenced its journey at 2.35 pm (local time) on Friday, is expected to cover the 3,84,000 kilometres from Earth to Moon in about 40 days and make a soft landing at 5.47 pm (Indian time) on August 23. In other news,&nbsp;Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Friday that Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed to extend the Black Sea grain deal. The deal is going to expire next week.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/indias-chandrayaan-3-to-make-lunar-landing-on-august-23-615703">India's Chandrayaan-3 to make lunar landing on August 23 
 
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India's lunar spacecraft Chandrayaan-3, which commenced its journey at 2.35 pm (local time) on Friday, is expected to cover the 3,84,000 kilometres from Earth to Moon in about 40 days and make a soft landing at 5.47 pm (Indian time) on August 23.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-has-agreed-to-extend-black-sea-grain-deal-says-erdogan-615669">Putin has agreed to extend Black Sea grain deal, says Erdogan 
 
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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Friday that Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed to extend the Black Sea grain deal. The deal is going to expire next week.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-student-beaten-up-with-iron-rods-by-khalistan-supporters-in-sydney-report-615642">Indian student beaten up with iron rods by Khalistan supporters in Sydney: Report 
 
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An Indian student in Sydney was allegedly beaten up by supporters of Khalistan movement, a discredited separatist movement that calls for the break-up of the Indian state of Punjab.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/chandrayaan-3-scripts-new-chapter-pm-modi-about-successful-launch-of-indias-third-lunar-mission-615607">‘Chandrayaan-3 scripts new chapter’: PM Modi about successful launch of India’s third lunar mission 
 
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The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the Chandrayaan-3 mission, on Friday (July 14) from Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota at 2:35 pm (local time).&nbsp;Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi who is currently in France, said, "Chandrayaan-3 scripts a new chapter in India's space odyssey. It soars high, elevating the dreams and ambitions of every Indian. This momentous achievement is a testament to our scientists' relentless dedication."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/giant-in-global-history-macron-modi-pen-new-chapter-in-india-france-ties-615604">'Giant in global history': Macron, Modi pen new chapter in India-France ties 
 
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In a significant display of bilateral bonhomie, French President Emmanuel Macron hailed India as "a giant in world history" and acknowledged the 'decisive role' India is set to play in the future.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-says-it-advanced-nearly-2-km-on-southern-front-this-week-downed-16-drone-attacks-overnight-615689">Ukraine says it advanced nearly 2 km on southern front this week; downed 16 drones in overnight attack 
 
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Officials in Kyiv, on Friday (July 14), claimed to have advanced nearly two kilometres along the southern front over the past week amid the Ukrainian counteroffensive to recapture its territory occupied by Russia, reported AFP.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/over-six-tonnes-of-shark-fins-seized-in-panama-five-arrested-in-illegal-trade-operation-615647">Over six tonnes of shark fins seized in Panama, five arrested in illegal trade operation 
 
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In Panama, police have seized more than six tonnes of shark fins that were reportedly headed to Asia. In addition, authorities have arrested five people in connection to the illegal trade of shark fins, which happen to be a delicacy in some cultures.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-lawmakers-approve-bill-further-ostracising-lgbtq-community-615488">Russian lawmakers approve bill against gender reassignment, ostracising LGBTQ+ community 
 
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The Russian lawmakers on Friday (July 14) voted in favour of new legislation that makes gender reassignment illegal. The bill was passed in the lower house of parliament, further strengthening Moscow's credentials as an ultra-conservative society.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pay-issues-strike-again-950-ground-workers-at-gatwick-airport-set-to-stage-eight-day-protest-615595">UK: Pay issues strike again, 950 ground workers at Gatwick airport set to stage eight-day protest 
 
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In the United Kingdom, the travel plans of thousands of travellers are set to be affected as nearly a thousand airport workers at Gatwick Airport in England strike over pay issues.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-loses-another-cheetah-in-kuno-national-park-eighth-in-five-months-615592">India loses another cheetah in Kuno National Park, eighth in five months 
 
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India lost another cheetah that was imported from South Africa to increase its population, making it the eight feline casualty within five months.

India's lunar spacecraft Chandrayaan-3, which commenced its journey at 2.35 pm (local time) on Friday, is expected to cover the 3,84,000 kilometres from Earth to Moon in about 40 days and make a soft landing at 5.

India's lunar spacecraft Chandrayaan-3, which commenced its journey at 2.35 pm (local time) on Friday, is expected to cover the 3,84,000 kilometres from Earth to Moon in about 40 days and make a soft landing at 5.47 pm (Indian time) on August 23. In other news, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Friday that Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed to extend the Black Sea grain deal. The deal is going to expire next week. Click on the headlines to read more: India's Chandrayaan-3 to make lunar landing on August 23 India's lunar spacecraft Chandrayaan-3, which commenced its journey at 2.35 pm (local time) on Friday, is expected to cover the 3,84,000 kilometres from Earth to Moon in about 40 days and make a soft landing at 5.47 pm (Indian time) on August 23. Putin has agreed to extend Black Sea grain deal, says Erdogan Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Friday that Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed to extend the Black Sea grain deal. The deal is going to expire next week. Indian student beaten up with iron rods by Khalistan supporters in Sydney: Report An Indian student in Sydney was allegedly beaten up by supporters of Khalistan movement, a discredited separatist movement that calls for the break-up of the Indian state of Punjab. ‘Chandrayaan-3 scripts new chapter’: PM Modi about successful launch of India’s third lunar mission The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the Chandrayaan-3 mission, on Friday (July 14) from Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota at 2:35 pm (local time). Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi who is currently in France, said, "Chandrayaan-3 scripts a new chapter in India's space odyssey. It soars high, elevating the dreams and ambitions of every Indian. This momentous achievement is a testament to our scientists' relentless dedication." 'Giant in global history': Macron, Modi pen new chapter in India-France ties In a significant display of bilateral bonhomie, French President Emmanuel Macron hailed India as "a giant in world history" and acknowledged the 'decisive role' India is set to play in the future. Ukraine says it advanced nearly 2 km on southern front this week; downed 16 drones in overnight attack Officials in Kyiv, on Friday (July 14), claimed to have advanced nearly two kilometres along the southern front over the past week amid the Ukrainian counteroffensive to recapture its territory occupied by Russia, reported AFP. Over six tonnes of shark fins seized in Panama, five arrested in illegal trade operation In Panama, police have seized more than six tonnes of shark fins that were reportedly headed to Asia. In addition, authorities have arrested five people in connection to the illegal trade of shark fins, which happen to be a delicacy in some cultures. Russian lawmakers approve bill against gender reassignment, ostracising LGBTQ+ community The Russian lawmakers on Friday (July 14) voted in favour of new legislation that makes gender reassignment illegal. The bill was passed in the lower house of parliament, further strengthening Moscow's credentials as an ultra-conservative society. UK: Pay issues strike again, 950 ground workers at Gatwick airport set to stage eight-day protest In the United Kingdom, the travel plans of thousands of travellers are set to be affected as nearly a thousand airport workers at Gatwick Airport in England strike over pay issues. India loses another cheetah in Kuno National Park, eighth in five months India lost another cheetah that was imported from South Africa to increase its population, making it the eight feline casualty within five months.

Top 10 world news: Chandrayaan-3 to land on Aug 23, Putin agrees to extend Ukraine grain deal & more

A Russian overnight strike hit a military facility in Khmelnytsky city in Western Ukraine on Monday (May 29). In a rare admission, the Khmelnytsky regional authorities said that five aircraft were damaged in the strike. In other news,&nbsp;Dutch authorities have seized a land in Amsterdam that reportedly belongs to Jorrit Faassen, the former son-in-law of Russian President Vladimir Putin.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-war-russian-overnight-strikes-hit-military-facility-in-western-ukraine-597767">Ukraine war: Russian overnight strike hits military facility in Western Ukraine 
 
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A Russian overnight strike hit a military facility in Khmelnytsky city in Western Ukraine, the news agency AFP reported on Monday (May 29). In a rare admission, the Khmelnytsky regional authorities said that five aircraft were damaged in the strike. The authorities added that work was underway to localise fires at fuel and lubricant warehouses.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/dutch-officials-seize-land-of-vladimir-putins-ex-son-in-law-heres-all-details-about-jorrit-faassen-597907">Dutch officials seize land of Vladimir Putin’s ex-son-in-law. Here are all details about Jorrit Faassen 
 
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The Dutch authorities have seized a land in Amsterdam that reportedly belongs to Jorrit Faassen, the former son-in-law of Russian President Vladimir Putin. The authorities from the Netherlands' National Office for Serious Fraud, Environmental Crime and Asset Confiscation took action on May 12 in relation to a criminal investigation.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/rishi-sunaks-grandfather-helped-kenyans-stage-revolt-against-british-rule-report-597990">Rishi Sunak’s grandfather helped Kenyans stage revolt against British rule: Report 
 
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The UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s grandfather had reportedly helped Kenyan freedom fighters organise a revolt against brutal British rule in the 1950s. As per revelations made by the Daily Mail, Rishi Sunak’s grandfather Ramdas Sunak was involved in training Kenya’s Mau Mau fighters in guerrilla techniques.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/is-this-country-under-dictatorship-protesting-indian-wrestlers-charged-with-rioting-unlawful-assembly-597888">‘Is this country under dictatorship?’: Protesting Indian wrestlers charged with rioting, unlawful assembly 
 
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Top Indian wrestlers, including Vinesh Phogat, Sakshi Malik, and Bajrang Punia were among those detained by the police in the national capital, Delhi after they tried to march to the new parliament building hours after it was inaugurated, on Sunday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-last-five-years-chinese-courts-prosecuted-over-8-million-people-597981">In last five years, Chinese courts prosecuted over 8 million people 
 
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In the last five years, that is 2017-2022, over 8.3 million people have been prosecuted by the Chinese courts, a 12 per cent rise from the corresponding period.&nbsp;The figures released in March by the supreme people’s procuratorate (SPP)— the highest national agency responsible for legal prosecution and prosecutorial investigation in mainland China.&nbsp;

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Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni signed what might arguably be one of the world’s toughest anti-LGBTQ bills into law on Monday (May 29). The move also comes amid Western condemnation, international criticism, and potential sanctions against the country by aid donors.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spanish-pm-pedro-sanchez-calls-for-snap-elections-after-heavy-losses-in-regional-ballots-597838">Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez calls for snap elections after heavy loss in regional ballots 
 
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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has called an early general election for July 23, on Monday (May 29) after his left-wing coalition government suffered heavy losses in the local and regional polls.&nbsp;

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Greece will be heading for the second round of legislative election on June 25, announced the Greek presidency on Monday. The decision comes after Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis' New Democracy party managed to trump the opponents in the polls held last week, but fell short of a majority.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-man-stabs-minor-girl-more-than-20-times-smashes-her-head-with-stone-slab-597843">Delhi: Man stabs minor girl more than 20 times, smashes her 'lifeless' body with stone slab 
 
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Shocking details have emerged of a brutal murder where a 20-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly stabbing to death a 16-year-old girl in the Indian national capital, New Delhi, on Sunday (May 28). The man has been identified as Sahil and the girl is said to be his girlfriend.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/indias-growing-economic-clout-powers-dubais-fdi-profile-to-top-spot-597931">India's growing economic clout powers Dubai's FDI profile to top spot 
 
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India's rising economic might has given Dubai, one of the richest of the seven emirates in the United Arab Emirates, a key financial dividend in the form of Foreign Direct Investments (FDI).&nbsp;According to a Financial Times-affiliated report by the FDI Markets, India is one of the top five source countries for announced FDI projects and estimated FDI capital in Dubai.&nbsp;

A Russian overnight strike hit a military facility in Khmelnytsky city in Western Ukraine on Monday (May 29). In a rare admission, the Khmelnytsky regional authorities said that five aircraft were damaged in the strike.

A Russian overnight strike hit a military facility in Khmelnytsky city in Western Ukraine on Monday (May 29). In a rare admission, the Khmelnytsky regional authorities said that five aircraft were damaged in the strike. In other news, Dutch authorities have seized a land in Amsterdam that reportedly belongs to Jorrit Faassen, the former son-in-law of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Click on the headlines to read more: Ukraine war: Russian overnight strike hits military facility in Western Ukraine A Russian overnight strike hit a military facility in Khmelnytsky city in Western Ukraine, the news agency AFP reported on Monday (May 29). In a rare admission, the Khmelnytsky regional authorities said that five aircraft were damaged in the strike. The authorities added that work was underway to localise fires at fuel and lubricant warehouses. Dutch officials seize land of Vladimir Putin’s ex-son-in-law. Here are all details about Jorrit Faassen The Dutch authorities have seized a land in Amsterdam that reportedly belongs to Jorrit Faassen, the former son-in-law of Russian President Vladimir Putin. The authorities from the Netherlands' National Office for Serious Fraud, Environmental Crime and Asset Confiscation took action on May 12 in relation to a criminal investigation. Rishi Sunak’s grandfather helped Kenyans stage revolt against British rule: Report The UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s grandfather had reportedly helped Kenyan freedom fighters organise a revolt against brutal British rule in the 1950s. As per revelations made by the Daily Mail, Rishi Sunak’s grandfather Ramdas Sunak was involved in training Kenya’s Mau Mau fighters in guerrilla techniques. ‘Is this country under dictatorship?’: Protesting Indian wrestlers charged with rioting, unlawful assembly Top Indian wrestlers, including Vinesh Phogat, Sakshi Malik, and Bajrang Punia were among those detained by the police in the national capital, Delhi after they tried to march to the new parliament building hours after it was inaugurated, on Sunday. In last five years, Chinese courts prosecuted over 8 million people In the last five years, that is 2017-2022, over 8.3 million people have been prosecuted by the Chinese courts, a 12 per cent rise from the corresponding period. The figures released in March by the supreme people’s procuratorate (SPP)— the highest national agency responsible for legal prosecution and prosecutorial investigation in mainland China. Explained | Uganda enacts harsh anti-LGBTQ law, includes death penalty for ‘aggravated homosexuality’ Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni signed what might arguably be one of the world’s toughest anti-LGBTQ bills into law on Monday (May 29). The move also comes amid Western condemnation, international criticism, and potential sanctions against the country by aid donors. Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez calls for snap elections after heavy loss in regional ballots Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has called an early general election for July 23, on Monday (May 29) after his left-wing coalition government suffered heavy losses in the local and regional polls. Greece: New legislative elections to be held on June 25 Greece will be heading for the second round of legislative election on June 25, announced the Greek presidency on Monday. The decision comes after Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis' New Democracy party managed to trump the opponents in the polls held last week, but fell short of a majority. Delhi: Man stabs minor girl more than 20 times, smashes her 'lifeless' body with stone slab Shocking details have emerged of a brutal murder where a 20-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly stabbing to death a 16-year-old girl in the Indian national capital, New Delhi, on Sunday (May 28). The man has been identified as Sahil and the girl is said to be his girlfriend. India's growing economic clout powers Dubai's FDI profile to top spot India's rising economic might has given Dubai, one of the richest of the seven emirates in the United Arab Emirates, a key financial dividend in the form of Foreign Direct Investments (FDI). According to a Financial Times-affiliated report by the FDI Markets, India is one of the top five source countries for announced FDI projects and estimated FDI capital in Dubai.

Top 10 world news: Russia strikes hit military facility in Ukraine, protesting Indian wrestlers charged & more

Russian top mercenary&nbsp;Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin says he is convinced that the Kremlin is attempting to ban any coverage of him on the nation's state media and has warned officials that the move could backfire. In other news, a day before the current seven-day ceasefire between the warring Sudanese army and the paramilitary faction Rapid Support Forces (RSF) expires, the United States and Saudi Arabia are seeking an extension. Meanwhile, India has unveiled its new Parliament building that, as per the nation's PM Narendra Modi, is a symbol of aspiration for the 140 crore people of India. Finally, towards the end of today's news brief, we bring you astounding news from outer space and a story&nbsp;on a potential, fresh addition to your bucket list.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/wagner-chief-warns-kremlin-blanking-him-on-state-media-will-provoke-backlash-597492">Wagner chief warns Kremlin, says blanking him on state media will provoke backlash</a>

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Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin on Sunday stated that he was convinced that senior officials in the Kremlin had prohibited any coverage of him on state media. He warned that this misleading strategy of withholding information would ultimately end up in a backlash, causing resentment among the Russian people in a matter of months.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sudan-conflict-us-saudi-arabia-call-for-extension-of-week-long-imperfect-ceasefire-597531">Sudan conflict: US, Saudi Arabia call for extension of week-long ‘imperfect’ ceasefire</a>

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The United States and Saudi Arabia, on Sunday (May 28) called for an extension of the seven-day ceasefire deal in Sudan, a day prior to its expiration. This comes as there was ease in heavy fighting following the implementation of the Washington and Riyadh&nbsp;brokered ceasefire deal between the warring Sudanese army and the paramilitary faction Rapid Support Forces (RSF).&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-protesting-wrestlers-detained-for-marching-toward-new-parliament-building-597503">India: Protesting wrestlers detained amid march toward new parliament building</a>

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Top Indian wrestlers including Vinesh Phogat, Sakshi Malik, and Bajrang Punia were among those detained by the police in the national capital, Delhi, on Sunday (May 28). This comes as they tried to march to the new parliament building hours after it was inaugurated.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkey-elections-erdogan-gives-cash-to-supporters-in-stark-violation-of-turkish-law-597506">Turkey elections: Erdogan gives cash to supporters in stark violation of Turkish law</a>&nbsp;

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Turkey's&nbsp;President Recep Tayyip Erdogan was seen handing out cash to supporters after casting his vote in the runoff vote of the presidential election on Sunday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taliban-iran-exchange-heavy-gunfire-on-afghan-border-water-rights-issue-escalates-597522">Taliban, Iran exchange heavy gunfire on Afghan border; water rights issue escalates</a>

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The Taliban and Iranian forces exchanged heavy gunfire on the Afghan border on Saturday (May 27), killing and wounding troops,&nbsp;escalating tension&nbsp;between Kabul and Tehran amid a dispute over water rights. According

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nigerians-have-chosen-well-president-muhammudu-buhari-hails-successor-tinubu-597537">'Nigerians have chosen well': President Muhammudu Buhari hails successor Tinubu</a>

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Nigeria's President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday, as his last assignment in Abuja's corridors of power, addressed the nation and defended his record on the economy.&nbsp;President Buhari said that he was leaving a legacy of credible and fair voting, and that the country was in a better shape since 2015.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/symbol-of-aspiration-for-140cr-people-indian-pm-modi-during-his-opening-speech-in-new-parliament-597431">'Symbol of aspiration for 140cr people': Indian PM Modi during his opening speech in new parliament</a>

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (May 28) addressed the delegates in the new parliament building, hours after inaugurating it amid much pomp and fanfare. PM Modi said the new parliament was a symbol of aspiration for the 140 crore people of India.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-bound-egyptair-flights-tire-bursts-while-landing-major-tragedy-averted-597518">Saudi-bound EgyptAir flight’s tyre bursts while landing, major tragedy averted</a>

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A Saudi Arabia-bound plane from Egypt’s Cairo burst one of its tyres while landing at the destination early on Sunday.&nbsp;The Boeing 738 made a safe landing on the runway and all passengers disembarked the airplane with no injuries reported.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/nasa-james-webb-telescope-spots-saturns-moon-blasting-huge-plumes-of-life-containing-water-into-space-597526">NASA's James Webb Telescope spots Saturn's moon blasting 'huge plumes' of life-containing water into space</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/05/28/354992-new-wion-2023-05-28t185634991.png?imwidth=1920" />NASA's James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has glimpsed the moon spraying a "huge plume" of watery vapour far into space, which researchers believe very likely contains chemical components necessary for life

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/feeling-adventurous-this-restaurant-offers-a-14-legged-deep-sea-dwelling-creature-on-its-menu-597558">Feeling adventurous? This restaurant offers a 14-legged, deep-sea dwelling creature on its menu</a>

Buoy, oh&nbsp;buoy! In Taiwan's Taipei, a restaurant has launched a rather unique dish for those with adventurous tastebuds. On the menu is a giant 14-legged creature that, till last year, wasn't even officially recognised in Taiwan. Click headline&nbsp;for details and pictures of the peculiar dish.

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Russian top mercenary Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin says he is convinced that the Kremlin is attempting to ban any coverage of him on the nation's state media and has warned officials that the move could backfire.

Russian top mercenary Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin says he is convinced that the Kremlin is attempting to ban any coverage of him on the nation's state media and has warned officials that the move could backfire. In other news, a day before the current seven-day ceasefire between the warring Sudanese army and the paramilitary faction Rapid Support Forces (RSF) expires, the United States and Saudi Arabia are seeking an extension. Meanwhile, India has unveiled its new Parliament building that, as per the nation's PM Narendra Modi, is a symbol of aspiration for the 140 crore people of India. Finally, towards the end of today's news brief, we bring you astounding news from outer space and a story on a potential, fresh addition to your bucket list. Click on the headlines to read more: Wagner chief warns Kremlin, says blanking him on state media will provoke backlash Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin on Sunday stated that he was convinced that senior officials in the Kremlin had prohibited any coverage of him on state media. He warned that this misleading strategy of withholding information would ultimately end up in a backlash, causing resentment among the Russian people in a matter of months. Sudan conflict: US, Saudi Arabia call for extension of week-long ‘imperfect’ ceasefire The United States and Saudi Arabia, on Sunday (May 28) called for an extension of the seven-day ceasefire deal in Sudan, a day prior to its expiration. This comes as there was ease in heavy fighting following the implementation of the Washington and Riyadh brokered ceasefire deal between the warring Sudanese army and the paramilitary faction Rapid Support Forces (RSF). India: Protesting wrestlers detained amid march toward new parliament building Top Indian wrestlers including Vinesh Phogat, Sakshi Malik, and Bajrang Punia were among those detained by the police in the national capital, Delhi, on Sunday (May 28). This comes as they tried to march to the new parliament building hours after it was inaugurated. Turkey elections: Erdogan gives cash to supporters in stark violation of Turkish law Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan was seen handing out cash to supporters after casting his vote in the runoff vote of the presidential election on Sunday. Taliban, Iran exchange heavy gunfire on Afghan border; water rights issue escalates The Taliban and Iranian forces exchanged heavy gunfire on the Afghan border on Saturday (May 27), killing and wounding troops, escalating tension between Kabul and Tehran amid a dispute over water rights. According 'Nigerians have chosen well': President Muhammudu Buhari hails successor Tinubu Nigeria's President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday, as his last assignment in Abuja's corridors of power, addressed the nation and defended his record on the economy. President Buhari said that he was leaving a legacy of credible and fair voting, and that the country was in a better shape since 2015. 'Symbol of aspiration for 140cr people': Indian PM Modi during his opening speech in new parliament Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (May 28) addressed the delegates in the new parliament building, hours after inaugurating it amid much pomp and fanfare. PM Modi said the new parliament was a symbol of aspiration for the 140 crore people of India. Saudi-bound EgyptAir flight’s tyre bursts while landing, major tragedy averted A Saudi Arabia-bound plane from Egypt’s Cairo burst one of its tyres while landing at the destination early on Sunday. The Boeing 738 made a safe landing on the runway and all passengers disembarked the airplane with no injuries reported. NASA's James Webb Telescope spots Saturn's moon blasting 'huge plumes' of life-containing water into space NASA's James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has glimpsed the moon spraying a "huge plume" of watery vapour far into space, which researchers believe very likely contains chemical components necessary for life Feeling adventurous? This restaurant offers a 14-legged, deep-sea dwelling creature on its menu Buoy, oh buoy! In Taiwan's Taipei, a restaurant has launched a rather unique dish for those with adventurous tastebuds. On the menu is a giant 14-legged creature that, till last year, wasn't even officially recognised in Taiwan. Click headline for details and pictures of the peculiar dish.

Top 10 world news: Wagner chief warns Kremlin, US-Saudi looking to extend Sudan ceasefire, and more

A top Ukrainian war chief has revealed that the war-torn nation is ready to launch its much-anticipated counter-offensive against Russian forces. Oleksiy Danilov, Secretary of the National Security and Defence Council, revealed in that the assault to reclaim territory from President Vladimir Putin's occupying forces could begin at any time, be it "tomorrow, the day after tomorrow or in a week".&nbsp; Meanwhile, hundreds of German civil servants working in Russia were expelled in a latest diplomatic escalation between both countries.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kyivs-much-awaited-counter-offensive-can-begin-tomorrow-day-after-or-in-a-week-top-ukraine-war-chief-597153">Ukraine counter-offensive against Russia can begin any time: Top war chief</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/05/27/354777-new-wion-2023-05-27t153839712.png?imwidth=1920" />The country, as per reports, has been meticulously planning its counter-offensive for months, utilising the time to train troops and receive military equipment from Western allies.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/dont-lecture-us-russia-hits-back-at-biden-over-planned-tactical-nuke-deployment-in-belarus-597201">'Don't lecture us': Russia hits back at Biden over nuke deployment in Belarus</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/05/27/354818-russia.jpg?imwidth=1920" />Russia hit back at US President Joe Biden who raised concerns against Moscow’s move to deploy tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus, saying that Washington doesn’t have a stand on the issue as it has been doing the same in Europe.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/67000-accounts-shut-14-million-social-media-posts-deleted-in-chinas-latest-crackdown-on-free-speech-597212">67,000 accounts shut, 1.4 million social media posts deleted in China's latest crackdown on free speech</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/05/27/354824-new-wion-2023-05-27t181005861.png?imwidth=1920" />China's Cyberspace Administration has announced the deletion of 1.4 million social media posts as part of a two-month investigation into various issues, including misinformation, illegal profiteering, and impersonation of state officials.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-security-forces-nab-terror-associate-in-jammu-and-kashmir-grenade-recovered-597236">Indian security forces nab terror associate in Jammu and Kashmir, grenade recovered</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/05/27/354842-untitled-design-2023-05-27t210246102.png?imwidth=1920" />Police in India's Jammu and Kashmir arrested a terrorist belonging to Lashkar-e-Taeba outfit, officials said on Saturday.&nbsp;The arrested terrorist has been identified as Mohd Ashraf Mir, a resident of Laridoora Chandoosa locality, reports in the local media said.&nbsp;During the search, one grenade was recovered from his possession.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/un-chief-shocked-by-letter-from-sudans-military-ruler-urging-special-envoy-be-replaced-597071">UN chief ‘shocked’ by letter from Sudan’s military ruler urging removal of special envoy</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/05/27/354738-the-battle-for-kyiv-7.jpg?imwidth=1920" />UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres was "shocked" by a letter he received on Friday from Sudan's military ruler General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan demanding the removal of his ambassador to Sudan, according to his spokesperson.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/tesla-files-100-gigabytes-of-confidential-data-leaked-by-a-whistleblower-597100">Tesla Files: 100 gigabytes of confidential data leaked by whistleblower</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/05/27/354750-untitled-design-2023-05-27t131310052.png?imwidth=1920" />In a report by Germany's Handelsblatt newspaper, which cited 100 gigabytes of confidential information disclosed by a whistleblower, Tesla has failed to safeguard data from customers, employees, and business partners, reported Guardian.&nbsp;The report also suggests that the carmaker has received thousands of consumer complaints about its driver assistance system.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pope-francis-returns-to-duties-following-day-off-due-to-fever-and-exhaustion-597171">Pope Francis returns to duties following day off due to fever and exhaustion</a><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/05/27/354797-new-wion-2023-05-27t162839178.png?imwidth=1920" />Pope Francis returned to his duties on Saturday after taking a day off due to a fever. The 86-year-old pontiff, who was hospitalised for bronchitis about two months ago, had a busy schedule of private audiences planned for the day, said the Vatican.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indias-anti-terror-agency-busts-isis-linked-terror-module-three-arrested-597203">India's anti-terror agency busts ISIS-linked terror module, three arrested</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/05/27/354819-untitled-design-2023-05-27t185444052.png?imwidth=1920" />India's top anti-terror agency National Investigation Agency (NIA) busted an ISIS-linked terror module on Saturday, May 27. The NIA arrested three people in the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh following overnight raids at 13 locations in Jabalpur, over 800 km south of New Delhi.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-priyanka-chopra-backed-out-of-bollywood-film-due-to-dehumanising-director-it-was-a-feeling-of-597152">Priyanka Chopra backed out of Bollywood film due to 'dehumanising' director</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/05/27/354785-priyanka-chopra.png?imwidth=1920" />Priyanka Chopra Jonas, who can currently be seen in Amazon Prime Video's&nbsp;Citadel, recently revealed that she reimbursed a production for the expenses they had incurred on her after she withdrew from filming just two days into the project.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/bundesliga-bayern-munich-clinch-11th-consecutive-title-in-dramatic-style-after-dortmunds-draw-against-mainz-597244">Bundesliga: Bayern Munich clinch 11th consecutive title in dramatic style after Dortmund's draw against Mainz</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/05/27/354844-1-54.jpg?imwidth=1920" />Bayern Munich clinched their 11th consecutive title in dramatic style in the Bundesliga on Saturday, May 27 after Borussia Dortmund’s failure to win was coupled with their 2-1 win over FC Koln. Dortmund were clinching the title in the 89th minute of the contest before Jamal Musiala scored the winner for Bayern Munich against Koln while Dortmund drew 2-2.&nbsp;

A top Ukrainian war chief has revealed that the war-torn nation is ready to launch its much-anticipated counter-offensive against Russian forces. Oleksiy Danilov, Secretary of the National Security and Defence Council, revealed in that the assault to reclaim territory from President Vladimir Putin's occupying forces could begin at any time, be it "tomorrow, the day after tomorrow or in a week".

A top Ukrainian war chief has revealed that the war-torn nation is ready to launch its much-anticipated counter-offensive against Russian forces. Oleksiy Danilov, Secretary of the National Security and Defence Council, revealed in that the assault to reclaim territory from President Vladimir Putin's occupying forces could begin at any time, be it "tomorrow, the day after tomorrow or in a week". Meanwhile, hundreds of German civil servants working in Russia were expelled in a latest diplomatic escalation between both countries. Click on the headlines to read more: Ukraine counter-offensive against Russia can begin any time: Top war chief The country, as per reports, has been meticulously planning its counter-offensive for months, utilising the time to train troops and receive military equipment from Western allies. 'Don't lecture us': Russia hits back at Biden over nuke deployment in Belarus Russia hit back at US President Joe Biden who raised concerns against Moscow’s move to deploy tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus, saying that Washington doesn’t have a stand on the issue as it has been doing the same in Europe. 67,000 accounts shut, 1.4 million social media posts deleted in China's latest crackdown on free speech China's Cyberspace Administration has announced the deletion of 1.4 million social media posts as part of a two-month investigation into various issues, including misinformation, illegal profiteering, and impersonation of state officials. Indian security forces nab terror associate in Jammu and Kashmir, grenade recovered Police in India's Jammu and Kashmir arrested a terrorist belonging to Lashkar-e-Taeba outfit, officials said on Saturday. The arrested terrorist has been identified as Mohd Ashraf Mir, a resident of Laridoora Chandoosa locality, reports in the local media said. During the search, one grenade was recovered from his possession. UN chief ‘shocked’ by letter from Sudan’s military ruler urging removal of special envoy UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres was "shocked" by a letter he received on Friday from Sudan's military ruler General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan demanding the removal of his ambassador to Sudan, according to his spokesperson. Tesla Files: 100 gigabytes of confidential data leaked by whistleblower In a report by Germany's Handelsblatt newspaper, which cited 100 gigabytes of confidential information disclosed by a whistleblower, Tesla has failed to safeguard data from customers, employees, and business partners, reported Guardian. The report also suggests that the carmaker has received thousands of consumer complaints about its driver assistance system. Pope Francis returns to duties following day off due to fever and exhaustionPope Francis returned to his duties on Saturday after taking a day off due to a fever. The 86-year-old pontiff, who was hospitalised for bronchitis about two months ago, had a busy schedule of private audiences planned for the day, said the Vatican. India's anti-terror agency busts ISIS-linked terror module, three arrested India's top anti-terror agency National Investigation Agency (NIA) busted an ISIS-linked terror module on Saturday, May 27. The NIA arrested three people in the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh following overnight raids at 13 locations in Jabalpur, over 800 km south of New Delhi. Priyanka Chopra backed out of Bollywood film due to 'dehumanising' director Priyanka Chopra Jonas, who can currently be seen in Amazon Prime Video's Citadel, recently revealed that she reimbursed a production for the expenses they had incurred on her after she withdrew from filming just two days into the project. Bundesliga: Bayern Munich clinch 11th consecutive title in dramatic style after Dortmund's draw against Mainz Bayern Munich clinched their 11th consecutive title in dramatic style in the Bundesliga on Saturday, May 27 after Borussia Dortmund’s failure to win was coupled with their 2-1 win over FC Koln. Dortmund were clinching the title in the 89th minute of the contest before Jamal Musiala scored the winner for Bayern Munich against Koln while Dortmund drew 2-2.

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Former Pakistan prime minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chief Imran Khan was arrested from outside the Islamabad High Court on Tuesday (May 9).&nbsp;PTI Vice President Fawad Chaudhry alleged in a tweet that Khan was abducted from the court premises, and many lawyers were tortured. The arrest triggered chaos across the Islamic nation as the protesters stormed into army headquarters in Rawalpandi, and set afire National public broadcaster Radio Pakistan’s building.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/imran-khan-arrest-blow-by-blow-account-of-how-former-pak-pm-was-whisked-away-to-be-tortured-590701">Blow-by-blow account of how Imran Khan was whisked away to be 'tortured'</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/05/09/350745-new-wion-31.png?imwidth=1920" /><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/05/09/350745-new-wion-31.png?imwidth=1920" />The leader's arrest comes as a surprise to the world, but right on the lines of a prediction made by PTI chief Imran Khan.&nbsp;This comes at the heels of the Pakistan army shooting down the cricketer-turned-politician's allegations regarding the involvement of top ISI officer Major-General Faisal Naseer in the brutal murder of senior journalist Arshad Sharif.

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<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/05/09/350715-the-battle-for-kyiv-12.jpg?imwidth=1920" />Imran Khan, the former Pakistani prime minister, was arrested on Tuesday (May 9)&nbsp;during an appearance&nbsp;at the Islamabad High Court in connection with several lawsuits brought against the leader of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI).

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<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/05/09/350750-untitled-design-2023-05-09t202618555.png?imwidth=1920" />Khan is only the latest among a number of former Pakistani prime ministers who has circumvented the cycle between Islamabad's Prime Minister's Office to an 'undisclosed location' after arrest, throwing spotlight on the supposed role of the country's deep-state into running Pakistan's corridors of power.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-ukraine-war-wagner-group-boss-says-russian-unit-fled-combat-in-bakhmut-590567">Russia-Ukraine war: Wagner Group boss says Russian unit fled combat in Bakhmut</a><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/29/348415-untitled-design-56.png?imwidth=1920" />Russia's Wagner Group founder&nbsp;Yevgeny Prigozhin on Tuesday claimed a Russian military unit had deserted one of the military positions near Bakhmut in east Ukraine, currently the epicentre of vicious fighting between the two sides.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/did-china-stalk-asean-india-maritime-exercise-in-south-china-sea-to-intimidate-590480">Did China stalk ASEAN-India Maritime Exercise in South China Sea to 'intimidate'?</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/05/09/350605-asean-india-maritime-exercise-2023.png?imwidth=1920" />Chinese boats and maritime militia reportedly tracked the drills carried out by the navies of India and ASEAN countries in the South China Sea, two Indian sources told news agency Reuters on Monday.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/vladimir-putin-calls-for-victory-in-ukraine-war-during-victory-day-military-parade-590629">Vladimir Putin calls for victory in Ukraine war during Victory Day military parade</a><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/05/09/350706-victory-day.png?imwidth=1920" />Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted Victory Day military parade on Moscow's Red Square on Tuesday (May 9) and called for "victory" in the ongoing war. Thousands of army personnel, donning ceremonial uniforms, gathered to march to the soundtrack of a military brass band.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/apple-maker-foxconn-purchases-land-in-bengaluru-worth-37mn-to-increase-manufacturing-presence-in-india-590688">Apple maker Foxconn purchases land in Bengaluru worth $37mn, to increase manufacturing presence in India</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2023-ravi-shastri-wants-virat-kohli-to-be-careful-after-recent-spats-with-gambhir-and-ganguly-590683">IPL 2023: Shastri wants Kohli to be CAREFUL after spats with Gambhir &amp; Ganguly</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/05/09/350734-untitled-design-2023-05-09t185058775.png?imwidth=1920" />Former India coach Ravi Shastri wants Royal Challengers Bangalore batsman Virat Kohli to be 'careful' of the camera in the wake of recent incidents of the RCB batter with LSG mentor Gautam Gambhir and DC Director of Cricket Sourav Ganguly.

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Former Pakistan prime minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chief Imran Khan was arrested from outside the Islamabad High Court on Tuesday (May 9). PTI Vice President Fawad Chaudhry alleged in a tweet that Khan was abducted from the court premises, and many lawyers were tortured.

Former Pakistan prime minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chief Imran Khan was arrested from outside the Islamabad High Court on Tuesday (May 9). PTI Vice President Fawad Chaudhry alleged in a tweet that Khan was abducted from the court premises, and many lawyers were tortured. The arrest triggered chaos across the Islamic nation as the protesters stormed into army headquarters in Rawalpandi, and set afire National public broadcaster Radio Pakistan’s building. Click on the headlines to read more: Blow-by-blow account of how Imran Khan was whisked away to be 'tortured' The leader's arrest comes as a surprise to the world, but right on the lines of a prediction made by PTI chief Imran Khan. This comes at the heels of the Pakistan army shooting down the cricketer-turned-politician's allegations regarding the involvement of top ISI officer Major-General Faisal Naseer in the brutal murder of senior journalist Arshad Sharif. Al-Qadir Trust case: Everything about the case that led to Imran Khan's arrest Imran Khan, the former Pakistani prime minister, was arrested on Tuesday (May 9) during an appearance at the Islamabad High Court in connection with several lawsuits brought against the leader of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). Imran Khan arrest: How ISI 'angels' rule Pakistan Khan is only the latest among a number of former Pakistani prime ministers who has circumvented the cycle between Islamabad's Prime Minister's Office to an 'undisclosed location' after arrest, throwing spotlight on the supposed role of the country's deep-state into running Pakistan's corridors of power. Russia-Ukraine war: Wagner Group boss says Russian unit fled combat in BakhmutRussia's Wagner Group founder Yevgeny Prigozhin on Tuesday claimed a Russian military unit had deserted one of the military positions near Bakhmut in east Ukraine, currently the epicentre of vicious fighting between the two sides. Did China stalk ASEAN-India Maritime Exercise in South China Sea to 'intimidate'? Chinese boats and maritime militia reportedly tracked the drills carried out by the navies of India and ASEAN countries in the South China Sea, two Indian sources told news agency Reuters on Monday. Vladimir Putin calls for victory in Ukraine war during Victory Day military paradeRussian President Vladimir Putin hosted Victory Day military parade on Moscow's Red Square on Tuesday (May 9) and called for "victory" in the ongoing war. Thousands of army personnel, donning ceremonial uniforms, gathered to march to the soundtrack of a military brass band. Apple maker Foxconn purchases land in Bengaluru worth $37mn, to increase manufacturing presence in India Foxconn, a major Apple supplier, announced in a filing on Tuesday that it has purchased a large plot of land on the outskirts of Bengaluru, the Indian IT hub, as part of its efforts to diversify away from China as its primary place of production. From Huawei's Meng arrest to Xi-Trudeau spat: Issues that led to strained China-Canada ties Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin said on Tuesday (May 9) that Beijing is expelling Canada's consul in Shanghai — a tit-for-tat move after Ottawa announced it was sending home a Chinese diplomat, who is accused of trying to intimidate a lawmaker. China also warned Canada to stop "unreasonable provocations". Prince Harry's 'magical disappearing act' at Buckingham Palace raises eyebrows Amidst his visit to Britain for the Coronation, Prince Harry allegedly made a swift entrance and exit at Buckingham Palace without engaging with senior members of the Royal Family, as claimed in a recent report mentioned in the Daily Mail. IPL 2023: Shastri wants Kohli to be CAREFUL after spats with Gambhir & Ganguly Former India coach Ravi Shastri wants Royal Challengers Bangalore batsman Virat Kohli to be 'careful' of the camera in the wake of recent incidents of the RCB batter with LSG mentor Gautam Gambhir and DC Director of Cricket Sourav Ganguly.

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The developments taking place in the Russia-Ukraine conflict dominated the global headlines on May 4th, as Russia accused the US of orchestrating the drone strike on the Kremlin on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Zelensky in The Hague today called on the International Criminal Court to bring the Russian leader to justice for his "war crimes" in Ukraine. India's Foreign Minister S Jaishankar took on his Chinese counterpart in a bilateral meeting held on the sidelines of the SCO foreign ministers' summit and raised the three-year-old border dispute. Pakistan was again rocked by two terrorist attacks on Thursday which resulted in the killing of at least 8 teachers in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

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The Kremlin on Thursday accused the United States of playing the role of 'mastermind' in the drone attack which took place over the residence of Russian President Vladimir Putin and was claimed to have been carried out by Ukraine.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indias-foreign-minister-s-jaishankar-raises-border-dispute-with-chinese-counterpart-588922">India’s Foreign Minister S Jaishankar raises border dispute with Chinese counterpart</a>
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India’s Foreign Minister S Jaishankar met with his Chinese counterpart Qin Gang Thursday on the sidelines of the meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO).&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-eight-teachers-killed-in-separate-shootings-in-khyber-pakhtunkhwa-says-report-588936">Pakistan: Eight teachers killed in separate shootings in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, says report</a>
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Eight teachers were killed in two separate shootings in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Thursday (May 4). According to a report by Geo TV, the shootings took place in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Upper Kurram Tehsil.

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The world's first respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine, Arexvy, was approved by Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Wednesday. This breakthrough in science took 60 years to materialise.&nbsp;

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The United Nations said on Thursday (May 4) that it was preparing for an exodus of 860,000 people from conflict-torn Sudan. UN said that USD 445 million would be needed to support these people just through October.

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Zelensky on Thursday clarified that his country will not join NATO during the war with Russia. "We are realistic, we know we will not be in NATO during the war," he said after meeting Dutch and Belgian Prime Ministers Mark Rutte and Alexander De Croo.

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Police in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh on Thursday (May 4) gunned down gangster Anil Dujana who is an accused in 18 cases of murder.&nbsp;

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Virat, who bags a whopping Rs 14 crore for a season, won’t be paying the amount of fine directly with the decision in RCB’s hands to decide on whether to deduct it from his salary.

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Veteran boxer Mary Kom, one-time Olympic medal-winner boxer and Rajya Sabha MP appealed for calm, on Thursday (May 04), after widespread violence in her home state Manipur amid protests against the decision to include the majority Meitei community in the Scheduled Tribes (ST) category.

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The duration of the final episode of Succession's ongoing season 4, which will wrap the show, has been revealed. Titled With Open Eyes, the episode will run for 90 minutes, which is the same length as a feature-length film.

The developments taking place in the Russia-Ukraine conflict dominated the global headlines on May 4th, as Russia accused the US of orchestrating the drone strike on the Kremlin on Wednesday.

The developments taking place in the Russia-Ukraine conflict dominated the global headlines on May 4th, as Russia accused the US of orchestrating the drone strike on the Kremlin on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Zelensky in The Hague today called on the International Criminal Court to bring the Russian leader to justice for his "war crimes" in Ukraine. India's Foreign Minister S Jaishankar took on his Chinese counterpart in a bilateral meeting held on the sidelines of the SCO foreign ministers' summit and raised the three-year-old border dispute. Pakistan was again rocked by two terrorist attacks on Thursday which resulted in the killing of at least 8 teachers in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Click on the headlines to read more. Russia calls US 'mastermind' of drone attack in Kremlin, Washington refutes claim The Kremlin on Thursday accused the United States of playing the role of 'mastermind' in the drone attack which took place over the residence of Russian President Vladimir Putin and was claimed to have been carried out by Ukraine. India’s Foreign Minister S Jaishankar raises border dispute with Chinese counterpart India’s Foreign Minister S Jaishankar met with his Chinese counterpart Qin Gang Thursday on the sidelines of the meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO). Pakistan: Eight teachers killed in separate shootings in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, says report Eight teachers were killed in two separate shootings in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Thursday (May 4). According to a report by Geo TV, the shootings took place in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Upper Kurram Tehsil. Breakthrough! US approves world's first RSV vaccine: All you need to know The world's first respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine, Arexvy, was approved by Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Wednesday. This breakthrough in science took 60 years to materialise. $445 million required to help 860,000 people fleeing Sudan by October: UN The United Nations said on Thursday (May 4) that it was preparing for an exodus of 860,000 people from conflict-torn Sudan. UN said that USD 445 million would be needed to support these people just through October. Ukraine will not join NATO during war, Zelensky says after meeting European leaders Zelensky on Thursday clarified that his country will not join NATO during the war with Russia. "We are realistic, we know we will not be in NATO during the war," he said after meeting Dutch and Belgian Prime Ministers Mark Rutte and Alexander De Croo. India: Dreaded gangster Anil Dujana killed in police encounter Police in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh on Thursday (May 4) gunned down gangster Anil Dujana who is an accused in 18 cases of murder. Kohli vs Gambhir feud - Why RCB star won't pay 100% match fee punishment after tussle with LSG mentor Virat, who bags a whopping Rs 14 crore for a season, won’t be paying the amount of fine directly with the decision in RCB’s hands to decide on whether to deduct it from his salary. 'Manipur is burning': Olympic medallist Mary Kom appeals for calm amid violence in her home state Veteran boxer Mary Kom, one-time Olympic medal-winner boxer and Rajya Sabha MP appealed for calm, on Thursday (May 04), after widespread violence in her home state Manipur amid protests against the decision to include the majority Meitei community in the Scheduled Tribes (ST) category. Succession finale runtime revealed and it is HUGE: 'It's like a movie' The duration of the final episode of Succession's ongoing season 4, which will wrap the show, has been revealed. Titled With Open Eyes, the episode will run for 90 minutes, which is the same length as a feature-length film.

Top 10 world news: Russia blames US for drone strike, India raises border dispute with China, and more

Amid reports of a Ukrainian counteroffensive, Russia has replaced&nbsp;its logistics commander&nbsp;Colonel General Mikhail Mizintsev aka&nbsp;"the Butcher of Mariupol," after just seven months on the job. As per a statement by the&nbsp;Russian defence ministry,&nbsp;Alexei Kuzmenkov will take his place. Meanwhile, amid soaring inflation in the country, the Iranian parliament has voted in an impeachment session to remove industry minister Reza Fatemi Amin.&nbsp;In other news, in the United States' latest mass shooting, this one at a house party in Mississippi, two high schoolers were killed, while another four are in serious condition and are undergoing treatment for gunshots.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/butcher-of-mariupol-russia-replaces-its-logistics-commander-ahead-of-ukraine-counteroffensive-587606">'Butcher of Mariupol': Russia replaces its logistics commander ahead of Ukraine counteroffensive</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/30/348681-new-wion-6.png?imwidth=1920" />Ahead of an anticipated counter-offensive by Ukraine, the Russian army has replaced its highest-ranking general in charge of logistics. Colonel General Mikhail Mizintsev, who is under British sanctions for his role in the siege of the Ukrainian port city of Mariupol — seized by Russia around a year ago — has been replaced by Alexei Kuzmenkov, a former official from the National Guard, according to a statement from the Russian defence ministry.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-mercenary-wagner-group-chief-threatens-to-withdraw-troops-from-bakhmut-587545">Russian mercenary Wagner Group chief threatens to withdraw his troops from Bakhmut</a>

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The chief of the Russian mercenary Wagner Group has threatened to withdraw his troops from the besieged Bakhmut city, Ukraine, if Moscow fails to address ammunition supply problems.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iranian-industry-minister-impeached-over-rising-inflation-587580">Iranian industry minister impeached over rising inflation, mismanagement</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/03/20/339802-khameni.jpg?imwidth=1920" />Amid soaring inflation in the country, the Iranian parliament on Sunday voted in an impeachment session to remove industry minister Reza Fatemi Amin.&nbsp;Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf announced the results during a session broadcast live on state television.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/six-high-school-students-injured-in-shooting-at-house-party-in-mississippi-587554">Two high school students killed, four injured in shooting at house party in Mississippi</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/30/348674-new-wion-5.png?imwidth=1920" />In Mississippi, United States, a house party took a dark turn. Two high school students&nbsp;died, while another four were injured after gunfire erupted during the party. As per a news report in the Biloxi Sun Herald, the six were rushed to the hospital with gunshot wounds, two were reportedly in critical condition, and succumbed to their wounds.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iranian-president-ebrahim-raisi-to-visit-syria-for-very-important-two-day-trip-587531">Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi to visit Syria for 'very important' two-day trip</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/30/348644-new-wion-1.png?imwidth=1920" />Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi on Wednesday will travel to the Syrian capital of Damascus for a "very important" two-day visit. As per state media reports, his trip comes at the official invitation of his Syrian counterpart President Bashar al-Assad.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-will-launch-counteroffensive-without-western-fighter-aircraft-says-zelensky-587540">Ukraine will launch counteroffensive without Western fighter aircraft, says Zelensky</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/30/348657-untitled-design-2023-04-30t173534763.png?imwidth=1920" />Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday said that they will launch its counter-offensive against the armed forces of Russia even though they have not received Western fighter aircraft.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/red-cross-aids-first-flight-reaches-sudan-as-fighting-intensifies-587576">Red Cross aid's first flight reaches Sudan as fighting intensifies</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/30/348669-untitled-design-2023-04-30t191333174.png?imwidth=1920" />The first flight of the Red Cross&nbsp;carrying humanitarian aid landed in Sudan on Sunday, where deadly clashes between forces of rival generals continued for the third week.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/man-kills-three-before-commiting-suicide-in-portugals-bairro-azul-587582">Man kills three before commiting suicide in Portugal's Bairro Azul</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/30/348671-new-wion-4.png?imwidth=1920" />In Portugal's Setubal, a man shot dead three people before taking his own life. The tragic shooting, according to CNN Portugal, happened around 45 kilometres south of the capital Lisbon.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/israel-foreign-minister-eli-cohen-to-visit-india-this-month-to-strengthen-ties-587571">Israel Foreign Minister Eli Cohen to visit India next month to strengthen ties</a>

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Israel's foreign minister Eli Cohen is set to visit India next month, in what is expected to be a two-day visit starting&nbsp;May 9th. The visit will focus on strengthening ties between the two countries in various areas, including trade.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fang-bin-chinese-citizen-journalist-who-reported-on-covid-19-to-be-released-after-3-years-587551">Fang Bin, Chinese 'citizen journalist' who reported on COVID-19 to be released after 3 years</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/30/348663-copy-of-untitled-3.png?imwidth=1920" />Three years after being detained for publishing the videos of overcrowded hospitals and bodies at the beginning of the COVID-19 outbreak, Chinese authorities are preparing to release Fang Bin, the citizen journalist who alerted the world about what was to come.&nbsp;

Amid reports of a Ukrainian counteroffensive, Russia has replaced its logistics commander Colonel General Mikhail Mizintsev aka "the Butcher of Mariupol," after just seven months on the job.

Amid reports of a Ukrainian counteroffensive, Russia has replaced its logistics commander Colonel General Mikhail Mizintsev aka "the Butcher of Mariupol," after just seven months on the job. As per a statement by the Russian defence ministry, Alexei Kuzmenkov will take his place. Meanwhile, amid soaring inflation in the country, the Iranian parliament has voted in an impeachment session to remove industry minister Reza Fatemi Amin. In other news, in the United States' latest mass shooting, this one at a house party in Mississippi, two high schoolers were killed, while another four are in serious condition and are undergoing treatment for gunshots. Click on the headlines to read more: 'Butcher of Mariupol': Russia replaces its logistics commander ahead of Ukraine counteroffensive Ahead of an anticipated counter-offensive by Ukraine, the Russian army has replaced its highest-ranking general in charge of logistics. Colonel General Mikhail Mizintsev, who is under British sanctions for his role in the siege of the Ukrainian port city of Mariupol — seized by Russia around a year ago — has been replaced by Alexei Kuzmenkov, a former official from the National Guard, according to a statement from the Russian defence ministry. Russian mercenary Wagner Group chief threatens to withdraw his troops from Bakhmut The chief of the Russian mercenary Wagner Group has threatened to withdraw his troops from the besieged Bakhmut city, Ukraine, if Moscow fails to address ammunition supply problems. Iranian industry minister impeached over rising inflation, mismanagement Amid soaring inflation in the country, the Iranian parliament on Sunday voted in an impeachment session to remove industry minister Reza Fatemi Amin. Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf announced the results during a session broadcast live on state television. Two high school students killed, four injured in shooting at house party in Mississippi In Mississippi, United States, a house party took a dark turn. Two high school students died, while another four were injured after gunfire erupted during the party. As per a news report in the Biloxi Sun Herald, the six were rushed to the hospital with gunshot wounds, two were reportedly in critical condition, and succumbed to their wounds. Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi to visit Syria for 'very important' two-day trip Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi on Wednesday will travel to the Syrian capital of Damascus for a "very important" two-day visit. As per state media reports, his trip comes at the official invitation of his Syrian counterpart President Bashar al-Assad. Ukraine will launch counteroffensive without Western fighter aircraft, says Zelensky Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday said that they will launch its counter-offensive against the armed forces of Russia even though they have not received Western fighter aircraft. Red Cross aid's first flight reaches Sudan as fighting intensifies The first flight of the Red Cross carrying humanitarian aid landed in Sudan on Sunday, where deadly clashes between forces of rival generals continued for the third week. Man kills three before commiting suicide in Portugal's Bairro Azul In Portugal's Setubal, a man shot dead three people before taking his own life. The tragic shooting, according to CNN Portugal, happened around 45 kilometres south of the capital Lisbon. Israel Foreign Minister Eli Cohen to visit India next month to strengthen ties Israel's foreign minister Eli Cohen is set to visit India next month, in what is expected to be a two-day visit starting May 9th. The visit will focus on strengthening ties between the two countries in various areas, including trade. Fang Bin, Chinese 'citizen journalist' who reported on COVID-19 to be released after 3 years Three years after being detained for publishing the videos of overcrowded hospitals and bodies at the beginning of the COVID-19 outbreak, Chinese authorities are preparing to release Fang Bin, the citizen journalist who alerted the world about what was to come.

Top 10 world news: Russia replaces 'Butcher of Mariupol,' Iran industry minister impeached, and more

As per the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) Ukraine looks set to launch its much-awaited counteroffensive against Russia. This comes as Ukrainian towns and cities, including Kharkiv in the northeast to Odesa in the southwest&nbsp;were bombarded by Russia overnight on Saturday into Sunday. In other news, former US president Donald Trump may soon be branded with the title 'rapist,' as the civil trial in which columnist and author&nbsp;E Jean Carroll accuses him of sexual assault begins this week.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-looks-set-to-launch-a-spring-counteroffensive-washington-based-think-tank-says-585463">Ukraine looks set to launch a spring counteroffensive, Washington-based think tank says</a> 
<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/23/347296-untitled-design-2023-04-23t214206985.png?imwidth=1920" />An analysis of the position of Ukrainian troops suggests that Kyiv's much-awaited spring counteroffensive might begin soon. The troops are positioned on the eastern side of the Dnieper River, an early indication of the counter-offensive, a Washington-based think tank said.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-launches-overnight-strikes-on-ukraine-kharkiv-odesa-zaporizhzhia-among-hit-585424">Russia launches overnight strikes on Ukraine; Kharkiv, Odesa, Zaporizhzhia among hit</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/23/347277-untitled-design-2023-04-23t195846926.png?imwidth=1920" />Russia bombarded Ukrainian towns and cities overnight Saturday into Sunday, Ukrainian officials said. Regions that were attacked with missiles, artillery and drones included Kharkiv in the northeast to Odesa in the southwest, according to the officials.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-wont-forgetnot-forgive-moscow-fumes-after-us-denies-visas-to-russian-journalists-for-un-visit-585449">‘We will not forgive’: Moscow fumes after US allegedly denied visas to Russian journalists for UN visit</a>

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Russian officials, said visas were never issued for their country’s media representatives who were supposed to accompany the foreign minister for the upcoming United Nations Security Council (UNSC) meeting in New York, United States.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-envoy-questions-sovereignty-of-former-soviet-countries-leaves-france-others-dismayed-585352">Chinese ambassador questions sovereignty of former Soviet countries; France, Ukraine, Baltic nations dismayed</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/23/347245-wion-images-2023-04-23t164843119.png?imwidth=1920" />China’s ambassador to France has sparked anger and dismay among eastern European countries after questioning the sovereignty of former Soviet countries including Ukraine.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-may-soon-carry-title-of-rapist-585405">Donald Trump may soon carry title of 'rapist'</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/23/347264-new-wion-3.png?imwidth=1920" />Donald Trump may soon have another 'title' added to his name, that of a rapist. This week, former advice columnist and author E Jean Carroll will finally get her chance to speak in court about the alleged ordeal she had to bear at the hands of the former US president.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/singapore-to-execute-man-over-1-kg-of-cannabis-family-pleads-for-clemency-585425">Singapore to execute man over 1 kg of cannabis, family pleads for clemency</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/23/347278-wion-images-2023-04-23t195807588.png?imwidth=1920" />A 46-year-old Singaporean man will be hanged next week over one kilogram of cannabis in what will be the first execution of the city-state in nearly six months.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mike-pence-may-join-presidential-nomination-race-before-late-june-585445">Mike Pence may join presidential nomination race before 'late June'</a>

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Former US vice president Mike Pence is still non-committal on joining the presidential nomination race. During an interview, Pence said if he was to jump into the primaries, it would be before 'late June' this year.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thousands-of-israelis-protest-against-judicial-overhaul-ahead-of-independence-day-585296">Thousands of Israelis protest against judicial overhaul ahead of independence day</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/23/347217-untitled-design-2023-04-23t144528843.png?imwidth=1920" />Thousands of Israelis took to the streets on Saturday to protest against the judicial overhaul plan of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu which will tighten the government's control on the Supreme Court.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/study-finds-that-medias-climate-crisis-coverage-sparks-fear-and-favours-avoidance-585451">Study finds that media's climate crisis coverage sparks fear and favours avoidance</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/23/347289-new-wion-4.png?imwidth=1920" />A study has revealed that the media's coverage of climate research is, to a large extent, carried out in a way that doesn't provoke action. It claims that the media coverage doesn't inspire the pro-environmental behaviours needed to address the problem.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/are-men-responsible-for-motherhood-on-ice-aka-women-freezing-their-eggs-585342">Are men responsible for 'Motherhood on Ice' a.k.a., women freezing their eggs?</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/23/347242-new-wion-1.png?imwidth=1920" />Oöcyte cryopreservation or women electing to "freeze their eggs," is in trend these days. But is it actually a trend&nbsp;or even "a calculated act by women to hack their fertility" by extending their "ticking clocks" using medical intervention?&nbsp;

As per the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) Ukraine looks set to launch its much-awaited counteroffensive against Russia. This comes as Ukrainian towns and cities, including Kharkiv in the northeast to Odesa in the southwest were bombarded by Russia overnight on Saturday into Sunday.

As per the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) Ukraine looks set to launch its much-awaited counteroffensive against Russia. This comes as Ukrainian towns and cities, including Kharkiv in the northeast to Odesa in the southwest were bombarded by Russia overnight on Saturday into Sunday. In other news, former US president Donald Trump may soon be branded with the title 'rapist,' as the civil trial in which columnist and author E Jean Carroll accuses him of sexual assault begins this week. Click on the headlines to read more: Ukraine looks set to launch a spring counteroffensive, Washington-based think tank says An analysis of the position of Ukrainian troops suggests that Kyiv's much-awaited spring counteroffensive might begin soon. The troops are positioned on the eastern side of the Dnieper River, an early indication of the counter-offensive, a Washington-based think tank said. Russia launches overnight strikes on Ukraine; Kharkiv, Odesa, Zaporizhzhia among hit Russia bombarded Ukrainian towns and cities overnight Saturday into Sunday, Ukrainian officials said. Regions that were attacked with missiles, artillery and drones included Kharkiv in the northeast to Odesa in the southwest, according to the officials. ‘We will not forgive’: Moscow fumes after US allegedly denied visas to Russian journalists for UN visit Russian officials, said visas were never issued for their country’s media representatives who were supposed to accompany the foreign minister for the upcoming United Nations Security Council (UNSC) meeting in New York, United States. Chinese ambassador questions sovereignty of former Soviet countries; France, Ukraine, Baltic nations dismayed China’s ambassador to France has sparked anger and dismay among eastern European countries after questioning the sovereignty of former Soviet countries including Ukraine. Donald Trump may soon carry title of 'rapist' Donald Trump may soon have another 'title' added to his name, that of a rapist. This week, former advice columnist and author E Jean Carroll will finally get her chance to speak in court about the alleged ordeal she had to bear at the hands of the former US president. Singapore to execute man over 1 kg of cannabis, family pleads for clemency A 46-year-old Singaporean man will be hanged next week over one kilogram of cannabis in what will be the first execution of the city-state in nearly six months. Mike Pence may join presidential nomination race before 'late June' Former US vice president Mike Pence is still non-committal on joining the presidential nomination race. During an interview, Pence said if he was to jump into the primaries, it would be before 'late June' this year. Thousands of Israelis protest against judicial overhaul ahead of independence day Thousands of Israelis took to the streets on Saturday to protest against the judicial overhaul plan of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu which will tighten the government's control on the Supreme Court. Study finds that media's climate crisis coverage sparks fear and favours avoidance A study has revealed that the media's coverage of climate research is, to a large extent, carried out in a way that doesn't provoke action. It claims that the media coverage doesn't inspire the pro-environmental behaviours needed to address the problem. Are men responsible for 'Motherhood on Ice' a.k.a., women freezing their eggs? Oöcyte cryopreservation or women electing to "freeze their eggs," is in trend these days. But is it actually a trend or even "a calculated act by women to hack their fertility" by extending their "ticking clocks" using medical intervention?

Top 10 world news: Ukraine's counteroffensive operation, Donald Trump's civil rape trial, and more

In Brazil, a horrible attack by a man wielding an axe-like weapon at a preschool has led to the death of four children, while another four were injured, one of them critically. In other news, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who visited neighbour and ally Poland, was given the nation's highest honour. During Zelensky's visit, Polish president Andrzej Duda said that if the need arises, the nation will give its "whole remaining fleet of MiG-29s to Ukraine". China has meanwhile potentially&nbsp;violated a bilateral pact with the Vatican and appointed a new bishop to Shanghai without consulting the topmost Catholic institution in the world.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/brazil-preschool-attack-leaves-four-children-dead-one-critically-injured-579473">Brazil preschool attack leaves four children dead, injures four others</a>

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An attack on a preschool in Brazil left four children dead early Wednesday, the country's military police confirmed. A fifth child was injured and is said to be in critical condition. Three others were also wounded in the attack.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/zelensky-arrives-in-poland-honoured-with-nations-highest-order-called-the-order-of-white-eagle-579453">In Poland, Zelensky receives highest honour and a promise involving Warsaw's remaining fleet of MiG-29</a>

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday&nbsp;arrived in Poland where he&nbsp;met with the nation's President Andrzej Duda, who honoured him with the order.&nbsp;Following the meeting, the two leaders held a press conference where Duda said that Poland will, if the need arises, give its "whole remaining fleet of MiG-29s to Ukraine".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/genesis-market-famous-cybercrime-website-shut-down-amid-global-law-enforcement-crackdown-579503">Genesis Market: Famous cybercrime website shut down amid global law enforcement crackdown</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/07/12/278699-untitled-design-19.png?imwidth=1920" />A global law enforcement effort has resulted in the closure of one of the largest black markets in the world wherein internet fraudsters could purchase credentials.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/finlands-outgoing-pm-sanna-marin-steps-down-as-party-leader-579476">Finland's outgoing PM Sanna Marin steps down as party leader</a>

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Sanna Marin, the outgoing prime minister of Finland, said on Wednesday that she would step down as the head of the Social Democratic Party at the upcoming party congress in the fall.&nbsp;She expressed the hope that doing so would allow her to&nbsp;“to open a new page in my own life.”&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-unilaterally-appoints-bishop-to-shanghai-violates-the-secret-pact-once-again-579502">China unilaterally appoints bishop to Shanghai, violates the secret pact once again</a>

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The Vatican on Tuesday said China had appointed a new bishop to Shanghai without consulting the topmost catholic institution in the world. The Holy See (the government of the Roman Catholic Church) was informed about the decision a 'few days ago' which is being seen as a violation of a bilateral pact between the two countries.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-eight-years-hiatus-iran-appoints-ambassador-to-uae-579472">After eight-year hiatus, Iran appoints ambassador to UAE</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/03/20/339804-diwcdkpyanncrntonmh6iphdsq.jpg?imwidth=1920" />Iran on Tuesday (April 4) named an ambassador to the United Arab Emirates after nearly eight years, a development which was indicative of further thaw in relations with the Gulf Arab states.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/drone-attack-on-iranian-defence-ministry-complex-foiled-report-579499">Drone attack on Iranian defence ministry complex foiled: Report</a>

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Iran repelled a drone attack on a defence ministry complex in the city of Isfahan overnight, said Iranian Tasnim news agency on Wednesday (April 5). However, the government said that confirming the report required further investigation.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/australian-mayor-threatens-to-sue-openai-over-false-chatgpt-content-579443">Australian mayor threatens to sue OpenAI over false ChatGPT content</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/05/343451-the-battle-for-kyiv-12.png?imwidth=1920" />Japan announced on Wednesday (April 5) that it would provide financial support&nbsp;to help nations strengthen their defences, marking the country's first radical departure from the regulations preventing using foreign aid for military objectives.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-study-sheds-light-on-our-bad-romance-with-earworms-heres-why-that-tune-is-stuck-in-your-head-579490">Study sheds light on our 'Bad Romance' with 'earworms'; here's why that tune is stuck in your head</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/05/343464-new-wion-34.png?imwidth=1920" />We've all been there. You&nbsp;have a song you can't get out of your head, maybe you hate it, but you still find yourself humming its tune. Why does this happen? Turns out there's science behind this. A new study has revealed the science behind earworms and has even come up with a way you can kick them out of your head.&nbsp;

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In Brazil, a horrible attack by a man wielding an axe-like weapon at a preschool has led to the death of four children, while another four were injured, one of them critically.

In Brazil, a horrible attack by a man wielding an axe-like weapon at a preschool has led to the death of four children, while another four were injured, one of them critically. In other news, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who visited neighbour and ally Poland, was given the nation's highest honour. During Zelensky's visit, Polish president Andrzej Duda said that if the need arises, the nation will give its "whole remaining fleet of MiG-29s to Ukraine". China has meanwhile potentially violated a bilateral pact with the Vatican and appointed a new bishop to Shanghai without consulting the topmost Catholic institution in the world. Click on the headlines to read more: Brazil preschool attack leaves four children dead, injures four others An attack on a preschool in Brazil left four children dead early Wednesday, the country's military police confirmed. A fifth child was injured and is said to be in critical condition. Three others were also wounded in the attack. In Poland, Zelensky receives highest honour and a promise involving Warsaw's remaining fleet of MiG-29 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday arrived in Poland where he met with the nation's President Andrzej Duda, who honoured him with the order. Following the meeting, the two leaders held a press conference where Duda said that Poland will, if the need arises, give its "whole remaining fleet of MiG-29s to Ukraine". Genesis Market: Famous cybercrime website shut down amid global law enforcement crackdown A global law enforcement effort has resulted in the closure of one of the largest black markets in the world wherein internet fraudsters could purchase credentials. Finland's outgoing PM Sanna Marin steps down as party leader Sanna Marin, the outgoing prime minister of Finland, said on Wednesday that she would step down as the head of the Social Democratic Party at the upcoming party congress in the fall. She expressed the hope that doing so would allow her to “to open a new page in my own life.” China unilaterally appoints bishop to Shanghai, violates the secret pact once again The Vatican on Tuesday said China had appointed a new bishop to Shanghai without consulting the topmost catholic institution in the world. The Holy See (the government of the Roman Catholic Church) was informed about the decision a 'few days ago' which is being seen as a violation of a bilateral pact between the two countries. After eight-year hiatus, Iran appoints ambassador to UAE Iran on Tuesday (April 4) named an ambassador to the United Arab Emirates after nearly eight years, a development which was indicative of further thaw in relations with the Gulf Arab states. Drone attack on Iranian defence ministry complex foiled: Report Iran repelled a drone attack on a defence ministry complex in the city of Isfahan overnight, said Iranian Tasnim news agency on Wednesday (April 5). However, the government said that confirming the report required further investigation. Australian mayor threatens to sue OpenAI over false ChatGPT content Japan announced on Wednesday (April 5) that it would provide financial support to help nations strengthen their defences, marking the country's first radical departure from the regulations preventing using foreign aid for military objectives. Study sheds light on our 'Bad Romance' with 'earworms'; here's why that tune is stuck in your head We've all been there. You have a song you can't get out of your head, maybe you hate it, but you still find yourself humming its tune. Why does this happen? Turns out there's science behind this. A new study has revealed the science behind earworms and has even come up with a way you can kick them out of your head. Watch | US House speaker McCarthy to meet Taiwan President Tsai in California

Top 10 world news: Brazil preschool attack, Volodymyr Zelensky's Poland visit, and more

Chinese leader Xi Jinping set the geopolitical ball rolling in Moscow as he concluded talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin amid ongoing war in Ukraine. Across the Russian border, in Ukraine, right after concluding his India visit, the Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida paid a visit to Bucha, where Russia is alleged to have committed atrocities on unarmed Ukrainian people.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/xi-in-moscow-chinese-president-holds-talks-with-putin-at-kremlin-discusses-ukraine-574391">Putin holds talks with Chinese President Xi at Kremlin, hails 'special' Russia-China ties</a>

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Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday (March 21) continued with his crucial state visit to Russia as on the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/second-day-of-xi-putin-meet-live-chinese-leader-invites-russias-putin-to-beijing-574261">second day of his three-day official visit</a>, he arrived at the Kremlin to begin formal talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Images released by state television showed both leaders walking side-by-side—displaying a warm friendship.&nbsp;

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Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Tuesday reached Bucha, the region where Russian forces faced accusation of massacring Ukrainian civilians during their Kyiv-region suburb's weeks-long occupation last year.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-boris-johnson-says-no-evidence-to-show-he-deliberately-misled-parliament-574368">Strong earthquake tremors felt in India's capital</a>

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Strong earthquake tremors were felt in India's national capital and the national capital range surrounding it on Tuesday late evening.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/traces-of-covid-19-in-wuhans-animal-market-sparks-debate-over-origin-of-pandemic-574412">Traces of COVID-19 in Wuhan's animal market sparks debate over origin of pandemic</a>

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According to the latest research, the new analysis of samples collected from an animal market in Wuhan, China during the initial days of the pandemic has emerged as the strongest evidence of the fact that coronavirus jumped from animals to humans.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/over-17-billion-worth-of-bonds-become-zero-after-credit-suisse-takeover-by-ubs-574224">Over $17 billion worth of bonds become zero after Credit Suisse takeover by UBS</a>

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Over $17.3 billion worth of bonds issued by the struggling Credit Suisse bank has become worthless overnight after rival UBS Group AG pitched in with the takeover bid. Under the takeover deal, UBS will be writing down the bank's additional tier 1 (AT1) bonds to increase core capital.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/how-much-salary-hike-your-employer-is-planning-in-2023-crucial-report-drops-key-revelations-574317">How much salary hike your employer is planning in 2023? Crucial report drops key revelations</a>

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The rise in salaries in India in 2023 is expected to be slightly lower than the last year, Ernst &amp; Young's 'Future of Pay' survey revealed. While the actual average rise in the salaries of Indian employees was noted at 10.4 per cent, the E&amp;Y's projection pegs the average increase in salaries at 10.2 per cent in 2023 across all job groups.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/chatgpt-ban-companies-formulate-new-policies-to-regulate-use-of-artificial-intelligence-574401">ChatGPT ban? Companies formulate new policies to regulate use of Artificial Intelligence</a>

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Companies across the world are taking measures to regulate the use of OpenAI's ChatGPT&nbsp;at their workplaces. A few have banned the use of ChatGPT, while many are formulating new Human Resource policies to regulate their use.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-origin-laxman-narasimhan-assumes-office-as-ceo-of-starbucks-574170">Indian-origin Laxman Narasimhan assumes office as CEO of Starbucks</a>

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Laxman Narasimhan, an executive of Indian origin, joined the expanding club of business leaders with Indian ancestry who are leading major multinational corporations by officially assuming the position of Chief Executive Officer at the global coffee giant Starbucks.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/dynasty-ii-review-david-attenborough-brings-wildlife-narratives-to-life-in-breathtaking-second-season-574262">Dynasty II review: David Attenborough brings wildlife narratives to life in breathtaking second season</a>

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Dynasties II&nbsp;is the second season of BBC Earth's celebrated&nbsp;Dynasties&nbsp;series, which puts a narrative spin on the animals that inhabit the earth alongside us in an uneasy peace. While the first season told self-contained stories about chimpanzee, emperor penguin, lion, tiger and African wild dog, the second season introduces the puma, elephant, cheetah, and hyena.

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The greatest club in English football could soon have a new owner as bids are in the final stage to take over the famous Reds of Manchester. The 20-time league champions, Manchester United are witnessing a recent phase of off-field activity where the club is the subject of a huge tug-of-war between the riches of Qatar and the British channel with a potential bid of $6 billion. The Old Trafford outfit have attracted a big price in the market despite recently going through a turmoil of events both on and off-field, but how have United attracted such a bid despite going a decade without the Premier League title?

Chinese leader Xi Jinping set the geopolitical ball rolling in Moscow as he concluded talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin amid ongoing war in Ukraine. Across the Russian border, in Ukraine, right after concluding his India visit, the Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida paid a visit to Bucha, where Russia is alleged to have committed atrocities on unarmed Ukrainian people.

Chinese leader Xi Jinping set the geopolitical ball rolling in Moscow as he concluded talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin amid ongoing war in Ukraine. Across the Russian border, in Ukraine, right after concluding his India visit, the Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida paid a visit to Bucha, where Russia is alleged to have committed atrocities on unarmed Ukrainian people. Click on the headlines to read more: Putin holds talks with Chinese President Xi at Kremlin, hails 'special' Russia-China ties Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday (March 21) continued with his crucial state visit to Russia as on the second day of his three-day official visit, he arrived at the Kremlin to begin formal talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Images released by state television showed both leaders walking side-by-side—displaying a warm friendship. Russia-Ukraine war | Japan PM Kishida visits Bucha in Ukraine Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Tuesday reached Bucha, the region where Russian forces faced accusation of massacring Ukrainian civilians during their Kyiv-region suburb's weeks-long occupation last year. Strong earthquake tremors felt in India's capital Strong earthquake tremors were felt in India's national capital and the national capital range surrounding it on Tuesday late evening. Traces of COVID-19 in Wuhan's animal market sparks debate over origin of pandemic According to the latest research, the new analysis of samples collected from an animal market in Wuhan, China during the initial days of the pandemic has emerged as the strongest evidence of the fact that coronavirus jumped from animals to humans. Over $17 billion worth of bonds become zero after Credit Suisse takeover by UBS Over $17.3 billion worth of bonds issued by the struggling Credit Suisse bank has become worthless overnight after rival UBS Group AG pitched in with the takeover bid. Under the takeover deal, UBS will be writing down the bank's additional tier 1 (AT1) bonds to increase core capital. How much salary hike your employer is planning in 2023? Crucial report drops key revelations The rise in salaries in India in 2023 is expected to be slightly lower than the last year, Ernst & Young's 'Future of Pay' survey revealed. While the actual average rise in the salaries of Indian employees was noted at 10.4 per cent, the E&Y's projection pegs the average increase in salaries at 10.2 per cent in 2023 across all job groups. ChatGPT ban? Companies formulate new policies to regulate use of Artificial Intelligence Companies across the world are taking measures to regulate the use of OpenAI's ChatGPT at their workplaces. A few have banned the use of ChatGPT, while many are formulating new Human Resource policies to regulate their use. Indian-origin Laxman Narasimhan assumes office as CEO of Starbucks Laxman Narasimhan, an executive of Indian origin, joined the expanding club of business leaders with Indian ancestry who are leading major multinational corporations by officially assuming the position of Chief Executive Officer at the global coffee giant Starbucks. Dynasty II review: David Attenborough brings wildlife narratives to life in breathtaking second season Dynasties II is the second season of BBC Earth's celebrated Dynasties series, which puts a narrative spin on the animals that inhabit the earth alongside us in an uneasy peace. While the first season told self-contained stories about chimpanzee, emperor penguin, lion, tiger and African wild dog, the second season introduces the puma, elephant, cheetah, and hyena. Explained | Why Manchester United have attracted biggest takeover bid despite recent silverware drought The greatest club in English football could soon have a new owner as bids are in the final stage to take over the famous Reds of Manchester. The 20-time league champions, Manchester United are witnessing a recent phase of off-field activity where the club is the subject of a huge tug-of-war between the riches of Qatar and the British channel with a potential bid of $6 billion. The Old Trafford outfit have attracted a big price in the market despite recently going through a turmoil of events both on and off-field, but how have United attracted such a bid despite going a decade without the Premier League title?

Top 10 world news: China's Xi concludes Russia visit, earthquake jolts South Asia, and more

Pakistan's former prime minister Imran Khan's indictment in an alleged corruption scandal was delayed till March 30 amid dramatic visuals of Khan entering Islamabad courtroom surrounded by his trove of supporters. In the United States, coinciding an eerie similarity to the comments made by Imran Khan in recent days, former US president Donald Trump claimed that he will be 'arrested' on Tuesday. Meanwhile, the Black Sea Grain deal was extended despite Russian apprehensions about it&nbsp;in recent days.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/imran-khan-updates-ex-pak-pms-indictment-in-toshakhana-case-delayed-until-march-30-573406">Imran Khan updates:&nbsp;Ex-Pak PM's indictment in Toshakhana case delayed until March 30</a>

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Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan's indictment in the Toshakhana case has been delayed until march 30, and he was allowed to go back after marking attendance outside the Islamabad Judicial Complex on Saturday (March 18).

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Former US president Donald Trump claimed on Saturday (March 18) that he was expecting to get "arrested" on Tuesday next week and exhorted his supporters to start protests.

Citing a "leak" from the Manhattan district attorney's office, Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform on Saturday morning:&nbsp;"Leading Republican candidate &amp; former President of the United States of America will be arrested on Tuesday of next week. Protest, take our nation back!"

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-grain-deal-has-been-extended-says-turkeys-erdogan-573412">Ukraine grain deal has been extended, says Turkey’s President Erdogan hours before deadline</a>

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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Saturday (March 18) announced an extension of a deal that allowed exports of Ukrainian grains following Russia's invasion of the country.

Ukraine is one of the top grain producers in the world. The Russian invasion of Ukraine had impeded the passage of grain ships. This had in turn raised the specter of a global food crisis before Turkey and the United Nations brokered a deal between Russia and Ukraine&nbsp;for the passage of grain shipments.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/french-union-members-police-clash-over-emmanuel-macrons-controversial-pension-reform-plan-573214">French union members, police clash over Emmanuel Macron’s controversial pension reforms</a>

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The unrest over French President Emmanuel Macron’s controversial pension reforms turned violent as protesters and the police clashed with each other in central Paris.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pretext-of-iraq-war-just-an-excuse-tony-blair-denounces-putins-ukraine-invasion-573321">Pretext of Iraq war just an ‘excuse’: Tony Blair denounces Putin’s Ukraine invasion</a>

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Former UK prime minister Tony Blair rebuked Russian President Vladimir Putin saying the Iraq war was about introducing democracy and Putin using its pretext for Ukraine's invasion is nothing but an "excuse" as Kyiv poses no threat to its neighbours.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/early-morning-shooting-incident-at-ohio-nightclub-leaves-many-dead-4-injured-573420">Early morning shooting incident at Ohio nightclub leaves many dead, 4 injured</a>

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Ohio's Columbus was rocked by an early morning shooting incident at a night club, that left two people dead and four wounded, Ohio authorities said. The shooting incident comes in a US state marred by a disastrous train derailment that left a toxic trail of chemical spillage in the East Palestine area of the state, less than 200 km southwest of Columbus.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/lack-of-love-and-hugs-cause-drug-overdose-deaths-in-america-mexicos-president-573336">'Lack of love and hugs' cause drug overdose deaths in America: Mexico's President</a>

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The growing number of young Americans dying due to drug overdose is because the families in the United States do not hug their kids enough, Mexico's President Andrés Manuel López Obrador said while referring to the ongoing fentanyl crisis in the U.S. whose origin is blamed on Mexican drug cartels.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/singapore-in-a-first-elderly-penguins-undergo-cataract-surgery-receive-custom-lenses-573312">Singapore: In a first, elderly penguins undergo cataract surgery, receive custom lenses</a>

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In a "world first," cataract surgeries on elderly penguins were successfully executed, and replacement lenses were installed&nbsp;at Singapore's Jurong Bird Park. Post surgery, the six penguins seem to be more "active" and with a spring in their step, reported the Mirror.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/the-crown-season-6-first-look-of-prince-william-kate-middleton-unveiled-573239">The Crown Season 6: First look of Prince William, Kate Middleton unveiled</a>

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The much-anticipated&nbsp;sixth season of&nbsp;The Crown&nbsp;is currently being filmed in St Andrews, Scotland. According to early reports, the next phase of Netflix's flagship show will&nbsp;feature Ed McVey and Meg Bellamy as Prince William and Kate Middleton, respectively.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/miami-open-novak-djokovic-denied-entry-into-us-set-to-miss-yet-another-masters-event-for-unvaccinated-status-573408">Miami Open: Novak Djokovic denied entry into US; set to miss yet another Masters event for unvaccinated status</a>

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Novak Djokovic will miss next week's Miami Open after the Serbian was denied an exemption that would have allowed him to enter the U.S. despite not being vaccinated against COVID-19, tournament director James Blake said on Friday (March 17).

Pakistan's former prime minister Imran Khan's indictment in an alleged corruption scandal was delayed till March 30 amid dramatic visuals of Khan entering Islamabad courtroom surrounded by his trove of supporters.

Pakistan's former prime minister Imran Khan's indictment in an alleged corruption scandal was delayed till March 30 amid dramatic visuals of Khan entering Islamabad courtroom surrounded by his trove of supporters. In the United States, coinciding an eerie similarity to the comments made by Imran Khan in recent days, former US president Donald Trump claimed that he will be 'arrested' on Tuesday. Meanwhile, the Black Sea Grain deal was extended despite Russian apprehensions about it in recent days. Click here to read more: Imran Khan updates: Ex-Pak PM's indictment in Toshakhana case delayed until March 30 Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan's indictment in the Toshakhana case has been delayed until march 30, and he was allowed to go back after marking attendance outside the Islamabad Judicial Complex on Saturday (March 18). US: Donald Trump claims he’ll be ‘arrested’ on Tuesday, exhorts followers to stage protests Former US president Donald Trump claimed on Saturday (March 18) that he was expecting to get "arrested" on Tuesday next week and exhorted his supporters to start protests. Citing a "leak" from the Manhattan district attorney's office, Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform on Saturday morning: "Leading Republican candidate & former President of the United States of America will be arrested on Tuesday of next week. Protest, take our nation back!" Ukraine grain deal has been extended, says Turkey’s President Erdogan hours before deadline Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Saturday (March 18) announced an extension of a deal that allowed exports of Ukrainian grains following Russia's invasion of the country. Ukraine is one of the top grain producers in the world. The Russian invasion of Ukraine had impeded the passage of grain ships. This had in turn raised the specter of a global food crisis before Turkey and the United Nations brokered a deal between Russia and Ukraine for the passage of grain shipments. French union members, police clash over Emmanuel Macron’s controversial pension reforms The unrest over French President Emmanuel Macron’s controversial pension reforms turned violent as protesters and the police clashed with each other in central Paris. Pretext of Iraq war just an ‘excuse’: Tony Blair denounces Putin’s Ukraine invasion Former UK prime minister Tony Blair rebuked Russian President Vladimir Putin saying the Iraq war was about introducing democracy and Putin using its pretext for Ukraine's invasion is nothing but an "excuse" as Kyiv poses no threat to its neighbours. Early morning shooting incident at Ohio nightclub leaves many dead, 4 injured Ohio's Columbus was rocked by an early morning shooting incident at a night club, that left two people dead and four wounded, Ohio authorities said. The shooting incident comes in a US state marred by a disastrous train derailment that left a toxic trail of chemical spillage in the East Palestine area of the state, less than 200 km southwest of Columbus. 'Lack of love and hugs' cause drug overdose deaths in America: Mexico's President The growing number of young Americans dying due to drug overdose is because the families in the United States do not hug their kids enough, Mexico's President Andrés Manuel López Obrador said while referring to the ongoing fentanyl crisis in the U.S. whose origin is blamed on Mexican drug cartels. Singapore: In a first, elderly penguins undergo cataract surgery, receive custom lenses In a "world first," cataract surgeries on elderly penguins were successfully executed, and replacement lenses were installed at Singapore's Jurong Bird Park. Post surgery, the six penguins seem to be more "active" and with a spring in their step, reported the Mirror. The Crown Season 6: First look of Prince William, Kate Middleton unveiled The much-anticipated sixth season of The Crown is currently being filmed in St Andrews, Scotland. According to early reports, the next phase of Netflix's flagship show will feature Ed McVey and Meg Bellamy as Prince William and Kate Middleton, respectively. Miami Open: Novak Djokovic denied entry into US; set to miss yet another Masters event for unvaccinated status Novak Djokovic will miss next week's Miami Open after the Serbian was denied an exemption that would have allowed him to enter the U.S. despite not being vaccinated against COVID-19, tournament director James Blake said on Friday (March 17).

Top 10 world news: Imran Khan's Toshakhana hearing postponed, Trump claims imminent arrest, and more

North Korea has fired a short-range ballistic missile into the sea, said the South Korean military on Thursday (March 9). In other news, as&nbsp;India prepares to hold the Shanghai cooperation organisation (SCO) Chief Justice meeting from 10-12 March, Pakistan is the only country to skip the meeting. Meanwhile, former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan along with at least three close aides was booked with charges of murder and terrorism on Thursday, a day after a member of Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party died amid the use of force by police to disperse a PTI rally in Lahore. Finally, we also bring you live updates from the Ukraine war.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-fires-short-range-ballistic-missile-says-south-korean-military-570253">N Korea has fired short-range ballistic missile, says South Korean military</a>

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The missile landed in the western waters of the Korean peninsula. According to South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff, the ballistic missile was fired from an area around the western coastal city of Nampo.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-war-live-power-out-in-odesa-kharkiv-following-thursday-strikes-570092">Ukraine war LIVE | Ukraine says power restored to Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant</a>

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Early morning missile strikes were reported from Odesa on Thursday, with the region's energy infrastructure hit. The attacks also damaged residential buildings, Maxim Marchenko, head of the Odesa regional military administration, said. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told CNN in an interview that he won't meet Russian President Vladimir Putin till his forces leave Ukraine&nbsp;as he doesn't trust him.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/shot-snubbed-soon-to-be-jailed-ex-pak-pm-imran-khan-says-he-will-be-arrested-and-sent-to-balochistan-570340">Shot, snubbed, soon-to-be jailed? Ex-Pak PM Imran Khan says he will be arrested and 'sent to Balochistan'</a>

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The development occurred after the Lahore Police claimed that two deputy superintendents of police (DSPs), one station house officer (SHO) and eight constables were injured while maintaining the law and order at Imran Khan's rally on Thursday.

Addressing a Press Conference on Thursday, Imran Khan hailed the deceased PTI worker as a "special child" and a "passionate worker".&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-has-stolen-us-military-data-to-develop-more-advanced-fifth-generation-jet-f-20-claims-experts-570295">China stole US military data to develop more advanced fifth-generation fighter jet J-20, claim experts</a>

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China now has an advanced fifth-generation fighter jet J-20 because it&nbsp;copied&nbsp;US military tech and could pose&nbsp;more challenges for the American military in future if necessary steps aren't taken to safeguard weapon information, US defence experts claimed.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-to-host-sco-chief-justice-meet-from-10-11-march-pakistan-only-virtual-attendee-570243">Pakistan to skip India-chaired SCO Chief Justice meet</a>

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&nbsp;The meeting comes given India is the chair of the grouping &amp; as a protocol, extended invite to all the members of the grouping. The 20-year-old group has members from Russia, India, China, Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-all-set-to-move-its-capital-from-jakarta-to-borneo-environmentalists-raise-concern-570336">Indonesia all set to move its capital from Jakarta to Borneo, environmentalists raise concern</a>

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Indonesia is all set to move its capital from Jakarta to Borneo over environmental issues such as it being congested, sinking into seawater, and being prone to earthquakes.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tunisia-boat-tragedy-14-people-from-sub-saharan-africa-drown-off-the-coast-54-rescued-570309">Tunisia boat tragedy: 14 people from sub-Saharan Africa drown off the coast, 54 rescued</a>

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Fourteen migrants from sub-Saharan Africa have drowned off the coast of Tunisia, the coastguard said on Thursday. The Tunisian authorities said that they discovered a sunken boat from which they rescued 54 people of various sub-Saharan African nationalities. The authorities recovered 14 dead bodies from the spot.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-protests-labour-union-says-it-has-cut-power-to-paris-olympics-sites-570274">France protests: Labour union says it has cut power to Paris Olympics sites</a>

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French labour union said on Thursday that they have&nbsp;cut the power to Paris 2024 Olympic building sites, news agency AFP reported. The development comes after the French&nbsp;senate on Thursday voted to raise the retirement age by two years to 64, in the face of strong opposition from labour unions.

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North Korea has fired a short-range ballistic missile into the sea, said the South Korean military on Thursday (March 9). In other news, as India prepares to hold the Shanghai cooperation organisation (SCO) Chief Justice meeting from 10-12 March, Pakistan is the only country to skip the meeting.

North Korea has fired a short-range ballistic missile into the sea, said the South Korean military on Thursday (March 9). In other news, as India prepares to hold the Shanghai cooperation organisation (SCO) Chief Justice meeting from 10-12 March, Pakistan is the only country to skip the meeting. Meanwhile, former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan along with at least three close aides was booked with charges of murder and terrorism on Thursday, a day after a member of Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party died amid the use of force by police to disperse a PTI rally in Lahore. Finally, we also bring you live updates from the Ukraine war. Click on the news headline to read more: N Korea has fired short-range ballistic missile, says South Korean military The missile landed in the western waters of the Korean peninsula. According to South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff, the ballistic missile was fired from an area around the western coastal city of Nampo. Ukraine war LIVE | Ukraine says power restored to Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant Early morning missile strikes were reported from Odesa on Thursday, with the region's energy infrastructure hit. The attacks also damaged residential buildings, Maxim Marchenko, head of the Odesa regional military administration, said. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told CNN in an interview that he won't meet Russian President Vladimir Putin till his forces leave Ukraine as he doesn't trust him. Shot, snubbed, soon-to-be jailed? Ex-Pak PM Imran Khan says he will be arrested and 'sent to Balochistan' The development occurred after the Lahore Police claimed that two deputy superintendents of police (DSPs), one station house officer (SHO) and eight constables were injured while maintaining the law and order at Imran Khan's rally on Thursday. Addressing a Press Conference on Thursday, Imran Khan hailed the deceased PTI worker as a "special child" and a "passionate worker". China stole US military data to develop more advanced fifth-generation fighter jet J-20, claim experts China now has an advanced fifth-generation fighter jet J-20 because it copied US military tech and could pose more challenges for the American military in future if necessary steps aren't taken to safeguard weapon information, US defence experts claimed. Pakistan to skip India-chaired SCO Chief Justice meet The meeting comes given India is the chair of the grouping & as a protocol, extended invite to all the members of the grouping. The 20-year-old group has members from Russia, India, China, Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. Indonesia all set to move its capital from Jakarta to Borneo, environmentalists raise concern Indonesia is all set to move its capital from Jakarta to Borneo over environmental issues such as it being congested, sinking into seawater, and being prone to earthquakes. Tunisia boat tragedy: 14 people from sub-Saharan Africa drown off the coast, 54 rescued Fourteen migrants from sub-Saharan Africa have drowned off the coast of Tunisia, the coastguard said on Thursday. The Tunisian authorities said that they discovered a sunken boat from which they rescued 54 people of various sub-Saharan African nationalities. The authorities recovered 14 dead bodies from the spot. France protests: Labour union says it has cut power to Paris Olympics sites French labour union said on Thursday that they have cut the power to Paris 2024 Olympic building sites, news agency AFP reported. The development comes after the French senate on Thursday voted to raise the retirement age by two years to 64, in the face of strong opposition from labour unions. Watch |Nepal presidential polls 2023 Watch | Lahore HC overturns PEMRA ban against Imran Khan | WION Dispatch

Top 10 world news: North Korea fires another missile, Ukraine war updates, and more

UK Home Secretary Suella Braverman laid down the government’s Illegal Migration Bill before the House of Commons in London on Tuesday. In other news,&nbsp;a court in Pakistan's capital Islamabad suspended the non-bailable arrest warrants issued against PTI chief Imran Khan till March 13. Finally, we bring you the latest updates from the Bangladesh blast&nbsp;and protests in France.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-home-secretary-suella-braverman-lays-down-governments-illegal-migration-bill-before-house-of-commons-569591">UK Home Secretary Suella Braverman lays down Illegal Migration Bill before House of Commons</a>

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This comes as the UK is mooting ways to deal with the issue of illegal immigrants crossing from the English Channel in small boats. Braverman while addressing the House of Commons expressed her apprehensions around the illegal migrants trickling down on UK shores.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-defence-secretary-lloyd-austin-visits-iraq-vows-defence-support-against-daesh-569575">US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin visits Iraq, vows defence support against Daesh</a>

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With an aim to repair the relations which were impeded during the US invasion 20 years ago, US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin paid a surprise visit to Iraq on Tuesday.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bangladesh-explosion-live-updates-blast-in-dhakas-gulistan-claimed-11-lives-100-injured-569625">Bangladesh Explosion LIVE UPDATES: Blast in Dhaka’s Gulistan kills at least 15, injures 100</a>

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Some passengers on board a local bus which was standing right next to the building where the blast was reported, have been injured. Several pedestrians were injured too. Dhaka Medical College struggled to cope up with the pressure of the incoming passengers as more than 100 were injured.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-protests-live-macrons-pension-reforms-brings-country-to-standstill-train-services-cancelled-569563">France protests LIVE: Macron's pension reforms bring country to standstill, high turnout for protests in Paris</a>

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The trade union strikes which started in mid-January after President Emmanuel Macron's pension reforms continued on Tuesday with no signs to die down anytime soon.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/islamabad-court-suspends-pak-ex-pm-imran-khans-arrest-warrants-till-march-13-in-toshakhana-case-569666">Islamabad court suspends Pak ex-PM Imran Khan's arrest warrants till March 13 in Toshakhana case</a>

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According to Dawn, Chief Justice Aamer Farooq announced the verdict around 6 pm and directed the 70-year-old leader to appear before the district and sessions court on March 13.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkey-syria-earthquake-un-estimates-damages-of-over-100-billion-569631">Turkey-Syria earthquake: UN estimates damages of over $100 billion</a>

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The United Nations said Tuesday (March 7) that the damage caused by the 7.8-magnitude earthquake that devastated Turkey and Syria last month has been assessed at over $100 billion for Turkey alone.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-couple-sues-snorkeling-company-of-5-million-for-abandoning-them-in-the-middle-of-the-ocean-569681">US: Couple sues snorkeling company of $5 million for abandoning them in the middle of the ocean</a>

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A California couple on their honeymoon in Hawaii filed a USD5 million lawsuit against a snorkelling firm after they claimed to have been abandoned&nbsp;in the water for almost an hour.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-bjps-ravi-shankar-prasad-slams-rahul-gandhi-for-seeking-foreign-intervention-569665">India: BJP's Ravi Shankar Prasad slams Rahul Gandhi for ‘seeking foreign intervention’</a>

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Federal Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for 'shaming' India's democracy, polity, parliament, judicial system, and security 'for seeking foreign intervention' on Tuesday (March 7).&nbsp;

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UK Home Secretary Suella Braverman laid down the government’s Illegal Migration Bill before the House of Commons in London on Tuesday. In other news, a court in Pakistan's capital Islamabad suspended the non-bailable arrest warrants issued against PTI chief Imran Khan till March 13.

UK Home Secretary Suella Braverman laid down the government’s Illegal Migration Bill before the House of Commons in London on Tuesday. In other news, a court in Pakistan's capital Islamabad suspended the non-bailable arrest warrants issued against PTI chief Imran Khan till March 13. Finally, we bring you the latest updates from the Bangladesh blast and protests in France. Click on the headlines to read more: UK Home Secretary Suella Braverman lays down Illegal Migration Bill before House of Commons This comes as the UK is mooting ways to deal with the issue of illegal immigrants crossing from the English Channel in small boats. Braverman while addressing the House of Commons expressed her apprehensions around the illegal migrants trickling down on UK shores. US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin visits Iraq, vows defence support against Daesh With an aim to repair the relations which were impeded during the US invasion 20 years ago, US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin paid a surprise visit to Iraq on Tuesday. Bangladesh Explosion LIVE UPDATES: Blast in Dhaka’s Gulistan kills at least 15, injures 100 Some passengers on board a local bus which was standing right next to the building where the blast was reported, have been injured. Several pedestrians were injured too. Dhaka Medical College struggled to cope up with the pressure of the incoming passengers as more than 100 were injured. France protests LIVE: Macron's pension reforms bring country to standstill, high turnout for protests in Paris The trade union strikes which started in mid-January after President Emmanuel Macron's pension reforms continued on Tuesday with no signs to die down anytime soon. Islamabad court suspends Pak ex-PM Imran Khan's arrest warrants till March 13 in Toshakhana case According to Dawn, Chief Justice Aamer Farooq announced the verdict around 6 pm and directed the 70-year-old leader to appear before the district and sessions court on March 13. Turkey-Syria earthquake: UN estimates damages of over $100 billion The United Nations said Tuesday (March 7) that the damage caused by the 7.8-magnitude earthquake that devastated Turkey and Syria last month has been assessed at over $100 billion for Turkey alone. US: Couple sues snorkeling company of $5 million for abandoning them in the middle of the ocean A California couple on their honeymoon in Hawaii filed a USD5 million lawsuit against a snorkelling firm after they claimed to have been abandoned in the water for almost an hour. India: BJP's Ravi Shankar Prasad slams Rahul Gandhi for ‘seeking foreign intervention’ Federal Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for 'shaming' India's democracy, polity, parliament, judicial system, and security 'for seeking foreign intervention' on Tuesday (March 7). Watch | Four American citizens travelling to Mexico kidnapped at gunpoint Watch | At least 15 killed as torrential rain triggers landslides in Indonesia | WION Climate Tracker

Top 10 world news: Bangladesh explosion updates, US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin visits Iraq, & more

China slammed US for ordering to ban the Chinese video-sharing network TikTok from work phones of its federal employees. Terming the Washington's move to outlaw TikTok an "overreaction", Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said, "We firmly oppose those wrong actions". In other news,&nbsp;Indian equity benchmark index, the Sensex, has dropped by over 2,000 points, and domestic have fallen for seven straight trading sessions as of Monday, leading to investors' wealth erosion of over $120 billion.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-says-us-overreacting-by-banning-tiktok-on-federal-devices-566857">China says US 'overreacting' by banning TikTok on federal devices</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/02/28/335555-untitled-design-2023-02-28t193156492.png?imwidth=1920" />US and China tensions are already exacerbated by two fresh controversies around Russia's war on Ukraine and COVID-19 origins. Amid this, another one played out on Tuesday when China struck back at US for stepping up its attempts to ban the Chinese video-sharing network TikTok from work phones of its federal employees.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/a-paranoid-president-us-abandonment-new-report-reveals-why-afghan-forces-collapsed-after-us-withdrawal-566832">A 'paranoid' president, US 'abandonment'— new report on why Afghan forces collapsed after American withdrawal</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/02/28/335540-untitled-design.png?imwidth=1920" />The dramatic collapse of Afghanistan's armed forces in 2021 which allowed a Taliban takeover of Kabul's corridors of power, was made possible by ethnic divisions in the Afghan National Defense and Security Forces (ANDSF) and the lack of US airstrikes targeting Taliban leadership after 2019, the latest report by Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction (SIGAR) revealed on February 28.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/120-billion-wiped-out-in-seven-days-of-indian-stocks-meltdown-566701">$120 billion wiped out in seven days of Indian stocks meltdown</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2018/09/11/30157-6reuters-20171006081624.JPG?imwidth=1920" />Indian equity benchmark index, the Sensex, has dropped by over 2,000 points, and domestic have fallen for seven straight trading sessions as of Monday, leading to investors' wealth erosion of over $120 billion. Those losses come after the main benchmarks suffered their worst weekly selloff of the year on worries of aggressive interest-rate hikes.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nikki-haley-makes-big-claim-on-covid-19-demands-aid-cut-to-communist-china-566630">Nikki Haley makes big claim on COVID-19, demands aid cut to 'communist' China</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/02/26/334992-the-battle-for-kyiv-14.png?imwidth=1920" />US presidential hopeful Nikki Haley has trained her guns on China and said COVID-19 came from a Chinese lab. In a brief Twitter rant, she added that all US aid to the 'communist' country should be cut.&nbsp;Haley's tweet comes a day after a classified and updated document by the US Energy Department claimed that the COVID-19 virus emerged from a lab leak.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explained-what-is-the-controversy-surrounding-eric-garcetti-bidens-pick-for-us-envoy-to-india-566836">EXPLAINED | What is the controversy surrounding Eric Garcetti? Biden's pick for US envoy to India</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/02/28/335543-weekend-banner-4.png?imwidth=1920" />Eric Garcetti's candidature is expected to be heard on Tuesday (February 28) by the US Senate Foreign Relations Committee, more than a year after he was initially considered as a potential American ambassador to India in&nbsp;2021.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-military-says-it-conducted-drills-after-brief-closure-of-st-petersburg-airport-566828">Russian military says it conducted drills during brief closure of St. Petersburg airport</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/02/28/335538-wion-images-28.png?imwidth=1920" />The Russian defence ministry said it carried out drills involving interceptor jets after St. Petersburg’s Pulkovo Airport was shut for nearly an hour and diverted all the flights, on Tuesday (February 28). A&nbsp;statement by the defence ministry was issued hours after at least five flights from the capital city of Moscow to the Russian city of St. Petersburg were diverted and after the&nbsp;flight resumed operations.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-foreign-minister-qin-gang-will-visit-india-to-upcoming-attend-g20-meeting-566775">Chinese foreign minister Qin Gang will visit India to attend upcoming G20 meeting</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/02/28/335508-wion-images-27.png?imwidth=1920" />Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang will travel to India this week for the G20 foreign ministers meeting on March 2, said the ministry, on Tuesday (February 28). Qin became the foreign minister earlier this year replacing his predecessor Wang Yi who had held the position for nearly a decade.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/are-swedish-gangs-receiving-weapons-destined-for-ukraine-566776">Are Swedish gangs receiving weapons destined for Ukraine?</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/02/28/335509-copy-of-untitled-4.png?imwidth=1920" />Criminal gangs in Sweden may have access to far more powerful weapons, possibly shipped from Ukraine, according to a report by Sputnik News. The arms smugglers in the second-largest city of&nbsp;Gothenburg have been receiving requests to procure weapons from the conflict-hit regions of Ukraine.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-bestselling-author-and-democrat-marianne-williamson-announces-2024-presidential-bid-566840">US: Bestselling author and Democrat Marianne Williamson announces 2024 presidential bid</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/02/28/335545-mariaane.jpeg?imwidth=1920" />Marianne Williamson, a self-help author and a Democrat who unsuccessfully ran for the 2020 presidential election, has announced that she would be contesting for the White House again in 2024.&nbsp;She is the first major Democrat to challenge Joe Biden for his party’s nomination in 2024.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/indian-speedster-jasprit-bumrah-ruled-out-of-ipl-2023-report-566887">Indian speedster Jasprit Bumrah ruled out of IPL 2023 - Report</a>

<img alt="Jasprit Bumrah returns for Sri Lanka T20Is and Australia ODIs" src="https://resources.pulse.icc-cricket.com/photo-resources/2019/12/23/6dd355de-08a3-4018-b1b2-44e1e643cb57/GettyImages-1133825979.jpg?width=640&amp;height=360" />Indian speedster Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 because of the back injury he sustained in last August, according to ESPNCricinfo. Bumrah did try to make a comeback a couple of times but the injury, for which he's undergoing a rehab in National Cricket Academy (NCA), kept getting serious.

China slammed US for ordering to ban the Chinese video-sharing network TikTok from work phones of its federal employees. Terming the Washington's move to outlaw TikTok an "overreaction", Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said, "We firmly oppose those wrong actions".

China slammed US for ordering to ban the Chinese video-sharing network TikTok from work phones of its federal employees. Terming the Washington's move to outlaw TikTok an "overreaction", Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said, "We firmly oppose those wrong actions". In other news, Indian equity benchmark index, the Sensex, has dropped by over 2,000 points, and domestic have fallen for seven straight trading sessions as of Monday, leading to investors' wealth erosion of over $120 billion. Click on the headlines to read more: China says US 'overreacting' by banning TikTok on federal devices US and China tensions are already exacerbated by two fresh controversies around Russia's war on Ukraine and COVID-19 origins. Amid this, another one played out on Tuesday when China struck back at US for stepping up its attempts to ban the Chinese video-sharing network TikTok from work phones of its federal employees. A 'paranoid' president, US 'abandonment'— new report on why Afghan forces collapsed after American withdrawal The dramatic collapse of Afghanistan's armed forces in 2021 which allowed a Taliban takeover of Kabul's corridors of power, was made possible by ethnic divisions in the Afghan National Defense and Security Forces (ANDSF) and the lack of US airstrikes targeting Taliban leadership after 2019, the latest report by Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction (SIGAR) revealed on February 28. $120 billion wiped out in seven days of Indian stocks meltdown Indian equity benchmark index, the Sensex, has dropped by over 2,000 points, and domestic have fallen for seven straight trading sessions as of Monday, leading to investors' wealth erosion of over $120 billion. Those losses come after the main benchmarks suffered their worst weekly selloff of the year on worries of aggressive interest-rate hikes. Nikki Haley makes big claim on COVID-19, demands aid cut to 'communist' China US presidential hopeful Nikki Haley has trained her guns on China and said COVID-19 came from a Chinese lab. In a brief Twitter rant, she added that all US aid to the 'communist' country should be cut. Haley's tweet comes a day after a classified and updated document by the US Energy Department claimed that the COVID-19 virus emerged from a lab leak. EXPLAINED | What is the controversy surrounding Eric Garcetti? Biden's pick for US envoy to India Eric Garcetti's candidature is expected to be heard on Tuesday (February 28) by the US Senate Foreign Relations Committee, more than a year after he was initially considered as a potential American ambassador to India in 2021. Russian military says it conducted drills during brief closure of St. Petersburg airport The Russian defence ministry said it carried out drills involving interceptor jets after St. Petersburg’s Pulkovo Airport was shut for nearly an hour and diverted all the flights, on Tuesday (February 28). A statement by the defence ministry was issued hours after at least five flights from the capital city of Moscow to the Russian city of St. Petersburg were diverted and after the flight resumed operations. Chinese foreign minister Qin Gang will visit India to attend upcoming G20 meeting Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang will travel to India this week for the G20 foreign ministers meeting on March 2, said the ministry, on Tuesday (February 28). Qin became the foreign minister earlier this year replacing his predecessor Wang Yi who had held the position for nearly a decade. Are Swedish gangs receiving weapons destined for Ukraine? Criminal gangs in Sweden may have access to far more powerful weapons, possibly shipped from Ukraine, according to a report by Sputnik News. The arms smugglers in the second-largest city of Gothenburg have been receiving requests to procure weapons from the conflict-hit regions of Ukraine. US: Bestselling author and Democrat Marianne Williamson announces 2024 presidential bid Marianne Williamson, a self-help author and a Democrat who unsuccessfully ran for the 2020 presidential election, has announced that she would be contesting for the White House again in 2024. She is the first major Democrat to challenge Joe Biden for his party’s nomination in 2024. Indian speedster Jasprit Bumrah ruled out of IPL 2023 - Report Indian speedster Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 because of the back injury he sustained in last August, according to ESPNCricinfo. Bumrah did try to make a comeback a couple of times but the injury, for which he's undergoing a rehab in National Cricket Academy (NCA), kept getting serious.

Top 10 world news: China slams US for TikTok ban order, Indian stock market bleeds and more

Russian President Vladimir Putin&nbsp;accused NATO members of taking part in the&nbsp;Ukraine&nbsp;conflict by donating arms to the country and said the West planned to break up Russia. In Italy, fifty eight&nbsp;migrants died and 80 others survived after their boat sank off the Italian coastal city of Crotone in the southern region of Calabria.&nbsp;A helicopter operated by the African Union (AU) peace mission crashed in Somalia's Lower Shabelle region on Saturday (February 25), killing three people and injuring eight others.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/live-ukraine-war-putin-says-war-a-battle-for-russias-survival-566074">Putin accuses NATO of taking part in conflict with arms supplies</a>

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Putin has accused NATO members of taking part in the&nbsp;Ukraine&nbsp;conflict by donating arms to the country and said the West planned to break up Russia.

"They are sending tens of billions of dollars in weapons to&nbsp;Ukraine. This really is participation," Putin said in an interview with the Rossiya-1 channel.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/italy-over-30-dead-after-migrant-boat-sinks-off-coastal-city-of-crotone-566077">Italy: 58 dead as overloaded boat ferrying migrants breaks apart, sinks off coastal city of Crotone</a>

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Fifty-eight migrants died and 80 others survived after their boat sank off the Italian coastal city of Crotone in the southern region of Calabria on Sunday (February 26). Speaking to the news agency Reuters, Danilo Maida, a spokesperson for the firefighters' service in Calabria, said that firefighters and other emergency workers were looking for more survivors at sea using jet skis, but conditions were harsh, making the search difficult.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/africa/somalia-helicopter-crashes-in-lower-shabelle-region-killing-3-injuring-8-566138">Somalia: Helicopter crashes in Lower Shabelle region, killing 3, injuring 8</a>

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A helicopter operated by the African Union (AU) peace mission crashed in Somalia's Lower Shabelle region on Saturday (February 25), killing three people and injuring eight others. A statement by the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) on Sunday said 11 passengers, including officers from Somalia's army, were aboard the helicopter. The helicopter was on a joint familiarisation training mission for Casualty Evacuation (CASEVAC) drills.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-politician-manish-sisodia-arrested-by-indias-top-investigation-body-in-liquor-policy-row-566115">India: Delhi deputy CM Manish Sisodia arrested by CBI in liquor policy graft case</a>

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India's Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Sunday arrested New Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia in a case linked to alleged corruption in excise policy, which has now been scrapped.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/will-cut-every-cent-sent-to-enemies-nikki-haley-pledges-to-stop-aid-to-pak-china-566034">'Will cut every cent sent to enemies': Nikki Haley pledges to stop all aid for Pak, China</a>

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Nikki Haley, who has announced to run for the presidential candidate of&nbsp;the Republican Party, has declared that if elected, she will stop all foreign aid to nations that hate the US. This entails&nbsp;China, Pakistan, and other adversaries as "a strong America doesn't pay off the bad guys."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-israelis-shot-dead-by-palestinian-gunman-in-west-bank-in-suspected-terror-attack-566121">Two Israelis shot dead in West Bank in 'Palestinian terror attack', says government</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/02/26/335039-wion-images-2.png?imwidth=1920" />Two Israeli civilians were killed in a suspected terror attack, on Sunday (February 26) in the northern West Bank town of Huwara, near Nablus, as per local media reports citing officials. According to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), a Palestinian gunman opened fire at an Israeli-owned car and fled the scene. Subsequently, the two victims were taken to the hospital where they later passed away.&nbsp;

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Prime Minister Rishi Sunak of Britain on February 26 vowed to fix the Brexit challenges, saying that his administration will pursue a new deal with the European Union to resolve the Northern Ireland Protocol. This protocol is a trading arrangement, negotiated during Brexit talks by previous Prime Ministers Theresa May and Boris Johnson, that allows goods to be transported across the Irish land border without the need for checks.

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German Chancellor Olaf Scholz was spotted enjoying a cup of tea in the streets of India during his visit to the South Asian nation. In a Twitter post on Sunday by the German Embassy in India, Scholz was seen in front of a tea stall.&nbsp;

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In February 2019, less than two weeks after a terrorist attack on Indian troops in Jammu and Kashmir took the lives of 40 Indian men in uniform, New Delhi launched air raids at secretive Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorist training camps in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province's Balakot.&nbsp;

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History was created in Cape Town on Sunday when Australia&nbsp;won their sixth ICC Women's T20 World Cup title,&nbsp;beating South Africa by 19 runs.&nbsp;Playing their seventh successive T20 WC final, this was Southern Stars' third trophy win on the trot.

Russian President Vladimir Putin accused NATO members of taking part in the Ukraine conflict by donating arms to the country and said the West planned to break up Russia.

Russian President Vladimir Putin accused NATO members of taking part in the Ukraine conflict by donating arms to the country and said the West planned to break up Russia. In Italy, fifty eight migrants died and 80 others survived after their boat sank off the Italian coastal city of Crotone in the southern region of Calabria. A helicopter operated by the African Union (AU) peace mission crashed in Somalia's Lower Shabelle region on Saturday (February 25), killing three people and injuring eight others. Click on the headlines to read more: Putin accuses NATO of taking part in conflict with arms supplies Putin has accused NATO members of taking part in the Ukraine conflict by donating arms to the country and said the West planned to break up Russia. "They are sending tens of billions of dollars in weapons to Ukraine. This really is participation," Putin said in an interview with the Rossiya-1 channel. Italy: 58 dead as overloaded boat ferrying migrants breaks apart, sinks off coastal city of Crotone Fifty-eight migrants died and 80 others survived after their boat sank off the Italian coastal city of Crotone in the southern region of Calabria on Sunday (February 26). Speaking to the news agency Reuters, Danilo Maida, a spokesperson for the firefighters' service in Calabria, said that firefighters and other emergency workers were looking for more survivors at sea using jet skis, but conditions were harsh, making the search difficult. Somalia: Helicopter crashes in Lower Shabelle region, killing 3, injuring 8 A helicopter operated by the African Union (AU) peace mission crashed in Somalia's Lower Shabelle region on Saturday (February 25), killing three people and injuring eight others. A statement by the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) on Sunday said 11 passengers, including officers from Somalia's army, were aboard the helicopter. The helicopter was on a joint familiarisation training mission for Casualty Evacuation (CASEVAC) drills. India: Delhi deputy CM Manish Sisodia arrested by CBI in liquor policy graft case India's Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Sunday arrested New Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia in a case linked to alleged corruption in excise policy, which has now been scrapped. 'Will cut every cent sent to enemies': Nikki Haley pledges to stop all aid for Pak, China Nikki Haley, who has announced to run for the presidential candidate of the Republican Party, has declared that if elected, she will stop all foreign aid to nations that hate the US. This entails China, Pakistan, and other adversaries as "a strong America doesn't pay off the bad guys." Two Israelis shot dead in West Bank in 'Palestinian terror attack', says government Two Israeli civilians were killed in a suspected terror attack, on Sunday (February 26) in the northern West Bank town of Huwara, near Nablus, as per local media reports citing officials. According to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), a Palestinian gunman opened fire at an Israeli-owned car and fled the scene. Subsequently, the two victims were taken to the hospital where they later passed away. British PM Sunak to 'confront the hard choices' on Brexit with new deal Prime Minister Rishi Sunak of Britain on February 26 vowed to fix the Brexit challenges, saying that his administration will pursue a new deal with the European Union to resolve the Northern Ireland Protocol. This protocol is a trading arrangement, negotiated during Brexit talks by previous Prime Ministers Theresa May and Boris Johnson, that allows goods to be transported across the Irish land border without the need for checks. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz enjoys 'true taste of India' during his India visit German Chancellor Olaf Scholz was spotted enjoying a cup of tea in the streets of India during his visit to the South Asian nation. In a Twitter post on Sunday by the German Embassy in India, Scholz was seen in front of a tea stall. India's Balakot redemption: When Pakistani propaganda failed to pierce through India's anti-terror feat In February 2019, less than two weeks after a terrorist attack on Indian troops in Jammu and Kashmir took the lives of 40 Indian men in uniform, New Delhi launched air raids at secretive Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorist training camps in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province's Balakot. Women's T20 World Cup: HISTORIC! Australia win sixth T20 WC trophy beating South Africa by 19 runs History was created in Cape Town on Sunday when Australia won their sixth ICC Women's T20 World Cup title, beating South Africa by 19 runs. Playing their seventh successive T20 WC final, this was Southern Stars' third trophy win on the trot.

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India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday (February 24) that his government is ready to contribute to any peace process to resolve the Ukraine crisis, which marked one year on Friday. An earthquake of magnitude 5.5 struck Central Turkey on Saturday. EMSC said that the quake was at a depth of 10 km. And French President Emmanuel Macron reportedly said he would visit China in early April. This comes as the Chinese government recently confirmed that Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko would arrive in Beijing by the end of this month.&nbsp; 
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/german-chancellor-meets-pm-modi-deepening-of-india-germany-ties-in-focus-565780">India ready to contribute to any peace process for resolving Ukraine crisis, says PM Modi</a>

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India has been insisting&nbsp;for resolving the Ukraine crisis through dialogue and diplomacy from the start&nbsp;and is ready to contribute to any peace process, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday (February 25) at a joint press briefing in New Delhi with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/magnitude-55-earthquake-strikes-central-turkey-region-emsc-565843">Magnitude 5.5 earthquake strikes central Turkey region: EMSC</a>

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The latest tremors were felt after the death toll from the earthquakes in Turkey and Syria that struck both nations earlier this month surpassed 50,000.

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French President Emmanuel Macron reportedly said he would visit China in early April. While the Chinese ministry recently confirmed that Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko would&nbsp;arrive in Beijing by the end of this month.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fck-ptn-ukraine-releases-new-postage-stamps-marking-anniversary-of-russian-invasion-565884">‘FCK PTN’: Ukraine releases new postage stamps marking anniversary of Russian invasion</a>

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Ukraine released postage stamps showing a kid defeating a grown man in judo with the phrase “FCK PTN” in Cyrillic added to the lower left part to mark the first anniversary of the Russian invasion.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/serial-hacker-suspected-of-stealing-psychotherapy-patient-records-extradited-to-finland-565891">Serial hacker suspected of stealing psychotherapy patient records extradited to Finland</a>

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A serial hacker suspected of stealing tens of thousands of psychotherapy patient records was extradited to Finland on Saturday (February 25), after he was arrested in France.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/this-country-will-reward-travellers-to-boost-tourism-with-82-million-plan-565846">This country announces $82 million plan to reward travellers for tourism boost</a>

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Do you love to travel? Would you like to be rewarded to explore a new country when wanderlust kicks in? Taiwan is the latest country to join the list of nations giving incentives to travellers with an aim to boost the tourism industry.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/middle-east/iran-unveils-new-paveh-cruise-missile-that-can-reach-israel-565886">Iran unveils new 'Paveh' cruise missile that can reach Israel</a>

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Amirali Hajizadeh, who is the head of the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps aerospace force,&nbsp;said that it has been called the "Paveh" cruise missile, which is in honour of Kurdistan's martyrs.

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India’s push to regulate cryptocurrencies gained support from both the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the United States (US) on Saturday as finance chiefs of the bloc wrap up two-days of talks.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-hugh-jackman-reveals-growling-and-yelling-as-wolverine-damaged-his-voice-my-falsetto-is-not-as-strong-565867">Hugh Jackman reveals 'growling and yelling' as Wolverine damaged his voice: 'My falsetto is not as strong'</a>

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Australian actor Hugh Jackman broke the internet, figuratively speaking, when he and his frenemy Ryan Reynolds announced that he will return in the role of Wolverine in the third Deadpool movie.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/nfl-report-claims-russell-wilson-wanted-seattle-seahawks-coach-pete-carroll-fired-qb-denies-565830">NFL: Report claims Russell Wilson wanted Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll fired, QB denies</a>

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Former Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson pushed to get Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll fired before being traded, said a report from The Athletic. Wilson, who is now with the Denver Broncos, however, denied the claim in a tweet.&nbsp;

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday (February 24) that his government is ready to contribute to any peace process to resolve the Ukraine crisis, which marked one year on Friday.

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday (February 24) that his government is ready to contribute to any peace process to resolve the Ukraine crisis, which marked one year on Friday. An earthquake of magnitude 5.5 struck Central Turkey on Saturday. EMSC said that the quake was at a depth of 10 km. And French President Emmanuel Macron reportedly said he would visit China in early April. This comes as the Chinese government recently confirmed that Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko would arrive in Beijing by the end of this month. Click on the headlines to read more India ready to contribute to any peace process for resolving Ukraine crisis, says PM Modi India has been insisting for resolving the Ukraine crisis through dialogue and diplomacy from the start and is ready to contribute to any peace process, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday (February 25) at a joint press briefing in New Delhi with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. Magnitude 5.5 earthquake strikes central Turkey region: EMSC The latest tremors were felt after the death toll from the earthquakes in Turkey and Syria that struck both nations earlier this month surpassed 50,000. French President Macron, Belarusian President Lukashenko to visit China French President Emmanuel Macron reportedly said he would visit China in early April. While the Chinese ministry recently confirmed that Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko would arrive in Beijing by the end of this month. ‘FCK PTN’: Ukraine releases new postage stamps marking anniversary of Russian invasion Ukraine released postage stamps showing a kid defeating a grown man in judo with the phrase “FCK PTN” in Cyrillic added to the lower left part to mark the first anniversary of the Russian invasion. Serial hacker suspected of stealing psychotherapy patient records extradited to Finland A serial hacker suspected of stealing tens of thousands of psychotherapy patient records was extradited to Finland on Saturday (February 25), after he was arrested in France. This country announces $82 million plan to reward travellers for tourism boost Do you love to travel? Would you like to be rewarded to explore a new country when wanderlust kicks in? Taiwan is the latest country to join the list of nations giving incentives to travellers with an aim to boost the tourism industry. Iran unveils new 'Paveh' cruise missile that can reach Israel Amirali Hajizadeh, who is the head of the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps aerospace force, said that it has been called the "Paveh" cruise missile, which is in honour of Kurdistan's martyrs. India’s push to regulate cryptocurrencies gets support from IMF, US at G20 India’s push to regulate cryptocurrencies gained support from both the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the United States (US) on Saturday as finance chiefs of the bloc wrap up two-days of talks. Hugh Jackman reveals 'growling and yelling' as Wolverine damaged his voice: 'My falsetto is not as strong' Australian actor Hugh Jackman broke the internet, figuratively speaking, when he and his frenemy Ryan Reynolds announced that he will return in the role of Wolverine in the third Deadpool movie. NFL: Report claims Russell Wilson wanted Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll fired, QB denies Former Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson pushed to get Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll fired before being traded, said a report from The Athletic. Wilson, who is now with the Denver Broncos, however, denied the claim in a tweet.

Top 10 world news: India ready to contribute to any peace process to resolve Ukraine war, & more

The annual security conference opened today, with issues like Russia's invasion of Ukraine and simmering US-China tensions, expected to dominate the conference. In other news,&nbsp;David Smith, a British national has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for&nbsp;betraying his nation and colleagues by selling information to Russia while working as a security guard at&nbsp;the British&nbsp;embassy in Berlin. Meanwhile, multiple explosions and gunfire were heard after armed men attacked the office of a police station in the southern Pakistani city of Karachi on Friday (February 17). Local media reported that there were between eight and 10 assailants. Finally, the Bulgarian interior ministry, on Friday (February 17) said that they found at least 18 migrants dead as they were hiding in a truck with at least 40 others “under some wood”.&nbsp;

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Local media outlets reported that the incident took place on the main Sharea Faisal, and the operation is currently underway. So far, there's no report on casualties and injuries.&nbsp;

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In 2020, he wrote two letters to top Russian embassy employees, one of which included the name and contact information of a former diplomat called X who had served in Russia, as reported by the Guardian.&nbsp;

Authorities opened an inquiry after identifying Smith as the writer of the second letter sent in November 2020 to a military envoy at the Russian embassy. Two players were used as a fictitious Russian defector and intelligence officer in an undercover sting operation in August 2021.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bulgarian-authorities-find-18-migrants-found-dead-in-truck-563187">Bulgarian authorities find 18 migrants dead in truck 'illegally transporting' around 40 people 
 
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This comes as the European Union nation has been struggling with illegal border crossings. According to local media reports, the migrants were to be transported from the Bulgarian-Turkish border to Dragoman&nbsp;which is close to the border with neighbouring,&nbsp;Serbia.&nbsp;"According to initial information, the truck was illegally transporting around 40 migrants hidden under some wood. According to what we know so far, 18 of them have died," said the Bulgarian authorities, in a statement, as per AFP.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/as-ukraine-is-set-to-mark-one-year-war-anniversary-dutch-pm-visits-kyiv-563143">As Ukraine is set to mark one-year war anniversary, Dutch PM meets Zelensky in Kyiv</a>

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As Ukraine is all set to mark one-year anniversary of Russia's invasion, Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte landed in Kyiv on Friday to hold talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.&nbsp;Netherlands prime minister is accompanied with Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation of the Netherlands, Liesje Schreinemacher.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/big-blow-to-uddhav-thackeray-eknath-shinde-faction-to-get-shiv-sena-name-rules-election-commission-563139">Big blow to Uddhav Thackeray: Eknath Shinde faction is real 'Shiv Sena', rules election commission</a>

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In a huge blow to former Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has ruled that Eknath Shinde faction would be now known as the party 'Shiv Sena'.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indian-american-vivek-ramaswamy-planning-to-run-for-us-president-report-563077">Indian-American Vivek Ramaswamy planning to run for US President: Report</a>

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Indian-American Republican Vivek Ramaswamy is planning to announce his 2024 presidential bid. Ramaswamy for the time being has embarked on test runs and fact-finding missions in Iowa- where he has been addressing multiple events.

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Japan's ambitious launch of its flagship H3 rocket resulted in a failure on Friday, and that too, while the expected launch was being live streamed.&nbsp;Notably, the H3 rocket is Japan's first new medium-lift rocket in three decades.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/move-over-chatgpt-elon-musk-wants-truthgpt-563120">Move over ChatGPT, Elon Musk wants TruthGPT</a>

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Elon Musk rises again,&nbsp;on his (now) very own social platform Twitter. The billionaire entrepreneur was known for creating a flutter on Twitter since before he bought the platform. Another tweet of his joins the long list. This time its about the much talked about Artificial Intelligence-powered ChatGPT (or not).

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The annual security conference opened today, with issues like Russia's invasion of Ukraine and simmering US-China tensions, expected to dominate the conference. In other news, David Smith, a British national has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for betraying his nation and colleagues by selling information to Russia while working as a security guard at the British embassy in Berlin.

The annual security conference opened today, with issues like Russia's invasion of Ukraine and simmering US-China tensions, expected to dominate the conference. In other news, David Smith, a British national has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for betraying his nation and colleagues by selling information to Russia while working as a security guard at the British embassy in Berlin. Meanwhile, multiple explosions and gunfire were heard after armed men attacked the office of a police station in the southern Pakistani city of Karachi on Friday (February 17). Local media reported that there were between eight and 10 assailants. Finally, the Bulgarian interior ministry, on Friday (February 17) said that they found at least 18 migrants dead as they were hiding in a truck with at least 40 others “under some wood”. Click on the headlines to read more: LIVE Munich Security Conference: Macron says time to prepare 'peace terms' for Ukraine Pakistan: Multiple explosions heard as armed men attack Karachi police station Local media outlets reported that the incident took place on the main Sharea Faisal, and the operation is currently underway. So far, there's no report on casualties and injuries. British guard turns Russian spy: David Smith sentenced to 13 years in prison for leaking data to Russia In 2020, he wrote two letters to top Russian embassy employees, one of which included the name and contact information of a former diplomat called X who had served in Russia, as reported by the Guardian. Authorities opened an inquiry after identifying Smith as the writer of the second letter sent in November 2020 to a military envoy at the Russian embassy. Two players were used as a fictitious Russian defector and intelligence officer in an undercover sting operation in August 2021. Bulgarian authorities find 18 migrants dead in truck 'illegally transporting' around 40 people This comes as the European Union nation has been struggling with illegal border crossings. According to local media reports, the migrants were to be transported from the Bulgarian-Turkish border to Dragoman which is close to the border with neighbouring, Serbia. "According to initial information, the truck was illegally transporting around 40 migrants hidden under some wood. According to what we know so far, 18 of them have died," said the Bulgarian authorities, in a statement, as per AFP. As Ukraine is set to mark one-year war anniversary, Dutch PM meets Zelensky in Kyiv As Ukraine is all set to mark one-year anniversary of Russia's invasion, Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte landed in Kyiv on Friday to hold talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Netherlands prime minister is accompanied with Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation of the Netherlands, Liesje Schreinemacher. Big blow to Uddhav Thackeray: Eknath Shinde faction is real 'Shiv Sena', rules election commission In a huge blow to former Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has ruled that Eknath Shinde faction would be now known as the party 'Shiv Sena'. Indian-American Vivek Ramaswamy planning to run for US President: Report Indian-American Republican Vivek Ramaswamy is planning to announce his 2024 presidential bid. Ramaswamy for the time being has embarked on test runs and fact-finding missions in Iowa- where he has been addressing multiple events. Watch | Japan aborts launch of flagship H3 rocket moments before lift off Japan's ambitious launch of its flagship H3 rocket resulted in a failure on Friday, and that too, while the expected launch was being live streamed. Notably, the H3 rocket is Japan's first new medium-lift rocket in three decades. Move over ChatGPT, Elon Musk wants TruthGPT Elon Musk rises again, on his (now) very own social platform Twitter. The billionaire entrepreneur was known for creating a flutter on Twitter since before he bought the platform. Another tweet of his joins the long list. This time its about the much talked about Artificial Intelligence-powered ChatGPT (or not). Watch | US to consider Indo-Pacific anti-ship drone, with eye on China

Top 10 world news: Karachi police station under attack, Munich Security Conference updates, and more

Russia fired dozen of missiles in Ukraine, killing at least one woman. Reports mentioned that several buildings were damaged. In other news,&nbsp;Mike Pompeo, the former United States secretary of state, has made a controversial statement regarding the Israel-Palestine conflict as he said in a podcast that Israel has a ‘biblical’ claim to Palestine. Finally, the Taiwanese military on Thursday stated that found the debris of a possible crashed weather balloon which is most likely to be Chinese.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mike-pompeo-calls-palestinian-president-terrorist-says-israel-has-biblical-claim-to-palestine-562754">Mike Pompeo calls Palestinian president ‘terrorist’, says Israel has ‘biblical claim’ to Palestine</a>

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&nbsp;Pompeo, who is considering running for the US presidential election, also called Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas a "known terrorist". On the One Decision podcast, which was released on Thursday (February 16), Pompeo mentioned his religious beliefs and also talked about America's strategic interests when it comes to Israel and Palestine.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-finds-balloon-remnants-likely-chinese-on-remote-dongyin-island-taiwanese-army-562774">Taiwan Army finds remnants of suspected Chinese balloon on remote Dongyin island</a>

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In its statement, the Taiwanese army said that its forces on Dongyin island observed an unknown object falling from the sky and then found the remains of a balloon on a shooting range, reported Reuters news agency.&nbsp;

Dongyin island is a part of the Taiwan-controlled Matsu archipelago off the coast of China's Fuzhou.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-a-first-since-war-began-israeli-fm-eli-cohen-visits-kyiv-meets-kuleba-amid-military-aid-pressure-562793">In a first since war began, Israeli FM Eli Cohen visits Kyiv, meets Kuleba amid military aid pressure</a>

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In the most high-level visit from Israel since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen visited Kyiv and met with his Ukrainian counterpart Dmytro Kuleba. Cohen is also expected to hold a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who recently finished off his Europe visit with hopes to receive jets to fend off Russia from its territory.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/adani-group-denies-appointing-audit-firm-to-look-into-its-companies-562720">Adani Group denies appointing audit firm to look into its companies</a>

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Adani Enterprises Limited (AEL) on Thursday dismissed reports the Adani Group had appointed accountancy Grant Thornton to run an independent audit of some of its companies accounts in the wake of allegations of financial fraud and malpractice by short-seller Hindenburg Research. AEL called such news reports a 'market rumour'.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-inside-out-nutritious-goodss-vegan-milk-recalled-in-nsw-after-a-case-of-botulism-reported-562753">What is botulism? Popular vegan milk brand in Australia recalled after a reported case</a>

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Inside Out Unsweetened Almond Milk, a popular vegan milk has been recalled in Australia's New South Wales, after a case of botulism was reported. The person was hospitalised after consuming the product.

The Food Safety Officials' recall of Inside Out unsweetened Almond Milk is due to potential biotoxin contamination. Experts have claimed that such toxins can cause life-threatening illnesses.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/a-broader-trend-of-censorship-malaysian-activists-criticise-govt-for-banning-books-on-lgbtq-562788">'A broader trend of censorship': Malaysian activists criticise govt for banning books on 'LGBTQ,'</a>

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Malaysian activists on Thursday criticised the government's decision of banning three books for allegedly promoting the "LGBTQ lifestyle," saying that this step would further damage gay and transgender rights. The Malaysian home ministry in its statement released on Tuesday said that "Jacob's Room to Choose," a children's book about gender expression was banned in January. Two other children's books, "The Tale of Steven," and the Malay-language title, "Aku" were also banned, AFP reported.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explained-the-ugly-face-of-child-sexual-abuse-in-catholic-church-562722">EXPLAINED: The ugly face of Child sexual abuse in Catholic church</a>

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An investigation by an independent commission recently has unearthed the dirty face of child abuse at the hands of Catholic clergy in Portugal. The horrifying testimonies of the survivors become the ground of the commission's inquiry. The commission with the help of a large network of victims was able to make a deeper cut into finding out the ongoing paedophilia in the staunchly Catholic country.&nbsp;

Watch |&nbsp;Indian-American Nikki Haley kicks-off US&nbsp;Presidential Campaign for 2024

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Watch&nbsp;| Pakistan is running out of food, fuel and money

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Russia fired dozen of missiles in Ukraine, killing at least one woman. Reports mentioned that several buildings were damaged. In other news, Mike Pompeo, the former United States secretary of state, has made a controversial statement regarding the Israel-Palestine conflict as he said in a podcast that Israel has a ‘biblical’ claim to Palestine.

Russia fired dozen of missiles in Ukraine, killing at least one woman. Reports mentioned that several buildings were damaged. In other news, Mike Pompeo, the former United States secretary of state, has made a controversial statement regarding the Israel-Palestine conflict as he said in a podcast that Israel has a ‘biblical’ claim to Palestine. Finally, the Taiwanese military on Thursday stated that found the debris of a possible crashed weather balloon which is most likely to be Chinese. Click on the headlines to read more: Russia-Ukraine war LIVE: Stoltenberg says NATO must be ready for long standoff with Russia Mike Pompeo calls Palestinian president ‘terrorist’, says Israel has ‘biblical claim’ to Palestine Pompeo, who is considering running for the US presidential election, also called Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas a "known terrorist". On the One Decision podcast, which was released on Thursday (February 16), Pompeo mentioned his religious beliefs and also talked about America's strategic interests when it comes to Israel and Palestine. Taiwan Army finds remnants of suspected Chinese balloon on remote Dongyin island In its statement, the Taiwanese army said that its forces on Dongyin island observed an unknown object falling from the sky and then found the remains of a balloon on a shooting range, reported Reuters news agency. Dongyin island is a part of the Taiwan-controlled Matsu archipelago off the coast of China's Fuzhou. In a first since war began, Israeli FM Eli Cohen visits Kyiv, meets Kuleba amid military aid pressure In the most high-level visit from Israel since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen visited Kyiv and met with his Ukrainian counterpart Dmytro Kuleba. Cohen is also expected to hold a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who recently finished off his Europe visit with hopes to receive jets to fend off Russia from its territory. Adani Group denies appointing audit firm to look into its companies Adani Enterprises Limited (AEL) on Thursday dismissed reports the Adani Group had appointed accountancy Grant Thornton to run an independent audit of some of its companies accounts in the wake of allegations of financial fraud and malpractice by short-seller Hindenburg Research. AEL called such news reports a 'market rumour'. What is botulism? Popular vegan milk brand in Australia recalled after a reported case Inside Out Unsweetened Almond Milk, a popular vegan milk has been recalled in Australia's New South Wales, after a case of botulism was reported. The person was hospitalised after consuming the product. The Food Safety Officials' recall of Inside Out unsweetened Almond Milk is due to potential biotoxin contamination. Experts have claimed that such toxins can cause life-threatening illnesses. 'A broader trend of censorship': Malaysian activists criticise govt for banning books on 'LGBTQ,' Malaysian activists on Thursday criticised the government's decision of banning three books for allegedly promoting the "LGBTQ lifestyle," saying that this step would further damage gay and transgender rights. The Malaysian home ministry in its statement released on Tuesday said that "Jacob's Room to Choose," a children's book about gender expression was banned in January. Two other children's books, "The Tale of Steven," and the Malay-language title, "Aku" were also banned, AFP reported. EXPLAINED: The ugly face of Child sexual abuse in Catholic church An investigation by an independent commission recently has unearthed the dirty face of child abuse at the hands of Catholic clergy in Portugal. The horrifying testimonies of the survivors become the ground of the commission's inquiry. The commission with the help of a large network of victims was able to make a deeper cut into finding out the ongoing paedophilia in the staunchly Catholic country. Watch | Indian-American Nikki Haley kicks-off US Presidential Campaign for 2024 Watch | Pakistan is running out of food, fuel and money

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In what has been termed as the "biggest expose in the history of elections", it has been revealed that&nbsp;a team of Israeli contractors working under a&nbsp;former Israeli special forces operative rigged over 30 elections worldwide using hacking. In other news, the Indian capital Delhi has been left stunned as another brutal murder of a girl by her live-in partner has come to light. Finally, read what&nbsp;Apple co-founder and tech wizard Steve Wozniak has said about the popular ChatGPT AI-powered chatbot.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/scotland-first-minister-nicola-sturgeon-steps-down-after-8-years-at-the-helm-562267">Scotland First Minister Nicola Sturgeon steps down after eight years at the helm</a>

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Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon announced her resignation from the post on Wednesday (February 15). She stepped&nbsp;down after leading the country for eight years.&nbsp;The Scottish National Party leader announced her departure at a news conference.

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In the Indian capital Delhi, another brutal case of a man murdering his live-in partner has come to the light.&nbsp;This&nbsp;case has once again reminded the country of the notorious Shraddha Walker case, which shocked India just a couple of months back.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/chatgpt-is-impressive-but-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-has-his-say-on-potential-of-ai-562371">‘ChatGPT is impressive, but…’: Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak has his say on AI-powered chatbot</a>

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While the tech world seems to have been shaken up with the arrival of ChatGPT—a chatbot developed by OpenAI—Apple co-founder and tech wizard Steve Wozniak has expressed scepticism over the artificial intelligence’s capabilities.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/big-expose-israeli-mastermind-tal-hanan-rigged-33-presidential-elections-worldwide-report-562374">Big expose! Israeli mastermind Tal Hanan rigged 33 presidential elections worldwide: Report</a>

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In what could be termed the biggest expose in the history of elections, an investigation reportedly revealed that a team of Israeli contractors under Tal Hanan, a 50-year-old former Israeli special forces operative rigged over 30 elections worldwide using hacking.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/imran-khan-denied-bail-in-protest-case-cant-stretch-for-indefinite-period-562364">Imran Khan denied bail in protest case: 'Can't stretch for indefinite period'</a>

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Pakistan's former prime minister Imran Khan was on Wednesday (February 15) denied relief in the case linked to a protest outside the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) last year as an Islamabad Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) rejected his interim bail.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thousands-of-ukrainian-children-held-in-russia-targeted-for-re-education-yale-study-562289">Thousands of Ukrainian children held in Russia targeted for 're-education': Yale study</a>

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A large network of camps being operated by the federal government in Russia has held at least 6,000 children from the war-ravaged Ukraine, a study by Yale University's Humanitarian Research Lab (HRL) has revealed.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/massive-feat-rohit-sharma-led-india-become-no-1-across-formats-after-dethroning-australia-in-tests-562225">MASSIVE FEAT! Rohit Sharma-led India become No. 1 across formats, dethrone Australia in Tests</a>

Ahead of the second Test versus Australia, in New Delhi, Rohit Sharma-led India have created history. India displaced Australia to become the No. 1 ranked side in ICC Test Rankings and have also become the No. 1 team across formats.&nbsp;

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Italy’s former prime minister Silvio Berlusconi was acquitted on Wednesday over allegations that he bribed witnesses in the notorious underage prostitution case, colloquially referred to as ‘Banga Banga’ parties.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-chinese-retirees-protest-in-wuhan-over-reforms-to-public-health-insurance-system-562286">WATCH | Chinese retirees protest in Wuhan over reforms to public health insurance system</a>

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The Chinese city of Wuhan witnessed a protest staged by hundreds of retirees on Wednesday (February 15),&nbsp;in response to local resentment over changes to the public health insurance system, according to witnesses and pictures doing the rounds&nbsp;on social media.&nbsp;

Mass Shooting at Michigan State University leaves several injured

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In what has been termed as the "biggest expose in the history of elections", it has been revealed that a team of Israeli contractors working under a former Israeli special forces operative rigged over 30 elections worldwide using hacking.

In what has been termed as the "biggest expose in the history of elections", it has been revealed that a team of Israeli contractors working under a former Israeli special forces operative rigged over 30 elections worldwide using hacking. In other news, the Indian capital Delhi has been left stunned as another brutal murder of a girl by her live-in partner has come to light. Finally, read what Apple co-founder and tech wizard Steve Wozniak has said about the popular ChatGPT AI-powered chatbot. Click on the headlines to read more: Scotland First Minister Nicola Sturgeon steps down after eight years at the helm Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon announced her resignation from the post on Wednesday (February 15). She stepped down after leading the country for eight years. The Scottish National Party leader announced her departure at a news conference. After Shraddha Walker murder case, another brutal killing shocks the Indian capital Delhi In the Indian capital Delhi, another brutal case of a man murdering his live-in partner has come to the light. This case has once again reminded the country of the notorious Shraddha Walker case, which shocked India just a couple of months back. ‘ChatGPT is impressive, but…’: Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak has his say on AI-powered chatbot While the tech world seems to have been shaken up with the arrival of ChatGPT—a chatbot developed by OpenAI—Apple co-founder and tech wizard Steve Wozniak has expressed scepticism over the artificial intelligence’s capabilities. Big expose! Israeli mastermind Tal Hanan rigged 33 presidential elections worldwide: Report In what could be termed the biggest expose in the history of elections, an investigation reportedly revealed that a team of Israeli contractors under Tal Hanan, a 50-year-old former Israeli special forces operative rigged over 30 elections worldwide using hacking. Imran Khan denied bail in protest case: 'Can't stretch for indefinite period' Pakistan's former prime minister Imran Khan was on Wednesday (February 15) denied relief in the case linked to a protest outside the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) last year as an Islamabad Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) rejected his interim bail. Thousands of Ukrainian children held in Russia targeted for 're-education': Yale study A large network of camps being operated by the federal government in Russia has held at least 6,000 children from the war-ravaged Ukraine, a study by Yale University's Humanitarian Research Lab (HRL) has revealed. MASSIVE FEAT! Rohit Sharma-led India become No. 1 across formats, dethrone Australia in Tests Ahead of the second Test versus Australia, in New Delhi, Rohit Sharma-led India have created history. India displaced Australia to become the No. 1 ranked side in ICC Test Rankings and have also become the No. 1 team across formats. Italy’s ex-PM Silvio Berlusconi acquitted in ‘Banga Banga’ sex parties case Italy’s former prime minister Silvio Berlusconi was acquitted on Wednesday over allegations that he bribed witnesses in the notorious underage prostitution case, colloquially referred to as ‘Banga Banga’ parties. WATCH | Chinese retirees protest in Wuhan over reforms to public health insurance system The Chinese city of Wuhan witnessed a protest staged by hundreds of retirees on Wednesday (February 15), in response to local resentment over changes to the public health insurance system, according to witnesses and pictures doing the rounds on social media. Mass Shooting at Michigan State University leaves several injured

Top 10 world news: The biggest expose in the history of elections, Brutal murder shocks Delhi, and more

Nikki Haley, the former South Carolina Republican governor and Donald Trump’s then-ambassador to the United Nations, on Tuesday announced that she will run for the president in 2024.&nbsp;In other news, Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday said that Iran nuclear issue needs to be resolved early and applauded the “solidarity” shared between the two countries as he met Islamic republic's President Ebrahim Raisi as the latter began his three-day visit. Finally,&nbsp;Tata-group owned Air India on Tuesday announced that it will purchase 250 aircraft from Airbus.

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Notably, she is the first Republican to officially challenge Trump for the 2024 GOP nomination.&nbsp;

The announcement made through a video shared on her official Twitter handle marks the about-face of the American diplomat who had expressed her unwillingness two years ago to challenge her former boss for the 2024 bid.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-xi-meets-raisi-calls-for-iran-nuclear-issues-early-resolution-561997">China's Xi meets Raisi, calls for Iran nuclear issue's early resolution</a>

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In the first state visit of an Iranian president to China in the last 20 years, Raisi was accompanied by a large trade and finance delegation. On the red carpet, Raisi was greeted by Xi.

"In the face of the current complex changes in the world, times, and history, China and Iran have supported each other (and) worked together in solidarity and co-operation," said Xi said, as per the state broadcaster CCTV.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/latest-news-updates-live-eu-parliament-votes-to-ban-petrol-and-diesel-cars-by-2035-561894">Latest news updates LIVE | Moldova reopens airspace after brief closure over 'security' reasons</a>

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The European Union parliament has voted&nbsp;in favour of imposing a ban on petrol and diesel cars by 2035. In other news,&nbsp;the European Union on Tuesday added Moscow to its tax haven blacklist.&nbsp;The European bloc in a statement said that&nbsp;Russia's 2022 tax legislation had failed to allay concerns over its opaque treatment of the tax affairs.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/air-india-signs-historic-deal-to-purchase-250-aircraft-from-airbus-its-first-purchase-order-in-17-years-561920">Air India signs 'historic' deal to purchase 250 aircraft from Airbus; its first purchase order in 17 years</a>

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The deal which is worth more than $50 million is reportedly Air India's first aircraft purchase in around 17 years and is also the first order under the ownership of Tata Group. The deal, as per N Chandrasekaran, the company's chairman, is aimed at transforming the former national carrier, as well as expanding its operations.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/job-providing-platform-linkedin-sacks-employees-from-recruitment-team-561925">Job-providing platform, LinkedIn, sacks employees from its recruitment team</a>

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The online recruitment-offering site, LinkedIn, is now facing layoffs, cutting down the number of employees working in the recruitment team. The cloud of Layoffs 2023 is now hovering on the heads of the employees working at LinkedIn.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sudanese-court-sentences-three-men-to-hand-amputation-for-stealing-gas-cylinders-562007">Sudanese court sentences three men to hand amputation for stealing gas cylinders</a>

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For the first time in almost a decade, the Sudanese court has sentenced three men to hand amputation for stealing. All three men in their 20s were convicted of stealing gas cylinders in Omdurman, Guardian reported.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkey-syria-earthquake-mother-son-duo-two-others-among-miraculous-rescues-from-rubble-561990">Turkey-Syria earthquake: Mother-son duo, two others among miraculous rescues&nbsp;from&nbsp;rubble</a>

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Following the deadly earthquake-hit in Turkey and Syria, several thousand have died and tens of thousands have been injured. Rescue operations are underway.&nbsp;

In the last few days, three miraculous rescues have occurred including a mother-son duo, a nine-year-old boy and a girl saved after several hours.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/ford-to-cut-3800-jobs-across-europe-as-focus-shifts-toward-ev-561904">Ford to cut 3,800 jobs across Europe as focus shifts toward EV &nbsp;</a>

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US motor giant Ford plans to cut 3,800 jobs across Europe, including 1,300 in the UK and 2,300 in Germany, as it positions to switch to the production of a smaller range of electric vehicles.&nbsp;

Watch |&nbsp;'Tax-evasion' investigation on BBC

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Nikki Haley, the former South Carolina Republican governor and Donald Trump’s then-ambassador to the United Nations, on Tuesday announced that she will run for the president in 2024.

Nikki Haley, the former South Carolina Republican governor and Donald Trump’s then-ambassador to the United Nations, on Tuesday announced that she will run for the president in 2024. In other news, Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday said that Iran nuclear issue needs to be resolved early and applauded the “solidarity” shared between the two countries as he met Islamic republic's President Ebrahim Raisi as the latter began his three-day visit. Finally, Tata-group owned Air India on Tuesday announced that it will purchase 250 aircraft from Airbus. Click on the headlines to read more: Nikki Haley says will run for president in 2024, becomes Trump’s first challenger Notably, she is the first Republican to officially challenge Trump for the 2024 GOP nomination. The announcement made through a video shared on her official Twitter handle marks the about-face of the American diplomat who had expressed her unwillingness two years ago to challenge her former boss for the 2024 bid. China's Xi meets Raisi, calls for Iran nuclear issue's early resolution In the first state visit of an Iranian president to China in the last 20 years, Raisi was accompanied by a large trade and finance delegation. On the red carpet, Raisi was greeted by Xi. "In the face of the current complex changes in the world, times, and history, China and Iran have supported each other (and) worked together in solidarity and co-operation," said Xi said, as per the state broadcaster CCTV. Latest news updates LIVE | Moldova reopens airspace after brief closure over 'security' reasons The European Union parliament has voted in favour of imposing a ban on petrol and diesel cars by 2035. In other news, the European Union on Tuesday added Moscow to its tax haven blacklist. The European bloc in a statement said that Russia's 2022 tax legislation had failed to allay concerns over its opaque treatment of the tax affairs. Air India signs 'historic' deal to purchase 250 aircraft from Airbus; its first purchase order in 17 years The deal which is worth more than $50 million is reportedly Air India's first aircraft purchase in around 17 years and is also the first order under the ownership of Tata Group. The deal, as per N Chandrasekaran, the company's chairman, is aimed at transforming the former national carrier, as well as expanding its operations. Job-providing platform, LinkedIn, sacks employees from its recruitment team The online recruitment-offering site, LinkedIn, is now facing layoffs, cutting down the number of employees working in the recruitment team. The cloud of Layoffs 2023 is now hovering on the heads of the employees working at LinkedIn. Sudanese court sentences three men to hand amputation for stealing gas cylinders For the first time in almost a decade, the Sudanese court has sentenced three men to hand amputation for stealing. All three men in their 20s were convicted of stealing gas cylinders in Omdurman, Guardian reported. Turkey-Syria earthquake: Mother-son duo, two others among miraculous rescues from rubble Following the deadly earthquake-hit in Turkey and Syria, several thousand have died and tens of thousands have been injured. Rescue operations are underway. In the last few days, three miraculous rescues have occurred including a mother-son duo, a nine-year-old boy and a girl saved after several hours. Ford to cut 3,800 jobs across Europe as focus shifts toward EV US motor giant Ford plans to cut 3,800 jobs across Europe, including 1,300 in the UK and 2,300 in Germany, as it positions to switch to the production of a smaller range of electric vehicles. Watch | 'Tax-evasion' investigation on BBC Watch | Sri Lankan government does not have enough funds for elections?

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The United States will seek to take action against individuals or companies linked with&nbsp;China's military that supported the flight of a Chinese spy balloon into the airspace of the United States last week, a senior State Department official said on Thursday. In other news,&nbsp;North Korea’s Kim Jong Un’s wife was spotted wearing a pendant in the shape of a ballistic missile ahead of a major military parade that is scheduled to take place in North Korea. Finally,&nbsp;South Africa on Thursday (February 9) declared a national "state of disaster" over the crippling power shortages in the country.&nbsp;

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In spite of its recent successes against Russian forces, Ukraine is still on the receiving end from Russian attacks. WION brings you Live updates from the conflict that is on the verge of completing a year.

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Washington is confident that the manufacturer of the Chinese balloon shot down by the US forces last week, had a "direct relationship" with the People's Liberation Army (PLA).

White House spokesperson Karine Jean-Pierre repeated that the United States would look at taking action against such entities.&nbsp;

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Ri Sol Ju was snapped wearing the pendant at a banquet to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Korean People's Army in Pyongyang, North Korea, according to the Associated Press.&nbsp;The silver pendant, in the shape of North Korea’s largest intercontinental ballistic missile, took the spotlight from other accessories Ri Sol Ju wore on Tuesday night (February 7).&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-africa-declares-national-state-of-disaster-to-tackle-power-crisis-560691">South Africa declares national&nbsp;'state of disaster' to tackle power crisis</a>

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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said that the massive power outages posed an existetial threat to the economy and social fabric.

The electricity crunch has been years in the making, a product of delays in building new coal-fired power stations, corruption in coal-supply contracts, criminal sabotage and failures to ease up regulation to enable private providers to swiftly bring renewable energy on tap.

 
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Amid the outrage from lawmakers in the UK, who highlighted the abuse of the rights against Uyghyr Muslims in the Xinjiang region, the United Kingdom defended the possibility that its officials will hold talks with Erkin Tuniyaz, the governor of the Chinese region.&nbsp;

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Plans are afoot for the visit of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni&nbsp;to India next month, which will be her visit to the country in her current capacity since taking office in October of last year. Talks are on between the two sides on the highly-anticipated visit that comes as both nations look to strengthen their bilateral ties in trade, investment, counter-terrorism, and people-to-people relations.

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The United States will resume "domestic visa revalidation" in a selected few categories on a pilot basis. The pilot project is set to launch later in 2023. The move, once fully implemented, would be a big relief for the thousands of Indian professionals in the United States who wouldn't need to get out of the United States to get their passports re-stamped after the expiration of their stay.&nbsp;

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In East Jerusalem, a suspected assailant rammed his car into several pedestrians, in which two people, including a child and a 20-year-old, were killed.&nbsp;Five more people, including another child, were wounded.&nbsp;

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The United States will seek to take action against individuals or companies linked with China's military that supported the flight of a Chinese spy balloon into the airspace of the United States last week, a senior State Department official said on Thursday.

The United States will seek to take action against individuals or companies linked with China's military that supported the flight of a Chinese spy balloon into the airspace of the United States last week, a senior State Department official said on Thursday. In other news, North Korea’s Kim Jong Un’s wife was spotted wearing a pendant in the shape of a ballistic missile ahead of a major military parade that is scheduled to take place in North Korea. Finally, South Africa on Thursday (February 9) declared a national "state of disaster" over the crippling power shortages in the country. Click on the headlines to read more: Ukraine war LIVE updates: Intercepted 61 Russian missiles, says Ukrainian Air Force In spite of its recent successes against Russian forces, Ukraine is still on the receiving end from Russian attacks. WION brings you Live updates from the conflict that is on the verge of completing a year. Biden administration may soon sanction Chinese entities linked with spy balloon row Washington is confident that the manufacturer of the Chinese balloon shot down by the US forces last week, had a "direct relationship" with the People's Liberation Army (PLA). White House spokesperson Karine Jean-Pierre repeated that the United States would look at taking action against such entities. North Korea: Kim Jong Un’s wife spotted wearing missile shaped pendant before major military parade Ri Sol Ju was snapped wearing the pendant at a banquet to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Korean People's Army in Pyongyang, North Korea, according to the Associated Press. The silver pendant, in the shape of North Korea’s largest intercontinental ballistic missile, took the spotlight from other accessories Ri Sol Ju wore on Tuesday night (February 7). South Africa declares national 'state of disaster' to tackle power crisis South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said that the massive power outages posed an existetial threat to the economy and social fabric. The electricity crunch has been years in the making, a product of delays in building new coal-fired power stations, corruption in coal-supply contracts, criminal sabotage and failures to ease up regulation to enable private providers to swiftly bring renewable energy on tap. UK government defends possible talks with Xinjiang governor Erkin Tuniyaz amid outrage from MPs Amid the outrage from lawmakers in the UK, who highlighted the abuse of the rights against Uyghyr Muslims in the Xinjiang region, the United Kingdom defended the possibility that its officials will hold talks with Erkin Tuniyaz, the governor of the Chinese region. Plans are on for Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's India visit in March Plans are afoot for the visit of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to India next month, which will be her visit to the country in her current capacity since taking office in October of last year. Talks are on between the two sides on the highly-anticipated visit that comes as both nations look to strengthen their bilateral ties in trade, investment, counter-terrorism, and people-to-people relations. Soon, H1-B, L1 visa holders may get their visa re-stamped in the US itself The United States will resume "domestic visa revalidation" in a selected few categories on a pilot basis. The pilot project is set to launch later in 2023. The move, once fully implemented, would be a big relief for the thousands of Indian professionals in the United States who wouldn't need to get out of the United States to get their passports re-stamped after the expiration of their stay. Two people, including a child, killed in East Jerusalem's 'terror' ramming In East Jerusalem, a suspected assailant rammed his car into several pedestrians, in which two people, including a child and a 20-year-old, were killed. Five more people, including another child, were wounded. Watch | IMF seeks more time to conclude Pakistan deal worth $1.1 billion Watch | UK Chancellor: Economy is resilient after avoiding recession

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In a big development, the Church of England's governing body on Thursday (February 9) endorsed plans to let priests offer blessings to same-sex couples. In other news, following Turkey's deadly earthquake, Taiwanese President Tsai-Ing wen and Vice president William Lai will donate a month's salary for the&nbsp;relief efforts. Finally,&nbsp;Russia on Thursday (February 9) responded to the claims made by the international prosecutors that there were "strong indications" that Russian President Vladimir Putin approved the supply of missile that shot down Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 in 2014, which killed all on board.&nbsp;

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A car parking space in Southern Turkey has become a makeshift morgue, revealing the heart-wrenching realities of earthquake-hit Turkey. A report by AFP cited Rania Zaboubi, a Syrian refugee, seen scouring the body bags laid out in the car parking of a hospital in search of her uncle who went missing after Monday's series of earthquakes.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/church-of-england-decides-to-bless-same-sex-couples-560382">Church of England decides to bless same-sex couples</a>

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The Church's General Synod -- comprising hundreds of elected members, which meets two or three times a year -- backed the proposals by a wide margin following an eight-hour debate across two days.

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The office said, "Hope to do their part to help Turkey rebuild its homeland as soon as possible."

The salary contribution will add to the existing aid that has been sent already by the island nation.&nbsp;According to estimates, President Tsai-Ing wen earns about T$400,000 ($13,330) monthly.&nbsp;

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A Singapore-based hair removal chain, 'Ministry of Wax', became a focal&nbsp;hot topic on Chinese social media after its advertisement implied that women who do not remove their body hair are like Orangutans. The&nbsp;advertisements featured&nbsp;photos of hairy orangutans against attractive human models. As the advertisement surfaced on Chinese social media platforms Weibo and Douyin,&nbsp;it immediately stoked people to call out, what they said, was an act of misogyny by the company.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-responds-to-claims-that-vladimir-putin-was-involved-in-mh17-downing-560358">Russia rejects prosecutors’ claim that Vladimir Putin was involved in MH17 downing</a>

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Dismissing the allegations, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Russia "could not accept" the results of the probe that the nation was involved. Peskov also said that the investigators had not publicly presented evidence to support their claims.&nbsp;

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A former UK parliamentarian with an autistic health condition&nbsp;has been jailed for four years for making untrue and fraudulent claims of expenses of about £52,000 ($63,354)&nbsp;to fund an extensive drug addiction to cocaine when he was still in office.&nbsp;The Labour Party leader Jared O'Mara, who previously represented Sheffield Hallam, about 166 miles northwest of London, was on trial at Leeds Crown Court for submitting "dishonest" invoices to the Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority. O'Mara was a Labour MP from Sheffield Hallam from 2017 to 2019.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spacex-prevents-ukraine-from-using-starlink-internet-for-controlling-drones-560371">SpaceX prevents Ukraine from using Starlink internet for controlling drones</a>

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SpaceX has curbed Ukraine's use of Starlink internet devices for controlling drones in the region during the country's war with Russia. The space company's president said on Wednesday that steps have been taken to prevent Ukrainian forces from using the satellite internet service for controlling drones as they don't want it to be used for "offensive purposes".&nbsp;

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A 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia's Papua on Thursday and claimed lives of four people besides damaging&nbsp;many buildings, the country's disaster agency said. Agency's head Asep Khalid in a statement said that the victims were at a cafe when the quake hit, causing the building to collapse, Reuters reported.&nbsp;

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In a big development, the Church of England's governing body on Thursday (February 9) endorsed plans to let priests offer blessings to same-sex couples. In other news, following Turkey's deadly earthquake, Taiwanese President Tsai-Ing wen and Vice president William Lai will donate a month's salary for the relief efforts.

In a big development, the Church of England's governing body on Thursday (February 9) endorsed plans to let priests offer blessings to same-sex couples. In other news, following Turkey's deadly earthquake, Taiwanese President Tsai-Ing wen and Vice president William Lai will donate a month's salary for the relief efforts. Finally, Russia on Thursday (February 9) responded to the claims made by the international prosecutors that there were "strong indications" that Russian President Vladimir Putin approved the supply of missile that shot down Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 in 2014, which killed all on board. Click on the headlines to read more: Turkey earthquake: Hospital parking turns makeshift morgue as people scramble to identify their kin A car parking space in Southern Turkey has become a makeshift morgue, revealing the heart-wrenching realities of earthquake-hit Turkey. A report by AFP cited Rania Zaboubi, a Syrian refugee, seen scouring the body bags laid out in the car parking of a hospital in search of her uncle who went missing after Monday's series of earthquakes. Church of England decides to bless same-sex couples The Church's General Synod -- comprising hundreds of elected members, which meets two or three times a year -- backed the proposals by a wide margin following an eight-hour debate across two days. Taiwan's president, vice president to donate a month's salary for Turkey relief efforts The office said, "Hope to do their part to help Turkey rebuild its homeland as soon as possible." The salary contribution will add to the existing aid that has been sent already by the island nation. According to estimates, President Tsai-Ing wen earns about T$400,000 ($13,330) monthly. Chinese lambast hair removal ad campaign that compared women with orangutans A Singapore-based hair removal chain, 'Ministry of Wax', became a focal hot topic on Chinese social media after its advertisement implied that women who do not remove their body hair are like Orangutans. The advertisements featured photos of hairy orangutans against attractive human models. As the advertisement surfaced on Chinese social media platforms Weibo and Douyin, it immediately stoked people to call out, what they said, was an act of misogyny by the company. Russia rejects prosecutors’ claim that Vladimir Putin was involved in MH17 downing Dismissing the allegations, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Russia "could not accept" the results of the probe that the nation was involved. Peskov also said that the investigators had not publicly presented evidence to support their claims. Former British MP jailed for corruption to fund his drug abuse A former UK parliamentarian with an autistic health condition has been jailed for four years for making untrue and fraudulent claims of expenses of about £52,000 ($63,354) to fund an extensive drug addiction to cocaine when he was still in office. The Labour Party leader Jared O'Mara, who previously represented Sheffield Hallam, about 166 miles northwest of London, was on trial at Leeds Crown Court for submitting "dishonest" invoices to the Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority. O'Mara was a Labour MP from Sheffield Hallam from 2017 to 2019. SpaceX prevents Ukraine from using Starlink internet for controlling drones SpaceX has curbed Ukraine's use of Starlink internet devices for controlling drones in the region during the country's war with Russia. The space company's president said on Wednesday that steps have been taken to prevent Ukrainian forces from using the satellite internet service for controlling drones as they don't want it to be used for "offensive purposes". Indonesia: 5.2 magnitude earthquake hits Papua, four killed as building collapses A 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia's Papua on Thursday and claimed lives of four people besides damaging many buildings, the country's disaster agency said. Agency's head Asep Khalid in a statement said that the victims were at a cafe when the quake hit, causing the building to collapse, Reuters reported. Watch | IMF seeks flood rehabilitation expenditure details from Pakistan Watch | Fiji's Deputy PM Prasad speaks to WION, says 'Fiji considers India an old friend'

Top 10 world news: Turkey earthquake updates, Church of England to bless same-sex couples, and more

Iran&nbsp;revealed "Eagle 44", an underground air force base on Tuesday. The Iranian state media reported Eagle 44 as the first of its kind large enough underground air force base that can house fighter jets. In other news,&nbsp;Russia on Tuesday (February 7) claimed that its forces are advancing with success in eastern Ukraine. Finally,&nbsp;British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak reshuffled several government ministries on Tuesday (February 7), and named a new head of the Conservative Party, following the dismissal of a key ally last month over dubious tax dealings.&nbsp;

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More than 5,000 people have been killed and thousands of buildings reduced to rubble after a devastating earthquake of 7.8-magnitude&nbsp;struck Turkey and Syria, even as rescuers try to look for survivors.

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Sunak, who last week celebrated his 100th day in office at 10 Downing Street, said that party leader and cabinet minister&nbsp;Nadhim Zahawi had been replaced by close ally Greg Hands.

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The "Eagle 44" base is capable of storing and operating fighter jets and drones, Iran's Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA) said. The report did not specify the location of the base.

The IRNA reported that it was one of the country's most important air force bases. It is reportedly built deep underground, housing fighters equipped with long-range cruise missiles.

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The US authorities have released new footage of the moments before the death of Anthony Lowe, a 36-year-old Black double amputee who was shot by police last month near Los Angeles. Anthony Lowe was shot dead by police last month. The police alleged that Lowe was shot after he refused to drop a butcher's knife.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-claims-moscows-forces-progressing-with-success-in-east-ukraine-559649">Russia claims Moscow's forces 'progressing with success' in east Ukraine</a>

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As quoted by news agencies, Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu issued a warning to the West against increasing arms supplies to Kyiv and stated that the Russian forces were "progressing with success" near the eastern Ukrainian towns of Bakhmut and Vugledar.&nbsp;

The Russia-Ukraine war is escalating with incessant fighting on the eastern front as two towns in the Donetsk region have become the epicentre of hostilities.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/former-london-cop-jailed-for-life-over-series-of-rapes-as-met-police-officer-559654">Former London cop jailed for life over series of rapes</a>

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David Carrick, a London cop, who was accused of sexually assaulting women during a course of 17 years, has been jailed for life after being convicted of&nbsp;85 serious offences, including rapes, sexual assaults, false imprisonment, and coercive and controlling behaviour.&nbsp;The 48-year-old was sentenced to life and must serve a minimum term of 32 years&nbsp;before he can even be considered for release, a London court judge ruled.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/daniel-suidani-solomon-islands-prominent-china-critic-ousted-from-office-559700">Daniel Suidani, Solomon Islands' prominent China critic, ousted from office</a>

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A Solomon Islands lawmaker attributed as a 'vocal critic of China' was removed from the office after he lost a no-confidence vote in a provincial legislature. Daniel Suidani, premier of the Solomon Islands' Malaita province has been a longtime critic of his South Pacific nation's deepening relations with China. He has banned Chinese companies from Malaita and chose to accept development aid from the United States.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/exclusive-india-gave-musharraf-a-second-chance-but-his-sins-could-not-be-washed-away-ex-envoy-to-pakistan-559678">Exclusive: India gave Musharraf a second chance, but his sins could not be washed away: Ex-envoy to Pakistan&nbsp;</a>

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Pervez Musharraf, the former president of Pakistan, was laid to rest on Tuesday (Feb 7) in Karachi. What's left for India is his ambiguous legacy. In an interview with WION, the former envoy to Pakistan from&nbsp;2017 to 2020,&nbsp;Ajay Bisaria, discussed how Musharraf, the former military dictator, had “a mind of a guerrilla," with surprise and deceit as his weapons.

Watch |&nbsp;A look at the int'l aid promised to Turkiye

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Iran revealed "Eagle 44", an underground air force base on Tuesday. The Iranian state media reported Eagle 44 as the first of its kind large enough underground air force base that can house fighter jets.

Iran revealed "Eagle 44", an underground air force base on Tuesday. The Iranian state media reported Eagle 44 as the first of its kind large enough underground air force base that can house fighter jets. In other news, Russia on Tuesday (February 7) claimed that its forces are advancing with success in eastern Ukraine. Finally, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak reshuffled several government ministries on Tuesday (February 7), and named a new head of the Conservative Party, following the dismissal of a key ally last month over dubious tax dealings. Click on the headlines to read more: Turkey-Syria earthquake Live Updates | Erdogan imposes three-month state of emergency as combined death toll surpasses 5,000 More than 5,000 people have been killed and thousands of buildings reduced to rubble after a devastating earthquake of 7.8-magnitude struck Turkey and Syria, even as rescuers try to look for survivors. UK: Rishi Sunak creates four ministries, appoints new Tory chair in mini Cabinet reshuffle Sunak, who last week celebrated his 100th day in office at 10 Downing Street, said that party leader and cabinet minister Nadhim Zahawi had been replaced by close ally Greg Hands. Iran reveals underground air force base, threatens Israel with 'response' The "Eagle 44" base is capable of storing and operating fighter jets and drones, Iran's Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA) said. The report did not specify the location of the base. The IRNA reported that it was one of the country's most important air force bases. It is reportedly built deep underground, housing fighters equipped with long-range cruise missiles. Police release new footage moments before Black amputee Anthony Lowe was shot multiple times The US authorities have released new footage of the moments before the death of Anthony Lowe, a 36-year-old Black double amputee who was shot by police last month near Los Angeles. Anthony Lowe was shot dead by police last month. The police alleged that Lowe was shot after he refused to drop a butcher's knife. Russia claims Moscow's forces 'progressing with success' in east Ukraine As quoted by news agencies, Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu issued a warning to the West against increasing arms supplies to Kyiv and stated that the Russian forces were "progressing with success" near the eastern Ukrainian towns of Bakhmut and Vugledar. The Russia-Ukraine war is escalating with incessant fighting on the eastern front as two towns in the Donetsk region have become the epicentre of hostilities. Former London cop jailed for life over series of rapes David Carrick, a London cop, who was accused of sexually assaulting women during a course of 17 years, has been jailed for life after being convicted of 85 serious offences, including rapes, sexual assaults, false imprisonment, and coercive and controlling behaviour. The 48-year-old was sentenced to life and must serve a minimum term of 32 years before he can even be considered for release, a London court judge ruled. Daniel Suidani, Solomon Islands' prominent China critic, ousted from office A Solomon Islands lawmaker attributed as a 'vocal critic of China' was removed from the office after he lost a no-confidence vote in a provincial legislature. Daniel Suidani, premier of the Solomon Islands' Malaita province has been a longtime critic of his South Pacific nation's deepening relations with China. He has banned Chinese companies from Malaita and chose to accept development aid from the United States. Exclusive: India gave Musharraf a second chance, but his sins could not be washed away: Ex-envoy to Pakistan Pervez Musharraf, the former president of Pakistan, was laid to rest on Tuesday (Feb 7) in Karachi. What's left for India is his ambiguous legacy. In an interview with WION, the former envoy to Pakistan from 2017 to 2020, Ajay Bisaria, discussed how Musharraf, the former military dictator, had “a mind of a guerrilla," with surprise and deceit as his weapons. Watch | A look at the int'l aid promised to Turkiye Watch | Historical milestone for Indian Navy

Top 10 world news: Turkey-Syria earthquake updates, Rishi Sunak appoints new Tory chair, and more

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Moscow is looking to create a ‘gas hub’ in Türkiye – a country which he believes can become the “most reliable” route to deliver gas to the European Union. In other news,&nbsp;Kurdish politician Abdul Latif Rashid was elected the new president of Iraq signaling the end to the longest political deadlock in the country’s history since the United States military left.

Click on the headlines to read more:

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/vladimir-putin-offers-to-redirect-nord-stream-gas-flows-through-hub-in-turkiye-525126">Putin offers to redirect Nord Stream gas flows through 'hub' in Türkiye</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/10/13/303460-00032lb8v4.jpg" />The ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict has resulted in a number of sanctions on Russian gas from the EU and in retaliation, the Kremlin is looking to redirect its supplies from the Nord Stream pipelines.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/abdul-latif-rashid-elected-new-president-by-iraqi-parliament-525185" hreflang="en">Abdul Latif Rashid elected new president by Iraqi parliament</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/10/13/303503-00032lc2gg.jpg" />During the vote which took place on Thursday, 269 lawmakers out of the total 329 took part and the British-educated engineer was able to claim the position after securing a majority.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pak-pm-shehbaz-sharif-says-want-talks-with-india-but-remains-silent-on-terrorism-525119">Pak PM Sharif says 'want talks with India', but remains silent on terrorism</a><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/10/13/303457-00032jr7jy.jpg" />On the sidelines of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA) Summit in Astana, Kazakhstan, Sharif said that the engagement between the two countries is important for the peace and prosperity of the region but remained silent on the issue of terrorism in the recent past.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-jury-recommends-death-sentence-to-parkland-high-school-shooter-525176" hreflang="en">US jury recommends&nbsp;life imprisonment to Parkland high school shooter</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/10/13/303497-shooter.jpg" />A US jury has recommended&nbsp;life imprisonment to Parkland shooter Nikolas Cruz, who massacred 14&nbsp;students and three staff members at his former high school in 2018.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-us-cops-killed-another-hurt-after-gunman-ambushes-with-fake-domestic-violence-case-525189" hreflang="en">Two US cops killed, another hurt after gunman ambushes with fake domestic violence case&nbsp;</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/10/13/303508-cops.jpg" />The gunman made the 911 call to report a fake domestic violence incident at the home, and then ambushed the officers with an AR-15-style rifle.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/british-pound-jumps-on-reports-uk-government-may-reverse-tax-cutting-proposals-525152" hreflang="en">British pound rises after reports of UK government reversing tax cuts</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/09/09/294267-00032he3x2.jpg" />The British pound showed signs of recovery on Thursday after reports claiming that the Liz Truss-led government can completely abandon their plans to introduce unfunded tax cuts.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/report-ikea-lays-off-10000-employees-in-russia-calling-it-a-challenging-year-525193" hreflang="en">&nbsp;Ikea lays off 10,000 employees in Russia, calling it a ‘challenging’ year</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/10/13/303511-wion-images-44.png" />On Thursday, the Swedish furniture giant Ikea after reporting a 6.5% increase in their full-year sales, calling it a “challenging” year lays off 10,000 employees in Russia as it makes its exit from the country, reported AFP.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/bcci-mulling-five-team-womens-ipl-inaugural-season-to-kick-off-in-march-2023-525136" hreflang="en">BCCI mulling five-team Women's IPL, inaugural season to kick off in March 2023</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/10/13/303466-bcci-mulling-five-team-womens-ipl-inaugural-season-to-kick-off-in-march-2023.jpg" />BCCI is considering a five-team Women's IPL. Unlike in the men's competition, each team will reportedly field as many as five overseas players. Out of the five, four must be from&nbsp;ICC Full Member Nations whereas the remaining one has to be from an Associate Nation.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/a-lot-to-learn-from-india-imf-praises-direct-cash-transfer-and-other-government-schemes-525170" hreflang="en">‘A lot to learn’ from India: IMF praises direct cash transfer and other government schemes</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/10/13/303491-wion-images-43.png" />On Wednesday, the top International Monetary Fund (IMF) official during a press briefing described India’s implementation of a direct cash transfer scheme and other similar social welfare programmes as a “logistical marvel” given the sheer size of the country.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/shanghai-imposes-fresh-restrictions-as-covid-19-cases-continue-to-rise-525165" hreflang="en">Shanghai imposes fresh restrictions as COVID-19 cases continue to rise</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/09/269330-untitled-design-16.jpg" />Shanghai, a part of China which saw tough lockdowns earlier this year, has already reported 38 new infections and the authorities have decided to once again impose restrictions.

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Moscow is looking to create a ‘gas hub’ in Türkiye – a country which he believes can become the “most reliable” route to deliver gas to the European Union.

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Moscow is looking to create a ‘gas hub’ in Türkiye – a country which he believes can become the “most reliable” route to deliver gas to the European Union. In other news, Kurdish politician Abdul Latif Rashid was elected the new president of Iraq signaling the end to the longest political deadlock in the country’s history since the United States military left. Click on the headlines to read more: Putin offers to redirect Nord Stream gas flows through 'hub' in Türkiye The ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict has resulted in a number of sanctions on Russian gas from the EU and in retaliation, the Kremlin is looking to redirect its supplies from the Nord Stream pipelines. Abdul Latif Rashid elected new president by Iraqi parliament During the vote which took place on Thursday, 269 lawmakers out of the total 329 took part and the British-educated engineer was able to claim the position after securing a majority. Pak PM Sharif says 'want talks with India', but remains silent on terrorismOn the sidelines of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA) Summit in Astana, Kazakhstan, Sharif said that the engagement between the two countries is important for the peace and prosperity of the region but remained silent on the issue of terrorism in the recent past. US jury recommends life imprisonment to Parkland high school shooter A US jury has recommended life imprisonment to Parkland shooter Nikolas Cruz, who massacred 14 students and three staff members at his former high school in 2018. Two US cops killed, another hurt after gunman ambushes with fake domestic violence case The gunman made the 911 call to report a fake domestic violence incident at the home, and then ambushed the officers with an AR-15-style rifle. British pound rises after reports of UK government reversing tax cuts The British pound showed signs of recovery on Thursday after reports claiming that the Liz Truss-led government can completely abandon their plans to introduce unfunded tax cuts. Ikea lays off 10,000 employees in Russia, calling it a ‘challenging’ year On Thursday, the Swedish furniture giant Ikea after reporting a 6.5% increase in their full-year sales, calling it a “challenging” year lays off 10,000 employees in Russia as it makes its exit from the country, reported AFP. BCCI mulling five-team Women's IPL, inaugural season to kick off in March 2023 BCCI is considering a five-team Women's IPL. Unlike in the men's competition, each team will reportedly field as many as five overseas players. Out of the five, four must be from ICC Full Member Nations whereas the remaining one has to be from an Associate Nation. ‘A lot to learn’ from India: IMF praises direct cash transfer and other government schemes On Wednesday, the top International Monetary Fund (IMF) official during a press briefing described India’s implementation of a direct cash transfer scheme and other similar social welfare programmes as a “logistical marvel” given the sheer size of the country. Shanghai imposes fresh restrictions as COVID-19 cases continue to rise Shanghai, a part of China which saw tough lockdowns earlier this year, has already reported 38 new infections and the authorities have decided to once again impose restrictions.

Top 10 world news: Putin proposes gas hub in Türkiye, Iraq elects new president and more

Following reports of gas leak in Nord Stream 1 and 2, the major pipelines that transport natural gas from western Siberia in Russia to Europe, Ukraine had alleged that the malfunction was deliberate and actually&nbsp;"terrorist attack" by Moscow.&nbsp;Now Russia, has denied the allegation, branding them "absurd and stupid".

Meanwhile, four areas of Ukraine have apparently voted overwhelmingly in favour of joining Russia. West however says that these referendums were&nbsp;coercive exercises designed to give Moscow a pretext to annex about 15 per cent&nbsp;of Ukrainian land.

In other news, scientists are touting Venus as the next big destination for&nbsp;space exploration. All this and more in tonight's newsletter.

Click on the headlines to read more:

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/stupid-and-absurd-to-accuse-russia-of-nord-stream-leaks-kremlin-520506">'Stupid and absurd' to accuse Russia of Nord Stream leaks: Kremlin</a>

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The European Union has claimed that gas leaks on the Nord Stream pipes to Europe were a "deliberate act," while the Kremlin called this claim "stupid and absurd."&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-installed-administrators-in-occupied-regions-ask-putin-to-hastily-incorporate-them-520569">Russia-installed administrators in occupied regions ask Putin to hastily incorporate them</a>

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Following hurriedly organised referendums that Ukraine and the West blasted as fraudulent, the Russian-installed administrators of Ukraine's Luhansk and Kherson regions have formally petitioned President Vladimir Putin to merge them into Russia.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-and-russia-sign-a-trading-agreement-for-wheat-and-oil-report-520565">Taliban and Russia sign a trading agreement for wheat and oil: Report</a>

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As per Reuters, Afghanistan rulers the Taliban have signed a provisional deal for gas and wheat with Russia. Reportedly Moscow had offered Afghanistan a discount on the average global commodity prices.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hurricane-ian-just-shy-of-most-dangerous-category-5-status-lashes-florida-520557">Hurricane Ian, just shy of 'most dangerous' Category 5 status, nears landfall in Florida&nbsp;</a>

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Hurricane Ian, which gained the extremely dangerous Category 4 status, is nearing&nbsp;landfall along southwest Florida, with the top winds attaining the speed of 155 mph, just shy of the 'most dangerous' Category 5 status.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/from-nda-to-pvsm-anil-chauhans-journey-to-becoming-cds-of-india-520564">From NDA to PVSM: Anil Chauhan's journey to becoming CDS of India</a>

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The next Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) will be Lt. Gen. Anil Chauhan (Retired) PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, SM, VSM, who will also serve as Secretary to the Government of India, Department of Military Affairs, starting on the day he assumes responsibility and continuing until further orders.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-serenades-taiwanese-chip-companies-to-drop-anchor-in-the-continent-520540">EU serenades Taiwanese chip companies to drop anchor in the continent</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/13/194785-untitled-design-13.jpg" />

A couple of weeks after Taiwanese major Foxconn announced it will be building a semiconductor plant in India, the European Union (EU) has swung into action to persuade other Taiwanese companies to do the same in the continent.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/musk-wants-his-freedom-to-tweet-anything-back-seeks-to-end-sec-consent-decree-520530">Musk wants back his freedom to tweet anything, seeks to end SEC consent decree</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/07/15/279393-untitled-design-1.png" />

Elon Musk is battling for his free speech. Reportedly, the Tesla founder through his attorneys on Tuesday filed a brief to end a consent decree with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) which requires&nbsp;him to seek the approval of a Tesla lawyer before tweeting posts that might contain material information about the company.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/23-mn-fine-imposed-on-tech-giant-oracle-for-bribing-foreign-officials-in-turkey-uae-and-india-520542">$23 mn fine imposed on tech giant Oracle for bribing officials in Turkey, UAE and India</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/09/28/299554-r.jpeg" />

Tech giant Oracle has been fined $23 million by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for breaking the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA). The punishment was issued for funnelling money to corrupt officials in Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, and India.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/men-are-from-mars-women-are-from-venus-which-one-should-humans-visit-first-520603">'Men are from Mars, women are from Venus', which planet should humans visit first?</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/09/28/299594-new-wion-4.png" />

While Mars is the intended target for humanity's first crewed mission to another planet, a group of experts is now advocating for Earth's sister planet Venus to get that accolade.&nbsp;However, the planet is&nbsp;hot enough to melt lead, is home to clouds of sulphuric acid a chemical capable of causing severe skin burns, and has a crushing atmospheric pressure.&nbsp;Why then, do these experts want to forego Mars and visit Venus? Read to find out.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/swiss-glaciers-melt-at-record-rate-lose-over-6-volume-in-2022-520537">Swiss glaciers' melting rate peaks to worst in century, lose over 6% volume in 2022&nbsp;</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/09/28/299551-alps.jpg" />

Swiss glaciers have lost more than six per cent of their total volume this year, recording its worst melting rate since record keeping began over a century ago, the Swiss Academy of Sciences said in their report.

Following reports of gas leak in Nord Stream 1 and 2, the major pipelines that transport natural gas from western Siberia in Russia to Europe, Ukraine had alleged that the malfunction was deliberate and actually "terrorist attack" by Moscow.

Following reports of gas leak in Nord Stream 1 and 2, the major pipelines that transport natural gas from western Siberia in Russia to Europe, Ukraine had alleged that the malfunction was deliberate and actually "terrorist attack" by Moscow. Now Russia, has denied the allegation, branding them "absurd and stupid". Meanwhile, four areas of Ukraine have apparently voted overwhelmingly in favour of joining Russia. West however says that these referendums were coercive exercises designed to give Moscow a pretext to annex about 15 per cent of Ukrainian land. In other news, scientists are touting Venus as the next big destination for space exploration. All this and more in tonight's newsletter. Click on the headlines to read more: 'Stupid and absurd' to accuse Russia of Nord Stream leaks: Kremlin The European Union has claimed that gas leaks on the Nord Stream pipes to Europe were a "deliberate act," while the Kremlin called this claim "stupid and absurd." Russia-installed administrators in occupied regions ask Putin to hastily incorporate them Following hurriedly organised referendums that Ukraine and the West blasted as fraudulent, the Russian-installed administrators of Ukraine's Luhansk and Kherson regions have formally petitioned President Vladimir Putin to merge them into Russia. Taliban and Russia sign a trading agreement for wheat and oil: Report As per Reuters, Afghanistan rulers the Taliban have signed a provisional deal for gas and wheat with Russia. Reportedly Moscow had offered Afghanistan a discount on the average global commodity prices. Hurricane Ian, just shy of 'most dangerous' Category 5 status, nears landfall in Florida Hurricane Ian, which gained the extremely dangerous Category 4 status, is nearing landfall along southwest Florida, with the top winds attaining the speed of 155 mph, just shy of the 'most dangerous' Category 5 status. From NDA to PVSM: Anil Chauhan's journey to becoming CDS of India The next Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) will be Lt. Gen. Anil Chauhan (Retired) PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, SM, VSM, who will also serve as Secretary to the Government of India, Department of Military Affairs, starting on the day he assumes responsibility and continuing until further orders. EU serenades Taiwanese chip companies to drop anchor in the continent A couple of weeks after Taiwanese major Foxconn announced it will be building a semiconductor plant in India, the European Union (EU) has swung into action to persuade other Taiwanese companies to do the same in the continent. Musk wants back his freedom to tweet anything, seeks to end SEC consent decree Elon Musk is battling for his free speech. Reportedly, the Tesla founder through his attorneys on Tuesday filed a brief to end a consent decree with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) which requires him to seek the approval of a Tesla lawyer before tweeting posts that might contain material information about the company. $23 mn fine imposed on tech giant Oracle for bribing officials in Turkey, UAE and India Tech giant Oracle has been fined $23 million by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for breaking the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA). The punishment was issued for funnelling money to corrupt officials in Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, and India. 'Men are from Mars, women are from Venus', which planet should humans visit first? While Mars is the intended target for humanity's first crewed mission to another planet, a group of experts is now advocating for Earth's sister planet Venus to get that accolade. However, the planet is hot enough to melt lead, is home to clouds of sulphuric acid a chemical capable of causing severe skin burns, and has a crushing atmospheric pressure. Why then, do these experts want to forego Mars and visit Venus? Read to find out. Swiss glaciers' melting rate peaks to worst in century, lose over 6% volume in 2022 Swiss glaciers have lost more than six per cent of their total volume this year, recording its worst melting rate since record keeping began over a century ago, the Swiss Academy of Sciences said in their report.

Top 10 world news: Russia denies role in Nord Stream leak, Hurricane Ian, and more

Addressing the world leaders at the 77th session of the United General Assembly, US President Joe Biden said that Russian President Vladimir Putin&nbsp;has 'shamelessly violated' UN charter with the invasion of Ukraine. He also made reference to Putin's recently announced&nbsp;&nbsp;partial military mobilisation and said:&nbsp;"We stand in solidarity with Ukraine.. and against Russian aggression. Period!".&nbsp;

Following Putin's announcement oil prices and shares of oil, defence companies have seen a rise. Additionally there has also been a sudden surge in people trying to book tickets out of Russia.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Also read about the uproar in Nepal after its new citizenship bill goes unsigned by President&nbsp;Bidya Devi Bhandari, fresh criticism of China's zero-covid policy, and a new study on dinosaur extinction.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/unga-biden-tears-into-putin-says-he-shamelessly-violated-un-charter-518489">UNGA: Biden tears into Putin, says he 'shamelessly violated' UN charter</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/09/21/297756-biden-unga.jpg" />US President Joe Biden came down harshly on Russian President Vladimir Putin in his speech at 77th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). Lashing out at Putin over Ukraine war, threat of using nuclear weapons and military mobilisation, Biden said Putin 'shamelessly violated' UN charter.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/partial-military-mobilisation-in-russia-has-markets-on-alert-518418">Partial military mobilisation in Russia announcement puts markets on high alert</a>

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Share markets across the world showed movement as Russian President Vladimir Putin announced partial mobilisation in the country. The escalation has raised concerns about energy supplies as well as increased demand for weapons.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-un-iranian-president-raisi-targets-us-over-nuclear-accord-says-serious-about-reviving-it-518463">At UN, Iranian President Raisi targets US over nuclear accord, says 'serious about reviving' it&nbsp;</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/09/21/297737-dsdsdsser.jpg" />Addressing the world leaders at the 77th session of the United General Assembly on Wednesday, Iran President Ebrahim Raisi in his debut speech expressed displeasure over the breakdown of the 2015 nuclear accord and accused the United States of “trampling upon” Tehran's aspirations.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-unveils-plans-six-month-plan-to-pay-half-of-energy-bills-for-businesses-518364">UK unveils six-month plan to cut energy bills for businesses, hospitals and schools by half</a>

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Britain's Prime Minister Liz Truss announced a new scheme&nbsp;to support businesses with their energy bills and help them "get through the winter."&nbsp;As per the new plan, the businesses will receive an emergency package that includes a cap aimed at a significant reduction of the price paid for energy from October 1.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-putins-orders-to-call-up-reservists-flights-out-of-russia-sell-out-518470">After Putin orders to call-up reservists, flights out of Russia sell out</a>

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After President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday ordered Russia's first mobilisation since World War II, one-way flights out of the country were surging in price and selling out fast.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-zero-covid-policy-crippling-european-businesses-in-country-report-518404">China's 'Zero-Covid' policy crippling European businesses in the country: Report</a>

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A significant business lobby said on Wednesday that China's "inflexible" and "inconsistent" zero-Covid policy is harming European companies' operations in the nation and that their presence "can no longer be taken for granted".&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/nepal-presidents-unconstitutional-move-on-citizenship-bill-sparks-protest-518475">Nepal President's 'unconstitutional move' on citizenship bill sparks protest</a>

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Nepal President Bidya Devi Bhandari has refused to certify a key bill to amend the Nepal Citizenship Act within the stipulated deadline of 15 days even after it&nbsp;was endorsed twice by both houses of Parliament. The President’s move is being seen as unconstitutional by constitutional experts.&nbsp;Stateless people staged a sit-in protest in Kathmandu against the President’s decision to not sign the bill.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/despite-declining-aid-earlier-pakistan-considers-importing-mosquito-nets-from-india-amid-a-malaria-outbreak-518414">Despite declining aid earlier, Pakistan considers importing mosquito nets from India amid a malaria outbreak</a>

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Flood-ravaged Pakistan&nbsp;reeling under the threat of flood-borne diseases like Malaria.&nbsp;As per a tweet by a senior Pakistani journalist, the nation which earlier turned down&nbsp;Indian aid is now considering the import of 71 lakh mosquito nets from its neighbouring nation, India.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-to-toughen-punishment-for-secessionist-forces-in-taiwan-518393">China intends to toughen punishment for secessionist forces in Taiwan</a>

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Couple of days after the US President made statements that seemingly encouraged secessionists in Taiwan, China has stepped up on the throttle. Reportedly, Beijing is set to toughen punishment for Taiwan's 'pro-independence' forces.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/did-an-asteroid-wipe-out-dinosaurs-new-study-claims-otherwise-heres-what-it-says-happened-518465">Was an asteroid the sole reason dinosaurs went extinct? New study claims they were already 'dying out'</a>

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We've all pretty much grown up in the information that the otherworldly object was behind the extinction of the mighty lizards. But what if that wasn't completely true?&nbsp;A new major study claims that dinosaurs were "already dying" back when they got wiped out by the giant asteroid.&nbsp;

Addressing the world leaders at the 77th session of the United General Assembly, US President Joe Biden said that Russian President Vladimir Putin has 'shamelessly violated' UN charter with the invasion of Ukraine.

Addressing the world leaders at the 77th session of the United General Assembly, US President Joe Biden said that Russian President Vladimir Putin has 'shamelessly violated' UN charter with the invasion of Ukraine. He also made reference to Putin's recently announced partial military mobilisation and said: "We stand in solidarity with Ukraine.. and against Russian aggression. Period!". Following Putin's announcement oil prices and shares of oil, defence companies have seen a rise. Additionally there has also been a sudden surge in people trying to book tickets out of Russia. Also read about the uproar in Nepal after its new citizenship bill goes unsigned by President Bidya Devi Bhandari, fresh criticism of China's zero-covid policy, and a new study on dinosaur extinction. Click on the headlines to read more: UNGA: Biden tears into Putin, says he 'shamelessly violated' UN charter US President Joe Biden came down harshly on Russian President Vladimir Putin in his speech at 77th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). Lashing out at Putin over Ukraine war, threat of using nuclear weapons and military mobilisation, Biden said Putin 'shamelessly violated' UN charter. Partial military mobilisation in Russia announcement puts markets on high alert Share markets across the world showed movement as Russian President Vladimir Putin announced partial mobilisation in the country. The escalation has raised concerns about energy supplies as well as increased demand for weapons. At UN, Iranian President Raisi targets US over nuclear accord, says 'serious about reviving' it Addressing the world leaders at the 77th session of the United General Assembly on Wednesday, Iran President Ebrahim Raisi in his debut speech expressed displeasure over the breakdown of the 2015 nuclear accord and accused the United States of “trampling upon” Tehran's aspirations. UK unveils six-month plan to cut energy bills for businesses, hospitals and schools by half Britain's Prime Minister Liz Truss announced a new scheme to support businesses with their energy bills and help them "get through the winter." As per the new plan, the businesses will receive an emergency package that includes a cap aimed at a significant reduction of the price paid for energy from October 1. After Putin orders to call-up reservists, flights out of Russia sell out After President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday ordered Russia's first mobilisation since World War II, one-way flights out of the country were surging in price and selling out fast. China's 'Zero-Covid' policy crippling European businesses in the country: Report A significant business lobby said on Wednesday that China's "inflexible" and "inconsistent" zero-Covid policy is harming European companies' operations in the nation and that their presence "can no longer be taken for granted". Nepal President's 'unconstitutional move' on citizenship bill sparks protest Nepal President Bidya Devi Bhandari has refused to certify a key bill to amend the Nepal Citizenship Act within the stipulated deadline of 15 days even after it was endorsed twice by both houses of Parliament. The President’s move is being seen as unconstitutional by constitutional experts. Stateless people staged a sit-in protest in Kathmandu against the President’s decision to not sign the bill. Despite declining aid earlier, Pakistan considers importing mosquito nets from India amid a malaria outbreak Flood-ravaged Pakistan reeling under the threat of flood-borne diseases like Malaria. As per a tweet by a senior Pakistani journalist, the nation which earlier turned down Indian aid is now considering the import of 71 lakh mosquito nets from its neighbouring nation, India. China intends to toughen punishment for secessionist forces in Taiwan Couple of days after the US President made statements that seemingly encouraged secessionists in Taiwan, China has stepped up on the throttle. Reportedly, Beijing is set to toughen punishment for Taiwan's 'pro-independence' forces. Was an asteroid the sole reason dinosaurs went extinct? New study claims they were already 'dying out' We've all pretty much grown up in the information that the otherworldly object was behind the extinction of the mighty lizards. But what if that wasn't completely true? A new major study claims that dinosaurs were "already dying" back when they got wiped out by the giant asteroid.

Top 10 world news: Biden's harsh criticism of Putin at UNGA, Iran's accusation against US, and more

The Russian-occupied regions of&nbsp;Zaporizhzhia, Donetsk and Lugansk have decided to hold a referendum&nbsp;on Friday this week to formally join the Russian Federation.&nbsp;These areas are at the forefront of a massive counteroffensive by Ukrainian forces. In other news, an Indian 'fantasy' gaming platform has sued&nbsp;Google over its new 'discriminatory' gaming policy.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-controlled-zaporizhzhia-region-may-stage-referendum-to-join-russia-in-coming-days-518094" hreflang="en">Russia-controlled Zaporizhzhia region may stage referendum to join Russia</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/09/07/293540-plant.jpg" />Kyiv referred to the ballots as a "sham" and declared that it would "remove" Russian threats, claiming that its forces would continue retaking territory regardless of what Moscow or its proxies declared.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-delegation-on-secret-visit-to-israel-report-518081">Pakistan delegation on secret visit to Israel: Report</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/09/20/297385-glag.jpg" />A delegation from Pakistan headed by a former senior minister is currently on a secret visit to Israel—a country which has no diplomatic relations with Pakistan, according to media reports.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-fantasy-gaming-platform-sues-google-to-stop-new-gaming-policy-calls-it-discriminatory-518065" hreflang="en">Indian 'fantasy' gaming platform sues Google to stop new gaming policy, calls it discriminatory</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/09/09/294387-untitled-design-53.png" />Indian online gaming company WinZO has filed a lawsuit against Google, alleging that the internet giant's decision to permit real-money fantasy sports and rummy games on its platform is discriminatory. A copy of the lawsuit was obtained by Reuters.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/meghan-requests-one-to-one-meeting-with-king-charles-to-resolve-differences-report-518099" hreflang="en">Meghan requests ‘one-to-one meeting’ with King Charles to resolve differences: Report</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/09/20/297400-meghan.jpg" />Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, has sought a “one-to-one meeting” with King Charles III, a royal insider has claimed, saying that the “brave request” was made in an attempt to build the bridges between the two.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/queens-crush-disrespectful-prince-harry-more-heart-warming-controversial-moments-from-royal-funeral-518155" hreflang="en">Queen's crush, 'disrespectful’ Prince Harry &amp; more: Heart-warming, controversial moments from royal funeral</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/09/20/297448-new-wion-13.png" />The funeral of Britain's longest-serving monarch, Queen Elizabeth II was a sombre affair. The ten days of the royal wake featured both heartwarming moments and controversial ones.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-doubles-down-on-decision-to-invade-ukraine-ahead-of-of-unga-518075">Putin doubles down on decision to invade Ukraine ahead of UNGA</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/08/25/290309-new-wion.png" />Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday (September 20) asserted that Russia would pursue its "sovereign course" on the world stage, hinting at Russia's invasion of Ukraine. His words have come just ahead of United Nations General Assembly.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mark-zuckerbergs-net-worth-falls-by-71-billion-in-last-12-months-517994" hreflang="en">Mark Zuckerberg's net worth falls by $71 billion in last 12 months</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/09/20/297305-0001lo590.jpg" />The move to rebrand Facebook into Meta and the focus on Metaverse has not worked out well for Mark Zuckerberg in the short run as his net worth dropped by a massive $71 billion in 2022, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-wastes-much-more-food-than-it-imports-even-amid-cost-of-living-crisis-report-518078" hreflang="en">EU wastes much more food than it imports, even amid cost of living crisis</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/09/20/297383-m63g4vefprouxibg5przomxgzm.jpg" />According to the study's estimations, the EU fritters away some 153 million tonnes of food annually, which is double earlier projections and 15 million tonnes more than is imported.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-rally-plays-music-resembling-qanon-song-and-crowds-react-518147" hreflang="en">Trump rally plays music resembling QAnon song, and crowds react</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/09/20/297444-wion-news-images-14.png" />Former President Donald Trump appeared to more fully embrace QAnon on Saturday, playing a song at a political rally in Ohio that prompted attendees to respond with a salute in reference to the cultlike conspiracy theory’s theme song.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/node/518133" hreflang="en">Pak’s Punjab assembly passes resolution to initiate treason charges against PM</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/09/20/297431-sharif.jpg" />Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has been accused of committing treason for consulting his elder brother and ex-PM ‘fugitive’ Nawaz Sharif in London for the appointment of the next Army Chief.

The Russian-occupied regions of Zaporizhzhia, Donetsk and Lugansk have decided to hold a referendum on Friday this week to formally join the Russian Federation. These areas are at the forefront of a massive counteroffensive by Ukrainian forces.

The Russian-occupied regions of Zaporizhzhia, Donetsk and Lugansk have decided to hold a referendum on Friday this week to formally join the Russian Federation. These areas are at the forefront of a massive counteroffensive by Ukrainian forces. In other news, an Indian 'fantasy' gaming platform has sued Google over its new 'discriminatory' gaming policy. Click on the headlines to read more: Russia-controlled Zaporizhzhia region may stage referendum to join Russia Kyiv referred to the ballots as a "sham" and declared that it would "remove" Russian threats, claiming that its forces would continue retaking territory regardless of what Moscow or its proxies declared. Pakistan delegation on secret visit to Israel: Report A delegation from Pakistan headed by a former senior minister is currently on a secret visit to Israel—a country which has no diplomatic relations with Pakistan, according to media reports. Indian 'fantasy' gaming platform sues Google to stop new gaming policy, calls it discriminatory Indian online gaming company WinZO has filed a lawsuit against Google, alleging that the internet giant's decision to permit real-money fantasy sports and rummy games on its platform is discriminatory. A copy of the lawsuit was obtained by Reuters. Meghan requests ‘one-to-one meeting’ with King Charles to resolve differences: Report Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, has sought a “one-to-one meeting” with King Charles III, a royal insider has claimed, saying that the “brave request” was made in an attempt to build the bridges between the two. Queen's crush, 'disrespectful’ Prince Harry & more: Heart-warming, controversial moments from royal funeral The funeral of Britain's longest-serving monarch, Queen Elizabeth II was a sombre affair. The ten days of the royal wake featured both heartwarming moments and controversial ones. Putin doubles down on decision to invade Ukraine ahead of UNGA Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday (September 20) asserted that Russia would pursue its "sovereign course" on the world stage, hinting at Russia's invasion of Ukraine. His words have come just ahead of United Nations General Assembly. Mark Zuckerberg's net worth falls by $71 billion in last 12 months The move to rebrand Facebook into Meta and the focus on Metaverse has not worked out well for Mark Zuckerberg in the short run as his net worth dropped by a massive $71 billion in 2022, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. EU wastes much more food than it imports, even amid cost of living crisis According to the study's estimations, the EU fritters away some 153 million tonnes of food annually, which is double earlier projections and 15 million tonnes more than is imported. Trump rally plays music resembling QAnon song, and crowds react Former President Donald Trump appeared to more fully embrace QAnon on Saturday, playing a song at a political rally in Ohio that prompted attendees to respond with a salute in reference to the cultlike conspiracy theory’s theme song. Pak’s Punjab assembly passes resolution to initiate treason charges against PM Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has been accused of committing treason for consulting his elder brother and ex-PM ‘fugitive’ Nawaz Sharif in London for the appointment of the next Army Chief.

Top 10 world news: Russian-held territories to hold referendum, Google sued and more

Citing concerns over "World War III", Tesla CEO Elon Musk blamed&nbsp;the Russia-Ukraine conflict for delaying Twitter's buyout deal worth $44 billion. In other news,&nbsp;King Charles the Third on Monday (September 12) addressed the British parliament for the first time as monarch. Meanwhile, an Indian court admitted&nbsp;the plea of the five Hindu women seeking the right to worship inside the city's Gyanvapi mosque.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/elon-musk-blames-russia-ukraine-conflict-for-delaying-twitters-buyout-deal-515397">Elon Musk blames Russia-Ukraine conflict for delaying Twitter's buyout deal</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/04/29/258294-em-11.jpg" />Highlighting that the purchase wouldn't "make sense" if a third world war were imminent, the billionaire had allegedly said it'd be wise to "slow down" his Twitter acquisition.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/king-charles-iii-makes-first-address-to-british-parliament-515469">King Charles III makes first address to British parliament</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/09/12/295125-king-charles-british-parliament.jpg" />In his speech, King Charles vowed to follow the "example of selfless duty" set by his "darling late mother". Charles immediately became British monarch after his mother Queen Elizabeth the Second passed away on Thursday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/gyanvapi-mosque-case-verdict-indian-court-admits-hindu-womens-plea-seeking-right-to-worship-515355">Gyanvapi Mosque case verdict: Indian court admits&nbsp;Hindu petitioners' plea seeking right to worship</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/09/12/295034-mosque.jpg" />The district order ruled that the suit filed by the Hindu Worshippers is not barred by The Places of Worship Act or the Waqf Act. The Varanasi court will now further hear the suit of the Hindu worshippers.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-reaffirms-readiness-to-cooperate-with-the-un-nuclear-watchdog-515442">Iran reaffirms 'readiness' to cooperate with the UN nuclear watchdog</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/09/12/295103-untitled-design-4.png" />After the agency said in a report it "cannot assure" the peaceful nature of Tehran's nuclear programme, Iran reaffirmed Monday its "readiness" to cooperate with the UN nuclear watchdog.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/jasprit-bumrah-harshal-patel-return-as-india-announce-15-man-squad-for-t20-world-cup-2022-515422" hreflang="en">Jasprit Bumrah, Harshal Patel return as India announce 15-man squad for T20 World Cup 2022</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/09/12/295084-indian-cricket-team-1.png" />The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Monday (September 12) announced India's 15-man squad for the T20 World Cup 2022. There are no major surprises in the squad as fast bowlers Jasprit Bumrah and Harshal Patel have returned after recovering well from their respective injuries.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/economy/economic-experts-fear-queen-elizabeth-iis-funeral-will-further-damage-the-uks-economy-515503" hreflang="en">Economic experts fear Queen Elizabeth II's funeral will further damage the UK's economy</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/09/12/295150-new-wion-15.png" />Experts have attributed the June dip to a public holiday for Queen's platinum jubilee, which marked her 70 years on the throne. Now another public holiday is scheduled next week for her funeral.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-lockdown-china-censuring-peoples-pleas-on-social-media-amid-food-and-medicine-shortages-515419" hreflang="en">China censuring people’s pleas on social media amid food &amp; medicine shortage</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/09/12/295082-lockd.jpg" />Chinese people under lockdown complaining about food and medicine shortages have prompted the authorities to censure their desperate pleas on social media platforms as the country’s draconian ‘zero-Covid’ police takes a toll.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/21st-century-and-yet-50-million-people-across-the-world-are-still-bound-in-modern-slavery-un-515377" hreflang="en">21st century and yet 50 million people across the world are still bound in 'modern slavery': UN</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/09/12/295051-new-wion.png" />lavery is a scourge in human history, where people were held by someone else or treated as their property without the privileges of a "free person". Surely this menace doesn't exist in the modern world, does it? According&nbsp;to the United Nations, it does and it is called "modern slavery".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/node/515474" hreflang="en">Imran Khan meeting with former CIA analyst raises eyebrows</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/09/12/295121-untitled-design-5.png" />After blaming a US-led conspiracy for the change in regime, former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has met former Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) analyst and lobbyist Robin Raphel, according to media reports.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-moves-towards-low-and-non-alcoholic-drinks-amidst-massive-demand-515329" hreflang="en">Japan moves towards low- and non-alcoholic drinks amidst massive demand</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/09/12/295010-5.jpg" />It is a popular conception that alcoholic drinks are extremely popular among the youth in any country, but Japan seems to be slowly changing the trend. In the past few years, the popularity of low and non-alcoholic drinks has surged massively in the country.

Citing concerns over "World War III", Tesla CEO Elon Musk blamed the Russia-Ukraine conflict for delaying Twitter's buyout deal worth $44 billion. In other news, King Charles the Third on Monday (September 12) addressed the British parliament for the first time as monarch.

Citing concerns over "World War III", Tesla CEO Elon Musk blamed the Russia-Ukraine conflict for delaying Twitter's buyout deal worth $44 billion. In other news, King Charles the Third on Monday (September 12) addressed the British parliament for the first time as monarch. Meanwhile, an Indian court admitted the plea of the five Hindu women seeking the right to worship inside the city's Gyanvapi mosque. Click on the headlines to read more: Elon Musk blames Russia-Ukraine conflict for delaying Twitter's buyout deal Highlighting that the purchase wouldn't "make sense" if a third world war were imminent, the billionaire had allegedly said it'd be wise to "slow down" his Twitter acquisition. King Charles III makes first address to British parliament In his speech, King Charles vowed to follow the "example of selfless duty" set by his "darling late mother". Charles immediately became British monarch after his mother Queen Elizabeth the Second passed away on Thursday. Gyanvapi Mosque case verdict: Indian court admits Hindu petitioners' plea seeking right to worship The district order ruled that the suit filed by the Hindu Worshippers is not barred by The Places of Worship Act or the Waqf Act. The Varanasi court will now further hear the suit of the Hindu worshippers. Iran reaffirms 'readiness' to cooperate with the UN nuclear watchdog After the agency said in a report it "cannot assure" the peaceful nature of Tehran's nuclear programme, Iran reaffirmed Monday its "readiness" to cooperate with the UN nuclear watchdog. Jasprit Bumrah, Harshal Patel return as India announce 15-man squad for T20 World Cup 2022 The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Monday (September 12) announced India's 15-man squad for the T20 World Cup 2022. There are no major surprises in the squad as fast bowlers Jasprit Bumrah and Harshal Patel have returned after recovering well from their respective injuries. Economic experts fear Queen Elizabeth II's funeral will further damage the UK's economy Experts have attributed the June dip to a public holiday for Queen's platinum jubilee, which marked her 70 years on the throne. Now another public holiday is scheduled next week for her funeral. China censuring people’s pleas on social media amid food & medicine shortage Chinese people under lockdown complaining about food and medicine shortages have prompted the authorities to censure their desperate pleas on social media platforms as the country’s draconian ‘zero-Covid’ police takes a toll. 21st century and yet 50 million people across the world are still bound in 'modern slavery': UN lavery is a scourge in human history, where people were held by someone else or treated as their property without the privileges of a "free person". Surely this menace doesn't exist in the modern world, does it? According to the United Nations, it does and it is called "modern slavery". Imran Khan meeting with former CIA analyst raises eyebrows After blaming a US-led conspiracy for the change in regime, former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has met former Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) analyst and lobbyist Robin Raphel, according to media reports. Japan moves towards low- and non-alcoholic drinks amidst massive demand It is a popular conception that alcoholic drinks are extremely popular among the youth in any country, but Japan seems to be slowly changing the trend. In the past few years, the popularity of low and non-alcoholic drinks has surged massively in the country.

Top 10 news: Musk blames Russia-Ukraine war for Twitter buyout delay, India's T20 World Cup squad and more

In a ceremony held at the Pentagon in Washington on Sunday, US President Joe Biden laid a wreath and honoured the lives lost in the 9/11 attack on its 21st anniversary.&nbsp;Prime Minister&nbsp;Liz&nbsp;Truss&nbsp;will join King Charles III at memorial services around Britain for Queen Elizabeth, Downing Street has said, while denying she would officially accompany him after the idea drew criticism.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/911-anniversary-biden-lays-wreath-in-ceremony-at-pentagon-honours-lives-lost-515189">9/11 attacks: Biden lays wreath at Pentagon to honour lost lives on 21st anniversary</a>

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During the ceremony, Biden said, ''It's not enough to stand up for democracy once a year or every now or then. It's something we have to do every single day. We will secure democracy together as one America, the United States of America. That's who we are."'

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/queen-elizabeth-live-updates-concerns-mount-over-the-monarchs-health-514190">LIVE | PM Truss to join King Charles III at services across UK</a>

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"The PM is not 'accompanying' the king and it is not a 'tour'. She is merely attending these services," Downing Street said.

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For the first time in two years since the outbreak of Covid, Chinese President Xi Jinping will step out of Beijing for Uzbekistan to meet his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin.

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In a counter-offensive centred on the country's northeast, Ukraine said Sunday its forces had recaptured more than 3,000 square kilometres (1,158 square miles) this month from Russian troops.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkish-coast-guard-accuses-greek-ships-of-firing-on-cargo-vessel-in-aegean-sea-515142" hreflang="en">Turkish Coast Guard accuses Greek ships of firing on its cargo vessel in Aegean Sea</a>

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Escalating tensions between the regional rivals that have mounted in recent weeks, the Turkish Coast Guard has now accused Greek ships of firing on its cargo vessel in the Aegean Sea.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japanese-voters-re-elect-okinawas-governor-who-wants-smaller-us-military-footprint-on-chain-of-islands-515178" hreflang="en">Japanese voters re-elect Okinawa's governor who wants smaller US military footprint on chain of islands</a>

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Denny Tamaki, who wants a smaller footprint of the US military on the chain of islands near Taiwan, has been re-elected as Okinawa's governor.

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Queen Elizabeth's oak coffin began its journey from Balmoral Castle, her summer retreat in the Scottish Highlands, down to Edinburgh on Sunday, with thousands of Scots expected to line the streets to pay their respects.

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Swedes voted on Sunday in an election pitting the incumbent centre-left Social Democrats against a right-wing bloc that has embraced the anti-immigration&nbsp;Sweden&nbsp;Democrats as it tries to win back power after eight years in opposition.

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The opposition parties in Sri Lanka have criticised President Ranil Wickremesinghe for expanding his cabinet amid the country's economic crisis.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/five-killed-several-injured-in-papua-new-gunieas-76-magnitude-earthquake-515159" hreflang="en">Five killed, several injured in Papua New Guinea's 7.6 magnitude earthquake</a>

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A 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck Papua New Guinea on Sunday (September 11), damaging several buildings, causing landslides to occur and claiming the lives of five people, and injuring several others.

In a ceremony held at the Pentagon in Washington on Sunday, US President Joe Biden laid a wreath and honoured the lives lost in the 9/11 attack on its 21st anniversary.

In a ceremony held at the Pentagon in Washington on Sunday, US President Joe Biden laid a wreath and honoured the lives lost in the 9/11 attack on its 21st anniversary. Prime Minister Liz Truss will join King Charles III at memorial services around Britain for Queen Elizabeth, Downing Street has said, while denying she would officially accompany him after the idea drew criticism. Click on headlines to read more: 9/11 attacks: Biden lays wreath at Pentagon to honour lost lives on 21st anniversary During the ceremony, Biden said, ''It's not enough to stand up for democracy once a year or every now or then. It's something we have to do every single day. We will secure democracy together as one America, the United States of America. That's who we are."' LIVE | PM Truss to join King Charles III at services across UK "The PM is not 'accompanying' the king and it is not a 'tour'. She is merely attending these services," Downing Street said. For first time since Covid outbreak, Xi Jinping to leave China, meet Putin For the first time in two years since the outbreak of Covid, Chinese President Xi Jinping will step out of Beijing for Uzbekistan to meet his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. Recaptured over 3,000 sq km this month from Russian troops: Ukraine In a counter-offensive centred on the country's northeast, Ukraine said Sunday its forces had recaptured more than 3,000 square kilometres (1,158 square miles) this month from Russian troops. Turkish Coast Guard accuses Greek ships of firing on its cargo vessel in Aegean Sea Escalating tensions between the regional rivals that have mounted in recent weeks, the Turkish Coast Guard has now accused Greek ships of firing on its cargo vessel in the Aegean Sea. Japanese voters re-elect Okinawa's governor who wants smaller US military footprint on chain of islands Denny Tamaki, who wants a smaller footprint of the US military on the chain of islands near Taiwan, has been re-elected as Okinawa's governor. Queen Elizabeth II's close connection to Scotland Queen Elizabeth's oak coffin began its journey from Balmoral Castle, her summer retreat in the Scottish Highlands, down to Edinburgh on Sunday, with thousands of Scots expected to line the streets to pay their respects. What to know about Sweden’s election marked by crime, energy crisis Swedes voted on Sunday in an election pitting the incumbent centre-left Social Democrats against a right-wing bloc that has embraced the anti-immigration Sweden Democrats as it tries to win back power after eight years in opposition. Sri Lankan opposition parties criticise president for expanding his cabinet The opposition parties in Sri Lanka have criticised President Ranil Wickremesinghe for expanding his cabinet amid the country's economic crisis. Five killed, several injured in Papua New Guinea's 7.6 magnitude earthquake A 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck Papua New Guinea on Sunday (September 11), damaging several buildings, causing landslides to occur and claiming the lives of five people, and injuring several others.

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Recep Tayyip Erdogan, the president of Turkiye, says that the West's policies toward Moscow are "provocative" as the standoff between the two sides intensifies and as the European Union debates a price cap on the nation's oil supplies. In sports news, Sunil Gavaskar has called for the Indian cricket team's management to learn from the mistakes committed in the Asia Cup to help prevent the team from making the same mistakes in the T20 World Cup.

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Turkiye President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has voiced his displeasure towards what he called the West's 'provocative' policies towards Russia. Erdogan's comment has come just when the European Union is thinking about a price cap on Russian gas.

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In response to questions from lawmakers on Wednesday, the new British Prime Minister Liz Truss&nbsp;said she would not impose a windfall tax to pay for any energy bill freeze intended to counteract sharp increases in the prices of gas and electricity.&nbsp;

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Jacob Zuma, a former president of South Africa and one of those accused of corruption in a multi-million dollar arms deal that stretches back to 1999, has sued a journalist and the state prosecutor who is leading the case against him.

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The upcoming state funeral for Japan’s former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has sparked major controversy as the current government is set to spend nearly 1.7 billion yen ($12 million), which has caused a public uproar in the form of petitions, protests, and court orders. The former PM was assassinated during a campaign speech, earlier this year, in July.&nbsp;

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The American state of California&nbsp;is bracing for imminent power blackouts as the grid operators have been authorised to rotate power outages so as to balance the soaring electricity demand that has broken records.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/united-airlines-to-stop-operations-at-jfk-if-flight-allocation-not-increased-513748">United Airlines to stop operations at JFK if flight allocation not increased</a>

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United Airlines, one of the largest airline companies in the USA, has issued a warning to&nbsp;Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) that it will suspend its services at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) if it does not receive permits for additional flights.

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Five speech therapists were found guilty of sedition by a Hong Kong court after they produced a number of picture books for kids featuring cartoon animals. This case, according to opponents, demonstrates the city's increasing limits on liberties.&nbsp;

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Former Indian captain Sunil Gavaskar recently called upon the management of the Indian cricket team to pay close attention to the gaps that were revealed in the team's game so as to ensure that the same issues can be ironed out before the team sets off on its ICC Men's&nbsp;T20 World Cup campaign.

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A new study by Lancet has found that India severely overuses antibiotics and a huge part of the formulations that the country's private sector uses aren't even approved by the Central drug regulator.

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Secrets and unknown species abound in the waters of Earth's oceans. Among these mysterious species is one worm detected by scientists in 2020. Its iridescent colours reminded the discoverers so much of the king of rock'n'roll that they nicknamed it the "Elvis worm".

Recep Tayyip Erdogan, the president of Turkiye, says that the West's policies toward Moscow are "provocative" as the standoff between the two sides intensifies and as the European Union debates a price cap on the nation's oil supplies.

Recep Tayyip Erdogan, the president of Turkiye, says that the West's policies toward Moscow are "provocative" as the standoff between the two sides intensifies and as the European Union debates a price cap on the nation's oil supplies. In sports news, Sunil Gavaskar has called for the Indian cricket team's management to learn from the mistakes committed in the Asia Cup to help prevent the team from making the same mistakes in the T20 World Cup. We also bring you news from the world of science, real all about a the shimmering "Elvis" worm that was discovered thousands of feet underwater. Click on the headline to read more: Erdogan calls Western policies towards Russia 'provocative', Putin threatens relook at grain deal Turkiye President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has voiced his displeasure towards what he called the West's 'provocative' policies towards Russia. Erdogan's comment has come just when the European Union is thinking about a price cap on Russian gas. UK PM Truss rules out windfall tax to fund energy bill freeze, to lay out support package proposals In response to questions from lawmakers on Wednesday, the new British Prime Minister Liz Truss said she would not impose a windfall tax to pay for any energy bill freeze intended to counteract sharp increases in the prices of gas and electricity. South Africa's ex-president Jacob Zuma sues state prosecutor leading corruption charges against him Jacob Zuma, a former president of South Africa and one of those accused of corruption in a multi-million dollar arms deal that stretches back to 1999, has sued a journalist and the state prosecutor who is leading the case against him. Japan: What is the controversy surrounding the state funeral for former PM Shinzo Abe? The upcoming state funeral for Japan’s former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has sparked major controversy as the current government is set to spend nearly 1.7 billion yen ($12 million), which has caused a public uproar in the form of petitions, protests, and court orders. The former PM was assassinated during a campaign speech, earlier this year, in July. Planned outages to take place in California as the mercury continues to rise The American state of California is bracing for imminent power blackouts as the grid operators have been authorised to rotate power outages so as to balance the soaring electricity demand that has broken records. United Airlines to stop operations at JFK if flight allocation not increased United Airlines, one of the largest airline companies in the USA, has issued a warning to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) that it will suspend its services at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) if it does not receive permits for additional flights. Hong Kong speech therapists convicted for publishing 'seditious' books that make kids hate Beijing Five speech therapists were found guilty of sedition by a Hong Kong court after they produced a number of picture books for kids featuring cartoon animals. This case, according to opponents, demonstrates the city's increasing limits on liberties. 'Plug those gaps'- Sunil Gavaskar calls upon Indian management to improve and set sights on T20 World Cup Former Indian captain Sunil Gavaskar recently called upon the management of the Indian cricket team to pay close attention to the gaps that were revealed in the team's game so as to ensure that the same issues can be ironed out before the team sets off on its ICC Men's T20 World Cup campaign. India is overmedicating on unapproved drugs, getting antibiotic resistant: Lancet study A new study by Lancet has found that India severely overuses antibiotics and a huge part of the formulations that the country's private sector uses aren't even approved by the Central drug regulator. Mysteries of the ocean: Iridescent 'Elvis' worms that shimmer found thousands of feet underwater Secrets and unknown species abound in the waters of Earth's oceans. Among these mysterious species is one worm detected by scientists in 2020. Its iridescent colours reminded the discoverers so much of the king of rock'n'roll that they nicknamed it the "Elvis worm".

Top 10 world news: Erdogan calls West's Russia policies 'provocative', Shinzo Abe funeral controversy, & more