A journalist for Wall Street Journal newspaper was detained in Russia on suspicion of espionage. In Asia, a&nbsp;fire on an inter-island passenger ferry in the southern Philippines left at least 31 people dead. Across the Atlantic,&nbsp;Brazil's controversial ex-president Jair Bolsonaro returned to the country after his self imposed exile in the United States.

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Russian agencies, citing FSB security service, reported Thursday that a US reporter for the Wall Street Journal newspaper has been detained in Russia on suspicion of espionage.&nbsp;

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A fire on an inter-island passenger ferry in the southern Philippines has left at least 31 people dead, the coast guard said on Thursday. Among those dead is a six-month-old baby. Authorities are trying to identify the cause of the fire that started close to 11 pm on Wednesday off the island of Basilan. When the fire started, most of the passengers were asleep in air-conditioned cabins on the ferry's lower deck.

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<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/03/30/342025-the-battle-for-kyiv-4.jpg?imwidth=1920" />More than 30 people fell into the stepwell of the Shri Beleshwar Mahadev Jhulelal Temple in Indore city after the well's ceiling collapsed&nbsp;on Thursday (March 30), resulting in a serious accident. Thirteen people have lost their lives in the tragic incident.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/train-carrying-ethanol-derails-in-minnesota-several-cars-catch-fire-577359">US: Train carrying ethanol derails in Minnesota, several cars catch fire, locals evacuated</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/03/30/342108-minnesota-derailment.jpg?imwidth=1920" />A 22-car train carrying ethanol derailed in Raymond Minnesota and several cars caught fire, said reports in American media citing officials. NBC News reported that Kandiyohi Sheriff's Office was notified about the derailment around 1 am local time on Thursday (March 30). The derailment and subsequent fire prompted the local authorities to evacuate citizens living near the site of derailment. An evacuation zone of half mile radius has been established, as per media reports.

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Brazil's controversial ex-president Jair Bolsonaro on Thursday (March 30) returned to the country after his self imposed exile in US. This is the first time Bolsonaro is returning to Brazil after his exit following a defeat in the presidential election against his rival, the current President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. Bolsonaro was in Florida for three months and returned to Brazil's capital Brasilia on a commercial flight.

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"You won't live forever" is a catchphrase which has often been touted and has so far remained the proven truth of life — of humans and almost every other living being on planet earth. But soon, this catchphrase may well become the truth of the past, as humanity steps forward to attain immortality.&nbsp;

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All things artificial have been changing our lives for a long time now. The recent jolt came in the form of AI chatbots like ChatGPT which&nbsp;appear likely to soon fill up for humans&nbsp;with an urge to seem&nbsp;'smarty pants'. Meteor showers appear&nbsp;set to join the artificial bandwagon soon. The Independent has reported that&nbsp;ALE, a Japanese company based in Tokyo, is planning to create artificial meteor showers with the help of satellites which are scheduled to lift-off 2025 onwards.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/explained-curd-dahi-or-tayyir-tamil-nadus-refusal-to-use-hindi-word-takes-centre-stage-577374">Explained | Dahi or Tayyir? Tamil Nadu's refusal to use Hindi word for curd takes centre stage</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/03/30/342114-untitled-design-16.jpg?imwidth=1920" />A political row which erupted after a now-revised order of India's food safety regulator said that curd must be labelled as 'dahi' by manufacturers, has put the spotlight on significance of this ubiquitous dairy product in Indian cuisine.&nbsp;Curd is also regarded as one indigenous ingredient that unites India's Hindi-speaking north and non-Hindi-speaking south. If north Indians need lassi and raita, so South Indians need curd-rice or just curd&nbsp;by itself.

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A journalist for Wall Street Journal newspaper was detained in Russia on suspicion of espionage. In Asia, a fire on an inter-island passenger ferry in the southern Philippines left at least 31 people dead.

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

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Spain said it will soon send six German-made 2A4 Leopard tanks to Ukraine. Spanish Defence Minister &nbsp;Margarita Robles said that "by sending the Leopards, we will continue to help the Ukrainian people... to defend themselves against an absolutely unjust attack".&nbsp;

The Nashville school shooting has shocked the entire world and reignited the debates over gun culture in the United States. Here's a report on the victims, which include three children.&nbsp;

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Spanish Defence Minister Margarita Robles said on Wednesday that her country will send six German-made 2A4 Leopard tanks to war-torn Ukraine after the April 9 Easter holiday. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-ukraine-war-live-updates-iaea-chief-arrives-at-zaporizhzhia-nuclear-power-plant-576972">Click Here</a> to get latest updates&nbsp;

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Nine-year-old Evelyn Dieckhaus, 61-year-old member of the facilities/kitchen staff Mike Hill, 60-year-old head of the school Katherine Koonce, 61-year-old substitute teacher Cynthia Peak, the nine-year-old daughter of a pastor Hallie Scruggs and nine-year-old William Kinney. These are the commoners who thought their Monday to be a usual one, unaware of what was heading their way.&nbsp;

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Adnan Syed, the man who spent over two decades in jail for the 1999 killing of his ex-girlfriend but was later released, has had his conviction reinstated. Adnan Syed's case was made famous by the podcast Serial, which had poked holes in his conviction and essentially helped in his release.&nbsp;

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on March 29 approved the over-the-counter sale of anti-narcotic Narcan nasal spray. This means that people in the United States will be able to buy Narcan without any need to show a prescription at any pharmacy counter.&nbsp;

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The health ministry's updated data on Wednesday (March 29) showed that India recorded a single-day rise of 2,151 new coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, which is the highest in five months. The active cases increased to 11,903.&nbsp;

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A day after a mysterious object was retrieved by the Danish navy near Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline in the Baltic Sea, the Danish Energy Agency said Wednesday that it appeared to be a maritime buoy which poses no safety risk, as per reports. &nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/european-human-rights-court-hears-climate-cases-against-france-switzerland-577054">European human rights court hears climate cases against France, Switzerland</a>&nbsp; 
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) is hearing climate cases against the governments of France and Switzerland over the alleged failings to protect the environment. On Wednesday, the ECHR said the case against Switzerland is based on a complaint by the Club of Climate Seniors (an association of elderly people) concerned with the consequences of global warming on their living conditions and health, the news agency AFP reported.&nbsp;

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The wait time, when it comes to a US visitor's visa interview for Indians, has been reduced by 60 per cent this year, Press Trust of India reported while citing a senior official in the Biden administration. The said official attributed the claim to a number of measures taken by the USCIS, including opening more diplomatic missions in India as well as abroad to process visitor's visa applications.

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32-year-old civil rights activist Alexander Zharov had just entered a Moscow metro station on August 22, 2022, when police officers stopped him, told him he was on a wanted list and escorted him away.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/meta-to-give-lower-bonus-payouts-to-some-employees-report-576934">Meta to give lower bonus payouts to some employees: Report</a> 
Facebook owner Meta recently cut thousands of jobs, and is now planning to lower the bonuses for some employees, Wall Street Journal reported. The report also said that the company will now assess staff performance more frequently. Smaller bonuses will be given to employees who get a rating of "met most expectations" in their 2023 year-end reviews, besides restricted stock awards.

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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is likely to explore their options of playing at a neutral venue in the upcoming ODI World Cup in India. The idea which has been initiated after India’s refusal to play in Pakistan for the Asia Cup 2023 has left PCB to explore their chances with the World Cup now just a little over six months away. If this is the case according to a report, Pakistan could be seen playing in Bangladesh despite India being the sole host of the showpiece event.&nbsp;

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Spain said it will soon send six German-made 2A4 Leopard tanks to Ukraine. Spanish Defence Minister Margarita Robles said that "by sending the Leopards, we will continue to help the Ukrainian people.

Spain said it will soon send six German-made 2A4 Leopard tanks to Ukraine. Spanish Defence Minister Margarita Robles said that "by sending the Leopards, we will continue to help the Ukrainian people... to defend themselves against an absolutely unjust attack". The Nashville school shooting has shocked the entire world and reignited the debates over gun culture in the United States. Here's a report on the victims, which include three children. Also read a report on India's Covid trend as the nation recorded a single-day rise of 2,151 new cases, which is the highest in five months. Click on the links to read the full report Russia-Ukraine war: Spain to send six Leopard tanks to Ukraine after Easter Spanish Defence Minister Margarita Robles said on Wednesday that her country will send six German-made 2A4 Leopard tanks to war-torn Ukraine after the April 9 Easter holiday. Click Here to get latest updates These are Nashville victims; family & friends shattered as commoners become victims of uncommon gun shootings Nine-year-old Evelyn Dieckhaus, 61-year-old member of the facilities/kitchen staff Mike Hill, 60-year-old head of the school Katherine Koonce, 61-year-old substitute teacher Cynthia Peak, the nine-year-old daughter of a pastor Hallie Scruggs and nine-year-old William Kinney. These are the commoners who thought their Monday to be a usual one, unaware of what was heading their way. Adnan Syed: Murder conviction of 'Serial' podcast subject reinstated by US court Adnan Syed, the man who spent over two decades in jail for the 1999 killing of his ex-girlfriend but was later released, has had his conviction reinstated. Adnan Syed's case was made famous by the podcast Serial, which had poked holes in his conviction and essentially helped in his release. What is Narcan? Opiod-overdose reversing drug, approved by FDA for sale without prescription The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on March 29 approved the over-the-counter sale of anti-narcotic Narcan nasal spray. This means that people in the United States will be able to buy Narcan without any need to show a prescription at any pharmacy counter. COVID-19: India records 2,151 new cases in last 24 hrs. These 5 states contribute maximum The health ministry's updated data on Wednesday (March 29) showed that India recorded a single-day rise of 2,151 new coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, which is the highest in five months. The active cases increased to 11,903. 'No risk': Denmark on mysterious object found near Nord Stream 2 pipelines A day after a mysterious object was retrieved by the Danish navy near Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline in the Baltic Sea, the Danish Energy Agency said Wednesday that it appeared to be a maritime buoy which poses no safety risk, as per reports. European human rights court hears climate cases against France, Switzerland The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) is hearing climate cases against the governments of France and Switzerland over the alleged failings to protect the environment. On Wednesday, the ECHR said the case against Switzerland is based on a complaint by the Club of Climate Seniors (an association of elderly people) concerned with the consequences of global warming on their living conditions and health, the news agency AFP reported. US slashes visitors visa wait time for Indians; aims to issue one million visas in 2023 The wait time, when it comes to a US visitor's visa interview for Indians, has been reduced by 60 per cent this year, Press Trust of India reported while citing a senior official in the Biden administration. The said official attributed the claim to a number of measures taken by the USCIS, including opening more diplomatic missions in India as well as abroad to process visitor's visa applications. Facial recognition helping Putin curb dissent with the aid of US tech 32-year-old civil rights activist Alexander Zharov had just entered a Moscow metro station on August 22, 2022, when police officers stopped him, told him he was on a wanted list and escorted him away. Meta to give lower bonus payouts to some employees: Report Facebook owner Meta recently cut thousands of jobs, and is now planning to lower the bonuses for some employees, Wall Street Journal reported. The report also said that the company will now assess staff performance more frequently. Smaller bonuses will be given to employees who get a rating of "met most expectations" in their 2023 year-end reviews, besides restricted stock awards. ODI World Cup 2023: Pakistan likely to play outside India; Bangladesh emerges as potential option - Reports The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is likely to explore their options of playing at a neutral venue in the upcoming ODI World Cup in India. The idea which has been initiated after India’s refusal to play in Pakistan for the Asia Cup 2023 has left PCB to explore their chances with the World Cup now just a little over six months away. If this is the case according to a report, Pakistan could be seen playing in Bangladesh despite India being the sole host of the showpiece event.

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At least 39 people were killed after a fire broke out at a migration centre near the United States and Mexico border, on early Tuesday (March 28), said the government's National Migration Institute (INM). In other news, after about two years of coup, Myanmar election commission appointed by the junta announced Tuesday the dissolution of ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi's National League for Democracy (NLD), as per reports.&nbsp;

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At least 39 people were killed after a fire broke out at a migration centre near the United States and Mexico border, on early Tuesday (March 28), said the government's National Migration Institute (INM). The incident took place, late Monday just before 10:00 pm in Mexico’s northern border city of Ciudad Juarez, across from El Paso, Texas in a facility run by the INM. &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/myanmar-junta-dissolves-suu-kyis-national-league-for-democracy-party-ahead-of-august-elections-576691">Myanmar junta dissolves Suu Kyi's National League for Democracy party ahead of elections</a>

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After about two years of coup, Myanmar election commission appointed by junta announced Tuesday the dissolution of ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi's National League for Democracy (NLD), as per reports.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/portugal-two-killed-multiple-injured-in-knife-attack-at-lisbon-ismaili-centre-576662">Portugal: Two killed, several injured in knife attack at Lisbon Ismaili centre</a>

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At least two people were killed and several others were injured after a knife attack at the Ismaili Centre in the capital city of Lisbon, on Tuesday (March 28), said the Portuguese police. According to reports, the two victims were female staff members who worked at the centre, Ismaili community leader Narzim Ahmad told a Portuguese TV channel, SIC.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/three-months-into-2023-and-9800-killed-in-gun-violence-in-us-576618">Three months into 2023 and 9,800 killed in gun violence in US</a>

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School shooting in the US city of Nashville, Tennessee laid bare how blatantly the gun laws are being flouted in the country. An armed 28-year-old fatally shot three children and three adult staffers at Nashville school. Though the identified shooter, Audrey Hale, was gunned down by police but the burning question lingers on. How long is this to continue? 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-arrest-afghanistans-prominent-womens-education-activist-576653">Taliban arrest Afghanistan's prominent women's education activist</a>

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Matiullah Wesa, a prominent flagbearer of women's right to study in Taliban-ruled Afghanistan, was arrested by country's hardliner administration on Monday in Kabul when he came out of a mosque.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/belgium-eight-arrested-in-terror-attack-probe-following-house-raids-576649">Belgium: Eight arrested in ‘terror attack’ probe following house raids</a>

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The police have arrested eight people following investigations into a potential jihadist plot to commit “terrorist attacks” in Belgium, said the country’s officials, on Tuesday (March 28) as per AFP. In a statement, the federal prosecutor’s office said that the raids were conducted late Monday on homes in the capital city of Brussels, the port city of Antwerp and the border town of Eupen. 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pressure-from-the-us-belarus-justifies-decision-to-host-russian-tactical-nuclear-weapons-576668">'Pressure from the US...': Belarus justifies decision to host Russian tactical nuclear weapons&nbsp;</a>

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Belarus said on Tuesday (March 28) that it was forced to host Russian nuclear weapons after the "unprecedented" pressure from the NATO nations and the West. The staunch Russian ally further insisted that their deployment did not violate international agreements.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-spent-240-billion-bailing-out-countries-who-have-taken-belt-and-road-loan-report-576440">China spent $240 billion bailing out countries who have taken Belt and Road loans: Report</a>

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From 2008 to 2021, China spent around $240 billion bailing out 22 developing countries who have struggled to repay loans taken for the Belt and Road infrastructure projects, a study has revealed.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/marriage-a-license-to-rape-indias-top-court-to-hear-pleas-on-marital-rape-these-countries-criminalise-it-576588">Marriage a license to rape? India's top court to hear pleas on marital rape; these countries criminalise it 
 
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Indian Supreme Court will hear all the petitions related to the constitutionality of the 'marital rape exemption' on 9 May, 2023. The apex court has also sought a response from Indian government regarding its position on the matter and whether or not non-consensual sexual intercourse by a man with his own wife should come under the ambit of punishable offence.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/tulip-garden-witnessed-over-100000-visitors-in-first-week-of-its-opening-576680">Kashmir's Tulip Garden, Asia's largest, saw over 100,000 visitors in first week of opening</a>

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Over 100,000 visitors visited Asia's largest Tulip Garden in Srinagar in the very first week of its opening. Located between Dal Lake and the Zabarwan hills, this year over 15 million tulips of 68 varieties have been planted in the garden. The Tulip Garden remains one of the main attractions in the Valley in the spring season.&nbsp;

At least 39 people were killed after a fire broke out at a migration centre near the United States and Mexico border, on early Tuesday (March 28), said the government's National Migration Institute (INM).

At least 39 people were killed after a fire broke out at a migration centre near the United States and Mexico border, on early Tuesday (March 28), said the government's National Migration Institute (INM). In other news, after about two years of coup, Myanmar election commission appointed by the junta announced Tuesday the dissolution of ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi's National League for Democracy (NLD), as per reports. Click on the headlines to read more: 39 killed in US-Mexico border migrant detention centre; Prez Obrador says migrants set mattresses ablaze At least 39 people were killed after a fire broke out at a migration centre near the United States and Mexico border, on early Tuesday (March 28), said the government's National Migration Institute (INM). The incident took place, late Monday just before 10:00 pm in Mexico’s northern border city of Ciudad Juarez, across from El Paso, Texas in a facility run by the INM. Myanmar junta dissolves Suu Kyi's National League for Democracy party ahead of elections After about two years of coup, Myanmar election commission appointed by junta announced Tuesday the dissolution of ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi's National League for Democracy (NLD), as per reports. Portugal: Two killed, several injured in knife attack at Lisbon Ismaili centre At least two people were killed and several others were injured after a knife attack at the Ismaili Centre in the capital city of Lisbon, on Tuesday (March 28), said the Portuguese police. According to reports, the two victims were female staff members who worked at the centre, Ismaili community leader Narzim Ahmad told a Portuguese TV channel, SIC. Three months into 2023 and 9,800 killed in gun violence in US School shooting in the US city of Nashville, Tennessee laid bare how blatantly the gun laws are being flouted in the country. An armed 28-year-old fatally shot three children and three adult staffers at Nashville school. Though the identified shooter, Audrey Hale, was gunned down by police but the burning question lingers on. How long is this to continue? Taliban arrest Afghanistan's prominent women's education activist Matiullah Wesa, a prominent flagbearer of women's right to study in Taliban-ruled Afghanistan, was arrested by country's hardliner administration on Monday in Kabul when he came out of a mosque. Belgium: Eight arrested in ‘terror attack’ probe following house raids The police have arrested eight people following investigations into a potential jihadist plot to commit “terrorist attacks” in Belgium, said the country’s officials, on Tuesday (March 28) as per AFP. In a statement, the federal prosecutor’s office said that the raids were conducted late Monday on homes in the capital city of Brussels, the port city of Antwerp and the border town of Eupen. 'Pressure from the US...': Belarus justifies decision to host Russian tactical nuclear weapons Belarus said on Tuesday (March 28) that it was forced to host Russian nuclear weapons after the "unprecedented" pressure from the NATO nations and the West. The staunch Russian ally further insisted that their deployment did not violate international agreements. China spent $240 billion bailing out countries who have taken Belt and Road loans: Report From 2008 to 2021, China spent around $240 billion bailing out 22 developing countries who have struggled to repay loans taken for the Belt and Road infrastructure projects, a study has revealed. Marriage a license to rape? India's top court to hear pleas on marital rape; these countries criminalise it Indian Supreme Court will hear all the petitions related to the constitutionality of the 'marital rape exemption' on 9 May, 2023. The apex court has also sought a response from Indian government regarding its position on the matter and whether or not non-consensual sexual intercourse by a man with his own wife should come under the ambit of punishable offence. Kashmir's Tulip Garden, Asia's largest, saw over 100,000 visitors in first week of opening Over 100,000 visitors visited Asia's largest Tulip Garden in Srinagar in the very first week of its opening. Located between Dal Lake and the Zabarwan hills, this year over 15 million tulips of 68 varieties have been planted in the garden. The Tulip Garden remains one of the main attractions in the Valley in the spring season.

Top 10 world news: 39 killed after fire at US-Mexico border migrant detention centre, and more

After massive protests against judicial overhaul, the Israel government has decided to put a hold on the legislation till next session of the Knesset. Meanwhile, Humza Yousaf has been elected as the new leader of the Scottish Independence Party (SNP). Within merely hours after Yousaf's election, UK PM Rishi Sunak rejected his call for a new Scottish independence referendum. Read this and more in Top 10 world news.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israels-judicial-overhaul-legislation-to-be-put-on-hold-until-next-knesset-session-576348">Israel's judicial overhaul legislation to be put on hold until next Knesset session</a> 
 
While confirming that the legislation will be put on hold, National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir’s Jewish Power Party said in a statement that it will now be taken up after the Passover recess in April.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-2-killed-12-injured-in-blast-near-afghanistan-foreign-ministry-576237">At least 6 killed, several injured in blast near Afghanistan foreign ministry</a> 
 
Afghanistan Blast: Taliban is still not recognised by the international community since its takeover in August 2021. In the midst of this diplomatic isolation, the Afghan foreign ministry has lately seen bomb attacks in its neighbourhood. In January, in a similar incident, a suicide bomb blast resulted in heavy casualties in the capital near the ministry's premises.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-shells-sloviansk-two-killed-and-29-wounded-official-576256">Russia shells Sloviansk, two killed and 29 wounded: Official</a> 
 
Donestsk region governor Pavlo Kyrylenko said on Facebook that Russian attack destroyed administrative buildings and also private houses.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-pm-rejects-new-scottish-leader-yousafs-call-for-independence-referendum-576340">UK PM rejects new Scottish leader Yousaf's call for independence referendum</a> 
 
However, British PM Sunak has said that he was 'looking forward' to working with Humza Yousaf.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jack-ma-returns-to-china-recently-after-nearly-a-year-of-overseas-travel-visits-school-576299">Jack Ma returns to China after nearly a year of overseas travel, visits a school</a> 
 
The Yungu School said on its official WeChat account that Ma, a former English teacher, discussed topics such as artificial intelligence-powered chatbot ChatGPT.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/europol-says-chatgpt-may-be-used-for-cybercrimes-spreading-disinformation-576334">Europol says ChatGPT may be used for cybercrimes, spreading disinformation</a> 
 
Europol's report on ChatGPT is bound to amplify chatter of legal and ethical concerns surrounding the AI-powered chatbot.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/lebanon-takes-back-decision-to-delay-daylight-savings-time-576301">Lebanon takes back decision to delay daylight savings time</a> 
 
The decision to delay daylight savings time had created sectarian division in Lebanon.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/myanmars-junta-chief-pledges-to-root-out-shadow-govt-before-elections-576273">Myanmar's junta chief pledges to root out shadow govt before elections</a> 
 
Crackdown on opposition shadow government is likely to be increased by Myanmar's junta as the country's military tries to further tighten its grip on power and seek to maintain control.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-uses-demeaning-nickname-for-stormy-daniels-at-waco-rally-denies-having-slept-with-her-576253">Trump uses demeaning nickname for Stormy Daniels at Waco rally, denies having slept with her</a> 
 
He said that Stormy is not the person he would cheat with on his wife Melania. Notably, Trump is accused of having sex with Stormy Daniels right after Melania gave birth to his son Barron.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-looks-for-united-front-in-second-summit-for-democracy-576268">US looks for united front in second Summit for Democracy</a> 
 
This year, Biden has tapped co-hosts from each continent – the presidents of Costa Rica, South Korea, and Zambia and the prime minister of The Netherlands.

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After massive protests against judicial overhaul, the Israel government has decided to put a hold on the legislation till next session of the Knesset. Meanwhile, Humza Yousaf has been elected as the new leader of the Scottish Independence Party (SNP).

After massive protests against judicial overhaul, the Israel government has decided to put a hold on the legislation till next session of the Knesset. Meanwhile, Humza Yousaf has been elected as the new leader of the Scottish Independence Party (SNP). Within merely hours after Yousaf's election, UK PM Rishi Sunak rejected his call for a new Scottish independence referendum. Read this and more in Top 10 world news. Israel's judicial overhaul legislation to be put on hold until next Knesset session While confirming that the legislation will be put on hold, National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir’s Jewish Power Party said in a statement that it will now be taken up after the Passover recess in April. At least 6 killed, several injured in blast near Afghanistan foreign ministry Afghanistan Blast: Taliban is still not recognised by the international community since its takeover in August 2021. In the midst of this diplomatic isolation, the Afghan foreign ministry has lately seen bomb attacks in its neighbourhood. In January, in a similar incident, a suicide bomb blast resulted in heavy casualties in the capital near the ministry's premises. Russia shells Sloviansk, two killed and 29 wounded: Official Donestsk region governor Pavlo Kyrylenko said on Facebook that Russian attack destroyed administrative buildings and also private houses. UK PM rejects new Scottish leader Yousaf's call for independence referendum However, British PM Sunak has said that he was 'looking forward' to working with Humza Yousaf. Jack Ma returns to China after nearly a year of overseas travel, visits a school The Yungu School said on its official WeChat account that Ma, a former English teacher, discussed topics such as artificial intelligence-powered chatbot ChatGPT. Europol says ChatGPT may be used for cybercrimes, spreading disinformation Europol's report on ChatGPT is bound to amplify chatter of legal and ethical concerns surrounding the AI-powered chatbot. Lebanon takes back decision to delay daylight savings time The decision to delay daylight savings time had created sectarian division in Lebanon. Myanmar's junta chief pledges to root out shadow govt before elections Crackdown on opposition shadow government is likely to be increased by Myanmar's junta as the country's military tries to further tighten its grip on power and seek to maintain control. Trump uses demeaning nickname for Stormy Daniels at Waco rally, denies having slept with her He said that Stormy is not the person he would cheat with on his wife Melania. Notably, Trump is accused of having sex with Stormy Daniels right after Melania gave birth to his son Barron. US looks for united front in second Summit for Democracy This year, Biden has tapped co-hosts from each continent – the presidents of Costa Rica, South Korea, and Zambia and the prime minister of The Netherlands.

Top 10 world news: Israel judicial overhaul legislation on hold, UK-Scotland tussle, more

The European Union and Germany, on Saturday (March 25), struck a deal which would decide the future use of combustion engines, said officials. In line with the agreement, a planned phaseout on the sale of cars using fossil fuels will take place by 2035. In other news, at least&nbsp;23 people have been killed after a powerful tornado hit parts of the United States’ Mississippi, late Friday (March 24), said the Governor of Mississippi.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-and-eu-strike-landmark-deal-on-phasing-out-fossil-fuel-cars-575691">Germany and EU strike landmark deal on phasing out fossil fuel cars 
 
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The European Union and Germany, on Saturday (March 25), struck a deal which would decide the future use of combustion engines, said officials. In line with the agreement, a planned phaseout on the sale of cars using fossil fuels will take place by 2035.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-at-least-19-people-killed-after-powerful-tornado-sweeps-through-mississippi-575652">US: At least 23 people killed as powerful tornado sweeps through Mississippi</a>

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At least 23 people have been killed after a powerful tornado hit parts of the United States’ Mississippi, late Friday (March 24), said the Governor of Mississippi. The storm has left a trail of damage for more than 100 miles (160 km), damaging buildings and knocking out power while the severe weather also produced hail the size of golf balls, as per media reports.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/wagner-chief-says-over-5000-criminals-pardoned-after-fighting-in-ukraine-575698">Wagner chief says over 5,000 criminals pardoned by Russia after fighting in Ukraine war</a>

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Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin said on Saturday (March 25) that over 5,000 former criminals were pardoned after finishing their contracts to fight in the group against Ukraine. In an audio clip posted on Telegram, Prigozhin said, "At present, more than 5,000 people have been released on pardon after completing their contracts with Wagner," the news agency Reuters reported.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-retaliatory-attack-in-syria-biden-warns-iran-575709">After retaliatory attack in Syria, Biden warns Iran</a>

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US President Joe Biden said on Friday (March 24) that the United States will "act forcefully" to protect Americans. His words came after the US military carried out air strikes against Iran-backed forces in Syria in a retaliatory attack.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spain-cathedral-holds-mass-for-victims-of-sex-abuse-by-priests-575662">Spain: Cathedral holds mass for victims of sex abuse by priests</a>

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A Cathedral in northern Spain on Friday (March 24) held a mass to recognise and apologise to victims of sexual abuse perpetrated in the diocese. The service held in Bilbao Cathedral was one of the first services of its kind in Spain.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taliban-trying-to-take-charge-of-more-afghan-embassies-abroad-575712">Taliban trying to take charge of more Afghan embassies abroad</a>

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The Taliban government in Afghanistan is trying to take charge of more Afghan embassies abroad and has sent diplomats to at least 14 countries.&nbsp;According to a report by the news agency Associated Press on Saturday (March 25), government spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid, "The Islamic Emirate has sent diplomats to at least 14 countries and efforts are underway to take charge of other diplomatic missions abroad."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/watch-man-runs-towards-indian-pm-modis-convoy-in-karnataka-now-held-575705">WATCH | Man breaches Indian PM’s security, runs towards convoy in Karnataka; detained</a>

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A breach in security of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was reported during his election road show in Davanagere, about 264 km northwest of Bengaluru, the capital of South Indian state Karnataka on Saturday. In the visuals now confirmed by the state police, a man can be seen running towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi's convoy.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/rwanda-allows-harmonisation-of-presidential-and-parliamentary-elections-575714">Rwanda allows ‘harmonisation’ of presidential and parliamentary elections</a>

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In a statement, on Friday (March 24), the Rwandan prime minister’s office said that the cabinet has decided to synchronise the dates for its parliamentary and presidential elections. This comes after a meeting was chaired by the country’s President Paul Kagame where the ministers approved his proposal to amend the constitution, reported AFP.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-is-scared-of-my-next-speech-on-adani-rahul-gandhi-after-he-was-disqualified-from-parliament-575582">I'm not Savarkar, won't apologise: Rahul Gandhi on disqualification from Indian parliament</a>

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A day after he was disqualified from the Indian parliament, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said on Saturday (March 25) that he is not scared of disqualifications, threats or prison sentences and would continue to question the relationship between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and industrialist Gautam Adani.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/countdown-begins-for-isros-largest-lvm3-rocket-launch-575613">Countdown begins for ISRO's launch of it largest LVM3 rocket</a>

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The countdown for the second commercial launch of India's largest rocket LVM3 began at 8:30am on Saturday, at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, an official at Indian Space Research Organisation told WION.

The European Union and Germany, on Saturday (March 25), struck a deal which would decide the future use of combustion engines, said officials. In line with the agreement, a planned phaseout on the sale of cars using fossil fuels will take place by 2035.

The European Union and Germany, on Saturday (March 25), struck a deal which would decide the future use of combustion engines, said officials. In line with the agreement, a planned phaseout on the sale of cars using fossil fuels will take place by 2035. In other news, at least 23 people have been killed after a powerful tornado hit parts of the United States’ Mississippi, late Friday (March 24), said the Governor of Mississippi. Click on the headlines to read more: Germany and EU strike landmark deal on phasing out fossil fuel cars The European Union and Germany, on Saturday (March 25), struck a deal which would decide the future use of combustion engines, said officials. In line with the agreement, a planned phaseout on the sale of cars using fossil fuels will take place by 2035. US: At least 23 people killed as powerful tornado sweeps through Mississippi At least 23 people have been killed after a powerful tornado hit parts of the United States’ Mississippi, late Friday (March 24), said the Governor of Mississippi. The storm has left a trail of damage for more than 100 miles (160 km), damaging buildings and knocking out power while the severe weather also produced hail the size of golf balls, as per media reports. Wagner chief says over 5,000 criminals pardoned by Russia after fighting in Ukraine war Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin said on Saturday (March 25) that over 5,000 former criminals were pardoned after finishing their contracts to fight in the group against Ukraine. In an audio clip posted on Telegram, Prigozhin said, "At present, more than 5,000 people have been released on pardon after completing their contracts with Wagner," the news agency Reuters reported. After retaliatory attack in Syria, Biden warns Iran US President Joe Biden said on Friday (March 24) that the United States will "act forcefully" to protect Americans. His words came after the US military carried out air strikes against Iran-backed forces in Syria in a retaliatory attack. Spain: Cathedral holds mass for victims of sex abuse by priests A Cathedral in northern Spain on Friday (March 24) held a mass to recognise and apologise to victims of sexual abuse perpetrated in the diocese. The service held in Bilbao Cathedral was one of the first services of its kind in Spain. Taliban trying to take charge of more Afghan embassies abroad The Taliban government in Afghanistan is trying to take charge of more Afghan embassies abroad and has sent diplomats to at least 14 countries. According to a report by the news agency Associated Press on Saturday (March 25), government spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid, "The Islamic Emirate has sent diplomats to at least 14 countries and efforts are underway to take charge of other diplomatic missions abroad." WATCH | Man breaches Indian PM’s security, runs towards convoy in Karnataka; detained A breach in security of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was reported during his election road show in Davanagere, about 264 km northwest of Bengaluru, the capital of South Indian state Karnataka on Saturday. In the visuals now confirmed by the state police, a man can be seen running towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi's convoy. Rwanda allows ‘harmonisation’ of presidential and parliamentary elections In a statement, on Friday (March 24), the Rwandan prime minister’s office said that the cabinet has decided to synchronise the dates for its parliamentary and presidential elections. This comes after a meeting was chaired by the country’s President Paul Kagame where the ministers approved his proposal to amend the constitution, reported AFP. I'm not Savarkar, won't apologise: Rahul Gandhi on disqualification from Indian parliament A day after he was disqualified from the Indian parliament, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said on Saturday (March 25) that he is not scared of disqualifications, threats or prison sentences and would continue to question the relationship between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and industrialist Gautam Adani. Countdown begins for ISRO's launch of it largest LVM3 rocket The countdown for the second commercial launch of India's largest rocket LVM3 began at 8:30am on Saturday, at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, an official at Indian Space Research Organisation told WION.

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Politics in India was stirring on Friday (March 24) as Rahul Gandhi, the most prominent face of the Opposition was disqualified from the parliament after his conviction in a case. PM Narendra Modi-led government faced criticism from Opposition ranks. In other news, Ukraine said that Russian rockets killed 5 people in a humanitarian support centre in east Ukraine. Meanwhile, France has banned use of TikTok on phones public sector employees use for official purposes. Check out our Top 10 world news to know this and more.

 
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The Lok Sabha Secretariat notification on Friday said that Rahul Gandhi was disqualified from the membership as per the provisions of Article 102 (1) (e) of the Constitution of India read with Section 8 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951.

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Of those killed, three were women and two were men, the emergency services informed.

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The European Commission and countries like the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada and recently New Zealand have told government officials that they cannot use TikTok on work devices over fears of its ties to the Chinese government.&nbsp;

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Elon Musk, who now owns Twitter, had indicated recently that 'legacy' blue ticks would be removed in near future.

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Medvedev, who served as Russia's president from 2008 to 2012, has emerged as one of the most hawkish leaders in recent times, routinely issuing blustery and hyperbolic statements.

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The six-foot-tall bronze statue of Mahatma Gandhi was gifted by the Indian government was vandalised in the early hours of Thursday near the City Hall in Hamilton city of Ontario.&nbsp;

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Most books containing LGBTQIA themes or racial undertones were targetted for the censorship drive.

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US-based artist Patrick Amadon developed the art piece titled 'No Rioters' wherein he inserted names of the jailed activists.

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Politics in India was stirring on Friday (March 24) as Rahul Gandhi, the most prominent face of the Opposition was disqualified from the parliament after his conviction in a case.

Politics in India was stirring on Friday (March 24) as Rahul Gandhi, the most prominent face of the Opposition was disqualified from the parliament after his conviction in a case. PM Narendra Modi-led government faced criticism from Opposition ranks. In other news, Ukraine said that Russian rockets killed 5 people in a humanitarian support centre in east Ukraine. Meanwhile, France has banned use of TikTok on phones public sector employees use for official purposes. Check out our Top 10 world news to know this and more. Rahul Gandhi disqualified from parliament. What next for the Indian opposition leader? The Lok Sabha Secretariat notification on Friday said that Rahul Gandhi was disqualified from the membership as per the provisions of Article 102 (1) (e) of the Constitution of India read with Section 8 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951. Russian rockets fired on east Ukraine town kill 5 in humanitarian support centre, says Kyiv Of those killed, three were women and two were men, the emergency services informed. France bans 'recreational' apps like TikTok from public sector employees' work phones The European Commission and countries like the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada and recently New Zealand have told government officials that they cannot use TikTok on work devices over fears of its ties to the Chinese government. Twitter blue ticks to disappear on April 1, here's what to do to retain them Elon Musk, who now owns Twitter, had indicated recently that 'legacy' blue ticks would be removed in near future. ‘Need to go to Kyiv or Lviv’, says Putin’s top aide after Moscow suffers setbacks in war Medvedev, who served as Russia's president from 2008 to 2012, has emerged as one of the most hawkish leaders in recent times, routinely issuing blustery and hyperbolic statements. Canada: Mahatma Gandhi's statue defaced with pro-Khalistan graffiti in Ontario, says report The six-foot-tall bronze statue of Mahatma Gandhi was gifted by the Indian government was vandalised in the early hours of Thursday near the City Hall in Hamilton city of Ontario. King Charles' France visit postponed as pension protests turn violent The decision to postpone the visit was taken after King Charles had a telephone conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron. Hindenburg report knocks off $526 million from Jack Dorsey’s wealth According to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, Jack Dorsey's net worth saw an 11 per cent drop and now stands at around $4.4 billion. Record number of book ban attempts registered in the US in 2022: Report Most books containing LGBTQIA themes or racial undertones were targetted for the censorship drive. Digital artwork secretly honouring Hong Kong's pro-democracy activists removed US-based artist Patrick Amadon developed the art piece titled 'No Rioters' wherein he inserted names of the jailed activists.

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Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson kept 'hand on his heart' in the British parliament and said that he did not lie to the House in relation to the partygate scandal. In Moscow, Chinese leader Xi Jinping left the Russian capital after his 3-day visit. In New Delhi, the Supreme Court said that it will review if&nbsp;'hanging by death' is the correct mode of execution for the death row convicts.

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Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson defended himself towards the accusations he had been facing for organising parties at official prime ministerial residences by breaking Covid protocol in 2020 — a row that&nbsp;snowballed into a scandal and led to Johnson being replaced by Liz Truss and finally by Rishi Sunak as UK Prime Minister.

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Chinese President Xi Jinping departed Moscow on Wednesday (March 22) after his crucial state visit&nbsp;during which he held talks with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. The visit was highly significant amid the ongoing geopolitical tensions as the two nations showed a unified front against the West.

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India may soon review if 'hanging by death' is the correct mode of execution for the death row convicts. The development comes after the Supreme Court of India, while taking up a six-year-old Public Interest Litigation (PIL), expressed the need to examine whether 'hanging by death' is a proportionate and less painful method for executing death row convicts. It sought "better data" from the Union government on issues related to the mode of execution.&nbsp;

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Marburg virus, an Ebola-like deadly virus, has killed five people in Tanzania's north-western Kagera region, prompting&nbsp;high-alert in neighbouring Kenya as well.&nbsp;The infection, which often entails bleeding and organ failure, had&nbsp;been previously reported in Equatorial Guinea,&nbsp;Uganda, Angola, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya and South Africa. Tanzania's Marburg outbreak follows the one in Equatorial Guinea that killed nine people in Central African country last month.&nbsp;

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The Biden administration in the United States is proposing to overhaul the country's organ transplant system. This includes breaking up the dominance of United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS), a Virginia-headquartered non-profit that has virtually run the organ transplant system in the country since 1986.

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China has approved its first messenger RNA (mRNA) vaccine for Covid-19 from a Chinese pharmaceutical that had the technology, as per media reports. The approved mRNA vaccine is created by CSPC Pharmaceutical Group however it is only authorised for use in emergencies, the firm said in a statement to the Hong Kong stock market on Wednesday.

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A new financial scam has been unearthed in which scamsters are exploiting the&nbsp;Twitter Blue service to dupe users, which once again shows the downside of distributing the blue checkmark to anyone who is willing&nbsp;to pay for it. Twitter users are being targetted by crooks impersonating banks or banking officials, according to a New York Post report.&nbsp;

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Prosecutors in Virginia released video footage on Tuesday (March 21) that showed the death of 28-year-old Black inmate Irvo Otieno as he was being admitted to a mental hospital, where he was forcibly restrained by as many as 10 police officers and hospital security guards. Otieno was already in handcuffs and leg restraints when police brought him from the Henrico County jail near Richmond, Virginia, to the Central State Hospital in nearby Petersburg.

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The reviews of the fourth and final season of HBO's&nbsp;Succession&nbsp;have started to trickle in. The acclaimed darkly comic drama about the Roy family, who are the dysfunctional owners of a global media and entertainment empire. The patriarch of the family, Brian Cox's Logan Roy, is a powerful and ruthless businessman who built his empire from scratch and is now facing declining health and old age. As Logan's health becomes a concern, his four children — Kendall (Jeremy Strong), Roman (Kieran Culkin), Shiv (Sarah Snook), and Connor (Alan Ruck) — begin to jockey for a position in the family and in the business, each hoping to take control of the company when their father inevitably steps down.

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Los Angeles Clippers guard Paul George, in Tuesday night's 101-100 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, left the game late in the fourth quarter with a right leg injury. The All-Star guard left the arena on a cart.

Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson kept 'hand on his heart' in the British parliament and said that he did not lie to the House in relation to the partygate scandal.

Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson kept 'hand on his heart' in the British parliament and said that he did not lie to the House in relation to the partygate scandal. In Moscow, Chinese leader Xi Jinping left the Russian capital after his 3-day visit. In New Delhi, the Supreme Court said that it will review if 'hanging by death' is the correct mode of execution for the death row convicts. Click on the headlines to read more: Boris Johnson partygate | 'Hand on heart, I did not lie to the House,' says Johnson Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson defended himself towards the accusations he had been facing for organising parties at official prime ministerial residences by breaking Covid protocol in 2020 — a row that snowballed into a scandal and led to Johnson being replaced by Liz Truss and finally by Rishi Sunak as UK Prime Minister. Are China, Russia against raising Ukraine war issue at G20 summit in India too? Chinese President Xi Jinping departed Moscow on Wednesday (March 22) after his crucial state visit during which he held talks with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. The visit was highly significant amid the ongoing geopolitical tensions as the two nations showed a unified front against the West. India's top court rules out lethal injection as alternative to hanging method of capital punishment India may soon review if 'hanging by death' is the correct mode of execution for the death row convicts. The development comes after the Supreme Court of India, while taking up a six-year-old Public Interest Litigation (PIL), expressed the need to examine whether 'hanging by death' is a proportionate and less painful method for executing death row convicts. It sought "better data" from the Union government on issues related to the mode of execution. Marburg outbreak: Ebola-like infection kills many in Tanzania, prompts alert in Kenya Marburg virus, an Ebola-like deadly virus, has killed five people in Tanzania's north-western Kagera region, prompting high-alert in neighbouring Kenya as well. The infection, which often entails bleeding and organ failure, had been previously reported in Equatorial Guinea, Uganda, Angola, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya and South Africa. Tanzania's Marburg outbreak follows the one in Equatorial Guinea that killed nine people in Central African country last month. Soon, Biden administration may overhaul organ transplant system to minimise inadequacies The Biden administration in the United States is proposing to overhaul the country's organ transplant system. This includes breaking up the dominance of United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS), a Virginia-headquartered non-profit that has virtually run the organ transplant system in the country since 1986. China approves its first mRNA vaccine, months after easing Covid restrictions China has approved its first messenger RNA (mRNA) vaccine for Covid-19 from a Chinese pharmaceutical that had the technology, as per media reports. The approved mRNA vaccine is created by CSPC Pharmaceutical Group however it is only authorised for use in emergencies, the firm said in a statement to the Hong Kong stock market on Wednesday. Scammers using Twitter Blue tick to steal bank passwords. Here’s how the scam works A new financial scam has been unearthed in which scamsters are exploiting the Twitter Blue service to dupe users, which once again shows the downside of distributing the blue checkmark to anyone who is willing to pay for it. Twitter users are being targetted by crooks impersonating banks or banking officials, according to a New York Post report. Watch | Footage shows cops piling on Irvo Otieno before he died Prosecutors in Virginia released video footage on Tuesday (March 21) that showed the death of 28-year-old Black inmate Irvo Otieno as he was being admitted to a mental hospital, where he was forcibly restrained by as many as 10 police officers and hospital security guards. Otieno was already in handcuffs and leg restraints when police brought him from the Henrico County jail near Richmond, Virginia, to the Central State Hospital in nearby Petersburg. Succession season 4 reviews are in! Here's what critics are saying The reviews of the fourth and final season of HBO's Succession have started to trickle in. The acclaimed darkly comic drama about the Roy family, who are the dysfunctional owners of a global media and entertainment empire. The patriarch of the family, Brian Cox's Logan Roy, is a powerful and ruthless businessman who built his empire from scratch and is now facing declining health and old age. As Logan's health becomes a concern, his four children — Kendall (Jeremy Strong), Roman (Kieran Culkin), Shiv (Sarah Snook), and Connor (Alan Ruck) — begin to jockey for a position in the family and in the business, each hoping to take control of the company when their father inevitably steps down. NBA: Clippers' Paul George leaves game against Oklahoma City Thunder on a cart with leg injury Los Angeles Clippers guard Paul George, in Tuesday night's 101-100 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, left the game late in the fourth quarter with a right leg injury. The All-Star guard left the arena on a cart.

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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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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.

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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;

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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;

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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;

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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;

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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.

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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.

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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?

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has started talks with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping. Putin has said that he is open to discussing China's Ukraine plan. In other news,&nbsp;Turkey President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Monday that cost of the damage caused by last month's devastating earthquake has hit USD 104 billion. He spoke via a video link as donors at a conference in Brussels vowed funds to help Turkey and Syria.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has started talks with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping. Putin has said that he is open to discussing China's Ukraine plan. China has so far provided diplomatic cover to Russia in the face of flak Russia has received from Western countries after its invasion of Ukraine.

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Turkey President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Monday that cost of the damage caused by last month's devastating earthquake has hit USD 104 billion. He spoke via a video link as donors at a conference in Brussels vowed funds to help Turkey and Syria.

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Amazon announced another round of layoffs, on Monday (March 20) in line with which the company will fire 9,000 more employees in the coming weeks. This comes after the e-commerce giant fired some 18,000 employees in January.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/final-warning-over-devastating-climate-impacts-un-report-calls-for-urgent-action-573965">'Final warning' over devastating climate impacts: UN report calls for urgent action</a>

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The United Nations said on Monday that the world will see its first full year at 1.5C above pre-industrial levels in the early 2030s and severe impacts of climate will be seen more quickly at lower levels of global warming than previously expected.&nbsp; 
 
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Japanese counterpart Fumio Kishida held extensive talks on wide-ranging issues at Hyderabad House in India’s capital New Delhi on Monday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/ubs-shares-take-major-hit-after-buyout-of-credit-suisse-573897">UBS shares take major hit after buyout of Credit Suisse</a>

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Shares of UBS plunged on Monday (March 20) after Switzerland's largest bank took over its troubled rival Credit Suisse for USD 3.25 billion. The takeover, aimed at preventing economic turmoil from spreading throughout the country and beyond, failed to calm market's nerves.

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United States President Joe Biden’s national security adviser Jake Sullivan on Monday tweeted that they successfully released an American aid worker who was held as a hostage by terrorists in Niger for the last six years.&nbsp; 
 
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Just weeks after conviction of prominent South Carolina lawyer Alex Murdaugh in the murder of his wife and son, another death possibly linked to the Murdaugh family may bring more trouble to the powerful clan.

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BBC, the national broadcaster of the United Kingdom, reportedly urged its staff members to delete the Chinese-own app TikTok from corporate mobile phones.&nbsp;UK-based media outlets reported that BBC staff received guidance on Sunday.&nbsp; 
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Thailand, on Monday (March 20) dissolved its parliament paving the way for an election sometime in May. The election is set to pit the billionaire Shinawatra family which has dominated the elections for over two decades against the military-linked candidates.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has started talks with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping. Putin has said that he is open to discussing China's Ukraine plan. In other news, Turkey President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Monday that cost of the damage caused by last month's devastating earthquake has hit USD 104 billion.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has started talks with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping. Putin has said that he is open to discussing China's Ukraine plan. In other news, Turkey President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Monday that cost of the damage caused by last month's devastating earthquake has hit USD 104 billion. He spoke via a video link as donors at a conference in Brussels vowed funds to help Turkey and Syria. Click on the headlines to read more: LIVE | Open to discussing China's Ukraine plan, Putin tells Xi Jinping Russian President Vladimir Putin has started talks with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping. Putin has said that he is open to discussing China's Ukraine plan. China has so far provided diplomatic cover to Russia in the face of flak Russia has received from Western countries after its invasion of Ukraine. Turkey reconstruction would need more than USD 100 billion: Erdogan Turkey President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Monday that cost of the damage caused by last month's devastating earthquake has hit USD 104 billion. He spoke via a video link as donors at a conference in Brussels vowed funds to help Turkey and Syria. Amazon announces second round of layoffs 9,000 more employees to lose their jobs Amazon announced another round of layoffs, on Monday (March 20) in line with which the company will fire 9,000 more employees in the coming weeks. This comes after the e-commerce giant fired some 18,000 employees in January. 'Final warning' over devastating climate impacts: UN report calls for urgent action The United Nations said on Monday that the world will see its first full year at 1.5C above pre-industrial levels in the early 2030s and severe impacts of climate will be seen more quickly at lower levels of global warming than previously expected. India, Japan pledge to expand ties as PM Kishida unveils ‘plan for free & open Indo-Pacific’ Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Japanese counterpart Fumio Kishida held extensive talks on wide-ranging issues at Hyderabad House in India’s capital New Delhi on Monday. UBS shares take major hit after buyout of Credit Suisse Shares of UBS plunged on Monday (March 20) after Switzerland's largest bank took over its troubled rival Credit Suisse for USD 3.25 billion. The takeover, aimed at preventing economic turmoil from spreading throughout the country and beyond, failed to calm market's nerves. US citizen freed from West Africa after six years, says President Biden’s national security adviser United States President Joe Biden’s national security adviser Jake Sullivan on Monday tweeted that they successfully released an American aid worker who was held as a hostage by terrorists in Niger for the last six years. Body of youngster to be exhumed to investigate if death was linked to Murdaughs Just weeks after conviction of prominent South Carolina lawyer Alex Murdaugh in the murder of his wife and son, another death possibly linked to the Murdaugh family may bring more trouble to the powerful clan. BBC asks staff to delete TikTok from mobile phones over privacy and security concerns BBC, the national broadcaster of the United Kingdom, reportedly urged its staff members to delete the Chinese-own app TikTok from corporate mobile phones. UK-based media outlets reported that BBC staff received guidance on Sunday. Thailand: Paetongtarn Shinawatra leads opinion polls ahead of upcoming elections after parliament dissolution Thailand, on Monday (March 20) dissolved its parliament paving the way for an election sometime in May. The election is set to pit the billionaire Shinawatra family which has dominated the elections for over two decades against the military-linked candidates.

Top 10 world news: Putin open to discussing China's Ukraine plan, Amazon to fire 9,000 employees & more

Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan said on Sunday (March 19) that his party- the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) will stage what is being called a 'power show' at Minar-i-Pakistan on March 22. This comes as the police booked Khan and PTI leaders on terrorism charges. Russian President Vladimir Putin made a surprise visit to Mariupol and discussed the city's reconstruction plans. The Kremlin said that Putin's trip to Mariupol in Ukraine was "spontaneous". And in Kazakhstan, PresidentKassym-Jomart Tokayev's party is expected to win a big victory in snap elections.&nbsp;

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PTI chairman and former Pakistan PM Imran Khan on Sunday said that his party will stage what is being called a 'power show' at&nbsp;Minar-i-Pakistan on Wednesday (March 22).&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-ukraine-war-putin-discusses-mariupol-reconstruction-plans-during-surprise-visit-573646">Russia-Ukraine war: Putin discusses Mariupol reconstruction plans during surprise visit</a>

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President Vladimir Putin discussed Mariupol's reconstruction plans and spoke to the residents as he made a surprise visit to the Russian-occupied city in Ukraine. His visit came a day after being accused of war crimes by the International Criminal Court (ICC).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kazakhstan-elections-ruling-party-expected-to-solidify-grip-on-power-573658">Kazakhstan elections: Ruling party expected to solidify grip on power</a>

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Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's party is expected to win a big victory in snap elections, voting for which took place on Sunday (March 19). A stronger mandate from the voters is likely to help the president to find way through regional turmoil caused by Russia's invasion of Ukraine.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/middle-east/qatar-former-finance-minister-ali-sherif-al-emadi-charged-with-bribery-embezzlement-to-face-trial-573638">Qatar: Former finance minister Ali Sherif al-Emadi charged with bribery, embezzlement; to face trial</a>

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Qatar’s former finance minister Ali Sherif al-Emadi will face a criminal trial, said the state-run Qatar News Agency (QNA) in a short statement issued on Sunday (March 19), following his arrest two years ago over alleged embezzlement.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/attempts-to-threaten-office-wont-be-tolerated-manhattan-das-to-staff-after-trumps-call-for-protest-573654">Attempts to threaten office won't be tolerated: Manhattan DA to staff after Trump's call for protest</a>

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Manhattan's District Attorney (DA) &nbsp;Alvin Bragg reassured his staff on Saturday (March 18) that intimidation or threats against them would not be tolerated. This communication came as his office proceeded&nbsp;in its investigation against former United States president Donald Trump, who said he would be arrested on Tuesday (March 21) and called for protest.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-south-korea-conduct-joint-air-drills-573592">US, South Korea conduct joint air drills with fighter jets, bombers</a>

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Air forces of the United States and South Korea on Sunday (March 19) conducted a combined air drill led by B-1B bombers. This drill was part of the ongoing joint drills dubbed "Freedom Shield 23"

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/understanding-sense-of-smell-scientists-create-3d-image-of-odour-molecule-573643">Understanding sense of smell: Scientists create 3D image of odour molecule</a>

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We generally know about particles. Everything is made up of atoms and molecules. We all know this. But when is comes to sense of smell, the molecular level understanding is something that's not common knowledge.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/middle-east/palestinian-militant-group-claims-senior-commander-assassinated-in-syria-report-573598">Palestinian militant group claims senior commander assassinated in Syria: Report</a>

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Ali Ramzi al-Aswad, a commander in the Palestinian militant group Islamic Jihad was allegedly "assassinated" in Syria on Sunday (March 19), news agency the Associated Press reported.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/malaika-arora-on-her-wedding-plans-with-arjun-kapoor-we-are-enjoying-our-pre-honeymoon-phase-573593">Malaika Arora on her wedding plans with Arjun Kapoor: We are enjoying our pre-honeymoon phase</a>

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Malaika Arora and Arjun Kapoor are not in any hurry. One of the most talked about couples in the tinsel town, Arjun and Malaika have been dating each other for years now. The couple never shies away from showing their love to each other publicly, but one thing that they both have kept quiet about so far is their wedding plans.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/unhappy-rohit-sharma-laments-not-applying-better-with-bat-admits-its-not-easy-to-comeback-from-this-loss-573648">Unhappy Rohit Sharma laments not applying better with bat, admits it's not easy to comeback from this loss</a>

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For the second time in past four years India lost an ODI game by ten wickets against Australia at home. This time the batting was to be questioned as India's innings&nbsp;got wrapped on a mere 117 in just 26 overs. While left-arm seamer Mitchell Starc was the protagonist for Australia, picking up a five-wicket haul, openers Travis Head and Mitchell Marsh further hurt the hosts with quickfire fifties.

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Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan said on Sunday (March 19) that his party- the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) will stage what is being called a 'power show' at Minar-i-Pakistan on March 22.

Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan said on Sunday (March 19) that his party- the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) will stage what is being called a 'power show' at Minar-i-Pakistan on March 22. This comes as the police booked Khan and PTI leaders on terrorism charges. Russian President Vladimir Putin made a surprise visit to Mariupol and discussed the city's reconstruction plans. The Kremlin said that Putin's trip to Mariupol in Ukraine was "spontaneous". And in Kazakhstan, PresidentKassym-Jomart Tokayev's party is expected to win a big victory in snap elections. Click on the headlines to read more Imran Khan Live updates: PTI to stage a rally at Minar-e-Pakistan on Wednesday, says former Pak PM PTI chairman and former Pakistan PM Imran Khan on Sunday said that his party will stage what is being called a 'power show' at Minar-i-Pakistan on Wednesday (March 22). Russia-Ukraine war: Putin discusses Mariupol reconstruction plans during surprise visit President Vladimir Putin discussed Mariupol's reconstruction plans and spoke to the residents as he made a surprise visit to the Russian-occupied city in Ukraine. His visit came a day after being accused of war crimes by the International Criminal Court (ICC). Kazakhstan elections: Ruling party expected to solidify grip on power Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's party is expected to win a big victory in snap elections, voting for which took place on Sunday (March 19). A stronger mandate from the voters is likely to help the president to find way through regional turmoil caused by Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Qatar: Former finance minister Ali Sherif al-Emadi charged with bribery, embezzlement; to face trial Qatar’s former finance minister Ali Sherif al-Emadi will face a criminal trial, said the state-run Qatar News Agency (QNA) in a short statement issued on Sunday (March 19), following his arrest two years ago over alleged embezzlement. Attempts to threaten office won't be tolerated: Manhattan DA to staff after Trump's call for protest Manhattan's District Attorney (DA) Alvin Bragg reassured his staff on Saturday (March 18) that intimidation or threats against them would not be tolerated. This communication came as his office proceeded in its investigation against former United States president Donald Trump, who said he would be arrested on Tuesday (March 21) and called for protest. US, South Korea conduct joint air drills with fighter jets, bombers Air forces of the United States and South Korea on Sunday (March 19) conducted a combined air drill led by B-1B bombers. This drill was part of the ongoing joint drills dubbed "Freedom Shield 23" Understanding sense of smell: Scientists create 3D image of odour molecule We generally know about particles. Everything is made up of atoms and molecules. We all know this. But when is comes to sense of smell, the molecular level understanding is something that's not common knowledge. Palestinian militant group claims senior commander assassinated in Syria: Report Ali Ramzi al-Aswad, a commander in the Palestinian militant group Islamic Jihad was allegedly "assassinated" in Syria on Sunday (March 19), news agency the Associated Press reported. Malaika Arora on her wedding plans with Arjun Kapoor: We are enjoying our pre-honeymoon phase Malaika Arora and Arjun Kapoor are not in any hurry. One of the most talked about couples in the tinsel town, Arjun and Malaika have been dating each other for years now. The couple never shies away from showing their love to each other publicly, but one thing that they both have kept quiet about so far is their wedding plans. Unhappy Rohit Sharma laments not applying better with bat, admits it's not easy to comeback from this loss For the second time in past four years India lost an ODI game by ten wickets against Australia at home. This time the batting was to be questioned as India's innings got wrapped on a mere 117 in just 26 overs. While left-arm seamer Mitchell Starc was the protagonist for Australia, picking up a five-wicket haul, openers Travis Head and Mitchell Marsh further hurt the hosts with quickfire fifties. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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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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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!"

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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.

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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.

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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;

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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.

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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;

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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;

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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.

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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).

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The International Criminal Court (ICC) on Friday (March 17) issued an arrest warrant against Russian President Vladimir Putin for war crimes because of his alleged involvement in the abduction and "unlawful deportation" of Ukrainian children. In other news,&nbsp;Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Friday (March 17) that his government will start the process of ratifying Finland's North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) membership bid in Parliament after the country took concrete steps to keep its promises.

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The International Criminal Court (ICC) on Friday (March 17) issued an arrest warrant against Russian President Vladimir Putin for war crimes because of his alleged involvement in the abduction and "unlawful deportation" of Ukrainian children.

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Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Friday (March 17) that his government will start the process of ratifying Finland's North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) membership bid in Parliament after the country took concrete steps to keep its promises.

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Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu, on Friday (March 17) awarded the two pilots who were involved in intercepting a United States MQ-9 Reaper drone over the Black Sea amid Moscow’s ongoing “special military operation” in Ukraine.

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Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan managed to avoid being jailed at least till March 24, after Lahore High Court granted him time-conditioned bail in all nine cases filed against him in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and Lahore respectively.&nbsp;

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Hours after China's foreign ministry announced that the Chinese leader Xi Jinping will embark on a three-day state visit to Russia, the Kremlin said that Russian President Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping will sign a declaration as Russia-China ties enter 'a new era'.

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Attacks by marauding gang members continued for third night in northeast Brazil in spite of security having been strengthened, authorities said on Thursday (March 16). Media reports showed images of public buses and building set on fire in nine cities including in Natal, the state capital of northeastern state of Grande do Norte state.

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Thailand’s Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha on Friday ordered to dissolve of the parliament ahead of the all-important general election as the military leader seeks to extend his second term spanning eight years.

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German lawmakers on Friday (March 17) approved a plan to shrink the country's increasingly bloated Parliament. However, two opposition parties- the Christian Social Union (CSU) and the Left Party- were vehemently critical and the plan is expected to face a court challenge.&nbsp;

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Israel’s new far-right government’s plan to overhaul its judicial system is facing tough resistance from reserve forces of the country’s military intelligence unit who have announced to halt their volunteer services from coming Sunday.

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European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen and NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg travelled to the Troll A platform in the North Sea on Friday (March 17). The platform extracts gas from Norway's biggest gas field. The visit has drawn attention to and underlined importance of Norwegian gas for the energy security of Europe.&nbsp;

The International Criminal Court (ICC) on Friday (March 17) issued an arrest warrant against Russian President Vladimir Putin for war crimes because of his alleged involvement in the abduction and "unlawful deportation" of Ukrainian children.

The International Criminal Court (ICC) on Friday (March 17) issued an arrest warrant against Russian President Vladimir Putin for war crimes because of his alleged involvement in the abduction and "unlawful deportation" of Ukrainian children. In other news, Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Friday (March 17) that his government will start the process of ratifying Finland's North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) membership bid in Parliament after the country took concrete steps to keep its promises. Click on the headlines to read more: International Criminal Court issues arrest warrant against Putin over war crimes in Ukraine The International Criminal Court (ICC) on Friday (March 17) issued an arrest warrant against Russian President Vladimir Putin for war crimes because of his alleged involvement in the abduction and "unlawful deportation" of Ukrainian children. Turkey to start ratifying Finland's NATO membership bid; Hungary to vote on accession on March 27 Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Friday (March 17) that his government will start the process of ratifying Finland's North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) membership bid in Parliament after the country took concrete steps to keep its promises. Russian defence minister honours pilots involved in downing of US drone over Black Sea Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu, on Friday (March 17) awarded the two pilots who were involved in intercepting a United States MQ-9 Reaper drone over the Black Sea amid Moscow’s ongoing “special military operation” in Ukraine. Pakistani leader Imran Khan avoids jail, for now Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan managed to avoid being jailed at least till March 24, after Lahore High Court granted him time-conditioned bail in all nine cases filed against him in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and Lahore respectively. Putin, Xi to sign declaration as Russia-China ties enter 'new era': Kremlin Hours after China's foreign ministry announced that the Chinese leader Xi Jinping will embark on a three-day state visit to Russia, the Kremlin said that Russian President Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping will sign a declaration as Russia-China ties enter 'a new era'. Brazil cities face gang violence as imprisoned gangsters stoke unrest Attacks by marauding gang members continued for third night in northeast Brazil in spite of security having been strengthened, authorities said on Thursday (March 16). Media reports showed images of public buses and building set on fire in nine cities including in Natal, the state capital of northeastern state of Grande do Norte state. Thai PM Prayuth Chan-ocha orders dissolution of parliament, paving way for high-stakes elections Thailand’s Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha on Friday ordered to dissolve of the parliament ahead of the all-important general election as the military leader seeks to extend his second term spanning eight years. Germany: Lawmakers approve plan to shrink bloated parliament; two opposition parties critcise it German lawmakers on Friday (March 17) approved a plan to shrink the country's increasingly bloated Parliament. However, two opposition parties- the Christian Social Union (CSU) and the Left Party- were vehemently critical and the plan is expected to face a court challenge. Israel’s elite reserve forces threaten to halt volunteer service in protest against legal reforms Israel’s new far-right government’s plan to overhaul its judicial system is facing tough resistance from reserve forces of the country’s military intelligence unit who have announced to halt their volunteer services from coming Sunday. NATO, EU chiefs visit North Sea gas platform as Norway compensates Russia supply slash European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen and NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg travelled to the Troll A platform in the North Sea on Friday (March 17). The platform extracts gas from Norway's biggest gas field. The visit has drawn attention to and underlined importance of Norwegian gas for the energy security of Europe.

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The Pentagon has released footage of the moment when a Russian fighter jet hit a US drone over the Black Sea. In the video, the Russian military jet could be seen coming very close to a US military drone and dumping fuel near it. In the United Kingdom (UK), the government has announced an immediate ban on government devices. And in India, a Cheetah helicopter of the army crashed near the Mandala hills area in Arunachal Pradesh, killing the pilot and co-pilot. The pilots were identified as Lieutenant Colonel VVB Reddy and Major Jayanth A.&nbsp;

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The European Command of the United States military on Thursday (March 16) released the footage of the critical encounter which happened between an American surveillance drone and Russian fighter jet&nbsp;over the Black Sea earlier this week.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tiktok-banned-on-government-devices-in-uk-effective-immediately-572661">TikTok banned on government devices in UK effective immediately</a>

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The UK has announced an immediate ban on TikTok on government devices. TikTok is a Chinese-owned short video sharing social media app that is raising privacy and security concerns, especially in Western countries.

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A Cheetah helicopter of the Indian Army crashed near the Mandala hills area in Arunachal Pradesh on Thursday (March 16), killing the pilot and co-pilot on board. The pilots were identified as&nbsp;Lieutenant Colonel VVB Reddy and Major Jayanth A.&nbsp;

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At least six men have been charged by the Australian police over the alleged kidnapping and torture of a 26-year-old man in Sydney. Local police have rescued the man in an armed raid. He was tortured and held captive for six days. &nbsp;

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A plan by a multinational company to build world's first octopus farm to breed the animals for consumption is facing flak, said a BBC report. Octopuses which are consumed in Europe, Asia, Latin America and other regions of the world have not been farmed before.

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The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has said that the global supply of cocaine is at record levels.&nbsp;North America and Western and Central Europe remain the largest destination markets for cocaine, but data suggested that new markets are the fastest growing.&nbsp;

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South Korean&nbsp;government rolled back an upcoming policy initiative which entailed a&nbsp;rise in the working hours. The roll back came&nbsp;after a backlash from the young South Koreans who said the move would destroy their work-life balance and put their health at risk.

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Indicating its rapid progress towards getting its third lunar spacecraft mission-ready, the Indian space agency has revealed that the&nbsp;Chandrayaan-3 integrated spacecraft underwent crucial tests.&nbsp;

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Producer Guneet Monga and director Kartiki Gonsalves brought glory to India on March 12 as they picked up Best Documentary Short Oscar. Even though their win was historic, most fans noticed how Monga's winning speech on the stage was abruptly cut off by music.&nbsp;Now a user on Tik Tok has pointed out how the Academy did not show any such time stamp for the speech when a British man won an Oscar a few seconds after Monga.&nbsp;

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Stand-in skipper for the first ODI between India and Australia, Hardik Pandya has commented on his Test future with the side as his side prepares for the big clash against the visitors.

The Pentagon has released footage of the moment when a Russian fighter jet hit a US drone over the Black Sea. In the video, the Russian military jet could be seen coming very close to a US military drone and dumping fuel near it.

The Pentagon has released footage of the moment when a Russian fighter jet hit a US drone over the Black Sea. In the video, the Russian military jet could be seen coming very close to a US military drone and dumping fuel near it. In the United Kingdom (UK), the government has announced an immediate ban on government devices. And in India, a Cheetah helicopter of the army crashed near the Mandala hills area in Arunachal Pradesh, killing the pilot and co-pilot. The pilots were identified as Lieutenant Colonel VVB Reddy and Major Jayanth A. Click on the headlines to read more: WATCH | Pentagon releases video of moment when Russian fighter jet hit US drone over Black Sea The European Command of the United States military on Thursday (March 16) released the footage of the critical encounter which happened between an American surveillance drone and Russian fighter jet over the Black Sea earlier this week. TikTok banned on government devices in UK effective immediately The UK has announced an immediate ban on TikTok on government devices. TikTok is a Chinese-owned short video sharing social media app that is raising privacy and security concerns, especially in Western countries. India: Army helicopter crashes near Mandala hills in Arunachal, both pilots killed A Cheetah helicopter of the Indian Army crashed near the Mandala hills area in Arunachal Pradesh on Thursday (March 16), killing the pilot and co-pilot on board. The pilots were identified as Lieutenant Colonel VVB Reddy and Major Jayanth A. Australia: With teeth forcibly pulled, man tortured to near-death before rescue At least six men have been charged by the Australian police over the alleged kidnapping and torture of a 26-year-old man in Sydney. Local police have rescued the man in an armed raid. He was tortured and held captive for six days. Plan to build first-ever octopus farm in the world raises concerns A plan by a multinational company to build world's first octopus farm to breed the animals for consumption is facing flak, said a BBC report. Octopuses which are consumed in Europe, Asia, Latin America and other regions of the world have not been farmed before. UN drug agency says global supply of cocaine is at record levels The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has said that the global supply of cocaine is at record levels. North America and Western and Central Europe remain the largest destination markets for cocaine, but data suggested that new markets are the fastest growing. Millennials, Gen-Z force South Korea govt against imposing 69-hour work week South Korean government rolled back an upcoming policy initiative which entailed a rise in the working hours. The roll back came after a backlash from the young South Koreans who said the move would destroy their work-life balance and put their health at risk. ISRO: Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft successfully completes vibration and acoustic tests Indicating its rapid progress towards getting its third lunar spacecraft mission-ready, the Indian space agency has revealed that the Chandrayaan-3 integrated spacecraft underwent crucial tests. TikTok user calls out the Academy for cutting off Guneet Monga's speech at the Oscars Producer Guneet Monga and director Kartiki Gonsalves brought glory to India on March 12 as they picked up Best Documentary Short Oscar. Even though their win was historic, most fans noticed how Monga's winning speech on the stage was abruptly cut off by music. Now a user on Tik Tok has pointed out how the Academy did not show any such time stamp for the speech when a British man won an Oscar a few seconds after Monga. IND vs AUS 1st ODI: Hardik Pandya shades light on Test future, says 'I won't be available for the WTC final' Stand-in skipper for the first ODI between India and Australia, Hardik Pandya has commented on his Test future with the side as his side prepares for the big clash against the visitors.

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Clashes erupted between supporters of Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party and police who had arrived at the former prime minister’s house to arrest him in Lahore on Tuesday.&nbsp;Hundreds of supporters had gathered outside Zaman Park residence in support of Imran Khan. In other news,&nbsp;Russian President Vladimir Putin's verbal attack on the West rose to a crescendo for yet another time on Tuesday when he defended the war in Ukraine saying it is the question of Russia's very existence as a state. 
 
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Clashes erupted between supporters of Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party and police who had arrived at the former prime minister’s house to arrest him in Lahore on Tuesday.&nbsp;Hundreds of supporters had gathered outside Zaman Park residence in support of Imran Khan.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin's verbal attack on West rose to a crescendo for yet another time on Tuesday when he defended the war in Ukraine saying it is the question of Russia's very existence as a state. He made these remarks in a long address to workers at an aviation factory in Buryatia, a mountainous Russian republic in eastern Siberia, some 4,400 km east of capital city of Moscow.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indias-top-court-to-decide-on-increased-compensation-for-1984-industrial-disaster-victims-571747">India’s Supreme Court rejects plea for increased compensation to 1984 Bhopal gas tragedy victims</a>

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The Supreme Court of India&nbsp;on Tuesday (March 14) rejected a curative&nbsp;petition filed in 2010 by the Union government led by former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh&nbsp;demanding increased compensation to the victims of the 1984 Bhopal gas tragedy, referring to a nearly four decades old industrial disaster in central India that claimed at least 4,000 lives and resulted in non-fatal injuries to over half a million.

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Since the United States and the United Kingdom unveiled their plans to provide Australia with nuclear-powered submarines on Monday (March 13) it has sparked a debate around the proliferation of nuclear weapons as well as prompted fears.

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The Indian government is working on a draft proposal that could force smartphone makers to remove apps which come pre-installed on new phones that cannot be deleted. 
 
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Poland may supply Ukraine MiG-29 fighter planes in the coming four to six weeks, indicating that Kyiv's allies are inching closer to agreeing on the next phase of their military aid to the nation, according to Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki.&nbsp; 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-mulling-over-tiktok-ban-on-government-devices-over-data-security-concerns-571913">After India and US, UK mulls TikTok ban on govt devices over data security concerns linked to China</a>

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The United Kingdom is reportedly planning to ban TikTok on government devices over growing risks regarding data security as several experts and analysts have raised concerns that the app might be used to promote pro-China views and gather data of users illegally.&nbsp; 
 
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With Russia's war waging on in Eastern Europe for over a year now, Taiwan has a lesson or two to learn from Ukraine. The island nation on Tuesday flaunted its indigenous military drones and termed them significant for "asymmetrical warfare" to take on China in case the two comes face-to-face in future.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/uk-wages-affected-by-inflation-despite-historically-low-unemployment-rates-571969">UK: Wages affected by inflation despite historically low unemployment rates</a>

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British unemployment remains close to its historical low but wages are still plummeting in real terms, official data reflected on the eve of a budget presented on Tuesday. (March 14), as reported by AFP.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-oks-bill-to-raise-age-of-consent-from-13-to-16-reform-sexual-offence-charges-571920">Japan OKs bill to raise age of consent from 13 to 16, reform sexual offence charges</a>

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The Japanese Cabinet on Tuesday (March 14) approved a bill which would &nbsp;raise the legal age of consent from 13 to 16 and recognise sexual violation even in the absence of physical violence or coercion. The country is moving to reform its Penal Code after years of criticism that several sex offenders went scot-free.

Clashes erupted between supporters of Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party and police who had arrived at the former prime minister’s house to arrest him in Lahore on Tuesday.

Clashes erupted between supporters of Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party and police who had arrived at the former prime minister’s house to arrest him in Lahore on Tuesday. Hundreds of supporters had gathered outside Zaman Park residence in support of Imran Khan. In other news, Russian President Vladimir Putin's verbal attack on the West rose to a crescendo for yet another time on Tuesday when he defended the war in Ukraine saying it is the question of Russia's very existence as a state. Click on the headlines to read more: Toshakhana case: Police, PTI workers clash outside ex-PM Imran Khan’s house ahead of possible arrest Clashes erupted between supporters of Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party and police who had arrived at the former prime minister’s house to arrest him in Lahore on Tuesday. Hundreds of supporters had gathered outside Zaman Park residence in support of Imran Khan. Putin defends Ukraine war, says it's about 'survival' of Russian statehood Russian President Vladimir Putin's verbal attack on West rose to a crescendo for yet another time on Tuesday when he defended the war in Ukraine saying it is the question of Russia's very existence as a state. He made these remarks in a long address to workers at an aviation factory in Buryatia, a mountainous Russian republic in eastern Siberia, some 4,400 km east of capital city of Moscow. India’s Supreme Court rejects plea for increased compensation to 1984 Bhopal gas tragedy victims The Supreme Court of India on Tuesday (March 14) rejected a curative petition filed in 2010 by the Union government led by former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh demanding increased compensation to the victims of the 1984 Bhopal gas tragedy, referring to a nearly four decades old industrial disaster in central India that claimed at least 4,000 lives and resulted in non-fatal injuries to over half a million. Explained | Aukus submarine deal sparks nuclear proliferation concerns. Here's why Since the United States and the United Kingdom unveiled their plans to provide Australia with nuclear-powered submarines on Monday (March 13) it has sparked a debate around the proliferation of nuclear weapons as well as prompted fears. Indian govt may force smartphone makers to remove pre-installed apps: Report The Indian government is working on a draft proposal that could force smartphone makers to remove apps which come pre-installed on new phones that cannot be deleted. Russia-Ukraine war updates LIVE: Poland may deliver Ukraine MiG-29 jets in next 4-6 weeks, says PM Poland may supply Ukraine MiG-29 fighter planes in the coming four to six weeks, indicating that Kyiv's allies are inching closer to agreeing on the next phase of their military aid to the nation, according to Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki. After India and US, UK mulls TikTok ban on govt devices over data security concerns linked to China The United Kingdom is reportedly planning to ban TikTok on government devices over growing risks regarding data security as several experts and analysts have raised concerns that the app might be used to promote pro-China views and gather data of users illegally. Taiwan prepping for 'asymmetrical warfare' in face of China threat With Russia's war waging on in Eastern Europe for over a year now, Taiwan has a lesson or two to learn from Ukraine. The island nation on Tuesday flaunted its indigenous military drones and termed them significant for "asymmetrical warfare" to take on China in case the two comes face-to-face in future. UK: Wages affected by inflation despite historically low unemployment rates British unemployment remains close to its historical low but wages are still plummeting in real terms, official data reflected on the eve of a budget presented on Tuesday. (March 14), as reported by AFP. Japan OKs bill to raise age of consent from 13 to 16, reform sexual offence charges The Japanese Cabinet on Tuesday (March 14) approved a bill which would raise the legal age of consent from 13 to 16 and recognise sexual violation even in the absence of physical violence or coercion. The country is moving to reform its Penal Code after years of criticism that several sex offenders went scot-free.

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

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

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

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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&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.

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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;

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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.

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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;

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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

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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,&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.

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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;

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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.

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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.

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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

Former prime minister of Pakistan Imran Khan delivered a defiant speech after giving police a miss at his residence. A team of Islamabad Police reached his Zaman Park house in Lahore on Sunday afternoon in order to arrest him in the Toshakhana (gift depository) case. In other news,&nbsp;China on Sunday kicked-off the plenary session of its parliament, the National People's Congress (NPC), where it said that it would increase the country’s defence budget by 7.2 per cent in 2023, a slight uptick compared to 7.1 per cent last year.

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Former prime minister of Pakistan Imran Khan delivered a defiant speech after giving police a miss at his residence. A team of Islamabad Police had reached his Zaman Park house in Lahore on Sunday afternoon in order to arrest him in the Toshakhana (gift depository) case. 
 
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China on Sunday kicked-off the plenary session of its parliament, the National People's Congress (NPC), where it said that it would increase the country’s defence budget by 7.2 per cent in 2023, a slight uptick compared to 7.1 per cent last year. 
 
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Thousands took to the streets of Greece’s capital city Athens, on Sunday (March 5) which also led to brief clashes between police and a group of protesters after they gathered in front of the Greek parliament on Syntagma Square. The demonstration was held over the deadliest train crash in the country following a call by the students, rail workers and public sector employees.

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A massive fire was reported at a cramped refugee camp for Rohingyas in Bangladesh's Cox’s Bazar district on Sunday (March 5), leaving thousands homeless. The fire is under control, a police official told the news agency Reuters. Earlier, the UNHCR in Bangladesh tweeted, "Rohingya refugee volunteers are responding to a fire in Camp 11.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-student-banned-by-american-airlines-after-allegedly-urinating-on-co-passenger-report-568829">American Airlines bans unruly, inebriated Indian student for urinating on co-passenger: Report 
 
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An Indian student travelling on an American Airlines flight from New York, United States to New Delhi allegedly urinated on a fellow passenger mid-air while he was intoxicated, on Saturday (March 4) an official told ANI on Sunday. The accused was later identified as 21-year-old Arya Vohra and has since been banned by the airlines. 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/netanyahu-rejects-grossis-remarks-over-possible-attack-on-iran-says-israel-permitted-to-defend-itself-568843">Netanyahu rejects Grossi’s remarks over possible attack on Iran, says Israel ‘permitted’ to defend itself 
 
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A day after the UN nuclear watchdog chief said that any military attack on a nuclear facility was illegal, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu termed remarks by Raphael Grossi as "unworthy".&nbsp;

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Hundreds of supporters of the opposition took to the streets in the Tunisian capital city of Tunis on Sunday (March 5) to protest against President Kais Saied, defying the official ban placed last week.&nbsp; 
 
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Over 15 years of discussions and five rounds of protracted UN-led discussions later, negotiators from more than 100 countries have finalised a treaty to protect biodiversity in the high seas. This UN treaty is a long-awaited step that, according to environmental groups, will help reverse marine biodiversity losses and ensure sustainable development.

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China’s rubber-stamp parliament, the National People's Congress (NPC), is all set to begin its annual session on Sunday, where President Xi Jinping is expected to unveil the biggest government reshuffle in a decade as Beijing confronts a host of issues at home and abroad. 
 
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India on Sunday expressed New Delhi's displeasure over the "malicious anti-India" posters that were put up in front of the UN building in Geneva with the Swiss ambassador, a source told WION.&nbsp;Swiss Ambassador to Delhi Ralf Heckner said, "the Embassy has conveyed India’s concerns to Berne with all the seriousness it deserves."

Former prime minister of Pakistan Imran Khan delivered a defiant speech after giving police a miss at his residence. A team of Islamabad Police reached his Zaman Park house in Lahore on Sunday afternoon in order to arrest him in the Toshakhana (gift depository) case.

Former prime minister of Pakistan Imran Khan delivered a defiant speech after giving police a miss at his residence. A team of Islamabad Police reached his Zaman Park house in Lahore on Sunday afternoon in order to arrest him in the Toshakhana (gift depository) case. In other news, China on Sunday kicked-off the plenary session of its parliament, the National People's Congress (NPC), where it said that it would increase the country’s defence budget by 7.2 per cent in 2023, a slight uptick compared to 7.1 per cent last year. Click on the headlines to read more: After evading cops who came to arrest him, Imran Khan delivers a defiant speech Former prime minister of Pakistan Imran Khan delivered a defiant speech after giving police a miss at his residence. A team of Islamabad Police had reached his Zaman Park house in Lahore on Sunday afternoon in order to arrest him in the Toshakhana (gift depository) case. China increases military budget by 7.2 per cent for 2023, eyes ‘peaceful’ reunification with Taiwan China on Sunday kicked-off the plenary session of its parliament, the National People's Congress (NPC), where it said that it would increase the country’s defence budget by 7.2 per cent in 2023, a slight uptick compared to 7.1 per cent last year. Greece: Thousands protest in Athens over deadly train crash; PM issues apology Thousands took to the streets of Greece’s capital city Athens, on Sunday (March 5) which also led to brief clashes between police and a group of protesters after they gathered in front of the Greek parliament on Syntagma Square. The demonstration was held over the deadliest train crash in the country following a call by the students, rail workers and public sector employees. Bangladesh: Massive fire in Rohingya refugee camp in Cox's Bazar A massive fire was reported at a cramped refugee camp for Rohingyas in Bangladesh's Cox’s Bazar district on Sunday (March 5), leaving thousands homeless. The fire is under control, a police official told the news agency Reuters. Earlier, the UNHCR in Bangladesh tweeted, "Rohingya refugee volunteers are responding to a fire in Camp 11. American Airlines bans unruly, inebriated Indian student for urinating on co-passenger: Report An Indian student travelling on an American Airlines flight from New York, United States to New Delhi allegedly urinated on a fellow passenger mid-air while he was intoxicated, on Saturday (March 4) an official told ANI on Sunday. The accused was later identified as 21-year-old Arya Vohra and has since been banned by the airlines. Netanyahu rejects Grossi’s remarks over possible attack on Iran, says Israel ‘permitted’ to defend itself A day after the UN nuclear watchdog chief said that any military attack on a nuclear facility was illegal, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu termed remarks by Raphael Grossi as "unworthy". Tunisian opposition defies protest ban, hundreds demonstrate against president Hundreds of supporters of the opposition took to the streets in the Tunisian capital city of Tunis on Sunday (March 5) to protest against President Kais Saied, defying the official ban placed last week. After 15 years of talks, over 100 nations agree on global treaty to protect marine life on high seas Over 15 years of discussions and five rounds of protracted UN-led discussions later, negotiators from more than 100 countries have finalised a treaty to protect biodiversity in the high seas. This UN treaty is a long-awaited step that, according to environmental groups, will help reverse marine biodiversity losses and ensure sustainable development. Economy, defence budget hike, govt reshuffle among key steps likely in Chinese parliament’s annual session China’s rubber-stamp parliament, the National People's Congress (NPC), is all set to begin its annual session on Sunday, where President Xi Jinping is expected to unveil the biggest government reshuffle in a decade as Beijing confronts a host of issues at home and abroad. India: Swiss envoy called over ‘malicious anti-India’ posters in Geneva India on Sunday expressed New Delhi's displeasure over the "malicious anti-India" posters that were put up in front of the UN building in Geneva with the Swiss ambassador, a source told WION. Swiss Ambassador to Delhi Ralf Heckner said, "the Embassy has conveyed India’s concerns to Berne with all the seriousness it deserves."

Top 10 world news: Pak former PM Imran Khan evades arrest, China increases military budget for 2023, and more

The war in Ukraine prominently featured in Quad foreign ministers meet which unlike previous day's G20 foreign ministers' meet, concluded with a joint statement. On the frontline of conflict, the battle for Bakhmut appeared to be reaching its conclusion. Meanwhile, disgraced South Carolina lawyer Alex Murdaugh was sentenced to life on Friday (March 3) for murdering his wife and son.&nbsp;

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Terrorism, Myanmar, Ukraine and the South China Sea figured prominently in the Quad meeting of foreign ministers of host India, Australia, Japan and the United States that took place in New Delhi on Friday morning. &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/battle-for-bakhmut-rages-on-round-the-clock-as-russia-intensifies-offensive-568225">Battle for Bakhmut rages on ‘round the clock’ as Russia intensifies offensive</a>

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Russia's Wagner mercenary group claimed on Friday that the Russians have surrounded the eastern Ukrainian city of Bakhmut. Other reports claimed that the fight for the key battleground city is raging 'round-the-clock'.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/alex-murdaugh-gets-life-sentence-for-murdering-his-wife-and-son-568289">US lawyer Alex Murdaugh gets life sentence for murdering his wife and son</a>

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Disgraced South Carolina lawyer Alex Murdaugh was sentenced to life on Friday (March 3) for murdering his wife and son.&nbsp;Judge Clifton Newman sentenced Murdaugh, 54, scion of an elite family of judges and attorneys, to consecutive life terms for the June 7, 2021 murders of his son Paul and wife Maggie.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iaea-chief-reaches-iran-after-discovery-of-near-weapons-grade-uranium-568234">IAEA chief reaches Iran after discovery of near weapons-grade uranium</a>

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International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) chief Rafael Grossi arrived in Iranian capital Tehran on Friday (March 3) for discussions with officials. Visit by the UN nuclear watchdog chief comes after discovery of uranium particles in Iran just under weapons-grade level. The Vienna-based international organisation is seeking to get Iranian co-operation over its nuclear activities.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/while-its-population-battle-for-lives-india-slams-pakistans-kashmir-interjection-at-unhrc-568300">'While its population battle for lives': India slams Pakistan's Kashmir interjection at UNHRC</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/03/03/336547-untitled-design-8.jpg?imwidth=1920" />India called out Pakistan's 'malicious propaganda' while using its&nbsp;right to reply in the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) to respond to Pakistan's representative, Hina Rabbani Khar's critique of New Delhi's defence acquisitions.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-two-kansas-men-arrested-for-illegally-exporting-technology-to-russia-568281">US: Two Kansas men arrested for illegally exporting technology to Russia amid Ukraine war</a>

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Authorities on Friday (March 3) arrested two Kansas men for illegally exporting technology to Russia. According to a statement issued by the US Department of Justice, the men were arrested on charges related to a years-long scheme to circumvent American export laws that included the illegal export of aviation-related technology to Russia after its unprovoked invasion of Ukraine, and the imposition of stricter restrictions on exports to Russia.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/elon-musk-unseated-again-just-48-hours-after-being-crowned-as-the-worlds-richest-person-568016">Elon Musk unseated again just 48 hours after being crowned world’s richest person</a>

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Barely 48 hours after being crowned as the world’s richest person, tech billionaire Elon Musk lost the tag once again since he lost $1.9 billion of&nbsp; wealth in a single day, causing him to slide into second place.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/colombia-mulling-to-send-pablo-escobars-hippos-to-india-mexico-568148">Colombia mulling to send Pablo Escobar’s hippos to India, Mexico</a>

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At least 70 hippopotamuses which were illegally imported by Colombian drug lord Pablo Escobar from Africa in the 1980s and currently living near his former ranch are being considered to be sent to India and Mexico as local authorities plan to control their population.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-aus-icc-rates-indore-pitch-poor-after-third-test-ended-inside-three-days-at-holkar-stadium-568245">IND vs AUS: ICC rates Indore pitch 'poor' after third Test ends inside three days at Holkar Stadium</a>

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The International Cricket Council (ICC) has come down hard on the Indore pitch used during&nbsp;the third Test between India and Australia, by rating it ‘poor’. This decision came hours after the third Test of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar series ended inside three days with Australia winning it by nine wickets. Although the previous two Tests also got wrapped up well before stumps on day three, this Indore pitch has received three demerit points as the match referee Chris Broad feels ‘the pitch that was very dry didn’t provide the right balance between bat and ball.’

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-oscars-2023-best-picture-nominee-will-baz-luhrmanns-unconventional--biopicelvis-create-history-568196">Oscars 2023 Best Picture nominee: Will Baz Luhrmann's unconventional biopic Elvis create history?</a>

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Those who have closely followed the Oscar awards for years, and understand the pattern of the show, would know that the Academy has always got a soft spot for biopics. Actors who have portrayed real-life characters on screen have also been acknowledged with the best actor trophy in most instances. And so, it doesn't come as a surprise that Baz Luhrmann's&nbsp;Elvis&nbsp;has clinched 8 nominations at the Oscars 2023 which includes the best picture and the best actor nods. Even though its a well-known fact that the Academy always has preferred biopics, one can't ignore the fact that&nbsp;Elvis&nbsp;has rightfully earned its spot in several categories by the sheer brilliance of the plot, its implementation on screen, Luhrman's vision, and lead actor Austin Butler's stupendous performance as King of Rock and Roll Elvis Presley.

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The war in Ukraine prominently featured in Quad foreign ministers meet which unlike previous day's G20 foreign ministers' meet, concluded with a joint statement.

The war in Ukraine prominently featured in Quad foreign ministers meet which unlike previous day's G20 foreign ministers' meet, concluded with a joint statement. On the frontline of conflict, the battle for Bakhmut appeared to be reaching its conclusion. Meanwhile, disgraced South Carolina lawyer Alex Murdaugh was sentenced to life on Friday (March 3) for murdering his wife and son. Click on the headlines to read more: China, Ukraine figure prominently in Quad foreign ministers meet in New Delhi Terrorism, Myanmar, Ukraine and the South China Sea figured prominently in the Quad meeting of foreign ministers of host India, Australia, Japan and the United States that took place in New Delhi on Friday morning. Battle for Bakhmut rages on ‘round the clock’ as Russia intensifies offensive Russia's Wagner mercenary group claimed on Friday that the Russians have surrounded the eastern Ukrainian city of Bakhmut. Other reports claimed that the fight for the key battleground city is raging 'round-the-clock'. US lawyer Alex Murdaugh gets life sentence for murdering his wife and son Disgraced South Carolina lawyer Alex Murdaugh was sentenced to life on Friday (March 3) for murdering his wife and son. Judge Clifton Newman sentenced Murdaugh, 54, scion of an elite family of judges and attorneys, to consecutive life terms for the June 7, 2021 murders of his son Paul and wife Maggie. IAEA chief reaches Iran after discovery of near weapons-grade uranium International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) chief Rafael Grossi arrived in Iranian capital Tehran on Friday (March 3) for discussions with officials. Visit by the UN nuclear watchdog chief comes after discovery of uranium particles in Iran just under weapons-grade level. The Vienna-based international organisation is seeking to get Iranian co-operation over its nuclear activities. 'While its population battle for lives': India slams Pakistan's Kashmir interjection at UNHRC India called out Pakistan's 'malicious propaganda' while using its right to reply in the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) to respond to Pakistan's representative, Hina Rabbani Khar's critique of New Delhi's defence acquisitions. US: Two Kansas men arrested for illegally exporting technology to Russia amid Ukraine war Authorities on Friday (March 3) arrested two Kansas men for illegally exporting technology to Russia. According to a statement issued by the US Department of Justice, the men were arrested on charges related to a years-long scheme to circumvent American export laws that included the illegal export of aviation-related technology to Russia after its unprovoked invasion of Ukraine, and the imposition of stricter restrictions on exports to Russia. Elon Musk unseated again just 48 hours after being crowned world’s richest person Barely 48 hours after being crowned as the world’s richest person, tech billionaire Elon Musk lost the tag once again since he lost $1.9 billion of wealth in a single day, causing him to slide into second place. Colombia mulling to send Pablo Escobar’s hippos to India, Mexico At least 70 hippopotamuses which were illegally imported by Colombian drug lord Pablo Escobar from Africa in the 1980s and currently living near his former ranch are being considered to be sent to India and Mexico as local authorities plan to control their population. IND vs AUS: ICC rates Indore pitch 'poor' after third Test ends inside three days at Holkar Stadium The International Cricket Council (ICC) has come down hard on the Indore pitch used during the third Test between India and Australia, by rating it ‘poor’. This decision came hours after the third Test of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar series ended inside three days with Australia winning it by nine wickets. Although the previous two Tests also got wrapped up well before stumps on day three, this Indore pitch has received three demerit points as the match referee Chris Broad feels ‘the pitch that was very dry didn’t provide the right balance between bat and ball.’ Oscars 2023 Best Picture nominee: Will Baz Luhrmann's unconventional biopic Elvis create history? Those who have closely followed the Oscar awards for years, and understand the pattern of the show, would know that the Academy has always got a soft spot for biopics. Actors who have portrayed real-life characters on screen have also been acknowledged with the best actor trophy in most instances. And so, it doesn't come as a surprise that Baz Luhrmann's Elvis has clinched 8 nominations at the Oscars 2023 which includes the best picture and the best actor nods. Even though its a well-known fact that the Academy always has preferred biopics, one can't ignore the fact that Elvis has rightfully earned its spot in several categories by the sheer brilliance of the plot, its implementation on screen, Luhrman's vision, and lead actor Austin Butler's stupendous performance as King of Rock and Roll Elvis Presley.

Top 10 world news: QUAD foreign ministers meet in Delhi, battle for Bakhmut rages in Ukraine, and more

A head-on train collision in Greece&nbsp;killed 36 people&nbsp;and injured around 85, the officials in Athens said&nbsp;on Wednesday. Meanwhile, the Finland parliament on Wednesday (March 1) overwhelmingly approved country's bid to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).&nbsp;Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko&nbsp;met Chinese&nbsp;President Xi Jinping and lent support to Beijing's 12-point peace plan to end the war in Ukraine.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-meet-with-xi-putins-close-ally-lukashenko-fully-backs-chinas-peace-plan-567258">In meet with Xi, Putin's close ally Lukashenko 'fully' backs China's 'peace' plan</a>

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Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko and a close ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin met Chinese President Xi Jinping, who is on a visit to the European country, and lent his full support to Beijing’s recently proposed "peace" initiative amid the Ukraine war.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-16-killed-85-injured-after-two-trains-collide-in-greece-566978">Greece train crash: Thirty-six killed in head-on train collision, at least 85 injured</a>

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A head-on train collision in Greece has killed 36 people&nbsp;and injured around 85, officials said&nbsp;on Wednesday. The passenger train, that was reportedly carrying 350 people from Athens to&nbsp;the northern city of Thessaloniki, collided with a freight train just before midnight&nbsp;near the town of Tempe as it was emerging from a highway underpass. Multiple cars of the train derailed, with at least three bursting into flames.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/finlands-parliament-overwhelmingly-gives-early-greenlight-to-nato-entry-567250">Finnish parliament overwhelmingly gives early greenlight to NATO entry</a>

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The Finland parliament on Wednesday (March 1) overwhelmingly gave a green light and acceleration to the bid of joining the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). The move by parliament has increased the prospects that Finland will leave its neighbour Sweden behind and become a member of the pact earlier.&nbsp; 
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bbc-must-follow-law-eam-jaishankar-tells-uk-foreign-secretary-567148">BBC must follow law, India’s foreign minister Jaishankar tells UK foreign secretary</a>

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India has made it clear to the United Kingdom that compliance with Indian laws and regulations is mandatory for all entities operating in the country, including the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explained-everything-about-bola-tinubu-nigerias-president-elect-567275">EXPLAINED | Everything about Bola Tinubu, Nigeria's president-elect</a>

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Bola Tinubu, the incoming president of Nigeria, has largely operated from behind the scenes during his political career. He is considered a "godfather" who supports political candidates via his extensive network of patrons. With Tinubu's assistance, former president Muhammadu Buhari was successful in obtaining two terms in office, in 2015 and 2019.&nbsp;And Tinubu has chosen each succeeding victor to lead the greatest city in Africa since he stepped down as governor of Lagos in 2007.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/middle-east/turkey-elections-to-be-held-on-may-14-as-erdogan-rules-out-any-delay-following-devastating-earthquake-567142">Turkey elections to be held on May 14 as Erdogan rules out any delay following devastating earthquake</a>

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Turkey will be holding its elections as per schedule despite the devastating February 6 earthquake, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced on Wednesday. Erdogan said the vote will be held on May 14.&nbsp;

"(Turkish) people will do what is necessary on May 14," he told his ruling party lawmakers in the parliament in Ankara.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-appoints-two-prominent-indian-american-corporate-leaders-to-his-export-council-567225">Biden appoints two prominent Indian American corporate leaders to his Export Council</a>

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US President Joe Biden on Wednesday nominated two prominent Indian American corporate leaders Punit Renjen and Rajesh Subramaniam to his Export Council, the principal national advisory committee on international trade.&nbsp;

White House made the announcement in a statement where it listed all the individuals Biden has nominated to his Export Council. The Council serves as the principal national advisory committee on international trade.&nbsp;This comes after Biden recently nominated another Indian-American Ajay Banga&nbsp;to be the head of the World Bank.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/young-girls-poisoned-in-iran-in-a-spate-of-attacks-to-force-closure-of-schools-567266">Young girls 'poisoned' in Iran in a spate of attacks to force closure of schools</a>

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Hundreds of Iranian schoolgirls complained of respiratory distress in what has emerged as another episode of "mysterious poisoning" in Iran. The&nbsp;mysterious poisoning, suspected to be a case of a pre-mediated poisoning, has been reported in the holy city of Qom, south of Tehran. Many schoolgirls needed hospitalisation, local media reported.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-aus-r-ashwin-overtakes-james-anderson-to-become-no-1-ranked-bowler-during-day-1-of-indore-test-567152">Ind vs Aus: R Ashwin overtakes James Anderson to become No. 1 ranked bowler during Day 1 of Indore Test</a>

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Nothing has clicked for India on Day 1 of the third and penultimate Test versus Australia, in Indore, on Wednesday (March 01). After opting to bat first, Rohit Sharma-led hosts only managed a paltry 109 in 33.2 overs and have failed to run through the Australian top-order. However, there is something to cheer for India's spin duo Ravindra Jadeja and R Ashwin. While Jadeja became only the second Indian to complete a double of 500 wickets and 5000 international runs, Ashwin became the No. 1 ranked bowler in the purest format after replacing James Anderson.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/naatu-naatu-will-be-performed-live-at-oscar-awards-2023-confirms-the-academy-566989">Naatu Naatu from RRR will be performed live at Oscar Awards 2023, confirms the Academy&nbsp;</a>

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The 'Naatu Naatu'&nbsp;madness will take over the Oscar stage on March 12. Nominated in the Best Original Song category at the 95th Oscar Awards,&nbsp;RRR's smash hit song&nbsp;Naatu Naatu&nbsp;will be performed live on stage by Indian singers Rahul Sipligunj and Kaala Bhairava. The two singers will be making their international stage debut at the Oscars. The song's composer MM Keeravaani and lyricist Chandrabose will also be present at the ceremony which will take place on March 12 in Hollywood. The Academy's Twitter handle made the announcement about the performance on Tuesday.&nbsp;

A head-on train collision in Greece killed 36 people and injured around 85, the officials in Athens said on Wednesday. Meanwhile, the Finland parliament on Wednesday (March 1) overwhelmingly approved country's bid to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).

A head-on train collision in Greece killed 36 people and injured around 85, the officials in Athens said on Wednesday. Meanwhile, the Finland parliament on Wednesday (March 1) overwhelmingly approved country's bid to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko met Chinese President Xi Jinping and lent support to Beijing's 12-point peace plan to end the war in Ukraine. Click on the headlines to read more: In meet with Xi, Putin's close ally Lukashenko 'fully' backs China's 'peace' plan Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko and a close ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin met Chinese President Xi Jinping, who is on a visit to the European country, and lent his full support to Beijing’s recently proposed "peace" initiative amid the Ukraine war. Greece train crash: Thirty-six killed in head-on train collision, at least 85 injured A head-on train collision in Greece has killed 36 people and injured around 85, officials said on Wednesday. The passenger train, that was reportedly carrying 350 people from Athens to the northern city of Thessaloniki, collided with a freight train just before midnight near the town of Tempe as it was emerging from a highway underpass. Multiple cars of the train derailed, with at least three bursting into flames. Finnish parliament overwhelmingly gives early greenlight to NATO entry The Finland parliament on Wednesday (March 1) overwhelmingly gave a green light and acceleration to the bid of joining the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). The move by parliament has increased the prospects that Finland will leave its neighbour Sweden behind and become a member of the pact earlier. BBC must follow law, India’s foreign minister Jaishankar tells UK foreign secretary India has made it clear to the United Kingdom that compliance with Indian laws and regulations is mandatory for all entities operating in the country, including the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). EXPLAINED | Everything about Bola Tinubu, Nigeria's president-elect Bola Tinubu, the incoming president of Nigeria, has largely operated from behind the scenes during his political career. He is considered a "godfather" who supports political candidates via his extensive network of patrons. With Tinubu's assistance, former president Muhammadu Buhari was successful in obtaining two terms in office, in 2015 and 2019. And Tinubu has chosen each succeeding victor to lead the greatest city in Africa since he stepped down as governor of Lagos in 2007. Turkey elections to be held on May 14 as Erdogan rules out any delay following devastating earthquake Turkey will be holding its elections as per schedule despite the devastating February 6 earthquake, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced on Wednesday. Erdogan said the vote will be held on May 14. "(Turkish) people will do what is necessary on May 14," he told his ruling party lawmakers in the parliament in Ankara. Biden appoints two prominent Indian American corporate leaders to his Export Council US President Joe Biden on Wednesday nominated two prominent Indian American corporate leaders Punit Renjen and Rajesh Subramaniam to his Export Council, the principal national advisory committee on international trade. White House made the announcement in a statement where it listed all the individuals Biden has nominated to his Export Council. The Council serves as the principal national advisory committee on international trade. This comes after Biden recently nominated another Indian-American Ajay Banga to be the head of the World Bank. Young girls 'poisoned' in Iran in a spate of attacks to force closure of schools Hundreds of Iranian schoolgirls complained of respiratory distress in what has emerged as another episode of "mysterious poisoning" in Iran. The mysterious poisoning, suspected to be a case of a pre-mediated poisoning, has been reported in the holy city of Qom, south of Tehran. Many schoolgirls needed hospitalisation, local media reported. Ind vs Aus: R Ashwin overtakes James Anderson to become No. 1 ranked bowler during Day 1 of Indore Test Nothing has clicked for India on Day 1 of the third and penultimate Test versus Australia, in Indore, on Wednesday (March 01). After opting to bat first, Rohit Sharma-led hosts only managed a paltry 109 in 33.2 overs and have failed to run through the Australian top-order. However, there is something to cheer for India's spin duo Ravindra Jadeja and R Ashwin. While Jadeja became only the second Indian to complete a double of 500 wickets and 5000 international runs, Ashwin became the No. 1 ranked bowler in the purest format after replacing James Anderson. Naatu Naatu from RRR will be performed live at Oscar Awards 2023, confirms the Academy The 'Naatu Naatu' madness will take over the Oscar stage on March 12. Nominated in the Best Original Song category at the 95th Oscar Awards, RRR's smash hit song Naatu Naatu will be performed live on stage by Indian singers Rahul Sipligunj and Kaala Bhairava. The two singers will be making their international stage debut at the Oscars. The song's composer MM Keeravaani and lyricist Chandrabose will also be present at the ceremony which will take place on March 12 in Hollywood. The Academy's Twitter handle made the announcement about the performance on Tuesday.

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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;

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<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

The United Kingdom Prime Minister&nbsp;Rishi Sunak and the president of the European Commission&nbsp;Ursula von der Leyen, on Monday, agreed to the crucial deal to overhaul trade rules in Northern Ireland at talks in Windsor.&nbsp;Their meeting followed more than a year of tense negotiations over the "Northern Ireland Protocol", which has unsettled the province 25 years on from a historic peace deal that ended three decades of armed conflict. In other news,&nbsp;Russia weighed in on the 12-point peace plan presented by China, terming it a political solution in Ukraine but also mentioned that the given conditions for a peaceful resolution of the war were not in place "at the moment".&nbsp; 
 
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The United Kingdom Prime Minister&nbsp;Rishi Sunak and the president of the European Commission&nbsp;Ursula von der Leyen, on Monday, agreed to the crucial deal to overhaul trade rules in Northern Ireland at talks in Windsor.&nbsp;Their meeting followed more than a year of tense negotiations over the "Northern Ireland Protocol", which has unsettled the province 25 years on from a historic peace deal that ended three decades of armed conflict. 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-weighs-in-on-chinas-peace-plan-says-no-conditions-for-peace-at-the-moment-in-ukraine-566438">Russia weighs in on China's peace plan, says no conditions for peace 'at the moment' in Ukraine 
 
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Russia weighed in on the 12-point peace plan presented by China, terming it a political solution in Ukraine but also mentioned that the given conditions for a peaceful resolution of the war were not in place "at the moment".&nbsp; 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nigeria-presidential-elections-peter-obi-wins-key-lagos-state-as-vote-counting-continues-566521">Nigeria presidential elections: Peter Obi wins key Lagos state as vote-counting continues 
 
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The vote counting in Nigeria's presidential polls is underway after people cast their votes in huge numbers. However, provisional results have started to trickle in. As per reports, Nigerian presidential candidate Peter Obi received the maximum number of votes in the key state of Lagos, Africa’s biggest city.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/one-killed-69-injured-after-fresh-56-earthquake-hit-turkey-afad-566408">At least one killed, over 100 injured after new earthquake of magnitude 5.6 hits Turkey, says disaster agency 
 
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A 5.6 magnitude earthquake hit southeastern Turkey on Monday (February 27) which led to some of the buildings already damaged due to the powerful tremor witnessed earlier this month to collapse, said the Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD). The head of AFAD, Yunus Sezer,&nbsp;in an update&nbsp;took to Twitter and said that 110 people had been injured and&nbsp;one person has been killed.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-will-be-killed-by-his-aides-zelensky-claims-in-ukraine-war-anniversary-documentary-566416">Putin will be killed by his aides, Zelensky claims in Ukraine war anniversary documentary</a>

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Ukraininan President Volodymyr Zelensky has claimed that Russian President Vladimir Putin will one day be killed by his inner circle. According to Newsweek, the comments were made by Zelensky in a Ukrainian documentary titled "Year". 
 
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Israel deployed hundreds of troops to the West Bank, on Monday (February 27) after a deadly and unprecedented rampage by settlers. This comes a day after two Israeli civilians were killed in a suspected terror attack in the northern West Bank town of Huwara, near Nablus. 
 
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Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, on Monday (February 27), in a statement said that more than two dozen of the country’s citizens were believed to be on board the migrant ship which crashed off the coast of southern Italy after it hit some rocks. 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thai-drug-lord-gets-plastic-surgery-to-look-like-handsome-korean-man-police-bust-narcotics-racket-566466">Thai drug lord gets plastic surgery to look like 'handsome' Korean man, police bust narcotics racket</a>

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A conman trying to outsmart authorities with the help of cosmetic surgery is an age-old thing. A similar kind of incident occurred when a Thai drug dealer underwent several facial plastic surgeries to look like a handsome Korean man.&nbsp; 
 
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A classified and updated document presented to the US lawmakers and White House has claimed that the COVID-19 virus emerged from a lab leak, reports Wall Street Journal newspaper.&nbsp;The report, which was prepared by the US energy department in 2021, was recently updated following inputs received from the office of National Intelligence director Avril Haines. 
 
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The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), which is led by Delhi's chief minister Arvind Kejriwal, is preparing to stage a national protest in opposition to Manish Sisodia's (Deputy Chief Minister of Delhi) arrest in connection with an alleged liquor excise policy violation. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrested Sisodia on Sunday (February 26) following eight hours of interrogation on the same day.&nbsp;

The United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and the president of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen, on Monday, agreed to the crucial deal to overhaul trade rules in Northern Ireland at talks in Windsor.

The United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and the president of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen, on Monday, agreed to the crucial deal to overhaul trade rules in Northern Ireland at talks in Windsor. Their meeting followed more than a year of tense negotiations over the "Northern Ireland Protocol", which has unsettled the province 25 years on from a historic peace deal that ended three decades of armed conflict. In other news, Russia weighed in on the 12-point peace plan presented by China, terming it a political solution in Ukraine but also mentioned that the given conditions for a peaceful resolution of the war were not in place "at the moment". Click on the headlines to read more: LIVE | Rishi Sunak and EU chief finalise Brexit deal over Northern Ireland trade The United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and the president of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen, on Monday, agreed to the crucial deal to overhaul trade rules in Northern Ireland at talks in Windsor. Their meeting followed more than a year of tense negotiations over the "Northern Ireland Protocol", which has unsettled the province 25 years on from a historic peace deal that ended three decades of armed conflict. Russia weighs in on China's peace plan, says no conditions for peace 'at the moment' in Ukraine Russia weighed in on the 12-point peace plan presented by China, terming it a political solution in Ukraine but also mentioned that the given conditions for a peaceful resolution of the war were not in place "at the moment". Nigeria presidential elections: Peter Obi wins key Lagos state as vote-counting continues The vote counting in Nigeria's presidential polls is underway after people cast their votes in huge numbers. However, provisional results have started to trickle in. As per reports, Nigerian presidential candidate Peter Obi received the maximum number of votes in the key state of Lagos, Africa’s biggest city. At least one killed, over 100 injured after new earthquake of magnitude 5.6 hits Turkey, says disaster agency A 5.6 magnitude earthquake hit southeastern Turkey on Monday (February 27) which led to some of the buildings already damaged due to the powerful tremor witnessed earlier this month to collapse, said the Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD). The head of AFAD, Yunus Sezer, in an update took to Twitter and said that 110 people had been injured and one person has been killed. Putin will be killed by his aides, Zelensky claims in Ukraine war anniversary documentary Ukraininan President Volodymyr Zelensky has claimed that Russian President Vladimir Putin will one day be killed by his inner circle. According to Newsweek, the comments were made by Zelensky in a Ukrainian documentary titled "Year". Hundreds of Israeli troops sent to West Bank after settler riots; Palestinians claim one killed amid violence Israel deployed hundreds of troops to the West Bank, on Monday (February 27) after a deadly and unprecedented rampage by settlers. This comes a day after two Israeli civilians were killed in a suspected terror attack in the northern West Bank town of Huwara, near Nablus. Over two dozen Pakistanis drowned in Italy migrant boat accident, says PM; shipwreck death toll crosses 60 Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, on Monday (February 27), in a statement said that more than two dozen of the country’s citizens were believed to be on board the migrant ship which crashed off the coast of southern Italy after it hit some rocks. Thai drug lord gets plastic surgery to look like 'handsome' Korean man, police bust narcotics racket A conman trying to outsmart authorities with the help of cosmetic surgery is an age-old thing. A similar kind of incident occurred when a Thai drug dealer underwent several facial plastic surgeries to look like a handsome Korean man. COVID-19 virus likely was a result of lab leak, US energy department’s report says A classified and updated document presented to the US lawmakers and White House has claimed that the COVID-19 virus emerged from a lab leak, reports Wall Street Journal newspaper. The report, which was prepared by the US energy department in 2021, was recently updated following inputs received from the office of National Intelligence director Avril Haines. EXPLAINED | Why was Manish Sisodia arrested by the CBI? Everything about the Delhi liquor scam The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), which is led by Delhi's chief minister Arvind Kejriwal, is preparing to stage a national protest in opposition to Manish Sisodia's (Deputy Chief Minister of Delhi) arrest in connection with an alleged liquor excise policy violation. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrested Sisodia on Sunday (February 26) following eight hours of interrogation on the same day.

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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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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;

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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.

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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;

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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;

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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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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;

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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;

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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;

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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;

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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.

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As Russia's offensive in Ukraine marks one year, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Friday (February 24) that his country would win the conflict. Zelensky's comment comes as the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) suspended Russia's membership. The United States has announced new sanctions on Russia's key-revenue generating sectors such as defence and banking.&nbsp;

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In a statement, FATF said that Russian Federation’s actions unacceptably run counter to FATF core principles aiming to promote security, safety and&nbsp;integrity of global financial system. FATF has decided to suspend their membership.&nbsp;

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US and allies to impose sanctions against Russia's key revenue-generating sectors like defence, banking&nbsp;and blocks access to semiconductors.&nbsp;The White House said in a statement that it was also joining with partners in the Group of Seven countries to impose new financial penalties designed to stop the funding of Moscow's war machine.&nbsp;

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Many long to enjoy campus life, but in Ukraine it has a whole new meaning; it’s about constant power cuts and the lingering fear that refuses to leave the air.&nbsp;

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India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (February 24) called for the Group of 20 (G20) to focus on the world's most vulnerable citizens as he said that the financial viability of many nations is being threatened by unsustainable debt.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-cryptocurrency-firm-seems-to-have-disappeared-it-was-linked-to-parliamentarians-565607">UK cryptocurrency firm seems to have disappeared. It was linked to parliamentarians</a>

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Phoenix Community Capital, a cryptocurrency investment firm in the United Kingdom that had links to two all-party parliamentary groups (APPGs), seems to have disappeared. The development has left several investors worried about losing tens of thousands of pounds in investment.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/telecom-giant-ericsson-to-go-on-cost-cutting-mode-with-layoffs-of-8500-employees-565603">Swedish telecom giant Ericsson to go on cost-cutting with layoff of 8,500 employees</a>

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As demand weakens in several countries, particularly in North America, the corporation declared in December that it will slash expenses by 9 billion crowns ($880 million) by the end of 2023. Now, the firm plans to layoff&nbsp;8,500 employees.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Continuing their&nbsp;demand for pay raise, Junior doctors in England will go on strike for three days, 13, 14 and 15 March, the British Medical Association (BMA) has said. According to the BMA, young doctors are at a loss for options after Health Secretary Steve Barclay "refused to attend" a meeting to discuss their wages.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nigeria-opposition-senatorial-candidate-killed-days-before-election-565552">Nigeria: Opposition senatorial candidate killed days before election</a>

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An opposition senatorial candidate in Nigeria was killed in the southeastern Enugu State late Wednesday, ahead of the crucial general election on Saturday.

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James Bond&nbsp;star Daniel Craig will be lending his voice for a noble cause. He will seek donations on UK TV for Turkey-Syria as the two nations were rocked by a devastating earthquake recently. The aid appeal will air across 29 channels.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-anjum-chopra-consoles-an-emotional-harmanpreet-kaur-after-indias-t20-world-cup-exit-565493">WATCH: Anjum Chopra consoles an emotional Harmanpreet Kaur after India's T20 World Cup exit</a>

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India gave a tough fight to defending champions Australia but bowed out of the Women's T20 World Cup 2023, in South Africa, with a five-run loss in the first semi-final on Thursday (February 23). Being asked to bowl first, India were rusty as Australia rode on Beth Mooney's 54, captain Mag Lanning's 49* and Ashleigh Gardener's 31 to post 172-4.&nbsp;

As Russia's offensive in Ukraine marks one year, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Friday (February 24) that his country would win the conflict. Zelensky's comment comes as the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) suspended Russia's membership.

As Russia's offensive in Ukraine marks one year, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Friday (February 24) that his country would win the conflict. Zelensky's comment comes as the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) suspended Russia's membership. The United States has announced new sanctions on Russia's key-revenue generating sectors such as defence and banking. Click on the headlines to read more Russia-Ukraine war LIVE | Zelensky confident of victory; FATF suspends membership of Russia In a statement, FATF said that Russian Federation’s actions unacceptably run counter to FATF core principles aiming to promote security, safety and integrity of global financial system. FATF has decided to suspend their membership. US announces new sanctions on Russian banks, defence sector, blocks semiconductor access US and allies to impose sanctions against Russia's key revenue-generating sectors like defence, banking and blocks access to semiconductors. The White House said in a statement that it was also joining with partners in the Group of Seven countries to impose new financial penalties designed to stop the funding of Moscow's war machine. Russia-Ukraine war: A turning point, not a roadblock for Indian medical students Many long to enjoy campus life, but in Ukraine it has a whole new meaning; it’s about constant power cuts and the lingering fear that refuses to leave the air. Indian PM Modi calls for G20 to focus on world's 'most vulnerable citizens' India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (February 24) called for the Group of 20 (G20) to focus on the world's most vulnerable citizens as he said that the financial viability of many nations is being threatened by unsustainable debt. UK cryptocurrency firm seems to have disappeared. It was linked to parliamentarians Phoenix Community Capital, a cryptocurrency investment firm in the United Kingdom that had links to two all-party parliamentary groups (APPGs), seems to have disappeared. The development has left several investors worried about losing tens of thousands of pounds in investment. Swedish telecom giant Ericsson to go on cost-cutting with layoff of 8,500 employees As demand weakens in several countries, particularly in North America, the corporation declared in December that it will slash expenses by 9 billion crowns ($880 million) by the end of 2023. Now, the firm plans to layoff 8,500 employees. Junior doctors to go on 72-hour strike in England Continuing their demand for pay raise, Junior doctors in England will go on strike for three days, 13, 14 and 15 March, the British Medical Association (BMA) has said. According to the BMA, young doctors are at a loss for options after Health Secretary Steve Barclay "refused to attend" a meeting to discuss their wages. Nigeria: Opposition senatorial candidate killed days before election An opposition senatorial candidate in Nigeria was killed in the southeastern Enugu State late Wednesday, ahead of the crucial general election on Saturday. James Bond star Daniel Craig to voice Turkey-Syria earthquake aid appeal James Bond star Daniel Craig will be lending his voice for a noble cause. He will seek donations on UK TV for Turkey-Syria as the two nations were rocked by a devastating earthquake recently. The aid appeal will air across 29 channels. WATCH: Anjum Chopra consoles an emotional Harmanpreet Kaur after India's T20 World Cup exit India gave a tough fight to defending champions Australia but bowed out of the Women's T20 World Cup 2023, in South Africa, with a five-run loss in the first semi-final on Thursday (February 23). Being asked to bowl first, India were rusty as Australia rode on Beth Mooney's 54, captain Mag Lanning's 49* and Ashleigh Gardener's 31 to post 172-4.

Top 10 world news: Ukraine's Zelensky confident of winning war; FATF suspends Russia's membership, & more

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

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

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

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

On the second day of the ongoing Munich Security Conference, United States&nbsp;Vice President Kamala Harris claimed that Russia committed "crimes against humanity" in Ukraine with its forces having conducted "widespread and systemic" attacks on the country's civilian population.&nbsp;In other news, days before Seoul and Washington are scheduled to start tabletop exercise, North Korea on Saturday fired at least one unspecified ballistic missile, South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff said. This is said to be Pyongyang's first missile launch since the start of the year.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/live-munich-security-conference-china-blasts-us-over-spy-balloon-saga-563413">LIVE Munich Security Conference: Harris says Russia committed 'crimes against humanity' in Ukraine</a>

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On the second day of the ongoing Munich Security Conference, United States&nbsp;Vice President Kamala Harris claimed that Russia committed "crimes against humanity" in Ukraine with its forces having conducted "widespread and systemic" attacks on the country's civilian population.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ballistic-missile-fired-by-north-korea-says-south-korea-563367">Ahead of Seoul-Washington joint tabletop exercise, North Korea missile lands in Japan exclusive economic zone</a>

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Days before Seoul and Washington are scheduled to start tabletop exercise, North Korea on Saturday fired at least one unspecified ballistic missile, South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff said. This is said to be Pyongyang's first missile launch since the start of the year.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-claims-capture-of-village-near-eastern-ukrainian-region-kharkiv-563430">Russia claims capture of village in eastern Ukrainian region Kharkiv; 2 civilians injured in city near Kyiv</a>

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The Russian military, in a statement on Saturday (February 18) claimed to have taken control of a village in the eastern Ukrainian region of Kharkiv and said that it has been "completely liberated".&nbsp;The small village in question is Hrianykivka near the key city of Kupiansk in eastern Ukraine. &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/12-cheetahs-from-south-africa-welcomed-in-india-a-10-point-wrap-563333">12 cheetahs from South Africa welcomed in India, released in Kuno National Park: A 10-point wrap</a>

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In another significant step towards the reintroduction of big cats in India, 12 cheetahs were welcomed from South Africa on Saturday (December 18) and were released in the Kuno national park in the state of Madhya Pradesh. The cheetahs arrived on a C-17 Globe Master Cargo Plane of the Indian Air Force (IAF). 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/update-on-security-feature-exception-for-twitter-blue-users-sparks-criticism-563396">Update on security feature exception for Twitter Blue users sparks criticism</a>

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Only Twitter Blue subscribers will be allowed to use text messages as their two-factor authentication (2FA) method from March 20, the social media giant said on Saturday (February 18) in a blog. The announcement by the social network, however, has not been received well by many users.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/munich-conference-rishi-sunak-says-uk-to-provide-ukraine-with-long-range-weapons-calls-for-new-nato-charter-563450">Munich Conference: Rishi Sunak says UK to provide Ukraine with long-range weapons, calls for new NATO charter</a>

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British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said at the Munich Security Conference that the United Kingdom is training Ukrainian soldiers to defend their country and will also help any nation to provide planes to Ukraine. However, he did not make any commitment to send fighter jets to Ukraine any time soon. 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bulgarian-police-arrest-seven-people-over-deaths-of-18-afghan-migrants-563443">Bulgarian police arrest seven people over deaths of 18 Afghan migrants found in an abandoned truck</a>

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Bulgarian police have arrested seven people in connection with the deaths of 18 migrants, including a child, from Afghanistan, said officials on Saturday (February 18) a day they were found in an abandoned truck outside the capital city of Sofia. According to the initial investigations, the truck was transporting some 52 people who were hiding under wooden planks out of which 18 died due to suffocation.&nbsp; 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-officials-visit-taiwan-for-the-first-time-since-covid-19-pandemic-face-protests-563415">Chinese officials visit Taiwan for the first time since COVID-19 pandemic, face protests</a>

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A group of six Chinese officials arrived in Taiwan, on Saturday (February 18) for the first time since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic three years ago at the invitation of Taipei’s city government for a cultural festival. However, at least a dozen pro-Independence supporters raised slogans outside the airport in protest of their arrival while a small group of pro-China supporters shouted in their welcome, reported Reuters.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/chinas-share-in-global-influence-undeniable-s-jaishankar-563423">China’s share in global economy, technology and influence undeniable: S Jaishankar</a>

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India's Foreign Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday (February 18) spoke about multiple issues —&nbsp;including global economy, and challenges facing the nations in the current times — as he referred to India's G20 presidency at the Raisina Dialogue 2023.&nbsp; 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/australian-pm-albanese-to-visit-india-next-month-will-travel-to-ahmedabad-563383">Australian PM Albanese to visit India next month, will travel to Ahmedabad</a>

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Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will embark on an India visit&nbsp;next month (March 8). He will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the capital city of New Delhi and hold important bilateral talks. During the visit, he will also travel to Ahmedabad and witness India vs Australia Test match at the Narendra Modi Stadium.

On the second day of the ongoing Munich Security Conference, United States Vice President Kamala Harris claimed that Russia committed "crimes against humanity" in Ukraine with its forces having conducted "widespread and systemic" attacks on the country's civilian population.

On the second day of the ongoing Munich Security Conference, United States Vice President Kamala Harris claimed that Russia committed "crimes against humanity" in Ukraine with its forces having conducted "widespread and systemic" attacks on the country's civilian population. In other news, days before Seoul and Washington are scheduled to start tabletop exercise, North Korea on Saturday fired at least one unspecified ballistic missile, South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff said. This is said to be Pyongyang's first missile launch since the start of the year. Click on the headlines to read more: LIVE Munich Security Conference: Harris says Russia committed 'crimes against humanity' in Ukraine On the second day of the ongoing Munich Security Conference, United States Vice President Kamala Harris claimed that Russia committed "crimes against humanity" in Ukraine with its forces having conducted "widespread and systemic" attacks on the country's civilian population. Ahead of Seoul-Washington joint tabletop exercise, North Korea missile lands in Japan exclusive economic zone Days before Seoul and Washington are scheduled to start tabletop exercise, North Korea on Saturday fired at least one unspecified ballistic missile, South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff said. This is said to be Pyongyang's first missile launch since the start of the year. Russia claims capture of village in eastern Ukrainian region Kharkiv; 2 civilians injured in city near Kyiv The Russian military, in a statement on Saturday (February 18) claimed to have taken control of a village in the eastern Ukrainian region of Kharkiv and said that it has been "completely liberated". The small village in question is Hrianykivka near the key city of Kupiansk in eastern Ukraine. 12 cheetahs from South Africa welcomed in India, released in Kuno National Park: A 10-point wrap In another significant step towards the reintroduction of big cats in India, 12 cheetahs were welcomed from South Africa on Saturday (December 18) and were released in the Kuno national park in the state of Madhya Pradesh. The cheetahs arrived on a C-17 Globe Master Cargo Plane of the Indian Air Force (IAF). Update on security feature exception for Twitter Blue users sparks criticism Only Twitter Blue subscribers will be allowed to use text messages as their two-factor authentication (2FA) method from March 20, the social media giant said on Saturday (February 18) in a blog. The announcement by the social network, however, has not been received well by many users. Munich Conference: Rishi Sunak says UK to provide Ukraine with long-range weapons, calls for new NATO charter British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said at the Munich Security Conference that the United Kingdom is training Ukrainian soldiers to defend their country and will also help any nation to provide planes to Ukraine. However, he did not make any commitment to send fighter jets to Ukraine any time soon. Bulgarian police arrest seven people over deaths of 18 Afghan migrants found in an abandoned truck Bulgarian police have arrested seven people in connection with the deaths of 18 migrants, including a child, from Afghanistan, said officials on Saturday (February 18) a day they were found in an abandoned truck outside the capital city of Sofia. According to the initial investigations, the truck was transporting some 52 people who were hiding under wooden planks out of which 18 died due to suffocation. Chinese officials visit Taiwan for the first time since COVID-19 pandemic, face protests A group of six Chinese officials arrived in Taiwan, on Saturday (February 18) for the first time since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic three years ago at the invitation of Taipei’s city government for a cultural festival. However, at least a dozen pro-Independence supporters raised slogans outside the airport in protest of their arrival while a small group of pro-China supporters shouted in their welcome, reported Reuters. China’s share in global economy, technology and influence undeniable: S Jaishankar India's Foreign Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday (February 18) spoke about multiple issues — including global economy, and challenges facing the nations in the current times — as he referred to India's G20 presidency at the Raisina Dialogue 2023. Australian PM Albanese to visit India next month, will travel to Ahmedabad Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will embark on an India visit next month (March 8). He will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the capital city of New Delhi and hold important bilateral talks. During the visit, he will also travel to Ahmedabad and witness India vs Australia Test match at the Narendra Modi Stadium.

Top 10 world news: Munich Security Conference updates, North Korea fired missile lands in Japanese EEZ & 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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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-multiple-explosions-heard-as-armed-men-attack-karachi-police-station-563207">Pakistan: Multiple explosions heard as armed men attack Karachi police station</a>

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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;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/british-guard-turns-russian-spy-david-smith-sentenced-to-13-years-in-prison-for-leaking-data-to-russia-563101">British guard turns Russian spy: David Smith sentenced to 13 years in prison for leaking data to Russia</a>

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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.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-japan-aborts-launch-of-flagship-h3-rocket-moments-before-lift-off-563173">Watch | Japan aborts launch of flagship H3 rocket moments before lift off</a>

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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).

Watch |&nbsp;US to consider Indo-Pacific anti-ship drone, with eye on China

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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/russia-ukraine-war-live-russia-fires-dozens-of-missiles-says-kyiv-norway-approves-aid-worth-74-billion-562686">Russia-Ukraine war LIVE: Stoltenberg says NATO must be ready for long standoff with Russia</a>

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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

Top 10 world news: Russia-Ukraine war updates, Mike Pompeo calls Palestinian president ‘terrorist’, and more

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.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/after-shraddha-walker-murder-case-another-brutal-killing-shocks-the-indian-capital-delhi-562329">After Shraddha Walker murder case, another brutal killing shocks the Indian capital Delhi</a>

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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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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/italys-ex-pm-silvio-berlusconi-acquitted-in-banga-banga-sex-parties-case-562385">Italy’s ex-PM Silvio Berlusconi acquitted in ‘Banga Banga’ sex parties case</a>

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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

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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.&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.

Click on the headlines to read more:

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nikki-haley-says-running-for-president-in-2024-becomes-trumps-first-challenger-561911">Nikki Haley says will run for president in 2024, becomes Trump’s first challenger&nbsp;</a>

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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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Watch |&nbsp;Sri Lankan government does not have enough funds for elections?

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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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