As the talks to salvage 2015 nuclear deal with Iran went on, US Secretary of State Lloyd Austin visited Israel on Sunday. Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu had welcomes former US President Donald Trump's move to exit nuclear deal in 2018. Meanwhile, EU's top diplomat has criticised China and Russia over their response on situation in Myanmar.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-defence-secretary-austin-in-israel-amid-iran-nuclear-talks-376830">US Defence Secretary Austin in Israel amid Iran nuclear talks</a>

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Austin's visit comes just days after Washington said it had offered "very serious" ideas on reviving the hobbled agreement that is staunchly opposed by Israel

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/prince-philips-death-a-huge-void-for-queen-prince-andrew-376863">Prince Philip's death a 'huge void' for Queen: Prince Andrew</a>

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As he left a memorial service for his late father, the Duke of Edinburgh, who passed away aged 99 on Friday, Prince Andrew said his passing was a 'terrible loss' and the family was grateful for all the messages of support and condolence

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-russia-undermine-international-myanmar-response-eus-top-diplomat-376842">China, Russia undermine international Myanmar response: EU's top diplomat &nbsp;</a>

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"It comes as no surprise that Russia and China are blocking the attempts of the UN Security Council, for example to impose an arms embargo," EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell said in a blog post

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/philippines-us-to-begin-two-week-joint-military-drill-from-monday-376831">Philippines, US to begin two-week joint military drill from Monday&nbsp;</a>

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The announcement came after the two countries' defence secretaries held a phone call to discuss the drills, the situation in the South China Sea, and recent regional security developments

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-launches-hotline-for-netizens-to-report-illegal-comments-defaming-communist-party-376838">China launches hotline for netizens to report 'illegal' comments defaming Communist Party&nbsp;</a>

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The tip line allows people to report fellow netizens who 'distort' the party's history, attack its leadership and policies, defame national heroes and "deny the excellence of advanced socialist culture" online, said a notice posted by an arm of the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) on Friday

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cambodia-condemns-vice-for-altered-images-of-khmer-rouge-victims-376854">Cambodia condemns VICE for altered images of Khmer Rouge victims</a>

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In the article published on Friday, artist Matt Loughrey said his project to colourise images from the notorious Tuol Sleng prison, or S-21, aimed to humanise the 14,000 Cambodians executed and tortured there

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jordans-king-abdullah-prince-hamza-make-first-joint-appearance-since-rift-376860">Jordan's King Abdullah, Prince Hamza make first joint appearance since rift</a>

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State media showed the monarch and other members of the royal family laying wreaths at the memorial to the unknown soldier and tombs of royalty in the Raghdan palace in Amman

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/yemen-70-dead-in-fighting-over-marib-region-say-loyalist-officials-376844">Yemen: 70 dead in fighting over Marib region, say loyalist officials</a>

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Marib is government's last significant pocket of territory. The Houthi rebels have been trying to seize Marib since February

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-sudans-president-appoints-new-army-chief-376833">South Sudan’s president appoints new army chief&nbsp;</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/scary-doomsday-glacier-may-be-melting-faster-than-expected-376862">Scary: Doomsday glacier may be melting faster than expected</a>

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The Thwaites Glacier has been given this scary nickname. Doomsday glacier currently accounts for 10 per cent of global sea-level rise

 
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As the talks to salvage 2015 nuclear deal with Iran went on, US Secretary of State Lloyd Austin visited Israel on Sunday. Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu had welcomes former US President Donald Trump's move to exit nuclear deal in 2018.

As the talks to salvage 2015 nuclear deal with Iran went on, US Secretary of State Lloyd Austin visited Israel on Sunday. Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu had welcomes former US President Donald Trump's move to exit nuclear deal in 2018. Meanwhile, EU's top diplomat has criticised China and Russia over their response on situation in Myanmar. US Defence Secretary Austin in Israel amid Iran nuclear talks Austin's visit comes just days after Washington said it had offered "very serious" ideas on reviving the hobbled agreement that is staunchly opposed by Israel Prince Philip's death a 'huge void' for Queen: Prince Andrew As he left a memorial service for his late father, the Duke of Edinburgh, who passed away aged 99 on Friday, Prince Andrew said his passing was a 'terrible loss' and the family was grateful for all the messages of support and condolence China, Russia undermine international Myanmar response: EU's top diplomat "It comes as no surprise that Russia and China are blocking the attempts of the UN Security Council, for example to impose an arms embargo," EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell said in a blog post Philippines, US to begin two-week joint military drill from Monday The announcement came after the two countries' defence secretaries held a phone call to discuss the drills, the situation in the South China Sea, and recent regional security developments China launches hotline for netizens to report 'illegal' comments defaming Communist Party The tip line allows people to report fellow netizens who 'distort' the party's history, attack its leadership and policies, defame national heroes and "deny the excellence of advanced socialist culture" online, said a notice posted by an arm of the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) on Friday Cambodia condemns VICE for altered images of Khmer Rouge victims In the article published on Friday, artist Matt Loughrey said his project to colourise images from the notorious Tuol Sleng prison, or S-21, aimed to humanise the 14,000 Cambodians executed and tortured there Jordan's King Abdullah, Prince Hamza make first joint appearance since rift State media showed the monarch and other members of the royal family laying wreaths at the memorial to the unknown soldier and tombs of royalty in the Raghdan palace in Amman Yemen: 70 dead in fighting over Marib region, say loyalist officials Marib is government's last significant pocket of territory. The Houthi rebels have been trying to seize Marib since February South Sudan’s president appoints new army chief Scary: Doomsday glacier may be melting faster than expected The Thwaites Glacier has been given this scary nickname. Doomsday glacier currently accounts for 10 per cent of global sea-level rise

Top 10 World News: Austin in Israel, EU criticises China, and more

Gun salutes were fired across the UK and at sea to pay tribute to Prince Philip, husband of Queen Elizabeth the Second. The 99-year-old Duke of Edinburgh passed away on Friday. Meanwhile, a magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck Indonesia's Java Island on Saturday. There have been reports of life loss and property damage. In other news, Ukraine has warned that it may get provoked due to Russian 'aggression' at the Ukraine-Russia border.

Read this and more in our Top 10 World News brief.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/gun-salutes-fired-across-uk-as-tribute-to-prince-philip-376651">Gun salutes fired across UK as tribute to Prince Philip</a>

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The shots were fired in London, Edinburgh, Cardiff, Belfast and also at naval bases and on ships at sea

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-can-be-provoked-due-to-russian-aggression-376675">Ukraine: Can be provoked due to Russian 'aggression'</a>

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Ukraine has been raising the issue of buildup of Russian forces near the Ukraine-Russia border

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-iran-clash-over-sanctions-us-sees-possible-impasse-376570">US, Iran clash over sanctions; US sees possible 'impasse'</a>

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The two nations laid out tough stances as indirect talks in Vienna on how to bring both back into full compliance with the agreement wound up for the week, with some delegates citing progress

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/yemen-battle-for-marib-heats-up-376658">Yemen: Battle for Marib heats up</a>

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If oil-rich Marib falls to Houthi rebels, it will be a huge blow to Yemeni government

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-java-island-jolted-by-magnitude-60-earthquake-376669">Indonesia: Java island jolted by magnitude 6.0 earthquake</a>

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The quake was felt in cities and towns across East Java, home to 40.7 million people, and nearby provinces, including the resort island of Bali, as per Indonesian media

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-starts-advanced-centrifuges-a-day-after-nuclear-deal-talks-376645">Iran starts advanced centrifuges a day after nuclear deal talks</a>

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Iran nuclear deal was struck by US and other world powers with Iran in 2015. Former US President Donald Trump unilaterally took US out of the accord in 2018

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-fastest-to-administer-100-million-covid-vaccine-doses-376682">India fastest to administer 100 million COVID vaccine doses</a>

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The development is sure to give a further boost to India's fight against the coronavirus pandemic

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/protest-erupts-in-pak-demanding-imran-khan-to-apologise-over-rape-statement-376617">Protest erupts in Pak demanding Imran Khan to apologise over rape statement&nbsp;</a> 
The demonstration was organised on Thursday by rights activist and civil society representatives outside the National Press Club here, Pakistan's News International reported

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/western-australia-braces-for-worst-case-scenario-as-cyclone-seroja-nears-376638">Western Australia braces for 'worst case scenario' as cyclone Seroja nears&nbsp;</a>

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Residents in Western Australia's Mid West and Gascoyne regions are being urged to finalise their emergency plans, as the cyclone is expected to intensify to a category three overnight, battering a region where buildings are not made to withstand cyclonic winds

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/world-bank-says-to-commit-2-billion-to-vaccines-in-developing-countries-by-end-april-376641">World Bank says to commit $2 billion to vaccines in developing countries by end-April&nbsp;</a>

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The $2 billion is part of a pool of some $12 billion that the World Bank has made available overall for vaccine development, distribution and production in low-and middle-income countries, van Trotsenburg told a World Bank forum

Gun salutes were fired across the UK and at sea to pay tribute to Prince Philip, husband of Queen Elizabeth the Second. The 99-year-old Duke of Edinburgh passed away on Friday.

Gun salutes were fired across the UK and at sea to pay tribute to Prince Philip, husband of Queen Elizabeth the Second. The 99-year-old Duke of Edinburgh passed away on Friday. Meanwhile, a magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck Indonesia's Java Island on Saturday. There have been reports of life loss and property damage. In other news, Ukraine has warned that it may get provoked due to Russian 'aggression' at the Ukraine-Russia border. Read this and more in our Top 10 World News brief. Gun salutes fired across UK as tribute to Prince Philip The shots were fired in London, Edinburgh, Cardiff, Belfast and also at naval bases and on ships at sea Ukraine: Can be provoked due to Russian 'aggression' Ukraine has been raising the issue of buildup of Russian forces near the Ukraine-Russia border US, Iran clash over sanctions; US sees possible 'impasse' The two nations laid out tough stances as indirect talks in Vienna on how to bring both back into full compliance with the agreement wound up for the week, with some delegates citing progress Yemen: Battle for Marib heats up If oil-rich Marib falls to Houthi rebels, it will be a huge blow to Yemeni government Indonesia: Java island jolted by magnitude 6.0 earthquake The quake was felt in cities and towns across East Java, home to 40.7 million people, and nearby provinces, including the resort island of Bali, as per Indonesian media Iran starts advanced centrifuges a day after nuclear deal talks Iran nuclear deal was struck by US and other world powers with Iran in 2015. Former US President Donald Trump unilaterally took US out of the accord in 2018 India fastest to administer 100 million COVID vaccine doses The development is sure to give a further boost to India's fight against the coronavirus pandemic Protest erupts in Pak demanding Imran Khan to apologise over rape statement The demonstration was organised on Thursday by rights activist and civil society representatives outside the National Press Club here, Pakistan's News International reported Western Australia braces for 'worst case scenario' as cyclone Seroja nears Residents in Western Australia's Mid West and Gascoyne regions are being urged to finalise their emergency plans, as the cyclone is expected to intensify to a category three overnight, battering a region where buildings are not made to withstand cyclonic winds World Bank says to commit $2 billion to vaccines in developing countries by end-April The $2 billion is part of a pool of some $12 billion that the World Bank has made available overall for vaccine development, distribution and production in low-and middle-income countries, van Trotsenburg told a World Bank forum

Top 10 World News: Gun salute for Prince Philip, Indonesia earthquake, more

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

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

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

Tension on the Russia-Ukraine border is high as Russia has sent thousands of its soldiers on the frontier. German Chancellor Angela Merkel has demanded that Russia stops the build-up of troops. Ukraine President is visiting the eastern part of the country. Meanwhile, a scientific discovery about sub-atomic particles called muons is being touted to be capable of leading to groundbreaking advances in the field of Physics. Read this and more in our top 10 news of day.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-ukraine-border-crisis-merkel-demanded-putin-reduce-russian-troops-around-ukraine-376148">Russia-Ukraine border crisis: Merkel demands Putin reduce Russian troops around Ukraine</a>

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Both Putin and Merkel voiced concern over the rising tensions in the southeast of Ukraine, the Kremlin said in a statement.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-president-to-visit-frontline-amid-tensions-with-russia-376118">Ukraine president to visit frontline amid tensions with Russia</a>

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In recent weeks, fighting between Ukrainian army and separatists has intensified. This has raised fears of a major escalation in conflict over the majority Russian-speaking Donbas region

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/military-junta-seized-london-embassy-in-coup-says-myanmar-ambassador-to-the-uk-376129">Military Junta seized London embassy in 'coup', says Myanmar ambassador to the UK</a>

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The ambassador, Kyaw Zwar Minn, said the defence attache had taken over the mission in "a kind of coup", an extraordinary diplomatic standoff that comes two months after the military seized power in Myanmar.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-says-the-uk-sheltering-wanted-criminals-after-hong-kong-asylum-ruling-376135">China says the UK sheltering 'wanted criminals' after Hong Kong asylum ruling</a>

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Law said Wednesday he had been granted asylum in Britain, after fleeing semi-autonomous Hong Kong following the introduction of sweeping new security law.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/wobbly-subatomic-particles-muons-may-drastically-change-our-understanding-of-physics-376143">Wobbly subatomic particles 'muons' may drastically change our understanding of Physics</a>

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In plain words, muons have been found defying laws of Physics. This has huge implications

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkey-denies-it-snubbed-eu-chief-during-ankara-visit-376109">Turkey denies it snubbed EU chief during Ankara visit</a>

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The unequal seating arrangements prompted social media allegations of sexism or a purposeful affront against the commission.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bidens-order-to-target-ghost-guns-in-reforms-against-increasing-gun-violence-375987">Biden's order to target 'ghost guns' in reforms against increasing gun violence</a>

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Joe Biden will be focusing more on ‘ghost guns’ which are homemade weapons as they cannot even be traced when found on crime scenes

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistani-national-charged-with-smuggling-undocumented-individuals-into-the-us-376153">Pakistani national charged with smuggling undocumented individuals into the US</a>

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Abid Ali Khan, between January 2015 and December 2020, allegedly organised, led, and worked, with others in his Pakistan-based smuggling network to facilitate the travel of undocumented individuals to the United States, federal prosecutors alleged on Wednesday. 
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/boy-crashes-bike-during-tiktok-livestream-viewer-saves-his-life-376134">Boy crashes bike during TikTok livestream, viewer saves his life</a>

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The incident has helped underline the far-reaching effect of social media that can come handy in critical situations

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/virginia-first-southern-us-state-to-legalise-marijuana-376123">Virginia first southern US state to legalise marijuana</a>

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Several other states in the US including New York and Colorado have approved measures on similar lines. However, Virginia has become first state to do so in socially and politically conservative US south.

Tension on the Russia-Ukraine border is high as Russia has sent thousands of its soldiers on the frontier. German Chancellor Angela Merkel has demanded that Russia stops the build-up of troops.

Tension on the Russia-Ukraine border is high as Russia has sent thousands of its soldiers on the frontier. German Chancellor Angela Merkel has demanded that Russia stops the build-up of troops. Ukraine President is visiting the eastern part of the country. Meanwhile, a scientific discovery about sub-atomic particles called muons is being touted to be capable of leading to groundbreaking advances in the field of Physics. Read this and more in our top 10 news of day. Russia-Ukraine border crisis: Merkel demands Putin reduce Russian troops around Ukraine Both Putin and Merkel voiced concern over the rising tensions in the southeast of Ukraine, the Kremlin said in a statement. Ukraine president to visit frontline amid tensions with Russia In recent weeks, fighting between Ukrainian army and separatists has intensified. This has raised fears of a major escalation in conflict over the majority Russian-speaking Donbas region Military Junta seized London embassy in 'coup', says Myanmar ambassador to the UK The ambassador, Kyaw Zwar Minn, said the defence attache had taken over the mission in "a kind of coup", an extraordinary diplomatic standoff that comes two months after the military seized power in Myanmar. China says the UK sheltering 'wanted criminals' after Hong Kong asylum ruling Law said Wednesday he had been granted asylum in Britain, after fleeing semi-autonomous Hong Kong following the introduction of sweeping new security law. Wobbly subatomic particles 'muons' may drastically change our understanding of Physics In plain words, muons have been found defying laws of Physics. This has huge implications Turkey denies it snubbed EU chief during Ankara visit The unequal seating arrangements prompted social media allegations of sexism or a purposeful affront against the commission. Biden's order to target 'ghost guns' in reforms against increasing gun violence Joe Biden will be focusing more on ‘ghost guns’ which are homemade weapons as they cannot even be traced when found on crime scenes Pakistani national charged with smuggling undocumented individuals into the US Abid Ali Khan, between January 2015 and December 2020, allegedly organised, led, and worked, with others in his Pakistan-based smuggling network to facilitate the travel of undocumented individuals to the United States, federal prosecutors alleged on Wednesday. Boy crashes bike during TikTok livestream, viewer saves his life The incident has helped underline the far-reaching effect of social media that can come handy in critical situations Virginia first southern US state to legalise marijuana Several other states in the US including New York and Colorado have approved measures on similar lines. However, Virginia has become first state to do so in socially and politically conservative US south.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/white-house-aiming-to-create-legal-ways-for-central-americans-to-migrate-375893">White House aiming to create legal ways for Central Americans to migrate</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-freighter-ship-damaged-by-explosion-in-red-sea-suspicion-falls-on-israel-375902">Iran freighter ship damaged in Red Sea blast, suspicion falls on Israel</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-facing-its-worst-ever-situation-admits-kim-jong-un-375885">North Korea facing its 'worst-ever situation', admits Kim Jong Un</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-snooping-row-musks-tesla-says-its-car-cameras-are-not-activated-outside-north-america-375884">Tesla tells China its car cameras are not activated outside North America</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/taiwan-praises-india-for-helping-paraguay-get-vaccines-amid-chinese-pressure-375873" hreflang="en">Taiwan praises India for helping Paraguay get vaccines amid Chinese pressure</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/backlash-after-pakistan-pm-imran-khan-links-rape-to-how-women-dress-375876" hreflang="en">Backlash after Pakistan PM Imran Khan links rape to how women dress</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/weve-asked-russia-for-an-explanation-of-provocations-on-the-ukraine-border-us-375875" hreflang="en">We've asked Russia for explanation of 'provocations' on the Ukraine border: US</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-tycoon-jimmy-lai-among-three-pleading-guilty-to-illegal-assembly-375867" hreflang="en">Hong Kong tycoon Jimmy Lai among three pleading guilty to illegal assembly</a>

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EMA says 'benefit-risk remains positive' for AstraZeneca jab White House aiming to create legal ways for Central Americans to migrate Iran freighter ship damage

EMA says 'benefit-risk remains positive' for AstraZeneca jab White House aiming to create legal ways for Central Americans to migrate Iran freighter ship damaged in Red Sea blast, suspicion falls on Israel North Korea facing its 'worst-ever situation', admits Kim Jong Un Tesla tells China its car cameras are not activated outside North America Taiwan praises India for helping Paraguay get vaccines amid Chinese pressure Backlash after Pakistan PM Imran Khan links rape to how women dress We've asked Russia for explanation of 'provocations' on the Ukraine border: US Hong Kong tycoon Jimmy Lai among three pleading guilty to illegal assembly

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-us-begin-indirect-talks-to-bring-nuclear-deal-to-life-375707" hreflang="en">Iran, US begin indirect talks to bring nuclear deal to life</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-president-invites-netanyahu-to-form-next-government-375695">Israel president invites Netanyahu to form next government</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmar-protesters-paint-yangon-in-red-call-for-water-festivals-boycott-375696">Myanmar protesters paint Yangon in red, call for Water Festival’s boycott</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jordan-bans-media-coverage-of-royal-rift-labels-it-a-family-affair-375699">Jordan bans media coverage of royal rift, labels it a family affair</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-urges-nato-to-send-real-signal-to-russia-with-membership-plan-375688">Ukraine urges NATO to send 'real signal' to Russia with membership plan</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/stay-out-of-hong-kong-xinjiang-issues-china-cautions-japan-375678" hreflang="en">Stay out of Hong Kong, Xinjiang issues: China cautions Japan&nbsp;</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/aircraft-carrier-group-exercising-near-taiwan-drills-will-become-regular-china-375583" hreflang="en">Carrier group exercising near Taiwan, drills will become regular: China</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-new-zealand-travel-bubble-to-begin-april-19-in-pandemic-milestone-375721" hreflang="en">Australia-NZ 'travel bubble' to begin April 19 in pandemic milestone</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mass-prison-break-as-over-1800-escape-from-correctional-facility-in-nigeria-375664" hreflang="en">Mass prison break as over 1800 escape in Nigeria</a>

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Iran, US begin indirect talks to bring nuclear deal to life Israel president invites Netanyahu to form next government Myanmar protesters paint Yangon in red, c

Iran, US begin indirect talks to bring nuclear deal to life Israel president invites Netanyahu to form next government Myanmar protesters paint Yangon in red, call for Water Festival’s boycott Jordan bans media coverage of royal rift, labels it a family affair Ukraine urges NATO to send 'real signal' to Russia with membership plan Stay out of Hong Kong, Xinjiang issues: China cautions Japan Carrier group exercising near Taiwan, drills will become regular: China Australia-NZ 'travel bubble' to begin April 19 in pandemic milestone Mass prison break as over 1800 escape in Nigeria

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Afghan President Ashraf Ghani will put forward a three-phase peace roadmap for Afghanistan during a proposed meeting in Turkey, seeking an agreement with the Taliban and a ceasefire before elections, a document shows. Meanwhile, dramatic developments are taking place in Jordan. The Jordanian military said on Saturday that King Abdullah’s half-brother and former former Crown Prince Hamza bin Hussein &nbsp;had been told to halt actions used to target the country’s ‘security and stability’. Read this and more in our Top 10 World News brief.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/afghan-president-proposes-peace-roadmap-in-three-phases-says-document-375334">Afghan President proposes peace roadmap in three phases, says document</a>

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Ghani’s plan will be presented as a counter to proposals put forward by Washington, rejected by the Afghan government, that envisage immediately drawing up a new legal system for an interim administration to include Taliban representatives

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jordans-neighbours-allies-voice-support-over-its-security-moves-375315">Jordan's neighbours, allies voice support over its security moves</a>

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In a statement published by the state news agency, it said the action was part of a broader security investigation in which a former minister, a member of the royal family and some other unidentified individuals were detained

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pope-decries-weapons-spending-during-pandemic-in-his-easter-message-375317">Pope decries weapons spending during pandemic in his Easter message</a>

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Easter papal services were attended by small gathering in second year in a row due to coronavirus pandemic

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmar-protesters-use-easter-eggs-as-a-symbol-of-defiance-375325">Myanmar protesters use Easter eggs as a symbol of defiance&nbsp;</a>

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Protesters hold eggs to coincide with Easter Sunday and make the three-finger salute during a demonstration against the military coup in Taunggyi in Myanmar's Shan state on Sunday. Photograph:( AFP )

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/rockets-hit-near-iraq-airbase-hosting-us-soldiers-375332">Rockets hit near Iraq airbase hosting US soldiers</a>

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No immediate claim of responsibility for the attack was received. No casualties or property damage has been reported

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bulgarians-vote-for-new-parliament-amid-covid-19-fears-375339">Bulgarians vote for new parliament amid Covid-19 fears</a>

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Opinion polls suggest Borissov’s centre-right GERB will again be the largest party, with 28-29% of the vote, but will fall short of a majority and may struggle to build a stable coalition in a more fractured parliament

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/damaged-carriage-dragged-from-taiwan-train-disaster-tunnel-375337">Damaged carriage dragged from Taiwan train disaster tunnel</a>

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Teams have been working around the clock to remove the wrecked train from inside the tunnel and to search for more bodies. Officials warned the death toll could rise

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/philippines-accuses-china-of-plans-to-occupy-more-features-in-south-china-sea-375301">Philippines accuses China of plans to occupy more features in South China Sea</a>

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China claims almost the entirety of the resource-rich sea and has asserted its stance by building up small shoals and reefs into military bases with airstrips and port facilities.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thousands-protest-against-strict-coronavirus-restrictions-in-germany-375253">Thousands protest against strict coronavirus restrictions in Germany</a>

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Some protestors also accused the government of exaggerating the seriousness of the deadly virus by publishing wrong and increased tally

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-lawmakers-question-google-twitter-and-others-over-auction-of-user-data-375266">US lawmakers question Google, Twitter and others over auction of user data</a>

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In order to provide services of personalised ads a user receives, businesses gather personal information such as search history, IP address, age, gender etc

Afghan President Ashraf Ghani will put forward a three-phase peace roadmap for Afghanistan during a proposed meeting in Turkey, seeking an agreement with the Taliban and a ceasefire before elections, a document shows.

Afghan President Ashraf Ghani will put forward a three-phase peace roadmap for Afghanistan during a proposed meeting in Turkey, seeking an agreement with the Taliban and a ceasefire before elections, a document shows. Meanwhile, dramatic developments are taking place in Jordan. The Jordanian military said on Saturday that King Abdullah’s half-brother and former former Crown Prince Hamza bin Hussein had been told to halt actions used to target the country’s ‘security and stability’. Read this and more in our Top 10 World News brief. Afghan President proposes peace roadmap in three phases, says document Ghani’s plan will be presented as a counter to proposals put forward by Washington, rejected by the Afghan government, that envisage immediately drawing up a new legal system for an interim administration to include Taliban representatives Jordan's neighbours, allies voice support over its security moves In a statement published by the state news agency, it said the action was part of a broader security investigation in which a former minister, a member of the royal family and some other unidentified individuals were detained Pope decries weapons spending during pandemic in his Easter message Easter papal services were attended by small gathering in second year in a row due to coronavirus pandemic Myanmar protesters use Easter eggs as a symbol of defiance Protesters hold eggs to coincide with Easter Sunday and make the three-finger salute during a demonstration against the military coup in Taunggyi in Myanmar's Shan state on Sunday. Photograph:( AFP ) Rockets hit near Iraq airbase hosting US soldiers No immediate claim of responsibility for the attack was received. No casualties or property damage has been reported Bulgarians vote for new parliament amid Covid-19 fears Opinion polls suggest Borissov’s centre-right GERB will again be the largest party, with 28-29% of the vote, but will fall short of a majority and may struggle to build a stable coalition in a more fractured parliament Damaged carriage dragged from Taiwan train disaster tunnel Teams have been working around the clock to remove the wrecked train from inside the tunnel and to search for more bodies. Officials warned the death toll could rise Philippines accuses China of plans to occupy more features in South China Sea China claims almost the entirety of the resource-rich sea and has asserted its stance by building up small shoals and reefs into military bases with airstrips and port facilities. Thousands protest against strict coronavirus restrictions in Germany Some protestors also accused the government of exaggerating the seriousness of the deadly virus by publishing wrong and increased tally US lawmakers question Google, Twitter and others over auction of user data In order to provide services of personalised ads a user receives, businesses gather personal information such as search history, IP address, age, gender etc

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Hundreds of demonstrators joined marches and rallies across Britain on Saturday as part of a ‘national weekend of action’ against a proposed new law that would give police extra powers to curb protests.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hundreds-join-kill-the-bill-rallies-across-britain-against-protest-law-375190">Hundreds join 'kill the bill' rallies across Britain against protest law</a>

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The Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts bill would toughen measures officers can take to disperse demonstrations, such as imposing time and noise limits, which campaigners and activists fear would be used to curb dissent

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-rejects-step-by-step-lifting-of-sanctions-says-state-media-375183">Iran rejects 'step-by-step' lifting of sanctions, says state media</a>

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The two countries said on Friday they would hold indirect talks in Vienna from next week as part of broader negotiations to revive the 2015 nuclear deal between Tehran and global powers

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"The agreement ...on cooperation in the exploration and use of outer space for peaceful purposes will be in place until December 31, 2030," the cabinet said in a statement carried by agencies

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Rutte, 54, had narrowly survived a no-confidence vote on Friday after parliament passed a motion disapproving of his behaviour during government formation talks following last month’s election

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Myanmar has been in turmoil since the military ousted civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi from power on February 1, triggering an uprising that the junta has sought to quell with deadly crackdowns

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In an ongoing crackdown on the city's democracy movement, China's leaders have moved decisively to tighten their control of the international finance hub.

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The crash on Friday was Taiwan’s worst rail accident in seven decades, when an express train hit the truck that had slid down a bank beside the track from the building site. The site’s manager is suspected of having failed to properly engage the truck’s brake

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After initial data from the older teens is reviewed, the trial will expand to add the ones between the ages of 12 and 15.

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A grand parade, in what is called The Pharaohs' Golden Parade, will convey 22 ancient Egyptian royal mummies -- 18 kings and four queens -- in specially designed capsules across the capital Cairo on Saturday to a new museum home where they can be displayed in greater splendour. 
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Hundreds of demonstrators joined marches and rallies across Britain on Saturday as part of a ‘national weekend of action’ against a proposed new law that would give police extra powers to curb protests.

Hundreds of demonstrators joined marches and rallies across Britain on Saturday as part of a ‘national weekend of action’ against a proposed new law that would give police extra powers to curb protests. Hundreds join 'kill the bill' rallies across Britain against protest law The Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts bill would toughen measures officers can take to disperse demonstrations, such as imposing time and noise limits, which campaigners and activists fear would be used to curb dissent Iran rejects 'step-by-step' lifting of sanctions, says state media The two countries said on Friday they would hold indirect talks in Vienna from next week as part of broader negotiations to revive the 2015 nuclear deal between Tehran and global powers Russia backs extending space cooperation deal with US to 2030: Report "The agreement ...on cooperation in the exploration and use of outer space for peaceful purposes will be in place until December 31, 2030," the cabinet said in a statement carried by agencies Dutch PM's prospects of forming new government wane as coalition partner quits Rutte, 54, had narrowly survived a no-confidence vote on Friday after parliament passed a motion disapproving of his behaviour during government formation talks following last month’s election Myanmar: Ethnic rebel groups express support for anti-coup protesters Myanmar has been in turmoil since the military ousted civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi from power on February 1, triggering an uprising that the junta has sought to quell with deadly crackdowns Hong Kong to vet political candidates' history to ensure loyalty to China In an ongoing crackdown on the city's democracy movement, China's leaders have moved decisively to tighten their control of the international finance hub. Taiwan court releases train crash suspect on bond as prosecutors lodge appeal The crash on Friday was Taiwan’s worst rail accident in seven decades, when an express train hit the truck that had slid down a bank beside the track from the building site. The site’s manager is suspected of having failed to properly engage the truck’s brake Johnson & Johnson starts testing its Covid vaccine on teens After initial data from the older teens is reviewed, the trial will expand to add the ones between the ages of 12 and 15. China, Japan, India offer condolences to Taiwan after deadly train collision Official spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs, Arindam Bagchi, also took to Twitter to offer condolences to the victims’ families left behind Egyptian mummies to pass through Cairo in ancient rulers' parade A grand parade, in what is called The Pharaohs' Golden Parade, will convey 22 ancient Egyptian royal mummies -- 18 kings and four queens -- in specially designed capsules across the capital Cairo on Saturday to a new museum home where they can be displayed in greater splendour.

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Probe into Suez Canal blockage begins US President Joe Biden releases first slate of judicial nominees Turkish lira drops after President Erdogan fires deputy central bank chief Protests in Mexico after death of Salvadoran woman in police custody Canada to pause AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine use for those under 55 My son thinks he will be killed like Samuel Paty: Father of UK school teacher China's parliament approves plan for electoral reforms in Hong Kong: Report N Korea's Kim Yo Jong slams South Korea for criticising recent missile test Brazilian foreign minister resigns after criticism over vaccine shortage: Report

Top 10 world news today: Suez Canal blockage probe begins, Biden releases first slate of judicial nominees and more

The container ship stuck in Suez Canal was freed as per news reports mentioning local officials in Egypt. The Suez Canal Authority said on Monday that the traffic through the vital waterway had resumed. Meanwhile, wishes poured in for India as it celebrated Holi, the festival of colours. In other news, Taiwan reported large incursion by Chinese air force. Read this and more in our top 10 world news

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/suez-canal-ship-blocking-the-traffic-freed-from-shoreline-say-reports-374095">Suez Canal: Ship blocking the traffic freed from shoreline, say reports</a>

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Suez Canal ship blocking the traffic in the vital waterway has been freed from the shoreline as per media reports that have cited local authorities.

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The two-day spring festival is a rowdy explosion of colour. Sunday was marked by 'Holika Dehan', and prayers to the almighty. And on Monday, people will smear each other’s faces with green, yellow and red powder.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/very-concerned-over-civilian-casualties-in-myanmar-says-russia-374076">'Very concerned' over civilian casualties in Myanmar, says Russia</a>

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The horrific killings on Saturday coincided with Armed Forces Day in the country that has seen citizens fiercely protest against military rule

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-reports-large-incursion-by-chinese-air-force-374075">Taiwan reports large incursion by Chinese air force</a>

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It marked the largest incursion to date by the Chinese air force since Taiwan's defence ministry began disclosing almost daily Chinese military flights over the waters between the southern part of Taiwan and the Taiwan-controlled Pratas Islands in the South China Sea last year

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/beijing-launches-campaign-to-stamp-out-air-pollution-violations-after-sandstorms-engulf-city-374097">Beijing launches campaign to stamp out air pollution violations after sandstorms engulf city</a>

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Beijing's air quality index (AQI) reached the maximum 500 on Sunday, as dust carrying extremely high levels of hazardous particles blew in from Mongolia and northwest China

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France has been engaging with Quad member countries in various formats. In January, the India-France-Australia trilateral senior officials’ meeting took place. September saw the first foreign secretary-level trilateral dialogue between the three countries.

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Trump took to stage to wish a couple who was getting married at his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-detaining-nearly-100-thai-police-vow-more-protest-arrests-374096">After detaining nearly 100, Thai police vow more protest arrests</a>

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Another protest demanding the release of jailed activists is planned for late Monday, raising prospects for more confrontation, with activists calling for an end to military dominance of politics and reform of the powerful monarchy

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Over two weeks of jury selection, many jurors told Hennepin County District Judge Peter Cahill and the lawyers on each side that they recognised the scrutiny their deliberations would come under, not least by those, who view the trial as a reckoning for how Black people are policed in the United States

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/spacex-preparing-for-launch-of-interplanetary-starship-rocket-374110">SpaceX preparing for launch of interplanetary Starship rocket</a>

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SN8 and SN9, which launched in December and February respectively, crash-landed and exploded, while SN10 successfully landed then blew up a few minutes later during its test on March 3

The container ship stuck in Suez Canal was freed as per news reports mentioning local officials in Egypt. The Suez Canal Authority said on Monday that the traffic through the vital waterway had resumed.

The container ship stuck in Suez Canal was freed as per news reports mentioning local officials in Egypt. The Suez Canal Authority said on Monday that the traffic through the vital waterway had resumed. Meanwhile, wishes poured in for India as it celebrated Holi, the festival of colours. In other news, Taiwan reported large incursion by Chinese air force. Read this and more in our top 10 world news Suez Canal: Ship blocking the traffic freed from shoreline, say reports Suez Canal ship blocking the traffic in the vital waterway has been freed from the shoreline as per media reports that have cited local authorities. India celebrates Holi; wishes pour in from across the world The two-day spring festival is a rowdy explosion of colour. Sunday was marked by 'Holika Dehan', and prayers to the almighty. And on Monday, people will smear each other’s faces with green, yellow and red powder. 'Very concerned' over civilian casualties in Myanmar, says Russia The horrific killings on Saturday coincided with Armed Forces Day in the country that has seen citizens fiercely protest against military rule Taiwan reports large incursion by Chinese air force It marked the largest incursion to date by the Chinese air force since Taiwan's defence ministry began disclosing almost daily Chinese military flights over the waters between the southern part of Taiwan and the Taiwan-controlled Pratas Islands in the South China Sea last year Beijing launches campaign to stamp out air pollution violations after sandstorms engulf city Beijing's air quality index (AQI) reached the maximum 500 on Sunday, as dust carrying extremely high levels of hazardous particles blew in from Mongolia and northwest China French ships to make port call at Kochi ahead of joint drills with navies of Quad countries France has been engaging with Quad member countries in various formats. In January, the India-France-Australia trilateral senior officials’ meeting took place. September saw the first foreign secretary-level trilateral dialogue between the three countries. Trump takes mic to wish a couple at wedding, starts talking about foreign policy Trump took to stage to wish a couple who was getting married at his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida After detaining nearly 100, Thai police vow more protest arrests Another protest demanding the release of jailed activists is planned for late Monday, raising prospects for more confrontation, with activists calling for an end to military dominance of politics and reform of the powerful monarchy George Floyd's death: Jury to hear opening arguments in Derek Chauvin trial Over two weeks of jury selection, many jurors told Hennepin County District Judge Peter Cahill and the lawyers on each side that they recognised the scrutiny their deliberations would come under, not least by those, who view the trial as a reckoning for how Black people are policed in the United States SpaceX preparing for launch of interplanetary Starship rocket SN8 and SN9, which launched in December and February respectively, crash-landed and exploded, while SN10 successfully landed then blew up a few minutes later during its test on March 3

Top 10 World News: Suez ship reportedly freed, India celebrates Holi, and more

A suicide bombing in an Indonesian church&nbsp;wounded 20 as worshippers celebrated the start of Holy Week. In Myanmar, security forces attacked a funeral procession. Meanwhile, the Ever Given vessel has moved a few inches but still remains stuck at Suez canal, with no near future possibility of refloating.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesian-president-slams-suicide-attack-at-church-as-an-act-of-terror-373921" hreflang="en">Indonesian president slams suicide attack at church as an 'act of terror'</a>

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Two suspects behind the powerful blast were killed as they rode a motorbike into the compound of the church in Makassar city on Sulawesi island, authorities said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/philippines-sends-fighter-aircraft-over-chinese-vessels-in-south-china-sea-373900">Philippines sends fighter aircraft over Chinese vessels in South China Sea</a>

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The Philippine military is sending light fighter aircraft to fly over hundreds of Chinese vessels in disputed waters in the South China Sea.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmar-security-forces-open-fire-at-a-funeral-373898">Myanmar: Security forces open fire at a funeral</a>

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This comes just a day after security forces killed 114 protesters. The incident of security firing at the funeral took place in the town of Bago near Yangon.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-will-depend-on-us-soon-macron-assured-france-will-catch-up-with-uk-vaccine-drive-soon-373926">Macron assured France will catch up with UK vaccine drive soon</a>

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French President Emmanuel Macron has claimed that France will have caught up with the UK on the number of people being vaccinated against the deadly coronavirus.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/on-palm-sunday-pope-says-devil-taking-advantage-of-pandemic-373911" hreflang="en">On Palm Sunday, Pope says devil taking advantage of pandemic</a>

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Only about 120 members of the faithful participated in Sunday's Mass, joining the pope and about 30 cardinals in a secondary wing of the huge basilica.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/is-it-not-cancun-twitter-asks-after-ted-cruz-posts-documentary-style-trip-to-us-mexico-border-373906" hreflang="en">Twitter trolls Ted Cruz as he posts documentary-style trip to US-Mexico border</a>

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In a wildlife style documentary, Cruz went to the US-Mexico border with hopes of capturing the experiences of people who are planning to cross borders.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-led-coalition-destroys-houthi-rigged-boats-drones-report-373903" hreflang="en">Saudi-led coalition destroys Houthi rigged boats, drones: Report</a>

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The coalition in separate statements also said it intercepted and destroyed three armed drones launched towards southern Saudi Arabia, including the city of Khamis Mushait.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/is-it-a-habit-internet-laughs-as-truck-with-evergreen-written-on-it-blocks-traffic-like-suez-canal-373914" hreflang="en">Internet laughs as truck with 'evergreen' written on it blocks traffic</a>

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After images went viral of a large vessel of the Evergreen company blocking the Suez Canal, a social media user posted a picture of a truck carrying an Evergreen container and blocking the traffic.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cows-stop-producing-milk-monks-in-france-organise-emergency-cheese-sale-373899" hreflang="en">'Cows, stop producing milk': Monks in France organise emergency cheese sale</a>

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An emergency online cheese sale has been announced in a French monastery that is also pleading to their cows not to produce so much milk.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pak-court-orders-registration-of-fir-against-aurat-march-organisers-373924">Pak court orders registration of FIR against Aurat March organisers</a>

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A local court in Karachi directed on Saturday the police to record the statement of an applicant and, if any cognizable offence was made out, then register an FIR against the organisers of the march in Islamabad, Pakistan's Dawn newspaper reported.

A suicide bombing in an Indonesian church wounded 20 as worshippers celebrated the start of Holy Week. In Myanmar, security forces attacked a funeral procession.

A suicide bombing in an Indonesian church wounded 20 as worshippers celebrated the start of Holy Week. In Myanmar, security forces attacked a funeral procession. Meanwhile, the Ever Given vessel has moved a few inches but still remains stuck at Suez canal, with no near future possibility of refloating. Click on headlines to read more Indonesian president slams suicide attack at church as an 'act of terror' Two suspects behind the powerful blast were killed as they rode a motorbike into the compound of the church in Makassar city on Sulawesi island, authorities said. Philippines sends fighter aircraft over Chinese vessels in South China Sea The Philippine military is sending light fighter aircraft to fly over hundreds of Chinese vessels in disputed waters in the South China Sea. Myanmar: Security forces open fire at a funeral This comes just a day after security forces killed 114 protesters. The incident of security firing at the funeral took place in the town of Bago near Yangon. Macron assured France will catch up with UK vaccine drive soon French President Emmanuel Macron has claimed that France will have caught up with the UK on the number of people being vaccinated against the deadly coronavirus. On Palm Sunday, Pope says devil taking advantage of pandemic Only about 120 members of the faithful participated in Sunday's Mass, joining the pope and about 30 cardinals in a secondary wing of the huge basilica. Twitter trolls Ted Cruz as he posts documentary-style trip to US-Mexico border In a wildlife style documentary, Cruz went to the US-Mexico border with hopes of capturing the experiences of people who are planning to cross borders. Saudi-led coalition destroys Houthi rigged boats, drones: Report The coalition in separate statements also said it intercepted and destroyed three armed drones launched towards southern Saudi Arabia, including the city of Khamis Mushait. Internet laughs as truck with 'evergreen' written on it blocks traffic After images went viral of a large vessel of the Evergreen company blocking the Suez Canal, a social media user posted a picture of a truck carrying an Evergreen container and blocking the traffic. 'Cows, stop producing milk': Monks in France organise emergency cheese sale An emergency online cheese sale has been announced in a French monastery that is also pleading to their cows not to produce so much milk. Pak court orders registration of FIR against Aurat March organisers A local court in Karachi directed on Saturday the police to record the statement of an applicant and, if any cognizable offence was made out, then register an FIR against the organisers of the march in Islamabad, Pakistan's Dawn newspaper reported.

Top 10 world news today: Indonesia suicide attack, Suez Canal memes, and more

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his two-day trip to Bangladesh to celebrate country's 50th year of liberation from Pakistan and the centenary year of its founder Sheikh Mujibur Rehman. Meanwhile, Suez Canal is still blocked due to the huge vessel.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-china-sign-25-year-strategic-cooperation-pact-report-373679" hreflang="en">Iran-China sign '25-year strategic cooperation pact': Report</a>

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The agreement, which has been kept almost entirely under wraps, was signed by the two countries' foreign ministers, Mohammad Javad Zarif and Wang Yi, an AFP correspondent reported.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/highlights-indian-pm-modis-visit-to-bangladesh-373561">HIGHLIGHTS: Indian PM Modi's visit to Bangladesh</a>

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PM Modi was in Bangladesh for a two-day visit on March 26-27 to attend the celebration of that country's 50th year of liberation from Pakistan and the centenary year of its founder Sheikh Mujibur Rehman, Premier Sheikh Hasina's father. The two countries are also celebrating 50 years of the establishment of diplomatic ties.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-envoy-to-afghanistan-heads-to-turkey-region-to-push-talks-to-end-conflict-373728">US envoy to Afghanistan heads to Turkey, region to push talks to end conflict&nbsp;</a>

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Biden's administration has sought to build international pressure on the Taliban and US-backed Afghan President Ashraf Ghani's government to reach a peace agreement and a ceasefire before the deadline.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-pm-calls-attack-on-police-disgraceful-during-kill-the-bill-protests-373706">UK PM calls attack on police 'disgraceful' during 'Kill the Bill' protests</a>

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During the third<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/what-are-the-kill-the-bill-protests-in-britain-all-about-372605">&nbsp;"kill the bill"&nbsp;</a>demonstrations in Bristol, the police officers claim to have been attacked with bricks, eggs, glass bottles and had lasers shone in their faces.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-south-korea-hold-talks-explore-new-domains-in-defence-cooperation-373710">India,&nbsp;South Korea hold talks, explore new domains in defence cooperation</a>

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Both the Ministers exchanged views on the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the defence and security engagements as well as best practices followed by the Armed Forces of both nations.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/gunshots-fired-at-us-cultural-centre-in-myanmar-says-embassy-373689" hreflang="en">Gunshots fired at US cultural centre in Myanmar, says embassy</a>

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Myanmar's security forces shot and killed at least 64 people - including a young boy - on Saturday, news reports and witnesses said, even as the ruling junta's leader said the military would protect the people and strive for democracy.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/britain-nearing-vaccine-deal-with-european-union-report-373733" hreflang="en">Britain nearing vaccine deal with European Union: Report</a>

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Britain is close to striking a vaccine deal with the European Union as soon as this weekend that will remove the threat of the bloc cutting off supplies, The Times reported on Saturday.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/suez-canal-blockage-ship-may-be-freed-early-next-week-says-salvage-firm-373705" hreflang="en">Suez canal blockage: Ship may be freed early next week, says salvage firm</a>

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Billions of dollars of cargo are now stalled at either end of the vital shipping lane between Asia and Europe, with their owners mulling whether to wait it out or take the longer and more expensive route around the Cape of Good Hope at the cost of up to 12 additional days at sea.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-police-begin-investigation-into-school-sexual-assault-claims-373714" hreflang="en">UK police begin investigation into school sexual assault claims</a>

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Incidents reported on the website have names of more than 100 schools where such incidents have taken place, including some of the elite schools such as Sherborne, Westminster and Eton.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/death-toll-of-egypt-train-collision-revised-down-to-19-burial-begins-373721" hreflang="en">Death toll of Egypt train collision revised down to 19; Burial begins</a>

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Almost a day after a train collision in Egypt, the death toll has been revised down to 19, from an earlier number of at least 32.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his two-day trip to Bangladesh to celebrate country's 50th year of liberation from Pakistan and the centenary year of its founder Sheikh Mujibur Rehman.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his two-day trip to Bangladesh to celebrate country's 50th year of liberation from Pakistan and the centenary year of its founder Sheikh Mujibur Rehman. Meanwhile, Suez Canal is still blocked due to the huge vessel. Click on headlines to read more Iran-China sign '25-year strategic cooperation pact': Report The agreement, which has been kept almost entirely under wraps, was signed by the two countries' foreign ministers, Mohammad Javad Zarif and Wang Yi, an AFP correspondent reported. HIGHLIGHTS: Indian PM Modi's visit to Bangladesh PM Modi was in Bangladesh for a two-day visit on March 26-27 to attend the celebration of that country's 50th year of liberation from Pakistan and the centenary year of its founder Sheikh Mujibur Rehman, Premier Sheikh Hasina's father. The two countries are also celebrating 50 years of the establishment of diplomatic ties. US envoy to Afghanistan heads to Turkey, region to push talks to end conflict Biden's administration has sought to build international pressure on the Taliban and US-backed Afghan President Ashraf Ghani's government to reach a peace agreement and a ceasefire before the deadline. UK PM calls attack on police 'disgraceful' during 'Kill the Bill' protests During the third "kill the bill" demonstrations in Bristol, the police officers claim to have been attacked with bricks, eggs, glass bottles and had lasers shone in their faces. India, South Korea hold talks, explore new domains in defence cooperation Both the Ministers exchanged views on the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the defence and security engagements as well as best practices followed by the Armed Forces of both nations. Gunshots fired at US cultural centre in Myanmar, says embassy Myanmar's security forces shot and killed at least 64 people - including a young boy - on Saturday, news reports and witnesses said, even as the ruling junta's leader said the military would protect the people and strive for democracy. Britain nearing vaccine deal with European Union: Report Britain is close to striking a vaccine deal with the European Union as soon as this weekend that will remove the threat of the bloc cutting off supplies, The Times reported on Saturday. Suez canal blockage: Ship may be freed early next week, says salvage firm Billions of dollars of cargo are now stalled at either end of the vital shipping lane between Asia and Europe, with their owners mulling whether to wait it out or take the longer and more expensive route around the Cape of Good Hope at the cost of up to 12 additional days at sea. UK police begin investigation into school sexual assault claims Incidents reported on the website have names of more than 100 schools where such incidents have taken place, including some of the elite schools such as Sherborne, Westminster and Eton. Death toll of Egypt train collision revised down to 19; Burial begins Almost a day after a train collision in Egypt, the death toll has been revised down to 19, from an earlier number of at least 32.

Top 10 world news today: Suez Canal blockage, Indian PM's Bangladesh visit, and more

A deadly train crash has taken 32 lives and injured 66 people. In the UK, survey has revealed that nearly 40,600 people contracted coronavirus while they were being treated for some other illness in hospitals. Meanwhile, former US President&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/donald-trump">Donald Trump</a>&nbsp;has come out in support of his followers who were a part of the Capitol riots that took place on January 06.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-32-killed-66-wounded-in-egypt-train-collision-373448" hreflang="en">At least 32 killed, 66 wounded in Egypt train collision</a>

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Three carriages derailed as a result of the accident in the province of Sohag, the health ministry and a local official confirmed.&nbsp;

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PM Modi is in Bangladesh on March 26-27 to attend the celebration of that country's 50th year of liberation from Pakistan and the centenary year of its founder Sheikh Mujibur Rehman, Premier Sheikh Hasina's father. The two countries are also celebrating 50 years of the establishment of diplomatic ties.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-more-than-40600-people-contracted-covid-while-in-hospital-373425">More than 40,600 people contracted COVID while in hospital in UK</a>

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In England, more than 40,600 people have been infected with the deadly coronavirus while being treated at hospitals for other reasons.

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France's foreign minister said that Britain is 'handicapped' now because it hurried to vaccinate people with the first dose, but now faces a shortage of the second one, thereby using 'blackmail' tactics.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/zero-threat-donald-trump-defends-his-supporters-in-capitol-riots-373374">'Zero threat': Donald Trump defends his supporters in Capitol riots</a>

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Trump&nbsp;has defended some of his supporters, claiming that some of these rioters posed "zero threat" to the lawmakers who were trapped inside the US Capitol building.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmar-activists-call-for-anti-coup-protest-as-junta-marks-armed-forces-day-373467" hreflang="en">Myanmar activists call for anti-coup protest as junta marks Armed Forces Day</a>

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Nearly 3,000 people have been arrested since the coup, according to a local monitoring group, but the junta earlier this week released more than 600 from Yangon's Insein prison.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/despite-vaccine-doses-coronavirus-cases-in-us-are-surging-again-373459" hreflang="en">Despite vaccine doses, coronavirus cases in US are surging again</a>

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US President Joe Biden on Thursday announced that 200 million doses of Covid-19 would be administered within 100 days in office, doubling his initial commitment.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/employees-pee-in-bottles-undercover-writer-reveals-amazons-poor-work-conditions-373450" hreflang="en">'Employees pee in bottles': Undercover writer reveals Amazon's work conditions</a>

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Working undercover at an Amazon facility, James Bloodworth said the employees are tired and frustrated due to the poor working environment provided in the facilities.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-labour-board-asks-tesla-ceo-musk-to-delete-anti-union-tweet-373436" hreflang="en">US labour board asks Tesla CEO Musk to delete anti-union tweet</a>

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The United Auto Workers (UAW)in 2018 filed a complaint with the NLRB over the Musk tweet that it said was illegally threatening to take away benefits from workers who join the union.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-taiwan-sign-first-agreement-under-biden-administration-after-china-law-373392" hreflang="en">US, Taiwan sign first agreement under Biden administration after China law</a>

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Taiwan is upgrading its coast guard with new ships, which can be drafted into naval service in the event of war, as the island deals with increasing encroachments from Chinese fishing boats and sand dredgers in Taiwan-controlled waters.

A deadly train crash has taken 32 lives and injured 66 people. In the UK, survey has revealed that nearly 40,600 people contracted coronavirus while they were being treated for some other illness in hospitals.

A deadly train crash has taken 32 lives and injured 66 people. In the UK, survey has revealed that nearly 40,600 people contracted coronavirus while they were being treated for some other illness in hospitals. Meanwhile, former US President Donald Trump has come out in support of his followers who were a part of the Capitol riots that took place on January 06. Click on headlines to read more At least 32 killed, 66 wounded in Egypt train collision Three carriages derailed as a result of the accident in the province of Sohag, the health ministry and a local official confirmed. PM Modi attends the inaugural programme of Bangabandhu- Bapu Museum PM Modi is in Bangladesh on March 26-27 to attend the celebration of that country's 50th year of liberation from Pakistan and the centenary year of its founder Sheikh Mujibur Rehman, Premier Sheikh Hasina's father. The two countries are also celebrating 50 years of the establishment of diplomatic ties. More than 40,600 people contracted COVID while in hospital in UK In England, more than 40,600 people have been infected with the deadly coronavirus while being treated at hospitals for other reasons. France hits out at UK over 'blackmail' of coronavirus vaccine deliveries France's foreign minister said that Britain is 'handicapped' now because it hurried to vaccinate people with the first dose, but now faces a shortage of the second one, thereby using 'blackmail' tactics. 'Zero threat': Donald Trump defends his supporters in Capitol riots Trump has defended some of his supporters, claiming that some of these rioters posed "zero threat" to the lawmakers who were trapped inside the US Capitol building. Myanmar activists call for anti-coup protest as junta marks Armed Forces Day Nearly 3,000 people have been arrested since the coup, according to a local monitoring group, but the junta earlier this week released more than 600 from Yangon's Insein prison. Despite vaccine doses, coronavirus cases in US are surging again US President Joe Biden on Thursday announced that 200 million doses of Covid-19 would be administered within 100 days in office, doubling his initial commitment. 'Employees pee in bottles': Undercover writer reveals Amazon's work conditions Working undercover at an Amazon facility, James Bloodworth said the employees are tired and frustrated due to the poor working environment provided in the facilities. US labour board asks Tesla CEO Musk to delete anti-union tweet The United Auto Workers (UAW)in 2018 filed a complaint with the NLRB over the Musk tweet that it said was illegally threatening to take away benefits from workers who join the union. US, Taiwan sign first agreement under Biden administration after China law Taiwan is upgrading its coast guard with new ships, which can be drafted into naval service in the event of war, as the island deals with increasing encroachments from Chinese fishing boats and sand dredgers in Taiwan-controlled waters.

Top 10 world news today: Egypt train crash, Modi visits Bangladesh, and more

After the US President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/joe-biden">Joe Biden</a>&nbsp;labelled Putin as a 'killer', Canada's PM, Justin&nbsp;Trudeau, has also said that he believes the Russian leader is capable of 'terrible things'. Meanwhile, the Pakistan Prime Minister has once again attracted controversy by conducting in-person meeting while being infected by the deadly <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">coronavirus.</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canadas-trudeau-says-putin-capable-of-terrible-things-but-wont-call-him-killer-373124" hreflang="en">Trudeau says Putin capable of 'terrible things'; won't call him 'killer'</a>

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He also recalled his interactions with Putin and described him to a man who will 'look at you and say whatever is convenient to him at any given moment'.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/covid-hit-pak-pm-imran-khans-in-person-meeting-sets-twitter-abuzz-373100">Covid-hit Pakistani PM Imran Khan's in-person meeting sets Twitter abuzz</a>

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In the image posted on Twitter, seven people were seen sitting inside a room including Khan.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/global-warming-fundamentally-altering-structure-of-worlds-oceans-373140">Global warming fundamentally altering structure of world's oceans</a>

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The research published in the journal Nature looked at 50 years of data and followed the way in which surface water "decouples" from the deeper ocean.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uighur-muslims-protest-against-treatment-amid-chinese-foreign-ministers-visit-373092">Uighur Muslims protest against treatment amid Chinese foreign minister's visit</a>

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Beijing approved an extradition treaty between the two nations in December and with the deal awaiting ratification by Ankara's parliament, activists among some 40,000 Uighurs living in Turkey have stepped up efforts to highlight their plight.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/aftermath-of-disaster-australians-start-clean-up-after-dangerous-floods-destroy-properties-373115">Aftermath of disaster: Australians start clean-up after dangerous floods</a>

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Days after Australia experienced one of the deadliest floods, locals are trying to bring lives back to normalcy.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-vows-to-defend-sino-iran-ties-safeguard-nuclear-deal-373112">China vows to defend Sino-Iran ties, safeguard nuclear deal</a>

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US President Joe Biden has sought to revive talks with Iran on a nuclear deal abandoned by former President Donald Trump in 2018, although harsh economic measures remain in place that Tehran insists be lifted before negotiations resume.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pak-interior-ministry-refuses-to-renew-nawaz-sharifs-passport-373128" hreflang="en">Pak Interior Ministry refuses to renew Nawaz Sharif's passport</a>

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Sharif`s passport had expired in February of this year. Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed had already announced in January that the PML-N supremo`s passport would not be renewed as per instructions from Prime Minister Imran Khan.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/say-stop-17-year-old-makes-fake-facebook-page-to-help-women-flee-abuse-373149" hreflang="en">'Say STOP': 17-year-old makes fake Facebook page to help women flee abuse</a>

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Krysia Paszko, a 17-year-old girl from Poland, saw a similar report about the surge in domestic violence cases in Europe and decided to do her bit in helping such victims.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/she-speaks-for-me-biden-appoints-kamala-harris-to-handle-immigration-crisis-373103" hreflang="en">'She speaks for me': Biden appoints Kamala Harris to handle immigration crisis</a>

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This is the first time Harris has been assigned a specific portfolio since she took over the office on January 20 — which earlier belonged to Mike Pence.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/as-biden-meets-eu-leaders-merkel-calls-for-increased-domestic-vaccine-production-373129">As Biden meets EU leaders, Merkel calls for increased domestic vaccine production</a>

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The European countries are now starting to raise their voices against the distribution of coronavirus vaccine and a slowed down rollout of the vaccines.

After the US President Joe Biden labelled Putin as a 'killer', Canada's PM, Justin Trudeau, has also said that he believes the Russian leader is capable of 'terrible things'.

After the US President Joe Biden labelled Putin as a 'killer', Canada's PM, Justin Trudeau, has also said that he believes the Russian leader is capable of 'terrible things'. Meanwhile, the Pakistan Prime Minister has once again attracted controversy by conducting in-person meeting while being infected by the deadly coronavirus. Click on headlines to read more Trudeau says Putin capable of 'terrible things'; won't call him 'killer' He also recalled his interactions with Putin and described him to a man who will 'look at you and say whatever is convenient to him at any given moment'. Covid-hit Pakistani PM Imran Khan's in-person meeting sets Twitter abuzz In the image posted on Twitter, seven people were seen sitting inside a room including Khan. Global warming fundamentally altering structure of world's oceans The research published in the journal Nature looked at 50 years of data and followed the way in which surface water "decouples" from the deeper ocean. Uighur Muslims protest against treatment amid Chinese foreign minister's visit Beijing approved an extradition treaty between the two nations in December and with the deal awaiting ratification by Ankara's parliament, activists among some 40,000 Uighurs living in Turkey have stepped up efforts to highlight their plight. Aftermath of disaster: Australians start clean-up after dangerous floods Days after Australia experienced one of the deadliest floods, locals are trying to bring lives back to normalcy. China vows to defend Sino-Iran ties, safeguard nuclear deal US President Joe Biden has sought to revive talks with Iran on a nuclear deal abandoned by former President Donald Trump in 2018, although harsh economic measures remain in place that Tehran insists be lifted before negotiations resume. Pak Interior Ministry refuses to renew Nawaz Sharif's passport Sharif`s passport had expired in February of this year. Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed had already announced in January that the PML-N supremo`s passport would not be renewed as per instructions from Prime Minister Imran Khan. 'Say STOP': 17-year-old makes fake Facebook page to help women flee abuse Krysia Paszko, a 17-year-old girl from Poland, saw a similar report about the surge in domestic violence cases in Europe and decided to do her bit in helping such victims. 'She speaks for me': Biden appoints Kamala Harris to handle immigration crisis This is the first time Harris has been assigned a specific portfolio since she took over the office on January 20 — which earlier belonged to Mike Pence. As Biden meets EU leaders, Merkel calls for increased domestic vaccine production The European countries are now starting to raise their voices against the distribution of coronavirus vaccine and a slowed down rollout of the vaccines.

Top 10 world news today: Trudeau comments on Putin, Imran Khan breaches COVID restrictions, and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/prime-minister-netanyahu-falls-short-of-majority-amid-vote-count-in-israeli-elections-372896" hreflang="en">Prime Minister Netanyahu falls short of majority amid vote count in Israeli elections</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/charlie-hebdo-stabbings-suspect-radicalised-by-pakistani-groups-372833" hreflang="en">Charlie Hebdo: Stabbings suspect 'radicalised by Pakistani groups'</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putins-chef-urges-fbi-to-remove-his-name-from-wanted-list-of-criminals-372814" hreflang="en">'Putin's chef' urges FBI to remove his name from wanted list of criminals</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/syria-to-send-oxygen-to-lebanon-to-fight-covid-372888" hreflang="en">Syria sends Oxygen to Lebanon to fight COVID</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-african-president-to-testify-at-corruption-inquiry-372877" hreflang="en">South African president to testify at corruption inquiry</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/malaysia-puts-deportations-to-myanmar-on-hold-till-after-asean-meets-sources-372869" hreflang="en">Malaysia puts deportations to Myanmar on hold till after ASEAN meets:&nbsp;Sources</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/asian-americans-and-blacks-experienced-increased-online-harassment-in-2020-survey-372852" hreflang="en">Asian Americans and Blacks experienced increased online harassment in 2020: Survey</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/elon-musk-says-tesla-customers-can-buy-its-electric-vehicles-with-bitcoin-372845" hreflang="en">Elon Musk says Tesla customers can buy its electric vehicles with bitcoin</a>

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Prime Minister Netanyahu falls short of majority amid vote count in Israeli elections US will not push allies into 'us-or-them choice' on China, says Antony Bli

Prime Minister Netanyahu falls short of majority amid vote count in Israeli elections US will not push allies into 'us-or-them choice' on China, says Antony Blinken Charlie Hebdo: Stabbings suspect 'radicalised by Pakistani groups' 'Putin's chef' urges FBI to remove his name from wanted list of criminals Taiwan will ration water for 1 million households, says Economy Minister Wang Mei-hua Syria sends Oxygen to Lebanon to fight COVID South African president to testify at corruption inquiry Malaysia puts deportations to Myanmar on hold till after ASEAN meets: Sources Asian Americans and Blacks experienced increased online harassment in 2020: Survey Elon Musk says Tesla customers can buy its electric vehicles with bitcoin

Top 10 world news today: Israeli PM Netanyahu falls short majority, Charlie Hebdo suspect radicalised by 'Pakistani group'

Afghan President Ashraf Ghani will propose a new presidential election within six months. Meanwhile,&nbsp;US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Tuesday that Washington stood united with NATO allies in efforts to bring a 'responsible' end to the conflict in Afghanistan.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/rejecting-us-peace-plan-afghan-president-to-offer-election-in-six-months-372535" hreflang="en">Rejecting US peace plan, Afghan president to offer election in six months</a>

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Ghani will unveil his proposal at an international gathering in Turkey next month, signalling his refusal to accept Washington's plan for his elected government to be replaced by an interim administration, the officials said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/un-rights-office-gets-mandate-to-document-sri-lanka-war-crimes-372546">UN rights office gets mandate to document Sri Lanka war crimes</a>

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The vote at the 47-country forum in Geneva was 22 in favour, with 11 against including China and Pakistan, and 14 abstentions including India.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australian-govt-rocked-by-leaked-video-allegedly-showing-sex-acts-in-parliament-aide-fired-372553">Australian politics rocked by parliament sex video scandal</a>

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Footage leaked to media allegedly showed a senior aide performing a sex act on a female MP’s desk.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-military-to-get-loyalty-lessons-as-party-gears-up-for-100th-birthday-372512">Chinese military to get loyalty lessons as party gears up for 100th birthday</a>

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The People's Liberation Army has been at the centre of those efforts, and Xi has showered it with fancy new equipment like stealth fighters while seeking to dispel any doubts over its loyalty.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/virat-kohli-becomes-fastest-to-10000-international-runs-on-home-soil-372515">Virat Kohli becomes fastest to 10,000 international runs on home soil</a>

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The Indian skipper achieved an elusive record while surpassing the likes of Ricky Ponting, Jacques Kallis, Kumar Sangakkara among others.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/blinken-us-united-with-nato-allies-for-a-responsible-end-to-afghan-conflict-372558" hreflang="en">Blinken: US united with NATO allies for a 'responsible' end to Afghan conflict</a>

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The foreign ministers of NATO member states on Tuesday convened for a two-day in-person meeting in Brussels, for the first time since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/astrazeneca-to-release-more-data-after-us-raises-questions-on-shots-potential-372554" hreflang="en">AstraZeneca to release more data after US raises questions on shot's potential</a>

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The vaccine, developed with Oxford University, was 79 per cent effective in preventing symptomatic illness in the large trial that also took place in Chile and Peru, according to the data.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-warns-chinese-envoy-to-strictly-comply-to-summons-after-offensive-tweets-372511" hreflang="en">France warns Chinese envoy to 'strictly comply' to summons</a>

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Lu Shaye, infamous for being an aggressively outspoken envoy, targetted Antoine Bondaz, a China specialist at the 
Foundation for Strategic Research (FRS) think-tank, through social media platform, Twitter recently.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/french-prez-promises-faster-vaccine-roll-out-as-infections-explode-372556" hreflang="en">French Prez promises faster vaccine roll-out as infections 'explode'</a>

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New Covid restrictions that closed non-essential stores and limited how far people can move came into effect in Paris and much of the north last weekend, but Macron stopped short of a full lockdown.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/twelve-hours-of-hell-couple-gets-married-amid-nsw-floods-372525" hreflang="en">Twelve hours of hell: Couple gets married amid NSW floods</a>

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Amid the floods, the bride decided to not give up, and instead of postponing the wedding, the couple decided to 
float through the obstacle.

Afghan President Ashraf Ghani will propose a new presidential election within six months. Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Tuesday that Washington stood united with NATO allies in efforts to bring a 'responsible' end to the conflict in Afghanistan.

Afghan President Ashraf Ghani will propose a new presidential election within six months. Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Tuesday that Washington stood united with NATO allies in efforts to bring a 'responsible' end to the conflict in Afghanistan. Click on headlines to read more Rejecting US peace plan, Afghan president to offer election in six months Ghani will unveil his proposal at an international gathering in Turkey next month, signalling his refusal to accept Washington's plan for his elected government to be replaced by an interim administration, the officials said. UN rights office gets mandate to document Sri Lanka war crimes The vote at the 47-country forum in Geneva was 22 in favour, with 11 against including China and Pakistan, and 14 abstentions including India. Australian politics rocked by parliament sex video scandal Footage leaked to media allegedly showed a senior aide performing a sex act on a female MP’s desk. Chinese military to get loyalty lessons as party gears up for 100th birthday The People's Liberation Army has been at the centre of those efforts, and Xi has showered it with fancy new equipment like stealth fighters while seeking to dispel any doubts over its loyalty. Virat Kohli becomes fastest to 10,000 international runs on home soil The Indian skipper achieved an elusive record while surpassing the likes of Ricky Ponting, Jacques Kallis, Kumar Sangakkara among others. Blinken: US united with NATO allies for a 'responsible' end to Afghan conflict The foreign ministers of NATO member states on Tuesday convened for a two-day in-person meeting in Brussels, for the first time since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. AstraZeneca to release more data after US raises questions on shot's potential The vaccine, developed with Oxford University, was 79 per cent effective in preventing symptomatic illness in the large trial that also took place in Chile and Peru, according to the data. France warns Chinese envoy to 'strictly comply' to summons Lu Shaye, infamous for being an aggressively outspoken envoy, targetted Antoine Bondaz, a China specialist at the Foundation for Strategic Research (FRS) think-tank, through social media platform, Twitter recently. French Prez promises faster vaccine roll-out as infections 'explode' New Covid restrictions that closed non-essential stores and limited how far people can move came into effect in Paris and much of the north last weekend, but Macron stopped short of a full lockdown. Twelve hours of hell: Couple gets married amid NSW floods Amid the floods, the bride decided to not give up, and instead of postponing the wedding, the couple decided to float through the obstacle.

Top 10 news today: Australia parliament sex scandal, AstraZeneca's potential questioned, and more

Bangladesh's founding leader Sheikh Mujibur Rahman has been conferred the prestigious Gandhi Peace Prize 2020 posthumously. This has come just days before Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is due to visit Bangladesh to take part in his birth centenary celebrations. Meanwhile, two fighter jets have collided in Taiwan. This is third crash in past six months. Read this and more in our Top 10 World News

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/bangladeshs-founding-leader-sheikh-mujibur-rahman-conferred-with-gandhi-peace-prize-372315">Bangladesh's founding leader Sheikh Mujibur Rahman conferred with Gandhi Peace Prize</a>

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The award, instituted in 1995, has been awarded posthumously for the first time accordingly to the ministry of culture

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-says-regrets-us-refusal-to-attend-putin-biden-live-debate-372284">Russia says regrets US refusal to attend Putin-Biden live debate</a>

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On Friday, the Kremlin's spokesman, Dmitry Peskov, said Putin's offer of talks remained open and that Putin could do any time that was convenient for Biden, though the offer would not stay on the table indefinitely.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-pakistan-to-hold-first-meeting-in-three-years-on-water-sharing-rights-372305">India, Pakistan to hold first meeting in three years on water-sharing rights</a>

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Pakistan's foreign ministry spokesman Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri confirmed the talks will take place

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/europe-must-act-as-lebanon-collapses-france-372304">Europe must act as Lebanon collapses: France</a>

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Paris has spearheaded international efforts to rescue the former French protectorate from its deepest crisis since the 1975-1990 civil war, but after seven months has failed so far to persuade squabbling politicians to adopt a reform roadmap or form a new government to unlock international aid

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-approves-sanctions-on-china-myanmar-over-rights-abuses-372295">EU approves sanctions on China, Myanmar over rights abuses</a>

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The highly symbolic move -- reported by EU diplomats and expected to be formally unveiled in the EU's official journal later Monday -- is the first time Brussels has hit Beijing over human rights abuses since it imposed an arms embargo in 1989

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/will-vaccination-nation-israel-vote-for-prime-minister-netanyahu-372358">Will 'vaccination nation' Israel vote for Prime Minister Netanyahu?</a>

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Opinion polls showed an uptick for Likud in the campaign's home stretch, giving a Netanyahu-led coalition of conservative and ultra-Orthodox Jewish parties around 60 seats, still short of a majority in the 120-member parliament

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eight-hong-kong-democracy-activists-set-to-return-from-china-after-jail-terms-372351">Eight Hong Kong democracy activists set to return from China after jail terms&nbsp;</a>

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They were among 12 activists whose boat was intercepted at sea by mainland authorities in August 2020 allegedly en route to the democratic island of Taiwan. All had faced charges in Hong Kong over the pro-democracy protest movement and are expected to be taken directly into custody on their return

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/pentagon-ready-to-unveil-secret-report-of-ufos-breaking-sound-barrier-372357">Pentagon ready to unveil secret report of UFOs breaking sound barrier</a>

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The DIA and Secretary of Defence were given less than six months to provide information on 'unidentified aerial phenomena' to the congress and committees of armed services, according to former president Trump's move

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-asks-turkey-to-rethink-exit-from-womens-rights-treaty-372336">EU asks Turkey to rethink exit from women's rights treaty</a>

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EU's foreign policy chief said that Turkey's exit sent a wrong message to the world

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-loses-two-fighter-jets-in-collision-third-crash-in-six-months-372312">Taiwan loses two fighter jets in collision, third crash in six months&nbsp;</a>

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Taiwan's air force said two air force F-5E fighters, each with one pilot aboard, crashed into the sea off the island's southeastern coast after they apparently collided in mid-air during a training mission

Bangladesh's founding leader Sheikh Mujibur Rahman has been conferred the prestigious Gandhi Peace Prize 2020 posthumously. This has come just days before Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is due to visit Bangladesh to take part in his birth centenary celebrations.

Bangladesh's founding leader Sheikh Mujibur Rahman has been conferred the prestigious Gandhi Peace Prize 2020 posthumously. This has come just days before Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is due to visit Bangladesh to take part in his birth centenary celebrations. Meanwhile, two fighter jets have collided in Taiwan. This is third crash in past six months. Read this and more in our Top 10 World News Bangladesh's founding leader Sheikh Mujibur Rahman conferred with Gandhi Peace Prize The award, instituted in 1995, has been awarded posthumously for the first time accordingly to the ministry of culture Russia says regrets US refusal to attend Putin-Biden live debate On Friday, the Kremlin's spokesman, Dmitry Peskov, said Putin's offer of talks remained open and that Putin could do any time that was convenient for Biden, though the offer would not stay on the table indefinitely. India, Pakistan to hold first meeting in three years on water-sharing rights Pakistan's foreign ministry spokesman Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri confirmed the talks will take place Europe must act as Lebanon collapses: France Paris has spearheaded international efforts to rescue the former French protectorate from its deepest crisis since the 1975-1990 civil war, but after seven months has failed so far to persuade squabbling politicians to adopt a reform roadmap or form a new government to unlock international aid EU approves sanctions on China, Myanmar over rights abuses The highly symbolic move -- reported by EU diplomats and expected to be formally unveiled in the EU's official journal later Monday -- is the first time Brussels has hit Beijing over human rights abuses since it imposed an arms embargo in 1989 Will 'vaccination nation' Israel vote for Prime Minister Netanyahu? Opinion polls showed an uptick for Likud in the campaign's home stretch, giving a Netanyahu-led coalition of conservative and ultra-Orthodox Jewish parties around 60 seats, still short of a majority in the 120-member parliament Eight Hong Kong democracy activists set to return from China after jail terms They were among 12 activists whose boat was intercepted at sea by mainland authorities in August 2020 allegedly en route to the democratic island of Taiwan. All had faced charges in Hong Kong over the pro-democracy protest movement and are expected to be taken directly into custody on their return Pentagon ready to unveil secret report of UFOs breaking sound barrier The DIA and Secretary of Defence were given less than six months to provide information on 'unidentified aerial phenomena' to the congress and committees of armed services, according to former president Trump's move EU asks Turkey to rethink exit from women's rights treaty EU's foreign policy chief said that Turkey's exit sent a wrong message to the world Taiwan loses two fighter jets in collision, third crash in six months Taiwan's air force said two air force F-5E fighters, each with one pilot aboard, crashed into the sea off the island's southeastern coast after they apparently collided in mid-air during a training mission

Top 10 World News: Bangabandhu gets Gandhi Peace Prize, Taiwan jet crash, and more

The line of actual control standoff involving Chinese aggressive actions in Eastern Ladakh was discussed during the meeting of India's defense minister Rajnath Singh and visiting US Defense secretary Lloyd Austin in Delhi on Saturday. In other news, two cases of blood clotting were detected in Denmark after administration of AstraZeneca COVID vaccine. A strong earthquake struck off the coast of Japan

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/chinese-actions-at-lac-discussed-during-austin-rajnath-singh-meeting-371938">Chinese actions at LAC discussed during Austin-Rajnath Singh meeting</a>

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During the press statements after the over one-hour-long meeting both sides spoke on "free and open Indo Pacific", a term increasingly in usage amid the Chinese aggressive actions in the region

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkey-criticised-after-withdrawing-from-treaty-preventing-violence-against-women-371929">Turkey criticised after withdrawing from treaty preventing violence against women</a>

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Council of Europe, a top rights body, denounced Turkey's decision to withdraw from a treaty it sponsored

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-prime-minister-imran-khan-tests-positive-for-coronavirus-371904">Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan tests positive for coronavirus</a>

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Khan received the first shot of vaccination against COVID-19 on Friday. He reportedly had shown symptoms of Covid-19 on the same day he was administered the first dose of the vaccine.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/over-60-lawmakers-call-for-protests-to-be-allowed-in-england-during-lockdown-371923">Over 60 lawmakers call for protests to be allowed in England during lockdown</a>

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Under England's coronavirus rules, it is unlawful for groups to gather for protests and police warned people on Saturday not to head to central London for planned demonstrations, including by anti-lockdown campaigners

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-cases-of-blood-clots-reported-after-astrazeneca-shot-in-denmark-371914">Two cases of blood clots reported after AstraZeneca shot in Denmark&nbsp;</a>

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The Capital Region of Denmark, the authority that runs public hospitals in Copenhagen, said one of the hospital staff had died and both had received the AstraZeneca vaccine less than 14 days before getting ill

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/berlin-braces-for-far-right-protests-counter-demonstrations-371941">Berlin braces for far-right protests, counter-demonstrations&nbsp;</a>

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Protests are planned by right-wing groups, including Reich Citizens, or Reichsbuerger, who do not recognise the authority of the modern German state, reports Xinhua news agency

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/britain-hits-milestone-as-half-of-all-adults-get-first-vaccine-dose-371931">Britain hits milestone as half of all adults get first vaccine dose</a>

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Health minister Matt Hancock said on Twitter, the figure had been reached after a record 660,276 shots were administered on Friday

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tsunami-advisory-issued-in-japan-after-72-magnitude-earthquake-371907">7.2 magnitude earthquake hits off Japan coast</a>

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Inspection of region's nuclear plants was carried out. Train services including shinkansen bullet trains were suspended

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/europe-becomes-first-region-to-surpass-1-million-covid-deaths-371889">Europe becomes first region to surpass 1 million Covid deaths</a>

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The European region has administered about 12 vaccine shots for every 100 people, behind the United States which has administered about 34 doses per 100 people, according to figures from Our World in Data.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/nasa-posts-beautiful-photo-of-fifth-brightest-galaxy-in-the-sky-371947">NASA posts beautiful photo of fifth brightest galaxy in the sky</a>

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NASA has clicked the beautiful galaxy with the help of its James Webb Space telescope

The line of actual control standoff involving Chinese aggressive actions in Eastern Ladakh was discussed during the meeting of India's defense minister Rajnath Singh and visiting US Defense secretary Lloyd Austin in Delhi on Saturday.

The line of actual control standoff involving Chinese aggressive actions in Eastern Ladakh was discussed during the meeting of India's defense minister Rajnath Singh and visiting US Defense secretary Lloyd Austin in Delhi on Saturday. In other news, two cases of blood clotting were detected in Denmark after administration of AstraZeneca COVID vaccine. A strong earthquake struck off the coast of Japan Chinese actions at LAC discussed during Austin-Rajnath Singh meeting During the press statements after the over one-hour-long meeting both sides spoke on "free and open Indo Pacific", a term increasingly in usage amid the Chinese aggressive actions in the region Turkey criticised after withdrawing from treaty preventing violence against women Council of Europe, a top rights body, denounced Turkey's decision to withdraw from a treaty it sponsored Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan tests positive for coronavirus Khan received the first shot of vaccination against COVID-19 on Friday. He reportedly had shown symptoms of Covid-19 on the same day he was administered the first dose of the vaccine. Over 60 lawmakers call for protests to be allowed in England during lockdown Under England's coronavirus rules, it is unlawful for groups to gather for protests and police warned people on Saturday not to head to central London for planned demonstrations, including by anti-lockdown campaigners Two cases of blood clots reported after AstraZeneca shot in Denmark The Capital Region of Denmark, the authority that runs public hospitals in Copenhagen, said one of the hospital staff had died and both had received the AstraZeneca vaccine less than 14 days before getting ill Berlin braces for far-right protests, counter-demonstrations Protests are planned by right-wing groups, including Reich Citizens, or Reichsbuerger, who do not recognise the authority of the modern German state, reports Xinhua news agency Britain hits milestone as half of all adults get first vaccine dose Health minister Matt Hancock said on Twitter, the figure had been reached after a record 660,276 shots were administered on Friday 7.2 magnitude earthquake hits off Japan coast Inspection of region's nuclear plants was carried out. Train services including shinkansen bullet trains were suspended Europe becomes first region to surpass 1 million Covid deaths The European region has administered about 12 vaccine shots for every 100 people, behind the United States which has administered about 34 doses per 100 people, according to figures from Our World in Data. NASA posts beautiful photo of fifth brightest galaxy in the sky NASA has clicked the beautiful galaxy with the help of its James Webb Space telescope

Top 10 World News: Rajnath-Austin discuss LAC, Japan earthquake, and more

US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin arrived in India on Friday. He is expected to meet PM Modi. This is the first visit by a top Biden administration official. Meanwhile, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has praised Vladimir Putin. Tanzania has sworn in its first female president. Read this and more in Top 10 World News at this time.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/us-secretary-of-defence-lloyd-austin-arrives-in-india-371698">US Secretary of Defence Lloyd Austin arrives in India</a>

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US Secretary of Defence Lloyd Austin has arrived in India.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/erdogan-slams-biden-for-killer-remarks-says-putins-response-elegant-371736">Erdogan slams Biden for 'killer' remarks, says Putin's response 'elegant'</a>

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Erdogan also praised Putin for his response to the US president, calling his answer 'very smart' and 'elegant'

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/bbcs-myanmar-journalist-goes-missing-as-crackdown-on-dissent-continues-371730">BBC's Myanmar journalist goes missing as crackdown on dissent continues</a>

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More than 30 journalists have been arrested since the coup in Myanmar on February 1, according to the Assistance Association for Political Prisoners monitoring group

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-takes-legal-action-against-uk-over-gibraltar-tax-371692">EU takes legal action against UK over Gibraltar tax</a>

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This can potentially be a start of big legal fight

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-military-bans-tesla-cars-in-its-complexes-over-security-concerns-371727">Chinese military bans Tesla cars in its complexes over security concerns</a>

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Tesla, like several other automobile manufacturers, uses internal cameras to provide assistance in parking and self-parking functions

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-arabian-oil-refinery-on-fire-due-to-drone-attack-says-ministry-371734">Saudi Arabian oil refinery on fire due to drone attack, says ministry</a>

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No casualties have been reported

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/prepared-for-worst-kremlin-on-possible-new-cold-war-with-us-371691">'Prepared for worst': Kremlin on possible new Cold War with US</a>

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It comes after Russian President Vladimir Putin mocked Joe Biden for calling him a 'killer', saying 'it takes one to know one', as ties between Moscow and Washington sank to new lows

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tanzania-swears-in-samia-suluhu-hassan-as-first-female-president-371610">Tanzania swears in Samia Suluhu Hassan as first female president</a>

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Samia Suluhu Hassan, 61, was sworn in at State House in the country’s commercial capital Dar es Salaam.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sensed-strong-smell-of-gunpowder-in-us-talks-says-china-371685">Sensed strong smell of gunpowder in US talks, says China</a>

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The first high-level US-China meeting of the Biden administration got off to a fiery start on Thursday in Achorage with both sides levelling sharp rebukes of the others' policies in a rare public display that underscored the level of bilateral tension

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/australian-bushfires-spewed-as-much-smoke-into-stratosphere-as-a-large-volcano-371678">Australian bushfires spewed as much smoke into stratosphere as a large volcano</a>

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The amount of smoke released into the atmosphere by the fires is comparable to that put out by the eruption of Mount Pinatubo in the Philippines in 1991, which was the second-largest of the 20th century.

US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin arrived in India on Friday. He is expected to meet PM Modi. This is the first visit by a top Biden administration official. Meanwhile, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has praised Vladimir Putin.

US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin arrived in India on Friday. He is expected to meet PM Modi. This is the first visit by a top Biden administration official. Meanwhile, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has praised Vladimir Putin. Tanzania has sworn in its first female president. Read this and more in Top 10 World News at this time. US Secretary of Defence Lloyd Austin arrives in India US Secretary of Defence Lloyd Austin has arrived in India. Erdogan slams Biden for 'killer' remarks, says Putin's response 'elegant' Erdogan also praised Putin for his response to the US president, calling his answer 'very smart' and 'elegant' BBC's Myanmar journalist goes missing as crackdown on dissent continues More than 30 journalists have been arrested since the coup in Myanmar on February 1, according to the Assistance Association for Political Prisoners monitoring group EU takes legal action against UK over Gibraltar tax This can potentially be a start of big legal fight Chinese military bans Tesla cars in its complexes over security concerns Tesla, like several other automobile manufacturers, uses internal cameras to provide assistance in parking and self-parking functions Saudi Arabian oil refinery on fire due to drone attack, says ministry No casualties have been reported 'Prepared for worst': Kremlin on possible new Cold War with US It comes after Russian President Vladimir Putin mocked Joe Biden for calling him a 'killer', saying 'it takes one to know one', as ties between Moscow and Washington sank to new lows Tanzania swears in Samia Suluhu Hassan as first female president Samia Suluhu Hassan, 61, was sworn in at State House in the country’s commercial capital Dar es Salaam. Sensed strong smell of gunpowder in US talks, says China The first high-level US-China meeting of the Biden administration got off to a fiery start on Thursday in Achorage with both sides levelling sharp rebukes of the others' policies in a rare public display that underscored the level of bilateral tension Australian bushfires spewed as much smoke into stratosphere as a large volcano The amount of smoke released into the atmosphere by the fires is comparable to that put out by the eruption of Mount Pinatubo in the Philippines in 1991, which was the second-largest of the 20th century.

Top 10 world news: Lloyd Austin in India, Tanzania's first female president, and more

Russian President, Vladimir Putin, has broken silence over Joe Biden's comments against him. Meanwhile, the G7 countries have asked Russia to&nbsp;respect "international obligations". Russia, on the other hand, is busy imposing a Twitter ban on its opposition media house's account.

Click on headlines to read more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/takes-one-to-know-one-putin-strikes-back-on-bidens-killer-comment-371402">'Takes one to know one': Putin strikes back on Biden's 'killer' comment</a>

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Putin added that Moscow would not sever ties with Washington but would work with the US on terms "beneficial" to Russia.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/crisis-of-century-eu-threatens-ban-on-coronavirus-vaccine-exports-to-uk-371435" hreflang="en">'Crisis of century': EU threatens ban on coronavirus vaccine exports to UK</a>

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EU chief Ursula von der Leyen gave her warning as Brussels unveiled its plan for a vaccine travel certificate, part of its effort to free up travel despite an emerging third wave of the pandemic.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spain-legalises-euthanasia-assisted-suicide-371433">Spain legalises euthanasia, assisted suicide</a>

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The vote, which passed by 202 in favour and 141 against and two abstentions in the 350-seat chamber, makes Spain the fourth European nation to decriminalise assisted suicide, alongside the Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/parents-of-atlanta-shooter-handed-over-gps-to-police-to-track-him-371443">Parents of Atlanta shooter handed over GPS to police to track him</a>

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While the police are unsure as to why Long's parents were tracking him, they agreed that the cooperation from his parents was one of the most essential aide in tracking Long.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-will-never-accept-russias-occupation-of-crimea-g7-371383">We will never accept Russia's occupation of Crimea: G7</a>

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Asking Moscow to respect "international obligations", the G7 nations on Thursday refused to recognise Russia's occupation of Crimea.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trumps-net-worth-dropped-by-700m-during-presidency-371457" hreflang="en">Donald Trump's net worth dropped by $700m during presidency</a>

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According to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, the former US president's net worth dropped by nearly $700 million and reached $2.3 billion.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/three-chinese-telecom-firms-face-threat-to-work-in-us-as-regulator-begins-probe-371444" hreflang="en">3 Chinese telecom firms face threat to work in US as regulator begins probe</a>

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Failure to prove that they were not under "undue influence" from Beijing, three Chinese state-owned telecommunications companies could be barred to operate in the United States.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-blasts-us-attempt-to-initiate-contact-as-cheap-trick-371398" hreflang="en">North Korea blasts US attempt to initiate contact as 'cheap trick'</a>

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The statement by Choe Son Hui, first vice minister of foreign affairs for North Korea, is the first formal rejection of tentative approaches by the new US administration under President Joe Biden, who took office in January.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-watchdog-asks-twitter-to-delete-oppositions-content-reports-371470" hreflang="en">Russian watchdog asks Twitter to delete opposition's content: Reports</a>

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&nbsp;The media house has been accused of posting content that shows Russia in a negative light and labels the country as 'undesirable, MBK said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hundreds-of-child-sex-abuse-cases-revealed-in-german-diocese-report-371421" hreflang="en">Hundreds of child sex abuse cases revealed in German diocese: Report</a>

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The 800-page report on the Cologne diocese was commissioned by the Roman Catholic Church and uncovered 202 perpetrators of sexual assault and 314 victims.

Russian President, Vladimir Putin, has broken silence over Joe Biden's comments against him. Meanwhile, the G7 countries have asked Russia to respect "international obligations".

Russian President, Vladimir Putin, has broken silence over Joe Biden's comments against him. Meanwhile, the G7 countries have asked Russia to respect "international obligations". Russia, on the other hand, is busy imposing a Twitter ban on its opposition media house's account. Click on headlines to read more 'Takes one to know one': Putin strikes back on Biden's 'killer' comment Putin added that Moscow would not sever ties with Washington but would work with the US on terms "beneficial" to Russia. 'Crisis of century': EU threatens ban on coronavirus vaccine exports to UK EU chief Ursula von der Leyen gave her warning as Brussels unveiled its plan for a vaccine travel certificate, part of its effort to free up travel despite an emerging third wave of the pandemic. Spain legalises euthanasia, assisted suicide The vote, which passed by 202 in favour and 141 against and two abstentions in the 350-seat chamber, makes Spain the fourth European nation to decriminalise assisted suicide, alongside the Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg. Parents of Atlanta shooter handed over GPS to police to track him While the police are unsure as to why Long's parents were tracking him, they agreed that the cooperation from his parents was one of the most essential aide in tracking Long. We will never accept Russia's occupation of Crimea: G7 Asking Moscow to respect "international obligations", the G7 nations on Thursday refused to recognise Russia's occupation of Crimea. Donald Trump's net worth dropped by $700m during presidency According to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, the former US president's net worth dropped by nearly $700 million and reached $2.3 billion. 3 Chinese telecom firms face threat to work in US as regulator begins probe Failure to prove that they were not under "undue influence" from Beijing, three Chinese state-owned telecommunications companies could be barred to operate in the United States. North Korea blasts US attempt to initiate contact as 'cheap trick' The statement by Choe Son Hui, first vice minister of foreign affairs for North Korea, is the first formal rejection of tentative approaches by the new US administration under President Joe Biden, who took office in January. Russian watchdog asks Twitter to delete opposition's content: Reports The media house has been accused of posting content that shows Russia in a negative light and labels the country as 'undesirable, MBK said. Hundreds of child sex abuse cases revealed in German diocese: Report The 800-page report on the Cologne diocese was commissioned by the Roman Catholic Church and uncovered 202 perpetrators of sexual assault and 314 victims.

Top 10 world news today: Putin reacts to Biden, EU warns vaccine export ban, and more

After reports of blood clots as a side-effect of AstraZeneca's coronavirus vaccine, the WHO has approved the vaccine for the time being and UK's Prime Minister Boris Johnson ha announced he will take a jab of the same vaccine. Meanwhile, the Presidents of Russia and US are at each other's throat regarding accusations of meddling in US election 2020. Taliban and US, too, are stuck in disagreements regarding&nbsp;withdrawal of US troops.

Click on headlines to read more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/bangladesh-begins-celebrations-to-mark-golden-jubilee-of-independence-371161" hreflang="en">Bangladesh starts celebrations to mark 50 years of independence</a>

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Indian Prime Minister Modi will visit Bangladesh for a two-day visit on March 26 and will join the main Independence Day celebrations that also marks 50 years of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-says-us-troops-withdrawal-tough-by-may-1-taliban-warns-of-consequences-371196">Biden says US troops withdrawal 'tough' by May; Taliban warns of consequences</a>

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The Taliban has retaliated by asserting that the US troops must leave Afghanistan by the decided deadline or face the "consequences".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-backs-use-of-astrazeneca-vaccine-approves-jj-for-covid-variants-371182">WHO backs use of AstraZeneca vaccine; approves J&amp;J for COVID variants</a>

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The statement has come after several countries temporarily suspended the use of AstraZeneca after a few cases of formation of blood clots were reported around the world.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-dismisses-us-reports-on-poll-meddling-as-biden-doubles-down-on-allegations-371153">Russia dismisses US reports on poll meddling as Biden doubles down on allegations</a>

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'The document prepared by the US intelligence community is another set of groundless accusations against our country of interfering in American internal political processes,' Russia replied.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/i-too-kneel-says-pope-francis-about-myanmar-nun-who-tried-to-stop-violence-371131">'I too kneel,' says Pope Francis on Myanmar nun who tried to stop violence</a>

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Ann Rose Nu Tawng's image of kneeling in front of the police went viral earlier this month and was praised worldwide as a symbol of peace to counter the junta's brutal crackdown.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uks-boris-johnson-to-get-astrazeneca-vaccine-as-he-dismisses-safety-fears-371185" hreflang="en">UK's Boris Johnson to get AstraZeneca vaccine as he dismisses safety fears</a>

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The comments made by Johnson came after he repeatedly insisted that AstraZeneca's vaccine is safe despite many European nations stopping its rollout over cases of blood clots.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-strengthens-deployments-in-south-china-sea-gets-us-nod-for-submarine-parts-371123" hreflang="en">Taiwan bolsters South China Sea deployment, gets US submarine parts export nod</a>

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Speaking in parliament, Defence Minister Chiu Kuo-cheng, who took up his post last month, said Taiwan has increased personnel and armaments on Itu Aba, the main island Taiwan occupies in the South China Sea.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/man-who-survived-ebola-five-years-ago-may-have-transmitted-it-through-semen-in-guinea-371135">Man who survived Ebola five years ago may have transmitted it through semen in Guinea</a>

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Scientists have concluded that the Guinea outbreak has definitely been spread from someone who survived the 2014-2016 epidemic in West Africa.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-bangladesh-discuss-teesta-pact-flood-management-at-water-secretaries-talks-371111" hreflang="en">India, Bangladesh discuss Teesta pact, flood management during talks</a>

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India and Bangladesh share 54 common rivers. During the almost day-long talks in Delhi both sides agreed to expand cooperation to include mitigation of pollution, riverbank protection and basin management.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-chief-proposes-digital-green-certificates-and-stricter-curbs-on-vaccine-exports-371168" hreflang="en">EU Chief proposes 'digital green certificates' and curbs on vaccine exports</a>

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This warning has come as the EU has been on crossroads with the UK over vaccine delivery after the EU accused Britain of operating a de facto export ban, which Boris Johnson denied.

After reports of blood clots as a side-effect of AstraZeneca's coronavirus vaccine, the WHO has approved the vaccine for the time being and UK's Prime Minister Boris Johnson ha announced he will take a jab of the same vaccine.

After reports of blood clots as a side-effect of AstraZeneca's coronavirus vaccine, the WHO has approved the vaccine for the time being and UK's Prime Minister Boris Johnson ha announced he will take a jab of the same vaccine. Meanwhile, the Presidents of Russia and US are at each other's throat regarding accusations of meddling in US election 2020. Taliban and US, too, are stuck in disagreements regarding withdrawal of US troops. Click on headlines to read more Bangladesh starts celebrations to mark 50 years of independence Indian Prime Minister Modi will visit Bangladesh for a two-day visit on March 26 and will join the main Independence Day celebrations that also marks 50 years of diplomatic relations between the two countries. Biden says US troops withdrawal 'tough' by May; Taliban warns of consequences The Taliban has retaliated by asserting that the US troops must leave Afghanistan by the decided deadline or face the "consequences". WHO backs use of AstraZeneca vaccine; approves J&J for COVID variants The statement has come after several countries temporarily suspended the use of AstraZeneca after a few cases of formation of blood clots were reported around the world. Russia dismisses US reports on poll meddling as Biden doubles down on allegations 'The document prepared by the US intelligence community is another set of groundless accusations against our country of interfering in American internal political processes,' Russia replied. 'I too kneel,' says Pope Francis on Myanmar nun who tried to stop violence Ann Rose Nu Tawng's image of kneeling in front of the police went viral earlier this month and was praised worldwide as a symbol of peace to counter the junta's brutal crackdown. UK's Boris Johnson to get AstraZeneca vaccine as he dismisses safety fears The comments made by Johnson came after he repeatedly insisted that AstraZeneca's vaccine is safe despite many European nations stopping its rollout over cases of blood clots. Taiwan bolsters South China Sea deployment, gets US submarine parts export nod Speaking in parliament, Defence Minister Chiu Kuo-cheng, who took up his post last month, said Taiwan has increased personnel and armaments on Itu Aba, the main island Taiwan occupies in the South China Sea. Man who survived Ebola five years ago may have transmitted it through semen in Guinea Scientists have concluded that the Guinea outbreak has definitely been spread from someone who survived the 2014-2016 epidemic in West Africa. India, Bangladesh discuss Teesta pact, flood management during talks India and Bangladesh share 54 common rivers. During the almost day-long talks in Delhi both sides agreed to expand cooperation to include mitigation of pollution, riverbank protection and basin management. EU Chief proposes 'digital green certificates' and curbs on vaccine exports This warning has come as the EU has been on crossroads with the UK over vaccine delivery after the EU accused Britain of operating a de facto export ban, which Boris Johnson denied.

Top 10 world news: WHO backs AstraZeneca and J&J, Biden warns Putin, and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-planning-to-increase-nuclear-weapons-stockpile-govt-review-370906" hreflang="en">UK planning to increase nuclear weapons stockpile: govt review</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-postpones-coronavirus-origin-report-likely-to-be-out-next-week-370924">WHO postpones coronavirus origin report, likely due next week</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-secretary-of-state-antony-blinken-warns-china-against-coercion-and-aggression-370894">US Secretary of State Blinken warns China against 'coercion and aggression'</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-gives-twitter-one-month-to-remove-banned-content-370938" hreflang="en">Russia gives Twitter one month to remove 'banned' content</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/prince-philip-leaves-hospital-after-four-weeks-of-treatment-370919" hreflang="en">Prince Philip leaves hospital after four weeks of treatment</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kremlin-critic-alexei-navalny-claims-he-is-locked-up-in-concentration-camp-outside-moscow-370910" hreflang="en">Kremlin critic Navalny claims he is locked up in 'concentration camp'</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-coronavirus-strain-discovered-in-frances-brittany-region-health-ministry-370870" hreflang="en">New coronavirus strain discovered in France's Brittany region: Health Ministry</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/encrypted-messaging-app-signal-no-longer-working-in-china-370880" hreflang="en">Encrypted messaging app Signal no longer working in China</a>

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UK planning to increase nuclear weapons stockpile: govt review WHO postpones coronavirus origin report, likely due next week US Secretary of State Blinken warns

UK planning to increase nuclear weapons stockpile: govt review WHO postpones coronavirus origin report, likely due next week US Secretary of State Blinken warns China against 'coercion and aggression' Russia gives Twitter one month to remove 'banned' content Prince Philip leaves hospital after four weeks of treatment Kremlin critic Navalny claims he is locked up in 'concentration camp' New coronavirus strain discovered in France's Brittany region: Health Ministry 138 killed in Myanmar's anti-coup protests since February 1: UN Encrypted messaging app Signal no longer working in China

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After sending a warning to China, Sri Lanka has asked retail giant Amazon to take down bikinis, briefs and doormats featuring the nation's lion flag from its site. Meanwhile, in the west, the&nbsp;has the US has also labelled&nbsp;Chinese tech companies, including Huawei, as national security threats.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-designates-five-chinese-companies-as-security-threats-370412" hreflang="en">US designates five Chinese companies as security threats</a>

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In light of the worsening relations between the United States and China, Washington has labeled Chinese tech companies, including Huawei, as national security threats.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/sri-lanka-tells-amazon-to-remove-bikinis-doormats-featuring-its-lion-flag-370402">Sri Lanka tells Amazon to remove bikinis, doormats featuring its lion flag</a>

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Several Chinese vendors on Amazon were offering the non-slip doormat at prices ranging from $10 to $24, and the lion-printed briefs and bikini from $9.20 to $17.30.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-calls-on-russia-to-end-persecution-of-independent-voices-370409">US calls on Russia to end persecution of independent voices</a>

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Taking to Twitter, the US Secretary of State Antony Blinken called for an end to the 'persecution of independent voices'.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pope-says-10th-anniversary-of-syrian-war-must-speed-up-peace-efforts-370415" hreflang="en">Pope says 10th anniversary of Syrian war must speed up peace efforts</a>

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In mid-March, 2011, peaceful pro-democracy protests snowballed into a bloody conflict that sucked in major world powers.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/beds-shortage-forces-france-to-evacuate-over-100-covid-patients-from-paris-370413" hreflang="en">Beds' shortage forces France to evacuate over 100 COVID patients from Paris</a>

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Coronavirus hospitals in Paris are running up to their full capacity, leading to a massive shortage of beds, especially in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/hindus-pardon-mob-accused-of-vandalising-temple-in-pakistan-370419" hreflang="en">Hindus 'pardon' mob accused of vandalising temple in Pakistan</a>

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The local clerics and members of the Hindu community held a meeting on Saturday to resolve the dispute.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/google-collects-data-in-incognito-mode-consumers-allege-in-lawsuit-370408" hreflang="en">Google collects data in incognito mode, consumers allege in lawsuit</a>

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It has been revealed that Google secretly scoops out users' data, even in the incognito mode, defying the basic idea of this model.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/this-planet-is-hotter-than-80-per-cent-of-stars-in-the-universe-370398" hreflang="en">This planet is hotter than 80 per cent of stars in the universe</a>

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Can you imagine a space body almost hot as our Sun all the while being a 'planet'? Well, there are such planets.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ireland-suspends-use-of-astrazeneca-coronavirus-vaccine-370416" hreflang="en">Ireland suspends use of AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine</a>

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This decision has been taken after there were several reported cases of blood clots being formed in people who took a shot of AstraZeneca's coronavirus vaccine.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/protesters-attack-iran-coastguard-base-several-persons-wounded-370410" hreflang="en">Protesters attack Iran coastguard base, several persons wounded</a>

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As per the reports, the clash erupted after a young man was killed in a confrontation between the coastguard and fuel smugglers.

After sending a warning to China, Sri Lanka has asked retail giant Amazon to take down bikinis, briefs and doormats featuring the nation's lion flag from its site.

After sending a warning to China, Sri Lanka has asked retail giant Amazon to take down bikinis, briefs and doormats featuring the nation's lion flag from its site. Meanwhile, in the west, the has the US has also labelled Chinese tech companies, including Huawei, as national security threats. Click on headlines to read more US designates five Chinese companies as security threats In light of the worsening relations between the United States and China, Washington has labeled Chinese tech companies, including Huawei, as national security threats. Sri Lanka tells Amazon to remove bikinis, doormats featuring its lion flag Several Chinese vendors on Amazon were offering the non-slip doormat at prices ranging from $10 to $24, and the lion-printed briefs and bikini from $9.20 to $17.30. US calls on Russia to end persecution of independent voices Taking to Twitter, the US Secretary of State Antony Blinken called for an end to the 'persecution of independent voices'. Pope says 10th anniversary of Syrian war must speed up peace efforts In mid-March, 2011, peaceful pro-democracy protests snowballed into a bloody conflict that sucked in major world powers. Beds' shortage forces France to evacuate over 100 COVID patients from Paris Coronavirus hospitals in Paris are running up to their full capacity, leading to a massive shortage of beds, especially in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Hindus 'pardon' mob accused of vandalising temple in Pakistan The local clerics and members of the Hindu community held a meeting on Saturday to resolve the dispute. Google collects data in incognito mode, consumers allege in lawsuit It has been revealed that Google secretly scoops out users' data, even in the incognito mode, defying the basic idea of this model. This planet is hotter than 80 per cent of stars in the universe Can you imagine a space body almost hot as our Sun all the while being a 'planet'? Well, there are such planets. Ireland suspends use of AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine This decision has been taken after there were several reported cases of blood clots being formed in people who took a shot of AstraZeneca's coronavirus vaccine. Protesters attack Iran coastguard base, several persons wounded As per the reports, the clash erupted after a young man was killed in a confrontation between the coastguard and fuel smugglers.

Top 10 world news today: US attacks Chinese companies, Sri Lanka warns Amazon, and more

Police in Russia detained 150 independent and opposition leaders from a meeting in Moscow. They have been accused of 'undesirable organisation'. In other news, Bitcoin has hit a new high. Fresh deaths have occurred in Myanmar. Read this and more in top 10 world news.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-detains-around-150-people-including-opposition-figures-370218">Russia detains around 150 people, including opposition figures &nbsp;</a>

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The forum, scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, was a gathering of municipal deputies from all over the country, Andrei Pivovarov, the event's organiser and executive director of Open Russia, a British-based group founded by exiled former oil tycoon and Kremlin critic Mikhail Khodorkovsky, told radio station Echo Moskvy

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/sri-lanka-legalises-detention-for-deradicalisation-370228">Sri Lanka legalises detention for 'deradicalisation'</a>

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These rules have been set up under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA), which has been a topic of debate for a long time from local and international rights groups

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/several-protesters-killed-in-myanmar-capital-in-overnight-protests-370154">Several protesters killed in Myanmar capital in overnight protests</a>

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On Saturday, activists called for more anti-coup protests on the death anniversary of Phone Maw, a student whose killing in 1988 sparked an uprising against the government.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/bitcoin-goes-past-usd-60000-for-first-time-370229">Bitcoin goes past USD 60,000 for first time</a>

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The most popular virtual currency hit the new high with increasing backing from corporate heavyweights

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-no-longer-compliant-with-hong-kong-joint-declaration-uks-raab-says-370225">China no longer 'compliant' with Hong Kong joint declaration, UK's Raab says</a>

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As per the treaty, Hong Kong is guaranteed the status of a financial hub and should have freedom of speech and autonomy to manage its own affairs, without foreign interference and impositions

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ethiopia-rejects-us-allegations-of-ethnic-cleansing-in-tigray-370232">Ethiopia rejects US allegations of ethnic cleansing in Tigray&nbsp;</a>

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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Wednesday, he wanted to see Eritrean forces and those from the Amhara region replaced in Tigray by security forces that will respect human rights and not 'commit acts of ethnic cleansing'

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/lifting-of-lockdown-may-trigger-anxiety-ptsd-and-more-experts-370231">Lifting of lockdown may trigger anxiety, PTSD and more: Experts</a>

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Lifting of lockdown may also be tough for people with mental health conditions as the fear of catching the deadly coronavirus may also be a trigger for their mental health issues

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jordan-hospitals-oxygen-outage-kills-six-patients-sources-370223">Jordan hospital's oxygen outage kills six patients: Sources&nbsp;</a>

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Health Minister Nathir Obeidat earlier visited the hospital and was meeting staff as security forces cordoned off the area to prevent trouble among patients' relatives

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/five-eu-states-call-for-summit-after-accusations-of-unfair-vaccine-deliveries-370216">Five EU states call for summit after accusations of 'unfair' vaccine deliveries</a>

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Five EU states — namely Austria, the Czech Republic, Slovenia, Bulgaria and Latvia — have called for an EU summit to discuss 'huge disparities' in distribution of coronavirus vaccines

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/someone-famous-lapd-catches-fake-driving-license-with-photo-of-rodrigo-duterte-370211">Someone famous: LAPD catches fake driving license with photo of Rodrigo Duterte</a>

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Internet was left in fits of laughter after the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) tweeted the photo of a fake driver's license featuring a picture of Philippine President

Police in Russia detained 150 independent and opposition leaders from a meeting in Moscow. They have been accused of 'undesirable organisation'. In other news, Bitcoin has hit a new high.

Police in Russia detained 150 independent and opposition leaders from a meeting in Moscow. They have been accused of 'undesirable organisation'. In other news, Bitcoin has hit a new high. Fresh deaths have occurred in Myanmar. Read this and more in top 10 world news. Russia detains around 150 people, including opposition figures The forum, scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, was a gathering of municipal deputies from all over the country, Andrei Pivovarov, the event's organiser and executive director of Open Russia, a British-based group founded by exiled former oil tycoon and Kremlin critic Mikhail Khodorkovsky, told radio station Echo Moskvy Sri Lanka legalises detention for 'deradicalisation' These rules have been set up under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA), which has been a topic of debate for a long time from local and international rights groups Several protesters killed in Myanmar capital in overnight protests On Saturday, activists called for more anti-coup protests on the death anniversary of Phone Maw, a student whose killing in 1988 sparked an uprising against the government. Bitcoin goes past USD 60,000 for first time The most popular virtual currency hit the new high with increasing backing from corporate heavyweights China no longer 'compliant' with Hong Kong joint declaration, UK's Raab says As per the treaty, Hong Kong is guaranteed the status of a financial hub and should have freedom of speech and autonomy to manage its own affairs, without foreign interference and impositions Ethiopia rejects US allegations of ethnic cleansing in Tigray US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Wednesday, he wanted to see Eritrean forces and those from the Amhara region replaced in Tigray by security forces that will respect human rights and not 'commit acts of ethnic cleansing' Lifting of lockdown may trigger anxiety, PTSD and more: Experts Lifting of lockdown may also be tough for people with mental health conditions as the fear of catching the deadly coronavirus may also be a trigger for their mental health issues Jordan hospital's oxygen outage kills six patients: Sources Health Minister Nathir Obeidat earlier visited the hospital and was meeting staff as security forces cordoned off the area to prevent trouble among patients' relatives Five EU states call for summit after accusations of 'unfair' vaccine deliveries Five EU states — namely Austria, the Czech Republic, Slovenia, Bulgaria and Latvia — have called for an EU summit to discuss 'huge disparities' in distribution of coronavirus vaccines Someone famous: LAPD catches fake driving license with photo of Rodrigo Duterte Internet was left in fits of laughter after the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) tweeted the photo of a fake driver's license featuring a picture of Philippine President

Top 10 world news: Russia detains opposition, Bitcoin's on new high, and more

During the first-ever summit of Quad, leaders of the four countries — the US, Japan, India and Australia — discussed regional and global issues of shared interest, and exchanges views on practical areas of cooperation towards maintaining a free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific region. Meanwhile, in the South Asian country of Pakistan, the Senate erupted into chaos over allegation of spy cameras and the win of&nbsp;PTI candidate Sadiq Sanjrani.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/live-pm-modi-says-quad-force-of-global-good-as-first-ever-summit-begins-369981" hreflang="en">LIVE: PM Modi says Quad 'force of global good' as first-ever summit begins</a>

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The first-ever summit of Quad, a grouping involving India, Japan, Australia, and US took place virtually on Friday, marking a significant geopolitical moment.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-govt-candidate-sanjrani-wins-senate-chairmanship-after-chaotic-scenes-369974">Pakistan: Govt candidate Sanjrani elected Senate chairman after chaotic scenes</a>

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After a day full of chaos, the Imran Khan-government backed PTI candidate Sadiq Sanjrani&nbsp;on Friday won the chairmanship of Pakistan's Senate.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/austrias-chancellor-accuses-eu-of-having-secret-contracts-with-vaccine-companies-369989">Austria accuses EU of having 'secret contracts' with vaccine companies</a>

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Austria's Chancellor Sebastian Kurz has suggested that some European countries have signed "secret contracts" with several&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">coronavirus vaccine</a>&nbsp;companies.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/russia-announces-support-for-afghanistan-interim-coalition-with-taliban-369958">Russia announces support for Afghanistan interim coalition with Taliban</a>

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Russia on Friday said it was in favour of Afghanistan forming an interim government including members of the Taliban, ahead of talks next week in Moscow aiming to resolve the conflict.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/mithali-raj-becomes-first-indian-woman-to-score-10000-international-runs-369902">Mithali Raj becomes first Indian woman to score 10,000 international runs</a>

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Indian ODI captain Mithali Raj on Friday became the first Indian woman to complete 10,000 runs in international cricket.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/russian-space-agency-chief-calls-us-technology-unstable-to-reach-international-space-station-369942">Russian space agency chief calls US technology 'unstable' to reach ISS</a>

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Russia last year lost its monopoly for manned flights to the International Space Station (ISS) after the first successful mission of the US company Space X.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-married-woman-who-visited-doctor-over-hurt-ankle-finds-she-was-born-man-369953" hreflang="en">China: Married woman, who visited doctor over hurt ankle finds she was born man</a>

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The 25-year-old woman discovered that she is intersex after she underwent an X-ray of her injured ankle.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/nawaz-sharif-says-pm-imran-khan-senior-military-officials-will-be-responsible-if-anything-happens-to-daughter-369967" hreflang="en">Pak PM, army officials to be responsible if anything happens to my daughter</a>

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Nawaz Sharif said that the military establishment have threatened to "smash" Maryam if she does not stop speaking against them in a video message from London.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/excellent-vaccine-who-backs-use-of-astrazenecas-coronavirus-vaccine-369954" hreflang="en">'Excellent vaccine': WHO backs use of AstraZeneca's coronavirus vaccine</a>

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After a flurry of concerning reports from various resources, the World Health Organization (WHO) has backed the use of AstraZeneca's coronavirus vaccine.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-baroness-call-for-6-pm-curfew-for-men-after-sarah-everards-murder-369961" hreflang="en">UK baroness call for 6 pm curfew for men for safety of women</a>

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This case has sent shockwaves across the globe as it has highlighted the sad situation of women safety in the world, especially in a 'developed' city as London.

During the first-ever summit of Quad, leaders of the four countries — the US, Japan, India and Australia — discussed regional and global issues of shared interest, and exchanges views on practical areas of cooperation towards maintaining a free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific region.

During the first-ever summit of Quad, leaders of the four countries — the US, Japan, India and Australia — discussed regional and global issues of shared interest, and exchanges views on practical areas of cooperation towards maintaining a free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific region. Meanwhile, in the South Asian country of Pakistan, the Senate erupted into chaos over allegation of spy cameras and the win of PTI candidate Sadiq Sanjrani. Click on headlines to read more LIVE: PM Modi says Quad 'force of global good' as first-ever summit begins The first-ever summit of Quad, a grouping involving India, Japan, Australia, and US took place virtually on Friday, marking a significant geopolitical moment. Pakistan: Govt candidate Sanjrani elected Senate chairman after chaotic scenes After a day full of chaos, the Imran Khan-government backed PTI candidate Sadiq Sanjrani on Friday won the chairmanship of Pakistan's Senate. Austria accuses EU of having 'secret contracts' with vaccine companies Austria's Chancellor Sebastian Kurz has suggested that some European countries have signed "secret contracts" with several coronavirus vaccine companies. Russia announces support for Afghanistan interim coalition with Taliban Russia on Friday said it was in favour of Afghanistan forming an interim government including members of the Taliban, ahead of talks next week in Moscow aiming to resolve the conflict. Mithali Raj becomes first Indian woman to score 10,000 international runs Indian ODI captain Mithali Raj on Friday became the first Indian woman to complete 10,000 runs in international cricket. Russian space agency chief calls US technology 'unstable' to reach ISS Russia last year lost its monopoly for manned flights to the International Space Station (ISS) after the first successful mission of the US company Space X. China: Married woman, who visited doctor over hurt ankle finds she was born man The 25-year-old woman discovered that she is intersex after she underwent an X-ray of her injured ankle. Pak PM, army officials to be responsible if anything happens to my daughter Nawaz Sharif said that the military establishment have threatened to "smash" Maryam if she does not stop speaking against them in a video message from London. 'Excellent vaccine': WHO backs use of AstraZeneca's coronavirus vaccine After a flurry of concerning reports from various resources, the World Health Organization (WHO) has backed the use of AstraZeneca's coronavirus vaccine. UK baroness call for 6 pm curfew for men for safety of women This case has sent shockwaves across the globe as it has highlighted the sad situation of women safety in the world, especially in a 'developed' city as London.

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A study has revealed that&nbsp;Pfizer-BioNTech's&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">coronavirus vaccine</a>&nbsp;has an efficacy of 97 per cent in preventing symptomatic disease. Meanwhile, the European Union's drugs regulator has&nbsp;approved&nbsp;Johnson&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;Johnson's single-dose coronavirus&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">vaccine</a>. The news is slightly bad for AstraZeneca, though, as Denmark and Norway are&nbsp;temporarily suspending the use of AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/pfizer-vaccine-97-effective-in-preventing-symptomatic-covid-19-disease-study-369728" hreflang="en">Pfizer vaccine 97% effective in preventing symptomatic Covid-19 disease: Study</a>

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Pfizer-BioNTech's coronavirus vaccine has an efficacy of 97 per cent in preventing symptomatic disease, a study based on real-world evidence published on Thursday said.&nbsp;

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Myanmar's military junta on Thursday accused detained civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi of accepting a $600,000 illegal payment and more than 11 kilograms of gold.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nancy-pelosi-accuses-china-of-destroying-tibets-culture-and-history-369731">Nancy&nbsp;Pelosi accuses China of destroying Tibet's culture and history</a>

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She&nbsp;accused China of waging a campaign to destroy Tibet's culture and history by forcing locals to sacrifice their rights and freedom.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/not-a-racist-family-prince-william-defends-royal-family-against-meghan-markles-accusation-369712">Prince William defends Royal Family against Meghan Markle's accusation</a>

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The Royal Family of the UK has been in the headlines for accusations made against them of being racist in an interview of Meghan Markle and Harry.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-vs-twitter-kremlin-says-over-3000-posts-with-illegal-content-still-not-deleted-369702">Russia vs Twitter: Kremlin says posts with illegal content still not deleted</a>

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Russia's telecommunications watchdog on Thursday said that Twitter has still not deleted over 3,000 posts with illegal content after Kremlin slowed down Twitter's services in the nation.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/england-are-favourites-to-win-t20-world-cup-says-virat-kohli-369729">England are favourites to win T20 World Cup, says Virat Kohli</a>

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Virat Kohli on Thursday said that England are favourites to win the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup, scheduled to be hosted by India later in the year. England, who are the reigning champions in the 50-over World Cup, are regarded as one of the best white-ball teams in the world as Kohli said everyone knows what they bring to the field.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-entrepreneur-selling-donald-trumps-buddha-statue-at-this-price-369704" hreflang="en">Chinese entrepreneur selling Donald Trump's Buddha statue at this price</a>

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A Chinese entrepreneur is selling a pensive statue of former US President Donald Trump sitting cross-legged and with his eyes closed in a zen position, draped in a robe, a pose associated with Buddha.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-open-transparent-on-covid-19-will-work-with-who-to-find-origins-premier-li-keqiang-369737" hreflang="en">'China 'open, transparent' on Covid-19, will work with WHO to find origins'</a>

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Chinese Premier Li Keqiang said on Thursday that China is "open, transparent and cooperative" on the novel coronavirus and will continue to work with the World Health Organization (WHO) to find the origins of the virus.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/nine-protestors-killed-in-myanmar-several-injured-369724">Nine protestors killed in Myanmar; several injured</a>

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In the continued protests over the military coup and detention of the popular leader Aung San Suu Kyi, nine protestors have been shot dead on Thursday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/denmark-suspends-use-of-astrazeneca-covid-vaccine-due-to-blood-clot-fears-369692">Denmark, Norway suspend use of AstraZeneca vaccine due to blood clot fears</a>

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Health authorities in Denmark said on Thursday said that they were temporarily suspending use of COVID-19 vaccine.&nbsp;This precaution is being taken as some patients developed blood clots after they received the vaccine.&nbsp;

A study has revealed that Pfizer-BioNTech's coronavirus vaccine has an efficacy of 97 per cent in preventing symptomatic disease. Meanwhile, the European Union's drugs regulator has approved Johnson & Johnson's single-dose coronavirus vaccine.

A study has revealed that Pfizer-BioNTech's coronavirus vaccine has an efficacy of 97 per cent in preventing symptomatic disease. Meanwhile, the European Union's drugs regulator has approved Johnson & Johnson's single-dose coronavirus vaccine. The news is slightly bad for AstraZeneca, though, as Denmark and Norway are temporarily suspending the use of AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine. Click on headlines to read more Pfizer vaccine 97% effective in preventing symptomatic Covid-19 disease: Study Pfizer-BioNTech's coronavirus vaccine has an efficacy of 97 per cent in preventing symptomatic disease, a study based on real-world evidence published on Thursday said. Myanmar junta accuses Suu Kyi of taking $600,000 illegal payment Myanmar's military junta on Thursday accused detained civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi of accepting a $600,000 illegal payment and more than 11 kilograms of gold. Nancy Pelosi accuses China of destroying Tibet's culture and history She accused China of waging a campaign to destroy Tibet's culture and history by forcing locals to sacrifice their rights and freedom. Prince William defends Royal Family against Meghan Markle's accusation The Royal Family of the UK has been in the headlines for accusations made against them of being racist in an interview of Meghan Markle and Harry. Russia vs Twitter: Kremlin says posts with illegal content still not deleted Russia's telecommunications watchdog on Thursday said that Twitter has still not deleted over 3,000 posts with illegal content after Kremlin slowed down Twitter's services in the nation. England are favourites to win T20 World Cup, says Virat Kohli Virat Kohli on Thursday said that England are favourites to win the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup, scheduled to be hosted by India later in the year. England, who are the reigning champions in the 50-over World Cup, are regarded as one of the best white-ball teams in the world as Kohli said everyone knows what they bring to the field. Chinese entrepreneur selling Donald Trump's Buddha statue at this price A Chinese entrepreneur is selling a pensive statue of former US President Donald Trump sitting cross-legged and with his eyes closed in a zen position, draped in a robe, a pose associated with Buddha. 'China 'open, transparent' on Covid-19, will work with WHO to find origins' Chinese Premier Li Keqiang said on Thursday that China is "open, transparent and cooperative" on the novel coronavirus and will continue to work with the World Health Organization (WHO) to find the origins of the virus. Nine protestors killed in Myanmar; several injured In the continued protests over the military coup and detention of the popular leader Aung San Suu Kyi, nine protestors have been shot dead on Thursday. Denmark, Norway suspend use of AstraZeneca vaccine due to blood clot fears Health authorities in Denmark said on Thursday said that they were temporarily suspending use of COVID-19 vaccine. This precaution is being taken as some patients developed blood clots after they received the vaccine.

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Hawaii has declared emergency and has ordered evacuations after&nbsp;heavy rains brought floods, landslides and fear of dam failures. Meanwhile, the UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has denied the claims made by&nbsp;European Council chief Charles Michel about UK imposing&nbsp;a vaccine export ban.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-heavy-rains-cause-havoc-hawaii-declares-emergency-orders-evacuations-369412" hreflang="en">After heavy rains cause havoc, Hawaii declares emergency, orders evacuations</a>

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The move came after a dam overflowed on the island of Maui, forcing evacuations and destroying homes, with the dam's 'unsatisfactory' condition leading to it being scheduled for removal this year, the land department has said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-accuses-us-admiral-of-hyping-up-threat-of-taiwan-invasion-369378">China accuses US admiral of 'hyping up' threat of Taiwan invasion</a>

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China on Wednesday accused a top US commander of attempting to "hype up" the threat of an invasion of Taiwan to inflate Washington's defence spend.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/boris-johnson-rejects-eus-claims-of-covid-19-vaccine-blocking-369462">Boris Johnson rejects EU's claims of COVID-19 vaccine blocking</a>

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"Let me be clear: we have not blocked the export of a single Covid-19 vaccine or vaccine components," Boris Johnson said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kremlin-and-other-russian-official-websites-down-experts-doubt-us-involvement-369398">Kremlin and other Russian official websites down; experts doubt US involvement</a>

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This alleged move from the US has come after the officials concluded that Russia was likely involved in the controversial SolarWinds Orion attacks.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-a-first-greenpeace-paragliders-land-on-ecb-building-to-protest-369428">In a first, Greenpeace paragliders land on ECB building to protest&nbsp;</a>

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After flying over the Main river in Frankfurt, the two activists landed at the low-rise ECB complex and unfurled a banner that demanded the ECB 'stop funding climate killers'.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/with-1972-new-fatalities-brazil-yet-again-sees-record-covid-19-deaths-369430" hreflang="en">With 1,972 new fatalities, Brazil yet again sees record Covid-19 deaths</a>

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Brazil on Tuesday set yet another grim record of highest coronavirus deaths in a single day with 1,972 new fatalities, according to the Health Ministry.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/two-afghan-youths-jailed-for-fire-in-greek-migrant-camp-369404" hreflang="en">Two Afghan youths jailed for fire in Greek migrant camp</a>

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About 13,000 people including pregnant women, the elderly, and young children were left without any shelter in two successive fires in September that destroyed the Moria camp.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/almost-all-young-women-have-been-sexually-harassed-in-uk-un-women-369448" hreflang="en">Almost all young women have been sexually harassed in UK: UN Women</a>

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Nearly 96 per cent of women said they did not even report the incidents, of which 45 per cent said they didn't report as they felt it would not change anything.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/christians-in-muslim-majority-malaysia-can-use-allah-in-publications-369394" hreflang="en">Christians in Muslim-majority Malaysia can use 'Allah' in publications</a>

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The Arabic word for God has long been divisive in Malaysia, with Christians complaining attempts to stop them using it to highlight creeping Islamisation.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israels-netanyahu-to-make-first-official-trip-to-uae-thursday-reports-369468" hreflang="en">Israel's Netanyahu to make first official trip to UAE Thursday: Reports</a>

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Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is to make his first official visit to the UAE on Thursday following an agreement between the two countries to establish ties, Israeli media reported.

Hawaii has declared emergency and has ordered evacuations after heavy rains brought floods, landslides and fear of dam failures. Meanwhile, the UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has denied the claims made by European Council chief Charles Michel about UK imposing a vaccine export ban.

Hawaii has declared emergency and has ordered evacuations after heavy rains brought floods, landslides and fear of dam failures. Meanwhile, the UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has denied the claims made by European Council chief Charles Michel about UK imposing a vaccine export ban. Click on headlines to read more After heavy rains cause havoc, Hawaii declares emergency, orders evacuations The move came after a dam overflowed on the island of Maui, forcing evacuations and destroying homes, with the dam's 'unsatisfactory' condition leading to it being scheduled for removal this year, the land department has said. China accuses US admiral of 'hyping up' threat of Taiwan invasion China on Wednesday accused a top US commander of attempting to "hype up" the threat of an invasion of Taiwan to inflate Washington's defence spend. Boris Johnson rejects EU's claims of COVID-19 vaccine blocking "Let me be clear: we have not blocked the export of a single Covid-19 vaccine or vaccine components," Boris Johnson said. Kremlin and other Russian official websites down; experts doubt US involvement This alleged move from the US has come after the officials concluded that Russia was likely involved in the controversial SolarWinds Orion attacks. In a first, Greenpeace paragliders land on ECB building to protest After flying over the Main river in Frankfurt, the two activists landed at the low-rise ECB complex and unfurled a banner that demanded the ECB 'stop funding climate killers'. With 1,972 new fatalities, Brazil yet again sees record Covid-19 deaths Brazil on Tuesday set yet another grim record of highest coronavirus deaths in a single day with 1,972 new fatalities, according to the Health Ministry. Two Afghan youths jailed for fire in Greek migrant camp About 13,000 people including pregnant women, the elderly, and young children were left without any shelter in two successive fires in September that destroyed the Moria camp. Almost all young women have been sexually harassed in UK: UN Women Nearly 96 per cent of women said they did not even report the incidents, of which 45 per cent said they didn't report as they felt it would not change anything. Christians in Muslim-majority Malaysia can use 'Allah' in publications The Arabic word for God has long been divisive in Malaysia, with Christians complaining attempts to stop them using it to highlight creeping Islamisation. Israel's Netanyahu to make first official trip to UAE Thursday: Reports Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is to make his first official visit to the UAE on Thursday following an agreement between the two countries to establish ties, Israeli media reported.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-to-continue-assisting-taiwans-self-defence-capabilities-says-white-house-369156" hreflang="en">US to continue assisting Taiwan's self-defence capabilities, says White House&nbsp;</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/republican-party-says-it-will-continue-to-use-trumps-name-in-fundraising-appeals-369028" hreflang="en">Republican Party says it will continue to use Trump's name in fundraising appeals</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/scientists-identify-surprising-similarities-between-humans-and-strange-creatures-from-550-million-years-ago-369169" hreflang="en">Scientists identify surprising similarities between humans and strange creatures from 550 million years ago</a>

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Russia and China sign memorandum to build joint lunar space station US envoy Khalilzad meets Pak Army chief to discuss Afghan peace China gives approval to RCEP

Russia and China sign memorandum to build joint lunar space station US envoy Khalilzad meets Pak Army chief to discuss Afghan peace China gives approval to RCEP trade deal, urges other members to follow suit US to continue assisting Taiwan's self-defence capabilities, says White House NASA-ISRO Earth observation satellite launch on GSLV Mk II by Jan 2023 Republican Party says it will continue to use Trump's name in fundraising appeals Russia risking lives by running disinformation campaign against vaccines: US Meghan's father dismisses her racist allegation against the royal family Scientists identify surprising similarities between humans and strange creatures from 550 million years ago

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