Top 10 world news today: UK records&nbsp;highest coronavirus infections amid new strain concerns, WHO team to probe origins of Wuhan in January - not trying to find 'guilty' parties - says the organisation, US orders another 100 million doses of Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine doses, and more. Click on the headline to read the stories.

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Top 10 world news today: UK records highest coronavirus infections amid new strain concerns, WHO team to probe origins of Wuhan in January - not trying to find 'guilty' parties - says the organisation, US orders another 100 million doses of Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine doses, and more.

Top 10 world news today: UK records highest coronavirus infections amid new strain concerns, WHO team to probe origins of Wuhan in January - not trying to find 'guilty' parties - says the organisation, US orders another 100 million doses of Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine doses, and more. Click on the headline to read the stories. As Trump rejects COVID-19 stimulus package, US orders another 100 million Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine doses WHO's probe into origins of coronavirus in Wuhan not looking for 'guilty' parties South Korean air space violation: Military cooperation with Russia not aimed at any third party, says China 'Hundreds' may already have new COVID-19 strain in the US, researchers claim Volunteers in Russia's Sputnik V trials to no longer receive placebos: Report After France reopens border, truckers scuffle with police in UK over COVID-19 test Pfizer nears deal with Trump administration to provide more vaccine doses China to fine restaurants for promoting overeating under anti-food waste campaign Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai granted bail Watch: UK records highest daily COVID-19 spike, reported 36,804 new infections

Top 10 world news today: US orders 100 million more Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine doses, and more

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US Congress passes new Tibet law on the next Dalai Lama; infuriates China 'Plenty of food': UK trucks stranded along French border amid freight ban New strain o

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The European Union (EU) approved the&nbsp;Pfizer-BioNTech <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">vaccine</a> against COVID-19, a few days after the UK and South Africa identified a new strain of coronavirus. After the UK, Italy and Australia, too, reported cases of the new variant of the deadly virus. Other than the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">COVID-19</a> news,&nbsp;China has called <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/donald-trump">Donald Trump's</a> accusation 'farce' on involvement in cyberattack.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/it-works-against-new-variant-too-eu-approves-pfizer-biontech-coronavirus-vaccine-351418" hreflang="en">'It works against new variant too': EU approves Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine</a>

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EMA chief&nbsp;also reassured people that the existing vaccine can work against the new variant of the novel coronavirus — a claim nobody had made till now.

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Australia's Health Minister Greg Hunt said there are no plans to follow other countries in halting flights from the UK.

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Donald&nbsp;Trump on Twitter on Saturday played down Russian involvement on the cyberattack on several US government agencies and said that China 'may'&nbsp;also be involved.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin hailed British drugmaker AstraZeneca's decision to test combining its own experimental COVID-19 vaccine with Russia's Sputnik V shot.

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'They snuck out and came back in,' Thailand's Prime Minister Prayut Chan-O-Cha said blaming migrant workers for seafood market COVID-19 outbreak.

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In an apparent sign of US military leaders' concerns about Iranian intentions after Soleimani's killing, McKenzie's current tour was not announced in advance.&nbsp;

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The Malaysian politician along with his wife and the newly-wedded couple dressed up for the special day and stood at a designated point from where they waved and shared greetings with the guests who were seated in their cars.

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Interpol chief Juergen Stock has warned the world about a possible 'dramatic' increase in the theft and other crimes related to the COVID-19 vaccine.

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Naegleria fowleri is typically found in living, breathing people of freshwater, including lakes and streams.

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The Indian prime minister also said that Vietnam is an 'important pillar of India's Act East Policy' and a 'big partner' of India's Indo-Pacific vision.

The European Union (EU) approved the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine against COVID-19, a few days after the UK and South Africa identified a new strain of coronavirus. After the UK, Italy and Australia, too, reported cases of the new variant of the deadly virus.

The European Union (EU) approved the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine against COVID-19, a few days after the UK and South Africa identified a new strain of coronavirus. After the UK, Italy and Australia, too, reported cases of the new variant of the deadly virus. Other than the COVID-19 news, China has called Donald Trump's accusation 'farce' on involvement in cyberattack. Click on headlines to read more 'It works against new variant too': EU approves Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine EMA chief also reassured people that the existing vaccine can work against the new variant of the novel coronavirus — a claim nobody had made till now. After UK, Australia detects new fast-spreading coronavirus strain Australia's Health Minister Greg Hunt said there are no plans to follow other countries in halting flights from the UK. China calls Trump's accusation 'farce' on involvement in cyberattack Donald Trump on Twitter on Saturday played down Russian involvement on the cyberattack on several US government agencies and said that China 'may' also be involved. AstraZeneca signs memorandum of cooperation with Russia to combine vaccine Russian President Vladimir Putin hailed British drugmaker AstraZeneca's decision to test combining its own experimental COVID-19 vaccine with Russia's Sputnik V shot. Thailand's PM Prayut blames migrant workers for COVID-19 outbreak 'They snuck out and came back in,' Thailand's Prime Minister Prayut Chan-O-Cha said blaming migrant workers for seafood market COVID-19 outbreak. US says ‘prepared to react’ if Iran seeks to avenge its top general's killing In an apparent sign of US military leaders' concerns about Iranian intentions after Soleimani's killing, McKenzie's current tour was not announced in advance. Malaysian ex-MP hosts drive-thru wedding for son; 10,000 people participate The Malaysian politician along with his wife and the newly-wedded couple dressed up for the special day and stood at a designated point from where they waved and shared greetings with the guests who were seated in their cars. Crime will increase 'dramatically' with COVID-19 vaccine rollout: Interpol Interpol chief Juergen Stock has warned the world about a possible 'dramatic' increase in the theft and other crimes related to the COVID-19 vaccine. Deadly brain-eating amoeba is spreading in US, scientists issue warning Naegleria fowleri is typically found in living, breathing people of freshwater, including lakes and streams. Vietnam 'important pillar' of India's Act East Policy: PM Narendra Modi The Indian prime minister also said that Vietnam is an 'important pillar of India's Act East Policy' and a 'big partner' of India's Indo-Pacific vision.

Top 10 world news today: EU approves Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine, new strain cases found in Australia, and more

A new strain of coronavirus is causing alarm in the UK. Health Secretary Matt Hancock described the virus having been 'out of control'. World Health Organisation has taken a serious note of these developments. Nigeria suffered a Jihadist attack. Nepal parliament has been dissolved. Read this and more in Top 10 world news.

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Hancock's statement comes a day after the UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson imposed a Tier 4 lockdown

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/european-countries-mull-ban-on-flights-from-uk-over-new-coronavirus-variant-351191">European countries mull ban on flights from UK over new coronavirus variant</a>

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Germany, too, is discussing a possible ban on all incoming flights from the UK and South Africa due to the new variant of coronavirus

 
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WHO has taken a serious note of fresh infections caused by a new strain of coronavirus

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jihadists-kill-5-soldiers-kidnap-35-civilians-in-nigeria-351214">Jihadists kill 5 soldiers, kidnap 35 civilians in Nigeria</a>

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Almost 35 civilians were kidnapped and one woman was killed in the second attack which took place in the northeast Borno state

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-uk-brexit-trade-deal-talks-threatened-by-failure-over-fish-351174">EU-UK Brexit trade deal talks threatened by failure over fish</a>

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Britain is set to leave the EU in two weeks and failure to reach a post-Brexit trade deal could result in cross-channel tariffs and further disputes in future.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/nepal-parliament-dissolved-mid-term-polls-to-be-held-in-april-may-351164">Nepal parliament dissolved; mid-term polls to be held in April-May</a>

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The President's Office, issuing a statement in the afternoon, stated that the House has been dissolved on recommendation of Oli and the council of ministers and the next election will be held in two stages in April-May 2021.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/nine-dead-as-kabul-car-bombing-targets-afghan-lawmaker-351129">Nine dead as Kabul car bombing targets Afghan lawmaker</a>

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A car bombing in Kabul targeting an Afghan lawmaker killed at least nine people

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The incident came barely 48 hours after the release of 344 schoolboys who were kidnapped from a boarding school

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he sone had left his beloved collection back in Michigan, which he claims was worth more than $25,000

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/early-humans-may-have-hibernated-to-survive-harsh-winters-351206">Early humans may have hibernated to survive harsh winters</a>

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Juan-Luis Arsuaga and Antonis Bartsiokas of Democritus University of Thrace in Greece have based their theory on study of bones found in &nbsp;Sima de los Huesos (The pit of bones), cave in northern Spain that has fossilised remains of bones of early humans that inhabited the region half a million years ago

A new strain of coronavirus is causing alarm in the UK. Health Secretary Matt Hancock described the virus having been 'out of control'. World Health Organisation has taken a serious note of these developments.

A new strain of coronavirus is causing alarm in the UK. Health Secretary Matt Hancock described the virus having been 'out of control'. World Health Organisation has taken a serious note of these developments. Nigeria suffered a Jihadist attack. Nepal parliament has been dissolved. Read this and more in Top 10 world news. New variant of coronavirus was 'out of control' in UK; lockdown can be extended: Health Secretary Hancock's statement comes a day after the UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson imposed a Tier 4 lockdown European countries mull ban on flights from UK over new coronavirus variant Germany, too, is discussing a possible ban on all incoming flights from the UK and South Africa due to the new variant of coronavirus New coronavirus strain: WHO appeals for strong action for containment in Europe WHO has taken a serious note of fresh infections caused by a new strain of coronavirus Jihadists kill 5 soldiers, kidnap 35 civilians in Nigeria Almost 35 civilians were kidnapped and one woman was killed in the second attack which took place in the northeast Borno state EU-UK Brexit trade deal talks threatened by failure over fish Britain is set to leave the EU in two weeks and failure to reach a post-Brexit trade deal could result in cross-channel tariffs and further disputes in future. Nepal parliament dissolved; mid-term polls to be held in April-May The President's Office, issuing a statement in the afternoon, stated that the House has been dissolved on recommendation of Oli and the council of ministers and the next election will be held in two stages in April-May 2021. Nine dead as Kabul car bombing targets Afghan lawmaker A car bombing in Kabul targeting an Afghan lawmaker killed at least nine people Nigeria: Local vigilantes rescue schoolchildren in fresh incident of abduction The incident came barely 48 hours after the release of 344 schoolboys who were kidnapped from a boarding school Son wins lawsuit against parents for discarding his pornography collection he sone had left his beloved collection back in Michigan, which he claims was worth more than $25,000 Early humans may have hibernated to survive harsh winters Juan-Luis Arsuaga and Antonis Bartsiokas of Democritus University of Thrace in Greece have based their theory on study of bones found in Sima de los Huesos (The pit of bones), cave in northern Spain that has fossilised remains of bones of early humans that inhabited the region half a million years ago

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In an alarming development, a new strain of coronavirus has been found to be spreading more quickly. Efforts are on in the UK to determine if this means there will be a higher mortality rate. Meanwhile, US authorities are scampering to investigate the cyber attack. Parts of Sydney went in lockdown on Saturday to contain spread of coronavirus cases. Pfizer's COVID vaccine has got a go-ahead in Switzerland. Read this and more in the top 10 world news

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/a-new-coronavirus-strain-is-spreading-more-quickly-351032">A new coronavirus strain is spreading more quickly</a>

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Prime Minister Boris Johnson was already in a huddle with his senior ministers to discuss what urgent actions could be taken

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Reports say the hackers targeted groups in Britain, a US internet provider and a county government in Arizona.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-battles-virus-as-lockdown-in-sydney-torments-residents-ahead-of-christmas-351018">Australia battles virus as lockdown in Sydney torments residents ahead of Christmas</a>

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The cluster of cases on Sydney's northern beaches grew to 38

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pfizer-covid-vaccine-gets-go-ahead-in-switzerland-350989">Pfizer COVID vaccine gets go-ahead in Switzerland</a>

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Population of Switzerland is 8.6 million. It has secured around 15.8 million COVID-19 vaccine doses by striking deals with thre manufacturers

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkey-fire-in-hospital-kills-9-coronavirus-patient-351028">Turkey: Fire in hospital kills 9 coronavirus patient</a>

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Turkey has recorded more than 1.9 million cases of Covid-19 and more than 17,600 deaths since the pandemic began a year ago

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This decision has been taken to control the spread of diseases from these food items, especially after the coronavirus pandemic

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/president-macron-still-presenting-same-covid-19-symptoms-france-351022">President Macron still presenting same COVID-19 symptoms: France</a>

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Macron in a video message had said earlier that "my activity is a little slowed down due to the virus", while informing that he had to take care of "priority issues like the epidemic or, for example, Brexit."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japans-twitter-killer-wants-to-marry-an-ordinary-girl-before-death-sentence-351033">Japan's 'Twitter killer' wants to marry an 'ordinary girl' before death sentence</a>

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'I want to get married. I want to find a marriage partner while I am in jail,' Twitter killer requested

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/now-china-introduces-security-review-rules-for-foreign-investors-351014">Now, China introduces security review rules for foreign investors</a>

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Under the new rules, overseas investment in Chinese industries related to the military will automatically be reviewed

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jill-biden-surprised-with-kiddo-remark-but-prefers-to-take-high-road-351001">Jill Biden surprised with 'kiddo' remark but prefers to take 'high road'</a>

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Jill Biden has authored her Doctorate thesis on maximising student retention in community colleges and is also a holder of two Masters degree

In an alarming development, a new strain of coronavirus has been found to be spreading more quickly. Efforts are on in the UK to determine if this means there will be a higher mortality rate.

In an alarming development, a new strain of coronavirus has been found to be spreading more quickly. Efforts are on in the UK to determine if this means there will be a higher mortality rate. Meanwhile, US authorities are scampering to investigate the cyber attack. Parts of Sydney went in lockdown on Saturday to contain spread of coronavirus cases. Pfizer's COVID vaccine has got a go-ahead in Switzerland. Read this and more in the top 10 world news A new coronavirus strain is spreading more quickly Prime Minister Boris Johnson was already in a huddle with his senior ministers to discuss what urgent actions could be taken Russia link? As Trump remains mum on cyber attack, US authorities scamper to investigate Reports say the hackers targeted groups in Britain, a US internet provider and a county government in Arizona. Australia battles virus as lockdown in Sydney torments residents ahead of Christmas The cluster of cases on Sydney's northern beaches grew to 38 Pfizer COVID vaccine gets go-ahead in Switzerland Population of Switzerland is 8.6 million. It has secured around 15.8 million COVID-19 vaccine doses by striking deals with thre manufacturers Turkey: Fire in hospital kills 9 coronavirus patient Turkey has recorded more than 1.9 million cases of Covid-19 and more than 17,600 deaths since the pandemic began a year ago Ahead of Brexit, UK lorry drivers en route EU face ban on 'ham and cheese' sandwiches This decision has been taken to control the spread of diseases from these food items, especially after the coronavirus pandemic President Macron still presenting same COVID-19 symptoms: France Macron in a video message had said earlier that "my activity is a little slowed down due to the virus", while informing that he had to take care of "priority issues like the epidemic or, for example, Brexit." Japan's 'Twitter killer' wants to marry an 'ordinary girl' before death sentence 'I want to get married. I want to find a marriage partner while I am in jail,' Twitter killer requested Now, China introduces security review rules for foreign investors Under the new rules, overseas investment in Chinese industries related to the military will automatically be reviewed Jill Biden surprised with 'kiddo' remark but prefers to take 'high road' Jill Biden has authored her Doctorate thesis on maximising student retention in community colleges and is also a holder of two Masters degree

Top 10 world news: New COVID-19 strain, Sydney lockdown, and more

The outgoing US Vice president Mike Pence received his dose of<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine"> COVID-19 vaccine</a>, while the defeated President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/donald-trump">Donald Trump </a>planted doubts against the vaccine approval. Spain, too, decided to start the mass vaccine drive while South Korea is still struggling to contain the spread.

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US Vice President Mike Pence took a shot of the Pfizer-BioNTech coronavirus vaccine while asserting that, "this week will be beginning of the end of the coronavirus."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-journalist-who-covered-wuhan-covid-19-outbreak-to-face-trial-350773">Chinese journalist, who covered Wuhan Covid-19 outbreak to face trial</a>

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China has been criticised for covering up the initial outbreak that hit Wuhan in January.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-link-us-department-of-energy-targeted-nuclear-security-not-impacted-350741">Russia link? US Energy Department targeted, nuclear security 'not impacted'</a>

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The DHS said hackers reportedly broke into SolarWinds Orion IT products following a recent update as they gained access to internal communications.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-court-rules-authorities-can-ban-kosher-halal-slaughter-to-promote-animal-welfare-350831">EU countries can ban ritual slaughter to promote animal welfare, court rules</a>

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The decision from the Court of Justice of the European Union (EU) followed a legal challenge by Jewish and Muslim associations to a Flemish government prohibition on the killing of animals without prior non-lethal (also called reversible) stunning in 2017.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/in-case-of-war-in-future-we-will-win-it-through-indigenous-weapons-says-cds-bipin-rawat-350802">'We will win war in future through indigenous weapons': CDS Bipin Rawat</a>

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Speaking at the DRDO here, General Rawat said, "For the past few years, DRDO has helped the armed forces to become self-reliant to face the emerging challenges ahead of the country.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/historic-victory-switzerlands-parliament-approves-same-sex-marriage-350790">'Historic victory': Switzerland's parliament approves same-sex marriage</a>

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Switzerland is one of the few European countries where same-sex marriage is not legal.&nbsp;It is at the 25th position in terms of human rights for the LGBT community.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/scientists-discover-previously-unrecognised-water-ice-reservoir-on-mars-350758" hreflang="en">Scientists discover 'previously unrecognised' water ice reservoir on Mars</a>

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The study ties in with other research on the history and current presence of water on Mars. NASA shared a 'treasure map' of water ice deposits on Mars in 2019.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-warns-pacific-islands-about-chinese-bid-for-undersea-cable-project-sources-350807" hreflang="en">US warns Pacific islands about Chinese bid for undersea cable project: Sources</a>

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Undersea cables, which have far greater data capacity than satellites, have emerged as a sensitive area of diplomacy in the Pacific, given their central role in international communications.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/six-people-in-south-korea-die-of-covid-while-waiting-for-hospital-beds-350771">Six people in South Korea die of COVID while waiting for hospital beds</a>

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The country recorded 1,062 new cases on Friday, making it the first time South Korea has continuously reported more than 1,000 cases.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uks-priti-patel-accuses-tory-mp-of-covid-19-lockdown-breach-350748" hreflang="en">UK's Priti Patel accuses Tory MP of COVID-19 lockdown breach</a>

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A senior Tory MP, Tobias Ellwood, attended an event at the Cavalry and Guards Club on Tuesday in London.

The outgoing US Vice president Mike Pence received his dose of COVID-19 vaccine, while the defeated President Donald Trump planted doubts against the vaccine approval.

The outgoing US Vice president Mike Pence received his dose of COVID-19 vaccine, while the defeated President Donald Trump planted doubts against the vaccine approval. Spain, too, decided to start the mass vaccine drive while South Korea is still struggling to contain the spread. 'Beginning of the end of coronavirus': US VP Mike Pence receives vaccine jab US Vice President Mike Pence took a shot of the Pfizer-BioNTech coronavirus vaccine while asserting that, "this week will be beginning of the end of the coronavirus." Chinese journalist, who covered Wuhan Covid-19 outbreak to face trial China has been criticised for covering up the initial outbreak that hit Wuhan in January. Russia link? US Energy Department targeted, nuclear security 'not impacted' The DHS said hackers reportedly broke into SolarWinds Orion IT products following a recent update as they gained access to internal communications. EU countries can ban ritual slaughter to promote animal welfare, court rules The decision from the Court of Justice of the European Union (EU) followed a legal challenge by Jewish and Muslim associations to a Flemish government prohibition on the killing of animals without prior non-lethal (also called reversible) stunning in 2017. 'We will win war in future through indigenous weapons': CDS Bipin Rawat Speaking at the DRDO here, General Rawat said, "For the past few years, DRDO has helped the armed forces to become self-reliant to face the emerging challenges ahead of the country. 'Historic victory': Switzerland's parliament approves same-sex marriage Switzerland is one of the few European countries where same-sex marriage is not legal. It is at the 25th position in terms of human rights for the LGBT community. Scientists discover 'previously unrecognised' water ice reservoir on Mars The study ties in with other research on the history and current presence of water on Mars. NASA shared a 'treasure map' of water ice deposits on Mars in 2019. US warns Pacific islands about Chinese bid for undersea cable project: Sources Undersea cables, which have far greater data capacity than satellites, have emerged as a sensitive area of diplomacy in the Pacific, given their central role in international communications. Six people in South Korea die of COVID while waiting for hospital beds The country recorded 1,062 new cases on Friday, making it the first time South Korea has continuously reported more than 1,000 cases. UK's Priti Patel accuses Tory MP of COVID-19 lockdown breach A senior Tory MP, Tobias Ellwood, attended an event at the Cavalry and Guards Club on Tuesday in London.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/french-president-emmanuel-macron-tests-positive-for-coronavirus-350432">French President Emmanuel Macron tests positive for coronavirus</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/europes-moment-covid-19-vaccination-to-begin-on-december-27-across-eu-350502" hreflang="en">'Europe's moment': COVID-19 vaccination to begin on December 27 across EU</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/alaska-healthcare-worker-suffers-an-allergic-reaction-to-covid-19-vaccine-pfizer-to-assess-the-report-350354" hreflang="en">Alaska healthcare worker suffers an allergic reaction to Covid-19 vaccine, Pfizer to assess the report</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australian-state-violated-human-rights-in-lockdown-to-control-covid-19-spread-report-350492" hreflang="en">Australian state violated human rights in lockdown to control Covid-19 spread: Report</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/conspiracy-crackdown-twitter-to-scrub-posts-claiming-covid-19-vaccines-cause-harm-350494" hreflang="en">'Conspiracy crackdown': Twitter to scrub posts claiming COVID-19 vaccines ‘cause harm’</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eight-hong-kong-activists-charged-for-security-law-protest-350406">Eight Hong Kong activists charged for security law protest</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-says-will-get-vaccine-when-possible-wont-comment-on-covid-19-source-350447" hreflang="en">Putin says will get vaccine when possible; won't comment on Covid-19 source</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hungary-amends-constitution-to-redefine-family-limits-gay-adoption-350376" hreflang="en">Hungary amends constitution to redefine family, limits gay adoption</a>

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French President Emmanuel Macron tests positive for coronavirus 'Europe's moment': COVID-19 vaccination to begin on December 27 across EU Alaska healthcare work

French President Emmanuel Macron tests positive for coronavirus 'Europe's moment': COVID-19 vaccination to begin on December 27 across EU Alaska healthcare worker suffers an allergic reaction to Covid-19 vaccine, Pfizer to assess the report Trump doesn't need to find a new job, he is not going to leave the scene: Putin Australian state violated human rights in lockdown to control Covid-19 spread: Report 'Conspiracy crackdown': Twitter to scrub posts claiming COVID-19 vaccines ‘cause harm’ Eight Hong Kong activists charged for security law protest Putin says will get vaccine when possible; won't comment on Covid-19 source Elon Musk triggers Twitter spat after branding gender pronouns an ‘esthetic nightmare’ Hungary amends constitution to redefine family, limits gay adoption

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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan lashed out at US sanctions over Turkey's purchase of Russian missile systems. Erdogan called this an attack on Turkey's sovereignty. Meanwhile, Hong Kong's civil servants took a pledge of loyalty to the government. Brexit trade deal talks are at a crucial stage. Read this and more in our top 10 world news.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-sanctions-over-russian-defence-system-open-attack-against-sovereignty-says-erdogan-350218">US sanctions over Russian defence system 'open attack against sovereignty', says Erdogan</a>

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Erdogan hit back on after the United States imposed sanctions on Turkey over its purchase of Russian ground-to-air defences and targeted the top Turkish defence development body, its president, and three employees

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/intense-talks-on-a-post-brexit-trade-deal-continue-eu-chief-says-next-days-decisive-350154">Intense talks on a post-Brexit trade deal continue, EU chief says 'next days decisive'</a>

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British and European negotiators have made little progress towards agreeing fair trade rules but are still far apart on access to fishing, she said as intense talks on a post-Brexit trade deal continued nearby in Brussels.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/now-hong-kong-civil-servants-made-to-pledge-loyalty-to-government-350244">Now, Hong Kong civil servants made to pledge loyalty to government</a>

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Several hundred thousand civil servants are expected to take the oath in the coming weeks, reports say.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/irans-rouhani-says-he-is-happy-that-lawless-terrorist-trump-is-leaving-office-350162">Iran's Rouhani says he is happy that 'lawless terrorist' Trump is leaving office</a>

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President-elect Joe Biden, who defeated Trump at the ballot box in November, has signalled a willingness to return to diplomacy with Iran after four tense years under the outgoing president.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-records-highest-covid-19-death-toll-on-first-day-of-partial-lockdown-350210">Germany records highest COVID-19 death toll on first day of partial lockdown</a>

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The World Health Organization(WHO) has declared that there is a "high risk" of virus resurgence in Europe in early 2021.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/malaysia-invokes-emergency-to-stop-by-elections-as-covid-19-cases-rise-350158">Malaysia invokes emergency to stop by-elections as COVID-19 cases rise</a>

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The Southeast Asian nation has seen a sharp jump in cases since September, with the total number of infections climbing above 86,000 and with 422 deaths as of Tuesday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jeff-bezos-ex-wife-mackenzie-scott-donates-42-billion-in-four-months-350207">Jeff Bezos’ ex-wife MacKenzie Scott donates $4.2 billion in four months</a>

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In a round of donations early this year, Scott gave nearly $1.7 billion to groups devoted to race, gender and economic equality, as well as other social causes

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/world-health-organization-experts-to-visit-china-next-month-to-investigate-animal-origins-of-coronavirus-350234">World Health Organization experts to visit China next month to investigate animal origins of coronavirus</a>

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Amid the rising number of cases, the WHO said that, "There is a high risk of further resurgence in the first weeks and months of 2021."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-pharmaceutical-company-fosun-pharma-to-buy-100-million-doses-of-biontechs-covid-19-vaccine-350176">Chinese pharmaceutical company Fosun Pharma to buy 100 million doses of BioNTech's COVID-19 vaccine</a>

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Pfizer and BioNTech's mRNA vaccine has already been approved for emergency use in countries such as the US, the UK, and Singapore

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/snakes-are-lurking-on-australias-foam-filled-beaches-now-350220">Snakes are lurking on Australia's foam-filled beaches now</a>

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This means that you won't know what's around your feet as you enter water or even roam the beach

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan lashed out at US sanctions over Turkey's purchase of Russian missile systems. Erdogan called this an attack on Turkey's sovereignty.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan lashed out at US sanctions over Turkey's purchase of Russian missile systems. Erdogan called this an attack on Turkey's sovereignty. Meanwhile, Hong Kong's civil servants took a pledge of loyalty to the government. Brexit trade deal talks are at a crucial stage. Read this and more in our top 10 world news. US sanctions over Russian defence system 'open attack against sovereignty', says Erdogan Erdogan hit back on after the United States imposed sanctions on Turkey over its purchase of Russian ground-to-air defences and targeted the top Turkish defence development body, its president, and three employees Intense talks on a post-Brexit trade deal continue, EU chief says 'next days decisive' British and European negotiators have made little progress towards agreeing fair trade rules but are still far apart on access to fishing, she said as intense talks on a post-Brexit trade deal continued nearby in Brussels. Now, Hong Kong civil servants made to pledge loyalty to government Several hundred thousand civil servants are expected to take the oath in the coming weeks, reports say. Iran's Rouhani says he is happy that 'lawless terrorist' Trump is leaving office President-elect Joe Biden, who defeated Trump at the ballot box in November, has signalled a willingness to return to diplomacy with Iran after four tense years under the outgoing president. Germany records highest COVID-19 death toll on first day of partial lockdown The World Health Organization(WHO) has declared that there is a "high risk" of virus resurgence in Europe in early 2021. Malaysia invokes emergency to stop by-elections as COVID-19 cases rise The Southeast Asian nation has seen a sharp jump in cases since September, with the total number of infections climbing above 86,000 and with 422 deaths as of Tuesday. Jeff Bezos’ ex-wife MacKenzie Scott donates $4.2 billion in four months In a round of donations early this year, Scott gave nearly $1.7 billion to groups devoted to race, gender and economic equality, as well as other social causes World Health Organization experts to visit China next month to investigate animal origins of coronavirus Amid the rising number of cases, the WHO said that, "There is a high risk of further resurgence in the first weeks and months of 2021." Chinese pharmaceutical company Fosun Pharma to buy 100 million doses of BioNTech's COVID-19 vaccine Pfizer and BioNTech's mRNA vaccine has already been approved for emergency use in countries such as the US, the UK, and Singapore Snakes are lurking on Australia's foam-filled beaches now This means that you won't know what's around your feet as you enter water or even roam the beach

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As Brazil launched an accusation on China over being ambiguous on <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">coronavirus vaccine</a> emergency use, Moderna assured complete safety from the vaccine. China, on the other hand, was busy denying accusations of&nbsp;forced labour in Xinjiang's cotton farms.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/modernas-covid-19-vaccine-shows-no-specific-safety-concerns-says-us-fda-349983" hreflang="en">Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine shows 'no specific safety concerns', says US FDA</a>

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Moderna is the second vaccine the FDA has considered, behind one from Pfizer Inc. and Germany's BioNTech, which was authorized last week.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-denies-reports-of-forced-labour-in-xinjiangs-cotton-farms-349955">China denies reports of forced labour in Xinjiang's cotton farms</a>

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The Centre for Global Policy in its report said: "Evidence shows that in 2018, three Uighur regions alone mobilized at least 570,000 persons into cotton-picking operations."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/face-shields-and-visors-can-spread-coronavirus-study-349974">Face shields and visors can spread coronavirus: Study</a>

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While these visors and shields are more comfortable, the plain-designed medical/surgical masks or the thick-clothed masks are better equipped to protect.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/french-police-protest-against-emmanuel-macrons-security-bill-349952">French police protest against Emmanuel Macron's security bill</a>

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These protests were organised to denounce Macron's recent hit at the local police alleging them of being harsher and questioning their policing.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/brazil-drug-agency-anvisa-accuses-china-of-being-ambiguous-on-covid-19-vaccine-emergency-use-349963">Brazil accuses China of being ambiguous on vaccine emergency use</a>

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CoronaVac, produced by the Chinese private laboratory Sinovac in collaboration with the Butantan Institute of Sao Paulo, has been the subject of heated political debate in Brazil.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/scientists-develop-coronavirus-risk-calculator-to-determine-who-should-get-vaccine-first-349954" hreflang="en">Scientists develop coronavirus risk calculator to determine who should get vaccine first</a>

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The coronavirus mortality risk calculator assesses its results&nbsp;by analysing sociodemographic and pre-existing conditions for the population in a country.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/boko-haram-claims-responsibility-for-abducting-hundreds-of-students-in-nigeria-349967" hreflang="en">Boko Haram claims responsibility for abducting hundreds of students in Nigeria</a>

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'I am Abubakar Shekau and our brothers are behind the kidnapping in Katsina,' a voice recording from Boko Haram claimed.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/takahiro-shiraishi-japans-twitter-killer-sentenced-to-death-for-nine-murders-349922" hreflang="en">Takahiro Shiraishi: Japan's 'Twitter killer' sentenced to death for nine murders</a>

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Takahiro Shiraishi, 30, dubbed the "Twitter killer", was arrested in 2017 after body parts were found in his flat.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-targeted-americans-via-caribbean-phone-networks-report-349972" hreflang="en">China targeted Americans via Caribbean phone networks: Report</a>

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In 2018, two major mobile networks - China Mobile and China Unicom targeted US mobile users in significant volumes, the Threat Intelligence Report said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/post-covid-choices-can-hinder-human-progress-un-report-349936" hreflang="en">Post COVID choices can hinder human progress: UN Report</a>

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Coronavirus pandemic has massively affected millions of lives all around the world and has led to major food and humanitarian crisis.

As Brazil launched an accusation on China over being ambiguous on coronavirus vaccine emergency use, Moderna assured complete safety from the vaccine. China, on the other hand, was busy denying accusations of forced labour in Xinjiang's cotton farms.

As Brazil launched an accusation on China over being ambiguous on coronavirus vaccine emergency use, Moderna assured complete safety from the vaccine. China, on the other hand, was busy denying accusations of forced labour in Xinjiang's cotton farms. Click on the headlines to read more Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine shows 'no specific safety concerns', says US FDA Moderna is the second vaccine the FDA has considered, behind one from Pfizer Inc. and Germany's BioNTech, which was authorized last week. China denies reports of forced labour in Xinjiang's cotton farms The Centre for Global Policy in its report said: "Evidence shows that in 2018, three Uighur regions alone mobilized at least 570,000 persons into cotton-picking operations." Face shields and visors can spread coronavirus: Study While these visors and shields are more comfortable, the plain-designed medical/surgical masks or the thick-clothed masks are better equipped to protect. French police protest against Emmanuel Macron's security bill These protests were organised to denounce Macron's recent hit at the local police alleging them of being harsher and questioning their policing. Brazil accuses China of being ambiguous on vaccine emergency use CoronaVac, produced by the Chinese private laboratory Sinovac in collaboration with the Butantan Institute of Sao Paulo, has been the subject of heated political debate in Brazil. Scientists develop coronavirus risk calculator to determine who should get vaccine first The coronavirus mortality risk calculator assesses its results by analysing sociodemographic and pre-existing conditions for the population in a country. Boko Haram claims responsibility for abducting hundreds of students in Nigeria 'I am Abubakar Shekau and our brothers are behind the kidnapping in Katsina,' a voice recording from Boko Haram claimed. Takahiro Shiraishi: Japan's 'Twitter killer' sentenced to death for nine murders Takahiro Shiraishi, 30, dubbed the "Twitter killer", was arrested in 2017 after body parts were found in his flat. China targeted Americans via Caribbean phone networks: Report In 2018, two major mobile networks - China Mobile and China Unicom targeted US mobile users in significant volumes, the Threat Intelligence Report said. Post COVID choices can hinder human progress: UN Report Coronavirus pandemic has massively affected millions of lives all around the world and has led to major food and humanitarian crisis.

Top 10 world news today: China targeted Americans, Moderna vaccine's safety, and more

The&nbsp;European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen&nbsp;has expressed satisfaction with the movement of the Brexit talks. On the other hand, Russian spy agency has revealed&nbsp;Alexei Navalny was poisoned by Vladimir Putin's Kremlin. While the political environment is getting tensed throughout the world, Singapore has given approval to&nbsp;Pfizer-BioNTech coronavirus vaccine, and Russia's Sputnik V vaccine has once again shown 91.4% effective rate.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/satisfied-with-movement-in-brexit-talks-eu-chief-ursula-von-der-leyen-349742" hreflang="en">Satisfied with movement in Brexit talks: EU chief Ursula von der Leyen</a>

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'First of all there is movement. That is good... We are talking about a new beginning with old friends,' EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/alexei-navalny-was-poisoned-by-russias-spy-agency-report-349756">Alexei Navalny was poisoned by Russia's spy agency: Report</a>

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The squad, which was working with FSB spy agency, was tracking Navalny since 2017 and the operation began when he decided to run against President Vladimir Putin in presidential elections.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fundamental-change-mike-pompeo-says-sudan-no-longer-on-list-of-terror-sponsors-349740">'Fundamental change': Mike Pompeo says Sudan no longer on list of terror sponsors</a>

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The move comes after a 45-day Congressional review period following US President Donald Trump's announcement of his intention to remove Sudan from the list, which was swiftly followed by the announcement that Israel and Sudan intend to normalise relations.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/un-us-condemn-irans-execution-of-dissident-journalist-349766">UN, US condemn Iran's execution of dissident journalist</a>

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The US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo condemned the execution, describing it 'unjust' and 'barbaric'.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/china-fines-alibaba-tencent-under-anti-monopoly-law-349697">China fines Alibaba, Tencent under anti-monopoly law</a>

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The punishments come after controllers a month ago announced their goal to expand examination of China's biggest tech companies with the new enemy of syndication rules.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russias-covid-19-vaccine-sputnik-v-shows-914-efficacy-rate-again-scientists-349767" hreflang="en">Russia's COVID-19 vaccine, Sputnik V, shows 91.4% efficacy rate again: Scientists</a>

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The data revealed by Russian scientists claim the shot of Sputnik V has again shown 91.4 per cent effectivity.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/monday-blues-google-drive-gmail-youtube-face-downtime-twitter-reacts-349730" hreflang="en">Monday blues: Google Drive, Gmail, YouTube face downtime; Twitter reacts</a>

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Several users complained about the entire GSuite crashing down along with YouTube.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/boko-haram-claims-responsibility-of-murdering-27-villagers-in-niger-349725" hreflang="en">Boko Haram claims responsibility of murdering 27 villagers in Niger</a>

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'We carried out the attack with the power of Allah and His help,' the video claims.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/singapore-approves-pfizer-biontech-virus-vaccine-349764" hreflang="en">Singapore approves Pfizer-BioNTech virus vaccine</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/12/11/173609-pfizer11.jpg?itok=4f1T1I8z" />Singapore hopes to have enough vaccines for its 5.7 million population by the third quarter of 2021, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/arab-springs-10th-anniversary-what-was-21st-centurys-biggest-movement-all-about-349729">Arab Spring's 10th anniversary: What was 21st century's biggest movement all about?</a>

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The European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen has expressed satisfaction with the movement of the Brexit talks. On the other hand, Russian spy agency has revealed Alexei Navalny was poisoned by Vladimir Putin's Kremlin.

The European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen has expressed satisfaction with the movement of the Brexit talks. On the other hand, Russian spy agency has revealed Alexei Navalny was poisoned by Vladimir Putin's Kremlin. While the political environment is getting tensed throughout the world, Singapore has given approval to Pfizer-BioNTech coronavirus vaccine, and Russia's Sputnik V vaccine has once again shown 91.4% effective rate. Click on headlines to read more Satisfied with movement in Brexit talks: EU chief Ursula von der Leyen 'First of all there is movement. That is good... We are talking about a new beginning with old friends,' EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said. Alexei Navalny was poisoned by Russia's spy agency: Report The squad, which was working with FSB spy agency, was tracking Navalny since 2017 and the operation began when he decided to run against President Vladimir Putin in presidential elections. 'Fundamental change': Mike Pompeo says Sudan no longer on list of terror sponsors The move comes after a 45-day Congressional review period following US President Donald Trump's announcement of his intention to remove Sudan from the list, which was swiftly followed by the announcement that Israel and Sudan intend to normalise relations. UN, US condemn Iran's execution of dissident journalist The US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo condemned the execution, describing it 'unjust' and 'barbaric'. China fines Alibaba, Tencent under anti-monopoly law The punishments come after controllers a month ago announced their goal to expand examination of China's biggest tech companies with the new enemy of syndication rules. Russia's COVID-19 vaccine, Sputnik V, shows 91.4% efficacy rate again: Scientists The data revealed by Russian scientists claim the shot of Sputnik V has again shown 91.4 per cent effectivity. Monday blues: Google Drive, Gmail, YouTube face downtime; Twitter reacts Several users complained about the entire GSuite crashing down along with YouTube. Boko Haram claims responsibility of murdering 27 villagers in Niger 'We carried out the attack with the power of Allah and His help,' the video claims. Singapore approves Pfizer-BioNTech virus vaccine Singapore hopes to have enough vaccines for its 5.7 million population by the third quarter of 2021, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong said. Arab Spring's 10th anniversary: What was 21st century's biggest movement all about?

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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen assured everyone that Brexit trade deal talks were to continue. Sunday was the deadline agreed by UK an EU. Meanwhile, German Chancelloe Angela Merkel has announced another Covid-19 lockdown. Want to know about a Taliban terrorist who purchased a 'life insurance policy'? Scroll through our&nbsp;list of top 10 world news!

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/brexit-deal-talks-to-continue-says-eu-chief-on-day-of-the-deadline-349522">Brexit deal talks to continue, says EU chief on day of the deadline</a>

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European Union and UK have been locked in frantic rounds of discussions in the past week. Britain is set leave the economic bloc at the end of this month

 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/schools-salons-shut-down-in-germany-as-merkel-announces-another-covid-19-lockdown-349511">Schools, salons shut down in Germany as Merkel announces another COVID-19 lockdown</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/schools-salons-shut-down-in-germany-as-merkel-announces-another-covid-19-lockdown-349511"><img alt="Germany lockdown" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="4b093442-7fc4-417e-ac3a-771068088394" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Germany.JPG" /></a> 
 
In addition to schools, all companies, too, have been suggested to shift to 'work-from-home' or offer extended company holidays

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-summons-german-envoy-over-eu-criticism-of-journalists-execution-report-349517">Iran summons German envoy over EU criticism of journalist's execution: Report</a>

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Germany currently holds European Union's rotating presidency. Iranian Foreign Ministry also plans to summon French ambassador on Sunday

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australian-mp-urges-donald-trump-to-pardon-julian-assange-before-leaving-white-house-349532">Australian MP urges Donald Trump to pardon Julian Assange before leaving White House</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australian-mp-urges-donald-trump-to-pardon-julian-assange-before-leaving-white-house-349532"><img alt="Assange" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="18d7c78e-8796-44fd-8b29-2f395ce47b0d" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Assange.JPG" /></a> 
Alleging the Democrats, especially the Barack Obama administration, of targetting Assange for 'exposing' Hillary Clinton

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/malaysian-coast-guard-seizes-2-tonnes-of-meth-worth-26-million-349530">Malaysian coast guard seizes 2 tonnes of meth worth $26 million</a>

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Coastguard chief Zubil Mat Som said that the shipment may have meant to be sent to other countries where it would fetch more price than in Malaysia.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/this-dead-taliban-terrorist-had-purchased-an-actual-life-insurance-policy-349505">This dead Taliban terrorist had purchased an actual 'life insurance policy'</a>

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The interesting, even bizarre bit came to light during a terror funding case against the terrorist in a Pakistan court.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/several-taliban-militants-killed-as-fighting-rocks-insurgent-bastion-349479">Several Taliban militants killed as fighting rocks insurgent bastion</a>

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Taliban militants attacked checkpoints in five districts surrounding the city of Kandahar.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/greek-citizens-charged-for-spying-on-turkey-349500">Greek citizens charged for spying on Turkey</a>

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The two were arrested after a secret investigation that was 'conducted in close cooperation with the Greek National Intelligence Service, EYP'

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/google-maps-removes-road-of-bones-route-after-russian-driver-freezes-to-death-349526">Google Maps removes 'Road of Bones' route after Russian driver freezes to death</a>

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This incident has also given a boost to the debate of whether Google Maps can be trusted, or should Russians rely on the locally-based mapping service called Yandex

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/i-am-not-afraid-of-the-gas-chamber-zodiac-killers-cryptic-message-decoded-after-50-years-349519">'I am not afraid of the gas chamber': Zodiac Killer's cryptic message decoded after 50 years</a>

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The authorities had hoped they will be able to identify the infamous Zodiac Killer after decoding this message

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen assured everyone that Brexit trade deal talks were to continue. Sunday was the deadline agreed by UK an EU. Meanwhile, German Chancelloe Angela Merkel has announced another Covid-19 lockdown.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen assured everyone that Brexit trade deal talks were to continue. Sunday was the deadline agreed by UK an EU. Meanwhile, German Chancelloe Angela Merkel has announced another Covid-19 lockdown. Want to know about a Taliban terrorist who purchased a 'life insurance policy'? Scroll through our list of top 10 world news! Brexit deal talks to continue, says EU chief on day of the deadline European Union and UK have been locked in frantic rounds of discussions in the past week. Britain is set leave the economic bloc at the end of this month Schools, salons shut down in Germany as Merkel announces another COVID-19 lockdown In addition to schools, all companies, too, have been suggested to shift to 'work-from-home' or offer extended company holidays Iran summons German envoy over EU criticism of journalist's execution: Report Germany currently holds European Union's rotating presidency. Iranian Foreign Ministry also plans to summon French ambassador on Sunday Australian MP urges Donald Trump to pardon Julian Assange before leaving White House Alleging the Democrats, especially the Barack Obama administration, of targetting Assange for 'exposing' Hillary Clinton Malaysian coast guard seizes 2 tonnes of meth worth $26 million Coastguard chief Zubil Mat Som said that the shipment may have meant to be sent to other countries where it would fetch more price than in Malaysia. This dead Taliban terrorist had purchased an actual 'life insurance policy' The interesting, even bizarre bit came to light during a terror funding case against the terrorist in a Pakistan court. Several Taliban militants killed as fighting rocks insurgent bastion Taliban militants attacked checkpoints in five districts surrounding the city of Kandahar. Greek citizens charged for spying on Turkey The two were arrested after a secret investigation that was 'conducted in close cooperation with the Greek National Intelligence Service, EYP' Google Maps removes 'Road of Bones' route after Russian driver freezes to death This incident has also given a boost to the debate of whether Google Maps can be trusted, or should Russians rely on the locally-based mapping service called Yandex 'I am not afraid of the gas chamber': Zodiac Killer's cryptic message decoded after 50 years The authorities had hoped they will be able to identify the infamous Zodiac Killer after decoding this message

Top 10 world news: Brexit talks to continue, Aussie MP wants Trump to pardon Assange, and more

The UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson&nbsp;and European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen have decided a deadline of Sunday for Brexit deal negotiators. However, Johnson has hinted towards a possible failure. On the other hand, US President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/donald-trump">Donald Trump</a> has once again lost a legal battle ad the&nbsp;US Supreme Court cleared way for US electoral college to cast its votes and announce <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/joe-biden">Joe Biden</a> as the next President.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-set-to-deliver-600-million-covid-19-vaccine-shots-over-6-8-months-report-349186">India set to deliver 600 million COVID-19 vaccine shots: Report</a>

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Over the next six to eight months, India will attempt to deliver 600 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines using its expansive election machinery.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/first-international-aid-convoy-arrives-in-tigray-report-349272">First international aid convoy arrives in Tigray: Report&nbsp;</a>

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There have been numerous call from around the world for Ethiopian government to step-up its efforts to help civilians many of whom are facing shortage of food, water and medicines.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesian-leader-rizieq-shihab-turns-himself-in-for-violating-covid-19-restrictions-349318">Indonesia leader turns himself in for violating COVID-19 restrictions</a>

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Rizieq&nbsp;Shihab walked to the Jakarta police without any hesitations for questioning of accusations of bypassing all coronavirus restrictions.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-puts-northern-city-in-lockdown-after-two-local-infections-349313" hreflang="en">China puts northern city in lockdown after two local infections</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/12/12/173704-virus22.jpg?itok=5RLrsv4s" />

There was one new case each in Dongning and Suifenhe, which both sit on the country's border with Russia.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-media-mogul-jimmy-lai-produced-in-court-on-national-security-charge-349307">Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai produced in court on national security charge</a>

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Jimmy Lai He has been accused of colluding with foreign countries by calling on overseas governments to sanction Hong Kong and China in response to the crackdown on pro-democracy activism in the city.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canadian-officer-found-guilty-for-attacking-black-woman-by-judo-style-throw-349298" hreflang="en">Canadian officer found guilty for attacking Black woman by 'judo-style' throw</a>

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While his lawyers hailed it to be a 'dynamic takedown', other police officers disagreed with the excessive usage of force and some also labelled it as 'worst use of force'.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/legal-disgrace-says-trump-as-us-supreme-court-gives-final-blow-to-his-election-fraud-claims-349279" hreflang="en">'Legal disgrace', says Trump as US Supreme Court gives final blow to his election fraud claims</a>

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The decision by US Supreme Court has cleared way for US electoral college to cast its votes and formally certify Joe Biden's victory.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/situation-worsens-mexican-photojournalist-killed-after-investigating-crime-scene-349267" hreflang="en">Situation worsens: Mexican photojournalist killed after investigating crime scene</a>

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The death toll of journalists in Mexico has now increased to nine after a photojournalist was shot dead for merely doing his job.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/brexit-deal-hangs-in-balance-johnson-says-failure-very-likely-349247" hreflang="en">Brexit deal hangs in balance; Johnson says failure 'very likely'</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/12/06/172727-boris-johnson-meets-european-commission-president-ursula-von-der-leyen-in-london.jpg?itok=oBo8ve8o" />

Prime Minister Boris Johnson and European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen have given their negotiators until Sunday before a decision is made on whether to keep talking or give up.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/california-joins-us-govt-to-bring-antitrust-lawsuit-against-google-349241" hreflang="en">California joins US govt to bring antitrust lawsuit against Google</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/10/20/165800-google23.jpg?itok=iflNWopK" />

California will join the US government and 11 other states in bringing lawsuits against Google for abusing its market dominance.

The UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen have decided a deadline of Sunday for Brexit deal negotiators. However, Johnson has hinted towards a possible failure.

The UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen have decided a deadline of Sunday for Brexit deal negotiators. However, Johnson has hinted towards a possible failure. On the other hand, US President Donald Trump has once again lost a legal battle ad the US Supreme Court cleared way for US electoral college to cast its votes and announce Joe Biden as the next President. India set to deliver 600 million COVID-19 vaccine shots: Report Over the next six to eight months, India will attempt to deliver 600 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines using its expansive election machinery. First international aid convoy arrives in Tigray: Report There have been numerous call from around the world for Ethiopian government to step-up its efforts to help civilians many of whom are facing shortage of food, water and medicines. Indonesia leader turns himself in for violating COVID-19 restrictions Rizieq Shihab walked to the Jakarta police without any hesitations for questioning of accusations of bypassing all coronavirus restrictions. China puts northern city in lockdown after two local infections There was one new case each in Dongning and Suifenhe, which both sit on the country's border with Russia. Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai produced in court on national security charge Jimmy Lai He has been accused of colluding with foreign countries by calling on overseas governments to sanction Hong Kong and China in response to the crackdown on pro-democracy activism in the city. Canadian officer found guilty for attacking Black woman by 'judo-style' throw While his lawyers hailed it to be a 'dynamic takedown', other police officers disagreed with the excessive usage of force and some also labelled it as 'worst use of force'. 'Legal disgrace', says Trump as US Supreme Court gives final blow to his election fraud claims The decision by US Supreme Court has cleared way for US electoral college to cast its votes and formally certify Joe Biden's victory. Situation worsens: Mexican photojournalist killed after investigating crime scene The death toll of journalists in Mexico has now increased to nine after a photojournalist was shot dead for merely doing his job. Brexit deal hangs in balance; Johnson says failure 'very likely' Prime Minister Boris Johnson and European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen have given their negotiators until Sunday before a decision is made on whether to keep talking or give up. California joins US govt to bring antitrust lawsuit against Google California will join the US government and 11 other states in bringing lawsuits against Google for abusing its market dominance.

Top 10 world news today: Brexit's possible failure, Trump's legal defeat, and more

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/joe-biden-and-kamala-harris-named-time-person-of-the-year-348973" hreflang="en">Joe Biden and Kamala Harris named Time 'Person of the Year'</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/astrazeneca-to-test-combining-covid-19-vaccine-with-russian-shot-349047" hreflang="en">AstraZeneca to test combining COVID-19 vaccine with Russian shot</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-says-deeply-concerned-after-hong-kongs-jimmy-lai-charged-349104" hreflang="en">UK says 'deeply concerned' after Hong Kong's Jimmy Lai charged</a>

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China revokes visa exemptions for US diplomats visiting Hong Kong, Macau Azerbaijan's struggle will continue on many other fronts: Erdogan Euro agency hacking: 

China revokes visa exemptions for US diplomats visiting Hong Kong, Macau Azerbaijan's struggle will continue on many other fronts: Erdogan Euro agency hacking: Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine documents 'unlawfully accessed' Bird flu outbreak in Japan worsens, over 2 million chickens culled Wuhan virus: 10 steps on how to be China and make most of the pandemic Russia's push towards helium could present 'geopolitical risk of threats to supply': Report Mass graves for mink in Denmark may have already polluted groundwater: Report Wall Street to begin trading water for the first time due to fear of shortages Facebook faces lawsuits that could force sale of Instagram, WhatsApp US attorney's office is investigating my taxes, says Joe Biden's son Hunter Biden

Top 10 world news today: China revokes visa exemptions for US diplomats, Pfizer documents hacked and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-issues-allergy-warning-over-pfizer-biontech-vaccine-after-two-reported-cases-348594" hreflang="en">UK issues 'allergy warning' over Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine after two reported cases</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/enemy-of-the-republic-is-political-ideology-called-radical-islamism-french-pm-castex-348606">Enemy of the Republic is political ideology called radical Islamism: French PM</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kim-jong-uns-sister-threatens-south-koreas-foreign-minister-for-questioning-zero-virus-claim-348572">Kim Jong-un's sister threatens Seoul over questioning zero coronavirus claim</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/us-cybersecurity-company-fireeye-discloses-breach-media-blames-russian-hackers-348561" hreflang="en">US cybersecurity company FireEye discloses breach; media blames Russian hackers</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/someone-stole-radio-from-doomsday-jet-russias-nuclear-attack-proof-aircraft-348534" hreflang="en">Someone stole radio from 'doomsday jet', Russia's nuclear attack-proof aircraft</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/leaked-list-gives-insight-into-detention-system-in-chinas-xinjiang-report-says-348509" hreflang="en">Leaked list gives insight into detention system in China's Xinjiang, report says</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/countries-like-china-and-saudi-arabia-used-covid-19-to-curtail-civil-liberties-finds-study-348604" hreflang="en">Countries like China and Saudi Arabia used COVID-19 to curtail civil liberties, finds study</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uae-says-sinopharm-vaccine-has-86-efficacy-against-covid-19-348511" hreflang="en">UAE says Sinopharm vaccine has 86% efficacy against COVID-19</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-signs-executive-order-prioritising-covid-19-vaccine-for-americans-348440" hreflang="en">Trump signs executive order prioritising COVID-19 vaccine for Americans</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/as-western-countries-hoard-vaccines-9-out-of-10-in-low-income-countries-to-miss-out-348585" hreflang="en">As western countries hoard vaccines, 9 out of 10 in low-income countries to miss out</a>

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UK issues 'allergy warning' over Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine after two reported cases Enemy of the Republic is political ideology called radical Islamism: French PM

UK issues 'allergy warning' over Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine after two reported cases Enemy of the Republic is political ideology called radical Islamism: French PM Kim Jong-un's sister threatens Seoul over questioning zero coronavirus claim US cybersecurity company FireEye discloses breach; media blames Russian hackers Someone stole radio from 'doomsday jet', Russia's nuclear attack-proof aircraft Leaked list gives insight into detention system in China's Xinjiang, report says Countries like China and Saudi Arabia used COVID-19 to curtail civil liberties, finds study UAE says Sinopharm vaccine has 86% efficacy against COVID-19 Trump signs executive order prioritising COVID-19 vaccine for Americans As western countries hoard vaccines, 9 out of 10 in low-income countries to miss out

Top 10 world news today: UK's 'allergy warning' over Pfizer vaccine, France defends anti-extremism law and more

Top 10 world news today: First person receives COVID-19 vaccine, Biden appoints first African-American defence secretary, Israel's space head makes alien claims, and more. Click on the title to read the full story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/joe-biden-appoints-first-african-american-secretary-of-defense-of-us-348231" hreflang="en">Joe Biden appoints first African-American secretary of defense of US</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/aliens-exist-but-in-hiding-until-mankind-is-ready-says-ex-israeli-space-head-348239" hreflang="en">Aliens exist but in hiding, until mankind is ready, says ex-Israeli space head</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-to-make-facebook-google-pay-news-outlets-for-content-348266" hreflang="en">Australia to make Facebook, Google pay news outlets for content</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-slaps-sanctions-on-14-chinese-officials-over-hong-kong-crackdown-348285" hreflang="en">US slaps sanctions on 14 Chinese officials over Hong Kong crackdown</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-expects-halal-certificate-for-an-experimental-vaccine-348330" hreflang="en">Indonesia expects halal certificate for an experimental vaccine</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-administration-announces-another-arms-sale-to-taiwan-china-threatens-countermeasures-348352" hreflang="en">Trump administration announces another arms sale to Taiwan; China threatens 'countermeasures'</a>

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Top 10 world news today: First person receives COVID-19 vaccine, Biden appoints first African-American defence secretary, Israel's space head makes alien claims, and more.

Top 10 world news today: First person receives COVID-19 vaccine, Biden appoints first African-American defence secretary, Israel's space head makes alien claims, and more. Click on the title to read the full story. Joe Biden appoints first African-American secretary of defense of US Aliens exist but in hiding, until mankind is ready, says ex-Israeli space head Australia to make Facebook, Google pay news outlets for content US slaps sanctions on 14 Chinese officials over Hong Kong crackdown 90-year-old grandma becomes first in the world to receive coronavirus jab outside trial Indonesia expects halal certificate for an experimental vaccine China blasts 'crazy' US sanctions over Hong Kong; vows 'firm countermeasures' Trump administration announces another arms sale to Taiwan; China threatens 'countermeasures' US re-designates Pakistan, China as countries curbing religious freedom Watch video

Top 10 world news today: Coronavirus inoculation begins, US slaps sanctions on China, and more

As Egypt's Sisi reached France to meet the French leader Emmanuel Macron amid protests, Macron has declared France will be selling arms to Egypt regardless of their human rights track record. On the other hand, Valery Solovey, the Russian man who spread news of Putin's ill health, has been arrested on Tuesday. Towards Asia, China has now started rolling out Digital yuan worth $3 million. In India, while the COVID-19 is still an extreme threat, more than 340 people were admitted in hospitals in a&nbsp;southern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh after being infected by a 'mysterious disease'.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-china-sea-military-bases-vulnerable-to-attack-indefensible-during-war-report-348120" hreflang="en">Military bases in South China Sea 'vulnerable to attack': Report</a>

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China claims 90 per cent of the potentially energy-rich South China Sea, but Brunei, Malaysia, the Philippines, Taiwan and Vietnam each claim parts of it.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-will-sell-arms-to-egypt-despite-human-rights-track-record-macron-348148">France will sell arms to Egypt despite human rights track record: Macron</a>

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French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday said that he would provide arms to Egypt regardless of their human rights track record.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/valery-solovey-russian-pundit-who-raised-concerns-about-putins-health-arrested-348114">Valery Solovey: Russian pundit who raised concerns about Putin's health, arrested</a>

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Solovey has been the source of a series of increasingly outlandish claims in recent months about Vladimir Putin, with him alleging as early as 2016 that the president would imminently stand down on health.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-digital-yuan-worth-3-million-now-being-rolled-out-marking-a-global-first-348119">China: Digital yuan worth $3 million now being rolled out</a>

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China is also set to begin the trials of its digital currency in the city of Suzhou, which lies about 65 miles west of Shanghai.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-is-speeding-up-review-of-pfizer-astrazeneca-covid-19-vaccines-report-348139">India is speeding up review of Pfizer, AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines: Report</a>

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On Monday, the Serum Institute of India - the world’s largest vaccine producer by volume - applied for emergency use of AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/now-monolith-found-on-english-island-similar-to-ones-in-romania-us-348041" hreflang="en">Now monolith found on English island, similar to ones in Romania, US</a>

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A monolith has been found on the Isle of Wight in England which is similar to the ones discovered in the United States and Romania. &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/node/348136" hreflang="en">Scientists believe they have discovered Alaska’s Yellowstone ‘super volcano’</a>

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As per&nbsp;their predictions, Alaska's Aleutian Arc, the line of islands stretching across the Bering Sea towards Russia's coast, could be harbouring a monster on the scale of Yellowstone's mighty supervolcano.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pope-francis-to-make-first-trip-from-vatican-to-iraq-in-march-2021-348143" hreflang="en">Pope Francis to make first trip from Vatican to Iraq in March 2021</a>

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As of now, the trip has been planned for March 5-8 but a set plan will soon be released by the officials.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/andhra-pradesh-mystery-disease-hospitalisation-tally-jumps-to-347-348031" hreflang="en">Andhra Pradesh mystery disease: Hospitalisation tally jumps to 347</a>

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The city in the southern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh is struggling to contain this mysterious disease&nbsp;that has taken the life of one person and has hospitalised 292 other people as of Sunday.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/five-dead-in-pakistan-covid-19-hospital-due-to-oxygen-deficiency-staff-suspended-348121" hreflang="en">Five dead in Pak COVID-19 hospital due to oxygen deficiency; staff suspended</a>

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The oxygen disruption has affected nearly 200 people in the hospital, of which 100 were patients being treated for COVID-19.

As Egypt's Sisi reached France to meet the French leader Emmanuel Macron amid protests, Macron has declared France will be selling arms to Egypt regardless of their human rights track record.

As Egypt's Sisi reached France to meet the French leader Emmanuel Macron amid protests, Macron has declared France will be selling arms to Egypt regardless of their human rights track record. On the other hand, Valery Solovey, the Russian man who spread news of Putin's ill health, has been arrested on Tuesday. Towards Asia, China has now started rolling out Digital yuan worth $3 million. In India, while the COVID-19 is still an extreme threat, more than 340 people were admitted in hospitals in a southern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh after being infected by a 'mysterious disease'. Click on the headlines to read more Military bases in South China Sea 'vulnerable to attack': Report China claims 90 per cent of the potentially energy-rich South China Sea, but Brunei, Malaysia, the Philippines, Taiwan and Vietnam each claim parts of it. France will sell arms to Egypt despite human rights track record: Macron French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday said that he would provide arms to Egypt regardless of their human rights track record. Valery Solovey: Russian pundit who raised concerns about Putin's health, arrested Solovey has been the source of a series of increasingly outlandish claims in recent months about Vladimir Putin, with him alleging as early as 2016 that the president would imminently stand down on health. China: Digital yuan worth $3 million now being rolled out China is also set to begin the trials of its digital currency in the city of Suzhou, which lies about 65 miles west of Shanghai. India is speeding up review of Pfizer, AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines: Report On Monday, the Serum Institute of India - the world’s largest vaccine producer by volume - applied for emergency use of AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine. Now monolith found on English island, similar to ones in Romania, US A monolith has been found on the Isle of Wight in England which is similar to the ones discovered in the United States and Romania. Scientists believe they have discovered Alaska’s Yellowstone ‘super volcano’ As per their predictions, Alaska's Aleutian Arc, the line of islands stretching across the Bering Sea towards Russia's coast, could be harbouring a monster on the scale of Yellowstone's mighty supervolcano. Pope Francis to make first trip from Vatican to Iraq in March 2021 As of now, the trip has been planned for March 5-8 but a set plan will soon be released by the officials. Andhra Pradesh mystery disease: Hospitalisation tally jumps to 347 The city in the southern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh is struggling to contain this mysterious disease that has taken the life of one person and has hospitalised 292 other people as of Sunday. Five dead in Pak COVID-19 hospital due to oxygen deficiency; staff suspended The oxygen disruption has affected nearly 200 people in the hospital, of which 100 were patients being treated for COVID-19.

Top 10 world news today: France to sell arms to Egypt, another monolith found & more

The&nbsp;US&nbsp;President-elect&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/joe-biden">Joe Biden</a>'s team will soon be meeting Pentagon's spy agencies after Pentagon was accused of non-cooperation. The French police arrested 95 demonstrators who were protesting against the national security law being brought in by Emmanuel Macron. While France was observing clashes between and police, Germany had to conduct mass evacuation after a World War II bomb was found in Frankfurt.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pentagon-spy-agencies-to-meet-biden-team-after-facing-accusations-of-non-cooperation-347914" hreflang="en">Pentagon spy agencies to meet Biden team after accusations of non-cooperation</a>

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Pentagon was at the receiving end of allegations of non-cooperation in light of Donald Trump's continued reluctance for conceding elections and comprehensively co-operate with Joe Biden's transition team.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-calls-abraham-accords-an-opportunity-for-palestinians-347953">Israel calls Abraham Accords an 'opportunity' for Palestinians</a>

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The Abraham Accords, through which UAE and Bahrain broke decades of Arab consensus were decried by Palestinian leaders as a "stab in the back".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-police-arrest-95-demonstrators-amid-protests-against-national-security-law-347939">France: Police arrest 95 demonstrators amid protests against security law</a>

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After day-long protest, the French police arrested 95 people across the country.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mass-evacuation-takes-place-in-frankfurt-after-wwii-bomb-spotted-at-construction-site-347945">Mass evacuation takes place in Frankfurt after WWII bomb spotted</a>

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Nearly 13,000 locals were evacuated in German's financial capital on Sunday&nbsp;after a 500-kilogramme (1,100-pound) British bomb from the period of World War II was found on a construction site.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/world-food-programme-warns-2021-will-bring-catastrophic-humanitarian-crisis-347960">World Food Programme warns 2021 will bring 'catastrophic' humanitarian crisis</a>

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As per the experts, 2021 can be one of the worst years human beings have seen in almost a century with fears of&nbsp;extreme starvation and famine.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/german-hospitals-see-40-more-covid-19-patients-than-first-wave-hospitals-struggle-347956" hreflang="en">German hospitals see 40% more COVID-19 patients than first wave; hospitals struggle</a>

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Some hospitals have also claimed to have a full-bed attendance in their ICU wards for almost a week now.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-minister-arrested-over-covid-aid-bribes-347928" hreflang="en">Indonesia minister arrested over COVID aid bribes</a>

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Officials allege that Batubara received more than USD 1 million from two contractors who were appointed to supply basic food packages for people hit by coronavirus pandemic.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biggest-crisis-south-korea-tightens-covid-19-restrictions-amid-record-high-surge-347930" hreflang="en">'Biggest crisis': South Korea tightens COVID-19 restrictions amid record high surge</a>

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'We are facing the biggest crisis in our fight against Covid-19,' said Prime Minister Chung Sye-kyun to South Korea locals.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/amid-worsening-feud-with-prachanda-nepal-pm-oli-skips-party-meet-347947" hreflang="en">Amid worsening feud with Prachanda, Nepal PM Oli skips party meet</a>

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As per reports, the standing committee was going to discuss corruption allegations against Oli levelled by the Prachanda camp in the meeting on Sunday. This may have resulted in renewed demands for Oli's resignation.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/un-chief-extends-support-to-farmers-protest-in-india-347867" hreflang="en">UN chief extends support to farmers protest in India</a>

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Thousands of farmers are demonstrating from several days at border areas of the national capital against three farm laws that were approved in September.

The US President-elect Joe Biden's team will soon be meeting Pentagon's spy agencies after Pentagon was accused of non-cooperation. The French police arrested 95 demonstrators who were protesting against the national security law being brought in by Emmanuel Macron.

The US President-elect Joe Biden's team will soon be meeting Pentagon's spy agencies after Pentagon was accused of non-cooperation. The French police arrested 95 demonstrators who were protesting against the national security law being brought in by Emmanuel Macron. While France was observing clashes between and police, Germany had to conduct mass evacuation after a World War II bomb was found in Frankfurt. Pentagon spy agencies to meet Biden team after accusations of non-cooperation Pentagon was at the receiving end of allegations of non-cooperation in light of Donald Trump's continued reluctance for conceding elections and comprehensively co-operate with Joe Biden's transition team. Israel calls Abraham Accords an 'opportunity' for Palestinians The Abraham Accords, through which UAE and Bahrain broke decades of Arab consensus were decried by Palestinian leaders as a "stab in the back". France: Police arrest 95 demonstrators amid protests against security law After day-long protest, the French police arrested 95 people across the country. Mass evacuation takes place in Frankfurt after WWII bomb spotted Nearly 13,000 locals were evacuated in German's financial capital on Sunday after a 500-kilogramme (1,100-pound) British bomb from the period of World War II was found on a construction site. World Food Programme warns 2021 will bring 'catastrophic' humanitarian crisis As per the experts, 2021 can be one of the worst years human beings have seen in almost a century with fears of extreme starvation and famine. German hospitals see 40% more COVID-19 patients than first wave; hospitals struggle Some hospitals have also claimed to have a full-bed attendance in their ICU wards for almost a week now. Indonesia minister arrested over COVID aid bribes Officials allege that Batubara received more than USD 1 million from two contractors who were appointed to supply basic food packages for people hit by coronavirus pandemic. 'Biggest crisis': South Korea tightens COVID-19 restrictions amid record high surge 'We are facing the biggest crisis in our fight against Covid-19,' said Prime Minister Chung Sye-kyun to South Korea locals. Amid worsening feud with Prachanda, Nepal PM Oli skips party meet As per reports, the standing committee was going to discuss corruption allegations against Oli levelled by the Prachanda camp in the meeting on Sunday. This may have resulted in renewed demands for Oli's resignation. UN chief extends support to farmers protest in India Thousands of farmers are demonstrating from several days at border areas of the national capital against three farm laws that were approved in September.

Top 10 world news today: Biden to meet Pentagon spies, experts warn 'catastrophic' 2021, and more

The global <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">coronavirus</a> infection crossed 65 million on Friday with the United States worst-hit with the virus. Meanwhile, Russia is planning to start a mass vaccination drive soon. The&nbsp;US&nbsp;President-elect&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/joe-biden">Joe Biden</a>&nbsp;has asked Dr. Anthony Fauci to continue serving in the COVID-19 response team. Fauci also hit the news for calling alleging the UK of ;rushing' to approve the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">coronavirus vaccine</a>, and later apologised for his statements.

Click on the headline to read the full story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/as-nations-plan-vaccine-rollout-global-covid-19-cases-top-65-million-us-worst-hit-347550" hreflang="en">As nations plan vaccine rollout, global COVID-19 cases top 65 million</a>

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The number of infections due to the virus has crossed over 14.1 million in the United States as the CDS issued warning for Americans not to travel during Christmas.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/i-hope-france-will-get-rid-of-macron-says-turkey-president-erdogan-347552">I hope France will get rid of Macron, says Turkey President Erdogan</a>

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Ties between Turkey and France, both NATO members, have been particularly tense in recent months over policy differences on Syria and the publishing of caricatures about Prophet Mohammad in France.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pfizer-ceo-not-certain-if-coronavirus-vaccine-will-prevent-transmission-347495">Pfizer CEO 'not certain' if coronavirus vaccine will prevent transmission</a>

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Pfizer Inc's CEO Albert Bourla's&nbsp;response was one of the highlights before the special was released before special, just days after the UK became the world’s first country to give formal authorisation to Pfizer-BioNTech’s mRNA-based COVID-19 vaccine for mass rollout.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/proposed-us-sanctions-on-nord-stream-2-pipeline-is-unfair-competition-russia-347540">Proposed US sanctions on Nord Stream 2 pipeline is unfair competition: Russia</a>

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Germany has defended the Baltic Sea pipeline against opposition by EU countries namely from the Baltic states and Poland including Ukraine which are transit route countries for the pipeline.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/joe-biden-says-his-son-hunters-business-dealings-will-be-kept-away-from-presidency-347506">Biden says his son Hunter’s business dealings will not conflict with his role</a>

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According to a US Senate Committee report, Joe Biden's son Hunter was paid $50,000 a month to serve as the board of Burisma which is a Ukrainian natural gas company with a corrupt owner while his father was the US vice president during the Obama administration.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-turns-on-its-nuclear-powered-artificial-sun-347548">China turns on its nuclear powered 'artificial Sun'</a>

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The 'artificial Sun' uses a powerful magnetic field to fuse hot plasma that can attain a temperature of 150 million degrees Celsius, said People's Daily. This is ten times hotter than the core of the actual Sun.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nsa-whistleblower-edward-snowden-urges-trump-to-grant-clemency-to-wikileaks-julian-assange-347482" hreflang="en">NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden urges Trump to grant clemency to Assange</a>

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The request from Snowden came as Assange sits in a UK jail anticipating an adjudicator's decision, planned for January, on his removal to the US to confront an 18-check arraignment for supposed undercover work and connivance to submit hacking.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/senior-chinese-diplomat-blames-australian-pm-morrison-for-overreacting-on-afghan-tweet-347467" hreflang="en">Senior Chinese diplomat blames Aus PM for 'overreacting' on Afghan tweet</a>

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Australian PM Scott Morrison described a tweet by Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian as 'repugnant', 'outrageous' and 'appalling'.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/anthony-fauci-backtracks-on-uk-vaccine-comments-apologises-for-misunderstanding-347555" hreflang="en">Anthony Fauci backtracks on UK vaccine comments; apologises for 'misunderstanding'</a>

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'I did not mean to imply any sloppiness even though it came out that way, said Dr. Anthony Fauci after criticising UK's approval of COVID-19 vaccine.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/proposed-us-sanctions-on-nord-stream-2-pipeline-is-unfair-competition-russia-347540" hreflang="en">Proposed US sanctions on Nord Stream 2 pipeline is unfair competition: Russia</a>

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Germany has defended the Baltic Sea pipeline against opposition by EU countries namely from the Baltic states and Poland including Ukraine which are transit route countries for the pipeline.

The global coronavirus infection crossed 65 million on Friday with the United States worst-hit with the virus. Meanwhile, Russia is planning to start a mass vaccination drive soon.

The global coronavirus infection crossed 65 million on Friday with the United States worst-hit with the virus. Meanwhile, Russia is planning to start a mass vaccination drive soon. The US President-elect Joe Biden has asked Dr. Anthony Fauci to continue serving in the COVID-19 response team. Fauci also hit the news for calling alleging the UK of ;rushing' to approve the coronavirus vaccine, and later apologised for his statements. Click on the headline to read the full story. As nations plan vaccine rollout, global COVID-19 cases top 65 million The number of infections due to the virus has crossed over 14.1 million in the United States as the CDS issued warning for Americans not to travel during Christmas. I hope France will get rid of Macron, says Turkey President Erdogan Ties between Turkey and France, both NATO members, have been particularly tense in recent months over policy differences on Syria and the publishing of caricatures about Prophet Mohammad in France. Pfizer CEO 'not certain' if coronavirus vaccine will prevent transmission Pfizer Inc's CEO Albert Bourla's response was one of the highlights before the special was released before special, just days after the UK became the world’s first country to give formal authorisation to Pfizer-BioNTech’s mRNA-based COVID-19 vaccine for mass rollout. Proposed US sanctions on Nord Stream 2 pipeline is unfair competition: Russia Germany has defended the Baltic Sea pipeline against opposition by EU countries namely from the Baltic states and Poland including Ukraine which are transit route countries for the pipeline. Biden says his son Hunter’s business dealings will not conflict with his role According to a US Senate Committee report, Joe Biden's son Hunter was paid $50,000 a month to serve as the board of Burisma which is a Ukrainian natural gas company with a corrupt owner while his father was the US vice president during the Obama administration. China turns on its nuclear powered 'artificial Sun' The 'artificial Sun' uses a powerful magnetic field to fuse hot plasma that can attain a temperature of 150 million degrees Celsius, said People's Daily. This is ten times hotter than the core of the actual Sun. NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden urges Trump to grant clemency to Assange The request from Snowden came as Assange sits in a UK jail anticipating an adjudicator's decision, planned for January, on his removal to the US to confront an 18-check arraignment for supposed undercover work and connivance to submit hacking. Senior Chinese diplomat blames Aus PM for 'overreacting' on Afghan tweet Australian PM Scott Morrison described a tweet by Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian as 'repugnant', 'outrageous' and 'appalling'. Anthony Fauci backtracks on UK vaccine comments; apologises for 'misunderstanding' 'I did not mean to imply any sloppiness even though it came out that way, said Dr. Anthony Fauci after criticising UK's approval of COVID-19 vaccine. Proposed US sanctions on Nord Stream 2 pipeline is unfair competition: Russia Germany has defended the Baltic Sea pipeline against opposition by EU countries namely from the Baltic states and Poland including Ukraine which are transit route countries for the pipeline.

Top 10 world news today: China's artifical sun, Fauci's comments on COVID-19 vaccine and more

More countries are taking steps towards common use of coronavirus vaccines. Russia is likely to begin vaccination drive from December. Meanwhile US President Donald Trump is said to be in a mood to fire Attorney General William Barr. Read this and more in Top 10 world news

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-ban-of-ccp-members-abnormal-mindset-towards-communist-party-says-china-347242">US ban of CCP members: Abnormal mindset towards Communist Party, says China</a>

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Reports that the US government will issue new entry rules for Chinese Communist Party members travelling to the United States.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-to-begin-vaccination-drive-against-covid-19-from-december-5-347225">Russia to begin vaccination drive against COVID-19 from December 5</a>

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Russian mayor Sergei Sobyanin asserted that teachers, doctors and social workers will be the first to be administered the Sputnik V vaccine.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/will-trump-fire-us-attorney-general-barr-it-cant-be-ruled-out-347241">Will Trump fire US Attorney General Barr? It can't be ruled out</a>

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If Trump fires William Barr, he will not be the first Attorney General Trump has compelled to leave office.

 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/former-pakistan-pm-jamali-who-held-office-under-musharraf-dies-347184">Former Pakistan PM Jamali, who held office under Musharraf, dies</a>

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Jamali took office in November 2002 when Musharraf allowed holding parliamentary elections after coming into power via a military coup

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/china-unveils-guidelines-on-mobile-apps-collection-of-personal-data-347206">China unveils guidelines on mobile apps' collection of personal data</a>

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China has increased scrutiny of its technology sector in recent weeks, last month drafting anti-monopoly rules for tech firms

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/bangladesh-begins-transfer-of-rohingya-to-controversial-island-347135">Bangladesh begins controversial transfer of Rohingya to island</a>

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Almost a million Rohingya -- most of whom fled a military offensive in neighbouring Myanmar in 2017 -- live in a vast network of squalid camps in south-east Bangladesh.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/czech-republic-to-open-diplomatic-office-in-jerusalem-347224">Czech Republic to open diplomatic office in Jerusalem</a>

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Czech Republic has long been one of Israel's steadiest supporters in the European Union and its president, Milos Zeman, has backed the idea of relocating the Czech embassy to Jerusalem from Tel Aviv. However no steps have been taken.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-coronavirus-daily-death-toll-highest-since-april-cdc-urges-citizens-not-to-travel-during-christmas-347269">US coronavirus daily death toll highest since April; CDC urges citizens not to travel during Christmas</a>

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The US Center for Disease Control and Prevention said citizens who haven't got themselves tested should avoid "nonessential activities" for ten days after travel.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-coronavirus-vaccine-candidate-arrives-in-brazil-347266">Chinese coronavirus vaccine candidate arrives in Brazil</a>

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It is the second shipment of the vaccine, which still needs approval from federal health regulator Anvisa before it can be used, to arrive in Brazil, after 120,000 doses landed from China on Nov. 19

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-pm-imran-khan-approves-rules-to-improve-bureaucracy-performance-347267">Pakistan PM Imran Khan approves rules to improve bureaucracy performance</a>

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Imran Khan said before it had been seen that at whatever point an official (yet not the power) was allocated to hold request, he generally discarded the issue either by granting minor discipline or under some impact or weight

More countries are taking steps towards common use of coronavirus vaccines. Russia is likely to begin vaccination drive from December. Meanwhile US President Donald Trump is said to be in a mood to fire Attorney General William Barr.

More countries are taking steps towards common use of coronavirus vaccines. Russia is likely to begin vaccination drive from December. Meanwhile US President Donald Trump is said to be in a mood to fire Attorney General William Barr. Read this and more in Top 10 world news US ban of CCP members: Abnormal mindset towards Communist Party, says China Reports that the US government will issue new entry rules for Chinese Communist Party members travelling to the United States. Russia to begin vaccination drive against COVID-19 from December 5 Russian mayor Sergei Sobyanin asserted that teachers, doctors and social workers will be the first to be administered the Sputnik V vaccine. Will Trump fire US Attorney General Barr? It can't be ruled out If Trump fires William Barr, he will not be the first Attorney General Trump has compelled to leave office. Former Pakistan PM Jamali, who held office under Musharraf, dies Jamali took office in November 2002 when Musharraf allowed holding parliamentary elections after coming into power via a military coup China unveils guidelines on mobile apps' collection of personal data China has increased scrutiny of its technology sector in recent weeks, last month drafting anti-monopoly rules for tech firms Bangladesh begins controversial transfer of Rohingya to island Almost a million Rohingya -- most of whom fled a military offensive in neighbouring Myanmar in 2017 -- live in a vast network of squalid camps in south-east Bangladesh. Czech Republic to open diplomatic office in Jerusalem Czech Republic has long been one of Israel's steadiest supporters in the European Union and its president, Milos Zeman, has backed the idea of relocating the Czech embassy to Jerusalem from Tel Aviv. However no steps have been taken. US coronavirus daily death toll highest since April; CDC urges citizens not to travel during Christmas The US Center for Disease Control and Prevention said citizens who haven't got themselves tested should avoid "nonessential activities" for ten days after travel. Chinese coronavirus vaccine candidate arrives in Brazil It is the second shipment of the vaccine, which still needs approval from federal health regulator Anvisa before it can be used, to arrive in Brazil, after 120,000 doses landed from China on Nov. 19 Pakistan PM Imran Khan approves rules to improve bureaucracy performance Imran Khan said before it had been seen that at whatever point an official (yet not the power) was allocated to hold request, he generally discarded the issue either by granting minor discipline or under some impact or weight

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Top 10 world news today: From United Kingdom's emergency use authorisation approval for Pfizer-BioNTech's COVID-19 vaccine to Japan's promise to inoculate all its citizens for free, we have all the big stories from today. Click on the headline to read the full story.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/court-hearing-begins-in-sexual-harassment-case-marking-chinas-metoo-movement-346839" hreflang="en">Court hearing begins in sexual harassment case marking China's MeToo movement</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-cdc-to-shorten-covid-19-quarantine-to-10-days-346830" hreflang="en">US CDC to shorten COVID-19 quarantine to 10 days</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thai-pm-acquitted-of-ethics-breach-wins-crucial-legal-battle-346890" hreflang="en">Thai PM acquitted of ethics breach, wins crucial legal battle</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-approves-free-covid-19-vaccines-to-all-its-residents-346899" hreflang="en">Japan approves free COVID-19 vaccines to all its residents</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-uk-approves-pfizers-covid-19-vaccine-eu-warns-against-rushed-authorisation-346916" hreflang="en">After UK approves Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine, EU warns against rushed authorisation</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/dont-do-that-eu-member-states-to-brexit-negotiator-on-rushing-a-deal-with-britain-346945" hreflang="en">Don't do that: EU member states to Brexit negotiator on rushing a deal with Britain</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/not-how-we-do-things-british-pm-boris-johnson-on-rumours-of-compulsory-vaccination-346954" hreflang="en">'Not how we do things': British PM Boris Johnson on rumours of compulsory vaccination</a>

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Watch:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/videos/wion-dispatch-galwan-incident-planned-by-chinese-govt-in-june-2020-says-top-us-panel-346970" hreflang="en">'Galwan incident planned by Chinese govt in June 2020', says Top US panel</a>

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Top 10 world news today: From United Kingdom's emergency use authorisation approval for Pfizer-BioNTech's COVID-19 vaccine to Japan's promise to inoculate all its citizens for free, we have all the big stories from today.

Top 10 world news today: From United Kingdom's emergency use authorisation approval for Pfizer-BioNTech's COVID-19 vaccine to Japan's promise to inoculate all its citizens for free, we have all the big stories from today. Click on the headline to read the full story. UK becomes first country to approve Pfizer-BioNTech Covid vaccine for general use Joshua Wong, other Hong Kong activists to be sentenced for taking part in protests Court hearing begins in sexual harassment case marking China's MeToo movement US CDC to shorten COVID-19 quarantine to 10 days Thai PM acquitted of ethics breach, wins crucial legal battle Japan approves free COVID-19 vaccines to all its residents After UK approves Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine, EU warns against rushed authorisation Don't do that: EU member states to Brexit negotiator on rushing a deal with Britain 'Not how we do things': British PM Boris Johnson on rumours of compulsory vaccination Watch: 'Galwan incident planned by Chinese govt in June 2020', says Top US panel

Top 10 world news today: UK authorises Pfizer vaccine for use, Japan promises free inoculation for all, and more

Top 10 world news today: Reports suggest that China gave its COVID-19 vaccine to North Korea's Kim Jong un, a car drove into pedestrians in Germany killing 2, Pfizer files for emergency use authorisation of its vaccine in EU, and more. Click on the headline to read the full story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/car-drives-into-pedestrians-in-germanys-trier-city-2-dead-346736" hreflang="en">Car drives into pedestrians in Germany's Trier city; 2 dead</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/wolf-brigade-44-germany-bans-neo-nazi-group-police-raids-homes-of-11-members-346728" hreflang="en">'Wolf Brigade 44': Germany bans neo-Nazi group; police raids homes of 11 members</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-europe-before-the-end-of-2020-pfizer-biontech-files-for-eu-approval-of-coronavirus-vaccine-346707" hreflang="en">'In Europe before the end of 2020': Pfizer-BioNTech files for EU approval of coronavirus vaccine</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bank-robbery-like-money-heist-executed-by-thieves-in-brazil-346704" hreflang="en">Bank robbery like Money Heist executed by thieves in Brazil</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-losing-twitter-followers-to-joe-biden-346684" hreflang="en">Donald Trump losing Twitter followers to Joe Biden</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mystery-continues-strange-metal-monolith-now-spotted-in-romania-after-disappearing-from-utah-desert-346664" hreflang="en">Mystery continues: Strange metal monolith now spotted in Romania after disappearing from Utah desert</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-gave-covid-19-vaccine-candidate-to-north-koreas-kim-jong-un-us-analyst-346652" hreflang="en">China gave Covid-19 vaccine candidate to North Korea's Kim Jong Un: US analyst</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/deforestation-in-brazils-amazon-skyrockets-to-12-year-high-under-bolsonaro-346653" hreflang="en">Deforestation in Brazil's Amazon skyrockets to 12-year high under Bolsonaro</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/twitter-rejects-call-to-remove-chinese-officials-fake-australian-troops-tweet-346649" hreflang="en">Twitter rejects call to remove Chinese official's fake Australian troops tweet</a>

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Watch:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/videos/indias-serum-institute-reiterates-safety-of-astrazeneca-vaccine-for-covid-19-346724" hreflang="en">India's Serum institute reiterates safety of AstraZeneca vaccine for COVID-19</a>

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Top 10 world news today: Reports suggest that China gave its COVID-19 vaccine to North Korea's Kim Jong un, a car drove into pedestrians in Germany killing 2, Pfizer files for emergency use authorisation of its vaccine in EU, and more.

Top 10 world news today: Reports suggest that China gave its COVID-19 vaccine to North Korea's Kim Jong un, a car drove into pedestrians in Germany killing 2, Pfizer files for emergency use authorisation of its vaccine in EU, and more. Click on the headline to read the full story. Car drives into pedestrians in Germany's Trier city; 2 dead 'Wolf Brigade 44': Germany bans neo-Nazi group; police raids homes of 11 members 'In Europe before the end of 2020': Pfizer-BioNTech files for EU approval of coronavirus vaccine Bank robbery like Money Heist executed by thieves in Brazil Donald Trump losing Twitter followers to Joe Biden Mystery continues: Strange metal monolith now spotted in Romania after disappearing from Utah desert China gave Covid-19 vaccine candidate to North Korea's Kim Jong Un: US analyst Deforestation in Brazil's Amazon skyrockets to 12-year high under Bolsonaro Twitter rejects call to remove Chinese official's fake Australian troops tweet Watch: India's Serum institute reiterates safety of AstraZeneca vaccine for COVID-19

Top 10 world news today: Car drives into pedestrians in Germany, Monolith mystery deepens, and more

Top 10 world news today: Moderna took seek emergency use authorisation in the US and EU today, Joe Biden gets invited for NATO summit, updates on the murder of Iranian scientist, and more. Click on the headline for the complete story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/moderna-to-seek-us-and-eu-authorisation-for-its-vaccine-today-346482" hreflang="en">Moderna to seek US and EU authorisation for its vaccine today</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nato-chief-invites-joe-biden-for-brussels-summit-346476" hreflang="en">NATO chief invites Joe Biden for Brussels summit</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-reporting-usage-of-single-use-plastics-to-authorities-now-mandatory-346475" hreflang="en">China: Reporting usage of single-use plastics to authorities now mandatory</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nike-and-coca-cola-lobby-against-xinjiang-forced-labor-bill-346470" hreflang="en">Nike and Coca-Cola lobby against Xinjiang forced labor bill</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/complex-operation-led-to-killing-of-nuclear-scientist-top-iranian-official-346461" hreflang="en">'Complex operation' led to killing of nuclear scientist: Top Iranian official</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/european-space-agency-has-the-perfect-fix-for-space-junk-a-claw-346460" hreflang="en">European Space Agency has the perfect fix for space junk - a claw!</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/britain-bans-installation-of-new-huawei-5g-equipment-from-september-2021-346456" hreflang="en">Britain bans installation of new Huawei 5G equipment from September 2021</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/worlds-loneliest-elephant-kaavan-lands-in-cambodia-receives-warm-welcome-by-cher-346442" hreflang="en">'World's loneliest elephant' Kaavan lands in Cambodia, receives warm welcome by Cher</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-local-media-says-chief-nuclear-scientist-shot-with-remote-controlled-machine-gun-made-in-israel-346427" hreflang="en">Iran: Local media says chief nuclear scientist shot with remote-controlled machine gun made in Israel</a>

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Top 10 world news today: Moderna took seek emergency use authorisation in the US and EU today, Joe Biden gets invited for NATO summit, updates on the murder of Iranian scientist, and more.

Top 10 world news today: Moderna took seek emergency use authorisation in the US and EU today, Joe Biden gets invited for NATO summit, updates on the murder of Iranian scientist, and more. Click on the headline for the complete story. Moderna to seek US and EU authorisation for its vaccine today NATO chief invites Joe Biden for Brussels summit China: Reporting usage of single-use plastics to authorities now mandatory Nike and Coca-Cola lobby against Xinjiang forced labor bill 'Complex operation' led to killing of nuclear scientist: Top Iranian official European Space Agency has the perfect fix for space junk - a claw! Britain bans installation of new Huawei 5G equipment from September 2021 'World's loneliest elephant' Kaavan lands in Cambodia, receives warm welcome by Cher Iran: Local media says chief nuclear scientist shot with remote-controlled machine gun made in Israel Watch: Migrant crisis in Africa

Top 10 world news today: NATO invites Biden to summit, Moderna to seek vaccine authorisation, and more

Top 10 world news today: In the US, Pennsylvania's highest court has dismissed another legal challenge to the US election by supporters of President Donald Trump by throwing out a lower court's order. In Afghanistan, a fresh blast took the lives of 30 security personnel. This and more - click on the headline to read the full story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-loses-another-election-court-challenge-legal-defeats-pile-up-346148" hreflang="en">Trump loses another election court challenge; legal defeats pile up</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/car-bombing-in-afghanistan-kills-30-security-personnel-346188">Car bombing in Afghanistan kills 30 security personnel</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/volcano-erupts-in-indonesia-throws-up-smoke-four-kilometres-in-air-346278" hreflang="en">Volcano erupts in Indonesia, throws up smoke four kilometres in air</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-supreme-court-weighs-trump-bid-to-bar-illegal-immigrants-from-census-totals-346274" hreflang="en">US Supreme Court weighs Trump bid to bar illegal immigrants from census totals</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ethiopia-says-military-operation-in-tigray-region-is-over-hunt-for-regional-leaders-begins-346253" hreflang="en">Ethiopia says military operation in Tigray region is over, hunt for regional leaders begins</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thailand-protesters-question-kings-control-over-military-units-346252" hreflang="en">Thailand: Protesters question king's control over military units</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkey-condemns-iranian-scientist-killing-as-act-of-terrorism-346240" hreflang="en">Turkey condemns Iranian scientist killing as act of terrorism</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-says-next-week-very-significant-for-brexit-deal-urges-eu-to-exercise-pragmatism-346236" hreflang="en">UK says next week 'very significant' for Brexit deal, urges EU to exercise pragmatism</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/london-more-than-150-arrested-in-anti-lockdown-protests-346201" hreflang="en">London: More than 150 arrested in anti-lockdown protests</a>

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Watch:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/videos/azerbaijan-continues-to-deploy-more-troops-in-kalbajar-346272" hreflang="en">Azerbaijan continues to deploy more troops in Kalbajar</a>

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Top 10 world news today: In the US, Pennsylvania's highest court has dismissed another legal challenge to the US election by supporters of President Donald Trump by throwing out a lower court's order.

Top 10 world news today: In the US, Pennsylvania's highest court has dismissed another legal challenge to the US election by supporters of President Donald Trump by throwing out a lower court's order. In Afghanistan, a fresh blast took the lives of 30 security personnel. This and more - click on the headline to read the full story. Trump loses another election court challenge; legal defeats pile up Car bombing in Afghanistan kills 30 security personnel Volcano erupts in Indonesia, throws up smoke four kilometres in air US Supreme Court weighs Trump bid to bar illegal immigrants from census totals Ethiopia says military operation in Tigray region is over, hunt for regional leaders begins Thailand: Protesters question king's control over military units Turkey condemns Iranian scientist killing as act of terrorism UK says next week 'very significant' for Brexit deal, urges EU to exercise pragmatism London: More than 150 arrested in anti-lockdown protests Watch: Azerbaijan continues to deploy more troops in Kalbajar

Top 10 world news today: Trump's new setback, blast in Afghanistan, and more

Israeli embassies are on alert after Iran's threat of retaliation over assassination of its top nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh. Meanwhile, Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Khamenei has called for 'punishing' those behind the scientist's killing. In Africa, Ethiopian federal troops' offensive against country's Tigray region is still underway. Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has said that she has 'never been more certain' of Scottish independence from UK. Read this and more in top 10 world news

 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israeli-embassies-on-alert-over-irans-retaliation-threats-after-fakhrizadehs-assassination-report-346090">Israeli embassies on alert over Iran's retaliation threats after Fakhrizadeh's assassination: Report</a>

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Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, 59, was shot by assailants in his car near Absard city in Tehran and died in hospital as doctors failed to revive him.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ethiopian-forces-begin-offensive-on-tigray-with-heavy-shelling-346084">Ethiopian forces begin offensive on Tigray with heavy shelling</a>

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Abiy who won Nobel Peace Prize last year had said earlier in the week that a "third and final phase" in his campaign against leaders of TPLF had begun

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/irans-khamenei-calls-for-punishing-those-behind-scientists-killing-346076">Iran's Khamenei calls for 'punishing' those behind scientist's killing</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/irans-khamenei-calls-for-punishing-those-behind-scientists-killing-346076"><img alt="Khamenei" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="8a6370ff-a6f4-41c1-9d5c-b2db5dd69a84" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Khamenei.JPG" /></a> 
 
Iran's top scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh was assassinated on Friday

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/scotland-first-minister-says-she-has-never-been-more-certain-of-independence-from-uk-346097">Scotland First Minister says she has 'never been more certain' of independence from UK</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/scotland-first-minister-says-she-has-never-been-more-certain-of-independence-from-uk-346097"><img alt="Scotland" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="933834b3-7311-4174-b5ac-5f981f93d162" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Scottish.JPG" /></a> 
The head of Scotland's devolved government and the leader of the pro-independence Scottish National Party (SNP) told supporters that possibility of a break between Scotland and the rest of the UK had never been more closer

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-death-toll-in-europe-crosses-400000-as-germany-mulls-extending-partial-lockdown-till-early-spring-346074">Coronavirus death toll in Europe crosses 400,000 as Germany mulls extending partial lockdown till early spring</a>

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The Belgium government said it will reopen shops from December 1 including Luxembourg and the Netherlands

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-pm-suga-reviews-air-defence-troops-calls-joint-effort-to-develop-new-capabilities-346080">Japan PM Suga reviews air defence troops, calls joint effort to develop new capabilities</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-pm-suga-reviews-air-defence-troops-calls-joint-effort-to-develop-new-capabilities-346080"><img alt="Japan Suga" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="a0ab2ee5-8720-4983-9653-18d3c1a289c2" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Suga.JPG" /></a> 
The Japanese prime minister in his address said that the defence forces should develop capabilities to tackle new battlefields in outer space, cyberspace and electromagnetic fields.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/bilawal-bhutto-slams-imran-khans-heartless-government-for-sacking-over-4500-psm-employees-346106">Bilawal Bhutto slams Imran Khan's 'heartless government' for sacking over 4,500 PSM employees</a>

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According to a report by Geo News, the PSM sacked 4,544 of employees, including the divisional and assistant managers, belonging to category 2,3, and 4 pay groups

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-sri-lanka-maldives-agree-to-bolster-maritime-co-operation-346101">India-Sri Lanka-Maldives agree to bolster maritime co-operation</a>

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The three countries discussed mutual cooperation in the areas of Maritime Domain Awareness, Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief, Joint Exercises, Capacity Building, Maritime Security and Threats, Marine Pollution, and Maritime Underwater Heritage.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-to-pilot-blood-test-that-may-detect-50-types-of-cancer-346057">UK to pilot blood test that may detect 50 types of cancer</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-to-pilot-blood-test-that-may-detect-50-types-of-cancer-346057"><img alt="Blood test" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="bcbd7c6d-6d4c-4eba-b348-7ec46c62c55a" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/bLOOD.JPG" /></a> 
 
Results are expected by 2023, after which it is hoped one million people could receive the test by 2025.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/a-yum-to-go-viennas-hotel-sacher-establishes-drive-in-cake-centre-amid-pandemic-346054#cake-sale-346046">'A yum to-go': Vienna's Hotel Sacher establishes drive-in cake centre amid pandemic</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/a-yum-to-go-viennas-hotel-sacher-establishes-drive-in-cake-centre-amid-pandemic-346054#cake-sale-346046"><img alt="Vienna cake" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="d088a170-b649-41a7-a4d2-d5bb87e26581" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/cake.JPG" /></a> 
A luxury hotel in Vienna, which is famous for serving delicious cakes and chocolates, have come up with an innovative way to serve their customers

Israeli embassies are on alert after Iran's threat of retaliation over assassination of its top nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh. Meanwhile, Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Khamenei has called for 'punishing' those behind the scientist's killing.

Israeli embassies are on alert after Iran's threat of retaliation over assassination of its top nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh. Meanwhile, Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Khamenei has called for 'punishing' those behind the scientist's killing. In Africa, Ethiopian federal troops' offensive against country's Tigray region is still underway. Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has said that she has 'never been more certain' of Scottish independence from UK. Read this and more in top 10 world news Israeli embassies on alert over Iran's retaliation threats after Fakhrizadeh's assassination: Report Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, 59, was shot by assailants in his car near Absard city in Tehran and died in hospital as doctors failed to revive him. Ethiopian forces begin offensive on Tigray with heavy shelling Abiy who won Nobel Peace Prize last year had said earlier in the week that a "third and final phase" in his campaign against leaders of TPLF had begun Iran's Khamenei calls for 'punishing' those behind scientist's killing Iran's top scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh was assassinated on Friday Scotland First Minister says she has 'never been more certain' of independence from UK The head of Scotland's devolved government and the leader of the pro-independence Scottish National Party (SNP) told supporters that possibility of a break between Scotland and the rest of the UK had never been more closer Coronavirus death toll in Europe crosses 400,000 as Germany mulls extending partial lockdown till early spring The Belgium government said it will reopen shops from December 1 including Luxembourg and the Netherlands Japan PM Suga reviews air defence troops, calls joint effort to develop new capabilities The Japanese prime minister in his address said that the defence forces should develop capabilities to tackle new battlefields in outer space, cyberspace and electromagnetic fields. Bilawal Bhutto slams Imran Khan's 'heartless government' for sacking over 4,500 PSM employees According to a report by Geo News, the PSM sacked 4,544 of employees, including the divisional and assistant managers, belonging to category 2,3, and 4 pay groups India-Sri Lanka-Maldives agree to bolster maritime co-operation The three countries discussed mutual cooperation in the areas of Maritime Domain Awareness, Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief, Joint Exercises, Capacity Building, Maritime Security and Threats, Marine Pollution, and Maritime Underwater Heritage. UK to pilot blood test that may detect 50 types of cancer Results are expected by 2023, after which it is hoped one million people could receive the test by 2025. 'A yum to-go': Vienna's Hotel Sacher establishes drive-in cake centre amid pandemic A luxury hotel in Vienna, which is famous for serving delicious cakes and chocolates, have come up with an innovative way to serve their customers

Top 10 world news: Israeli embassies on alert after Iran threat, Ethiopian conflict, and more

As per reports, Iran's top nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh has been assassinated. He&nbsp;was known as the 'father'&nbsp;of Iran's nuclear program. Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny has kept up the heat on Vladimir Putin as he urged the European Parliament to target oligarchs around Putin. In Africa, Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed has assured African envoys that he will protect civilians in Tigray region. Read this and much more in top 10 World news.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/irans-top-nuclear-scientist-mohsen-fakhrizadeh-assassinated-345915">Iran's top nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh assassinated</a>

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Iranian media reported that the high-level nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh referred to as "Iran’s Robert Oppenheimer" was killed on Friday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/target-oligarchs-around-putin-navalny-to-european-parliament-345874">Target oligarchs around Putin, Navalny to European Parliament</a>

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Kremlin has denied allegations that it was behind Navalny's poisoning.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/as-israel-saudi-arabia-cool-tensions-jordans-custodianship-of-al-aqsa-mosque-under-scrutiny-345856">As Israel, Saudi Arabia cool tensions, Jordan's custodianship of al-Aqsa mosque under scrutiny</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/as-israel-saudi-arabia-cool-tensions-jordans-custodianship-of-al-aqsa-mosque-under-scrutiny-345856"><img alt="Al Aqsa" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="47802f22-88a4-4072-afb5-0bd719793851" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Al%20Aqsa.JPG" /></a> 
Last month, a UAE delegation had visited the Al-Aqsa Mosque under the protection of Israeli forces, a move which was criticised by Palestinian PM Muhammad Shtayyeh.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-arabia-clamps-down-on-corruption-in-major-drive-345883">Saudi Arabia clamps down on corruption in major drive</a>

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The individuals in the net are involved with many ministries in Saudi Arabia

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/scottish-leader-nicola-sturgeon-warns-uk-wants-referendum-early-in-next-parliament-345873">Scottish leader Nicola Sturgeon warns UK; wants referendum 'early in next parliament'</a>

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Sturgeon said the UK government's current opposition to the independence referendum, indyref2, was 'unsustainable'

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-doctors-jailed-for-harvesting-of-organs-from-patients-345835">Chinese doctors jailed for harvesting of organs from patients</a>

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Families in Anhui territory in China were fooled into marking counterfeit assent structures for organ harvesting

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ethiopian-pm-tells-african-envoys-he-will-protect-civilians-in-tigray-345885">Ethiopian PM tells African envoys he will protect civilians in Tigray</a>

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A statement issued after their meeting made no mention of talks with the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) to end fighting&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/first-african-american-cardinal-readies-for-princehood-345881">First African-American cardinal readies for 'princehood'</a>

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The 72-year old Washington archbishop, who is currently under quarantine ahead of the big day in the Vatican on Saturday, shows no sign of pre-ceremony nerves

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/denmark-to-dig-up-zombie-mink-that-resurfaced-from-mass-graves-345916">Denmark to dig up 'zombie mink' that resurfaced from mass graves</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/denmark-to-dig-up-zombie-mink-that-resurfaced-from-mass-graves-345916"><img alt="Denmark" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="6eca1f1b-3268-4f33-b92f-190dd47ae32a" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Denmark_0.JPG" /></a> 
 
Denmark is facing a new horror, as cadavers of the culled minks have re-emerged from the earth, as per footage from local channels

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/more-than-3-billion-people-affected-by-water-shortages-report-345894">More than 3 billion people affected by water shortages: Report</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/more-than-3-billion-people-affected-by-water-shortages-report-345894"><img alt="Water" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="458fd2a3-d3a3-46a5-87d1-da7902aede03" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/water.JPG" /></a> 
 
A report titled 'The State of Food and Agriculture 2020:Overcoming water challenges in agriculture' by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations published on Thursday shows fresh water available for each person has plunged by a fifth over two decades

As per reports, Iran's top nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh has been assassinated. He was known as the 'father' of Iran's nuclear program. Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny has kept up the heat on Vladimir Putin as he urged the European Parliament to target oligarchs around Putin.

As per reports, Iran's top nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh has been assassinated. He was known as the 'father' of Iran's nuclear program. Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny has kept up the heat on Vladimir Putin as he urged the European Parliament to target oligarchs around Putin. In Africa, Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed has assured African envoys that he will protect civilians in Tigray region. Read this and much more in top 10 World news. Iran's top nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh assassinated Iranian media reported that the high-level nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh referred to as "Iran’s Robert Oppenheimer" was killed on Friday. Target oligarchs around Putin, Navalny to European Parliament Kremlin has denied allegations that it was behind Navalny's poisoning. As Israel, Saudi Arabia cool tensions, Jordan's custodianship of al-Aqsa mosque under scrutiny Last month, a UAE delegation had visited the Al-Aqsa Mosque under the protection of Israeli forces, a move which was criticised by Palestinian PM Muhammad Shtayyeh. Saudi Arabia clamps down on corruption in major drive The individuals in the net are involved with many ministries in Saudi Arabia Scottish leader Nicola Sturgeon warns UK; wants referendum 'early in next parliament' Sturgeon said the UK government's current opposition to the independence referendum, indyref2, was 'unsustainable' Chinese doctors jailed for harvesting of organs from patients Families in Anhui territory in China were fooled into marking counterfeit assent structures for organ harvesting Ethiopian PM tells African envoys he will protect civilians in Tigray A statement issued after their meeting made no mention of talks with the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) to end fighting First African-American cardinal readies for 'princehood' The 72-year old Washington archbishop, who is currently under quarantine ahead of the big day in the Vatican on Saturday, shows no sign of pre-ceremony nerves Denmark to dig up 'zombie mink' that resurfaced from mass graves Denmark is facing a new horror, as cadavers of the culled minks have re-emerged from the earth, as per footage from local channels More than 3 billion people affected by water shortages: Report A report titled 'The State of Food and Agriculture 2020:Overcoming water challenges in agriculture' by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations published on Thursday shows fresh water available for each person has plunged by a fifth over two decades

Top 10 world news: Iranian nuclear scientist assassinated, Navalny on Putin, and more!

A Turkish court on Thursday jailed 337 former pilots and other suspects for life in one of the largest trials stemming from the bloody 2016 coup attempt against President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. In Asia, Cambodia started mass trial of 120 opposition figures. Astrazeneca is facing questions over its COVID-19 vaccine. Read this and much more.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkey-announces-life-imprisonment-for-convicts-in-bloodiest-coup-against-erdogan-345564">Turkey announces life imprisonment for convicts in 'bloodiest coup' against Erdogan</a>

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Turkey witnessed the bloodiest coup attempt in its political history on July 15, 2016, when a section of the Turkish military launched a coordinated operation in several major cities to topple the government and unseat President Recep Tayyip Erdogan

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/drone-pictures-show-covid-19-cemetery-expanding-in-indonesias-jakarta-345574">Drone pictures show COVID-19 cemetery expanding in Indonesia's Jakarta</a>

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Indonesia is among the worst-hit south-east Asian countries with the virus with reportedly the world's lowest testing rates.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-19-vaccine-could-arrive-before-christmas-german-chancellor-merkel-to-parliament-345552">COVID-19 vaccine could arrive before Christmas: German chancellor Merkel to Parliament</a>

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Merkel insisted that the government can't promise any softening of restrictions for Christmas and New Year.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-debates-virginity-testing-as-activists-fear-violent-repercussions-for-women-345554">France debates virginity testing as activists fear violent repercussions for women</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-debates-virginity-testing-as-activists-fear-violent-repercussions-for-women-345554"><img alt="France" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="c0370d5c-6655-4f01-a432-267dbe5ec866" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/France_4.JPG" /></a> 
Virginity tests in France are most commonly used by Muslims and also by some Roma families who want proof of virginity pre-wedlock

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bird-flu-in-europe-mass-culling-of-chickens-underway-to-stop-outbreak-345556">Bird flu in Europe: Mass culling of chickens underway to stop outbreak</a>

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H5N8 strain of the bird flu is unlikely to risk public health but precautions are being taken across the continent which is still battling coronavirus pandemic

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-orders-tech-giants-to-pay-digital-tax-345545">France orders tech giants to pay digital tax</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-orders-tech-giants-to-pay-digital-tax-345545"><img alt="France tech giants" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="98e1eeae-0ced-4e31-811f-7666110147bd" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/tech%20giant.JPG" /></a> 
 
The finance ministry has long said it would collect the tax in December as planned if the talks proved unfruitful by then, which is what happened when the nearly 140 countries involved agreed last month to keep negotiating until mid 2021.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/more-sanctions-coming-us-envoy-tells-iran-345494">More sanctions coming, US envoy tells Iran</a>

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US Special Envoy for Iran Elliott Abrams on Wednesday, at a virtual Beirut Institute event, said the Trump administration plans further pressure on Tehran, with sanctions related to arms, weapons of mass destruction and human rights.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/90-efficacy-of-oxfords-coronavirus-vaccine-came-from-younger-group-345535">90% efficacy of Oxford's coronavirus vaccine came from younger group</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/90-efficacy-of-oxfords-coronavirus-vaccine-came-from-younger-group-345535"><img alt="Covid vaccine" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="a4357e85-283a-492c-9bbe-1fa6f6f583c1" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/AstraZeneca.JPG" /></a> 
 
The vaccine being developed by Oxford University was 90 per cent viable when a half-portion was given before a full-portion booster, the partners said

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cambodia-begins-mass-trial-of-120-opposition-figures-345541">Cambodia begins mass trial of 120 opposition figures</a>

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The case in question is linked to attempts by exiled opposition figurehead Sam Rainsy to return to Cambodia last year from France, where he has lived since 2015 to avoid jail for convictions that he says are bogus.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/viral-image-four-year-old-uses-moms-phone-to-order-food-worth-usd-67-from-mcdonalds-345572">Viral image: Four-year-old uses mom's phone to order food worth USD 67 from McDonald's</a>

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The image has gone viral due to the major aww quotient. It has got more than 100,000 likes

A Turkish court on Thursday jailed 337 former pilots and other suspects for life in one of the largest trials stemming from the bloody 2016 coup attempt against President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

A Turkish court on Thursday jailed 337 former pilots and other suspects for life in one of the largest trials stemming from the bloody 2016 coup attempt against President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. In Asia, Cambodia started mass trial of 120 opposition figures. Astrazeneca is facing questions over its COVID-19 vaccine. Read this and much more. Turkey announces life imprisonment for convicts in 'bloodiest coup' against Erdogan Turkey witnessed the bloodiest coup attempt in its political history on July 15, 2016, when a section of the Turkish military launched a coordinated operation in several major cities to topple the government and unseat President Recep Tayyip Erdogan Drone pictures show COVID-19 cemetery expanding in Indonesia's Jakarta Indonesia is among the worst-hit south-east Asian countries with the virus with reportedly the world's lowest testing rates. COVID-19 vaccine could arrive before Christmas: German chancellor Merkel to Parliament Merkel insisted that the government can't promise any softening of restrictions for Christmas and New Year. France debates virginity testing as activists fear violent repercussions for women Virginity tests in France are most commonly used by Muslims and also by some Roma families who want proof of virginity pre-wedlock Bird flu in Europe: Mass culling of chickens underway to stop outbreak H5N8 strain of the bird flu is unlikely to risk public health but precautions are being taken across the continent which is still battling coronavirus pandemic France orders tech giants to pay digital tax The finance ministry has long said it would collect the tax in December as planned if the talks proved unfruitful by then, which is what happened when the nearly 140 countries involved agreed last month to keep negotiating until mid 2021. More sanctions coming, US envoy tells Iran US Special Envoy for Iran Elliott Abrams on Wednesday, at a virtual Beirut Institute event, said the Trump administration plans further pressure on Tehran, with sanctions related to arms, weapons of mass destruction and human rights. 90% efficacy of Oxford's coronavirus vaccine came from younger group The vaccine being developed by Oxford University was 90 per cent viable when a half-portion was given before a full-portion booster, the partners said Cambodia begins mass trial of 120 opposition figures The case in question is linked to attempts by exiled opposition figurehead Sam Rainsy to return to Cambodia last year from France, where he has lived since 2015 to avoid jail for convictions that he says are bogus. Viral image: Four-year-old uses mom's phone to order food worth USD 67 from McDonald's The image has gone viral due to the major aww quotient. It has got more than 100,000 likes

Top 10 World news: COVID vaccine latest, US sanctions on Iran, and more

After days of uncertainty, Chinese President Xi Jinping has finally congratulated US President-elect Joe Biden. Meanwhile, China is fuming because of fresh ban on Chinese apps in India. Coronabirus vaccination is likely to start in th EU by December. Read this and much more!

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/president-xi-congratulates-president-elect-joe-biden-on-us-election-victory-345342">President Xi congratulates president-elect Joe Biden on US election victory</a>

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Earlier, Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin had said: “We respect the choice of the American people.

 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/we-firmly-oppose-indias-move-to-block-more-mobile-apps-china-345287">We firmly oppose India's move to block more mobile apps: China</a>

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Yesterday, The India government announced that it has banned 43 more Chinese mobile apps.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/uae-halts-new-visas-to-citizens-of-13-countries-including-pakistan-over-security-concern-345321">UAE halts new visas to citizens of 13 countries including Pakistan over security concern</a>

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The UAE had temporarily stopped issuing new visas to Afghans, Pakistanis and citizens of several other countries over security concerns.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/light-at-the-end-of-the-tunnel-european-commission-president-ursula-von-der-leyen-says-first-european-citizen-might-be-vaccinated-before-end-december-345336">'Light at the end of the tunnel': European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen says first European citizen might be vaccinated before end December</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/light-at-the-end-of-the-tunnel-european-commission-president-ursula-von-der-leyen-says-first-european-citizen-might-be-vaccinated-before-end-december-345336"><img alt="EU vaccine" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="d470e88c-0613-4fd1-aab5-6a9ef6f7f515" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/vaccine_0.JPG" /></a> 
The European Commission president &nbsp;Ursula von der Leyen warned that member countries should prepare their logistical chains for the rollout of millions of doses vaccines.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thai-police-revive-controversial-royal-defamation-law-ahead-of-protest-345279">Thai police revive controversial royal defamation law ahead of protest</a>

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Thailand has for months been rocked by youth-led protests demanding a new constitution, reform of the untouchable monarchy, and for Prayut to resign.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/back-from-dead-zombie-minks-rise-from-graves-to-exact-revenge-after-being-culled-345356">Back from dead? Zombie minks rise from graves to 'exact revenge' after being culled</a>

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Hordes of carcasses of dead minks resurfaced from the grave after mass culling, leading to speculation that they have returned as zombies to 'exact revenge'

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/will-santa-use-hand-sanitiser-worried-8-year-old-writes-to-uk-pm-boris-johnson-345331">Will Santa use hand sanitiser? worried 8-year-old writes to UK PM Boris Johnson</a>

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Johnson gave a reply and thanked Monti for raising an 'important question'

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-37-killed-as-bus-truck-collide-in-brazil-345357">At least 37 killed as bus, truck collide in Brazil</a>

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The bus was reportedly carrying workers at a textile factory when the crash occurred.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/german-chancellor-angela-merkel-approves-compensation-for-past-military-anti-gay-discrimination-345332">German Chancellor Angela Merkel approves compensation for past military anti-gay discrimination</a>

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The compensation would apply to soldiers from the Bundeswehr, which was created in West Germany in 1955, and to troops from former East Germany's National People's Army, founded in 1956

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/dont-cut-overseas-aid-malala-yousafzai-urges-uk-finance-minister-rishi-sunak-345320">Don't cut overseas aid, Malala Yousafzai urges UK Finance Minister Rishi Sunak</a>

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In a tweet late on Tuesday, Yousafzai reminded Sunak and Prime Minister Boris Johnson of the 0.7 percent pledge, renewed in last year's Conservative election manifesto

After days of uncertainty, Chinese President Xi Jinping has finally congratulated US President-elect Joe Biden. Meanwhile, China is fuming because of fresh ban on Chinese apps in India.

After days of uncertainty, Chinese President Xi Jinping has finally congratulated US President-elect Joe Biden. Meanwhile, China is fuming because of fresh ban on Chinese apps in India. Coronabirus vaccination is likely to start in th EU by December. Read this and much more! President Xi congratulates president-elect Joe Biden on US election victory Earlier, Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin had said: “We respect the choice of the American people. We firmly oppose India's move to block more mobile apps: China Yesterday, The India government announced that it has banned 43 more Chinese mobile apps. UAE halts new visas to citizens of 13 countries including Pakistan over security concern The UAE had temporarily stopped issuing new visas to Afghans, Pakistanis and citizens of several other countries over security concerns. 'Light at the end of the tunnel': European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen says first European citizen might be vaccinated before end December The European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen warned that member countries should prepare their logistical chains for the rollout of millions of doses vaccines. Thai police revive controversial royal defamation law ahead of protest Thailand has for months been rocked by youth-led protests demanding a new constitution, reform of the untouchable monarchy, and for Prayut to resign. Back from dead? Zombie minks rise from graves to 'exact revenge' after being culled Hordes of carcasses of dead minks resurfaced from the grave after mass culling, leading to speculation that they have returned as zombies to 'exact revenge' Will Santa use hand sanitiser? worried 8-year-old writes to UK PM Boris Johnson Johnson gave a reply and thanked Monti for raising an 'important question' At least 37 killed as bus, truck collide in Brazil The bus was reportedly carrying workers at a textile factory when the crash occurred. German Chancellor Angela Merkel approves compensation for past military anti-gay discrimination The compensation would apply to soldiers from the Bundeswehr, which was created in West Germany in 1955, and to troops from former East Germany's National People's Army, founded in 1956 Don't cut overseas aid, Malala Yousafzai urges UK Finance Minister Rishi Sunak In a tweet late on Tuesday, Yousafzai reminded Sunak and Prime Minister Boris Johnson of the 0.7 percent pledge, renewed in last year's Conservative election manifesto

Top 10 World news: Xi congratulates Biden, COVID-19 vaccination in EU, and more!

WHO says China has given it assurance on access for COVID origins probe.&nbsp;Ethiopia says foes surrendering.&nbsp;Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Tuesday he would visit Bahrain "soon" China&nbsp;on Tuesday dismissed Pope Francis's criticism of Muslim Uighurs in the country as a “persecuted” community, calling the charges&nbsp;groundless.

Here are some of the top stories from the world on Tuesday:

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-gives-pledge-on-access-for-covid-origins-probe-who-345055" hreflang="en">China gives pledge on access for COVID origins probe: WHO</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/transition-executive-announces-start-of-process-for-joe-biden-345001" hreflang="en">Transition Executive announces start of process for Joe Biden</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ethiopia-says-foes-surrendering-tigray-forces-report-battle-win-345114" hreflang="en">Ethiopia says foes surrendering, Tigray forces report battle win</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-calls-pope-francis-remarks-on-persecuted-uighurs-groundless-345117" hreflang="en">China calls Pope Francis' remarks on 'persecuted' Uighurs 'groundless'</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-might-pull-british-judges-out-of-hong-kongs-highest-court-344986" hreflang="en">UK might pull British judges out of Hong Kong's highest court</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israeli-prime-minister-benjamin-netanyahu-says-he-will-visit-bahrain-soon-345125" hreflang="en">Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he will visit Bahrain soon</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/french-users-sue-muslim-prayer-app-over-alleged-data-sharing-to-us-army-345130" hreflang="en">French users sue Muslim prayer app over alleged data sharing to US army</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science-technology/iata-set-to-rollout-covid-19-passport-to-support-safe-reopening-of-borders-345099" hreflang="en">IATA set to rollout 'COVID-19 passport' to support 'safe reopening of borders'</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/uae-opens-up-the-economy-allows-100-foreign-ownership-of-firms-report-345038" hreflang="en">UAE opens up the economy, allows 100% foreign ownership of firms: Report</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/brazil-police-uses-tear-gas-rubber-bullets-on-protesters-345069" hreflang="en">Brazil: Police uses tear gas, rubber bullets on protesters</a>

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WHO says China has given it assurance on access for COVID origins probe. Ethiopia says foes surrendering. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Tuesday he would visit Bahrain "soon" China on Tuesday dismissed Pope Francis's criticism of Muslim Uighurs in the country as a “persecuted” community, calling the charges groundless.

WHO says China has given it assurance on access for COVID origins probe. Ethiopia says foes surrendering. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Tuesday he would visit Bahrain "soon" China on Tuesday dismissed Pope Francis's criticism of Muslim Uighurs in the country as a “persecuted” community, calling the charges groundless. Here are some of the top stories from the world on Tuesday: China gives pledge on access for COVID origins probe: WHO Transition Executive announces start of process for Joe Biden Ethiopia says foes surrendering, Tigray forces report battle win China calls Pope Francis' remarks on 'persecuted' Uighurs 'groundless' UK might pull British judges out of Hong Kong's highest court Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he will visit Bahrain soon French users sue Muslim prayer app over alleged data sharing to US army IATA set to rollout 'COVID-19 passport' to support 'safe reopening of borders' UAE opens up the economy, allows 100% foreign ownership of firms: Report Brazil: Police uses tear gas, rubber bullets on protesters

Top 10 world news today: China gives access for WHO's coronavirus probe and more

Here are the top news stories of the day: From US vowing support to Philippines and Vietnam over China row to China's regulation of live shows to record hospitalisations in the US. Click on the headline to read the full story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-china-sea-us-vows-support-to-philippines-and-vietnam-over-row-with-china-344931" hreflang="en">South China Sea: US vows support to Philippines and Vietnam over row with China</a>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-denies-reports-of-talks-between-crown-prince-salman-and-netanyahu-344925" hreflang="en">Saudi denies reports of talks between Crown Prince Salman and Netanyahu</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-accuses-turkey-of-obstructing-libya-peace-344921" hreflang="en">Germany accuses Turkey of obstructing Libya peace</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-pushes-for-more-regulation-of-live-shows-urges-end-to-money-worship-344912" hreflang="en">China pushes for more regulation of live shows, urges end to 'money worship'</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/european-union-warns-france-over-press-freedom-as-it-pushes-security-law-344910" hreflang="en">European Union warns France over press freedom as it pushes security law</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sputnik-v-takes-a-jibe-at-pfizer-moderna-covid-19-vaccine-claims-own-drug-much-cheaper-344895" hreflang="en">Sputnik V takes a jibe at Pfizer, Moderna Covid-19 vaccine prices, claims own drug much cheaper</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/unicef-to-ship-2-billion-doses-of-covid-19-vaccines-to-poor-countries-next-year-344855" hreflang="en">UNICEF to ship 2 billion doses of COVID-19 vaccines to poor countries next year</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/chinese-president-xi-jinping-pushes-for-qr-code-based-global-travel-system-344847" hreflang="en">Chinese President Xi Jinping pushes for QR code based global travel system</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-sees-record-number-of-coronavirus-hospitalisations-for-12th-day-in-a-row-344837" hreflang="en">US sees record number of coronavirus hospitalisations for 12th day in a row</a></h2>

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Here are the top news stories of the day: From US vowing support to Philippines and Vietnam over China row to China's regulation of live shows to record hospitalisations in the US.

Here are the top news stories of the day: From US vowing support to Philippines and Vietnam over China row to China's regulation of live shows to record hospitalisations in the US. Click on the headline to read the full story. South China Sea: US vows support to Philippines and Vietnam over row with China Saudi denies reports of talks between Crown Prince Salman and Netanyahu Germany accuses Turkey of obstructing Libya peace China pushes for more regulation of live shows, urges end to 'money worship' European Union warns France over press freedom as it pushes security law Sputnik V takes a jibe at Pfizer, Moderna Covid-19 vaccine prices, claims own drug much cheaper UNICEF to ship 2 billion doses of COVID-19 vaccines to poor countries next year Chinese President Xi Jinping pushes for QR code based global travel system US sees record number of coronavirus hospitalisations for 12th day in a row Watch: Coronavirus in the UK

Top 10 world news today: China's Jinping pushes for QR based global travel system, and more

France has asked Pakistan to take back comments that compared President Emmanuel Macron to Nazis. The comment was made by a Pakistani minister. British Finance Minister Rishi Sunak said that Christmas this year will not be 'normal' in light of coronavirus pandemic. In Syria, 14 pro-Iran militia fighters were killed in an Israeli airstrike, said a report. Afghan Vice President has vowed to track those behind Kabul terror attack. Read this and more.

 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/blatant-lies-france-asks-pakistan-to-withdraw-comments-that-compared-macron-to-nazis-344721">'Blatant lies': France asks Pakistan to withdraw comments that compared Macron to Nazis</a>

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France's foreign ministry said that the remarks by the minister were 'hateful' and 'blatant lies', demanding Pakistan to 'rectify' the statements

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-normal-christmas-this-year-says-britains-finance-minister-rishi-sunak-344710">No 'normal' Christmas this year, says Britain's Finance Minister Rishi Sunak</a>

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Sunak's comments came after the government affirmed that there will be a tougher set of restrictions after the current lockdown ends on December 2

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/syria-14-pro-iran-fighters-killed-in-israeli-airstrikes-says-report-344707">Syria: 14 pro-Iran fighters killed in Israeli airstrikes, says report</a>

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More than 10 strikes hit positions of Iran-backed militias outside the border town of Albu Kamal

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-warns-israel-over-its-role-in-syria-344713">Iran warns Israel over its role in Syria</a>

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Israel, which views Tehran as its biggest security threat, has repeatedly attacked Iranian targets and those of allied militia in Syria, where Tehran has backed President Bashar al-Assad and his forces against rebels and militants since 2012

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/afghan-vp-vows-to-track-those-behind-kabul-terror-attack-344699">Afghan VP vows to track those behind Kabul terror attack</a>

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The attack that took place on Saturday saw rockets being fired in densely populated areas of Kabul, including in and around the heavily fortified Green Zone.

 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nasal-spray-that-aims-to-fight-covid-19-other-respiratory-illness-gets-million-dollar-funding-344698">Nasal spray that aims to fight Covid-19, other respiratory illness gets million-dollar funding</a>

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If the technology turns out successful, other than coronavirus, infections like common cold and influenza can also be dealt with

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/women-who-killed-afghan-official-with-promises-of-sex-released-with-taliban-prisoners-344648">Women who killed Afghan official with promises of sex, released with Taliban prisoners</a>

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The two were also infamous for brutal murders, other than their 'honeytrap' killings

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/dutch-cull-almost-200000-chickens-after-bird-flu-outbreak-344695">Dutch cull almost 200,000 chickens after bird flu outbreak</a>

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Seasonal bird flu has been detected at various farms around the Netherlands since October, blamed mainly on migratory birds.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/couple-collects-5000-gifts-for-donations-this-christmas-344704">Couple collects 5,000 gifts for donations this Christmas</a>

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The couple, who run the popular TikTok channel The Smithy Family, initially decided to buy 60 gifts for Christmas for needy people but were surprised to see how people supported their efforts

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thousands-join-annual-taiwan-protest-anger-focussed-on-us-pork-344692">Thousands join annual Taiwan protest, anger focussed on US pork</a>

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Taiwan`s main opposition party the Kuomintang (KMT) rallied its supporters to join in the march for the first time, having mounted an increasingly strident campaign against the pork move, which it says threatens food safety.

France has asked Pakistan to take back comments that compared President Emmanuel Macron to Nazis. The comment was made by a Pakistani minister. British Finance Minister Rishi Sunak said that Christmas this year will not be 'normal' in light of coronavirus pandemic.

France has asked Pakistan to take back comments that compared President Emmanuel Macron to Nazis. The comment was made by a Pakistani minister. British Finance Minister Rishi Sunak said that Christmas this year will not be 'normal' in light of coronavirus pandemic. In Syria, 14 pro-Iran militia fighters were killed in an Israeli airstrike, said a report. Afghan Vice President has vowed to track those behind Kabul terror attack. Read this and more. 'Blatant lies': France asks Pakistan to withdraw comments that compared Macron to Nazis France's foreign ministry said that the remarks by the minister were 'hateful' and 'blatant lies', demanding Pakistan to 'rectify' the statements No 'normal' Christmas this year, says Britain's Finance Minister Rishi Sunak Sunak's comments came after the government affirmed that there will be a tougher set of restrictions after the current lockdown ends on December 2 Syria: 14 pro-Iran fighters killed in Israeli airstrikes, says report More than 10 strikes hit positions of Iran-backed militias outside the border town of Albu Kamal Iran warns Israel over its role in Syria Israel, which views Tehran as its biggest security threat, has repeatedly attacked Iranian targets and those of allied militia in Syria, where Tehran has backed President Bashar al-Assad and his forces against rebels and militants since 2012 Afghan VP vows to track those behind Kabul terror attack The attack that took place on Saturday saw rockets being fired in densely populated areas of Kabul, including in and around the heavily fortified Green Zone. Nasal spray that aims to fight Covid-19, other respiratory illness gets million-dollar funding If the technology turns out successful, other than coronavirus, infections like common cold and influenza can also be dealt with Women who killed Afghan official with promises of sex, released with Taliban prisoners The two were also infamous for brutal murders, other than their 'honeytrap' killings Dutch cull almost 200,000 chickens after bird flu outbreak Seasonal bird flu has been detected at various farms around the Netherlands since October, blamed mainly on migratory birds. Couple collects 5,000 gifts for donations this Christmas The couple, who run the popular TikTok channel The Smithy Family, initially decided to buy 60 gifts for Christmas for needy people but were surprised to see how people supported their efforts Thousands join annual Taiwan protest, anger focussed on US pork Taiwan`s main opposition party the Kuomintang (KMT) rallied its supporters to join in the march for the first time, having mounted an increasingly strident campaign against the pork move, which it says threatens food safety.

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