Migrants continue to pour in Poland from Belarus. Belarussian President Lukashenko has been accused of using migrants as 'pawns'. Amid the chaos, he has continued his demand for Russian missiles. In other news India is getting disproportionate flak over change in language in COP26 climate summit deal. Read this and more in our Top 10 world news

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/using-desperate-migrants-as-pawns-lukashenko-faces-sanctions-threat-pitches-for-russian-missiles-429281">'Using desperate migrants as pawns': Lukashenko faces sanctions threat, pitches for Russian missiles</a> 
 
As tension mounted at the border, Lukashenko said he wants "500-kilometres missile systems" - the Iskander to deploy in the south and west.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/to-win-love-uk-pm-boris-johnson-pledged-to-help-former-lover-jennifer-arcuris-business-says-report-429215">To win love, UK PM Boris Johnson pledged to help former lover Jennifer Arcuri's business, says report</a> 
 
In previously unpublished extracts of diary entries of UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s former lover Jennifer Arcuri, the US businesswoman revealed details of how the British leader allegedly overruled the advice of staff to promote her business interests to win her affection. The diary entries were written during Arcuri’s affair with Johnson&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cop26-us-china-promoted-coal-phase-down-concept-then-why-is-india-getting-disproportionate-blame-for-it-429295">COP26: US, China promoted 'coal phase down' concept. Then why is India getting disproportionate blame for it?</a> 
 
COP26 climate summit deal has mentioned 'phase down' of coal. India is getting disproportionate blame for clause mentioning 'phase down' instead of 'phase out'

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/muammar-gaddafis-son-to-run-for-libya-president-429278">Muammar Gaddafi's son to run for Libya president</a> 
 
Libyan Officials have confirmed that Saif al-Islam al-Gaddafi, son of late Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi is running to become Libya's president. Other prominent figures in the fray include eastern military commander Khalifa Haftar, Prime Minister Abdulhamid al-Dbeibah and parliament speaker Aguila Saleh

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-coronavirus-flareups-surge-in-provinces-429245">China's coronavirus 'flareups' surge in provinces</a> 
 
Beijing authorities this week had ordered a lockdown of several areas after virus outbreak in central districts while ramping up testing.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/23000-mice-euthanised-in-2020-by-rutgers-university-reveal-leaked-documents-429282">23,000 mice euthanised in 2020 by Rutgers University, reveal leaked documents</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/al-jazeera-says-sudanese-forces-arrest-country-bureau-chief-429246">Al Jazeera says Sudanese forces arrest country bureau chief</a>

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Al Jazeera TV network has given extensive coverage to anti-coup protests in Sudan

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fbi-probes-fake-emails-sent-from-internal-server-over-possible-cyber-attack-429274">FBI probes fake emails sent from internal server over possible cyber-attack</a> 
 
Warning of a possible cyber-attack, thousands of fake email messages were sent from one of the servers of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The agency has launched probe in the incident. It claimed to be a warning about a supposed threat. The mail was titled, "Urgent: Threat actor in systems." More than 100,000 emails were sent out.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uks-queen-elizabeth-to-miss-remembrance-event-due-to-sprained-back-429262">UK's Queen Elizabeth to miss Remembrance event due to 'sprained back'</a> 
 
Remembrance Day event was to be Queen Elizabeth's first public appearance since resting on medical grounds. In her absence this year, Prince Charles will lay a wreath on her behalf

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/you-are-streetwise-and-i-am-street-tough-lukashenko-to-putin-429290">You are streetwise and I am street tough, Lukashenko to Putin</a> 
 
Russian President Putin and Lukashenko have cemented their relations in the past year amid sanctions imposed by the EU on Belarus.

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Migrants continue to pour in Poland from Belarus. Belarussian President Lukashenko has been accused of using migrants as 'pawns'. Amid the chaos, he has continued his demand for Russian missiles.

Migrants continue to pour in Poland from Belarus. Belarussian President Lukashenko has been accused of using migrants as 'pawns'. Amid the chaos, he has continued his demand for Russian missiles. In other news India is getting disproportionate flak over change in language in COP26 climate summit deal. Read this and more in our Top 10 world news 'Using desperate migrants as pawns': Lukashenko faces sanctions threat, pitches for Russian missiles As tension mounted at the border, Lukashenko said he wants "500-kilometres missile systems" - the Iskander to deploy in the south and west. To win love, UK PM Boris Johnson pledged to help former lover Jennifer Arcuri's business, says report In previously unpublished extracts of diary entries of UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s former lover Jennifer Arcuri, the US businesswoman revealed details of how the British leader allegedly overruled the advice of staff to promote her business interests to win her affection. The diary entries were written during Arcuri’s affair with Johnson COP26: US, China promoted 'coal phase down' concept. Then why is India getting disproportionate blame for it? COP26 climate summit deal has mentioned 'phase down' of coal. India is getting disproportionate blame for clause mentioning 'phase down' instead of 'phase out' Muammar Gaddafi's son to run for Libya president Libyan Officials have confirmed that Saif al-Islam al-Gaddafi, son of late Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi is running to become Libya's president. Other prominent figures in the fray include eastern military commander Khalifa Haftar, Prime Minister Abdulhamid al-Dbeibah and parliament speaker Aguila Saleh China's coronavirus 'flareups' surge in provinces Beijing authorities this week had ordered a lockdown of several areas after virus outbreak in central districts while ramping up testing. 23,000 mice euthanised in 2020 by Rutgers University, reveal leaked documents Al Jazeera says Sudanese forces arrest country bureau chief Al Jazeera TV network has given extensive coverage to anti-coup protests in Sudan FBI probes fake emails sent from internal server over possible cyber-attack Warning of a possible cyber-attack, thousands of fake email messages were sent from one of the servers of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The agency has launched probe in the incident. It claimed to be a warning about a supposed threat. The mail was titled, "Urgent: Threat actor in systems." More than 100,000 emails were sent out. UK's Queen Elizabeth to miss Remembrance event due to 'sprained back' Remembrance Day event was to be Queen Elizabeth's first public appearance since resting on medical grounds. In her absence this year, Prince Charles will lay a wreath on her behalf You are streetwise and I am street tough, Lukashenko to Putin Russian President Putin and Lukashenko have cemented their relations in the past year amid sanctions imposed by the EU on Belarus.

Top 10 World News: Lukashenko wants Russian missiles, COP26 controversy, more

President Vladimir&nbsp;Putin&nbsp;said on Saturday that Russia has "nothing&nbsp;to do" with the migrant crisis at the Poland-Belarus border.&nbsp;The latest draft in the COP26 summit has urged countries to curb their use of coal and act faster against climate change.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-have-nothing-to-do-with-it-says-putin-on-belarus-poland-migrant-crisis-429022" hreflang="en">We have nothing to do with it, says Putin on Belarus-Poland migrant crisis</a>

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"Everybody is trying to make us responsible for something at every given opportunity," the&nbsp;Russian president&nbsp;lamented.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cop26-summit-latest-draft-urges-coal-curbs-faster-climate-action-429005">COP26 summit: Latest draft urges coal curbs, faster climate action</a>

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The latest draft is trying to balance the demands of climate-vulnerable nations, big industrial powers, and those whose consumption or exports of fossil fuels are vital to their economic development.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/britains-army-chief-says-accidental-war-can-break-out-between-the-west-and-russia-429026">'Accidental' war can break out between the West and Russia, says UK army chief</a>

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"I think we have to be careful that people don't end up allowing the bellicose nature of some of our politics to end up in a position where escalation leads to miscalculation," he said in an interview.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/how-belarus-became-gateway-to-eu-for-middle-east-migrants-428982" hreflang="en">How Belarus became gateway to EU for Middle East migrants</a>

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Poland and other EU member states say Belarus is encouraging the migrants to cross the border into the EU in revenge for sanctions slapped on Minsk over human rights abuses, a charge President Alexander Lukashenko's government denies.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ahmaud-arbery-murder-trial-defence-attorney-faces-backlash-on-comments-about-black-pastors-429035" hreflang="en">Ahmaud Arbery murder trial: Defence attorney faces backlash on comments about black pastors</a>

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An attorney for one of the three defendants in the murder trial of Ahmaud&nbsp;Arbery, a 25-year-old Black jogger, objected to "more black pastors coming in here" into the courtroom, after leading civil rights leader, the Rev. Al Sharpton, was seen seated with the victim's family earlier in the court proceedings.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/europe-becoming-covid-19s-epicentre-yet-again-some-countries-planning-lockdown-booster-shots-428986" hreflang="en">Europe becoming COVID-19’s epicentre yet again, some countries planning lockdown, booster shots</a>

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Europe is once again becoming the epicentre of a fresh COVID-19 outbreak, with some countries looking to impose lockdowns till Christmas and New Year as cases continue to rise.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-urging-us-businessmen-to-lobby-against-anti-china-bills-report-428969" hreflang="en">China urging US businessmen to lobby against anti-China bills: Report</a>

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China has been lobbying US businessmen, executives and companies to fight against China-specific bills in the US Congress.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/entrepreneur-who-flew-with-william-shatner-onboard-blue-origin-to-space-dies-in-plane-crash-428977" hreflang="en">Entrepreneur who flew with William Shatner onboard Blue Origin to space dies in plane crash</a>

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Entrepreneur Glen de Vries, 49, who had taken the&nbsp;Blue Origin&nbsp;space flight with Star Trek legend William Shatner last month died in a plane crash in New Jersey.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/how-can-india-help-vietnam-in-the-disputed-south-china-sea-428966" hreflang="en">How can India help Vietnam in the disputed South China Sea?</a>

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To counter China, Vietnam is increasing its dependency on India. The two countries had conducted a two-day passex drill in the South China Sea amid high tensions with Beijing.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/birds-in-amazon-turning-smaller-longer-winged-courtesy-climate-change-study-429020" hreflang="en">Birds in Amazon turning smaller, longer-winged, courtesy climate change: Study</a>

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The climate change is real and has been affecting even the wildest parts of the Amazon untouched by humanity, said a study. &nbsp;&nbsp;

President Vladimir Putin said on Saturday that Russia has "nothing to do" with the migrant crisis at the Poland-Belarus border. The latest draft in the COP26 summit has urged countries to curb their use of coal and act faster against climate change.

President Vladimir Putin said on Saturday that Russia has "nothing to do" with the migrant crisis at the Poland-Belarus border. The latest draft in the COP26 summit has urged countries to curb their use of coal and act faster against climate change. We have nothing to do with it, says Putin on Belarus-Poland migrant crisis "Everybody is trying to make us responsible for something at every given opportunity," the Russian president lamented. COP26 summit: Latest draft urges coal curbs, faster climate action The latest draft is trying to balance the demands of climate-vulnerable nations, big industrial powers, and those whose consumption or exports of fossil fuels are vital to their economic development. 'Accidental' war can break out between the West and Russia, says UK army chief "I think we have to be careful that people don't end up allowing the bellicose nature of some of our politics to end up in a position where escalation leads to miscalculation," he said in an interview. How Belarus became gateway to EU for Middle East migrants Poland and other EU member states say Belarus is encouraging the migrants to cross the border into the EU in revenge for sanctions slapped on Minsk over human rights abuses, a charge President Alexander Lukashenko's government denies. Ahmaud Arbery murder trial: Defence attorney faces backlash on comments about black pastors An attorney for one of the three defendants in the murder trial of Ahmaud Arbery, a 25-year-old Black jogger, objected to "more black pastors coming in here" into the courtroom, after leading civil rights leader, the Rev. Al Sharpton, was seen seated with the victim's family earlier in the court proceedings. Europe becoming COVID-19’s epicentre yet again, some countries planning lockdown, booster shots Europe is once again becoming the epicentre of a fresh COVID-19 outbreak, with some countries looking to impose lockdowns till Christmas and New Year as cases continue to rise. China urging US businessmen to lobby against anti-China bills: Report China has been lobbying US businessmen, executives and companies to fight against China-specific bills in the US Congress. Entrepreneur who flew with William Shatner onboard Blue Origin to space dies in plane crash Entrepreneur Glen de Vries, 49, who had taken the Blue Origin space flight with Star Trek legend William Shatner last month died in a plane crash in New Jersey. How can India help Vietnam in the disputed South China Sea? To counter China, Vietnam is increasing its dependency on India. The two countries had conducted a two-day passex drill in the South China Sea amid high tensions with Beijing. Birds in Amazon turning smaller, longer-winged, courtesy climate change: Study The climate change is real and has been affecting even the wildest parts of the Amazon untouched by humanity, said a study.

Top 10 world news: Putin says Russia has 'nothing to do' with Belarus-Poland border crisis and more

At least three people were killed and 15 wounded Friday by a blast at a mosque in&nbsp;Afghanistan's restive Nangarhar province, a hotbed of Islamic State activity, officials said.&nbsp;The United States President Joe Biden might get an invite by Chinese President Xi Jinping to attend the Beijing Winter Olympics, which is scheduled to take place in February next year.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/blast-at-mosque-in-afghanistan-3-killed-at-least-20-injured-428725">Blast at mosque in Afghanistan; 3 killed, at least 20 injured</a>

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The blast,&nbsp;for which no group has yet claimed responsibility,&nbsp;underscores one of the many challenges facing the new Taliban regime in&nbsp;Afghanistan, with the UN warning the country is also on the brink of the world's worst humanitarian crisis.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/joe-biden-to-attend-beijing-winter-olympics-report-says-he-might-get-a-personal-invitation-from-xi-jinping-428790">Biden to attend Beijing Winter Olympics? Xi is likely to invite US President</a>

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According to reports,&nbsp;the Chinese President is likely to extend his personal invitation to Biden when the two leaders will meet during a virtual summit.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cop26-summit-new-draft-uses-weaker-language-for-action-against-emissions-428744">COP26 summit: New draft uses weaker language for action against emissions</a>

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While retaining a central demand for countries to set tougher climate pledges next year, the draft uses weaker language than a previous one in asking them to phase out subsidies for the fossil fuels that are the prime manmade cause of global warming.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-accuses-us-of-making-aggressive-moves-in-black-sea-428775" hreflang="en">Russia accuses US of making 'aggressive moves' in Black Sea</a>

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Calling the activity by the US military ''aggressive,'' the Russian defence ministry said it ''posed a threat to regional and strategic stability.''

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-singles-day-is-losing-its-gloss-amid-tech-crackdown-and-scrutiny-428755">China's Singles' Day is losing its gloss amid tech crackdown and scrutiny</a>

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State-backed Securities Daily newspaper criticised&nbsp;''The 'worship of turnover' is not only unsustainable in terms of digital growth but is also inextricably linked to chaos.''

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/belarus-bans-iraqis-syrians-and-yemenis-from-boarding-incoming-turkey-flights-to-curb-migrant-crisis-428794" hreflang="en">Belarus bans Iraqis, Syrians and Yemenis from boarding incoming Turkey flights to curb migrant crisis</a>

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Belarusian state-run airline on Friday banned citizens from Iraq, Syria and Yemen from boarding incoming Turkey flights at the request of Turkish authorities amid a migrant standoff between Belarus and Poland.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/norway-reimposes-restrictions-as-virus-cases-surge-in-europe-428758" hreflang="en">Norway reimposes restrictions as virus cases surge in Europe</a>

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Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr said&nbsp;coronavirus&nbsp;restrictions would be reinstated throughout the country due to a surge in virus cases.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-suspends-2nd-dose-pfizer-covid-vaccine-for-12-17-olds-over-heart-inflammation-428777" hreflang="en">Taiwan suspends 2nd dose Pfizer Covid vaccine for 12-17 olds over heart inflammation</a>

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Taiwan’s health minister Chen Shih-chung has said that they are suspending&nbsp;second doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech (BNT) Covid vaccine to children in the 12-17 age group amid concerns that it may increase the risk of myocarditis.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kyle-rittenhouse-case-judge-makes-offensive-anti-asian-joke-during-homicide-trial-428719" hreflang="en">Kyle Rittenhouse case: Judge makes offensive anti-Asian joke during homicide trial</a>

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After facing backlash, Schroeder defended himself, saying he was ''referring to the supply chain backlogs caused by congestion problems in California ports.''

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thai-king-vajiralongkorn-arrives-in-germany-with-250-people-and-30-poodles-428738" hreflang="en">Thai King Vajiralongkorn arrives in Germany with 250 people and 30 poodles</a>

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According to reports,&nbsp;Thai King&nbsp;Maha Vajiralongkorn returned to Germany this week with his entourage of 250 members and had reportedly booked the entire fourth floor of a hotel in Munich as he arrived in the country.

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At least three people were killed and 15 wounded Friday by a blast at a mosque in Afghanistan's restive Nangarhar province, a hotbed of Islamic State activity, officials said.

At least three people were killed and 15 wounded Friday by a blast at a mosque in Afghanistan's restive Nangarhar province, a hotbed of Islamic State activity, officials said. The United States President Joe Biden might get an invite by Chinese President Xi Jinping to attend the Beijing Winter Olympics, which is scheduled to take place in February next year. Click on headlines to read more Blast at mosque in Afghanistan; 3 killed, at least 20 injured The blast, for which no group has yet claimed responsibility, underscores one of the many challenges facing the new Taliban regime in Afghanistan, with the UN warning the country is also on the brink of the world's worst humanitarian crisis. Biden to attend Beijing Winter Olympics? Xi is likely to invite US President According to reports, the Chinese President is likely to extend his personal invitation to Biden when the two leaders will meet during a virtual summit. COP26 summit: New draft uses weaker language for action against emissions While retaining a central demand for countries to set tougher climate pledges next year, the draft uses weaker language than a previous one in asking them to phase out subsidies for the fossil fuels that are the prime manmade cause of global warming. Russia accuses US of making 'aggressive moves' in Black Sea Calling the activity by the US military ''aggressive,'' the Russian defence ministry said it ''posed a threat to regional and strategic stability.'' China's Singles' Day is losing its gloss amid tech crackdown and scrutiny State-backed Securities Daily newspaper criticised ''The 'worship of turnover' is not only unsustainable in terms of digital growth but is also inextricably linked to chaos.'' Belarus bans Iraqis, Syrians and Yemenis from boarding incoming Turkey flights to curb migrant crisis Belarusian state-run airline on Friday banned citizens from Iraq, Syria and Yemen from boarding incoming Turkey flights at the request of Turkish authorities amid a migrant standoff between Belarus and Poland. Norway reimposes restrictions as virus cases surge in Europe Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr said coronavirus restrictions would be reinstated throughout the country due to a surge in virus cases. Taiwan suspends 2nd dose Pfizer Covid vaccine for 12-17 olds over heart inflammation Taiwan’s health minister Chen Shih-chung has said that they are suspending second doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech (BNT) Covid vaccine to children in the 12-17 age group amid concerns that it may increase the risk of myocarditis. Kyle Rittenhouse case: Judge makes offensive anti-Asian joke during homicide trial After facing backlash, Schroeder defended himself, saying he was ''referring to the supply chain backlogs caused by congestion problems in California ports.'' Thai King Vajiralongkorn arrives in Germany with 250 people and 30 poodles According to reports, Thai King Maha Vajiralongkorn returned to Germany this week with his entourage of 250 members and had reportedly booked the entire fourth floor of a hotel in Munich as he arrived in the country.

Top 10 world news: Norway reimposes restrictions as virus cases surge in Europe and more

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has issued a warning to the European Union against the imposition of new sanctions amid the ongoing border dispute between them.&nbsp;South Africa’s last white president Frederik Willem (FW) de Klerk, died on Thursday at his home in Cape Town.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/shows-their-attitude-india-slams-pak-for-skipping-nsa-meet-on-afghanistan-issue-428500">‘Shows their attitude’: India slams Pak for skipping NSA meet on Afghanistan</a>

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India on Thursday slammed Pakistan for skipping the NSA-level summit to discuss on the Afghanistan situation which was hosted in New Delhi.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/belarusian-president-alexander-lukashenko-warns-european-union-against-new-sanctions-428461">Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko warns EU against new sanctions</a>

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Vowing retaliation, Lukashenko said he will shut down the transit of natural gas and goods via Belarus to the bloc.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-africas-last-white-president-fw-de-klerk-dies-at-85-after-battling-cancer-428484">South Africa’s last white president FW de Klerk dies at 85 after battling cancer</a>

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Under de Klerk's leadership, South Africa saw a rapid end of the apartheid system, notably, without any major violence.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/massive-syringe-shortage-can-hit-world-in-2022-warns-who-report-428480" hreflang="en">Massive syringe shortage can hit world in 2022, warns WHO report</a>

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According to a new report of the World Health Organisation, there could be a global syringe shortage of around two billion next year. &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/philippines-election-president-rodrigo-dutertes-daughter-joins-new-party-428512" hreflang="en">Philippines election: President Rodrigo Duterte's daughter joins new party</a>

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Sara Duterte-Carpio, 43, has led opinion polls throughout this year as the most preferred candidate for the presidency, a post she has repeatedly said she had no interest in pursuing.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/troika-plus-pakistans-foreign-minister-says-afghanistan-at-brink-of-economic-collapse-428506">Pakistan's foreign minister says Afghanistan at 'brink of economic collapse'</a>

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Pakistani Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi warned that Afghanistan is "at the brink of economic collapse" and the international community must urgently resume its&nbsp;funding and provide it humanitarian assistance.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/asia-pacific-region-should-not-return-to-cold-war-tensions-warns-xi-jinping-at-apec-428420" hreflang="en">Asia-Pacific region should not return to Cold War tensions, warns Xi Jinping at APEC</a>

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Ahead of a virtual meeting with US President Joe Biden, Chinese President Xi Jinping has said that the Asia-Pacific region must not return to the tensions of the Cold War era.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/arderns-popularity-plummets-as-new-zealand-struggles-to-check-delta-outbreak-428443" hreflang="en">Ardern’s popularity plummets as New Zealand struggles to check Delta outbreak</a>

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As New Zealand struggles to contain Covid variant Delta’s outbreak, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern’s popularity has nosedived in two new polls.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ethiopian-authorities-round-up-high-profile-tigrayans-including-bank-ceos-and-un-staff-428435" hreflang="en">Ethiopian authorities round up high-profile Tigrayans, including bank CEOs and UN staff</a>

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Ethiopian authorities have now rounded up high-profile Tigrayans in a mass crackdown on suspected supporters of rebellious northern forces.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/docked-49-cents-from-wages-for-2-minute-delay-anguished-japanese-train-driver-sues-employer-for-20000-428459" hreflang="en">Docked 49 cents from wages for 2-minute delay, anguished Japanese train driver sues employer for $20,000</a>

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A train driver in Japan has sued his employer after 56 yen ($0.49) was docked from his wages for causing a brief delay to the country’s famously punctual rail system.

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has issued a warning to the European Union against the imposition of new sanctions amid the ongoing border dispute between them.

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has issued a warning to the European Union against the imposition of new sanctions amid the ongoing border dispute between them. South Africa’s last white president Frederik Willem (FW) de Klerk, died on Thursday at his home in Cape Town. Click on headlines to read more ‘Shows their attitude’: India slams Pak for skipping NSA meet on Afghanistan India on Thursday slammed Pakistan for skipping the NSA-level summit to discuss on the Afghanistan situation which was hosted in New Delhi. Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko warns EU against new sanctions Vowing retaliation, Lukashenko said he will shut down the transit of natural gas and goods via Belarus to the bloc. South Africa’s last white president FW de Klerk dies at 85 after battling cancer Under de Klerk's leadership, South Africa saw a rapid end of the apartheid system, notably, without any major violence. Massive syringe shortage can hit world in 2022, warns WHO report According to a new report of the World Health Organisation, there could be a global syringe shortage of around two billion next year. Philippines election: President Rodrigo Duterte's daughter joins new party Sara Duterte-Carpio, 43, has led opinion polls throughout this year as the most preferred candidate for the presidency, a post she has repeatedly said she had no interest in pursuing. Pakistan's foreign minister says Afghanistan at 'brink of economic collapse' Pakistani Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi warned that Afghanistan is "at the brink of economic collapse" and the international community must urgently resume its funding and provide it humanitarian assistance. Asia-Pacific region should not return to Cold War tensions, warns Xi Jinping at APEC Ahead of a virtual meeting with US President Joe Biden, Chinese President Xi Jinping has said that the Asia-Pacific region must not return to the tensions of the Cold War era. Ardern’s popularity plummets as New Zealand struggles to check Delta outbreak As New Zealand struggles to contain Covid variant Delta’s outbreak, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern’s popularity has nosedived in two new polls. Ethiopian authorities round up high-profile Tigrayans, including bank CEOs and UN staff Ethiopian authorities have now rounded up high-profile Tigrayans in a mass crackdown on suspected supporters of rebellious northern forces. Docked 49 cents from wages for 2-minute delay, anguished Japanese train driver sues employer for $20,000 A train driver in Japan has sued his employer after 56 yen ($0.49) was docked from his wages for causing a brief delay to the country’s famously punctual rail system.

Top 10 world news: India slams Pakistan, Afghanistan at 'brink of economic collapse' and more

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has lowered China's growth forecast this year. "Large-scale disorderly corporate debt defaults or restructuring" has been cited as the reason behind this. Meanwhile, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed G20 nations on Tuesday. He stressed the need for not letting Afghanistan become a haven for terrorists. Read this and more in Top 10 World News.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/imf-cuts-chinas-growth-forecast-amid-disorderly-corporate-debt-defaults-420197">IMF cuts China's growth forecast amid 'disorderly corporate debt defaults'</a>

In April, the IMF had pegged China's growth this year at 8.4 per cent. The international fund also lowered China's growth for next year to 5.6 per cent.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/need-to-ensure-afghan-territory-does-not-become-source-of-terrorism-pm-modi-at-g20-summit-on-afghanistan-420207">Need to ensure Afghan territory does not become source of terrorism: PM Modi at G20 summit on Afghanistan</a> 
 
PM Modi told the G20 summit on Afghanistan that there should be an "inclusive administration" in the country&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/covid-19-covaxin-gets-emergency-use-nod-for-children-aged-2-18-years-420111">COVID-19: Covaxin gets emergency use nod for children aged 2-18 years</a> 
 
In May this year, drugs controller general of India Dr VG Somani permitted Bharat Biotech to conduct phase 3 clinical trials of its Covid vaccine on 525 child volunteers.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-rejects-who-calls-for-inspection-of-bat-caves-animal-farms-report-420112">China rejects WHO calls for inspection of bat caves, animal farms: Report</a> 
 
Till now, China has been vehemently denying that coronavirus originated from the country and has been resisting international calls for a thorough investigation. A WHO team was earlier carried out observations inside China but there were many restrictions on the members' movement within the country.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kristalina-georgieva-to-remain-imf-chief-gets-support-from-board-420097">Kristalina Georgieva to remain IMF chief, gets support from board</a> 
 
Fingers were raised at IMF chief Georgieva after a previous report that said that she had manipulated data in favour of China when she was at the World Bank. IMF board on Monday expressed it confidence in her

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/not-storm-in-a-teacup-korea-japan-fight-over-islands-in-curry-420192">Not storm in a teacup: Korea, Japan fight over 'islands' in curry</a> 
 
The islands are claimed by Japan and the Koreas. They are currently administered by South Korea. A simple curry served in a Japanese restaurant has brought the topic to the fore again.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japans-ruling-party-unveils-manifesto-with-focus-on-coronavirus-defence-420125">Japan's ruling party unveils manifesto with focus on coronavirus, defence</a> 
 
The manifesto highlighted coronavirus measures including supplying oral antiviral medication this year, as well as Kishida's vision of realising a "new capitalism" that focuses on economic growth and redistribution of wealth

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/filled-with-oppression-can-china-ever-learn-to-live-in-peace-420181">Filled with oppression, can China ever learn to live in peace?</a> 
 
China has been allegedly intimidating numerous countries for several years. The increasingly aggressive country has been flexing its muscles in every direction. Will the nation ever learn the importance of peace

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/parents-request-school-to-beat-daughter-who-allegedly-had-alcohol-420163">Parents 'request' school to beat daughter who allegedly had alcohol</a> 
 
Netizens are moved and surprised as to how parents can request flogging of their daughter suspecting her to have drunk alcohol. The incident has taken place in an Islamic school in Nigeria

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/couple-uses-real-tiger-in-gender-reveal-party-receives-flak-420202">Couple uses real tiger in gender reveal party, receives flak</a> 
 
The gender of the baby the couple is expecting is indicated when the tiger bursts one of balloons being dangled few metres above him. The video has been posted on Instagram

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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has lowered China's growth forecast this year. "Large-scale disorderly corporate debt defaults or restructuring" has been cited as the reason behind this.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has lowered China's growth forecast this year. "Large-scale disorderly corporate debt defaults or restructuring" has been cited as the reason behind this. Meanwhile, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed G20 nations on Tuesday. He stressed the need for not letting Afghanistan become a haven for terrorists. Read this and more in Top 10 World News. IMF cuts China's growth forecast amid 'disorderly corporate debt defaults' In April, the IMF had pegged China's growth this year at 8.4 per cent. The international fund also lowered China's growth for next year to 5.6 per cent. Need to ensure Afghan territory does not become source of terrorism: PM Modi at G20 summit on Afghanistan PM Modi told the G20 summit on Afghanistan that there should be an "inclusive administration" in the country COVID-19: Covaxin gets emergency use nod for children aged 2-18 years In May this year, drugs controller general of India Dr VG Somani permitted Bharat Biotech to conduct phase 3 clinical trials of its Covid vaccine on 525 child volunteers. China rejects WHO calls for inspection of bat caves, animal farms: Report Till now, China has been vehemently denying that coronavirus originated from the country and has been resisting international calls for a thorough investigation. A WHO team was earlier carried out observations inside China but there were many restrictions on the members' movement within the country. Kristalina Georgieva to remain IMF chief, gets support from board Fingers were raised at IMF chief Georgieva after a previous report that said that she had manipulated data in favour of China when she was at the World Bank. IMF board on Monday expressed it confidence in her Not storm in a teacup: Korea, Japan fight over 'islands' in curry The islands are claimed by Japan and the Koreas. They are currently administered by South Korea. A simple curry served in a Japanese restaurant has brought the topic to the fore again. Japan's ruling party unveils manifesto with focus on coronavirus, defence The manifesto highlighted coronavirus measures including supplying oral antiviral medication this year, as well as Kishida's vision of realising a "new capitalism" that focuses on economic growth and redistribution of wealth Filled with oppression, can China ever learn to live in peace? China has been allegedly intimidating numerous countries for several years. The increasingly aggressive country has been flexing its muscles in every direction. Will the nation ever learn the importance of peace Parents 'request' school to beat daughter who allegedly had alcohol Netizens are moved and surprised as to how parents can request flogging of their daughter suspecting her to have drunk alcohol. The incident has taken place in an Islamic school in Nigeria Couple uses real tiger in gender reveal party, receives flak The gender of the baby the couple is expecting is indicated when the tiger bursts one of balloons being dangled few metres above him. The video has been posted on Instagram

Top 10 World News: IMF lowers China's growth forecast, PM Modi addresses G20, more

Among the contentious points in China and the United States' highly testy relationship, the South China Sea has become one of the main flashpoints with Washington rejecting what it calls unlawful territorial claims made by Beijing in the resource-rich waters. The&nbsp;recent UN Security Council meeting sees&nbsp;US Secretary of State Antony Blinken criticise China for its actions in the South China Sea.&nbsp;

Prime Minister Scott Morrison said Australia would not adopt a net-zero target for climate change just hours after a landmark UN report predicted catastrophic global warming is occurring significantly faster than previously forecast. Defying demands for more aggressive emissions targets, he said that the country is already taking adequate measures to address climate change.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/global-consequences-us-china-clash-at-un-over-south-china-sea-row-404416">'Global consequences': US, China clash at UN over South China Sea row</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/05/29/142325-south-china-sea-afp.jpg" />The US Secretary of State engaged in a stinging attack against China over the South China Sea on Monday, informing the UN Security Council that conflict in the region could have global implications for security and commerce.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/wont-be-signing-blank-cheque-australia-rejects-emissions-targets-despite-damning-un-report-404440">'Won't be signing blank cheque': Australia rejects emissions targets despite damning UN report</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/02/18/183332-untitled-design-3.jpg" />The Australian prime minister rejected demand for more aggressive emissions targets, insisting that the country is doing enough in the fight against climate change.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/india-to-evacuate-diplomats-and-citizens-from-mazar-e-sharif-consulate-in-afghanistan-404430">India to evacuate diplomats and citizens from Mazar-e-Sharif consulate in Afghanistan</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/10/206046-untitled-design-3.jpg" />In a special flight departing Mazar later today, a group of Indian diplomats will return home from its consulate in Mazar-e-Sharif in Afghanistan.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-warns-citizens-against-travel-to-france-over-covid-concerns-404436">US warns citizens against travel to France over Covid concerns</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2018/09/12/22021-usstatedept-20170504100524.jpg" />Even though COVID-19 hospitalizations are still far off previous highs in France, the US State Department has advised Americans to avoid all travel to France over the rising number of coronavirus cases.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/many-indian-cities-including-mumbai-will-likely-be-underwater-by-2100-nasa-404449">Many Indian cities including Mumbai will likely be underwater by 2100: NASA</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2018/09/11/28342-000_rx7oj-20170830101948.jpg" />NASA used the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report to analyse changes in sea levels around the world and forecast that a number of Indian coastal cities will be submerged up to 2.7 feet by the end of the century.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/bangladesh-begins-covid-19-vaccinations-for-rohingya-refugees-404435">Bangladesh begins COVID-19 vaccinations for Rohingya refugees</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/10/07/163487-rohingya-refugee-camp.JPG" />In response to a record number of Coronavirus cases recorded Bangladesh on Tuesday began vaccination of Rohingya refugees in its congested camps.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-covid-cases-hit-seven-month-high-as-delta-variant-challenges-beijing-404438">China Covid cases hit seven-month high as Delta variant challenges Beijing</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/10/206050-untitled-design-2021-08-10t163700512.jpg" />As a result of a cluster of Coronavirus cases at a test site, the number of Coronavirus cases in China hit a seven-month high - the most severe outbreak since the disease emerged in Wuhan seven months ago&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/20-pakistan-cities-lack-safe-drinking-water-reveals-govt-data-404475">20 Pakistan cities lack safe drinking water, reveals govt data</a>

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According to data presented at the National Assembly by the Imran Khan-led Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf government, the majority of prominent cities in Pakistan do not have access to safe drinking water for their citizens.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tokyo-counts-cost-of-15-billion-pandemic-olympics-gamble-404470">Tokyo counts cost of $15 billion pandemic Olympics 'gamble'</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/03/204915-tokyo-olympics-6.jpg" />Japan awoke Monday to a huge bill and soaring Coronavirus cases after pulling off the mid-pandemic Olympics that had been met with mixed reactions.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-expands-covid-lockdown-amid-surge-in-new-virus-cases-404379">Australia expands Covid lockdown amid surge in new virus cases</a>

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Victorian authorities said Melbourne's northwest was a cause for concern as COVID-19 was expanded in Australia.

Among the contentious points in China and the United States' highly testy relationship, the South China Sea has become one of the main flashpoints with Washington rejecting what it calls unlawful territorial claims made by Beijing in the resource-rich waters.

Among the contentious points in China and the United States' highly testy relationship, the South China Sea has become one of the main flashpoints with Washington rejecting what it calls unlawful territorial claims made by Beijing in the resource-rich waters. The recent UN Security Council meeting sees US Secretary of State Antony Blinken criticise China for its actions in the South China Sea. Prime Minister Scott Morrison said Australia would not adopt a net-zero target for climate change just hours after a landmark UN report predicted catastrophic global warming is occurring significantly faster than previously forecast. Defying demands for more aggressive emissions targets, he said that the country is already taking adequate measures to address climate change. Click on the headlines to read more: 'Global consequences': US, China clash at UN over South China Sea row The US Secretary of State engaged in a stinging attack against China over the South China Sea on Monday, informing the UN Security Council that conflict in the region could have global implications for security and commerce. 'Won't be signing blank cheque': Australia rejects emissions targets despite damning UN report The Australian prime minister rejected demand for more aggressive emissions targets, insisting that the country is doing enough in the fight against climate change. India to evacuate diplomats and citizens from Mazar-e-Sharif consulate in Afghanistan In a special flight departing Mazar later today, a group of Indian diplomats will return home from its consulate in Mazar-e-Sharif in Afghanistan. US warns citizens against travel to France over Covid concerns Even though COVID-19 hospitalizations are still far off previous highs in France, the US State Department has advised Americans to avoid all travel to France over the rising number of coronavirus cases. Many Indian cities including Mumbai will likely be underwater by 2100: NASA NASA used the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report to analyse changes in sea levels around the world and forecast that a number of Indian coastal cities will be submerged up to 2.7 feet by the end of the century. Bangladesh begins COVID-19 vaccinations for Rohingya refugees In response to a record number of Coronavirus cases recorded Bangladesh on Tuesday began vaccination of Rohingya refugees in its congested camps. China Covid cases hit seven-month high as Delta variant challenges Beijing As a result of a cluster of Coronavirus cases at a test site, the number of Coronavirus cases in China hit a seven-month high - the most severe outbreak since the disease emerged in Wuhan seven months ago 20 Pakistan cities lack safe drinking water, reveals govt data According to data presented at the National Assembly by the Imran Khan-led Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf government, the majority of prominent cities in Pakistan do not have access to safe drinking water for their citizens. Tokyo counts cost of $15 billion pandemic Olympics 'gamble' Japan awoke Monday to a huge bill and soaring Coronavirus cases after pulling off the mid-pandemic Olympics that had been met with mixed reactions. Australia expands Covid lockdown amid surge in new virus cases Victorian authorities said Melbourne's northwest was a cause for concern as COVID-19 was expanded in Australia.

Top 10 world news: Australia won't adopt net-zero emission target, US warns China over South China sea, and more

French authorities began enforcing the COVID-19 pass Monday, a reform of vaccination rules that was championed by President Emmanuel Macron and aimed at improving vaccination rates. However, the new regulations have prompted weeks of angry protests from citizens.

In other news, Frank Timmermans, the EU's vice president for climate action, says that despite an alarming report released today by the UN's Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), climate change can still be stopped if the world adopts carbon net-zero policies.

Finally, to chase away the Monday blues, we bring for you an update on the&nbsp;herd of wild Chinese elephants that has been capturing the hearts of many with their hike across the country.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Click on the headlines to read more:

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-extends-macrons-covid-19-pass-despite-protests-404274">France extends Macron's COVID-19 pass despite protests</a>

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The French authorities have begun enforcing the COVID-19 pass, a reform of vaccination rules championed by President Macron that aims to improve vaccination rates.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/not-too-late-to-prevent-runaway-climate-change-eu-404216">'Not too late' to prevent 'runaway climate change': EU</a>

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According to the EU's vice president for climate action, there is still time to prevent "runaway climate change" but only if the world adopts carbon net-zero policies.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/german-exports-rise-past-pre-pandemic-levels-in-june-404221">German exports rise past pre-pandemic levels in June</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/09/23/161352-2.jpg" />The German trade sector shrugged off supply chain shortages to record its highest export volume since before the Coronavirus crisis, which had devastated trade.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/un-report-warns-more-vicious-floods-heatwaves-worsening-droughts-and-rise-in-sea-levels-404186">UN report warns more vicious floods, heatwaves, worsening droughts and rise in sea levels</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/02/204843-p1.jpg" />The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) estimates that the 1.5 degree Celsius warming threshold would be exceeded by 2050 even if fossil fuels are aggressively phased out and warns that global warming will reach 1.5 degrees Celsius around 2030.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/sri-lanka-holds-mass-cremations-amid-surge-in-coronavirus-cases-404193">Sri Lanka holds mass cremations amid surge in coronavirus cases</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/06/28/147019-sri-lanka-afp.jpg" />As COVID-19 cases surge across the island, Sri Lanka is mass cremating dead bodies to clear a backlog, officials confirmed Monday. In the past month, official figures show the country has seen more than 2,500 virus-related cases with nearly 100 deaths.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/international-travel-update-uk-retains-pakistan-in-red-list-amid-deteriorating-covid-19-situation-404175">International travel update: UK retains Pakistan in red list amid 'deteriorating COVID-19 situation'</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/04/28/193034-untitled-design-8.jpg" />As a result of the 'deteriorating Covid situation' in Pakistan, Pakistan remains on the 'red list' of the British Government's travel advisory.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explainer-nagasaki-bombing-the-history-and-significance-of-fat-man-404237">Explainer: Nagasaki bombing, the history, and significance of "Fat Man"</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/09/205908-untitled-design-2021-08-09t163945386.jpg" />The heart-breaking event of August 9, 1945, found the Japanese city of Nagasaki, a major port for trade, under unimaginable devastation by the US. Learn about the events of that fateful day.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/local-politician-swiss-national-among-latest-kidnap-victims-in-nigeria-404270">Local politician, Swiss national among latest kidnap victims in Nigeria</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/02/197090-untitled-design-2021-06-02t221329058.jpg" />Several areas of Nigeria have experienced an increase in ransom abductions in recent months, partly due to the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic. In separate incidents over the weekend, a Swiss national was kidnapped in the southwest and a political leader was abducted on Monday in northern Nigeria.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/14-year-old-chinese-olympic-athlete-mobbed-by-tourists-404273">14-year-old Chinese Olympic athlete mobbed by tourists</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/09/205938-untitled-design-2021-08-09t184904810.jpg" />The Chinese media report that tourists are harassing the family and neighbours of the teen diving sensation Quan Hongchan who has gained fame after her win in the Tokyo Olympics.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-herd-of-wandering-elephants-finally-on-their-way-back-home-404259">China’s herd of wandering elephants finally on their way back home</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/02/197041-untitled-design-99.jpg" />Herd of elephants in China is finally returning home after 17 months of wandering.

French authorities began enforcing the COVID-19 pass Monday, a reform of vaccination rules that was championed by President Emmanuel Macron and aimed at improving vaccination rates.

French authorities began enforcing the COVID-19 pass Monday, a reform of vaccination rules that was championed by President Emmanuel Macron and aimed at improving vaccination rates. However, the new regulations have prompted weeks of angry protests from citizens. In other news, Frank Timmermans, the EU's vice president for climate action, says that despite an alarming report released today by the UN's Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), climate change can still be stopped if the world adopts carbon net-zero policies. Finally, to chase away the Monday blues, we bring for you an update on the herd of wild Chinese elephants that has been capturing the hearts of many with their hike across the country. Click on the headlines to read more: France extends Macron's COVID-19 pass despite protests The French authorities have begun enforcing the COVID-19 pass, a reform of vaccination rules championed by President Macron that aims to improve vaccination rates. 'Not too late' to prevent 'runaway climate change': EU According to the EU's vice president for climate action, there is still time to prevent "runaway climate change" but only if the world adopts carbon net-zero policies. German exports rise past pre-pandemic levels in June The German trade sector shrugged off supply chain shortages to record its highest export volume since before the Coronavirus crisis, which had devastated trade. UN report warns more vicious floods, heatwaves, worsening droughts and rise in sea levels The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) estimates that the 1.5 degree Celsius warming threshold would be exceeded by 2050 even if fossil fuels are aggressively phased out and warns that global warming will reach 1.5 degrees Celsius around 2030. Sri Lanka holds mass cremations amid surge in coronavirus cases As COVID-19 cases surge across the island, Sri Lanka is mass cremating dead bodies to clear a backlog, officials confirmed Monday. In the past month, official figures show the country has seen more than 2,500 virus-related cases with nearly 100 deaths. International travel update: UK retains Pakistan in red list amid 'deteriorating COVID-19 situation' As a result of the 'deteriorating Covid situation' in Pakistan, Pakistan remains on the 'red list' of the British Government's travel advisory. Explainer: Nagasaki bombing, the history, and significance of "Fat Man" The heart-breaking event of August 9, 1945, found the Japanese city of Nagasaki, a major port for trade, under unimaginable devastation by the US. Learn about the events of that fateful day. Local politician, Swiss national among latest kidnap victims in Nigeria Several areas of Nigeria have experienced an increase in ransom abductions in recent months, partly due to the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic. In separate incidents over the weekend, a Swiss national was kidnapped in the southwest and a political leader was abducted on Monday in northern Nigeria. 14-year-old Chinese Olympic athlete mobbed by tourists The Chinese media report that tourists are harassing the family and neighbours of the teen diving sensation Quan Hongchan who has gained fame after her win in the Tokyo Olympics. China’s herd of wandering elephants finally on their way back home Herd of elephants in China is finally returning home after 17 months of wandering.

Top 10 world news: France extends COVID-19 pass, EU climate chief says 'not too late', and more

According to World Health Organization (WHO) expert Maria Van Kerkhove, the organisation is in the process of exploring new names for <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">coronavirus</a> variants. Currently, the WHO is using the Greek alphabet, of the 24 letters it offers, 11 have already been taken up. Expressing concern, she said that new variants of Covid may appear which might be able to avoid the existing&nbsp;vaccines. Reportedly, WHO is considering naming future variants after constellations.

In other news, according to former US President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/donald-trump">Donald Trump's</a> onetime press secretary Sean Spicer, in spite of losing the 2020 presidential election to Joe Biden, Donald Trump will run for the US 2024 Election. He says that even though he was earlier not certain that Trump will run again, convincing him not to run for the post of President would be almost impossible.

Click on headlines to read more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/constellation-names-for-new-covid-variants-that-could-evade-vaccines-who-404058">Constellation names for new Covid variants that could evade vaccines: WHO</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/02/05/127467-untitled-design.jpg" />An expert at the World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that new variants of Coronavirus might emerge, which could cause the vaccines to no longer work.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-to-run-for-us-presidential-election-2024-sean-spicer-claims-403990">Donald Trump to run for US Presidential election 2024, Sean Spicer claims</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/01/200675-trump1.jpg" />Even though he lost the 2020 presidential election to Joe Biden, Donald Trump will run for the US elections in 2024.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-averages-100000-covid-19-cases-as-delta-variant-surges-florida-worst-hit-403955">US averages 100,000 COVID-19 cases as Delta variant surges; Florida worst-hit</a>

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The US recorded 100,000 new Coronavirus cases each day for the past 7 days with Florida reporting 20,000 cases of Delta variant during this period as hospitalizations of minors increased substantially.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-compensates-families-of-covid-19-health-worker-victims-404057">Saudi compensates families of COVID-19 health worker victims</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/03/17/133348-untitled-design.jpg" />Since Saudi Arabia announced last year that each family would receive $133,000 after a health worker died of the Coronavirus, it has now begun compensating their families.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/its-about-citizenship-macron-urges-french-locals-to-get-vaccinated-soon-404028">'It’s about citizenship': Macron urges French locals to get vaccinated soon</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/08/205768-vaccine-passport.jpg" />In France, protesters took to the streets in response to President Macron's idea of a vaccination passport. Despite this, Macron has his sights set on vaccine passports and has appealed to citizens to band together to protect themselves and each other.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cambodia-begins-booster-shots-to-fight-covid-19-404020">Cambodia begins booster shots to fight COVID-19</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/17/198819-corbevax.JPG" />Cambodia has begun offering a third dose of COVID-19 booster shots on Sunday, switching between the AstraZeneca and Chinese versions of the vaccine.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-arabia-opens-umrah-pilgrimage-to-vaccinated-worshipers-from-abroad-report-403986">Saudi Arabia opens Umrah pilgrimage to vaccinated worshipers from abroad: Report</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/11/02/167860-untitled-design-11.jpg" />Beginning August 9, Saudi Arabia will take on vaccinated Umrah pilgrimage requests from abroad following a year and a half of not receiving them due to the COVID-19 outbreak.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/upcoming-un-climate-report-presents-starkest-warning-yet-403984">Upcoming UN climate report presents 'starkest warning yet'</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/03/01/184952-pjimage-8.jpg" />Alok Sharma, COP26 president from the United Kingdom, described a forthcoming UN report on climate change as offering the international community its strongest warning about accelerating climate change.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/victoria-to-make-astrazeneca-available-to-people-under-40s-404053">Victoria to make AstraZeneca available to people under 40s</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/06/197442-oof.jpg" />The Victorian government has decided to provide the AstraZeneca vaccine to under-40s at its state-run vaccine clinics.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/un-condemns-zimbabwe-child-marriages-after-14-year-old-girl-dies-giving-birth-404019">UN condemns Zimbabwe child marriages after 14 year old girl dies giving birth</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/08/205755-untitled-design-2021-08-08t170143945.jpg" />Child marriage in Zimbabwe has been condemned by the UN after 14-year-old girl died after giving birth in a church shrine. The death of the girl has caused outrage among citizens and human rights activists alike.

According to World Health Organization (WHO) expert Maria Van Kerkhove, the organisation is in the process of exploring new names for coronavirus variants. Currently, the WHO is using the Greek alphabet, of the 24 letters it offers, 11 have already been taken up.

According to World Health Organization (WHO) expert Maria Van Kerkhove, the organisation is in the process of exploring new names for coronavirus variants. Currently, the WHO is using the Greek alphabet, of the 24 letters it offers, 11 have already been taken up. Expressing concern, she said that new variants of Covid may appear which might be able to avoid the existing vaccines. Reportedly, WHO is considering naming future variants after constellations. In other news, according to former US President Donald Trump's onetime press secretary Sean Spicer, in spite of losing the 2020 presidential election to Joe Biden, Donald Trump will run for the US 2024 Election. He says that even though he was earlier not certain that Trump will run again, convincing him not to run for the post of President would be almost impossible. Click on headlines to read more Constellation names for new Covid variants that could evade vaccines: WHO An expert at the World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that new variants of Coronavirus might emerge, which could cause the vaccines to no longer work. Donald Trump to run for US Presidential election 2024, Sean Spicer claims Even though he lost the 2020 presidential election to Joe Biden, Donald Trump will run for the US elections in 2024. US averages 100,000 COVID-19 cases as Delta variant surges; Florida worst-hit The US recorded 100,000 new Coronavirus cases each day for the past 7 days with Florida reporting 20,000 cases of Delta variant during this period as hospitalizations of minors increased substantially. Saudi compensates families of COVID-19 health worker victims Since Saudi Arabia announced last year that each family would receive $133,000 after a health worker died of the Coronavirus, it has now begun compensating their families. 'It’s about citizenship': Macron urges French locals to get vaccinated soon In France, protesters took to the streets in response to President Macron's idea of a vaccination passport. Despite this, Macron has his sights set on vaccine passports and has appealed to citizens to band together to protect themselves and each other. Cambodia begins booster shots to fight COVID-19 Cambodia has begun offering a third dose of COVID-19 booster shots on Sunday, switching between the AstraZeneca and Chinese versions of the vaccine. Saudi Arabia opens Umrah pilgrimage to vaccinated worshipers from abroad: Report Beginning August 9, Saudi Arabia will take on vaccinated Umrah pilgrimage requests from abroad following a year and a half of not receiving them due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Upcoming UN climate report presents 'starkest warning yet' Alok Sharma, COP26 president from the United Kingdom, described a forthcoming UN report on climate change as offering the international community its strongest warning about accelerating climate change. Victoria to make AstraZeneca available to people under 40s The Victorian government has decided to provide the AstraZeneca vaccine to under-40s at its state-run vaccine clinics. UN condemns Zimbabwe child marriages after 14 year old girl dies giving birth Child marriage in Zimbabwe has been condemned by the UN after 14-year-old girl died after giving birth in a church shrine. The death of the girl has caused outrage among citizens and human rights activists alike.

Top 10 news: New Covid variant names, Trump's plans for 2024 elections & more

71 domestic coronavirus cases reported in China, the highest since January and one of the worst outbreaks in the country in recent history, as mass tests revealed a trail of Delta variant infection.

In other news, as the United Kingdom struggles with a surge in Delta Coronavirus cases, a variant that has the potential to target young people in the future, the country has opened vaccinations for children. Based on official figures, more than 220,000 children in the country have received their first dose of the coronavirus vaccine.

To read the full story, please click on the headlines:&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-imposes-strict-international-travel-restrictions-after-highest-daily-covid-infections-402848">China imposes strict international travel restrictions after highest daily Covid infections</a>

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The number of Covid infections in China hit its highest level in a few months on Wednesday after a series of mass testing and contact tracing campaigns revealed evidence of a Delta variant outbreak.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-more-than-220000-children-inoculated-with-first-dose-of-covid-vaccine-402885">UK: More than 220,000 children inoculated with first dose of Covid vaccine</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/08/23/156074-coronavirus-in-children.jpg" />More than 220,000 children in the UK have received their first doses of the coronavirus vaccine since the government opened vaccination for young people.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jacinda-arderns-popularity-dips-as-vaccine-rollout-in-new-zealand-slows-down-402909">Jacinda Ardern's popularity dips as vaccine rollout in New Zealand slows down</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/06/02/142852-untitled-design-32.jpg" />

New Zealand's Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has received praise for her leadership during the coronavirus pandemic and other policies. Her popularity, however, has dropped. According to a new local poll, Ardern's government's popularity is down 9.7 per cent, pushing Labour's rating to 43.3 per cent.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-becomes-epicentre-of-asias-covid-19-outbreak-second-in-region-to-top-100000-deaths-402911">Indonesia becomes epicentre of Asia's COVID-19 outbreak, second in region to top 100000 deaths</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/23/195879-untitled-design-88.jpg" />Data from the Indonesian health ministry revealed that Indonesia has reached the tragic milestone of 100,000 COVID-19 deaths, accounting for one of every five deaths worldwide.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/three-killed-more-than-50-hurt-as-two-trains-collide-in-czech-republic-402902">Three killed, more than 50 hurt as two trains collide in Czech Republic</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/04/205093-train.jpg" />

In the Czech Republic, a fast train from Munich collided with a passenger train, killing at least three people and injuring more than 50.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-hit-by-rockets-fired-from-lebanon-responds-with-artillery-army-402809">Israel hit by rockets fired from Lebanon, responds with artillery: Army</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/04/205032-israel.JPG" />On Wednesday, three rockets were fired into northern Israel from Lebanon, causing warning sirens to sound in the Kiryat Shmona area. No casualties were reported.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/watch-taking-to-streets-afghan-first-vp-saleh-slams-pak-for-supporting-taliban-402802">Watch: Taking to streets, Afghan first VP Saleh slams Pak for supporting Taliban</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/03/08/186174-afghanistan-first-vice-president-amrullah-saleh.jpg" />Amrullah Saleh, Afghanistan's first vice president, took to the streets to protest the rising incidents of the Taliban attacking the country's security forces in a rush to seize power by force.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/women-sterilised-without-consent-in-czech-republic-to-get-compensation-402889">Women sterilised without consent in Czech Republic to get compensation</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/04/205083-czech-republics-president-milos-zeman.jpg" />Czech Republic's President&nbsp;Miloš&nbsp;Zeman signed a law this week to compensate women who were between 1966-2012 sterilised without their consent.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-infection-impacts-intelligence-levels-in-recovered-patients-study-402793">Coronavirus infection impacts intelligence levels in recovered patients: Study</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/01/200649-covid1.jpg" />A study&nbsp;of patients recovered from coronavirus infection&nbsp;found that those who were infected found it difficult to perform tasks involved with problem-solving, reasoning, and spatial planning.&nbsp;

Watch:&nbsp;North Korea says ready to hold talks on denuclearization in exchange of lifting of sanctions

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71 domestic coronavirus cases reported in China, the highest since January and one of the worst outbreaks in the country in recent history, as mass tests revealed a trail of Delta variant infection.

71 domestic coronavirus cases reported in China, the highest since January and one of the worst outbreaks in the country in recent history, as mass tests revealed a trail of Delta variant infection. In other news, as the United Kingdom struggles with a surge in Delta Coronavirus cases, a variant that has the potential to target young people in the future, the country has opened vaccinations for children. Based on official figures, more than 220,000 children in the country have received their first dose of the coronavirus vaccine. To read the full story, please click on the headlines: China imposes strict international travel restrictions after highest daily Covid infections The number of Covid infections in China hit its highest level in a few months on Wednesday after a series of mass testing and contact tracing campaigns revealed evidence of a Delta variant outbreak. UK: More than 220,000 children inoculated with first dose of Covid vaccine More than 220,000 children in the UK have received their first doses of the coronavirus vaccine since the government opened vaccination for young people. Jacinda Ardern's popularity dips as vaccine rollout in New Zealand slows down New Zealand's Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has received praise for her leadership during the coronavirus pandemic and other policies. Her popularity, however, has dropped. According to a new local poll, Ardern's government's popularity is down 9.7 per cent, pushing Labour's rating to 43.3 per cent. Indonesia becomes epicentre of Asia's COVID-19 outbreak, second in region to top 100000 deaths Data from the Indonesian health ministry revealed that Indonesia has reached the tragic milestone of 100,000 COVID-19 deaths, accounting for one of every five deaths worldwide. Three killed, more than 50 hurt as two trains collide in Czech Republic In the Czech Republic, a fast train from Munich collided with a passenger train, killing at least three people and injuring more than 50. Israel hit by rockets fired from Lebanon, responds with artillery: Army On Wednesday, three rockets were fired into northern Israel from Lebanon, causing warning sirens to sound in the Kiryat Shmona area. No casualties were reported. Watch: Taking to streets, Afghan first VP Saleh slams Pak for supporting Taliban Amrullah Saleh, Afghanistan's first vice president, took to the streets to protest the rising incidents of the Taliban attacking the country's security forces in a rush to seize power by force. Women sterilised without consent in Czech Republic to get compensation Czech Republic's President Miloš Zeman signed a law this week to compensate women who were between 1966-2012 sterilised without their consent. Coronavirus infection impacts intelligence levels in recovered patients: Study A study of patients recovered from coronavirus infection found that those who were infected found it difficult to perform tasks involved with problem-solving, reasoning, and spatial planning. Watch: North Korea says ready to hold talks on denuclearization in exchange of lifting of sanctions

Top 10 world news: China's international travel restrictions, UK vaccinates children, and more

Top 10 world news today: In this newsletter, we bring to you the biggest stories of August 2.&nbsp;

China has witnessed a surge in virus cases due to the Delta variant with several provinces and municipalities under lockdown restrictions. Florida has witnessed a surge in Coronavirus cases in the past two weeks due to the Delta variant as the total COVID-19 cases in the United States has crossed 35 million.US and British officials said the attack on MV Mercer Street appeared to be a drone strike as the Biden administration promised "appropriate response".

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-provinces-face-lockdown-amid-rise-in-delta-virus-cases-402412">Chinese provinces face lockdown amid a rise in Delta virus cases</a>

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At least eight provinces recorded new coronavirus cases in China as areas in Xiamen, located in China's Fujian province reported 55 new locally transmitted cases.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/florida-breaks-covid-19-hospitalisation-record-as-cases-surge-402390">Florida breaks COVID-19 hospitalisation record as cases surge</a> 
 
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US infectious disease expert Dr Anthony Fauci said "things could get worse" as Florida registered the most number of hospitalisations due to COVID-19 compared to last year before the use of vaccines in the country.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/will-respond-to-any-adventurism-uk-summons-iranian-ambassador-over-tanker-attack-402439">Will respond to any adventurism: The UK summons Iranian ambassador over tanker attack</a> 
 
<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/02/204831-sunn1.jpg" />As Israel blamed Iran for the attack on a tanker managed by Israeli billionaire Eyal Ofer, Britain on Monday summoned &nbsp;Iran's ambassador over the incident which took place off the coast of Oman.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/watch-turkey-sees-mysterious-meteor-explosion-that-made-the-sky-bright-green-402417">Watch: Turkey sees 'mysterious' meteor explosion that made the sky bright green</a> 
 
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The residents of Izmir were taken aback by an explosion in the sky that occurred in Turkey.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-britains-gold-medalist-tom-daley-is-clicked-knitting-on-the-stands-earns-fans-on-the-internet-402421">Britain's gold medalist Tom Daley has clicked knitting on the stands, earns fans on the Internet</a> 
 
<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/02/204824-untitled-design-2021-08-02t173217613.jpg" />Great Britain's diver Tom Daley has caused quite a stir at the Olympics just by sitting at the stands and watching women's 3m springboard final on Sunday morning. 
 
Watch | PV Sindhu: India medal magnet | Olympic Icon Sindhu speaks to WION

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Watch | Olympic organizers launch investigation after athletes drink in groups

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Watch | Israel launches COVID booster shot campaign, President gets third vaccine shot

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Watch | Pandemic changes life of pets as they face new challenges in post lockdown world

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Watch | Afghan special forces, Taliban clashes in Herat

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Top 10 world news today: In this newsletter, we bring to you the biggest stories of August 2. China has witnessed a surge in virus cases due to the Delta variant with several provinces and municipalities under lockdown restrictions.

Top 10 world news today: In this newsletter, we bring to you the biggest stories of August 2. China has witnessed a surge in virus cases due to the Delta variant with several provinces and municipalities under lockdown restrictions. Florida has witnessed a surge in Coronavirus cases in the past two weeks due to the Delta variant as the total COVID-19 cases in the United States has crossed 35 million.US and British officials said the attack on MV Mercer Street appeared to be a drone strike as the Biden administration promised "appropriate response". To read the full story, please click on the headlines: Chinese provinces face lockdown amid a rise in Delta virus cases At least eight provinces recorded new coronavirus cases in China as areas in Xiamen, located in China's Fujian province reported 55 new locally transmitted cases. Florida breaks COVID-19 hospitalisation record as cases surge US infectious disease expert Dr Anthony Fauci said "things could get worse" as Florida registered the most number of hospitalisations due to COVID-19 compared to last year before the use of vaccines in the country. Will respond to any adventurism: The UK summons Iranian ambassador over tanker attack As Israel blamed Iran for the attack on a tanker managed by Israeli billionaire Eyal Ofer, Britain on Monday summoned Iran's ambassador over the incident which took place off the coast of Oman. Watch: Turkey sees 'mysterious' meteor explosion that made the sky bright green The residents of Izmir were taken aback by an explosion in the sky that occurred in Turkey. Britain's gold medalist Tom Daley has clicked knitting on the stands, earns fans on the Internet Great Britain's diver Tom Daley has caused quite a stir at the Olympics just by sitting at the stands and watching women's 3m springboard final on Sunday morning. Watch | PV Sindhu: India medal magnet | Olympic Icon Sindhu speaks to WION Watch | Olympic organizers launch investigation after athletes drink in groups Watch | Israel launches COVID booster shot campaign, President gets third vaccine shot Watch | Pandemic changes life of pets as they face new challenges in post lockdown world Watch | Afghan special forces, Taliban clashes in Herat

Top 10 world news: China COVID outbreak, Iran warns against action and more

As the Taliban's makes huge gains in Afghanistan, gaining control of a large portion of the country, in a major move by Russian forces made in response to the developments in Afghanistan, the nation has deployed military equipment to Tajikistan, its primary base in that country which is situated close to the Afghanistan-Tajikistan border.

In other news, China has rebuffed the World Health Organization's call to investigate the origins of the coronavirus, including whether it leaked from a laboratory, saying there is no proof for it and it violates common sense, calling the WHO's plan to inspect Chinese labs demonstrates "disrespect"&nbsp;and arrogance toward science,".

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/russia-deploys-military-machinery-near-afghanistan-border-399777">Russia deploys military machinery near Afghanistan border</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/22/203395-russia-afghanistan.jpg" />Russia deployed military equipment on Thursday on its base in Tajikistan, probably the first major defence move in response to developments in Afghanistan.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-19-wuhan-lab-leak-study-china-opposes-virus-origins-probe-399644">COVID-19: Wuhan lab leak study — China opposes virus origins probe</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/23/199508-wuhan-lab.jpg" />China is blocking a new investigation by the World Health Organization into the origins of the Coronavirus, which examines whether it escaped from a lab. China contends that the theory violates common sense and that there is no proof for it.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/seeking-guardrails-in-tense-ties-us-deputy-secretary-of-state-wendy-sherman-to-visit-china-399698">Seeking 'guardrails' in tense ties, US Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman to visit China</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/22/203350-untitled-design-19.jpg" />Wendy Sherman, the US deputy secretary of state, will be travelling to China in order to engage in candid dialogue with Chinese officials about the "incredibly consequential bilateral relationship".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-rouhani-announces-opening-of-oil-export-terminal-bypassing-hormuz-strait-399714">Iran: Rouhani announces opening of oil export terminal bypassing Hormuz Strait</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/12/16/174290-rouhani.jpg" />According to Iranian President Hassan Rouhani, Iran has begun exporting crude oil with the opening of its first oil export terminal outside of the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a chokepoint patrolled by warships of Iran's arch-foe the United States.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-demands-money-from-civilians-tries-recruiting-fighters-399710">Taliban demands money from civilians, tries recruiting fighters</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/05/22/141490-pakistan-taliban.png" />The Taliban in Balkh province, Afghanistan, are recruiting locals and collecting funds for them forcefully, apparently forcing them to give them a part of their income.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/all-you-need-to-know-about-pingdemic-gripping-britain-399727">All you need to know about 'pingdemic' gripping Britain</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/22/203359-untitled-design-20.jpg" />After the government controversially relaxed all restrictions earlier this week, supermarkets and suppliers have warned of a threat of food shortages following staff self-isolation. The warning came amid rising Coronavirus cases.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-citizen-arrested-in-spain-for-role-in-2020-twitter-hack-that-targeted-biden-obama-musk-karadashian-399669">UK citizen arrested in Spain for role in 2020 Twitter hack that targeted Biden, Obama, Musk, Karadashian</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/06/22/146064-untitled-design-13.jpg" />According to the US Justice Department, an American citizen aged 22 was arrested in Spain for hacking into high-profile politicians and celebrities' Twitter accounts in July 2020.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-seem-to-have-strategic-momentum-in-afghanistan-top-us-general-399676">Taliban seem to have 'strategic momentum' in Afghanistan: top US general</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/12/202061-ta11.jpg" />General Mark Milley, chairman of the joint chiefs of staff, says the Taliban appear to be gaining strategic momentum, but that their victory is not assured.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/social-audio-app-clubhouse-is-no-longer-invite-only-399656">Social audio app Clubhouse is no longer invite-only</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/04/11/191038-clubhouse-app.jpg" />Live audio app&nbsp;Clubhouse&nbsp;has removed its invite system so that anyone can join the platform.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesian-man-dresses-up-as-wife-to-escape-coronavirus-detection-399693">Indonesian man dresses up as wife to escape coronavirus detection</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/22/203342-untitled-design-2021-07-22t155034549.jpg" />An Indonesian man infected with Coronavirus disguised himself as his wife and boarded a domestic flight using fake identification documents and a negative PCR test result.

As the Taliban's makes huge gains in Afghanistan, gaining control of a large portion of the country, in a major move by Russian forces made in response to the developments in Afghanistan, the nation has deployed military equipment to Tajikistan, its primary base in that country which is situated close to the Afghanistan-Tajikistan border.

As the Taliban's makes huge gains in Afghanistan, gaining control of a large portion of the country, in a major move by Russian forces made in response to the developments in Afghanistan, the nation has deployed military equipment to Tajikistan, its primary base in that country which is situated close to the Afghanistan-Tajikistan border. In other news, China has rebuffed the World Health Organization's call to investigate the origins of the coronavirus, including whether it leaked from a laboratory, saying there is no proof for it and it violates common sense, calling the WHO's plan to inspect Chinese labs demonstrates "disrespect" and arrogance toward science,". Click on headlines to read more Russia deploys military machinery near Afghanistan border Russia deployed military equipment on Thursday on its base in Tajikistan, probably the first major defence move in response to developments in Afghanistan. COVID-19: Wuhan lab leak study — China opposes virus origins probe China is blocking a new investigation by the World Health Organization into the origins of the Coronavirus, which examines whether it escaped from a lab. China contends that the theory violates common sense and that there is no proof for it. Seeking 'guardrails' in tense ties, US Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman to visit China Wendy Sherman, the US deputy secretary of state, will be travelling to China in order to engage in candid dialogue with Chinese officials about the "incredibly consequential bilateral relationship". Iran: Rouhani announces opening of oil export terminal bypassing Hormuz Strait According to Iranian President Hassan Rouhani, Iran has begun exporting crude oil with the opening of its first oil export terminal outside of the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a chokepoint patrolled by warships of Iran's arch-foe the United States. Taliban demands money from civilians, tries recruiting fighters The Taliban in Balkh province, Afghanistan, are recruiting locals and collecting funds for them forcefully, apparently forcing them to give them a part of their income. All you need to know about 'pingdemic' gripping Britain After the government controversially relaxed all restrictions earlier this week, supermarkets and suppliers have warned of a threat of food shortages following staff self-isolation. The warning came amid rising Coronavirus cases. UK citizen arrested in Spain for role in 2020 Twitter hack that targeted Biden, Obama, Musk, Karadashian According to the US Justice Department, an American citizen aged 22 was arrested in Spain for hacking into high-profile politicians and celebrities' Twitter accounts in July 2020. Taliban seem to have 'strategic momentum' in Afghanistan: top US general General Mark Milley, chairman of the joint chiefs of staff, says the Taliban appear to be gaining strategic momentum, but that their victory is not assured. Social audio app Clubhouse is no longer invite-only Live audio app Clubhouse has removed its invite system so that anyone can join the platform. Indonesian man dresses up as wife to escape coronavirus detection An Indonesian man infected with Coronavirus disguised himself as his wife and boarded a domestic flight using fake identification documents and a negative PCR test result.

Top 10 world news: Russia deploys military machinery to base in Tajikistan, China blocks WHO probe into coronavirus origins, and more

As Thailand faces one of the worst Covid waves, locals took to the streets protesting and demanding the resignation of&nbsp;Premier Prayut Chan-O-Cha's over his handling of the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">Covid</a>&nbsp;outbreak. This has come after the government announced the extension of Covid restrictions.

After the Doha talks between representatives of the Afghan government and Taliban insurgents, over the weekend, the Taliban's supreme leader Hibatullah Akhundzada says that he "strenuously favours" a political settlement over the conflict in Afghanistan.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thai-police-deploy-water-cannons-rubber-bullets-against-protestors-denouncing-pm-398892">Thai police deploy water cannons, rubber bullets against protestors denouncing PM</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/18/202822-thailand-protest.jpg" />Locals took to the streets shortly after Thai government officials announced they would extend Coronavirus restrictions protesting over premier Prayut Chan-O-Cha's handling of Covid outbreak.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-leader-favours-political-settlement-to-afghan-conflict-398821.">Taliban leader 'favours political settlement' to Afghan conflict</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/12/202061-ta11.jpg" />Hibatullah Akhundzada, the Taliban's supreme leader, said on Sunday he "strenuously favours" a political settlement of the Afghan conflict.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/credibility-crisis-how-effective-are-chinese-covid-vaccines-398874">Credibility crisis: How effective are Chinese Covid vaccines?</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/03/26/189092-untitled-design-3.jpg" />Inspite of many countries depending on the Chinese vaccines, in recent weeks, there has been an increase in concern over Chinese vaccines.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/wearing-masks-only-sure-way-to-help-slow-spread-of-coronavirus-scientists-398897">Wearing masks only sure way to help slow spread of coronavirus: Scientists</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/18/202824-coronavirus-in-uk.jpg" />In the midst of several countries freeing up all Covid regulations, scientists urge governments and people to continue wearing masks to slow the spread of the deadly coronavirus.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germanys-chancellor-angela-merkel-visits-flood-affected-area-398880">Germany's Chancellor Angela Merkel visits flood-affected area</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/18/202816-angela-merkel.jpg" />German Chancellor Angela Merkel met with survivors and assessed the damage in the flood-affected region of Germany that has suffered severe floods in recent days, which have claimed more than 183 lives, injured hundreds, and displaced dozens.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/exile-headquarters-why-is-miami-the-hotbed-of-latin-american-assassinations-and-coup-398853">Exile headquarters: Why is Miami the 'hotbed' of Latin American assassinations and coup?</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/18/202799-untitled-design.jpg" />Jovenel Moise's killing may have been a shock, the assassination's connection to Miami is not that surprising as the Miami-Florida connection&nbsp;remains infamous for the past many years.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistans-interior-minister-afghan-envoy-daughters-kidnapping-case-to-be-solved-in-72-hours-398849">Pakistan’s Interior Minister: Afghan envoy daughter's&nbsp;kidnapping case to be solved in 72 hours</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/02/16/183056-untitled-design-8.jpg" />According to Pakistan's Interior Minister Sheikh Rasheed Ahmed, the kidnapping of the daughter of an Afghanistani ambassador is expected to be solved within 72 hours.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/learn-to-switch-off-says-pope-francis-after-successful-surgery-398866">Learn to switch off, says Pope Francis after successful surgery</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/18/202809-pope-francis-4.jpg" />In&nbsp;his first public appearance post his hospitalisation,&nbsp;Pope Francis made a suggestion to the faithful asking themto take a break and switch off from the stresses of modern life.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-africas-president-cyril-ramaphosa-joins-clean-up-mission-after-week-of-violence-398863">South Africa's President, Cyril Ramaphosa, joins clean-up mission after week of violence</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/18/202806-cyril-ramaphosa.jpg" />

The country has now begun to clean up the violence and chaos that erupted after the sentencing of former president Jacob Zuma. South Africa's current President, Cyril Ramaphosa has also gotten involved in the cleanup efforts.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/get-to-know-the-whos-who-of-blue-origins-first-crewed-flight-398848">Get to know the who's who of Blue Origin's first crewed flight</a>

<img alt="Jeff Bezos" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="367d0232-4e97-4150-af25-1f2a7d0e4f48" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Untitled%20design%20-%202021-07-18T201811.930.jpg" />Let's take a look at the four people who are part of the maiden flight of Blue&nbsp;Origin.&nbsp;For the very first time, four people will cross the Karman line, which separates Earth's atmosphere from space.

As Thailand faces one of the worst Covid waves, locals took to the streets protesting and demanding the resignation of Premier Prayut Chan-O-Cha's over his handling of the Covid outbreak.

As Thailand faces one of the worst Covid waves, locals took to the streets protesting and demanding the resignation of Premier Prayut Chan-O-Cha's over his handling of the Covid outbreak. This has come after the government announced the extension of Covid restrictions. After the Doha talks between representatives of the Afghan government and Taliban insurgents, over the weekend, the Taliban's supreme leader Hibatullah Akhundzada says that he "strenuously favours" a political settlement over the conflict in Afghanistan. Click on headlines to read more Thai police deploy water cannons, rubber bullets against protestors denouncing PM Locals took to the streets shortly after Thai government officials announced they would extend Coronavirus restrictions protesting over premier Prayut Chan-O-Cha's handling of Covid outbreak. Taliban leader 'favours political settlement' to Afghan conflict Hibatullah Akhundzada, the Taliban's supreme leader, said on Sunday he "strenuously favours" a political settlement of the Afghan conflict. Credibility crisis: How effective are Chinese Covid vaccines? Inspite of many countries depending on the Chinese vaccines, in recent weeks, there has been an increase in concern over Chinese vaccines. Wearing masks only sure way to help slow spread of coronavirus: Scientists In the midst of several countries freeing up all Covid regulations, scientists urge governments and people to continue wearing masks to slow the spread of the deadly coronavirus. Germany's Chancellor Angela Merkel visits flood-affected area German Chancellor Angela Merkel met with survivors and assessed the damage in the flood-affected region of Germany that has suffered severe floods in recent days, which have claimed more than 183 lives, injured hundreds, and displaced dozens. Exile headquarters: Why is Miami the 'hotbed' of Latin American assassinations and coup? Jovenel Moise's killing may have been a shock, the assassination's connection to Miami is not that surprising as the Miami-Florida connection remains infamous for the past many years. Pakistan’s Interior Minister: Afghan envoy daughter's kidnapping case to be solved in 72 hours According to Pakistan's Interior Minister Sheikh Rasheed Ahmed, the kidnapping of the daughter of an Afghanistani ambassador is expected to be solved within 72 hours. Learn to switch off, says Pope Francis after successful surgery In his first public appearance post his hospitalisation, Pope Francis made a suggestion to the faithful asking themto take a break and switch off from the stresses of modern life. South Africa's President, Cyril Ramaphosa, joins clean-up mission after week of violence The country has now begun to clean up the violence and chaos that erupted after the sentencing of former president Jacob Zuma. South Africa's current President, Cyril Ramaphosa has also gotten involved in the cleanup efforts. Get to know the who's who of Blue Origin's first crewed flight Let's take a look at the four people who are part of the maiden flight of Blue Origin. For the very first time, four people will cross the Karman line, which separates Earth's atmosphere from space.

Top 10 world news: Protests against Thai PM, Taliban 'favours political settlement' and more

In Islamabad, Silsela Alikhail, the daughter of Afghanistan's envoy&nbsp;to Pakistan, Najibullah Alikhel, was kidnapped for several hours. According to reports the 27-year-old faced torture at the hands of her kidnappers and is currently under hospital care. The identity of her abductors is still unknown. Afghanistan's foreign ministry has called on Pakistan to take "immediate necessary action" following the incident.

In other news, with the Delta variant of coronavirus spreading around the globe, Professor John Edmunds, of the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine has warned that the Beta variant may also prove to be equally dangerous. Warning governments around the world he says that the Covid vaccines might prove to be ineffective against the Beta variant spreading through France.&nbsp;

Click on headlines to read more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/daughter-of-afghanistan-envoy-to-pakistan-kidnapped-in-islamabad-398684">Daughter of Afghanistan envoy to Pakistan kidnapped in Islamabad</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/17/202710-afghanistan-envoy.jpg" />Silsela Alikhail, the daughter of the Afghanistan ambassador to Pakistan, Najibullah Alikhail, was abducted in Islamabad.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/beta-variant-can-evade-covid-vaccines-uk-scientist-claims-398709">Beta variant can evade Covid vaccines, UK scientist claims</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/04/13/136613-corona-paris.jpg" />

An expert has said the Beta variant of Coronavirus could also prove equally dangerous as the Delta variant.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/boris-johnsons-unlocking-plan-is-threat-to-world-1200-scientists-warn-398688">Boris Johnson's unlocking plan is threat to world, 1,200 scientists warn</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/11/26/171298-uk3.jpg" />In the wake of UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson's announcement to open the economy completely, scientists claim the plan is a danger to the world.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/many-leaders-slept-on-climate-crisis-will-they-act-on-what-they-feel-on-their-skins-now-398704">Many leaders slept on climate crisis. Will they act on what they feel on their skins now?</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/17/202722-untitled-design-30.jpg" />

Just days after Europe witnesses an unusually hot summer, unprecedented floods have inundated Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands, leaving hundreds of people missing and more than 150 dead.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-allows-thousands-to-cross-into-afghanistan-through-border-398660">Pakistan allows thousands to cross into Afghanistan through border</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/17/202693-pakistan-afghanistan.jpg" />Pakistan on Saturday allowed "up to 4,000 Afghans" into the strategic town across the border in Afghanistan which is held by Taliban.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/amid-rising-tensions-with-china-us-to-send-f-22-fighter-jets-to-the-pacific-398695">Amid rising tensions with China,&nbsp;US to send F-22 fighter jets to&nbsp;the&nbsp;Pacific&nbsp;</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/06/27/146943-us-f-22-fighter-jets.jpg" />In what might be a strong message to China, the US Air Forse is sending more than two dozen F-22 stealth fighters for&nbsp;an exercise in the western Pacific this month.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/over-120-dead-in-western-europe-after-record-rainfall-wreaks-havoc-398646">Over 120 dead in western Europe after record rainfall wreaks havoc</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/16/202530-0009f44tr.jpg" />Authorities say that more than 120 people were killed in floods in western Europe, while several hundred others are still missing.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/white-house-increases-pressure-on-big-tech-firms-to-act-on-vaccine-misinformation-398682">White House&nbsp;increases&nbsp;pressure&nbsp;on Big Tech&nbsp;firms&nbsp;to act on vaccine&nbsp;misinformation</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/17/198819-corbevax.JPG" />As part of an effort to identify the culprits who are spreading misinformation about COVID-19, the White House has named 12 people or the 'disinformation dozen'.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-backs-international-mediation-in-armenia-azerbaijan-conflict-398706">EU backs international mediation in Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/12/13/173788-european-unions.jpg" />Charles Michel, President of the European Council, said that the European Union supported efforts to ease tensions between Armenia and Azerbaijan.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-california-serial-killer-known-as-the-hollywood-ripper-sentenced-to-death-398680">In California, serial killer known as the 'Hollywood Ripper' sentenced to death</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/17/202709-untitled-design-2021-07-17t170158627.jpg" />The so-called Hollywood Ripper, Michael Gargiulo, was recently sentenced to death for gruesomely murdering two women in the 2000s.

In Islamabad, Silsela Alikhail, the daughter of Afghanistan's envoy to Pakistan, Najibullah Alikhel, was kidnapped for several hours. According to reports the 27-year-old faced torture at the hands of her kidnappers and is currently under hospital care.

In Islamabad, Silsela Alikhail, the daughter of Afghanistan's envoy to Pakistan, Najibullah Alikhel, was kidnapped for several hours. According to reports the 27-year-old faced torture at the hands of her kidnappers and is currently under hospital care. The identity of her abductors is still unknown. Afghanistan's foreign ministry has called on Pakistan to take "immediate necessary action" following the incident. In other news, with the Delta variant of coronavirus spreading around the globe, Professor John Edmunds, of the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine has warned that the Beta variant may also prove to be equally dangerous. Warning governments around the world he says that the Covid vaccines might prove to be ineffective against the Beta variant spreading through France. Click on headlines to read more Daughter of Afghanistan envoy to Pakistan kidnapped in Islamabad Silsela Alikhail, the daughter of the Afghanistan ambassador to Pakistan, Najibullah Alikhail, was abducted in Islamabad. Beta variant can evade Covid vaccines, UK scientist claims An expert has said the Beta variant of Coronavirus could also prove equally dangerous as the Delta variant. Boris Johnson's unlocking plan is threat to world, 1,200 scientists warn In the wake of UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson's announcement to open the economy completely, scientists claim the plan is a danger to the world. Many leaders slept on climate crisis. Will they act on what they feel on their skins now? Just days after Europe witnesses an unusually hot summer, unprecedented floods have inundated Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands, leaving hundreds of people missing and more than 150 dead. Pakistan allows thousands to cross into Afghanistan through border Pakistan on Saturday allowed "up to 4,000 Afghans" into the strategic town across the border in Afghanistan which is held by Taliban. Amid rising tensions with China, US to send F-22 fighter jets to the Pacific In what might be a strong message to China, the US Air Forse is sending more than two dozen F-22 stealth fighters for an exercise in the western Pacific this month. Over 120 dead in western Europe after record rainfall wreaks havoc Authorities say that more than 120 people were killed in floods in western Europe, while several hundred others are still missing. White House increases pressure on Big Tech firms to act on vaccine misinformation As part of an effort to identify the culprits who are spreading misinformation about COVID-19, the White House has named 12 people or the 'disinformation dozen'. EU backs international mediation in Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict Charles Michel, President of the European Council, said that the European Union supported efforts to ease tensions between Armenia and Azerbaijan. In California, serial killer known as the 'Hollywood Ripper' sentenced to death The so-called Hollywood Ripper, Michael Gargiulo, was recently sentenced to death for gruesomely murdering two women in the 2000s.

Top 10 world news: Afghan envoy's daughter abducted, warning against Beta variant and more

The Philippines has launched an investigation against&nbsp;hundreds of Chinese vessels that were dumping sewage into contested areas of the&nbsp;South&nbsp;China&nbsp;Sea.&nbsp;Rouhani has said that Iran can enrich its uranium to up to 90 per cent purity, if required. Meanwhile,Taliban have captured a key border crossing&nbsp;along the Pakistan frontier.&nbsp;&nbsp;A blast on a bus killed 13 people in north&nbsp;Pakistan, including nine Chinese nationals in what Beijing said was a bomb attack but Islamabad called a vehicle failure.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-can-enrich-uranium-up-to-90-purity-on-requirement-says-president-hassan-rouhani-398042">Iran can enrich uranium up to 90% purity on requirement, says Rouhani</a>

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President Hassan&nbsp;Rouhani has said that Iran can&nbsp;enrich uranium up to 90 per cent&nbsp;purity if its nuclear reactors needed it, according to local media.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-claim-control-over-key-border-crossing-with-pakistan-398062" hreflang="en">Taliban claim control over key border crossing with Pakistan</a>

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Taliban said on Wednesday claimed it had captured a key border crossing&nbsp;along the Pakistan frontier with US troops set to pull out&nbsp;completely in a few weeks

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-13-killed-including-7-chinese-nationals-as-blast-targets-dasu-dam-workers-398001">Pakistan:13 killed, including 7 Chinese nationals as blast targets dam workers</a>

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-A blast on a bus killed 13 people in north&nbsp;Pakistan&nbsp;on Wednesday, including nine Chinese nationals in what Beijing said was a bomb attack but Islamabad called a vehicle failure.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uyghur-turks-should-live-in-peace-as-equal-citizens-of-china-erdogan-to-president-xi-jinping-398075">Uyghur Turks should live in peace as equal citizens of China: Erdogan to Xi</a>

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Turkish President Tayyip&nbsp;Erdogan&nbsp;told his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on Tuesday it was important to Turkey that Uyghur Muslims live in peace as "equal citizens of China" but said Turkey respects China's national sovereignty

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/philippines-launches-investigation-against-chinese-sewage-dumping-at-sea-398031" hreflang="en">Philippines launches investigation against Chinese sewage-dumping at sea</a>

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Philippines' defence minister has&nbsp;ordered the military to investigate a report by a US-based tech firm that hundreds of Chinese vessels were dumping sewage into contested areas of the&nbsp;South&nbsp;China&nbsp;Sea

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/nuclear-powered-spacecrafts-are-on-the-way-blue-origin-general-electric-roped-in-by-nasa-398058" hreflang="en">Nuclear-powered spacecrafts are on the way: Blue Origin, General Electric roped in by NASA</a>

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Blue Origin and&nbsp;General Electric Hitachi Nuclear Energy have been roped in by NASA&nbsp;to develop&nbsp;nuclear-powered spacecraft that can travel faster and&nbsp;farther,&nbsp;to Mars and beyond

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/belarus-police-raids-offices-homes-of-activists-in-ongoing-crackdown-on-dissent-398067" hreflang="en">Belarus police raids offices, homes of activists in ongoing crackdown on dissent</a>

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In&nbsp;an ongoing crackdown on dissent by President Alexander Lukashenko's regime,&nbsp;Belarusian security police searched offices and homes of lawyers and human rights activists.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/scientists-use-gene-editing-technology-to-block-covid-19-transmission-in-human-cells-398047" hreflang="en">Scientists use gene-editing technology to block COVID-19 transmission in human cells</a>

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Researchers&nbsp;have used CRISPR genome editing technology to successfully block the transmission of the SARS-CoV-2 virus in infected human cells.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/ransomware-gang-revil-disappears-from-dark-web-after-biden-warning-398036" hreflang="en">Ransomware gang REvil disappears from dark web after Biden warning</a>

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A Russian-based hacker group blamed for a massive ransomware attack went offline, sparking speculation about whether the move was the result of a government-led action.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-to-take-ambassadors-snorkelling-to-save-great-barrier-reef-status-398073" hreflang="en">Australia to take ambassadors snorkelling to save Great Barrier Reef status</a>

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Australia&nbsp;will take a group of ambassadors snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef Thursday in a last-minute lobbying effort to keep the World Heritage site off UNESCO's endangered list.

The Philippines has launched an investigation against hundreds of Chinese vessels that were dumping sewage into contested areas of the South China Sea. Rouhani has said that Iran can enrich its uranium to up to 90 per cent purity, if required.

The Philippines has launched an investigation against hundreds of Chinese vessels that were dumping sewage into contested areas of the South China Sea. Rouhani has said that Iran can enrich its uranium to up to 90 per cent purity, if required. Meanwhile,Taliban have captured a key border crossing along the Pakistan frontier. A blast on a bus killed 13 people in north Pakistan, including nine Chinese nationals in what Beijing said was a bomb attack but Islamabad called a vehicle failure. Click on headlines to read more Iran can enrich uranium up to 90% purity on requirement, says Rouhani President Hassan Rouhani has said that Iran can enrich uranium up to 90 per cent purity if its nuclear reactors needed it, according to local media. Taliban claim control over key border crossing with Pakistan Taliban said on Wednesday claimed it had captured a key border crossing along the Pakistan frontier with US troops set to pull out completely in a few weeks Pakistan:13 killed, including 7 Chinese nationals as blast targets dam workers -A blast on a bus killed 13 people in north Pakistan on Wednesday, including nine Chinese nationals in what Beijing said was a bomb attack but Islamabad called a vehicle failure. Uyghur Turks should live in peace as equal citizens of China: Erdogan to Xi Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan told his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on Tuesday it was important to Turkey that Uyghur Muslims live in peace as "equal citizens of China" but said Turkey respects China's national sovereignty Philippines launches investigation against Chinese sewage-dumping at sea Philippines' defence minister has ordered the military to investigate a report by a US-based tech firm that hundreds of Chinese vessels were dumping sewage into contested areas of the South China Sea Nuclear-powered spacecrafts are on the way: Blue Origin, General Electric roped in by NASA Blue Origin and General Electric Hitachi Nuclear Energy have been roped in by NASA to develop nuclear-powered spacecraft that can travel faster and farther, to Mars and beyond Belarus police raids offices, homes of activists in ongoing crackdown on dissent In an ongoing crackdown on dissent by President Alexander Lukashenko's regime, Belarusian security police searched offices and homes of lawyers and human rights activists. Scientists use gene-editing technology to block COVID-19 transmission in human cells Researchers have used CRISPR genome editing technology to successfully block the transmission of the SARS-CoV-2 virus in infected human cells. Ransomware gang REvil disappears from dark web after Biden warning A Russian-based hacker group blamed for a massive ransomware attack went offline, sparking speculation about whether the move was the result of a government-led action. Australia to take ambassadors snorkelling to save Great Barrier Reef status Australia will take a group of ambassadors snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef Thursday in a last-minute lobbying effort to keep the World Heritage site off UNESCO's endangered list.

Top 10 world news today: Philippines launches investigation into Chinese sewage-dumping at sea and more

Top 10 world news today: In this newsletter, we bring to you the biggest stories of June 2. Bringing an end to the longest war, spanning almost two decades, the United States has already withdrawn 30 to 44 per cent of its troops from Afghanistan.&nbsp;This comes in the wake of US President Joe Biden's decision to complete a 100 per cent withdrawal by the 20th anniversary of 9/11 attacks which devastated the world superpower. Meanwhile, read what US’ top disease control official, Anthony Fauci, has to say about dealing with the coronavirus pandemic, while working with Donald Trump's government. Also read about a herd of elephants which has already travelled 500kms through China. This and more, below!

To read the full story, please click on the headline.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/us-troop-withdrawal-from-afghanistan-30-44-per-cent-complete-centcom-388918">US troop withdrawal from Afghanistan 30-44 per cent complete: CENTCOM</a>

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Inching closer to US President&nbsp;Joe Biden's target to withdraw 100 per cent&nbsp;of US troops, from war-torn Afghanistan by September 11, according to the US Central Command&nbsp;&nbsp;until last month, an estimated 30 to 44 per cent of American troops have already&nbsp;been withdrawn.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/if-the-un-does-not-clean-it-turkey-president-erdogan-threatens-to-target-refugee-camps-inside-iraq-389023">'If the UN does not clean it': Turkey President Erdogan threatens to target refugee camps inside Iraq</a>

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Turkey President Tayyip&nbsp;Erdogan&nbsp;has threatened to "clean up" refugee camps inside Iraq which he alleged sheltered Kurdish militants.&nbsp;Referring to the&nbsp;Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) he said that the Makhmour camp is an "incubator" for militants. While talking&nbsp;to a state-run channel, Erdogan said, "If the United Nations does not clean it up, we will do it as a UN member,".&nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/isaac-herzog-elected-israel-president-as-opposition-scrambles-to-unseat-pm-netanyahu-388986">Isaac Herzog elected Israel president as opposition scrambles to unseat PM Netanyahu</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/02/197033-israel.jpg" />Replacing President Reuen Rivlin, Labour veteran Isaac Herzog has been elected as Israel's new President. The election was&nbsp;done&nbsp;through a secret ballot.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/irans-key-naval-ship-sinks-in-gulf-of-oman-388989">Iran's key naval ship sinks in Gulf of Oman</a>

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An Iranian naval vessel, tanker 'Kharg" sank in the&nbsp;Gulf of Oman&nbsp;after efforts to put out a fire failed. According to Iran Navy reports, the crew safely disembarked.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/will-blow-your-mind-faucis-emails-reveal-chaos-confusion-during-covid-388891">'Will blow your mind': Fauci's emails reveal chaos, confusion during Covid</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/04/28/193024-oof-5.jpg" />After almost a year of fighting the deadly&nbsp;coronavirus&nbsp;on behalf of the whole country, US’ top disease control official, Anthony Fauci, has opened up about his struggle in the White House with the previous administration, led by Donald Trump.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/why-scientists-are-concerned-about-virus-leaks-at-biolabs-389030">Why scientists are concerned about virus leaks at biolabs</a>

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The recent theory that COVID-19 might be the result of scientific experiments has now thrown a spotlight on the work of the world's most secure&nbsp;Biolabs,&nbsp;with many experts want tougher controls on such facilities over fears that accidental&nbsp;leaks&nbsp;could touch off the next pandemic.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/watch-why-did-a-herd-of-elephants-recently-travel-500-kms-in-china-389003">Watch: Why did a herd of elephants recently travel 500 kms in China?</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/02/197041-untitled-design-99.jpg" />In China, a herd of 15 wild Asian elephants have captured national attention. Travelling&nbsp;500 kilometres over the course of the last few weeks, all the while walking through forests, highways and even urban areas, they&nbsp;have now reached the outskirts of Kunming city in Southern Yunnan.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-pandemic-has-pushed-100-million-more-people-into-poverty-un-report-reveals-389031">Covid pandemic has pushed 100 million more people into poverty, UN report reveals</a>

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In a new report, he United Nation’s International Labour Organization (ILO) talks about how the COVID-19 pandemic has pushed over 100 million people into poverty. They also&nbsp;warn&nbsp;that&nbsp;the crisis in labour market caused by the pandemic is not over yet.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-reports-first-human-case-of-h10n3-bird-flu-heres-what-we-know-so-far-389028">China reports first human case of H10N3 bird flu. Here's what we know so far</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/02/197057-oof-2.jpg" />Beijing's National Health Commission (NHC)&nbsp; ha confirmed a&nbsp;41-year-old man in China's eastern province of Jiangsu&nbsp;as the first human case of infection with a rare strain of&nbsp;bird&nbsp;flu&nbsp;known as H10N3.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-to-detail-global-distribution-plan-for-80-million-vaccine-doses-388916">US to detail global distribution plan for 80 million vaccine doses</a>

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Speaking at a joint news conference with Costa Rican President Carlos Alvarado, US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken said that The United States will in the next two weeks announce how the country plans to distribute 80 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines which it has pledged globally.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Top 10 world news today: In this newsletter, we bring to you the biggest stories of June 2. Bringing an end to the longest war, spanning almost two decades, the United States has already withdrawn 30 to 44 per cent of its troops from Afghanistan.

Top 10 world news today: In this newsletter, we bring to you the biggest stories of June 2. Bringing an end to the longest war, spanning almost two decades, the United States has already withdrawn 30 to 44 per cent of its troops from Afghanistan. This comes in the wake of US President Joe Biden's decision to complete a 100 per cent withdrawal by the 20th anniversary of 9/11 attacks which devastated the world superpower. Meanwhile, read what US’ top disease control official, Anthony Fauci, has to say about dealing with the coronavirus pandemic, while working with Donald Trump's government. Also read about a herd of elephants which has already travelled 500kms through China. This and more, below! To read the full story, please click on the headline. US troop withdrawal from Afghanistan 30-44 per cent complete: CENTCOM Inching closer to US President Joe Biden's target to withdraw 100 per cent of US troops, from war-torn Afghanistan by September 11, according to the US Central Command until last month, an estimated 30 to 44 per cent of American troops have already been withdrawn. 'If the UN does not clean it': Turkey President Erdogan threatens to target refugee camps inside Iraq Turkey President Tayyip Erdogan has threatened to "clean up" refugee camps inside Iraq which he alleged sheltered Kurdish militants. Referring to the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) he said that the Makhmour camp is an "incubator" for militants. While talking to a state-run channel, Erdogan said, "If the United Nations does not clean it up, we will do it as a UN member,". Isaac Herzog elected Israel president as opposition scrambles to unseat PM Netanyahu Replacing President Reuen Rivlin, Labour veteran Isaac Herzog has been elected as Israel's new President. The election was done through a secret ballot. Iran's key naval ship sinks in Gulf of Oman An Iranian naval vessel, tanker 'Kharg" sank in the Gulf of Oman after efforts to put out a fire failed. According to Iran Navy reports, the crew safely disembarked. 'Will blow your mind': Fauci's emails reveal chaos, confusion during Covid After almost a year of fighting the deadly coronavirus on behalf of the whole country, US’ top disease control official, Anthony Fauci, has opened up about his struggle in the White House with the previous administration, led by Donald Trump. Why scientists are concerned about virus leaks at biolabs The recent theory that COVID-19 might be the result of scientific experiments has now thrown a spotlight on the work of the world's most secure Biolabs, with many experts want tougher controls on such facilities over fears that accidental leaks could touch off the next pandemic. Watch: Why did a herd of elephants recently travel 500 kms in China? In China, a herd of 15 wild Asian elephants have captured national attention. Travelling 500 kilometres over the course of the last few weeks, all the while walking through forests, highways and even urban areas, they have now reached the outskirts of Kunming city in Southern Yunnan. Covid pandemic has pushed 100 million more people into poverty, UN report reveals In a new report, he United Nation’s International Labour Organization (ILO) talks about how the COVID-19 pandemic has pushed over 100 million people into poverty. They also warn that the crisis in labour market caused by the pandemic is not over yet. China reports first human case of H10N3 bird flu. Here's what we know so far Beijing's National Health Commission (NHC) ha confirmed a 41-year-old man in China's eastern province of Jiangsu as the first human case of infection with a rare strain of bird flu known as H10N3. US to detail global distribution plan for 80 million vaccine doses Speaking at a joint news conference with Costa Rican President Carlos Alvarado, US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken said that The United States will in the next two weeks announce how the country plans to distribute 80 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines which it has pledged globally.

Top 10 world news today: US troop withdrawal from Afghanistan almost halfway complete, UN releases report on pandemic-driven poverty and more

Top 10 world news today: In this newsletter, we bring to you the biggest stories of June 1. Malaysia on Tuesday scrambled Hawk jets after 16 Chinese planes were identified heading towards its airspace. In Russia, the war against social media companies has intensified. On Tuesday, the country passed a new law mandating local offices in the country, failing which many portals could face a ban. In the Australian state of Victoria, chances of lockdown being lifted are looking dimmer as cases continue to rise. On the tech front, we bring to you a tale of an unusual Japanese robot that will travel to the Moon. In addition, Twitter's alleged new labelling system to end misinformation could see the light of the day soon. This and more, below!

To read the full story, please click on the headline.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/malaysia-scrambles-jets-to-intercept-chinese-planes-in-south-china-sea-388810" hreflang="en">Malaysia scrambles jets to intercept Chinese planes in South China Sea</a>

The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) on&nbsp;Tuesday scrambled Hawk jets after it identified 16 People’s Liberation Army Air Force&nbsp;(PLAAF)&nbsp;planes heading towards its airspace.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-lawmakers-pass-bill-to-make-foreign-web-giants-open-local-offices-or-face-ban-388804">Russia passes bill to make foreign web giants open local offices or face ban</a>

Amid crackdown on internet giants Google,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/twitter-is-working-on-a-three-tier-labelling-mechanism-to-fight-misinformation-heres-how-itll-work-388770">Twitter&nbsp;</a>and Facebook, the Russian lawmakers on Tuesday passed a bill that would ensure foreign internet companies to set up local offices in the country or face penalties and even a possible ban.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-victoria-state-lockdown-end-date-in-doubt-after-new-covid-19-cases-388785">Australia: Victoria state lockdown end date in doubt after new COVID-19 cases</a>

Australia's&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-victoria-orders-snap-lockdown-for-7-days-as-covid-cases-double-387646">Victoria&nbsp;</a>state, which had gone into a snap lockdown, recorded three new coronavirus cases overnight on Monday, throwing into doubt the date for the end of the week-long lockdown.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/syrian-war-has-killed-nearly-half-a-million-people-since-2011-new-tally-finds-388806">Syrian war has killed nearly half a million people since 2011, new tally finds</a>

The Syrian war has killed almost&nbsp;half a million people, a new tally on Tuesday claimed. According to Syrian Observatory, which functions out of the UK, the decade-long war has killed 494,438 since it began in 2011.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-re-checks-research-on-when-coronavirus-first-surfaced-in-italy-388813" hreflang="en">WHO re-checks research on when coronavirus first surfaced in Italy</a>

Samples from a study suggesting the coronavirus was circulating outside China by October 2019 have been re-tested at the World Health Organization`s (WTO) request, two scientists who led the Italian research said.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/japan-is-sending-a-shape-shifting-miniature-robot-to-the-moon-388783" hreflang="en">Japan is sending a shape-shifting miniature robot to the Moon</a>

Japan aims to turn up the heat! The country’s space agency - Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) is sending a shapeshifting robot, first of its kind to the Moon.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-eases-coronavirus-restrictions-amid-nationwide-vaccination-388778" hreflang="en">Israel eases coronavirus restrictions amid nationwide vaccination</a>

Amid large scale vaccination campaign, Israeli authorities on Tuesday decided to lift&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-reports-worlds-first-human-case-of-h10n3-avian-influenza-388728">coronavirus</a>&nbsp;restrictions.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ethiopias-tigray-at-serious-risk-of-famine-90-need-emergency-food-aid-388760" hreflang="en">Ethiopia’s Tigray at ‘serious risk of famine, 90% need emergency food aid</a>

Ethiopia's war-hit Tigray region is facing emergency food insecurity and this condition can pose a serious risk of famine if assistance is not scaled up in the next two months, senior UN officials have warned

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/twitter-is-working-on-a-three-tier-labelling-mechanism-to-fight-misinformation-heres-how-itll-work-388770" hreflang="en">Twitter is working on a three-tier labelling mechanism to fight misinformation. Here's how it'll work</a>

Now, Twitter will mark user tweets based on the accuracy of information it claims to represent.&nbsp;

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Watch:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/videos/the-focus-should-be-on-increasing-vaccine-production-says-eu-388821" hreflang="en">'The focus should be on increasing vaccine production', says EU</a>

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Top 10 world news today: In this newsletter, we bring to you the biggest stories of June 1. Malaysia on Tuesday scrambled Hawk jets after 16 Chinese planes were identified heading towards its airspace.

Top 10 world news today: In this newsletter, we bring to you the biggest stories of June 1. Malaysia on Tuesday scrambled Hawk jets after 16 Chinese planes were identified heading towards its airspace. In Russia, the war against social media companies has intensified. On Tuesday, the country passed a new law mandating local offices in the country, failing which many portals could face a ban. In the Australian state of Victoria, chances of lockdown being lifted are looking dimmer as cases continue to rise. On the tech front, we bring to you a tale of an unusual Japanese robot that will travel to the Moon. In addition, Twitter's alleged new labelling system to end misinformation could see the light of the day soon. This and more, below! To read the full story, please click on the headline. Malaysia scrambles jets to intercept Chinese planes in South China Sea The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) on Tuesday scrambled Hawk jets after it identified 16 People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) planes heading towards its airspace. Russia passes bill to make foreign web giants open local offices or face ban Amid crackdown on internet giants Google, Twitter and Facebook, the Russian lawmakers on Tuesday passed a bill that would ensure foreign internet companies to set up local offices in the country or face penalties and even a possible ban. Australia: Victoria state lockdown end date in doubt after new COVID-19 cases Australia's Victoria state, which had gone into a snap lockdown, recorded three new coronavirus cases overnight on Monday, throwing into doubt the date for the end of the week-long lockdown. Syrian war has killed nearly half a million people since 2011, new tally finds The Syrian war has killed almost half a million people, a new tally on Tuesday claimed. According to Syrian Observatory, which functions out of the UK, the decade-long war has killed 494,438 since it began in 2011. WHO re-checks research on when coronavirus first surfaced in Italy Samples from a study suggesting the coronavirus was circulating outside China by October 2019 have been re-tested at the World Health Organization`s (WTO) request, two scientists who led the Italian research said. Japan is sending a shape-shifting miniature robot to the Moon Japan aims to turn up the heat! The country’s space agency - Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) is sending a shapeshifting robot, first of its kind to the Moon. Israel eases coronavirus restrictions amid nationwide vaccination Amid large scale vaccination campaign, Israeli authorities on Tuesday decided to lift coronavirus restrictions. Ethiopia’s Tigray at ‘serious risk of famine, 90% need emergency food aid Ethiopia's war-hit Tigray region is facing emergency food insecurity and this condition can pose a serious risk of famine if assistance is not scaled up in the next two months, senior UN officials have warned Twitter is working on a three-tier labelling mechanism to fight misinformation. Here's how it'll work Now, Twitter will mark user tweets based on the accuracy of information it claims to represent. Watch: 'The focus should be on increasing vaccine production', says EU

Top 10 world news today: Malaysia scrambles jets after spotting Chinese planes, and more

Top 10 world news today: In this newsletter, we bring to you the biggest stories of May 31. China has now changed its kids policy, allowing couples to have three kids. In Vietnam, a new "hybrid variant" is wreaking havoc, stirring a wave of fear and paranoia and now, the country's aviation body announced it will suspend inbound flights from abroad to capital Hanoi from June 1. In the United Kingdom, authorities are worried about a new wave of Covid infections.&nbsp;The British health ministry had warned earlier that the&nbsp;B1.617.2&nbsp;variant was spreading "increasingly rapidly" in northwest England and in some parts of London. On the science front, we have the latest on the controversy over Covid's real origins and a fresh take on how climate change could bring grave pathogens to life in our water bodies.&nbsp;

To read the full story, please click on the headline.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-detecting-hybrid-variant-vietnam-to-suspend-incoming-international-flights-to-hanoi-388619" hreflang="en">After detecting 'hybrid variant', Vietnam to suspend incoming flights to Hanoi</a>

Just days after&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spreads-through-air-vietnam-reports-new-variant-of-coronavirus-388243">Vietnam</a>&nbsp;reported a&nbsp;"hybrid variant"&nbsp;of the coronavirus, the country's aviation body announced it will suspend inbound flights from abroad to capital Hanoi from June 1.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/signs-of-an-early-wave-uk-grapples-with-unlock-measures-amid-third-wave-fears-388604">UK grapples with unlock measures amid 'signs of an early wave'</a>

As the UK prepares to ease the lockdown on June 21, scientists in the country&nbsp;have warned that a&nbsp;third wave&nbsp;of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/amid-virus-surge-singapore-set-to-vaccinate-students-from-june-3-388595">coronavirus</a>&nbsp;may have already begun in Britain.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/extremely-serious-says-france-amid-us-nsa-denmark-spying-row-388588">Extremely serious, says France amid US NSA-Denmark spying row</a>

Amid reports US officials spied on politicians in Europe with the covert help of&nbsp;Danish intelligence, France said the allegations&nbsp;were&nbsp; "extremely serious" and&nbsp;it will find out whether "our partners in the EU, the Danes, have committed errors".

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/amid-virus-surge-singapore-set-to-vaccinate-students-from-june-3-388595">Amid virus surge, Singapore set to vaccinate students from June 3</a>

Amid rising coronavirus cases in the country, Singapore PM Lee Hsien Loong said the authorities will start vaccinating school&nbsp;children&nbsp;aged 12 and above as health regulators approved the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine for adolescents.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/urging-further-probe-into-virus-origins-us-experts-warn-of-covid-26-and-covid-32-388601">Urging further probe into virus origins, US experts warn of 'COVID-26'</a>

On Sunday, two US disease experts urged Chinese government to cooperate with the world if the true origins of Covid are to be ever understood.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-lapid-speaks-of-obstacles-in-bid-to-oust-netanyahu-388633" hreflang="en">Israel: Lapid speaks of 'obstacles' in bid to oust Netanyahu</a>

Israel's opposition leader Yair Lapid on Monday said that there were many obstacles that remained before the building of a diverse coalition to oust Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/31/196848-yair-lapid.jpg" /><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-zealand-australia-play-down-differences-on-china-388622" hreflang="en">New Zealand, Australia play down differences on China</a>

New Zealand and Australia downplayed policy differences on China Monday, with Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern denying Wellington was taking a soft stance on human rights to avoid offending its largest trading partner.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kongs-grandma-wong-arrested-for-solo-tiananmen-protest-388617" hreflang="en">Hong Kong's 'Grandma Wong' arrested for solo Tiananmen protest</a>

Hong Kong police have arrested an elderly democracy activist as she made a solo demonstration over China's deadly Tiananmen crackdown in a vivid illustration of the zero protest tolerance now wielded by authorities in the financial hub.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/climate-change-will-shoot-up-cases-of-brain-eating-amoeba-heres-how-388610" hreflang="en">Climate change will shoot up cases of brain-eating amoeba. Here's how</a>

Climate change could tremendously alter the pathogens that thrive in water. Scientists believe that owing to warming waters, life-threatening waterborne pathogens could become more common.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-abolishes-two-child-policy-allows-three-children-per-couple-388548" hreflang="en">China abolishes two-child policy, allows three children per couple</a>

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Top 10 world news today: In this newsletter, we bring to you the biggest stories of May 31. China has now changed its kids policy, allowing couples to have three kids.

Top 10 world news today: In this newsletter, we bring to you the biggest stories of May 31. China has now changed its kids policy, allowing couples to have three kids. In Vietnam, a new "hybrid variant" is wreaking havoc, stirring a wave of fear and paranoia and now, the country's aviation body announced it will suspend inbound flights from abroad to capital Hanoi from June 1. In the United Kingdom, authorities are worried about a new wave of Covid infections. The British health ministry had warned earlier that the B1.617.2 variant was spreading "increasingly rapidly" in northwest England and in some parts of London. On the science front, we have the latest on the controversy over Covid's real origins and a fresh take on how climate change could bring grave pathogens to life in our water bodies. To read the full story, please click on the headline. After detecting 'hybrid variant', Vietnam to suspend incoming flights to Hanoi Just days after Vietnam reported a "hybrid variant" of the coronavirus, the country's aviation body announced it will suspend inbound flights from abroad to capital Hanoi from June 1. UK grapples with unlock measures amid 'signs of an early wave' As the UK prepares to ease the lockdown on June 21, scientists in the country have warned that a third wave of coronavirus may have already begun in Britain. Extremely serious, says France amid US NSA-Denmark spying row Amid reports US officials spied on politicians in Europe with the covert help of Danish intelligence, France said the allegations were "extremely serious" and it will find out whether "our partners in the EU, the Danes, have committed errors". Amid virus surge, Singapore set to vaccinate students from June 3 Amid rising coronavirus cases in the country, Singapore PM Lee Hsien Loong said the authorities will start vaccinating school children aged 12 and above as health regulators approved the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine for adolescents. Urging further probe into virus origins, US experts warn of 'COVID-26' On Sunday, two US disease experts urged Chinese government to cooperate with the world if the true origins of Covid are to be ever understood. Israel: Lapid speaks of 'obstacles' in bid to oust Netanyahu Israel's opposition leader Yair Lapid on Monday said that there were many obstacles that remained before the building of a diverse coalition to oust Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. New Zealand, Australia play down differences on China New Zealand and Australia downplayed policy differences on China Monday, with Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern denying Wellington was taking a soft stance on human rights to avoid offending its largest trading partner. Hong Kong's 'Grandma Wong' arrested for solo Tiananmen protest Hong Kong police have arrested an elderly democracy activist as she made a solo demonstration over China's deadly Tiananmen crackdown in a vivid illustration of the zero protest tolerance now wielded by authorities in the financial hub. Climate change will shoot up cases of brain-eating amoeba. Here's how Climate change could tremendously alter the pathogens that thrive in water. Scientists believe that owing to warming waters, life-threatening waterborne pathogens could become more common. China abolishes two-child policy, allows three children per couple

Top 10 world news today: China abandons two-child policy, Vietnam bans flights due to new variant, and more

Top 10 world news today: We bring to you the biggest headlines of May 28,&nbsp;2021, in this daily newsletter. During a hearing, US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin told the US Congress that the US troop pullout from Afghanistan has been proceeding "slightly" ahead of schedule.&nbsp;President Joe Biden had earlier set&nbsp;September 11, 2021,&nbsp;or the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks&nbsp;on the World Trade Tower and Pentagon as the date for the complete pullout of US troops from Afghanistan.&nbsp;In other news, as per an announcement by&nbsp;UK's Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA),&nbsp;the United Kingdom has now approved a single dose coronavirus vaccination from the pharmaceutical company Johnson &amp; Johnson.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Don't forget to click on the headline to read the full story!

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/us-troop-pullout-proceeding-slightly-ahead-of-schedule-in-afghanistan-us-defence-secretary-austin-informs-congress-388017">US troop pullout proceeding 'slightly' ahead of schedule in Afghanistan, US defence secretary Austin informs Congress</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/28/196540-af1.jpg" />US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has told the US Congress that the US troop pullout from Afghanistan has been proceeding "slightly" ahead of the scheduled&nbsp;complete pullout on September 11.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-approves-single-shot-johnson-johnson-coronavirus-vaccine-388043">UK approves single shot Johnson &amp; Johnson coronavirus vaccine</a>

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As per the announcement by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), in a further boost to UK's vaccination programme, UK on Friday approved the single-shot Covid vaccine developed by Johnson &amp; Johnson.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/world-health-organization-calls-for-access-to-patients-in-gaza-strip-388012">World Health Organization calls for access to patients in Gaza strip</a>

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After 11 days of violence,&nbsp;WHO spokeswoman Fadela Chaib while conducting a briefing in Geneva said that around 600 patients in Gaza need to be referred outside of the Palestinian enclave.&nbsp;Due to which&nbsp;the World Health Organization has now called&nbsp;for access to patients in the Gaza strip and the possibility to be able to evacuate them for medical treatment as health workers struggle to care for the sick and wounded.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/battleship-diplomacy-nato-conducts-massive-war-games-as-russia-tensions-simmer-388001">Battleship diplomacy: NATO conducts massive war games as Russia tensions simmer</a>

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Even as tensions with Russia simmer, thousands of NATO troops, several warships and dozens of aircraft are taking part in Steadfast Defender 21 military exercises stretching across the Atlantic, through Europe and into the Black Sea region.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/vaccines-may-be-redesigned-to-avoid-blood-clots-german-scientists-claim-387908">Also Watch:&nbsp;Vaccines may be redesigned to avoid blood clots, German scientists claim</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/microsoft-says-solarwinds-hackers-again-targetting-government-agencies-with-phishing-388020">Microsoft says SolarWinds hackers again targetting government agencies with phishing</a>

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Microsoft&nbsp;Corp Vice President Tom Burthas in a blog has claimed that the&nbsp;group behind the SolarWinds cyber attack identified late last year is now targeting government agencies, think tanks, consultants, and non-governmental organisations.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/millions-face-hunger-in-myanmar-as-food-shortage-deepens-387966">Millions face hunger in Myanmar as food shortage deepens</a>

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According to a report by the World Food Programme, in the wake of the February 1 military coup and deepening financial crisis, close to 6.4 million&nbsp;Myanmar citizen will go hungry in the coming months.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tensions-escalate-between-armenia-azerbaijan-after-shooting-incident-388041">Tensions escalate between Armenia, Azerbaijan after shooting incident</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/28/196560-5.jpg" />Tensions between Azerbaijan and Armenia has once again heightened after Azerbaijan&nbsp;accused Armenian forces of opening fire at the border over&nbsp;Nagorno-Karabakh. Armenia denies the incident.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-lambasts-arbitrary-detention-of-academic-in-china-388042">Australia lambasts 'arbitrary detention' of academic in China</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/06/10/144156-untitled-design-2.jpg" />After Australia's ambassador to China was denied entry to a heavily guarded Beijing court.&nbsp;Australia's foreign minister hit out at the "arbitrary detention" of academic Yang Jun, who currently stands accused of espionage.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/nasas-ingenuity-helicopter-survives-unexpected-flight-anomaly-on-mars-388049">NASA's Ingenuity helicopter survives unexpected flight anomaly on Mars</a>

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The&nbsp;Ingenuity Mars helicopter survives a mishap during its sixth flight on NASA's Perseverance Mission.

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Top 10 world news today: We bring to you the biggest headlines of May 28, 2021, in this daily newsletter. During a hearing, US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin told the US Congress that the US troop pullout from Afghanistan has been proceeding "slightly" ahead of schedule.

Top 10 world news today: We bring to you the biggest headlines of May 28, 2021, in this daily newsletter. During a hearing, US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin told the US Congress that the US troop pullout from Afghanistan has been proceeding "slightly" ahead of schedule. President Joe Biden had earlier set September 11, 2021, or the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks on the World Trade Tower and Pentagon as the date for the complete pullout of US troops from Afghanistan. In other news, as per an announcement by UK's Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), the United Kingdom has now approved a single dose coronavirus vaccination from the pharmaceutical company Johnson & Johnson. Don't forget to click on the headline to read the full story! US troop pullout proceeding 'slightly' ahead of schedule in Afghanistan, US defence secretary Austin informs Congress US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has told the US Congress that the US troop pullout from Afghanistan has been proceeding "slightly" ahead of the scheduled complete pullout on September 11. UK approves single shot Johnson & Johnson coronavirus vaccine As per the announcement by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), in a further boost to UK's vaccination programme, UK on Friday approved the single-shot Covid vaccine developed by Johnson & Johnson. World Health Organization calls for access to patients in Gaza strip After 11 days of violence, WHO spokeswoman Fadela Chaib while conducting a briefing in Geneva said that around 600 patients in Gaza need to be referred outside of the Palestinian enclave. Due to which the World Health Organization has now called for access to patients in the Gaza strip and the possibility to be able to evacuate them for medical treatment as health workers struggle to care for the sick and wounded. Battleship diplomacy: NATO conducts massive war games as Russia tensions simmer Even as tensions with Russia simmer, thousands of NATO troops, several warships and dozens of aircraft are taking part in Steadfast Defender 21 military exercises stretching across the Atlantic, through Europe and into the Black Sea region. Also Watch: Vaccines may be redesigned to avoid blood clots, German scientists claim Microsoft says SolarWinds hackers again targetting government agencies with phishing Microsoft Corp Vice President Tom Burthas in a blog has claimed that the group behind the SolarWinds cyber attack identified late last year is now targeting government agencies, think tanks, consultants, and non-governmental organisations. Millions face hunger in Myanmar as food shortage deepens According to a report by the World Food Programme, in the wake of the February 1 military coup and deepening financial crisis, close to 6.4 million Myanmar citizen will go hungry in the coming months. Tensions escalate between Armenia, Azerbaijan after shooting incident Tensions between Azerbaijan and Armenia has once again heightened after Azerbaijan accused Armenian forces of opening fire at the border over Nagorno-Karabakh. Armenia denies the incident. Australia lambasts 'arbitrary detention' of academic in China After Australia's ambassador to China was denied entry to a heavily guarded Beijing court. Australia's foreign minister hit out at the "arbitrary detention" of academic Yang Jun, who currently stands accused of espionage. NASA's Ingenuity helicopter survives unexpected flight anomaly on Mars The Ingenuity Mars helicopter survives a mishap during its sixth flight on NASA's Perseverance Mission.

Top 10 world news today: Australia lambasts China, NATO conducts massive war games and more

Top 10 world news today: We bring to you the biggest headlines of May 26,&nbsp;2021 in this daily newsletter. Following rising concerns over the origin of novel coronavirus and allegations of it originating out of a Wuhan laboratory, US Health Secretary Xavier Becerra has urged the WHO to ensure that the second phase of COVID-19 origin investigations must be "transparent" and "science-based". US-based top infectious disease expert Anthony Fauci has also alleged that, $600,000 were earmarked for&nbsp;Wuhan Institute of Virology&nbsp;from the National Institutes of Health&nbsp;over a period of five years to study zoonotic viruses and whether bat coronaviruses could jump onto human beings. Meanwhile, following&nbsp;activist Roman Protasevich's arrest&nbsp;on President Alexander Lukashenko's&nbsp;orders, exiled leader&nbsp;Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya has accused Lukashenko of trying to establish a&nbsp;regime like North Korea&nbsp;in Belarus. On the science front, we bring you interesting new discoveries related to the Big Bang. Don't forget to click on the headline to read the full story!

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/belarus-opposition-leader-accuses-lukashenko-of-turning-country-into-north-korea-of-europe-387485">Belarus opposition leader accuses Lukashenko of turning country into 'North Korea of Europe'</a>

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Speaking to the European Parliament via video link exiled Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya has accused President Alexander Lukashenko of turning the country&nbsp;into "North Korea of Europe" and demanded&nbsp;a series of concrete measures.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-calls-for-transparent-second-phase-of-covid-19-origin-investigation-387526">US calls for 'transparent' second phase of COVID-19 origin investigation</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/12/07/172905-untitled-design-5.jpg" />Amidst media reports suggesting that COVID-19 could have emerged from a laboratory in China, US Health Secretary Xavier Becerra has urged the WHO to ensure that the next phase of investigation into COVID-19's origins are more "transparent" and "science-based".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fauci-admits-wuhan-lab-received-modest-funds-from-us-amid-calls-for-probe-into-covid-origins-387497">Fauci admits Wuhan lab received 'modest' funds from US amid calls for probe into Covid origins</a>

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Amid rising concerns over the coronavirus's origin, US&nbsp;top infectious disease expert Anthony Fauci told lawmakers&nbsp;that the Wuhan Institute of Virology received money from the US based National Institutes of Health.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-fm-qureshi-rules-out-providing-military-bases-to-us-for-operations-in-afghanistan-387459">Pakistan FM Qureshi rules out providing military bases to US for operations in Afghanistan</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/12/24/175561-shah-mahmood-qureshi.jpg" />In the Pakistani&nbsp;senate,&nbsp;Foreign minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi&nbsp;has announced that Pakistan would not provide its military bases to the United States for future counter-terrorism operations in Afghanistan and that the country will also not allow drone attacks inside Pakistan.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/afghanistan-vows-to-ensure-security-of-foreign-missions-387267">Afghanistan vows to ensure security of foreign missions</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2018/12/28/79155-untitled-design-6.jpg" />Following Australia's announcement to close the country's embassy in Kabul, the Afghan government says that it is&nbsp;committed to ensuring safety and security of foreign organisations and diplomatic missions.

H<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-to-approve-beijing-drafted-curbs-on-elections-387507">ong Kong to approve Beijing-drafted curbs on elections</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/11/29/171660-carrie-lam.jpg" />Hong Kong lawmakers are approving changes to electoral laws, which&nbsp;drastically reduce the public's ability to elect lawmakers and increase the number of pro-Beijing lawmakers making decisions for the city.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-seeks-more-vaccines-from-us-amid-virus-surge-387511">Taiwan seeks more vaccines from US amid virus surge</a>

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Witessing a surge in reported COVID-19 cases, with merely one percent people reciebing the jab, Taiwan still hasn't&nbsp;been able to ramp up its&nbsp;vaccination&nbsp;drive. To help increase this tally, Taiwan's government officials have requested the Biden administration for more vaccines.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/virus-sceptic-boris-johnson-considered-injecting-himself-with-covid-says-former-aide-cummings-387473">Virus sceptic Boris Johnson considered injecting himself with Covid, says former aide Cummings</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/11/02/167833-uk-pm-boris-johnson.jpg" />According to&nbsp;Dominic Cummings, former aide,&nbsp;the&nbsp;United Kingdom Prime Minister Boris Johnson, was reportedly so sceptical of the risks posed by COVID-19 that he was willing to inject himself with the virus.&nbsp; 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/us-a-top-target-for-foreign-and-domestic-influence-operations-says-new-facebook-report-387502">US a top target for foreign and domestic influence operations, says new Facebook report</a>

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In a new report Facebook claims that the United States&nbsp;topped a list of the countries most frequently targeted by deceptive foreign influence operations using Facebook between 2017 and 2020.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/astronomers-reveal-what-happened-in-first-microsecond-of-big-bang-387469">Astronomers reveal what happened in first microsecond of Big Bang</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/03/18/187727-cosmic1.jpg" />

Astronomers have&nbsp;investigated&nbsp;the first matter ever to be present,&nbsp;during the first microsecond of the Big Bang.

Top 10 world news today: We bring to you the biggest headlines of May 26, 2021 in this daily newsletter. Following rising concerns over the origin of novel coronavirus and allegations of it originating out of a Wuhan laboratory, US Health Secretary Xavier Becerra has urged the WHO to ensure that the second phase of COVID-19 origin investigations must be "transparent" and "science-based".

Top 10 world news today: We bring to you the biggest headlines of May 26, 2021 in this daily newsletter. Following rising concerns over the origin of novel coronavirus and allegations of it originating out of a Wuhan laboratory, US Health Secretary Xavier Becerra has urged the WHO to ensure that the second phase of COVID-19 origin investigations must be "transparent" and "science-based". US-based top infectious disease expert Anthony Fauci has also alleged that, $600,000 were earmarked for Wuhan Institute of Virology from the National Institutes of Health over a period of five years to study zoonotic viruses and whether bat coronaviruses could jump onto human beings. Meanwhile, following activist Roman Protasevich's arrest on President Alexander Lukashenko's orders, exiled leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya has accused Lukashenko of trying to establish a regime like North Korea in Belarus. On the science front, we bring you interesting new discoveries related to the Big Bang. Don't forget to click on the headline to read the full story! Belarus opposition leader accuses Lukashenko of turning country into 'North Korea of Europe' Speaking to the European Parliament via video link exiled Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya has accused President Alexander Lukashenko of turning the country into "North Korea of Europe" and demanded a series of concrete measures. US calls for 'transparent' second phase of COVID-19 origin investigation Amidst media reports suggesting that COVID-19 could have emerged from a laboratory in China, US Health Secretary Xavier Becerra has urged the WHO to ensure that the next phase of investigation into COVID-19's origins are more "transparent" and "science-based". Fauci admits Wuhan lab received 'modest' funds from US amid calls for probe into Covid origins Amid rising concerns over the coronavirus's origin, US top infectious disease expert Anthony Fauci told lawmakers that the Wuhan Institute of Virology received money from the US based National Institutes of Health. Pakistan FM Qureshi rules out providing military bases to US for operations in Afghanistan In the Pakistani senate, Foreign minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi has announced that Pakistan would not provide its military bases to the United States for future counter-terrorism operations in Afghanistan and that the country will also not allow drone attacks inside Pakistan. Afghanistan vows to ensure security of foreign missions Following Australia's announcement to close the country's embassy in Kabul, the Afghan government says that it is committed to ensuring safety and security of foreign organisations and diplomatic missions. Hong Kong to approve Beijing-drafted curbs on elections Hong Kong lawmakers are approving changes to electoral laws, which drastically reduce the public's ability to elect lawmakers and increase the number of pro-Beijing lawmakers making decisions for the city. Taiwan seeks more vaccines from US amid virus surge Witessing a surge in reported COVID-19 cases, with merely one percent people reciebing the jab, Taiwan still hasn't been able to ramp up its vaccination drive. To help increase this tally, Taiwan's government officials have requested the Biden administration for more vaccines. Virus sceptic Boris Johnson considered injecting himself with Covid, says former aide Cummings According to Dominic Cummings, former aide, the United Kingdom Prime Minister Boris Johnson, was reportedly so sceptical of the risks posed by COVID-19 that he was willing to inject himself with the virus. US a top target for foreign and domestic influence operations, says new Facebook report In a new report Facebook claims that the United States topped a list of the countries most frequently targeted by deceptive foreign influence operations using Facebook between 2017 and 2020. Astronomers reveal what happened in first microsecond of Big Bang Astronomers have investigated the first matter ever to be present, during the first microsecond of the Big Bang.

Top 10 world news today: US calls for transparent COVID-19 investigation, UK PM considered injecting himself with coronavirus, and more

Top 10 world news today: We bring to you the biggest headlines of May 25, 2021 in this daily newsletter. In the aftermath of the ceasefire between Israel and Gaza, US Secretary of State Blinken&nbsp;on Tuesday assured that rebuilding efforts in Gaza will not benefit the terror outfit Hamas in any way. Meanwhile, tensions in Belarus continue to persist after a plane carrying a journalist was intercepted and the scribe jailed. Western countries have called the act "state piracy" and are now threatening that they may cut aviation ties with the country. On the science front, we bring some sun-themed news - about how space weather changes could wreak havoc on planet Earth. Don't forget to click on the headline to read the full story!

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/have-to-ensure-hamas-does-not-benefit-from-reconstruction-assistance-in-gaza-blinken-387283" hreflang="en">Will ensure Hamas does not benefit from Gaza reconstruction: Blinken</a>

US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken who is on a trip to the&nbsp;Middle East&nbsp;in order to ensure peace after the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions-blogs/opinion-how-different-is-israel-hamas-ceasefire-this-time-386584">Israeli-Hamas&nbsp;</a>conflict said that a lot of "hard work" was required to restore "hope, respect and some trust" after the clash in Gaza.

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/25/196104-t.jpg" />

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/belarus-faces-new-sanctions-from-west-over-forced-landing-of-plane-arrest-of-journalist-387190">Belarus faces new sanctions over forced landing of plane, arrest of blogger</a>

Western powers prepared to pile sanctions on Belarus and cut off its aviation links on Monday, furious after it scrambled a warplane to intercept a Ryanair aircraft and arrest a dissident journalist, an act one official denounced as 'state piracy'.&nbsp;

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/12/06/172818-pjimage-66.jpg" />

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/half-of-adult-americans-fully-vaccinated-against-covid-19-says-white-house-387327">Half of adult Americans fully vaccinated against COVID-19, says White House</a>

Half of all adults in the United States would be fully vaccinated by the end of Tuesday, the White House said, marking a big milestone in the world’s hardest-hit country’s fight against coronavirus.

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/22/195802-untitled-design-69.jpg" />

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/only-have-a-three-month-window-hong-kong-may-throw-away-pfizer-sinovac-vaccine-387318">'Three-month window': Hong Kong may throw away Pfizer, Sinovac vaccine</a>

The Hong Kong authorities have warned that it may be forced to throw away millions of&nbsp;coronavirus&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-19-in-us-27-million-people-have-signed-up-for-1mn-vaccine-lottery-ohio-governor-says-387270">vaccine&nbsp;</a>doses as it is fast approaching its expiry date.

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/25/196121-vax.jpg" />

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nobody-cares-about-them-childrens-bodies-found-on-libyan-beach-after-migrant-boat-sinks-387325" hreflang="en">'Nobody cares about them': Children’s bodies found on Libyan beach after migrant boat sinks</a>

According to an NGO, bodies of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/reports-of-migrant-children-packed-in-buses-unacceptable-says-us-agency-385238">migrant</a>&nbsp;children were left abandoned for three days on&nbsp;a beach&nbsp;in&nbsp;Zuwara&nbsp;in Libya.

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/25/196127-31.jpg" />

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/moderna-says-covid-vaccine-highly-effective-among-adolescents-aged-12-and-above-387313" hreflang="en">Moderna says Covid vaccine 'highly effective' among adolescents aged 12 and above</a>

US biotech firm Moderna said Tuesday that trials had shown its Covid-19 vaccine is "highly effective" in adolescents aged 12-17 and the company would seek regulators' approval in June.

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/01/27/180224-oof-6.jpg" />

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/becoming-a-hardened-criminal-navalny-says-russia-has-launched-three-new-criminal-probes-against-him-387288" hreflang="en">'Becoming a hardened criminal': Navalny says Russia has launched three new criminal probes against him</a>

Alexei Navalny, the Kremlin&nbsp;critic currently in prison, has claimed that three new criminal investigations have been initiated against him by Russian authorities.

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/09/14/159783-untitled-design-72.jpg" />

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/sun-has-awoken-and-sent-solar-storms-earths-way-what-are-the-dangers-387312" hreflang="en">Sun has awoken and sent solar storms Earth's way. What are the dangers?</a>

Our planet Earth does not deserve more bad news. A global pandemic which continues to kill scores everyday to the ongoing threats caused by climate change - there is a lot on our&nbsp;plate. And now, there’s more - The Sun has awoken!

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/25/196120-oof-4.jpg" />

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/germany-launches-antitrust-probe-against-google-387277" hreflang="en">Germany launches antitrust probe against Google</a>

As part of this probe, the watchdog will assess whether Google Germany, Google Ireland and Alphabet, its parent company, are currently exploiting their market dominance.

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/25/196097-oof.jpg" />

Watch:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/videos/tensions-high-between-indian-govt-and-twitter-387331" hreflang="en">Tensions high between Indian govt and Twitter</a>

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Top 10 world news today: We bring to you the biggest headlines of May 25, 2021 in this daily newsletter. In the aftermath of the ceasefire between Israel and Gaza, US Secretary of State Blinken on Tuesday assured that rebuilding efforts in Gaza will not benefit the terror outfit Hamas in any way.

Top 10 world news today: We bring to you the biggest headlines of May 25, 2021 in this daily newsletter. In the aftermath of the ceasefire between Israel and Gaza, US Secretary of State Blinken on Tuesday assured that rebuilding efforts in Gaza will not benefit the terror outfit Hamas in any way. Meanwhile, tensions in Belarus continue to persist after a plane carrying a journalist was intercepted and the scribe jailed. Western countries have called the act "state piracy" and are now threatening that they may cut aviation ties with the country. On the science front, we bring some sun-themed news - about how space weather changes could wreak havoc on planet Earth. Don't forget to click on the headline to read the full story! Will ensure Hamas does not benefit from Gaza reconstruction: Blinken US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken who is on a trip to the Middle East in order to ensure peace after the Israeli-Hamas conflict said that a lot of "hard work" was required to restore "hope, respect and some trust" after the clash in Gaza. Belarus faces new sanctions over forced landing of plane, arrest of blogger Western powers prepared to pile sanctions on Belarus and cut off its aviation links on Monday, furious after it scrambled a warplane to intercept a Ryanair aircraft and arrest a dissident journalist, an act one official denounced as 'state piracy'. Half of adult Americans fully vaccinated against COVID-19, says White House Half of all adults in the United States would be fully vaccinated by the end of Tuesday, the White House said, marking a big milestone in the world’s hardest-hit country’s fight against coronavirus. 'Three-month window': Hong Kong may throw away Pfizer, Sinovac vaccine The Hong Kong authorities have warned that it may be forced to throw away millions of coronavirus vaccine doses as it is fast approaching its expiry date. 'Nobody cares about them': Children’s bodies found on Libyan beach after migrant boat sinks According to an NGO, bodies of migrant children were left abandoned for three days on a beach in Zuwara in Libya. Moderna says Covid vaccine 'highly effective' among adolescents aged 12 and above US biotech firm Moderna said Tuesday that trials had shown its Covid-19 vaccine is "highly effective" in adolescents aged 12-17 and the company would seek regulators' approval in June. 'Becoming a hardened criminal': Navalny says Russia has launched three new criminal probes against him Alexei Navalny, the Kremlin critic currently in prison, has claimed that three new criminal investigations have been initiated against him by Russian authorities. Sun has awoken and sent solar storms Earth's way. What are the dangers? Our planet Earth does not deserve more bad news. A global pandemic which continues to kill scores everyday to the ongoing threats caused by climate change - there is a lot on our plate. And now, there’s more - The Sun has awoken! Germany launches antitrust probe against Google As part of this probe, the watchdog will assess whether Google Germany, Google Ireland and Alphabet, its parent company, are currently exploiting their market dominance. Watch: Tensions high between Indian govt and Twitter

Top 10 world news today: Half of Americans now fully vaccinated, Hong Kong to throw away vaccines, and more

Top 10 world news today: In our daily evening newsletter, we bring to you the biggest stories of the day from multiple beats. Today, the Israeli-Gaza conflict showed signs of easing with no fatalities reported for the first time. But that peace was only short-lived, for new fatalities were reported in both the territories as&nbsp;rockets from both the territories continue to plague the skies. Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden urged both the countries to reach a ceasefire as soon as possible. But Israel has vowed to pursue Hamas in a bid to eliminate all targets. In Taiwan, a new storm is brewing - the semi-autonomous city of Hong Kong had to shut its office in Taiwan due to the ongoing tensions between China and Taiwan. At the end of this letter we have an artificially intelligent surprise! Please do scroll. If you wish to read the full story, please click on the headline.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-gaza-conflict-no-fresh-casualties-reported-rocket-attacks-continue-unabated-385824" hreflang="en">Israel-Gaza conflict: No fresh casualties reported, rocket attacks continue</a>

Fighting between Israel and Hamas seemed to ease slightly on Tuesday after no fatalities were reported in Gaza for the first time since May 10.

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/18/195340-oof.jpg?itok=fkOBfdz2" />

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-suspends-operations-at-representative-office-in-taiwan-as-tensions-rise-385847">Hong Kong suspends operations at representative office in Taiwan</a>

Hong Kong government on Tuesday&nbsp;suspended operations at its representative office in Taiwan in a sign of escalating diplomatic tensions between the global financial hub and the democratically ruled island that Beijing claims.

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/02/08/181834-hong-kong.jpg?itok=MamB9yZk" />

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spain-deploys-army-in-ceuta-to-patrol-border-with-morocco-after-thousands-break-in-385866">Spain deploys army in Ceuta to patrol border after thousands break in&nbsp;</a>

Spain has deployed troops to Ceuta to patrol the border with Morocco after thousands of migrants swam into the northern African enclave amid heightened diplomatic tensions, Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska said on Tuesday.

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/04/25/192728-morocco-spain.jpg?itok=eXYOA75t" />

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/belarus-shuts-independent-news-site-after-raids-on-offices-385864" hreflang="en">Belarus shuts independent news site after raids on offices</a>

Belarus has shut country's largest independent news outlet after raid on its offices. This is being seen as a widening crackdown in the wake of historic opposition protests last year.

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/18/195357-belarus-2.jpg?itok=FW6e9OU3" />

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-antitrust-probe-opened-into-amazon-using-tougher-law-385841" hreflang="en">Germany: Antitrust probe opened into Amazon using tougher law</a>

Germany's competition authority has opened inquiry into retail giant Amazon over potential 'anti-competitive practices'. The inquiry has been opened using a new law that gives regulators more teeth to control big t ech companies.

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/04/04/190141-amazons.jpg?itok=u9vcVzO9" />

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/five-suspected-abu-sayyaf-militants-killed-in-raid-malaysian-police-385870" hreflang="en">Five suspected Abu Sayyaf militants killed in raid: Malaysian police &nbsp;</a>

Malaysian police said on Tuesday five suspected members of the Abu Sayyaf militant group were killed in a shootout in the state of Sabah on the Malaysian portion of Borneo, state news agency Bernama reported.&nbsp;

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2018/09/12/18695-000_lp87xhdf768-20170216014731.jpg?itok=jP3PeZl0" />

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canadian-care-homes-failed-to-report-covid-outbreaks-killing-192-patients-report-385875" hreflang="en">Canadian care homes failed to report Covid outbreaks, killing 192 patients: Report</a>

An investigation from Canada sheds light on how quickly and mercilessly the virus can take hold of a place if left unchecked.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/12/27/175970-coronavirus-in-canada.jpg?itok=yDXzqsaZ" />

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/humans-dont-stand-a-chance-against-artificial-intelligence-a-nobel-winning-scientist-explains-why-385856" hreflang="en">Humans don't stand a chance against artificial intelligence. A Nobel-winning scientist explains why</a>

During the pandemic rush hour, many have seemed to forget the larger foe lurking in the shadows - artificial intelligence.

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2019/02/14/83987-untitled-design.jpg?itok=cVucXcjV" />

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-skyscraper-wobbles-spreads-panic-in-downtown-shenzhen-385860" hreflang="en">China skyscraper wobbles, spreads panic in downtown Shenzhen&nbsp;</a>

One of China's tallest skyscrapers was evacuated on Tuesday after it began to shake, sending panicked shoppers scampering to safety in the southern city of Shenzhen.&nbsp;

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2019/04/16/90170-madrid1.jpg?itok=n42OC6ST" />

Watch:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/videos/the-pentagons-secret-army-pentagon-operates-60000-strong-secret-force-385862" hreflang="en">The Pentagon's Secret Army: Pentagon operates 60,000-strong secret force</a>

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Top 10 world news today: In our daily evening newsletter, we bring to you the biggest stories of the day from multiple beats. Today, the Israeli-Gaza conflict showed signs of easing with no fatalities reported for the first time.

Top 10 world news today: In our daily evening newsletter, we bring to you the biggest stories of the day from multiple beats. Today, the Israeli-Gaza conflict showed signs of easing with no fatalities reported for the first time. But that peace was only short-lived, for new fatalities were reported in both the territories as rockets from both the territories continue to plague the skies. Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden urged both the countries to reach a ceasefire as soon as possible. But Israel has vowed to pursue Hamas in a bid to eliminate all targets. In Taiwan, a new storm is brewing - the semi-autonomous city of Hong Kong had to shut its office in Taiwan due to the ongoing tensions between China and Taiwan. At the end of this letter we have an artificially intelligent surprise! Please do scroll. If you wish to read the full story, please click on the headline. Israel-Gaza conflict: No fresh casualties reported, rocket attacks continue Fighting between Israel and Hamas seemed to ease slightly on Tuesday after no fatalities were reported in Gaza for the first time since May 10. Hong Kong suspends operations at representative office in Taiwan Hong Kong government on Tuesday suspended operations at its representative office in Taiwan in a sign of escalating diplomatic tensions between the global financial hub and the democratically ruled island that Beijing claims. Spain deploys army in Ceuta to patrol border after thousands break in Spain has deployed troops to Ceuta to patrol the border with Morocco after thousands of migrants swam into the northern African enclave amid heightened diplomatic tensions, Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska said on Tuesday. Belarus shuts independent news site after raids on offices Belarus has shut country's largest independent news outlet after raid on its offices. This is being seen as a widening crackdown in the wake of historic opposition protests last year. Germany: Antitrust probe opened into Amazon using tougher law Germany's competition authority has opened inquiry into retail giant Amazon over potential 'anti-competitive practices'. The inquiry has been opened using a new law that gives regulators more teeth to control big t ech companies. Five suspected Abu Sayyaf militants killed in raid: Malaysian police Malaysian police said on Tuesday five suspected members of the Abu Sayyaf militant group were killed in a shootout in the state of Sabah on the Malaysian portion of Borneo, state news agency Bernama reported. Canadian care homes failed to report Covid outbreaks, killing 192 patients: Report An investigation from Canada sheds light on how quickly and mercilessly the virus can take hold of a place if left unchecked. Humans don't stand a chance against artificial intelligence. A Nobel-winning scientist explains why During the pandemic rush hour, many have seemed to forget the larger foe lurking in the shadows - artificial intelligence. China skyscraper wobbles, spreads panic in downtown Shenzhen One of China's tallest skyscrapers was evacuated on Tuesday after it began to shake, sending panicked shoppers scampering to safety in the southern city of Shenzhen. Watch: The Pentagon's Secret Army: Pentagon operates 60,000-strong secret force

Top 10 world news today: Fatalities in Israel-Gaza conflict increase, Hong Kong shuts office in Taiwan, and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-orders-massive-reinforcement-of-forces-to-quell-unrest-in-cities-after-gaza-violence-384790" hreflang="en">Gaza clashes: Israel orders 'massive reinforcement' to quell unrest in cities</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-says-think-tank-report-on-uyghur-birth-rates-decline-fabricates-data-384770">China says think tank report on Uyghur birth rates decline 'fabricates data'</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-korean-fishermen-sue-japanese-government-over-fukushima-nuclear-plant-water-384768">South Korean fishermen sue Japanese government over Fukushima nuclear water</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-fines-its-telecommunications-company-telstra-39-million-for-exploiting-indigenous-customers-384759">Australian telco Telstra fined $39 million for exploiting indigenous customers</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/double-world-vaccine-production-sputnik-v-one-of-the-key-elements-says-un-chief-guterres-384791">Double world vaccine production, Sputnik V one of the key elements: UN chief</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-ex-president-mahmoud-ahmadinejad-submits-name-for-presidential-poll-384800" hreflang="en">Iran: Ex-president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad submits name for presidential poll</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-jails-former-mayor-roizman-over-tweets-in-support-of-navalny-384753" hreflang="en">Russia jails former mayor Roizman over tweets in support of Navalny</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/italys-draghi-with-lucrative-state-pensions-renounces-salary-as-pm-384809" hreflang="en">Italy's Draghi, with lucrative state pensions, renounces salary as PM</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwans-tsmc-says-suffered-a-brief-power-dip-electricity-now-restored-384802" hreflang="en">Taiwan's TSMC says suffered a brief power dip, electricity now restored</a>

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Gaza clashes: Israel orders 'massive reinforcement' to quell unrest in cities China says think tank report on Uyghur birth rates decline 'fabricates data' South

Gaza clashes: Israel orders 'massive reinforcement' to quell unrest in cities China says think tank report on Uyghur birth rates decline 'fabricates data' South Korean fishermen sue Japanese government over Fukushima nuclear water Australian telco Telstra fined $39 million for exploiting indigenous customers Double world vaccine production, Sputnik V one of the key elements: UN chief Iran: Ex-president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad submits name for presidential poll Russia jails former mayor Roizman over tweets in support of Navalny Italy's Draghi, with lucrative state pensions, renounces salary as PM Taiwan's TSMC says suffered a brief power dip, electricity now restored

Top 10 world news today: Israel orders 'massive reinforcement' of forces in Gaza and more

Top 10 world news today: Here are the biggest news stories of the day, from Nepal PM Oli's loss in the parliament, to Pfizer's recent announcement for its vaccine efficacy. We have it all - click on the headline to read the full story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/nepal-pm-kp-sharma-oli-fails-to-win-confidence-vote-in-parliament-384122" hreflang="en">Nepal PM KP Sharma Oli fails to win confidence vote in Parliament</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jerusalem-violence-palestinians-take-refuge-inside-al-aqsa-mosque-384133">Jerusalem violence: Palestinians take refuge inside Al-Aqsa mosque</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-fights-to-attend-who-meeting-as-china-denies-entry-384144">Taiwan fights to attend WHO meeting as China denies entry</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-evidence-vaccine-need-to-be-adapted-for-variants-declares-biontech-384128">No evidence vaccine need to be adapted for variants, declares BioNTech</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/another-letter-penned-by-soldiers-foretelling-civil-war-in-france-surfaces-384129">Another letter penned by soldiers foretelling civil war in France surfaces</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/australian-court-dismisses-petition-challenging-ban-on-citizens-from-covid-stricken-india-384134" hreflang="en">Australian court dismisses petition challenging ban on citizens from Covid-stricken India</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/an-italian-woman-received-six-doses-of-pfizer-covid-vaccine-what-happened-next-384146" hreflang="en">An Italian woman received six doses of Pfizer Covid vaccine. What happened next?</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/marine-animals-thought-extinct-for-273-million-years-found-in-pacific-ocean-384121" hreflang="en">Marine animals thought extinct for 273 million years found in Pacific Ocean!</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/climate-change-to-destroy-over-20-of-tea-growing-areas-in-kenya-by-2050-384100" hreflang="en">Climate change to destroy over 20% of tea growing areas in Kenya by 2050</a>

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Watch:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/videos/goodbye-pollution-bolivian-companies-team-up-for-fully-eco-friendly-deliveries-384151" hreflang="en">Goodbye pollution! Bolivian companies team up for fully eco-friendly deliveries</a>

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Top 10 world news today: Here are the biggest news stories of the day, from Nepal PM Oli's loss in the parliament, to Pfizer's recent announcement for its vaccine efficacy.

Top 10 world news today: Here are the biggest news stories of the day, from Nepal PM Oli's loss in the parliament, to Pfizer's recent announcement for its vaccine efficacy. We have it all - click on the headline to read the full story. Nepal PM KP Sharma Oli fails to win confidence vote in Parliament Jerusalem violence: Palestinians take refuge inside Al-Aqsa mosque Taiwan fights to attend WHO meeting as China denies entry No evidence vaccine need to be adapted for variants, declares BioNTech Another letter penned by soldiers foretelling civil war in France surfaces Australian court dismisses petition challenging ban on citizens from Covid-stricken India An Italian woman received six doses of Pfizer Covid vaccine. What happened next? Marine animals thought extinct for 273 million years found in Pacific Ocean! Climate change to destroy over 20% of tea growing areas in Kenya by 2050 Watch: Goodbye pollution! Bolivian companies team up for fully eco-friendly deliveries

Top 10 world news today: Violence ensues in Jerusalem, Nepalese PM loses confidence vote, and more

Top 10 world news today: From India-UK trade deal to the new aircraft deal between Egypt and France, here are the biggest news stories of the day. Click on the headline to read the full story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-pm-boris-johnson-announces-14-billion-trade-deal-with-india-382740" hreflang="en">UK PM Boris Johnson announces $1.4 billion trade deal with India</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-asks-the-philippines-to-exercise-basic-etiquette-after-minister-cusses-on-twitter-382732">China asks Philippines to exercise 'basic etiquette' after minister's outburst</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/egypt-purchases-30-rafale-fighter-jets-from-france-382757">Egypt purchases 30 Rafale fighter jets from France</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-police-probe-swiss-diplomats-death-after-fall-382779">Iran police probe Swiss diplomat's death after 'fall'</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mexico-city-train-derailment-kills-at-least-20-injures-dozens-more-382703">Mexico city train derailment kills at least 20, injures dozens more</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-targets-china-with-new-powers-over-state-backed-firms-382774" hreflang="en">EU targets China with new powers over state-backed firms</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/us-lawmakers-urge-biden-to-prioritise-sending-astrazeneca-vaccines-to-india-382773" hreflang="en">US lawmakers urge Biden to prioritise sending AstraZeneca vaccines to India</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iraqi-army-fires-rockets-at-base-hosting-americans-amid-delegation-visit-382772" hreflang="en">Iraqi army fires rockets at base hosting Americans amid delegation visit</a>

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Watch:&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/videos/italy-plans-new-floor-for-2000-year-old-colosseum-382781" hreflang="en">Italy plans new floor for 2,000-year-old Colosseum</a>

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Top 10 world news today: From India-UK trade deal to the new aircraft deal between Egypt and France, here are the biggest news stories of the day. Click on the headline to read the full story.

Top 10 world news today: From India-UK trade deal to the new aircraft deal between Egypt and France, here are the biggest news stories of the day. Click on the headline to read the full story. UK PM Boris Johnson announces $1.4 billion trade deal with India China asks Philippines to exercise 'basic etiquette' after minister's outburst Egypt purchases 30 Rafale fighter jets from France Iran police probe Swiss diplomat's death after 'fall' Mexico city train derailment kills at least 20, injures dozens more EU targets China with new powers over state-backed firms US lawmakers urge Biden to prioritise sending AstraZeneca vaccines to India Iraqi army fires rockets at base hosting Americans amid delegation visit In pics: Treasure trove of relics from Bronze Age discovered in Sweden Watch: Italy plans new floor for 2,000-year-old Colosseum

Top 10 world news today: UK-India sign trade deal, Egypt purchases Rafale jets from France, and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-china-sea-dispute-philippines-foreign-minister-lambasts-china-in-expletive-laced-tweet-382529">Philippines foreign minister lambasts China in expletive-laced tweet</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-begins-reunifying-migrant-families-separated-by-trump-era-border-policy-382545" hreflang="en">US begins reuniting some families separated at Mexico border</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmar-rebel-group-says-it-shot-down-military-helicopter-382554">Myanmar rebel group says it shot down military helicopter</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/after-news-law-feud-australias-seven-west-media-signs-google-facebook-deals-382534">After news law feud, Australia's Seven West Media signs Google, Facebook deal</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israeli-state-watchdog-to-investigate-religious-festival-stampede-382570" hreflang="en">Israeli state watchdog to investigate religious festival stampede</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-denies-reports-of-prisoner-swap-with-us-382542" hreflang="en">Iran denies reports of prisoner swap with US</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/syria-bashar-al-assad-will-face-two-rivals-in-presidential-elections-382568">Syria: Bashar al-Assad will face two 'rivals' in presidential elections</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pfizer-donates-largest-humanitarian-relief-worth-70-million-to-india-382573" hreflang="en">Pfizer donates 'largest humanitarian relief' worth $70 million to India</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-zealand-fires-nine-border-workers-who-refused-coronavirus-vaccines-382562" hreflang="en">New Zealand fires nine border workers who refused coronavirus vaccines</a>

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Philippines foreign minister lambasts China in expletive-laced tweet US begins reuniting some families separated at Mexico border Myanmar rebel group says it sh

Philippines foreign minister lambasts China in expletive-laced tweet US begins reuniting some families separated at Mexico border Myanmar rebel group says it shot down military helicopter After news law feud, Australia's Seven West Media signs Google, Facebook deal Israeli state watchdog to investigate religious festival stampede Iran denies reports of prisoner swap with US Syria: Bashar al-Assad will face two 'rivals' in presidential elections Pfizer donates 'largest humanitarian relief' worth $70 million to India Twenty six killed in boat accident in Bangladesh New Zealand fires nine border workers who refused coronavirus vaccines

Top 10 world news today: Philippines lambasts China, US begins reuniting some families separated at Mexico border and more

Top 10 world news today: We bring to you the biggest news stories of the day - from US Justice Department's fresh probe into the policing practices in Minneapolis to the disappearance of missing submarine in Indonesia. Click on the headline to read the full story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-justice-department-to-probe-police-practices-in-minneapolis-after-george-floyd-verdict-379073">US Justice Department to probe police practices in Minneapolis</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-searches-for-missing-submarine-with-53-on-board-seeks-help-from-australia-singapore-379029" hreflang="en">Indonesia searches for missing submarine with 53 on board</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-overrides-states-decision-to-join-chinas-belt-and-road-initiative-379030">Australia overrides state's decision to join China's Belt and Road initiative</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-leader-denies-breaking-lobbying-rules-with-texts-to-dyson-379066" hreflang="en">UK leader denies breaking lobbying rules with texts to Dyson&nbsp;</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-queen-elizabeth-ii-thanks-public-for-support-and-kindness-on-95th-birthday-379068" hreflang="en">Queen Elizabeth II thanks public for 'support and kindness' on 95th birthday</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-proposes-rules-for-high-risk-artificial-intelligence-uses-379054" hreflang="en">EU proposes rules for high-risk artificial intelligence uses&nbsp;</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watchdog-suspends-syrias-rights-over-usage-of-chemical-weapons-during-civil-war-379026" hreflang="en">Watchdog suspends Syria's rights over usage of chemical weapons during civil war</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-korean-court-dismisses-lawsuit-by-comfort-women-contradicts-earlier-ruling-379023" hreflang="en">South Korean court dismisses lawsuit by 'comfort women', contradicts earlier ruling&nbsp;</a><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2018/09/11/17157-gettyimages-502680182-20170113092516.jpg?itok=gsnNLcan" />

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Top 10 world news today: We bring to you the biggest news stories of the day - from US Justice Department's fresh probe into the policing practices in Minneapolis to the disappearance of missing submarine in Indonesia.

Top 10 world news today: We bring to you the biggest news stories of the day - from US Justice Department's fresh probe into the policing practices in Minneapolis to the disappearance of missing submarine in Indonesia. Click on the headline to read the full story. US Justice Department to probe police practices in Minneapolis Indonesia searches for missing submarine with 53 on board Australia overrides state's decision to join China's Belt and Road initiative UK leader denies breaking lobbying rules with texts to Dyson Queen Elizabeth II thanks public for 'support and kindness' on 95th birthday EU proposes rules for high-risk artificial intelligence uses Watchdog suspends Syria's rights over usage of chemical weapons during civil war South Korean court dismisses lawsuit by 'comfort women', contradicts earlier ruling Israel to reroute 10 million AstraZeneca Covid vaccines to countries in need Watch: Your Story: US yet to respond on ban on export of COVID-19 vaccine raw material

Top 10 world news today: US to probe police practices in Minneapolis, Indonesian submarine goes missing, and more

Iran is going to begin enriching uranium at 60 per cent purity starting Wednesday, Iran’s chief nuclear negotiator Abbas Araghchi announced on Tuesday, state media reported. Meanwhile, the Chinese government has warned the United States to refrain from playing with fire, immediately stop official contact with Taiwan in any form. Read on to know more.

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In February this year, Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had said that Iran could increase its level of uranium enrichment to whatever the country needs, including up to 60%.

 
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China urges the United States “not to play with fire on the Taiwan issue, immediately stop any form of U.S.-Taiwan official contacts, cautiously and appropriately handle the matter, and not send wrong signals to Taiwan independence forces.

 
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"At the operational level, we need measures which will deter Russia and which will contain its aggressive intentions. This could be ... a new round of sanctions which would raise the price of Russian aggression," Kuleba told a news conference at NATO alongside NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg.

 
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Russia recently stationed soldiers along the Ukraine border and also accused Western countries of supplying arms to Ukraine.

Iran is going to begin enriching uranium at 60 per cent purity starting Wednesday, Iran’s chief nuclear negotiator Abbas Araghchi announced on Tuesday, state media reported.

Iran is going to begin enriching uranium at 60 per cent purity starting Wednesday, Iran’s chief nuclear negotiator Abbas Araghchi announced on Tuesday, state media reported. Meanwhile, the Chinese government has warned the United States to refrain from playing with fire, immediately stop official contact with Taiwan in any form. Read on to know more. Iran to begin enriching uranium at 60 per cent purity: State media In February this year, Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had said that Iran could increase its level of uranium enrichment to whatever the country needs, including up to 60%. Stop any form of US-Taiwan official contacts: China warns America China urges the United States “not to play with fire on the Taiwan issue, immediately stop any form of U.S.-Taiwan official contacts, cautiously and appropriately handle the matter, and not send wrong signals to Taiwan independence forces. US halts use of Johnson & Johnson vaccine due to rare blood clotting issues “COVID-19 vaccine safety is a top priority for the federal government, and we take all reports of health problems following COVID-19 vaccination very seriously,” the FDA said in a joint statement with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. UN rights chief sees Syria repeating in Myanmar, calls for halt to 'slaughter' UN High Commissioner Michelle Bachelet said in a statement 3,080 had been detained and there are reports that 23 people have been sentenced to death following secret trials. Ukraine minister calls for military help, more sanctions on Russia "At the operational level, we need measures which will deter Russia and which will contain its aggressive intentions. This could be ... a new round of sanctions which would raise the price of Russian aggression," Kuleba told a news conference at NATO alongside NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg. China warns 34 tech firms to 'rectify' any anti-competitive measures after record Alibaba fine The move suggests Beijing's scrutiny of its most powerful tech firms is far from over, with regulators warning they will continue to eradicate monopoly practices and telling internet companies to 'heed the warning of Alibaba's case’ Mexico detains 30 Marines in collection with disappearances of several people in 2014 "Thirty naval service members were made available to the Attorney General's Office on April 9 in compliance with arrest warrants... for the alleged crime of forced disappearance of persons," the Navy Secretariat said in a statement Bitcoin hits record high above $62,000 After crashing in 2018, the value of bitcoin rebounded and it has set records since late last year - rocketing from around $12,000 in October to more than $60,000 a month ago. Philippines summons Chinese ambassador over reef dispute in South China Sea The escalating feud between Manila and Beijing started after more than 200 Chinese vessels suspected by Philippine authorities to be operated by militias were spotted early last month at Whitsun Reef Russia accuses US, other NATO countries of turning Ukraine into 'powder keg' Russia recently stationed soldiers along the Ukraine border and also accused Western countries of supplying arms to Ukraine.

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This is the third vaccine to get a go-ahead for use after Covishield and Covaxin.

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The Financial Times and Sunday Times newspapers have reported that Cameron contacted ministers directly to lobby on behalf of Greensill Capital, including sending texts to finance minister Rishi Sunak and arranging a private drink between Greensill and Health Secretary Matt Hancock.

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The new report by the OPCW chemical weapons watchdog's investigative arm said no one was killed when the cylinder of chlorine gas, delivered in a barrel bomb, hit the Al Talil neighbourhood in the city of Saraqib in February 2018.

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The amendment would add around 1,400 square kilometres (540.54 square miles) to the exclusive economic zone claimed by Lebanon in its original submission to the United Nations.

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The enormous factory, founded as a cloth manufacturer in 1841, was engulfed in flames.

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Releasing a statement on his return to Britain from his home in the United States ahead of Philip`s funeral on Saturday, Harry said the Duke of Edinburgh had been a man of "service, honour and great humour".

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The source said the injured person was now being treated inside the hospital, the Henry Dunant, which is also a Covid-19 vaccination centre. The motive for the shootings remains unknown.

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The Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip died two months short of his centenary birthday.

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Houthi military spokesman Yahya Sarea said on Twitter the group's barrage included 10 Samad-3 drones fired at refineries in the Red Sea city of Jeddah and Jubail in the Eastern Province.

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Sputnik V, the COVID-19 vaccine from Russia, has been given 'Emergency Use Authorisation' in India by a panel of experts. Meanwhile, the British government has opened an official independently-run investigation into former Prime Minister David Cameron's lobbying activities for financier Lex Greensill, The Sun newspaper reported.

Sputnik V, the COVID-19 vaccine from Russia, has been given 'Emergency Use Authorisation' in India by a panel of experts. Meanwhile, the British government has opened an official independently-run investigation into former Prime Minister David Cameron's lobbying activities for financier Lex Greensill, The Sun newspaper reported. Russia's Sputnik V COVID vaccine gets emergency nod in India from experts This is the third vaccine to get a go-ahead for use after Covishield and Covaxin. UK opens official investigation into ex-PM Cameron's lobbying, says The Sun The Financial Times and Sunday Times newspapers have reported that Cameron contacted ministers directly to lobby on behalf of Greensill Capital, including sending texts to finance minister Rishi Sunak and arranging a private drink between Greensill and Health Secretary Matt Hancock. Syrian air force may have dropped chlorine bomb on town in rebel area in 2018, says watchdog The new report by the OPCW chemical weapons watchdog's investigative arm said no one was killed when the cylinder of chlorine gas, delivered in a barrel bomb, hit the Al Talil neighbourhood in the city of Saraqib in February 2018. Lebanese minister expands claim in maritime area dispute with Israel The amendment would add around 1,400 square kilometres (540.54 square miles) to the exclusive economic zone claimed by Lebanon in its original submission to the United Nations. Russia: Huge fire in historic factory in St Petersburg The enormous factory, founded as a cloth manufacturer in 1841, was engulfed in flames. Prince Harry praises Philip for 'dedication to Granny' Releasing a statement on his return to Britain from his home in the United States ahead of Philip`s funeral on Saturday, Harry said the Duke of Edinburgh had been a man of "service, honour and great humour". One person shot dead in front of Paris hospital, says police source The source said the injured person was now being treated inside the hospital, the Henry Dunant, which is also a Covid-19 vaccination centre. The motive for the shootings remains unknown. Prince Philip reportedly wasn't keen to turn 100: 'Can’t imagine anything worse' The Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip died two months short of his centenary birthday. Houthis claim to attack Saudi Aramco facilities; no confirmation from Riyadh Houthi military spokesman Yahya Sarea said on Twitter the group's barrage included 10 Samad-3 drones fired at refineries in the Red Sea city of Jeddah and Jubail in the Eastern Province. Czech foreign minister to lose job after challenging party leader Party chief Jan Hamacek will submit a proposal to the prime minister later on Monday to dismiss Petricek, Hamacek said.

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