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US 'concerned' over Pak court's order to release accused in Daniel Pearl case Turkey wants to establish better ties with Israel, but Palestine policy is 'unacce

US 'concerned' over Pak court's order to release accused in Daniel Pearl case Turkey wants to establish better ties with Israel, but Palestine policy is 'unacceptable': Erdogan Post-Brexit trade deal set to pass UK parliament on December 30 'Not true': South Africa denies new variant is deadlier than UK's strain Nepal: Protestors flock to streets against sudden dissolution of parliament Two Chinese aircraft enter Taiwan’s air space on Christmas Day Ireland approves use of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, rollout to begin on Dec 30 Japan tightens procurement rules after outcry over COVID relief spending Pics- Tainted Christmas: Ohio locals stand against police brutality

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Pak court orders release of terrorist Omar Sheikh linked in Daniel Pearl case London emerges as new hotspot in UK, 1-in-85 people infected Israel imposes anothe

Pak court orders release of terrorist Omar Sheikh linked in Daniel Pearl case London emerges as new hotspot in UK, 1-in-85 people infected Israel imposes another lockdown after detecting new COVID-19 strain Macron shows no COVID-19 symptoms, self-isolation can end: Health official Kuwait criticised for appointing men to its parliamentary women's committee Singapore Airlines announces launch of 'Covid-19 passports' for a safer travel Dozens sue Amazon's Ring smart cameras over 'horrific' invasions of privacy Now, China suspends UK flights over new virus strain Millions of US vaccine doses sit on ice, putting 2020 goal in doubt Ex-Japan PM Shinzo Abe may be summoned to parliament in funding case

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

US Congress passes new Tibet law on the next Dalai Lama; infuriates China 'Plenty of food': UK trucks stranded along French border amid freight ban New strain of coronavirus not seen in India so far: Government Can make vaccine to beat coronavirus mutation in six weeks: BioNTech South Korea scrambles jets as Chinese, Russian aircraft enter airspace 'Cherry blossom' scandal: Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe questioned Two cardinals close to Pope Francis test positive for coronavirus Newly discovered comet captured flying past the sun during solar eclipse Josh, gets Google, Microsoft backing in $100 million fund raise

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China revokes visa exemptions for US diplomats visiting Hong Kong, Macau Azerbaijan's struggle will continue on many other fronts: Erdogan Euro agency hacking: 

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

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

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/leaked-list-gives-insight-into-detention-system-in-chinas-xinjiang-report-says-348509" hreflang="en">Leaked list gives insight into detention system in China's Xinjiang, report says</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/countries-like-china-and-saudi-arabia-used-covid-19-to-curtail-civil-liberties-finds-study-348604" hreflang="en">Countries like China and Saudi Arabia used COVID-19 to curtail civil liberties, finds study</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uae-says-sinopharm-vaccine-has-86-efficacy-against-covid-19-348511" hreflang="en">UAE says Sinopharm vaccine has 86% efficacy against COVID-19</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-signs-executive-order-prioritising-covid-19-vaccine-for-americans-348440" hreflang="en">Trump signs executive order prioritising COVID-19 vaccine for Americans</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/as-western-countries-hoard-vaccines-9-out-of-10-in-low-income-countries-to-miss-out-348585" hreflang="en">As western countries hoard vaccines, 9 out of 10 in low-income countries to miss out</a>

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UK issues 'allergy warning' over Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine after two reported cases Enemy of the Republic is political ideology called radical Islamism: French PM

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

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

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

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

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

The United States Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Friday said that Taiwan not part of China. The Chinese ministry, however, struck back claiming it will take serious actions if any comments undermining China's core interests are passed again. Towards Asia, Pakistan troops opened fire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Gurez sector on Friday, including in Uri in Jammu and Kashmir (J&amp;K). While the forces are fighting against terrorism, the Indian medical experts welcomed the Russian COVID-19 vaccine Sputnik V in the country on Friday. The vaccine will enter its second and third phase of human trials soon.&nbsp;

Here are some of the top stories from the world on Friday:

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-arabia-warns-iron-first-response-to-extremists-threatening-its-security-342931">Saudi warns 'iron first' response to extremists threatening its security</a>

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Prince Mohammed, the kingdom's de facto ruler, warned those seeking to carry out jihadist acts of a "painful and severe punishment".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-not-part-of-china-says-mike-pompeo-beijing-fumes-342920">Taiwan not part of China, says Mike Pompeo; Beijing fumes</a>

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Pompeo's bold statement, which drew China's ire, goes hand-in-hand with Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen, who views Taiwan as a sovereign nation, not part of 'one China' policy.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pakistan-opens-fire-in-multiple-positions-along-loc-indian-army-hits-back-342971">Pakistan opens fire in multiple positions along LoC; Indian Army hits back</a>

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Pakistan troops opened fire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Gurez sector on Friday, including in Uri in Jammu and Kashmir(J&amp;K).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/watch-russias-covid-19-vaccine-sputnik-v-arrives-in-india-342873">Watch: Russia's COVID-19 vaccine Sputnik V arrives in India</a>

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The vaccine arrived in India on Friday after Dr Reddy’s Laboratories got approval from the Drug Control General of India (DCGI) to conduct phase 2 and 3 trials in the country.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-times-of-coronavirus-this-place-is-witnessing-overtourism-342963">In times of coronavirus, this place is witnessing overtourism</a>

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As per news reports New Zealanders are flocking to Chatham Islands. The usual tourism season begins from November and ends in March, that is, during the Summer months in Southern hemisphere. But this time, bookings are full till June 2021.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russias-sanctions-plan-related-to-navalny-unjustified-says-germany-342982">Russia's sanctions plan related to Navalny 'unjustified', says Germany</a>

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Chancellor Angela Merkel's spokesman Steffen Seibert said "Russia has all the means at its disposal to get to the bottom of this crime and instead it levels sanctions against officials of other states."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/gli-the-cat-who-made-istanbuls-hagia-sophia-her-own-dies-of-old-age-342941">Gli the cat, who made Istanbul's Hagia Sophia her own, dies of old age</a>

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Gli, which means 'union of love' of adoration in Turkish, was a mainstream presence at Hagia Sophia, with sightseers frequently scouring the structure to take photos of the green-looked at the cat.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/swiss-photographer-found-not-guilty-of-aiding-hong-kong-attack-342928">Swiss photographer found not guilty of aiding Hong Kong attack</a>

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Marc Progin&nbsp;was accused of aiding and abetting public disorder in an incident in Hong Kong in which an employee of JP Morgan was punched. Progin has now been cleared of the charges and has been proven not guilty in the court.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/us-troops-are-still-leaving-but-afghans-hope-biden-will-help-342948">US records highest single-day spike with over 150,000 new COVID-19 cases</a>

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United States reported more than 150,000 new coronavirus cases in a single day, driven by record infection counts in more than a dozen states.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/englands-infamous-serial-murderer-yorkshire-ripper-dies-by-covid-19-342903">England's infamous serial murderer 'Yorkshire Ripper' dies by COVID-19</a>

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Peter Sutcliffe, the murderer, was found guilty of killing nearly 13 women and attempting to kill seven more women in the UK in the late 1970s, and was arrested in 1981 where he pleaded guilty to all charges against him.

The United States Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Friday said that Taiwan not part of China. The Chinese ministry, however, struck back claiming it will take serious actions if any comments undermining China's core interests are passed again.

The United States Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Friday said that Taiwan not part of China. The Chinese ministry, however, struck back claiming it will take serious actions if any comments undermining China's core interests are passed again. Towards Asia, Pakistan troops opened fire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Gurez sector on Friday, including in Uri in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). While the forces are fighting against terrorism, the Indian medical experts welcomed the Russian COVID-19 vaccine Sputnik V in the country on Friday. The vaccine will enter its second and third phase of human trials soon. Here are some of the top stories from the world on Friday: Saudi warns 'iron first' response to extremists threatening its security Prince Mohammed, the kingdom's de facto ruler, warned those seeking to carry out jihadist acts of a "painful and severe punishment". Taiwan not part of China, says Mike Pompeo; Beijing fumes Pompeo's bold statement, which drew China's ire, goes hand-in-hand with Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen, who views Taiwan as a sovereign nation, not part of 'one China' policy. Pakistan opens fire in multiple positions along LoC; Indian Army hits back Pakistan troops opened fire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Gurez sector on Friday, including in Uri in Jammu and Kashmir(J&K). Watch: Russia's COVID-19 vaccine Sputnik V arrives in India The vaccine arrived in India on Friday after Dr Reddy’s Laboratories got approval from the Drug Control General of India (DCGI) to conduct phase 2 and 3 trials in the country. In times of coronavirus, this place is witnessing overtourism As per news reports New Zealanders are flocking to Chatham Islands. The usual tourism season begins from November and ends in March, that is, during the Summer months in Southern hemisphere. But this time, bookings are full till June 2021. Russia's sanctions plan related to Navalny 'unjustified', says Germany Chancellor Angela Merkel's spokesman Steffen Seibert said "Russia has all the means at its disposal to get to the bottom of this crime and instead it levels sanctions against officials of other states." Gli the cat, who made Istanbul's Hagia Sophia her own, dies of old age Gli, which means 'union of love' of adoration in Turkish, was a mainstream presence at Hagia Sophia, with sightseers frequently scouring the structure to take photos of the green-looked at the cat. Swiss photographer found not guilty of aiding Hong Kong attack Marc Progin was accused of aiding and abetting public disorder in an incident in Hong Kong in which an employee of JP Morgan was punched. Progin has now been cleared of the charges and has been proven not guilty in the court. US records highest single-day spike with over 150,000 new COVID-19 cases United States reported more than 150,000 new coronavirus cases in a single day, driven by record infection counts in more than a dozen states. England's infamous serial murderer 'Yorkshire Ripper' dies by COVID-19 Peter Sutcliffe, the murderer, was found guilty of killing nearly 13 women and attempting to kill seven more women in the UK in the late 1970s, and was arrested in 1981 where he pleaded guilty to all charges against him.

Top 10 world news today: Pakistan open fires along LoC, Pompeo says Taiwan not part of China, and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/volunteers-face-severe-hangover-headache-and-pain-after-getting-pfizer-vaccine-shot-342518">Volunteers face 'severe hangover', headache and pain after getting Pfizer vaccine shot</a>

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After Pfizer's claim that the COVID-19 vaccine is more than 90% effective based on initial trial results, a few volunteers said that they suffered side effects comparable to a flu jab, with one comparing them to "a severe hangover".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/armenia-arrests-opposition-leaders-as-protests-erupt-over-nagorno-karabakh-deal-with-azerbaijan-342662">Armenia arrests opposition leaders as protests erupt over Nagorno-Karabakh deal with Azerbaijan</a>

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Fighting between Azerbaijan and Armenia erupted on September 27 as the Minsk group comprising of Russia, United States and France intervened to stop the fighting.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/leh-row-deliberate-attempt-to-undermine-will-of-parliament-says-indias-it-ministry-to-twitter-342689">Leh row: Deliberate attempt to undermine will of Parliament, says India's IT ministry to Twitter</a>

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The Indian government has directed Twitter to explain within five days why legal action shouldn't be taken against it for disrespecting India's territorial integrity by showing Leh as part of Jammu and Kashmir instead of Union Territory of Ladakh.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-prime-minister-boris-johnson-meets-bill-gates-to-discuss-covid-19-vaccine-342652">UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson meets Bill Gates to discuss COVID-19 vaccine</a>

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Bill Gates appreciated Johnson's measures and efforts, and said he is happy that someone is thinking about chalking out a 'global approach' to 'health security'.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-charges-12-men-for-planning-terrorist-attacks-on-politicians-asylum-seekers-342658">Germany charges 12 men for planning terrorist attacks on politicians, asylum-seekers</a>

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The group also revealed that they met regularly to plan the attacks, and the meetings were usually moderated by two main suspects.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-arabias-king-salman-bin-abdulaziz-urges-world-to-take-firm-stance-against-iran-342633">Saudi Arabia's King Salman bin Abdulaziz urges world to take 'firm stance' against Iran</a>

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Sunni Muslim Saudi Arabia and Shi'ite Iran are locked in a decades-long struggle for influence across the region, supporting opposing sides in conflicts from Syria to Yemen.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/joe-biden-dials-asian-pacific-allies-reassures-american-commitments-342619">Joe Biden dials Asian Pacific allies, reassures American commitments</a>

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In his conversation with Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga, the latter told Biden about the 'increasingly severe' security situation in the region.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/hidden-cameras-were-installed-in-my-jail-cell-and-washroom-says-maryam-nawaz-342639" hreflang="en">Hidden cameras were installed in my jail cell and washroom, says Maryam Nawaz</a>

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Maryam Nawaz said in an interview that she has been to jail twice and if she revealed the details about the treatment meted out to her and other female inmates during detention, then Imran Khan's government will find no place to hide its face.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thailand-monks-asked-not-to-participate-in-protests-342657" hreflang="en">Thailand: Monks asked not to participate in protests</a>

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The monks in Thailand have been asked not to join anti-government protests that have erupted in the country for several months against Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha and King Maha Vajiralongkorn.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/plasma-jets-may-kill-coronavirus-in-seconds-study-342611" hreflang="en">Plasma jets may kill coronavirus in seconds: Study</a>

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Plasma, which is one of the four basic states of matter, can be produced by heating a stable gas or subjecting it to a strong electromagnetic field.

Volunteers face 'severe hangover', headache and pain after getting Pfizer vaccine shot After Pfizer's claim that the COVID-19 vaccine is more than 90% effective based on initial trial results, a few volunteers said that they suffered side effects comparable to a flu jab, with one comparing them to "a severe hangover".

Volunteers face 'severe hangover', headache and pain after getting Pfizer vaccine shot After Pfizer's claim that the COVID-19 vaccine is more than 90% effective based on initial trial results, a few volunteers said that they suffered side effects comparable to a flu jab, with one comparing them to "a severe hangover". Armenia arrests opposition leaders as protests erupt over Nagorno-Karabakh deal with Azerbaijan Fighting between Azerbaijan and Armenia erupted on September 27 as the Minsk group comprising of Russia, United States and France intervened to stop the fighting. Leh row: Deliberate attempt to undermine will of Parliament, says India's IT ministry to Twitter The Indian government has directed Twitter to explain within five days why legal action shouldn't be taken against it for disrespecting India's territorial integrity by showing Leh as part of Jammu and Kashmir instead of Union Territory of Ladakh. UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson meets Bill Gates to discuss COVID-19 vaccine Bill Gates appreciated Johnson's measures and efforts, and said he is happy that someone is thinking about chalking out a 'global approach' to 'health security'. Germany charges 12 men for planning terrorist attacks on politicians, asylum-seekers The group also revealed that they met regularly to plan the attacks, and the meetings were usually moderated by two main suspects. Saudi Arabia's King Salman bin Abdulaziz urges world to take 'firm stance' against Iran Sunni Muslim Saudi Arabia and Shi'ite Iran are locked in a decades-long struggle for influence across the region, supporting opposing sides in conflicts from Syria to Yemen. Joe Biden dials Asian Pacific allies, reassures American commitments In his conversation with Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga, the latter told Biden about the 'increasingly severe' security situation in the region. Hidden cameras were installed in my jail cell and washroom, says Maryam Nawaz Maryam Nawaz said in an interview that she has been to jail twice and if she revealed the details about the treatment meted out to her and other female inmates during detention, then Imran Khan's government will find no place to hide its face. Thailand: Monks asked not to participate in protests The monks in Thailand have been asked not to join anti-government protests that have erupted in the country for several months against Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha and King Maha Vajiralongkorn. Plasma jets may kill coronavirus in seconds: Study Plasma, which is one of the four basic states of matter, can be produced by heating a stable gas or subjecting it to a strong electromagnetic field.

Top 10 world news today: Side-effects of COVID vaccine shot, Joe Biden calls Asian allies and more

<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-ousts-four-pro-democracy-lawmakers-for-endangering-security-342326" hreflang="en">Hong Kong ousts four pro-democracy lawmakers for 'endangering security'</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bahrains-prime-minister-sheikh-khalifa-bin-salman-al-khalifa-worlds-longest-serving-dies-at-84-342365" hreflang="en">Bahrain's Prime Minister Sheikh Khalifa bin Salman al Khalifa, world's longest-serving, dies at 84</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-kills-15000-mink-in-us-as-denmark-prepares-for-nationwide-cull-342362" hreflang="en">Coronavirus kills 15,000 mink in US, as Denmark prepares for nationwide cull</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fake-coronavirus-negative-certificates-being-sold-on-the-black-market-to-tourists-342341" hreflang="en">Fake coronavirus negative certificates being sold on the black market to tourists</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/singles-day-alibaba-records-billions-in-sales-as-china-shakes-off-covid-19-342325" hreflang="en">Singles' Day: Alibaba records billions in sales as China shakes off COVID-19</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/brazilian-president-bolsonaro-sparks-outrage-over-his-homophobic-statement-342293" hreflang="en">Brazilian President Bolsonaro sparks outrage over his homophobic statement</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/another-big-leap-spacex-set-to-launch-first-fully-crewed-iss-mission-342288" hreflang="en">'Another big leap': SpaceX set to launch first fully-crewed ISS mission</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/blast-in-jeddah-cemetery-in-saudi-arabia-with-several-european-diplomats-present-342401" hreflang="en">Blast in Jeddah cemetery in Saudi Arabia with several European diplomats present</a></h2>

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<h2><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/protests-in-armenia-over-peace-deal-with-azerbaijan-as-russian-peacekeepers-arrive-342395" hreflang="en">Protests in Armenia over peace deal with Azerbaijan as Russian peacekeepers arrive</a></h2>

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Hong Kong ousts four pro-democracy lawmakers for 'endangering security' Bahrain's Prime Minister Sheikh Khalifa bin Salman al Khalifa, world's longest-serving, 

Hong Kong ousts four pro-democracy lawmakers for 'endangering security' Bahrain's Prime Minister Sheikh Khalifa bin Salman al Khalifa, world's longest-serving, dies at 84 Coronavirus kills 15,000 mink in US, as Denmark prepares for nationwide cull Fake coronavirus negative certificates being sold on the black market to tourists Singles' Day: Alibaba records billions in sales as China shakes off COVID-19 Brazilian President Bolsonaro sparks outrage over his homophobic statement 'Another big leap': SpaceX set to launch first fully-crewed ISS mission Blast in Jeddah cemetery in Saudi Arabia with several European diplomats present Protests in Armenia over peace deal with Azerbaijan as Russian peacekeepers arrive

Top 10 world news today: Hong Kong's pro-democracy lawmakers ousted, blast in Jeddah, and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canada-gets-consular-access-to-citizens-detained-in-china-334474">Canada gets consular access to citizens detained in China</a>

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The two Canadian citizens have been in detained in China since December 2018 on the charge of espionage.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/truce-too-fragile-pope-francis-calls-for-dialogue-as-karabakh-ceasefire-under-severe-strain-334515">'Truce too fragile': Pope Francis calls for dialogue as Karabakh ceasefire under severe strain</a>

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Azerbaijan's foreign ministry had said that there was overnight shelling in Ganja on Saturday leading to the death of at least seven people with several wounded.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/matter-of-pride-tokyo-unveils-lgbtq-landmark-before-olympics-334508">Matter of pride: Tokyo unveils LGBTQ landmark before Olympics</a>

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The International Olympic Committee supported the move by adding that in sports, everyone is equal and thus the IOC is happy with the installation.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/anti-netanyahu-protests-erupt-in-israel-amid-coronavirus-restrictions-334498">Anti-Netanyahu protests erupt in Israel amid coronavirus restrictions</a>

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Large scale protests were witnessed in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem with scattered demonstrations elsewhere in the country.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mexico-accuses-us-of-performing-surgeries-on-women-without-consent-334497">Mexico accuses US of performing surgeries on women without consent</a>

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In the accusation, it has been stated that at least two women were forced to undergo a surgery without her consent.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/disappointing-us-slams-north-korea-for-display-of-missile-334519">'Disappointing': US slams North Korea for display of missile</a>

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"It is disappointing to see the DPRK (North Korea) continuing to prioritize its prohibited nuclear and ballistic missile program," a US official said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-to-oppose-us-f-35-fighter-jet-sale-to-qatar-334480">Israel to oppose US F-35 fighter jet sale to Qatar</a>

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US Defense Secretary Mark Esper had earlier said the US would ensure Israel military superiority in the Middle East, amid reports of US sale of F-35 fighters to the United Arab Emirates.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mob-of-40-attacks-police-station-in-paris-suburb-334449">Mob of 40 attacks police station in Paris suburb</a>

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The mob was armed with metal bars and it was using fireworks as mortars. People wanted to enter the police station but were not able to do so.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/nasa-delays-manned-spacex-mission-to-space-station-till-november-334433">NASA delays manned SpaceX mission to space station till November</a>

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Originally scheduled for October 31st, the planned six-month mission was delayed as Elon Musk-run SpaceX evaluates off-nominal behaviour of Falcon 9 first stage engine gas generators observed during a recent non-NASA mission launch attempt.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-receives-an-unusual-endorsement-from-taliban-for-reelection-bid-334424">Trump receives an unusual endorsement from Taliban for reelection bid</a>

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The Taliban also expressed concern over the US president's recent coronavirus infection.

Canada gets consular access to citizens detained in China The two Canadian citizens have been in detained in China since December 2018 on the charge of espionage.

Canada gets consular access to citizens detained in China The two Canadian citizens have been in detained in China since December 2018 on the charge of espionage. 'Truce too fragile': Pope Francis calls for dialogue as Karabakh ceasefire under severe strain Azerbaijan's foreign ministry had said that there was overnight shelling in Ganja on Saturday leading to the death of at least seven people with several wounded. Matter of pride: Tokyo unveils LGBTQ landmark before Olympics The International Olympic Committee supported the move by adding that in sports, everyone is equal and thus the IOC is happy with the installation. Anti-Netanyahu protests erupt in Israel amid coronavirus restrictions Large scale protests were witnessed in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem with scattered demonstrations elsewhere in the country. Mexico accuses US of performing surgeries on women without consent In the accusation, it has been stated that at least two women were forced to undergo a surgery without her consent. 'Disappointing': US slams North Korea for display of missile "It is disappointing to see the DPRK (North Korea) continuing to prioritize its prohibited nuclear and ballistic missile program," a US official said. Israel to oppose US F-35 fighter jet sale to Qatar US Defense Secretary Mark Esper had earlier said the US would ensure Israel military superiority in the Middle East, amid reports of US sale of F-35 fighters to the United Arab Emirates. Mob of 40 attacks police station in Paris suburb The mob was armed with metal bars and it was using fireworks as mortars. People wanted to enter the police station but were not able to do so. NASA delays manned SpaceX mission to space station till November Originally scheduled for October 31st, the planned six-month mission was delayed as Elon Musk-run SpaceX evaluates off-nominal behaviour of Falcon 9 first stage engine gas generators observed during a recent non-NASA mission launch attempt. Trump receives an unusual endorsement from Taliban for reelection bid The Taliban also expressed concern over the US president's recent coronavirus infection.

Top 10 world news today: Paris police attacked, Taliban supports Trump and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-ceasefire-armenia-says-azerbaijan-launching-attacks-towards-karakhanbeyli-334256">After ceasefire, Armenia says Azerbaijan launching new attacks</a>

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Both warring countries had announced a ceasefire agreement in Moscow after nearly two weeks of fighting which erupted on September 27 over the disputed territory of Nagorno-Karabakh.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-releases-new-passport-design-to-assert-independent-identity-334229">Taiwan releases new passport design to assert independent identity</a>

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The new passport design enlarges the word “Taiwan” in English and removes the large English words “Republic of China”, though that name in Chinese and in small English font around the national emblem remain.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/national-day-row-chinese-y-8-asw-aircraft-enters-taiwan-air-space-334300">National Day row: Chinese Y-8 ASW aircraft enters Taiwan air space</a>

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Taiwan's&nbsp;defence ministry said that one Chinese PLA Y-8 ASW aircraft entered the southwest air defence identification zone (ADIZ).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-19-berlin-frankfurt-impose-curfew-as-uk-braces-for-tier-three-lockdown-334315">COVID-19: Berlin, Frankfurt impose curfew as UK braces for tier-three lockdown</a>

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In Berlin, authorities have restricted meetings between 11pm and 6am with only up to 50 people allowed to meet during the day in one place.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-several-eu-nations-uk-withdraws-envoy-from-belarus-334278">After several EU nations, UK withdraws envoy from Belarus</a>

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Lukashenko's government had accused ambassadors of Lithuania and Poland of backing the protests which had erupted over a disputed election results on August 9.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-imposes-fines-for-not-wearing-face-masks-as-covid-19-cases-surge-334295">Iran imposes fines for not wearing face masks as COVID-19 cases surge</a>

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Amid a surge in cases, deputy health minister Iraj Harirchi said that non-emergency patients would not be allowed hospitalization for some time due to severe shortages of hospital beds.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-commissioner-mariya-gabriel-tests-positive-for-covid-19-334308">EU commissioner Mariya Gabriel tests positive for COVID-19</a>

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Gabriel has become the first top official of Brussels to test positive for COVID-19.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/malaysia-captures-60-chinese-nationals-and-6-vessels-for-trespassing-334288">Malaysia captures 60 Chinese nationals and 6 vessels for trespassing</a>

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Along with these Chinese nationals, six Chinese registered fishing vessels were also seized by the maritime authorities.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/allan-lichtman-the-man-who-has-correctly-predicted-us-election-since-1984-334317">Allan Lichtman: The man who has correctly predicted US election since 1984</a>

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A history professor, Allan Lichtman, is one of those rare experts who has correctly predicted all the US elections since 1984.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/over-1800-students-staff-at-north-england-universities-test-positive-for-coronavirus-334203">Over 1,800 students, staff at North England universities test positive for coronavirus</a>

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Newcastle University said 1,003 students and 12 members of staff were confirmed to have been infected with coronavirus in the past week, compared with 94 last Friday.

After ceasefire, Armenia says Azerbaijan launching new attacks Both warring countries had announced a ceasefire agreement in Moscow after nearly two weeks of fighting which erupted on September 27 over the disputed territory of Nagorno-Karabakh.

After ceasefire, Armenia says Azerbaijan launching new attacks Both warring countries had announced a ceasefire agreement in Moscow after nearly two weeks of fighting which erupted on September 27 over the disputed territory of Nagorno-Karabakh. Taiwan releases new passport design to assert independent identity The new passport design enlarges the word “Taiwan” in English and removes the large English words “Republic of China”, though that name in Chinese and in small English font around the national emblem remain. National Day row: Chinese Y-8 ASW aircraft enters Taiwan air space Taiwan's defence ministry said that one Chinese PLA Y-8 ASW aircraft entered the southwest air defence identification zone (ADIZ). COVID-19: Berlin, Frankfurt impose curfew as UK braces for tier-three lockdown In Berlin, authorities have restricted meetings between 11pm and 6am with only up to 50 people allowed to meet during the day in one place. After several EU nations, UK withdraws envoy from Belarus Lukashenko's government had accused ambassadors of Lithuania and Poland of backing the protests which had erupted over a disputed election results on August 9. Iran imposes fines for not wearing face masks as COVID-19 cases surge Amid a surge in cases, deputy health minister Iraj Harirchi said that non-emergency patients would not be allowed hospitalization for some time due to severe shortages of hospital beds. EU commissioner Mariya Gabriel tests positive for COVID-19 Gabriel has become the first top official of Brussels to test positive for COVID-19. Malaysia captures 60 Chinese nationals and 6 vessels for trespassing Along with these Chinese nationals, six Chinese registered fishing vessels were also seized by the maritime authorities. Allan Lichtman: The man who has correctly predicted US election since 1984 A history professor, Allan Lichtman, is one of those rare experts who has correctly predicted all the US elections since 1984. Over 1,800 students, staff at North England universities test positive for coronavirus Newcastle University said 1,003 students and 12 members of staff were confirmed to have been infected with coronavirus in the past week, compared with 94 last Friday.

Top 10 world news today: US election predictions, Taiwan's new passport and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/china-helping-pak-to-set-up-surface-to-air-missile-sites-in-pok-report-333949">China helping Pak to set up surface-to-air missile sites in PoK: Report</a>

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There are about 25 to 40 civilians including 120 Pakistan Army officials working on the construction site.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spain-invokes-state-of-emergency-over-madrid-lockdown-as-europe-grapples-with-virus-334020">Spain invokes state of emergency over Madrid lockdown as Europe grapples with virus</a>

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The Spanish government on Friday invoked a state of emergency in order impose partial lockdown in Madrid amid rising coronavirus cases.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/now-pakistan-decides-to-block-chinese-app-tiktok-333984">Now, Pakistan decides to block Chinese app TikTok</a>

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Pakistan decided to raise the issue of banning the popular app as the PTA believes the content available on the app is immoral, indecent and spreads wrong values among the Pakistani youth.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-is-trying-to-wear-out-taiwans-air-force-by-incursions-says-defence-minister-334046">China is trying to wear out Taiwan's Air Force by incursions, says defence minister</a>

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China, which claims democratic Taiwan as its own territory, has stepped up its military activity near the island, responding to what China calls 'collusion' between Taiwan and the United States.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-ready-to-go-on-campaign-rally-as-soon-as-he-gets-okay-from-his-doctor-white-house-334039">Trump ready to go on campaign rally as soon as he gets 'okay' from his doctor: White House</a>

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President Donald Trump had earlier said that he would "probably" hold a campaign rally in Florida and Pennsylvania over the weekend.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/british-prime-minister-boris-johnson-says-progress-in-brexit-talks-with-eu-334002">British Prime Minister Boris Johnson says progress in Brexit talks with EU</a>

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The two sides say they are inching towards a deal that would govern around $900 billion in trade after December 31, when the current transitional arrangements end, though sticking points remain on fishing, level playing field issues and governance.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-president-defends-new-jobs-law-says-protests-fueled-by-disinformation-334018">Indonesia president defends new jobs law, says protests fueled by disinformation</a>

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The government of President Joko Widodo has championed the legislation as key to boosting Indonesia’s ailing economy by cutting red tape and attracting more foreign direct investment.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/more-people-willing-to-participate-in-regenerons-trial-after-trump-calls-it-a-cure-334011">More people willing to participate in Regeneron's trial after Trump calls it a 'cure'</a>

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Few days ago, Trump claimed that the Regeneron Pharmaceuticals drug is “a blessing from God” and labelled it to be a “cure” for the virus.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-korea-93-people-hospitalised-after-33-storey-building-catches-fire-333988">South Korea: 93 people hospitalised after 33-storey building catches fire</a>

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Various reports claimed that the fire began on the 12th floor and then spread to the entire building with 136 houses.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/human-microevolution-forming-more-arteries-less-wisdom-teeth-in-babies-334054">Human 'microevolution' forming more arteries, less wisdom teeth in babies</a>

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In what is being termed as 'microevolution', scientists have found that babies are now being born with a slightly smaller jaw and extra bones in their legs and feet.

China helping Pak to set up surface-to-air missile sites in PoK: Report There are about 25 to 40 civilians including 120 Pakistan Army officials working on the construction site.

China helping Pak to set up surface-to-air missile sites in PoK: Report There are about 25 to 40 civilians including 120 Pakistan Army officials working on the construction site. Spain invokes state of emergency over Madrid lockdown as Europe grapples with virus The Spanish government on Friday invoked a state of emergency in order impose partial lockdown in Madrid amid rising coronavirus cases. Now, Pakistan decides to block Chinese app TikTok Pakistan decided to raise the issue of banning the popular app as the PTA believes the content available on the app is immoral, indecent and spreads wrong values among the Pakistani youth. China is trying to wear out Taiwan's Air Force by incursions, says defence minister China, which claims democratic Taiwan as its own territory, has stepped up its military activity near the island, responding to what China calls 'collusion' between Taiwan and the United States. Trump ready to go on campaign rally as soon as he gets 'okay' from his doctor: White House President Donald Trump had earlier said that he would "probably" hold a campaign rally in Florida and Pennsylvania over the weekend. British Prime Minister Boris Johnson says progress in Brexit talks with EU The two sides say they are inching towards a deal that would govern around $900 billion in trade after December 31, when the current transitional arrangements end, though sticking points remain on fishing, level playing field issues and governance. Indonesia president defends new jobs law, says protests fueled by disinformation The government of President Joko Widodo has championed the legislation as key to boosting Indonesia’s ailing economy by cutting red tape and attracting more foreign direct investment. More people willing to participate in Regeneron's trial after Trump calls it a 'cure' Few days ago, Trump claimed that the Regeneron Pharmaceuticals drug is “a blessing from God” and labelled it to be a “cure” for the virus. South Korea: 93 people hospitalised after 33-storey building catches fire Various reports claimed that the fire began on the 12th floor and then spread to the entire building with 136 houses. Human 'microevolution' forming more arteries, less wisdom teeth in babies In what is being termed as 'microevolution', scientists have found that babies are now being born with a slightly smaller jaw and extra bones in their legs and feet.

Top 10 world news today: Taiwan slams China, UK positive about Brexit talks and more

From Kristen Stewart's coming out story to Taylor Swift opening up about Presidential elections, here are top news of the day. 
 
Top 5 Hollywood news of the day:

Memorable Ursula Andress 'Dr.No' bikini could fetch $500,000 at auction 
The ivory-coloured bikini worn by Ursula Andress in “Dr. No” - the first Bond movie - is up for auction in Los Angeles with an estimated price of up to $500,000. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/us-elections-2020-taylor-swift-reveals-she-will-vote-for-joe-biden-333384">Read more</a> 
 
US Elections 2020: Taylor Swift reveals she will vote for Joe Biden 
With less than a month left for the US general elections to take place, celebrities have already started taking sides. Latest to reveal her party leaning is Taylor Swift. She is definitely with Joe Biden.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/us-elections-2020-taylor-swift-reveals-she-will-vote-for-joe-biden-333384"> Read more</a>

Kristen Stewart talks of the pressure of coming out as lesbian and relationship with Robert Pattinson 
Kristen Stewart is now opening up on her affair with Robert Pattinson and coming out as ‘gay’. The Hollywood actress who found fame with ‘Twilight’ found herself as a talking point in the media because of her relationships.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/kristen-stewart-talks-of-pressure-of-coming-out-as-lesbian-and-relationship-with-robert-pattinson-333401"> Read more</a>

Oscars update eligibility rules to allow drive-in screenings 
In another update to the eligibility criteria for this year's Oscars, the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences has allowed movies shown at drive-in theatres to qualify for best picture and general entry categories.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/oscars-update-eligibility-rules-to-allow-drive-in-screenings-333375"> Read more</a> 
 
'Shut him up': Celebrities show support as Vice President Mike Pence takes on Kamala Harris 
Its been a week since Presidential candidate Joe Biden and US President Donald Trump's big debate. On Wednesday night, Sen. Kamala Harris took on Vice President Mike Pence. Its been a week since Presidential candidate Joe Biden and US President Donald Trump's big debate. On Wednesday night, Sen. Kamala Harris took on Vice President Mike Pence. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/shut-him-up-celebrities-show-support-as-vice-president-mike-pence-takes-on-kamala-harris-333435">Read more</a>

From Kristen Stewart's coming out story to Taylor Swift opening up about Presidential elections, here are top news of the day. Top 5 Hollywood news of the day: Memorable Ursula Andress 'Dr.

From Kristen Stewart's coming out story to Taylor Swift opening up about Presidential elections, here are top news of the day. Top 5 Hollywood news of the day: Memorable Ursula Andress 'Dr.No' bikini could fetch $500,000 at auction The ivory-coloured bikini worn by Ursula Andress in “Dr. No” - the first Bond movie - is up for auction in Los Angeles with an estimated price of up to $500,000. Read more US Elections 2020: Taylor Swift reveals she will vote for Joe Biden With less than a month left for the US general elections to take place, celebrities have already started taking sides. Latest to reveal her party leaning is Taylor Swift. She is definitely with Joe Biden. Read more Kristen Stewart talks of the pressure of coming out as lesbian and relationship with Robert Pattinson Kristen Stewart is now opening up on her affair with Robert Pattinson and coming out as ‘gay’. The Hollywood actress who found fame with ‘Twilight’ found herself as a talking point in the media because of her relationships. Read more Oscars update eligibility rules to allow drive-in screenings In another update to the eligibility criteria for this year's Oscars, the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences has allowed movies shown at drive-in theatres to qualify for best picture and general entry categories. Read more 'Shut him up': Celebrities show support as Vice President Mike Pence takes on Kamala Harris Its been a week since Presidential candidate Joe Biden and US President Donald Trump's big debate. On Wednesday night, Sen. Kamala Harris took on Vice President Mike Pence. Its been a week since Presidential candidate Joe Biden and US President Donald Trump's big debate. On Wednesday night, Sen. Kamala Harris took on Vice President Mike Pence. Read more

Top 5 Hollywood news today: Ursula Andress' 'Dr.No' bikini up for auction, Taylor Swift to vote for Joe Biden

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/next-us-presidential-debate-to-be-virtual-trump-says-wont-participate-333504">Next US Presidential debate to be 'virtual'; Trump says won't 'participate'</a>

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The next US presidential debate between President Trump and Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden will be "virtual", organizers said on Thursday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/british-parliaments-defence-committee-says-huawei-colludes-with-chinese-communist-party-333440">British parliament's defence committee says Huawei colludes with Chinese Communist Party</a>

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The parliament committee has urged Prime Minister Boris Johnson to prepone the deadline set to remove all Huawei equipment from the United Kingdom.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/armenia-says-historic-cathedral-in-nagorno-karabakh-hit-as-fighting-continues-with-azerbaijan-forces-333477">Armenia says historic cathedral in Nagorno-Karabakh hit as fighting continues with Azerbaijan forces</a>

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Foreign ministers of Azerbaijan and Armenia are set to meet officials from Russia, US and France in a bid to halt the conflict which has put a severe strain on both countries.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/american-louise-gluck-wins-nobel-prize-in-literature-333470">American Louise Glück wins Nobel Prize in Literature</a>

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'Literature Laureate Louise Glück made her debut in 1968 with "Firstborn" and was soon acclaimed as one of the most prominent poets in American contemporary literature,' the Noble Committee said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/internet-goes-berserk-after-errant-housefly-on-pences-head-photobombs-vp-debate-333508">Internet goes berserk after errant housefly on Pence's head photobombs VP debate</a>

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Taking the top billing at the vice presidential debate, social media immediately pronounced the fly the winner of the event.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-warns-china-against-any-attempt-to-take-taiwan-by-force-333453">US warns China against any attempt to take Taiwan by force</a>

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The United States national security adviser on on Wednesday cautioned China against any attempt to take Taiwan by force.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/facebook-to-ban-political-ads-after-us-election-poll-ends-to-curb-fake-news-333507">Facebook to ban political ads after US election poll ends to curb fake news</a>

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Facebook's decision to suspend all such posts is being read as an effort to curb President Trump's warning of not coooperating during the transition of power if he loses the elections.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/another-uyghur-becomes-victim-of-chinas-repressive-regime-333455">Another Uyghur becomes victim of China's repressive regime</a>

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According to Campaign for Uyghurs, the Beijing authorities level the charge of separatism against Uyghurs in the same way that corruption charges are leveled at Han Chinese officials who express any dissent with Xi Jinping`s administration.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/prince-william-launches-most-prestigious-environment-prize-333465">Prince William launches 'most prestigious' environment prize</a>

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The prize is supported by a coalition of individuals, organisations and businesses with the winners to be announced each year at a ceremony in a different city around the globe.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/partial-lockdown-harmful-to-basic-rights-declares-madrid-court-333446">Partial lockdown 'harmful to basic rights', declares Madrid court</a>

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Spain's national health ministry had reported 23,480 new infections over the weekend with the total number of coronavirus cases rising to 813,412.

Next US Presidential debate to be 'virtual'; Trump says won't 'participate' The next US presidential debate between President Trump and Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden will be "virtual", organizers said on Thursday.

Next US Presidential debate to be 'virtual'; Trump says won't 'participate' The next US presidential debate between President Trump and Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden will be "virtual", organizers said on Thursday. British parliament's defence committee says Huawei colludes with Chinese Communist Party The parliament committee has urged Prime Minister Boris Johnson to prepone the deadline set to remove all Huawei equipment from the United Kingdom. Armenia says historic cathedral in Nagorno-Karabakh hit as fighting continues with Azerbaijan forces Foreign ministers of Azerbaijan and Armenia are set to meet officials from Russia, US and France in a bid to halt the conflict which has put a severe strain on both countries. American Louise Glück wins Nobel Prize in Literature 'Literature Laureate Louise Glück made her debut in 1968 with "Firstborn" and was soon acclaimed as one of the most prominent poets in American contemporary literature,' the Noble Committee said. Internet goes berserk after errant housefly on Pence's head photobombs VP debate Taking the top billing at the vice presidential debate, social media immediately pronounced the fly the winner of the event. US warns China against any attempt to take Taiwan by force The United States national security adviser on on Wednesday cautioned China against any attempt to take Taiwan by force. Facebook to ban political ads after US election poll ends to curb fake news Facebook's decision to suspend all such posts is being read as an effort to curb President Trump's warning of not coooperating during the transition of power if he loses the elections. Another Uyghur becomes victim of China's repressive regime According to Campaign for Uyghurs, the Beijing authorities level the charge of separatism against Uyghurs in the same way that corruption charges are leveled at Han Chinese officials who express any dissent with Xi Jinping`s administration. Prince William launches 'most prestigious' environment prize The prize is supported by a coalition of individuals, organisations and businesses with the winners to be announced each year at a ceremony in a different city around the globe. Partial lockdown 'harmful to basic rights', declares Madrid court Spain's national health ministry had reported 23,480 new infections over the weekend with the total number of coronavirus cases rising to 813,412.

Top 10 world news today: Huawei-China allegation, Nobel Prize in Literature and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ahead-of-elections-us-imposes-new-restrictions-on-h-1b-visas-333140">Ahead of elections, US imposes new restrictions on H-1B visas</a>

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President Trump had earlier signed an executive order to prevent federal money from being used to displace US citizens with foreign workers.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/targeted-sanctions-unavoidable-germany-warns-russia-over-navalny-poisoning-333220">'Targeted sanctions unavoidable': Germany warns Russia over Navalny poisoning</a>

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Navalny was admitted in a Siberian hospital and later evacuated to Germany in late August to Berlin's Charite hospital.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mao-zedongs-scroll-worth-300-million-found-cut-in-half-hong-kong-police-333210">Mao Zedong's scroll worth $300 million found cut in half: Hong Kong police</a>

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The local police reported that the calligraphy scroll was recovered along with two bronze coins.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/eddie-van-halen-dies-at-65-guitar-virtuoso-ruled-70s-80s-rock-333025">Eddie Van Halen dies at 65, guitar virtuoso ruled '70s, '80s rock</a>

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His death was announced by his 29-year-old son, Wolfgang, a bass player who joined the band, best known for songs like “Jump” and “Ain’t Talkin ‘Bout Love,” in later years.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/weeks-before-us-election-homeland-security-identifies-white-supremacists-and-russia-as-big-threats-333194">Weeks before US election, Homeland Security identifies white supremacists and Russia as big threats</a>

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As per this report, the white supremacist groups have conducted more lethal attacks in the country than any other domestic extremist movement.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-visited-oval-office-after-getting-discharged-white-house-top-official-333222">Trump visited Oval Office after getting discharged: White House top official</a>

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The revelation was made during an interview with a local network when Kudlow was trying to convince Americans that the government is still functioning.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/emmanuelle-charpentier-jennifer-a-doudna-win-nobel-prize-in-chemistry-333141">Emmanuelle Charpentier &amp; Jennifer A. Doudna win Nobel Prize in Chemistry</a>

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The Nobel Committee said they were given the award for discovering "one of gene technology’s sharpest tools - the CRISPR/Cas9 genetic scissors."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/neo-nazi-group-branded-as-criminal-organisation-by-greek-court-333125">Neo-Nazi group branded as criminal organisation by Greek court</a>

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As per the decision taken, the leaders associated with the group will be facing a heavy sentence.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/not-optimistic-about-comprehensive-coronavirus-aid-white-house-333218">'Not optimistic' about comprehensive coronavirus aid: White House</a>

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White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows on Wednesday claimed that he was “not optimistic” about a comprehensive deal on more coronavirus relief package.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/global-warming-makes-september-2020-the-worlds-hottest-month-ever-333135">Global warming makes September, 2020 the world's hottest month ever</a>

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According to the weather service Copernicus, September this year was 0.05 degree Celsius hotter than last year.

Ahead of elections, US imposes new restrictions on H-1B visas President Trump had earlier signed an executive order to prevent federal money from being used to displace US citizens with foreign workers.

Ahead of elections, US imposes new restrictions on H-1B visas President Trump had earlier signed an executive order to prevent federal money from being used to displace US citizens with foreign workers. 'Targeted sanctions unavoidable': Germany warns Russia over Navalny poisoning Navalny was admitted in a Siberian hospital and later evacuated to Germany in late August to Berlin's Charite hospital. Mao Zedong's scroll worth $300 million found cut in half: Hong Kong police The local police reported that the calligraphy scroll was recovered along with two bronze coins. Eddie Van Halen dies at 65, guitar virtuoso ruled '70s, '80s rock His death was announced by his 29-year-old son, Wolfgang, a bass player who joined the band, best known for songs like “Jump” and “Ain’t Talkin ‘Bout Love,” in later years. Weeks before US election, Homeland Security identifies white supremacists and Russia as big threats As per this report, the white supremacist groups have conducted more lethal attacks in the country than any other domestic extremist movement. Trump visited Oval Office after getting discharged: White House top official The revelation was made during an interview with a local network when Kudlow was trying to convince Americans that the government is still functioning. Emmanuelle Charpentier & Jennifer A. Doudna win Nobel Prize in Chemistry The Nobel Committee said they were given the award for discovering "one of gene technology’s sharpest tools - the CRISPR/Cas9 genetic scissors." Neo-Nazi group branded as criminal organisation by Greek court As per the decision taken, the leaders associated with the group will be facing a heavy sentence. 'Not optimistic' about comprehensive coronavirus aid: White House White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows on Wednesday claimed that he was “not optimistic” about a comprehensive deal on more coronavirus relief package. Global warming makes September, 2020 the world's hottest month ever According to the weather service Copernicus, September this year was 0.05 degree Celsius hotter than last year.

Top 10 world news today: Navalny poisoning update, Trump visits Oval Office and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nato-appeals-to-azerbaijan-ally-turkey-to-calm-tensions-amid-nagorno-karabakh-conflict-with-armenia-332659">NATO appeals to Azerbaijan ally Turkey to calm tensions amid Nagorno-Karabakh conflict with Armenia</a>

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Amid the raging conflict, Azerbaijan defence ministry said Armenian forces had shelled several towns, including Ganja, Terter, Beylagan and Barda.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-british-scientists-win-nobel-prize-in-medicine-for-hepatitis-c-virus-discovery-332626">US-British scientists win Nobel Prize in medicine for Hepatitis C virus discovery</a>

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The Nobel Committee said the "three scientists have made a decisive contribution to the fight against blood-borne hepatitis".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bars-cafes-in-paris-to-close-as-french-capital-placed-on-maximum-covid-19-alert-332645">Bars, cafes in Paris to close as French capital placed on 'maximum' COVID-19 alert</a>

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The health agency said that Paris had crossed three thresholds to be classified as a &nbsp;maximum alert area

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/doctors-to-decide-on-trump-hospital-discharge-later-on-monday-white-house-332683">Doctors to decide on Trump hospital discharge 'later' on Monday: White House</a>

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The president has, meanwhile, signalled his determination to return to the election campaign with an early morning tweetstorm.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/guatemala-sends-back-3500-honduran-migrants-headed-to-us-332689">Guatemala sends back 3,500 Honduran migrants headed to US</a>

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Mexico had closed its borders after the caravan entered eastern Guatemala on Thursday after it broke through a &nbsp;military cordon on the Corinto border.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/cargo-spacecraft-ss-kalpana-chawla-arrives-at-iss-332675">Cargo spacecraft SS Kalpana Chawla arrives at ISS</a>

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Kalpana Chawla, the first Indian-born woman to enter space, has had the spacecraft named after her for her key contributions to human spaceflight.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/a-president-in-the-hospital-and-a-nation-in-the-dark-332668">A president in the hospital and a nation in the dark</a>

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The coronavirus’s rampage through the White House has had the same effect. What we have seen over recent days is Donald Trump’s presidency in miniature, his worst traits distilled.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/german-police-probing-attempted-murder-of-jewish-student-332663">German police probing 'attempted murder' of Jewish student</a>

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&nbsp;A 26-year-old student was badly injured on Sunday by a man who repeatedly struck him on the head with a shovel outside the synagogue.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-chief-von-der-leyen-self-isolating-after-exposure-to-covid-19-332650">EU chief von der Leyen 'self-isolating' after exposure to COVID-19</a>

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Von der Leyen said she was at a meeting on Tuesday last week attended by a person who tested positive for the coronavirus on Sunday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-treatment-of-uyghurs-sparks-anger-near-new-embassy-site-in-london-332647">China's treatment of Uyghurs sparks anger near new embassy site in London</a>

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Some people in the locality have said the embassy isn't welcome until Beijing stops its alleged mistreatment of Muslims in China.

NATO appeals to Azerbaijan ally Turkey to calm tensions amid Nagorno-Karabakh conflict with Armenia Amid the raging conflict, Azerbaijan defence ministry said Armenian forces had shelled several towns, including Ganja, Terter, Beylagan and Barda.

NATO appeals to Azerbaijan ally Turkey to calm tensions amid Nagorno-Karabakh conflict with Armenia Amid the raging conflict, Azerbaijan defence ministry said Armenian forces had shelled several towns, including Ganja, Terter, Beylagan and Barda. US-British scientists win Nobel Prize in medicine for Hepatitis C virus discovery The Nobel Committee said the "three scientists have made a decisive contribution to the fight against blood-borne hepatitis". Bars, cafes in Paris to close as French capital placed on 'maximum' COVID-19 alert The health agency said that Paris had crossed three thresholds to be classified as a maximum alert area Doctors to decide on Trump hospital discharge 'later' on Monday: White House The president has, meanwhile, signalled his determination to return to the election campaign with an early morning tweetstorm. Guatemala sends back 3,500 Honduran migrants headed to US Mexico had closed its borders after the caravan entered eastern Guatemala on Thursday after it broke through a military cordon on the Corinto border. Cargo spacecraft SS Kalpana Chawla arrives at ISS Kalpana Chawla, the first Indian-born woman to enter space, has had the spacecraft named after her for her key contributions to human spaceflight. A president in the hospital and a nation in the dark The coronavirus’s rampage through the White House has had the same effect. What we have seen over recent days is Donald Trump’s presidency in miniature, his worst traits distilled. German police probing 'attempted murder' of Jewish student A 26-year-old student was badly injured on Sunday by a man who repeatedly struck him on the head with a shovel outside the synagogue. EU chief von der Leyen 'self-isolating' after exposure to COVID-19 Von der Leyen said she was at a meeting on Tuesday last week attended by a person who tested positive for the coronavirus on Sunday. China's treatment of Uyghurs sparks anger near new embassy site in London Some people in the locality have said the embassy isn't welcome until Beijing stops its alleged mistreatment of Muslims in China.

Top 10 world news today: NATO appeals to Azerbaijan ally Turkey, Nobel Prize in medicine announced & more!

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-calls-for-agreement-with-us-not-to-meddle-in-each-others-elections-330225" hreflang="en">Putin calls on US for guarantees on election 'non-interference'</a>

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Russian President&nbsp;Vladimir Putin on Friday called for agreement between his country and&nbsp;the United States to guarantee not to engage in cyber-meddling in each other's elections. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-calls-for-agreement-with-us-not-to-meddle-in-each-others-elections-330225">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-rebuked-at-unhrc-over-hong-kong-xinjiang-330232" hreflang="en">China rebuked at UNHRC over Hong Kong, Xinjiang</a>

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China was on Friday called out at the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) by the West to restore basic legal rights in Hong Kong and open up to scrutiny its remote Xinjiang region where more than one million ethnic Uighurs are held. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-rebuked-at-unhrc-over-hong-kong-xinjiang-330232">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-slams-chinas-guam-style-attack-video-as-propaganda-designed-to-antagonise-330183">US calls China's Guam-style attack video 'propaganda' designed to 'antagonise'</a>

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The United States has slammed a Chinese air force video that seemed to show a simulated attack on a facility in the country calling it a&nbsp;"propaganda" designed to coerce and antagonise. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-slams-chinas-guam-style-attack-video-as-propaganda-designed-to-antagonise-330183">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-election-2020-white-house-says-trump-will-accept-results-of-free-and-fair-presidential-polls-330210">White House says Trump will accept results of free-and-fair presidential polls</a>

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White House on Friday defended US&nbsp;President Donald Trump by saying that he will&nbsp;accept the results of a "free and fair" election after he hinted&nbsp;that he might not accept defeat peacefully in the upcoming presidential election. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-election-2020-white-house-says-trump-will-accept-results-of-free-and-fair-presidential-polls-330210">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nearly-16000-mosques-destroyed-in-xinjiang-by-china-australian-think-tank-330167" hreflang="en">Nearly 16,000 mosques destroyed in Xinjiang by China: Australian think tank</a>

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An Australian think tank, on Friday,&nbsp; has accused China of illegally demolishing thousands of&nbsp;mosques in the Xinjiang province. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nearly-16000-mosques-destroyed-in-xinjiang-by-china-australian-think-tank-330167">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/alexei-navalny-to-stay-in-germany-for-few-more-weeks-to-recover-fully-330158" hreflang="en">Alexei Navalny to stay in Germany for few more weeks to recover fully</a>

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Russia's Kremlin critic and opposition politician&nbsp;Alexei Navalny may take weeks to recover and leave Germany, his spokeswoman has reported. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/alexei-navalny-to-stay-in-germany-for-few-more-weeks-to-recover-fully-330158">Read more</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kim-jong-un-apologised-for-killing-of-south-korean-citizen-seoul-330111" hreflang="en">Kim Jong Un apologised for killing of South Korean citizen: Seoul</a>

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Kim Jong Un on Friday offered a rare apology&nbsp;over the killing of South Korean in North Korean waters. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kim-jong-un-apologised-for-killing-of-south-korean-citizen-seoul-330111">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkey-orders-arrest-of-82-including-mayor-over-pro-kurdish-protest-330186" hreflang="en">Turkey orders arrest of 82 including mayor over pro-Kurdish protest</a>

Turkish authorities on Friday issued arrest warrants for 82 people, including a mayor, over pro-Kurdish protests six years ago, officials and local media said. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkey-orders-arrest-of-82-including-mayor-over-pro-kurdish-protest-330186">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/prosecutors-open-terror-inquiry-into-paris-knife-attack-330203" hreflang="en">Prosecutors open terror inquiry into Paris knife attack</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/norways-king-harald-v-admitted-to-hospital-330176" hreflang="en">Norway's King Harald V admitted to hospital</a>

Putin calls on US for guarantees on election 'non-interference' Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday called for agreement between his country and the United States to guarantee not to engage in cyber-meddling in each other's elections.

Putin calls on US for guarantees on election 'non-interference' Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday called for agreement between his country and the United States to guarantee not to engage in cyber-meddling in each other's elections. Read more China rebuked at UNHRC over Hong Kong, Xinjiang China was on Friday called out at the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) by the West to restore basic legal rights in Hong Kong and open up to scrutiny its remote Xinjiang region where more than one million ethnic Uighurs are held. Read more US calls China's Guam-style attack video 'propaganda' designed to 'antagonise' The United States has slammed a Chinese air force video that seemed to show a simulated attack on a facility in the country calling it a "propaganda" designed to coerce and antagonise. Read more White House says Trump will accept results of free-and-fair presidential polls White House on Friday defended US President Donald Trump by saying that he will accept the results of a "free and fair" election after he hinted that he might not accept defeat peacefully in the upcoming presidential election. Read more Nearly 16,000 mosques destroyed in Xinjiang by China: Australian think tank An Australian think tank, on Friday, has accused China of illegally demolishing thousands of mosques in the Xinjiang province. Read more Alexei Navalny to stay in Germany for few more weeks to recover fully Russia's Kremlin critic and opposition politician Alexei Navalny may take weeks to recover and leave Germany, his spokeswoman has reported. Read more Kim Jong Un apologised for killing of South Korean citizen: Seoul Kim Jong Un on Friday offered a rare apology over the killing of South Korean in North Korean waters. Read more Turkey orders arrest of 82 including mayor over pro-Kurdish protest Turkish authorities on Friday issued arrest warrants for 82 people, including a mayor, over pro-Kurdish protests six years ago, officials and local media said. Read more Prosecutors open terror inquiry into Paris knife attack Norway's King Harald V admitted to hospital

Top 10 world news today: Russia on US for election 'non-interference' and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-korean-president-calls-killing-of-official-by-north-korea-unpardonable-329950" hreflang="en">South Korean president calls killing of official by North Korea 'unpardonable'</a>

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South Korea's President Moon Jae-in said on Thursday&nbsp;North Korea's shooting of a South Korean official was "shocking" and "unpardonable". <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-korean-president-calls-killing-of-official-by-north-korea-unpardonable-329950">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/navalny-poisoning-russia-denies-developing-nerve-agent-novichok-329947">Navalny poisoning: Russia denies developing nerve-agent Novichok</a>

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Spokesperson of Russian Foreign Ministry Maria Zakharova said on Wednesday that neither Soviet Union nor Russia had developed or produced Novichok. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/navalny-poisoning-russia-denies-developing-nerve-agent-novichok-329947">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thailand-takes-first-legal-action-against-facebook-twitter-over-content-329917">Thailand takes first legal action against Facebook, Twitter over content</a>

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Thailand began legal action on Thursday&nbsp;against Facebook and Twitter for ignoring requests to take down content, in its first such move against major internet firms. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thailand-takes-first-legal-action-against-facebook-twitter-over-content-329917">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/tiktoks-owner-bytedance-applies-for-chinese-license-to-close-us-deal-329964">TikTok's owner ByteDance applies for Chinese license to close US deal</a>

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TikTok's owner ByteDance&nbsp;said Thursday it has applied for a Chinese technology export license as it tries to complete a deal with Oracle and Walmart to keep the popular video app operating in the United States. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/tiktoks-owner-bytedance-applies-for-chinese-license-to-close-us-deal-329964">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/criminal-charges-are-rare-in-police-killings-of-black-americans-329945">Criminal charges are rare in police killings of Black Americans</a>

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Criminal convictions in excessive force cases involving police killing Black Americans&nbsp;are rare, in part because of a Supreme Court protected doctrine of qualified immunity. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/criminal-charges-are-rare-in-police-killings-of-black-americans-329945">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-activist-joshua-wong-arrested-for-unauthorised-assembly-329869" hreflang="en">Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong arrested for 'unauthorised assembly'</a>

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Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong&nbsp;has been arrested on suspicion of "participating in an unauthorised assembly on&nbsp;Oct 5 last year". <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-activist-joshua-wong-arrested-for-unauthorised-assembly-329869">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-says-banning-australian-scholars-within-its-sovereign-remit-329973" hreflang="en">China says banning Australian scholars within its sovereign remit</a>

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China's foreign ministry said on Thursday&nbsp;it was totally within its rights as a sovereign power to ban two Australian scholars. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-says-banning-australian-scholars-within-its-sovereign-remit-329973">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-pandemic-reduced-worldwide-income-by-about-10-per-cent-ilo-329962" hreflang="en">Coronavirus pandemic reduced worldwide income by about 10 per cent: ILO</a>

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International Labour Organisation, in its report, has said that income earned from work worldwide has dropped by 10.7 per cent in first nine months of 2020 due to coronavirus pandemic. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-pandemic-reduced-worldwide-income-by-about-10-per-cent-ilo-329962">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/human-challenge-studies-uk-may-infect-volunteers-with-coronavirus-to-test-vaccine-329881" hreflang="en">'Human challenge studies': UK may infect volunteers with coronavirus to test vaccine</a>

According to Britain's Financial Times, volunteers in the UK will be infected with coronavirus in order to test a possible vaccine to combat the virus. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/human-challenge-studies-uk-may-infect-volunteers-with-coronavirus-to-test-vaccine-329881">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/french-courts-to-place-gps-trackers-on-domestic-violence-abusers-329906" hreflang="en">French courts to place GPS trackers on domestic violence abusers</a>

The novel coronavirus led to the world locked up in their houses, which also led to an increase in the number of domestic violence cases across the globe. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/french-courts-to-place-gps-trackers-on-domestic-violence-abusers-329906">Read more</a>

South Korean president calls killing of official by North Korea 'unpardonable' South Korea's President Moon Jae-in said on Thursday North Korea's shooting of a South Korean official was "shocking" and "unpardonable".

South Korean president calls killing of official by North Korea 'unpardonable' South Korea's President Moon Jae-in said on Thursday North Korea's shooting of a South Korean official was "shocking" and "unpardonable". Read more Navalny poisoning: Russia denies developing nerve-agent Novichok Spokesperson of Russian Foreign Ministry Maria Zakharova said on Wednesday that neither Soviet Union nor Russia had developed or produced Novichok. Read more Thailand takes first legal action against Facebook, Twitter over content Thailand began legal action on Thursday against Facebook and Twitter for ignoring requests to take down content, in its first such move against major internet firms. Read more TikTok's owner ByteDance applies for Chinese license to close US deal TikTok's owner ByteDance said Thursday it has applied for a Chinese technology export license as it tries to complete a deal with Oracle and Walmart to keep the popular video app operating in the United States. Read more Criminal charges are rare in police killings of Black Americans Criminal convictions in excessive force cases involving police killing Black Americans are rare, in part because of a Supreme Court protected doctrine of qualified immunity. Read more Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong arrested for 'unauthorised assembly' Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong has been arrested on suspicion of "participating in an unauthorised assembly on Oct 5 last year". Read more China says banning Australian scholars within its sovereign remit China's foreign ministry said on Thursday it was totally within its rights as a sovereign power to ban two Australian scholars. Read more Coronavirus pandemic reduced worldwide income by about 10 per cent: ILO International Labour Organisation, in its report, has said that income earned from work worldwide has dropped by 10.7 per cent in first nine months of 2020 due to coronavirus pandemic. Read more 'Human challenge studies': UK may infect volunteers with coronavirus to test vaccine According to Britain's Financial Times, volunteers in the UK will be infected with coronavirus in order to test a possible vaccine to combat the virus. Read more French courts to place GPS trackers on domestic violence abusers The novel coronavirus led to the world locked up in their houses, which also led to an increase in the number of domestic violence cases across the globe. Read more

Top 10 world news today: South Korea hits back at North, Russia denies developing Novichok and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/navalny-accuses-russia-of-withholding-an-important-piece-of-evidence-329190" hreflang="en">Navalny accuses Russia of withholding an 'important piece of evidence'</a>

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Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny&nbsp;told Russia on Monday to hand over the clothes he was wearing when he fell into a coma last month and accused Moscow of withholding an important piece of evidence in his case. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/navalny-accuses-russia-of-withholding-an-important-piece-of-evidence-329190">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/set-off-war-china-threatens-retaliation-after-us-diplomats-visit-to-taiwan-329155" hreflang="en">'Set off war': China threatens retaliation after US diplomat's visit to Taiwan</a>

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China ramped up its rhetoric over Taiwan on Monday, describing any support for its independence as "doomed to fail", and threatened retaliation against US diplomatic visits to the island. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/set-off-war-china-threatens-retaliation-after-us-diplomats-visit-to-taiwan-329155">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/us-space-force-deploys-its-first-troops-to-arabian-peninsula-329167">US Space Force deploys its first troops to Arabian Peninsula</a>

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The newly formed US Space Force is deploying its first troops, not to space but to the Arabian&nbsp;Peninsula. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/us-space-force-deploys-its-first-troops-to-arabian-peninsula-329167">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kavkaz-2020-russia-hosts-military-drills-in-south-with-china-belarus-pakistan-329132">Kavkaz 2020: Russia hosts military drills with China, Belarus and Pakistan</a>

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Russia&nbsp;on Monday&nbsp;kicked off its large-scale week-long Caucasus 2020 (Kavkaz 2020) military exercises along with&nbsp;China,&nbsp;Belarus, and Pakistan. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kavkaz-2020-russia-hosts-military-drills-in-south-with-china-belarus-pakistan-329132">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/nepal-banks-and-companies-helping-china-iran-skirt-us-sanctions-fincen-files-329184">Nepal banks and companies helping China, Iran skirt US sanctions: FinCEN Files</a>

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Some banks and companies in Nepal are allegedly involved in transferring money obtained suspiciously from oversees, an investigation made by the Center for Investigative Journalism (CIJ), Nepal along with the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ) and BuzzFeed has revealed. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/nepal-banks-and-companies-helping-china-iran-skirt-us-sanctions-fincen-files-329184">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-pla-video-showing-attack-on-us-airbase-uses-footage-from-hollywood-films-329077">China's PLA video showing attack on US airbase uses footage from Hollywood</a>

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China's air force has released a video showing nuclear-capable H-6 bombers carrying out a simulated attack on what appears to be Andersen Air Force Base on the US Pacific island of Guam. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-pla-video-showing-attack-on-us-airbase-uses-footage-from-hollywood-films-329077">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/belarus-opposition-leader-urges-european-union-to-approve-sanctions-on-corrupt-officials-329185" hreflang="en">Belarus opposition leader urges European Union to approve sanctions</a>

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Belarus&nbsp;opposition leader Svetlana Tikhanovskaya on Monday urged the EU to show courage and step up its support for her movement, as the bloc's internal squabbles about sanctions rolled on. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/belarus-opposition-leader-urges-european-union-to-approve-sanctions-on-corrupt-officials-329185">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/un-to-not-reimpose-sanctions-on-iran-until-nod-given-by-security-council-guterres-329053" hreflang="en">UN to not reimpose sanctions on Iran until nod given by Security Council: Guterres</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-bytedance-says-tiktok-will-be-its-subsidiary-under-deal-with-trump-329041" hreflang="en">China's ByteDance says TikTok will be its subsidiary under deal with Trump</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/egypt-announces-discovery-of-27-coffins-buried-2500-years-ago-329084" hreflang="en">Egypt announces discovery of 27 coffins buried 2,500 years ago</a>

Navalny accuses Russia of withholding an 'important piece of evidence' Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny told Russia on Monday to hand over the clothes he was wearing when he fell into a coma last month and accused Moscow of withholding an important piece of evidence in his case.

Navalny accuses Russia of withholding an 'important piece of evidence' Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny told Russia on Monday to hand over the clothes he was wearing when he fell into a coma last month and accused Moscow of withholding an important piece of evidence in his case. Read more 'Set off war': China threatens retaliation after US diplomat's visit to Taiwan China ramped up its rhetoric over Taiwan on Monday, describing any support for its independence as "doomed to fail", and threatened retaliation against US diplomatic visits to the island. Read more US Space Force deploys its first troops to Arabian Peninsula The newly formed US Space Force is deploying its first troops, not to space but to the Arabian Peninsula. Read more Kavkaz 2020: Russia hosts military drills with China, Belarus and Pakistan Russia on Monday kicked off its large-scale week-long Caucasus 2020 (Kavkaz 2020) military exercises along with China, Belarus, and Pakistan. Read more Nepal banks and companies helping China, Iran skirt US sanctions: FinCEN Files Some banks and companies in Nepal are allegedly involved in transferring money obtained suspiciously from oversees, an investigation made by the Center for Investigative Journalism (CIJ), Nepal along with the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ) and BuzzFeed has revealed. Read more China's PLA video showing attack on US airbase uses footage from Hollywood China's air force has released a video showing nuclear-capable H-6 bombers carrying out a simulated attack on what appears to be Andersen Air Force Base on the US Pacific island of Guam. Read more Belarus opposition leader urges European Union to approve sanctions Belarus opposition leader Svetlana Tikhanovskaya on Monday urged the EU to show courage and step up its support for her movement, as the bloc's internal squabbles about sanctions rolled on. Read more UN to not reimpose sanctions on Iran until nod given by Security Council: Guterres China's ByteDance says TikTok will be its subsidiary under deal with Trump Egypt announces discovery of 27 coffins buried 2,500 years ago

Top 10 news today: Navalny accuses Russia, China threatens Taiwan and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/real-possibility-of-war-taiwan-calls-for-global-coalition-against-china-328167">'Real possibility of war': Taiwan calls for global coalition against China</a>

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Taiwan's foreign minister Joseph Wu on Thursday asked for the help of international community to&nbsp;defend his country against China's increasing military interference, fearing a ''real possibility of war''. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/real-possibility-of-war-taiwan-calls-for-global-coalition-against-china-328167">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-us-uk-trade-deal-if-brexit-risks-northern-irish-peace-deal-biden-to-johnson-328182">No US-UK trade deal if Brexit risks peace in Ireland: Biden warns Johnson</a>

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US&nbsp;Democratic presidential candidate&nbsp;Joe&nbsp;Biden&nbsp;warned the United Kingdom that it must honour the Northern Irish peace deal as it extracts itself from the European Union or there would be no US&nbsp;trade deal. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-us-uk-trade-deal-if-brexit-risks-northern-irish-peace-deal-biden-to-johnson-328182">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-has-just-passed-this-bizarre-order-about-kim-jong-un-328154" hreflang="en">North Korea has just passed this bizarre order about Kim Jong-un</a>

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North Korea has passed a law according to which pre-school children must spend 90 minutes a day to learn about the country leader Kim Jong-un as a part of their&nbsp;curriculum. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-has-just-passed-this-bizarre-order-about-kim-jong-un-328154">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-warns-alarming-rates-of-transmission-in-europe-as-uk-imposes-restrictions-in-northeast-england-328185">WHO warns Europe over virus as UK imposes restrictions in northeast England</a>

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World Health Organisation's(WHO)&nbsp;Europe unit warned countries in Europe&nbsp;against shortening the 14-day quarantine period for suspected coronavirus cases as, it said, COVID-19 has seen "alarming rates of&nbsp;transmission across Europe". <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-warns-alarming-rates-of-transmission-in-europe-as-uk-imposes-restrictions-in-northeast-england-328185">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-cdc-make-contradictory-claim-over-vaccine-rollout-timeline-in-us-328168">Trump, CDC make contradictory claim over vaccine rollout timeline in US</a>

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World Health Organisation's top emergency expert Mike Ryan stressed the need for countries to have "consistent messaging" for the public in order to combat coronavirus pandemic effectively.&nbsp; <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-cdc-make-contradictory-claim-over-vaccine-rollout-timeline-in-us-328168">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-dont-recognise-lukashenko-as-legitimate-president-european-union-328038" hreflang="en">We don't recognise Lukashenko as legitimate president: European Union</a>

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A day after the Belarusian leader was welcomed by Russian President Vladimir Putin, European Union’s diplomatic chief has said that the European Union does not recognize Alexander Lukashenko as the legitimate president of Belarus. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-dont-recognise-lukashenko-as-legitimate-president-european-union-328038">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/navalnys-team-claims-he-was-poisoned-through-water-bottle-found-in-hotel-328134" hreflang="en">Navalny's team claims he was poisoned through water bottle found in hotel</a>

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Kremlin critic&nbsp;Alexei Navalny, who was allegedly poisoned by the Russian&nbsp;authority, has claimed that he was poisoned in his hotel room, and not on the airport. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/navalnys-team-claims-he-was-poisoned-through-water-bottle-found-in-hotel-328134">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bytedance-says-china-will-have-to-approve-its-us-tiktok-deal-328151" hreflang="en">ByteDance says China will have to approve its US TikTok deal</a>

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China will need to approve ByteDance`s proposed deal with Oracle Corp for its TikTok app, the Chinese company said on Thursday, indicating how its bid to stave off a ban in the United States could be further complicated. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bytedance-says-china-will-have-to-approve-its-us-tiktok-deal-328151">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-publishes-white-paper-applauding-employment-generated-in-xinjiang-328090" hreflang="en">China publishes white paper applauding employment generated in Xinjiang</a>

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China has now published a white paper&nbsp;defending its policy in the region, saying the vocational training has improved workforce quality.&nbsp; <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-publishes-white-paper-applauding-employment-generated-in-xinjiang-328090">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/rich-nations-with-13-population-signed-deals-for-getting-over-half-of-covid-19-vaccines-study-328070" hreflang="en">Rich nations with 13% population signed deals for getting over half of Covid-19 vaccines: Study</a>

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Wealthy nations that have just 13 per cent of the global population have already bought half of the potential drugs that are leading the Covid-19 vaccines race, a report by Oxfam claimed. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/rich-nations-with-13-population-signed-deals-for-getting-over-half-of-covid-19-vaccines-study-328070">Read more</a>

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'Real possibility of war': Taiwan calls for global coalition against China Taiwan's foreign minister Joseph Wu on Thursday asked for the help of international community to defend his country against China's increasing military interference, fearing a ''real possibility of war''.

'Real possibility of war': Taiwan calls for global coalition against China Taiwan's foreign minister Joseph Wu on Thursday asked for the help of international community to defend his country against China's increasing military interference, fearing a ''real possibility of war''. Read more No US-UK trade deal if Brexit risks peace in Ireland: Biden warns Johnson US Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden warned the United Kingdom that it must honour the Northern Irish peace deal as it extracts itself from the European Union or there would be no US trade deal. Read more North Korea has just passed this bizarre order about Kim Jong-un North Korea has passed a law according to which pre-school children must spend 90 minutes a day to learn about the country leader Kim Jong-un as a part of their curriculum. Read more WHO warns Europe over virus as UK imposes restrictions in northeast England World Health Organisation's(WHO) Europe unit warned countries in Europe against shortening the 14-day quarantine period for suspected coronavirus cases as, it said, COVID-19 has seen "alarming rates of transmission across Europe". Read more Trump, CDC make contradictory claim over vaccine rollout timeline in US World Health Organisation's top emergency expert Mike Ryan stressed the need for countries to have "consistent messaging" for the public in order to combat coronavirus pandemic effectively. Read more We don't recognise Lukashenko as legitimate president: European Union A day after the Belarusian leader was welcomed by Russian President Vladimir Putin, European Union’s diplomatic chief has said that the European Union does not recognize Alexander Lukashenko as the legitimate president of Belarus. Read more Navalny's team claims he was poisoned through water bottle found in hotel Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny, who was allegedly poisoned by the Russian authority, has claimed that he was poisoned in his hotel room, and not on the airport. Read more ByteDance says China will have to approve its US TikTok deal China will need to approve ByteDance`s proposed deal with Oracle Corp for its TikTok app, the Chinese company said on Thursday, indicating how its bid to stave off a ban in the United States could be further complicated. Read more China publishes white paper applauding employment generated in Xinjiang China has now published a white paper defending its policy in the region, saying the vocational training has improved workforce quality. Read more Rich nations with 13% population signed deals for getting over half of Covid-19 vaccines: Study Wealthy nations that have just 13 per cent of the global population have already bought half of the potential drugs that are leading the Covid-19 vaccines race, a report by Oxfam claimed. Read more

Top 10 world news today: Taiwan on global coalition against China, Trump's row with CDC and more!

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/frances-analysis-concludes-navalny-was-poisoned-macron-speaks-to-putin-327488">France's analysis concludes Navalny was poisoned; Macron speaks to Putin</a>

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France's independent analysis has concluded that Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny was poisoned with the Soviet-style nerve agent Novichok in an attempted assassination.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/frances-analysis-concludes-navalny-was-poisoned-macron-speaks-to-putin-327488">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russias-nuclear-missile-with-global-reach-is-capable-of-attacking-from-unexpected-directions-327492">Russia's nuclear missile with 'global reach' is capable of attacking from 'unexpected directions'</a>

Russia is developing a nuclear-powered missile that can fly around the atmosphere for years on end ready to strike at any moment.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russias-nuclear-missile-with-global-reach-is-capable-of-attacking-from-unexpected-directions-327492">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-yoshihide-suga-wins-party-leadership-race-headed-for-premiership-327400">Japan: Yoshihide Suga wins party leadership race, headed for premiership</a>

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Japanese Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga, a loyal aide to outgoing Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, won a landslide victory in a ruling party leadership election on Monday, paving the way for him to replace Abe this week. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-yoshihide-suga-wins-party-leadership-race-headed-for-premiership-327400">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/china-snooping-on-top-indian-politicians-defence-chiefs-and-news-media-editors-reports-327391" hreflang="en">China snooping on top Indian politicians, defence chiefs &amp; news media editors</a>

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Amid China's recent feuds with multiple nations including the ongoing border standoff with India, a media report has claimed that a technology firm with links to the Chinese government is snooping on over 10,000 Indian individuals and organisations through global database. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/china-snooping-on-top-indian-politicians-defence-chiefs-and-news-media-editors-reports-327391">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/belarusian-leader-lukashenko-reaches-russia-to-win-putins-backing-327420" hreflang="en">Belarusian leader Lukashenko reaches Russia to win Putin's backing</a>

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Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko's plane landed in the southern Russian city of Sochi on Monday morning ahead of talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/belarusian-leader-lukashenko-reaches-russia-to-win-putins-backing-327420">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-ambassador-to-china-branstad-is-leaving-post-suggests-us-secretary-of-state-pompeo-327434" hreflang="en">US ambassador to China Branstad is leaving post, suggests US Secretary of State Pompeo</a>

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Early on Monday, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo claimed that the US Ambassador to China Terry Branstad was leaving his post soon. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-ambassador-to-china-branstad-is-leaving-post-suggests-us-secretary-of-state-pompeo-327434">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/china-says-tiktok-being-encircled-and-coerced-after-bytedance-drops-sale-327468" hreflang="en">China says TikTok being 'encircled' and 'coerced' after ByteDance drops sale</a>

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China's Foreign Ministry on Monday&nbsp;said that popular mobile phone app TikTok is being "encircled" and "coerced" as its parent company ByteDance picked Oracle as partner to try to save its business in the United States. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/china-says-tiktok-being-encircled-and-coerced-after-bytedance-drops-sale-327468">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-election-2020-trump-defies-covid-19-norms-in-first-indoor-rally-since-june-prompts-warning-327366" hreflang="en">US election 2020: Trump defies COVID-19 norms in first indoor rally since June</a>

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Trump held his first fully indoor rally in months, outraging officials in the state of Nevada who warned the gathering violated coronavirus restrictions on crowd sizes. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-election-2020-trump-defies-covid-19-norms-in-first-indoor-rally-since-june-prompts-warning-327366">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/families-express-fear-over-china-capturing-12-hong-kongers-during-flee-attempt-327408" hreflang="en">Families express fear over China capturing 12 Hong Kongers during flee attempt</a>

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Relatives of 12 Hong Kongers who were captured by China's coastguard as they attempted fleeing said on Saturday that they are concerned over their kin's disappearance into the mainland China's judicial system. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/families-express-fear-over-china-capturing-12-hong-kongers-during-flee-attempt-327408">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-pm-boris-johnson-faces-rebellion-over-plan-to-break-brexit-treaty-327474" hreflang="en">UK PM Boris Johnson faces rebellion over plan to break Brexit treaty</a>

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UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who has a majority of 80 in the lower house of parliament, is facing a growing revolt over a bill that would break international law by breaching parts of the Brexit divorce deal and that Brussels says will wreck trade talks. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-pm-boris-johnson-faces-rebellion-over-plan-to-break-brexit-treaty-327474">Read more</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/us-open-2020-mens-final-dominic-thiem-wins-first-grand-slam-title-327303" hreflang="en">US Open 2020 men's final: Dominic Thiem wins first grand slam title</a>

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Austria’s Dominic Thiem became country's second Grand Slam singles champion as he defeated Alexander Zverev in the US Open final on Sunday. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/us-open-2020-mens-final-dominic-thiem-wins-first-grand-slam-title-327303">Read more</a>

France's analysis concludes Navalny was poisoned; Macron speaks to Putin France's independent analysis has concluded that Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny was poisoned with the Soviet-style nerve agent Novichok in an attempted assassination.

France's analysis concludes Navalny was poisoned; Macron speaks to Putin France's independent analysis has concluded that Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny was poisoned with the Soviet-style nerve agent Novichok in an attempted assassination. Read more Russia's nuclear missile with 'global reach' is capable of attacking from 'unexpected directions' Russia is developing a nuclear-powered missile that can fly around the atmosphere for years on end ready to strike at any moment. Read more Japan: Yoshihide Suga wins party leadership race, headed for premiership Japanese Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga, a loyal aide to outgoing Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, won a landslide victory in a ruling party leadership election on Monday, paving the way for him to replace Abe this week. Read more China snooping on top Indian politicians, defence chiefs & news media editors Amid China's recent feuds with multiple nations including the ongoing border standoff with India, a media report has claimed that a technology firm with links to the Chinese government is snooping on over 10,000 Indian individuals and organisations through global database. Read more Belarusian leader Lukashenko reaches Russia to win Putin's backing Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko's plane landed in the southern Russian city of Sochi on Monday morning ahead of talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Read more US ambassador to China Branstad is leaving post, suggests US Secretary of State Pompeo Early on Monday, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo claimed that the US Ambassador to China Terry Branstad was leaving his post soon. Read more China says TikTok being 'encircled' and 'coerced' after ByteDance drops sale China's Foreign Ministry on Monday said that popular mobile phone app TikTok is being "encircled" and "coerced" as its parent company ByteDance picked Oracle as partner to try to save its business in the United States. Read more US election 2020: Trump defies COVID-19 norms in first indoor rally since June Trump held his first fully indoor rally in months, outraging officials in the state of Nevada who warned the gathering violated coronavirus restrictions on crowd sizes. Read more Families express fear over China capturing 12 Hong Kongers during flee attempt Relatives of 12 Hong Kongers who were captured by China's coastguard as they attempted fleeing said on Saturday that they are concerned over their kin's disappearance into the mainland China's judicial system. Read more UK PM Boris Johnson faces rebellion over plan to break Brexit treaty UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who has a majority of 80 in the lower house of parliament, is facing a growing revolt over a bill that would break international law by breaching parts of the Brexit divorce deal and that Brussels says will wreck trade talks. Read more US Open 2020 men's final: Dominic Thiem wins first grand slam title Austria’s Dominic Thiem became country's second Grand Slam singles champion as he defeated Alexander Zverev in the US Open final on Sunday. Read more

Top 10 world news today: Macron speaks to Putin over Navalny poisoning and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/united-states-announces-reduction-of-troops-in-iraq-to-end-endless-wars-326315">United States announces reduction of troops in Iraq to end 'endless wars'</a>

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The United States military formally announced on Wednesday that it would be reducing its military presence in Iraq from 5,200 to 3,000 troops starting September 2020. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/united-states-announces-reduction-of-troops-in-iraq-to-end-endless-wars-326315">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-major-strategic-move-somaliland-opens-its-embassy-in-taiwan-326256">In major strategic move, Somaliland opens its embassy in Taiwan</a>

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The breakaway territory of Somaliland opened a representative office in Taipei on Wednesday in a move that has already drawn Beijing's ire. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-major-strategic-move-somaliland-opens-its-embassy-in-taiwan-326256">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-calls-germanys-handling-of-requests-on-navalny-inappropriate-326313" hreflang="en">Russia calls Germany's handling of requests on Navalny 'inappropriate'</a>

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Russia's foreign minister criticized Germany on Wednesday over its handling of official requests by Moscow about the condition of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-calls-germanys-handling-of-requests-on-navalny-inappropriate-326313">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-president-donald-trump-nominated-for-nobel-peace-prize-2021-following-israel-uae-deal-326247">US President Donald Trump nominated for Nobel Peace Prize 2021</a>

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US President Donald Trump has been nominated for the 2021 Nobel Prize for his efforts in normalising ties between Israel and the United Arab Emirates, and for facilitating the historic deal. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-president-donald-trump-nominated-for-nobel-peace-prize-2021-following-israel-uae-deal-326247">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/rochester-new-york-police-chief-resigns-in-wake-of-daniel-prudes-death-326267" hreflang="en">Rochester, New York, police chief resigns in wake of Daniel Prude's death</a>

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Top police leaders in New York's third-largest city are retiring en masse amid criticism of the city's handling of the suffocation death of Daniel Prude, the mayor of Rochester has said. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/rochester-new-york-police-chief-resigns-in-wake-of-daniel-prudes-death-326267">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/american-global-aerospace-company-names-spacecraft-in-honour-of-kalpana-chawla-326246">American global aerospace company names spacecraft in honour of Kalpana Chawla</a>

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American global aerospace and defense technology company&nbsp;Northrop Grumman has named&nbsp;the next Cygnus spacecraft&nbsp;after Dr Kalpana Chawla, the first woman of Indian descent to go to space. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/american-global-aerospace-company-names-spacecraft-in-honour-of-kalpana-chawla-326246">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/another-belarus-opposition-politician-maxim-znak-is-seized-by-masked-men-326232" hreflang="en">Another Belarus opposition politician, Maxim Znak, is seized by masked men</a>

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Belarus opposition politician Maxim Znak was detained on Wednesday by masked men wearing plain clothes, supporters said, as authorities extended a systematic campaign to round up the leaders of a month-long mass protest movement. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/another-belarus-opposition-politician-maxim-znak-is-seized-by-masked-men-326232">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-initiates-150-probes-into-nationwide-horse-mutilations-and-killings-326239" hreflang="en">France initiates 150 probes into nationwide horse mutilations and killings</a>

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Investigators in France officially opened more than 150 probes into the killings and mutilations of horses all over the country. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-initiates-150-probes-into-nationwide-horse-mutilations-and-killings-326239">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/report-claims-australian-intelligence-raided-chinese-journalists-homes-326181" hreflang="en">Report claims Australian intelligence raided Chinese journalists' homes</a>

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China's state news agency have reported on Tuesday that Australian intelligence agency staff searched the homes of Chinese journalists in June, questioning them for several hours and removing their digital devices including mobile phones. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/report-claims-australian-intelligence-raided-chinese-journalists-homes-326181">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-koreas-de-facto-second-in-command-kim-yo-jong-disappears-off-public-radar-326210" hreflang="en">North Korea's de facto 2nd-in-command Kim Yo-jong disappears off public radar</a>

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Kim Yo Jong, younger sister of North Korea's supreme leader Kim Jong Un, has appeared to have vanished from public view after last being pictured on July 27. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-koreas-de-facto-second-in-command-kim-yo-jong-disappears-off-public-radar-326210">Read more</a>

United States announces reduction of troops in Iraq to end 'endless wars' The United States military formally announced on Wednesday that it would be reducing its military presence in Iraq from 5,200 to 3,000 troops starting September 2020.

United States announces reduction of troops in Iraq to end 'endless wars' The United States military formally announced on Wednesday that it would be reducing its military presence in Iraq from 5,200 to 3,000 troops starting September 2020. Read more In major strategic move, Somaliland opens its embassy in Taiwan The breakaway territory of Somaliland opened a representative office in Taipei on Wednesday in a move that has already drawn Beijing's ire. Read more Russia calls Germany's handling of requests on Navalny 'inappropriate' Russia's foreign minister criticized Germany on Wednesday over its handling of official requests by Moscow about the condition of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny. Read more US President Donald Trump nominated for Nobel Peace Prize 2021 US President Donald Trump has been nominated for the 2021 Nobel Prize for his efforts in normalising ties between Israel and the United Arab Emirates, and for facilitating the historic deal. Read more Rochester, New York, police chief resigns in wake of Daniel Prude's death Top police leaders in New York's third-largest city are retiring en masse amid criticism of the city's handling of the suffocation death of Daniel Prude, the mayor of Rochester has said. Read more American global aerospace company names spacecraft in honour of Kalpana Chawla American global aerospace and defense technology company Northrop Grumman has named the next Cygnus spacecraft after Dr Kalpana Chawla, the first woman of Indian descent to go to space. Read more Another Belarus opposition politician, Maxim Znak, is seized by masked men Belarus opposition politician Maxim Znak was detained on Wednesday by masked men wearing plain clothes, supporters said, as authorities extended a systematic campaign to round up the leaders of a month-long mass protest movement. Read more France initiates 150 probes into nationwide horse mutilations and killings Investigators in France officially opened more than 150 probes into the killings and mutilations of horses all over the country. Read more Report claims Australian intelligence raided Chinese journalists' homes China's state news agency have reported on Tuesday that Australian intelligence agency staff searched the homes of Chinese journalists in June, questioning them for several hours and removing their digital devices including mobile phones. Read more North Korea's de facto 2nd-in-command Kim Yo-jong disappears off public radar Kim Yo Jong, younger sister of North Korea's supreme leader Kim Jong Un, has appeared to have vanished from public view after last being pictured on July 27. Read more

Top 10 world news today: US announces reduction of troops in Iraq, Trump's Nobel nomination, and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russias-opposition-figure-navalny-who-was-poisoned-now-out-of-medically-induced-coma-325807" hreflang="en">Russia's opposition figure Navalny now out of medically induced coma</a>

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Russia's opposition figure Alexei Navalny, a fierce critic of Vladimir Putin, who was allegedly poisoned using a Soviet-era nerve agent Novichok has come out of the medically induced coma, according to the hospital in Berlin where he is being treated. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russias-opposition-figure-navalny-who-was-poisoned-now-out-of-medically-induced-coma-325807">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-rockets-to-hypersonic-missile-club-joins-the-ranks-of-us-russia-325778">India rockets to hypersonic missile club, joins the ranks of US, Russia</a>

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India on Monday joined the ranks of the hypersonic missile club by firing an indigenously-developed hypersonic technology demonstrator vehicle (HSTDV). <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-rockets-to-hypersonic-missile-club-joins-the-ranks-of-us-russia-325778">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/european-union-chief-warns-uk-must-respect-brexit-withdrawal-deal-325745">European Union chief warns UK must respect Brexit withdrawal deal</a>

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EU leader Ursula von der Leyen warned Monday that Britain is legally obliged to respect the Brexit withdrawal agreement, which must form the basis on any future relationship. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/european-union-chief-warns-uk-must-respect-brexit-withdrawal-deal-325745">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-to-impose-sanctions-on-31-senior-belarusian-officials-over-recent-election-report-325762">EU to impose sanctions on 31 senior Belarusian officials over recent election</a>

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The European Union is set to impose economic sanctions on 31 senior Belarusian officials, according to a Reuters report. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-to-impose-sanctions-on-31-senior-belarusian-officials-over-recent-election-report-325762">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-systems-of-justice-prevail-in-america-says-kamala-harris-325811" hreflang="en">Two systems of justice prevail in America, says Kamala Harris</a>

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Democratic US&nbsp;vice presidential candidate&nbsp;Kamala&nbsp;Harris&nbsp;said on Monday that the country has&nbsp;two systems of justice for Black and White Americans. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-systems-of-justice-prevail-in-america-says-kamala-harris-325811">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/want-permanent-fair-solution-to-palestinian-issue-saudi-king-to-trump-325647" hreflang="en">Want permanent, fair solution to Palestinian issue: Saudi King to Trump</a>

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Encouraging the United States' efforts to establish peace in the Middle East, Saudi Arabia’s King Salman has told US President Donald Trump that they wanted a fair and permanent solution to the Palestinian issue based on kingdom's Arab Peace Initiative, proposed in 2002. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/want-permanent-fair-solution-to-palestinian-issue-saudi-king-to-trump-325647">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mediterranean-crisis-greece-to-boost-military-amid-tension-with-turkey-325793" hreflang="en">Mediterranean crisis: Greece to boost military amid tension with Turkey</a>

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Greece will be bolstering its military with new armament programmes, a boost to military personnel and the development of the country's defence industry, the government spokesman said Monday. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mediterranean-crisis-greece-to-boost-military-amid-tension-with-turkey-325793">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/philippines-president-pardons-us-marine-in-transgender-killing-325802" hreflang="en">Philippines president pardons US marine in transgender killing</a>

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Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has granted an absolute pardon to a US marine convicted of killing a transgender woman, officials said Monday, drawing condemnation from rights groups. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/philippines-president-pardons-us-marine-in-transgender-killing-325802">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-top-seed-novak-djokovic-disqualified-from-us-open-after-hitting-judge-with-ball-325614">Watch: Top-seed Djokovic disqualified from US Open after hitting judge</a>

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Serbian tennis ace and World No 1 Novak Djokovic was disqualified from the US Open on Sunday after striking a female lines official in the throat with a ball. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-top-seed-novak-djokovic-disqualified-from-us-open-after-hitting-judge-with-ball-325614">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/protests-rage-across-hong-kong-after-delay-in-local-elections-325699">Protests rage across Hong Kong after delay in local elections</a>

Nearly 300 people were arrested by Hong Kong police on Sunday as riot officers swooped on democracy protesters opposed to the postponement of local elections. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/protests-rage-across-hong-kong-after-delay-in-local-elections-325699">Read more</a>

Russia's opposition figure Navalny now out of medically induced coma Russia's opposition figure Alexei Navalny, a fierce critic of Vladimir Putin, who was allegedly poisoned using a Soviet-era nerve agent Novichok has come out of the medically induced coma, according to the hospital in Berlin where he is being treated.

Russia's opposition figure Navalny now out of medically induced coma Russia's opposition figure Alexei Navalny, a fierce critic of Vladimir Putin, who was allegedly poisoned using a Soviet-era nerve agent Novichok has come out of the medically induced coma, according to the hospital in Berlin where he is being treated. Read more India rockets to hypersonic missile club, joins the ranks of US, Russia India on Monday joined the ranks of the hypersonic missile club by firing an indigenously-developed hypersonic technology demonstrator vehicle (HSTDV). Read more European Union chief warns UK must respect Brexit withdrawal deal EU leader Ursula von der Leyen warned Monday that Britain is legally obliged to respect the Brexit withdrawal agreement, which must form the basis on any future relationship. Read more EU to impose sanctions on 31 senior Belarusian officials over recent election The European Union is set to impose economic sanctions on 31 senior Belarusian officials, according to a Reuters report. Read more Two systems of justice prevail in America, says Kamala Harris Democratic US vice presidential candidate Kamala Harris said on Monday that the country has two systems of justice for Black and White Americans. Read more Want permanent, fair solution to Palestinian issue: Saudi King to Trump Encouraging the United States' efforts to establish peace in the Middle East, Saudi Arabia’s King Salman has told US President Donald Trump that they wanted a fair and permanent solution to the Palestinian issue based on kingdom's Arab Peace Initiative, proposed in 2002. Read more Mediterranean crisis: Greece to boost military amid tension with Turkey Greece will be bolstering its military with new armament programmes, a boost to military personnel and the development of the country's defence industry, the government spokesman said Monday. Read more Philippines president pardons US marine in transgender killing Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has granted an absolute pardon to a US marine convicted of killing a transgender woman, officials said Monday, drawing condemnation from rights groups. Read more Watch: Top-seed Djokovic disqualified from US Open after hitting judge Serbian tennis ace and World No 1 Novak Djokovic was disqualified from the US Open on Sunday after striking a female lines official in the throat with a ball. Read more Protests rage across Hong Kong after delay in local elections Nearly 300 people were arrested by Hong Kong police on Sunday as riot officers swooped on democracy protesters opposed to the postponement of local elections. Read more

Top 10 world news today: Navalny out of coma, India tests hypersonic missile and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-says-he-gets-along-with-putin-amid-international-criticism-of-russian-aggression-325387">Trump says he 'gets along' with Putin amid international criticism of Russia</a>

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Trump appeared starkly out of step with the leaders of Britain and Germany, who have expressed outrage at the attack on Navalny. He called it "tragic" but emphasising that he has a good relationship with Putin.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/rescue-operation-for-ship-survivors-suspended-as-typhoon-haishen-nears-japan-alerts-issued-325385">Rescue operation for ship survivors suspended as Typhoon Haishen nears Japan</a>

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The typhoon Haishen is expected to hit Japan soon with winds of up to 290 kilometres per hour (180 miles per hour).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/three-in-four-adults-would-get-a-covid-19-vaccine-if-available-survey-325435">Three in four adults would get a COVID-19 vaccine, if available: Survey</a>

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On behalf of World Economic Forum, Ipsos MORI conducted a survey of nearly 20,000 adults from 27 countries.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-ends-anti-racism-training-sessions-in-federal-governments-calls-it-un-american-325402">Trump ends anti-racism training sessions in federal governments</a>

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The order has come at a time when the US is already burning by clash of police against the people standing in solidarity with the African-American community in the US.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-tapes-reveal-former-us-president-richard-nixons-hatred-towards-indians-325427">New tapes reveal former US president Richard Nixon's 'hatred' towards Indians</a>

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Newly declassified White House tapes disclose former US president Richard Nixon spoke disparagingly about Indians and reveal the bigotry he and his national security advisor Henry Kissinger held.

<a href="wionews.com/world/new-mali-junta-opens-talks-on-transition-to-civilian-rule-325415">New Mali junta opens talks on transition to civilian rule</a>

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The West African country has long been plagued by chronic instability, a simmering jihadist revolt, ethnic violence and endemic corruption, prompting a clique of rebel colonels to detain elderly President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita last month.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/satellite-images-suggest-north-korea-may-be-preparing-to-launch-submarine-missile-us-think-tank-325354">Satellite images suggest North Korea may be preparing to launch submarine missile: US think tank</a>

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The Center for Strategic and International Studies said satellite images showed that North Korea may be ready to test a medium-range submarine-based missile.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/not-even-an-inch-will-be-ceded-indias-defence-minister-told-chinese-counterpart-in-moscow-meet-325392">Not even an inch will be ceded: India's defence minister told Chinese counterpart in Moscow meet</a>

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A source said the defence minister told the Chinese side that India will "not cede an inch of land" and was "determined to protect integrity and sovereignty of the country at all cost".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/niger-soldiers-executed-dozens-of-civilians-probe-says-325423">Niger soldiers executed dozens of civilians, probe says</a>

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The West African nation has suffered years of conflict with Islamic militants operating in the vast and inhospitable Sahel desert, with thousands of soldiers and civilians killed to date.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-climate-activists-disrupt-newspaper-distribution-through-protests-325421">UK: Climate activists disrupt newspaper distribution through protests</a>

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In addition to blocking the roads with vehicles, the protestors also attached themselves to various other barricades, making it impossible for anyone to pass through.

Trump says he 'gets along' with Putin amid international criticism of Russia Trump appeared starkly out of step with the leaders of Britain and Germany, who have expressed outrage at the attack on Navalny.

Trump says he 'gets along' with Putin amid international criticism of Russia Trump appeared starkly out of step with the leaders of Britain and Germany, who have expressed outrage at the attack on Navalny. He called it "tragic" but emphasising that he has a good relationship with Putin. Rescue operation for ship survivors suspended as Typhoon Haishen nears Japan The typhoon Haishen is expected to hit Japan soon with winds of up to 290 kilometres per hour (180 miles per hour). Three in four adults would get a COVID-19 vaccine, if available: Survey On behalf of World Economic Forum, Ipsos MORI conducted a survey of nearly 20,000 adults from 27 countries. Trump ends anti-racism training sessions in federal governments The order has come at a time when the US is already burning by clash of police against the people standing in solidarity with the African-American community in the US. New tapes reveal former US president Richard Nixon's 'hatred' towards Indians Newly declassified White House tapes disclose former US president Richard Nixon spoke disparagingly about Indians and reveal the bigotry he and his national security advisor Henry Kissinger held. New Mali junta opens talks on transition to civilian rule The West African country has long been plagued by chronic instability, a simmering jihadist revolt, ethnic violence and endemic corruption, prompting a clique of rebel colonels to detain elderly President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita last month. Satellite images suggest North Korea may be preparing to launch submarine missile: US think tank The Center for Strategic and International Studies said satellite images showed that North Korea may be ready to test a medium-range submarine-based missile. Not even an inch will be ceded: India's defence minister told Chinese counterpart in Moscow meet A source said the defence minister told the Chinese side that India will "not cede an inch of land" and was "determined to protect integrity and sovereignty of the country at all cost". Niger soldiers executed dozens of civilians, probe says The West African nation has suffered years of conflict with Islamic militants operating in the vast and inhospitable Sahel desert, with thousands of soldiers and civilians killed to date. UK: Climate activists disrupt newspaper distribution through protests In addition to blocking the roads with vehicles, the protestors also attached themselves to various other barricades, making it impossible for anyone to pass through.

Top 10 world news today: Typhoon Haishen nears Japan, Trump ends anti-racism training sessions and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-carries-out-secretive-launch-of-reusable-experimental-spacecraft-325258">China carries out secretive launch of reusable experimental spacecraft</a>

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China on Friday successfully launched a reusable experimental spacecraft whose mission details have been kept secret.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/big-blow-to-china-as-thailand-scraps-kra-canal-project-325142">Big blow to China as Thailand scraps KRA canal project</a>

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Thailand on Thursday announced it will scrap a Chinese led-KRA canal project under which Beijing wanted to build a bypass to the Strait of Malacca.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-defies-west-sanctions-after-natos-emergency-meeting-over-navalny-325249">Russia defies West sanctions after NATO's emergency meeting over Navalny</a>

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NATO called an emergency meeting on this matter and alliance chief Jens Stoltenberg said all countries were united in condemning this 'horrific' attack on the 44-year-old opposition politician.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/defence-ministry-calls-viral-video-fake-news-that-claimed-taiwan-bringing-down-chinese-jet-325208">Defence ministry calls viral video 'fake news' that claimed Taiwan bringing down Chinese jet</a>

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After a video went viral on social media, which claimed Taiwan shooting down a Chinese aircraft, Ministry of National Defense of the Republic of China confirmed on Friday that the information is "false" and "completely untrue".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/i-am-innocent-prime-suspect-of-charlie-hebdo-shooting-declines-all-accusations-325255">'I am innocent': Prime suspect of Charlie Hebdo shooting declines all accusations</a>

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He has been accused of providing the weapons used by the three gunmen and is facing trial for the charge of complicity in a terrorist act.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/lac-tensions-indian-chinese-defence-ministers-to-meet-in-moscow-in-few-hours-325218">LAC tensions: Indian, Chinese defence ministers to meet in Moscow in few hours</a>

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Chinese Defence Minister General Wei Fenghe had requested for a meet with Indian defence minister Rajnath Singh. Both the defence ministers are in Moscow for the SCO defence minister meeting.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-election-2020-twitter-places-notice-on-trumps-tweets-of-double-voting-325197">Twitter places notice on Trump's tweets of double voting</a>

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White House spokeswoman Kayleigh McEnany, after Twitter's decision, said, the US President 'does not condone unlawful voting'.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-vaccine-passes-early-trial-test-325212">Russia vaccine 'passes early trial test'</a>

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Patients involved in early tests of a Russian coronavirus vaccine developed antibodies with "no serious adverse events", according to research published in The Lancet Friday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/white-house-asks-us-agencies-to-detail-all-china-related-funding-325198">White House asks US agencies to detail all China-related funding</a>

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The White House has asked U.S. government agencies for extensive details of any funding that seeks to counter China`s global influence and business practices, or supports Beijing.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/maryam-nawaz-300-pml-n-workers-booked-under-terrorism-charges-for-clash-outside-nab-office-325248">Maryam Nawaz, 300 PML-N workers booked under terrorism charges for clash outside NAB office</a>

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PML-N has protested inclusion of terrorism charges in the FIR, saying this has been done at the best of Prime Minister Imran Khan.

China carries out secretive launch of reusable experimental spacecraft China on Friday successfully launched a reusable experimental spacecraft whose mission details have been kept secret.

China carries out secretive launch of reusable experimental spacecraft China on Friday successfully launched a reusable experimental spacecraft whose mission details have been kept secret. Big blow to China as Thailand scraps KRA canal project Thailand on Thursday announced it will scrap a Chinese led-KRA canal project under which Beijing wanted to build a bypass to the Strait of Malacca. Russia defies West sanctions after NATO's emergency meeting over Navalny NATO called an emergency meeting on this matter and alliance chief Jens Stoltenberg said all countries were united in condemning this 'horrific' attack on the 44-year-old opposition politician. Defence ministry calls viral video 'fake news' that claimed Taiwan bringing down Chinese jet After a video went viral on social media, which claimed Taiwan shooting down a Chinese aircraft, Ministry of National Defense of the Republic of China confirmed on Friday that the information is "false" and "completely untrue". 'I am innocent': Prime suspect of Charlie Hebdo shooting declines all accusations He has been accused of providing the weapons used by the three gunmen and is facing trial for the charge of complicity in a terrorist act. LAC tensions: Indian, Chinese defence ministers to meet in Moscow in few hours Chinese Defence Minister General Wei Fenghe had requested for a meet with Indian defence minister Rajnath Singh. Both the defence ministers are in Moscow for the SCO defence minister meeting. Twitter places notice on Trump's tweets of double voting White House spokeswoman Kayleigh McEnany, after Twitter's decision, said, the US President 'does not condone unlawful voting'. Russia vaccine 'passes early trial test' Patients involved in early tests of a Russian coronavirus vaccine developed antibodies with "no serious adverse events", according to research published in The Lancet Friday. White House asks US agencies to detail all China-related funding The White House has asked U.S. government agencies for extensive details of any funding that seeks to counter China`s global influence and business practices, or supports Beijing. Maryam Nawaz, 300 PML-N workers booked under terrorism charges for clash outside NAB office PML-N has protested inclusion of terrorism charges in the FIR, saying this has been done at the best of Prime Minister Imran Khan.

Top 10 world news: Russian vaccine passes early test, Charlie Hebdo trial & more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/head-of-world-chemical-arms-watchdog-expresses-concern-over-navalnys-poisoning-case-325029">Head of world chemical arms watchdog expresses 'concern' over Navalny's poisoning case</a>

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The head of the world chemical arms watchdog, Fernando Arias has said that the body was ready to help any member country that asked for its assistance.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-banning-indians-malaysia-adds-us-uk-and-france-citizens-to-no-entry-list-324971">After banning Indians, Malaysia adds US, UK and France citizens to 'no entry' list</a>

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As per the notification that came on Tuesday, all immigrants returning to the country from these countries will not be granted entry, starting from September 07.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-threatens-to-cut-federal-funding-for-lawless-cities-325022">Donald Trump threatens to cut federal funding for 'lawless' cities</a>

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The decision was not welcomed by few of the Governors who feel that Trump's cut-back comes at a point when the states need more funding due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-are-not-doing-enough-ethiopia-admits-not-helping-enough-to-assist-migrants-in-saudi-325041">'We are not doing enough': Ethiopia admits not helping enough to assist migrants in Saudi</a>

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The statement came after the Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed faced immense criticism at home and from overseas for facilitating the return of the migrants who got stuck due to the coronavirus pandemic.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-court-finds-apple-daily-founder-jimmy-lai-not-guilty-in-criminal-intimidation-case-324942">Hong Kong court finds Apple Daily founder Jimmy Lai not guilty in criminal intimidation case</a>

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The judge reportedly said that she found "insufficient evidence" asserting that Apple Daily's founder did not mean to harm a reporter during the 2017 incident.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-defends-intelligence-report-on-russians-claim-about-joe-bidens-mental-health-324962">US defends intelligence report on Russians claim about Joe Biden's mental health</a>

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The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on Wednesday defended its move to withhold distribution of an intelligence report that said Russia was trying to portray Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden as mentally unstable.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/one-person-rescued-after-cargo-ship-with-43-people-sank-off-japan-due-to-typhoon-324916">One person rescued after cargo ship with 43 people sank off Japan due to typhoon</a>

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A cargo ship, which carried 43 crew members and nearly 6,000 cows, sank after encountering a typhoon in the East China Sea, one of the rescued survivors said on Thursday.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pandemic-threatens-refugee-childrens-limited-schooling-un-324976">Pandemic threatens refugee children's limited schooling: UN</a>

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While the UNHCR said a shift in methodology made it difficult to compare with data from previous years, it noted the statistics, dire as they look, actually represent a small improvement.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/daniel-prude-video-shows-black-man-suffocating-after-cops-put-hood-on-his-head-in-us-324886">Daniel Prude: Video shows black man suffocating after cops put hood on his head in US</a>

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A black man who had run naked through the streets of a western New York city died of asphyxiation after a group of police officers put a hood over his head, then pressed his face into the pavement for two minutes.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/steroids-cut-death-rates-among-critically-ill-covid-19-patients-study-324949">Steroids cut death rates among critically ill COVID-19 patients: Study</a>

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Treating critically ill COVID-19 patients with corticosteroid drugs reduces the risk of death by 20%, an analysis of seven international trials found on Wednesday, prompting the World Health Organisation to update its advice on treatment.

Head of world chemical arms watchdog expresses 'concern' over Navalny's poisoning case The head of the world chemical arms watchdog, Fernando Arias has said that the body was ready to help any member country that asked for its assistance.

Head of world chemical arms watchdog expresses 'concern' over Navalny's poisoning case The head of the world chemical arms watchdog, Fernando Arias has said that the body was ready to help any member country that asked for its assistance. After banning Indians, Malaysia adds US, UK and France citizens to 'no entry' list As per the notification that came on Tuesday, all immigrants returning to the country from these countries will not be granted entry, starting from September 07. Donald Trump threatens to cut federal funding for 'lawless' cities The decision was not welcomed by few of the Governors who feel that Trump's cut-back comes at a point when the states need more funding due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. 'We are not doing enough': Ethiopia admits not helping enough to assist migrants in Saudi The statement came after the Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed faced immense criticism at home and from overseas for facilitating the return of the migrants who got stuck due to the coronavirus pandemic. Hong Kong court finds Apple Daily founder Jimmy Lai not guilty in criminal intimidation case The judge reportedly said that she found "insufficient evidence" asserting that Apple Daily's founder did not mean to harm a reporter during the 2017 incident. US defends intelligence report on Russians claim about Joe Biden's mental health The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on Wednesday defended its move to withhold distribution of an intelligence report that said Russia was trying to portray Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden as mentally unstable. One person rescued after cargo ship with 43 people sank off Japan due to typhoon A cargo ship, which carried 43 crew members and nearly 6,000 cows, sank after encountering a typhoon in the East China Sea, one of the rescued survivors said on Thursday. Pandemic threatens refugee children's limited schooling: UN While the UNHCR said a shift in methodology made it difficult to compare with data from previous years, it noted the statistics, dire as they look, actually represent a small improvement. Daniel Prude: Video shows black man suffocating after cops put hood on his head in US A black man who had run naked through the streets of a western New York city died of asphyxiation after a group of police officers put a hood over his head, then pressed his face into the pavement for two minutes. Steroids cut death rates among critically ill COVID-19 patients: Study Treating critically ill COVID-19 patients with corticosteroid drugs reduces the risk of death by 20%, an analysis of seven international trials found on Wednesday, prompting the World Health Organisation to update its advice on treatment.

Top 10 world news today: Navalny's poisoning case, typhoon in East China Sea and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-opposition-leader-navalny-was-poisoned-with-soviet-era-nerve-agent-novichok-germany-324771">Navalny was poisoned with Soviet-era nerve agent Novichok: Germany</a>

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German government on Wednesday said that based on the tests performed on Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, it is likely that he was poisoned with a Soviet-era nerve agent called “Novichok”.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/entire-world-beginning-to-unite-against-china-says-us-secretary-of-state-mike-pompeo-324734">Entire world beginning to unite against China, says US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo</a>

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India, Australia, Japan and South Korea are all set to join US to push back Beijing on every front, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has said. He said that the entire world is standing against the unfair practices and aggression of China.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/now-taiwan-unveils-new-passport-design-to-resolve-china-confusion-324671">Now, Taiwan unveils new passport design to resolve China confusion</a>

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Taiwan&nbsp;has complained during the outbreak that its nationals have encountered problems entering other countries, as&nbsp;Taiwanese passports have the words 'Republic of China', its formal name, written in large English font at the top, with 'Taiwan'&nbsp;printed at the bottom.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/french-president-macron-backs-iraq-sovereignty-on-first-baghdad-visit-324748">French President Macron backs Iraq 'sovereignty' on first Baghdad visit</a>

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The trip aims to "launch an initiative alongside the United Nations to support a process of sovereignty," Macron announced on his final night in Beirut.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trumps-campaign-in-danger-as-most-americans-see-coronavirus-not-crime-as-top-issue-poll-324741">Trump's campaign in danger as most Americans see coronavirus, not crime as top issue: Poll</a>

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Majority of Americans do not perceive crime as the primary problem and are actually sympathetic towards the ongoing protests against systemic racism.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thai-king-restores-titles-to-once-disgraced-royal-consort-324753">Thai king restores titles to once-disgraced royal consort</a>

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The announcement comes as Thailand is roiled by anti-government protests during which demands have also been made for curbs to newly expanded powers of the king.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-prime-minister-mikhail-mishustin-to-visit-belarus-on-september-3-324709">Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin to visit Belarus on September 3</a>

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Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin will visit Belarus on Thursday, Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Wednesday, after weeks of protests in Minsk against a disputed presidential election.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/three-players-including-neymar-test-positive-in-paris-st-germain-324779">Three players including Neymar test positive in Paris St Germain</a>

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According to the report by L'Equipe, Neymar, &nbsp;Ángel Di María, and Leandro Paredes have tested positive for coronavirus, however, this has not been confirmed by the Ligue 1 club.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/direct-flights-between-israel-and-uae-will-continue-says-prime-minister-netanyahu-324746">Direct flights between Israel and UAE will continue, says Prime Minister Netanyahu</a>

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"Israeli planes and those from all countries will be able to fly directly from Israel to Abu Dhabi and Dubai, and back," Netanyahu said, without giving any timeline.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-bans-118-more-chinese-mobile-apps-including-pubg-324745">India bans 118 more Chinese mobile apps, including PUBG</a>

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As per the Union government, they were engaged in activities that are prejudicial to sovereignty, integrity and security of the state.&nbsp;

Navalny was poisoned with Soviet-era nerve agent Novichok: Germany German government on Wednesday said that based on the tests performed on Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, it is likely that he was poisoned with a Soviet-era nerve agent called “Novichok”.

Navalny was poisoned with Soviet-era nerve agent Novichok: Germany German government on Wednesday said that based on the tests performed on Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, it is likely that he was poisoned with a Soviet-era nerve agent called “Novichok”. Entire world beginning to unite against China, says US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo India, Australia, Japan and South Korea are all set to join US to push back Beijing on every front, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has said. He said that the entire world is standing against the unfair practices and aggression of China. Now, Taiwan unveils new passport design to resolve China confusion Taiwan has complained during the outbreak that its nationals have encountered problems entering other countries, as Taiwanese passports have the words 'Republic of China', its formal name, written in large English font at the top, with 'Taiwan' printed at the bottom. French President Macron backs Iraq 'sovereignty' on first Baghdad visit The trip aims to "launch an initiative alongside the United Nations to support a process of sovereignty," Macron announced on his final night in Beirut. Trump's campaign in danger as most Americans see coronavirus, not crime as top issue: Poll Majority of Americans do not perceive crime as the primary problem and are actually sympathetic towards the ongoing protests against systemic racism. Thai king restores titles to once-disgraced royal consort The announcement comes as Thailand is roiled by anti-government protests during which demands have also been made for curbs to newly expanded powers of the king. Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin to visit Belarus on September 3 Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin will visit Belarus on Thursday, Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Wednesday, after weeks of protests in Minsk against a disputed presidential election. Three players including Neymar test positive in Paris St Germain According to the report by L'Equipe, Neymar, Ángel Di María, and Leandro Paredes have tested positive for coronavirus, however, this has not been confirmed by the Ligue 1 club. Direct flights between Israel and UAE will continue, says Prime Minister Netanyahu "Israeli planes and those from all countries will be able to fly directly from Israel to Abu Dhabi and Dubai, and back," Netanyahu said, without giving any timeline. India bans 118 more Chinese mobile apps, including PUBG As per the Union government, they were engaged in activities that are prejudicial to sovereignty, integrity and security of the state.

Top 10 world news today: Navalny was poisoned, Taiwan to redesign passport and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/a-woman-from-wuhan-is-suing-china-for-her-fathers-death-due-to-covid-19-324525" hreflang="en">A woman from Wuhan is suing China for her father's death due to COVID-19</a>

Lei’s father had got infected with coronavirus in the end of January

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/creation-is-groaning-pope-francis-urges-countries-to-follow-paris-climate-agreement-324509" hreflang="en">'Creation is groaning': Pope Francis urges countries to follow Paris Climate Agreement</a>

"Modern society had pushed the planet beyond its limits and the time to fix a climate emergency was running out", he said

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/delivering-super-cooled-covid-19-vaccine-a-daunting-challenge-for-some-countries-324491" hreflang="en">Delivering super-cooled COVID-19 vaccine a daunting challenge for some countries</a>

Companies developing vaccines requiring exceptional cold storage, such as Moderna and CureVac, are working hard to make their injections last longer in transit

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/lawsuit-says-mcdonalds-discriminates-against-black-franchisees-324489" hreflang="en">Lawsuit says McDonald's discriminates against Black franchisees</a>

In a complaint seeking up to $1 billion of damages, the plaintiffs said McDonald's has not offered profitable restaurant locations and growth opportunities to Black franchisees

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/texts-books-and-face-masks-europes-children-return-to-school-324487" hreflang="en">Texts books and face masks, Europe's children return to school</a>

Hand cleansing stations, social distancing and staggered play time will become the new normal as countries across Europe seek ways to get children back into the classroom

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-will-never-give-up-charlie-hebdo-says-republishing-prophet-mohammads-cartoon-324490" hreflang="en">‘We will never give up’: Charlie Hebdo says republishing Prophet Mohammad's cartoon</a>

"We will never lie down. We will never give up," wrote its director Laurent "Riss" Sourisseau in an editorial to go with the republication of the cartoons in its latest edition.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/singing-dogs-that-were-believed-to-be-extinct-resurface-in-papua-324556" hreflang="en">'Singing dogs' that were believed to be extinct resurface in Papua</a>

An extremely rare breed of dogs which was for long believed to be extinct, has resurfaced

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uae-disgraced-forever-by-making-a-deal-with-israel-irans-khamenei-324485" hreflang="en">UAE 'disgraced forever' by making a deal with Israel: Iran's Khamenei</a>

Owing to growing fears surrounding Iran, the deal marked first such correspondence between an Arab country and Israel in&nbsp;over 20 years

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/timeline-from-devastating-beirut-blast-to-new-lebanese-government-324543" hreflang="en">Timeline: From devastating Beirut blast to new Lebanese government</a>

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From the Beirut port blast to the nomination of a new premier, here are developments in&nbsp;Lebanon&nbsp;as French President Emmanuel Macron visits on the centenary of the foundation of Greater&nbsp;Lebanon.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/millions-of-children-return-to-schools-across-world-heres-the-list-of-countries-324523" hreflang="en">Millions of children return to schools across world: Here's the list of countries</a>

Millions of mask-wearing&nbsp;children headed back to school after summer holidays despite rising numbers of coronavirus infections.

A woman from Wuhan is suing China for her father's death due to COVID-19 Lei’s father had got infected with coronavirus in the end of January 'Creation is groaning': Pope Francis urges countries to follow Paris Climate Agreement "Modern society had pushed the planet beyond its limits and the time to fix a climate emergency was running out", he said Delivering super-cooled COVID-19 vaccine a daunting challenge for some countries Companies developing vaccines requiring exceptional cold storage, such as Moderna and CureVac, are working hard to make their injections last longer in transit Lawsuit says McDonald's discriminates against Black franchisees In a complaint seeking up to $1 billion of damages, the plaintiffs said McDonald's has not offered profitable restaurant locations and growth opportunities to Black franchisees Texts books and face masks, Europe's children return to school Hand cleansing stations, social distancing and staggered play time will become the new normal as countries across Europe seek ways to get children back into the classroom ‘We will never give up’: Charlie Hebdo says republishing Prophet Mohammad's cartoon "We will never lie down.

A woman from Wuhan is suing China for her father's death due to COVID-19 Lei’s father had got infected with coronavirus in the end of January 'Creation is groaning': Pope Francis urges countries to follow Paris Climate Agreement "Modern society had pushed the planet beyond its limits and the time to fix a climate emergency was running out", he said Delivering super-cooled COVID-19 vaccine a daunting challenge for some countries Companies developing vaccines requiring exceptional cold storage, such as Moderna and CureVac, are working hard to make their injections last longer in transit Lawsuit says McDonald's discriminates against Black franchisees In a complaint seeking up to $1 billion of damages, the plaintiffs said McDonald's has not offered profitable restaurant locations and growth opportunities to Black franchisees Texts books and face masks, Europe's children return to school Hand cleansing stations, social distancing and staggered play time will become the new normal as countries across Europe seek ways to get children back into the classroom ‘We will never give up’: Charlie Hebdo says republishing Prophet Mohammad's cartoon "We will never lie down. We will never give up," wrote its director Laurent "Riss" Sourisseau in an editorial to go with the republication of the cartoons in its latest edition. 'Singing dogs' that were believed to be extinct resurface in Papua An extremely rare breed of dogs which was for long believed to be extinct, has resurfaced UAE 'disgraced forever' by making a deal with Israel: Iran's Khamenei Owing to growing fears surrounding Iran, the deal marked first such correspondence between an Arab country and Israel in over 20 years Timeline: From devastating Beirut blast to new Lebanese government From the Beirut port blast to the nomination of a new premier, here are developments in Lebanon as French President Emmanuel Macron visits on the centenary of the foundation of Greater Lebanon. Millions of children return to schools across world: Here's the list of countries Millions of mask-wearing children headed back to school after summer holidays despite rising numbers of coronavirus infections.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/baltic-states-hit-lukashenko-other-belarus-officials-with-sanctions-324284" hreflang="en">Baltic states hit Lukashenko, other Belarus officials with sanctions</a>

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The three Baltic states have led calls for the West to take firmer action against Lukashenko, who is accused by opponents and the West of rigging an election to prolong his 26-year rule

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-israeli-delegation-lands-in-abu-dhabi-on-historic-flight-324286" hreflang="en">US-Israeli delegation lands in Abu Dhabi on historic flight</a>

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Jared Kushner, President Donald Trump's son-in-law and White House advisor, was on board Flight 971 of Israel's national carrier El Al as part of the delegation who were to meet with UAE officials

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/relatives-of-mh17-crash-to-seek-damages-from-suspects-lawyers-say-324312" hreflang="en">Relatives of MH17 crash to seek damages from suspects, lawyers say</a>

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The suspects - three Russians and a Ukrainian - are being tried for murder and shooting down the passenger plane over eastern Ukraine

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uae-sends-medical-aid-to-war-torn-syria-battling-coronavirus-324296" hreflang="en">UAE sends medical aid to war-torn Syria battling coronavirus</a>

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Prince Mohammed took to Twitter and assured Assad of "the support of the UAE and its willingness to help the Syrian people" combat COVID-19.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-expels-diplomats-from-the-slovak-embassy-in-a-tit-for-tat-move-324288" hreflang="en">Russia expels diplomats from the Slovak embassy in a tit-for-tat move</a>

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Russian foreign ministry called Slovakia's move to remove their diplomatic staff as an "unfriendly step" that contradicted the "traditional spirit" of shared ties.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/life-changing-journey-new-bus-trip-will-take-you-from-delhi-to-london-in-70-days-324278" hreflang="en">'Life-changing journey': New bus trip will take you from Delhi to London in 70 days</a>

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This bus will cross 18 countries over 70 days. During the journey, passengers will be allowed to "hop off" and explore different locations on the way.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/lebanon-names-mustapha-adib-its-germany-envoy-as-new-prime-minister-324276" hreflang="en">Lebanon names Mustapha Adib, its Germany envoy, as new prime minister</a>

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The presidency made the announcement in a televised statement as Adib arrived at the palace in Baabda near Beirut to meet President Michel Aoun and parliament speaker Nabih Berri.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-cases-in-us-top-6-million-mexicos-toll-surpasses-64000-324274" hreflang="en">Coronavirus cases in US top 6 million; Mexico’s toll surpasses 64,000</a>

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As many as 25,377,704 people around the world have been diagnosed with Covid-19. While more than 17,700,781 have recovered, 850,149 have died so far.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/wuhan-food-markets-are-selling-wild-animals-again-324272" hreflang="en">Wuhan food markets are selling wild animals, again</a>

According to The Paper, in Wuhan Tiansheng Street Vegetable Market and Changchun Road Vegetable Market, many merchants are selling wild frogs.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-lacks-formal-combat-capability-to-assault-us-taiwan-324271" hreflang="en">China lacks 'formal combat capability' to assault us: Taiwan</a>

China views Taiwan as its sovereign territory and is amping up military activities

Baltic states hit Lukashenko, other Belarus officials with sanctions The three Baltic states have led calls for the West to take firmer action against Lukashenko, who is accused by opponents and the West of rigging an election to prolong his 26-year rule US-Israeli delegation lands in Abu Dhabi on historic flight Jared Kushner, President Donald Trump's son-in-law and White House advisor, was on board Flight 971 of Israel's national carrier El Al as part of the delegation who were to meet with UAE officials Relatives of MH17 crash to seek damages from suspects, lawyers say The suspects - three Russians and a Ukrainian - are being tried for murder and shooting down the passenger plane over eastern Ukraine UAE sends medical aid to war-torn Syria battling coronavirus Prince Mohammed took to Twitter and assured Assad of "the support of the UAE and its willingness to help the Syrian people" combat COVID-19.

Baltic states hit Lukashenko, other Belarus officials with sanctions The three Baltic states have led calls for the West to take firmer action against Lukashenko, who is accused by opponents and the West of rigging an election to prolong his 26-year rule US-Israeli delegation lands in Abu Dhabi on historic flight Jared Kushner, President Donald Trump's son-in-law and White House advisor, was on board Flight 971 of Israel's national carrier El Al as part of the delegation who were to meet with UAE officials Relatives of MH17 crash to seek damages from suspects, lawyers say The suspects - three Russians and a Ukrainian - are being tried for murder and shooting down the passenger plane over eastern Ukraine UAE sends medical aid to war-torn Syria battling coronavirus Prince Mohammed took to Twitter and assured Assad of "the support of the UAE and its willingness to help the Syrian people" combat COVID-19. Russia expels diplomats from the Slovak embassy in a tit-for-tat move Russian foreign ministry called Slovakia's move to remove their diplomatic staff as an "unfriendly step" that contradicted the "traditional spirit" of shared ties. 'Life-changing journey': New bus trip will take you from Delhi to London in 70 days This bus will cross 18 countries over 70 days. During the journey, passengers will be allowed to "hop off" and explore different locations on the way. Lebanon names Mustapha Adib, its Germany envoy, as new prime minister The presidency made the announcement in a televised statement as Adib arrived at the palace in Baabda near Beirut to meet President Michel Aoun and parliament speaker Nabih Berri. Coronavirus cases in US top 6 million; Mexico’s toll surpasses 64,000 As many as 25,377,704 people around the world have been diagnosed with Covid-19. While more than 17,700,781 have recovered, 850,149 have died so far. Wuhan food markets are selling wild animals, again According to The Paper, in Wuhan Tiansheng Street Vegetable Market and Changchun Road Vegetable Market, many merchants are selling wild frogs. China lacks 'formal combat capability' to assault us: Taiwan China views Taiwan as its sovereign territory and is amping up military activities

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/french-government-investigates-senior-military-officer-over-security-breach-324110" hreflang="en">French government investigates senior military officer over 'security breach'</a>

However, Europe 1 said the officer was a lieutenant-colonel stationed with NATO in Italy and had been placed under investigation on suspicion of spying for Russia.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/half-of-lebanons-population-could-face-food-crisis-after-beirut-port-blast-un-324103" hreflang="en">Half of Lebanon's population could face food crisis after Beirut port blast: UN</a>

"Immediate measures should be taken to prevent a food crisis," ESCWA executive secretary Rola Dashti said.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/from-olympic-medalists-to-head-coaches-belarusian-athletes-sign-letter-condemning-rigged-polls-324101" hreflang="en">From Olympic medalists to head coaches: Belarusian athletes sign letter condemning rigged polls</a>

The letter also demanded an end to police violence and the release of all political prisoners.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/french-president-joins-outrage-after-magazine-shows-black-mp-as-a-slave-324099" hreflang="en">French President joins outrage after magazine shows black MP as a slave</a>

The French presidency said Macron called Danielle Obono from the far-left party France Unbowed and "expressed his clear condemnation of any form of racism".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/40-of-worlds-total-number-of-confirmed-covid-19-cases-are-in-us-and-brazil-report-324083" hreflang="en">40% of world's total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases are in US and Brazil: Report</a>

At least 25,029,250 people have been infected with the respiratory disease, of whom 842,915 have died.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/group-of-turkish-asylum-seekers-reach-greek-island-via-boats-coast-guards-324081" hreflang="en">Group of Turkish asylum-seekers reach Greek island via boats: Coast guards</a>

These asylum-seekers were rescued by the Greek coast guard as it approached the shore on Saturday.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/beirut-port-blast-death-toll-rises-to-190-324071" hreflang="en">Beirut port blast death toll rises to 190</a>

The army said on Saturday that seven people were still missing - three Lebanese, three Syrians and one Egyptian. It was not immediately clear if some had since been found.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/german-govt-condemns-unacceptable-attempt-to-storm-reichstag-324073" hreflang="en">German govt condemns 'unacceptable' attempt to storm Reichstag</a>

The Reichstag is the "symbolic centre of our democracy", Interior Minister Horst Seehofer told Sunday's edition of the Bild newspaper.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/lake-turns-into-graveyard-for-migrants-in-turkey-324065" hreflang="en">Lake turns into graveyard for migrants in Turkey</a>

The sinking of two boats in June and December, claiming 68 lives in all, underscores the perils of a route used to circumnavigate checkpoints set up across the rugged eastern terrain of Turkey,…

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/tears-gloves-masks-thousands-shiite-pilgrims-come-out-to-mark-ashura-in-city-of-karbala-324095" hreflang="en">Tears, gloves, masks: Thousands Shiite pilgrims come out to mark Ashura in city of Karbala</a>

Thousands of tearful Shiite pilgrims wearing gloves and masks flooded Iraq's holy city of Karbala on Sunday to mark Ashura, in one of the largest Muslim gatherings since the Covid-19 pandemic began.

French government investigates senior military officer over 'security breach' However, Europe 1 said the officer was a lieutenant-colonel stationed with NATO in Italy and had been placed under investigation on suspicion of spying for Russia.

French government investigates senior military officer over 'security breach' However, Europe 1 said the officer was a lieutenant-colonel stationed with NATO in Italy and had been placed under investigation on suspicion of spying for Russia. Half of Lebanon's population could face food crisis after Beirut port blast: UN "Immediate measures should be taken to prevent a food crisis," ESCWA executive secretary Rola Dashti said. From Olympic medalists to head coaches: Belarusian athletes sign letter condemning rigged polls The letter also demanded an end to police violence and the release of all political prisoners. French President joins outrage after magazine shows black MP as a slave The French presidency said Macron called Danielle Obono from the far-left party France Unbowed and "expressed his clear condemnation of any form of racism". 40% of world's total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases are in US and Brazil: Report At least 25,029,250 people have been infected with the respiratory disease, of whom 842,915 have died. Group of Turkish asylum-seekers reach Greek island via boats: Coast guards These asylum-seekers were rescued by the Greek coast guard as it approached the shore on Saturday. Beirut port blast death toll rises to 190 The army said on Saturday that seven people were still missing - three Lebanese, three Syrians and one Egyptian. It was not immediately clear if some had since been found. German govt condemns 'unacceptable' attempt to storm Reichstag The Reichstag is the "symbolic centre of our democracy", Interior Minister Horst Seehofer told Sunday's edition of the Bild newspaper. Lake turns into graveyard for migrants in Turkey The sinking of two boats in June and December, claiming 68 lives in all, underscores the perils of a route used to circumnavigate checkpoints set up across the rugged eastern terrain of Turkey,… Tears, gloves, masks: Thousands Shiite pilgrims come out to mark Ashura in city of Karbala Thousands of tearful Shiite pilgrims wearing gloves and masks flooded Iraq's holy city of Karbala on Sunday to mark Ashura, in one of the largest Muslim gatherings since the Covid-19 pandemic began.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/military-will-not-play-any-role-in-us-elections-us-army-general-mark-milley-323938">Military will not play any role in US elections: US Army General Mark Milley</a>

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America's&nbsp;most senior general, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Mark Milley has told the Congress that the military will not be a part of the November elections.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-must-build-an-impregnable-fortress-to-maintain-stability-in-tibet-xi-to-party-leaders-323908">China must build an 'impregnable fortress' to maintain stability in Tibet: Xi to party leaders</a>

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The Chinese leader reportedly said that role of the Communist Party needs to be "strengthened" to "integrate" the Tibet's local ethnic group.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/i-had-to-do-it-student-leader-defies-thailands-royal-taboo-323911">'I had to do it': Student leader defies Thailand's royal taboo</a>

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The&nbsp;21-year-old Rung -- real name Panusaya Sithijirawattanakul -- said the August 10 protest at Thammasat University outside Bangkok was "the right time" to ask for change, even though she risked arrest.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fda-spokeswoman-emily-miller-fired-as-spokesperson-to-continue-as-appointee-323953">FDA spokeswoman Emily Miller fired as spokesperson; to continue as 'appointee'</a>

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Emily Miller, the spokesperson for US Food and Drug Administration, has been fired days after her appointment in the officer. The decision was taken by FDA Commissioner Stephen Hahn.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-republican-party-senator-rand-paul-alleges-he-was-attacked-near-white-house-323878">US Republican Party Senator Rand Paul alleges he was 'attacked' near White House</a>

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Hundreds of anti-Trump protesters had gathered outside the White House as Trump accepted the Republican Party`s nomination for the 2020 presidential election.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-13-dead-in-china-restaurant-collapse-323918">At least 13 dead in China restaurant collapse</a>

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At least 13 people died on Saturday when a restaurant in northern China collapsed, state media said, with rescuers pulling dozens of survivors from the rubble and searching for others believed to be trapped.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thousands-take-to-streets-to-protest-over-dead-dolphins-in-mauritius-323931">Thousands take to streets to protest over dead dolphins in Mauritius</a>

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Protestors held banners that showed dolphins covered in oil with slogan of 'all lives matter', and asked the government to resign.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kamala-harris-not-competent-to-be-us-president-ivanka-better-donald-trump-323883">Kamala Harris 'not competent' to be US president, Ivanka better: Donald Trump</a>

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Trump said he would support seeing a female president in the US but suggested that his daughter and senior White House advisor Ivanka Trump would be a better candidate for such a role.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bangladesh-to-restore-internet-in-rohingya-refugee-settlement-323924">Bangladesh to restore internet in Rohingya refugee settlement</a>

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Bangladesh had received flak for continuing to suspend internet services even amid coronavirus pandemic. Human Rights groups had warned that such move may give rise to unnecessary rumours.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/afghan-children-and-unemployed-turn-to-opium-for-quick-cash-323907">Afghan children and unemployed turn to opium for quick cash</a>

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Afghanistan is one of the highest producer of opium as it produces nearly 80 per cent of the global supply and also provides thousands of jobs.

Military will not play any role in US elections: US Army General Mark Milley America's most senior general, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Mark Milley has told the Congress that the military will not be a part of the November elections.

Military will not play any role in US elections: US Army General Mark Milley America's most senior general, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Mark Milley has told the Congress that the military will not be a part of the November elections. China must build an 'impregnable fortress' to maintain stability in Tibet: Xi to party leaders The Chinese leader reportedly said that role of the Communist Party needs to be "strengthened" to "integrate" the Tibet's local ethnic group. 'I had to do it': Student leader defies Thailand's royal taboo The 21-year-old Rung -- real name Panusaya Sithijirawattanakul -- said the August 10 protest at Thammasat University outside Bangkok was "the right time" to ask for change, even though she risked arrest. FDA spokeswoman Emily Miller fired as spokesperson; to continue as 'appointee' Emily Miller, the spokesperson for US Food and Drug Administration, has been fired days after her appointment in the officer. The decision was taken by FDA Commissioner Stephen Hahn. US Republican Party Senator Rand Paul alleges he was 'attacked' near White House Hundreds of anti-Trump protesters had gathered outside the White House as Trump accepted the Republican Party`s nomination for the 2020 presidential election. At least 13 dead in China restaurant collapse At least 13 people died on Saturday when a restaurant in northern China collapsed, state media said, with rescuers pulling dozens of survivors from the rubble and searching for others believed to be trapped. Thousands take to streets to protest over dead dolphins in Mauritius Protestors held banners that showed dolphins covered in oil with slogan of 'all lives matter', and asked the government to resign. Kamala Harris 'not competent' to be US president, Ivanka better: Donald Trump Trump said he would support seeing a female president in the US but suggested that his daughter and senior White House advisor Ivanka Trump would be a better candidate for such a role. Bangladesh to restore internet in Rohingya refugee settlement Bangladesh had received flak for continuing to suspend internet services even amid coronavirus pandemic. Human Rights groups had warned that such move may give rise to unnecessary rumours. Afghan children and unemployed turn to opium for quick cash Afghanistan is one of the highest producer of opium as it produces nearly 80 per cent of the global supply and also provides thousands of jobs.

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