Senior Indian TV journalist Rohit Sardana passed away on Friday, days after testing positive for COVID-19. Meanwhile, with a continuous spike in India's COVID numbers, airlines doubled flights to take citizens home. In other news, situation in Afghanistan is taking serious turn day-by day as foreign troops begin pull out. Al-Qaeda has threatened the US troops saying that the war was not over. A US government report said that insider attacks within Afghan army were on the rise. These were carried out by Taliban agents who had infiltrated the army.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-tv-journalist-rohit-sardana-dies-days-after-testing-positive-for-covid-19-381628">Indian TV journalist Rohit Sardana dies days after testing positive for COVID-19</a>&nbsp;

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On April 24, Sardana had tweeted that he had contracted the coronavirus. According to reports&nbsp;he passed away this morning after suffering a heart attack.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eurozone-enters-double-dip-recession-in-first-quarter-381725">Eurozone enters double-dip recession in first quarter</a>&nbsp;

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Europe has been hit hard by a second and third wave of the coronavirus pandemic, with multiple attempts to reopen the economy cut short by new outbreaks.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/war-is-not-over-al-qaeda-warns-us-as-american-troops-prepare-to-withdraw-from-afghanistan-381750">'War is not over': Al Qaeda warns US as American troops prepare to withdraw from Afghanistan</a>

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The comment from the al Qaeda operatives has come as a warning that the group might be looking to re-enter Afghanistan as the US troops prepare to move out 
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/defector-group-launches-anti-north-korea-leaflets-despite-ban-381740">Defector group launches anti-North Korea leaflets despite ban</a>&nbsp;

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Challenging the North Korean dictator, an activist group in South Korea has released balloons into North Korea denouncing the government led by Kim Jong Un.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/eu-expresses-concern-over-rising-blasphemy-cases-in-pakistan-381733">EU expresses concern over rising blasphemy cases in Pakistan</a>&nbsp;

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The European Union has raised concerns over Pakistan`s harsh blasphemy laws as they are "often misused to silence opponents and their defenders and to discriminate against religious minorities" and pointed Ahmadi Muslims are probably the most at risk.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/belgium-races-to-get-beer-to-bars-for-great-reopening-381715">Belgium races to get beer to bars for great reopening</a>&nbsp;

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Belgium's cafe terraces will not re-open to thirsty&nbsp;beer&nbsp;drinkers for another week but the country's renowned brewers are already all hands to the pump. Six months after the country went into a second coronavirus lockdown, proud bar owners and&nbsp;beer&nbsp;makers alike are keen to&nbsp;get&nbsp;back to business.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/as-indias-covid-crisis-worsens-airlines-double-flights-to-bring-citizens-home-381728">As India's Covid crisis worsens, airlines double flights to bring citizens home</a>

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As India’s&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">coronavirus</a>&nbsp;cases surge and the crisis is taking over the country, international and domestic airlines are adding the frequency of flights out of India to bring citizens and residents home.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/high-courts-should-avoid-off-the-cuff-remarks-says-supreme-court-during-covid-hearing-381747">High courts should avoid 'off-the-cuff' remarks, says Supreme Court during Covid hearing</a>&nbsp;

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Supreme Court's advice came during hearings on COVID-19 related pleas. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta and senior advocate Ranjit Kumar, appearing for the Centre and the Bihar government respectively said during the hearing that such remarks (from the high courts) gave impression as if authorities were doing nothing.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indo-us-ties-intensified-in-biden-administrations-first-100-days-state-department-381748">Indo-US ties intensified in Biden administration's first 100 days: State Department</a>&nbsp;

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"There's been a concerted focus on India over the past 100 days. President Biden, of course, did make mention of India in his (State of the Union) address last night, and I think you can look at that deep partnership and commitment to partnership through any number of lenses," said State Department spokesperson, Ned Price.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/the-royal-mint-uk-unveils-a-10kg-gold-coin-as-part-of-the-queens-beasts-series-381666">The Royal Mint UK, unveils a 10Kg gold coin as part of The Queen's Beasts series</a>&nbsp;

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A part of a commemorative series of coins, this 10Kg coin, reportedly took around 400 hours in the making. According to The Royal Mint, the coin has already been snapped up.&nbsp;While this awe-inspiring coin's price hasn't been announced, it is believed to be somewhere in the six figures.

Senior Indian TV journalist Rohit Sardana passed away on Friday, days after testing positive for COVID-19. Meanwhile, with a continuous spike in India's COVID numbers, airlines doubled flights to take citizens home.

Senior Indian TV journalist Rohit Sardana passed away on Friday, days after testing positive for COVID-19. Meanwhile, with a continuous spike in India's COVID numbers, airlines doubled flights to take citizens home. In other news, situation in Afghanistan is taking serious turn day-by day as foreign troops begin pull out. Al-Qaeda has threatened the US troops saying that the war was not over. A US government report said that insider attacks within Afghan army were on the rise. These were carried out by Taliban agents who had infiltrated the army. Read this and more in our Top 10 World News. Indian TV journalist Rohit Sardana dies days after testing positive for COVID-19 On April 24, Sardana had tweeted that he had contracted the coronavirus. According to reports he passed away this morning after suffering a heart attack. Eurozone enters double-dip recession in first quarter Europe has been hit hard by a second and third wave of the coronavirus pandemic, with multiple attempts to reopen the economy cut short by new outbreaks. 'War is not over': Al Qaeda warns US as American troops prepare to withdraw from Afghanistan The comment from the al Qaeda operatives has come as a warning that the group might be looking to re-enter Afghanistan as the US troops prepare to move out Defector group launches anti-North Korea leaflets despite ban Challenging the North Korean dictator, an activist group in South Korea has released balloons into North Korea denouncing the government led by Kim Jong Un. EU expresses concern over rising blasphemy cases in Pakistan The European Union has raised concerns over Pakistan`s harsh blasphemy laws as they are "often misused to silence opponents and their defenders and to discriminate against religious minorities" and pointed Ahmadi Muslims are probably the most at risk. Belgium races to get beer to bars for great reopening Belgium's cafe terraces will not re-open to thirsty beer drinkers for another week but the country's renowned brewers are already all hands to the pump. Six months after the country went into a second coronavirus lockdown, proud bar owners and beer makers alike are keen to get back to business. As India's Covid crisis worsens, airlines double flights to bring citizens home As India’s coronavirus cases surge and the crisis is taking over the country, international and domestic airlines are adding the frequency of flights out of India to bring citizens and residents home. High courts should avoid 'off-the-cuff' remarks, says Supreme Court during Covid hearing Supreme Court's advice came during hearings on COVID-19 related pleas. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta and senior advocate Ranjit Kumar, appearing for the Centre and the Bihar government respectively said during the hearing that such remarks (from the high courts) gave impression as if authorities were doing nothing. Indo-US ties intensified in Biden administration's first 100 days: State Department "There's been a concerted focus on India over the past 100 days. President Biden, of course, did make mention of India in his (State of the Union) address last night, and I think you can look at that deep partnership and commitment to partnership through any number of lenses," said State Department spokesperson, Ned Price. The Royal Mint UK, unveils a 10Kg gold coin as part of The Queen's Beasts series A part of a commemorative series of coins, this 10Kg coin, reportedly took around 400 hours in the making. According to The Royal Mint, the coin has already been snapped up. While this awe-inspiring coin's price hasn't been announced, it is believed to be somewhere in the six figures.

Top 10 world news: Journalist Rohit Sardana's passing, Eurozone recession and more

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has warned European nations that relaxing Covid measures can create a "perfect storm" similar to the pandemic situation in India. Meanwhile according to a study by US's CDC, vaccinated adults are 94 per cent less likely to be hospitalised with <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">COVID-19</a>.&nbsp;

Read this and more in our Top 10 World News.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-crisis-like-in-india-could-happen-anywhere-warns-who-381419">Covid crisis like in India could 'happen anywhere', warns WHO</a>

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"When personal protective measures are being relaxed, when there are mass gatherings, when there are more contagious variants and the vaccination coverage is still low this can create a perfect storm in any country," Hans Kluge, head of WHO Europe told reporters on Thursday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/vaccinated-adults-65-and-older-94-less-likely-to-be-hospitalised-with-covid-19-says-us-cdc-381259">Vaccinated adults 65 and older 94% less likely to be hospitalised with COVID-19, says US CDC</a>

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The new study, published in the CDC’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR), showed that the risk of hospitalisation dropped significantly two weeks after receiving the second dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna vaccines.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jammu-and-kashmir-to-go-into-complete-lockdown-from-tonight-381414">Jammu and Kashmir to go into complete lockdown from tonight</a>

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Jammu and Kashmir has been reporting more than 3,000 cases per day in the last week. The death toll has also gone up to 20 per day, which is the highest this year.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-bidens-speech-china-warns-us-against-imposing-democratic-ideals-381376">After Biden's speech, China warns US against imposing 'democratic ideals'</a>

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Chinese spokesperson slammed the US for "violating the market principle of fair competition" and "politicising" economy, trade and other issues, in a reference to the trade war.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/young-people-who-recovered-from-covid-19-face-risk-of-reinfection-study-381384">Young people who recovered from COVID-19 face risk of reinfection: Study</a>

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"Immunity is not guaranteed by past infection, and vaccinations that provide additional protection are still needed for those who have had COVID-19."&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/continuous-exposure-to-pollution-can-cause-mental-illness-in-children-study-381381">Continuous exposure to pollution can cause mental illness in children: Study</a>

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According to the study, the connection between air pollution and the risk of mental illness is "modest" but real. "Individual, family and neighbourhood influences on mental health", such as poverty and/or a family history of mental disorder don't seem to affect this association.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-senators-urge-pfizer-jj-moderna-to-help-india-in-covid-crisis-381363">US senators urge Pfizer, J&amp;J, Moderna to help India in Covid crisis</a>

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Acknowledging that India is one of the biggest producers of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine, the senators urged the pharma companies to share technology "such as vaccine recipes and manufacturing information, with partner companies to expedite production".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/a-variant-proof-french-vaccine-may-be-key-to-fight-against-covid-381386">A 'variant-proof' French vaccine may be key to fight against Covid</a>

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The vaccine is undergoing clinical trials. It uses a 'tried-and-true' vaccine technology that involves inactivated version of the virus. The company announced last week that it had launched a Phase 3 trial of its candidate vaccine. &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-africa-president-testifies-on-corruption-accusations-involving-gupta-brothers-381421">South Africa president testifies on corruption accusations involving Gupta brothers</a>

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Ramaphosa said that the African National Congress did not probe corruption accusations against the brothers as the party did not hold the capacity to do the same.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/women-lost-nearly-800-billion-in-income-due-to-coronavirus-pandemic-381418">Women lost nearly $800 billion in income due to coronavirus pandemic</a>

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Women, globally, have lost more than 64 million jobs this year and have suffered at least $800 billion in lost income last year — which is equivalent to a combined GDP of 98 countries.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has warned European nations that relaxing Covid measures can create a "perfect storm" similar to the pandemic situation in India.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has warned European nations that relaxing Covid measures can create a "perfect storm" similar to the pandemic situation in India. Meanwhile according to a study by US's CDC, vaccinated adults are 94 per cent less likely to be hospitalised with COVID-19. Read this and more in our Top 10 World News. Covid crisis like in India could 'happen anywhere', warns WHO "When personal protective measures are being relaxed, when there are mass gatherings, when there are more contagious variants and the vaccination coverage is still low this can create a perfect storm in any country," Hans Kluge, head of WHO Europe told reporters on Thursday. Vaccinated adults 65 and older 94% less likely to be hospitalised with COVID-19, says US CDC The new study, published in the CDC’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR), showed that the risk of hospitalisation dropped significantly two weeks after receiving the second dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna vaccines. Jammu and Kashmir to go into complete lockdown from tonight Jammu and Kashmir has been reporting more than 3,000 cases per day in the last week. The death toll has also gone up to 20 per day, which is the highest this year. After Biden's speech, China warns US against imposing 'democratic ideals' Chinese spokesperson slammed the US for "violating the market principle of fair competition" and "politicising" economy, trade and other issues, in a reference to the trade war. Young people who recovered from COVID-19 face risk of reinfection: Study "Immunity is not guaranteed by past infection, and vaccinations that provide additional protection are still needed for those who have had COVID-19." Continuous exposure to pollution can cause mental illness in children: Study According to the study, the connection between air pollution and the risk of mental illness is "modest" but real. "Individual, family and neighbourhood influences on mental health", such as poverty and/or a family history of mental disorder don't seem to affect this association. US senators urge Pfizer, J&J, Moderna to help India in Covid crisis Acknowledging that India is one of the biggest producers of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine, the senators urged the pharma companies to share technology "such as vaccine recipes and manufacturing information, with partner companies to expedite production". A 'variant-proof' French vaccine may be key to fight against Covid The vaccine is undergoing clinical trials. It uses a 'tried-and-true' vaccine technology that involves inactivated version of the virus. The company announced last week that it had launched a Phase 3 trial of its candidate vaccine. South Africa president testifies on corruption accusations involving Gupta brothers Ramaphosa said that the African National Congress did not probe corruption accusations against the brothers as the party did not hold the capacity to do the same. Women lost nearly $800 billion in income due to coronavirus pandemic Women, globally, have lost more than 64 million jobs this year and have suffered at least $800 billion in lost income last year — which is equivalent to a combined GDP of 98 countries.

Top 10 world news: WHO COVID warning, J&K lockdown and more

In the middle of India's battle with coronavirus crisis, Russia, South Korea, and Canada also announce assistance as supplies continue to come from other parts of the world including Singapore, United Kingdom.

Meanwhile, after a row, Serum Institute cut the&nbsp;price of Covid vaccine for Indian states. Also, Germany's domestic intelligence agency has been roped in to monitor those who participated in the protest movement against&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">coronavirus&nbsp;</a>restrictions.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/wion-exclusive-will-do-more-says-cricketer-pat-cummins-after-covid-donation-to-india-wins-hearts-381135">WION Exclusive: Will do more, says cricketer Pat Cummins after Covid donation to India wins hearts</a>

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In an exclusive interview with WION’s Executive Editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay, Australia and Kolkata Knight Riders cricketer Pat&nbsp;Cummins talked about donating $50,000 to PM Cares Fund, IPL amid the COVID-19 pandemic, and more.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indias-covid-crisis-russia-south-korea-canada-announce-assistance-prince-charles-uk-extend-solidarity-381127">India's Covid crisis: Russia, South Korea, Canada announce assistance; Prince Charles, UK extend solidarity</a>

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Three more countries--Russia, South Korea, and Canada announced assistance to India to deal with the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">COVID-19</a>&nbsp;crisis as supplies continue to come from other parts of the world including Singapore.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/after-row-serum-institute-cuts-price-of-its-covid-vaccine-to-300-rupees-for-states-as-philanthropic-gesture-381112">After row, Serum Institute cuts price of its Covid vaccine to 300 rupees for states as 'philanthropic gesture'</a>

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The price of the vaccine has been reduced from 400 rupees to 300 per dose for all Indian states, said an announcement by Adar Poonawalla on Wednesday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-ropes-in-spy-agency-to-monitor-anti-vaxxers-covid-deniers-381096">Germany ropes in spy agency to monitor anti-vaxxers, Covid deniers</a>

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The interior ministry said that some protest leaders "have clearly demonstrated that their agenda goes beyond simply mobilising protests against the government's corona measures".&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-electoral-commission-to-probe-pm-boris-johnsons-flat-refurbishment-funding-scandal-381091">UK Electoral Commission to probe PM Boris Johnson's flat refurbishment funding scandal</a>

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After several allegations from the opposition party, Britain's Electoral Commission has decided to open a formal investigation against the UK Prime Minister&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/boris-johnson?page=1">Boris Johnson</a>&nbsp;about the refurbishment of his Downing Street apartment.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/bacteria-can-be-the-answer-to-remove-microplastics-from-environment-381156">Bacteria can be the answer to remove microplastics from environment</a>

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Generally smaller than 5 mm, microplastics are accidentally released into the environment during production and breakdown of items like water bottles, grocery bags, washing nylon clothes, among others.&nbsp;Even though these particles are tiny, they cannot be biodegradable easily, thereby hanging in the environment for long and also absorbing toxic chemicals.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/people-with-o-blood-group-less-vulnerable-to-covid-19-indian-research-body-381106">People with 'O' blood group less vulnerable to COVID-19: Indian research body</a>

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The pan-India analysis has revealed that people with blood group 'O' are less susceptible to COVID-19 and people with the blood groups 'B'&nbsp;and 'AB' are more vulnerable to the virus.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2021-watch-virat-kohli-and-mohammed-sirajs-gesture-for-rishabh-pant-and-shimron-hetmyer-wins-hearts-381029">IPL 2021- WATCH: Virat Kohli and Mohammed Siraj's gesture for Rishabh Pant and Shimron Hetmyer wins hearts</a>

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RCB skipper Virat Kohli and Mohammed Siraj (who bowled the final over) were seen hugging and congratulating dejected Pant and Hetmyer immediately after the match ended.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spain-to-open-tourism-but-only-for-covid-passport-holders-381079">Spain to open tourism, but only for 'Covid passport' holders</a>

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Spain has decided to reopen its borders for travellers and holidaymakers from June but only if the incoming travellers can show their certification with the Covid certificate — the new digital health certificate scheme.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/asteroid-that-hit-botswana-in-2018-was-22-million-years-old-researchers-381137">Asteroid that hit Botswana in 2018 was 22 million years old: Researchers</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/04/28/193076-asteroid-botswana.jpg?itok=4l9TwKaq" />As per the researchers, the debris belongs to Vesta, which is one of the largest objects in our solar system and is believed to be the second-largest space rock in the asteroid belt.

In the middle of India's battle with coronavirus crisis, Russia, South Korea, and Canada also announce assistance as supplies continue to come from other parts of the world including Singapore, United Kingdom.

In the middle of India's battle with coronavirus crisis, Russia, South Korea, and Canada also announce assistance as supplies continue to come from other parts of the world including Singapore, United Kingdom. Meanwhile, after a row, Serum Institute cut the price of Covid vaccine for Indian states. Also, Germany's domestic intelligence agency has been roped in to monitor those who participated in the protest movement against coronavirus restrictions. Click on headlines to read more WION Exclusive: Will do more, says cricketer Pat Cummins after Covid donation to India wins hearts In an exclusive interview with WION’s Executive Editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay, Australia and Kolkata Knight Riders cricketer Pat Cummins talked about donating $50,000 to PM Cares Fund, IPL amid the COVID-19 pandemic, and more. India's Covid crisis: Russia, South Korea, Canada announce assistance; Prince Charles, UK extend solidarity Three more countries--Russia, South Korea, and Canada announced assistance to India to deal with the COVID-19 crisis as supplies continue to come from other parts of the world including Singapore. After row, Serum Institute cuts price of its Covid vaccine to 300 rupees for states as 'philanthropic gesture' The price of the vaccine has been reduced from 400 rupees to 300 per dose for all Indian states, said an announcement by Adar Poonawalla on Wednesday. Germany ropes in spy agency to monitor anti-vaxxers, Covid deniers The interior ministry said that some protest leaders "have clearly demonstrated that their agenda goes beyond simply mobilising protests against the government's corona measures". UK Electoral Commission to probe PM Boris Johnson's flat refurbishment funding scandal After several allegations from the opposition party, Britain's Electoral Commission has decided to open a formal investigation against the UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson about the refurbishment of his Downing Street apartment. Bacteria can be the answer to remove microplastics from environment Generally smaller than 5 mm, microplastics are accidentally released into the environment during production and breakdown of items like water bottles, grocery bags, washing nylon clothes, among others. Even though these particles are tiny, they cannot be biodegradable easily, thereby hanging in the environment for long and also absorbing toxic chemicals. People with 'O' blood group less vulnerable to COVID-19: Indian research body The pan-India analysis has revealed that people with blood group 'O' are less susceptible to COVID-19 and people with the blood groups 'B' and 'AB' are more vulnerable to the virus. IPL 2021- WATCH: Virat Kohli and Mohammed Siraj's gesture for Rishabh Pant and Shimron Hetmyer wins hearts RCB skipper Virat Kohli and Mohammed Siraj (who bowled the final over) were seen hugging and congratulating dejected Pant and Hetmyer immediately after the match ended. Spain to open tourism, but only for 'Covid passport' holders Spain has decided to reopen its borders for travellers and holidaymakers from June but only if the incoming travellers can show their certification with the Covid certificate — the new digital health certificate scheme. Asteroid that hit Botswana in 2018 was 22 million years old: Researchers As per the researchers, the debris belongs to Vesta, which is one of the largest objects in our solar system and is believed to be the second-largest space rock in the asteroid belt.

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The activities of jailed opposition activist Alexey Navalny's Anti-Corruption Foundation (FBK) have been restricted on Tuesday by the Moscow City Court. Meanwhile, President Hassan Rouhani ordered the investigation to identify who leaked the "stolen" three-hour-long recording by top diplomat and member of his moderate government Mohammad Javad Zarif.&nbsp;

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FBK director Ivan Zhdanov said on Twitter that the court had banned the group from posting content on the internet, using state media, organising protests, participating in elections and using bank deposits.

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The tape, which comes ahead of presidential elections in June, has dominated the discussion in the Islamic republic since its publication by media outlets outside Iran on Sunday.

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Fiji has largely contained the virus through strict isolation measures and border controls, recording 109 cases and just two deaths in a population of 930,000.

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According to NASA, this year's super moon has been called a "pink" super moon, as it appears in April and named after an American plant, pink phlox, that blooms in Spring.

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A Saudi defence ministry statement on state media did not say whether there had been any damage as a result of the operation by the Saudi navy to intercept and destroy the remote-controlled boat.&nbsp;

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Brazilian health regulator Anvisa on Monday denied requests from several states to receive batches of Sputnik V, saying it did not have the data needed to verify the jab's safety and efficacy.

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The deal, which was finalised on Christmas Eve, already has been ratified by the UK Parliament and conditionally came into force pending the European Parliament's approval.

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King Willem-Alexander was marking his 54th birthday in the southern city of Eindhoven, a city that brands itself as a hub for high-tech innovation, for a digital version of the annual royal walkabout.&nbsp;

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The changes represent a step toward normality for Washington DC, residents and long-term hope for the city's vital tourism and convention industry, which has been devastated by the pandemic.

The activities of jailed opposition activist Alexey Navalny's Anti-Corruption Foundation (FBK) have been restricted on Tuesday by the Moscow City Court. Meanwhile, President Hassan Rouhani ordered the investigation to identify who leaked the "stolen" three-hour-long recording by top diplomat and member of his moderate government Mohammad Javad Zarif.

The activities of jailed opposition activist Alexey Navalny's Anti-Corruption Foundation (FBK) have been restricted on Tuesday by the Moscow City Court. Meanwhile, President Hassan Rouhani ordered the investigation to identify who leaked the "stolen" three-hour-long recording by top diplomat and member of his moderate government Mohammad Javad Zarif. Read this and more in our Top 10 World News. Russian court restricts activities of Navalny's anti-corruption foundation FBK director Ivan Zhdanov said on Twitter that the court had banned the group from posting content on the internet, using state media, organising protests, participating in elections and using bank deposits. Iran's President Hassan Rouhani orders probe into leaked audio 'conspiracy' The tape, which comes ahead of presidential elections in June, has dominated the discussion in the Islamic republic since its publication by media outlets outside Iran on Sunday. COVID-19: Fiji fears virus 'tsunami' after outbreak found to be Indian variant Fiji has largely contained the virus through strict isolation measures and border controls, recording 109 cases and just two deaths in a population of 930,000. Washington DC police server hacked, Russian-speaking group claims responsibility: Reports The department said it was still assessing the extent of the unauthorised access. 'Pink supermoon' dazzles skies across the globe According to NASA, this year's super moon has been called a "pink" super moon, as it appears in April and named after an American plant, pink phlox, that blooms in Spring. Saudi Arabia foils boat attack off Yanbu A Saudi defence ministry statement on state media did not say whether there had been any damage as a result of the operation by the Saudi navy to intercept and destroy the remote-controlled boat. Russia says Brazil's refusal to import Sputnik V is 'political' Brazilian health regulator Anvisa on Monday denied requests from several states to receive batches of Sputnik V, saying it did not have the data needed to verify the jab's safety and efficacy. European Parliament set to greenlight post-Brexit trade deal The deal, which was finalised on Christmas Eve, already has been ratified by the UK Parliament and conditionally came into force pending the European Parliament's approval. Muted celebrations of Dutch king's birthday amid pandemic King Willem-Alexander was marking his 54th birthday in the southern city of Eindhoven, a city that brands itself as a hub for high-tech innovation, for a digital version of the annual royal walkabout. Washington DC, to loosen virus restrictions this weekend The changes represent a step toward normality for Washington DC, residents and long-term hope for the city's vital tourism and convention industry, which has been devastated by the pandemic.

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Countries such as US, UK, Germany, France and more are offering to help India out of Covid crisis. Meanwhile, Egypt President got vaccinated against the virus and Germany is contemplating easing restrictions for people who have been fully vaccinated.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/us-deeply-concerned-about-covid-outbreak-in-india-379971" hreflang="en">US to support India in its fight against coronavirus pandemic</a>

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White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan and Secretary of State Antony Blinken said that US was working "round the clock" to help India drag itself out of the situation.

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This news came from Putin’s top foreign policy aide, Yury Ushakov who said "June is being named, there are even concrete dates".

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Turkey's foreign ministry has summoned the US Ambassador in Ankara to protest the US decision to mark the deportation and killing of Armenians during the Ottoman Empire as 'genocide’. &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/czech-leader-takes-rare-swipe-at-russia-over-terror-blasts-380171">Czech leader takes rare swipe at Russia over 'terror' blasts</a>

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The announcement led Prague to expel 18 Russian diplomats seen as spies while Moscow kicked out 20 Czech embassy staff in retaliation, sending bilateral relations to their lowest point in decades.

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As per the new privacy update in the software, all app makers will have to specifically spell out what tracking information is being collected from customers' phones and where is it being used.

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Merchant vessels and a charity ship searching the Mediterranean for boats with migrants found 10 bodies floating near a capsized rubber boat in international waters near Libya.

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Researchers found out that people with mental problems found themselves lonelier as they were now pushed into heightened isolation and away from their friends and family.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-contemplates-easing-covid-restrictions-for-vaccinated-citizens-380154" hreflang="en">Germany contemplates easing Covid restrictions for vaccinated citizens</a>

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Germany is hoping to start easing&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">coronavirus</a>&nbsp;restrictions specifically for people who have been&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">vaccinated</a>&nbsp;against the deadly virus.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sisi-gets-vaccinated-against-coronavirus-as-egypt-records-912-new-cases-380182" hreflang="en">Sisi gets vaccinated against coronavirus as Egypt records 912 new cases</a>

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Egypt is currently administering doses of AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine under the global COVAX agreement to provide vaccines for lower-income countries.

Countries such as US, UK, Germany, France and more are offering to help India out of Covid crisis. Meanwhile, Egypt President got vaccinated against the virus and Germany is contemplating easing restrictions for people who have been fully vaccinated.

Countries such as US, UK, Germany, France and more are offering to help India out of Covid crisis. Meanwhile, Egypt President got vaccinated against the virus and Germany is contemplating easing restrictions for people who have been fully vaccinated. Click on headlines to read more US to support India in its fight against coronavirus pandemic White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan and Secretary of State Antony Blinken said that US was working "round the clock" to help India drag itself out of the situation. Putin-Biden may meet in June for a summit: Top Kremlin aide This news came from Putin’s top foreign policy aide, Yury Ushakov who said "June is being named, there are even concrete dates". Sunken missing Indonesian submarine found cracked open by rescuers Search teams said on Saturday they had found objects including prayer mat fragments and a bottle of periscope lubricant near the submarine's last known location, leading the navy to believe the vessel had cracked. Turkey summons US Ambassador over genocide announcement Turkey's foreign ministry has summoned the US Ambassador in Ankara to protest the US decision to mark the deportation and killing of Armenians during the Ottoman Empire as 'genocide’. Czech leader takes rare swipe at Russia over 'terror' blasts The announcement led Prague to expel 18 Russian diplomats seen as spies while Moscow kicked out 20 Czech embassy staff in retaliation, sending bilateral relations to their lowest point in decades. Apple to roll out new privacy update; Facebook, Google protest As per the new privacy update in the software, all app makers will have to specifically spell out what tracking information is being collected from customers' phones and where is it being used. Latest Mediterranean migrants tragedy a time for shame: Pope Merchant vessels and a charity ship searching the Mediterranean for boats with migrants found 10 bodies floating near a capsized rubber boat in international waters near Libya. Mental health patients suffered during lockdown due to lack of appointment Researchers found out that people with mental problems found themselves lonelier as they were now pushed into heightened isolation and away from their friends and family. Germany contemplates easing Covid restrictions for vaccinated citizens Germany is hoping to start easing coronavirus restrictions specifically for people who have been vaccinated against the deadly virus. Sisi gets vaccinated against coronavirus as Egypt records 912 new cases Egypt is currently administering doses of AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine under the global COVAX agreement to provide vaccines for lower-income countries.

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Authorities have declared that the missing submarine has sunk in Indonesia with all people aboard. Meanwhile, Germany has joined the list of countries that has restricted travellers from India due to coronavirus surge.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-missing-submarine-has-sunk-says-countrys-navy-379773" hreflang="en">Indonesia: Missing submarine has sunk, says country's navy</a>

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Indonesian navy said on Saturday that the submarine that disappeared off Bali with 53 aborad had sunk.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-regulators-approve-restarting-use-of-johnson-johnson-covid-vaccine-379615">US regulators approve restarting use of Johnson &amp; Johnson Covid vaccine</a>

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US health regulators said on Friday that use of Johnson &amp; Johnson Covid vaccine could restart.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-reports-no-covid-19-deaths-for-first-time-in-10-months-379742">Israel reports no COVID-19 deaths for first time in 10 months</a>

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The last time zero deaths were reported in the country was in June 2020 after a lockdown was imposed in the country.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/lukashenko-to-amend-emergency-transfer-of-presidential-power-report-379881">Lukashenko to amend emergency transfer of presidential power: Report</a>

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Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said he will sign a decree allowing the transfer of presidential power to the security council if he were to become unable to perform his duties, the state Belta news agency reported on Saturday.&nbsp;

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As the guilty verdict was announced for ex-police officer Derek Chauvin, the crowds gathered in George Floyd square erupted in celebration.

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As Joe Biden and other world leaders gathered virtually to discuss policies on climate change, young activists showed their disappointment in their government's actions.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/high-ly-suggested-nyc-organises-joints-for-jabs-to-fight-coronavirus-379806" hreflang="en">High-ly suggested: NYC organises 'joints for jabs' to fight coronavirus</a>

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A New York local decided to offer a 'joints for jabs' offer to the people who got vaccinated on April 20 in New York City.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/four-year-old-pak-girl-becomes-youngest-microsoft-professional-379802" hreflang="en">Four-year-old Pak girl becomes youngest Microsoft professional</a>

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Arish Fatima, a four-year-old prodigy from Karachi, made history by becoming the youngest Microsoft professional.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/mars-sucks-people-troll-elon-musks-idea-of-space-colonisation-379864" hreflang="en">'Mars sucks!' People troll Elon Musk's idea of space colonisation</a>

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Musk recently stressed the importance of space colonisation and talked about establishing a permanent presence of human beings on Mars as soon as possible.

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Nancy Ayeza Mistry is in the fourth month of her pregnancy and has been observing fasts for the holy month of Ramadan.

Authorities have declared that the missing submarine has sunk in Indonesia with all people aboard. Meanwhile, Germany has joined the list of countries that has restricted travellers from India due to coronavirus surge.

Authorities have declared that the missing submarine has sunk in Indonesia with all people aboard. Meanwhile, Germany has joined the list of countries that has restricted travellers from India due to coronavirus surge. Click on headlines to read more Indonesia: Missing submarine has sunk, says country's navy Indonesian navy said on Saturday that the submarine that disappeared off Bali with 53 aborad had sunk. US regulators approve restarting use of Johnson & Johnson Covid vaccine US health regulators said on Friday that use of Johnson & Johnson Covid vaccine could restart. Israel reports no COVID-19 deaths for first time in 10 months The last time zero deaths were reported in the country was in June 2020 after a lockdown was imposed in the country. Lukashenko to amend emergency transfer of presidential power: Report Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said he will sign a decree allowing the transfer of presidential power to the security council if he were to become unable to perform his duties, the state Belta news agency reported on Saturday. In pics: After Chauvin trial, what is the future of George Floyd Square? As the guilty verdict was announced for ex-police officer Derek Chauvin, the crowds gathered in George Floyd square erupted in celebration. Load of s**t! Activists dump crap outside White House to protest climate change As Joe Biden and other world leaders gathered virtually to discuss policies on climate change, young activists showed their disappointment in their government's actions. High-ly suggested: NYC organises 'joints for jabs' to fight coronavirus A New York local decided to offer a 'joints for jabs' offer to the people who got vaccinated on April 20 in New York City. Four-year-old Pak girl becomes youngest Microsoft professional Arish Fatima, a four-year-old prodigy from Karachi, made history by becoming the youngest Microsoft professional. 'Mars sucks!' People troll Elon Musk's idea of space colonisation Musk recently stressed the importance of space colonisation and talked about establishing a permanent presence of human beings on Mars as soon as possible. Four month pregnant nurse earns praise for helping Covid patients Nancy Ayeza Mistry is in the fourth month of her pregnancy and has been observing fasts for the holy month of Ramadan.

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Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny&nbsp;has announced an end to his hunger strike in prison. Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced a 10-day 'non-working' period to contain the spread of coronavirus pandemic.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/alexei-navalny-announces-plans-to-end-his-hunger-strike-379530" hreflang="en">Alexei Navalny announces plans to end his hunger strike</a>

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Russian opposition leader&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/alexei-navalny">Alexei Navalny</a>&nbsp;has announced a stop to his hunger strike that he had been carrying out in the prison.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-declares-state-of-emergency-in-tokyo-three-other-regions-as-covid-surges-379508">Japan declares 'state of emergency' in Tokyo, 3 other regions as Covid surges</a>

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Japan has imposed a state of emergency in the capital city Tokyo and three other regions on Friday to stop the wide spread of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">coronavirus</a>.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/worlds-first-malaria-vaccine-to-achieve-who-specified-efficacy-developed-in-uk-379514">UK: World’s first malaria vaccine to achieve WHO-specified efficacy developed</a>

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The team behind the vaccine hopes that it will be approved for use within the next two years.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/nasa-and-spacex-launch-a-new-four-astronaut-team-to-international-space-station-379500">Pics- NASA and SpaceX launch a new four-astronaut team to ISS</a>

<img src="http://13.235.153.162/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/04/23/192489-untitled-design-8.jpg?itok=BhMawJbv" />After being delayed a day by adverse weather along the flight path, The Crew-2 mission blasts off from pad 39A at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-declares-10-day-non-working-period-in-russia-amid-coronavirus-surge-379511">Putin declares 10-day 'non-working period' in Russia amid coronavirus surge</a>

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Russia’s President Vladimir Putin has announced a 10-day 'non-working' period to contain the widespread&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">coronavirus</a>&nbsp;pandemic in the country.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/us-returns-precious-relics-to-afghanistan-after-seizing-from-new-york-based-smuggler-379545" hreflang="en">US returns precious relics to Afghanistan after seizing from New York-based smuggler</a>

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A collection of 33 artefacts, the relics were seized from an art dealer who has been described as one of the most prolific smugglers of antiquities in the world.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/millions-in-uk-could-get-covid-passports-soon-report-379532" hreflang="en">Millions in UK could get Covid passports soon: Report</a>

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These passports are likely to be different from domestic Covid certificates issued by the UK government, the report by Guardian claimed.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/fact-check-are-masks-really-dangerous-and-dont-prevent-covid-19-379513" hreflang="en">Fact-check: Are masks really dangerous and don't prevent COVID-19?</a>

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In recent days, a piece of news is getting viral, which cites Stanford University claiming that masks do not work to avoid contracting&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">coronavirus</a>, and are actually dangerous.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/cadila-gets-approval-to-repurpose-hepatitis-c-drug-for-covid-19-treatment-379520" hreflang="en">Cadila gets approval to repurpose Hepatitis C drug for COVID-19</a>

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This approval follows promising results from a late-stage study of the drug and comes in the middle of a massive wave of COVID-19 cases in India.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/death-via-zoom-several-in-indonesia-given-capital-punishment-via-virtual-hearings-379546" hreflang="en">Several in Indonesia given capital punishment via virtual hearings</a>

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Several prisoners in Indonesia have been sentenced to death over Zoom and other video apps during the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">coronavirus pandemic</a>.&nbsp;

Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny has announced an end to his hunger strike in prison. Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced a 10-day 'non-working' period to contain the spread of coronavirus pandemic.

Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny has announced an end to his hunger strike in prison. Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced a 10-day 'non-working' period to contain the spread of coronavirus pandemic. Click on headlines to read more Alexei Navalny announces plans to end his hunger strike Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny has announced a stop to his hunger strike that he had been carrying out in the prison. Japan declares 'state of emergency' in Tokyo, 3 other regions as Covid surges Japan has imposed a state of emergency in the capital city Tokyo and three other regions on Friday to stop the wide spread of coronavirus. UK: World’s first malaria vaccine to achieve WHO-specified efficacy developed The team behind the vaccine hopes that it will be approved for use within the next two years. Pics- NASA and SpaceX launch a new four-astronaut team to ISS After being delayed a day by adverse weather along the flight path, The Crew-2 mission blasts off from pad 39A at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Putin declares 10-day 'non-working period' in Russia amid coronavirus surge Russia’s President Vladimir Putin has announced a 10-day 'non-working' period to contain the widespread coronavirus pandemic in the country. US returns precious relics to Afghanistan after seizing from New York-based smuggler A collection of 33 artefacts, the relics were seized from an art dealer who has been described as one of the most prolific smugglers of antiquities in the world. Millions in UK could get Covid passports soon: Report These passports are likely to be different from domestic Covid certificates issued by the UK government, the report by Guardian claimed. Fact-check: Are masks really dangerous and don't prevent COVID-19? In recent days, a piece of news is getting viral, which cites Stanford University claiming that masks do not work to avoid contracting coronavirus, and are actually dangerous. Cadila gets approval to repurpose Hepatitis C drug for COVID-19 This approval follows promising results from a late-stage study of the drug and comes in the middle of a massive wave of COVID-19 cases in India. Several in Indonesia given capital punishment via virtual hearings Several prisoners in Indonesia have been sentenced to death over Zoom and other video apps during the coronavirus pandemic.

Top 10 world news: Navalny ends hunger strike, Russia declares 'non-working' days, and more

US President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/joe-biden">Joe Biden</a> on Thursday opened an international climate summit. Meanwhile, more than 100 Nobel laureates, including Dalai Lama, have urged world leaders to take urgent action against fossil fuel expansion.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/dalai-lama-100-other-nobel-laureates-urge-stop-on-fossil-fuel-expansion-379310" hreflang="en">Dalai Lama, 100 other Nobel laureates urge stop on fossil fuel expansion</a>

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Penning an open letter on the occasion of Earth Day, Dalai Lama and more than 100 other Nobel laureates have urged the world leaders to take immediate action on the climate crisis.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-to-withdraw-troops-from-military-drills-in-crimea-379312">Russia to withdraw troops from military drills in Crimea</a>

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The drills come amid the escalating tensions between Russia and Ukraine's Western allies, who have expressed concerns about a build-up of Russian forces on the border and military exercises in Crimea.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-nation-can-solve-this-crisis-on-their-own-says-biden-as-he-opens-virtual-climate-summit-379286">'No nation can solve this crisis on their own': Biden opens climate summit</a>

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US President Joe Biden on Thursday opened an international climate summit in which he said that Washington "isn't waiting" to lead on a "moral and economic imperative" issue.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-in-talks-with-russia-to-buy-30-million-sputnik-v-jabs-379271">Germany in talks with Russia to buy 30 million Sputnik V jabs</a>

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The move comes amid the strained relations between the EU and Russia over a number of issues including Kremlin opposition Alexei Navalny's health and the crisis at the Ukrainian border.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/arctic-sizzled-in-2020-the-warmest-year-for-europe-too-379313" hreflang="en">Arctic sizzled in 2020, the warmest year for Europe too</a>

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The continent in 2020 was nearly half a degree Celsius hotter than the next warmest year, according to the Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/experts-warn-second-recession-in-case-of-another-lockdown-in-japan-379290" hreflang="en">Experts warn second recession in case of another lockdown in Japan</a>

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Some analysts have warned that the decision may push the country into another recession if the retailers are again asked to close their businesses.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/virginia-governor-signs-bill-to-legalise-marijuana-possession-from-july-1-379274" hreflang="en">Virginia governor signs bill to legalise marijuana possession from July 1</a>

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The decision has been taken after citing reports that Black residents were more than three times likely to be arrested for possessing the drug but in small amounts.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/start-conserving-california-governor-declares-drought-emergency-in-2-counties-379278" hreflang="en">Start conserving: California governor declares drought emergency in 2 counties</a>

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California is now bracing itself for yet another year of drought and wildfire after massive destruction took place last year.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/armed-group-takes-control-of-county-in-western-ethiopia-rights-commission-379309" hreflang="en">Armed group takes control of county in western Ethiopia - Rights commission</a>

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Benishangul-Gumuz has seen a surge of ethnic violence in recent months, including an attack in December that killed more than 200 civilians.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/italian-police-arrest-man-connected-to-2016-nice-attack-379283" hreflang="en">Italian police arrest man connected to 2016 Nice attack</a>

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Endri Elezi, a 28-year-old Albanian, is suspected of 'supplying weapons to Mohamed Lahouaiej Bouhlel', the Tunisian who carried out the attack on July 14, France's Bastille Day national holiday, a police statement said.

US President Joe Biden on Thursday opened an international climate summit. Meanwhile, more than 100 Nobel laureates, including Dalai Lama, have urged world leaders to take urgent action against fossil fuel expansion.

US President Joe Biden on Thursday opened an international climate summit. Meanwhile, more than 100 Nobel laureates, including Dalai Lama, have urged world leaders to take urgent action against fossil fuel expansion. Click on headlines to read more Dalai Lama, 100 other Nobel laureates urge stop on fossil fuel expansion Penning an open letter on the occasion of Earth Day, Dalai Lama and more than 100 other Nobel laureates have urged the world leaders to take immediate action on the climate crisis. Russia to withdraw troops from military drills in Crimea The drills come amid the escalating tensions between Russia and Ukraine's Western allies, who have expressed concerns about a build-up of Russian forces on the border and military exercises in Crimea. 'No nation can solve this crisis on their own': Biden opens climate summit US President Joe Biden on Thursday opened an international climate summit in which he said that Washington "isn't waiting" to lead on a "moral and economic imperative" issue. Germany in talks with Russia to buy 30 million Sputnik V jabs The move comes amid the strained relations between the EU and Russia over a number of issues including Kremlin opposition Alexei Navalny's health and the crisis at the Ukrainian border. Arctic sizzled in 2020, the warmest year for Europe too The continent in 2020 was nearly half a degree Celsius hotter than the next warmest year, according to the Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S). Experts warn second recession in case of another lockdown in Japan Some analysts have warned that the decision may push the country into another recession if the retailers are again asked to close their businesses. Virginia governor signs bill to legalise marijuana possession from July 1 The decision has been taken after citing reports that Black residents were more than three times likely to be arrested for possessing the drug but in small amounts. Start conserving: California governor declares drought emergency in 2 counties California is now bracing itself for yet another year of drought and wildfire after massive destruction took place last year. Armed group takes control of county in western Ethiopia - Rights commission Benishangul-Gumuz has seen a surge of ethnic violence in recent months, including an attack in December that killed more than 200 civilians. Italian police arrest man connected to 2016 Nice attack Endri Elezi, a 28-year-old Albanian, is suspected of 'supplying weapons to Mohamed Lahouaiej Bouhlel', the Tunisian who carried out the attack on July 14, France's Bastille Day national holiday, a police statement said.

Top 10 world news: Biden opens climate summit, Nobel laureates demand action, and more

UK is observing&nbsp;Prince Philip's funeral after the&nbsp;Duke of Edinburgh passed away on April 09. Meanwhile, the world is struggling with the coronavirus pandemic due to which India, Brazil and UK issuing advisories for locals and pregnant women.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/live-updates-prince-philips-funeral-duke-of-edinburgh-to-be-laid-to-rest-at-royal-ceremony-378167" hreflang="en">Live updates: Procession for Duke of Edinburgh is underway</a>

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This is the live coverage of the funeral of Prince Philip, husband of British Queen Elizabeth.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-sends-two-warships-to-black-sea-amid-tensions-with-ukraine-378204">Russia sends two warships to Black Sea amid tensions with Ukraine</a>

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These monoeuvres have come at a time when Russia-Ukraine relations are strained over Russian military presence on its border with the country.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmar-military-junta-leader-to-attend-asean-summit-378185">Myanmar military junta leader to attend ASEAN summit</a>

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Myanmar military junta leader Min Aung Hlaing will join a special ASEAN summit next week, said Thai foreign ministry on Saturday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/please-delay-pregnancies-brazil-urges-local-women-amid-coronavirus-surge-378199">'Please delay pregnancies', Brazil urges local women amid coronavirus surge</a>

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The request has come as Brazil is experiencing one of the worst waves of coronavirus, with the country marking one of the highest death tolls in the world.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-japan-showcase-alliance-resolve-in-dealing-with-aggressive-china-378076">US, Japan showcase alliance, resolve in dealing with aggressive China</a>

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The talks featured unusually frank warnings from a Japanese leader against any effort by China to dominate the Indo-Pacific region by 'force or coercion’.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ohio-worlds-smallest-police-dog-dies-hours-after-her-sheriff-378217" hreflang="en">Ohio: World's smallest police dog dies hours after her sheriff</a>

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Midge, the 16-year-old crime-fighting pet, stopped breathing hours after she saw her owner lose his battle to cancer.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-faces-shortage-of-oxygen-hospital-beds-as-city-records-24000-cases-in-24-hours-kejriwal-378235" hreflang="en">Delhi faces shortage of hospital beds as city records 24,000 cases in 24 hours</a>

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Kejriwal also admitted that while the situation seemed in control a few days ago, the sudden surge has made the situation spiralling out of control in the capital now.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/yoga-will-lead-to-guided-imagery-hinduism-christian-groups-claim-in-alabama-378180" hreflang="en">Yoga will lead to guided imagery, Hinduism: Christian groups claim in Alabama</a>

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A state lawmaker in Alabama, who has been practising yoga for years, is aiming to overturn a 28-year-old ban on yoga in state public schools.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pregnant-women-can-be-given-pfizer-and-moderna-coronavirus-vaccine-uk-advisory-group-378209" hreflang="en">Pregnant women can be given Pfizer &amp; Moderna coronavirus vaccine: UK advisory</a>

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This has been reported after experts studied real-world data that showed that more than 90,000 pregnant women have been vaccinated against the virus in the US.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/singapore-activist-who-crowdfunded-pm-defamation-penalty-says-people-contributed-to-show-resistance-378213" hreflang="en">Singapore activist: People crowdfunded PM libel penalty to show resistance</a>

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In an exclusive chat with WION, activist Roy Ngerng, who crowdfunded to pay the penalty for libel against Singapore PM, talks about why he thinks people chose to support him.

UK is observing Prince Philip's funeral after the Duke of Edinburgh passed away on April 09. Meanwhile, the world is struggling with the coronavirus pandemic due to which India, Brazil and UK issuing advisories for locals and pregnant women.

UK is observing Prince Philip's funeral after the Duke of Edinburgh passed away on April 09. Meanwhile, the world is struggling with the coronavirus pandemic due to which India, Brazil and UK issuing advisories for locals and pregnant women. Click on headlines to read more Live updates: Procession for Duke of Edinburgh is underway This is the live coverage of the funeral of Prince Philip, husband of British Queen Elizabeth. Russia sends two warships to Black Sea amid tensions with Ukraine These monoeuvres have come at a time when Russia-Ukraine relations are strained over Russian military presence on its border with the country. Myanmar military junta leader to attend ASEAN summit Myanmar military junta leader Min Aung Hlaing will join a special ASEAN summit next week, said Thai foreign ministry on Saturday. 'Please delay pregnancies', Brazil urges local women amid coronavirus surge The request has come as Brazil is experiencing one of the worst waves of coronavirus, with the country marking one of the highest death tolls in the world. US, Japan showcase alliance, resolve in dealing with aggressive China The talks featured unusually frank warnings from a Japanese leader against any effort by China to dominate the Indo-Pacific region by 'force or coercion’. Ohio: World's smallest police dog dies hours after her sheriff Midge, the 16-year-old crime-fighting pet, stopped breathing hours after she saw her owner lose his battle to cancer. Delhi faces shortage of hospital beds as city records 24,000 cases in 24 hours Kejriwal also admitted that while the situation seemed in control a few days ago, the sudden surge has made the situation spiralling out of control in the capital now. Yoga will lead to guided imagery, Hinduism: Christian groups claim in Alabama A state lawmaker in Alabama, who has been practising yoga for years, is aiming to overturn a 28-year-old ban on yoga in state public schools. Pregnant women can be given Pfizer & Moderna coronavirus vaccine: UK advisory This has been reported after experts studied real-world data that showed that more than 90,000 pregnant women have been vaccinated against the virus in the US. Singapore activist: People crowdfunded PM libel penalty to show resistance In an exclusive chat with WION, activist Roy Ngerng, who crowdfunded to pay the penalty for libel against Singapore PM, talks about why he thinks people chose to support him.

Top 10 world news: Prince Philip's funeral, Coronavirus crisis, and more

The&nbsp;US President&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/joe-biden">Joe Biden</a>&nbsp;has slammed Russia with sanctions over&nbsp;poll meddling and cyber attack. Meanwhile,&nbsp;US Secretary of State Antony Blinken landed in Afghanistan&nbsp;on a surprise to visit&nbsp;Afghan President Ashraf Ghani as well as senior US officials in Kabul.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-slaps-sanctions-on-russia-expels-10-diplomats-377760" hreflang="en">US sanctions Russia, expels 10 diplomats over poll meddling, hacking</a>

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The sanctions have come in retaliation for what the US says is Kremlin's interference in US elections and other hostile activities including a massive cyber attack.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-continues-pause-on-johnson-johnson-vaccine-over-reports-of-blood-clots-377746">US continues pause on Johnson &amp; Johnson vaccine over reports of blood clots</a>

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The vaccine was rolled back as six women in the US between the ages of 18 and 48 developed brain blood clots after they received the J&amp; vaccine shot.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-nuclear-programme-peaceful-mistake-for-us-to-express-concerns-rouhani-377735">Iran nuclear programme peaceful, 'mistake' for US to express concerns: Rouhani</a>

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Rouhani said in televised remarks that it was a "mistake" for Europe and the United States to express concerns that the move "means we can enrich to 90 per cent in one go".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/officer-who-shot-black-man-near-minneapolis-to-appear-in-court-today-377701">Officer who shot Black man near Minneapolis to appear in court today</a>

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Potter, a 26-year police veteran who resigned after Wright's death, faces a maximum of 10 years in jail if convicted of second-degree manslaughter.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/over-20-chinese-tech-giants-make-public-pact-to-abide-by-anti-monopoly-guidelines-377734">Over 20 Chinese tech giants pledge to end unfair competition</a>

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Beijing is taking China's tech firms to task to curtail the reach of private companies into the daily finances of the Chinese public, and, analysts say, to rein in their runaway expansion.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/us-secretary-of-state-antony-blinken-in-afghanistan-on-a-surprise-visit-377745">US Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Afghanistan on a surprise visit</a>

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Blinken met Afghan President Ashraf Ghani as well as senior US officials in Kabul and briefed them on President Joe Biden’s Wednesday announcement that he was ending "the forever war", which began in response to the 2001 September 11 terror attacks.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/early-findings-suggest-new-drug-could-be-gamechanging-to-treat-brain-cancer-377731" hreflang="en">Early findings suggest new drug could be 'gamechanging' to treat brain cancer</a>

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Two patients with advanced brain cancer have responded well in a small experimental trial of combining chemo and immunotherapy drugs.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/taiwan-man-marries-four-times-divorces-three-times-to-get-extra-paid-leaves-377781" hreflang="en">Taiwan man marries four times, divorces three times to get extra paid leaves</a>

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A&nbsp;man in Taiwan has married the same spouse four times and divorced three times within 37 days.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canada-reports-first-blood-clot-case-linked-to-astrazeneca-vaccine-377744" hreflang="en">Canada reports first blood clot case linked to AstraZeneca vaccine</a>

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However, Health Canada said that the country would continue to use the Oxford-AstraZeneca jab since its benefits against&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">Covid-19</a>&nbsp;'outweigh the potential risks'.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-house-urges-biden-to-refer-uighur-genocide-to-united-nations-377761" hreflang="en">US House urges Biden to refer Uighur 'genocide' to United Nations</a>

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Labelling it as 'genocide', the authorities have urged US President&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/joe-biden">Joe Biden</a>&nbsp;to refer these atrocities to the United Nations.

The US President Joe Biden has slammed Russia with sanctions over poll meddling and cyber attack. Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken landed in Afghanistan on a surprise to visit Afghan President Ashraf Ghani as well as senior US officials in Kabul.

The US President Joe Biden has slammed Russia with sanctions over poll meddling and cyber attack. Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken landed in Afghanistan on a surprise to visit Afghan President Ashraf Ghani as well as senior US officials in Kabul. Click on headlines to read more US sanctions Russia, expels 10 diplomats over poll meddling, hacking The sanctions have come in retaliation for what the US says is Kremlin's interference in US elections and other hostile activities including a massive cyber attack. US continues pause on Johnson & Johnson vaccine over reports of blood clots The vaccine was rolled back as six women in the US between the ages of 18 and 48 developed brain blood clots after they received the J& vaccine shot. Iran nuclear programme peaceful, 'mistake' for US to express concerns: Rouhani Rouhani said in televised remarks that it was a "mistake" for Europe and the United States to express concerns that the move "means we can enrich to 90 per cent in one go". Officer who shot Black man near Minneapolis to appear in court today Potter, a 26-year police veteran who resigned after Wright's death, faces a maximum of 10 years in jail if convicted of second-degree manslaughter. Over 20 Chinese tech giants pledge to end unfair competition Beijing is taking China's tech firms to task to curtail the reach of private companies into the daily finances of the Chinese public, and, analysts say, to rein in their runaway expansion. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Afghanistan on a surprise visit Blinken met Afghan President Ashraf Ghani as well as senior US officials in Kabul and briefed them on President Joe Biden’s Wednesday announcement that he was ending "the forever war", which began in response to the 2001 September 11 terror attacks. Early findings suggest new drug could be 'gamechanging' to treat brain cancer Two patients with advanced brain cancer have responded well in a small experimental trial of combining chemo and immunotherapy drugs. Taiwan man marries four times, divorces three times to get extra paid leaves A man in Taiwan has married the same spouse four times and divorced three times within 37 days. Canada reports first blood clot case linked to AstraZeneca vaccine However, Health Canada said that the country would continue to use the Oxford-AstraZeneca jab since its benefits against Covid-19 'outweigh the potential risks'. US House urges Biden to refer Uighur 'genocide' to United Nations Labelling it as 'genocide', the authorities have urged US President Joe Biden to refer these atrocities to the United Nations.

Top 10 world news: Biden sanctions Russia, Blinken's surprise visit to Afghan, and more

US President Joe Biden has decided to bring back the American troops from Afghanistan by&nbsp;September 11. Meanwhile, Pakistan has decided to ban a radical Islamist party under the Terrorism Act.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/time-to-bring-our-forces-home-us-on-afghan-pullout-377511">'Time to bring our forces home': US on Afghan pullout</a>

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Blinken's comments came on a day when US President Joe Biden is set to formally announce that all US troops will be pulled out from Afghanistan no later than September 11.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/uk-adds-covid-19-vaccines-from-two-more-companies-to-its-mix-and-match-trial-377537">UK expands mix and match COVID-19 vaccine trial, adds two more jabs</a>

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Since February, experts have been studying the immune response on volunteers if they are inoculated with the first dose of Oxford-AstraZeneca and the second dose of Pfizer vaccine, and vice versa.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/marry-your-rapist-laws-still-practised-in-20-countries-to-prevent-justice-un-377529">'Marry your rapist' laws still practised in 20 countries to prevent justice</a>

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''Marry your rapist' laws shift the burden of guilt on to the victim and try to sanitise a situation which is criminal," Dr Natalia Kanem, executive director of the UN Population Fund (UNFPA) said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-should-deploy-troops-along-black-sea-says-former-pentagon-chief-377528">US should deploy troops along Black Sea, says former Pentagon chief</a>

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Washington should look to reassure European allies and boost the NATO alliance by deploying more forces in Poland, "into the Baltics, if it makes sense, and places like Romania and Bulgaria, if not on a permanent - on a rotational basis," Esper said in an interview on Tuesday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-bans-radical-islamist-party-after-clashes-leave-7-dead-over-300-hurt-377542" hreflang="en">Pakistan bans radical Islamist party after clashes leave 7 dead, over 300 hurt</a>

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Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed told the media that the Tehreek-i-Labaik Pakistan (TLP) was being banned under the Rule 11-B of Anti-Terrorism Act of 1997.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/prof-snape-wizard-of-potions-covid-vaccine-study-headed-by-harry-potter-character-namesake-377547" hreflang="en">Prof Snape, wizard of potions: Covid vaccine study headed by Harry Potter character namesake</a>

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People on Twitter have not missed the coincidence of the name and Harry Potter fans have assembled to scoop out jokes out of this name-play.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/christchurch-mosque-terrorist-to-launch-legal-action-against-new-zealand-government-377512" hreflang="en">Christchurch mosque terrorist to launch legal action against New Zealand govt</a>

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Tarrant is unhappy with the condition of the jail and has requested a judicial review to see if the decisions have been made appropriately or not within the law.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-cop-shot-multiple-times-during-traffic-stop-in-texas-377549" hreflang="en">US cop shot multiple times during traffic stop in Texas</a>

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The shooting happened at about 4:15 am. Wednesday in Burleson, about 45 miles (70 kilometres) southwest of Dallas, the police department said on Twitter.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/britain-to-withdraw-nearly-all-its-troops-from-afghanistan-says-report-377521" hreflang="en">Britain to withdraw nearly all its troops from Afghanistan, says report</a>

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There are about 750 British soldiers in Afghanistan, who would struggle without US support because of the reliance on US bases and infrastructure, according to the Times.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/keep-moving-a-clock-went-silent-in-japans-tsunami-came-back-to-life-during-aftershocks-a-decade-later-377524" hreflang="en">Keep moving: A clock went silent in Japan's tsunami, came back to life during aftershocks a decade later</a>

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On February 13 of this year, another earthquake hit Japan — a little before the 10th anniversary of the disaster — which was described as an aftershock of the March 2011 disaster.

US President Joe Biden has decided to bring back the American troops from Afghanistan by September 11. Meanwhile, Pakistan has decided to ban a radical Islamist party under the Terrorism Act.

US President Joe Biden has decided to bring back the American troops from Afghanistan by September 11. Meanwhile, Pakistan has decided to ban a radical Islamist party under the Terrorism Act. Click on headlines to read more 'Time to bring our forces home': US on Afghan pullout Blinken's comments came on a day when US President Joe Biden is set to formally announce that all US troops will be pulled out from Afghanistan no later than September 11. UK expands mix and match COVID-19 vaccine trial, adds two more jabs Since February, experts have been studying the immune response on volunteers if they are inoculated with the first dose of Oxford-AstraZeneca and the second dose of Pfizer vaccine, and vice versa. 'Marry your rapist' laws still practised in 20 countries to prevent justice ''Marry your rapist' laws shift the burden of guilt on to the victim and try to sanitise a situation which is criminal," Dr Natalia Kanem, executive director of the UN Population Fund (UNFPA) said. US should deploy troops along Black Sea, says former Pentagon chief Washington should look to reassure European allies and boost the NATO alliance by deploying more forces in Poland, "into the Baltics, if it makes sense, and places like Romania and Bulgaria, if not on a permanent - on a rotational basis," Esper said in an interview on Tuesday. Pakistan bans radical Islamist party after clashes leave 7 dead, over 300 hurt Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed told the media that the Tehreek-i-Labaik Pakistan (TLP) was being banned under the Rule 11-B of Anti-Terrorism Act of 1997. Prof Snape, wizard of potions: Covid vaccine study headed by Harry Potter character namesake People on Twitter have not missed the coincidence of the name and Harry Potter fans have assembled to scoop out jokes out of this name-play. Christchurch mosque terrorist to launch legal action against New Zealand govt Tarrant is unhappy with the condition of the jail and has requested a judicial review to see if the decisions have been made appropriately or not within the law. US cop shot multiple times during traffic stop in Texas The shooting happened at about 4:15 am. Wednesday in Burleson, about 45 miles (70 kilometres) southwest of Dallas, the police department said on Twitter. Britain to withdraw nearly all its troops from Afghanistan, says report There are about 750 British soldiers in Afghanistan, who would struggle without US support because of the reliance on US bases and infrastructure, according to the Times. Keep moving: A clock went silent in Japan's tsunami, came back to life during aftershocks a decade later On February 13 of this year, another earthquake hit Japan — a little before the 10th anniversary of the disaster — which was described as an aftershock of the March 2011 disaster.

Top 10 world news today: Pakistan bans radical Islamist party, Biden to call back troops, and more

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

A deadly train crash has taken 32 lives and injured 66 people. In the UK, survey has revealed that nearly 40,600 people contracted coronavirus while they were being treated for some other illness in hospitals. Meanwhile, former US President&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/donald-trump">Donald Trump</a>&nbsp;has come out in support of his followers who were a part of the Capitol riots that took place on January 06.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-32-killed-66-wounded-in-egypt-train-collision-373448" hreflang="en">At least 32 killed, 66 wounded in Egypt train collision</a>

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Three carriages derailed as a result of the accident in the province of Sohag, the health ministry and a local official confirmed.&nbsp;

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PM Modi is in Bangladesh on March 26-27 to attend the celebration of that country's 50th year of liberation from Pakistan and the centenary year of its founder Sheikh Mujibur Rehman, Premier Sheikh Hasina's father. The two countries are also celebrating 50 years of the establishment of diplomatic ties.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-more-than-40600-people-contracted-covid-while-in-hospital-373425">More than 40,600 people contracted COVID while in hospital in UK</a>

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In England, more than 40,600 people have been infected with the deadly coronavirus while being treated at hospitals for other reasons.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-hits-out-at-uk-over-blackmail-of-coronavirus-vaccine-deliveries-373428">France hits out at UK over 'blackmail' of coronavirus vaccine deliveries</a>

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France's foreign minister said that Britain is 'handicapped' now because it hurried to vaccinate people with the first dose, but now faces a shortage of the second one, thereby using 'blackmail' tactics.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/zero-threat-donald-trump-defends-his-supporters-in-capitol-riots-373374">'Zero threat': Donald Trump defends his supporters in Capitol riots</a>

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Trump&nbsp;has defended some of his supporters, claiming that some of these rioters posed "zero threat" to the lawmakers who were trapped inside the US Capitol building.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmar-activists-call-for-anti-coup-protest-as-junta-marks-armed-forces-day-373467" hreflang="en">Myanmar activists call for anti-coup protest as junta marks Armed Forces Day</a>

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Nearly 3,000 people have been arrested since the coup, according to a local monitoring group, but the junta earlier this week released more than 600 from Yangon's Insein prison.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/despite-vaccine-doses-coronavirus-cases-in-us-are-surging-again-373459" hreflang="en">Despite vaccine doses, coronavirus cases in US are surging again</a>

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US President Joe Biden on Thursday announced that 200 million doses of Covid-19 would be administered within 100 days in office, doubling his initial commitment.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/employees-pee-in-bottles-undercover-writer-reveals-amazons-poor-work-conditions-373450" hreflang="en">'Employees pee in bottles': Undercover writer reveals Amazon's work conditions</a>

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Working undercover at an Amazon facility, James Bloodworth said the employees are tired and frustrated due to the poor working environment provided in the facilities.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-labour-board-asks-tesla-ceo-musk-to-delete-anti-union-tweet-373436" hreflang="en">US labour board asks Tesla CEO Musk to delete anti-union tweet</a>

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The United Auto Workers (UAW)in 2018 filed a complaint with the NLRB over the Musk tweet that it said was illegally threatening to take away benefits from workers who join the union.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-taiwan-sign-first-agreement-under-biden-administration-after-china-law-373392" hreflang="en">US, Taiwan sign first agreement under Biden administration after China law</a>

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Taiwan is upgrading its coast guard with new ships, which can be drafted into naval service in the event of war, as the island deals with increasing encroachments from Chinese fishing boats and sand dredgers in Taiwan-controlled waters.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Top 10 world news today: Quad summit, Pak Senate elections, and more

A study has revealed that&nbsp;Pfizer-BioNTech's&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">coronavirus vaccine</a>&nbsp;has an efficacy of 97 per cent in preventing symptomatic disease. Meanwhile, the European Union's drugs regulator has&nbsp;approved&nbsp;Johnson&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;Johnson's single-dose coronavirus&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">vaccine</a>. The news is slightly bad for AstraZeneca, though, as Denmark and Norway are&nbsp;temporarily suspending the use of AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/pfizer-vaccine-97-effective-in-preventing-symptomatic-covid-19-disease-study-369728" hreflang="en">Pfizer vaccine 97% effective in preventing symptomatic Covid-19 disease: Study</a>

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Pfizer-BioNTech's coronavirus vaccine has an efficacy of 97 per cent in preventing symptomatic disease, a study based on real-world evidence published on Thursday said.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmar-junta-accuses-suu-kyi-of-taking-600000-illegal-payment-369683">Myanmar junta accuses Suu Kyi of taking $600,000 illegal payment</a>

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Myanmar's military junta on Thursday accused detained civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi of accepting a $600,000 illegal payment and more than 11 kilograms of gold.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nancy-pelosi-accuses-china-of-destroying-tibets-culture-and-history-369731">Nancy&nbsp;Pelosi accuses China of destroying Tibet's culture and history</a>

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She&nbsp;accused China of waging a campaign to destroy Tibet's culture and history by forcing locals to sacrifice their rights and freedom.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/not-a-racist-family-prince-william-defends-royal-family-against-meghan-markles-accusation-369712">Prince William defends Royal Family against Meghan Markle's accusation</a>

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The Royal Family of the UK has been in the headlines for accusations made against them of being racist in an interview of Meghan Markle and Harry.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-vs-twitter-kremlin-says-over-3000-posts-with-illegal-content-still-not-deleted-369702">Russia vs Twitter: Kremlin says posts with illegal content still not deleted</a>

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Russia's telecommunications watchdog on Thursday said that Twitter has still not deleted over 3,000 posts with illegal content after Kremlin slowed down Twitter's services in the nation.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/england-are-favourites-to-win-t20-world-cup-says-virat-kohli-369729">England are favourites to win T20 World Cup, says Virat Kohli</a>

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Virat Kohli on Thursday said that England are favourites to win the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup, scheduled to be hosted by India later in the year. England, who are the reigning champions in the 50-over World Cup, are regarded as one of the best white-ball teams in the world as Kohli said everyone knows what they bring to the field.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-entrepreneur-selling-donald-trumps-buddha-statue-at-this-price-369704" hreflang="en">Chinese entrepreneur selling Donald Trump's Buddha statue at this price</a>

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A Chinese entrepreneur is selling a pensive statue of former US President Donald Trump sitting cross-legged and with his eyes closed in a zen position, draped in a robe, a pose associated with Buddha.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-open-transparent-on-covid-19-will-work-with-who-to-find-origins-premier-li-keqiang-369737" hreflang="en">'China 'open, transparent' on Covid-19, will work with WHO to find origins'</a>

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Chinese Premier Li Keqiang said on Thursday that China is "open, transparent and cooperative" on the novel coronavirus and will continue to work with the World Health Organization (WHO) to find the origins of the virus.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/nine-protestors-killed-in-myanmar-several-injured-369724">Nine protestors killed in Myanmar; several injured</a>

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In the continued protests over the military coup and detention of the popular leader Aung San Suu Kyi, nine protestors have been shot dead on Thursday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/denmark-suspends-use-of-astrazeneca-covid-vaccine-due-to-blood-clot-fears-369692">Denmark, Norway suspend use of AstraZeneca vaccine due to blood clot fears</a>

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Health authorities in Denmark said on Thursday said that they were temporarily suspending use of COVID-19 vaccine.&nbsp;This precaution is being taken as some patients developed blood clots after they received the vaccine.&nbsp;

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

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

Top 10 world news today: AstraZeneca's use suspended, Prince William defends family, and more

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

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

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

Top 10 world news: Hawaii floods, UK rejects EU's vaccine claims, and more

In a first-of-its-kind deployment for the huge, swing-wing bombers, four US Air Force B-1 bombers and approximately 200 personnel from Dyess Air Force in Texas are being deployed to Orland Air Base in Norway. Meanwhile in Wuhan, the WHO mission in China has said the experts have not been able to identify the source animal of coronavirus yet.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-message-to-vladimir-putin-biden-deploys-b-1-bombers-to-norway-362451">In message to Vladimir Putin, Biden deploys B-1 bombers to Norway</a>

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Four US Air Force B-1 bombers and approximately 200 personnel from Dyess Air Force in Texas are being deployed to Orland Air Base in Norway.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-animal-source-not-yet-identified-says-who-mission-in-wuhan-362409">Coronavirus animal source not yet identified, says WHO mission in Wuhan</a>

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There is no indication of COVID-19 virus in Wuhan before December 2019, Liang Wannian, head of the expert panel of COVID-19 response of China National Health Commission said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/sri-lanka-group-of-muslim-families-complain-to-unhrc-about-forced-cremations-362425">Sri Lanka: Group of Muslim families complain to UNHRC about forced cremations</a>

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UN reached out to Sri Lanka government after it was alleged that nearly 200 Muslims have been cremated in Sri Lanka within a period of few months.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/criminal-leader-behind-abduction-of-school-children-in-nigeria-surrenders-362438">Criminal leader behind abduction of school children in Nigeria surrenders</a>

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Hundreds of students were kidnapped from a northwest state of Nigeria in December 2020. The leader behind those kidnappings has now surrendered to the authorities.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/facebook-to-remove-content-promoting-misinformation-about-vaccines-362445">Facebook to remove content promoting misinformation about vaccines</a>

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In another effort to curb misinformation about vaccines, the social media platform&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/facebook">Facebook</a>&nbsp;has decided to ban all kinds of misinformation about every vaccine.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/book-claims-to-date-back-origins-of-aids-to-world-war-i-362454" hreflang="en">Book claims to date back origins of AIDS to World War I</a>

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In the book, author and Canadian microbiologist Jacques Pepin appeared to have traced the beginning of the AIDS epidemic to a starving World War I soldier, who captured and ate infected animals, according to different media reports.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/its-about-culture-mate-maori-mp-ejected-from-new-zealand-parliament-over-necktie-362429" hreflang="en">It's about culture, mate: Māori MP ejected from NZ parliament over necktie</a>

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Rawiri Waititi, the leader in news, decided to wear a different necktie than the one allowed and was thus ejected from the parliament's debating chamber.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/soviet-spy-gadgets-to-go-for-sale-in-beverly-hills-362412" hreflang="en">Soviet spy gadgets to go for sale in Beverly Hills</a>

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Many retro espionage devices in the sale by US-based Julien's Auctions -- known for Hollywood and pop culture memorabilia -- would not be out of place in a classic James Bond movie, including microphones hidden within pens, ashtrays and porcelain plates.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-us-carrier-groups-conduct-exercises-in-south-china-sea-362386" hreflang="en">Two US carrier groups conduct exercises in South China Sea</a>

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The exercise comes days after China condemned the sailing of the destroyer, the USS John S. McCain, near the Chinese-controlled Paracel Islands in what the United States calls freedom of navigation operation - the first such mission by the US navy since President Joe Biden took office.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-travellers-may-have-to-undergo-covid-tests-in-quarantine-362462" hreflang="en">UK travellers may have to undergo Covid tests in quarantine</a>

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Health Secretary Matt Hancock is due to announce that people told to isolate at home will be required to get a test two and eight days into a mandatory 10-day quarantine period.

In a first-of-its-kind deployment for the huge, swing-wing bombers, four US Air Force B-1 bombers and approximately 200 personnel from Dyess Air Force in Texas are being deployed to Orland Air Base in Norway.

In a first-of-its-kind deployment for the huge, swing-wing bombers, four US Air Force B-1 bombers and approximately 200 personnel from Dyess Air Force in Texas are being deployed to Orland Air Base in Norway. Meanwhile in Wuhan, the WHO mission in China has said the experts have not been able to identify the source animal of coronavirus yet. Click on headlines to read more In message to Vladimir Putin, Biden deploys B-1 bombers to Norway Four US Air Force B-1 bombers and approximately 200 personnel from Dyess Air Force in Texas are being deployed to Orland Air Base in Norway. Coronavirus animal source not yet identified, says WHO mission in Wuhan There is no indication of COVID-19 virus in Wuhan before December 2019, Liang Wannian, head of the expert panel of COVID-19 response of China National Health Commission said. Sri Lanka: Group of Muslim families complain to UNHRC about forced cremations UN reached out to Sri Lanka government after it was alleged that nearly 200 Muslims have been cremated in Sri Lanka within a period of few months. Criminal leader behind abduction of school children in Nigeria surrenders Hundreds of students were kidnapped from a northwest state of Nigeria in December 2020. The leader behind those kidnappings has now surrendered to the authorities. Facebook to remove content promoting misinformation about vaccines In another effort to curb misinformation about vaccines, the social media platform Facebook has decided to ban all kinds of misinformation about every vaccine. Book claims to date back origins of AIDS to World War I In the book, author and Canadian microbiologist Jacques Pepin appeared to have traced the beginning of the AIDS epidemic to a starving World War I soldier, who captured and ate infected animals, according to different media reports. It's about culture, mate: Māori MP ejected from NZ parliament over necktie Rawiri Waititi, the leader in news, decided to wear a different necktie than the one allowed and was thus ejected from the parliament's debating chamber. Soviet spy gadgets to go for sale in Beverly Hills Many retro espionage devices in the sale by US-based Julien's Auctions -- known for Hollywood and pop culture memorabilia -- would not be out of place in a classic James Bond movie, including microphones hidden within pens, ashtrays and porcelain plates. Two US carrier groups conduct exercises in South China Sea The exercise comes days after China condemned the sailing of the destroyer, the USS John S. McCain, near the Chinese-controlled Paracel Islands in what the United States calls freedom of navigation operation - the first such mission by the US navy since President Joe Biden took office. UK travellers may have to undergo Covid tests in quarantine Health Secretary Matt Hancock is due to announce that people told to isolate at home will be required to get a test two and eight days into a mandatory 10-day quarantine period.

Top 10 world news: Biden deploys B-1 bombers, WHO report on COVID origin, and more

The Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny's allies are hoping to have a video call with the&nbsp;European Union and envoys from Britain, the United States, Canada and Ukraine. Meanwhile, in Israel, the prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu made a brief appearance in the court as the trial against his corruption charges resumed from today. In the west, after Tesla invested&nbsp;$1.5 billion in Bitcoin, the digital currency&nbsp;hit a record-high above $43,000 on Monday.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-uk-and-us-to-speak-with-navalny-after-expulsion-of-diplomats-in-russia-362178" hreflang="en">EU, UK and US to speak with Navalny after expulsion of diplomats in Russia</a>

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The meeting at 1200 GMT is likely to be the first forum for the West to consider any possible joint response to Navalny's jailing last week and Friday's expulsions, which took place while the EU's top diplomat was visiting Moscow.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/martial-law-declared-in-parts-of-myanmar-362212">Martial law declared in parts of Myanmar</a>

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Martial law was declared on Monday in seven townships in Myanmar's second biggest city, Mandalay.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-moves-to-rejoin-un-human-rights-council-362217">US moves to rejoin UN Human Rights Council</a>

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The United States has moved to rejoin the UN Human Rights Council, nearly three years after former president Donald Trump's administration withdrew the country from body.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/witch-hunt-benjamin-netanyahu-denies-all-corruption-charges-in-mondays-trial-362177">Witch-hunt: Benjamin Netanyahu denies all corruption charges in Monday's trial</a>

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Netanyahu was charged last year with allegations of corruption as he has been accused of accepting improper gifts and trade regulatory favour with media giants in return for positive coverage.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-bans-invite-only-clubhouse-app-as-locals-use-it-to-discuss-uighur-muslims-mistreatment-362225">China bans Clubhouse app as locals use it to discuss sensitive issues</a>

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China has finally blocked access to a rare social interaction app, Clubhouse, after many locals started using it to discuss topics, including things the government does not approve.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mysterious-monolith-pops-up-near-turkish-world-heritage-site-362233" hreflang="en">Mysterious monolith pops up near Turkish world heritage site</a>

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The metal block was found by a farmer Friday in Sanliurfa province with old Turkic script that reads "Look at the sky, see the moon."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/refugee-group-condemns-damage-at-camps-hit-by-tigray-war-362236" hreflang="en">Refugee group condemns damage at camps hit by Tigray war</a>

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The damage was confirmed using satellite imagery depicting the two camps for Eritrean refugees, known as Hitsats and Shimelba, the Norwegian Refugee Council said in a statement.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/bitcoin-hits-record-high-after-tesla-invests-about-150-billion-in-it-362227" hreflang="en">Bitcoin hits record high after Tesla invests about $1.50 billion in it</a>

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Tesla's decision came just days after CEO Elon Musk changed his Twitter bio to simply read "#bitcoin." The announcement came in a US Securities and Exchange Commission document.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/undocumented-immigrants-to-get-free-access-to-covid-vaccines-too-uk-govt-362191" hreflang="en">Undocumented immigrants to get free access to COVID vaccines too: UK govt</a>

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Anyone in the UK can register with local doctors and get access to free frontline medical care, without having to worry about their immigration status in the country.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-jury-for-hong-kongs-first-national-security-trial-report-says-362241" hreflang="en">No jury for Hong Kong's first national security trial, report says</a>

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Hong Kong has decided against using a jury for the first trial under a sweeping national security law imposed by Beijing, a report has said.

The Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny's allies are hoping to have a video call with the European Union and envoys from Britain, the United States, Canada and Ukraine.

The Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny's allies are hoping to have a video call with the European Union and envoys from Britain, the United States, Canada and Ukraine. Meanwhile, in Israel, the prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu made a brief appearance in the court as the trial against his corruption charges resumed from today. In the west, after Tesla invested $1.5 billion in Bitcoin, the digital currency hit a record-high above $43,000 on Monday. Click on headlines to read more EU, UK and US to speak with Navalny after expulsion of diplomats in Russia The meeting at 1200 GMT is likely to be the first forum for the West to consider any possible joint response to Navalny's jailing last week and Friday's expulsions, which took place while the EU's top diplomat was visiting Moscow. Martial law declared in parts of Myanmar Martial law was declared on Monday in seven townships in Myanmar's second biggest city, Mandalay. US moves to rejoin UN Human Rights Council The United States has moved to rejoin the UN Human Rights Council, nearly three years after former president Donald Trump's administration withdrew the country from body. Witch-hunt: Benjamin Netanyahu denies all corruption charges in Monday's trial Netanyahu was charged last year with allegations of corruption as he has been accused of accepting improper gifts and trade regulatory favour with media giants in return for positive coverage. China bans Clubhouse app as locals use it to discuss sensitive issues China has finally blocked access to a rare social interaction app, Clubhouse, after many locals started using it to discuss topics, including things the government does not approve. Mysterious monolith pops up near Turkish world heritage site The metal block was found by a farmer Friday in Sanliurfa province with old Turkic script that reads "Look at the sky, see the moon." Refugee group condemns damage at camps hit by Tigray war The damage was confirmed using satellite imagery depicting the two camps for Eritrean refugees, known as Hitsats and Shimelba, the Norwegian Refugee Council said in a statement. Bitcoin hits record high after Tesla invests about $1.50 billion in it Tesla's decision came just days after CEO Elon Musk changed his Twitter bio to simply read "#bitcoin." The announcement came in a US Securities and Exchange Commission document. Undocumented immigrants to get free access to COVID vaccines too: UK govt Anyone in the UK can register with local doctors and get access to free frontline medical care, without having to worry about their immigration status in the country. No jury for Hong Kong's first national security trial, report says Hong Kong has decided against using a jury for the first trial under a sweeping national security law imposed by Beijing, a report has said.

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