Good morning. Here’s what you need to know to start your day with Wion’s daily news brief. 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-confirms-person-to-person-spread-of-the-new-virus-as-fourth-death-reported-275590">China confirms person-to-person spread of new virus as fourth death reported 
 
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The outbreak has spread from the central city of Wuhan to cities including Beijing and Shanghai, with more than 200 cases reported so far.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-confirms-person-to-person-spread-of-the-new-virus-as-fourth-death-reported-275590">READ MORE</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trumps-impeachment-trial-to-begin-in-us-senate-his-defence-team-calls-for-immediate-acquittal-275599">Trump's impeachment trial to begin in US Senate, his defence team calls for immediate acquittal</a>

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The Democratic-led House of Representatives' had charged Trump with the abuse of power and the obstruction of Congress. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trumps-impeachment-trial-to-begin-in-us-senate-his-defence-team-calls-for-immediate-acquittal-275599">READ MORE</a>

<a href="http://cms.wionews.com/business-economy/zomato-acquires-ubers-food-delivery-business-in-an-all-stock-deal-275592">Zomato acquires Uber's food delivery business in an all-stock deal</a>

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Zomato has purchased this app in an all-stock deal, which will give the Uber a 10% stake in the company.&nbsp;<a href="http://cms.wionews.com/business-economy/zomato-acquires-ubers-food-delivery-business-in-an-all-stock-deal-275592">READ MORE</a> 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/sharp-slwodown-in-india-a-drag-on-world-economy-275527">Sharp slowdown in India drag on world economy, says IMF</a> 
 
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The sharp drop for India "accounts for the lion's share of the downward revisions," the IMF said. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/sharp-slwodown-in-india-a-drag-on-world-economy-275527">READ MORE</a> 
 
<a href="http://cms.wionews.com/opinions-blogs/wion-edit-china-set-to-gain-from-disruption-in-auto-industry-275555">WION Edit: China set to gain from disruption in auto Industry 
 
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China wants to become a global hub for batteries and electric vehicles, and it already controls more than 60 per cent of the global market share in batteries. <a href="http://cms.wionews.com/opinions-blogs/wion-edit-china-set-to-gain-from-disruption-in-auto-industry-275555">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/premier-league-wobbles-leave-top-four-chase-wide-open-275591">Premier League wobbles leave top four chase wide open</a> 
 
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A slump in form from Frank Lampard's men has left the door open for Manchester United, Tottenham and Arsenal to secure a much-needed return to Europe's top competition. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/premier-league-wobbles-leave-top-four-chase-wide-open-275591">READ MORE</a> 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/harry-potter-and-the-cursed-child-to-now-have-autism-friendly-performance-275549">Harry Potter and the Cursed Child to now have autism-friendly performance</a>

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Those interested can buy tickets for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child for March 1 when the efficiency will unveil. The same was announced by means of social media. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/harry-potter-and-the-cursed-child-to-now-have-autism-friendly-performance-275549">READ MORE</a>

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Good morning. Here’s what you need to know to start your day with Wion’s daily news brief. China confirms person-to-person spread of new virus as fourth death reported The outbreak has spread from the central city of Wuhan to cities including Beijing and Shanghai, with more than 200 cases reported so far.

Good morning. Here’s what you need to know to start your day with Wion’s daily news brief. China confirms person-to-person spread of new virus as fourth death reported The outbreak has spread from the central city of Wuhan to cities including Beijing and Shanghai, with more than 200 cases reported so far. READ MORE Trump's impeachment trial to begin in US Senate, his defence team calls for immediate acquittal The Democratic-led House of Representatives' had charged Trump with the abuse of power and the obstruction of Congress. READ MORE Zomato acquires Uber's food delivery business in an all-stock deal Zomato has purchased this app in an all-stock deal, which will give the Uber a 10% stake in the company. READ MORE Sharp slowdown in India drag on world economy, says IMF The sharp drop for India "accounts for the lion's share of the downward revisions," the IMF said. READ MORE WION Edit: China set to gain from disruption in auto Industry China wants to become a global hub for batteries and electric vehicles, and it already controls more than 60 per cent of the global market share in batteries. READ MORE Premier League wobbles leave top four chase wide open A slump in form from Frank Lampard's men has left the door open for Manchester United, Tottenham and Arsenal to secure a much-needed return to Europe's top competition. READ MORE Harry Potter and the Cursed Child to now have autism-friendly performance Those interested can buy tickets for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child for March 1 when the efficiency will unveil. The same was announced by means of social media. READ MORE

Morning News Brief: January 21, 2020

Good morning. Here’s what you need to know to start your day with Wion’s daily news brief.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-more-japanese-evacuated-from-china-virus-epicentre-death-toll-climbs-to-170-277434">Coronavirus: More Japanese evacuated from China virus epicentre; death toll climbs to 170</a>

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Chinese health authorities said there were 7,711 confirmed cases of infection as of the end of Wednesday, mostly in Hubei province where the death toll rose by 37 to 162.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-more-japanese-evacuated-from-china-virus-epicentre-death-toll-climbs-to-170-277434">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-white-house-seek-to-quash-bolton-testimony-at-senate-trial-277433">Trump, White House seek to quash Bolton testimony at Senate trial</a>

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Trump called on Republicans to reject a push for witnesses when the issue comes up for a vote on Friday and blasted Bolton.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-white-house-seek-to-quash-bolton-testimony-at-senate-trial-277433">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/vote-on-caa-resolution-delayed-in-european-union-parliament-new-delhi-lauds-friends-of-india-277435">Vote on CAA resolution delayed in European Union Parliament; New Delhi lauds friends of India</a>

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The European People's Party group or EPP group in a move called for the delaying the vote. The move was voted on and passed with 271 in favour, 199 against and 13 abstentions.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/vote-on-caa-resolution-delayed-in-european-union-parliament-new-delhi-lauds-friends-of-india-277435">READ MORE</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions-blogs/hate-speech-is-not-free-speech-277298">Opinion: Hate speech is not free speech</a>

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The right to defend one’s idea should not end up vilifying the other community.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions-blogs/hate-speech-is-not-free-speech-277298">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/shah-rukh-khans-cousin-from-pakistan-former-district-councilor-noor-jehan-passes-away-277392">Shah Rukh Khan's cousin from Pakistan, former district councilor Noor Jehan passes away</a>

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Khan's paternal sister had been politically active in Pakistan and has also served as a district and town councillor previously.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/shah-rukh-khans-cousin-from-pakistan-former-district-councilor-noor-jehan-passes-away-277392">READ MORE</a>

Good morning. Here’s what you need to know to start your day with Wion’s daily news brief. Coronavirus: More Japanese evacuated from China virus epicentre; death toll climbs to 170 Chinese health authorities said there were 7,711 confirmed cases of infection as of the end of Wednesday, mostly in Hubei province where the death toll rose by 37 to 162.

Good morning. Here’s what you need to know to start your day with Wion’s daily news brief. Coronavirus: More Japanese evacuated from China virus epicentre; death toll climbs to 170 Chinese health authorities said there were 7,711 confirmed cases of infection as of the end of Wednesday, mostly in Hubei province where the death toll rose by 37 to 162.READ MORE Trump, White House seek to quash Bolton testimony at Senate trial Trump called on Republicans to reject a push for witnesses when the issue comes up for a vote on Friday and blasted Bolton.READ MORE Vote on CAA resolution delayed in European Union Parliament; New Delhi lauds friends of India The European People's Party group or EPP group in a move called for the delaying the vote. The move was voted on and passed with 271 in favour, 199 against and 13 abstentions.READ MORE Opinion: Hate speech is not free speech The right to defend one’s idea should not end up vilifying the other community.READ MORE Shah Rukh Khan's cousin from Pakistan, former district councilor Noor Jehan passes away Khan's paternal sister had been politically active in Pakistan and has also served as a district and town councillor previously.READ MORE

Morning News Brief: Coronavirus death toll climbs to 170, Bolton testimony at Senate trial and more

Days after Iran admitted to shooting down Ukraine plane, foreign minister Javed Zarif on Wednesday said, I and President Rouhani did not know the reason behind Boeing crash till Friday.

Days after Iran admitted to shooting down Ukraine plane, foreign minister Javed Zarif on Wednesday said, I and President Rouhani did not know the reason behind Boeing crash till Friday. Meanwhile, former Nissan chairman Carlos Ghosn said that the French ambassador had warned him shortly after his arrest that his own company was plotting against him. Here are the top 10 news stories that dominated the world arena on Wednesday. I and President Rouhani did not know the reason behind Boeing crash till Friday: Iran foreign minister Zarif Just days after the Iranian army shot down a Ukranian Boeing 737 aircraft, foreign minister Javad Zarif speaking at the Raisina Dialogue in New Delhi said it occurred due to a "crisis". Read more We help Apple on trade, yet they refuse to unlock phones used by killers: Trump Trump asked Apple to help the federal agencies unlock phones that are used by criminals something that Apple has refused to do. He said that his government had consistently helped apple in trade matters and so it was time for Apple to reciprocate. Read more China's using its growing economic clout to silence critics abroad: Human Rights Watch The head of Human Rights Watch has accused the Chinese government of not only creating a high-tech surveillance state at home but using its growing economic clout to silence critics abroad. Read more Trump backs Sanders in row with Warren over prospect of female US president US President Donald Trump backed Democratic presidential contender Bernie Sanders in his back-and-forth with rival Elizabeth Warren, saying he did not believe Sanders would suggest a woman could not win the 2020 election. Read more Iran plane crash: Video shows missiles launched from an Iranian military site hit the plane Two missiles launched from an Iranian military site hit Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 on January 8, the New York Times report said on Tuesday. The Times reportedly verified security camera footage and stated that two missiles, fired 30 seconds apart, from an Iranian military site around eight miles from the plane. Read more Rupert Murdoch's son condemns Fox News and News Corp for coverage of climate change, Australian bushfire James Murdoch, the son of media mogul Rupert Murdoch has denounced the coverage of climate crisis, especially the Australian bushfire by his father's news outlet. Read more Former Nissan boss Ghosn says French envoy warned about Nissan plotting against him Former Nissan chairman Carlos Ghosn said that the French ambassador had warned him shortly after his arrest that his own company was plotting against him which forced him to make the dramatic escape to Beirut. Read more ICJ ruling on urgent measures in Rohingya case on January 23: Gambia The U.N.'s top court will deliver its decision next week on whether emergency measures should be imposed on Myanmar over alleged genocide against its Rohingya Muslims, the Gambian government tweeted Wednesday. Read more Hong Kong police defuse pipe bomb, arrest four for manufacturing explosives Hong Kong police said they defused a pipe bomb and arrested four men for manufacturing explosives after raiding an apartment where they found protest-related items such as Guy Fawkes masks and protective gear. Read more At least 62 killed after several avalanches hit PoK At least 62 people were killed and many went missing in Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir after several avalanches hit the villages due to the harsh winters. According to a report, the worst hit was the Neelum Valley area where heavy rains and snowfall triggered multiple avalanches, including one that killed at least 19 people. Read more

Top 10 world news today: US democratic debate, PoK avalanches and more

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei while addressing people during&nbsp;the Friday prayers called US President Trump a "clown" while attacking US presence in the region. Meanwhile, President Xi Jinping arrived in Myanmar on a two-day visit today with several Belt and Road(BRI) project on the anvil and&nbsp;Ukraine's prime minister offered his resignation after an audio clip was leaked of him reportedly criticizing President Volodymyr Zelensky's understanding of the economy.

Here are the top 10 news stories that dominated the world arena.

These American 'clowns' who lie, says Khamenei in Friday sermon referring to Trump

While calling for national unity, Khamenei said: 'The Quds Force is a humanitarian organisation with human values that protects people across the region'. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/these-american-clowns-who-lie-says-khamenei-in-friday-sermon-referring-to-trump-274902">Read more</a>

President Xi Jinping arrives in Myanmar seeking to push Belt and Road project

Chinese President Xi is scheduled to meet Aung San Suu Kyi and Army chief Min Aung Hlaing in Naypyitaw, including several heads of political parties. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/chinas-president-xi-jinping-arrives-in-myanmar-seeking-to-push-belt-and-road-project-274887">Read more</a>

US President Trump's impeachment trial officially gets underway in Senate

Even as the impeachment proceedings got underway at Capitol Hill, a handful of protesters staged demonstrations outside. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-president-trumps-impeachment-trial-officialy-gets-underway-274778">Read more</a>

Ahead of Davos summit, Greta Thunberg calls for 'real climate action'

Greta Thunberg is due to address the Davos summit next week. She is widely expected to ask the gathering of top business heads and government officials to stop investing in fossil fuels. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ahead-of-davos-summit-greta-thunberg-calls-for-real-climate-action-274917">Read more</a>&nbsp;

Iran gave US 'slap on face', calls missile strikes 'day of God': Khamenei

As tension escalated between Iran and US following the killing of Qasem Soleimeni, a powerful Iranian general who was close to Khamenei, Iran launched missiles at US targets on January 8. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/khamenei-iran-gave-us-slap-on-face-calls-missile-strikes-day-of-god-274857">Read more</a>

Ukrainian PM Oleksiy Honcharuk offers resignation after leaked recording

'To remove any doubts about our respect for and trust in the president, I have written a resignation letter and handed it over to the president,' Oleksiy Goncharuk wrote on his official Facebook page. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukrainian-pm-oleksiy-honcharuk-offers-resignation-after-leaked-recording-274852">Read more</a>

Paternity leave row: Japanese minister Koizumi welcomes baby boy

The minister says he wants to set an example and become a role-model for Japan's working fathers. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/paternity-leave-row-japanese-minister-koizumi-welcomes-baby-boy-looks-forward-to-balancing-public-duties-with-child-care-274921">Read more</a>

Meghan Markle 'may not return' to UK for a very long time

Ahead of the ad-hoc staff, only two permanent employees which include a house manager and a cleaner are moved to the Queen’s household. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/meghan-markle-may-not-return-to-uk-for-a-very-long-time-274847">Read more</a>

US congresswomen 'Ayanna Pressley' reveals her bald look

Alopecia is the medical term for baldness, but the word is more often used to refer to alopecia areata, a common autoimmune disorder resulting in unpredictable hair loss. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-lawmaker-pressley-reveals-baldness-alopecia-diagnosis-274800">Read more</a>

Five countries demand Iran compensate relatives of plane-crash victims

This came as the foreign ministers of Canada, Ukraine, Sweden, Afghanistan, and Britain paid homage to the crash victims at the Canadian high commission in London. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/five-countries-demand-iran-compensate-relatives-of-plane-crash-victims-274790">Read more</a>

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei while addressing people during the Friday prayers called US President Trump a "clown" while attacking US presence in the region.

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei while addressing people during the Friday prayers called US President Trump a "clown" while attacking US presence in the region. Meanwhile, President Xi Jinping arrived in Myanmar on a two-day visit today with several Belt and Road(BRI) project on the anvil and Ukraine's prime minister offered his resignation after an audio clip was leaked of him reportedly criticizing President Volodymyr Zelensky's understanding of the economy. Here are the top 10 news stories that dominated the world arena. These American 'clowns' who lie, says Khamenei in Friday sermon referring to Trump While calling for national unity, Khamenei said: 'The Quds Force is a humanitarian organisation with human values that protects people across the region'. Read more President Xi Jinping arrives in Myanmar seeking to push Belt and Road project Chinese President Xi is scheduled to meet Aung San Suu Kyi and Army chief Min Aung Hlaing in Naypyitaw, including several heads of political parties. Read more US President Trump's impeachment trial officially gets underway in Senate Even as the impeachment proceedings got underway at Capitol Hill, a handful of protesters staged demonstrations outside. Read more Ahead of Davos summit, Greta Thunberg calls for 'real climate action' Greta Thunberg is due to address the Davos summit next week. She is widely expected to ask the gathering of top business heads and government officials to stop investing in fossil fuels. Read more Iran gave US 'slap on face', calls missile strikes 'day of God': Khamenei As tension escalated between Iran and US following the killing of Qasem Soleimeni, a powerful Iranian general who was close to Khamenei, Iran launched missiles at US targets on January 8. Read more Ukrainian PM Oleksiy Honcharuk offers resignation after leaked recording 'To remove any doubts about our respect for and trust in the president, I have written a resignation letter and handed it over to the president,' Oleksiy Goncharuk wrote on his official Facebook page. Read more Paternity leave row: Japanese minister Koizumi welcomes baby boy The minister says he wants to set an example and become a role-model for Japan's working fathers. Read more Meghan Markle 'may not return' to UK for a very long time Ahead of the ad-hoc staff, only two permanent employees which include a house manager and a cleaner are moved to the Queen’s household. Read more US congresswomen 'Ayanna Pressley' reveals her bald look Alopecia is the medical term for baldness, but the word is more often used to refer to alopecia areata, a common autoimmune disorder resulting in unpredictable hair loss. Read more Five countries demand Iran compensate relatives of plane-crash victims This came as the foreign ministers of Canada, Ukraine, Sweden, Afghanistan, and Britain paid homage to the crash victims at the Canadian high commission in London. Read more

Top 10 world news today: Khamenei calls Trump 'clown', President Xi arrives in Myanmar and more

Good morning. Here’s what you need to know to start your day with Wion’s daily news brief.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-tears-into-environmental-doom-mongers-at-davos-forum-275841">Trump tears into environmental 'doom' mongers at Davos forum 
 
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Thunberg was in the audience in the Swiss Alps to hear the typically bullish speech by Trump, delivered just before the US Senate opened the crucial next stage in his trial for abuse of power and obstruction of Congress. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-tears-into-environmental-doom-mongers-at-davos-forum-275841">READ MORE</a> 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/death-toll-in-the-new-sars-like-coronavirus-in-china-rises-to-six-275733">As death toll rises, China warns party cadres not to cover-up virus outbreak</a> 
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The commentary referred to the SARS outbreak as an example, saying delays and a cover-up in reporting the epidemic had hurt the government’s credibility and affected social stability.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/death-toll-in-the-new-sars-like-coronavirus-in-china-rises-to-six-275733">READ MORE</a> 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pakistan-pm-imran-khan-meets-trump-at-world-economic-forum-in-davos-rakes-up-kashmir-issue-275828">Pakistan PM Imran Khan meets Trump at World Economic Forum in Davos; rakes up Kashmir issue 
 
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After the meeting with PM Imran Khan, Trump said that America has never been closer to Pakistan before than it is right now.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pakistan-pm-imran-khan-meets-trump-at-world-economic-forum-in-davos-rakes-up-kashmir-issue-275828">READ MORE</a> 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/netflix-interested-in-meghan-markle-prince-harrys-story-of-royal-exit-275799">Netflix interested in Meghan Markle, Prince Harry's story of royal exit</a>

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Netflix Chief Content Officer Ted Sarandos expressed interest in working with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle on their story of exit from the British royal family.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/netflix-interested-in-meghan-markle-prince-harrys-story-of-royal-exit-275799">READ MORE</a> 
 
Video: A House Needs Urgent De-Frosting, Thanks To The Bitter Cold In Russia

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions-blogs/the-vatican-must-probe-cover-up-of-child-sexual-abuse-275752">Sex scandal shocks Mexico: The Vatican must probe cover-up of child sexual abuse</a> 
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Vatican reform process has failed to address one key area - punishing known historic abusers and the people who covered for them.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions-blogs/the-vatican-must-probe-cover-up-of-child-sexual-abuse-275752">READ MORE</a> 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/family-to-mark-salas-anniversary-in-quiet-contemplation-275788">Family to mark Emiliano Sala's anniversary in 'quiet contemplation' 
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The death of Cardiff forward Emiliano Sala in a plane crash a year ago will be marked by his family on Tuesday in "private, quiet contemplation of their loss", their lawyer said.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/family-to-mark-salas-anniversary-in-quiet-contemplation-275788">READ MORE</a>

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Good morning. Here’s what you need to know to start your day with Wion’s daily news brief. Trump tears into environmental 'doom' mongers at Davos forum Thunberg was in the audience in the Swiss Alps to hear the typically bullish speech by Trump, delivered just before the US Senate opened the crucial next stage in his trial for abuse of power and obstruction of Congress.

Good morning. Here’s what you need to know to start your day with Wion’s daily news brief. Trump tears into environmental 'doom' mongers at Davos forum Thunberg was in the audience in the Swiss Alps to hear the typically bullish speech by Trump, delivered just before the US Senate opened the crucial next stage in his trial for abuse of power and obstruction of Congress. READ MORE As death toll rises, China warns party cadres not to cover-up virus outbreak The commentary referred to the SARS outbreak as an example, saying delays and a cover-up in reporting the epidemic had hurt the government’s credibility and affected social stability.READ MORE Pakistan PM Imran Khan meets Trump at World Economic Forum in Davos; rakes up Kashmir issue After the meeting with PM Imran Khan, Trump said that America has never been closer to Pakistan before than it is right now.READ MORE Netflix interested in Meghan Markle, Prince Harry's story of royal exit Netflix Chief Content Officer Ted Sarandos expressed interest in working with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle on their story of exit from the British royal family.READ MORE Video: A House Needs Urgent De-Frosting, Thanks To The Bitter Cold In Russia Sex scandal shocks Mexico: The Vatican must probe cover-up of child sexual abuse Vatican reform process has failed to address one key area - punishing known historic abusers and the people who covered for them.READ MORE Family to mark Emiliano Sala's anniversary in 'quiet contemplation' The death of Cardiff forward Emiliano Sala in a plane crash a year ago will be marked by his family on Tuesday in "private, quiet contemplation of their loss", their lawyer said.READ MORE

Morning News Brief: January 22, 2020

Good morning. Here’s what you need to know to start your day with WION’s daily news brief.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-coronavirus-wuhan-city-imposes-transport-lockdown-as-death-toll-rises-to-seventeen-and-no-of-cases-rise-to-571-276004">China coronavirus: Wuhan city imposes transport lockdown as death toll rises to seventeen and number of cases rise to 571</a>

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Cases of the new coronavirus pneumonia disease rose to 571 on the Chinese mainland as of Wednesday midnight, including 95 in critical condition, and fatalities rose to 17. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-coronavirus-wuhan-city-imposes-transport-lockdown-as-death-toll-rises-to-seventeen-and-no-of-cases-rise-to-571-276004">READ MORE</a> 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/islamic-state-resurgence-possible-if-america-leaves-iraq-us-general-276003">Islamic State resurgence possible if America leaves Iraq: US General</a> 
 
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The group "certainly still remain a threat," he said. "They have the potential to resurge if we take the pressure off of them for too long."<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/islamic-state-resurgence-possible-if-america-leaves-iraq-us-general-276003">READ MORE</a> 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions-blogs/iran-us-conflict-worst-is-over-but-core-issues-remain-unresolved-275946">Iran-US conflict: Worst is over, but core issues remain unresolved</a> 
 
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The situation poses a challenge for the foreign policy of India which on the one hand has a strategic partnership with the US and long civilisational links with Iran on the other hand.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions-blogs/iran-us-conflict-worst-is-over-but-core-issues-remain-unresolved-275946">READ MORE</a> 
 
Video: Davos summit — More sparks fly on day two

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/australian-open-sania-mirza-pulls-out-of-mixed-doubles-citing-calf-injury-276005">Australian Open: Sania Mirza pulls out of Mixed doubles citing calf injury</a>

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Sania made a comeback after two years gap by winning the Hobart International. Her calf injury was visible in the later stages of the tournament.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/australian-open-sania-mirza-pulls-out-of-mixed-doubles-citing-calf-injury-276005">READ MORE</a>

 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment-news/british-comedy-icon-and-monty-python-co-founder-terry-jones-dies-at-77-275961">'Monty Python' star Terry Jones dies at 77</a>

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British comedy icon and 'Monty Python' star Terry Jones died at the age of 77 on Wednesday evening after suffering from Frontotemporal dementia, a rare form of dementia.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment-news/british-comedy-icon-and-monty-python-co-founder-terry-jones-dies-at-77-275961">READ MORE</a>

Good morning. Here’s what you need to know to start your day with WION’s daily news brief. China coronavirus: Wuhan city imposes transport lockdown as death toll rises to seventeen and number of cases rise to 571 Cases of the new coronavirus pneumonia disease rose to 571 on the Chinese mainland as of Wednesday midnight, including 95 in critical condition, and fatalities rose to 17.

Good morning. Here’s what you need to know to start your day with WION’s daily news brief. China coronavirus: Wuhan city imposes transport lockdown as death toll rises to seventeen and number of cases rise to 571 Cases of the new coronavirus pneumonia disease rose to 571 on the Chinese mainland as of Wednesday midnight, including 95 in critical condition, and fatalities rose to 17. READ MORE Islamic State resurgence possible if America leaves Iraq: US General The group "certainly still remain a threat," he said. "They have the potential to resurge if we take the pressure off of them for too long."READ MORE Iran-US conflict: Worst is over, but core issues remain unresolved The situation poses a challenge for the foreign policy of India which on the one hand has a strategic partnership with the US and long civilisational links with Iran on the other hand.READ MORE Video: Davos summit — More sparks fly on day two Australian Open: Sania Mirza pulls out of Mixed doubles citing calf injury Sania made a comeback after two years gap by winning the Hobart International. Her calf injury was visible in the later stages of the tournament.READ MORE 'Monty Python' star Terry Jones dies at 77 British comedy icon and 'Monty Python' star Terry Jones died at the age of 77 on Wednesday evening after suffering from Frontotemporal dementia, a rare form of dementia.READ MORE

Morning News Brief: January 23, 2020

Good morning. Here’s what you need to know to start your day with WION’s daily news brief.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/death-toll-of-chinas-coronavirus-mounts-to-25-276224">Death toll from China's coronavirus mounts to 25</a>

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The death toll in China's coronavirus rose to 25, with the number of confirmed cases jumping to 830, the government said on Friday. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/death-toll-of-chinas-coronavirus-mounts-to-25-276224">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/global-corruption-perception-index-india-slips-to-80th-position-pakistan-ranks-at-120-276178">Global Corruption Perception Index: India slips to 80th position; Pakistan ranks at 120</a>

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India slipped two places on the Corruption Perception Index after it ranked at 80, compared to the previous year when it was ranked at 78, said Transparency International in its annual report on Thursday. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/global-corruption-perception-index-india-slips-to-80th-position-pakistan-ranks-at-120-276178">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/firmino-worldie-secures-another-late-liverpool-win-at-wolves-276220">Firmino 'worldie' secures another late Liverpool win at Wolves</a>

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Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp hailed another moment of magic from Roberto Firmino as the Brazilian's late winner opened up a 16-point lead at the top of the Premier League with a 2-1 victory at Wolves on Thursday. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/firmino-worldie-secures-another-late-liverpool-win-at-wolves-276220">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions-blogs/kashmiri-pandits-deserve-acknowledgement-and-a-dignified-return-276141">Kashmiri Pandits deserve acknowledgement and a dignified return</a>

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Recently trailer of a movie based on Kashmiri Pandits exodus, 'Shikara', was released. The film depicts exodus of Kashmiri Pandits and highlights their plight. The movie has brought back painful memories of the forceful displacement and 'genocide' of Kashmiri Pandits. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions-blogs/kashmiri-pandits-deserve-acknowledgement-and-a-dignified-return-276141">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/queen-elizabeth-ii-approves-uk-governments-brexit-bill-276201">Queen Elizabeth II approves UK government's Brexit bill</a>

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Queen Elizabeth II gave her formal assent Thursday for Britain to end its decades-long involvement in the European Union and seek a more independent but uncertain future at the end of the month. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/queen-elizabeth-ii-approves-uk-governments-brexit-bill-276201">Read more</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bradley-cooper-to-star-and-direct-netflixs-leonard-bernstein-biopic-an-oscar-sure-shot-276182">Bradley Cooper to star and direct Netflix's Leonard Bernstein biopic, an Oscar sure shot?</a>

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In big breaking news from Hollywood, Netflix is planning a biopic on Leonard Bernstein, the orchestra conductor, and composer of West Side Story. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bradley-cooper-to-star-and-direct-netflixs-leonard-bernstein-biopic-an-oscar-sure-shot-276182">Read more</a>&nbsp; 
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Good morning. Here’s what you need to know to start your day with WION’s daily news brief. Death toll from China's coronavirus mounts to 25 The death toll in China's coronavirus rose to 25, with the number of confirmed cases jumping to 830, the government said on Friday.

Good morning. Here’s what you need to know to start your day with WION’s daily news brief. Death toll from China's coronavirus mounts to 25 The death toll in China's coronavirus rose to 25, with the number of confirmed cases jumping to 830, the government said on Friday. Read more Global Corruption Perception Index: India slips to 80th position; Pakistan ranks at 120 India slipped two places on the Corruption Perception Index after it ranked at 80, compared to the previous year when it was ranked at 78, said Transparency International in its annual report on Thursday. Read more Firmino 'worldie' secures another late Liverpool win at Wolves Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp hailed another moment of magic from Roberto Firmino as the Brazilian's late winner opened up a 16-point lead at the top of the Premier League with a 2-1 victory at Wolves on Thursday. Read more Kashmiri Pandits deserve acknowledgement and a dignified return Recently trailer of a movie based on Kashmiri Pandits exodus, 'Shikara', was released. The film depicts exodus of Kashmiri Pandits and highlights their plight. The movie has brought back painful memories of the forceful displacement and 'genocide' of Kashmiri Pandits. Read more Queen Elizabeth II approves UK government's Brexit bill Queen Elizabeth II gave her formal assent Thursday for Britain to end its decades-long involvement in the European Union and seek a more independent but uncertain future at the end of the month. Read more Bradley Cooper to star and direct Netflix's Leonard Bernstein biopic, an Oscar sure shot? In big breaking news from Hollywood, Netflix is planning a biopic on Leonard Bernstein, the orchestra conductor, and composer of West Side Story. Read more

Morning News Brief: China's deadly virus outbreak, Global corruption index, and more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/key-elements-of-the-us-china-trade-deal-a-pact-to-pause-the-economic-conflict-274516">Key elements of the US-China trade deal: A pact to pause the economic conflict</a>

China agreed to buy $200 billion more in US goods over two years than it did in 2017 before the trade war erupted, according to the agreement signed Wednesday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iranians-bury-dead-from-downed-plane-after-days-of-rage-on-the-street-274513">Iranians bury dead from downed plane after days of rage on the street</a>

Emotions have been running high as the victims of the January 8 crash are mourned. The national flag was ripped from the coffin of one victim when relatives collected the body and the mother shouted "Tear it off," an online video post showed.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/wion-speed-news-watch-top-national-and-international-news-of-the-morning-january-16-2020-274518">Watch: Top national and international news of the morning - January 16, 2020</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/for-the-first-time-us-census-to-count-sikhs-as-separate-ethnic-group-274473">In a first, US census to count Sikhs as separate ethnic group</a>

US Census Deputy Director Ron Jarmin said, "It's clear that a separate code is needed to ensure an accurate count of Sikhs in the United States, recognising a unique identity."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/jamie-foxx-on-lack-of-diversity-at-oscars-we-dont-start-these-movies-to-win-awards-274519">Jamie Foxx on lack of diversity at Oscars: We don't start these movies to win awards</a>

The film 'Just Mercy' tackles the subjects of wrongful convictions and racism. It was snubbed by the Academy when nominations were revealed on Monday.

Key elements of the US-China trade deal: A pact to pause the economic conflict China agreed to buy $200 billion more in US goods over two years than it did in 2017 before the trade war erupted, according to the agreement signed Wednesday.

Key elements of the US-China trade deal: A pact to pause the economic conflict China agreed to buy $200 billion more in US goods over two years than it did in 2017 before the trade war erupted, according to the agreement signed Wednesday. Iranians bury dead from downed plane after days of rage on the street Emotions have been running high as the victims of the January 8 crash are mourned. The national flag was ripped from the coffin of one victim when relatives collected the body and the mother shouted "Tear it off," an online video post showed. Watch: Top national and international news of the morning - January 16, 2020 In a first, US census to count Sikhs as separate ethnic group US Census Deputy Director Ron Jarmin said, "It's clear that a separate code is needed to ensure an accurate count of Sikhs in the United States, recognising a unique identity." Jamie Foxx on lack of diversity at Oscars: We don't start these movies to win awards The film 'Just Mercy' tackles the subjects of wrongful convictions and racism. It was snubbed by the Academy when nominations were revealed on Monday.

News brief: Top news stories this Morning - January 16, 2020