<p>CIA chief Bill Burns on Wednesday (July 20) said that China appears all set on invading Taiwan with its force.&nbsp; But Beijing’s plans for when and how, not whether, to do so is influenced by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Burns stated at the Aspen Security Forum that China probably observed taking Ukraine’s example that “you don’t achieve quick, decisive victories with underwhelming force.”&nbsp;<br />
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While downplaying rumours that the Chinese president might order an attack on Taiwan following a Communist party gathering this year, Burns warned that things might get worse as this decade goes on. The CIA director said, “I wouldn’t underestimate President Xi’s determination to assert China’s control over self-ruling Taiwan,” AFP reported.&nbsp;<br />
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Burns claimed that China was unsettled by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, which he called the Russian president’s failure since he wanted to topple the Kyiv administration in a week. He said, “Our sense is that it probably affects less the question of whether the Chinese leadership might choose some years down the road to use force to control Taiwan, but how and when they would do it,” AFP reported.</p>

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<p>In a conversation with NBC News, he said, “Our sense is that it probably affects less the question of whether the Chinese leadership might choose some years down the road to use force to control Taiwan, but how and when they would do it.”&nbsp;<br />
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He further continued, “I suspect the lesson that the Chinese leadership and military are drawing is that you’ve got to amass overwhelming force if you’re going to contemplate that in the future.”<br />
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<p>However, Qin Gang, China’s ambassador to the United States, stated that Beijing still favored ‘peaceful reunification.’ He said that the US was aiding independent forces in Taiwan, where President Tsai Ing-wen has proclaimed the island to be distinct from the rest of the world.&nbsp;<br />
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In May, US President Joe Biden appeared to eliminate long-standing US ambiguity over whether it would intervene militarily when he indicated that the country was all ready to use force to defend Taiwan from Chinese attack.</p>

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<p>On Wednesday, Biden told reporters that he planned to speak to Xi Jinping in the next 10 days.&nbsp;</p>

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CIA chief Bill Burns on Wednesday (July 20) said that China appears all set on invading Taiwan with its force. But Beijing’s plans for when and how, not whether, to do so is influenced by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

CIA chief Bill Burns on Wednesday (July 20) said that China appears all set on invading Taiwan with its force. But Beijing’s plans for when and how, not whether, to do so is influenced by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Burns stated at the Aspen Security Forum that China probably observed taking Ukraine’s example that “you don’t achieve quick, decisive victories with underwhelming force.” While downplaying rumours that the Chinese president might order an attack on Taiwan following a Communist party gathering this year, Burns warned that things might get worse as this decade goes on. The CIA director said, “I wouldn’t underestimate President Xi’s determination to assert China’s control over self-ruling Taiwan,” AFP reported. Burns claimed that China was unsettled by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, which he called the Russian president’s failure since he wanted to topple the Kyiv administration in a week. He said, “Our sense is that it probably affects less the question of whether the Chinese leadership might choose some years down the road to use force to control Taiwan, but how and when they would do it,” AFP reported. Also read | US President Joe Biden plans to speak with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping In a conversation with NBC News, he said, “Our sense is that it probably affects less the question of whether the Chinese leadership might choose some years down the road to use force to control Taiwan, but how and when they would do it.” He further continued, “I suspect the lesson that the Chinese leadership and military are drawing is that you’ve got to amass overwhelming force if you’re going to contemplate that in the future.” Watch | US to send more precision rocket systems to Ukraine after Moscow warns of intensifying attacks However, Qin Gang, China’s ambassador to the United States, stated that Beijing still favored ‘peaceful reunification.’ He said that the US was aiding independent forces in Taiwan, where President Tsai Ing-wen has proclaimed the island to be distinct from the rest of the world. In May, US President Joe Biden appeared to eliminate long-standing US ambiguity over whether it would intervene militarily when he indicated that the country was all ready to use force to defend Taiwan from Chinese attack. Also read | China tries to prevent the UN rights chief from releasing report on human rights violations in Xinjiang On Wednesday, Biden told reporters that he planned to speak to Xi Jinping in the next 10 days. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>On Wednesday (July 21), environmental experts praised US President Joe Biden’s executive initiatives to tackle the emerging climate changes. This announcement comes during the time when nearly 100 million Americans from Las Vegas to New York are under heat warnings, temperature this week is expected to reach far beyond 100 degrees Fahrenheit (28 degrees Celsius). In order to help states, establish cooling centers to deal with extreme heat and other effects, Biden announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency will contribute a fund for $2.3 billion. The United States has been dealing with extreme heat for a long time, with constant wildfires, Reuters reported.</p>

<p>As per the White House officials, the administration includes financing for programme that aids local communities to improve flood control, strengthen utilities, and adapt buildings as well as aid low-income households with heating and cooling expenses.</p>

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<p>The president promised to take more decisive action after Wednesday’s modest climate change measures.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Joellen L. Russell, Professor at the University of Arizona said, “The more the better.” He further stated, “But I also worry a little bit that we're putting a lot of emphasis on what we call adaptation. Basically just getting used to being able to handle the very high heat, the very large floods, the coastal inundation, you know, our incredible droughts out here in the west and the wildfires and the emissions.” The professor claimed that while is more concerned about mitigating measures, she still sees the administration’s announcement as a positive sign.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>However, another expert, George Koch, marked that although the president didn’t make any official statement but said also said this can be seen as a sign of climate emergency.</p>

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On Wednesday (July 21), environmental experts praised US President Joe Biden’s executive initiatives to tackle the emerging climate changes. This announcement comes during the time when nearly 100 million Americans from Las Vegas to New York are under heat warnings, temperature this week is expected to reach far beyond 100 degrees Fahrenheit (28 degrees Celsius).

On Wednesday (July 21), environmental experts praised US President Joe Biden’s executive initiatives to tackle the emerging climate changes. This announcement comes during the time when nearly 100 million Americans from Las Vegas to New York are under heat warnings, temperature this week is expected to reach far beyond 100 degrees Fahrenheit (28 degrees Celsius). In order to help states, establish cooling centers to deal with extreme heat and other effects, Biden announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency will contribute a fund for $2.3 billion. The United States has been dealing with extreme heat for a long time, with constant wildfires, Reuters reported. As per the White House officials, the administration includes financing for programme that aids local communities to improve flood control, strengthen utilities, and adapt buildings as well as aid low-income households with heating and cooling expenses. Also read | Wildfires raging in 13 US states, over 100 million Americans under threat The president promised to take more decisive action after Wednesday’s modest climate change measures. Watch | WION Climate Tracker | Europe's record breaking temperatures | Heat made worse by climate change Joellen L. Russell, Professor at the University of Arizona said, “The more the better.” He further stated, “But I also worry a little bit that we're putting a lot of emphasis on what we call adaptation. Basically just getting used to being able to handle the very high heat, the very large floods, the coastal inundation, you know, our incredible droughts out here in the west and the wildfires and the emissions.” The professor claimed that while is more concerned about mitigating measures, she still sees the administration’s announcement as a positive sign. Also read | At least 41 properties damaged in fire due to heatwave, says London Mayor However, another expert, George Koch, marked that although the president didn’t make any official statement but said also said this can be seen as a sign of climate emergency. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>According to a new mega survey by medical and public health scientists, at least 50 million Americans, or one in five adults, believe in justified political violence in certain circumstances.</p>

<p>The study titled ‘Views of American Democracy and Society and Support for Political Violence’, has stated that alienation and mistrust from democratic institutions have reached such a peak that substantial US minorities feel that violence is just as long as it serves its political ends, reports The Guardian.</p>

<p>&nbsp;“The prospect of large-scale violence in the near future is entirely plausible,” scientists have warned, adding that this is more than a year after the horrific Jan. 6 riots on Capitol Hill.</p>

<p>The team of scientists at the University of California, Davis, came to the conclusion after collating opinions of almost 9,000 people across the country to find out the acceptance rate of political violence.</p>

<p>The survey was done by scientists Garen Wintemute, Sonia Robinson and Andrew Crawford, and it was conducted over three weeks beginning on May 3.</p>

<p>The survey threw up some alarming statics. It says that 3 per cent of respondents or about 7 million people feel that political violence is usually or always justified. While one in four of the surveyors – equivalent to more than 60 million Americans – believe that violence can be justified “to preserve an American way of life based on western European traditions”.</p>

<p>But the most alarming aspect of the survey revealed that almost 7.1 per cent said that can kill a person to serve an important political goal. The UC Davis team points out that it is equivalent of 18 million Americans.</p>

<p>Apart from that,&nbsp;nearly a third of Americans surveyed among 9,000 believe the lie that the 2020 presidential election was stolen from Donald Trump.</p>

<p>The scientists claimed that extreme political polarisation, scepticism about government and democratic institutions, rising gun violence&nbsp;and increased firearms sales, along with the rampant spread of conspiracy theories and misinformation, have combined into a toxic soup.</p>

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According to a new mega survey by medical and public health scientists, at least 50 million Americans, or one in five adults, believe in justified political violence in certain circumstances.

According to a new mega survey by medical and public health scientists, at least 50 million Americans, or one in five adults, believe in justified political violence in certain circumstances. The study titled ‘Views of American Democracy and Society and Support for Political Violence’, has stated that alienation and mistrust from democratic institutions have reached such a peak that substantial US minorities feel that violence is just as long as it serves its political ends, reports The Guardian. “The prospect of large-scale violence in the near future is entirely plausible,” scientists have warned, adding that this is more than a year after the horrific Jan. 6 riots on Capitol Hill. The team of scientists at the University of California, Davis, came to the conclusion after collating opinions of almost 9,000 people across the country to find out the acceptance rate of political violence. The survey was done by scientists Garen Wintemute, Sonia Robinson and Andrew Crawford, and it was conducted over three weeks beginning on May 3. The survey threw up some alarming statics. It says that 3 per cent of respondents or about 7 million people feel that political violence is usually or always justified. While one in four of the surveyors – equivalent to more than 60 million Americans – believe that violence can be justified “to preserve an American way of life based on western European traditions”. But the most alarming aspect of the survey revealed that almost 7.1 per cent said that can kill a person to serve an important political goal. The UC Davis team points out that it is equivalent of 18 million Americans. Apart from that, nearly a third of Americans surveyed among 9,000 believe the lie that the 2020 presidential election was stolen from Donald Trump. The scientists claimed that extreme political polarisation, scepticism about government and democratic institutions, rising gun violence and increased firearms sales, along with the rampant spread of conspiracy theories and misinformation, have combined into a toxic soup. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

1 in 5 Americans believe violence is justified to serve political ends, says survey

At least 34 people have been arrested, out of which 16 are Democrat lawmakers at a pro-abortion rights demonstration near the US Capitol Hill.

US: At least 34 arrested near Capitol Hill at a pro-abortion rally

Former Donald Trump adviser Steve Bannon faces trial for refusing to co-operate with the congressional committee investigating the attack on the US Capitol on January 6.

Jan 6 Capitol riots probe: Ex-Trump aide Steve Bannon goes on trial for contempt of Congress

US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen aims for deeper trade ties among allies to fortify their supply chains, combat inflation and thwart China's "unfair trade practices" and efforts to dominate key raw materials and technologies markets.

Yellen: China uses market position to an unfair advantage

<p>In response to concerns that the Supreme Court would revoke recognition of same-sex couples, the US House of Representatives passed a bill on Tuesday to offer federal protection for such unions. The Respect for Marriage Act would guarantee protection for both same-sex marriages&nbsp;and inter-racial unions by requiring US states to acknowledge a legitimate marriage celebrated in another state. The bill received support from 47 Republican lawmakers in addition to Democrats, and when it cleared the House, there was sporadic clapping. In the 100-member Senate, Democrats hold 50 members, and 10 Republican votes would be required to move the legislation to the floor, AFP reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>By a vote of 267 to 157, the Respect for Marriage Act was approved in the Democratic-controlled chamber, but its chances in the Senate are questionable.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The legislation nullifies the 1996 Defense of Marriage Act, which established the institution of marriage as a union between a man and woman. The act barriers married same-sex couples from receiving government benefits were partially overturned by the Supreme Court in a 5-4 decision in 2013, but the statute remained in the effect.&nbsp;</p>

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<div class="videoWrapper trancodeVideo">However, 71 per cent of Americans stated that they support same-sex marriage in a May Gallup poll, same-sex marriage continues to be a top target for certain Republicans and religious rights in the US.&nbsp;</div>

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<p>Democrats forced Republicans to publicly address the Respect for Marriage Act in advance of the November midterm elections by putting it up for a vote in the House.&nbsp;</p>

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In response to concerns that the Supreme Court would revoke recognition of same-sex couples, the US House of Representatives passed a bill on Tuesday to offer federal protection for such unions.

In response to concerns that the Supreme Court would revoke recognition of same-sex couples, the US House of Representatives passed a bill on Tuesday to offer federal protection for such unions. The Respect for Marriage Act would guarantee protection for both same-sex marriages and inter-racial unions by requiring US states to acknowledge a legitimate marriage celebrated in another state. The bill received support from 47 Republican lawmakers in addition to Democrats, and when it cleared the House, there was sporadic clapping. In the 100-member Senate, Democrats hold 50 members, and 10 Republican votes would be required to move the legislation to the floor, AFP reported. By a vote of 267 to 157, the Respect for Marriage Act was approved in the Democratic-controlled chamber, but its chances in the Senate are questionable. Also read | 'I do': History made in Switzerland as first same-sex couples marry The legislation nullifies the 1996 Defense of Marriage Act, which established the institution of marriage as a union between a man and woman. The act barriers married same-sex couples from receiving government benefits were partially overturned by the Supreme Court in a 5-4 decision in 2013, but the statute remained in the effect. Watch | United States: Same-sex couples worry about rights to have a child However, 71 per cent of Americans stated that they support same-sex marriage in a May Gallup poll, same-sex marriage continues to be a top target for certain Republicans and religious rights in the US. Also read | Japan: In major blow to LGBTQ rights, court rules same-sex marriage ban is not unconstitutional Democrats forced Republicans to publicly address the Respect for Marriage Act in advance of the November midterm elections by putting it up for a vote in the House. This week, the Right to Contraception Act, which would safeguard women’s access to contraception, will be put in the House. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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China has warned that it would take "forceful measures" if US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi travels to Taiwan. Earlier, the US approved an arms sale to Taiwan worth over $100 million. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: China threatens the US with 'forceful measures'

<p>Following the momentous Roe v Wade decision last month, several prominent Democratic members of Congress were detained on Wednesday during an abortion rights rally in front of the supreme court. Before marching to the courthouse, the legislators assembled in front of the US Capitol and shouted, "Our bodies, our choice" and "we won't go back."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As a number of police officers gathered around them, blasting a pre-recorded message warning of impending arrest for obstructing the street, the group sat down in the middle of the street as a nonviolent act of civil disobedience. The politicians were then led to a location that had been cordoned off from the street by the officers, who started to handcuff and arrest the lawmakers.</p>

<p>CPD Action, the protest-focused division of the Center for Popular Democracy, a social justice organisation that organised the direct action, broadcast the protest live online. Eighteen members of Congress, according to CPD Action, were detained. Seventeen of them were female. Only Andy Levin, a congressman from Michigan, was present.</p>

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<p>Less than a month has passed since the supreme court overturned the important Roe v. Wade decision from 1973, which guaranteed a woman's constitutional right to an abortion. Currently, 60 per cent of states have abortion restrictions in place or are considering them. When a draught of the ruling to overturn Roe was leaked in May, criticism of the supreme court, which is now presided over by six conservative justices, including three appointed by Donald Trump, increased.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Massive demonstrations broke out across the US from New York to Los Angeles as soon as the formal decision was made, including in major cities of states with Republican governors like Missouri and Texas.</p>

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Following the momentous Roe v Wade decision last month, several prominent Democratic members of Congress were detained on Wednesday during an abortion rights rally in front of the supreme court.

Following the momentous Roe v Wade decision last month, several prominent Democratic members of Congress were detained on Wednesday during an abortion rights rally in front of the supreme court. Before marching to the courthouse, the legislators assembled in front of the US Capitol and shouted, "Our bodies, our choice" and "we won't go back." Multiple members of Congress, including @AOC, being arrested by Capitol Police for blocking traffic outside the Supreme Court in abortion rights demonstration: pic.twitter.com/fysQN1oBAw — Andrew Solender (@AndrewSolender) July 19, 2022 × As a number of police officers gathered around them, blasting a pre-recorded message warning of impending arrest for obstructing the street, the group sat down in the middle of the street as a nonviolent act of civil disobedience. The politicians were then led to a location that had been cordoned off from the street by the officers, who started to handcuff and arrest the lawmakers. CPD Action, the protest-focused division of the Center for Popular Democracy, a social justice organisation that organised the direct action, broadcast the protest live online. Eighteen members of Congress, according to CPD Action, were detained. Seventeen of them were female. Only Andy Levin, a congressman from Michigan, was present. #AOC mocked for pretending to be handcuffed while being arrested by Capitol Police during abortion rights protest #Fake #Phony #Liar pic.twitter.com/ECnoiiJSTF — Giordano Bruno (@GioBruno1600) July 19, 2022 × Less than a month has passed since the supreme court overturned the important Roe v. Wade decision from 1973, which guaranteed a woman's constitutional right to an abortion. Currently, 60 per cent of states have abortion restrictions in place or are considering them. When a draught of the ruling to overturn Roe was leaked in May, criticism of the supreme court, which is now presided over by six conservative justices, including three appointed by Donald Trump, increased. Massive demonstrations broke out across the US from New York to Los Angeles as soon as the formal decision was made, including in major cities of states with Republican governors like Missouri and Texas. (with inputs from agencies)

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The US is racing to develop hypersonic missiles. Russia & China are the only two countries that possess them. Department of Defense US feels Washington is lagging behind. What are hypersonic missiles? How fast are they? Which countries are developing them? Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: Which countries have Hypersonic missiles?

<p>On record, 85 large wildfires are burning in 13 US states, scorching more than 3 million acres, while more than 100 million Americans are in regions covered either under heat advisories or heat warnings. Officials recorded 14 additional big flames on Tuesday: seven in Texas, two in Alaska, two in Washington, and one each in Arizona and California. In total, more than 6,800 wildland firefighters and other support personnel were sent to fight fires across the US. The mercury could reach 110ºF at some places and met officials predicted the record-breaking heat to continue for a week, The Guardian reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Additionally, the northeast is anticipated to suffer from extreme heat. Between Philadelphia and Boston, the heat index is expected to reach close to 100º F on Wednesday (July 20).</p>

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<p>In numerous locations, the National Western Service (NWS) has issued a ‘red flag warning’ on the potential of wildfires. As per the officials, “strong winds and low humidity would likely support the rapid spread of any fires that develop,” in the area spanning from southwest Wyoming to western Nebraska, Guardian reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;United Kingdom hits hottest temperature on record, multiple homes engulfed in flames</strong></p>

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<p>The NWS also issued a red flag warning for the entirety of north and central Texas due to the possibility of intense fire behaviour due to strong winds and low humidity.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Since early April, there have been more than 500 wildfires in Alaska, posing a serious risk to the state and necessitating multiple evacuations.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Despite the fact that the US and many other countries have been reeling under record-high temperatures, Washington politicians are unlikely to pass any legislation that could help combat the climate crisis.&nbsp;</p>

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On record, 85 large wildfires are burning in 13 US states, scorching more than 3 million acres, while more than 100 million Americans are in regions covered either under heat advisories or heat warnings.

On record, 85 large wildfires are burning in 13 US states, scorching more than 3 million acres, while more than 100 million Americans are in regions covered either under heat advisories or heat warnings. Officials recorded 14 additional big flames on Tuesday: seven in Texas, two in Alaska, two in Washington, and one each in Arizona and California. In total, more than 6,800 wildland firefighters and other support personnel were sent to fight fires across the US. The mercury could reach 110ºF at some places and met officials predicted the record-breaking heat to continue for a week, The Guardian reported. Additionally, the northeast is anticipated to suffer from extreme heat. Between Philadelphia and Boston, the heat index is expected to reach close to 100º F on Wednesday (July 20). Also read | As heatwave continues across Europe, warning issued over 'very high' ozone pollution In numerous locations, the National Western Service (NWS) has issued a ‘red flag warning’ on the potential of wildfires. As per the officials, “strong winds and low humidity would likely support the rapid spread of any fires that develop,” in the area spanning from southwest Wyoming to western Nebraska, Guardian reported. Watch | United Kingdom hits hottest temperature on record, multiple homes engulfed in flames The NWS also issued a red flag warning for the entirety of north and central Texas due to the possibility of intense fire behaviour due to strong winds and low humidity. Also read | In pics: Heatwave and wildfire scorch parts of Europe and northern Africa Since early April, there have been more than 500 wildfires in Alaska, posing a serious risk to the state and necessitating multiple evacuations. Despite the fact that the US and many other countries have been reeling under record-high temperatures, Washington politicians are unlikely to pass any legislation that could help combat the climate crisis. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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China said that the United States is playing with fire and will bear consequences of Pelosi's visit. This comes after Washington approved military assistance worth $108 million to Taiwan.

China asks US to halt Taiwan military ties

US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen called for deeper trade ties among allies to fortify their supply chains, combat inflation and thwart China's unfair trade practices.

Yellen calls for strengthening trade ties between US and allies against China

A US bar has introduced a new drink named after Johnny Depp, for men who feel 'unsafe'. Some have applauded the bar's scheme while others have slammed the bar's decision, claiming it reeks of misogyny. Molly Gambhir tells you more.

WION Fineprint | US bar sells 'drink' for distressed men: Helpful or gimmicky?

Gulf states refused to increase oil production despite a nudge from US President Joe Biden. Oil prices topped $100 per barrel after the snub by Saudi Arabia and its gulf allies. Palki Sharma recaps Biden's West Asia misfire.

Gravitas: Oil rises after Biden's West Asia trip

U.S. President Joe Biden failed to secure commitments to a regional security axis in Middle East that would include Israel or an immediate oil output rise. Biden has returned to Washington from his four-day visit to West Asia.

Biden West Asia Tour: US President Joe Biden leaves West Asia empty-handed

Security footage shows cops at the Uvalde, Texas school massacre waited 77 minutes before even trying to open the doors to classrooms where the shooter killed 19 children and two teachers last month.

Uvalde Shooting: Footage shows Police waiting for 77 minutes before confrontation

Jury selection is set to begin the trial of former President Donald Trump's ally over his defiance of a subpoena from the House select committee investigating the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol.

Jury selection set to begin Ex-Trump aide Steve Bannon’s contempt trial over Jan. 6 Capitol riots

The United States President Joe Biden has returned to Washington from his four-day visit to West Asia. Biden addressed a lot of issues ranging from energy prices to human rights and even normalisation but the gains were small and hardly noticeable.

Biden West Asia Tour: US President Joe Biden fails to secure any oil commitments from Saudi

US auto giant General Motors CEO Mary Barra made an audacious prediction stating that by the middle of this decade her company would sell more EVs in US than Tesla.

US auto maker General Motors confident of taking on Tesla in EVs

<p>An adviser to Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has said that Iran possesses the technical ability to create a nuclear bomb. But the Islamic Republic has not yet made the decision whether to do so, Kamal Kharrazi said on Sunday (July 17), in a conversation with Al Jazeera news channel. He was speaking after Joe Biden’s four-day visit to Israel and Saudi Arabia came to a close, during which the US president promised to prevent Iran from ‘acquiring a nuclear weapon.’ Kharrazi said, “In a few days, we were able to enrich uranium up to 60 per cent and we can easily produce 90 per cent enriched uranium ... Iran has the technical means to produce a nuclear bomb but there has been no decision by Iran to build one."</p>

<p>In exchange for respite from economic sanctions, Iran had earlier agreed to limit its uranium enrichment activities, which lead to the development of nuclear weapons, under the terms of the 2015 nuclear agreement, which Donald Trump abandoned when he was US president, in 2018. Tehran began breaking these nuclear constraints of the agreement in response to Washington’s exit and its reimposition of severe sanctions.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Kharrazi asserted that Iran would never agree to concessions from the West and its Middle Eastern allies about its development of ballistic missiles and regional strategy, according to a report in Reuters.</p>

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<p>The demand from Tehran that Washington provides assurances that no future American president will renege on the agreement in the manner as Trump caused the talks to break down.</p>

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<p>After 11 months of indirect negotiations between Tehran and Biden’s administration in Vienna, the general framework of a resurrected deal was virtually agreed upon in March. Since the nuclear agreement is a political understanding and not a legally binding treaty, Biden is unable to make this commitment.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per Kharrazi, the potential of any agreement is destroyed because the US has not given assurances about upholding the nuclear deal.</p>

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An adviser to Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has said that Iran possesses the technical ability to create a nuclear bomb. But the Islamic Republic has not yet made the decision whether to do so, Kamal Kharrazi said on Sunday (July 17), in a conversation with Al Jazeera news channel.

An adviser to Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has said that Iran possesses the technical ability to create a nuclear bomb. But the Islamic Republic has not yet made the decision whether to do so, Kamal Kharrazi said on Sunday (July 17), in a conversation with Al Jazeera news channel. He was speaking after Joe Biden’s four-day visit to Israel and Saudi Arabia came to a close, during which the US president promised to prevent Iran from ‘acquiring a nuclear weapon.’ Kharrazi said, “In a few days, we were able to enrich uranium up to 60 per cent and we can easily produce 90 per cent enriched uranium ... Iran has the technical means to produce a nuclear bomb but there has been no decision by Iran to build one." In exchange for respite from economic sanctions, Iran had earlier agreed to limit its uranium enrichment activities, which lead to the development of nuclear weapons, under the terms of the 2015 nuclear agreement, which Donald Trump abandoned when he was US president, in 2018. Tehran began breaking these nuclear constraints of the agreement in response to Washington’s exit and its reimposition of severe sanctions. Also read | Iran imposes sanctions on 61 Americans including Mike Pompeo for supporting dissident group Kharrazi asserted that Iran would never agree to concessions from the West and its Middle Eastern allies about its development of ballistic missiles and regional strategy, according to a report in Reuters. Watch | Joe Biden: Do not want Iran to get nuclear weapons, force will be 'our last resort' The demand from Tehran that Washington provides assurances that no future American president will renege on the agreement in the manner as Trump caused the talks to break down. Also read | Iran says it and Saudi Arabia interested in more talks After 11 months of indirect negotiations between Tehran and Biden’s administration in Vienna, the general framework of a resurrected deal was virtually agreed upon in March. Since the nuclear agreement is a political understanding and not a legally binding treaty, Biden is unable to make this commitment. As per Kharrazi, the potential of any agreement is destroyed because the US has not given assurances about upholding the nuclear deal. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Big, multinational food chains after assembling in India quickly understood that the food palette of Indians was slightly different from other nations. They tried to push their tried-and-tested flavours upon the masses but could not make any breakthrough. Soon they pivoted on their strategy and went local. So, a Big Mac became a Maharaja Mac and the rest is history.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Now, the Indian culinary experts are returning the favour by trying a similar experiment with the foreigners. Reportedly, a US-based Indian restaurant named Indian Crepe Co. serves south Indian delicacies, albeit with a little twist.<br />
The restaurant has a novel take on the name of classic South Indian dishes such as Dosa and Sambhar. The former has been named 'Naked Crepe', while the latter simply becomes a 'lentil soup'. Meanwhile, Dosa's&nbsp;spice-laden counterpart i.e Masala Dosa is called 'Smashed Potato Crepe'.</p>

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<p>The staple breakfast of South Indians, the delicious Sambar Idli has been rechristened 'Dunked Rice Cake Delight'. Similarly, Sambha Vada was given its spin with the name 'Dunked Doughnut Delight'.</p>

<p>The netizens, ever since stumbling upon the menu have been divided in their opinion. While some are lauding the restaurant for catering to the taste and vision of the locals they are serving, others feel slightly enraged as their traditional food sensibilities take a hit. Meanwhile, another group is more concerned with the astronomical price of the dishes which are known for their affordability.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The real crime here is charging $16.49 for a sambhar vada😭😭" one of the netizens was quoted as saying. Meanwhile, another remarked, "My Indian soul leaving out of my body as I type this out,"</p>

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<p>Some netizens were of the view that if Indians could google exotic food items so could the non-Indians. "ik that most non-desi people wouldn't know what a dosa was but if i can google what is a arancini then so can they,"</p>

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Big, multinational food chains after assembling in India quickly understood that the food palette of Indians was slightly different from other nations. They tried to push their tried-and-tested flavours upon the masses but could not make any breakthrough.

Big, multinational food chains after assembling in India quickly understood that the food palette of Indians was slightly different from other nations. They tried to push their tried-and-tested flavours upon the masses but could not make any breakthrough. Soon they pivoted on their strategy and went local. So, a Big Mac became a Maharaja Mac and the rest is history. Now, the Indian culinary experts are returning the favour by trying a similar experiment with the foreigners. Reportedly, a US-based Indian restaurant named Indian Crepe Co. serves south Indian delicacies, albeit with a little twist. The restaurant has a novel take on the name of classic South Indian dishes such as Dosa and Sambhar. The former has been named 'Naked Crepe', while the latter simply becomes a 'lentil soup'. Meanwhile, Dosa's spice-laden counterpart i.e Masala Dosa is called 'Smashed Potato Crepe'. Read More: Photo of idlis served on ice-cream stick has got the internet divided The staple breakfast of South Indians, the delicious Sambar Idli has been rechristened 'Dunked Rice Cake Delight'. Similarly, Sambha Vada was given its spin with the name 'Dunked Doughnut Delight'. The netizens, ever since stumbling upon the menu have been divided in their opinion. While some are lauding the restaurant for catering to the taste and vision of the locals they are serving, others feel slightly enraged as their traditional food sensibilities take a hit. Meanwhile, another group is more concerned with the astronomical price of the dishes which are known for their affordability. "The real crime here is charging $16.49 for a sambhar vada😭😭" one of the netizens was quoted as saying. Meanwhile, another remarked, "My Indian soul leaving out of my body as I type this out," the real crime here is charging $16.49 for a sambhar vada😭😭 https://t.co/KvaWanRfot — അ (@anonbobahoe) July 18, 2022 × My Indian soul leaving out of my body as I type this out https://t.co/I5EipXp7HU — Kukku⁷ (@kookkaroodledoo) July 18, 2022 × Some netizens were of the view that if Indians could google exotic food items so could the non-Indians. "ik that most non-desi people wouldn't know what a dosa was but if i can google what is a arancini then so can they," ik that most non-desi people wouldn't know what a dosa was but if i can google what is a arancini then so can they https://t.co/YaclI5dpZm — godspell beef load (@discodeewanthey) July 18, 2022 × Whatever the end of the spectrum you find yourself on regarding the names, the restaurant surely received a lot of traction for its out-of-the-box thinking. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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A U.S. navy cadet on exchange in Chile was found dead on Sunday in a waterfall in Salto de Agua in the Valparaiso region. The cadet was an exchange student at the Antonio Prat Navy School. Local media reported the cadet was 25 years old.

U.S. Navy cadet in Chile found dead after falling off a cliff

<p>A severe, protracted drought has gripped California and the west coast of the United States for many years. Scientists say extreme occurrences are becoming more frequent, as a result of the global warming brought on by human activities, notably the unrestricted use of fossil fuels. Authorities in Los Angeles have implemented water restrictions such as limiting lawn irrigation to no more than eight minutes, twice weekly, as a result of reservoirs and rivers reaching historic lows. Repeat offenders are fined $200 to $600. According to the water department, progress is being made. Comparing June to the same month last year, AFP reported.</p>

<p>Every day, Damon Ayala patrols the streets of Los Angeles, which is currently experiencing a severe drought. Being a member of the Department of Water and Power team for the city, which investigates the hundreds of neighbourhood complaints about water waste that are made each week.</p>

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<p>Officials observed a decrease in the demand for residential water. But as the drought worsens, more substantial alterations to the city’s landscape might be required.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Los Angeles is well-known for its now palm trees, and is also known for its lush, green lawns that are kept up with automatic sprinklers. More and more people have started using desert-adapted plants in place of their thirsty lawns.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;WION Climate Tracker | Lake Mead at risk due to drought | Water levels plunge to dangerous lows</strong></p>

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<p>Pamela Berstler, executive director of urban landscaping company G3 Garden Group, “When we think of how much water gets used in a residential setting, over 50 per cent is actually used outdoors.” She teaches seminars alongside her co-worker Marianne Simon as a party of city initiative to persuade the people to replace their lawns with alternatives.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Simon further added that the issue that has such limited vision is short-sighted that all we can see is conserving water. She stated that the temperature difference between a planted area and a gravel replacement can be, “easily 20 degrees" Fahrenheit (10 degrees Celsius) than a gravel replacement, and "there's the ability to hold on to rain when we do get it so that we can replenish aquifers," AFP reported.</p>

<p>Water pouring down the sidewalk and dripping on the wilted, uneven grass evaporates quickly when the temperature is around 97 degrees F.</p>

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A severe, protracted drought has gripped California and the west coast of the United States for many years. Scientists say extreme occurrences are becoming more frequent, as a result of the global warming brought on by human activities, notably the unrestricted use of fossil fuels.

A severe, protracted drought has gripped California and the west coast of the United States for many years. Scientists say extreme occurrences are becoming more frequent, as a result of the global warming brought on by human activities, notably the unrestricted use of fossil fuels. Authorities in Los Angeles have implemented water restrictions such as limiting lawn irrigation to no more than eight minutes, twice weekly, as a result of reservoirs and rivers reaching historic lows. Repeat offenders are fined $200 to $600. According to the water department, progress is being made. Comparing June to the same month last year, AFP reported. Every day, Damon Ayala patrols the streets of Los Angeles, which is currently experiencing a severe drought. Being a member of the Department of Water and Power team for the city, which investigates the hundreds of neighbourhood complaints about water waste that are made each week. Also read | US heatwave: Know about heatwave in Texas and other areas. When will this end? Officials observed a decrease in the demand for residential water. But as the drought worsens, more substantial alterations to the city’s landscape might be required. Los Angeles is well-known for its now palm trees, and is also known for its lush, green lawns that are kept up with automatic sprinklers. More and more people have started using desert-adapted plants in place of their thirsty lawns. Watch | WION Climate Tracker | Lake Mead at risk due to drought | Water levels plunge to dangerous lows Pamela Berstler, executive director of urban landscaping company G3 Garden Group, “When we think of how much water gets used in a residential setting, over 50 per cent is actually used outdoors.” She teaches seminars alongside her co-worker Marianne Simon as a party of city initiative to persuade the people to replace their lawns with alternatives. Also read | Before and after satellite images show how Italy's Po river shrunk between 2020 and 2022 Simon further added that the issue that has such limited vision is short-sighted that all we can see is conserving water. She stated that the temperature difference between a planted area and a gravel replacement can be, “easily 20 degrees" Fahrenheit (10 degrees Celsius) than a gravel replacement, and "there's the ability to hold on to rain when we do get it so that we can replenish aquifers," AFP reported. Water pouring down the sidewalk and dripping on the wilted, uneven grass evaporates quickly when the temperature is around 97 degrees F. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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