A high-level US delegation from the Treasury and State Department is on a 3-day visit to Sri Lanka to explore the ways to support the crisis hit nation. The United States has announced financial aid to Colombo.

US delegates in Sri Lanka: US commits over $158 million aid to Sri Lanka

Three people killed and at least 50 have been injured after an Amtrak train derailed on Monday in US' Missouri. The train derailed after hitting a dump truck.

US: Three killed, multiple injured in Amtrak train crash in Missouri

<p>After the repeal of pro-abortion laws, several women in the US are looking to go for a 'sex strike'. On Twitter, “abstinence” has also been trending. The decision of the Supreme Court to overturn the Roe v. Wade ruling has not gone down well with many people in the country. The idea of a sex strike has come up in wake of the ruling to get back the right of abortion.</p>

<p>Men, who will not get a vasectomy and weren’t in the streets to fight for this cause did “not deserve to have sex with [her]”, Brianna Campbell, who works as an Emergency Medical Technician, told The New York Post. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>“Why shouldn’t we withhold it if we’re always worried that they’re not going put a condom on, that they’re going take one off after we ask them to. If we can’t safely go out and have sex and know that we will have a choice after that, then why should we be expected to?” event coordinator Caroline Healey said, while participating in an abortion protest in Manhattan’s Union Square. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>“If this world thinks that they can oppress women forever, then we close our legs,” Maya Demri, a rape survivor, told the outlet. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

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<p>“I want to find people who are coordinating a mass sex strike. That is our power. Women have the power here. No more sex until abortion rights are federal law,” a woman on Twitter said. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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After the repeal of pro-abortion laws, several women in the US are looking to go for a 'sex strike'. On Twitter, “abstinence” has also been trending. The decision of the Supreme Court to overturn the Roe v.

After the repeal of pro-abortion laws, several women in the US are looking to go for a 'sex strike'. On Twitter, “abstinence” has also been trending. The decision of the Supreme Court to overturn the Roe v. Wade ruling has not gone down well with many people in the country. The idea of a sex strike has come up in wake of the ruling to get back the right of abortion. Men, who will not get a vasectomy and weren’t in the streets to fight for this cause did “not deserve to have sex with [her]”, Brianna Campbell, who works as an Emergency Medical Technician, told The New York Post. Also Read | US abortion ban: CVS, Walmart ration Plan B contraceptive pills as demand surges “Why shouldn’t we withhold it if we’re always worried that they’re not going put a condom on, that they’re going take one off after we ask them to. If we can’t safely go out and have sex and know that we will have a choice after that, then why should we be expected to?” event coordinator Caroline Healey said, while participating in an abortion protest in Manhattan’s Union Square. “If this world thinks that they can oppress women forever, then we close our legs,” Maya Demri, a rape survivor, told the outlet. my legs are CLOSED! 🚫 #SexStrike pic.twitter.com/B2ILNb83TG — marilynn 💕 #FreeWendy (@dumbledore) June 26, 2022 × “I want to find people who are coordinating a mass sex strike. That is our power. Women have the power here. No more sex until abortion rights are federal law,” a woman on Twitter said. The decision by the United States Supreme Court to overturn the Roe v Wade ruling has been criticised by a number of world leaders in the last couple of days too. Watch WION's live TV here: (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

It ain't over yet: Women look to go for 'sex strike' to get abortion rights back in US

With Roe Vs Wade overturned, US Democrats are taking the abortion battle to November midterms. They are warning of grim consequences for women, contraception and gay marriage if Republicans regain control of Congress. Molly Gambhir decodes whether this strategy will work for the Democrats.

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The US Supreme Court decision ending the right to abortion established by Roe Vs Wade in 1973 has put other hard-won rights at risk, including the rights to same-sex marriage and contraception. Could same-sex marriage go the way of abortion? Molly Gambhir tells you.

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The United States is witnessing widespread protest against the Supreme Court's decision to overturn the landmark Roe vs Wade ruling. It was overturned after 50 years.

Protest in the US against abortion ruling by the Supreme Court

<p>United Nations' annual World Drug Report is here and it tells a story about cannabis that was pretty much expected. The legalisation of non-medical use of cannabis has significantly increased the regular use of the drug. Covid lockdowns too had a similar effect, with nothing else to do, people turned to the recreational use of cannabis.&nbsp;The drug has long been the world's most widely used drug and as per the report it is getting 'stronger' too. The tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) content of cannabis available on the market is increasing, getting stronger reports Reuters.&nbsp;Vienna-based UNODC's report stated that "cannabis legalisation appears to have accelerated the upward trends in reported daily use of the drug."</p>

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<p>In recent years various states in the US and elsewhere have legalised the non-medical use of cannabis. In 2012, the US states of Washington and Colorado started the trend. After the US, Uruguay legalised it in 2013, followed by Canada in 2018. While more countries have taken this step the UN report focused only on these three countries.</p>

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<p>There had been "a pronounced increase in the reported frequent use of high-potency products among young adults," the research noted, however, the incidence of cannabis use among teenagers "has not changed much."&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, the percentage of people who suffer from psychological conditions and commit suicide with regular use of cannabis has increased.</p>

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<p>According to the research, the most recent data available in 2020 showed that 284 million people, or 5.6 per cent of the world's population, had used a narcotic like heroin, cocaine, amphetamines, or ecstasy. 209 million of them smoked marijuana.</p>

<p>The COVID-19 pandemic's "lockdown" times triggered rises "in cannabis use... in 2020," the report claimed.</p>

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United Nations' annual World Drug Report is here and it tells a story about cannabis that was pretty much expected. The legalisation of non-medical use of cannabis has significantly increased the regular use of the drug.

United Nations' annual World Drug Report is here and it tells a story about cannabis that was pretty much expected. The legalisation of non-medical use of cannabis has significantly increased the regular use of the drug. Covid lockdowns too had a similar effect, with nothing else to do, people turned to the recreational use of cannabis. The drug has long been the world's most widely used drug and as per the report it is getting 'stronger' too. The tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) content of cannabis available on the market is increasing, getting stronger reports Reuters. Vienna-based UNODC's report stated that "cannabis legalisation appears to have accelerated the upward trends in reported daily use of the drug." Watch | Bees that are fish, to the elephant that's human: Five defining cases in animal rights In recent years various states in the US and elsewhere have legalised the non-medical use of cannabis. In 2012, the US states of Washington and Colorado started the trend. After the US, Uruguay legalised it in 2013, followed by Canada in 2018. While more countries have taken this step the UN report focused only on these three countries. Also read | Thousands gather to 'smoke up' at Thailand's first fully legal cannabis festival There had been "a pronounced increase in the reported frequent use of high-potency products among young adults," the research noted, however, the incidence of cannabis use among teenagers "has not changed much." However, the percentage of people who suffer from psychological conditions and commit suicide with regular use of cannabis has increased. Also read | As Thailand greenlights cannabis, patients welcome cheaper supplies According to the research, the most recent data available in 2020 showed that 284 million people, or 5.6 per cent of the world's population, had used a narcotic like heroin, cocaine, amphetamines, or ecstasy. 209 million of them smoked marijuana. The COVID-19 pandemic's "lockdown" times triggered rises "in cannabis use... in 2020," the report claimed. (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.

Legalisation of marijuana increases consumption and resulting psychological problems and suicides: UN report

NASA's first-ever launch from a commercial site outside of the United States blasted off from Australia's Outback late Sunday, in a "historic" moment for the country's space industry. In the first of three planned launches from the Arnhem Space Centre, the rocket, carrying technology likened to a "mini Hubble" telescope, lifted off -- blasted about 350 kilometres (218 miles) into the night sky.

Australia: Why is this rocket launch by NASA historical?

Gravitas Plus with Palki Sharma | The year is 2022, and abortion is still a taboo. Laws are being passed to ban abortion after the 6th week, before most women even realise they are pregnant. Why? because religious leaders and states think they have the right over a woman's body.

Gravitas Plus | Why are women being denied the right to abortion?

Abortion clinics become epicentre of protests in the United States. 'My body My Choice' protests have erupted in the country after SC's ruling. Polls have suggested that two-third of Americans wanted Roe v Wade.

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US President Joe Biden on Saturday signed a bipartisan gun safety bill. This bill comes after decades of inaction on gun control and includes tougher checks for buyers under 21.

US President Biden signs first gun control law after decades of inaction

The US Supreme Court overturned Roe vs Wade, holding that there is no longer a federal constitutional right to an abortion. US President Joe Biden said that it is a sad day for the United States.

Historic abortion ruling overturned: US President Joe Biden says it is a sad day for the United States

After the US Supreme Court overturned Roe vs Wade, making abortion illegal in most US states, people from across the world are criticising it. UN warns that women's health is at risk.

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US President Joe Biden called the Supreme Court abortion ruling a 'sad day for the country'. He added, this decision will not be the final word.

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After the US Supreme Court overturned Roe vs Wade, making abortion illegal in most US states, people from across the world are criticising it. Several celebrities including Taylor Swift, Mark Ruffalo reacted to the ruling.

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After the US Supreme Court overturned Roe vs Wade, making abortion illegal in most US states, people from across the world are criticising it. However, the Vatican praised the new abortion ruling.

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The US Supreme Court overturned Roe vs Wade, holding that there is no longer a federal constitutional right to an abortion. Now, Trump says God made this decision.

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The United States said China might be planning to attack Guam and China-Russia's 'no-limit' partnership is concerning. For more details and perspective on this, we're joined by Greg Swenson, Founding Partner of Brigg Macadam Ltd.

US: China and Russia's 'no-limit' partnership is concerning

EU's Foreign Policy chief Josep Borrell met Iranian foreign minister on Saturday. After the meeting, he informed the press that talks on the nuclear deal to resume soon.

EU's foreign policy chief in Tehran: 'Talks on nuclear deal to resume soon'

The US Supreme Court overturned Roe vs Wade, holding that there is no longer a federal constitutional right to an abortion. Now, What's next for women in America?

The US ends 50 years of abortion rights: What's next for women in America?

The US Supreme Court overturned Roe vs Wade, holding that there is no longer a federal constitutional right to an abortion. Pro-life activists cheer SCOTUS ruling.

US top court overturns abortion rights in majority ruling

The US Supreme Court overturned Roe vs Wade, holding that there is no longer a federal constitutional right to an abortion. Now, Mike Pence says that life won after the SCOTUS ruling.

Mike Pence: Life won after SCOTUS ruling

The US supreme court has ended constitutional protections for abortion that had been in place for nearly five decades after the top court overturned the landmark 1973 roe vs wade ruling. For more perspective on this, we're joined by Christina Carrica Haley, Democratic Strategist

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