Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan's party the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) said that it would file First Information Reports (FIRs) against Punjab Rangers and the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) about the high drama that followed on May 9, when the country witnessed violent protests following the arrest of Khan. The PTI said that paramilitary forces were apparently vying for Khan's abduction from the grounds of the Islamabad High Court.

As the general election concluded in Thailand on Sunday (May 14), the opposition parties trumped the ruling military-backed government, setting the stage for coalition talks to start. The election results showed the liberal Move Forward Party (MFP) and the Pheu Thai Party were well ahead of Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha’s United Thai Nation party.

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Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party said they will file FIRs against the Punjab Rangers and the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) in relation to the high drama that followed on 9 May when the country witnessed violent protests following the arrest of the former prime minister.&nbsp;

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Thai voters delivered a clear mandate on Monday as the pro-democracy opposition parties trumped the ruling military-backed government, setting the stage for coalition talks to begin.

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In a tragic incident on Sunday, a tractor trailer and a van collided killing 26 people on a highway in the northern Mexican state of Tamaulipas, according to local police, reported Reuters.&nbsp;The two vehicles collided and caught fire about 30 minutes outside of Ciudad Victoria.&nbsp;

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A crowdfunding campaign in favour of the man charged in the chokehold death&nbsp;of a homeless person in New York has garnered more than $1.6 million on a platform notorious for enabling fundraising of far-right people.&nbsp;

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Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan's party the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) said that it would file First Information Reports (FIRs) against Punjab Rangers and the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) about the high drama that followed on May 9, when the country witnessed violent protests following the arrest of Khan.

Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan's party the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) said that it would file First Information Reports (FIRs) against Punjab Rangers and the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) about the high drama that followed on May 9, when the country witnessed violent protests following the arrest of Khan. The PTI said that paramilitary forces were apparently vying for Khan's abduction from the grounds of the Islamabad High Court. As the general election concluded in Thailand on Sunday (May 14), the opposition parties trumped the ruling military-backed government, setting the stage for coalition talks to start. The election results showed the liberal Move Forward Party (MFP) and the Pheu Thai Party were well ahead of Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha’s United Thai Nation party. And in Mexico, at least 26 people were killed after a tractor-trailer and a van collided in Tamaulipas. Click on the headlines to read more PTI to file FIRs against Rangers, NAB over Imran’s ‘abduction’ on 9 May Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party said they will file FIRs against the Punjab Rangers and the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) in relation to the high drama that followed on 9 May when the country witnessed violent protests following the arrest of the former prime minister. Thailand election results 2023: Opposition parties rout military-backed govt, all eyes on coalition talks Thai voters delivered a clear mandate on Monday as the pro-democracy opposition parties trumped the ruling military-backed government, setting the stage for coalition talks to begin. At least 26 killed as tractor trailer and van collide in northern Mexico In a tragic incident on Sunday, a tractor trailer and a van collided killing 26 people on a highway in the northern Mexican state of Tamaulipas, according to local police, reported Reuters. The two vehicles collided and caught fire about 30 minutes outside of Ciudad Victoria. New York tube tragedy: Legal fund for ex-Marine Daniel Penny crosses $1.6 million A crowdfunding campaign in favour of the man charged in the chokehold death of a homeless person in New York has garnered more than $1.6 million on a platform notorious for enabling fundraising of far-right people. WATCH | IMF: No change in Pakistan's financial requirements × 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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The national election in Thailand started on Sunday (May 14).&nbsp; Thai voters, old and young, flocked to their polling stations to vote. The election tests the resolve of a pro-military establishment at the heart of two decades of intermittent turmoil in the coup-prone country. Around 52 million people are eligible to vote in this election. As the war in Ukraine rages on, the Russian defence ministry said on Saturday (May 13) that Ukraine used long-range missiles from the United Kingdom to target civilian sites in the Russian-held city of Luhansk, injuring civilians including six children.&nbsp;

And in Turkey, citizens will vote on Sunday in a crucial election that could unseat President Tayyip Erdogan after 20 years in power and halt his government's increasingly authoritarian path.&nbsp;

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Voting for the Thailand elections has begun Sunday and will determine the fate of the current government led by Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha which has faced criticism for its handling of political dissent and human rights issues.&nbsp;Election officials anticipated a strong turnout when polls opened at 8 am Bangkok time (9 p.m. ET Saturday).&nbsp;

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The Russian Defence Ministry&nbsp;said on Saturday (May 13) that Ukraine used long-range missiles from the United Kingdom (UK) to target civilian sites in the Russian-held&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-admits-retreat-north-of-bakhmut-several-injured-after-ukrainian-missiles-strike-in-luhansk-591839">city of Luhansk in eastern Ukraine</a>&nbsp;on Friday, the news agency AFP reported.&nbsp;

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Turkish citizens will vote on Sunday (May 14) in a crucial election that could unseat President Tayyip Erdogan after 20 years in power and halt his government's increasingly authoritarian path.&nbsp;Polls will open at 8 am (0500 GMT) and close at 5 pm (1400 GMT). And as per Turkish law, the reporting of any results is banned until 9 pm.

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Israel and the Islamic Jihad movement's militants agreed to enter a truce in Gaza which will come into effect at 10 pm local time (1900 GMT), said Palestinian officials.&nbsp;The truce signalled the end of the deadliest episode of cross-border firing in which at least 33 Palestinians in Gaza and two people in Israel were killed.

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The national election in Thailand started on Sunday (May 14). Thai voters, old and young, flocked to their polling stations to vote. The election tests the resolve of a pro-military establishment at the heart of two decades of intermittent turmoil in the coup-prone country. Around 52 million people are eligible to vote in this election. As the war in Ukraine rages on, the Russian defence ministry said on Saturday (May 13) that Ukraine used long-range missiles from the United Kingdom to target civilian sites in the Russian-held city of Luhansk, injuring civilians including six children. And in Turkey, citizens will vote on Sunday in a crucial election that could unseat President Tayyip Erdogan after 20 years in power and halt his government's increasingly authoritarian path. Click on the headlines to read more Thailand voting begins, will conservative military-backed PM maintain power? Voting for the Thailand elections has begun Sunday and will determine the fate of the current government led by Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha which has faced criticism for its handling of political dissent and human rights issues. Election officials anticipated a strong turnout when polls opened at 8 am Bangkok time (9 p.m. ET Saturday). Ukraine war: Kyiv used missiles from UK to attack Luhansk, says Russia The Russian Defence Ministry said on Saturday (May 13) that Ukraine used long-range missiles from the United Kingdom (UK) to target civilian sites in the Russian-held city of Luhansk in eastern Ukraine on Friday, the news agency AFP reported. Turkey to vote in crucial election today which could unseat Erdogan after 20 years Turkish citizens will vote on Sunday (May 14) in a crucial election that could unseat President Tayyip Erdogan after 20 years in power and halt his government's increasingly authoritarian path. Polls will open at 8 am (0500 GMT) and close at 5 pm (1400 GMT). And as per Turkish law, the reporting of any results is banned until 9 pm. Israel and Palestinian militants agree on Gaza truce, signalling end to cross-border fire Israel and the Islamic Jihad movement's militants agreed to enter a truce in Gaza which will come into effect at 10 pm local time (1900 GMT), said Palestinian officials. The truce signalled the end of the deadliest episode of cross-border firing in which at least 33 Palestinians in Gaza and two people in Israel were killed. WATCH | French prosecutors demand Sarkozy face trial over alleged Libya money × 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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Palestinian group Islamic Jihad said on Thursday (May 11) that one of its military leaders was killed in a pre-dawn strike launched by Israeli forces in the Gaza Strip. Ali Ghali, the commander of the rocket launch unit, was killed in the south of the Gaza Strip. In the United States, newly-elected Republican George Santos was arrested on fraud, money laundering charges. He is accused of deceiving potential political supporters by laundering money to pay for his personal costs and fraudulently collecting unemployment benefits.&nbsp;

And in Tonga, an earthquake of magnitude 7.4 was reported on Thursday. The US Tsunami Warning System said there was no tsunami warning after the earthquake.&nbsp;

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The Palestinian group Islamic Jihad said on Thursday (May 11) that one of its military leaders was killed in a pre-dawn strike launched by Israeli forces in the Gaza Strip.&nbsp; "Ali Ghali... commander of the rocket launch unit... was assassinated in the south of the Gaza Strip along with other martyrs," said a statement from the Al-Quds Brigades, the armed branch of the group.&nbsp;

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George Santos, a newly elected Republican who has defied calls to resign for fabricating his resume, was detained on federal accusations of fraud, money laundering, and theft of public funds on Wednesday. This is the latest blow to Santos.

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United States Geological Survey said that an earthquake of magnitude 7.4 rattled Tonga on Thursday (May 11). The US Tsunami Warning System said there was no tsunami warning after the earthquake.&nbsp;

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Former United States president Donald Trump made a rare live appearance on CNN on Wednesday (May 10), his first since 2016. CNN's town hall in New Hampshire was the first time Trump faced prolonged questioning from an outlet outside the friendly confines of conservative media outlets of his choosing.

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Palestinian group Islamic Jihad said on Thursday (May 11) that one of its military leaders was killed in a pre-dawn strike launched by Israeli forces in the Gaza Strip. Ali Ghali, the commander of the rocket launch unit, was killed in the south of the Gaza Strip. In the United States, newly-elected Republican George Santos was arrested on fraud, money laundering charges. He is accused of deceiving potential political supporters by laundering money to pay for his personal costs and fraudulently collecting unemployment benefits. And in Tonga, an earthquake of magnitude 7.4 was reported on Thursday. The US Tsunami Warning System said there was no tsunami warning after the earthquake. Click on the headlines to read more Islamic Jihad says military leader killed in Israeli strike in Gaza The Palestinian group Islamic Jihad said on Thursday (May 11) that one of its military leaders was killed in a pre-dawn strike launched by Israeli forces in the Gaza Strip. "Ali Ghali... commander of the rocket launch unit... was assassinated in the south of the Gaza Strip along with other martyrs," said a statement from the Al-Quds Brigades, the armed branch of the group. US Rep George Santos arrested on fraud, money laundering charges George Santos, a newly elected Republican who has defied calls to resign for fabricating his resume, was detained on federal accusations of fraud, money laundering, and theft of public funds on Wednesday. This is the latest blow to Santos. Earthquake of magnitude 7.4 rattles Tonga, no tsunami warning United States Geological Survey said that an earthquake of magnitude 7.4 rattled Tonga on Thursday (May 11). The US Tsunami Warning System said there was no tsunami warning after the earthquake. Trump lies about election, abortion, sexual abuse case at CNN town hall: A fact-check Former United States president Donald Trump made a rare live appearance on CNN on Wednesday (May 10), his first since 2016. CNN's town hall in New Hampshire was the first time Trump faced prolonged questioning from an outlet outside the friendly confines of conservative media outlets of his choosing. WATCH | Pakistan: PM vows to treat rioters with 'iron hands' × 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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Russia has suspended operations at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant in light of provocations by Ukrainian forces. Yevgeny Balitsky, the Moscow-installed governor of the Russia-controlled part of the surrounding region, cited concerns over Kyiv's anticipated counteroffensive to reclaim Russian-held territory, including areas in the Zaporizhzhia region. The conflict in Sudan rages as the capital city Khartoum reported air strikes on Monday (May 8). A southern Khartoum resident told AFP that their family could hear “the sound of airstrikes which appeared to come from near a market in central Khartoum.”&nbsp;

And in the United States, a man in Brownsville, Texas has been charged with manslaughter after he seemingly lost control of his car and ploughed into a crowd of mostly Venezuelans outside a migrant centre. Eight people died and investigators&nbsp;are now trying to determine if the crash was intentional.&nbsp;

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In light of "provocations" by Ukrainian forces, operations at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant have been suspended, according to a TASS state news agency report. The Moscow-installed governor of the Russia-controlled part of the surrounding region,&nbsp;Yevgeny Balitsky, cited concerns over Ukraine's anticipated counteroffensive to reclaim Russian-held territory, including areas in the Zaporizhzhia region.

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As the two warring factions in Sudan began, United States-Saudi Arabia brokered truce talks in the Saudi Red Sea city of Jeddah over the weekend, the Sudanese capital, on Monday (May 8) continued to witness air strikes.&nbsp;

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At least eight people were mauled to death in Brownsville, Texas, on Sunday after an SUV ploughed into a group of people, at a bus stop near a homeless shelter. The man accused and later identified has been charged with eight counts of manslaughter, said the local police chief on Monday (May 8). This comes as the investigators are now trying to determine if the crash was intentional.&nbsp;

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The head of Russia’s mercenary outfit Wagner, Yevgeny Prigozhin, on Monday (May 8) said that it began receiving the ammunition it needed to press its advance to capture the key eastern Ukrainian city of Bakhmut.&nbsp;

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Russia has suspended operations at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant in light of provocations by Ukrainian forces. Yevgeny Balitsky, the Moscow-installed governor of the Russia-controlled part of the surrounding region, cited concerns over Kyiv's anticipated counteroffensive to reclaim Russian-held territory, including areas in the Zaporizhzhia region.

Russia has suspended operations at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant in light of provocations by Ukrainian forces. Yevgeny Balitsky, the Moscow-installed governor of the Russia-controlled part of the surrounding region, cited concerns over Kyiv's anticipated counteroffensive to reclaim Russian-held territory, including areas in the Zaporizhzhia region. The conflict in Sudan rages as the capital city Khartoum reported air strikes on Monday (May 8). A southern Khartoum resident told AFP that their family could hear “the sound of airstrikes which appeared to come from near a market in central Khartoum.” And in the United States, a man in Brownsville, Texas has been charged with manslaughter after he seemingly lost control of his car and ploughed into a crowd of mostly Venezuelans outside a migrant centre. Eight people died and investigators are now trying to determine if the crash was intentional. Click on the headlines to read more: Russia suspends operations at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, evacuates civilians amid threat of 'provocation' In light of "provocations" by Ukrainian forces, operations at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant have been suspended, according to a TASS state news agency report. The Moscow-installed governor of the Russia-controlled part of the surrounding region, Yevgeny Balitsky, cited concerns over Ukraine's anticipated counteroffensive to reclaim Russian-held territory, including areas in the Zaporizhzhia region. Air strikes continue in Sudan with ‘no major progress in truce talks As the two warring factions in Sudan began, United States-Saudi Arabia brokered truce talks in the Saudi Red Sea city of Jeddah over the weekend, the Sudanese capital, on Monday (May 8) continued to witness air strikes. US: Texas driver charged with manslaughter after deadly crash in Brownsville At least eight people were mauled to death in Brownsville, Texas, on Sunday after an SUV ploughed into a group of people, at a bus stop near a homeless shelter. The man accused and later identified has been charged with eight counts of manslaughter, said the local police chief on Monday (May 8). This comes as the investigators are now trying to determine if the crash was intentional. Wagner chief says fighters begin to receive ammo after threatening to pull out of Bakhmut The head of Russia’s mercenary outfit Wagner, Yevgeny Prigozhin, on Monday (May 8) said that it began receiving the ammunition it needed to press its advance to capture the key eastern Ukrainian city of Bakhmut. WATCH | China's foreign minister meets US envoy to China for first time × 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.

Morning brief: Russia suspends operations at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, air strikes continue in Sudan, & more

Russia on Monday (May 8) launched a fresh wave of strikes across Ukraine. At least five people were reportedly injured in Ukraine's capital city Kyiv. Citing an official, the news agency Reuters reported that an explosion was heard following a missile attack that hit the Black Sea city of Odesa overnight. The official said that air raid alerts rang out in other regions of the country including Kyiv.&nbsp;

United States President Joe Biden condemned the shooting at a mall in Texas on Saturday and renewed his call to Congress to ban the sale and purchase of semi-automatic rifles. "Once again I ask Congress to send me a bill banning assault weapons and high-capacity magazines. Enacting universal background checks. Requiring safe storage," Biden said in a statement. Also in Texas, eight people were mauled to death in Brownsville on Sunday after a vehicle ploughed into a group at a bus stop near a homeless shelter.&nbsp;

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At least five people were reportedly injured in Kviv after Russia launched a fresh overnight assault across Ukraine in the wee hours of Monday.&nbsp;News agency Reuters reported while citing an official that an explosion was heard following a missile attack that hit the Black Sea city of Odesa overnight.

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Condemning the “senseless” Texas mall shooting where eight people lost their lives, US President Joe Biden on Sunday renewed his call to Congress to ban the sale and purchase of semi-automatic rifles—like the one used in the weekend shootout.

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Eight people were mauled to death in&nbsp;Brownsville, Texas on Sunday after a vehicle ploughed&nbsp;into a group at a bus stop near a homeless shelter. Seven people were found dead at the scene while 10 were taken to the hospital where an eighth person succumbed to fatal injuries.&nbsp;

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At least 21&nbsp;people, including children&nbsp;and women, drowned after a double-decker boat ferrying passengers turned turtle and sank in the southern Kerala state on Sunday. The incident took place around 7pm (local time) near an estuary close to Thoovaltheeram beach in the Tanur area.&nbsp;

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Russia on Monday (May 8) launched a fresh wave of strikes across Ukraine. At least five people were reportedly injured in Ukraine's capital city Kyiv. Citing an official, the news agency Reuters reported that an explosion was heard following a missile attack that hit the Black Sea city of Odesa overnight.

Russia on Monday (May 8) launched a fresh wave of strikes across Ukraine. At least five people were reportedly injured in Ukraine's capital city Kyiv. Citing an official, the news agency Reuters reported that an explosion was heard following a missile attack that hit the Black Sea city of Odesa overnight. The official said that air raid alerts rang out in other regions of the country including Kyiv. United States President Joe Biden condemned the shooting at a mall in Texas on Saturday and renewed his call to Congress to ban the sale and purchase of semi-automatic rifles. "Once again I ask Congress to send me a bill banning assault weapons and high-capacity magazines. Enacting universal background checks. Requiring safe storage," Biden said in a statement. Also in Texas, eight people were mauled to death in Brownsville on Sunday after a vehicle ploughed into a group at a bus stop near a homeless shelter. Click on the headlines to read more Russia launches wave of fresh strikes across Ukraine, five injured At least five people were reportedly injured in Kviv after Russia launched a fresh overnight assault across Ukraine in the wee hours of Monday. News agency Reuters reported while citing an official that an explosion was heard following a missile attack that hit the Black Sea city of Odesa overnight. US President Joe Biden renews call to ban assault guns after ‘senseless’ Texas mall shooting Condemning the “senseless” Texas mall shooting where eight people lost their lives, US President Joe Biden on Sunday renewed his call to Congress to ban the sale and purchase of semi-automatic rifles—like the one used in the weekend shootout. SUV driver plows into migrants standing at Texas bus stop; Eight dead, several injured Eight people were mauled to death in Brownsville, Texas on Sunday after a vehicle ploughed into a group at a bus stop near a homeless shelter. Seven people were found dead at the scene while 10 were taken to the hospital where an eighth person succumbed to fatal injuries. At least 21 drown after tourist boat sinks in India’s Kerala state; toll expected to rise At least 21 people, including children and women, drowned after a double-decker boat ferrying passengers turned turtle and sank in the southern Kerala state on Sunday. The incident took place around 7pm (local time) near an estuary close to Thoovaltheeram beach in the Tanur area. WATCH | World Food Programme suspends aid for 200,000 people in Gaza and West Bank × 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.

Morning news brief: Russia-Ukraine war updates, Biden condemns Texas mall shooting, and more

The United States estimated on Monday (May 1) that the Russian military suffered 100,000 casualties since December last year, claiming the stunning figure showed that Russia's effort for the winter offensive in Ukraine has backfired. The estimate also said that over 20,000 Russian troops died and another 80,000 were injured in eastern Ukraine, particularly in Bakhmut. In the US, Mohamed Khairullah, a Muslim mayor said he was stunned after being stopped from attending a White House celebration with President Joe Biden to belatedly mark the end of the holy month of Ramadan.

And in Syria, at least one soldier was killed after Israel launched airstrikes targeting the Aleppo province. Seven people were injured.&nbsp;

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The United States estimated on Monday (May 1) that Russia's military has suffered 100,000 casualties since December. The US claims that the "stunning" number shows that Moscow's effort for the winter offensive in Ukraine has "backfired".&nbsp;

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A Muslim mayor in the US has said he was stunned after being stopped from attending a White House celebration with President Joe Biden to belatedly mark the end of the holy month of Ramadan.&nbsp;Mohamed Khairullah, the longest-serving mayor in New Jersey was reportedly blocked by the US Secret Service from attending the meet.&nbsp;

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At least one soldier was killed after Israel launched airstrikes targeting north Syria's Aleppo province late Monday (May 1), reported the Syrian state media. The report citing a military source also said that seven people were injured including two civilians and the supposed strike had since put the area’s international airport out of service.&nbsp;

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Former US president Donald Trump’s motion seeking a mistrial in a civil battery and defamation lawsuit filed by columnist E Jean Carroll was denied by Judge Lewis Kaplan who is overseeing the case.

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The United States estimated on Monday (May 1) that the Russian military suffered 100,000 casualties since December last year, claiming the stunning figure showed that Russia's effort for the winter offensive in Ukraine has backfired.

The United States estimated on Monday (May 1) that the Russian military suffered 100,000 casualties since December last year, claiming the stunning figure showed that Russia's effort for the winter offensive in Ukraine has backfired. The estimate also said that over 20,000 Russian troops died and another 80,000 were injured in eastern Ukraine, particularly in Bakhmut. In the US, Mohamed Khairullah, a Muslim mayor said he was stunned after being stopped from attending a White House celebration with President Joe Biden to belatedly mark the end of the holy month of Ramadan. And in Syria, at least one soldier was killed after Israel launched airstrikes targeting the Aleppo province. Seven people were injured. Click on the headlines to read more Russia's military suffered 100,000 casualties in last five months: White House The United States estimated on Monday (May 1) that Russia's military has suffered 100,000 casualties since December. The US claims that the "stunning" number shows that Moscow's effort for the winter offensive in Ukraine has "backfired". Muslim mayor turned away from Biden's Eid celebrations by Secret Service A Muslim mayor in the US has said he was stunned after being stopped from attending a White House celebration with President Joe Biden to belatedly mark the end of the holy month of Ramadan. Mohamed Khairullah, the longest-serving mayor in New Jersey was reportedly blocked by the US Secret Service from attending the meet. Israeli airstrike kills one soldier, puts Aleppo airport out of service, says Syria At least one soldier was killed after Israel launched airstrikes targeting north Syria's Aleppo province late Monday (May 1), reported the Syrian state media. The report citing a military source also said that seven people were injured including two civilians and the supposed strike had since put the area’s international airport out of service. Judge denies Donald Trump’s motion for mistrial in rape and defamation case Former US president Donald Trump’s motion seeking a mistrial in a civil battery and defamation lawsuit filed by columnist E Jean Carroll was denied by Judge Lewis Kaplan who is overseeing the case. WATCH | Sudan: Another refugee crisis looms ×

Morning brief: US estimates Russian military suffered 100,000 casualties since December 2022, & more

The European Commission said on Friday (April 28) that it secured an "in principle" agreement to lift the ban on the transit of Ukrainian grain via five EU member countries. According to the European Commission Vice President Valdis Dombrovskis, the safeguard measures for four products—wheat, maize, rapeseed, and sunflower seed—were included in the agreement. 
Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said that Saudi Arabia and Iran are set to open embassies in each other's capitals "within days." However, Amirabdollahian did not give specific dates for the reopening of the embassies.

And even as the war in Ukraine rages on, a total of 26 people, including five children, have been killed Russian missile strikes battered cities across Ukraine on Friday. The fresh attacks by Russian forces were the first large-scale air strikes in nearly two months.&nbsp;

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The European Commission said Friday that it has secured an 'in principle' agreement to lift the ban on the transit of Ukrainian grain via five EU member nations.&nbsp;This comes after concerns were raised earlier by Bulgaria, Hungary, Poland, Romania, and Slovakia that grain from Ukraine intended for export to other nations had wound up in their domestic markets, driving down prices for local farmers.

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Saudi&nbsp;Arabia and Iran are set to open embassies in each other's capitals "within days", Iran's foreign minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said on Friday (April 28) as the restoration of ties&nbsp;due to&nbsp;a China-brokered peace starts taking up an independent bilateral shape between Tehran and Riyadh.

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A total of 26 people, including five children, have been killed as Russian missile strikes battered cities across Ukraine on Friday (April 28). Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the latest strikes and vowed a response. "Only absolute evil can unleash such terror against Ukraine," he said in his evening address on Friday, the news agency AFP reported on Saturday.&nbsp;

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First Republic Bank’s shares plunged nearly 40 per cent on Friday as the California-based bank closed on to yet another week of the loss of the financial heft it once bossed over.&nbsp;

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The European Commission said on Friday (April 28) that it secured an "in principle" agreement to lift the ban on the transit of Ukrainian grain via five EU member countries.

The European Commission said on Friday (April 28) that it secured an "in principle" agreement to lift the ban on the transit of Ukrainian grain via five EU member countries. According to the European Commission Vice President Valdis Dombrovskis, the safeguard measures for four products—wheat, maize, rapeseed, and sunflower seed—were included in the agreement. Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said that Saudi Arabia and Iran are set to open embassies in each other's capitals "within days." However, Amirabdollahian did not give specific dates for the reopening of the embassies. And even as the war in Ukraine rages on, a total of 26 people, including five children, have been killed Russian missile strikes battered cities across Ukraine on Friday. The fresh attacks by Russian forces were the first large-scale air strikes in nearly two months. Click on the headlines to read more EU nations reach deal 'in principle' to transit grain from Ukraine The European Commission said Friday that it has secured an 'in principle' agreement to lift the ban on the transit of Ukrainian grain via five EU member nations. This comes after concerns were raised earlier by Bulgaria, Hungary, Poland, Romania, and Slovakia that grain from Ukraine intended for export to other nations had wound up in their domestic markets, driving down prices for local farmers. Saudi Arabia, Iran to reopen embassies in each other's capitals 'within days' Saudi Arabia and Iran are set to open embassies in each other's capitals "within days", Iran's foreign minister Hossein Amirabdollahian said on Friday (April 28) as the restoration of ties due to a China-brokered peace starts taking up an independent bilateral shape between Tehran and Riyadh. Ukraine war: Russian missile strikes kill 26 including five children; Ukraine's Zelensky vows response A total of 26 people, including five children, have been killed as Russian missile strikes battered cities across Ukraine on Friday (April 28). Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the latest strikes and vowed a response. "Only absolute evil can unleash such terror against Ukraine," he said in his evening address on Friday, the news agency AFP reported on Saturday. First Republic Bank nears collapse as US regulator prepares for takeover First Republic Bank’s shares plunged nearly 40 per cent on Friday as the California-based bank closed on to yet another week of the loss of the financial heft it once bossed over. WATCH | Sri Lanka’s inflation drops further to 35.3% amid economic crisis in the month of April × 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.

Morning brief: EU nations secure 'in principle' agreement to lift ban on transit of Ukrainian grain, & more

Sudan's army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) announced on Thursday (April 27) that they would prolong the ceasefire agreement by 72 hours. However, violence was reported in the capital city of Khartoum and the western region of Darfur. The previous three-day truce, which was set to expire on Thursday night, has been extended by three days through Sunday. In Ukraine, explosions were reported throughout the country on Friday. As per the Interfax news agency, &nbsp;explosions were reported after midnight in Dnipro, Kremenchuk and Poltava in central Ukraine and Mykolaiv in the south. The news agency Reuters reported that an explosion was also reported in the Kyiv region.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Nepal was hit by twin earthquakes of magnitudes 4.8 and 5.9 on the Richter Scale during the intervening night between April 27 and April 28. The epicentre of the earthquakes was at Bajura's Dahakot.&nbsp;

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Sudan's warring factions, the army and the paramilitary, announced Thursday that they would extend the ceasefire truce by 72 hours.&nbsp;Both factions joined hands in October 2021 to overthrow the Sudanese government in a coup, but they are now embroiled in a fight for power.&nbsp;

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Ukraine rang with air raid alerts on Friday. Quoting local sources, Interfax Ukraine news agency reported that explosions were witnessed throughout the nation, “in cities in widely separated regions.”

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Nepal was hit by twin earthquakes during the intervening night between April 27 and April 28. Two earthquakes&nbsp;of magnitudes 4.8 and 5.9 on the Richter Scale were felt overnight. The epicentre&nbsp;of the earthquake was at Bajura's Dahakot, over 800 km northwest of Kathmandu.

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Germany is likely to put limits on export of chemicals to China that are used to manufacture semiconductors. The move is seen as part of the government's efforts to reduce its economic exposure to the world's second largest economy, Bloomberg news reported on Thursday.

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Sudan's army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) announced on Thursday (April 27) that they would prolong the ceasefire agreement by 72 hours. However, violence was reported in the capital city of Khartoum and the western region of Darfur.

Sudan's army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) announced on Thursday (April 27) that they would prolong the ceasefire agreement by 72 hours. However, violence was reported in the capital city of Khartoum and the western region of Darfur. The previous three-day truce, which was set to expire on Thursday night, has been extended by three days through Sunday. In Ukraine, explosions were reported throughout the country on Friday. As per the Interfax news agency, explosions were reported after midnight in Dnipro, Kremenchuk and Poltava in central Ukraine and Mykolaiv in the south. The news agency Reuters reported that an explosion was also reported in the Kyiv region. Meanwhile, Nepal was hit by twin earthquakes of magnitudes 4.8 and 5.9 on the Richter Scale during the intervening night between April 27 and April 28. The epicentre of the earthquakes was at Bajura's Dahakot. Click on the headlines to read more Sudanese army, RSF agree to extend truce by 72 hours Sudan's warring factions, the army and the paramilitary, announced Thursday that they would extend the ceasefire truce by 72 hours. Both factions joined hands in October 2021 to overthrow the Sudanese government in a coup, but they are now embroiled in a fight for power. Explosions reported throughout Ukraine; Council of Europe says Russia's deportation of children 'genocide' Ukraine rang with air raid alerts on Friday. Quoting local sources, Interfax Ukraine news agency reported that explosions were witnessed throughout the nation, “in cities in widely separated regions.” Nepal hit by twin earthquakes, tremors felt in Himalayan highlands Nepal was hit by twin earthquakes during the intervening night between April 27 and April 28. Two earthquakes of magnitudes 4.8 and 5.9 on the Richter Scale were felt overnight. The epicentre of the earthquake was at Bajura's Dahakot, over 800 km northwest of Kathmandu. Germany may restrict export of semiconductor supplies to China: Report Germany is likely to put limits on export of chemicals to China that are used to manufacture semiconductors. The move is seen as part of the government's efforts to reduce its economic exposure to the world's second largest economy, Bloomberg news reported on Thursday. WATCH | UNSC passes resolution condemning Taliban's crackdown on Afghan women's rights × 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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United States President Joe Biden warned on Wednesday (April 26) that a nuclear attack by North Korea against the United States or its allies or partners is unacceptable and will result in the end of whichever regime were to take such an action. Biden made this remark during a joint press conference with South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol. Former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro appeared before the federal police and categorically denied any role in the anti-government riots in Brasilia on January 8.&nbsp;

The first aircraft carrying 360 Indians to Saudi Arabia from conflict-torn Sudan took off from Jeddah Airport and arrived in New Delhi at 9 pm on Wednesday. Taking to Twitter, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar said, "India welcomes back its own. Operation Kaveri brings 360 Indian Nationals to the homeland as the first flight reaches New Delhi."

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US President Joe Biden warned on Wednesday, April 26, that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's regime would cease to exist if he were to launch a nuclear attack on the United States or its allies.&nbsp;

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Jair Bolsonaro, the former president of Brazil, appeared before federal police on Wednesday and categorically denied any role in the anti-government Jan 6-style riots in&nbsp;the Brazilian capital.&nbsp;

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United States President Joe Biden warned on Wednesday (April 26) that a nuclear attack by North Korea against the United States or its allies or partners is unacceptable and will result in the end of whichever regime were to take such an action. Biden made this remark during a joint press conference with South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol. Former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro appeared before the federal police and categorically denied any role in the anti-government riots in Brasilia on January 8. The first aircraft carrying 360 Indians to Saudi Arabia from conflict-torn Sudan took off from Jeddah Airport and arrived in New Delhi at 9 pm on Wednesday. Taking to Twitter, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar said, "India welcomes back its own. Operation Kaveri brings 360 Indian Nationals to the homeland as the first flight reaches New Delhi." Click on the headlines to read more Joe Biden spells out Kim Jong-Un's 'end' with South Korean leader US President Joe Biden warned on Wednesday, April 26, that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's regime would cease to exist if he were to launch a nuclear attack on the United States or its allies. 'Trump of the Tropics' Bolsonaro denies role in Jan 6-style attack on Brazilian capital Jair Bolsonaro, the former president of Brazil, appeared before federal police on Wednesday and categorically denied any role in the anti-government Jan 6-style riots in the Brazilian capital. 'Donald Trump raped me', author E. Jean Carroll's testimony in New York court | As it happened Former US President Donald Trump is facing a civil lawsuit in a New York court. The lawsuit, filed by advice columnist and author E Jean Carroll, accuses Trump of sexual assault. Touchdown Delhi: 360 Indians evacuated from war-torn Sudan reach capital via flight The first aircraft carrying 360 Indians to Saudi Arabia from Sudan's conflict-torn region took off from Jeddah Airport and arrived in New Delhi at 9 p.m. on Wednesday (April 26). WATCH | China's Xi Jinping speaks with Ukraine's Zelensky for first time since Russia's invasion × 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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A ship of the Indian Navy&nbsp;carrying 278 passengers evacuated from conflict-torn Sudan landed in&nbsp;Saudi Arabia's port city of Jeddah Tuesday late night, marking the first successful&nbsp;segment carried under&nbsp;Operation Kaveri launched by the central government.&nbsp;The White House announced on Tuesday (April 25) that United States President Joe Biden would be participating in the G7 leaders summit that would be held in Hiroshima from May 19-21. In a statement, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said that during the summit, Biden would be discussing the ongoing war in Ukraine, global climate and food crises, and securing inclusive and resilient economic growth.

The Taliban killed an ISIS cell leader who was behind the August 2021 suicide bombing at the Kabul international airport that left 183 people dead. And in Singapore, the government on Wednesday executed a man for conspiring to traffic cannabis. Tangaraju Suppiah, a 46-year-old Indian-origin man, had his capital sentence carried out at Changi Prison Complex.&nbsp; 
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An Indian Navy Ship carrying 278 passengers evacuated from conflict-ridden Sudan landed in Saudi Arabia's port city of Jeddah Tuesday late night. The INS Sumedha's docking in Jeddah marks first successful segment carried under&nbsp;Operation Kaveri, a rescue operation launched by New Delhi to evacuate Indians and neighbouring South Asian nationals stuck in Sudan.&nbsp;

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The Islamic State cell leader, who reportedly planned the deadly August 2021 suicide bombing at the Kabul international airport that left 183 people dead, was killed by the Taliban, the US National Security Council said on Tuesday, April 25.

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A ship of the Indian Navy carrying 278 passengers evacuated from conflict-torn Sudan landed in Saudi Arabia's port city of Jeddah Tuesday late night, marking the first successful segment carried under Operation Kaveri launched by the central government.

A ship of the Indian Navy carrying 278 passengers evacuated from conflict-torn Sudan landed in Saudi Arabia's port city of Jeddah Tuesday late night, marking the first successful segment carried under Operation Kaveri launched by the central government. The White House announced on Tuesday (April 25) that United States President Joe Biden would be participating in the G7 leaders summit that would be held in Hiroshima from May 19-21. In a statement, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said that during the summit, Biden would be discussing the ongoing war in Ukraine, global climate and food crises, and securing inclusive and resilient economic growth. The Taliban killed an ISIS cell leader who was behind the August 2021 suicide bombing at the Kabul international airport that left 183 people dead. And in Singapore, the government on Wednesday executed a man for conspiring to traffic cannabis. Tangaraju Suppiah, a 46-year-old Indian-origin man, had his capital sentence carried out at Changi Prison Complex. Click on the headlines to read more 'Operation Kaveri unfolds': Indians evacuated from Sudan reach Jeddah An Indian Navy Ship carrying 278 passengers evacuated from conflict-ridden Sudan landed in Saudi Arabia's port city of Jeddah Tuesday late night. The INS Sumedha's docking in Jeddah marks first successful segment carried under Operation Kaveri, a rescue operation launched by New Delhi to evacuate Indians and neighbouring South Asian nationals stuck in Sudan. US President Biden to participate in G7 summit in Hiroshima, Japan United States President Joe Biden will be participating in the G7 leaders' summit which will be held in Hiroshima, Japan from May 19-21, announced the White House on Tuesday. The world leaders will gather for G7 summit in Hiroshima which is the place where the world's first nuclear attack took place Taliban kill ISIS leader behind deadly Kabul airport attack of August 2021 The Islamic State cell leader, who reportedly planned the deadly August 2021 suicide bombing at the Kabul international airport that left 183 people dead, was killed by the Taliban, the US National Security Council said on Tuesday, April 25. Singapore executes man for conspiring to traffic cannabis WATCH | 'Situation deadlocked': Russia slams the West over imperiled grain deal × 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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A gunman killed several people on Thursday (March 9) at Jehovah's Witness church in Germany's Hamburg city. The police said that the shooting took place at around 2000 GMT, adding, there were "one or more unknown" assailants. In China, Xi Jinping secured a third five-year term as the country's president. Following Xi's election, officials approved by him are set to be appointed or elected to fill top positions in the cabinet over the next two days. Meanwhile, job cuts by American companies over January and February this year hit the highest since 2009. A report by an employment firm said that technology, healthcare, retail, financial and fintech, and media and news announced job cuts.&nbsp;

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A gunman killed several people on Thursday (March 9) at Jehovah's Witness church in Germany's Hamburg city. The police said that the shooting took place at around 2000 GMT, adding, there were "one or more unknown" assailants.

A gunman killed several people on Thursday (March 9) at Jehovah's Witness church in Germany's Hamburg city. The police said that the shooting took place at around 2000 GMT, adding, there were "one or more unknown" assailants. In China, Xi Jinping secured a third five-year term as the country's president. Following Xi's election, officials approved by him are set to be appointed or elected to fill top positions in the cabinet over the next two days. Meanwhile, job cuts by American companies over January and February this year hit the highest since 2009. A report by an employment firm said that technology, healthcare, retail, financial and fintech, and media and news announced job cuts. Click on the headlines to read more: Several killed in Hamburg church shooting, says German police' Several people were killed in a shootout that took place in a church in Hamburg, said German police on Thursday. The police confirmed that the shooting took place at around 2000 GMT and added that there were "one or more unknown" assailants. Xi Jinping secures historic third term as China's President Xi Jinping has secured a third five-year term as China's president, tightening his grip as the country's most powerful leader since Mao Zedong. He was re-elected as head of the country's Central Military Commission in a unanimous vote. Layoffs by US companies over Jan-Feb hit highest since 2009, says report Job cuts by American companies over January and February this year hit the highest since 2009, with the technology sector accounting for more than a third of the over 180,000 job cuts announced. WATCH | Netanyahu’s planned judicial overhaul divides Israeli military × WATCH | Joe Biden lays out budget plan, challenges Republicans to do same ×

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Former Los Angeles mayor Eric Garcetti on Wednesday (March 8) moved forward in his bid to become the US ambassador to India as he was approved by the Senate Foreign Relations Committee to become the ambassador by a 13-8 vote. In the United Kingdom, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak defended the 'Illegal Migration Bill'. Sunak said the situation of illegal migrants is neither moral nor sustainable. And in Georgia, thousands of protesters demonstrated against the planned foreign agent law with police firing tear gas and water cannons to disperse them.&nbsp;

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The police in Georgia fired tear gas and water cannon at the thousands of protesters, forcing them to disperse, as they demonstrated on Wednesday against the planned "foreign agent" law which is similar to the Russian legislation which was used to silence critics.

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Former Los Angeles mayor Eric Garcetti on Wednesday (March 8) moved forward in his bid to become the US ambassador to India as he was approved by the Senate Foreign Relations Committee to become the ambassador by a 13-8 vote.

Former Los Angeles mayor Eric Garcetti on Wednesday (March 8) moved forward in his bid to become the US ambassador to India as he was approved by the Senate Foreign Relations Committee to become the ambassador by a 13-8 vote. In the United Kingdom, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak defended the 'Illegal Migration Bill'. Sunak said the situation of illegal migrants is neither moral nor sustainable. And in Georgia, thousands of protesters demonstrated against the planned foreign agent law with police firing tear gas and water cannons to disperse them. Eric Garcetti, Biden's choice for ambassador to India approved by key senatorial committee Former Los Angeles mayor Eric Garcetti on Wednesday was approved by the Senate Foreign Relations Committee to become the US ambassador to India by a 13-8 vote. The nomination will now head to the Senate floor for a full vote. 'We will detain': Rishi Sunak defends new bill for crackdown on illegal immigrants UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has defended the 'Illegal Migration Bill', currently tabled in the parliament saying it was about taking back 'control of our borders'. The Conservative leader was fielding questions from the opposition during the weekly Prime Minister's Questions (PMQs) in the House of Commons. Thousands of protesters rally against 'foreign agent' bill in Georgia The police in Georgia fired tear gas and water cannon at the thousands of protesters, forcing them to disperse, as they demonstrated on Wednesday against the planned "foreign agent" law which is similar to the Russian legislation which was used to silence critics. WATCH | US intel chiefs say China likely to press Taiwan and seek to undercut US × WATCH | Pakistan: 1 killed as police use water cannon, tear gas on Imran Khan's supporters in Lahore ×

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Six Palestinians were killed during a raid by Israel's armed forces at a refugee camp in West Bank on Tuesday afternoon (March 7). The attack took place at the crowded refugee camp on the western Jenin outskirts. In Georgia,&nbsp;police and protesters clashed amid demonstrations over the 'foreign agents' law. And in Canada,&nbsp;the government on Tuesday expunged the historic indecency and anti-abortion laws targeting women and members of the LGBTQ community. The repealed laws targeted women and LGBTQ individuals' access to abortion as well as to bathhouses, nightclubs, and swinger clubs.&nbsp;

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Six Palestinians were killed during a raid by Israeli armed forces at a refugee camp in West Bank. The attack took place on Tuesday afternoon at the crowded refugee camp on western Jenin outskirts.&nbsp;

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Water cannons and tear gas were used by the Georgian police against protesters on Tuesday as thousands of them took to the streets in Tbilisi to raise their voices against the controversial "foreign agents" bill.

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Six Palestinians were killed during a raid by Israel's armed forces at a refugee camp in West Bank on Tuesday afternoon (March 7). The attack took place at the crowded refugee camp on the western Jenin outskirts. In Georgia, police and protesters clashed amid demonstrations over the 'foreign agents' law. And in Canada, the government on Tuesday expunged the historic indecency and anti-abortion laws targeting women and members of the LGBTQ community. The repealed laws targeted women and LGBTQ individuals' access to abortion as well as to bathhouses, nightclubs, and swinger clubs. Click on the headlines to read more Six Palestinians killed during Israel military raid in West Bank Six Palestinians were killed during a raid by Israeli armed forces at a refugee camp in West Bank. The attack took place on Tuesday afternoon at the crowded refugee camp on western Jenin outskirts. Water cannon, tear gas | Protesters, police clash in Georgia over 'foreign agents' law Water cannons and tear gas were used by the Georgian police against protesters on Tuesday as thousands of them took to the streets in Tbilisi to raise their voices against the controversial "foreign agents" bill. Canada expunges historic laws targeting women, LGBTQ community The Canadian government on Tuesday (March 7) expunged the historic indecency and anti-abortion laws targeting women and members of the LGBTQ community. The repealed laws had targeted women and LGBTQ individuals' access to abortion as well as to bathhouses, nightclubs, and swinger clubs, considered to be safe spaces for the queer communities. WATCH | Ukraine denies involvement in Nord Stream pipelines blast × WATCH | India: 'Mad rush' for luxury housing ×

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United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken warned that China is on the brink of providing "lethal support" to Russia amid the ongoing Ukraine war. Blinken added that any supplies of arms and ammunition by Beijing would "cause a serious problem". Adding to a string of missile launches, North Korea further fired two more ballistic missiles off its east coast on Monday morning.&nbsp;

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United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken alleged on Sunday (February 19) that China is on the brink of sending "lethal support" to Russia for the ongoing Ukraine war. Blinken further warned Beijing that any supplies of arms and ammunition would "cause a serious problem".&nbsp;

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North Korea added to a string of missile launches with two more ballistic missiles being fired off its east coast on Monday morning. Japan’s Defence Ministry said that data suggests the missiles were fired at around 7 am Monday. A statement by the Japanese ministry said that the missiles fell into the Sea of Japan “to the east of the Korean Peninsula, outside Japan’s exclusive economic zone".&nbsp;

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Turkey has stopped its search and rescue operations in all but two of its provinces, two weeks after it was struck by one of the most devastating earthquakes it has ever seen. However, the rescue efforts will continue in Antakya and Kahmaranmaraş cities—the hardest hit regions which saw the maximum destruction.

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The search for Nicola Bulley, who was reported missing three weeks ago, ended on Sunday after the police in Lancashire found her dead body in River Wyre. Bulley, who was the mother of two children, had disappeared after she went for a walk along with the dog on the riverside in St Michael's on Wyre in Lancashire almost three weeks ago, after which a major search operation was started by the police.

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United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken warned that China is on the brink of providing "lethal support" to Russia amid the ongoing Ukraine war. Blinken added that any supplies of arms and ammunition by Beijing would "cause a serious problem".

United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken warned that China is on the brink of providing "lethal support" to Russia amid the ongoing Ukraine war. Blinken added that any supplies of arms and ammunition by Beijing would "cause a serious problem". Adding to a string of missile launches, North Korea further fired two more ballistic missiles off its east coast on Monday morning. Click on the headlines to read more China planning to send 'lethal support' to Russia for the Ukraine war, claims Blinken United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken alleged on Sunday (February 19) that China is on the brink of sending "lethal support" to Russia for the ongoing Ukraine war. Blinken further warned Beijing that any supplies of arms and ammunition would "cause a serious problem". North Korea fires two ballistic missiles early Monday, warns of turning Pacific into a 'firing range' North Korea added to a string of missile launches with two more ballistic missiles being fired off its east coast on Monday morning. Japan’s Defence Ministry said that data suggests the missiles were fired at around 7 am Monday. A statement by the Japanese ministry said that the missiles fell into the Sea of Japan “to the east of the Korean Peninsula, outside Japan’s exclusive economic zone". Earthquake-hit Turkey halts rescue operations in all but two provinces Turkey has stopped its search and rescue operations in all but two of its provinces, two weeks after it was struck by one of the most devastating earthquakes it has ever seen. However, the rescue efforts will continue in Antakya and Kahmaranmaraş cities—the hardest hit regions which saw the maximum destruction. UK Police finds Nicola Bulley's body in River Wyre The search for Nicola Bulley, who was reported missing three weeks ago, ended on Sunday after the police in Lancashire found her dead body in River Wyre. Bulley, who was the mother of two children, had disappeared after she went for a walk along with the dog on the riverside in St Michael's on Wyre in Lancashire almost three weeks ago, after which a major search operation was started by the police. Thailand gears up for general elections, Pheu Thai party hopes for comeback

Morning brief: Blinken says China to send 'lethal support' to Russia, NKorea fires ballistic missiles, & more

Fifteen people were killed in Syria's capital city Damascus on Sunday (February 19) after an Israeli missile struck a building. The strike hit the densely-populated Kafr Sousa municipality. United States Secretary of State held rare talks with China's top diplomat Wang Yi on Saturday during which he warned Beijing the "irresponsible act" of flying a spy balloon into America's airspace must not be repeated. And Jimmy Carter, 98, the oldest living former US President, would receive hospice care at home.&nbsp; 
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An Israeli missile struck a building in Syria’s capital Damascus that was housing senior security officials, killing at least 15 people on Sunday. The targeted strike hit the densely-populated Kafr Sousa, home to senior officials, security agencies and intelligence headquarters.

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Amid the ongoing balloon controversy, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken held rare talks with China's top diplomat Wang Yi on Saturday during which he warned Beijing that the "irresponsible act" of flying a spy balloon into America's airspace must not be repeated.

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The oldest living ex-president of the United States, Jimmy Carter, will now be receiving hospice care at home and will "spend his remaining time at home with his family" and not with additional medical intervention, stated the Carter Centre.

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Fifteen people were killed in Syria's capital city Damascus on Sunday (February 19) after an Israeli missile struck a building. The strike hit the densely-populated Kafr Sousa municipality.

Fifteen people were killed in Syria's capital city Damascus on Sunday (February 19) after an Israeli missile struck a building. The strike hit the densely-populated Kafr Sousa municipality. United States Secretary of State held rare talks with China's top diplomat Wang Yi on Saturday during which he warned Beijing the "irresponsible act" of flying a spy balloon into America's airspace must not be repeated. And Jimmy Carter, 98, the oldest living former US President, would receive hospice care at home. Click on the headlines to read more At least 15 killed after Israeli missile strikes Syrian building An Israeli missile struck a building in Syria’s capital Damascus that was housing senior security officials, killing at least 15 people on Sunday. The targeted strike hit the densely-populated Kafr Sousa, home to senior officials, security agencies and intelligence headquarters. Blinken warns China's Wang Yi that spy balloon incident 'must never again occur' Amid the ongoing balloon controversy, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken held rare talks with China's top diplomat Wang Yi on Saturday during which he warned Beijing that the "irresponsible act" of flying a spy balloon into America's airspace must not be repeated. Oldest-living former US President Jimmy Carter to receive hospice care at age 98 The oldest living ex-president of the United States, Jimmy Carter, will now be receiving hospice care at home and will "spend his remaining time at home with his family" and not with additional medical intervention, stated the Carter Centre. WATCH| Munich Security Summit: Britain will support allies if they decide to send jets to Ukraine × WATCH | Hundreds throng Rio De Janeiro, carnival festivities in Brazil begin ×

Morning brief: 15 killed after Israeli missile strikes Syrian building, Blinken's warning to China, & more

Diplomatic relations between the United States and China further worsened on Wednesday (February 15) after Beijing accused Washington of flowing high-altitude balloons over the Xinjiang and Tibet regions. In New Zealand, the death toll in the aftermath of Cyclone Gabrielle climbed to five on Thursday and there are fears that the number of deaths could climb further. And in the US, a shooting was reported in a mall in El Paso Texas which left one person dead and three others injured.&nbsp; 
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diplomatic friction between China and the United States worsened after Beijing charged the latter with flowing high-altitude balloons over the Xinjiang and Tibet regions and threatened to take measures against the US entities which have undermined the sovereignty of China.&nbsp;

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The death toll in the aftermath of Cyclone Gabrielle in New Zealand has climbed to five and there are fears that the number of deaths could climb further. A total of 10,500 people have so far been displaced with 9,000 made homeless in New Zealand's eastern regions alone.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/el-paso-texas-mall-shooting-leaves-one-dead-injures-three-others-562502">El Paso, Texas, mall shooting leaves one dead, injures three others</a>

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The El Paso mall shooting was reported on Wednesday at around 5 pm. The police has arrested one suspect but not revealed any details about him. The scene of the shooting is believed to be clear now.

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The court sentenced gunman Payton Gendron, who killed 10 Black people at a supermarket in Buffalo, to life imprisonment as family members expressed their agony at the loss.&nbsp;

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Diplomatic relations between the United States and China further worsened on Wednesday (February 15) after Beijing accused Washington of flowing high-altitude balloons over the Xinjiang and Tibet regions. In New Zealand, the death toll in the aftermath of Cyclone Gabrielle climbed to five on Thursday and there are fears that the number of deaths could climb further. And in the US, a shooting was reported in a mall in El Paso Texas which left one person dead and three others injured. Click on the headlines to read more China accuses US of flying balloons over Xinjiang, Tibet, says will take countermeasures diplomatic friction between China and the United States worsened after Beijing charged the latter with flowing high-altitude balloons over the Xinjiang and Tibet regions and threatened to take measures against the US entities which have undermined the sovereignty of China. New Zealand: Five dead in aftermath of Cyclone Gabrielle; over 10,000 people displaced The death toll in the aftermath of Cyclone Gabrielle in New Zealand has climbed to five and there are fears that the number of deaths could climb further. A total of 10,500 people have so far been displaced with 9,000 made homeless in New Zealand's eastern regions alone. El Paso, Texas, mall shooting leaves one dead, injures three others The El Paso mall shooting was reported on Wednesday at around 5 pm. The police has arrested one suspect but not revealed any details about him. The scene of the shooting is believed to be clear now. Buffalo shooting: Grieving family member lunges at gunman, as he gets sentenced to life The court sentenced gunman Payton Gendron, who killed 10 Black people at a supermarket in Buffalo, to life imprisonment as family members expressed their agony at the loss. WATCH | 'Islamic State terror threat remains high, threat increasing in conflict zones,' says UN ×

Morning brief: China accuses US of flying balloons over Xinjiang, Tibet; Cyclone Gabrielle updates & more

On Sunday afternoon, a fourth unidentified object was shot down by US officials close to the Canadian border. The Pentagon claimed that the object carried the risk of interference with commercial air traffic and hence, it was ordered to be shot down. Overnight air strikes were launched by Israel against a Hamas complex in Gaza after a rocket was fired from the Palestinian enclave, said the military on Monday.

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A fourth unidentified object was shot down by the US on Sunday afternoon close to the Canadian border. The Pentagon said that the object could have interfered with commercial air traffic since it was traveling at 20,000 feet (6,100 metres), which is why it was ordered to be shot down by President Joe Biden.&nbsp;

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Israel launched overnight air strikes against a Hamas complex in Gaza in response to a rocket fired from the Palestinian enclave, the military said early Monday. Israel's military said it attacked an underground site used by the Hamas Islamists to manufacture rockets.&nbsp;

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In a single city in south-east Turkey, more than 5,000 victims of the devastating earthquake were buried at a mass cemetery on Sunday. A senior official said that the Kahramanmaras' mass burial ground will eventually become the resting place of the city's 10,000 residents who died in the natural disaster.&nbsp;

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The Kansas City Chief pipped bookies favourites Philadelphia Eagles 38-15 on Sunday night to win Super Bowl 57 and claim their second NFL title in four seasons. The game took place at the State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona with pop superstar Rihanna headlining the ever-popular Super Bowl halftime show.&nbsp;

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On Sunday afternoon, a fourth unidentified object was shot down by US officials close to the Canadian border. The Pentagon claimed that the object carried the risk of interference with commercial air traffic and hence, it was ordered to be shot down.

On Sunday afternoon, a fourth unidentified object was shot down by US officials close to the Canadian border. The Pentagon claimed that the object carried the risk of interference with commercial air traffic and hence, it was ordered to be shot down. Overnight air strikes were launched by Israel against a Hamas complex in Gaza after a rocket was fired from the Palestinian enclave, said the military on Monday. Click on the headlines to read more US shoots down another unidentified object as a senior official doesn't rule out 'aliens' A fourth unidentified object was shot down by the US on Sunday afternoon close to the Canadian border. The Pentagon said that the object could have interfered with commercial air traffic since it was traveling at 20,000 feet (6,100 metres), which is why it was ordered to be shot down by President Joe Biden. Israel launches air strikes against underground Hamas rocket factory in Gaza Israel launched overnight air strikes against a Hamas complex in Gaza in response to a rocket fired from the Palestinian enclave, the military said early Monday. Israel's military said it attacked an underground site used by the Hamas Islamists to manufacture rockets. Turkey earthquake: More than 5,000 victims buried at city's mass cemetery as death toll tops 34,000 In a single city in south-east Turkey, more than 5,000 victims of the devastating earthquake were buried at a mass cemetery on Sunday. A senior official said that the Kahramanmaras' mass burial ground will eventually become the resting place of the city's 10,000 residents who died in the natural disaster. Super Bowl LVII: Kansas City Chiefs beat Philadelphia Eagles 38-35 after a late dash The Kansas City Chief pipped bookies favourites Philadelphia Eagles 38-15 on Sunday night to win Super Bowl 57 and claim their second NFL title in four seasons. The game took place at the State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona with pop superstar Rihanna headlining the ever-popular Super Bowl halftime show. WATCH | WION in ground zero Syria: Aleppo, one of the provinces declared as a disaster zone

Morning brief: US shoots down another unidentified object, Israel launches air strikes, & more

A United States fighter jet shot down an unidentified object over Canada on Saturday (February 11), hours after a 'high-altitude object' which was flying over Alaska was shot down. UN relief chief Martin Griffiths said that the death toll of the devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria will increase by "double or more" from its current toll of 28,000. And Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky sacked a senior security figure on Saturday (February 11), stating that his drive to clean up the government would continue.&nbsp;

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An American fighter jet shot down an unidentified object over Canada on Saturday (February 11). The operation took place hours after the US shot down a 'high-altitude object' which was flying over Alaska.&nbsp;

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UN relief chief Martin Griffiths said that the death toll of the devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria will increase by "double or more" from its current toll of 28,000.

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Amid the ongoing war, Ukrainian authorities have dismissed dozens of officials in recent weeks and investigations have also been opened in several cases as part of a widespread drive against wrongdoing.&nbsp;

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Thousands of teachers in Portugal took to the streets of the capital city of Lisbon on Saturday (February 11) in the latest round of demonstrations demanding higher pay and better working conditions.&nbsp;

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A United States fighter jet shot down an unidentified object over Canada on Saturday (February 11), hours after a 'high-altitude object' which was flying over Alaska was shot down.

A United States fighter jet shot down an unidentified object over Canada on Saturday (February 11), hours after a 'high-altitude object' which was flying over Alaska was shot down. UN relief chief Martin Griffiths said that the death toll of the devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria will increase by "double or more" from its current toll of 28,000. And Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky sacked a senior security figure on Saturday (February 11), stating that his drive to clean up the government would continue. Click on the headlines to read more US F-22 fighter jet shoots down 'unidentified object' over northern Canada An American fighter jet shot down an unidentified object over Canada on Saturday (February 11). The operation took place hours after the US shot down a 'high-altitude object' which was flying over Alaska. Turkey earthquake: Contractors detained over collapsed buildings; UN predicts combined toll to reach 50,000 UN relief chief Martin Griffiths said that the death toll of the devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria will increase by "double or more" from its current toll of 28,000. Ukraine's Zelensky sacks top official as the clean-up drive continues amid war Amid the ongoing war, Ukrainian authorities have dismissed dozens of officials in recent weeks and investigations have also been opened in several cases as part of a widespread drive against wrongdoing. 'We are outraged': Teachers in Portugal intensify their protest against govt Thousands of teachers in Portugal took to the streets of the capital city of Lisbon on Saturday (February 11) in the latest round of demonstrations demanding higher pay and better working conditions. WATCH | France protests rage on! Unions ready to call for mass turnout ×

Morning brief: US shoots down 'unidentified object' over Canada, Turkey-Syria quake toll to reach 50K, & more

The United States administration shot down a high-altitude object over Alaska on Friday (February 11), just six days after an alleged Chinese spy balloon was downed which heightened tensions between Washington in Beijing. As the anti-government demonstrations in Peru continue, President Dina Boluarte on Friday called a multiparty dialogue to end the crisis. And in earthquake-ravaged Turkey, rescuers saved a six-month pregnant woman and her seven-year-old daughter.

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A high-altitude object has been shot by the United States over Alaska, White House said. This comes days after a Chinese balloon was shot down by the US and the fallen debris was recovered.

 
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A multiparty dialogue was called by Peruvian President Dina Boluarte on Friday to end the political crisis which has gripped the nation, stating that Peru has a “fragile democracy” at present because of two months of deadly anti-government protests raging across the country.

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Search and rescue workers are working day and night, hoping to find survivors stuck beneath the pile of rubble in Turkey and Syria in the aftermath of massive earthquakes earlier this week.&nbsp;So far, the combined death toll is 23,700 and the local authorities believe that it may rise further.&nbsp;The rescue workers have been pulling off some miraculous rescues and in yet another one, they saved a six-month pregnant woman and her seven-year-old daughter.

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Toronto's mayor John Tory resigned in a sudden move on Friday (February 10), after local media reported that he had an affair with a much younger staff member. According to a report by the Toronto Star, the 31-year-old woman staff member has not been identified.&nbsp; 
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The United States administration shot down a high-altitude object over Alaska on Friday (February 11), just six days after an alleged Chinese spy balloon was downed which heightened tensions between Washington in Beijing.

The United States administration shot down a high-altitude object over Alaska on Friday (February 11), just six days after an alleged Chinese spy balloon was downed which heightened tensions between Washington in Beijing. As the anti-government demonstrations in Peru continue, President Dina Boluarte on Friday called a multiparty dialogue to end the crisis. And in earthquake-ravaged Turkey, rescuers saved a six-month pregnant woman and her seven-year-old daughter. Click on the headlines to read more First, Chinese 'spy' balloon, now, high-altitude object shot down over Alaska : White House A high-altitude object has been shot by the United States over Alaska, White House said. This comes days after a Chinese balloon was shot down by the US and the fallen debris was recovered. Peruvian president calls for multiparty dialogue to resolve political crisis A multiparty dialogue was called by Peruvian President Dina Boluarte on Friday to end the political crisis which has gripped the nation, stating that Peru has a “fragile democracy” at present because of two months of deadly anti-government protests raging across the country. Turkey earthquake: In a miraculous rescue, pregnant woman and daughter pulled from rubble alive Search and rescue workers are working day and night, hoping to find survivors stuck beneath the pile of rubble in Turkey and Syria in the aftermath of massive earthquakes earlier this week. So far, the combined death toll is 23,700 and the local authorities believe that it may rise further. The rescue workers have been pulling off some miraculous rescues and in yet another one, they saved a six-month pregnant woman and her seven-year-old daughter. Toronto's mayor John Tory resigns over affair with much younger staffer: Reports Toronto's mayor John Tory resigned in a sudden move on Friday (February 10), after local media reported that he had an affair with a much younger staff member. According to a report by the Toronto Star, the 31-year-old woman staff member has not been identified. WATCH | China trains six squirrels to search for drugs ×

Morning brief: US shoots down high-altitude object over Alaska, Peru president's bid to end crisis, & more

The United States announced that it will provide Kyiv with military aid worth $3 billion to train and equip the soldiers, as the Russia-Ukraine war completes its six months. In other news, two white police officers involved in a Black man’s death won’t be prosecuted. In other news, recent reports by the European Union agencies&nbsp;claimed that the continent is currently facing its worst drought in 500 years. Finally, after 45 years, NASA’s Voyager 2 launched in 1977, and spacecraft to the outer planets and beyond are still continuing their journey.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/as-war-hit-6-months-us-to-provide-3-billion-in-fresh-military-aid-to-ukraine-509613">As war hit 6 months, US to provide $3 billion in fresh military aid to Ukraine</a>

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According to The Associated Press, which has cited US officials, the package is expected to be announced on Wednesday, the day the war hits the six-month mark and Ukraine celebrates its independence day.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-us-police-officers-involved-in-rayshard-brooks-shooting-not-to-face-any-charges-509611">Two US police officers involved in Rayshard Brooks shooting not to face any charges</a>

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The decision comes two years after Rayshard Brooks was shot and killed outside a Wendy's restaurant following an altercation with the two officers who tried to arrest him for DUI.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/europe-facing-worst-drought-in-almost-500-years-new-report-claims-509617">Europe facing worst drought in almost 500 years, new report claims</a>

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In the last few months, several European nations have faced massive wildfires and extreme temperatures which have caused severe damage to both life and property.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/watch-45-years-in-space-nasas-voyager-2-continues-its-interstellar-journey-509609">Watch: 45 years in space, NASA’s Voyager 2 continues its interstellar journey</a>

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Voyager 2 continued the Voyager mission's exploration of Uranus and Neptune whereas the original Voyager mission was limited to Jupiter and Saturn. On September 5 of the same year, Voyager 1 was launched into space.

Watch |&nbsp;Kyiv hosts forum on Crimea liberation, West warns Russia on new annexation plan

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The United States announced that it will provide Kyiv with military aid worth $3 billion to train and equip the soldiers, as the Russia-Ukraine war completes its six months.

The United States announced that it will provide Kyiv with military aid worth $3 billion to train and equip the soldiers, as the Russia-Ukraine war completes its six months. In other news, two white police officers involved in a Black man’s death won’t be prosecuted. In other news, recent reports by the European Union agencies claimed that the continent is currently facing its worst drought in 500 years. Finally, after 45 years, NASA’s Voyager 2 launched in 1977, and spacecraft to the outer planets and beyond are still continuing their journey. Click on the headlines to read more: As war hit 6 months, US to provide $3 billion in fresh military aid to Ukraine According to The Associated Press, which has cited US officials, the package is expected to be announced on Wednesday, the day the war hits the six-month mark and Ukraine celebrates its independence day. Two US police officers involved in Rayshard Brooks shooting not to face any charges The decision comes two years after Rayshard Brooks was shot and killed outside a Wendy's restaurant following an altercation with the two officers who tried to arrest him for DUI. Europe facing worst drought in almost 500 years, new report claims In the last few months, several European nations have faced massive wildfires and extreme temperatures which have caused severe damage to both life and property. Watch: 45 years in space, NASA’s Voyager 2 continues its interstellar journey Voyager 2 continued the Voyager mission's exploration of Uranus and Neptune whereas the original Voyager mission was limited to Jupiter and Saturn. On September 5 of the same year, Voyager 1 was launched into space. Watch | Kyiv hosts forum on Crimea liberation, West warns Russia on new annexation plan

Morning news brief: US announces $3 billion in military aid to Ukraine, Europe facing worst drought, & more

Nancy Pelosi, the US House Speaker, arrived in Taiwan amid an escalating crisis between the US and China. The Communist nation started conducting military drills close to the island nation. As tensions in the area rose before Pelosi’s visit, Chinese jets invaded Taiwan’s air defence zones. In other news, the race to become the UK’s next Prime Minister had to be postponed, which put a snag in the campaign. The decision was made as a result of information from the GCHQ space agency that cyber hackers were attempting to influence the results of the vote, as per a report by the Telegraph. Finally, the alleged lover of Russian President Vladimir Putin and the billionaire who owns the second-largest estate in London were blacklisted by the US as a part of the recent sanctions related to the Ukraine invasion.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/live-updates-nancy-pelosi-in-taiwan-china-summons-us-ambassador-503061">LIVE updates: We will always stand with Taiwan, says Nancy Pelosi</a>

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China considers Taiwan as a breakaway province which it says it will unify by force if necessary. China's view on Taiwan was reflected as vice premier Xie declared:&nbsp;"Taiwan is China's Taiwan, and Taiwan will eventually return to the embrace of the motherland".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/conservative-party-voting-for-next-uk-pm-delayed-after-gchq-hacking-alert-report-503064">Conservative Party voting for next UK PM delayed after GCHQ hacking alert: Report</a>

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While the agency did not specify the source of the threat, they said that the process was vulnerable to cyber-attacks and advised against going forward with the process. That resulted in the Conservative Party making it clear that new members will no longer be able to change their votes later in the Prime Minister race, the report further stated.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-sanctions-russian-oligarchs-and-putins-girlfriend-for-involvement-in-ukraine-war-503057">US sanctions Russian oligarchs and Putin's 'girlfriend' for involvement in Ukraine war</a>

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Alina Kabaeva, a former Olympic gymnast who is frequently referred to as Putin's girlfriend, and Natalya Popova, the wife of Kirill Dmitriev, the head of the sizable sovereign wealth fund run by the Russian government, were both sanctioned by the Treasury. According to the Treasury, Popova works for Innopraktika, a technological company that is owned by one of Putin's daughters.

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Nancy Pelosi, the US House Speaker, arrived in Taiwan amid an escalating crisis between the US and China. The Communist nation started conducting military drills close to the island nation.

Nancy Pelosi, the US House Speaker, arrived in Taiwan amid an escalating crisis between the US and China. The Communist nation started conducting military drills close to the island nation. As tensions in the area rose before Pelosi’s visit, Chinese jets invaded Taiwan’s air defence zones. In other news, the race to become the UK’s next Prime Minister had to be postponed, which put a snag in the campaign. The decision was made as a result of information from the GCHQ space agency that cyber hackers were attempting to influence the results of the vote, as per a report by the Telegraph. Finally, the alleged lover of Russian President Vladimir Putin and the billionaire who owns the second-largest estate in London were blacklisted by the US as a part of the recent sanctions related to the Ukraine invasion. Click on headlines to read more: LIVE updates: We will always stand with Taiwan, says Nancy Pelosi China considers Taiwan as a breakaway province which it says it will unify by force if necessary. China's view on Taiwan was reflected as vice premier Xie declared: "Taiwan is China's Taiwan, and Taiwan will eventually return to the embrace of the motherland". Conservative Party voting for next UK PM delayed after GCHQ hacking alert: Report While the agency did not specify the source of the threat, they said that the process was vulnerable to cyber-attacks and advised against going forward with the process. That resulted in the Conservative Party making it clear that new members will no longer be able to change their votes later in the Prime Minister race, the report further stated. US sanctions Russian oligarchs and Putin's 'girlfriend' for involvement in Ukraine war Alina Kabaeva, a former Olympic gymnast who is frequently referred to as Putin's girlfriend, and Natalya Popova, the wife of Kirill Dmitriev, the head of the sizable sovereign wealth fund run by the Russian government, were both sanctioned by the Treasury. According to the Treasury, Popova works for Innopraktika, a technological company that is owned by one of Putin's daughters. Watch | Iran steps up its nuclear programme after US sanctions Watch | China brands Pelosi's Taiwan visit 'extremely dangerous'

Morning news brief: ‘Will always stand with Taiwan,’ says Pelosi, voting for UK's next PM postponed, and more

Sri Lanka’s Parliament is all set to elect its new president today, Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s successor after he fled the country amid fervent protest over the catastrophic economic situation in the nation. In other news, attorneys for Twitter and Elon Musk clash in court for the first time on Tuesday (July 19). A Delaware judge has ruled that the social media firm can expedite its case against the Tesla owner over his postponed purchase. Finally, the extreme heatwave is sweeping over Europe. A wave of heat has been sparked by the hot weather in London. The heatwave is producing extremely high levels of dangerous ozone pollution, the region’s atmospheric monitoring service has warned as some areas of Europe continue to burn.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/sri-lanka-presidential-polls-live-parliament-to-elect-gotabayas-successor-today-499014">Sri Lanka Presidential polls LIVE: Parliament to elect Gotabaya's successor today</a>

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Sri Lanka’s Parliament is all set to elect a new president on Wednesday to pick the successor of Gotabaya Rajapaksa after he fled the country amidst intense protest over the country’s dire economic status. The elections will witness a three-way fight between acting Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe and two others proposed by lawmakers.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/twitter-vs-elon-musk-judge-sets-october-trial-in-the-buyout-battle-498958">Twitter vs Elon Musk: Judge sets October trial over $44 billion deal</a>

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The trial will take place in October over whether or not the Tesla chief can be forced to complete his $44 billion deal to buy the social network.&nbsp;

On Tuesday, the Delaware judge ruled against the Musk lawyer's appeal for a February trial. The judge ordered for a month much closer to Twitter's request for September, but did not specify&nbsp;a date.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/as-heatwave-continues-across-europe-warning-issues-over-very-high-ozone-pollution-498998">As heatwave continues across Europe, warning issued over 'very high' ozone pollution</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/07/20/280529-firefighter-trucks.png" />Britain recorded its hottest day ever on Tuesday (July 19), with the temperature exceeding 40C. Not just Britain, the entire Europe is gripped by the extreme heatwave. Hot weather has fueled a spate of fires across London.&nbsp;

According to a statement from the Copernicus monitoring service: "Tinder dry conditions and extreme heat are exacerbating the risk of wildfires." The warning also mentioned that a large proportion of western Europe is in "extreme fire danger" and some areas of "very extreme fire danger".&nbsp;

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Sri Lanka’s Parliament is all set to elect its new president today, Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s successor after he fled the country amid fervent protest over the catastrophic economic situation in the nation.

Sri Lanka’s Parliament is all set to elect its new president today, Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s successor after he fled the country amid fervent protest over the catastrophic economic situation in the nation. In other news, attorneys for Twitter and Elon Musk clash in court for the first time on Tuesday (July 19). A Delaware judge has ruled that the social media firm can expedite its case against the Tesla owner over his postponed purchase. Finally, the extreme heatwave is sweeping over Europe. A wave of heat has been sparked by the hot weather in London. The heatwave is producing extremely high levels of dangerous ozone pollution, the region’s atmospheric monitoring service has warned as some areas of Europe continue to burn. Click on the headline to read more: Sri Lanka Presidential polls LIVE: Parliament to elect Gotabaya's successor today Sri Lanka’s Parliament is all set to elect a new president on Wednesday to pick the successor of Gotabaya Rajapaksa after he fled the country amidst intense protest over the country’s dire economic status. The elections will witness a three-way fight between acting Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe and two others proposed by lawmakers. Twitter vs Elon Musk: Judge sets October trial over $44 billion deal The trial will take place in October over whether or not the Tesla chief can be forced to complete his $44 billion deal to buy the social network. On Tuesday, the Delaware judge ruled against the Musk lawyer's appeal for a February trial. The judge ordered for a month much closer to Twitter's request for September, but did not specify a date. As heatwave continues across Europe, warning issued over 'very high' ozone pollution Britain recorded its hottest day ever on Tuesday (July 19), with the temperature exceeding 40C. Not just Britain, the entire Europe is gripped by the extreme heatwave. Hot weather has fueled a spate of fires across London. According to a statement from the Copernicus monitoring service: "Tinder dry conditions and extreme heat are exacerbating the risk of wildfires." The warning also mentioned that a large proportion of western Europe is in "extreme fire danger" and some areas of "very extreme fire danger". Watch | The Tory Leadership Race: Rishi Sunak maintains lead in Tory polls Watch | China: Citizens worth $48 billion want to leave the country

Morning news brief: Sri Lanka to elect its new president, October trial for $44 billion Twitter deal and more

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/investigations-cannot-be-impeded-by-closure-of-cambridge-analytica-damian-collins-member-uk-parliament-committee-134296">Investigations cannot be impeded by </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/investigations-cannot-be-impeded-by-closure-of-cambridge-analytica-damian-collins-member-uk-parliament-committee-134296">closure</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/investigations-cannot-be-impeded-by-closure-of-cambridge-analytica-damian-collins-member-uk-parliament-committee-134296"> of Cambridge Analytica: UK Parliament committee</a>

Cambridge Analytica(CA), the firm at the centre of a worldwide data breach of Facebook users, announced today that it was filing for bankruptcy and closing down.

"Despite Cambridge Analytica's unwavering confidence that its employees have acted ethically and lawfully, the siege of media coverage has driven away virtually all of the company's customers and suppliers," the company said in a statement.

"As a result, it has been determined that it is no longer viable to continue operating the business, which left Cambridge Analytica with no realistic alternative to placing the company into administration," it added.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/champions-league-liverpool-edge-out-as-roma-to-meet-real-madrid-in-final-134295">Champions League: Liverpool edge out AS Roma, to meet Real Madrid in final</a>

AS Roma fought hard till the end but it was not enough to stop Liverpool from advancing to the finals of the Champions League at the Stadio Olimpico on Thursday night.

Klopp's team went down 2-4 to a resurgent Roma who were determined to show their home fans they could overcome the 3 goal deficit of the first leg at Anfield as Radja Nainggolan struck late with 2 goals, but it was not to be as the visitors held off to win the game on a 7-6 aggregate.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/justin-langer-to-be-new-coach-of-australia-134298">Justin Langer to be </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/justin-langer-to-be-new-coach-of-australia-134298">new</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/justin-langer-to-be-new-coach-of-australia-134298"> coach of Australia</a>

Cricket Australia said today former Australian Test opener Justin Langer, 47, will takeover as head coach of the national team.

Langer's coaching job comes after Darren Lehmann stepped down as coach of the Australian team after the ball-tampering row in South Africa which led Steve Smith and David Warner to be banned by Cricket Australia. Cameron Bancroft was also banned for his part in the incident.

"Whilst Darren Lehmann was not due to complete his term until next year, we have had a succession plan in place for this role for some time," Cricket Australia (CA) CEO James Sutherland said.

"We firmly believe Justin is the right person to lead this team and have huge confidence in what he will bring to the role, " Sutherland added.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/macron-calls-australian-pms-wife-delicious-134299">Macron calls Australian PM's wife 'delicious'</a>

French president Emmanuel Macron left his Australian audience wondering after he called Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull's wife "delicious".

"Thank you and your delicious wife for your warm welcome, the perfect organisation of this trip," he said.

"Thanks to you and Lucy, thank you very much, Mr Prime Minister," he added.

Speculation, however, is rife that Macron was referring to the word délicieux, which can be used to describe a very tasty meal.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/gunmen-kidnap-german-nurse-in-somalia-134297">Gunmen kidnap German nurse in Somalia's Mogadishu</a>

A German nurse working for the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) was kidnapped on Wednesday evening from a compound in Somalia's capital Mogadishu, the Red Cross said today.

The attack happened around 8.00 pm local time (1700 GMT) when unidentified armed men entered its compound in Mogadishu, the Red Cross said.

Daniel O'Malley, ICRC's deputy Somalia head said the Red Cross was "deeply concerned about the safety of our colleague" and that the nurse was working everyday to save lives.

Investigations cannot be impeded by closure of Cambridge Analytica: UK Parliament committee Cambridge Analytica(CA), the firm at the centre of a worldwide data breach of Facebook users, announced today that it was filing for bankruptcy and closing down. "Despite Cambridge Analytica's unwavering confidence that its employees have acted ethically and lawfully, the siege of media coverage has driven away virtually all of the company's customers and suppliers," the company said in a statement. "As a result, it has been determined that it is no longer viable to continue operating the business, which left Cambridge Analytica with no realistic alternative to placing the company into administration," it added. Champions League: Liverpool edge out AS Roma, to meet Real Madrid in final AS Roma fought hard till the end but it was not enough to stop Liverpool from advancing to the finals of the Champions League at the Stadio Olimpico on Thursday night. Klopp's team went down 2-4 to a resurgent Roma who were determined to show their home fans they could overcome the 3 goal deficit of the first leg at Anfield as Radja Nainggolan struck late with 2 goals, but it was not to be as the visitors held off to win the game on a 7-6 aggregate. Justin Langer to be new coach of Australia Cricket Australia said today former Australian Test opener Justin Langer, 47, will takeover as head coach of the national team. Langer's coaching job comes after Darren Lehmann stepped down as coach of the Australian team after the ball-tampering row in South Africa which led Steve Smith and David Warner to be banned by Cricket Australia. Cameron Bancroft was also banned for his part in the incident. "Whilst Darren Lehmann was not due to complete his term until next year, we have had a succession plan in place for this role for some time," Cricket Australia (CA) CEO James Sutherland said. "We firmly believe Justin is the right person to lead this team and have huge confidence in what he will bring to the role, " Sutherland added. Macron calls Australian PM's wife 'delicious' French president Emmanuel Macron left his Australian audience wondering after he called Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull's wife "delicious". "Thank you and your delicious wife for your warm welcome, the perfect organisation of this trip," he said. "Thanks to you and Lucy, thank you very much, Mr Prime Minister," he added. Speculation, however, is rife that Macron was referring to the word délicieux, which can be used to describe a very tasty meal. Gunmen kidnap German nurse in Somalia's Mogadishu A German nurse working for the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) was kidnapped on Wednesday evening from a compound in Somalia's capital Mogadishu, the Red Cross said today. The attack happened around 8.00 pm local time (1700 GMT) when unidentified armed men entered its compound in Mogadishu, the Red Cross said. Daniel O'Malley, ICRC's deputy Somalia head said the Red Cross was "deeply concerned about the safety of our colleague" and that the nurse was working everyday to save lives.

News brief: 5 big stories of the day

<a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-sacks-veterans-affairs-secretary-nominates-white-house-doctor-to-replace-him-126893">Donald Trump sacks Veterans Affairs </a><a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-sacks-veterans-affairs-secretary-nominates-white-house-doctor-to-replace-him-126893">Secretary,</a><a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-sacks-veterans-affairs-secretary-nominates-white-house-doctor-to-replace-him-126893"> nominates White House doctor to replace him</a>

US President Donald Trump announced another change to his cabinet on Wednesday by sacking embattled Veterans Affairs Secretary David Shulkin and nominating White House doctor Ronny Jackson as his successor.

"I am pleased to announce that I intend to nominate highly respected Admiral Ronny L. Jackson, MD, as the new Secretary of Veterans Affairs," said Trump, who has also replaced his secretary of state and national security advisor in the last month.

<a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/world/facebook-overhauls-privacy-settings-to-try-and-give-users-more-control-over-their-info-126892">Facebook overhauls privacy settings to try and give users more control over their info</a>

Facebook on Wednesday launched a fresh effort to quell the firestorm over the hijacking of personal data, unveiling new privacy tools and settings to give users more control over how their information is shared.

The new features follow fierce criticism of the social network giant after it was revealed that the personal data of tens of millions of users was harvested by a British firm linked to Donald Trump's 2016 presidential campaign.

<a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/south-asia/itinerary-kept-secret-but-malala-returns-to-pakistan-six-years-after-she-was-shot-by-taliban-126885">Itinerary 'kept secret' but Malala returns to Pakistan six years after she was shot by Taliban</a>

Nobel peace laureate Malala Yousafzai returned to Pakistan on Thursday, officials said, in her first visit to her native country since she was shot in the head by a Taliban gunman for advocating education for girls in 2012.

Precise details of her itinerary have been "kept secret in view of the sensitivity surrounding the visit," a government official said of the trip, which is expected to last four days and include a meeting with Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi.

<a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/south-asia/al-qaeda-has-been-dismantled-claims-pakistan-military-126898">Al-Qaeda has been 'dismantled', claims Pakistan military</a>

Pakistan's military on Wednesday claimed that the terrorist organisation, the Al-Qaeda has been "dismantled".

Pakistan military spokesperson Major General Asif Ghafoor said the Al-Qaeda threat would have reached India had Pakistan not dismantled the terrorist organisation.

<a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/sports/ball-tampering-cricket-australia-loses-major-sponsor-126896">Ball tampering: Cricket Australia loses </a><a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/sports/ball-tampering-cricket-australia-loses-major-sponsor-126896">major</a><a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/sports/ball-tampering-cricket-australia-loses-major-sponsor-126896"> sponsor</a>

Wealth-management company Magellan has terminated its three-year sponsorship agreement with Cricket Australia in response to the ball-tampering scandal.

Magellan's co-founder and chief executive Hamish Douglass said the ball-tampering in South Africa was "so inconsistent with our values that we are left with no option but to terminate our ongoing partnership with Cricket Australia".

Donald Trump sacks Veterans Affairs Secretary, nominates White House doctor to replace him US President Donald Trump announced another change to his cabinet on Wednesday by sacking embattled Veterans Affairs Secretary David Shulkin and nominating White House doctor Ronny Jackson as his successor. "I am pleased to announce that I intend to nominate highly respected Admiral Ronny L. Jackson, MD, as the new Secretary of Veterans Affairs," said Trump, who has also replaced his secretary of state and national security advisor in the last month. Facebook overhauls privacy settings to try and give users more control over their info Facebook on Wednesday launched a fresh effort to quell the firestorm over the hijacking of personal data, unveiling new privacy tools and settings to give users more control over how their information is shared. The new features follow fierce criticism of the social network giant after it was revealed that the personal data of tens of millions of users was harvested by a British firm linked to Donald Trump's 2016 presidential campaign. Itinerary 'kept secret' but Malala returns to Pakistan six years after she was shot by Taliban Nobel peace laureate Malala Yousafzai returned to Pakistan on Thursday, officials said, in her first visit to her native country since she was shot in the head by a Taliban gunman for advocating education for girls in 2012. Precise details of her itinerary have been "kept secret in view of the sensitivity surrounding the visit," a government official said of the trip, which is expected to last four days and include a meeting with Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi. Al-Qaeda has been 'dismantled', claims Pakistan military Pakistan's military on Wednesday claimed that the terrorist organisation, the Al-Qaeda has been "dismantled". Pakistan military spokesperson Major General Asif Ghafoor said the Al-Qaeda threat would have reached India had Pakistan not dismantled the terrorist organisation. Ball tampering: Cricket Australia loses major sponsor Wealth-management company Magellan has terminated its three-year sponsorship agreement with Cricket Australia in response to the ball-tampering scandal. Magellan's co-founder and chief executive Hamish Douglass said the ball-tampering in South Africa was "so inconsistent with our values that we are left with no option but to terminate our ongoing partnership with Cricket Australia".

News brief: Big stories of the day

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/jk-security-forces-open-fire-on-terrorists-in-pulwama-after-weapon-snatching-incident-35978" target="_blank">J&amp;K: Security forces open fire on terrorists in Pulwama after weapon snatching incident, 2 killed</a>

At least two terrorists have been killed in an encounter with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir&#39;s&nbsp;Pulwama district.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/pedestrian-bridge-collapses-in-florida-4-dead-35967" target="_blank">Pedestrian bridge collapses in Florida, 4 dead</a>

Four people were killed and at least 10 injured after a bridge collapsed in Miami. The newly erected 950-ton bridge pedestrian bridge spanned several lanes of traffic&nbsp;at Florida International University.&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/there-were-disappearingsindhisin-pakistan-35968" target="_blank">Pakistan creating fear among Sindhis due to CPEC: Pak activist to UNHRC</a>

In yet another revelation of suppression of minorities in Pakistan, Dr H Bhutto while addressing the United Nations Human Rights Commission said that Sindhis are &quot;disappearing&quot;&nbsp;in Pakistan.&nbsp;He added that attempts were being made to create&nbsp;fear among Sindhis.&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/2-killed-7-injured-in-house-explosion-in-pakistans-balochistan-province-35982" target="_blank">2 killed, 7 injured in house explosion in Pakistan&#39;s Balochistan province</a>

At least two persons were killed and seven others injured in an explosion in a house in Kila Saifullah district of Pakistan&#39;s restive Balochistan province, police said Friday.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/queen-gives-formal-consent-for-grandson-harry-to-marry-meghan-markle-35963" target="_blank">Queen gives formal consent for grandson Harry to marry Meghan Markle</a>

Britain&#39;s Queen Elizabeth has formally given her permission for her &quot;dearly beloved&quot; grandson Prince Harry to marry his US fiancee&nbsp;Meghan&nbsp;Markle.

J&K: Security forces open fire on terrorists in Pulwama after weapon snatching incident, 2 killed At least two terrorists have been killed in an encounter with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama district. Pedestrian bridge collapses in Florida, 4 dead Four people were killed and at least 10 injured after a bridge collapsed in Miami. The newly erected 950-ton bridge pedestrian bridge spanned several lanes of traffic at Florida International University. Pakistan creating fear among Sindhis due to CPEC: Pak activist to UNHRC In yet another revelation of suppression of minorities in Pakistan, Dr H Bhutto while addressing the United Nations Human Rights Commission said that Sindhis are "disappearing" in Pakistan. He added that attempts were being made to create fear among Sindhis. 2 killed, 7 injured in house explosion in Pakistan's Balochistan province At least two persons were killed and seven others injured in an explosion in a house in Kila Saifullah district of Pakistan's restive Balochistan province, police said Friday. Queen gives formal consent for grandson Harry to marry Meghan Markle Britain's Queen Elizabeth has formally given her permission for her "dearly beloved" grandson Prince Harry to marry his US fiancee Meghan Markle.

WION Morning News brief, March 16, 2018

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/after-firing-one-trump-on-collision-course-with-new-fbi-director-31533" target="_blank">After firing one, Trump on collision course with new FBI director</a>

FBI Director Christopher Wray was hand-picked by Donald Trump to head a law enforcement agency the US president believed was biased against him.

Now, just six months into his tenure, the 50-year-old Wray finds himself on a collision course with a president who has already fired one FBI director.

CNN reported Thursday that Wray could quit if Trump goes ahead and approves the release of a secret memo at the center of a political firestorm in Washington.

 
<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/fidel-castros-eldest-son-commits-suicide-cuban-media-31534" target="_blank">Fidel Castro&#39;s eldest son commits suicide: Cuban media</a>

The son of late Cuban revolutionary leader Fidel Castro, Fidel Castro Diaz-Balart, committed suicide on Thursday after being treated for months for depression, Cuban state-run media reported.

&quot;Diaz-Balart, who had been attended by a group of doctors for several months due to a state of profound depression, committed suicide this morning,&quot; Cubadebate website said.

 
<a href="http://www.wionews.com/business-economy/apple-says-it-sold-fewer-iphones-but-made-record-profit-31535" target="_blank">Apple says it sold fewer iPhones but made record profit</a>

Apple on Thursday said its earnings in the final three months of last year set new records, with sales of its flagship iPhone X topping its expectations.

The California-based technology giant reported that profit climbed to $20 billion on revenue that increased 13 percent to $88.3 billion during the period.

&quot;We&#39;re thrilled to report the biggest quarter in Apple&#39;s history, with broad-based growth that included the highest revenue ever from a new iPhone lineup,&quot; said Apple chief executive Tim Cook.

 
<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/china-russia-roles-in-americas-alarming-says-rex-tillerson-31537" target="_blank">China, Russia roles in Americas &#39;alarming&#39;, says Rex Tillerson</a>

Secretary of State Rex Tillerson warned that China and Russia are assuming &quot;alarming&quot; roles in Latin America and urged regional powers to work with the United States instead.

&quot;Latin America doesn&#39;t need new imperial powers that seek only to benefit their own people,&quot; Tillerson said, in a major policy address yesterday before his first tour of South American capitals.

&quot;China&#39;s state-led model of development is reminiscent of the past. It doesn&#39;t have to be the hemisphere&#39;s future,&quot; he said, warning that &quot;unfair trading practices&quot; would cost local jobs.

 
<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmar-turns-down-un-security-council-visit-31539" target="_blank">Myanmar turns down UN Security Council visit</a>

Myanmar&#39;s government has told the Security Council that this month was &quot;not the right time&quot; for a visit by the top UN body to see first-hand the Rohingya refugee crisis, the council president said on Thursday.

Kuwait&#39;s Ambassador Mansour al-Otaibi said Myanmar authorities were not opposed to such a visit, which could take place in March or April.

&quot;They just think that this is not the right time for a visit,&quot; Otaibi, who holds the council presidency for February, told reporters at UN headquarters.

After firing one, Trump on collision course with new FBI director FBI Director Christopher Wray was hand-picked by Donald Trump to head a law enforcement agency the US president believed was biased against him. Now, just six months into his tenure, the 50-year-old Wray finds himself on a collision course with a president who has already fired one FBI director. CNN reported Thursday that Wray could quit if Trump goes ahead and approves the release of a secret memo at the center of a political firestorm in Washington. Fidel Castro's eldest son commits suicide: Cuban media The son of late Cuban revolutionary leader Fidel Castro, Fidel Castro Diaz-Balart, committed suicide on Thursday after being treated for months for depression, Cuban state-run media reported. "Diaz-Balart, who had been attended by a group of doctors for several months due to a state of profound depression, committed suicide this morning," Cubadebate website said. Apple says it sold fewer iPhones but made record profit Apple on Thursday said its earnings in the final three months of last year set new records, with sales of its flagship iPhone X topping its expectations. The California-based technology giant reported that profit climbed to $20 billion on revenue that increased 13 percent to $88.3 billion during the period. "We're thrilled to report the biggest quarter in Apple's history, with broad-based growth that included the highest revenue ever from a new iPhone lineup," said Apple chief executive Tim Cook. China, Russia roles in Americas 'alarming', says Rex Tillerson Secretary of State Rex Tillerson warned that China and Russia are assuming "alarming" roles in Latin America and urged regional powers to work with the United States instead. "Latin America doesn't need new imperial powers that seek only to benefit their own people," Tillerson said, in a major policy address yesterday before his first tour of South American capitals. "China's state-led model of development is reminiscent of the past. It doesn't have to be the hemisphere's future," he said, warning that "unfair trading practices" would cost local jobs. Myanmar turns down UN Security Council visit Myanmar's government has told the Security Council that this month was "not the right time" for a visit by the top UN body to see first-hand the Rohingya refugee crisis, the council president said on Thursday. Kuwait's Ambassador Mansour al-Otaibi said Myanmar authorities were not opposed to such a visit, which could take place in March or April. "They just think that this is not the right time for a visit," Otaibi, who holds the council presidency for February, told reporters at UN headquarters.

WION Morning News Brief, February 2, 2018

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-army-chiefs-statement-invitation-for-nuclear-encounter-pakistan-29446">Indian Army chief&#39;s statement &#39;invitation for nuclear encounter&#39;: Pakistan</a>

Pakistan foreign minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif on Saturday issued a nuclear threat to India in response to a statement by Indian army chief General Bipin Rawat saying that the force was ready to call Pakistan&#39;s &quot;nuclear bluff&quot; and cross the border to carry out any operation if asked by the government.

The Pakistan foreign minister called the statement of the Indian Army chief as &quot;very irresponsible&quot; on Twitter and said it amounted to an &quot;invitation for a nuclear encounter&quot;. He also said that the army was &quot;welcome to test our resolve&quot;.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/israel-pm-benjamin-netanyahu-to-arrive-in-india-today-29448">Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu to arrive in India today</a>

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will be visiting India today, six months after PM Modi paid his first-ever visit to Israel.&nbsp;

Netanyahu will be the second Israeli PM to visit India, the first one being Ariel Sharon, who was hosted by then Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee in September 2003.

Netanyahu will arrive for his six-day visit in the afternoon and will be accompanied by a 130-member delegation from various sectors including cyber, agriculture and defence. 
 
<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/six-bodies-recovered-in-pawan-hans-helicopter-crash-29442">Six bodies recovered in Pawan Hans helicopter crash</a>

A Pawan Hans chopper carrying six senior officials and two pilots crashed on the Mumbai coast on Saturday, six bodies have been recovered so far.&nbsp;

Search operations are still on for the one body that is still missing.&nbsp;

&quot;Out of six bodies, five has been identified. The search for one missing is still underway&quot;, a senior police inspector said.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/jk-army-jawan-killed-in-unprovoked-firing-along-loc-29444">J&amp;K: Army soldier killed in unprovoked firing along LoC</a>

An army jawan was killed in an unprovoked firing by Pakistan soldiers along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday.&nbsp;

The firing took place in Jammu and Kashmir&#39;s Rajouri district around 2 pm and lasted for 15 minutes. The Indian army counter-attacked effectively, media reports said.&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/bar-council-of-india-cautions-parties-leaders-against-meddling-with-judiciary-29436">Bar Council of India cautions parties, leaders against meddling with judiciary</a>

The Bar Council of India (BCI) Saturday cautioned the political parties and leaders from taking an &quot;undue advantage&quot; of the situation, following a virtual revolt of four senior Supreme Court judges against the chief justice of India (CJI).

It said the four seniormost judges going public with their differences with the CJI had given an opportunity to the political parties and leaders to interfere in the affairs of the judiciary.

Without taking any name, BCI chairperson Manan Kumar Mishra said, &quot;No political party or leader should take an undue advantage of the situation arising out of the press conference of the four senior Supreme Court judges.&quot;

 
&nbsp;

Indian Army chief's statement 'invitation for nuclear encounter': Pakistan Pakistan foreign minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif on Saturday issued a nuclear threat to India in response to a statement by Indian army chief General Bipin Rawat saying that the force was ready to call Pakistan's "nuclear bluff" and cross the border to carry out any operation if asked by the government. The Pakistan foreign minister called the statement of the Indian Army chief as "very irresponsible" on Twitter and said it amounted to an "invitation for a nuclear encounter". He also said that the army was "welcome to test our resolve". Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu to arrive in India today Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will be visiting India today, six months after PM Modi paid his first-ever visit to Israel. Netanyahu will be the second Israeli PM to visit India, the first one being Ariel Sharon, who was hosted by then Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee in September 2003. Netanyahu will arrive for his six-day visit in the afternoon and will be accompanied by a 130-member delegation from various sectors including cyber, agriculture and defence. Six bodies recovered in Pawan Hans helicopter crash A Pawan Hans chopper carrying six senior officials and two pilots crashed on the Mumbai coast on Saturday, six bodies have been recovered so far. Search operations are still on for the one body that is still missing. "Out of six bodies, five has been identified. The search for one missing is still underway", a senior police inspector said. J&K: Army soldier killed in unprovoked firing along LoC An army jawan was killed in an unprovoked firing by Pakistan soldiers along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday. The firing took place in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district around 2 pm and lasted for 15 minutes. The Indian army counter-attacked effectively, media reports said. Bar Council of India cautions parties, leaders against meddling with judiciary The Bar Council of India (BCI) Saturday cautioned the political parties and leaders from taking an "undue advantage" of the situation, following a virtual revolt of four senior Supreme Court judges against the chief justice of India (CJI). It said the four seniormost judges going public with their differences with the CJI had given an opportunity to the political parties and leaders to interfere in the affairs of the judiciary. Without taking any name, BCI chairperson Manan Kumar Mishra said, "No political party or leader should take an undue advantage of the situation arising out of the press conference of the four senior Supreme Court judges."

WION morning news brief, January 14, 2018

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/54-african-countries-demand-trump-apology-over-shithole-remark-29377">54 African countries demand Trump apology over &#39;shithole&#39; remark</a>

A group of &quot;extremely appalled&quot; African countries demanded Friday that US President Donald Trump retract and apologise for his reported denunciation of immigration from &quot;shithole&quot; nations.

After an emergency session to weigh Trump&#39;s remarks, the group of African ambassadors to the United Nations said it was &quot;concerned at the continuing and growing trend from the US administration toward Africa and people of African descent to denigrate the continent and people of colour.&quot;&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/us-ambassador-to-panama-resigns-says-he-cannot-work-with-trump-anymore-29373">US ambassador to Panama resigns, says he cannot work with Trump anymore</a>

US Ambassador to Panama John Feeley has resigned, telling the State Department he no longer feels able to serve President Donald Trump.

&quot;As a junior foreign service officer, I signed an oath to serve faithfully the president and his administration in an apolitical fashion, even when I might not agree with certain policies,&quot; Feeley said, according to an excerpt of his resignation letter read to Reuters on Friday.

&quot;My instructors made clear that if I believed I could not do that, I would be honour bound to resign. That time has come.&quot;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-women-score-right-to-watch-mens-soccer-in-stadiums-29381">Saudi women score right to watch men&#39;s soccer in stadiums</a>

Women in black abayas and fluorescent orange vests stood at the gates at King Abdullah Stadium, welcoming people into the family section that, for the first time in Saudi Arabia, allowed women to attend a men&#39;s soccer match.

As the two teams al-Ahli and al-Batin faced each other in the city of Jeddah, women showed up to their first public sporting event in the Kingdom to support the sides with their spouses, children and friends.

The General Sports Authority announced in October that stadiums in Jeddah, Dammam and Riyadh will be set up to accommodate families starting in 2018.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/exam-shows-trump-in-excellent-health-white-house-29376">Exam shows Trump in &#39;excellent health&#39;: White House</a>

Donald Trump&#39;s doctor says he is in excellent health, after the 71-year-old president underwent his first medical examination Friday since taking office, the White House said.

&quot;The president&#39;s physical exam today at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center went exceptionally well,&quot; the doctor, Ronny Jackson, was quoted as saying in a statement released by the White House.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/nepal-17-maoist-ministers-decide-to-quit-government-29378">Nepal: 17 Maoist ministers decide to quit government</a>

Seventeen Maoist ministers in Nepal resigned on Friday, saying it was time for the government to clear the way for a new one, reports said.

All Maoist ministers - 17 (10 cabinet and seven ministers of state) - were divested of their portfolios; they could enjoy some perks but would no longer have control over ministries and so would not be able to use them during elections. Nepali Congress and its allies would be the ones retaining control.

54 African countries demand Trump apology over 'shithole' remark A group of "extremely appalled" African countries demanded Friday that US President Donald Trump retract and apologise for his reported denunciation of immigration from "shithole" nations. After an emergency session to weigh Trump's remarks, the group of African ambassadors to the United Nations said it was "concerned at the continuing and growing trend from the US administration toward Africa and people of African descent to denigrate the continent and people of colour." US ambassador to Panama resigns, says he cannot work with Trump anymore US Ambassador to Panama John Feeley has resigned, telling the State Department he no longer feels able to serve President Donald Trump. "As a junior foreign service officer, I signed an oath to serve faithfully the president and his administration in an apolitical fashion, even when I might not agree with certain policies," Feeley said, according to an excerpt of his resignation letter read to Reuters on Friday. "My instructors made clear that if I believed I could not do that, I would be honour bound to resign. That time has come." Saudi women score right to watch men's soccer in stadiums Women in black abayas and fluorescent orange vests stood at the gates at King Abdullah Stadium, welcoming people into the family section that, for the first time in Saudi Arabia, allowed women to attend a men's soccer match. As the two teams al-Ahli and al-Batin faced each other in the city of Jeddah, women showed up to their first public sporting event in the Kingdom to support the sides with their spouses, children and friends. The General Sports Authority announced in October that stadiums in Jeddah, Dammam and Riyadh will be set up to accommodate families starting in 2018. Exam shows Trump in 'excellent health': White House Donald Trump's doctor says he is in excellent health, after the 71-year-old president underwent his first medical examination Friday since taking office, the White House said. "The president's physical exam today at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center went exceptionally well," the doctor, Ronny Jackson, was quoted as saying in a statement released by the White House. Nepal: 17 Maoist ministers decide to quit government Seventeen Maoist ministers in Nepal resigned on Friday, saying it was time for the government to clear the way for a new one, reports said. All Maoist ministers - 17 (10 cabinet and seven ministers of state) - were divested of their portfolios; they could enjoy some perks but would no longer have control over ministries and so would not be able to use them during elections. Nepali Congress and its allies would be the ones retaining control.

WION news brief, January 13, 2018

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/we-make-massive-payments-to-pakistan-they-have-to-help-fight-terror-groups-trump-27234">We make massive payments to Pakistan, they have to help fight terror groups: Trump</a>

US President Donald Trump slammed Pakistan while unveiling his national security strategy, even as the administration officials expressed concern over JuD chief Hafiz Saeed running for office in Pakistan next year.

State Department spokesperson Heather Nauert said Saeed was the &quot;mastermind of the Mumbai terrorist attacks&quot; and leader of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), adding, &quot;it is a group the US government considers to be a terror organisation.&quot;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/rohingya-repatriation-to-myanmar-should-be-voluntary-and-dignified-us-27223">Rohingya repatriation to Myanmar should be voluntary and dignified: US</a>

The United States said it would like to see &quot;safe&quot; and &quot;dignified&quot; return of Rohingyas back to Myanmar, insisting &quot;Rohingyas need to be treated well as they decide to return home&quot;.

However, even after nearly four months, Rohingyas continue to flee Myanmar in huge numbers. The UN has estimated over 6,20,000 Rohingyas have already crossed over to Bangladesh with thousands more expected to reach trekking over mountains and through forests and rice fields inundated by monsoon rain.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/entertainment-akshay-kumars-toilet-ek-prem-katha-gets-a-thumbs-up-from-bill-gates-for-being-inspirational-27225">Akshay Kumar&#39;s &#39;Toilet Ek Prem Katha&#39;&nbsp;gets a thumbs up from Bill Gates for being inspirational</a>

Known for his philanthropic work, American business magnate Bill Gates on Tuesday listed out stories of &#39;hope and progress&#39; in 2017 on his Twitter page.&nbsp;

Among inspirational stories from across the world, Gates also mentioned Akshay Kumar&#39;s film Toilet Ek Prem Katha as a film that brought in awareness around sanitation in Indian rural households.&nbsp;

&quot;&quot;Toilet: A Love Story,&rdquo; a Bollywood romance about a newlywed couple, educated audiences about India&rsquo;s sanitation challenge.(sic)&quot; said Gates in his tweet.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-fog-20-trains-delayed-15-cancelled-27228">Delhi fog: 20 trains delayed, 15 </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-fog-20-trains-delayed-15-cancelled-27228">cancelled</a>

Due to decreased visibility or operational reasons, 20 trains in Delhi will arrive late, 15 have been cancelled and two have been rescheduled.

There is no information about any delays or cancellations of flights so far.

The national capital has been experiencing bitter cold since the last few days, leading to cancellation and rescheduling of trains.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/bitcoin-crashes-over-10-per-cent-on-bitstamp-27226">Bitcoin crashes over 10 </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/bitcoin-crashes-over-10-per-cent-on-bitstamp-27226">per cent</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/bitcoin-crashes-over-10-per-cent-on-bitstamp-27226"> on Bitstamp</a>

Bitcoin value crashed by over 10% on Wednesday to touch $15,800 at a cryptocurrency exchange Bitstamp.

&quot;It has since pared some of the losses and is down about 7 per cent in early trade,&quot; noted a Reuters report.

The recent Bitcoin surge overwhelmed investors and financial experts all across the world as the digital currency touched an all-time high soaring at about $19,666 on Sunday, its value has been sliding ever since.&nbsp;

We make massive payments to Pakistan, they have to help fight terror groups: Trump US President Donald Trump slammed Pakistan while unveiling his national security strategy, even as the administration officials expressed concern over JuD chief Hafiz Saeed running for office in Pakistan next year. State Department spokesperson Heather Nauert said Saeed was the "mastermind of the Mumbai terrorist attacks" and leader of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), adding, "it is a group the US government considers to be a terror organisation." Rohingya repatriation to Myanmar should be voluntary and dignified: US The United States said it would like to see "safe" and "dignified" return of Rohingyas back to Myanmar, insisting "Rohingyas need to be treated well as they decide to return home". However, even after nearly four months, Rohingyas continue to flee Myanmar in huge numbers. The UN has estimated over 6,20,000 Rohingyas have already crossed over to Bangladesh with thousands more expected to reach trekking over mountains and through forests and rice fields inundated by monsoon rain. Akshay Kumar's 'Toilet Ek Prem Katha' gets a thumbs up from Bill Gates for being inspirational Known for his philanthropic work, American business magnate Bill Gates on Tuesday listed out stories of 'hope and progress' in 2017 on his Twitter page. Among inspirational stories from across the world, Gates also mentioned Akshay Kumar's film Toilet Ek Prem Katha as a film that brought in awareness around sanitation in Indian rural households. ""Toilet: A Love Story,” a Bollywood romance about a newlywed couple, educated audiences about India’s sanitation challenge.(sic)" said Gates in his tweet. Delhi fog: 20 trains delayed, 15 cancelled Due to decreased visibility or operational reasons, 20 trains in Delhi will arrive late, 15 have been cancelled and two have been rescheduled. There is no information about any delays or cancellations of flights so far. The national capital has been experiencing bitter cold since the last few days, leading to cancellation and rescheduling of trains. Bitcoin crashes over 10 per cent on Bitstamp Bitcoin value crashed by over 10% on Wednesday to touch $15,800 at a cryptocurrency exchange Bitstamp. "It has since pared some of the losses and is down about 7 per cent in early trade," noted a Reuters report. The recent Bitcoin surge overwhelmed investors and financial experts all across the world as the digital currency touched an all-time high soaring at about $19,666 on Sunday, its value has been sliding ever since.

WION morning news brief, December 20, 2017

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/gujarat-elections-2017-live-results-27014">Live Gujarat election leads: BJP: 84| Congress: 80| Others: 2</a>

Majority of exits polls have predicted state elections results to swing in BJP&#39;s favours. BJP&#39;s win in Gujarat and Himachal Pradesh will establish party&#39;s reign over 19 Indian states.&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/2017himachal-pradesh-elections-himachal-poll-live-results-27015">Live Himachal election leads: Congress:10 | BJP:33 | Others:1</a>

The results of the assembly elections in Himachal Pradesh will be announced at 8 am today.&nbsp;The two key opponents in the state are chief minister Virbhadra Singh and BJP chief ministerial candidate Prem Kumar Dhumal

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/gujarat-and-himachal-pradesh-elections-counting-of-votes-begin-bjp-takes-early-lead-in-both-states-27023">Gujarat and Himachal Pradesh elections: Counting of votes begin, BJP takes early lead in both states</a>

Counting of&nbsp;<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/gujarat-elections-2017-live-results-27014">votes for the Gujarat</a>&nbsp;and Himachal Pradesh assembly elections began today amid high security.&nbsp;&nbsp;According to early leads just in, BJP is leading in 52 seats with the Congress close behind leading in 35 seats, others(Independents, small parties) are leading in 2 seats.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/sushil-kumar-sakshi-malik-secure-gold-at-commonwealth-wrestling-championship-27019">Sushil Kumar, Sakshi Malik, Geeta Phogat secure gold at Commonwealth Wrestling Championship</a>

Shortly after double Olympic medalist, Sushil Kumar clinched a gold medal at the Commonwealth Wrestling Championships in Johannesburg, South Africa on Sunday, Olympic medalist Sakshi Malik bagged a gold medal by defeating New Zealand&#39;s Tayla Tuahine Ford in the 62kg women&#39;s freestyle category.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/trump-says-he-wont-fire-russia-meddling-probe-chief-27021">Trump says he won&#39;t fire Russia meddling probe chief</a>

President Donald Trump insisted today he has no plans to fire special counsel Mueller, despite his team&#39;s recent attacks on the credibility of the probe into Russian meddling in the US election.

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Live Gujarat election leads: BJP: 84| Congress: 80| Others: 2 Majority of exits polls have predicted state elections results to swing in BJP's favours. BJP's win in Gujarat and Himachal Pradesh will establish party's reign over 19 Indian states. Live Himachal election leads: Congress:10 | BJP:33 | Others:1 The results of the assembly elections in Himachal Pradesh will be announced at 8 am today. The two key opponents in the state are chief minister Virbhadra Singh and BJP chief ministerial candidate Prem Kumar Dhumal Gujarat and Himachal Pradesh elections: Counting of votes begin, BJP takes early lead in both states Counting of votes for the Gujarat and Himachal Pradesh assembly elections began today amid high security. According to early leads just in, BJP is leading in 52 seats with the Congress close behind leading in 35 seats, others(Independents, small parties) are leading in 2 seats. Sushil Kumar, Sakshi Malik, Geeta Phogat secure gold at Commonwealth Wrestling Championship Shortly after double Olympic medalist, Sushil Kumar clinched a gold medal at the Commonwealth Wrestling Championships in Johannesburg, South Africa on Sunday, Olympic medalist Sakshi Malik bagged a gold medal by defeating New Zealand's Tayla Tuahine Ford in the 62kg women's freestyle category. Trump says he won't fire Russia meddling probe chief President Donald Trump insisted today he has no plans to fire special counsel Mueller, despite his team's recent attacks on the credibility of the probe into Russian meddling in the US election.

WION Morning News Brief, December 18, 2017

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/cyclone-ockhi-likely-to-weaken-indian-meteorological-department-25709">Cyclone Ockhi likely to weaken: Indian Meteorological Department</a>

Cyclone Ockhi is likely to lose its intensity gradually from Sunday, said the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD).

&quot;The very severe cyclonic storm &#39;Ockhi&#39; over Lakshadweep area and adjoining Southeast Arabian Sea further moved northwestwards with a speed of 15 kmph during past 6 hours and lay centred at 2330 hrs IST of December 2, 2017 over the southeast Arabian Sea near Latitude 11.1&ordm; N and Longitude 69.7&ordm; E, about 330 km west of Amini Divi. The system is very likely to weaken gradually from today the December 3, 2017, morning,&quot; said IMD.

The storm has so far claimed 18 lives and has affected Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Lakshwadeep and neighbouring Sri Lanka.

Kerala and Tamil Nadu have declared compensation to the families of those who died in the storm.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/flynns-actions-during-the-transition-were-lawful-president-trump-25710">Flynn&#39;s actions during the transition &#39;were lawful&#39;: President Trump</a>

US President Donald Trump insisted Saturday that his former national security adviser Michael Flynn had done nothing illegal during the transition.

Flynn pleaded guilty Friday to lying to the FBI about contacts he had with the Russian ambassador. Trump said he fired Flynn because he lied to the vice president and the FBI about those dealings.

&quot;I had to fire General Flynn because he lied to the Vice President and the FBI. He has pled guilty to those lies. It is a shame because his actions during the transition were lawful. There was nothing to hide!&quot;, wrote President Trump on Twitter.&nbsp;

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/manmohan-to-pm-find-more-dignified-ways-to-seek-votes-25699">Manmohan to PM: Find &#39;more dignified ways&#39; to seek votes</a>

In a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, his predecessor Manmohan Singh today said Modi failed to understand the &quot;pains&quot; of his note ban and GST decisions were going to unleash on the people of his own home state.

Calling demonetisation an &quot;uninformed, half-baked crusade&quot; and GST a &quot;badly designed and hastily implemented&quot; measure, Singh also lamented the &quot;low-level rhetoric&quot; used by the ruling party.

&quot;I wish the prime minister would find more dignified ways of impressing upon the crowds and seeking their votes...,&quot; he said.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/south-asia/hafiz-saeed-to-contest-for-general-elections-2018-25703">Hafiz Saeed to contest in Pakistan general elections in 2018</a>

Jamaatud Dawa chief Hafiz Saeed has announced that he would contest the general elections in 2018.&nbsp;

JD(U) chief has reportedly told he would contest on a national assembly seat from the Milli Muslim League (MML), according to Pakistani media reports.

Hafiz Saeed launched MML in August 2017.&nbsp;

The league claims to work to make Pakistan a real Islamic and welfare state

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/us-pulls-out-of-uns-global-compact-on-migration-25714">US pulls out of UN&#39;s Global Compact on Migration</a>

The administration of President Donald Trump has withdrawn the United States from a United Nations pact to improve the handling of migrant and refugee situations, deeming it &quot;inconsistent&quot; with its policies, the US mission to the global body announced Saturday.

&quot;Today, the US Mission to the United Nations informed the UN Secretary-General that the United States is ending its participation in the Global Compact on Migration,&quot; the Americans said in a statement

 
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Cyclone Ockhi likely to weaken: Indian Meteorological Department Cyclone Ockhi is likely to lose its intensity gradually from Sunday, said the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD). "The very severe cyclonic storm 'Ockhi' over Lakshadweep area and adjoining Southeast Arabian Sea further moved northwestwards with a speed of 15 kmph during past 6 hours and lay centred at 2330 hrs IST of December 2, 2017 over the southeast Arabian Sea near Latitude 11.1º N and Longitude 69.7º E, about 330 km west of Amini Divi. The system is very likely to weaken gradually from today the December 3, 2017, morning," said IMD. The storm has so far claimed 18 lives and has affected Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Lakshwadeep and neighbouring Sri Lanka. Kerala and Tamil Nadu have declared compensation to the families of those who died in the storm. Flynn's actions during the transition 'were lawful': President Trump US President Donald Trump insisted Saturday that his former national security adviser Michael Flynn had done nothing illegal during the transition. Flynn pleaded guilty Friday to lying to the FBI about contacts he had with the Russian ambassador. Trump said he fired Flynn because he lied to the vice president and the FBI about those dealings. "I had to fire General Flynn because he lied to the Vice President and the FBI. He has pled guilty to those lies. It is a shame because his actions during the transition were lawful. There was nothing to hide!", wrote President Trump on Twitter. Manmohan to PM: Find 'more dignified ways' to seek votes In a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, his predecessor Manmohan Singh today said Modi failed to understand the "pains" of his note ban and GST decisions were going to unleash on the people of his own home state. Calling demonetisation an "uninformed, half-baked crusade" and GST a "badly designed and hastily implemented" measure, Singh also lamented the "low-level rhetoric" used by the ruling party. "I wish the prime minister would find more dignified ways of impressing upon the crowds and seeking their votes...," he said. Hafiz Saeed to contest in Pakistan general elections in 2018 Jamaatud Dawa chief Hafiz Saeed has announced that he would contest the general elections in 2018. JD(U) chief has reportedly told he would contest on a national assembly seat from the Milli Muslim League (MML), according to Pakistani media reports. Hafiz Saeed launched MML in August 2017. The league claims to work to make Pakistan a real Islamic and welfare state US pulls out of UN's Global Compact on Migration The administration of President Donald Trump has withdrawn the United States from a United Nations pact to improve the handling of migrant and refugee situations, deeming it "inconsistent" with its policies, the US mission to the global body announced Saturday. "Today, the US Mission to the United Nations informed the UN Secretary-General that the United States is ending its participation in the Global Compact on Migration," the Americans said in a statement

WION morning news brief, December 3, 2017

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