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In the latest,&nbsp;Alexei Navalny, the incarcerated Russian opposition figure and vocal Kremlin critic, has received an extended prison term of 19 years following a verdict of guilt on a range of fresh allegations. In other news,&nbsp;a Romanian court granted the release of polarizing influencer Andrew Tate and his sibling from house arrest, where they were detained pending trial for human trafficking charges. The pair will now be subjected to judicial supervision, a less stringent form of restriction. In the Indian realm, the country's top court rejected the appeal made by the Muslim side against the Allahabad High Court's decision to authorise the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to conduct a scientific examination of the Gyanvapi mosque complex in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. The highest court endorsed the implementation of a meticulous survey of the Gyanvapi mosque premises in Varanasi.

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Imprisoned Russian opposition politician and Kremlin critic, Alexei Navalny has been sentenced to an additional 19 years in prison after being found guilty on a series of new charges, on Friday (August 4), according to media reports citing his supporters and spokespeople.

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Russia on Friday (August 4) claimed that it thwarted a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-claims-to-thwart-ukrainian-attacks-on-naval-base-in-black-sea-crimean-peninsula-622251">drone attack on its naval base</a>&nbsp;there with two sea drones, but a video shows a moment when a sea drone headed directly towards a Russian ship near the port of Novorossiysk. In that particular region, explosions have been heard overnight.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indias-top-court-dismisses-muslim-plea-challenging-scientific-survey-of-gyanvapi-mosque-622350">India's top court dismisses Muslim plea challenging scientific survey of Gyanvapi mosque</a>

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The Supreme Court of India on Friday (August 4) dismissed the Muslim side's plea challenging the Allahabad High Court order of allowing archaeological survey by the ASI of the Gyanvapi mosque in Varanasi city of Uttar Pradesh.&nbsp;The&nbsp;apex court permitted&nbsp;a scientific survey&nbsp;of the Gyanvapi mosque compound in Varanasi.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-erases-tariffs-on-australian-barley-amid-easing-of-trade-tensions-622247">China erases tariffs on Australian barley amid easing of trade tensions</a>

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China’s Ministry of Commerce said on Friday (August 4) that it will start dropping import restrictions on Australian barley from Saturday.&nbsp;

Anti-dumping and anti-subsidy tariffs on Australian barley were in place for the last three years, reported Reuters. The restrictions affected bilateral trade worth billions of dollars.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmar-junta-airstrike-targeted-at-terrorists-killed-at-least-25-children-including-infants-622420">Myanmar Junta airstrike targeted at 'terrorists' killed at least 25 children, including infants</a>

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In an assault that took place on April 11, 2023, in Myanmar's Pa Zi Gyi village,&nbsp;the military Junta used&nbsp;helicopter gunships and fighter jets to rain down fire and bombs on a village festivity, asserting their intent to target "terrorists."

However, amidst the casualties on that day, marking the most lethal strike by junta forces against non-combatants since its takeover two years ago, numerous women and children lost their lives, including a child as young as six months old

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/romania-court-releases-andrew-tate-from-house-arrest-622346">Romanian court releases controversial influencer Andrew Tate from house arrest</a>

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A Romanian court, on Friday (August 4) released controversial influencer Andrew Tate and his brother from house arrest where they were awaiting trial on charges of human trafficking. The duo will now be placed under judicial control, a lighter restrictive measure.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ethiopia-declares-state-of-emergency-after-clashes-in-amhara-region-622397">Ethiopia declares state of emergency after clashes in Amhara region</a>

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The Ethiopian government, on Friday (August 4), declared a state of emergency after clashes in the country’s Amhara region. The decision by the country’s Council of Ministers comes as regional authorities pleaded for help as clashes intensified between regional forces and the military over the last few days.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/palestinian-teen-killed-by-israeli-army-during-west-bank-raid-un-warns-about-rise-in-settler-incidents-622427">Palestinian teen killed by Israeli army during West Bank raid; UN warns about rise in settler ‘incidents’</a>

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Israeli forces shot and killed a Palestinian teenager, early Friday (August 4), during a pre-dawn raid into the occupied West Bank, reported the Palestinian media and the Palestinian health ministry. This comes as tensions have remained high in the region with the Israeli army conducting&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/six-palestinians-killed-during-israel-military-raid-in-west-bank-569806">near-nightly raids</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/middle-east/israel-four-injured-in-shooting-incident-in-maale-adumim-suspect-shot-dead-621429">deadly</a>&nbsp;Palestinian attacks on Israel.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/superconductor-claims-spark-investor-frenzy-but-scientists-are-skeptical-622456">Superconductor claims spark investor frenzy, but scientists are skeptical</a>

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Last week, two papers by South Korean scientists made an extraordinary claim that sparked a social media frenzy and pushed up prices of some stocks in China and South Korea: the discovery of a practical superconductor.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indias-supreme-court-stays-conviction-of-rahul-gandhi-in-modi-surname-remark-case-622306">India’s Supreme Court stays conviction of Rahul Gandhi in 'Modi surname' criminal defamation case</a>

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India’s Supreme Court, in its interim order, placed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s conviction on hold in the criminal defamation case over the 'Modi surname' remark on Friday (August 4).

In its verdict, the apex court said, “There is no doubt that utterances are not in good taste, person in public life is expected to exercise caution while making public speeches.” The court accepted his affidavit in the contempt petition and observed that Gandhi ought to have been more careful.

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In the latest, Alexei Navalny, the incarcerated Russian opposition figure and vocal Kremlin critic, has received an extended prison term of 19 years following a verdict of guilt on a range of fresh allegations.

In the latest, Alexei Navalny, the incarcerated Russian opposition figure and vocal Kremlin critic, has received an extended prison term of 19 years following a verdict of guilt on a range of fresh allegations. In other news, a Romanian court granted the release of polarizing influencer Andrew Tate and his sibling from house arrest, where they were detained pending trial for human trafficking charges. The pair will now be subjected to judicial supervision, a less stringent form of restriction. In the Indian realm, the country's top court rejected the appeal made by the Muslim side against the Allahabad High Court's decision to authorise the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to conduct a scientific examination of the Gyanvapi mosque complex in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. The highest court endorsed the implementation of a meticulous survey of the Gyanvapi mosque premises in Varanasi. Click on the headlines to read more. Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny jailed for 19 more years on series of new charges Imprisoned Russian opposition politician and Kremlin critic, Alexei Navalny has been sentenced to an additional 19 years in prison after being found guilty on a series of new charges, on Friday (August 4), according to media reports citing his supporters and spokespeople. Watch I Video shows Russian warship being towed after sea drone attack by Ukraine Russia on Friday (August 4) claimed that it thwarted a drone attack on its naval base there with two sea drones, but a video shows a moment when a sea drone headed directly towards a Russian ship near the port of Novorossiysk. In that particular region, explosions have been heard overnight. India's top court dismisses Muslim plea challenging scientific survey of Gyanvapi mosque The Supreme Court of India on Friday (August 4) dismissed the Muslim side's plea challenging the Allahabad High Court order of allowing archaeological survey by the ASI of the Gyanvapi mosque in Varanasi city of Uttar Pradesh. The apex court permitted a scientific survey of the Gyanvapi mosque compound in Varanasi. China erases tariffs on Australian barley amid easing of trade tensions China’s Ministry of Commerce said on Friday (August 4) that it will start dropping import restrictions on Australian barley from Saturday. Anti-dumping and anti-subsidy tariffs on Australian barley were in place for the last three years, reported Reuters. The restrictions affected bilateral trade worth billions of dollars. Myanmar Junta airstrike targeted at 'terrorists' killed at least 25 children, including infants In an assault that took place on April 11, 2023, in Myanmar's Pa Zi Gyi village, the military Junta used helicopter gunships and fighter jets to rain down fire and bombs on a village festivity, asserting their intent to target "terrorists." However, amidst the casualties on that day, marking the most lethal strike by junta forces against non-combatants since its takeover two years ago, numerous women and children lost their lives, including a child as young as six months old Romanian court releases controversial influencer Andrew Tate from house arrest A Romanian court, on Friday (August 4) released controversial influencer Andrew Tate and his brother from house arrest where they were awaiting trial on charges of human trafficking. The duo will now be placed under judicial control, a lighter restrictive measure. Ethiopia declares state of emergency after clashes in Amhara region The Ethiopian government, on Friday (August 4), declared a state of emergency after clashes in the country’s Amhara region. The decision by the country’s Council of Ministers comes as regional authorities pleaded for help as clashes intensified between regional forces and the military over the last few days. Palestinian teen killed by Israeli army during West Bank raid; UN warns about rise in settler ‘incidents’ Israeli forces shot and killed a Palestinian teenager, early Friday (August 4), during a pre-dawn raid into the occupied West Bank, reported the Palestinian media and the Palestinian health ministry. This comes as tensions have remained high in the region with the Israeli army conducting near-nightly raids and deadly Palestinian attacks on Israel. Superconductor claims spark investor frenzy, but scientists are skeptical Last week, two papers by South Korean scientists made an extraordinary claim that sparked a social media frenzy and pushed up prices of some stocks in China and South Korea: the discovery of a practical superconductor. India’s Supreme Court stays conviction of Rahul Gandhi in 'Modi surname' criminal defamation case India’s Supreme Court, in its interim order, placed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s conviction on hold in the criminal defamation case over the 'Modi surname' remark on Friday (August 4). In its verdict, the apex court said, “There is no doubt that utterances are not in good taste, person in public life is expected to exercise caution while making public speeches.” The court accepted his affidavit in the contempt petition and observed that Gandhi ought to have been more careful.

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A stabbing incident in a South Korean town on Thursday (August 3) left at least one person dead, and over a dozen injured, news agency Reuters reported. Police and local media reported that a man rammed his car into passers-by, he then jumped out of the vehicle and went on a stabbing spree. The incident took place near the Seohyeon subway station in Bundang, which is about 20 kilometres southeast of Seoul. In other news, Donald Trump is expected to appear in court over charges of conspiring to overturn the 2020 election due to which the security has been heightened outside the courthouse.

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As Donald Trump is expected to appear in court over charges of conspiring to overturn the 2020 election, anti-Trump demonstrators have gathered outside of the court.

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Police and local media reported that a man rammed his car into passers-by, he then jumped out of the vehicle and went on a stabbing spree.&nbsp;The incident took place near the Seohyeon subway station in Bundang, which is about 20 kilometres southeast of Seoul.&nbsp;The National Police Agency told news agency AFP that the suspect "had been arrested at the scene". The police told Yonhap that when the suspect was detained, he made some "incomprehensible statements". &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-forces-failed-to-make-headway-along-front-lines-claims-ukraine-after-a-night-of-drone-attacks-621946">Russian forces failed to make headway along frontlines, claims Ukraine</a>

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Ukrainian officials on Wednesday (August 2) said that no headway was made by Russian forces along the frontlines, but added that they are entrenched in heavily mined areas they control which has made it difficult for the troops of Kyiv to move east and south.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Russian forces fighting on the frontline stated that they have repelled 12 Ukrainian attacks in the Donetsk region, which has remained a focal point of Russian advances for months. The majority of Russian military activity focused on air attacks which damaged grain infrastructure in the Danube port of Izmail, Ukraine.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-facebook-youtube-pushing-harmful-misogynistic-trends-like-yoni-pearls-to-kenyan-women-622035">Big tech profiteering off of harmful 'misogynistic' trends like 'yoni pearls'</a>

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In a patriarchal society, a woman's worth has long been attached to her vagina and its "purity". This obsession has, for years, given way to harmful methods to maintain the so-called purity.&nbsp;The latest fad in this problematic trend are 'yoni pearls' and as per a report by the Guardian, social media giants Meta, YouTube, and Google are profiting from posts promoting these useless and harmful 'health products' to women in Kenya.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/gyanvapi-mosque-case-muslims-approach-indias-top-court-to-contest-ruling-allowing-asi-survey-622014">Gyanvapi mosque: Muslims move India's top court against archeological survey</a>

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Following the decision by the Allahabad High Court to allow an archeological survey of the Gyanvapi mosque in north Indian city of Varanasi, the Muslim party involved is taking the matter to the Supreme Court.&nbsp;The case revolves around the question whether there is a Shivling, a holy structure for Hindus, in the mosque compound. A group of Hindu petitioners had sought, and got permission from the lower court, to conduct a survey by Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), that will help determine if the structure is indeed a Shivling, or a fountain as the Muslim side claims.

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Lionel Messi’s arrival in Major League Soccer (MLS) has transformed American football like never before. The World Cup-winning star with Argentina, Messi, joined the MLS side Inter Miami on a free transfer this summer following a fallout with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) earlier in April. Upon making his debut with the American side in July, the seven-time Ballon d'Or winner (in three matches) scored five goals, including two braces, resulting&nbsp;in&nbsp;three wins.

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British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's mansion was covered with black fabric by activists from Greenpeace on Thursday (August 3) protesting against fossil fuel licenses.&nbsp;The activists climbed onto the roof of Sunak's mansion in Yorkshire, calling it a protest for his support of a "major expansion of&nbsp;North Sea oil and gas drilling", they were later arrested.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/third-drug-trafficking-convict-executed-in-singapore-in-less-than-a-week-621999">Third drug trafficking convict executed in Singapore in less than a week</a>

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Singapore has carried out its third hanging in just over a week, executing a 39-year-old man who had been charged with trafficking&nbsp;heroin. This comes just days after the first execution in nearly 20 years of a woman convict.&nbsp;The execution has ignited debates over the country's strict anti-drug laws and its stance on capital punishment.

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Warner Bros Discovery David Zaslav has said that the ongoing double strike has resulted in approximately $100 million in savings for the studio, reported Variety. This revelation was made during the latest earnings call for the company, where Zaslav highlighted the cost-cutting benefits of production shutdowns across his studio. By not compensating actors and writers for their work, the company seems to be capitalising on the opportunity to retain the money for itself. The Writers Guild of America initiated the strike about three months ago on July 2, raising concerns about fair payment for their labor in the industry. Last month, on July 14, SAG-AFTRA joined the strike, making it a double strike.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/bill-to-replace-delhi-services-ordinance-passed-in-lok-sabha-622059">Lok Sabha passes bill to replace ordinance for control of services in Delhi</a>

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Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Bill, 2023, was passed in Lok Sabha on Thursday. The bill, which will replace the ordinance for control of services in Delhi, will provide the Central Government with the authority to make rules in relation to the affairs of the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi which include the functions, terms and other conditions of service of officers and employees.&nbsp;

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A stabbing incident in a South Korean town on Thursday (August 3) left at least one person dead, and over a dozen injured, news agency Reuters reported. Police and local media reported that a man rammed his car into passers-by, he then jumped out of the vehicle and went on a stabbing spree.

A stabbing incident in a South Korean town on Thursday (August 3) left at least one person dead, and over a dozen injured, news agency Reuters reported. Police and local media reported that a man rammed his car into passers-by, he then jumped out of the vehicle and went on a stabbing spree. The incident took place near the Seohyeon subway station in Bundang, which is about 20 kilometres southeast of Seoul. In other news, Donald Trump is expected to appear in court over charges of conspiring to overturn the 2020 election due to which the security has been heightened outside the courthouse. Click on the headlines to read more. LIVE: Trump claims 'unprecedented weaponisation' of justice system As Donald Trump is expected to appear in court over charges of conspiring to overturn the 2020 election, anti-Trump demonstrators have gathered outside of the court. Follow live updates here South Korea: 'One dead' and several injured in stabbing incident near Seoul Police and local media reported that a man rammed his car into passers-by, he then jumped out of the vehicle and went on a stabbing spree. The incident took place near the Seohyeon subway station in Bundang, which is about 20 kilometres southeast of Seoul. The National Police Agency told news agency AFP that the suspect "had been arrested at the scene". The police told Yonhap that when the suspect was detained, he made some "incomprehensible statements". Russian forces failed to make headway along frontlines, claims Ukraine Ukrainian officials on Wednesday (August 2) said that no headway was made by Russian forces along the frontlines, but added that they are entrenched in heavily mined areas they control which has made it difficult for the troops of Kyiv to move east and south. Meanwhile, Russian forces fighting on the frontline stated that they have repelled 12 Ukrainian attacks in the Donetsk region, which has remained a focal point of Russian advances for months. The majority of Russian military activity focused on air attacks which damaged grain infrastructure in the Danube port of Izmail, Ukraine. Big tech profiteering off of harmful 'misogynistic' trends like 'yoni pearls' In a patriarchal society, a woman's worth has long been attached to her vagina and its "purity". This obsession has, for years, given way to harmful methods to maintain the so-called purity. The latest fad in this problematic trend are 'yoni pearls' and as per a report by the Guardian, social media giants Meta, YouTube, and Google are profiting from posts promoting these useless and harmful 'health products' to women in Kenya. Gyanvapi mosque: Muslims move India's top court against archeological survey Following the decision by the Allahabad High Court to allow an archeological survey of the Gyanvapi mosque in north Indian city of Varanasi, the Muslim party involved is taking the matter to the Supreme Court. The case revolves around the question whether there is a Shivling, a holy structure for Hindus, in the mosque compound. A group of Hindu petitioners had sought, and got permission from the lower court, to conduct a survey by Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), that will help determine if the structure is indeed a Shivling, or a fountain as the Muslim side claims. EXCLUSIVE - 'Messi's arrival in MLS has taken American football by storm' Lionel Messi’s arrival in Major League Soccer (MLS) has transformed American football like never before. The World Cup-winning star with Argentina, Messi, joined the MLS side Inter Miami on a free transfer this summer following a fallout with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) earlier in April. Upon making his debut with the American side in July, the seven-time Ballon d'Or winner (in three matches) scored five goals, including two braces, resulting in three wins. WATCH I Protesters cover UK PM Rishi Sunak's mansion with black sheets over fossil fuel licenses, arrested British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's mansion was covered with black fabric by activists from Greenpeace on Thursday (August 3) protesting against fossil fuel licenses. The activists climbed onto the roof of Sunak's mansion in Yorkshire, calling it a protest for his support of a "major expansion of North Sea oil and gas drilling", they were later arrested. Third drug trafficking convict executed in Singapore in less than a week Singapore has carried out its third hanging in just over a week, executing a 39-year-old man who had been charged with trafficking heroin. This comes just days after the first execution in nearly 20 years of a woman convict. The execution has ignited debates over the country's strict anti-drug laws and its stance on capital punishment. Warner Bros Discovery CEO reveals $100m savings due to Hollywood strikes Warner Bros Discovery David Zaslav has said that the ongoing double strike has resulted in approximately $100 million in savings for the studio, reported Variety. This revelation was made during the latest earnings call for the company, where Zaslav highlighted the cost-cutting benefits of production shutdowns across his studio. By not compensating actors and writers for their work, the company seems to be capitalising on the opportunity to retain the money for itself. The Writers Guild of America initiated the strike about three months ago on July 2, raising concerns about fair payment for their labor in the industry. Last month, on July 14, SAG-AFTRA joined the strike, making it a double strike. Lok Sabha passes bill to replace ordinance for control of services in Delhi Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Bill, 2023, was passed in Lok Sabha on Thursday. The bill, which will replace the ordinance for control of services in Delhi, will provide the Central Government with the authority to make rules in relation to the affairs of the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi which include the functions, terms and other conditions of service of officers and employees.

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The Italian parliament has approved a controversial bill that criminalises the act of going abroad to have children through surrogacy.

The measure, which has been heavily criticised, aims to target Italians engaging in surrogacy and could result in hefty fines of over&nbsp;$1 million and jail sentences of up to two years for offenders, as reported by the Guardian.

<h2>Surrogacy and IVF restrictions</h2>

Surrogacy is already illegal in Italy, and in-vitro fertilisation (IVF) is only accessible to heterosexual couples.

The new legislation seeks to extend the ban on surrogacy to include those seeking the procedure outside of the country.

The initiative was a key policy of the Brothers of Italy party, led by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, and supported by her far-right coalition partner, the League.

<h2>Approval process and backlash</h2>

Although the bill has passed in the chamber of deputies with 166 votes in favour and 109 against, it still needs approval in the Italian Senate before becoming law.

The measure has faced strong opposition from critics, who view it as an unjust infringement on personal reproductive choices.

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<h2>Defending women and children</h2>

Eugenia Roccella, Italian Minister for Equal Opportunities and Family, praised the bill, stating that it puts Italy at the forefront of protecting women and children internationally. She hopes that this move will initiate a global debate on surrogacy and eventually lead to its abolition.

<h2>Majority of surrogacy seekers are heterosexual</h2>

The majority of Italians seeking surrogacy abroad are believed to be heterosexual couples, with many choosing to keep the practice clandestine.

Meanwhile, same-sex parents have faced harsh treatment under Meloni's government, with local authorities being forced to cease registering their children.

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<h2>Controversy surrounding the bill</h2>

Critics argue that the government's focus on enacting easier policies, like the surrogacy ban, distracts from more pressing issues plaguing Italy, such as economic challenges and natural disasters. Some politicians have labelled the bill a "legal disgrace" and question its practicality.

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Opponents argue that the legislation puts Italy at odds with other countries, as no European citizen should be convicted of an action that is not considered a crime either in the country where it takes place or under international agreements. The LGBTQ+ community in Italy fears that the Meloni government's policies could erode the rights they have gained thus far, given her outspoken views against same-sex parenting and LGBTQ+ rights.

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The Italian parliament has approved a controversial bill that criminalises the act of going abroad to have children through surrogacy. The measure, which has been heavily criticised, aims to target Italians engaging in surrogacy and could result in hefty fines of over $1 million and jail sentences of up to two years for offenders, as reported by the Guardian.

The Italian parliament has approved a controversial bill that criminalises the act of going abroad to have children through surrogacy. The measure, which has been heavily criticised, aims to target Italians engaging in surrogacy and could result in hefty fines of over $1 million and jail sentences of up to two years for offenders, as reported by the Guardian. Surrogacy and IVF restrictions Surrogacy is already illegal in Italy, and in-vitro fertilisation (IVF) is only accessible to heterosexual couples. The new legislation seeks to extend the ban on surrogacy to include those seeking the procedure outside of the country. The initiative was a key policy of the Brothers of Italy party, led by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, and supported by her far-right coalition partner, the League. Approval process and backlash Although the bill has passed in the chamber of deputies with 166 votes in favour and 109 against, it still needs approval in the Italian Senate before becoming law. The measure has faced strong opposition from critics, who view it as an unjust infringement on personal reproductive choices. Also watch | Italy hit by raging wildfires & violent storms at the same time | WION Climate Tracker Defending women and children Eugenia Roccella, Italian Minister for Equal Opportunities and Family, praised the bill, stating that it puts Italy at the forefront of protecting women and children internationally. She hopes that this move will initiate a global debate on surrogacy and eventually lead to its abolition. Majority of surrogacy seekers are heterosexual The majority of Italians seeking surrogacy abroad are believed to be heterosexual couples, with many choosing to keep the practice clandestine. Meanwhile, same-sex parents have faced harsh treatment under Meloni's government, with local authorities being forced to cease registering their children. Also read | Italy: Palermo airport partially reopens after closure due to wildfires Controversy surrounding the bill Critics argue that the government's focus on enacting easier policies, like the surrogacy ban, distracts from more pressing issues plaguing Italy, such as economic challenges and natural disasters. Some politicians have labelled the bill a "legal disgrace" and question its practicality. International discrepancies and LGBTQ+ concerns Opponents argue that the legislation puts Italy at odds with other countries, as no European citizen should be convicted of an action that is not considered a crime either in the country where it takes place or under international agreements. The LGBTQ+ community in Italy fears that the Meloni government's policies could erode the rights they have gained thus far, given her outspoken views against same-sex parenting and LGBTQ+ rights. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Ukrainian forces have begun using cluster munitions provided by the US to target Russian troops and disrupt their positions. This comes as tensions escalated after Russia withdrew from a Black Sea grain deal that had allowed safe passage for Ukrainian grain exports. This withdrawal caused a significant surge in global wheat prices.&nbsp;

In India news, during the opening session of the Parliament's monsoon session, there was chaos as the debate centered on the Manipur crisis. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the violence and condemned the appalling incident where two women from the Kuki tribe were paraded naked. However, the opposition, led by Congress party lawmaker Mallikarjun Kharge, strongly criticised the government's handling of the situation.

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Ukrainian forces have started the use of US-provided cluster munitions in an attempt to dismantle the positions of the Russian troops, a roadblock to Ukraine's summer offensive, reported The Washington Post citing unnamed Ukrainian officials familiar with the matter.&nbsp;

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After Russia pulled out of the Black Sea grain deal, which allowed the safe passage for Ukrainian grain exports, global wheat prices have exponentially shot up.&nbsp;On Wednesday, wheat prices on the European stock exchange soared by nearly nine per cent from the previous day to $284 per tonne. US wheat futures saw a jump of 8.5 per cent — the highest daily rise since the war broke out in February last year. Similarly, corn prices were up five to four per cent.&nbsp;

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There was pandemonium during the opening session of the Parliament’s monsoon session on Thursday (July 20) when the debate opened about the Manipur crisis. Minutes after Prime Minister Narendra Modi made his first remarks over the violence, condemning the horrific incident of two women from Kuki tribe being paraded naked, the opposition tore into the government, with the Congress party lawmaker Mallikarjun Kharge leading the charge.

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Temperatures soared to almost 47 degrees Celcius in southern Italy on Wednesday (July 19) as factory workers threatened to go on strike over the extreme heat. Heat records were broken in coastal waters around Spain even as wildfires continued to rage in Greece.

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Worsening the relations, Kremlin on Thursday announced restrictions on the movement of British diplomats working in Russia. Moscow said the British workers will have to notify authorities about their movements in advance, according to an AFP report.&nbsp;

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Iraq on Thursday (July 20) cut diplomatic ties with Sweden in response to Swedish authorities allowing protesters to desecrate holy book Quran outside the Iraqi embassy in Stockholm.&nbsp;The government ordered the Swedish ambassador to leave the country and called back its envoy from the capital Stockholm.

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Amid the ongoing chip wars, China's new envoy to the US has issued a warning that Beijing will retaliate if the Biden administration imposes new limits on technology. Ambassador Xie Feng, during the Aspen Security Forum China said his country did not want a trade or technology war but its leaders won't sit on their hands if the US had something up its sleeve once again.&nbsp;

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Ukrainian forces have begun using cluster munitions provided by the US to target Russian troops and disrupt their positions. This comes as tensions escalated after Russia withdrew from a Black Sea grain deal that had allowed safe passage for Ukrainian grain exports.

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Click on the headlines to read more: Ukraine starts firing cluster munitions against Russian forces amid criticism Ukrainian forces have started the use of US-provided cluster munitions in an attempt to dismantle the positions of the Russian troops, a roadblock to Ukraine's summer offensive, reported The Washington Post citing unnamed Ukrainian officials familiar with the matter. Wheat prices rise exponentially after Russia pulls out of Black Sea grain deal After Russia pulled out of the Black Sea grain deal, which allowed the safe passage for Ukrainian grain exports, global wheat prices have exponentially shot up. On Wednesday, wheat prices on the European stock exchange soared by nearly nine per cent from the previous day to $284 per tonne. US wheat futures saw a jump of 8.5 per cent — the highest daily rise since the war broke out in February last year. 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Egypt's President, Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, has granted pardons to human rights researcher Patrick Zaki and lawyer Mohamed el-Baqer, as reported by state-run media.

The pardon was issued on Wednesday (July 19), just a day after Patrick Zaki received a three-year prison sentence for allegedly spreading "false news." The 32-year-old researcher was imprisoned based on an article he wrote that highlighted the discrimination faced by Egypt's Coptic Christian minority, as reported by Al Jazeera.&nbsp;

In addition to Patrick Zaki's pardon, President el-Sisi also granted clemency to lawyer Mohamed el-Baqer, who represents Alaa Abd el-Fattah, Egypt's most prominent political prisoner.

El-Baqer had been detained in 2019 and was subsequently sentenced to four years in prison on charges of disseminating false information, misusing social media, and affiliating with a "terrorist" group.

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The news of the pardons was met with appreciation from human rights activists. Hossam Bahgat, the executive director of the Egyptian Initiative for Personal Rights, which represented Patrick Zaki in court, welcomed the pardon and called for the immediate release of thousands of others detained in Egypt on political grounds.

The US Department of State had earlier expressed concern over Patrick Zaki's sentencing through a tweet and urged for his and other unjustly detained individuals' immediate release.

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<h2>Patrick Zaki's arrest and background</h2>

Patrick Zaki, a graduate student at the University of Bologna, was arrested by Egyptian authorities in February 2020 upon his arrival at Cairo International Airport while visiting his family.

Italy's Prime Minister, Giorgia Meloni, reaffirmed Rome's unwavering commitment to resolving Patrick Zaki's case positively.

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Egypt has recently pardoned numerous detainees following international scrutiny of its human rights record during the hosting of the United Nations climate change summit in November.

Despite these pardons, thousands of political prisoners are believed to remain in Egyptian custody, with many being held without trial.

Meanwhile, the government initiated a "national dialogue" this year to engage with the severely weakened opposition in the wake of a decade of repression following the overthrow of the country's first democratically elected president, Mohamed Morsi.

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Egypt's President, Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, has granted pardons to human rights researcher Patrick Zaki and lawyer Mohamed el-Baqer, as reported by state-run media.

Egypt's President, Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, has granted pardons to human rights researcher Patrick Zaki and lawyer Mohamed el-Baqer, as reported by state-run media. The pardon was issued on Wednesday (July 19), just a day after Patrick Zaki received a three-year prison sentence for allegedly spreading "false news." The 32-year-old researcher was imprisoned based on an article he wrote that highlighted the discrimination faced by Egypt's Coptic Christian minority, as reported by Al Jazeera. In addition to Patrick Zaki's pardon, President el-Sisi also granted clemency to lawyer Mohamed el-Baqer, who represents Alaa Abd el-Fattah, Egypt's most prominent political prisoner. El-Baqer had been detained in 2019 and was subsequently sentenced to four years in prison on charges of disseminating false information, misusing social media, and affiliating with a "terrorist" group. Baqer and Patrick should not have spent one day in jail for their human rights work. We welcome the news of their pardon and call for the immediate release of thousands still detained in Egypt on political grounds — hossam bahgat حسام بهجت (@hossambahgat) July 19, 2023 × Calls for further releases and immediate freedom The news of the pardons was met with appreciation from human rights activists. Hossam Bahgat, the executive director of the Egyptian Initiative for Personal Rights, which represented Patrick Zaki in court, welcomed the pardon and called for the immediate release of thousands of others detained in Egypt on political grounds. The US Department of State had earlier expressed concern over Patrick Zaki's sentencing through a tweet and urged for his and other unjustly detained individuals' immediate release. Also read | Russia says air strikes on Ukrainian ports were retaliation for Crimean Bridge attack Patrick Zaki's arrest and background Patrick Zaki, a graduate student at the University of Bologna, was arrested by Egyptian authorities in February 2020 upon his arrival at Cairo International Airport while visiting his family. Italy's Prime Minister, Giorgia Meloni, reaffirmed Rome's unwavering commitment to resolving Patrick Zaki's case positively. Also watch | Egypt bans Travis Scott's concert after an online campaign Egypt has recently pardoned numerous detainees following international scrutiny of its human rights record during the hosting of the United Nations climate change summit in November. Despite these pardons, thousands of political prisoners are believed to remain in Egyptian custody, with many being held without trial. Meanwhile, the government initiated a "national dialogue" this year to engage with the severely weakened opposition in the wake of a decade of repression following the overthrow of the country's first democratically elected president, Mohamed Morsi. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky struck a conciliatory tone during the press conference with NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg on Wednesday where he thanked US President Joe Biden and other alliance members for their security commitments. On the other hand, Western countries are going to offer Ukraine a long-term security commitment package on Wednesday (July 12) after NATO's rebuff to Ukraine in giving a clear timeline for joining the alliance. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky blasted the alliance just a day ago for not being swift enough on Ukraine's induction. He will now hold talks with NATO's 31 leaders assembled for the summit in Lithuanian capital Vilnius.

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The remarks of Zelensky were in stark contrast to his Tuesday’s statement in which he slammed NATO leaders for failing to provide a specific timeline for Ukraine’s membership. “I can confirm that the results of the summit were good,” Zelensky said. “But if there had been an invitation, they would have been ideal.”

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It is expected that the G7 countries will issue a declaration to assure Zelensky on how they will help Ukraine against Russia and deter any new aggression in future. Zelensky, as he arrived for the summit, had said that he wanted to get on the "same page" with NATO over what were the conditions for joining the alliance.&nbsp;

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Armed Islamist militants launched an attack on a military base in southern Pakistan on Wednesday. The militants were equipped with firearms, hand grenades, and rockets. At least four soldiers lost their lives in the assault, according to statements from the army and security officials.

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China's global ambitions have soared since the start of the 21st Century, decades after the country embarked on a remarkable journey to transform its closed economy into an export-driven economic powerhouse. Much of China's global ambitions hinge on its grand policy -- the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). This policy, formulated in 2013, is an amalgamation of infrastructure projects covering Asia, Europe and Africa.

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The water level in Yamuna rose to its highest-ever mark on Wednesday, breaking a 44-year-old record, said the officials. As per Delhi Flood Control Department officials, the river swelled to 207.48 metres at 12 noon on Wednesday (12 July) and reached 207.55 metres at 1:00 pm. At 3 pm, it was recorded at 207.66 metres, according to Central Water Commission.

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Carlos Alcaraz eased past Italian dark horse Matteo Berrettini, 3-6 6-3 6-3 6-3, on Monday (July 10) to reach the last eight of Wimbledon 2023. While he did lose the opening set, he came to his own in the following ones to dominate proceedings and move ahead in the tournament. Meanwhile, Danish player Holger Rune also lost his first set in his face-off versus Grigor Dimitrov and was pushed to a considerable extent before coming on top, 3-6, 7-6 (8-6), 7-6 (7-4), 6-3, to reach the quarter-finals where he will now face Alcaraz.

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Renowned author Milan Kundera, originally from the Czech Republic and later a French citizen, has peacefully passed away at the age of 94. The demise of this revered icon has left an indescribable void in the hearts of his admirers worldwide. The announcement of his death was made on Wednesday by Czech Television, the public broadcaster of the Czech Republic. Kundera gained immense acclaim for his groundbreaking literary work, particularly his monumental novel, The Unbearable Lightness of Being, published in 1988. Throughout his illustrious career, Kundera fearlessly challenged conventional narrative conventions, delving into the intricate complexities of human existence by skillfully intertwining philosophy, existentialism, and profound introspection.&nbsp;

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An aspiring actor who sought guidance on his career from Kevin Spacey alleges that he awoke to find the famous actor engaging in a sexual act with him after being invited to his apartment, reported the BBC. The final individual in a group of four men who have accused the American actor of sexual assault testified at London's Southwark Crown Court on Monday. The accuser expressed his fear of approaching the authorities, describing the situation as a metaphorical "David and Goliath" battle. The actor, facing 12 charges of sexual offenses between 2001 and 2013, denies all allegations.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-blocks-delivery-of-aids-to-rebel-held-regions-of-syria-after-vetoing-un-vote-614559">Russia blocks delivery of aid to rebel-held regions of Syria after vetoing UN vote</a>

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The United States has accused Russia of "an act of utter cruelty" after Moscow used its veto power at the UN Security Council to block a nine-month renewal of a cross-border aid deal designed to help people living in rebel-held north-west Syria.&nbsp;

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Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky struck a conciliatory tone during the press conference with NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg on Wednesday where he thanked US President Joe Biden and other alliance members for their security commitments.

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky struck a conciliatory tone during the press conference with NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg on Wednesday where he thanked US President Joe Biden and other alliance members for their security commitments. On the other hand, Western countries are going to offer Ukraine a long-term security commitment package on Wednesday (July 12) after NATO's rebuff to Ukraine in giving a clear timeline for joining the alliance. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky blasted the alliance just a day ago for not being swift enough on Ukraine's induction. He will now hold talks with NATO's 31 leaders assembled for the summit in Lithuanian capital Vilnius. Click on the headlines to read more. NATO membership row: Zelensky tones down criticism, but issues warning The remarks of Zelensky were in stark contrast to his Tuesday’s statement in which he slammed NATO leaders for failing to provide a specific timeline for Ukraine’s membership. “I can confirm that the results of the summit were good,” Zelensky said. “But if there had been an invitation, they would have been ideal.” West to offer long-term security commitments to Ukraine after slow progress on its NATO induction It is expected that the G7 countries will issue a declaration to assure Zelensky on how they will help Ukraine against Russia and deter any new aggression in future. Zelensky, as he arrived for the summit, had said that he wanted to get on the "same page" with NATO over what were the conditions for joining the alliance. Militants strike Pakistan military base in Balochistan, four soldiers killed: Army Armed Islamist militants launched an attack on a military base in southern Pakistan on Wednesday. The militants were equipped with firearms, hand grenades, and rockets. At least four soldiers lost their lives in the assault, according to statements from the army and security officials. $23 trillion-plus & counting: Will China's surging local government debt crisis affect its global ambitions? China's global ambitions have soared since the start of the 21st Century, decades after the country embarked on a remarkable journey to transform its closed economy into an export-driven economic powerhouse. Much of China's global ambitions hinge on its grand policy -- the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). This policy, formulated in 2013, is an amalgamation of infrastructure projects covering Asia, Europe and Africa. Flood alert in India's capital Delhi as water level in Yamuna river breaks 45-year record The water level in Yamuna rose to its highest-ever mark on Wednesday, breaking a 44-year-old record, said the officials. As per Delhi Flood Control Department officials, the river swelled to 207.48 metres at 12 noon on Wednesday (12 July) and reached 207.55 metres at 1:00 pm. At 3 pm, it was recorded at 207.66 metres, according to Central Water Commission. Wimbledon 2023: Alcaraz vs Rune tie to create history, first QF in Open Era featuring two U-21 players Carlos Alcaraz eased past Italian dark horse Matteo Berrettini, 3-6 6-3 6-3 6-3, on Monday (July 10) to reach the last eight of Wimbledon 2023. While he did lose the opening set, he came to his own in the following ones to dominate proceedings and move ahead in the tournament. Meanwhile, Danish player Holger Rune also lost his first set in his face-off versus Grigor Dimitrov and was pushed to a considerable extent before coming on top, 3-6, 7-6 (8-6), 7-6 (7-4), 6-3, to reach the quarter-finals where he will now face Alcaraz. Milan Kundera, renowned Czech-French author, dies at 94 Renowned author Milan Kundera, originally from the Czech Republic and later a French citizen, has peacefully passed away at the age of 94. The demise of this revered icon has left an indescribable void in the hearts of his admirers worldwide. The announcement of his death was made on Wednesday by Czech Television, the public broadcaster of the Czech Republic. Kundera gained immense acclaim for his groundbreaking literary work, particularly his monumental novel, The Unbearable Lightness of Being, published in 1988. Throughout his illustrious career, Kundera fearlessly challenged conventional narrative conventions, delving into the intricate complexities of human existence by skillfully intertwining philosophy, existentialism, and profound introspection. NASA marks one year of Webb telescope, posts pic of stars being born NASA marked the completion of one year of humanity's 'eye in the sky' James Webb Space Telescope by posting a spectacular new image of birth of Sun-like stars. The image from NAS is of the Rho Ophiuchi cloud complex. It is the neatest stellar nursery to Earth. Kevin Spacey trial: The actor allegedly drugged and performed a sexual act with a man An aspiring actor who sought guidance on his career from Kevin Spacey alleges that he awoke to find the famous actor engaging in a sexual act with him after being invited to his apartment, reported the BBC. The final individual in a group of four men who have accused the American actor of sexual assault testified at London's Southwark Crown Court on Monday. The accuser expressed his fear of approaching the authorities, describing the situation as a metaphorical "David and Goliath" battle. The actor, facing 12 charges of sexual offenses between 2001 and 2013, denies all allegations. Russia blocks delivery of aid to rebel-held regions of Syria after vetoing UN vote The United States has accused Russia of "an act of utter cruelty" after Moscow used its veto power at the UN Security Council to block a nine-month renewal of a cross-border aid deal designed to help people living in rebel-held north-west Syria.

Top 10 world news: NATO membership row, West to offer long-term security commitments to Ukraine, and more

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Monday released a statement saying that he would only support Sweden's NATO candidacy if the European Union resumes membership talks with Ankara. In business, Taiwanese firm Foxconn on Monday said it was pulling out of joint venture deal with Indian conglomerate Vedanta to set up a semiconductor plant in western Gujarat state. Last year, Vedanta and Foxconn had signed an agreement to invest $19.5 billion to set up semiconductor and display production plants in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s home state, in a bid to help India become a major electronics hub.

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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has been intercepting Sweden's acquisition for months because of what according to him was Stockholm's negligence to clamp down on Kurdish extremists who have been pursuing a bloodstained mutiny against the Turkish state.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/foxconn-pulls-out-of-195bn-semiconductor-plant-in-india-minister-says-wont-impact-fab-goals-613964">Foxconn pulls out of $19.5bn semiconductor plant in India, minister says ‘won’t impact fab goals’</a>

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Last year, Vedanta and Foxconn signed an agreement to invest $19.5 billion to set up semiconductor and display production plants in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s home state, in a bid to help India become a major electronics hub. In a statement on Monday, the company said it working to remove the Foxconn name from the joint venture which is now is a fully-owned entity of Vedanta.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/vladimir-putin-met-wagner-chief-yevgeny-prigozhin-five-days-after-failed-coup-attempt-kremlin-613881">Vladimir Putin met Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin five days after failed coup attempt: Kremlin</a>

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Russian President Vladimir Putin met the Wagner mercenary group’s chief Yevgeny Prigozhin five days after the failed coup attempt, the Kremlin said on Monday. Briefing the reporters, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said that the meeting took place on June 29, in which 35 people were invited, including unit commanders. He further said that the meeting adding that it lasted three hours.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-claims-re-capture-of-14-square-kilometre-territory-within-a-week-613836">Ukraine claims it has taken back 14 square kilometre of territory within a week</a>

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The Ukrainian military said on Monday (July 10) that it had recaptured 14 square kilometres (five square miles) of territory from Russian forces in the south and east of the country over the last week.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/within-24-hours-of-launch-right-wing-billionaire-satanists-joined-threads-report-613941">Within 24 hours of launch, right-wing 'billionaire satanists' joined Threads: Report</a>

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Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, has expressed his intention to prioritise "kindness" in his company's new Threads app. He says, that in contrast to Twitter, which has faced an increase in hate speech and misinformation, Threads is an attempt at creating a friendly and successful platform. However, within days of the platform being launched, right-wing figures have already begun challenging the app's content moderation practices by posting hate speech and misinformation.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mark-rutte-longest-serving-pm-of-netherlands-calls-it-quits-after-govt-collapse-613875">Mark Rutte, longest serving PM of Netherlands, calls it quits after govt collapse</a>

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Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte said on Monday that he will not participate in the upcoming general elections, effectively ending his 17-year-long political career. The decision of Rutte, the longest-serving prime minister of the Netherlands, follows the collapse of his government last week.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/tiktoks-boat-jumping-trend-turns-fatal-kills-four-people-in-alabama-613827">TikTok's ‘boat jumping’ trend turns fatal, kills four people in Alabama</a>

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A new social media challenge, called ‘A boat jumping challenge’, has been luring many people into its clout and also leading to the fatal deaths of some. As per the 'boat jumping challenge’, people are supposed to jump from the rear of the shipping vessels as the boat keeps on moving at a high speed. Such a risky jump has proved to be fatal for many.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russias-top-general-valery-gerasimov-makes-first-public-appearance-since-aborted-wagner-mutiny-613901">Russia’s top general Valery Gerasimov makes first public appearance since aborted Wagner mutiny</a>

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Top Russian general, Chief of the General Staff Valery Gerasimov, was shown in a video released by the defence ministry, on Monday (July 10), ordering officers to destroy Ukrainian missile sites, in his first public appearance since the aborted Wagner mutiny last month. This also comes days after the Russian defence minister made his first public appearance since the mercenary group’s attempted coup.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/heaviest-rain-ever-claims-lives-of-at-least-two-in-southwestern-japan-613955">'Heaviest rain ever' claims lives of at least two in southwestern Japan</a>

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Torrential rain in southwest Japan claimed the lives of at least two people, on Monday, with fears that the death toll could rise as several residents were asked to evacuate their houses.&nbsp;A week of steady rain in the country has prompted the rivers to burst their banks and waterlogged earth to break into deadly landslides, including one that claimed the life of a 77-year-old woman.

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British-Pakistani journalist and former CNN reporter, Saima Mohsin, on Monday (July 10) said she is suing the United States-based broadcaster for alleged discrimination and unfair termination of employment after she was severely injured during an assignment in Israel. The employment tribunal claim will be brought to court in London, United Kingdom, which says that the network had failed to support her after the life-changing injury.&nbsp;

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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Monday released a statement saying that he would only support Sweden's NATO candidacy if the European Union resumes membership talks with Ankara.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Monday released a statement saying that he would only support Sweden's NATO candidacy if the European Union resumes membership talks with Ankara. In business, Taiwanese firm Foxconn on Monday said it was pulling out of joint venture deal with Indian conglomerate Vedanta to set up a semiconductor plant in western Gujarat state. Last year, Vedanta and Foxconn had signed an agreement to invest $19.5 billion to set up semiconductor and display production plants in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s home state, in a bid to help India become a major electronics hub. Click on the headlines to read more. 'Turkey will back Sweden's NATO bid if EU embraces Ankara', says Erdogan Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has been intercepting Sweden's acquisition for months because of what according to him was Stockholm's negligence to clamp down on Kurdish extremists who have been pursuing a bloodstained mutiny against the Turkish state. Foxconn pulls out of $19.5bn semiconductor plant in India, minister says ‘won’t impact fab goals’ Last year, Vedanta and Foxconn signed an agreement to invest $19.5 billion to set up semiconductor and display production plants in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s home state, in a bid to help India become a major electronics hub. In a statement on Monday, the company said it working to remove the Foxconn name from the joint venture which is now is a fully-owned entity of Vedanta. Vladimir Putin met Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin five days after failed coup attempt: Kremlin Russian President Vladimir Putin met the Wagner mercenary group’s chief Yevgeny Prigozhin five days after the failed coup attempt, the Kremlin said on Monday. Briefing the reporters, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said that the meeting took place on June 29, in which 35 people were invited, including unit commanders. He further said that the meeting adding that it lasted three hours. Ukraine claims it has taken back 14 square kilometre of territory within a week The Ukrainian military said on Monday (July 10) that it had recaptured 14 square kilometres (five square miles) of territory from Russian forces in the south and east of the country over the last week. Within 24 hours of launch, right-wing 'billionaire satanists' joined Threads: Report Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, has expressed his intention to prioritise "kindness" in his company's new Threads app. He says, that in contrast to Twitter, which has faced an increase in hate speech and misinformation, Threads is an attempt at creating a friendly and successful platform. However, within days of the platform being launched, right-wing figures have already begun challenging the app's content moderation practices by posting hate speech and misinformation. Mark Rutte, longest serving PM of Netherlands, calls it quits after govt collapse Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte said on Monday that he will not participate in the upcoming general elections, effectively ending his 17-year-long political career. The decision of Rutte, the longest-serving prime minister of the Netherlands, follows the collapse of his government last week. TikTok's ‘boat jumping’ trend turns fatal, kills four people in Alabama A new social media challenge, called ‘A boat jumping challenge’, has been luring many people into its clout and also leading to the fatal deaths of some. As per the 'boat jumping challenge’, people are supposed to jump from the rear of the shipping vessels as the boat keeps on moving at a high speed. Such a risky jump has proved to be fatal for many. Russia’s top general Valery Gerasimov makes first public appearance since aborted Wagner mutiny Top Russian general, Chief of the General Staff Valery Gerasimov, was shown in a video released by the defence ministry, on Monday (July 10), ordering officers to destroy Ukrainian missile sites, in his first public appearance since the aborted Wagner mutiny last month. This also comes days after the Russian defence minister made his first public appearance since the mercenary group’s attempted coup. 'Heaviest rain ever' claims lives of at least two in southwestern Japan Torrential rain in southwest Japan claimed the lives of at least two people, on Monday, with fears that the death toll could rise as several residents were asked to evacuate their houses. A week of steady rain in the country has prompted the rivers to burst their banks and waterlogged earth to break into deadly landslides, including one that claimed the life of a 77-year-old woman. British-Pakistani journalist Saima Mohsin sues CNN for unfair dismissal, racial discrimination British-Pakistani journalist and former CNN reporter, Saima Mohsin, on Monday (July 10) said she is suing the United States-based broadcaster for alleged discrimination and unfair termination of employment after she was severely injured during an assignment in Israel. The employment tribunal claim will be brought to court in London, United Kingdom, which says that the network had failed to support her after the life-changing injury.

Top 10 world news: Erdogan links Sweden’s NATO bid to Turkey joining EU, Foxconn junks $19.5bn deal, and more

The United States seems to be laying the groundwork to end the Russia-Ukraine war, as reports coming to the fore claim about a meeting held recently between former senior US security officials and the Russians closed to the Kremlin. On the other hand, The secessionist group Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), despite facing criticism and sparking outrage over its posters that targeted Indian diplomats, has terrorised to “besiege” Indian missions on Independence Day, according to a new report.

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NBC News, quoting sources close to the discussions, reported that a high-level back-channel diplomacy—called Track Two diplomacy in diplomatic parlance— took place in April between Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and senior former US officials in New York.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canada-pannun-threatens-to-besiege-indian-missions-on-independence-day-in-new-video-612692">Khalistani group Sikhs for Justice threatens to “besiege” Indian missions on Independence Day</a>

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SFJ's legal counsel Gurpatwant Pannun released a video on Wednesday in which he made the latest threat referring to the plans of organising a 'Khalistan Freedom Rally' on Saturday, July 8, as per The Hindustan Times report. “You just wait, this is a start. On August 15, the Sikh community is going to besiege every terror house that is an Indian embassy,” Pannun said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/wagner-chiefs-palatial-home-raided-wigs-guns-and-gold-bars-found-by-russian-security-services-612711">Wagner chief's palatial home raided: Gold bars, wigs and guns found by Russian security services</a>

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In a dramatic turn of events, Russian security services raided the residence of Yevgeny Prigozhin, the head of the Wagner mercenary group. Previously believed to be in exile in Belarus, Prigozhin's St. Petersburg Palace was discovered to harbour an assortment of peculiar items, including wigs.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/countdown-begins-isro-to-launch-chandrayaan-3-on-july-14-all-details-here-612770">Countdown begins: ISRO to launch Chandrayaan-3 on July 14 | All details here</a>

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The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) revealed on Thursday that the upcoming moon mission, Chandrayaan-3, is scheduled to be launched on July 14. The launch will take place at 2:35 pm from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, using ISRO's new heavylift launch vehicle LVM-3, which will carry an integrated module, as per ANI reports.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putins-alleged-escape-report-suggest-russian-president-fled-moscow-during-wagners-mutiny-612746">Putin's alleged escape: Report suggests Russian president 'fled Moscow' during Wagner's mutiny</a>

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A report has emerged suggesting that Russian President Vladimir Putin fled Moscow during the mutiny orchestrated by Yevgeny Prigozhin, the head of the Wagner Group.&nbsp;Mikhail Khodorkovsky, a former Russian oil executive in self-exile, disclosed that he closely monitored Putin's movements during the rebellion on June 24, as per a Newsweek report that quoted&nbsp;Mikhail Khodorkovsky.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canadian-pm-justin-trudeau-says-indian-govt-wrong-about-going-soft-on-khalistan-612685">PM Justin Trudeau says Indian govt ‘wrong’ about Canada going soft on Khalistanis</a>

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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau brushed aside the Indian government’s concerns that Canada was “not serious” about cracking down on Khalistani elements in the country and said that his government ‘always takes serious action against terrorism and “we always will”.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-foreign-secretary-james-cleverly-warns-against-any-direct-attacks-on-indian-high-commission-in-london-612765">UK Foreign Secretary James Cleverly warns against any direct attacks on Indian High Commission in London</a>

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UK Foreign Secretary James Cleverly on Thursday warned against any attacks on the Indian High Commission in London, saying that the direct aggressions are "completely unacceptable".&nbsp;He further said that the UK government has made it clear to the Indian government and High Commissioner of India to Britain Vikram Doraiswami that the safety and security of staff at the High Commission is of paramount importance.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-remembering-coco-lee-a-remarkable-artist-whose-music-transcended-borders-612727">Remembering Coco Lee: A remarkable artist whose music transcended borders</a>

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In the realm of music, there are those whose talent transcends borders, and who possess the power to touch hearts, ignite passions, and inspire millions. Coco Lee, a remarkable artist whose voice resonated with authenticity and power, was one such luminary. She left the world on July 5, leaving her millions of fans in shocked by this cruel turn of fate. While the time of mourning will come, first let's reflect on her remarkable journey and honour her legacy. Hailing from Hong Kong, Lee embarked on a musical path that showcased her exceptional vocal range and versatility.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/heatwave-havoc-beijing-halts-outdoor-work-as-scorching-summer-temperatures-skyrocket-612687">Heatwave havoc: Beijing halts outdoor work as scorching summer temperatures shoot up</a>

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In response to scorching summer temperatures predicted to reach 40 degrees Celsius in Beijing, employers in the capital were directed by the government on Thursday to suspend outdoor work.&nbsp;The city, home to 22 million residents, issued a ‘red alert’,&nbsp;the highest level of warning', for extreme temperatures, prompting government departments to ensure the elderly and ill have access to cool environments, reported the Hill.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/explained-threat-of-threads-how-metas-version-of-twitter-is-not-new-at-all-612577">Explained: Threat of Threads? How Meta's version of Twitter is not new at all</a>

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The dawn of Instagram-linked Threads is being seen as threatening the social media heft created, moderated and expanded by the blue bird of Twitter that for years, has tweeted its way into 'global town square' of news, events, moments and opinions consisting of hundreds of millions worldwide.&nbsp;

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The United States seems to be laying the groundwork to end the Russia-Ukraine war, as reports coming to the fore claim about a meeting held recently between former senior US security officials and the Russians closed to the Kremlin.

The United States seems to be laying the groundwork to end the Russia-Ukraine war, as reports coming to the fore claim about a meeting held recently between former senior US security officials and the Russians closed to the Kremlin. On the other hand, The secessionist group Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), despite facing criticism and sparking outrage over its posters that targeted Indian diplomats, has terrorised to “besiege” Indian missions on Independence Day, according to a new report. Click on the headlines to read more: Former US officials held secret meeting with prominent Russians on ending Ukraine war: Report NBC News, quoting sources close to the discussions, reported that a high-level back-channel diplomacy—called Track Two diplomacy in diplomatic parlance— took place in April between Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and senior former US officials in New York. Khalistani group Sikhs for Justice threatens to “besiege” Indian missions on Independence Day SFJ's legal counsel Gurpatwant Pannun released a video on Wednesday in which he made the latest threat referring to the plans of organising a 'Khalistan Freedom Rally' on Saturday, July 8, as per The Hindustan Times report. “You just wait, this is a start. On August 15, the Sikh community is going to besiege every terror house that is an Indian embassy,” Pannun said. Wagner chief's palatial home raided: Gold bars, wigs and guns found by Russian security services In a dramatic turn of events, Russian security services raided the residence of Yevgeny Prigozhin, the head of the Wagner mercenary group. Previously believed to be in exile in Belarus, Prigozhin's St. Petersburg Palace was discovered to harbour an assortment of peculiar items, including wigs. 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US Independence Day 2023: The Fourth of July, also known as Independence Day or July 4, has been a federal holiday in the United States since 1941. Grand fireworks and large outdoor gatherings for parades and barbecues across the country mark the occasion. The tradition goes back to the 18th century and the American Revolution.&nbsp;Although the political significance of the day has vanished over time, the United States&nbsp;Independence Day continues to be a symbol of patriotism.

The occasion spread across the nation after the War of 1812 between the US and Great Britain, and this tradition became more widespread.&nbsp;Following this, the US Congress established July 4 as a federal holiday in 1941 and went on to grant federal employees a paid holiday.

As it falls in the middle of the summer season, the day has become a prominent occasion for leisure activities and gatherings.&nbsp;Here's everything you need to know about the US's independence day:

<h2>Fourth of July: History and why is it celebrated?</h2>

The day celebrates the unanimous decision by the Second Continental Congress to adopt the Declaration of Independence, a document announcing the colonies' separation from Great Britain on July 4, 1776.&nbsp;

A year later, the Library of Congress in Philadelphia marked the anniversary of American independence. However, the observations were not made until the War of 1812.&nbsp;

The occasion quickly took off, as the Library of Congress noted that the holiday coincided with some groundbreaking ceremonies for the Erie Canal and the Ohio Railroad.

<h2>The significance of FIREWORKS in July 4 celebrations&nbsp;</h2>

The fireworks have always been part of the celebration, and Founding Father John Adams saw it coming.&nbsp;

Back when the day was first celebrated in Philadelphia, he wrote a letter to his daughter describing the impromptu celebration. He mentioned how the idea of conceiving the holidays&nbsp;two days prior was not mentioned until the third. However, Adams wrote how impressed he was with the remarkable inauguration of the Fourth of July celebration in Philadelphia.

The fireworks have been a part of the celebrations for a while now.

From George Bush to current US President Joe Biden, all have participated in the July 4 celebrations, except Adams. Despite being Founding Father, Adam urged July 2 to be the date and not 4th.&nbsp;

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US Independence Day 2023: The Fourth of July, also known as Independence Day or July 4, has been a federal holiday in the United States since 1941. Grand fireworks and large outdoor gatherings for parades and barbecues across the country mark the occasion.

US Independence Day 2023: The Fourth of July, also known as Independence Day or July 4, has been a federal holiday in the United States since 1941. Grand fireworks and large outdoor gatherings for parades and barbecues across the country mark the occasion. The tradition goes back to the 18th century and the American Revolution. Although the political significance of the day has vanished over time, the United States Independence Day continues to be a symbol of patriotism. The occasion spread across the nation after the War of 1812 between the US and Great Britain, and this tradition became more widespread. Following this, the US Congress established July 4 as a federal holiday in 1941 and went on to grant federal employees a paid holiday. As it falls in the middle of the summer season, the day has become a prominent occasion for leisure activities and gatherings. Here's everything you need to know about the US's independence day: Fourth of July: History and why is it celebrated? The day celebrates the unanimous decision by the Second Continental Congress to adopt the Declaration of Independence, a document announcing the colonies' separation from Great Britain on July 4, 1776. A year later, the Library of Congress in Philadelphia marked the anniversary of American independence. However, the observations were not made until the War of 1812. The occasion quickly took off, as the Library of Congress noted that the holiday coincided with some groundbreaking ceremonies for the Erie Canal and the Ohio Railroad. The significance of FIREWORKS in July 4 celebrations The fireworks have always been part of the celebration, and Founding Father John Adams saw it coming. Back when the day was first celebrated in Philadelphia, he wrote a letter to his daughter describing the impromptu celebration. He mentioned how the idea of conceiving the holidays two days prior was not mentioned until the third. However, Adams wrote how impressed he was with the remarkable inauguration of the Fourth of July celebration in Philadelphia. The fireworks have been a part of the celebrations for a while now. From George Bush to current US President Joe Biden, all have participated in the July 4 celebrations, except Adams. Despite being Founding Father, Adam urged July 2 to be the date and not 4th. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who is in Beijing, addressed a press conference on Monday (June 19) following his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. During the conference, Blinken said that the US and China both want to stabilise ties. On the other hand, a submersible, which was meant to take tourists to view the wreck of the Titanic, went missing in the Atlantic Ocean, UK-based news outlet BBC reported on Monday (June 19).

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Indian budget carrier IndiGo said on Monday (June 19) that it had ordered a record 500 A320 planes from French manufacturer Airbus. This has eclipsed Air India's purchase of 470 jets earlier this year and has set a new record. The multi-billion dollar purchase is the largest ever by number of aircraft.

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American singer-songwriter Bleta Rexha, who goes by the stage name Bebe Rexha, is currently touring across North America for her&nbsp;Best F'n Night Of My Life&nbsp;tour. On Sunday, she was performing in New York City when something disastrous happened.&nbsp;As she was walking on the stage at The Rooftop at Pier 17, a fan threw a phone at the singer and she got seriously injured on stage. A video of the same has surfaced online and is currently going viral.

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At least five Palestinians have been killed and 91 others have been wounded after an Israeli military raid on Jenin in the occupied West Bank, said the Palestinian Ministry of Health, on Monday (June 19). This comes as the Israeli forces conducted an early morning raid involving an Apache helicopter for the first time in the West Bank in some two decades.&nbsp;

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An American man accused of attacking two women from the United States in the German state of Bavaria, last week, which led to the death of one of them and seriously injured the other has been charged with murder and attempted murder, said the officials. The two women were later identified as recent college graduates from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.&nbsp;

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Fake reviews on e-commerce platforms have become one of the most persistent issues that online retailers across the globe have been facing over the past few years. A "cottage industry of fraudsters" has mushroomed on social media platforms and messaging apps, making the shopping experience, a nightmare, for both consumers as well as retailers.

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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who is in Beijing, addressed a press conference on Monday (June 19) following his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who is in Beijing, addressed a press conference on Monday (June 19) following his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. During the conference, Blinken said that the US and China both want to stabilise ties. On the other hand, a submersible, which was meant to take tourists to view the wreck of the Titanic, went missing in the Atlantic Ocean, UK-based news outlet BBC reported on Monday (June 19). Click on the headlines to read more: US, China want to stabilise relationship, says Blinken after meeting Xi US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who is in Beijing, addressed a press conference on Monday (June 19) following his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. During the conference, Blinken said that the US and China both want to stabilise ties. "In every meeting, I stressed that direct engagement and sustained communication at senior levels is the best way to responsibly manage differences and ensure that competition does not veer into conflict," Blinken told reporters. Submersible to take tourists to Titanic wreck goes missing in Atlantic Ocean A submersible, which was meant to take tourists to view the wreck of the Titanic, went missing in the Atlantic Ocean, UK-based news outlet BBC reported on Monday (June 19). The Boston Coastguard told the media outlet that currently, a search and rescue operation was underway to find the submersible. IndiGo seals biggest ever deal in aviation history, orders 500 Airbus planes Indian budget carrier IndiGo said on Monday (June 19) that it had ordered a record 500 A320 planes from French manufacturer Airbus. This has eclipsed Air India's purchase of 470 jets earlier this year and has set a new record. The multi-billion dollar purchase is the largest ever by number of aircraft. Heatwave in India: Nearly 100 dead in UP & Bihar, authorities urge people to stay indoors Nearly 100 people have died in India's Uttar Pradesh and eastern Bihar over the past few days amid rising heat. As per media reports, the death toll is between 96 and 98. Out of the fatalities reported, 54 deaths were registered in Uttar Pradesh's Ballia district. The authorities found that most of those who died were over the age of 60, while others had pre-existing health conditions that were exacerbated by the intense heat, the Associated Press reported. Greek boat tragedy: Pakistan officials arrest 11 involved in human trafficking Eleven suspects allegedly involved in trafficking Pakistani people to Europe through West Asia (Middle East) and Africa were arrested by Pakistan authorities in the latest crackdown that comes in the wake of several losing their lives in the recent Greece boat tragedy. Caught on camera! Fan throws phone at Bebe Rexha during concert; singer gets 3 stitches on face American singer-songwriter Bleta Rexha, who goes by the stage name Bebe Rexha, is currently touring across North America for her Best F'n Night Of My Life tour. On Sunday, she was performing in New York City when something disastrous happened. As she was walking on the stage at The Rooftop at Pier 17, a fan threw a phone at the singer and she got seriously injured on stage. A video of the same has surfaced online and is currently going viral. At least five Palestinians killed, 91 injured after Israeli military raid in West Bank At least five Palestinians have been killed and 91 others have been wounded after an Israeli military raid on Jenin in the occupied West Bank, said the Palestinian Ministry of Health, on Monday (June 19). This comes as the Israeli forces conducted an early morning raid involving an Apache helicopter for the first time in the West Bank in some two decades. Indian govt-run shipyard to build 'future-proof dry cargo vessel' for Norway Udupi Cochin Shipyard Limited (UCSL), the Indian government-run shipbuilder, has bagged an international order to design and construct six new-generation 3800 DWT cargo vessels for a Norwegian firm Wilson Shipowning AS. Germany: American man charged with murder for attack on US women near Neuschwanstein castle An American man accused of attacking two women from the United States in the German state of Bavaria, last week, which led to the death of one of them and seriously injured the other has been charged with murder and attempted murder, said the officials. The two women were later identified as recent college graduates from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Amazon blames social media sites for allowing 'fake reviews' industry to boom Fake reviews on e-commerce platforms have become one of the most persistent issues that online retailers across the globe have been facing over the past few years. A "cottage industry of fraudsters" has mushroomed on social media platforms and messaging apps, making the shopping experience, a nightmare, for both consumers as well as retailers.

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In a tragic incident in the southwestern Khuzestan province of Iran, a young boy was shot dead by police after his father stole a car and fled with him.&nbsp;Ruhollah Bigdeli, the chief of police in Shushtar County, confirmed the incident and stated that officers attempted to stop the stolen vehicle by shooting at it. On the other hand, Media reports citing the prosecutor revealed that a man, who was held for stabbing four young children at a playground in the French resort town of Annecy is now facing charges of attempted murder.&nbsp;

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The boy, identified as 9-year-old Morteza Delf Zaregani, lost his life at the scene. Authorities reported that multiple warnings were issued before the police resorted to shooting. They also revealed that the father had a criminal record, including offenses related to car theft and drug smuggling. The incident has sparked outrage, with the father claiming that the police did not give any warning before opening fire.

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Media reports citing the prosecutor revealed that a man, who was held for stabbing four young children at a playground in the French resort town of Annecy is now facing charges of attempted murder. On June 8, a distressing incident unfolded near a lake in the French Alps, where a knife attack took place. The attack targeted a playground area and resulted in injuries to four preschool children and two adults who were present at the scene.

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Two airplanes appear to have bumped into each other near a taxiway at Haneda Airport in Japan's capital of Tokyo causing concerns, media reports said. According to reports citing Japan's transport ministry, the collision incident involved a Thai Airways plane scheduled for departure to Bangkok and an Eva Airways jet bound for Taipei.&nbsp;

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A man who was headed to Dubai was detained on Thursday at Indira Gandhi International Airport after another traveller overheard him using the word "bomb" while on call with someone else. A male traveller talking on the phone with someone on the other end overheard saying, "CISF removed coconut from my bag fearing it could be a bomb but allowed guthkha that was in my bag."

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Extended space adventures are damaging astronauts' brains, according to experts. Astronauts who spend a lot of time in space should give their brains three years to recuperate from the alterations brought on by their missions. These are the conclusions of a recent research that examined how the brain responds to gravity outside of Earth. It comes before what is anticipated to be a new age of protracted space travel, including the initial expeditions to Mars.

In a tragic incident in the southwestern Khuzestan province of Iran, a young boy was shot dead by police after his father stole a car and fled with him. Ruhollah Bigdeli, the chief of police in Shushtar County, confirmed the incident and stated that officers attempted to stop the stolen vehicle by shooting at it.

In a tragic incident in the southwestern Khuzestan province of Iran, a young boy was shot dead by police after his father stole a car and fled with him. Ruhollah Bigdeli, the chief of police in Shushtar County, confirmed the incident and stated that officers attempted to stop the stolen vehicle by shooting at it. On the other hand, Media reports citing the prosecutor revealed that a man, who was held for stabbing four young children at a playground in the French resort town of Annecy is now facing charges of attempted murder. Click on the headlines to read more. Heartbreaking tragedy: 9-year-old in Iran fatally shot by police as father steals car The boy, identified as 9-year-old Morteza Delf Zaregani, lost his life at the scene. Authorities reported that multiple warnings were issued before the police resorted to shooting. They also revealed that the father had a criminal record, including offenses related to car theft and drug smuggling. The incident has sparked outrage, with the father claiming that the police did not give any warning before opening fire. Annecy knife attack: Man held for stabbing 4 children in French resort faces attempted murder charges Media reports citing the prosecutor revealed that a man, who was held for stabbing four young children at a playground in the French resort town of Annecy is now facing charges of attempted murder. On June 8, a distressing incident unfolded near a lake in the French Alps, where a knife attack took place. The attack targeted a playground area and resulted in injuries to four preschool children and two adults who were present at the scene. Former UK PM Boris Johnson quits from British Parliament over Partygate probe Former British prime minister Boris Johnson on Friday (June 9) resigned as a Member of the Parliament. He has accused a parliamentary probe into 'partygate' of driving him out. Johnson, 58, said he was stepping down with immediate effect "triggering an immediate by-election" in his marginal seat, which heaps political pressure on his successor Rishi Sunak. Two planes collide at Haneda airport in Japan's capital Two airplanes appear to have bumped into each other near a taxiway at Haneda Airport in Japan's capital of Tokyo causing concerns, media reports said. According to reports citing Japan's transport ministry, the collision incident involved a Thai Airways plane scheduled for departure to Bangkok and an Eva Airways jet bound for Taipei. Miracle: Four Indigenous children rescued from dense Amazon jungle 40 days after plane crash After more than five weeks since their plane crashed in a dense jungle, four children from an Indigenous community in Colombia have been miraculously found alive in the southern part of the country. The siblings were rescued by the military near the border between Colombia's Caqueta and Guaviare provinces, close to the crash site of the small aircraft. Champions League Final 2023: When and where to watch Manchester City vs Inter Milan, Live Streaming details Two top teams from Europe – Manchester City and Inter Milan will face off on Sunday for the coveted Champions League trophy in Istanbul, Turkey. While Inter Milan is the former three-time winner, having last won 13 years ago in 2010, current Premier League champions Manchester City are chasing their maiden UCL title. In this piece, get all the details about when, where and how to watch the Champions League 2023 Final. Kylie Jenner gives a glimpse of her $36mn California mansion in viral video Despite being a pivotal part of a popular reality TV show, Kylie Jenner likes to keep parts of herself private. Remember how skillfully she hid her pregnancy from the world and ensured no pap interference. Many of her fans haven't seen much of her private space, too, it doesn't feature much of The Kardashians. So when fans got a quick sneak peek into her uber-expensive California mansion on TikTok, they couldn't keep calm. Arrested for uttering 'bomb' on-board: Man held on Vistara plane after co-passenger alerts crew A man who was headed to Dubai was detained on Thursday at Indira Gandhi International Airport after another traveller overheard him using the word "bomb" while on call with someone else. A male traveller talking on the phone with someone on the other end overheard saying, "CISF removed coconut from my bag fearing it could be a bomb but allowed guthkha that was in my bag." Groundbreaking AI tool predicts patients' chances of death. Can it replace doctors? Doctors are held in high regard across the globe. Their hard work and drive to save the patients are the source of awe, and in some cultures, they are even revered as 'living' gods. However, not even they can predict a patient's chances of death. However, a new Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool developed by a team at the NYU Grossman School of Medicine claims to hold the capability to do just that. Prolonged space missions are damaging astronauts' brains, claims study Extended space adventures are damaging astronauts' brains, according to experts. Astronauts who spend a lot of time in space should give their brains three years to recuperate from the alterations brought on by their missions. These are the conclusions of a recent research that examined how the brain responds to gravity outside of Earth. It comes before what is anticipated to be a new age of protracted space travel, including the initial expeditions to Mars.

Top 10 world news: France stabbing suspect charged with murder, 9-year-old shot dead by Iranian police, & more

Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan has slammed the nation's army chief and has said that the country "is run by only one man and that’s the Army chief."&nbsp;In other news, Twitter's owner, Elon Musk, has officially announced Linda Yaccarino as the new CEO of the social media platform. However, Musk&nbsp;will&nbsp;continue to handle Twitter's product design and new technology.

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<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/05/12/351355-new-wion-42.png?imwidth=1920" />Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan says he is worried that his opponents will have him arrested once again. He shared his misgivings after the Islamabad High Court granted him bail.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/its-official-musk-announces-linda-yaccarino-as-new-twitter-ceo-591774">It's official: Musk announces Linda Yaccarino as new Twitter CEO</a>

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Twitter's owner Elon Musk on Friday officially announced Linda Yaccarino as the new CEO of the social media platform.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-strongly-denies-accusations-of-spreading-deep-fakes-meddling-in-turkey-elections-591776">Russia 'strongly' denies accusations of spreading deep fakes, meddling in Turkey elections</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/05/12/351395-new-wion-46.png?imwidth=1920" />The Kremlin has denied allegations that it was meddling in Turkey's upcoming presidential election campaign. Recently Turkish leader Recep Tayyip Erdogan's main rival Kemal Kilicdaroglu accused Moscow of spreading "deep fakes" targeting him.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/only-rich-people-can-afford-children-in-italy-says-pope-francis-591769">Only rich people can afford children in Italy, says Pope Francis</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/05/12/351392-untitled-design-2023-05-12t212117996.png?imwidth=1920" />Pope Francis on Friday said that starting a family has become a "titanic effort" in Italy that can be afforded by only rich people. The pope warned that "savage" free-market conditions were stopping young people from having children.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ai-pilots-for-passenger-planes-emirates-airline-president-hints-at-possibility-591753">AI pilots for passenger planes? Emirates airline president hints at possibility</a>

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With the expanding abilities of artificial technology (AI), aeroplanes may now seemingly move from autopilot mode to AI pilot mode. From two trained pilots present inside the cockpit, the situation may change to no pilots at all, with AI pilots flying the aeroplanes more smoothly and safely.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/northern-ireland-lawmaker-slams-biden-remarks-on-the-country-591739">Northern Ireland lawmaker slams Biden remarks on the country</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/04/13/345151-untitled-design-2023-04-13t200434584.png?imwidth=1920" />US President Joe Biden has drawn criticism from a lawmaker of Northern Ireland's biggest pro-UK party on Thursday (May 11) over his contentious remarks. Biden has said that the purpose of his trip to Ireland and Northern Ireland was "to make sure... the Brits didn't screw around" with peace in Northern Ireland and "didn't walk away from their commitments".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-special-envoys-to-visit-russia-ukraine-as-part-of-peace-efforts-591701">China to send special envoy to Russia, Ukraine, other nations to broker peace talks</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/05/12/351357-untitled-design-2023-05-12t172158312.png?imwidth=1920" />A special envoy is being sent by China to Russia and Ukraine next week with an aim to finalise a political settlement of the Ukrainian crisis, stated its foreign ministry on Friday.

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<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/05/12/351353-turkey.png?imwidth=1920" />President&nbsp;Recep&nbsp;Tayyip Erdogan is putting his two-decade rule on the line on May 14 when he faces opposition challenger Kemal Kilicdaroglu in Turkey's landmark elections.&nbsp;All you need to know about the key figures in Turkey's upcoming presidential and parliamentary elections.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/teslas-1-million-cars-recalled-in-china-over-braking-defect-591721">Tesla recalls almost all of its over 1 million cars in China over braking defect</a>

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Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan has slammed the nation's army chief and has said that the country "is run by only one man and that’s the Army chief." In other news, Twitter's owner, Elon Musk, has officially announced Linda Yaccarino as the new CEO of the social media platform.

Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan has slammed the nation's army chief and has said that the country "is run by only one man and that’s the Army chief." In other news, Twitter's owner, Elon Musk, has officially announced Linda Yaccarino as the new CEO of the social media platform. However, Musk will continue to handle Twitter's product design and new technology. Click on the headlines for more. Imran Khan slams Pakistan army chief, says nation 'run by only one man' Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan says he is worried that his opponents will have him arrested once again. He shared his misgivings after the Islamabad High Court granted him bail. It's official: Musk announces Linda Yaccarino as new Twitter CEO Twitter's owner Elon Musk on Friday officially announced Linda Yaccarino as the new CEO of the social media platform. Russia 'strongly' denies accusations of spreading deep fakes, meddling in Turkey elections The Kremlin has denied allegations that it was meddling in Turkey's upcoming presidential election campaign. Recently Turkish leader Recep Tayyip Erdogan's main rival Kemal Kilicdaroglu accused Moscow of spreading "deep fakes" targeting him. Only rich people can afford children in Italy, says Pope Francis Pope Francis on Friday said that starting a family has become a "titanic effort" in Italy that can be afforded by only rich people. The pope warned that "savage" free-market conditions were stopping young people from having children. AI pilots for passenger planes? Emirates airline president hints at possibility With the expanding abilities of artificial technology (AI), aeroplanes may now seemingly move from autopilot mode to AI pilot mode. From two trained pilots present inside the cockpit, the situation may change to no pilots at all, with AI pilots flying the aeroplanes more smoothly and safely. Northern Ireland lawmaker slams Biden remarks on the country US President Joe Biden has drawn criticism from a lawmaker of Northern Ireland's biggest pro-UK party on Thursday (May 11) over his contentious remarks. Biden has said that the purpose of his trip to Ireland and Northern Ireland was "to make sure... the Brits didn't screw around" with peace in Northern Ireland and "didn't walk away from their commitments". China to send special envoy to Russia, Ukraine, other nations to broker peace talks A special envoy is being sent by China to Russia and Ukraine next week with an aim to finalise a political settlement of the Ukrainian crisis, stated its foreign ministry on Friday. Turkey elections 2023: These are top candidates for president, other key players you should know President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is putting his two-decade rule on the line on May 14 when he faces opposition challenger Kemal Kilicdaroglu in Turkey's landmark elections. All you need to know about the key figures in Turkey's upcoming presidential and parliamentary elections. Tesla recalls almost all of its over 1 million cars in China over braking defect Tesla Inc has recalled around 1.1 million electric cars, which is nearly all the vehicles it had sold in China, over braking defects. The recall means Tesla will now fix practically every car it has ever sold in China because of issues being faced with the acceleration systems of vehicles. Watch | US braces for migrant surge at Mexico border as 'Title 42' Covid border policy ends

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In the latest, the Supreme Court has declared former Prime Minister Imran Khan's arrest as&nbsp;unlawful and ordered his release. Britain has delivered long-range 'storm Shadow' missiles to Ukraine. In other news, a massive explosion rocked&nbsp;the city of Milan. Additionally, over 27 children sustained injuries after a bridge collapsed in Finland.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/supreme-court-of-pakistan-declares-ex-prime-minister-imran-khans-arrest-unlawful-591350">Supreme Court of Pakistan declares ex-prime minister Imran Khan's arrest unlawful</a> 
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Supreme Court of Pakistan on Thursday (May 11) declared&nbsp;the arrest of former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan was unlawful. Khan arrived in the court today after Chief Justice of Pakistan Umar Ata Bandial ordered that the former premier be brought to court 'within an hour'. Imran Khan was arrested on May 9, following which massive protests erupted in Pakistan and even abroad. Khan's lawyers had challenged the legality of his arrest. After declaring his arrest unlawful, the top court ordered Imran Khan's immediate release. The court directed Imran Khan to approach Islamabad High Court.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-delivers-long-range-storm-shadow-cruise-missiles-to-ukraine-591384">UK delivers long-range ‘Storm Shadow’ cruise missiles to Ukraine</a>

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The United Kingdom has sent a number of "Storm Shadow" cruise missiles to Ukraine, providing the nation with a new long-range strike capability ahead of a highly anticipated counteroffensive against Russian forces, according to an exclusive CNN report.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/third-party-candidate-ince-drops-out-of-turkeys-presidential-race-591356">Third-party candidate Ince drops out of Turkey's presidential race</a>

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Turkey's third-party candidate Muharrem Ince on Thursday withdrew from the country's tight presidential election, increasing the chances of the opposition's victory in the first round.

The decision was announced by the 59-year-old after he was targeted by an online smear campaign through which his doctored images were shared in which the minister was seen meeting women and riding around in luxurious cars.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explosions-rock-milan-setting-several-vehicles-on-fire-591293">Explosion rocks Milan, several vehicles set ablaze</a>

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A massive&nbsp;explosion has rocked the city of Milan setting several vehicles on fire in the city centre, as per media reports. In the video footage shared by the Italian news channel Sky TG24, numerous vehicles are seen engulfed in flames.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-killed-suspect-detained-in-german-mercedes-plant-shootout-591316">Two killed, suspect detained in German Mercedes plant shootout</a>

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Police detained a suspect after a shootout took place at a Mercedes-Benz plant located in southwestern Germany on Thursday in which two people died.

The latest shooting incident increased pressure on Germany's government to further tighten its gun laws. The police have identified the suspect as a 53-year-old man.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/zelensky-says-counteroffensive-yet-to-start-despite-kyivs-gains-at-frontline-591399">Zelensky says counteroffensive yet to start despite Kyiv's gains at frontline</a>

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The chief of Russia's Wagner private army declared on Thursday that Ukraine's long-awaited counteroffensive had already begun and gaining advances on the outskirts of Bakhmut, while Kyiv insisted its major push was yet to begin.

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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 media outside the friendly confines of the conservative outlets of his choosing. Earlier, he had branded CNN for fake news and never allowed any of its journalists an interview while serving as the president.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/finland-around-27-mostly-children-injured-in-bridge-collapse-591258">Finland: Around 27, mostly children, injured in bridge collapse</a>

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Around 27 people, most of them children, were injured in Finland on Thursday (May 11) when a temporary footbridge by a construction site collapsed and they fell several metres onto a road.&nbsp;

The Western Uusimaa rescue department in Espoo, near the capital Helsinki, said in a statement: "Approximately 27 youths, mostly minors, have been injured, to varying degrees."&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/middle-east/islamic-jihad-says-military-leader-killed-in-israeli-strike-in-gaza-591159">Islamic Jihad says military leader killed in Israeli strike in Gaza</a>

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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;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/maharashtra-political-crisis-supreme-court-refuses-to-give-relief-to-uddhav-thackeray-camp-591232">Maharashtra crisis: Uddhav Thackeray resigned as CM, cannot reinstate him, says Supreme Court</a>

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Supreme Court of India on Thursday (May 11) refused to grant relief to the Uddhav Thackeray camp in the former Shiv Sena chief’s battle against Eknath Shinde, the chief minister of the western Indian state of Maharashtra. Shinde, once a prominent figure in Shiv Sena under Uddhav Thackeray, revolted against him last year. He found support from a large number of Shiv Sena's Members of Legislative Assembly (MLAs). Thackeray subsequently resigned and Shinde became chief minister with the support of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).&nbsp;

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In the latest, the Supreme Court has declared former Prime Minister Imran Khan's arrest as unlawful and ordered his release. Britain has delivered long-range 'storm Shadow' missiles to Ukraine.

In the latest, the Supreme Court has declared former Prime Minister Imran Khan's arrest as unlawful and ordered his release. Britain has delivered long-range 'storm Shadow' missiles to Ukraine. In other news, a massive explosion rocked the city of Milan. Additionally, over 27 children sustained injuries after a bridge collapsed in Finland. Click on the headlines for more. Supreme Court of Pakistan declares ex-prime minister Imran Khan's arrest unlawful Supreme Court of Pakistan on Thursday (May 11) declared the arrest of former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan was unlawful. Khan arrived in the court today after Chief Justice of Pakistan Umar Ata Bandial ordered that the former premier be brought to court 'within an hour'. Imran Khan was arrested on May 9, following which massive protests erupted in Pakistan and even abroad. Khan's lawyers had challenged the legality of his arrest. After declaring his arrest unlawful, the top court ordered Imran Khan's immediate release. The court directed Imran Khan to approach Islamabad High Court. UK delivers long-range ‘Storm Shadow’ cruise missiles to Ukraine The United Kingdom has sent a number of "Storm Shadow" cruise missiles to Ukraine, providing the nation with a new long-range strike capability ahead of a highly anticipated counteroffensive against Russian forces, according to an exclusive CNN report. Third-party candidate Ince drops out of Turkey's presidential race Turkey's third-party candidate Muharrem Ince on Thursday withdrew from the country's tight presidential election, increasing the chances of the opposition's victory in the first round. The decision was announced by the 59-year-old after he was targeted by an online smear campaign through which his doctored images were shared in which the minister was seen meeting women and riding around in luxurious cars. Explosion rocks Milan, several vehicles set ablaze A massive explosion has rocked the city of Milan setting several vehicles on fire in the city centre, as per media reports. In the video footage shared by the Italian news channel Sky TG24, numerous vehicles are seen engulfed in flames. Two killed, suspect detained in German Mercedes plant shootout Police detained a suspect after a shootout took place at a Mercedes-Benz plant located in southwestern Germany on Thursday in which two people died. The latest shooting incident increased pressure on Germany's government to further tighten its gun laws. The police have identified the suspect as a 53-year-old man. Zelensky says counteroffensive yet to start despite Kyiv's gains at frontline The chief of Russia's Wagner private army declared on Thursday that Ukraine's long-awaited counteroffensive had already begun and gaining advances on the outskirts of Bakhmut, while Kyiv insisted its major push was yet to begin. 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 media outside the friendly confines of the conservative outlets of his choosing. Earlier, he had branded CNN for fake news and never allowed any of its journalists an interview while serving as the president. Finland: Around 27, mostly children, injured in bridge collapse Around 27 people, most of them children, were injured in Finland on Thursday (May 11) when a temporary footbridge by a construction site collapsed and they fell several metres onto a road. The Western Uusimaa rescue department in Espoo, near the capital Helsinki, said in a statement: "Approximately 27 youths, mostly minors, have been injured, to varying degrees." 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. Maharashtra crisis: Uddhav Thackeray resigned as CM, cannot reinstate him, says Supreme Court Supreme Court of India on Thursday (May 11) refused to grant relief to the Uddhav Thackeray camp in the former Shiv Sena chief’s battle against Eknath Shinde, the chief minister of the western Indian state of Maharashtra. Shinde, once a prominent figure in Shiv Sena under Uddhav Thackeray, revolted against him last year. He found support from a large number of Shiv Sena's Members of Legislative Assembly (MLAs). Thackeray subsequently resigned and Shinde became chief minister with the support of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

Top 10 world news: Top Pak court declares Imran Khan's arrest 'unlawful', explosion rocks Milan, & more

In the latest,&nbsp;Oliver Dowden was appointed Deputy Prime Minister by the British government on Friday. Dominic Raab had resigned earlier in the day as a result of a report into allegations that he had bullied colleagues. In the ongoing crisis in Sudan, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has estimated a death toll crossing 400, with 3,500 injuries. In the US, a&nbsp;man charged with participation in the January 6 storming of Capitol Hill opened fire on cops sent to check on him. In other news, a&nbsp;new video has surfaced that documents the harrowing operation to save Indian mountaineer Anurag Maloo from a crevasse on Nepal's Mount Annapurna.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/over-400-killed-3500-injured-as-sudanese-army-and-paramilitary-forces-continue-fighting-who-584784">Over 400 killed, 3,500 injured as Sudanese Army and paramilitary forces continue fighting: WHO</a>

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The violent civil war between the Sudanese Army and the paramilitary forces has led to the death of more than 400 while 3,500 have been injured, the World Health Organization (WHO) informed on Friday. UNICEF added that at least nine children were among the dead and more than 50 had been wounded.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-political-turbulence-live-deputy-pm-dominic-raab-resigns-following-bullying-allegations-584777">Oliver Dowden named new UK deputy PM after Raab resignation</a>

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The UK&nbsp;government has named Oliver Dowden as the deputy prime minister. As per Reuters,&nbsp;Dowden currently serves as cabinet office minister in the&nbsp;Sunak government and was previously the&nbsp;chairman of the Conservative Party but had resigned from the&nbsp;post last June after two crushing by-election defeats for the party.

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A man charged with participation in the January 6 storming of Capitol Hill opened fire on cops sent to check on him. As per a news release by the US Department of Justice, on April 12th, the man, Nathan Donald Pelham, 40, of Greenville, Texas allegedly "fired several shots towards law enforcement days before his first court appearance" and has now been also charged with a federal firearm crime.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-channel-critical-of-putin-facing-financial-crunch-due-to-western-sanctions-584869">Russian channel critical of Putin facing financial crunch due to Western sanctions</a>

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The sanctions imposed by the Western world on Russia may not have deterred Putin from stopping his Ukraine invasion but the voices that are challenging him are certainly facing the heat. TV channel Dozhd, also known as TV Rain, widely recognised as one of the very few remaining Russian channels critical of Putin is facing heavy losses due to sanctions.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-hits-back-at-g7-says-position-as-nuclear-state-final-and-irreversible-584618">North Korea hits back at G7, says position as nuclear state 'final and irreversible'</a>

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After the G7 condemned its ballistic missile launches and demanded that it completely denuclearise, North Korea retaliated Friday saying its position as a nuclear power is "final and irreversible."&nbsp;

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A second woman has come forward to say she was raped while working at the Confederation of British Industry (CBI), as reported by Sky news.&nbsp;The woman&nbsp;allegedly contacted The Guardian after it broke the first-ever historical claim that a woman&nbsp;CBI employee was assaulted at a party in London in 2019.

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British Deputy Prime Minister Dominic Raab announced his resignation on Friday following the release of a report by independent lawyer Adam Tolley KC into allegations that he bullied government staff. The report was handed to PM Rishi Sunak before being published who has accepted Raab's resignation already.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-s-korea-condemn-kishidas-ritual-offering-to-war-linked-yasukuni-shrine-584832">China, S Korea condemn Kishida's ritual offering to war-linked Yasukuni Shrine</a>

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Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin stated on Friday that China was unhappy with Japan about Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's ritual offering to the Yasukuni Shrine.&nbsp;With reference to the start of a spring celebration on Friday, according to The Japan Times, Kishida sent a ceremonial offering to the shrine. In a daily briefing in Beijing, Wang stated, "China is firmly opposed to the negative moves by Japan."

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A Russian warplane accidentally fired a weapon into its own city of Belgorod near Ukraine late Thursday (April 20), causing a blast which resulted in damage to nearby buildings, reported the TASS news agency citing the country’s defence ministry. The incident has injured at least two people.&nbsp;

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A video of Indian mountaineer Anurag Maloo's rescue has gone viral on social media after it was announced that he was rescued from a crevasse in Mount Annapurna in Nepal. The dramatic video of the rescue showed renowned Polish climber Adam Bielecki rescuing Maloo from the crevasse on Annapurna. The 15-second-long video was shared on Twitter by Everest Today late Thursday (April 20).

In the latest, Oliver Dowden was appointed Deputy Prime Minister by the British government on Friday. Dominic Raab had resigned earlier in the day as a result of a report into allegations that he had bullied colleagues.

In the latest, Oliver Dowden was appointed Deputy Prime Minister by the British government on Friday. Dominic Raab had resigned earlier in the day as a result of a report into allegations that he had bullied colleagues. In the ongoing crisis in Sudan, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has estimated a death toll crossing 400, with 3,500 injuries. In the US, a man charged with participation in the January 6 storming of Capitol Hill opened fire on cops sent to check on him. In other news, a new video has surfaced that documents the harrowing operation to save Indian mountaineer Anurag Maloo from a crevasse on Nepal's Mount Annapurna. Click on the headlines to read more. Over 400 killed, 3,500 injured as Sudanese Army and paramilitary forces continue fighting: WHO The violent civil war between the Sudanese Army and the paramilitary forces has led to the death of more than 400 while 3,500 have been injured, the World Health Organization (WHO) informed on Friday. UNICEF added that at least nine children were among the dead and more than 50 had been wounded. Oliver Dowden named new UK deputy PM after Raab resignation The UK government has named Oliver Dowden as the deputy prime minister. As per Reuters, Dowden currently serves as cabinet office minister in the Sunak government and was previously the chairman of the Conservative Party but had resigned from the post last June after two crushing by-election defeats for the party. Man charged with participation in Capitol hill riot opens fire on police; faces up to 18 years in jail A man charged with participation in the January 6 storming of Capitol Hill opened fire on cops sent to check on him. As per a news release by the US Department of Justice, on April 12th, the man, Nathan Donald Pelham, 40, of Greenville, Texas allegedly "fired several shots towards law enforcement days before his first court appearance" and has now been also charged with a federal firearm crime. Russian channel critical of Putin facing financial crunch due to Western sanctions The sanctions imposed by the Western world on Russia may not have deterred Putin from stopping his Ukraine invasion but the voices that are challenging him are certainly facing the heat. TV channel Dozhd, also known as TV Rain, widely recognised as one of the very few remaining Russian channels critical of Putin is facing heavy losses due to sanctions. North Korea hits back at G7, says position as nuclear state 'final and irreversible' After the G7 condemned its ballistic missile launches and demanded that it completely denuclearise, North Korea retaliated Friday saying its position as a nuclear power is "final and irreversible." UK: Crisis in industry lobby body CBI intensifies after second woman alleges rape A second woman has come forward to say she was raped while working at the Confederation of British Industry (CBI), as reported by Sky news. The woman allegedly contacted The Guardian after it broke the first-ever historical claim that a woman CBI employee was assaulted at a party in London in 2019. Who is Dominic Raab, the Tory leader who quit as deputy PM over bullying complaints? British Deputy Prime Minister Dominic Raab announced his resignation on Friday following the release of a report by independent lawyer Adam Tolley KC into allegations that he bullied government staff. The report was handed to PM Rishi Sunak before being published who has accepted Raab's resignation already. China, S Korea condemn Kishida's ritual offering to war-linked Yasukuni Shrine Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin stated on Friday that China was unhappy with Japan about Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's ritual offering to the Yasukuni Shrine. With reference to the start of a spring celebration on Friday, according to The Japan Times, Kishida sent a ceremonial offering to the shrine. In a daily briefing in Beijing, Wang stated, "China is firmly opposed to the negative moves by Japan." Russian jet accidentally fires weapon in its own city Belgorod near Ukraine A Russian warplane accidentally fired a weapon into its own city of Belgorod near Ukraine late Thursday (April 20), causing a blast which resulted in damage to nearby buildings, reported the TASS news agency citing the country’s defence ministry. The incident has injured at least two people. WATCH | Polish climber rescues Indian mountaineer Anurag Maloo from depths of Annapurna crevasse A video of Indian mountaineer Anurag Maloo's rescue has gone viral on social media after it was announced that he was rescued from a crevasse in Mount Annapurna in Nepal. The dramatic video of the rescue showed renowned Polish climber Adam Bielecki rescuing Maloo from the crevasse on Annapurna. The 15-second-long video was shared on Twitter by Everest Today late Thursday (April 20).

Top 10 world news: Oliver Dowden named UK's Deputy PM, over 400 killed in Sudan crisis, and more

In the latest, US president Joe Biden has arrived in Dublin as part of his Northern Ireland tour to mark&nbsp;he 25th anniversary of Northern Ireland's 1998 peace deal. In India, 7,380 new cases of COVID-19 have been recorded in the past 24 hours, making it the most recent&nbsp;single-day rise. In other news, US radio NPR has quit Twitter over 'state-affiliated media' label.&nbsp;

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US radio NPR has announced that it will no longer post anything on its official Twitter handles following a tiff with the platform's CEO Elon Musk over the label assigned to it. NPR's chief executive says the decision has been taken to protect the network's credibility and to help it continue to produce journalism without "a shadow of negativity."

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US&nbsp;President Joe Biden is in Ireland to mark the 25th anniversary of Northern Ireland's 1998 peace deal. He will be in Belfast&nbsp;on Wednesday. Biden is expected to stress that he has a "strong desire" to increase US&nbsp;investment in Ireland during meetings with political leaders.&nbsp;

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A video allegedly showing a Ukrainian prisoner of war being beheaded has surfaced on social media and is garnering reactions from across the world, including Russia and the United Nations. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky slammed Russian "beasts" for the video and vowed justice for his country.&nbsp;

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India has been witnessing a sudden spike in coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in the past few days, and the trend continued on Wednesday (April 12) as the nation registered a single-day rise of 7,830 cases. The nation had recorded a single-day jump of 7,946 Covid cases on September 1, last year—meaning Wednesday’s fresh case count is&nbsp;the highest in 223 days.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-successfully-tests-advanced-icbm-weeks-after-suspending-participation-in-new-start-pact-581660">Russia ‘successfully’ tests ‘advanced’ ICBM weeks after suspending participation in New START pact</a>

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Russia conducted a new intercontinental ballistic missile test launch overnight&nbsp;and said&nbsp;that the ‘advanced’ ICBM successfully struck a target at a firing range in Kazakhstan. The massive test comes weeks after Russia suspended its participation in the last remaining nuclear arms control pact with the United States. Most details of the test still remain a mystery, but according to experts, what Russia tested was a powerful Topol-ME system.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ethiopias-amhara-witnesses-violent-clashes-over-governments-plans-for-local-defence-forces-581769">Ethiopia's Amhara witnesses violent clashes over government's plans for local defence force</a>

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Ethiopia witnessed a sixth day of turmoil on Tuesday as several people in the Amhara region were shot during demonstrations against federal government plans to integrate local defence forces into the police and national army. Amhara is the second biggest of Ethiopia's 11 regions and has been shrouded by days of protests against the government's plans. Protesters say the move would leave Amhara vulnerable to attack from other regions.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/elon-musk-jokes-his-dog-is-new-twitter-ceo-calls-for-ai-regulatory-body-581564">Elon Musk jokes his dog is new Twitter CEO; calls for AI regulatory body</a>

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Twitter owner Elon Musk in a rare wide-ranging interview opened up on takeover of the social media company and the wave of lay offs in the Silicon Valley shortly after he took over the company last year. Asked about his first impressions of Twitter, Musk chuckled and said that he thought of it as "a really nice office building".&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-zealand-cabinet-achieves-unique-feat-of-gender-equality-for-first-time-581686">New Zealand cabinet achieves unique feat of gender equality for first time</a>

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A little more than two years after electing one of the most inclusive parliament, New Zealand has reached gender equality in the cabinet - meaning, for the first time ever, the country will witness an equal number of men and women in the top decision-making body.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-missing-woman-discovered-alive-in-submerged-car-in-texas-lake-581743">US: Missing woman discovered alive in submerged car in Texas lake</a>

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A woman who had gone missing was discovered alive inside a submerged car in Texas's Lake O' the Pines.&nbsp;A fisherman noticed the Jeep near a boat ramp and reported the matter to authorities, according to the Marion County Sheriff's Office.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-hosts-first-meeting-on-chabahar-port-development-with-central-asia-581779">India hosts first meeting on Chabahar Port development with Central Asia</a>

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The first meeting of the India-Central Asia Joint Working Group on Chabahar is underway in Mumbai. The two-day meet, which began on Wednesday, was one of the key outcomes of the Delhi Declaration of the first India Central Asia summit held in January last year. The participants of the meeting include India, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan. Special invitees include Iran and the United Nations World Food Programme (UNWFP).

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In the latest, US president Joe Biden has arrived in Dublin as part of his Northern Ireland tour to mark he 25th anniversary of Northern Ireland's 1998 peace deal.

In the latest, US president Joe Biden has arrived in Dublin as part of his Northern Ireland tour to mark he 25th anniversary of Northern Ireland's 1998 peace deal. In India, 7,380 new cases of COVID-19 have been recorded in the past 24 hours, making it the most recent single-day rise. In other news, US radio NPR has quit Twitter over 'state-affiliated media' label. Click on the headlines for more. NPR quits Twitter over 'state-affiliated media' label row, first news organisation to do so US radio NPR has announced that it will no longer post anything on its official Twitter handles following a tiff with the platform's CEO Elon Musk over the label assigned to it. NPR's chief executive says the decision has been taken to protect the network's credibility and to help it continue to produce journalism without "a shadow of negativity." Biden in Northern Ireland LIVE | Biden arrives in Dublin US President Joe Biden is in Ireland to mark the 25th anniversary of Northern Ireland's 1998 peace deal. He will be in Belfast on Wednesday. Biden is expected to stress that he has a "strong desire" to increase US investment in Ireland during meetings with political leaders. Video of Ukrainian POW’s beheading triggers global outrage, Moscow says it ‘needs to be verified’ A video allegedly showing a Ukrainian prisoner of war being beheaded has surfaced on social media and is garnering reactions from across the world, including Russia and the United Nations. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky slammed Russian "beasts" for the video and vowed justice for his country. COVID-19: Expert issues warning over XBB1.16 variant as India records 7,830 new cases in 24 hours India has been witnessing a sudden spike in coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in the past few days, and the trend continued on Wednesday (April 12) as the nation registered a single-day rise of 7,830 cases. The nation had recorded a single-day jump of 7,946 Covid cases on September 1, last year—meaning Wednesday’s fresh case count is the highest in 223 days. Russia ‘successfully’ tests ‘advanced’ ICBM weeks after suspending participation in New START pact Russia conducted a new intercontinental ballistic missile test launch overnight and said that the ‘advanced’ ICBM successfully struck a target at a firing range in Kazakhstan. The massive test comes weeks after Russia suspended its participation in the last remaining nuclear arms control pact with the United States. Most details of the test still remain a mystery, but according to experts, what Russia tested was a powerful Topol-ME system. Ethiopia's Amhara witnesses violent clashes over government's plans for local defence force Ethiopia witnessed a sixth day of turmoil on Tuesday as several people in the Amhara region were shot during demonstrations against federal government plans to integrate local defence forces into the police and national army. Amhara is the second biggest of Ethiopia's 11 regions and has been shrouded by days of protests against the government's plans. Protesters say the move would leave Amhara vulnerable to attack from other regions. Elon Musk jokes his dog is new Twitter CEO; calls for AI regulatory body Twitter owner Elon Musk in a rare wide-ranging interview opened up on takeover of the social media company and the wave of lay offs in the Silicon Valley shortly after he took over the company last year. Asked about his first impressions of Twitter, Musk chuckled and said that he thought of it as "a really nice office building". New Zealand cabinet achieves unique feat of gender equality for first time A little more than two years after electing one of the most inclusive parliament, New Zealand has reached gender equality in the cabinet - meaning, for the first time ever, the country will witness an equal number of men and women in the top decision-making body. US: Missing woman discovered alive in submerged car in Texas lake A woman who had gone missing was discovered alive inside a submerged car in Texas's Lake O' the Pines. A fisherman noticed the Jeep near a boat ramp and reported the matter to authorities, according to the Marion County Sheriff's Office. India hosts first meeting on Chabahar Port development with Central Asia The first meeting of the India-Central Asia Joint Working Group on Chabahar is underway in Mumbai. The two-day meet, which began on Wednesday, was one of the key outcomes of the Delhi Declaration of the first India Central Asia summit held in January last year. The participants of the meeting include India, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan. Special invitees include Iran and the United Nations World Food Programme (UNWFP).

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In the most recent instance, Russia has said that the west 'destabilised' the G20 finance ministers conference in India by attempting to force through a common statement on Ukraine that stopped due to disputes.&nbsp;Nigeria began the vote-counting process,&nbsp;after a closely contested election on Saturday that was plagued by lengthy delays and had three front-runners for the position of president of the country, Nigeria began the vote-counting process.&nbsp;

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Russia has accused the West of “destabilising” the G20 finance chiefs’ meeting that took place in India’s southern Bengaluru city. It blamed the US, EU, and G7 nations for trying to impose their “diktat” as the talks concluded with differences over the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

“We regret that the activities of the G20 continue to be destabilised by the Western collective and used in an anti-Russian... way," the foreign ministry said in a statement on Saturday, reports AFP news agency.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nigeria-elections-nation-counts-votes-after-tightly-contested-poll-565957">Nigeria elections | Nation counts votes after tightly contested poll</a>

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Nigeria started the vote counting after conducting a tightly contested election on Saturday, as three frontrunners competed for the country's presidency in a ballot hit by long delays.

Around 90 million citizens were eligible to cast vote for the successor of President Muhammadu Buhari, as many Nigerians expected that the new leader will tackle issues of increasing poverty, the sluggish economy and a widening security crisis.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/magnitude-55-earthquake-strikes-central-turkey-region-emsc-565843">Magnitude 5.5 earthquake strikes central Turkey region: EMSC</a>

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The European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) said that a magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck Central Turkey on Saturday. EMSC said that the quake was at a depth of 10 km.&nbsp;

The latest tremors were felt after the death toll from the earthquakes in Turkey and Syria that struck both nations earlier this month surpassed 50,000. Turkey declared more than 44,000 people died.&nbsp;

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Chinese fighter jet confronted a US Navy plane amid simmering tension between Washington and Beijing, US media outlets reported on Friday (February 24).&nbsp;

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The reports stated that the US Navy plane received a warning over the radio when it had been in the air over the South China Sea for a few hours.&nbsp;

The US plane was 30 miles from the contested Paracel Islands, which is a group of about 130 small atolls - a disputed archipelago. CNN reported that the biggest of which is home to Chinese military bases.&nbsp;

In the most recent instance, Russia has said that the west 'destabilised' the G20 finance ministers conference in India by attempting to force through a common statement on Ukraine that stopped due to disputes.

In the most recent instance, Russia has said that the west 'destabilised' the G20 finance ministers conference in India by attempting to force through a common statement on Ukraine that stopped due to disputes. Nigeria began the vote-counting process, after a closely contested election on Saturday that was plagued by lengthy delays and had three front-runners for the position of president of the country, Nigeria began the vote-counting process. Click on the headlined to read more. Russia accuses West of 'destabilising' G20 finance chiefs’ meet in India Russia has accused the West of “destabilising” the G20 finance chiefs’ meeting that took place in India’s southern Bengaluru city. It blamed the US, EU, and G7 nations for trying to impose their “diktat” as the talks concluded with differences over the Russia-Ukraine conflict. “We regret that the activities of the G20 continue to be destabilised by the Western collective and used in an anti-Russian... way," the foreign ministry said in a statement on Saturday, reports AFP news agency. Nigeria elections | Nation counts votes after tightly contested poll Nigeria started the vote counting after conducting a tightly contested election on Saturday, as three frontrunners competed for the country's presidency in a ballot hit by long delays. Around 90 million citizens were eligible to cast vote for the successor of President Muhammadu Buhari, as many Nigerians expected that the new leader will tackle issues of increasing poverty, the sluggish economy and a widening security crisis. Magnitude 5.5 earthquake strikes central Turkey region: EMSC The European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) said that a magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck Central Turkey on Saturday. EMSC said that the quake was at a depth of 10 km. The latest tremors were felt after the death toll from the earthquakes in Turkey and Syria that struck both nations earlier this month surpassed 50,000. Turkey declared more than 44,000 people died. WATCH | Taiwan attempts to boost its economy after removing Covid curbs WATCH: US Navy plane confronted and warned by Chinese fighter jet over South China Sea Chinese fighter jet confronted a US Navy plane amid simmering tension between Washington and Beijing, US media outlets reported on Friday (February 24). This was my view of a Chinese J11 fighter jet about 500ft off the wing of a U.S. Navy surveillance plane…that was intercepted today over the South China Sea after stern radio warnings from #China’s PLA. We’ll take you on board the P8 on @NBCNightlyNews @NBCNews… pic.twitter.com/knbl4CC7V9 — Janis Mackey Frayer (@janisfrayer) February 24, 2023 × The reports stated that the US Navy plane received a warning over the radio when it had been in the air over the South China Sea for a few hours. The US plane was 30 miles from the contested Paracel Islands, which is a group of about 130 small atolls - a disputed archipelago. CNN reported that the biggest of which is home to Chinese military bases.

Morning brief: Russia accuses west of 'destabilising' G20 finance meet, Nigeria election updates, & more

In the latest, a&nbsp;devastating earthquake of 7.8-magnitude hit southern Turkiye and northern Syria. On the Russia-Ukraine front, reports suggest that&nbsp;convicted women are being recruited by the Russian army to fight the war. In Australia, MP, Julian Hill has warned the parliament of the perils of ChatGPT.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/78-magnitude-earthquake-jolts-southern-turkey-killing-at-least-15-559050">More than 2,300 killed across Turkiye and Syria in devastating earthquake</a>

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A devastating earthquake of 7.8-magnitude hit southern Turkiye and northern Syria early on Monday, in which more than 2,300 people were killed, as reported by AP.

With hundreds of people badly injured, the toll continues to rise as survivors continue to be searched among the rubble by the rescue workers.

According to&nbsp;Turkiye President&nbsp;Recep Tayyip Erdogan&nbsp;around&nbsp;912&nbsp;people lost their lives in 10 Turkish provinces, stated the news agency. The agency added that 5,400&nbsp;people suffered injuries. Meanwhile, in Syria, the death toll increased to 592 with more than 1,000 injured, stated the Syrian state media.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/seoul-takes-unspecified-measures-after-north-korean-balloon-briefly-spotted-over-south-korea-559295">Seoul takes unspecified 'measures' after North Korean balloon briefly spotted over South Korea</a>

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The "spy balloon" conundrum has the world and the politics over it is far from over. Now, South Korea has claimed that they have tracked a North Korean balloon over its territory. This development comes after a suspected Chinese spy balloon caused major geopolitical controversy after it was spotted in the airspace of the United States.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-recruiting-female-prisoners-to-contribute-to-ukraine-war-report-suggests-559149">Russia 'recruiting female prisoners' to contribute to Ukraine war, report claims</a>

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A report published by the Ukrainian military claimed that convicted women are being recruited by Russia from penal colonies in Ukraine's occupied regions to help Moscow in its war effort.

The military of Ukraine, in its intelligence report, stated that attempts are being made by the Russian forces to "replenish" their army.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trial-begins-for-47-pro-democracy-voices-in-hong-kong-charged-under-draconian-national-security-law-559034">Trial begins for 47 pro-democracy voices in Hong Kong, protests take place outside court</a>

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A trial has begun under Hong Kong's draconian national security law with 47 prominent pro-democracy figures taking the stand, a little more than two years after being rounded up in the custody by the authorities.&nbsp;

The judicial proceedings are expected to last four months and if convicted, the defendants face up to life in prison.

Notably, prior to the beginning of the trial, a small group of protesters gathered outside the courthouse to show solidarity with those arrested.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-deadly-house-fire-leaves-mother-and-her-seven-children-aged-2-to-14-dead-559276">France: Mother and her seven children, aged 2 to 14 dead&nbsp;in massive house fire</a>

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A mother and her seven children aged two to 14 were reported dead on Monday&nbsp;in France after a massive house fire broke out while they were sleeping, the rescue officials on the site said. The children included five girls and two boys. Julien Morino Ros, a local prosecutor told AFP that the mother and her children died from 'asphyxiation.'&nbsp;

The incident occurred around midnight in&nbsp;Charly-sur-Marne. Ros added that the fire origin appeared to be a malfunctioning clothes dryer on the ground floor of the house.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australian-mp-warns-parliament-ai-could-be-used-for-mass-destruction-in-speech-part-written-by-chatgpt-559316">In a speech part-written by ChatGPT, Julian Hill warns Australian parliament of the risks of AI</a>

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Julian Hill, a federal Labor MP, has claimed that artificial intelligence could be used for "mass destruction" in what is thought to be the first Australian parliamentary address partially produced by ChatGPT, as reported by the Guardian. The member for Bruce demanded on Monday that a white paper or investigation be conducted to examine the "risks and benefits" of AI, claiming that it may lead to academic cheating, job losses, discrimination, disinformation, and unfettered military applications.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/embattled-republican-leader-george-santos-accused-of-sexual-harassment-by-a-former-aide-559139">Embattled Republican leader George Santos accused of sexual harassment by a former aide</a>

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Embattled Republican leader George Santos has found himself mired in yet another controversy. A former aide has accused the New York congressman of sexual harassment&nbsp;by writing a letter to the House Ethics Committee.&nbsp;

The alleged victim had joined the Republican leader's office last month as a volunteer. He stated that the incident transpired on January 25, two days after he was hired and when he&nbsp;was alone with Santos in his personal office.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/grammy-awards-2023-harry-styles-topples-favorites-like-beyonce-adele-to-win-album-of-the-year-559110">Grammy Awards 2023: Harry Styles topples favourites like Beyonce, Adele to win album of the year</a>

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It's Harry's world and we are all living in it. Harry Styles emerged as the big winner on Sunday night as he took home the coveted Grammy for Album Of The Year. Many termed his win as surprising as he toppled over favourites Beyonce and Adele, his co-nominees in the category. Styles took home the Grammy for his third album, the blockbuster 'Harry's House', which has been his most intimate yet, which combined twangy synths and soft acoustics with very personal lyrics.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-salman-rushdie-speaks-for-the-first-time-about-fatal-new-york-knife-attack-ahead-of-victory-city-release-559277">Salman Rushdie speaks for the first time about fatal New York knife attack ahead of 'Victory City' release</a>

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Award-winning novelist Sir Salman Rushdie, who was stabbed last year at an event in New York, is all set to release his new novel 'Victoria City', an epic tale of a 14th-century woman who defies a patriarchal world to rule a city, on Tuesday. In a recent interview, he finally broke his silence and commented on the 'colossal attack', due to which he spent six weeks in hospital and lost vision in one eye.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/questions-raised-on-sunak-for-spending-thousands-on-helicopter-trips-since-becoming-pm-559216">Questions raised on Sunak for spending thousands on helicopter trips since becoming PM</a>

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s trip to his constituency in North Yorkshire cost thousands of pounds, the&nbsp;Guardian&nbsp;reported amidst criticism over his use of taxpayer-funded private jets to visit different parts of the country as the premiere.

The newspaper reported that Sunak used private helicopters from London on dates in November and December, costing about £16,000. It is said that the trips were privately funded.

Responding to the report, No 10 clarified that the prime minister paid for all his own travel. A spokesperson said, “We don’t comment on the prime minister’s travel.”

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In the latest, a devastating earthquake of 7.8-magnitude hit southern Turkiye and northern Syria. On the Russia-Ukraine front, reports suggest that convicted women are being recruited by the Russian army to fight the war.

In the latest, a devastating earthquake of 7.8-magnitude hit southern Turkiye and northern Syria. On the Russia-Ukraine front, reports suggest that convicted women are being recruited by the Russian army to fight the war. In Australia, MP, Julian Hill has warned the parliament of the perils of ChatGPT. Click on the headlines to read more More than 2,300 killed across Turkiye and Syria in devastating earthquake A devastating earthquake of 7.8-magnitude hit southern Turkiye and northern Syria early on Monday, in which more than 2,300 people were killed, as reported by AP. With hundreds of people badly injured, the toll continues to rise as survivors continue to be searched among the rubble by the rescue workers. According to Turkiye President Recep Tayyip Erdogan around 912 people lost their lives in 10 Turkish provinces, stated the news agency. The agency added that 5,400 people suffered injuries. Meanwhile, in Syria, the death toll increased to 592 with more than 1,000 injured, stated the Syrian state media. Seoul takes unspecified 'measures' after North Korean balloon briefly spotted over South Korea The "spy balloon" conundrum has the world and the politics over it is far from over. Now, South Korea has claimed that they have tracked a North Korean balloon over its territory. This development comes after a suspected Chinese spy balloon caused major geopolitical controversy after it was spotted in the airspace of the United States. Russia 'recruiting female prisoners' to contribute to Ukraine war, report claims A report published by the Ukrainian military claimed that convicted women are being recruited by Russia from penal colonies in Ukraine's occupied regions to help Moscow in its war effort. The military of Ukraine, in its intelligence report, stated that attempts are being made by the Russian forces to "replenish" their army. Trial begins for 47 pro-democracy voices in Hong Kong, protests take place outside court A trial has begun under Hong Kong's draconian national security law with 47 prominent pro-democracy figures taking the stand, a little more than two years after being rounded up in the custody by the authorities. The judicial proceedings are expected to last four months and if convicted, the defendants face up to life in prison. Notably, prior to the beginning of the trial, a small group of protesters gathered outside the courthouse to show solidarity with those arrested. France: Mother and her seven children, aged 2 to 14 dead in massive house fire A mother and her seven children aged two to 14 were reported dead on Monday in France after a massive house fire broke out while they were sleeping, the rescue officials on the site said. The children included five girls and two boys. Julien Morino Ros, a local prosecutor told AFP that the mother and her children died from 'asphyxiation.' The incident occurred around midnight in Charly-sur-Marne. Ros added that the fire origin appeared to be a malfunctioning clothes dryer on the ground floor of the house. In a speech part-written by ChatGPT, Julian Hill warns Australian parliament of the risks of AI Julian Hill, a federal Labor MP, has claimed that artificial intelligence could be used for "mass destruction" in what is thought to be the first Australian parliamentary address partially produced by ChatGPT, as reported by the Guardian. The member for Bruce demanded on Monday that a white paper or investigation be conducted to examine the "risks and benefits" of AI, claiming that it may lead to academic cheating, job losses, discrimination, disinformation, and unfettered military applications. Embattled Republican leader George Santos accused of sexual harassment by a former aide Embattled Republican leader George Santos has found himself mired in yet another controversy. A former aide has accused the New York congressman of sexual harassment by writing a letter to the House Ethics Committee. The alleged victim had joined the Republican leader's office last month as a volunteer. He stated that the incident transpired on January 25, two days after he was hired and when he was alone with Santos in his personal office. Grammy Awards 2023: Harry Styles topples favourites like Beyonce, Adele to win album of the year It's Harry's world and we are all living in it. Harry Styles emerged as the big winner on Sunday night as he took home the coveted Grammy for Album Of The Year. Many termed his win as surprising as he toppled over favourites Beyonce and Adele, his co-nominees in the category. Styles took home the Grammy for his third album, the blockbuster 'Harry's House', which has been his most intimate yet, which combined twangy synths and soft acoustics with very personal lyrics. Salman Rushdie speaks for the first time about fatal New York knife attack ahead of 'Victory City' release Award-winning novelist Sir Salman Rushdie, who was stabbed last year at an event in New York, is all set to release his new novel 'Victoria City', an epic tale of a 14th-century woman who defies a patriarchal world to rule a city, on Tuesday. In a recent interview, he finally broke his silence and commented on the 'colossal attack', due to which he spent six weeks in hospital and lost vision in one eye. Questions raised on Sunak for spending thousands on helicopter trips since becoming PM UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s trip to his constituency in North Yorkshire cost thousands of pounds, the Guardian reported amidst criticism over his use of taxpayer-funded private jets to visit different parts of the country as the premiere. The newspaper reported that Sunak used private helicopters from London on dates in November and December, costing about £16,000. It is said that the trips were privately funded. Responding to the report, No 10 clarified that the prime minister paid for all his own travel. A spokesperson said, “We don’t comment on the prime minister’s travel.”

Top 10 world news: Massive earthquake jolts Turkiye, Northern Syria, & more

In the latest,&nbsp;Pakistan’s former president and army chief General (retired) Pervez Musharraf,&nbsp;the architect of the Kargil War in 1999, passed away on Sunday morning at a hospital in Dubai.&nbsp;Large Chinese spy balloon believed to have been spying on vital military facilities across the nation has been shot down by the US near the east coast. In other news, the Indian government has blocked more than 200 betting, loan apps linked to China.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/paks-former-prez-and-army-chief-pervez-musharraf-passes-away-in-dubai-reports-558902">Pakistan’s former military ruler General (Retd) Pervez Musharraf dies in Dubai after long illness</a>

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Pakistan’s former president and army chief General (retired) Pervez Musharraf,&nbsp;the architect of the Kargil War in 1999, passed away on Sunday morning at a hospital in Dubai, according to media reports.&nbsp;The health of the 79-year-old, who was ill since 2019, had deteriorated recently after developing “heart- and blood pressure-related” complications.&nbsp;Musharraf was suffering from amyloidosis, a rare disease caused by a build-up of an abnormal protein called amyloid in the organs and tissues throughout the body and prevents them from working properly.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-shoots-down-suspected-chinese-spy-balloon-beijing-reacts-558889">US shoots down suspected Chinese spy balloon, Beijing reacts with threat of repercussions</a>

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The US has shot down the giant Chinese spy balloon near the east coast that was said to have been spying on sensitive military sites across the country.&nbsp;The Department of Defense confirmed in a statement that the US fighter jets brought down the balloon over US territorial waters.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-supreme-leader-khamenei-pardons-thousand-of-prisoners-amid-protests-558972">Iran Supreme leader Khamenei pardons thousand of prisoners amid protests</a>

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Iran's Supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has pardoned "tens of thousands" of prisoners which include those arrested in recent protest against the government, state media reported.

"Prisoners not facing charges of spying for foreign agencies, having direct contact with foreign agents, committing intentional murder and injury, committing destruction and arson of state property, or not having a private plaintiff in their case will be pardoned," state media said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-war-china-militarily-aiding-russias-offensive-says-report-558904">Ukraine war: China providing military assistance to Russia for its offensive, says report</a>
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China is militarily aiding Russia's offensive in Ukraine which will soon complete its one year. A report by the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) on Saturday (February 4) said that China is providing the technology that the Russian military needs for its ‘special military operation’ in Ukraine despite sanctions and export controls imposed by the West. According to Russian customs data reviewed by the WSJ, Chinese state-owned defence companies have been shipping navigation equipment, jamming technology and fighter-jet parts to sanctioned Russian government-owned defence companies.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-us-another-chinese-balloon-seen-flying-over-latin-america-pentagon-558701">After US, another Chinese balloon seen flying over Latin America: Pentagon</a>

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The Pentagon said on Friday (February 3) that a Chinese balloon was seen flying over Latin America also, a day after a similar balloon was seen&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/beijing-says-suspected-chinese-spy-balloon-in-us-airspace-is-civilian-airship-used-for-research-558615">in the United States</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/beijing-says-suspected-chinese-spy-balloon-in-us-airspace-is-civilian-airship-used-for-research-558615">skies</a>. According to a statement, Pentagon spokesperson Pat Ryder said, "We are seeing reports of a balloon transiting Latin America. We now assess it is another Chinese surveillance balloon." &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-government-blocks-more-than-200-apps-linked-to-china-reports-558952">Indian govt blocks more than 230 betting, loan apps linked to China: Report</a>

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The Narendra Modi government blocked 232 apps with Chinese links. An official familiar with developments told the news agency PTI on Sunday (February 5) that these apps were blocked for gambling and unauthorised loan service. "The order to block 138 apps that were involved in betting, gambling and money laundering was issued last evening. Separately, an order to block 94 apps engaged in unauthorised loan service has also been issued. These apps were being operated from offshore entities, including Chinese. They were posing a threat to the economic stability of the country," the official said.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/exclusive-india-supported-us-without-conditions-says-sri-lankan-high-commissioner-milinda-moragoda-558813">Exclusive: India supported us without conditions, says Sri Lankan High Commissioner Milinda Moragoda</a>

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Sri Lanka's High Commissioner to India Milinda Moragoda has lauded New Delhi's support to his country which came without "condition" and the package was "extremely flexible". India last year gave financial support of USD 4 billion as the country underwent a major economic crisis. Speaking to our diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal, High Commissioner Moragoda said, "India helped us to stabilise the economy and the country "reached out to the IMF and some of the bilateral partners like Japan."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/save-israels-democracy-from-netanyahu-anti-govt-protests-in-israel-continue-for-fifth-week-558941">'Save Israel's democracy from Netanyahu': Anti-govt protests continue for fifth week</a>

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Anti-government protests in Israel against the controversial legal reforms continued for the fifth week on Saturday (February 4) with thousands of demonstrators, braving the rain, swarming Tel Aviv's Kaplan Street, with signs criticising the establishment. One of the signs labelled the government as a "threat to world peace," while another said "Save Israel's democracy from Netanyahu," news agency AFP reported early Sunday.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/on-weapons-supply-to-ukraine-russian-envoy-says-the-us-could-go-to-absolute-madness-558786">Weapons supply to Ukraine shows US could go to absolute madness, says Russian ambassador</a>

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The United States is seeking to deliberately escalate the conflict between Russia and Ukraine by transferring increasingly powerful weapons to Kyiv, Russian ambassador to the United States Anatoly Antonov said on Friday.&nbsp;"Washington sees no boundaries in seeking to inflict a strategic defeat on Russia. The transfer of increasingly powerful weapons to the Kiev regime is a deliberate escalation of the conflict by the United States," the Russian embassy quoted Antonov as saying.&nbsp;

WATCH |&nbsp;Russia-Ukraine War: 50,000 left in dark in Ukraine's Odessa, 31 high-power generators to aid city

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In the latest, Pakistan’s former president and army chief General (retired) Pervez Musharraf, the architect of the Kargil War in 1999, passed away on Sunday morning at a hospital in Dubai.

In the latest, Pakistan’s former president and army chief General (retired) Pervez Musharraf, the architect of the Kargil War in 1999, passed away on Sunday morning at a hospital in Dubai. Large Chinese spy balloon believed to have been spying on vital military facilities across the nation has been shot down by the US near the east coast. In other news, the Indian government has blocked more than 200 betting, loan apps linked to China. Click on the headlines to read more. Pakistan’s former military ruler General (Retd) Pervez Musharraf dies in Dubai after long illness Pakistan’s former president and army chief General (retired) Pervez Musharraf, the architect of the Kargil War in 1999, passed away on Sunday morning at a hospital in Dubai, according to media reports. The health of the 79-year-old, who was ill since 2019, had deteriorated recently after developing “heart- and blood pressure-related” complications. Musharraf was suffering from amyloidosis, a rare disease caused by a build-up of an abnormal protein called amyloid in the organs and tissues throughout the body and prevents them from working properly. US shoots down suspected Chinese spy balloon, Beijing reacts with threat of repercussions The US has shot down the giant Chinese spy balloon near the east coast that was said to have been spying on sensitive military sites across the country. The Department of Defense confirmed in a statement that the US fighter jets brought down the balloon over US territorial waters. Iran Supreme leader Khamenei pardons thousand of prisoners amid protests Iran's Supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has pardoned "tens of thousands" of prisoners which include those arrested in recent protest against the government, state media reported. "Prisoners not facing charges of spying for foreign agencies, having direct contact with foreign agents, committing intentional murder and injury, committing destruction and arson of state property, or not having a private plaintiff in their case will be pardoned," state media said. Ukraine war: China providing military assistance to Russia for its offensive, says report China is militarily aiding Russia's offensive in Ukraine which will soon complete its one year. A report by the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) on Saturday (February 4) said that China is providing the technology that the Russian military needs for its ‘special military operation’ in Ukraine despite sanctions and export controls imposed by the West. According to Russian customs data reviewed by the WSJ, Chinese state-owned defence companies have been shipping navigation equipment, jamming technology and fighter-jet parts to sanctioned Russian government-owned defence companies. After US, another Chinese balloon seen flying over Latin America: Pentagon The Pentagon said on Friday (February 3) that a Chinese balloon was seen flying over Latin America also, a day after a similar balloon was seen in the United States skies. According to a statement, Pentagon spokesperson Pat Ryder said, "We are seeing reports of a balloon transiting Latin America. We now assess it is another Chinese surveillance balloon." Indian govt blocks more than 230 betting, loan apps linked to China: Report The Narendra Modi government blocked 232 apps with Chinese links. An official familiar with developments told the news agency PTI on Sunday (February 5) that these apps were blocked for gambling and unauthorised loan service. "The order to block 138 apps that were involved in betting, gambling and money laundering was issued last evening. Separately, an order to block 94 apps engaged in unauthorised loan service has also been issued. These apps were being operated from offshore entities, including Chinese. They were posing a threat to the economic stability of the country," the official said. Exclusive: India supported us without conditions, says Sri Lankan High Commissioner Milinda Moragoda Sri Lanka's High Commissioner to India Milinda Moragoda has lauded New Delhi's support to his country which came without "condition" and the package was "extremely flexible". India last year gave financial support of USD 4 billion as the country underwent a major economic crisis. Speaking to our diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal, High Commissioner Moragoda said, "India helped us to stabilise the economy and the country "reached out to the IMF and some of the bilateral partners like Japan." 'Save Israel's democracy from Netanyahu': Anti-govt protests continue for fifth week Anti-government protests in Israel against the controversial legal reforms continued for the fifth week on Saturday (February 4) with thousands of demonstrators, braving the rain, swarming Tel Aviv's Kaplan Street, with signs criticising the establishment. One of the signs labelled the government as a "threat to world peace," while another said "Save Israel's democracy from Netanyahu," news agency AFP reported early Sunday. Weapons supply to Ukraine shows US could go to absolute madness, says Russian ambassador The United States is seeking to deliberately escalate the conflict between Russia and Ukraine by transferring increasingly powerful weapons to Kyiv, Russian ambassador to the United States Anatoly Antonov said on Friday. "Washington sees no boundaries in seeking to inflict a strategic defeat on Russia. The transfer of increasingly powerful weapons to the Kiev regime is a deliberate escalation of the conflict by the United States," the Russian embassy quoted Antonov as saying. WATCH | Russia-Ukraine War: 50,000 left in dark in Ukraine's Odessa, 31 high-power generators to aid city

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In the latest, Russia has claimed to have captured a village near Ukraine's eastern Bakhmut town.&nbsp;The Indian IT firm, Infosys, has run into a dispute with the UK’s tax agency over a multimillion-pound corporation tax bill. In other news, Donald Trump has sued Bob Woodward over recordings.&nbsp;

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Russia has claimed to have taken control of a village, which is north of the eastern Ukrainian town of Bakhmut&nbsp;where both nation’s forces are currently engaged in a heavy battle.&nbsp;Blagodatne village is located near the salt-mining town of Soledar, which was recently captured by the Russian forces.

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Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman today tabled the Economic Survey 2022 in the Parliament, an annual flagship document that reviews the state of the economy. Every year, the Economic Survey is tabled a day before the presentation of the annual budget by the country’s finance minister. The survey has projected India’s GDP growth in a range of 6-6.8 per cent for the upcoming fiscal year 2023-24. This comes hours after the International Monetary Fund (IMF) projected India’s GDP growth at 6.1 per cent in the fiscal year 2023. Here are the key highlights of the Economic Survey, including projections around GST collection, inflation, pharmaceutical and health sector.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/hours-after-claiming-responsibility-ttp-denies-bombing-peshawar-mosque-local-outfit-role-suspected-557642">Hours after claiming responsibility, TTP denies bombing Peshawar mosque; local outfit role suspected &nbsp;</a>

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Hours after owning up the Peshawar mosque blast, Pakistani Taliban, also known as Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), distanced itself from the attack.&nbsp;

Earlier, a&nbsp;commander for TTP,&nbsp;Sarbakaf Mohmand,&nbsp;took responsibility for the bombing, claiming it was revenge for his brother killed in Afghanistan last year.&nbsp;

But hours later, TTP spokesperson Mohammad Khurasani distanced the group from the attack, saying that it was not its policy to target mosques, seminaries, and religious places. The spokesperson, however, did not address the previous claim of responsibility.&nbsp;

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The Indian IT firm, Infosys, has run in a dispute with the UK’s tax agency over a multimillion-pound corporation tax bill. &nbsp;

According to the Telegraph newspaper, the multinational firm—founded by British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s father-in-law Narayana Murthy—owes £20 million for a period from 2014 to 2017.&nbsp;

Infosys&nbsp;acknowledged the dispute and said that it had opened an appeal against HM Revenue &amp; Customs’s calculation.&nbsp;

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An unarmed Black man, named Tyre Nichols,&nbsp;was killed by police officers in Memphis&nbsp;after being severely&nbsp;beaten by them during a traffic check. Criminal charges were immediately brought against the five&nbsp;police officers involved&nbsp;after a careful examination of the evidence available.

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Donald Trump is suing Watergate scandal-famous writer Bob Woodward for exposing his interview tapes to the public and alleging that Woodward did not provide him permission to use the tapes for an audiobook.&nbsp;The former US president filed a lawsuit against Woodward, the publisher Simon &amp; Schuster, and its parent company Paramount Global on Monday for publishing the audio recordings of the conversations that took place between December 2019 and August 2020.

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The Dutch online marketplace OLX is cutting off 15 per cent&nbsp;of its global workforce, or around 1,500 workers, and is the latest company to do so in recent days.

“OLX is reducing its global workforce by 15% which affects staff across all countries, business units and job functions. We are taking necessary measures to reduce cost structure in light of changing macroeconomic conditions,” a company spokesperson confirmed to&nbsp;Financial Express.

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Indian finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman is all set to present the budget for 2023 on Wednesday (February 1). People across the nation have high hopes for this year's budget as the nation is still reviving from the economic slump after the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.&nbsp;The Narendra Modi government is likely to increase the rail budget and the focus will be on completion of projects.&nbsp;

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The sale of a toxic chemical DNP or 2.4 Dinitrophenol, often classified as a 'slimming pill', is under tight scrutiny by the UK Home Office department. The 'fat burner' medicine has been added to a list of poisons by the government after it was linked to the death of at least 33 people, reported the Independent.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/lionel-messi-reveals-his-instagram-account-was-blocked-after-world-cup-victory-557528">Lionel Messi reveals his Instagram account was blocked after World Cup victory</a>

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Lionel Messi has revealed that his Instagram account was 'blocked' after receiving 'a million messages', following Argentina's World Cup victory in December last year.&nbsp;

"My Instagram was blocked for a few days because of the amount of messages I received after winning the World Cup," Messi told Urbana Play in an interview.&nbsp;

The Argentine superstar also disclosed that he ran the Instagram account on his own, without the help of 'any company' or a third person to manage the posts.&nbsp;

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In the latest, Russia has claimed to have captured a village near Ukraine's eastern Bakhmut town. The Indian IT firm, Infosys, has run into a dispute with the UK’s tax agency over a multimillion-pound corporation tax bill.

In the latest, Russia has claimed to have captured a village near Ukraine's eastern Bakhmut town. The Indian IT firm, Infosys, has run into a dispute with the UK’s tax agency over a multimillion-pound corporation tax bill. In other news, Donald Trump has sued Bob Woodward over recordings. Click on the headlines to read more. Russia claims to have seized village near Ukraine’s eastern Bakhmut town Russia has claimed to have taken control of a village, which is north of the eastern Ukrainian town of Bakhmut where both nation’s forces are currently engaged in a heavy battle. Blagodatne village is located near the salt-mining town of Soledar, which was recently captured by the Russian forces. Economic Survey 2022: Key Highlights and summary; India’s economy to grow at highest rate among big economies Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman today tabled the Economic Survey 2022 in the Parliament, an annual flagship document that reviews the state of the economy. Every year, the Economic Survey is tabled a day before the presentation of the annual budget by the country’s finance minister. The survey has projected India’s GDP growth in a range of 6-6.8 per cent for the upcoming fiscal year 2023-24. This comes hours after the International Monetary Fund (IMF) projected India’s GDP growth at 6.1 per cent in the fiscal year 2023. Here are the key highlights of the Economic Survey, including projections around GST collection, inflation, pharmaceutical and health sector. Hours after claiming responsibility, TTP denies bombing Peshawar mosque; local outfit role suspected Hours after owning up the Peshawar mosque blast, Pakistani Taliban, also known as Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), distanced itself from the attack. Earlier, a commander for TTP, Sarbakaf Mohmand, took responsibility for the bombing, claiming it was revenge for his brother killed in Afghanistan last year. But hours later, TTP spokesperson Mohammad Khurasani distanced the group from the attack, saying that it was not its policy to target mosques, seminaries, and religious places. The spokesperson, however, did not address the previous claim of responsibility. Infosys, founded by PM Sunak’s father-in-law, in tax dispute with UK authorities The Indian IT firm, Infosys, has run in a dispute with the UK’s tax agency over a multimillion-pound corporation tax bill. According to the Telegraph newspaper, the multinational firm—founded by British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s father-in-law Narayana Murthy—owes £20 million for a period from 2014 to 2017. Infosys acknowledged the dispute and said that it had opened an appeal against HM Revenue & Customs’s calculation. Data lab | Gauging police brutality in the US, in charts An unarmed Black man, named Tyre Nichols, was killed by police officers in Memphis after being severely beaten by them during a traffic check. Criminal charges were immediately brought against the five police officers involved after a careful examination of the evidence available. US: Donald Trump sues Bob Woodward, book publisher over interview tapes Donald Trump is suing Watergate scandal-famous writer Bob Woodward for exposing his interview tapes to the public and alleging that Woodward did not provide him permission to use the tapes for an audiobook. The former US president filed a lawsuit against Woodward, the publisher Simon & Schuster, and its parent company Paramount Global on Monday for publishing the audio recordings of the conversations that took place between December 2019 and August 2020. OLX to layoff 15 per cent of its workforce globally, almost 1,500 employees to be impacted The Dutch online marketplace OLX is cutting off 15 per cent of its global workforce, or around 1,500 workers, and is the latest company to do so in recent days. “OLX is reducing its global workforce by 15% which affects staff across all countries, business units and job functions. We are taking necessary measures to reduce cost structure in light of changing macroeconomic conditions,” a company spokesperson confirmed to Financial Express. Budget 2023: Indian Railways might get 35 hydrogen, 500 Vande Bharat trains Indian finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman is all set to present the budget for 2023 on Wednesday (February 1). People across the nation have high hopes for this year's budget as the nation is still reviving from the economic slump after the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The Narendra Modi government is likely to increase the rail budget and the focus will be on completion of projects. UK to crack down on sale of DNP; a 'slimming pill' which claimed at least 33 lives The sale of a toxic chemical DNP or 2.4 Dinitrophenol, often classified as a 'slimming pill', is under tight scrutiny by the UK Home Office department. The 'fat burner' medicine has been added to a list of poisons by the government after it was linked to the death of at least 33 people, reported the Independent. Lionel Messi reveals his Instagram account was blocked after World Cup victory Lionel Messi has revealed that his Instagram account was 'blocked' after receiving 'a million messages', following Argentina's World Cup victory in December last year. "My Instagram was blocked for a few days because of the amount of messages I received after winning the World Cup," Messi told Urbana Play in an interview. The Argentine superstar also disclosed that he ran the Instagram account on his own, without the help of 'any company' or a third person to manage the posts.

Top 10 world news: Russia claims to have seized village near Ukraine’s eastern Bakhmut, & more

Following the confirmation of the demise of Pope Benedict XVI, former Catholic Church leader, tributes started pouring in from world leaders.&nbsp;Benedict passed away three days after the current church leader, Pope Francis warned the world he was&nbsp;"gravely" ill.&nbsp;

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz expressed his tribute to the Pope Emeritus by saying that the world is losing a special church leader, Reuters reported. 
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The Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid his tribute to the catholic leader. Modi described Benedict as "a man who devoted his entire life to the Church and the teachings of the Lord Christ. "

"He will be remembered for his rich service to society," he added.&nbsp;

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French Prime Minister Emmanuel Macron tweeted, "My thoughts go out to Catholics in France and around the world, bereaved by the departure of His Holiness Benedict XVI, who worked with soul and intelligence for a more fraternal world."

UN General Secretary Antonio Guterres on Twitter posted, "Principled in his faith, tireless in his pursuit of peace, and determined in his defence of human rights, he was a spiritual guide to millions across the world and one of the leading academic theologians of our time...His powerful calls for solidarity with marginalised people everywhere and his urgent appeals to close the widening gap between rich and poor are more relevant than ever."

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The Italian Prime Minister&nbsp;Giorgia&nbsp;Meloni described Benedict as a "giant of faith and reason."

"A man in love with the Lord who put his life at the service of the Universal Church and has spoken, and will continue to speak, to the hearts and minds of people with the spiritual, cultural and intellectual depth of his Magisterium. A Christian, a pastor, a theologian: a great man whom history will not forget," added Meloni.

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Following the confirmation of the demise of Pope Benedict XVI, former Catholic Church leader, tributes started pouring in from world leaders. Benedict passed away three days after the current church leader, Pope Francis warned the world he was "gravely" ill.

Following the confirmation of the demise of Pope Benedict XVI, former Catholic Church leader, tributes started pouring in from world leaders. Benedict passed away three days after the current church leader, Pope Francis warned the world he was "gravely" ill. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz expressed his tribute to the Pope Emeritus by saying that the world is losing a special church leader, Reuters reported. The Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid his tribute to the catholic leader. Modi described Benedict as "a man who devoted his entire life to the Church and the teachings of the Lord Christ. " "He will be remembered for his rich service to society," he added. Saddened by the passing away of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, who devoted his entire life to the Church and the teachings of Lord Christ. He will be remembered for his rich service to society. My thoughts are with the millions around the world who grieve his passing. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 31, 2022 × The 42-year-old Indian-origin UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak remembering Benedict's visit to the UK in 2010 described it as a "historic" moment for Catholics and non-Catholics. I am saddened to learn of the death of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI. He was a great theologian whose UK visit in 2010 was an historic moment for both Catholics and non-Catholics throughout our country. My thoughts are with Catholic people in the UK and around the world today. — Rishi Sunak (@RishiSunak) December 31, 2022 × The Royal family on Twitter also shared a tweet, sharing King Charles III's message of condolence to Pope Francis following the death of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI. The King has sent a message of condolence to Pope Francis following the death of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI: — The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) December 31, 2022 × French Prime Minister Emmanuel Macron tweeted, "My thoughts go out to Catholics in France and around the world, bereaved by the departure of His Holiness Benedict XVI, who worked with soul and intelligence for a more fraternal world." UN General Secretary Antonio Guterres on Twitter posted, "Principled in his faith, tireless in his pursuit of peace, and determined in his defence of human rights, he was a spiritual guide to millions across the world and one of the leading academic theologians of our time...His powerful calls for solidarity with marginalised people everywhere and his urgent appeals to close the widening gap between rich and poor are more relevant than ever." It is with great sadness that I have learned of the passing of His Holiness Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI. I offer my deepest condolences to Catholics and others around the world who were inspired by his life of prayer and tenacious commitment to non-violence and peace. — António Guterres (@antonioguterres) December 31, 2022 × The Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni described Benedict as a "giant of faith and reason." "A man in love with the Lord who put his life at the service of the Universal Church and has spoken, and will continue to speak, to the hearts and minds of people with the spiritual, cultural and intellectual depth of his Magisterium. A Christian, a pastor, a theologian: a great man whom history will not forget," added Meloni. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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The Indonesian government on Friday (December 30) issued an emergency regulation to replace the controversial Jobs Creation Law that was passed two years back. The regulation has been criticised by some legal experts who said it is an attempt by the government to bypass proper debate in Parliament.&nbsp;Addressing a press conference on Friday, President Joko Widodo said, "We know it looks like we're normal now, but global uncertainty, risk is haunting us ... Actually the world is not doing fine."

Widodo argued that Indonesia's economy would rely on investments and exports next year and that legal certainty about the law was crucial to maintain good investor perception,&nbsp; reports news agency Reuters.&nbsp;

Indonesia's chief economic minister Airlangga Hartarto, meanwhile, said the main consideration to issue the emergency regulation was a global recession risk next year, the war in Ukraine, climate change and the potential for a worldwide food, energy and monetary crisis.&nbsp;

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The Jobs Creation Law had revised over 70 other laws and was praised by foreign investors for streamlining rules in Indonesia. However, the legislation also lead to nationwide protests from workers, students and green groups who said it eroded labour and environmental protections, Reuters reported.&nbsp;

In 2021, the constitutional court ruled that the passage of the Jobs Creation Law was flawed because of inadequate public consultation. The court ordered lawmakers to restart the process within two years. The law would otherwise be deemed unconstitutional.

One of the biggest controversies in the law included relaxed rules on severance pay, contract labour and outsourcing, and changes to the minimum wage formula.&nbsp;

Bivitri Susanti, a constitutional law expert from the Indonesia Jentera School of Law, said the emergency regulation is a "fait accompli'' from President Widodo.&nbsp;

"Everyone can see there is no emergency. It's holiday time," Susanti said and pointed out the move is "ridiculous" and ''inappropriate'' as it would reduce debate time in Parliament.&nbsp;

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The Indonesian government on Friday (December 30) issued an emergency regulation to replace the controversial Jobs Creation Law that was passed two years back. The regulation has been criticised by some legal experts who said it is an attempt by the government to bypass proper debate in Parliament.

The Indonesian government on Friday (December 30) issued an emergency regulation to replace the controversial Jobs Creation Law that was passed two years back. The regulation has been criticised by some legal experts who said it is an attempt by the government to bypass proper debate in Parliament. Addressing a press conference on Friday, President Joko Widodo said, "We know it looks like we're normal now, but global uncertainty, risk is haunting us ... Actually the world is not doing fine." Widodo argued that Indonesia's economy would rely on investments and exports next year and that legal certainty about the law was crucial to maintain good investor perception, reports news agency Reuters. Indonesia's chief economic minister Airlangga Hartarto, meanwhile, said the main consideration to issue the emergency regulation was a global recession risk next year, the war in Ukraine, climate change and the potential for a worldwide food, energy and monetary crisis. ALSO READ | Indonesia removes all remaining measures to control Covid-19 pandemic The Jobs Creation Law had revised over 70 other laws and was praised by foreign investors for streamlining rules in Indonesia. However, the legislation also lead to nationwide protests from workers, students and green groups who said it eroded labour and environmental protections, Reuters reported. In 2021, the constitutional court ruled that the passage of the Jobs Creation Law was flawed because of inadequate public consultation. The court ordered lawmakers to restart the process within two years. The law would otherwise be deemed unconstitutional. One of the biggest controversies in the law included relaxed rules on severance pay, contract labour and outsourcing, and changes to the minimum wage formula. Bivitri Susanti, a constitutional law expert from the Indonesia Jentera School of Law, said the emergency regulation is a "fait accompli'' from President Widodo. "Everyone can see there is no emergency. It's holiday time," Susanti said and pointed out the move is "ridiculous" and ''inappropriate'' as it would reduce debate time in Parliament. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Indonesia issues emergency regulation to replace controversial job law; legal experts criticise move

At least five people were killed and 35 others were injured on Saturday (December 24) by a Russian missile strike in Kherson. In other news,&nbsp;the Taliban-run government of Afghanistan on Saturday banned female employees from working in any foreign and local non-governmental organisations (NGOs). Finally, at least 22 were killed when a fire ripped through a private care home for older people in the Siberian city of Kemerovo.&nbsp;

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Taking to Telegram, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the attack and shared pictures of the shelling. "Social networks will most likely mark these photos as 'sensitive content'. But this is not sensitive content – it is the real life of Ukraine and Ukrainians," Zelensky said.&nbsp;

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Economy ministry's spokesperson Abdulrahman Habib confirmed the letter in which it was stated that female employees are not permitted to work in NGOs until further notice because few employees have failed to adhere to the Islamic dress code for women, as interpreted by the Afghan administration.&nbsp;

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United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is facing criticism for an awkward conversation with a man during his volunteer work at a soup kitchen in London on Friday.&nbsp;

While serving breakfast to people at a shelter, run by the Passage, a man asked Sunak, "Are you sorting the economy out?" Sunak then said that is "exactly what I'm trying to do".&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-deadly-blaze-kills-22-at-private-nursing-home-for-elderly-546299">Russia: Fire kills at least 22 at an unregistered private nursing home for elderly</a>

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The investigative committee said on Telegram: "A fire broke out overnight in a private property used as an illegal nursing home." It added that "the death toll has risen to 22" as previous reports mentioned that 20 were killed.&nbsp;

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A feature which promoted safety resources, including suicide prevention hotlines, to users searching for certain content was restored by Twitter Inc after it faced heat over its removal from consumer safety groups and a few users, Reuters reported.

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The death sentence appeal made by one of the protesters was accepted by the Supreme Court in Iran while declining the appeal of another, the judiciary stated on Saturday.

Initially, the Court had stated that appeals made by both the protesters have been accepted. However, later the judiciary's Mizan news agency, in a statement, said, "The public relations of the Supreme Court of Iran has corrected its news: 'The appeal of Mohammad Qabadloo has not been accepted and the ruling has been confirmed. On the other hand, Iranian Kurdish rapper Saman Seydi Yasin's&nbsp;appeal has been accepted by the Supreme Court."

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At least 11 people have been killed in ongoing clashes between Arab and non-Arab groups in Sudan's Darfur.&nbsp;

The clashes began on&nbsp;Wednesday between Arab herders and the Daju minority and other non-Arab groups, AFP reported.&nbsp;

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In the backdrop of the Chinese government's accelerated unwinding of tough Covid-19 rules which had stunted economic growth, Hong Kong is planning to re-open its borders with Beijing from mid-January, said city Chief Executive John Lee on Saturday.&nbsp;While addressing a press meet&nbsp;at the Hong Kong airport after returning from a trip to China, Lee said that the city will "gradually, orderly, and fully" be re-opened so that the border can attain normalcy like it was before the outbreak of coronavirus.

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At least five people were killed and 35 others were injured on Saturday (December 24) by a Russian missile strike in Kherson. In other news, the Taliban-run government of Afghanistan on Saturday banned female employees from working in any foreign and local non-governmental organisations (NGOs).

At least five people were killed and 35 others were injured on Saturday (December 24) by a Russian missile strike in Kherson. In other news, the Taliban-run government of Afghanistan on Saturday banned female employees from working in any foreign and local non-governmental organisations (NGOs). Finally, at least 22 were killed when a fire ripped through a private care home for older people in the Siberian city of Kemerovo. Click on the headlines to read more: Five killed, 35 injured in Russian shelling in Kherson; Zelensky terms it ‘killing for pleasure’ Taking to Telegram, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the attack and shared pictures of the shelling. "Social networks will most likely mark these photos as 'sensitive content'. But this is not sensitive content – it is the real life of Ukraine and Ukrainians," Zelensky said. Taliban's war on women: Female employees banned from working in NGOs Economy ministry's spokesperson Abdulrahman Habib confirmed the letter in which it was stated that female employees are not permitted to work in NGOs until further notice because few employees have failed to adhere to the Islamic dress code for women, as interpreted by the Afghan administration. UK PM Rishi Sunak asks a homeless man if he works in 'business', Labour calls it 'excruciating' United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is facing criticism for an awkward conversation with a man during his volunteer work at a soup kitchen in London on Friday. While serving breakfast to people at a shelter, run by the Passage, a man asked Sunak, "Are you sorting the economy out?" Sunak then said that is "exactly what I'm trying to do". Russia: Fire kills at least 22 at an unregistered private nursing home for elderly The investigative committee said on Telegram: "A fire broke out overnight in a private property used as an illegal nursing home." It added that "the death toll has risen to 22" as previous reports mentioned that 20 were killed. Twitter restores feature promoting hotlines for suicide prevention A feature which promoted safety resources, including suicide prevention hotlines, to users searching for certain content was restored by Twitter Inc after it faced heat over its removal from consumer safety groups and a few users, Reuters reported. Iran's Supreme Court upholds death sentence appeal of one protester The death sentence appeal made by one of the protesters was accepted by the Supreme Court in Iran while declining the appeal of another, the judiciary stated on Saturday. Initially, the Court had stated that appeals made by both the protesters have been accepted. However, later the judiciary's Mizan news agency, in a statement, said, "The public relations of the Supreme Court of Iran has corrected its news: 'The appeal of Mohammad Qabadloo has not been accepted and the ruling has been confirmed. On the other hand, Iranian Kurdish rapper Saman Seydi Yasin's appeal has been accepted by the Supreme Court." 11 killed, 20 injured as clashes erupt between Arab and non-Arab group in Sudan's Darfur At least 11 people have been killed in ongoing clashes between Arab and non-Arab groups in Sudan's Darfur. The clashes began on Wednesday between Arab herders and the Daju minority and other non-Arab groups, AFP reported. Hong Kong prepares to re-open border with mainland China from mid-January In the backdrop of the Chinese government's accelerated unwinding of tough Covid-19 rules which had stunted economic growth, Hong Kong is planning to re-open its borders with Beijing from mid-January, said city Chief Executive John Lee on Saturday. While addressing a press meet at the Hong Kong airport after returning from a trip to China, Lee said that the city will "gradually, orderly, and fully" be re-opened so that the border can attain normalcy like it was before the outbreak of coronavirus. Watch | Gravitas Plus | Explained: China's deadliest Wuhan Virus wave Watch | US: IOWA sports reporter goes viral after being made weather reporter

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Russia's President Vladimir Putin on Sunday expressed his confidence in the Russian forces, saying they will definitely destroy the United States' Patriot missiles, which the latter has promised to send to war-ravaged Ukraine. In other news, 17 people were reported dead due to the arctic blizzard sweeping the United States and leaving its citizens freezing&nbsp;during the Christmas weekend.

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Russia's President Vladimir Putin said on Sunday (December 25) that Russian forces will destroy United States' patriot missiles which the US has promised to send to Ukraine. Putin said he was "100 per cent" confident. "Of course we will destroy it, 100 per cent!" Putin said referring to the missile system.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/17-killed-as-deadly-arctic-blast-sweeps-us-leaving-christmas-celebrations-in-deep-freeze-546477">17 killed as deadly arctic blast sweeps US leaving Christmas celebrations in deep freeze</a>

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The United States faced a fierce winter storm as parts of the country reported blizzard conditions on Saturday evening after millions of people were left in the dark without power due to the powerful Arctic blast earlier in the day making travel for home goers in Christmas a nightmare. The country has confirmed around 17 deaths related to the winter storm across eight states, as the nation continues to remain in deep freeze for the third day.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/prachanda-seeks-olis-support-to-become-nepals-next-pm-as-ruling-alliance-breaks-546490">Prachanda appointed as Nepal's PM with Oli-led CPN-UML's support</a>

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Ending the dramatic political chaos in Nepal, CPN-Maoist Centre chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal "Prachanda" was on Sunday appointed as the prime minister for the third time after receiving support from opposition CPN-UML and other smaller parties.&nbsp;

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Ten months into the ongoing armed conflict with Russia, Ukraine remains defiant. In a message on Saturday, the war-torn nation's President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Ukrainians will show the Russian aggressors that they remain unbowed despite the relentless attacks that have plunged millions into darkness, and that they will create their own Christmas magic.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-top-health-body-says-will-no-longer-publish-daily-covid-numbers-546408">China’s top health body says it will no longer publish daily Covid infection numbers</a>

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China's National Health Commission will no longer be publishing daily data on COVID-19 case figures for the country. The health agency, which as per Reuters has been publishing the numbers for the past three years, has said that starting Sunday, it won't release such data. However, the agency did not disclose the reasons behind this decision.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/three-ngos-suspend-operations-in-afghanistan-after-taliban-ban-female-employees-546512">Three NGOs suspend operations in Afghanistan after Taliban ban female employees</a>

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Three non-governmental organisations (NGOs), which includes Save the Children, on Sunday said that they will stop working in Afghanistan after the NGOs were ordered by the Taliban to stop female employees from working.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/former-maldives-president-yameen-found-guilty-of-corruption-546497">Former Maldives president Yameen found guilty of corruption</a>

 
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The criminal court in the Maldives on Sunday (December 25) found former president Abdulla Yameen guilty of corruption and money laundering. The charges were related to receiving kickbacks from a private company. The court said that the sentence will be announced soon. Yameen has denied the charges.

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The latest and the ninth instalment of the 'Twitter Files' has uncovered a web of coordination between the tech giant and US government agencies. Releasing the newest instalment on Christmas eve, Substack writer Matt Taibbi claims that it goes beyond the FBI which was acting as the "doorman to a vast programme of social media surveillance and censorship, encompassing agencies across the federal government – from the State Department to the Pentagon to the CIA."&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-christmas-message-pope-francis-appeals-to-end-russia-ukraines-senseless-war-546496">In Christmas message, Pope Francis appeals to end ‘senseless’ Russia-Ukraine war</a>

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Delivering his Christmas message on Sunday from St Peter's Basilica at the Vatican, Pope Francis called for ending the "senseless" war between Russia and Ukraine. The 86-year-old pope further warned that the ongoing war has aggravated food shortage in the world, and appealed to the leaders not to use "food as a weapon” for war.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-wages-next-year-will-be-at-their-lowest-level-since-2006-546444">UK average ‘real’ wages in 2023 likely to fall to their lowest level in more than a decade: PwC</a>

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Britons hoping for a new year's, holiday season salary bump amid high inflation and the cost of living crisis will likely be met with disappointment. As per a new estimate the average worker's pay next year will fall back to a level last seen more than a decade ago.&nbsp;

Russia's President Vladimir Putin on Sunday expressed his confidence in the Russian forces, saying they will definitely destroy the United States' Patriot missiles, which the latter has promised to send to war-ravaged Ukraine.

Russia's President Vladimir Putin on Sunday expressed his confidence in the Russian forces, saying they will definitely destroy the United States' Patriot missiles, which the latter has promised to send to war-ravaged Ukraine. In other news, 17 people were reported dead due to the arctic blizzard sweeping the United States and leaving its citizens freezing during the Christmas weekend. Click on the headlines to read more: Russian forces will destroy US Patriot missiles, I am 100 per cent confident, says Putin Russia's President Vladimir Putin said on Sunday (December 25) that Russian forces will destroy United States' patriot missiles which the US has promised to send to Ukraine. Putin said he was "100 per cent" confident. "Of course we will destroy it, 100 per cent!" Putin said referring to the missile system. 17 killed as deadly arctic blast sweeps US leaving Christmas celebrations in deep freeze The United States faced a fierce winter storm as parts of the country reported blizzard conditions on Saturday evening after millions of people were left in the dark without power due to the powerful Arctic blast earlier in the day making travel for home goers in Christmas a nightmare. The country has confirmed around 17 deaths related to the winter storm across eight states, as the nation continues to remain in deep freeze for the third day. Prachanda appointed as Nepal's PM with Oli-led CPN-UML's support Ending the dramatic political chaos in Nepal, CPN-Maoist Centre chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal "Prachanda" was on Sunday appointed as the prime minister for the third time after receiving support from opposition CPN-UML and other smaller parties. Defiant Volodymyr Zelensky says Ukraine will not bow down, but create its own ‘Christmas miracle’ Ten months into the ongoing armed conflict with Russia, Ukraine remains defiant. In a message on Saturday, the war-torn nation's President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Ukrainians will show the Russian aggressors that they remain unbowed despite the relentless attacks that have plunged millions into darkness, and that they will create their own Christmas magic. China’s top health body says it will no longer publish daily Covid infection numbers China's National Health Commission will no longer be publishing daily data on COVID-19 case figures for the country. The health agency, which as per Reuters has been publishing the numbers for the past three years, has said that starting Sunday, it won't release such data. However, the agency did not disclose the reasons behind this decision. Three NGOs suspend operations in Afghanistan after Taliban ban female employees Three non-governmental organisations (NGOs), which includes Save the Children, on Sunday said that they will stop working in Afghanistan after the NGOs were ordered by the Taliban to stop female employees from working. Former Maldives president Yameen found guilty of corruption The criminal court in the Maldives on Sunday (December 25) found former president Abdulla Yameen guilty of corruption and money laundering. The charges were related to receiving kickbacks from a private company. The court said that the sentence will be announced soon. Yameen has denied the charges. Twitter Files 9.0 reveals a web of ‘social media surveillance, censorship’ by not just FBI, other agencies too The latest and the ninth instalment of the 'Twitter Files' has uncovered a web of coordination between the tech giant and US government agencies. Releasing the newest instalment on Christmas eve, Substack writer Matt Taibbi claims that it goes beyond the FBI which was acting as the "doorman to a vast programme of social media surveillance and censorship, encompassing agencies across the federal government – from the State Department to the Pentagon to the CIA." In Christmas message, Pope Francis appeals to end ‘senseless’ Russia-Ukraine war Delivering his Christmas message on Sunday from St Peter's Basilica at the Vatican, Pope Francis called for ending the "senseless" war between Russia and Ukraine. The 86-year-old pope further warned that the ongoing war has aggravated food shortage in the world, and appealed to the leaders not to use "food as a weapon” for war. UK average ‘real’ wages in 2023 likely to fall to their lowest level in more than a decade: PwC Britons hoping for a new year's, holiday season salary bump amid high inflation and the cost of living crisis will likely be met with disappointment. As per a new estimate the average worker's pay next year will fall back to a level last seen more than a decade ago.

Top 10 world news: Putin says will destroy US Patriot missiles, US battles arctic blast and more

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Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky proposed a global peace summit this winter in a video message recorded just ahead of FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and France. Kyiv hoped the video message would be broadcast before the final but FIFA appears unlikely to allow such a move.

CNN reported on Friday that Zelenskiy had asked world soccer's governing body FIFA to let him share a message of peace before the final.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-to-launch-satellites-in-coming-months-says-minister-544258">Iran gearing up to launch two satellites in coming months, says minister</a>

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Iran's Telecommunications Minister Issa Zarepour said on Sunday that the Islamic Republic is preparing to launch "at least two satellites" into space by late March. His statement has come just a month after successful test of a launcher.&nbsp;The United States has in past repeatedly voiced its disapproval over such plans as it feels that such launches can boost Iran's ballistic missile technology, extending to the potential delivery of nuclear warheads.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-to-appoint-musicians-at-front-lines-of-its-ukraine-war-to-boost-morale-544261">Russia to deploy musicians at front lines of Ukraine war to boost morale of troops</a>

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Russia announced that musicians will be deployed at the front lines of its ongoing Ukraine war so as to boost the morale of fighting soldiers.&nbsp;This week, the formation of a "front-line creative brigade" was announced by the defence ministry, which it said would include both musicians and vocalists.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-2-killed-3-injured-in-shootout-at-apartment-in-atlanta-say-police-544228">US: Two teens killed, three injured in shootout at apartment in Atlanta, say police</a>

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Two teenagers were shot dead while three others were injured in a shootout in an apartment complex in Atlanta on Saturday. According to the police, officers responded to the apartment in Atlanta's southwest shortly after 5 pm.&nbsp;The two teenage boys killed were aged 14 and 16 and the injured were two boys- aged 11 and 15 and a 15-year-old girl, Deputy Chief Charles Hampton Jr said on Saturday while addressing a press conference, a report by news agency Associated Press said on Sunday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-parliaments-corruption-investigation-can-negatively-impact-relations-qatar-544227">EU parliament's corruption investigation can 'negatively' impact relations: Qatar</a>

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Condemning Belgium's corruption investigation as well as the suspension imposed on its access to the parliament of the European Union (EU), Qatar said that this could leave a “negative” impact on its relations and disturb natural gas supplies.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-pm-rishi-sunak-uses-troops-to-manage-christmas-strikes-544294">UK PM Rishi Sunak uses troops to manage Christmas strikes</a>

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Rishi Sunak, the prime minister of the United Kingdom, rebuked trade unions on Sunday for their "particularly cruelly timed" strikes during the Christmas holiday season, saying they had put millions of people through hardship. The government also announced plans to use about 1,200 troops to cover for the striking workers and maintain essential services.

Over the course of the upcoming weeks, there will be a wave of winter strikes that will include train employees, healthcare professionals, and border security personnel who are all calling for improved compensation and working conditions.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/afghanistan-at-least-12-die-after-oil-tanker-overturns-catches-fire-in-salang-pass-544231">Afghanistan: At least 19 killed as oil tanker overturns in Salang tunnel, catches fire, traps travellers</a>

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In Afghanistan's high-altitude Salang pass, an oil tanker overturned and caught fire, killing 19 people and wounding dozens, according to authorities on Sunday. The accident&nbsp; occurred late on Saturday in the Parwan province, which is north of Kabul, and trapped travellers on both sides of the mountain pass. According to Hamidullah Misbah, spokesperson for the Ministry of Public Works, at least 19 individuals were killed and 37 others were injured in the accident. He also noted that the number of casualties was likely to climb.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nepal-president-gives-one-week-deadline-to-parties-to-form-new-government-544275">Nepal president grants one-week time to parties for forming new government</a>

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Nepal's President Bidhya Devi Bhandari on Sunday asked the political parties of the country to complete the formation of a new government in a week after the national elections were held last month which produced inconclusive results.&nbsp;

The country's ruling alliance, headed by Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba's Nepali Congress and the main opposition party, Nepal Communist Unified Marxist-Leninist (UML), will require the support of smaller groups for the new government's formation.

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Zelensky proposes global peace summit, hopes message will be broadcast in FIFA final Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky proposed a global peace summit this winter in a video message recorded just ahead of FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and France.

Zelensky proposes global peace summit, hopes message will be broadcast in FIFA final Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky proposed a global peace summit this winter in a video message recorded just ahead of FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and France. Kyiv hoped the video message would be broadcast before the final but FIFA appears unlikely to allow such a move. CNN reported on Friday that Zelenskiy had asked world soccer's governing body FIFA to let him share a message of peace before the final. Iran gearing up to launch two satellites in coming months, says minister Iran's Telecommunications Minister Issa Zarepour said on Sunday that the Islamic Republic is preparing to launch "at least two satellites" into space by late March. His statement has come just a month after successful test of a launcher. The United States has in past repeatedly voiced its disapproval over such plans as it feels that such launches can boost Iran's ballistic missile technology, extending to the potential delivery of nuclear warheads. Russia to deploy musicians at front lines of Ukraine war to boost morale of troops Russia announced that musicians will be deployed at the front lines of its ongoing Ukraine war so as to boost the morale of fighting soldiers. This week, the formation of a "front-line creative brigade" was announced by the defence ministry, which it said would include both musicians and vocalists. US: Two teens killed, three injured in shootout at apartment in Atlanta, say police Two teenagers were shot dead while three others were injured in a shootout in an apartment complex in Atlanta on Saturday. According to the police, officers responded to the apartment in Atlanta's southwest shortly after 5 pm. The two teenage boys killed were aged 14 and 16 and the injured were two boys- aged 11 and 15 and a 15-year-old girl, Deputy Chief Charles Hampton Jr said on Saturday while addressing a press conference, a report by news agency Associated Press said on Sunday. EU parliament's corruption investigation can 'negatively' impact relations: Qatar Condemning Belgium's corruption investigation as well as the suspension imposed on its access to the parliament of the European Union (EU), Qatar said that this could leave a “negative” impact on its relations and disturb natural gas supplies. UK PM Rishi Sunak uses troops to manage Christmas strikes Rishi Sunak, the prime minister of the United Kingdom, rebuked trade unions on Sunday for their "particularly cruelly timed" strikes during the Christmas holiday season, saying they had put millions of people through hardship. The government also announced plans to use about 1,200 troops to cover for the striking workers and maintain essential services. Over the course of the upcoming weeks, there will be a wave of winter strikes that will include train employees, healthcare professionals, and border security personnel who are all calling for improved compensation and working conditions. Afghanistan: At least 19 killed as oil tanker overturns in Salang tunnel, catches fire, traps travellers In Afghanistan's high-altitude Salang pass, an oil tanker overturned and caught fire, killing 19 people and wounding dozens, according to authorities on Sunday. The accident occurred late on Saturday in the Parwan province, which is north of Kabul, and trapped travellers on both sides of the mountain pass. According to Hamidullah Misbah, spokesperson for the Ministry of Public Works, at least 19 individuals were killed and 37 others were injured in the accident. He also noted that the number of casualties was likely to climb. Nepal president grants one-week time to parties for forming new government Nepal's President Bidhya Devi Bhandari on Sunday asked the political parties of the country to complete the formation of a new government in a week after the national elections were held last month which produced inconclusive results. The country's ruling alliance, headed by Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba's Nepali Congress and the main opposition party, Nepal Communist Unified Marxist-Leninist (UML), will require the support of smaller groups for the new government's formation. Watch | US: Donald Trump introduces NFT digital cards ahead of holiday season Watch | FIFA World Cup final between France and Argentina; Lionel Messi will be playing his last WC match

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-holds-phone-conversation-with-putin-reviews-energy-trade-and-defence-ties-543698">PM Modi holds phone conversation with Putin, reviews energy, trade and defence ties</a>

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Kremlin informed on Friday (December 16) that Russian President Vladimir Putin held a telephonic conversation with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss a range of issues of mutual and global interest.&nbsp;Indian prime minister's office stated that regarding the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, which started on February 24 and led to massive food and fuel crises, PM Modi reiterated his call for dialogue and diplomacy as the only way forward.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/new-low-even-for-pakistan-india-strongly-condemns-billawal-bhuttos-comment-543737">'New low even for Pakistan': India strongly condemns Billawal Bhutto's comment</a>

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The Indian ministry of external affairs has condemned Pakistan Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto for his latest comments, calling it a “new low even for Pakistan”. In a recent interview, Bhutto was asked about India calling Pakistan the “epicentre of terrorism” and he responded that "Osama bin Laden is dead, but the butcher of Gujarat lives". The comment sparked a major controversy on social media with users criticising the politician and the Indian government has&nbsp;come out with an official statement about it.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-launches-60-missiles-strikes-across-ukraine-at-least-two-dead-543783">Russia launches 60 missiles strike across Ukraine, at least two dead</a>

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Russian forces on Friday launched at least 60 missiles across Ukraine, with explosions reported in at least 4 cities including the capital Kyiv. Blasts and gunfire from air-defence systems echoed across the war-torn nation.

Authorities on social media reported explosions and missile strikes in Kyiv, southern Kryvyi Rih, southeastern Zaporizhzhia, and northeastern Kharkiv, a report by news agency Associated Press said.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/he-abandoned-tesla-companys-investors-lash-out-at-elon-musks-twitter-focus-543750">'He abandoned Tesla': Company's investors lash out at Elon Musk's Twitter focus</a>

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Investors at Tesla have lashed out at its chief executive officer (CEO) Elon Musk for his distraction from the electric car company after its shares declined to hit their lowest levels in over two years on Wednesday. Musk, who took over Twitter in October, has diverted most of his attention towards running the social media giant.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/worlds-largest-freestanding-aquarium-bursts-in-berlin-leaving-trail-of-destruction-543686">World’s largest freestanding aquarium bursts in Berlin, leaving trail of destruction</a>

World’s one of the largest freestanding aquariums placed in a hotel in central Berlin burst on Friday, spilling one&nbsp;million litres of water and debris onto a major road in the busy Mitte district.

The 14-metre-high cylindrical aquarium housed 1,500 tropical fish of 80 different species.

According to reports, the incident at the AquaDom aquarium happened around 5.50 am (local time). The cause of the burst is being investigated.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-washington-post-ceo-announces-impending-layoffs-leaves-meeting-midway-infuriating-employees-543717">Washington Post CEO announces impending layoffs, leaves meeting midway infuriating employees</a>

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At a town hall meeting on Wednesday, the CEO of The Washington Post, Fred Ryan, announced that there would be some layoffs in the first quarter of 2023 before leaving and skipping several important concerns from the audience.The Jeff Bezos-owned news organisation made the decision to shut shop on its Sunday magazine and lay off 11 employees.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cyril-ramaphosa-expected-to-win-re-election-as-anc-leader-in-south-africa-543797">Cyril Ramaphosa expected to win re-election as ANC leader in South Africa</a>

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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa looks all set to retain his position as the leader of the country’s ruling party African National Congress (ANC) despite major corruption charges. The veteran politician has been in the headlines for his involvement in a tax evasion plot but a motion for impeachment against him was completely dismissed after a parliamentary vote. The support is expected to continue from his party as the leadership vote will take place in Johannesburg on Saturday.&nbsp;

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WATCH |&nbsp;Reports: Eva Kaili's partner confesses role in European Parliament corruption case

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<div class="videoWrapper trancodeVideo">The Thailand princess Bajrakitiyabha recently suffered a heart attack while she was out walking her dog, the palace&nbsp;confirmed. She was then immediately taken to the Pak Chong Nana hospital near Bangkok and the official posted on social media that she is "ill and lost consciousness". The King of Thailand reportedly flies to Bangkok on his helicopter to meet his daughter.&nbsp;</div>

PM Modi holds phone conversation with Putin, reviews energy, trade and defence ties Kremlin informed on Friday (December 16) that Russian President Vladimir Putin held a telephonic conversation with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss a range of issues of mutual and global interest.

PM Modi holds phone conversation with Putin, reviews energy, trade and defence ties Kremlin informed on Friday (December 16) that Russian President Vladimir Putin held a telephonic conversation with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss a range of issues of mutual and global interest. Indian prime minister's office stated that regarding the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, which started on February 24 and led to massive food and fuel crises, PM Modi reiterated his call for dialogue and diplomacy as the only way forward. 'New low even for Pakistan': India strongly condemns Billawal Bhutto's comment The Indian ministry of external affairs has condemned Pakistan Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto for his latest comments, calling it a “new low even for Pakistan”. In a recent interview, Bhutto was asked about India calling Pakistan the “epicentre of terrorism” and he responded that "Osama bin Laden is dead, but the butcher of Gujarat lives". The comment sparked a major controversy on social media with users criticising the politician and the Indian government has come out with an official statement about it. Russia launches 60 missiles strike across Ukraine, at least two dead Russian forces on Friday launched at least 60 missiles across Ukraine, with explosions reported in at least 4 cities including the capital Kyiv. Blasts and gunfire from air-defence systems echoed across the war-torn nation. Authorities on social media reported explosions and missile strikes in Kyiv, southern Kryvyi Rih, southeastern Zaporizhzhia, and northeastern Kharkiv, a report by news agency Associated Press said. 'He abandoned Tesla': Company's investors lash out at Elon Musk's Twitter focus Investors at Tesla have lashed out at its chief executive officer (CEO) Elon Musk for his distraction from the electric car company after its shares declined to hit their lowest levels in over two years on Wednesday. Musk, who took over Twitter in October, has diverted most of his attention towards running the social media giant. World’s largest freestanding aquarium bursts in Berlin, leaving trail of destruction World’s one of the largest freestanding aquariums placed in a hotel in central Berlin burst on Friday, spilling one million litres of water and debris onto a major road in the busy Mitte district. The 14-metre-high cylindrical aquarium housed 1,500 tropical fish of 80 different species. According to reports, the incident at the AquaDom aquarium happened around 5.50 am (local time). The cause of the burst is being investigated. Washington Post CEO announces impending layoffs, leaves meeting midway infuriating employees At a town hall meeting on Wednesday, the CEO of The Washington Post, Fred Ryan, announced that there would be some layoffs in the first quarter of 2023 before leaving and skipping several important concerns from the audience.The Jeff Bezos-owned news organisation made the decision to shut shop on its Sunday magazine and lay off 11 employees. Cyril Ramaphosa expected to win re-election as ANC leader in South Africa South African President Cyril Ramaphosa looks all set to retain his position as the leader of the country’s ruling party African National Congress (ANC) despite major corruption charges. The veteran politician has been in the headlines for his involvement in a tax evasion plot but a motion for impeachment against him was completely dismissed after a parliamentary vote. The support is expected to continue from his party as the leadership vote will take place in Johannesburg on Saturday. WATCH | U.S. Senate approves $858 Billion Defence Act, sending bill to Biden WATCH | Reports: Eva Kaili's partner confesses role in European Parliament corruption case Who is Princess Bajrakitiyabha? A law graduate, ambassador and the next-in-line for Thai throne The Thailand princess Bajrakitiyabha recently suffered a heart attack while she was out walking her dog, the palace confirmed. She was then immediately taken to the Pak Chong Nana hospital near Bangkok and the official posted on social media that she is "ill and lost consciousness". The King of Thailand reportedly flies to Bangkok on his helicopter to meet his daughter.

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In the latest, the Chinese army has alleged that&nbsp;Indian troops 'illegally' crossed the border in Arunachal's Tawang and "obstructed" Chinese troops, triggering a fresh stand-off last week. In a first,&nbsp;New Zealand passed legislation banning cigarettes for future generations. In other news, EU has finally agreed to grant candidate status to Bosnia.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-lac-intrusion-attempt-set-to-rock-indian-parliament-542512">Tawang skirmish: Chinese army alleges Indian troops 'illegally' crossed border</a>

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The Chinese military blamed the Indian troops for 'illegally' crossing the Line of Actual Control and “obstructing" Chinese border patrol troops leading to the stand-off between the two armies on December 9. According to a statement by a People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Western Theatre Command spokesman, the Chinese troops “were obstructed by the Indian army who illegally crossed the Line (of Actual Control)". “Our response measures were professional, standard, and forceful, and stabilized the situation on the ground. At present, China and India have disengaged," he added according to AFP.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-needs-more-than-800-million-in-energy-sector-aid-says-volodymyr-zelensky-542661">Ukraine needs more than $800 million in energy sector aid, says Volodymyr Zelensky</a>

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr&nbsp;Zelensky&nbsp;said on Tuesday that the country will need emergency aid to its energy sector in excess of $843 million. Due to the ongoing conflict with Russia, the power grids and key energy infrastructures in Ukraine have suffered quite a bit resulting in major blackouts and power failures. As a result, over 10 million people in Ukraine may have to spend the winters without any electricity and even the World Health Organisation (WHO) believes that it can turn “deadly” for them.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/discovery-of-new-debris-suggests-mh370-might-have-been-deliberately-downed-says-report-542606">Discovery of new debris suggests MH370 might have been deliberately downed, says report</a>

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The discovery of a piece of debris of the Malaysian Airlines flight MH370 suggests that the pilot might have downed the plane deliberately into the ocean. &nbsp;landing gear was down when it hit the ocean. The Independent reported that a Madagascan fisherman was found to be in the possession of a landing gear door of the doomed Boeing 777 25 days ago.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-zealand-passed-the-worlds-first-law-to-ban-smoking-for-the-next-generation-542697">New Zealand passes the world’s first law to ban smoking for the next generation</a>

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New Zealand has introduced what may be the toughest crackdown on tobacco in the world as it moves to ban the purchase of tobacco for future generations. The first-of-its-kind anti-smoking laws will go into effect in 2023 and stop those aged 14 and younger from ever being able to buy cigarettes successfully outlawing smoking for the next generation in New Zealand.&nbsp;

The series of new laws passed in parliament, on Tuesday, are some of the most strict in the world. “This legislation accelerates progress towards a smokefree future”, said the country’s Associate Health Minister, Dr Ayesha Verrall, in a statement.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-nations-agree-to-grant-bosnia-candidate-status-after-years-of-standstill-542767">EU nations agree to grant Bosnia candidate status after years of standstill</a>

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Bosnia is now at the start of a laborious path to membership after the European Union decided to award it "candidate status" on Tuesday. The European Union's willingness to consider allowing in more of its eastern neighbours has been stagnant for years, but Russia's assault on Ukraine has given it new energy. The EU is worried that if nations hoping to join the organisation are denied entry, other powers, like Russia or China, may expand their influence into the Balkans.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-a-first-eu-strikes-deal-on-carbon-border-tariff-542730">In a first, EU strikes deal on carbon border tariff</a>

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The European Union struck a political deal&nbsp;on Tuesday to impose a carbon dioxide emissions price on imports of polluting commodities like steel and cement, a groundbreaking programme intended to boost European companies as they decarbonize. The decision came about after all-night talks.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-delays-key-economic-policy-meeting-as-covid-cases-rise-542743">China delays key economic policy meeting as Covid cases rise</a>

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After a spike in Covid cases in Beijing, China has put a&nbsp;critical&nbsp;economic policy meeting scheduled to begin this week on the back burner, as reported by Bloomberg.&nbsp;The Central Economic Work Conference, which President Xi Jinping typically attends, has not yet been rescheduled, according to the sources who asked to remain anonymous because they were sharing sensitive material.

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In the latest, the Chinese army has alleged that Indian troops 'illegally' crossed the border in Arunachal's Tawang and "obstructed" Chinese troops, triggering a fresh stand-off last week.

In the latest, the Chinese army has alleged that Indian troops 'illegally' crossed the border in Arunachal's Tawang and "obstructed" Chinese troops, triggering a fresh stand-off last week. In a first, New Zealand passed legislation banning cigarettes for future generations. In other news, EU has finally agreed to grant candidate status to Bosnia. Click on the headlines to read more. Tawang skirmish: Chinese army alleges Indian troops 'illegally' crossed border The Chinese military blamed the Indian troops for 'illegally' crossing the Line of Actual Control and “obstructing" Chinese border patrol troops leading to the stand-off between the two armies on December 9. According to a statement by a People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Western Theatre Command spokesman, the Chinese troops “were obstructed by the Indian army who illegally crossed the Line (of Actual Control)". “Our response measures were professional, standard, and forceful, and stabilized the situation on the ground. At present, China and India have disengaged," he added according to AFP. Ukraine needs more than $800 million in energy sector aid, says Volodymyr Zelensky Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Tuesday that the country will need emergency aid to its energy sector in excess of $843 million. Due to the ongoing conflict with Russia, the power grids and key energy infrastructures in Ukraine have suffered quite a bit resulting in major blackouts and power failures. As a result, over 10 million people in Ukraine may have to spend the winters without any electricity and even the World Health Organisation (WHO) believes that it can turn “deadly” for them. Discovery of new debris suggests MH370 might have been deliberately downed, says report The discovery of a piece of debris of the Malaysian Airlines flight MH370 suggests that the pilot might have downed the plane deliberately into the ocean. landing gear was down when it hit the ocean. The Independent reported that a Madagascan fisherman was found to be in the possession of a landing gear door of the doomed Boeing 777 25 days ago. New Zealand passes the world’s first law to ban smoking for the next generation New Zealand has introduced what may be the toughest crackdown on tobacco in the world as it moves to ban the purchase of tobacco for future generations. The first-of-its-kind anti-smoking laws will go into effect in 2023 and stop those aged 14 and younger from ever being able to buy cigarettes successfully outlawing smoking for the next generation in New Zealand. The series of new laws passed in parliament, on Tuesday, are some of the most strict in the world. “This legislation accelerates progress towards a smokefree future”, said the country’s Associate Health Minister, Dr Ayesha Verrall, in a statement. EU nations agree to grant Bosnia candidate status after years of standstill Bosnia is now at the start of a laborious path to membership after the European Union decided to award it "candidate status" on Tuesday. The European Union's willingness to consider allowing in more of its eastern neighbours has been stagnant for years, but Russia's assault on Ukraine has given it new energy. The EU is worried that if nations hoping to join the organisation are denied entry, other powers, like Russia or China, may expand their influence into the Balkans. In a first, EU strikes deal on carbon border tariff The European Union struck a political deal on Tuesday to impose a carbon dioxide emissions price on imports of polluting commodities like steel and cement, a groundbreaking programme intended to boost European companies as they decarbonize. The decision came about after all-night talks. China delays key economic policy meeting as Covid cases rise After a spike in Covid cases in Beijing, China has put a critical economic policy meeting scheduled to begin this week on the back burner, as reported by Bloomberg. The Central Economic Work Conference, which President Xi Jinping typically attends, has not yet been rescheduled, according to the sources who asked to remain anonymous because they were sharing sensitive material. WATCH | WION Climate Tracker: US to reveal fusion energy 'breakthrough' WATCH | South Korea, U.S. and Japan to coordinate sanctions on North Korea WATCH | China challenges U.S. chip curbs at WTO

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In the latest,&nbsp;Indian and Chinese troops clashed along the&nbsp;Line of Actual Control in Arunachal Pradesh&nbsp;last week resulting in some jawans suffering minor injuries, the Army said on Monday. In Kabul,&nbsp;security forces killed three militants who raided a hotel in Kabul’s Shar-e-Naw, housing Chinese diplomats and investors on Monday, causing an explosion and gunfire.&nbsp;

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A number of Indian soldiers were engaged in a clash with Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA)&nbsp;at Yangtse, Tawang in Arunachal Pradesh on December 9. Sources claimed that few Indian soldiers were injured in the altercation and as a follow-up to the incident, the Indian Commander in the area held a Flag Meeting with his counterpart to discuss the issue in accordance with structured mechanisms.&nbsp;

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The European Union is faced with a major corruption scandal following an investigation into alleged illicit lobbying activities by Qatar. A top MEP has also been suspended from her party due to the ongoing probe that has led to four people being detained.&nbsp;

Belgian police searched 16 homes in and around Brussels on Friday as part of the inquiry. According to Belgian media outlet Knack, investigators are looking into whether Qatar tried to influence positions in the Parliament in ways that “go beyond classic lobbying". "Roughly €600,000 ($631,000) in cash,” cellphones and computer equipment were seized in the raids.

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Gunmen opened fire on Monday (December 12) near a guest house popular with Chinese business visitors in Afghanistan's capital of Kabul, an eye witness told the news agency AFP and also stated that a loud explosion was heard.&nbsp;

The media reports mentioned that the guest house is situated in the Shahr-e-Naw area, which is in the centre of Kabul.&nbsp;

The Taliban have confirmed that the attack has ended and that all three&nbsp;attackers were killed. The authorities also said that at least&nbsp;two people were injured as a result of jumping out of the window.&nbsp;

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The Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare in Japan&nbsp;is hoping that the promise of some more money in the bank would encourage more people to add a kid to their family. Japan has been attempting to boost its low and decreasing birth rate for some time.

A 420,000 yen Childbirth and Childcare Lump-Sum Grant is now given to new parents in Japan following the birth of their child. Katsunobu Kato, the minister of health, labour, and welfare, wants to increase that amount to 500,000 yen. He met with the prime minister of Japan, Fumio Kishida, last week to discuss the proposal, which is anticipated to be approved and implemented for the 2023 fiscal year, which begins in the spring, as reported by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/nasas-orion-capsule-returns-to-earth-following-a-record-voyage-around-the-moon-542120">Japan</a>&nbsp;Today.&nbsp;

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China has been gradually easing certain coronavirus measures but the nation still continues its fight against the pandemic of misinformation related to COVID-19.&nbsp;

Despite the sudden spike in positive Covid cases in the past couple of weeks, Beijing loosened some of the restrictions that were part of the "zero-Covid" policy.&nbsp;

The stringent Covid curbs caused a massive impact on the economy, and frustrated people also protested against the regime, demanding the removal of measures.&nbsp;

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For the second time in less than a week, the Islamic Republic of Iran has executed a man linked to the nation's anti-hijab protests.

Majid Reza Rahnavard was executed by hanging in public for "waging a war against God".

As per an agency report quoting the Iranian judiciary's news agency Mizan, Rahnavard was "sentenced to death on November 29 for killing two security guards with a knife and wounding four others".

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The annual press conference held by Russian President Vladimir Putin, which has been dominated by Moscow's incursion in Ukraine, will not take place this year, the Kremlin announced on Monday. Dmitry Peskov, a spokesperson for the Kremlin, said: "There won't be (a press&nbsp;conference) before the New Year. Putin, he continued, "frequently speaks to the press, even on international tours."

Peskov gave&nbsp;no explanation for the deviation from protocol. In the majority of the years since he came to power in 2000, Putin has conducted a press conference in December.&nbsp;

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In the latest, Indian and Chinese troops clashed along the Line of Actual Control in Arunachal Pradesh last week resulting in some jawans suffering minor injuries, the Army said on Monday.

In the latest, Indian and Chinese troops clashed along the Line of Actual Control in Arunachal Pradesh last week resulting in some jawans suffering minor injuries, the Army said on Monday. In Kabul, security forces killed three militants who raided a hotel in Kabul’s Shar-e-Naw, housing Chinese diplomats and investors on Monday, causing an explosion and gunfire. Click on the headlines for more. Indian soldiers clash with Chinese Army in Arunachal Pradesh, injuries on both sides A number of Indian soldiers were engaged in a clash with Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) at Yangtse, Tawang in Arunachal Pradesh on December 9. Sources claimed that few Indian soldiers were injured in the altercation and as a follow-up to the incident, the Indian Commander in the area held a Flag Meeting with his counterpart to discuss the issue in accordance with structured mechanisms. EU calls corruption charges 'very very worrisome' as Greece freezes Eva Kaili's assets The European Union is faced with a major corruption scandal following an investigation into alleged illicit lobbying activities by Qatar. A top MEP has also been suspended from her party due to the ongoing probe that has led to four people being detained. Belgian police searched 16 homes in and around Brussels on Friday as part of the inquiry. According to Belgian media outlet Knack, investigators are looking into whether Qatar tried to influence positions in the Parliament in ways that “go beyond classic lobbying". "Roughly €600,000 ($631,000) in cash,” cellphones and computer equipment were seized in the raids. Kabul: Attackers killed after blast and gunfire near building housing Chinese nationals Gunmen opened fire on Monday (December 12) near a guest house popular with Chinese business visitors in Afghanistan's capital of Kabul, an eye witness told the news agency AFP and also stated that a loud explosion was heard. The media reports mentioned that the guest house is situated in the Shahr-e-Naw area, which is in the centre of Kabul. The Taliban have confirmed that the attack has ended and that all three attackers were killed. The authorities also said that at least two people were injured as a result of jumping out of the window. Japan to pay people to have babies in an attempt to boost declining birth rate The Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare in Japan is hoping that the promise of some more money in the bank would encourage more people to add a kid to their family. Japan has been attempting to boost its low and decreasing birth rate for some time. A 420,000 yen Childbirth and Childcare Lump-Sum Grant is now given to new parents in Japan following the birth of their child. Katsunobu Kato, the minister of health, labour, and welfare, wants to increase that amount to 500,000 yen. He met with the prime minister of Japan, Fumio Kishida, last week to discuss the proposal, which is anticipated to be approved and implemented for the 2023 fiscal year, which begins in the spring, as reported by Japan Today. Fighting Covid misinformation is China's new worry amid stockpiling and panic-buying of drugs China has been gradually easing certain coronavirus measures but the nation still continues its fight against the pandemic of misinformation related to COVID-19. Despite the sudden spike in positive Covid cases in the past couple of weeks, Beijing loosened some of the restrictions that were part of the "zero-Covid" policy. The stringent Covid curbs caused a massive impact on the economy, and frustrated people also protested against the regime, demanding the removal of measures. Iran executes second protester in less than a week; rights group claims 450 killed in protests For the second time in less than a week, the Islamic Republic of Iran has executed a man linked to the nation's anti-hijab protests. Majid Reza Rahnavard was executed by hanging in public for "waging a war against God". As per an agency report quoting the Iranian judiciary's news agency Mizan, Rahnavard was "sentenced to death on November 29 for killing two security guards with a knife and wounding four others". Russia: Putin to not hold annual year-end press conference, says Kremlin The annual press conference held by Russian President Vladimir Putin, which has been dominated by Moscow's incursion in Ukraine, will not take place this year, the Kremlin announced on Monday. Dmitry Peskov, a spokesperson for the Kremlin, said: "There won't be (a press conference) before the New Year. Putin, he continued, "frequently speaks to the press, even on international tours." Peskov gave no explanation for the deviation from protocol. In the majority of the years since he came to power in 2000, Putin has conducted a press conference in December. WATCH | UK PM Rishi Sunak in trouble amid a fresh wave of revolt within the conservative party? | WION Originals WION Fineprint | Saudi: All bets off if Iran gets Nukes

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The largest telecom company in Australia, Telstra Corp Ltd, reported on Sunday that an internal error that leaked customer information affected 132,000 subscribers. According to Telstra, which has 18.8 million customer accounts, or 75 per cent of Australia's population, the information was made public owing to "a misalignment of databases," according to an internal review.

According to a business blog post published on Friday, "certain customers' names, numbers, and addresses" were listed when they shouldn't have been.&nbsp;

“We are removing the identified impacted customer details from the Directory Assistance service and the online version of the White Pages,” Telstra chief financial officer Michael Ackland said in a statement.

The inaccurate declaration comes after the business had described it as a minor data breach in October, attributing it to an incursion by a third party that made certain employee data from 2017 available.

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According to local media, a Telstra internal email estimated that 30,000 current and past employees were impacted by the hack.

Since Optus, owned by Singapore Telecommunications Ltd., disclosed on September 22 that a system breach may have affected up to 10 million accounts, the telco, financial, and government sectors in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-places-fresh-sanctions-on-russia-and-iran-541735">Australia</a> have been on high alert.

One of Australia's largest cybersecurity breaches was the exposure of information obtained through a sophisticated hack, including home addresses, driver's licence numbers, and passport numbers.

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The largest telecom company in Australia, Telstra Corp Ltd, reported on Sunday that an internal error that leaked customer information affected 132,000 subscribers.

The largest telecom company in Australia, Telstra Corp Ltd, reported on Sunday that an internal error that leaked customer information affected 132,000 subscribers. According to Telstra, which has 18.8 million customer accounts, or 75 per cent of Australia's population, the information was made public owing to "a misalignment of databases," according to an internal review. According to a business blog post published on Friday, "certain customers' names, numbers, and addresses" were listed when they shouldn't have been. “We are removing the identified impacted customer details from the Directory Assistance service and the online version of the White Pages,” Telstra chief financial officer Michael Ackland said in a statement. The inaccurate declaration comes after the business had described it as a minor data breach in October, attributing it to an incursion by a third party that made certain employee data from 2017 available. Also read | Dominant Australia skittle a toothless West Indies for 77 to win the second Test According to local media, a Telstra internal email estimated that 30,000 current and past employees were impacted by the hack. Since Optus, owned by Singapore Telecommunications Ltd., disclosed on September 22 that a system breach may have affected up to 10 million accounts, the telco, financial, and government sectors in Australia have been on high alert. One of Australia's largest cybersecurity breaches was the exposure of information obtained through a sophisticated hack, including home addresses, driver's licence numbers, and passport numbers. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Australia: Telstra suffers privacy breach, 132,000 customers affected in data leak

In the latest, powerful explosions shook the area around Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant on Saturday evening and again on Sunday morning, the UN&nbsp;said, abruptly ending a period of relative calm at the facility. The COP27 summit finally agreed to establish a climate fund, but not all global leaders are happy with the outcome of the&nbsp;climate summit. In South Asia, Nepal held provincial and national elections that witnessed millans of millions who came out to vote amid political and economic instability in the country. Separately, all eyes have been on FIFA world cup 2022 and we get you all the details.

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Powerful explosions took place at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant on Sunday (November 20). Both Russia and Ukraine have traded blame saying the other side shelled the power plant.&nbsp;The Ukrainian nuclear plant is currently under Russian control. Kyiv "does not stop its provocations aiming at creating the threat of a man-made catastrophe at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant", said Russian army in a statement, as per AFP.&nbsp;

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Nations reached a controversial final agreement at the COP27 climate summit early on Sunday (November 20) that creates a fund to help poor countries affected by climate catastrophes but does not intensify efforts to cut the emissions that cause them. The Egyptian COP27 chair made the final agreement's text public and called a plenary meeting to quickly ratify it following challenging negotiations that lasted all night.

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Türkiye launched Operation Claw-Sword air raids against outlawed Kurdish militants in Iraq and Syria on Sunday, almost a week after a deadly blast in central Istanbul, the defence minister said.&nbsp;“We are starting Operation Claw-Sword from now on,” said Türkiye's defence minister Hulusi Akar as per an AFP report. A defence ministry statement said he directed the offensive from the air force operations centre with top commanders, before the planes left their bases to hit the targets.

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The Shiveluch volcano on the Kamchatka Peninsula in the Russian Far East has increased its activity and is now in danger of erupting violently, according to the Kamchatka Volcanic Eruption Response Team on Sunday.

"A growth of the lava dome continues, a strong fumaroles activity, an incandescence of the lava dome, explosions, and hot avalanches accompanies this process,"&nbsp;the observatory said on its website.

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The second round of elections will be held since the dreadful Maoist insurgency in Nepal came to an end in 2015 with the adoption of a new constitution. The country's monarchy was abolished in 2006 after the civil war, which had cost more than 17,000 lives and brought the erstwhile rebels into the government, came to an end. Since then, the Congress and a separate communist party have taken turns in power thanks to various coalitions between the former rebels and these groups.

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In the latest, powerful explosions shook the area around Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant on Saturday evening and again on Sunday morning, the UN said, abruptly ending a period of relative calm at the facility.

In the latest, powerful explosions shook the area around Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant on Saturday evening and again on Sunday morning, the UN said, abruptly ending a period of relative calm at the facility. The COP27 summit finally agreed to establish a climate fund, but not all global leaders are happy with the outcome of the climate summit. In South Asia, Nepal held provincial and national elections that witnessed millans of millions who came out to vote amid political and economic instability in the country. Separately, all eyes have been on FIFA world cup 2022 and we get you all the details. Click on the headlines to read more. Explosions at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, Russia and Ukraine trade blame; IAEA condemns shelling Powerful explosions took place at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant on Sunday (November 20). Both Russia and Ukraine have traded blame saying the other side shelled the power plant. The Ukrainian nuclear plant is currently under Russian control. Kyiv "does not stop its provocations aiming at creating the threat of a man-made catastrophe at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant", said Russian army in a statement, as per AFP. COP27: Major takeaways from the UN climate summit; reactions from global leaders Nations reached a controversial final agreement at the COP27 climate summit early on Sunday (November 20) that creates a fund to help poor countries affected by climate catastrophes but does not intensify efforts to cut the emissions that cause them. The Egyptian COP27 chair made the final agreement's text public and called a plenary meeting to quickly ratify it following challenging negotiations that lasted all night. Türkiye launches air raids against outlawed Kurdish militants in Syria and Iraq Türkiye launched Operation Claw-Sword air raids against outlawed Kurdish militants in Iraq and Syria on Sunday, almost a week after a deadly blast in central Istanbul, the defence minister said. “We are starting Operation Claw-Sword from now on,” said Türkiye's defence minister Hulusi Akar as per an AFP report. A defence ministry statement said he directed the offensive from the air force operations centre with top commanders, before the planes left their bases to hit the targets. Russia: Shivulech volcano shows 'extremely high' activity; may erupt soon, according to scientists The Shiveluch volcano on the Kamchatka Peninsula in the Russian Far East has increased its activity and is now in danger of erupting violently, according to the Kamchatka Volcanic Eruption Response Team on Sunday. "A growth of the lava dome continues, a strong fumaroles activity, an incandescence of the lava dome, explosions, and hot avalanches accompanies this process," the observatory said on its website. Nepal votes in twin elections amid economic and political instability; counting to start tonight The second round of elections will be held since the dreadful Maoist insurgency in Nepal came to an end in 2015 with the adoption of a new constitution. The country's monarchy was abolished in 2006 after the civil war, which had cost more than 17,000 lives and brought the erstwhile rebels into the government, came to an end. Since then, the Congress and a separate communist party have taken turns in power thanks to various coalitions between the former rebels and these groups. Donald Trump and Saudi company collaborate on Oman golf project The Dar Al Arkan Global Company deal, which involves a division of the Dar Al Arkan Real Estate Development Company, comes at a time of increased hostilities between the Saudi government and the US administration of US President Joe Biden, who has a less cordial relationship with Saudi leaders than the previous administration of Donald Trump did. The project includes "Trump residential villas, a hotel, and a golf course", according to the filing, adding that it will be "developed over 10 years on an area of 3.5 million square meters". WATCH | North Korea fires ballistic missile again, APEC leaders condemn test WATCH | FIFA World Cup 2022: All you need to know about the Qatar extravaganza WATCH | Exclusive: Former Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka Ajith Nivard Cabraal speaks to WION

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In the latest,&nbsp;the final picture regarding who wins control of the Senate seems to be favouring the Democrats in the US. In Turkiye, an explosion in central Istanbul has wreaked havoc with at least six&nbsp;dead and several others wounded. In other news, King Charles III led Remembrance Day as sovereign. Meanwhile, the co-founder of Indian startup, Dream11, has offered jobs to many who were fired from Twitter and Meta as part of mass layoffs.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/democrats-retain-control-of-us-senate-after-cortez-masto-wins-nevada-reports-533660">Democrats retain control of US Senate with Cortez Masto's win in Nevada</a>

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Nearly five days after the midterm elections closed in the US, the final picture regarding who wrestles control of the Senate finally seems to have cleared. In a&nbsp;remarkable outcome that defies&nbsp;all&nbsp;predictions of a Republican victory in both houses of the Congress,&nbsp;US media network projections have called the electoral race in Nevada in favour of Democrat leader Catherine Cortez Masto, paving way for Democrat control over the Senate again in 2023.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kherson-rushing-to-restore-critical-infrastructure-damaged-by-fleeting-russian-forces-533776">Kherson rushing to restore critical infrastructure damaged by fleeting Russian forces</a>

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Most households in the southern Ukrainian city of Kherson are still without electricity and water as utility companies struggle to repair crucial infrastructure damaged and mined by departing Russian forces, regional officials said on Sunday.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkiye-blast-at-busy-istiklal-street-in-istanbul-leaves-several-injured-533780">Turkiye: Blast at busy Istiklal Street in Istanbul leaves at least six&nbsp;dead; several injured</a>

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At least 11 people have been injured and at least one dead in an explosion that occurred in central Istanbul on Sunday, according to local reports. Videos circulating on social media showed multiple people on the ground amid bomb wreckage.&nbsp;The video shows the arrival of the ambulance and police.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/britains-king-charles-iii-leads-first-remembrance-sunday-as-monarch-533762">Britain's King Charles III leads first Remembrance Sunday as monarch</a>

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In his first Remembrance Sunday ceremony as king, Charles III laid a wreath in memory of the country's and the Commonwealth's war dead, while the UK's&nbsp;new prime leader, Rishi Sunak praised Ukraine's defenders. In the past, the 73-year-old king filled in for his unwell mother Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away in September at the age of 96.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/netanyahu-formally-asked-to-form-new-government-533771">Netanyahu invited to form new government, vows to be PM for ‘all citizens’ of Israel</a>

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Former Israel prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu was on Sunday (November 13) formally handed the mandate to form a new government. He pledged that he would seek national consensus. Netanyahu is back in power corridors after an election that saw Jewish far-rightists surging. This has caused worry at home and abroad.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/melania-trumps-lawyer-inches-closer-to-becoming-slovenias-first-woman-president-533754">Melania Trump's lawyer inches closer to becoming Slovenia's first woman president, polls say</a>

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Natasa Pirc Musar, the candidate with the highest&nbsp;chance of becoming Slovenia's first female president is a lawyer who has collaborated with former US President Donald Trump's wife, Melania Trump.&nbsp;Pirc Musar is running against seasoned conservative&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/india-dream11-co-founder-offers-jobs-to-people-fired-from-twitter-meta-and-others-533728">Fantasy platform Dream11 co-founder offers jobs to people fired from Twitter, Meta and others</a>

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Recently, there has been an unprecedented number of mass layoffs across the world, including in big tech companies like Twitter and Meta which also announced that they fired thousands of people in the past few weeks. This has affected many, including Indians who form a large chunk of the workforce in the US’ Silicon Valley.&nbsp;

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In the latest, the final picture regarding who wins control of the Senate seems to be favouring the Democrats in the US. In Turkiye, an explosion in central Istanbul has wreaked havoc with at least six dead and several others wounded.

In the latest, the final picture regarding who wins control of the Senate seems to be favouring the Democrats in the US. In Turkiye, an explosion in central Istanbul has wreaked havoc with at least six dead and several others wounded. In other news, King Charles III led Remembrance Day as sovereign. Meanwhile, the co-founder of Indian startup, Dream11, has offered jobs to many who were fired from Twitter and Meta as part of mass layoffs. Click on the headlines to read more. Democrats retain control of US Senate with Cortez Masto's win in Nevada Nearly five days after the midterm elections closed in the US, the final picture regarding who wrestles control of the Senate finally seems to have cleared. In a remarkable outcome that defies all predictions of a Republican victory in both houses of the Congress, US media network projections have called the electoral race in Nevada in favour of Democrat leader Catherine Cortez Masto, paving way for Democrat control over the Senate again in 2023. Kherson rushing to restore critical infrastructure damaged by fleeting Russian forces Most households in the southern Ukrainian city of Kherson are still without electricity and water as utility companies struggle to repair crucial infrastructure damaged and mined by departing Russian forces, regional officials said on Sunday. Turkiye: Blast at busy Istiklal Street in Istanbul leaves at least six dead; several injured At least 11 people have been injured and at least one dead in an explosion that occurred in central Istanbul on Sunday, according to local reports. Videos circulating on social media showed multiple people on the ground amid bomb wreckage. The video shows the arrival of the ambulance and police. Britain's King Charles III leads first Remembrance Sunday as monarch In his first Remembrance Sunday ceremony as king, Charles III laid a wreath in memory of the country's and the Commonwealth's war dead, while the UK's new prime leader, Rishi Sunak praised Ukraine's defenders. In the past, the 73-year-old king filled in for his unwell mother Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away in September at the age of 96. Netanyahu invited to form new government, vows to be PM for ‘all citizens’ of Israel Former Israel prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu was on Sunday (November 13) formally handed the mandate to form a new government. He pledged that he would seek national consensus. Netanyahu is back in power corridors after an election that saw Jewish far-rightists surging. This has caused worry at home and abroad. Melania Trump's lawyer inches closer to becoming Slovenia's first woman president, polls say Natasa Pirc Musar, the candidate with the highest chance of becoming Slovenia's first female president is a lawyer who has collaborated with former US President Donald Trump's wife, Melania Trump. Pirc Musar is running against seasoned conservative Fantasy platform Dream11 co-founder offers jobs to people fired from Twitter, Meta and others Recently, there has been an unprecedented number of mass layoffs across the world, including in big tech companies like Twitter and Meta which also announced that they fired thousands of people in the past few weeks. This has affected many, including Indians who form a large chunk of the workforce in the US’ Silicon Valley. WATCH | PM Shehbaz Sharif meets Nawaz in London, delays return to Pakistan WATCH | US: Founder of crypto trading firm FTX was Democrats second biggest donor WATCH | India to double its trade with Russia, sharp rise in Russian crude imports WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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