The Australian Parliament on Thursday approved the new law that will make it compulsory for Google and Facebook to pay media companies for news content published on their platforms. Meanwhile, a big study of 1.2 million people found that Pfizer-BioNTech's coronavirus vaccine is 94 per cent effective.&nbsp;

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The Australian Parliament on Thursday passed the news media and digital platforms mandatory bargaining code that will make it compulsory for Alphabet's Google and Facebook to pay media companies for news content.

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As Iran and the US tussle over the revival of the 2015 nuclear deal, the Biden administration said that its "patience is not unlimited".

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A massive study involving 1.2 million people published on Wednesday showed that Pfizer-BioNTech's coronavirus vaccine is 94 per cent effective.&nbsp;

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Beijing has harshly reacted against the Human Rights Watch (HRW) that slammed China for the inhuman treatment it metes out to the Uighur Muslims.

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Imran Khan is on a two-day visit to Sri Lanka. His first visit to the island nation since becoming prime minister. On day one, they focused on boosting bilateral relations, expanding trade ties and attracting more investments but as the day ended, it became amply clear that Khan only wanted a new platform to push his anti-India agenda. Alongside, he also did some good PR for Pakistan's iron-brother China.

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The Australian Parliament on Thursday approved the new law that will make it compulsory for Google and Facebook to pay media companies for news content published on their platforms.

The Australian Parliament on Thursday approved the new law that will make it compulsory for Google and Facebook to pay media companies for news content published on their platforms. Meanwhile, a big study of 1.2 million people found that Pfizer-BioNTech's coronavirus vaccine is 94 per cent effective. Click on headlines to read more Amid tussle with Facebook, Australia passes law requiring tech firms to pay for news The Australian Parliament on Thursday passed the news media and digital platforms mandatory bargaining code that will make it compulsory for Alphabet's Google and Facebook to pay media companies for news content. Our patience is not unlimited, US on nuclear deal with Iran As Iran and the US tussle over the revival of the 2015 nuclear deal, the Biden administration said that its "patience is not unlimited". Large study shows Pfizer's coronavirus vaccine 94% effective A massive study involving 1.2 million people published on Wednesday showed that Pfizer-BioNTech's coronavirus vaccine is 94 per cent effective. China condemns rights group's report on Xinjiang and Uighur Muslims Beijing has harshly reacted against the Human Rights Watch (HRW) that slammed China for the inhuman treatment it metes out to the Uighur Muslims. Imran Khan pushes anti-India agenda on two-day Sri Lanka visit Imran Khan is on a two-day visit to Sri Lanka. His first visit to the island nation since becoming prime minister. On day one, they focused on boosting bilateral relations, expanding trade ties and attracting more investments but as the day ended, it became amply clear that Khan only wanted a new platform to push his anti-India agenda. Alongside, he also did some good PR for Pakistan's iron-brother China. Watch | Gravitas: Exclusive: Ranil Wickremesinghe on WION

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Tiger Woods was involved in a tragic car accident near Los Angeles, leading to injuries in both legs. Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden and Canada's&nbsp;Prime Minister Justin Trudeau had their&nbsp;first bilateral meeting and have claimed to have close ties while the US authorities claimed the rioters of the Capitol attack came prepared for war. On the other hand, Ecuador prison riots' death toll has increased to more than 65.

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Woods' car flew off the road and was involved in the roll-over collision, Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva said.

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Following one of the worst prison riots of Ecuador due to gang rivalry, nearly 65 inmates have been declared dead on Tuesday.

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In the first congressional hearing on Senate on the attack, security officials pointed that there were not even 'remote" and 'improbable' chances of a probable violence by the assessments made by intelligence officials.

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Tiger Woods was involved in a tragic car accident near Los Angeles, leading to injuries in both legs. Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden and Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau had their first bilateral meeting and have claimed to have close ties while the US authorities claimed the rioters of the Capitol attack came prepared for war.

Tiger Woods was involved in a tragic car accident near Los Angeles, leading to injuries in both legs. Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden and Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau had their first bilateral meeting and have claimed to have close ties while the US authorities claimed the rioters of the Capitol attack came prepared for war. On the other hand, Ecuador prison riots' death toll has increased to more than 65. Click on headlines to read more Tiger Woods receives 'serious injuries' after car crash near Los Angeles Woods' car flew off the road and was involved in the roll-over collision, Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva said. More than 60 inmates dead in Ecuador prison riots Following one of the worst prison riots of Ecuador due to gang rivalry, nearly 65 inmates have been declared dead on Tuesday. US Capitol riot: Security officials say rioters came 'ready for war' In the first congressional hearing on Senate on the attack, security officials pointed that there were not even 'remote" and 'improbable' chances of a probable violence by the assessments made by intelligence officials. 'US-Canada are best friends': Joe Biden Pakistan President slams France Anti-radicalism bill

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The United States crossed the grim milestone of 500,000 coronavirus deaths on Monday as President&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-official-says-who-needs-to-dig-deeper-on-virus-origins-365454">Joe Biden</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;Vice President Kamala Harris observed a moment of silence at the White House to commemorate the lives lost during the pandemic.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Trump supporters are running to alternate social media platforms after getting banned on Facebook and Twitter.

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US President Biden ordered flags over all federal buildings to be lowered until sunset of 26 February even as Washington national cathedral marked the day by tolling the cathedral bell 500 times.

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At least one rocket hit the headquarters of Iraq's national security service near the US diplomatic mission damaging several cars. One other rocket crashed into the nearby residential district of Harithiya.

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Facebook shut down nearly 900 accounts and Twitter blocked 70,000 accounts related t conspiracy group QAnon and such.

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The United States crossed the grim milestone of 500,000 coronavirus deaths on Monday as President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris observed a moment of silence at the White House to commemorate the lives lost during the pandemic.

The United States crossed the grim milestone of 500,000 coronavirus deaths on Monday as President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris observed a moment of silence at the White House to commemorate the lives lost during the pandemic. Meanwhile, Trump supporters are running to alternate social media platforms after getting banned on Facebook and Twitter. Click on headlines to read more 'Remember each person': Biden mourns as US records 500,000 COVID-19 deaths US President Biden ordered flags over all federal buildings to be lowered until sunset of 26 February even as Washington national cathedral marked the day by tolling the cathedral bell 500 times. We will hold Iran responsible, says US after rockets target US embassy in Iraq's Green Zone At least one rocket hit the headquarters of Iraq's national security service near the US diplomatic mission damaging several cars. One other rocket crashed into the nearby residential district of Harithiya. Trump supporters find solace in alternate apps after Twitter and Facebook ban Facebook shut down nearly 900 accounts and Twitter blocked 70,000 accounts related t conspiracy group QAnon and such. Gravitas: What do Iraq's Christians think about the visit of Pope Francis? × Gravitas: Facebook's news ban in Australia: A costly mistake for Zuckerberg? ×

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After days of talks, the IAEA&nbsp;has struck a deal with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-reiterates-stance-says-us-must-first-lift-sanctions-before-talks-to-revive-2015-deal-365245">Iran</a>. Meanwhile, the UK is hoping to ease lockdown restrictions imposed due to coronavirus as the country aims to vaccinate all adults by the end of July.

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Under the protocol with Iran, the IAEA will collect and analyze hundreds of thousands of images captured daily by its sophisticated surveillance cameras.&nbsp;

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After spending much of the winter in a tight lockdown,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-19-britain-aims-to-vaccinate-all-adults-by-july-end-365154">British</a>&nbsp;PM&nbsp;Boris Johnson&nbsp;is all set to announce a roadmap to ease lockdown measures in Parliament.

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FAA Administrator Steve Dickson said this order of special investigation might lead to the removal of some of the Boeing 777s from service.

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As of now, only a security guard has been reported as injured. The militants have been arrested and are being questioned, as per sources.

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After days of talks, the IAEA has struck a deal with Iran. Meanwhile, the UK is hoping to ease lockdown restrictions imposed due to coronavirus as the country aims to vaccinate all adults by the end of July.

After days of talks, the IAEA has struck a deal with Iran. Meanwhile, the UK is hoping to ease lockdown restrictions imposed due to coronavirus as the country aims to vaccinate all adults by the end of July. Click on headlines to read more Iran strikes 'temporary solution' with IAEA over nuclear inspection Under the protocol with Iran, the IAEA will collect and analyze hundreds of thousands of images captured daily by its sophisticated surveillance cameras. UK set to ease lockdown amid accelerating vaccine rollout After spending much of the winter in a tight lockdown, British PM Boris Johnson is all set to announce a roadmap to ease lockdown measures in Parliament. US aviation body orders special inspections of some Boeing 777s FAA Administrator Steve Dickson said this order of special investigation might lead to the removal of some of the Boeing 777s from service. Libya's interior minister survives assassination attempt As of now, only a security guard has been reported as injured. The militants have been arrested and are being questioned, as per sources. Inside Joe Biden's major policy decisions in a month

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Australia and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/facebook">Facebook</a> conducted talks on Friday after the social media giant blacked out news for Australian netizens. Meanwhile, more than 200,000 homes in Texas are without power with at least 30 people dead due to the harsh&nbsp;winter storm. In Spain, people are standing up against a nine-month prison sentence served to&nbsp;Pablo Hasel, the anti-establishment rapper.

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Facebook has blanked out pages of news organisations from Thursday for Australian users and blocked them from publishing any news content over the new legislation that has been approved by the lower house.

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Violent protests over rapper's jailing continued in Spanish cities continued for fourth night as clashes continued to break out between protesters and the police.

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The group of 25 migrants crossed the border by bus from the Mexican city of Tijuana and were accompanied by volunteers of UNHCR.&nbsp;

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Australia and Facebook conducted talks on Friday after the social media giant blacked out news for Australian netizens. Meanwhile, more than 200,000 homes in Texas are without power with at least 30 people dead due to the harsh winter storm.

Australia and Facebook conducted talks on Friday after the social media giant blacked out news for Australian netizens. Meanwhile, more than 200,000 homes in Texas are without power with at least 30 people dead due to the harsh winter storm. In Spain, people are standing up against a nine-month prison sentence served to Pablo Hasel, the anti-establishment rapper. Click on headlines to read more Facebook, Australia hold talks following news ban Facebook has blanked out pages of news organisations from Thursday for Australian users and blocked them from publishing any news content over the new legislation that has been approved by the lower house. Spain: Violent protests over rapper's jailing continue for fourth night Violent protests over rapper's jailing continued in Spanish cities continued for fourth night as clashes continued to break out between protesters and the police. First group of asylum seekers cross US border from Mexico The group of 25 migrants crossed the border by bus from the Mexican city of Tijuana and were accompanied by volunteers of UNHCR. Gravitas: Japanese website developer maps areas with 'annoying' kids Gravitas: A brutal blast of winter weather leads to blackouts in Texas

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The Australian government lashed out at Facebook on Thursday for a news blackout calling the social media giant's action as "unnecessary" and "heavy-handed". Meanwhile in a move that will further anger China, the United States on Wednesday announced talks with all the 'Quad' members: Australia, Japan and India.&nbsp;

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The Australian government on Thursday slammed Facebook's news blackout as "heavy-handed" after the social media giant blocked sharing of news in Australia.

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The United States on Wednesday announced talks with Australia, Japan and India to further boost the "Quad" alliance despite warnings from China.&nbsp;

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The United States will pay more than $200 million to the World Health Organization by the end of the month after reversing Donald Trump's plan to withdraw, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Wednesday.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/italy-pm-mario-draghi-sets-out-plan-to-rebuild-virus-hit-country-364400">Italy PM Mario Draghi sets out plan to rebuild virus-hit country</a>

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Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi said on Wednesday that he will use "all means" to fight coronavirus pandmic and that it presented Italy with an opportunity to rebuild as it did after Second World War.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/african-countries-are-facing-a-new-crisis-an-ebola-outbreak-364373">African countries are facing a new crisis - an Ebola outbreak</a>

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A new crisis has erupted in Africa - an outbreak of Ebola in Guinea and Congo. Five people have died in Guinea so far and six African countries have been put on alert. 
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The Australian government lashed out at Facebook on Thursday for a news blackout calling the social media giant's action as "unnecessary" and "heavy-handed". Meanwhile in a move that will further anger China, the United States on Wednesday announced talks with all the 'Quad' members: Australia, Japan and India.

The Australian government lashed out at Facebook on Thursday for a news blackout calling the social media giant's action as "unnecessary" and "heavy-handed". Meanwhile in a move that will further anger China, the United States on Wednesday announced talks with all the 'Quad' members: Australia, Japan and India. Click on headlines to read more 'Heavy handed': Several key sectors hit as Facebook blocks news sharing in Australia The Australian government on Thursday slammed Facebook's news blackout as "heavy-handed" after the social media giant blocked sharing of news in Australia. US to hold talks with 'Quad' partners despite China pressure The United States on Wednesday announced talks with Australia, Japan and India to further boost the "Quad" alliance despite warnings from China. US to pay $200 million in WHO obligations: Blinken The United States will pay more than $200 million to the World Health Organization by the end of the month after reversing Donald Trump's plan to withdraw, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Wednesday. Italy PM Mario Draghi sets out plan to rebuild virus-hit country Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi said on Wednesday that he will use "all means" to fight coronavirus pandmic and that it presented Italy with an opportunity to rebuild as it did after Second World War. African countries are facing a new crisis - an Ebola outbreak A new crisis has erupted in Africa - an outbreak of Ebola in Guinea and Congo. Five people have died in Guinea so far and six African countries have been put on alert.

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A third consecutive night of internet blackout was seen in Myanmar as protests continued against the military coup in the country. Meanwhile, Donald Trump, who has recently been acquitted from impeachment, slammed Republican Mitch McConnell calling him a "dour, sullen, and unsmiling political hack".

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Myanmar experienced another night of internet blackout as the net continued to be shut for the third consecutive day on Wednesday as protests continued against the military junta's coup.

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The former US President Donald Trump, who has recently been acquitted in his second impeachment trial, has turned against the Senate minority leader, Mitch McConnell.

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Nearly 4,000 Amazon employees were given fake positive results for the deadly coronavirus and were asked to self-isolate in the UK.

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Ghislaine Maxwell, accused of sex trafficking, was "physically abused" by a correctional officer in a routine check in jail, her lawyer claimed on Tuesday.

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A third consecutive night of internet blackout was seen in Myanmar as protests continued against the military coup in the country. Meanwhile, Donald Trump, who has recently been acquitted from impeachment, slammed Republican Mitch McConnell calling him a "dour, sullen, and unsmiling political hack".

A third consecutive night of internet blackout was seen in Myanmar as protests continued against the military coup in the country. Meanwhile, Donald Trump, who has recently been acquitted from impeachment, slammed Republican Mitch McConnell calling him a "dour, sullen, and unsmiling political hack". Click on headlines to read more Myanmar military blocks internet for third consecutive night amid protests Myanmar experienced another night of internet blackout as the net continued to be shut for the third consecutive day on Wednesday as protests continued against the military junta's coup. 'Unsmiling political hack': Trump lashes out at Mitch McConnell after impeachment trial The former US President Donald Trump, who has recently been acquitted in his second impeachment trial, has turned against the Senate minority leader, Mitch McConnell. Nearly 4,000 Amazon employees given wrong COVID test result Nearly 4,000 Amazon employees were given fake positive results for the deadly coronavirus and were asked to self-isolate in the UK. Ghislaine Maxwell 'physically abused' in jail: Lawyer Ghislaine Maxwell, accused of sex trafficking, was "physically abused" by a correctional officer in a routine check in jail, her lawyer claimed on Tuesday. French lawmakers approve bill to battle Islamist extremism

Morning news brief: Myanmar coup updates, latest on Trump, and more

The US opposition is demanding an independent, 9/11 style Commission to investigate&nbsp;the former US President&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/donald-trump">Donald Trump's</a>&nbsp;role in the&nbsp;Capitol riots. Meanwhile, Myanmar&nbsp;locals are still at war with the army against the military coup. An earthquake of 6.2 magnitude&nbsp;struck off Vanuatu's capital Port Vila.

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Nancy Pelosi, on Monday, called for the creation of a 9/11-style Commission to look into the Capitol riots that took place on January 06 in Washington by Trump's supporters.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/under-new-law-myanmar-protesters-to-face-up-to-20-years-in-prison-363806">Myanmar&nbsp;</a>military generals on Tuesday choked the internet for the second consecutive night as protesters continued their demonstrations as extra troops were deployed around the country.

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The World Health Organization(WHO) granted two versions of the<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/wont-use-astrazeneca-covid-vaccine-for-elderly-says-south-korea-363769">&nbsp;AstraZeneca-Oxford</a>&nbsp;COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use produced by AstraZeneca-SKBio(Republic of Korea) and the Serum Institute of India(SII).

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Just days after a 7.7 magnitude earthquake hit the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-zealand-issues-evacuation-alert-in-coastal-areas-after-small-tsunami-in-south-pacific-362775">South Pacific</a>, a shallow 6.2-magnitude quake struck off Vanuatu's capital Port Vila.

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The US opposition is demanding an independent, 9/11 style Commission to investigate the former US President Donald Trump's role in the Capitol riots. Meanwhile, Myanmar locals are still at war with the army against the military coup.

The US opposition is demanding an independent, 9/11 style Commission to investigate the former US President Donald Trump's role in the Capitol riots. Meanwhile, Myanmar locals are still at war with the army against the military coup. An earthquake of 6.2 magnitude struck off Vanuatu's capital Port Vila. Click on headlines to read more 'Independent, 9/11-style commission' needed to investigate Trump & riot: Pelosi Nancy Pelosi, on Monday, called for the creation of a 9/11-style Commission to look into the Capitol riots that took place on January 06 in Washington by Trump's supporters. Myanmar military chokes internet for second consecutive night amid protests Myanmar military generals on Tuesday choked the internet for the second consecutive night as protesters continued their demonstrations as extra troops were deployed around the country. WHO gives emergency use approval to Serum Institute's AstraZeneca vaccine The World Health Organization(WHO) granted two versions of the AstraZeneca-Oxford COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use produced by AstraZeneca-SKBio(Republic of Korea) and the Serum Institute of India(SII). Strong 6.2-magnitude quake rocks Vanuatu capital Port Vila in South Pacific Just days after a 7.7 magnitude earthquake hit the South Pacific, a shallow 6.2-magnitude quake struck off Vanuatu's capital Port Vila. Gravitas : France set to table anti-extremism bill

Morning news brief: Another investigation for Capitol riots, Myanmar internet ban, and more

Myanmar army has once again blocked internet services in the country while the troops rally on streets to break several ongoing protests demanding an immediate release of Aung San Suu Kyi.&nbsp;On the other hand, Guinea is preparing to battle another force, an Ebola epidemic, after three deaths were reported from the deadly virus.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/us-embassy-in-myanmar-warns-of-troop-movements-cautions-its-citizens-363614">Myanmar's</a>&nbsp;military junta on Monday cut&nbsp;internet service&nbsp;and deployed troops around the country amid large scale protests as security forces fired to disperse demonstrations in the country's north.&nbsp;

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Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern confirmed the highly-contagious&nbsp;strain&nbsp;first found in the UK was detected in Auckland which was put under a lockdown on Sunday.

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Guinea has declared an 'epidemic' situation as the country has recorded at least three deaths and seven cases of the Ebola virus.

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Myanmar army has once again blocked internet services in the country while the troops rally on streets to break several ongoing protests demanding an immediate release of Aung San Suu Kyi.

Myanmar army has once again blocked internet services in the country while the troops rally on streets to break several ongoing protests demanding an immediate release of Aung San Suu Kyi. On the other hand, Guinea is preparing to battle another force, an Ebola epidemic, after three deaths were reported from the deadly virus. Click on headlines to read more Myanmar military blocks internet as troops fire to break up protest Myanmar's military junta on Monday cut internet service and deployed troops around the country amid large scale protests as security forces fired to disperse demonstrations in the country's north. New Zealand confirms first case of UK variant amid Auckland lockdown Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern confirmed the highly-contagious strain first found in the UK was detected in Auckland which was put under a lockdown on Sunday. Guinea declares Ebola 'epidemic' after three confirmed deaths Guinea has declared an 'epidemic' situation as the country has recorded at least three deaths and seven cases of the Ebola virus. Donald Trump hints at a political comeback India's has begun the second phase of its mega vaccination campaign

Morning news brief: Trump's possible return to White House, another epidemic declared, and more

The US Senate acquitted Donald Trump in the impeachment trial. Majority of Republicans backed Trump as the former president survives yet another impeachment. A White House staffer who threatened a reporter that he would ''destroy" her career submitted his resignation.

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Former US President Donald Trump was acquitted by US Senate in the impeachment trial. Majority of Senate republicans closed ranks to aquit Trump in his second impeachment trial.

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It's been a few weeks since the Joe Biden took over the White House as the US President, and the administration has already had its first resignation.

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A group of foreign envoys are expected to visit the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir on the 17th of this month. The visit, which is still in the planning stage, will focus on the progress made on the ground in the aftermath of the removal of special status for the region in 2019.

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The US Senate acquitted Donald Trump on Saturday of the charge of inciting the January 6 assault on the US Capitol in an unprecedented second impeachment trial.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/as-4g-gets-restored-foreign-envoys-expected-to-visit-jk-363477">Myanmar army suspends laws limiting forces, orders arrest of protest backers</a>

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Myanmar's junta on Saturday suspended laws restricting security forces from detaining suspects or searching private property without court approval and ordered the arrest of well-known backers of mass protests against this month's coup.

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The US Senate acquitted Donald Trump in the impeachment trial. Majority of Republicans backed Trump as the former president survives yet another impeachment. A White House staffer who threatened a reporter that he would ''destroy" her career submitted his resignation.

The US Senate acquitted Donald Trump in the impeachment trial. Majority of Republicans backed Trump as the former president survives yet another impeachment. A White House staffer who threatened a reporter that he would ''destroy" her career submitted his resignation. Click on headlines to read more Donald Trump acquitted by US Senate in his second impeachment trial Former US President Donald Trump was acquitted by US Senate in the impeachment trial. Majority of Senate republicans closed ranks to aquit Trump in his second impeachment trial. Biden staffer resigns after threatening to 'destroy' reporter It's been a few weeks since the Joe Biden took over the White House as the US President, and the administration has already had its first resignation. As 4G gets restored, foreign envoys expected to visit J&K A group of foreign envoys are expected to visit the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir on the 17th of this month. The visit, which is still in the planning stage, will focus on the progress made on the ground in the aftermath of the removal of special status for the region in 2019. What's next for Trump, the Republican Party and Biden? The US Senate acquitted Donald Trump on Saturday of the charge of inciting the January 6 assault on the US Capitol in an unprecedented second impeachment trial. Myanmar army suspends laws limiting forces, orders arrest of protest backers Myanmar's junta on Saturday suspended laws restricting security forces from detaining suspects or searching private property without court approval and ordered the arrest of well-known backers of mass protests against this month's coup.

Morning news brief: Trump acquitted, White House staffer resigns, and more

A day after presenting video evidence of the extent of the terror on the day US Capitol was attacked, US House prosecutors on Thursday urged the Senate to convict former president Donald Trump for inciting the deadly January 6 assault. Meanwhile, citing coronavirus fears, Myanmar's military chief urged protesters to end their demonstrations across the country against the military coup.&nbsp;

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US House prosecutors wrapped up their impeachment case against Donald Trump on Thursday urging the Senate to convict the former president for inciting the deadly January 6 attack on the US Capitol.

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Myanmar's military chief Min Aung Hlaing urged demonstrators to end their protest citing coronavirus fears on Thursday as people from all walks of life continued their protest across the country demanding the restoration of ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi's government.

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The National Radio and Television Administration of China has banned British television channel BBC World News from airing in Chinese mainland.

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Melbourne authorities imposed a snap five-day lockdown in Australia's second-biggest city to contain the outbreak of "hyper-infectious" UK strain on Thursday casting doubt on the fate of the Australian Open grand slam tennis tournament which began this week.

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The United Kingdom government in the House of Commons said that farmers protest is India's internal matter.

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A day after presenting video evidence of the extent of the terror on the day US Capitol was attacked, US House prosecutors on Thursday urged the Senate to convict former president Donald Trump for inciting the deadly January 6 assault.

A day after presenting video evidence of the extent of the terror on the day US Capitol was attacked, US House prosecutors on Thursday urged the Senate to convict former president Donald Trump for inciting the deadly January 6 assault. Meanwhile, citing coronavirus fears, Myanmar's military chief urged protesters to end their demonstrations across the country against the military coup. Click on headlines to read more Convict Trump as he is overwhelmingly guilty: Prosecutors urge US Senate over Capitol attack US House prosecutors wrapped up their impeachment case against Donald Trump on Thursday urging the Senate to convict the former president for inciting the deadly January 6 attack on the US Capitol. Myanmar military warns protesters to return to work amid nationwide demonstrations Myanmar's military chief Min Aung Hlaing urged demonstrators to end their protest citing coronavirus fears on Thursday as people from all walks of life continued their protest across the country demanding the restoration of ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi's government. China bans BBC World News for its reporting on Uighur genocide, Covid-19 The National Radio and Television Administration of China has banned British television channel BBC World News from airing in Chinese mainland. Melbourne orders snap coronavirus lockdown during Australian Open tennis Melbourne authorities imposed a snap five-day lockdown in Australia's second-biggest city to contain the outbreak of "hyper-infectious" UK strain on Thursday casting doubt on the fate of the Australian Open grand slam tennis tournament which began this week. British government reiterates farmers' protests India's 'internal matter' The United Kingdom government in the House of Commons said that farmers protest is India's internal matter. Watch | Gravitas: Wuhan virus origins probe: Is the WHO team divided over the results?

Morning news brief: Myanmar protesters warned, Trump impeachment trial, and more

Amid growing pressure domestically and internationally pressure against the military coup in Myanmar and the detention of country's leader Aung San Suu Kyi, US President Joe Biden announced sanctions against Myanmar's military rulers. In a big development, the US president also spoke with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping in a phone call for the first time since coming to power.&nbsp;

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As demonstrators continued their demand to free Aung San Suu Kyi, US President Joe Biden announced sanctions against Myanmar's military rulers.

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US President Joe Biden spoke with &nbsp;President Xi Jinping on Wednesday, the White House said on the occasion of Lunar New Year.

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During a conversation with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, PM Narendra Modi assured him of coronavirus vaccine supplies. India has already sent vaccines to around 20 countries. It has got requests from developing as well as developed nations.

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US President Joe Biden has announced the formation of a Pentagon task force to review the country's China strategy.

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The Chinese Defence spokesman on Wednesday said that frontline troops of India and China at the southern and northern banks of the Pangong Lake at the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh have started disengagement.

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Amid growing pressure domestically and internationally pressure against the military coup in Myanmar and the detention of country's leader Aung San Suu Kyi, US President Joe Biden announced sanctions against Myanmar's military rulers.

Amid growing pressure domestically and internationally pressure against the military coup in Myanmar and the detention of country's leader Aung San Suu Kyi, US President Joe Biden announced sanctions against Myanmar's military rulers. In a big development, the US president also spoke with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping in a phone call for the first time since coming to power. Click on headlines to read more President Biden announces sanctions against Myanmar amid anti-military protests As demonstrators continued their demand to free Aung San Suu Kyi, US President Joe Biden announced sanctions against Myanmar's military rulers. In first phone call to President Xi, Biden asserts importance of Indo-Pacific, Xinjiang human rights abuses US President Joe Biden spoke with President Xi Jinping on Wednesday, the White House said on the occasion of Lunar New Year. PM Modi assures Canada's Trudeau of COVID vaccine supplies During a conversation with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, PM Narendra Modi assured him of coronavirus vaccine supplies. India has already sent vaccines to around 20 countries. It has got requests from developing as well as developed nations. Biden announces Pentagon task force to tackle China US President Joe Biden has announced the formation of a Pentagon task force to review the country's China strategy. China’s army claims both sides start withdrawal along Pangong Lake; no comment from India The Chinese Defence spokesman on Wednesday said that frontline troops of India and China at the southern and northern banks of the Pangong Lake at the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh have started disengagement. Watch |

Morning news brief: Sanctions against Myanmar, Biden-Xinping talks, and more

The Myanmar police started its crackdown by arrested over 100 people who participated in anti-military protests. One person was fatally injured as the police fired live bullets. Meanwhile, the Senate on Tuesday voted in favour of ruling Trump impeachment trial "constitutional".&nbsp; Iran's intelligence chief has said that pressure by Western nations could force the nation to develop nuclear capabilities.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/police-fire-live-bullets-during-anti-military-protests-in-myanmar-one-injured-362527">Police fire live bullets during anti-military protests in Myanmar; one injured</a>

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Over a hundred people have been arrested as Myanmar police began a crackdown on the anti-military protests. Police also started using live bullets and there has been at least one incident where a protester was fatally injured.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/senate-declares-trumps-impeachment-constitutional-begins-proceedings-362530">Senate declares Trump's impeachment constitutional, begins proceedings</a>

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The second impeachment trial of former President Donald Trump began on Tuesday with the US Senate declaring it constitutional with a 56-44 vote.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/irans-spy-chief-says-tehran-could-seek-nuclear-arms-if-cornered-by-west-362520">Iran's spy chief says Tehran could seek nuclear arms if 'cornered' by West</a>

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Iran’s intelligence minister said persistent Western pressure could push Tehran to fight back like a "cornered cat" and seek nuclear weapons, which the Islamic Republic has for years insisted it has no intention of ever developing.

Rescue teams use drones in Uttarakhand's Tapovan tunnel

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The death toll in the disaster has risen to 31 with the recovery of five bodies on Tuesday with the state agencies informing that 175 people are still missing.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-a-month-of-investigation-who-mission-returns-empty-handed-from-wuhan-362507">After a month of investigation, WHO mission returns empty-handed from Wuhan</a>

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The coronavirus jumped from animals to humans, it wasn't artificially engineered and the pandemic probably began in December 2019. While we have known this for months, it is a pathbreaking finding of a month-long investigation for the WHO team in Wuhan.

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The Myanmar police started its crackdown by arrested over 100 people who participated in anti-military protests. One person was fatally injured as the police fired live bullets.

The Myanmar police started its crackdown by arrested over 100 people who participated in anti-military protests. One person was fatally injured as the police fired live bullets. Meanwhile, the Senate on Tuesday voted in favour of ruling Trump impeachment trial "constitutional". Iran's intelligence chief has said that pressure by Western nations could force the nation to develop nuclear capabilities. Click on headlines to read more Police fire live bullets during anti-military protests in Myanmar; one injured Over a hundred people have been arrested as Myanmar police began a crackdown on the anti-military protests. Police also started using live bullets and there has been at least one incident where a protester was fatally injured. Senate declares Trump's impeachment constitutional, begins proceedings The second impeachment trial of former President Donald Trump began on Tuesday with the US Senate declaring it constitutional with a 56-44 vote. Iran's spy chief says Tehran could seek nuclear arms if 'cornered' by West Iran’s intelligence minister said persistent Western pressure could push Tehran to fight back like a "cornered cat" and seek nuclear weapons, which the Islamic Republic has for years insisted it has no intention of ever developing. Rescue teams use drones in Uttarakhand's Tapovan tunnel The death toll in the disaster has risen to 31 with the recovery of five bodies on Tuesday with the state agencies informing that 175 people are still missing. After a month of investigation, WHO mission returns empty-handed from Wuhan The coronavirus jumped from animals to humans, it wasn't artificially engineered and the pandemic probably began in December 2019. While we have known this for months, it is a pathbreaking finding of a month-long investigation for the WHO team in Wuhan. Watch

Morning news brief: Myanmar anti-military protests, Trump impeachment trial, and more

In a first-of-its-kind deployment for the huge, swing-wing bombers, four US Air Force B-1 bombers and approximately 200 personnel from Dyess Air Force in Texas are being deployed to Orland Air Base in Norway. Meanwhile in Wuhan, the WHO mission in China has said the experts have not been able to identify the source animal of coronavirus yet.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-message-to-vladimir-putin-biden-deploys-b-1-bombers-to-norway-362451">In message to Vladimir Putin, Biden deploys B-1 bombers to Norway</a>

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Four US Air Force B-1 bombers and approximately 200 personnel from Dyess Air Force in Texas are being deployed to Orland Air Base in Norway.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-animal-source-not-yet-identified-says-who-mission-in-wuhan-362409">Coronavirus animal source not yet identified, says WHO mission in Wuhan</a>

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There is no indication of COVID-19 virus in Wuhan before December 2019, Liang Wannian, head of the expert panel of COVID-19 response of China National Health Commission said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/sri-lanka-group-of-muslim-families-complain-to-unhrc-about-forced-cremations-362425">Sri Lanka: Group of Muslim families complain to UNHRC about forced cremations</a>

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UN reached out to Sri Lanka government after it was alleged that nearly 200 Muslims have been cremated in Sri Lanka within a period of few months.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/criminal-leader-behind-abduction-of-school-children-in-nigeria-surrenders-362438">Criminal leader behind abduction of school children in Nigeria surrenders</a>

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Hundreds of students were kidnapped from a northwest state of Nigeria in December 2020. The leader behind those kidnappings has now surrendered to the authorities.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/facebook-to-remove-content-promoting-misinformation-about-vaccines-362445">Facebook to remove content promoting misinformation about vaccines</a>

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In another effort to curb misinformation about vaccines, the social media platform&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/facebook">Facebook</a>&nbsp;has decided to ban all kinds of misinformation about every vaccine.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/book-claims-to-date-back-origins-of-aids-to-world-war-i-362454" hreflang="en">Book claims to date back origins of AIDS to World War I</a>

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In the book, author and Canadian microbiologist Jacques Pepin appeared to have traced the beginning of the AIDS epidemic to a starving World War I soldier, who captured and ate infected animals, according to different media reports.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/its-about-culture-mate-maori-mp-ejected-from-new-zealand-parliament-over-necktie-362429" hreflang="en">It's about culture, mate: Māori MP ejected from NZ parliament over necktie</a>

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Rawiri Waititi, the leader in news, decided to wear a different necktie than the one allowed and was thus ejected from the parliament's debating chamber.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/soviet-spy-gadgets-to-go-for-sale-in-beverly-hills-362412" hreflang="en">Soviet spy gadgets to go for sale in Beverly Hills</a>

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Many retro espionage devices in the sale by US-based Julien's Auctions -- known for Hollywood and pop culture memorabilia -- would not be out of place in a classic James Bond movie, including microphones hidden within pens, ashtrays and porcelain plates.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-us-carrier-groups-conduct-exercises-in-south-china-sea-362386" hreflang="en">Two US carrier groups conduct exercises in South China Sea</a>

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The exercise comes days after China condemned the sailing of the destroyer, the USS John S. McCain, near the Chinese-controlled Paracel Islands in what the United States calls freedom of navigation operation - the first such mission by the US navy since President Joe Biden took office.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-travellers-may-have-to-undergo-covid-tests-in-quarantine-362462" hreflang="en">UK travellers may have to undergo Covid tests in quarantine</a>

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Health Secretary Matt Hancock is due to announce that people told to isolate at home will be required to get a test two and eight days into a mandatory 10-day quarantine period.

In a first-of-its-kind deployment for the huge, swing-wing bombers, four US Air Force B-1 bombers and approximately 200 personnel from Dyess Air Force in Texas are being deployed to Orland Air Base in Norway.

In a first-of-its-kind deployment for the huge, swing-wing bombers, four US Air Force B-1 bombers and approximately 200 personnel from Dyess Air Force in Texas are being deployed to Orland Air Base in Norway. Meanwhile in Wuhan, the WHO mission in China has said the experts have not been able to identify the source animal of coronavirus yet. Click on headlines to read more In message to Vladimir Putin, Biden deploys B-1 bombers to Norway Four US Air Force B-1 bombers and approximately 200 personnel from Dyess Air Force in Texas are being deployed to Orland Air Base in Norway. Coronavirus animal source not yet identified, says WHO mission in Wuhan There is no indication of COVID-19 virus in Wuhan before December 2019, Liang Wannian, head of the expert panel of COVID-19 response of China National Health Commission said. Sri Lanka: Group of Muslim families complain to UNHRC about forced cremations UN reached out to Sri Lanka government after it was alleged that nearly 200 Muslims have been cremated in Sri Lanka within a period of few months. Criminal leader behind abduction of school children in Nigeria surrenders Hundreds of students were kidnapped from a northwest state of Nigeria in December 2020. The leader behind those kidnappings has now surrendered to the authorities. Facebook to remove content promoting misinformation about vaccines In another effort to curb misinformation about vaccines, the social media platform Facebook has decided to ban all kinds of misinformation about every vaccine. Book claims to date back origins of AIDS to World War I In the book, author and Canadian microbiologist Jacques Pepin appeared to have traced the beginning of the AIDS epidemic to a starving World War I soldier, who captured and ate infected animals, according to different media reports. It's about culture, mate: Māori MP ejected from NZ parliament over necktie Rawiri Waititi, the leader in news, decided to wear a different necktie than the one allowed and was thus ejected from the parliament's debating chamber. Soviet spy gadgets to go for sale in Beverly Hills Many retro espionage devices in the sale by US-based Julien's Auctions -- known for Hollywood and pop culture memorabilia -- would not be out of place in a classic James Bond movie, including microphones hidden within pens, ashtrays and porcelain plates. Two US carrier groups conduct exercises in South China Sea The exercise comes days after China condemned the sailing of the destroyer, the USS John S. McCain, near the Chinese-controlled Paracel Islands in what the United States calls freedom of navigation operation - the first such mission by the US navy since President Joe Biden took office. UK travellers may have to undergo Covid tests in quarantine Health Secretary Matt Hancock is due to announce that people told to isolate at home will be required to get a test two and eight days into a mandatory 10-day quarantine period.

Top 10 world news: Biden deploys B-1 bombers, WHO report on COVID origin, and more

On Monday, China has justified the intrusion of its coast guard vessels into Japan's territorial waters. Beijing-claimed Senkaku Islands are the country's "inherent territory".

Beijing claims Senkaku Islands are China's "Inherent Territory"

The Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny's allies are hoping to have a video call with the&nbsp;European Union and envoys from Britain, the United States, Canada and Ukraine. Meanwhile, in Israel, the prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu made a brief appearance in the court as the trial against his corruption charges resumed from today. In the west, after Tesla invested&nbsp;$1.5 billion in Bitcoin, the digital currency&nbsp;hit a record-high above $43,000 on Monday.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-uk-and-us-to-speak-with-navalny-after-expulsion-of-diplomats-in-russia-362178" hreflang="en">EU, UK and US to speak with Navalny after expulsion of diplomats in Russia</a>

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The meeting at 1200 GMT is likely to be the first forum for the West to consider any possible joint response to Navalny's jailing last week and Friday's expulsions, which took place while the EU's top diplomat was visiting Moscow.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/martial-law-declared-in-parts-of-myanmar-362212">Martial law declared in parts of Myanmar</a>

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Martial law was declared on Monday in seven townships in Myanmar's second biggest city, Mandalay.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-moves-to-rejoin-un-human-rights-council-362217">US moves to rejoin UN Human Rights Council</a>

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The United States has moved to rejoin the UN Human Rights Council, nearly three years after former president Donald Trump's administration withdrew the country from body.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/witch-hunt-benjamin-netanyahu-denies-all-corruption-charges-in-mondays-trial-362177">Witch-hunt: Benjamin Netanyahu denies all corruption charges in Monday's trial</a>

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Netanyahu was charged last year with allegations of corruption as he has been accused of accepting improper gifts and trade regulatory favour with media giants in return for positive coverage.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-bans-invite-only-clubhouse-app-as-locals-use-it-to-discuss-uighur-muslims-mistreatment-362225">China bans Clubhouse app as locals use it to discuss sensitive issues</a>

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China has finally blocked access to a rare social interaction app, Clubhouse, after many locals started using it to discuss topics, including things the government does not approve.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mysterious-monolith-pops-up-near-turkish-world-heritage-site-362233" hreflang="en">Mysterious monolith pops up near Turkish world heritage site</a>

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The metal block was found by a farmer Friday in Sanliurfa province with old Turkic script that reads "Look at the sky, see the moon."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/refugee-group-condemns-damage-at-camps-hit-by-tigray-war-362236" hreflang="en">Refugee group condemns damage at camps hit by Tigray war</a>

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The damage was confirmed using satellite imagery depicting the two camps for Eritrean refugees, known as Hitsats and Shimelba, the Norwegian Refugee Council said in a statement.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/bitcoin-hits-record-high-after-tesla-invests-about-150-billion-in-it-362227" hreflang="en">Bitcoin hits record high after Tesla invests about $1.50 billion in it</a>

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Tesla's decision came just days after CEO Elon Musk changed his Twitter bio to simply read "#bitcoin." The announcement came in a US Securities and Exchange Commission document.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/undocumented-immigrants-to-get-free-access-to-covid-vaccines-too-uk-govt-362191" hreflang="en">Undocumented immigrants to get free access to COVID vaccines too: UK govt</a>

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Anyone in the UK can register with local doctors and get access to free frontline medical care, without having to worry about their immigration status in the country.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-jury-for-hong-kongs-first-national-security-trial-report-says-362241" hreflang="en">No jury for Hong Kong's first national security trial, report says</a>

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Hong Kong has decided against using a jury for the first trial under a sweeping national security law imposed by Beijing, a report has said.

The Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny's allies are hoping to have a video call with the European Union and envoys from Britain, the United States, Canada and Ukraine.

The Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny's allies are hoping to have a video call with the European Union and envoys from Britain, the United States, Canada and Ukraine. Meanwhile, in Israel, the prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu made a brief appearance in the court as the trial against his corruption charges resumed from today. In the west, after Tesla invested $1.5 billion in Bitcoin, the digital currency hit a record-high above $43,000 on Monday. Click on headlines to read more EU, UK and US to speak with Navalny after expulsion of diplomats in Russia The meeting at 1200 GMT is likely to be the first forum for the West to consider any possible joint response to Navalny's jailing last week and Friday's expulsions, which took place while the EU's top diplomat was visiting Moscow. Martial law declared in parts of Myanmar Martial law was declared on Monday in seven townships in Myanmar's second biggest city, Mandalay. US moves to rejoin UN Human Rights Council The United States has moved to rejoin the UN Human Rights Council, nearly three years after former president Donald Trump's administration withdrew the country from body. Witch-hunt: Benjamin Netanyahu denies all corruption charges in Monday's trial Netanyahu was charged last year with allegations of corruption as he has been accused of accepting improper gifts and trade regulatory favour with media giants in return for positive coverage. China bans Clubhouse app as locals use it to discuss sensitive issues China has finally blocked access to a rare social interaction app, Clubhouse, after many locals started using it to discuss topics, including things the government does not approve. Mysterious monolith pops up near Turkish world heritage site The metal block was found by a farmer Friday in Sanliurfa province with old Turkic script that reads "Look at the sky, see the moon." Refugee group condemns damage at camps hit by Tigray war The damage was confirmed using satellite imagery depicting the two camps for Eritrean refugees, known as Hitsats and Shimelba, the Norwegian Refugee Council said in a statement. Bitcoin hits record high after Tesla invests about $1.50 billion in it Tesla's decision came just days after CEO Elon Musk changed his Twitter bio to simply read "#bitcoin." The announcement came in a US Securities and Exchange Commission document. Undocumented immigrants to get free access to COVID vaccines too: UK govt Anyone in the UK can register with local doctors and get access to free frontline medical care, without having to worry about their immigration status in the country. No jury for Hong Kong's first national security trial, report says Hong Kong has decided against using a jury for the first trial under a sweeping national security law imposed by Beijing, a report has said.

Top 10 world news: Navalny to meet foreign envoys, Bitcoin rises above $43,000, and more

After a few days of the military coup, internet services have partially resumed in Myanmar. Meanwhile,&nbsp;Pakistan on Monday received the first batch of 500,000 doses of the coronavirus vaccine from China, as the country was gearing up to kick start its immunisation drive.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/internet-access-restored-as-myanmar-coup-protests-grow-361966" hreflang="en">Internet access restored as Myanmar coup protests grow</a>

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Spirit of the thousands of protesters who have been marching through the streets of Myanmar's biggest city saw an uptick on Sunday with the return of internet services that had been blocked a day earlier.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-ebola-case-detected-in-eastern-congo-362001">New Ebola case detected in eastern Congo</a>

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A new case of the Ebola virus was detected in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo near the city of Butembo, the health ministry said on Sunday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-says-wont-resume-nuclear-commitments-until-us-lifts-sanctions-361956">Iran says won't resume nuclear commitments until US lifts sanctions</a>

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Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has said the US must "completely lift" sanctions first, followed by verification by Tehran, if it wants them to reverse their nuclear steps.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/second-hong-kong-radio-host-arrested-for-sedition-361960">Second Hong Kong radio host arrested for sedition</a>

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A second Hong Kong internet radio host was arrested on Sunday under a sedition law that authorities have begun to wield against China's critics.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/google-phases-out-user-tracking-cookies-361961">Google phases out user-tracking 'cookies'</a>

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The downside of employing these cookies has been that they have raised the hackles of privacy defenders. The US internet giant has been hammered by critics over user privacy, and is keenly aware of trends for legislation protecting people's data rights.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bomb-kills-12-security-agents-in-somalia-as-politicians-wrangle-over-presidency-361994" hreflang="en">Bomb kills 12 security agents in Somalia as politicians wrangle over presidency</a>

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Islamist militant group al Shabaab, which analysts say is keen on exploiting the deadlock, claimed responsibility for the attack.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-variant-of-coronavirus-expected-to-bring-another-wave-in-france-experts-361982" hreflang="en">UK variant of coronavirus expected to bring another wave in France: Experts</a>

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Even though the proportion is low, as of now, the medical experts are expecting the UK variant to become more dominant and spread widely by the early weeks of March.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/poorer-regions-of-uk-struggling-to-control-coronavirus-cases-study-361975" hreflang="en">Poorer regions of UK struggling to control coronavirus cases: Study</a>

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Some experts believe this gap shows the incompetence of the Boris Johnson-led government which has allegedly failed to help the low-income groups of the country.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/paris-20-firefighters-accused-of-raping-minor-for-2-years-france-rallies-in-support-of-victim-361967" hreflang="en">Paris: 20 firefighters accused of raping minor for 2 years; France rallies in support of victim</a>

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Pierre had known the girl as he had helped her battle severe anxiety seizures back in 2008 when she was 13 years old.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/chinas-pla-provides-covid-vaccines-to-pakistan-army-361979" hreflang="en">China's PLA provides Covid vaccines to Pakistan Army</a>

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Pakistan on Monday received the first batch of 500,000 doses of the coronavirus vaccine from China, as the country was gearing up to kick start its immunisation drive.

After a few days of the military coup, internet services have partially resumed in Myanmar. Meanwhile, Pakistan on Monday received the first batch of 500,000 doses of the coronavirus vaccine from China, as the country was gearing up to kick start its immunisation drive.

After a few days of the military coup, internet services have partially resumed in Myanmar. Meanwhile, Pakistan on Monday received the first batch of 500,000 doses of the coronavirus vaccine from China, as the country was gearing up to kick start its immunisation drive. Click on headlines to read more Internet access restored as Myanmar coup protests grow Spirit of the thousands of protesters who have been marching through the streets of Myanmar's biggest city saw an uptick on Sunday with the return of internet services that had been blocked a day earlier. New Ebola case detected in eastern Congo A new case of the Ebola virus was detected in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo near the city of Butembo, the health ministry said on Sunday. Iran says won't resume nuclear commitments until US lifts sanctions Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has said the US must "completely lift" sanctions first, followed by verification by Tehran, if it wants them to reverse their nuclear steps. Second Hong Kong radio host arrested for sedition A second Hong Kong internet radio host was arrested on Sunday under a sedition law that authorities have begun to wield against China's critics. Google phases out user-tracking 'cookies' The downside of employing these cookies has been that they have raised the hackles of privacy defenders. The US internet giant has been hammered by critics over user privacy, and is keenly aware of trends for legislation protecting people's data rights. Bomb kills 12 security agents in Somalia as politicians wrangle over presidency Islamist militant group al Shabaab, which analysts say is keen on exploiting the deadlock, claimed responsibility for the attack. UK variant of coronavirus expected to bring another wave in France: Experts Even though the proportion is low, as of now, the medical experts are expecting the UK variant to become more dominant and spread widely by the early weeks of March. Poorer regions of UK struggling to control coronavirus cases: Study Some experts believe this gap shows the incompetence of the Boris Johnson-led government which has allegedly failed to help the low-income groups of the country. Paris: 20 firefighters accused of raping minor for 2 years; France rallies in support of victim Pierre had known the girl as he had helped her battle severe anxiety seizures back in 2008 when she was 13 years old. China's PLA provides Covid vaccines to Pakistan Army Pakistan on Monday received the first batch of 500,000 doses of the coronavirus vaccine from China, as the country was gearing up to kick start its immunisation drive.

Top 10 world news: Internet resumes in Myanmar, Pak army receives Chinese COVID vaccine, and more

An Australian economic advisor to Myanmar's deposed civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been detained in the country following a military coup. On the other hand,&nbsp;US Secretary of State Antony Blinken pressed Beijing on its treatment of Uighurs, Tibetans and Hong Kongers.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/australian-advisor-to-myanmars-aung-san-suu-kyi-detained-361792" hreflang="en">Australian advisor to Myanmar's Aung San Suu Kyi detained</a>

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An Australian economic advisor to Myanmar's deposed civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been detained in the country following a military coup.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/a-black-woman-will-lead-the-wto-for-the-first-time-361823">A Black woman will lead the WTO for the first time</a>

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Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, an economist and former finance minister of Nigeria, has become the first woman and the first African to lead the World Trade Organisation (WTO).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fbi-submits-affidavit-against-capitol-riot-accused-with-a-meme-image-of-nude-man-361829">FBI submits affidavit against Capitol riot accused with meme image of nude man</a>

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America's top security and law enforcement agency, the FBI, filed an affidavit this week against the Massachusetts man Brian McCreary who has been accused of inciting violence at Capitol.

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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said the United States would hold Beijing "accountable for its efforts to threaten stability in the Indo-Pacific, including across the Taiwan Strait, and its undermining of the rules-based international system."&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/german-firm-to-clear-beirut-port-of-52-hazardous-containers-361833">German firm to clear Beirut port of 52 hazardous containers</a>

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On Twitter, Andreas Kindl said the heavy lift transport company Combi Lift 'has treated 52 containers of hazardous and dangerous chemical material that had been accumulated over decades and were a threat to the people in Beirut'.

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The LGBT Network rights group helped the two Chechen men, Salekh Magamadov and Ismail Isayev, flee Chechnya for Nizhny Novgorod east of Moscow in June last year after they were reportedly tortured by Chechen special police.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/climate-change-may-have-contributed-to-emergence-of-coronavirus-in-china-study-361841" hreflang="en">Climate change may have contributed to emergence of coronavirus in China: Study</a>

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A team of researchers at the University of Cambridge have revealed that climate change could have played a direct role in the occurrence of the SARS-CoV-2 which has caused the deadly coronavirus pandemic.

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A day before the recently-elected US President Joe Biden is scheduled to take his first flight aboard the Air Force One, an intruder gained access to the Joint Base Andrews where the aircraft is parked.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-approves-chinas-sinovac-vaccine-for-the-elderly-361836" hreflang="en">Indonesia approves China's Sinovac vaccine for the elderly</a>

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Indonesia has approved China`s Sinovac Biotech`s COVID-19 vaccine for its elderly population, the country`s food and drugs authority (BPOM).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/former-nypd-officer-to-plead-guilty-of-planning-to-kill-husband-with-lovers-help-361826">Former NYPD officer to plead guilty of planning to kill husband, with lover's help</a>

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Valerie Cincinelli, who is a 36-year-old, has been in Brooklyn's federal jail since 2019 when she was jailed for devising a plan with her boyfriend to get her husband killed.

An Australian economic advisor to Myanmar's deposed civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been detained in the country following a military coup. On the other hand, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken pressed Beijing on its treatment of Uighurs, Tibetans and Hong Kongers.

An Australian economic advisor to Myanmar's deposed civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been detained in the country following a military coup. On the other hand, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken pressed Beijing on its treatment of Uighurs, Tibetans and Hong Kongers. Click on headlines to read more Australian advisor to Myanmar's Aung San Suu Kyi detained An Australian economic advisor to Myanmar's deposed civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been detained in the country following a military coup. A Black woman will lead the WTO for the first time Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, an economist and former finance minister of Nigeria, has become the first woman and the first African to lead the World Trade Organisation (WTO). FBI submits affidavit against Capitol riot accused with meme image of nude man America's top security and law enforcement agency, the FBI, filed an affidavit this week against the Massachusetts man Brian McCreary who has been accused of inciting violence at Capitol. Blinken warns China on Uighurs, Hong Kongers US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said the United States would hold Beijing "accountable for its efforts to threaten stability in the Indo-Pacific, including across the Taiwan Strait, and its undermining of the rules-based international system." German firm to clear Beirut port of 52 hazardous containers On Twitter, Andreas Kindl said the heavy lift transport company Combi Lift 'has treated 52 containers of hazardous and dangerous chemical material that had been accumulated over decades and were a threat to the people in Beirut'. Two gay men returned to Chechnya face 'mortal danger', rights group says The LGBT Network rights group helped the two Chechen men, Salekh Magamadov and Ismail Isayev, flee Chechnya for Nizhny Novgorod east of Moscow in June last year after they were reportedly tortured by Chechen special police. Climate change may have contributed to emergence of coronavirus in China: Study A team of researchers at the University of Cambridge have revealed that climate change could have played a direct role in the occurrence of the SARS-CoV-2 which has caused the deadly coronavirus pandemic. Intruder gains access to Air Force One parking base, before Biden's first flight A day before the recently-elected US President Joe Biden is scheduled to take his first flight aboard the Air Force One, an intruder gained access to the Joint Base Andrews where the aircraft is parked. Indonesia approves China's Sinovac vaccine for the elderly Indonesia has approved China`s Sinovac Biotech`s COVID-19 vaccine for its elderly population, the country`s food and drugs authority (BPOM). Former NYPD officer to plead guilty of planning to kill husband, with lover's help Valerie Cincinelli, who is a 36-year-old, has been in Brooklyn's federal jail since 2019 when she was jailed for devising a plan with her boyfriend to get her husband killed.

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The former US President&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/donald-trump">Donald Trump's</a>&nbsp;lawyers have declined a request from Democrats to testify at his impeachment trial. Meanwhile, the&nbsp;Senate has passed a budget resolution on Friday which has lent a step forward for the much-awaited $1.09 trillion coronavirus relief bill,&nbsp;being brought in by the US President<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/joe-biden">&nbsp;Joe Biden</a>. The tie-breaking vote was cast by Vice President<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/kamala-harris">&nbsp;Kamala Harris</a>. In Russia, the Kremlin critic,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/alexei-navalny">Alexei Navalny</a>, has urged Russians to overcome their fears and fight the government.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-rejects-invite-to-testify-at-impeachment-trial-after-capitol-riots-361597" hreflang="en">Donald Trump rejects invite to testify at impeachment trial after Capitol riot</a>

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The former US President Donald Trump's lawyers have declined a request from Democrats to testify at his impeachment trial, which is scheduled in the US Senate next week.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/oxford-confirms-covid-19-vaccine-with-astrazeneca-works-against-uk-variant-361608">Oxford confirms COVID-19 vaccine with AstraZeneca works against UK variant</a>

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AstraZeneca and Oxford University's COVID-19 vaccine has similar efficacy against the variant first identified in Kent, southern England, as previously circulating strains, the university said on Friday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/free-country-from-thieves-alexei-navalny-urges-russians-from-jail-to-overcome-their-fear-361604">Free country from 'thieves': Navalny urges Russians to overcome their fear</a>

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Legal pressure has been mounting on the 44-year-old anti-corruption campaigner and his allies since he returned in mid-January to Russia from Germany, where he had been recovering from a poisoning attack with the nerve agent Novichok. &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/exiled-uighurs-in-turkey-fear-sellout-to-china-in-exchange-for-vaccine-361537">Exiled Uighurs in Turkey fear sellout to China in exchange for vaccine</a>

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Turkey has been accused of agreeing to hand over Uighur Muslims to China in exchange for access to its COVID-19 vaccines.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/senate-approves-budget-bill-for-bidens-19-trillion-covid-relief-aid-harris-casts-tiebreaking-vote-361625" hreflang="en">Senate approves budget bill for Biden's $1.9 trillion COVID relief aid; Harris casts tiebreaking vote</a>

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The Senate has passed a budget resolution on Friday which has lent a step forward for the much-awaited $1.09 trillion coronavirus relief bill in the US.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-being-destroyed-supreme-court-justice-rues-over-sorry-state-of-democracy-361581">'Pakistan being destroyed': SC Justice rues over sorry state of democracy</a>

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The judge has lashed out at the government over the state of democracy, media freedom and governance while hearing on a matter related to local government election in the Supreme Court.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/donald-trump-writes-who-cares-as-he-resigns-from-screen-actors-guild-after-facing-expulsion-notice-361529">Donald Trump writes 'who cares' as he resigns from Screen Actors Guild</a>

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Former US President Donald Trump has resigned from SAG-AFTRA after facing expulsion notice from the actor's guild for inciting the Capitol riots on January 6.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-zealand-to-resume-refugee-intake-with-35-arriving-in-february-361606" hreflang="en">New Zealand to resume refugee intake with 35 arriving in February</a>

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'With health protocols in place and safe travel routes, we are ready to welcome small groups of refugee families as New Zealand residents to this country,' officials said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/warring-factions-welcome-biden-peace-push-in-yemen-361616" hreflang="en">Warring factions welcome Biden peace push in Yemen</a>

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The grinding six-year war in Yemen has killed tens of thousands and displaced millions, triggering what the United Nations calls the world's worst humanitarian disaster.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/denmark-moves-forward-on-north-sea-energy-island-361624" hreflang="en">Denmark moves forward on North Sea 'energy island'</a>

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Denmark has approved plans to build an artificial island in the North Sea that could generate wind power for at least three million households, a government spokesman said Friday.

The former US President Donald Trump's lawyers have declined a request from Democrats to testify at his impeachment trial. Meanwhile, the Senate has passed a budget resolution on Friday which has lent a step forward for the much-awaited $1.

The former US President Donald Trump's lawyers have declined a request from Democrats to testify at his impeachment trial. Meanwhile, the Senate has passed a budget resolution on Friday which has lent a step forward for the much-awaited $1.09 trillion coronavirus relief bill, being brought in by the US President Joe Biden. The tie-breaking vote was cast by Vice President Kamala Harris. In Russia, the Kremlin critic, Alexei Navalny, has urged Russians to overcome their fears and fight the government. Click on headlines to read more. Donald Trump rejects invite to testify at impeachment trial after Capitol riot The former US President Donald Trump's lawyers have declined a request from Democrats to testify at his impeachment trial, which is scheduled in the US Senate next week. Oxford confirms COVID-19 vaccine with AstraZeneca works against UK variant AstraZeneca and Oxford University's COVID-19 vaccine has similar efficacy against the variant first identified in Kent, southern England, as previously circulating strains, the university said on Friday. Free country from 'thieves': Navalny urges Russians to overcome their fear Legal pressure has been mounting on the 44-year-old anti-corruption campaigner and his allies since he returned in mid-January to Russia from Germany, where he had been recovering from a poisoning attack with the nerve agent Novichok. Exiled Uighurs in Turkey fear sellout to China in exchange for vaccine Turkey has been accused of agreeing to hand over Uighur Muslims to China in exchange for access to its COVID-19 vaccines. Senate approves budget bill for Biden's $1.9 trillion COVID relief aid; Harris casts tiebreaking vote The Senate has passed a budget resolution on Friday which has lent a step forward for the much-awaited $1.09 trillion coronavirus relief bill in the US. 'Pakistan being destroyed': SC Justice rues over sorry state of democracy The judge has lashed out at the government over the state of democracy, media freedom and governance while hearing on a matter related to local government election in the Supreme Court. Donald Trump writes 'who cares' as he resigns from Screen Actors Guild Former US President Donald Trump has resigned from SAG-AFTRA after facing expulsion notice from the actor's guild for inciting the Capitol riots on January 6. New Zealand to resume refugee intake with 35 arriving in February 'With health protocols in place and safe travel routes, we are ready to welcome small groups of refugee families as New Zealand residents to this country,' officials said. Warring factions welcome Biden peace push in Yemen The grinding six-year war in Yemen has killed tens of thousands and displaced millions, triggering what the United Nations calls the world's worst humanitarian disaster. Denmark moves forward on North Sea 'energy island' Denmark has approved plans to build an artificial island in the North Sea that could generate wind power for at least three million households, a government spokesman said Friday.

Top 10 world news: Trump not to testify, AstraZeneca works against UK variant, and more

Russian police detained Yulia Navalnaya, the wife of jailed Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny, at an unauthorised protest in Moscow on Sunday, along with thousands of other supporters of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/alexei-navalny">Alexei Navalny</a>. In France, too, demonstrators took to streets to protest against the new security bill.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/navalnys-wife-among-thousands-held-as-russian-police-clamp-down-on-protests-360443" hreflang="en">Navalny's wife among thousands held as Russian police clamp down on protests</a>

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Russian police detained Yulia Navalnaya, the wife of jailed Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny, at an unauthorised protest in Moscow on Sunday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-plane-crash-family-sues-boeing-for-flying-faulty-airplane-360438">Indonesia plane crash: Family sues Boeing for flying 'faulty' airplane</a>

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A family who lost their relatives to the Indonesian plane crash have filed a legal case against Boeing alleging them of flying a "defective and unreasonably dangerous" aircraft.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-to-apply-for-asia-pacific-free-trade-bloc-membership-360407">UK to apply for Asia-Pacific free trade bloc membership</a>

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Britain is set to formally apply to join the 11-nation free-trade bloc of Asia-Pacific countries weeks after leaving the European single market with its departure from the EU.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/vietnams-anti-corruption-czar-crowned-party-chief-again-after-secretive-congress-360420">Vietnam's anti-corruption czar crowned party chief again after secretive congress</a>

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Vietnam's ruling Communist Party chief Nguyen Phu Trong was re-elected most powerful man of the country on Sunday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-to-send-5000-vaccine-doses-to-palestinians-health-ministry-360445">Israel to send 5,000 vaccine doses to Palestinians: Health ministry</a>

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Nearly 5,000 doses of coronavirus vaccines will be sent to the Palestinian Authority to make sure medical personnel can be inoculated.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uks-queen-may-host-biden-at-buckingham-palace-before-g7-summit-in-june-360456" hreflang="en">UK's Queen may host Biden at Buckingham Palace before G7 summit in June</a>

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The Sunday Times newspaper described the event as as a "soft power" reception, adding the Queen would be joined by the Prince of Wales, the Duchess of Cornwall and the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fugitive-ex-leader-of-ethiopias-tigray-region-vows-extended-resistance-360448" hreflang="en">Fugitive ex-leader of Ethiopia's Tigray region vows 'extended resistance'</a>

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The former ruling party in Ethiopia`s northern region of Tigray is committed to "extended resistance", according to an audio message purporting to be from its leader, who accused federal government forces and their allies of rape and looting.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/one-dead-five-missing-as-fresh-cyclone-batters-fiji-360416" hreflang="en">One dead, five missing as fresh cyclone batters Fiji</a>

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Cyclone Ana, a Category Two storm, slammed into the South Pacific island nation with winds up to 140 kilometres an hour (87 mph) and heavy rain, causing widespread flooding.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-begins-supplying-sputnik-v-doses-to-rebel-held-area-despite-ukraine-ban-360412" hreflang="en">Russia begins supplying Sputnik V doses to rebel-held area despite Ukraine ban</a>

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Ukraine's government is planning to receive shipments of Western-made vaccines from February and has prohibited the use of Russia's Sputnik V.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/for-freedom-france-takes-to-streets-against-new-security-bill-360431">Pics- For freedom: France takes to streets against new security bill</a>

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A fresh wave of protests broke out in several cities of France against the new security bill. The protestors clashed with the police during these demonstrations, which ended with water jets and messages against the government.

Russian police detained Yulia Navalnaya, the wife of jailed Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny, at an unauthorised protest in Moscow on Sunday, along with thousands of other supporters of Alexei Navalny.

Russian police detained Yulia Navalnaya, the wife of jailed Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny, at an unauthorised protest in Moscow on Sunday, along with thousands of other supporters of Alexei Navalny. In France, too, demonstrators took to streets to protest against the new security bill. Click on headline to read more Navalny's wife among thousands held as Russian police clamp down on protests Russian police detained Yulia Navalnaya, the wife of jailed Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny, at an unauthorised protest in Moscow on Sunday. Indonesia plane crash: Family sues Boeing for flying 'faulty' airplane A family who lost their relatives to the Indonesian plane crash have filed a legal case against Boeing alleging them of flying a "defective and unreasonably dangerous" aircraft. UK to apply for Asia-Pacific free trade bloc membership Britain is set to formally apply to join the 11-nation free-trade bloc of Asia-Pacific countries weeks after leaving the European single market with its departure from the EU. Vietnam's anti-corruption czar crowned party chief again after secretive congress Vietnam's ruling Communist Party chief Nguyen Phu Trong was re-elected most powerful man of the country on Sunday. Israel to send 5,000 vaccine doses to Palestinians: Health ministry Nearly 5,000 doses of coronavirus vaccines will be sent to the Palestinian Authority to make sure medical personnel can be inoculated. UK's Queen may host Biden at Buckingham Palace before G7 summit in June The Sunday Times newspaper described the event as as a "soft power" reception, adding the Queen would be joined by the Prince of Wales, the Duchess of Cornwall and the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. Fugitive ex-leader of Ethiopia's Tigray region vows 'extended resistance' The former ruling party in Ethiopia`s northern region of Tigray is committed to "extended resistance", according to an audio message purporting to be from its leader, who accused federal government forces and their allies of rape and looting. One dead, five missing as fresh cyclone batters Fiji Cyclone Ana, a Category Two storm, slammed into the South Pacific island nation with winds up to 140 kilometres an hour (87 mph) and heavy rain, causing widespread flooding. Russia begins supplying Sputnik V doses to rebel-held area despite Ukraine ban Ukraine's government is planning to receive shipments of Western-made vaccines from February and has prohibited the use of Russia's Sputnik V. Pics- For freedom: France takes to streets against new security bill A fresh wave of protests broke out in several cities of France against the new security bill. The protestors clashed with the police during these demonstrations, which ended with water jets and messages against the government.

Top 10 world news: Navalny's wife detained, France protests, and more

The UK's Prime Minister Boris Johnson has penned an open letter thanking parents for homeschooling children amid the coronavirus pandemic. Meanwhile, a man has been charged in the UK for sending a suspicious package to a plant of the AstraZeneca vaccine plant. In the US, the movement 'Black Lives Matter' has been proposed for the&nbsp;Nobel Peace Prize.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/black-lives-matter-movement-proposed-for-nobel-peace-prize-360299" hreflang="en">Black Lives Matter movement proposed for Nobel Peace Prize</a>

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Black Lives Matter, a movement which received an impetus in May, 2020, has been proposed for the Nobel Peace Prize.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-court-orders-house-arrest-for-navalnys-brother-and-allies-360272">Russian court orders house arrest for Navalny's brother and allies</a>

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On Friday, the Moscow police department announced plans to temporarily close down metro stations and nearby streets to the Kremin ahead of weekend protests.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-first-lady-to-help-reunite-migrant-kids-with-parents-360280">US first lady to help reunite migrant kids with parents</a>

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In line with his campaign promises, President Joe Biden plans to announce on Tuesday "his launch of a task force on reunifying families and children. Something that he is personally committed to, his wife Dr Biden is personally committed to and invested in," said White House spokeswoman Jen Psaki.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-and-turkey-open-monitoring-centre-for-nagorno-karabakh-region-360284">Russia and Turkey open monitoring centre for Nagorno-Karabakh region</a>

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The centre, which both countries agreed to set up in November, was officially opened in the Agdam region of Azerbaijan. It will be staffed by up to 60 servicemen each from Turkey and from Russia, the Azeri defence ministry said in a statement.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/man-charged-for-sending-suspicious-package-to-astrazeneca-plant-360296" hreflang="en">Man charged for sending suspicious package to AstraZeneca plant</a>

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It has been reported by the local media that a 53-year-old man from Kent has been charged for sending this package to the facility.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/joe-biden-visits-walter-reed-hospital-to-meet-wounded-us-soldiers-360282" hreflang="en">Joe Biden visits Walter Reed hospital to meet wounded US soldiers</a>

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Joe and his wife have since then been thankful to the hospital and its staff for taking care of his son 'in his final days with great grace and dignity'.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/boris-johnson-pens-open-letter-thanking-parents-for-homeschooling-children-amid-pandemic-360291" hreflang="en">Boris Johnson pens open letter thanking parents for homeschooling children</a>

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British Prime Minister Boris Johnson penned an open letter to parents, who have "magnificently" handled the hardships of homeschooling amid the coronavirus pandemic, which sent the UK schools into virtual learning last year.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/n-ireland-chief-minister-calls-for-removal-of-brexit-protocol-360290" hreflang="en">N Ireland chief minister calls for removal of Brexit protocol</a>

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Brussels was forced to row back on threats it made late Friday to invoke Article 16 of the post-Brexit Northern Ireland Protocol and stop the free-flow of vaccines over the Irish border.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/elon-musks-spacex-violated-launch-license-in-starship-rocket-reports-360305" hreflang="en">Elon Musk's SpaceX violated launch license in Starship rocket: Reports</a>

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Elon Musk's SpaceX has found itself in the news again, but this time it is not for gathering praise for its yet another launch.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-and-turkey-open-monitoring-centre-for-nagorno-karabakh-region-360284" hreflang="en">Russia and Turkey open monitoring centre for Nagorno-Karabakh region</a>

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The centre, which both countries agreed to set up in November, was officially opened in the Agdam region of Azerbaijan. It will be staffed by up to 60 servicemen each from Turkey and from Russia, the Azeri defence ministry said in a statement.

The UK's Prime Minister Boris Johnson has penned an open letter thanking parents for homeschooling children amid the coronavirus pandemic. Meanwhile, a man has been charged in the UK for sending a suspicious package to a plant of the AstraZeneca vaccine plant.

The UK's Prime Minister Boris Johnson has penned an open letter thanking parents for homeschooling children amid the coronavirus pandemic. Meanwhile, a man has been charged in the UK for sending a suspicious package to a plant of the AstraZeneca vaccine plant. In the US, the movement 'Black Lives Matter' has been proposed for the Nobel Peace Prize. Click on headlines to read more Black Lives Matter movement proposed for Nobel Peace Prize Black Lives Matter, a movement which received an impetus in May, 2020, has been proposed for the Nobel Peace Prize. Russian court orders house arrest for Navalny's brother and allies On Friday, the Moscow police department announced plans to temporarily close down metro stations and nearby streets to the Kremin ahead of weekend protests. US first lady to help reunite migrant kids with parents In line with his campaign promises, President Joe Biden plans to announce on Tuesday "his launch of a task force on reunifying families and children. Something that he is personally committed to, his wife Dr Biden is personally committed to and invested in," said White House spokeswoman Jen Psaki. Russia and Turkey open monitoring centre for Nagorno-Karabakh region The centre, which both countries agreed to set up in November, was officially opened in the Agdam region of Azerbaijan. It will be staffed by up to 60 servicemen each from Turkey and from Russia, the Azeri defence ministry said in a statement. Man charged for sending suspicious package to AstraZeneca plant It has been reported by the local media that a 53-year-old man from Kent has been charged for sending this package to the facility. Joe Biden visits Walter Reed hospital to meet wounded US soldiers Joe and his wife have since then been thankful to the hospital and its staff for taking care of his son 'in his final days with great grace and dignity'. Boris Johnson pens open letter thanking parents for homeschooling children British Prime Minister Boris Johnson penned an open letter to parents, who have "magnificently" handled the hardships of homeschooling amid the coronavirus pandemic, which sent the UK schools into virtual learning last year. N Ireland chief minister calls for removal of Brexit protocol Brussels was forced to row back on threats it made late Friday to invoke Article 16 of the post-Brexit Northern Ireland Protocol and stop the free-flow of vaccines over the Irish border. Elon Musk's SpaceX violated launch license in Starship rocket: Reports Elon Musk's SpaceX has found itself in the news again, but this time it is not for gathering praise for its yet another launch. Russia and Turkey open monitoring centre for Nagorno-Karabakh region The centre, which both countries agreed to set up in November, was officially opened in the Agdam region of Azerbaijan. It will be staffed by up to 60 servicemen each from Turkey and from Russia, the Azeri defence ministry said in a statement.

Top 10 world news: Black Lives Matter for Nobel Peace, Boris pens open letter, and more

The Sindh government on Friday filed a review petition before Pakistan Supreme Court after it granted a release order for Omar Saeed Sheikh, the prime suspect in Daniel Pearl killing.

The Chinese government said it will "no longer recognise" the British national (overseas) passport which potentially benefits millions of Hong Kongers. The new visa path opens up entry to the UK to an estimated 2.9 million adults in Hong Kong and their dependents who number nearly 2.3 million.

Meanwhile, World Health Organisation (WHO) experts visited the visit in Wuhan as part of their investigation on the coronavirus origins. The field visits will include the Wuhan Institute of Virology, Huanan market and the Wuhan CDC laboratory, the WHO said. The Hunan market is considered to be first major cluster of coronavirus outbreak.

UK's transport secretary, Grant Shapps, said the UAE had been added to the 30 existing countries which are currently subject to a travel ban – along with Rwanda and Burundi in central Africa. This move will shut down the world's busiest international airline route from Dubai to London.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/daniel-pearl-killing-after-us-displeasure-pakistan-files-review-petition-in-supreme-court-360049">Daniel Pearl killing: After US displeasure, Pakistan files review petition in Supreme Court</a>

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Pakistan Supreme Court&nbsp;on Thursday had ordered the immediate release of Omar Saeed Sheikh, the prime suspect in Daniel Pearl killing who was convicted of the murder by a lower court in Pakistan

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/will-no-longer-recognise-uks-bno-passport-for-hong-kongers-china-360066">Will no longer recognise UK's BNO passport for Hong Kongers: China</a>

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According to the British government, starting January 31, &nbsp;holders of British national overseas status will be able to apply to live and work in the UK for up to five years and they can eventually seek a UK citizenship.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/worlds-busiest-international-airline-route-shuts-as-uk-bans-flights-from-uae-360053">World's busiest international airline route shuts as UK bans flights from UAE</a>

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Emirates and Etihad normally carry large numbers of passengers connecting from Britain to destinations like Australia through their airport hubs, meaning the decision to cancel those flights will have far-reaching implications.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-publishes-redacted-astrazeneca-vaccine-contract-amid-row-360098">EU publishes redacted AstraZeneca vaccine contract amid row</a>

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The contract was signed on August 27 and the published version contains redacted parts related to some confidential information such as invoices.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-coronavirus-experts-to-start-fieldwork-in-wuhan-360025">WHO coronavirus experts to start fieldwork in Wuhan</a>

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Wuhan's food market that is considered to be the "ground zero" of coronavirus pandemic.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nato-member-lithuania-bans-chinese-airport-screening-equipment-360122">NATO member Lithuania bans Chinese airport screening equipment</a>

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The move came amid increased concern in the West over Chinese investments in critical infrastructure, including 5G telecommunications networks.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/personal-data-stolen-from-dutch-coronavirus-track-and-trace-programme-360105">Personal data stolen from Dutch coronavirus track-and-trace programme</a>

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The GGD confirmed a media report that data had been stolen and apologised for what it said were two separate leaks. It said in a statement it did not know how many people were affected by the data theft, but they could number in the thousands.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-accuses-us-of-violating-afghan-deal-360090">Taliban accuses US of violating Afghan deal</a>

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The US signed a landmark deal with the insurgents last year, agreeing to withdraw all of its troops from the country in return for security guarantees after a stalemate on the battlefield.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/bitcoin-jumps-14-per-cent-to-two-week-high-after-elon-musk-tag-360071">Bitcoin jumps 14 per cent to two-week high after Elon Musk tag</a>

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GameStop Corp , which has been at the centre of retail trading frenzy, surged 50% on Tuesday after Musk tweeted "Gamestonk!!"

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-one-year-russia-population-shrinks-by-half-a-million-360052">In one year, Russia population shrinks by half a million</a>

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Russia, like many other countries, is currently suffering excess mortality as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.&nbsp;

The Sindh government on Friday filed a review petition before Pakistan Supreme Court after it granted a release order for Omar Saeed Sheikh, the prime suspect in Daniel Pearl killing.

The Sindh government on Friday filed a review petition before Pakistan Supreme Court after it granted a release order for Omar Saeed Sheikh, the prime suspect in Daniel Pearl killing. The Chinese government said it will "no longer recognise" the British national (overseas) passport which potentially benefits millions of Hong Kongers. The new visa path opens up entry to the UK to an estimated 2.9 million adults in Hong Kong and their dependents who number nearly 2.3 million. Meanwhile, World Health Organisation (WHO) experts visited the visit in Wuhan as part of their investigation on the coronavirus origins. The field visits will include the Wuhan Institute of Virology, Huanan market and the Wuhan CDC laboratory, the WHO said. The Hunan market is considered to be first major cluster of coronavirus outbreak. UK's transport secretary, Grant Shapps, said the UAE had been added to the 30 existing countries which are currently subject to a travel ban – along with Rwanda and Burundi in central Africa. This move will shut down the world's busiest international airline route from Dubai to London. Daniel Pearl killing: After US displeasure, Pakistan files review petition in Supreme Court Pakistan Supreme Court on Thursday had ordered the immediate release of Omar Saeed Sheikh, the prime suspect in Daniel Pearl killing who was convicted of the murder by a lower court in Pakistan Will no longer recognise UK's BNO passport for Hong Kongers: China According to the British government, starting January 31, holders of British national overseas status will be able to apply to live and work in the UK for up to five years and they can eventually seek a UK citizenship. World's busiest international airline route shuts as UK bans flights from UAE Emirates and Etihad normally carry large numbers of passengers connecting from Britain to destinations like Australia through their airport hubs, meaning the decision to cancel those flights will have far-reaching implications. EU publishes redacted AstraZeneca vaccine contract amid row The contract was signed on August 27 and the published version contains redacted parts related to some confidential information such as invoices. WHO coronavirus experts to start fieldwork in Wuhan Wuhan's food market that is considered to be the "ground zero" of coronavirus pandemic. NATO member Lithuania bans Chinese airport screening equipment The move came amid increased concern in the West over Chinese investments in critical infrastructure, including 5G telecommunications networks. Personal data stolen from Dutch coronavirus track-and-trace programme The GGD confirmed a media report that data had been stolen and apologised for what it said were two separate leaks. It said in a statement it did not know how many people were affected by the data theft, but they could number in the thousands. Taliban accuses US of violating Afghan deal The US signed a landmark deal with the insurgents last year, agreeing to withdraw all of its troops from the country in return for security guarantees after a stalemate on the battlefield. Bitcoin jumps 14 per cent to two-week high after Elon Musk tag GameStop Corp , which has been at the centre of retail trading frenzy, surged 50% on Tuesday after Musk tweeted "Gamestonk!!" In one year, Russia population shrinks by half a million Russia, like many other countries, is currently suffering excess mortality as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.

Top 10 world news: Pakistan files review petition in Supreme Court in Daniel Pearl case, China rejects UK's BNO passport

Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/italian-prime-minister-conte-close-to-resigning-report-359159">Conte</a>&nbsp;handed his resignation to President Sergio Mattarella after his government lost his majority in the upper house Senate last week, courtesy coronavirus losses. Meanwhile, the EU Chief, German Chancellor and South Africa President have called for fair distribution of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine?page=1">COVID-19 vaccine</a>&nbsp;around the world.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pandemic-fallout-italian-pm-giuseppe-conte-resigns-after-losing-senate-vote-359480" hreflang="en">Pandemic fallout: Italian PM Giuseppe Conte resigns after losing Senate vote</a>

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The centrist Italia Viva party led by former premier Matteo Renzi had quit the coalition government after a row over the government's handling of the coronavirus crisis and economic recession.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nuclear-deal-row-us-should-return-to-full-compliance-for-iran-to-meet-obligations-says-russia-359489">Nuclear deal: US should comply fully for Iran to meet obligation, says Russia</a>

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Iranian foreign minister Mohammad Javad Zarif had said earlier that his country "will return to the full implementation of our obligations" if the US government lifts sanctions.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-zealand-may-keep-its-borders-closed-for-much-of-2021-amid-pandemic-359474">New Zealand may keep its borders closed for much of 2021 amid pandemic</a>

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New Zealand recently confirmed its first case of COVID-19 in several months after a woman who returned to New Zealand tested positive for the South African strain.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-chief-says-companies-must-deliver-coronavirus-vaccines-germany-agrees-359459">EU chief says companies 'must deliver' coronavirus vaccines; Germany agrees</a>

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The&nbsp;EU Chief Ursula von der Leyen has asked the pharmaceutical companies to stay serve their word and not cause any delays in the deliveries of the vaccines.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uganda-armed-forces-withdrawn-from-bobi-wines-house-after-court-orders-359482" hreflang="en">Uganda: Armed forces withdrawn from Bobi Wine's house after court orders</a>

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Wine has accused General Museveni of voter fraud and has claimed that the recently-concluded elections to be rigged and has also alleged an attempt of a coup against him.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/german-chancellor-angela-merkel-urges-fair-distribution-of-coronavirus-vaccine-359494" hreflang="en">German chancellor Angela Merkel urges 'fair' distribution of coronavirus vaccine</a>

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The German Chancellor Angela Merkel has called for "fair" distribution of coronavirus vaccines across the world, rather than the adoption of 'me first' attitude.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-to-keep-all-options-on-table-for-navalnys-release-us-press-sec-jen-psaki-359479" hreflang="en">Biden to keep all options on table for Navalny's release: US Press Sec Jen Psaki</a>

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'I'll just reiterate our call from here on Russian authorities to release all those detained for exercising their universal rights and for the immediate and unconditional release of Alexei Navalny,' US said in a statement.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sa-president-calls-out-rich-countries-for-hoarding-vaccines-359471" hreflang="en">SA President calls out rich countries for hoarding vaccines</a>

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So far the COVID-19 African Vaccine Acquistion Task Team (for African Union) has secured 260 million doses and a further 700 million are expected from Covax.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/large-and-extremely-dangerous-alabama-tornado-causes-havoc-hospital-and-church-destroyed-359466" hreflang="en">'Large and extremely dangerous': Alabama tornado causes havoc; hospital and Church destroyed</a>

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The Jefferson County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) also reported locals having suffered minor as well as serious injuries after getting trapped under rubbles.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/scientists-discover-solar-system-with-planets-in-a-strange-rhythm-359438" hreflang="en">Scientists discover solar system with planets in a strange 'rhythm'</a>

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Astronomers recently found a solar system whereby six planets are suspended in a strange rhythm.

Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte handed his resignation to President Sergio Mattarella after his government lost his majority in the upper house Senate last week, courtesy coronavirus losses.

Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte handed his resignation to President Sergio Mattarella after his government lost his majority in the upper house Senate last week, courtesy coronavirus losses. Meanwhile, the EU Chief, German Chancellor and South Africa President have called for fair distribution of COVID-19 vaccine around the world. Click on headlines to read more Pandemic fallout: Italian PM Giuseppe Conte resigns after losing Senate vote The centrist Italia Viva party led by former premier Matteo Renzi had quit the coalition government after a row over the government's handling of the coronavirus crisis and economic recession. Nuclear deal: US should comply fully for Iran to meet obligation, says Russia Iranian foreign minister Mohammad Javad Zarif had said earlier that his country "will return to the full implementation of our obligations" if the US government lifts sanctions. New Zealand may keep its borders closed for much of 2021 amid pandemic New Zealand recently confirmed its first case of COVID-19 in several months after a woman who returned to New Zealand tested positive for the South African strain. EU chief says companies 'must deliver' coronavirus vaccines; Germany agrees The EU Chief Ursula von der Leyen has asked the pharmaceutical companies to stay serve their word and not cause any delays in the deliveries of the vaccines. Uganda: Armed forces withdrawn from Bobi Wine's house after court orders Wine has accused General Museveni of voter fraud and has claimed that the recently-concluded elections to be rigged and has also alleged an attempt of a coup against him. German chancellor Angela Merkel urges 'fair' distribution of coronavirus vaccine The German Chancellor Angela Merkel has called for "fair" distribution of coronavirus vaccines across the world, rather than the adoption of 'me first' attitude. Biden to keep all options on table for Navalny's release: US Press Sec Jen Psaki 'I'll just reiterate our call from here on Russian authorities to release all those detained for exercising their universal rights and for the immediate and unconditional release of Alexei Navalny,' US said in a statement. SA President calls out rich countries for hoarding vaccines So far the COVID-19 African Vaccine Acquistion Task Team (for African Union) has secured 260 million doses and a further 700 million are expected from Covax. 'Large and extremely dangerous': Alabama tornado causes havoc; hospital and Church destroyed The Jefferson County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) also reported locals having suffered minor as well as serious injuries after getting trapped under rubbles. Scientists discover solar system with planets in a strange 'rhythm' Astronomers recently found a solar system whereby six planets are suspended in a strange rhythm.

Top 10 world news: Italian PM resigns, leaders urge fair vaccine distribution, and more

The&nbsp;Chinese President Xi Jinping speaking virtually at the World Economic Forum (WEF) warned against the "new Cold War". It was also reported that&nbsp;according to UN data, China has overtaken the United States as the world’s top destination for new foreign direct investment(FDI) in 2020.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin has denied accusations made by his critic Alexei Navalny.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-cold-war-will-only-push-the-world-into-division-says-president-xi-at-world-economic-forum-359255" hreflang="en">New Cold War will push the world into division: Xi at World Economic Forum</a>

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Chinese President Xi Jinping speaking virtually at the World Economic Forum(WEF) warned against the "new Cold War".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-rejects-black-sea-property-belongs-to-him-after-navalnys-accusation-359242">Putin rejects Black Sea property belongs to him after Navalny's accusation</a>

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The Kremlin today accused US tech giants of interference in Navalny protests which broke out throughout Russia over the weekend even as Navalny's aides called for new anti-government rallies.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/moderna-vaccine-effective-against-uk-and-south-africa-coronavirus-variant-359262">Moderna vaccine effective against UK and South Africa coronavirus variant</a>

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The US firm Moderna has claimed their vaccine is effective against the new strain of coronavirus found in the UK and South Africa.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-overtakes-us-as-top-fdi-destination-359210">China overtakes US as top FDI destination</a>

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According to United Nations data, China has overtaken the United States as the world’s top destination for new foreign direct investment(FDI) in 2020.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/so-much-else-to-do-chuck-schumer-promises-a-fair-but-quick-impeachment-trial-for-trump-359246" hreflang="en">'So much else to do': Chuck Schumer promises a fair but quick impeachment trial for Trump</a>

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Donald Trump will be facing his second impeachment trial — making him the first US President to have this proceeding — in the first few weeks of February.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uganda-high-court-ends-bobi-wines-house-arrest-359241" hreflang="en">Uganda: High court ends Bobi Wine's house arrest</a>

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Justice Michael Elubu in his verdict said that Wine's arrest is 'unlawful' and his right to liberty has been 'infringed'.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/anti-curfew-demonstrations-erupt-in-netherlands-as-europe-battles-virus-359222" hreflang="en">Anti-curfew demonstrations erupt in Netherlands as Europe battles virus</a>

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The curfew which is largely intended to target the new COVID-19 variant is one of the toughest moves yet implemented by the Dutch government.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/480000-killed-by-extreme-weather-this-century-study-359233" hreflang="en">480,000 killed by extreme weather this century: Study</a>

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The think tank Germanwatch calculated that these disasters have cost the global economy a staggering $2.56 trillion this century.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/earths-ice-is-vanishing-faster-today-than-in-the-mid-1990s-study-359228" hreflang="en">Earth's ice is vanishing faster today than in the mid-1990s: Study</a>

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Since the mid-1990s, an estimated 28 trillion metric tons of ice have melted away from the glaciers, sea ice, and ice sheets.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/britishers-and-scottish-get-drunk-more-than-anyone-else-survey-359260">Britishers and Scottish get drunk more than anyone else: Survey</a>

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As per a survey conducted by the Global Drugs Survey (GDS) in 25 countries, Britishers and Scottish people are often rushed to the hospitals after getting drunk.

The Chinese President Xi Jinping speaking virtually at the World Economic Forum (WEF) warned against the "new Cold War". It was also reported that according to UN data, China has overtaken the United States as the world’s top destination for new foreign direct investment(FDI) in 2020.

The Chinese President Xi Jinping speaking virtually at the World Economic Forum (WEF) warned against the "new Cold War". It was also reported that according to UN data, China has overtaken the United States as the world’s top destination for new foreign direct investment(FDI) in 2020. Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin has denied accusations made by his critic Alexei Navalny. Click on headlines to read more New Cold War will push the world into division: Xi at World Economic Forum Chinese President Xi Jinping speaking virtually at the World Economic Forum(WEF) warned against the "new Cold War". Putin rejects Black Sea property belongs to him after Navalny's accusation The Kremlin today accused US tech giants of interference in Navalny protests which broke out throughout Russia over the weekend even as Navalny's aides called for new anti-government rallies. Moderna vaccine effective against UK and South Africa coronavirus variant The US firm Moderna has claimed their vaccine is effective against the new strain of coronavirus found in the UK and South Africa. China overtakes US as top FDI destination According to United Nations data, China has overtaken the United States as the world’s top destination for new foreign direct investment(FDI) in 2020. 'So much else to do': Chuck Schumer promises a fair but quick impeachment trial for Trump Donald Trump will be facing his second impeachment trial — making him the first US President to have this proceeding — in the first few weeks of February. Uganda: High court ends Bobi Wine's house arrest Justice Michael Elubu in his verdict said that Wine's arrest is 'unlawful' and his right to liberty has been 'infringed'. Anti-curfew demonstrations erupt in Netherlands as Europe battles virus The curfew which is largely intended to target the new COVID-19 variant is one of the toughest moves yet implemented by the Dutch government. 480,000 killed by extreme weather this century: Study The think tank Germanwatch calculated that these disasters have cost the global economy a staggering $2.56 trillion this century. Earth's ice is vanishing faster today than in the mid-1990s: Study Since the mid-1990s, an estimated 28 trillion metric tons of ice have melted away from the glaciers, sea ice, and ice sheets. Britishers and Scottish get drunk more than anyone else: Survey As per a survey conducted by the Global Drugs Survey (GDS) in 25 countries, Britishers and Scottish people are often rushed to the hospitals after getting drunk.

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Russia has seen violent protests over the weekend, demanding the immediate release of the Kremlin critic <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/alexei-navalny">Alexei Navalny</a>. Various international leaders have also spoken out in favour of Navalny. More than 3,000 protestors were also arrested by the Russian police, raising questions about the police brutality. Meanwhile, Pakistan's PIA has found itself in yet another controversy.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kremlin-says-putin-ready-for-dialogue-if-us-willing-359012" hreflang="en">Kremlin says Putin ready for dialogue if US willing</a>

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Russia police on Saturday detained over 3,300 protesters, including Navalny's wife, according to protest monitor OVD Info, as tens of thousands took to the streets to denounce President Vladimir Putin's rule.&nbsp;His wife was later released.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pia-aircraft-seized-at-kuala-lumpur-with-170-passengers-on-board-359013">PIA aircraft seized at Kuala Lumpur with 170 passengers on board</a>

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The Pakistan company has now, after almost a week, paid nearly $7 million to the Irish company over lease dispute.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/violence-by-russian-police-under-scanner-after-arrest-of-3300-protesters-358988">Violence by Russian police under scanner after arrest of 3,300 protesters</a>

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Police clashed with demonstrators in Moscow as tens of thousands took to the streets across the country on Saturday following Navalny's call to protest against President Vladimir Putin's rule.

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The United States has reiterated its commitment to continue to support Taiwan is "rock-solid" as it warned that China's "attempts to intimidate" the island are a threat to regional peace.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/london-police-raid-birthday-party-to-find-cardboard-made-guests-359026" hreflang="en">London: Police raid birthday party to find cardboard-made guests</a>

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When the police knocked on the door of the jet tycoon, Steve Varsanao, they realised the guests were actually life-size cutouts that looked like real people.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-deaths-in-europe-directly-tied-to-covid-jabs-experts-359014" hreflang="en">No deaths in Europe directly tied to COVID jabs: experts</a>

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Scientists believe that there was not adequate evidence to hold coronavirus vaccines responsible for deaths among those who received the vaccine.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/elon-musks-tesla-sues-former-employee-for-stealing-26000-confidential-files-358990" hreflang="en">Elon Musk's Tesla sues former employee for stealing 26,000 confidential files</a>

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Tesla said the stolen files represent '200 man-years of work' and are 'a roadmap to copy Tesla's innovation'.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-orders-coronavirus-drugs-that-cured-donald-trump-358977" hreflang="en">Germany orders coronavirus drugs that cured Donald Trump</a>

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Trump was given the experimental-antibody treatment which was then developed by a US firm Regeneron, known as REGN-COV2.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kuwaits-emir-reappoints-pm-to-form-new-cabinet-after-parliament-standoff-359023" hreflang="en">Kuwait's emir reappoints PM to form new cabinet after parliament standoff</a>

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Emir Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmed al-Sabah, facing his first big political challenge since taking power in September, tasked Sheikh Sabah with nominating a new cabinet for approval, state news agency KUNA said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nineteen-charred-bodies-found-near-mexico-us-border-359035" hreflang="en">Nineteen charred bodies found near Mexico-US border</a>

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As many as 19 charred corpses have been discovered in Mexico near the US border in an area where drug cartels often clash, the Tamaulipas state prosecutor's office said.

Russia has seen violent protests over the weekend, demanding the immediate release of the Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny. Various international leaders have also spoken out in favour of Navalny.

Russia has seen violent protests over the weekend, demanding the immediate release of the Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny. Various international leaders have also spoken out in favour of Navalny. More than 3,000 protestors were also arrested by the Russian police, raising questions about the police brutality. Meanwhile, Pakistan's PIA has found itself in yet another controversy. Click on headlines to read more Kremlin says Putin ready for dialogue if US willing Russia police on Saturday detained over 3,300 protesters, including Navalny's wife, according to protest monitor OVD Info, as tens of thousands took to the streets to denounce President Vladimir Putin's rule. His wife was later released. PIA aircraft seized at Kuala Lumpur with 170 passengers on board The Pakistan company has now, after almost a week, paid nearly $7 million to the Irish company over lease dispute. Violence by Russian police under scanner after arrest of 3,300 protesters Police clashed with demonstrators in Moscow as tens of thousands took to the streets across the country on Saturday following Navalny's call to protest against President Vladimir Putin's rule. US supports Taiwan over reported Chinese incursions The United States has reiterated its commitment to continue to support Taiwan is "rock-solid" as it warned that China's "attempts to intimidate" the island are a threat to regional peace. London: Police raid birthday party to find cardboard-made guests When the police knocked on the door of the jet tycoon, Steve Varsanao, they realised the guests were actually life-size cutouts that looked like real people. No deaths in Europe directly tied to COVID jabs: experts Scientists believe that there was not adequate evidence to hold coronavirus vaccines responsible for deaths among those who received the vaccine. Elon Musk's Tesla sues former employee for stealing 26,000 confidential files Tesla said the stolen files represent '200 man-years of work' and are 'a roadmap to copy Tesla's innovation'. Germany orders coronavirus drugs that cured Donald Trump Trump was given the experimental-antibody treatment which was then developed by a US firm Regeneron, known as REGN-COV2. Kuwait's emir reappoints PM to form new cabinet after parliament standoff Emir Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmed al-Sabah, facing his first big political challenge since taking power in September, tasked Sheikh Sabah with nominating a new cabinet for approval, state news agency KUNA said. Nineteen charred bodies found near Mexico-US border As many as 19 charred corpses have been discovered in Mexico near the US border in an area where drug cartels often clash, the Tamaulipas state prosecutor's office said.

Top 10 world news: Violence in Russia increases, Pfizer clarifies deaths, and more

Thousands of Russians took to streets to protest against the Kremlin critic <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/alexei-navalny">Alexei Navalny</a>&nbsp;leading to arrests of nearly a 1,000 protestors, including his wife. In thje US, legendary TV host and radio personality, Larry King, was pronounced dead at the age of 87. Meanwhile, the former US President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/donald-trump">Donald Trump</a>'s impeachment trial has been delayed by a week while a group of lawyers are demanding authorities to suspend his lawyer's (Rudy Giuliani) license.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/navalnys-wife-among-1090-people-detained-in-russia-at-rallies-358823" hreflang="en">Navalny's wife among 1,090 people detained in Russia at rallies</a>

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Russian police detained Yulia Navalnaya, the wife of jailed Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny, at a protest in Moscow on Saturday, she wrote on her Instagram from inside a police van.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/larry-king-iconic-radio-and-tv-interviewer-dies-aged-87-358830">Larry King, iconic radio and TV interviewer, dies aged 87</a>

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Larry King, an American broadcaster and cable news interviewer, has died at the age of 87.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-administration-says-will-review-us-taliban-withdrawal-deal-358788" hreflang="en">Biden administration says will review US-Taliban withdrawal deal</a>

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The Biden administration&nbsp;added that while doing so it would focus on whether the insurgent group has kept with its side of the agreement and has reduced attacks in Afghanistan.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-using-diplomacy-to-further-nuclear-weapons-programme-us-official-358836">North Korea using diplomacy to further nuclear weapons programme: US official</a>

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Joe Biden’s nominee for secretary of state, Antony Blinken, has reported that the new administration has planned a full review of the way US is planning to approach North Korea to bring negotiations back on the table.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-impeachment-trial-put-off-until-early-february-358797">Trump impeachment trial put off until early February</a>

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Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, a Democrat, said the trial is set to begin during the week of February 8, an arrangement praised by the chamber's top Republican, Mitch McConnell.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-reports-incursion-by-china-says-its-monitoring-the-situation-358805">Taiwan reports incursion by China, says it's monitoring the situation</a>

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Taiwan's defence ministry on Saturday claimed that as many as eight Chinese bomber planes and four fighter jets entered the southwestern corner of the island's air defence identification zone.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-tried-replacing-attorney-general-for-personal-needs-reports-358769" hreflang="en">Donald Trump tried replacing attorney general for personal needs: Reports</a>

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The former US President and reality TV star,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/donald-trump">Donald Trump</a>, has been accused of plotting with a Justice Department lawyer to replace the US attorney general to meet his selfish motives.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/doctors-in-britain-want-review-of-pfizer-shots-timetable-358814" hreflang="en">Doctors in Britain want review of Pfizer shots' timetable</a>

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An organisation, led by doctors, in Britain has expressed apprehension about the decision to give people a second dose of coronavirus vaccine up to 12 weeks after the first, rather than the shorter gap recommended by manufacturers and WHO.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/group-of-lawyers-call-for-suspension-of-rudy-giulianis-law-license-358803">Group of lawyers call for suspension of Rudy Giuliani's law license</a>

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A group of prominent lawyers have now asked the New York's judiciary to suspend Giuliani's law license and has alleged him of making false claims post US election.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/libya-foreign-forces-ignore-un-peace-deal-deadline-358801" hreflang="en">Libya: Foreign forces ignore UN peace deal deadline</a>

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Foreign forces in Libya ignored a pull out deadline set by a UN-backed ceasefire deal on Saturday.&nbsp;

Thousands of Russians took to streets to protest against the Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny leading to arrests of nearly a 1,000 protestors, including his wife. In thje US, legendary TV host and radio personality, Larry King, was pronounced dead at the age of 87.

Thousands of Russians took to streets to protest against the Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny leading to arrests of nearly a 1,000 protestors, including his wife. In thje US, legendary TV host and radio personality, Larry King, was pronounced dead at the age of 87. Meanwhile, the former US President Donald Trump's impeachment trial has been delayed by a week while a group of lawyers are demanding authorities to suspend his lawyer's (Rudy Giuliani) license. Click on headlines to read more Navalny's wife among 1,090 people detained in Russia at rallies Russian police detained Yulia Navalnaya, the wife of jailed Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny, at a protest in Moscow on Saturday, she wrote on her Instagram from inside a police van. Larry King, iconic radio and TV interviewer, dies aged 87 Larry King, an American broadcaster and cable news interviewer, has died at the age of 87. Biden administration says will review US-Taliban withdrawal deal The Biden administration added that while doing so it would focus on whether the insurgent group has kept with its side of the agreement and has reduced attacks in Afghanistan. North Korea using diplomacy to further nuclear weapons programme: US official Joe Biden’s nominee for secretary of state, Antony Blinken, has reported that the new administration has planned a full review of the way US is planning to approach North Korea to bring negotiations back on the table. Trump impeachment trial put off until early February Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, a Democrat, said the trial is set to begin during the week of February 8, an arrangement praised by the chamber's top Republican, Mitch McConnell. Taiwan reports incursion by China, says it's monitoring the situation Taiwan's defence ministry on Saturday claimed that as many as eight Chinese bomber planes and four fighter jets entered the southwestern corner of the island's air defence identification zone. Donald Trump tried replacing attorney general for personal needs: Reports The former US President and reality TV star, Donald Trump, has been accused of plotting with a Justice Department lawyer to replace the US attorney general to meet his selfish motives. Doctors in Britain want review of Pfizer shots' timetable An organisation, led by doctors, in Britain has expressed apprehension about the decision to give people a second dose of coronavirus vaccine up to 12 weeks after the first, rather than the shorter gap recommended by manufacturers and WHO. Group of lawyers call for suspension of Rudy Giuliani's law license A group of prominent lawyers have now asked the New York's judiciary to suspend Giuliani's law license and has alleged him of making false claims post US election. Libya: Foreign forces ignore UN peace deal deadline Foreign forces in Libya ignored a pull out deadline set by a UN-backed ceasefire deal on Saturday.

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The Kremlin critic &nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/alexei-navalny">Alexei Navalny</a>&nbsp;has started his journey back to his home country, Russia, months after recovering from a poisoning attack carried out on him — allegedly by Kremlin. He has also claimed to be innocent as he faces imminent arrest upon arrival in Moscow. Meanwhile, the UK has assured locals that all adults will be vaccinated by September. This statement came as the NHS Chief claimed a patient is being admitted in hospitals every 30 seconds due to the coronavirus.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/i-am-innocent-alexei-navalny-leaves-from-berlin-to-russia-shrugs-possibility-of-arrest-357343" hreflang="en">Alexei Navalny leaves for Russia; shrugs possibility of arrest</a>

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&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/alexei-navalny">Alexei Navalny</a>&nbsp;had been in Germany for the past five months after he was flown there for treatment against a Soviet-era&nbsp;nerve agent Novichok.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/countries-failing-to-fund-climate-change-adaptation-measures-says-united-nations-357335">Countries failing to fund climate change adaptation, says United Nations</a>

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United Nations says the world is not doing enough to deal with the catastrophic effects of climate change. The agency added that countries are falling short of promises part of the Paris deal.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/one-coronavirus-patient-getting-admitted-in-hospitals-every-30-seconds-nhs-357312">'One coronavirus patient getting admitted in hospitals every 30 seconds': NHS</a>

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His statement has come a few days after Prime Minister Boris Johnson said nearly 37,000 people are already admitted in hospitals and the figures are expected to increase.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/former-fbi-chief-comey-wants-trump-impeached-but-not-prosecuted-357315">Former FBI chief Comey wants Trump impeached, but not prosecuted</a>

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Former director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) James Comey recently said that he wants US President Donald Trump impeached for inciting a riot at the US Capitol on January 6, but does not want to see him prosecuted.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-rescue-workers-hear-knocking-sounds-from-22-trapped-miners-357326">China: Rescue workers hear 'knocking sounds' from 22 trapped miners</a>

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After almost a week, rescuers said they heard "knocking sounds" after they drilled down to the mine, but still need to confirm it.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uks-dominic-raab-urges-china-to-let-un-investigate-xinjiang-camps-357329" hreflang="en">UK's Dominic Raab urges China to let UN investigate Xinjiang camps</a>

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The UK has urged China to allow the UN rights inspectors to visit Xinjiang and investigate the "appalling" allegations being raised against the human rights abuse the minority group is being subjected to in the area.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/brazils-regulator-delays-emergency-authorisation-of-sputnik-v-demands-more-data-357300" hreflang="en">Brazil's regulator delays emergency authorisation of Sputnik V</a>

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Brazil’s health regulator has delayed the approval of Russia’s Sputnik V vaccine, citing the need for more data on the vaccine.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kamala-harris-set-to-resign-from-senate-on-monday-aides-357332" hreflang="en">Kamala Harris set to resign from Senate on Monday: Aides</a>

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An aide close to Harris told the local media that the incoming Vice President and a current US Senator will be resigning to prepare for her takeover of the VP position.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/all-adults-to-be-vaccinated-by-september-in-uk-dominic-raab-357316" hreflang="en">'All adults to be vaccinated by September in UK': Dominic Raab</a>

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Raab, during an interview with a local media house, revealed that vaccinating two million adults by September is the aim that the government is working towards.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kamala-harris-husband-appears-as-secondgentleman-on-twitter-before-inauguration-357337" hreflang="en">Kamala Harris' husband appears as '@SecondGentleman' on Twitter</a>

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Douglas&nbsp;Emhoff's new Twitter account's bio reads 'Future Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff. Devoted dad. Proud husband to Vice President-elect Harris.

The Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny has started his journey back to his home country, Russia, months after recovering from a poisoning attack carried out on him — allegedly by Kremlin.

The Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny has started his journey back to his home country, Russia, months after recovering from a poisoning attack carried out on him — allegedly by Kremlin. He has also claimed to be innocent as he faces imminent arrest upon arrival in Moscow. Meanwhile, the UK has assured locals that all adults will be vaccinated by September. This statement came as the NHS Chief claimed a patient is being admitted in hospitals every 30 seconds due to the coronavirus. Click on headlines to read more Alexei Navalny leaves for Russia; shrugs possibility of arrest Alexei Navalny had been in Germany for the past five months after he was flown there for treatment against a Soviet-era nerve agent Novichok. Countries failing to fund climate change adaptation, says United Nations United Nations says the world is not doing enough to deal with the catastrophic effects of climate change. The agency added that countries are falling short of promises part of the Paris deal. 'One coronavirus patient getting admitted in hospitals every 30 seconds': NHS His statement has come a few days after Prime Minister Boris Johnson said nearly 37,000 people are already admitted in hospitals and the figures are expected to increase. Former FBI chief Comey wants Trump impeached, but not prosecuted Former director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) James Comey recently said that he wants US President Donald Trump impeached for inciting a riot at the US Capitol on January 6, but does not want to see him prosecuted. China: Rescue workers hear 'knocking sounds' from 22 trapped miners After almost a week, rescuers said they heard "knocking sounds" after they drilled down to the mine, but still need to confirm it. UK's Dominic Raab urges China to let UN investigate Xinjiang camps The UK has urged China to allow the UN rights inspectors to visit Xinjiang and investigate the "appalling" allegations being raised against the human rights abuse the minority group is being subjected to in the area. Brazil's regulator delays emergency authorisation of Sputnik V Brazil’s health regulator has delayed the approval of Russia’s Sputnik V vaccine, citing the need for more data on the vaccine. Kamala Harris set to resign from Senate on Monday: Aides An aide close to Harris told the local media that the incoming Vice President and a current US Senator will be resigning to prepare for her takeover of the VP position. 'All adults to be vaccinated by September in UK': Dominic Raab Raab, during an interview with a local media house, revealed that vaccinating two million adults by September is the aim that the government is working towards. Kamala Harris' husband appears as '@SecondGentleman' on Twitter Douglas Emhoff's new Twitter account's bio reads 'Future Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff. Devoted dad. Proud husband to Vice President-elect Harris.

Top 10 world news: Navalny leaves for Russia, UK Covid situation worsens, and more

As Turkey began its&nbsp;countrywide COVID-19 vaccination drive with&nbsp;China-produced vaccine Sinovac, the government has been&nbsp;accused of agreeing to hand over Uighur Muslims to China in exchange for access to its vaccines. Meanwhile, Japan has decided to impose&nbsp;penalties and prison sentences for people who refuse to cooperate with the government and medical experts, especially after testing positive for coronavirus.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkey-accused-of-trading-uighurs-for-chinese-covid-19-vaccine-357132" hreflang="en">Turkey accused of trading Uighurs for Chinese covid-19 vaccine</a>

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Turkey has begun countrywide COVID-19 vaccinations on Thursday shortly after China-produced vaccine Sinovac was granted emergency authorisation.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-may-never-find-patient-zero-who-urges-countries-to-cooperate-357112">'We may never find patient zero': WHO urges countries to cooperate</a>

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The World Health Organization (WHO) has urged countries to cooperate with each other rather than playing the blame game about the origin of the deadly coronavirus, warning that the 'patient zero' &nbsp;might never be found.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fbi-investigating-dozens-for-death-of-police-officer-at-us-capitol-357102">FBI investigating dozens for death of police officer at US Capitol</a>

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The Federal Bureau of Investigation in the United States is currently questioning dozens of people in relation to the killing of a police officer during the attack on US Capitol.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/major-landmarks-closed-security-measures-upped-in-dc-before-bidens-presidential-inauguration-357108">Security measures upped in DC before Biden's presidential inauguration</a>

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In the aftermath of riots that rocked the US Capitol last week, Washington DC has upped its security measures to prevent a similar instance as Joe Biden gets ready to take over presidential duties starting January 20.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-slowed-down-global-migration-by-30-indian-diaspora-the-largest-un-report-357120">Coronavirus slowed down global migration by 30%: UN report</a>

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&nbsp;A United Nations report from Friday revealed that two million fewer people migrated between 2019-20 than expected.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/giggling-bread-and-dancing-salad-thailand-serves-up-cannabis-cuisine-to-happy-customers-357134" hreflang="en">'Giggling bread' and 'dancing salad': Thailand serves up cannabis cuisine to happy customers</a>

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The restaurant at the Chao Phya Abhaibhubejhr Hospital in Prachin Buri started serving its own happy meals this month, after Thailand de-listed cannabis as a narcotic, allowing state-authorised firms to cultivate the plant.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uganda-museveni-declared-winner-of-presidential-poll-rival-alleges-fraud-357129" hreflang="en">Uganda: Museveni declared winner of presidential poll; rival alleges fraud</a>

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Museveni won 5.85 million votes, or 58.6%, while main opposition candidate Wine had 3.48 million votes (34.8%), the Electoral Commission said at a news conference on the final results from Thursday`s election.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-slams-republican-lawmakers-for-not-wearing-masks-during-capitol-hill-attack-357107" hreflang="en">Biden slams Republican lawmakers for not wearing masks during US Capitol siege</a>

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At least four members of US Congress -- including Democratic leaders Pramila Jayapal, Brad Schneider and Bonnie Watson Coleman -- have tested positive for COVID-19 since the Capitol attack by Trump's supporters which left five people dead.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-provides-manuscripts-of-navalnys-interviews-to-russia-357135" hreflang="en">Germany provides manuscripts of Navalny's interviews to Russia</a>

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Police investigators of Germany had questioned Navalny, during which he had 'provided extensive answers to questions sent through by the Russian prosecutor'.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-to-charge-fines-and-prison-sentences-for-non-cooperation-of-covid-rules-357125" hreflang="en">Japan to charge fines and prison sentences for non-cooperation of COVID rules</a>

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Patients who refuse to get hospitalised will be fined 1 million yen (over $9,600) or face a jail sentence of up to one year.

As Turkey began its countrywide COVID-19 vaccination drive with China-produced vaccine Sinovac, the government has been accused of agreeing to hand over Uighur Muslims to China in exchange for access to its vaccines.

As Turkey began its countrywide COVID-19 vaccination drive with China-produced vaccine Sinovac, the government has been accused of agreeing to hand over Uighur Muslims to China in exchange for access to its vaccines. Meanwhile, Japan has decided to impose penalties and prison sentences for people who refuse to cooperate with the government and medical experts, especially after testing positive for coronavirus. Click on headlines to read more Turkey accused of trading Uighurs for Chinese covid-19 vaccine Turkey has begun countrywide COVID-19 vaccinations on Thursday shortly after China-produced vaccine Sinovac was granted emergency authorisation. 'We may never find patient zero': WHO urges countries to cooperate The World Health Organization (WHO) has urged countries to cooperate with each other rather than playing the blame game about the origin of the deadly coronavirus, warning that the 'patient zero' might never be found. FBI investigating dozens for death of police officer at US Capitol The Federal Bureau of Investigation in the United States is currently questioning dozens of people in relation to the killing of a police officer during the attack on US Capitol. Security measures upped in DC before Biden's presidential inauguration In the aftermath of riots that rocked the US Capitol last week, Washington DC has upped its security measures to prevent a similar instance as Joe Biden gets ready to take over presidential duties starting January 20. Coronavirus slowed down global migration by 30%: UN report A United Nations report from Friday revealed that two million fewer people migrated between 2019-20 than expected. 'Giggling bread' and 'dancing salad': Thailand serves up cannabis cuisine to happy customers The restaurant at the Chao Phya Abhaibhubejhr Hospital in Prachin Buri started serving its own happy meals this month, after Thailand de-listed cannabis as a narcotic, allowing state-authorised firms to cultivate the plant. Uganda: Museveni declared winner of presidential poll; rival alleges fraud Museveni won 5.85 million votes, or 58.6%, while main opposition candidate Wine had 3.48 million votes (34.8%), the Electoral Commission said at a news conference on the final results from Thursday`s election. Biden slams Republican lawmakers for not wearing masks during US Capitol siege At least four members of US Congress -- including Democratic leaders Pramila Jayapal, Brad Schneider and Bonnie Watson Coleman -- have tested positive for COVID-19 since the Capitol attack by Trump's supporters which left five people dead. Germany provides manuscripts of Navalny's interviews to Russia Police investigators of Germany had questioned Navalny, during which he had 'provided extensive answers to questions sent through by the Russian prosecutor'. Japan to charge fines and prison sentences for non-cooperation of COVID rules Patients who refuse to get hospitalised will be fined 1 million yen (over $9,600) or face a jail sentence of up to one year.

Top 10 world news: Turkey accused of trade of Uighurs, WHO cautions on 'patient zero', and  more

The UK police department has lost data for nearly 150,000 arrest records. On the other hand, in the US,&nbsp;a rehearsal planned for <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/joe-biden">Joe Biden's</a> inauguration has been postponed on Sunday because of security concerns after last week's attack on the US Capitol. While the US and the UK are fighting leaderships, China has put more than 20,000 rural residents in quarantine facilities after another <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">coronavirus</a> outbreak.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/priti-patel-comes-under-fire-after-uk-loses-data-of-150000-criminals-356930" hreflang="en">Priti Patel comes under fire after UK loses data of 150,000 criminals</a>

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As per officials, all lost data has been of the criminals who were arrested and then released when no further action was taken over a period of time.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/imf-chief-praises-india-for-taking-decisive-steps-to-tackle-covid-19-356957">IMF chief praises India for taking 'decisive' steps to tackle Covid-19</a>

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Sharing her thoughts on Thursday on global media roundtable, Georgieva also predicted a comparatively better outlook for India in the upcoming World Economic Update because of the steps taken.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/amid-security-concerns-joe-bidens-inauguration-rehearsal-postponed-356952">Amid security concerns, Joe Biden's inauguration rehearsal postponed</a>

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A lockdown has been imposed on the centre of Washington on Thursday with over 20,000 National Guard personnel deployed ahead of Biden's presidential inauguration.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-over-20000-villagers-put-under-quarantine-as-covid-19-transmission-rises-sharply-356931">China: 20,000 villagers under quarantine as virus transmission rises sharply</a>

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More than 20,000 rural residents in China's latest epicentre of the novel coronavirus have been put under quarantine in state-run facilities as the nation fights the worst outbreak since March 2020.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/brazil-variant-already-in-uk-confirms-top-scientist-356937">Brazil variant already in UK, confirms top scientist</a>

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A top UK scientist has confirmed that one of the novel coronavirus variants found in Brazil is already in Britain.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/india-born-garima-verma-to-be-jill-bidens-digital-editor-356935" hreflang="en">India-born Garima Verma to be Jill Biden's Digital Editor</a>

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India-born Garima Verma has been named to serve under the incoming First Lady of the United States Jill Biden as her personal Digitial Editor, and Michael LaRosa will be acting as FLOTUS' press secretary.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ask-for-ani-uk-provides-code-word-for-domestic-abuse-survivors-356961" hreflang="en">Ask for Ani: UK provides code word for domestic abuse survivors</a>

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As the country entered another lockdown, the UK ministers have launched a national scheme where abuse victims can visit any local pharmacy and ask for "Ani".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkish-leader-defiant-on-russian-system-but-wants-us-jets-356963" hreflang="en">Turkish leader defiant on Russian system but wants US jets</a>

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Turkey’s president has criticised the United States for kicking his country out of the F-35 fighter jet program after Ankara purchased a Russian missile defense system, a move that also triggered US sanctions.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-blocks-popular-pro-democracy-website-hkchronicles-356946" hreflang="en">Hong Kong blocks popular pro-democracy website HKChronicles</a>

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A Hong Kong internet service provider has admitted to knowingly blocking a pro-democracy website's access from its users under the much-criticised China's National Security Law.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/over-22-billion-records-exposed-in-data-breaches-in-2020-report-356964" hreflang="en">Over 22 billion records exposed in data breaches in 2020: Report</a>

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Over 22 billion records were exposed worldwide amid 730 publicly disclosed data breaches in 2020, a new report revealed on Friday.

The UK police department has lost data for nearly 150,000 arrest records. On the other hand, in the US, a rehearsal planned for Joe Biden's inauguration has been postponed on Sunday because of security concerns after last week's attack on the US Capitol.

The UK police department has lost data for nearly 150,000 arrest records. On the other hand, in the US, a rehearsal planned for Joe Biden's inauguration has been postponed on Sunday because of security concerns after last week's attack on the US Capitol. While the US and the UK are fighting leaderships, China has put more than 20,000 rural residents in quarantine facilities after another coronavirus outbreak. Click on headlines to read more Priti Patel comes under fire after UK loses data of 150,000 criminals As per officials, all lost data has been of the criminals who were arrested and then released when no further action was taken over a period of time. IMF chief praises India for taking 'decisive' steps to tackle Covid-19 Sharing her thoughts on Thursday on global media roundtable, Georgieva also predicted a comparatively better outlook for India in the upcoming World Economic Update because of the steps taken. Amid security concerns, Joe Biden's inauguration rehearsal postponed A lockdown has been imposed on the centre of Washington on Thursday with over 20,000 National Guard personnel deployed ahead of Biden's presidential inauguration. China: 20,000 villagers under quarantine as virus transmission rises sharply More than 20,000 rural residents in China's latest epicentre of the novel coronavirus have been put under quarantine in state-run facilities as the nation fights the worst outbreak since March 2020. Brazil variant already in UK, confirms top scientist A top UK scientist has confirmed that one of the novel coronavirus variants found in Brazil is already in Britain. India-born Garima Verma to be Jill Biden's Digital Editor India-born Garima Verma has been named to serve under the incoming First Lady of the United States Jill Biden as her personal Digitial Editor, and Michael LaRosa will be acting as FLOTUS' press secretary. Ask for Ani: UK provides code word for domestic abuse survivors As the country entered another lockdown, the UK ministers have launched a national scheme where abuse victims can visit any local pharmacy and ask for "Ani". Turkish leader defiant on Russian system but wants US jets Turkey’s president has criticised the United States for kicking his country out of the F-35 fighter jet program after Ankara purchased a Russian missile defense system, a move that also triggered US sanctions. Hong Kong blocks popular pro-democracy website HKChronicles A Hong Kong internet service provider has admitted to knowingly blocking a pro-democracy website's access from its users under the much-criticised China's National Security Law. Over 22 billion records exposed in data breaches in 2020: Report Over 22 billion records were exposed worldwide amid 730 publicly disclosed data breaches in 2020, a new report revealed on Friday.

Top 10 world news: Biden's inauguration, UK loses 150,000 records, and more

Following a request to New Delhi, coronavirus vaccination campaign in Brazil will begin with vaccines delivered from India. Meanwhile, Pope Francis and his predecessor have received Covid-19 jabs. Russian President Vladimir Putin's critic Alexei Navalny&nbsp;risks being jailed for three and a half years, his lawyer said. China has opposed the US's move of banning imports of cotton and tomato from Xinjiang over the forced labour issue.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-covid-19-vaccines-to-kickstart-brazilian-vaccination-program-356713">Indian Covid-19 vaccines to kickstart Brazilian vaccination program</a>

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Responding to the request of Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro for Indian vaccines, a plane carrying two million doses of Covishield will leave for the country from Mumbai on Friday evening. The vaccine, Covishield (AstraZeneca/Oxford vaccine) produced by India's serum institute of India, will help kick start Brazil's vaccination program next week. 
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pope-francis-benedict-xvi-receive-coronavirus-vaccines-356745">Pope Francis, Benedict XVI receive coronavirus vaccine</a>

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Pope Francis and his predecessor, former pope Benedict XVI have received Covid-19 jabs, the Vatican confirmed on Thursday.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kremlin-critic-navalny-could-face-35-years-in-jail-on-return-to-russia-lawyer-356701">Kremlin critic Navalny could face 3.5 years in jail on return to Russia: Lawyer</a>

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Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny is on a national wanted list for allegedly violating the terms of a suspended prison sentence and risks being jailed for three and a half years when he returns to Russia this weekend, one of his lawyers said on Thursday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-huawei-backtracks-after-filing-for-patent-of-ai-software-that-could-recognise-uighurs-356738">China’s Huawei backtracks after filing for patent of AI software that could recognise Uighurs</a>

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Chinese technology giant Huawei is retroceding on a patent application it filed for a facial recognition system intended to identify Uyghurs from other Chinese ethnicities.

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Describing the US decision to ban all cotton and tomato imports from the Xinjiang region as a "rude interference", China on Thursday said this will "harm" the security of global supply chains and "impede" economic recovery against novel coronavirus.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-macaulay-culkin-supports-fans-demand-to-edit-donald-trumps-scene-from-home-alone-2-356743">Macaulay Culkin supports fan's demand to edit Donald Trump's scene from 'Home Alone 2'</a>

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Actor Macaulay Culkin, best known for playing Kevin McCallister in the 1990s classic 'Home Alone' is not a fan of Donald Trump. On Wednesday, the actor showed his support to one fan's call for the removal of President Trump from a scene in 'Home Alone 2: Lost in New York'.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/will-anyone-reach-to-800-test-wickets-sri-lankan-legend-muttiah-muralitharan-opines-356699">Will anyone reach to 800 Test wickets? Sri Lankan legend Muttiah Muralitharan opines</a>

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Sri Lanka's spin wizard Muttiah Muralitharan is the only bowler in the history of Test cricket to scalp 800 wickets. Former Lankan legend achieved this feat after dismissing Pragyan Ojha at Galle in 2010, which was also his final Test match.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/rude-interference-china-on-us-banning-tomato-cotton-imports-356697">India leading Signal's growth following WhatsApp user data row, claims COO</a>

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After a great shift of users from Whatsapp over privacy concerns, users have been downloading the Signal app in India more than in any other nation, the messaging app claimed.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/as-covid-19-explodes-in-south-africa-coffin-demand-rises-sharply-356740">As Covid-19 explodes in South Africa, coffin demand rises sharply0</a>

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The novel coronavirus South Africa is spreading at a rapid pace and amid the surge in a number of deaths, coffin demand has increased sharply in the country.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/olympic-gold-medallist-klete-keller-charged-for-role-in-us-capitol-riots-356682">Olympic gold-medallist Klete Keller charged for role in US Capitol riots</a>

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Five-time Olympic medallist, Klete Keller on Wednesday was charged for his alleged participation in the US Capitol riot last week, according to court documents, media reports said. &nbsp;

Following a request to New Delhi, coronavirus vaccination campaign in Brazil will begin with vaccines delivered from India. Meanwhile, Pope Francis and his predecessor have received Covid-19 jabs.

Following a request to New Delhi, coronavirus vaccination campaign in Brazil will begin with vaccines delivered from India. Meanwhile, Pope Francis and his predecessor have received Covid-19 jabs. Russian President Vladimir Putin's critic Alexei Navalny risks being jailed for three and a half years, his lawyer said. China has opposed the US's move of banning imports of cotton and tomato from Xinjiang over the forced labour issue. Click on headlines to read more Indian Covid-19 vaccines to kickstart Brazilian vaccination program Responding to the request of Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro for Indian vaccines, a plane carrying two million doses of Covishield will leave for the country from Mumbai on Friday evening. The vaccine, Covishield (AstraZeneca/Oxford vaccine) produced by India's serum institute of India, will help kick start Brazil's vaccination program next week. Pope Francis, Benedict XVI receive coronavirus vaccine Pope Francis and his predecessor, former pope Benedict XVI have received Covid-19 jabs, the Vatican confirmed on Thursday. Kremlin critic Navalny could face 3.5 years in jail on return to Russia: Lawyer Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny is on a national wanted list for allegedly violating the terms of a suspended prison sentence and risks being jailed for three and a half years when he returns to Russia this weekend, one of his lawyers said on Thursday. China’s Huawei backtracks after filing for patent of AI software that could recognise Uighurs Chinese technology giant Huawei is retroceding on a patent application it filed for a facial recognition system intended to identify Uyghurs from other Chinese ethnicities. 'Rude interference': China on US banning tomato, cotton imports Describing the US decision to ban all cotton and tomato imports from the Xinjiang region as a "rude interference", China on Thursday said this will "harm" the security of global supply chains and "impede" economic recovery against novel coronavirus. Macaulay Culkin supports fan's demand to edit Donald Trump's scene from 'Home Alone 2' Actor Macaulay Culkin, best known for playing Kevin McCallister in the 1990s classic 'Home Alone' is not a fan of Donald Trump. On Wednesday, the actor showed his support to one fan's call for the removal of President Trump from a scene in 'Home Alone 2: Lost in New York'. Will anyone reach to 800 Test wickets? Sri Lankan legend Muttiah Muralitharan opines Sri Lanka's spin wizard Muttiah Muralitharan is the only bowler in the history of Test cricket to scalp 800 wickets. Former Lankan legend achieved this feat after dismissing Pragyan Ojha at Galle in 2010, which was also his final Test match. India leading Signal's growth following WhatsApp user data row, claims COO After a great shift of users from Whatsapp over privacy concerns, users have been downloading the Signal app in India more than in any other nation, the messaging app claimed. As Covid-19 explodes in South Africa, coffin demand rises sharply0 The novel coronavirus South Africa is spreading at a rapid pace and amid the surge in a number of deaths, coffin demand has increased sharply in the country. Olympic gold-medallist Klete Keller charged for role in US Capitol riots Five-time Olympic medallist, Klete Keller on Wednesday was charged for his alleged participation in the US Capitol riot last week, according to court documents, media reports said.

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Several British Hindu organisations have signed a joint letter to Prime Minister Boris Johnson seeking urgent action to "stop the rampant persecution" of Hindus in Pakistan. On the other side of the world, the First Lady Melania Trump has finally spoken out about the Capitol riots saying she is "disappointed and disheartened" about the incident.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/british-hindus-write-to-boris-johnson-over-rampant-persecution-of-minority-group-in-pakistan-356060" hreflang="en">British Hindus write to UK PM Johnson over 'rampant persecution' in Pakistan</a>

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Several British Hindu organisations have signed a joint letter to Prime Minister Boris Johnson seeking urgent action to "stop the rampant persecution" of Hindus in Pakistan.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/melania-condemns-us-capitol-violence-says-its-time-for-healing-in-a-civil-manner-356036">Melania condemns Capitol violence, says time for 'healing in a civil manner'</a>

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Melania wrote that she is "disappointed and disheartened' with the incident, but found it shameful that it led to 'salacious gossip, unwarranted personal attacks, and false misleading accusations on me".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/twitter-blocks-phrase-hang-mike-pence-as-trump-supporters-turn-against-him-355959" hreflang="en">Twitter blocks phrase 'Hang Mike Pence' as Trump supporters turn against him</a>

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Mike Pence was present in Capitol during riots to confirm the win of the President-elect Joe Biden against the Republican candidate and former reality TV star Donald Trump.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pope-francis-says-women-can-now-read-at-mass-priesthood-still-a-distant-dream-356045">Pope Francis says women can now read at Mass, priesthood still a distant dream</a>

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The head of the Roman Catholic Church, Pope Francis on Monday claimed that women can now read at Mass, but still cannot become priests.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/oxford-astrazeneca-vaccine-to-cost-rs200-a-vial-in-india-purchase-order-placed-with-sii-reports-356029">Oxford-AstraZeneca to cost ₹200 a vial in India; purchase order placed: Reports</a>

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As India is setting up to launch one of the biggest vaccination drives of the world from January 16, it has been revealed that the vaccine will be available for ₹200 a vial in India.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-denies-forceful-use-of-birth-control-measures-on-uighur-women-355991" hreflang="en">China denies forceful use of birth control measures on Uighur women</a>

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The matter came to light after an investigation by journalists from the West revealed that minority Muslim women were being forced to use birth control measures.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-air-crash-more-debris-found-of-sriwijaya-air-no-survivors-spotted-356012">Indonesia air crash: More debris found of Sriwijaya Air; no survivors spotted</a>

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Divers from the search and rescue team have found more debris of the fallen passenger jet, but no survivors have been spotted yet.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/american-agencies-using-facial-recognition-tools-to-nab-us-capitol-rioters-356024" hreflang="en">American agencies using facial recognition tools to nab US Capitol rioters</a>

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In the aftermath of the attack on the US Capitol, local law enforcement agencies are trying to nab all the perpetrators involved in the incident. As more details of the violence at the Capitol emerge, the police are employing Artificial Intelligence (AI) to track the rioters.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-threatens-counterstrike-as-us-lifts-taiwan-restrictions-356055" hreflang="en">China threatens ‘counterstrike’ as US lifts Taiwan restrictions</a>

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Chinese foreign ministry said Beijing "strongly condemns" the move and accused the United States of violating the terms of Washington's diplomatic relations with Beijing.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/britain-steps-up-vaccinations-as-coronavirus-cases-surge-worst-weeks-still-to-come-356014" hreflang="en">UK steps up vaccinations as coronavirus cases surge, worst weeks still to come</a>

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Britain is facing the worst weeks of the COVID-19 pandemic, its chief medical officer said on Monday, with the health service facing a "dangerous time" as deaths and cases hit record highs before the rollout of a mass vaccination programme.

Several British Hindu organisations have signed a joint letter to Prime Minister Boris Johnson seeking urgent action to "stop the rampant persecution" of Hindus in Pakistan.

Several British Hindu organisations have signed a joint letter to Prime Minister Boris Johnson seeking urgent action to "stop the rampant persecution" of Hindus in Pakistan. On the other side of the world, the First Lady Melania Trump has finally spoken out about the Capitol riots saying she is "disappointed and disheartened" about the incident. Click on headlines to read more British Hindus write to UK PM Johnson over 'rampant persecution' in Pakistan Several British Hindu organisations have signed a joint letter to Prime Minister Boris Johnson seeking urgent action to "stop the rampant persecution" of Hindus in Pakistan. Melania condemns Capitol violence, says time for 'healing in a civil manner' Melania wrote that she is "disappointed and disheartened' with the incident, but found it shameful that it led to 'salacious gossip, unwarranted personal attacks, and false misleading accusations on me". Twitter blocks phrase 'Hang Mike Pence' as Trump supporters turn against him Mike Pence was present in Capitol during riots to confirm the win of the President-elect Joe Biden against the Republican candidate and former reality TV star Donald Trump. Pope Francis says women can now read at Mass, priesthood still a distant dream The head of the Roman Catholic Church, Pope Francis on Monday claimed that women can now read at Mass, but still cannot become priests. Oxford-AstraZeneca to cost ₹200 a vial in India; purchase order placed: Reports As India is setting up to launch one of the biggest vaccination drives of the world from January 16, it has been revealed that the vaccine will be available for ₹200 a vial in India. China denies forceful use of birth control measures on Uighur women The matter came to light after an investigation by journalists from the West revealed that minority Muslim women were being forced to use birth control measures. Indonesia air crash: More debris found of Sriwijaya Air; no survivors spotted Divers from the search and rescue team have found more debris of the fallen passenger jet, but no survivors have been spotted yet. American agencies using facial recognition tools to nab US Capitol rioters In the aftermath of the attack on the US Capitol, local law enforcement agencies are trying to nab all the perpetrators involved in the incident. As more details of the violence at the Capitol emerge, the police are employing Artificial Intelligence (AI) to track the rioters. China threatens ‘counterstrike’ as US lifts Taiwan restrictions Chinese foreign ministry said Beijing "strongly condemns" the move and accused the United States of violating the terms of Washington's diplomatic relations with Beijing. UK steps up vaccinations as coronavirus cases surge, worst weeks still to come Britain is facing the worst weeks of the COVID-19 pandemic, its chief medical officer said on Monday, with the health service facing a "dangerous time" as deaths and cases hit record highs before the rollout of a mass vaccination programme.

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