Inflation around the world is not cooling down, the latest data is from New Zealand where the inflation has touched three decade high beating forecasts.

New Zealand's inflation hits 3-decade high

Europe's worst nightmare is unfolding this week. Russia's energy giant Gazprom began 10 days of maintenance work on the Nord stream 1 pipeline. As per reports, there is no guarantee when the pipeline would actually become functional again.

The full Context: Is Europe staring at an energy crisis nightmare?

As NATO summit concludes in Madrid, its Chief Jens Stoltenberg provides assurance to the war-torn Ukraine that it can rely on NATO support.

NATO Chief Jens Stoltenberg: Ukraine can reply on NATO support

Scotland's first minister Nicola Sturgeon is set to lay out her plans later for holding a new Scottish independence referendum, this after she published a paper aimed at making a fresh case for independence for Scotland.

Sturgeon wants Britain to transfer powers to Scotland

A nation-wide railway strike has paralysed Britain. 40,000 rail workers have walked out in what's being called the biggest strike in 30 years. How long will the strike persist? What does it mean for Boris Johnson's future? Palki Sharma explains.

Gravitas: Britain faces biggest railway strike in 30 years

The supreme court of Sri Lanka has given its determination on the 21st amendment bill noting the inconsistencies. In the bill, the top says that some clauses require a public referendum and the support of a two-thirds majority to be passed.

Sri Lanka: Will President Rajapaksa's powers will be curbed? | 21st amendment bill

Our top focus in this edition is the Russia Ukraine war. The Russian assault in Ukraine, its initial goal was to capture the capital city Kyiv, during the invasion's early days Russian forces occupied where many families were settled, but who were the most affected?

WION-VOA Co-Production: Ukrainians hope to rebuild destroyed homes after war with Russia ends

The Spanish La Liga have stepped up their attack on cash-rich clubs Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester city. The league claims that the two clubs have continuously breached financial fair play rules and have lodged a formal complaint with UEFA.

Spanish La Liga files complaint against Manchester City, PSG

A Cambodian court has ordered jail sentences for nearly 60 opposition figures for conspiring to commit treason, it also includes prominent American-Cambodian lawyer Theary Seng; she has been sentenced to six years in jail.

Cambodian court orders jail sentences for nearly 60 opposition figures including Prominent lawyer Theary Seng

Scotland's first minister Nicola Sturgeon has unveiled fresh plans for her government to hold a second Scottish independence vote she says it can happen without authority from Westminster.

Scottish Independence Referendum: 'People of Scotland have the right to choose'

A week-long strike by truck drivers in South Korea has disrupted shipments to China of a key cleaning agent used by makers of semiconductor chips, says the Korean International Trade Association.

Samsung chip production faces disruption

London is set to mark the 5th anniversary of the Grenfell Tower Fire next week, the tragedy left 72 people dead, here's a look back at how that tragedy unfolded.

London is set to mark 5th anniversary of the Grenfell Tower Fire, the tragedy left 72 people dead

The board of the state university of New York passed an order allowing students to choose their names and pronouns in college documents, the board has directed all 64 colleges and universities under it to implement the ruling by fall of 2023.

'Pick your own pronoun,' New York Universities celebrate gender spectrum

The town of Soledar in the Donetsk is facing endless shelling but some residents are choosing to hide in their basements rather than to flee their homes, take a look at why that's happening!

Towns in east Ukraine face bombardment, residents reluctant to leave home despite endless shelling

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South Korea and US fire eight ballistic missiles after North Korea's weapons test. In Nigeria massacre, gunmen kill at least 50 people at Catholic church.&nbsp;After US, now Britain will send multiple-launch rocket systems to Ukraine.&nbsp;Australian court has ordered&nbsp;Google to pay $515,000 to former lawmaker over defamatory YouTube videos.&nbsp;Diabetes drug helps people with obesity to lose weight significantly, said study.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-response-to-north-koreas-weapons-tests-us-south-korea-launch-eight-ballistic-missiles-485391">South Korea, US fire eight ballistic missiles after North Korea's weapons test</a>

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Seoul's military has said that in response to North Korea's weapons tests, the United States and South Korea fired eight ballistic missiles at 4:45 a.m. on Monday (1945 GMT Sunday).

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nigeria-massacre-gunmen-kills-at-least-50-people-at-catholic-church-485403">Nigeria massacre: Gunmen kill at least 50 people at Catholic church</a>

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The Nigerian government has said that gunmen killed at least 50 people in an open fire at a Catholic church located in the southwest part of the country during mass on Sunday.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-us-now-britain-to-send-multiple-launch-rocket-systems-to-ukraine-485401">After US, now Britain to send multiple-launch rocket systems to Ukraine</a>

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In continued support to Ukraine against Russian invasion, Britain is going to send multiple-launch rocket systems to Kyiv, UK government officials said on Monday.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australian-court-orders-google-to-pay-515000-to-former-lawmaker-over-defamatory-youtube-videos-485414">Australian court orders Google to pay $515,000 to former lawmaker over defamatory YouTube videos</a>

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After finding that a YouTube commentator's "relentless, racist, vilification, abusive and defamatory campaign" drove John Barilaro to quit politics prematurely, an Australian court has ordered Google to pay A$715,000 ($515,000) to the former senior lawmaker.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/diabetes-drug-helps-people-with-obesity-to-lose-weight-significantly-says-study-485412">Diabetes drug helps people with obesity to lose weight significantly, says study</a>

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A diabetes drug seems to help people with obesity in losing weight significantly, said researchers. The effect can be seen with a weekly dose of the drug. The experts have hailed the drug as a game-changer.&nbsp;

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Watch:&nbsp;Philippines: Mt. Bulusan roars into action, steam-rich plumes of smoke turns the sky grey

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To get your day started, here are some stories. South Korea and US fire eight ballistic missiles after North Korea's weapons test. In Nigeria massacre, gunmen kill at least 50 people at Catholic church.

To get your day started, here are some stories. South Korea and US fire eight ballistic missiles after North Korea's weapons test. In Nigeria massacre, gunmen kill at least 50 people at Catholic church. After US, now Britain will send multiple-launch rocket systems to Ukraine. Australian court has ordered Google to pay $515,000 to former lawmaker over defamatory YouTube videos. Diabetes drug helps people with obesity to lose weight significantly, said study. South Korea, US fire eight ballistic missiles after North Korea's weapons test Seoul's military has said that in response to North Korea's weapons tests, the United States and South Korea fired eight ballistic missiles at 4:45 a.m. on Monday (1945 GMT Sunday). Nigeria massacre: Gunmen kill at least 50 people at Catholic church The Nigerian government has said that gunmen killed at least 50 people in an open fire at a Catholic church located in the southwest part of the country during mass on Sunday. After US, now Britain to send multiple-launch rocket systems to Ukraine In continued support to Ukraine against Russian invasion, Britain is going to send multiple-launch rocket systems to Kyiv, UK government officials said on Monday. Australian court orders Google to pay $515,000 to former lawmaker over defamatory YouTube videos After finding that a YouTube commentator's "relentless, racist, vilification, abusive and defamatory campaign" drove John Barilaro to quit politics prematurely, an Australian court has ordered Google to pay A$715,000 ($515,000) to the former senior lawmaker. Diabetes drug helps people with obesity to lose weight significantly, says study A diabetes drug seems to help people with obesity in losing weight significantly, said researchers. The effect can be seen with a weekly dose of the drug. The experts have hailed the drug as a game-changer. Watch: Philippines: Mt. Bulusan roars into action, steam-rich plumes of smoke turns the sky grey ×

Morning news brief: South Korea, US fire missiles, Google ordered to pay damages, and more

The European Union (EU) on Friday declared a ban on most Russian oil imports and cut Russia's bank Sberbank from the global SWIFT messaging system. In other news, the Hong Kong police has said that people will not be permitted to gather on the anniversary of the Tiananmen Square event on Saturday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-war-eu-bans-most-russian-oil-targets-putins-alleged-girlfriend-with-sanctions-484812">EU bans most Russian oil, targets Putin's alleged girlfriend with sanctions</a>

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EU froze the assets of President Vladimir Putin's alleged girlfriend Alina Kabaeva and put her on visa ban blacklist along with Russian Army officials suspected of war crimes in Ukraine's Bucha.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-police-issues-warning-over-tiananmen-square-anniversary-gatherings-484709">Hong Kong police issues warning over Tiananmen Square anniversary gatherings</a>

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The police made it clear that any gathering will be treated as a breach of law and action will be taken against all the involved individuals.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-sees-record-breaking-fall-in-birth-rate-was-elon-musk-right-will-the-country-cease-to-exist-484729">Yet another year when Japan sees a record-breaking fall in birth rate</a>

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For the sixth year in a row, Japan has witnessed a further fall in its number of births. In 2021 the nation saw a 3.5 per cent fall from the previous year (2020).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/why-taiwan-is-booking-airsoft-guns-484756">GALLERY | Why Taiwan is booking airsoft guns</a>

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From tour guides to tattoo artists, some in Taiwan are taking shooting lessons for the first time in their lives as Russia's invasion of Ukraine ratchets up anxiety at the prospect of giant neighbour China making a similar move on the democratic island.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/elon-musk-may-cut-10-jobs-in-tesla-he-has-super-bad-feeling-about-economy-484711">Elon Musk may cut 10% jobs in Tesla, he has 'super bad feeling' about economy</a>

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk intends to cut about 10% of jobs in the company as has a "super bad feeling" about the economy, he said in an email to executives on Thursday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/anti-hypersonic-tech-china-claims-it-has-developed-ai-powered-defence-against-hypersonic-missiles-484715">China claims it has developed AI powered defence against hypersonic missiles</a>

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According to reports, Chinese scientists have developed technology which can predict the course of a hypersonic glide missile as it hits the target in what can be called an anti-hypersonic technology.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/samrat-prithviraj-review-akshay-kumars-movie-is-a-tedious-ode-to-an-epic-character-484704">‘Samrat Prithviraj’ review: Akshay Kumar's movie is a tedious ode to an epic character</a>

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Director Chandraprakash Dwivedi attempts to weave in all the heroic tales about king Prithviraj Chauhan and his love story with Princess Sanyogita in his 133-minute film but the result is a loosely-bound series of sequences lacking coherence.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/climate-change-effect-snow-white-alps-turning-green-says-study-after-analysing-satellite-data-484609">‘Snow-white' Alps turning green, says study after analysing satellite data</a>

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Since 1984, the vegetated areas above the treeline seems to have increased by 77% in the Alps, the study said. The rise in the plant biomass is described by the researchers as an “absolutely massive” change.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/he-is-a-four-dimensional-player-now-ex-india-stumper-lauds-hardik-pandya-after-his-memorable-ipl-2022-484749">Former Indian wicketkeeper lauds Hardik Pandya after memorable run in IPL 2022</a>

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Hardik rose to the occasion and fulfilled the role of a batter, bowler, whereas he did exceedingly well as a first-time captain in IPL. With the bat, Hardik amassed 487 runs -- his best tally in a season -- and claimed eight wickets.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-east-asia/myanmar-junta-to-carry-out-countrys-first-judicial-executions-in-more-than-three-decades-484817">Myanmar junta to carry out country’s first judicial executions in decades</a>

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The four people were part of the anti-coup activists who were handed death sentences as part of the crackdown process when the military seized back the power in Myanmar last year.

The European Union (EU) on Friday declared a ban on most Russian oil imports and cut Russia's bank Sberbank from the global SWIFT messaging system. In other news, the Hong Kong police has said that people will not be permitted to gather on the anniversary of the Tiananmen Square event on Saturday.

The European Union (EU) on Friday declared a ban on most Russian oil imports and cut Russia's bank Sberbank from the global SWIFT messaging system. In other news, the Hong Kong police has said that people will not be permitted to gather on the anniversary of the Tiananmen Square event on Saturday. EU bans most Russian oil, targets Putin's alleged girlfriend with sanctions EU froze the assets of President Vladimir Putin's alleged girlfriend Alina Kabaeva and put her on visa ban blacklist along with Russian Army officials suspected of war crimes in Ukraine's Bucha. Hong Kong police issues warning over Tiananmen Square anniversary gatherings The police made it clear that any gathering will be treated as a breach of law and action will be taken against all the involved individuals. Yet another year when Japan sees a record-breaking fall in birth rate For the sixth year in a row, Japan has witnessed a further fall in its number of births. In 2021 the nation saw a 3.5 per cent fall from the previous year (2020). GALLERY | Why Taiwan is booking airsoft guns From tour guides to tattoo artists, some in Taiwan are taking shooting lessons for the first time in their lives as Russia's invasion of Ukraine ratchets up anxiety at the prospect of giant neighbour China making a similar move on the democratic island. Elon Musk may cut 10% jobs in Tesla, he has 'super bad feeling' about economy Tesla CEO Elon Musk intends to cut about 10% of jobs in the company as has a "super bad feeling" about the economy, he said in an email to executives on Thursday. China claims it has developed AI powered defence against hypersonic missiles According to reports, Chinese scientists have developed technology which can predict the course of a hypersonic glide missile as it hits the target in what can be called an anti-hypersonic technology. ‘Samrat Prithviraj’ review: Akshay Kumar's movie is a tedious ode to an epic character Director Chandraprakash Dwivedi attempts to weave in all the heroic tales about king Prithviraj Chauhan and his love story with Princess Sanyogita in his 133-minute film but the result is a loosely-bound series of sequences lacking coherence. ‘Snow-white' Alps turning green, says study after analysing satellite data Since 1984, the vegetated areas above the treeline seems to have increased by 77% in the Alps, the study said. The rise in the plant biomass is described by the researchers as an “absolutely massive” change. Former Indian wicketkeeper lauds Hardik Pandya after memorable run in IPL 2022 Hardik rose to the occasion and fulfilled the role of a batter, bowler, whereas he did exceedingly well as a first-time captain in IPL. With the bat, Hardik amassed 487 runs -- his best tally in a season -- and claimed eight wickets. Myanmar junta to carry out country’s first judicial executions in decades The four people were part of the anti-coup activists who were handed death sentences as part of the crackdown process when the military seized back the power in Myanmar last year.

Top 10 news: EU bans most Russian oil, targets Putin's alleged girlfriend with sanctions, and more

The Maldives is taking on a controversial environmental project, it's commissioned a land reclamation scheme using sand dredged from a lagoon but experts are concerned that the project could choke the ecosystem.

Maldives to reclaim land from ocean

UK is preparing contingency energy plans because of the war in Ukraine. The British government is in talks with the energy firm Centrica to reopen a giant gas storage facility.

UK government prepares contingency energy plans amid Russia-Ukraine crisis

In China, anger is brewing as cities are dealing with month-long lockdowns, citizens have been forced to stay at home and health workers are dragging people out of their homes forcing them to quarantine.

China's harsh covid-19 lockdowns exacerbate population crisis

To get your day started, here are some stories.

Israeli PM Naftali Bennett has said Iranian 'immunity' is over.&nbsp;Biden visited&nbsp;Uvalde to pay&nbsp;tribute to victims of&nbsp;Texas shooting.&nbsp;Over $2.5 million have been raised for kids, who are left without parents after&nbsp;US school shooting.&nbsp;At least 44 killed, 56 missing after heavy rains in northeastern Brazil.&nbsp; 
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/texas-shooting-biden-visits-uvalde-pays-tribute-to-victims-483347">Texas shooting: Biden visits Uvalde, pays tribute to victims</a>

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US President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden visited memorials at the Robb Elementary School and tried to comfort families in the south Texas town of Uvalde after the nation's deadliest school shooting in a decade.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-44-killed-56-missing-after-heavy-rains-in-northeastern-brazil-483360">At least 44 killed, 56 missing after heavy rains in northeastern Brazil</a>

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Torrential rains in northeastern Brazil have left at least 44 people dead and dozens missing, the government said Sunday, as rescuers capitalized on a lull in downpours to search for survivors.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israeli-pm-naftali-bennett-says-iran-will-pay-full-price-for-instigating-attacks-through-its-proxies-483359">Israeli PM Naftali Bennett says Iranian 'immunity' is over</a>

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Accusing Iran of repeatedly targeting Israeli interests, Prime Minister Naftali Bennett has said that Tehran will be punished for instigating attacks through its proxies.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-school-shooting-in-3-days-over-25-mn-raised-in-donations-for-four-children-left-without-parents-483350">US school shooting: Over $2.5 mn raised for kids left without parents</a>

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After mom was killed in Texas elementary school shooting and father died of a heart attack a few days later, donations are pouring in for the bereaved family of four children, who are now left without parents.&nbsp;

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Watch:&nbsp;Nepal: Debris of crashed Tara Air plane found in Mustang

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To get your day started, here are some stories. Israeli PM Naftali Bennett has said Iranian 'immunity' is over. Biden visited Uvalde to pay tribute to victims of Texas shooting.

To get your day started, here are some stories. Israeli PM Naftali Bennett has said Iranian 'immunity' is over. Biden visited Uvalde to pay tribute to victims of Texas shooting. Over $2.5 million have been raised for kids, who are left without parents after US school shooting. At least 44 killed, 56 missing after heavy rains in northeastern Brazil. Texas shooting: Biden visits Uvalde, pays tribute to victims US President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden visited memorials at the Robb Elementary School and tried to comfort families in the south Texas town of Uvalde after the nation's deadliest school shooting in a decade. At least 44 killed, 56 missing after heavy rains in northeastern Brazil Torrential rains in northeastern Brazil have left at least 44 people dead and dozens missing, the government said Sunday, as rescuers capitalized on a lull in downpours to search for survivors. Israeli PM Naftali Bennett says Iranian 'immunity' is over Accusing Iran of repeatedly targeting Israeli interests, Prime Minister Naftali Bennett has said that Tehran will be punished for instigating attacks through its proxies. US school shooting: Over $2.5 mn raised for kids left without parents After mom was killed in Texas elementary school shooting and father died of a heart attack a few days later, donations are pouring in for the bereaved family of four children, who are now left without parents. Watch: Nepal: Debris of crashed Tara Air plane found in Mustang ×

Morning news brief: Biden visits Uvalde, heavy rains in Brazil and more

A leaked audio clip tweeted by Jennifer Zeng, a Chinese human rights activist reportedly shows Chinese military officials discussing plans to invade Taiwan. In other news, Vadim Shishimarin, a 21-year-old sergeant in the Russian army, was sentenced to life in prison by a Ukrainian court for committing war crimes.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-leaked-video-shows-chinese-commanders-devising-taiwan-invasion-plan-481477">Watch: Leaked video shows Chinese commanders discussing Taiwan invasion plan</a>

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The commanders in the video/audio clip are heard saying to "resolutely implement the orders of the party central committee, President Xi and resolutely accomplish Guangdong mission to ensure resources to achieve a strategic and decisive victory".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-soldier-vadim-shishimarin-jailed-for-life-by-ukrainian-court-over-war-crime-481469">Russian soldier jailed for life by Ukrainian court over war crime</a>

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This was the first time that a trial took place in relation to war crimes in the ongoing crisis and the judge decided to hand Shishimarin a life sentence after he was found guilty of killing 62-year-old Oleksandr Shelipov in Sumy region of Ukraine.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/is-google-hatching-a-sinister-plot-to-butt-in-on-donald-trumps-app-truth-socials-success-481441">Is Google hatching a sinister plot to stop Trump's app Truth Social's success?</a>

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Google's YouTube did suspend the businessman from its website following the infamous Capitol Hill riots, however, this suspension has no connection to the Play Store, which has its own separate terms of service.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/quad-summit-2022-leaders-of-japan-united-states-india-australia-meet-in-tokyo-481143">Quad Summit 2022 Live Updates: PM Modi meets Indian diaspora</a>

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India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a meeting with the Indian diaspora in Tokyo said "when Swami Vivekanand went to Chicago, he came to Japan first and Japan left an impression in his heart."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/just-10-weeks-of-global-wheat-inventories-left-expert-to-unsc-481521">'Seismic': Just 10 weeks of global wheat inventories left: Expert to UNSC</a>

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India which is the second largest producer of wheat had recently banned exports as prices have surged amid Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Russia and Ukraine are the top wheat producers in the world.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/shyam-benegal-reacts-to-mujib-the-making-of-a-nation-trailer-backlash-481371">Shyam Benegal reacts to 'Mujib-The Making Of A Nation' trailer backlash</a>

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The 90-second trailer of the movie about Sheikh Mujibur Rahman aka Bangabandhu, the founder of Bangladesh, was launched during the Indian Pavilion at Cannes.

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The Trueself kit won't be a one-size-fits-all package says Hu Zhijun, its creator. Instead, the kit will be a "gift to discover one's true self", he told Sixth Tone.

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Kylian Mbappe snubbed Real Madrid to extend his stay with his current club PSG in one of the richest deals ever in football history.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/kurt-cobains-smells-like-teen-spirit-guitar-fetches-almost-5-million-in-auction-481495">Kurt Cobain’s 'Smells Like Teen Spirit' guitar fetches almost $5 million in auction</a>

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The 1969 Fender Mustang Electric Guitar used by Cobain in Nirvana’s famous music video for the song “Smells Like Teen Spirit” fetched almost $5 million in an auction.

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Sandstorms continue to ravage parts of Iraq as the ninth one hit the country on Monday resulting in the closure of public buildings and airports.

A leaked audio clip tweeted by Jennifer Zeng, a Chinese human rights activist reportedly shows Chinese military officials discussing plans to invade Taiwan. In other news, Vadim Shishimarin, a 21-year-old sergeant in the Russian army, was sentenced to life in prison by a Ukrainian court for committing war crimes.

A leaked audio clip tweeted by Jennifer Zeng, a Chinese human rights activist reportedly shows Chinese military officials discussing plans to invade Taiwan. In other news, Vadim Shishimarin, a 21-year-old sergeant in the Russian army, was sentenced to life in prison by a Ukrainian court for committing war crimes. Click on the headlines to read more Watch: Leaked video shows Chinese commanders discussing Taiwan invasion plan The commanders in the video/audio clip are heard saying to "resolutely implement the orders of the party central committee, President Xi and resolutely accomplish Guangdong mission to ensure resources to achieve a strategic and decisive victory". Russian soldier jailed for life by Ukrainian court over war crime This was the first time that a trial took place in relation to war crimes in the ongoing crisis and the judge decided to hand Shishimarin a life sentence after he was found guilty of killing 62-year-old Oleksandr Shelipov in Sumy region of Ukraine. Is Google hatching a sinister plot to stop Trump's app Truth Social's success? Google's YouTube did suspend the businessman from its website following the infamous Capitol Hill riots, however, this suspension has no connection to the Play Store, which has its own separate terms of service. Quad Summit 2022 Live Updates: PM Modi meets Indian diaspora India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a meeting with the Indian diaspora in Tokyo said "when Swami Vivekanand went to Chicago, he came to Japan first and Japan left an impression in his heart." 'Seismic': Just 10 weeks of global wheat inventories left: Expert to UNSC India which is the second largest producer of wheat had recently banned exports as prices have surged amid Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Russia and Ukraine are the top wheat producers in the world. Shyam Benegal reacts to 'Mujib-The Making Of A Nation' trailer backlash The 90-second trailer of the movie about Sheikh Mujibur Rahman aka Bangabandhu, the founder of Bangladesh, was launched during the Indian Pavilion at Cannes. 'Born this way': Chinese company launches 'coming out' kit for queer people The Trueself kit won't be a one-size-fits-all package says Hu Zhijun, its creator. Instead, the kit will be a "gift to discover one's true self", he told Sixth Tone. PSG's Al-Khelaifi responds to La Liga president's 'insult to football' remark Kylian Mbappe snubbed Real Madrid to extend his stay with his current club PSG in one of the richest deals ever in football history. Kurt Cobain’s 'Smells Like Teen Spirit' guitar fetches almost $5 million in auction The 1969 Fender Mustang Electric Guitar used by Cobain in Nirvana’s famous music video for the song “Smells Like Teen Spirit” fetched almost $5 million in an auction. Gallery | In pics - Sandstorm forces closure of airports and public buildings in Iraq Sandstorms continue to ravage parts of Iraq as the ninth one hit the country on Monday resulting in the closure of public buildings and airports.

Top 10 news: Russian soldier jailed for life in Ukraine, sandstorms in Iraq & more

Foreign ministers from the G7 are currently in Germany for their annual meeting talks are said to be dominated by Ukraine and how to manage the consequences of a conflict that could drag on for months. One of the biggest focus will be on ways to alleviate food security concerns.

G7 to discuss how to end Ukraine grain blockade, condemns Taliban over women's rights

After losing the local polls in Britain, UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson is now focusing on reducing the cost of living in the country. As inflationary pressures continue to weigh on the common man, pushed higher by the Ukrainian crisis according to reports, Johnson has now asked his ministers to slash civil service jobs to free up billions for tax cuts.

Boris Johnson could cut up to 91,000 civil service jobs in a bid to reduce inflationary pressures

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Saudi Aramco has surpassed&nbsp;Apple. It is now world’s most valued company.&nbsp;North Korea has confirmed&nbsp;Covid outbreak and ordered lockdown to check Omicron’s spread.&nbsp;In US condominium collapse lawsuit, nearly $1 billion settlement has been reached.&nbsp;Chinese plane has caught&nbsp;fire at airport during takeoff.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-aramco-surpasses-apple-is-now-worlds-most-valued-company-478237">Saudi Aramco surpasses Apple; is now world’s most valued company</a>

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After surging oil prices propelled shares of the world's largest crude exporter to record highs, Saudi Aramco has surpassed Apple as the world's most valuable company, while a broader tech stock sell-off weighs on the iPhone manufacturer.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/for-the-first-time-north-korea-officially-confirms-covid-outbreak-orders-lockdown-to-check-omicrons-spread-478240">North Korea confirms Covid outbreak, orders lockdown to check Omicron’s spread</a>

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After over two years, North Korea has officially confirmed Covid outbreak for the first time on Thursday, media reports said. The nation has also ordered a nation-wide lockdown. A sub-variant of Omicron variant of virus has been found in Pyongyang, state media reported. &nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-us-condominium-collapse-lawsuit-nearly-1-billion-settlement-reached-478249">In US condominium collapse lawsuit, nearly $1 billion settlement reached</a>

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A tentative settlement of around USD 1 billion has been reached in the Florida’s condo collapse case in the US, media reports said citing an attorney on Wednesday. &nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-plane-catches-fire-at-airport-during-takeoff-more-than-100-evacuated-report-478246">Chinese plane catches fire at airport during takeoff; more than 100 evacuated: Report</a>

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On Thursday (May 12), a passenger plane operated by China's Airlines skidded off the runway and caught fire as it took off from Chongqing in the country's southwest. According to the state-run Xinhua news agency, the Tibet-bound airliner carried 113 passengers and nine staff members.

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To get your day started, here are some stories. Saudi Aramco has surpassed Apple. It is now world’s most valued company. North Korea has confirmed Covid outbreak and ordered lockdown to check Omicron’s spread.

To get your day started, here are some stories. Saudi Aramco has surpassed Apple. It is now world’s most valued company. North Korea has confirmed Covid outbreak and ordered lockdown to check Omicron’s spread. In US condominium collapse lawsuit, nearly $1 billion settlement has been reached. Chinese plane has caught fire at airport during takeoff. Saudi Aramco surpasses Apple; is now world’s most valued company After surging oil prices propelled shares of the world's largest crude exporter to record highs, Saudi Aramco has surpassed Apple as the world's most valuable company, while a broader tech stock sell-off weighs on the iPhone manufacturer. North Korea confirms Covid outbreak, orders lockdown to check Omicron’s spread After over two years, North Korea has officially confirmed Covid outbreak for the first time on Thursday, media reports said. The nation has also ordered a nation-wide lockdown. A sub-variant of Omicron variant of virus has been found in Pyongyang, state media reported. In US condominium collapse lawsuit, nearly $1 billion settlement reached A tentative settlement of around USD 1 billion has been reached in the Florida’s condo collapse case in the US, media reports said citing an attorney on Wednesday. Chinese plane catches fire at airport during takeoff; more than 100 evacuated: Report On Thursday (May 12), a passenger plane operated by China's Airlines skidded off the runway and caught fire as it took off from Chongqing in the country's southwest. According to the state-run Xinhua news agency, the Tibet-bound airliner carried 113 passengers and nine staff members. Watch | Sri Lanka: Gotabaya vows to empower parliament, will soon appoint new Prime Minister and cabinet ×

Morning news brief: Saudi Aramco reaches top, US condo collapse settlement, and more

To get your day started, here are some stories.

Bill Gates has tested positive for COVID-19. He said that he is experiencing 'mild symptoms'.&nbsp;Musk has said he will 'reverse' Twitter ban on Trump.&nbsp;Woman has got&nbsp;30-year jail for aggravated homicide on suffering miscarriage in El Salvador.&nbsp;Iron Age complex has been found under house in Turkey village, said study. 
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Bill Gates, a co-founder of Microsoft, said on Tuesday that he has tested positive with COVID-19 and is suffering from minor symptoms.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/musk-says-he-will-reverse-twitter-ban-on-trump-477980">Musk says he will 'reverse' Twitter ban on Trump</a>

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Elon Musk said on Tuesday that he would reverse Twitter's ban on former US President Donald Trump.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/is-us-watching-woman-gets-30-year-jail-for-aggravated-homicide-on-suffering-miscarriage-in-el-salvador-477999">Is US watching? Woman gets 30-year jail for aggravated homicide on suffering miscarriage in El Salvador</a>

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For suffering a miscarriage, a woman has been jailed for 30 years in El Salvador, said media reports. &nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/major-discovery-iron-age-complex-found-under-house-in-turkey-village-says-study-478004">Major discovery: Iron Age complex found under house in Turkey village, says study</a>

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In a major discovery, an underground Iron Age complex has been found in Turkey, media reports said. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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Watch:&nbsp;WHO slams China's zero covid-19 policy, says it affects 'human rights'

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To get your day started, here are some stories. Bill Gates has tested positive for COVID-19. He said that he is experiencing 'mild symptoms'. Musk has said he will 'reverse' Twitter ban on Trump. Woman has got 30-year jail for aggravated homicide on suffering miscarriage in El Salvador. Iron Age complex has been found under house in Turkey village, said study. Bill Gates tests positive for COVID-19, says experiencing 'mild symptoms' Bill Gates, a co-founder of Microsoft, said on Tuesday that he has tested positive with COVID-19 and is suffering from minor symptoms. Musk says he will 'reverse' Twitter ban on Trump Elon Musk said on Tuesday that he would reverse Twitter's ban on former US President Donald Trump. Is US watching? Woman gets 30-year jail for aggravated homicide on suffering miscarriage in El Salvador For suffering a miscarriage, a woman has been jailed for 30 years in El Salvador, said media reports. Major discovery: Iron Age complex found under house in Turkey village, says study In a major discovery, an underground Iron Age complex has been found in Turkey, media reports said. Watch: WHO slams China's zero covid-19 policy, says it affects 'human rights' ×

Morning news brief: Bill Gates contracts Covid, Musk on Trump's Twitter ban, and more

The head of Guinea's military government has announced the country will return to civilian rule after a 39-month or three years transition period.

Guinea leader proposes 3-year transition back to civilian rule

North Korea has launched a ballistic missile that has landed into the Sea of Japan. This has caused a major threat to the peace and security of Japan.

North Korea speeds up weapon testing, launches ballistic missile

The US Senate will vote on a national abortion rights bill in reaction to the leaked draft decision indicating the Supreme Court is poised to overturn its landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade ruling.

US Senate to vote Wednesday on abortion rights law

Russia has intensified its military offensive in the Ukrainian port city of Mariupol with all civilians evacuated from the Azovstal steel plant. Ukrainian officials now say that Moscow has stepped up its onslaught to seize the site.

Russia is using tanks in storming operations at Azovstal steel plant

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Why we are celebrating Europe Day, says EU chief while criticising Russia over Ukraine war.&nbsp;Chinese armed forces hold another round of drills near Taiwan, said PLA.&nbsp;Early voting began&nbsp;in Australia election with opposition ahead in polls.&nbsp;IS affiliate claimed responsibility for ‘deadliest’ attack on Egyptian forces.&nbsp;U2's Bono holds 'freedom' concert in Kyiv metro amid Russian invasion.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/why-we-are-celebrating-europe-day-eu-chief-criticises-russia-over-ukraine-conflict-477478">Why we are celebrating Europe Day: EU chief criticises Russia over Ukraine war</a>

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EU leader Ursula von der Leyen said on Sunday that Europe stands behind Ukraine, slamming Russia for waging a "atrocious war" and directing "senseless aggression" in the nation, which has suffered massive damage and continues to do so.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/is-it-preparation-for-war-chinese-armed-forces-hold-another-round-of-drills-near-taiwan-says-pla-477472">Chinese armed forces hold another round of drills near Taiwan, says PLA &nbsp;</a>

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Another round of drills has been held by Chinese armed forces near Taiwan, the People`s Liberation Army said on Monday. &nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/early-voting-begins-in-australia-election-with-opposition-ahead-in-polls-477466">Early voting begins in Australia election with opposition ahead in polls</a>

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Early voting began in Australia on Monday two weeks ahead of election day, with surveys showing the opposition centre-left Labor Party extending its lead and Prime Minister Scott Morrison suffering a fall in his approval rating.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/islamic-state-affiliate-claims-responsibility-for-deadliest-attack-on-egyptian-security-forces-477481">IS affiliate claims responsibility for ‘deadliest’ attack on Egyptian forces</a>

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The responsibility for an attack, which killed at least 11 soldiers at a water pumping station located in the east of the Suez Canal, has been claimed by an Islamic State affiliate in Egypt, media reports said. &nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-u2s-bono-gives-freedom-concert-in-kyiv-metro-amid-russian-invasion-477474">U2's Bono gives 'freedom' concert in Kyiv metro amid Russian invasion</a>

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Irish rock group U2`s frontman Bono and his bandmate The Edge performed a 40-minute concert in a metro station in the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv on Sunday and praised Ukrainians fighting for their freedom from Russia.

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To get your day started, here are some stories. Why we are celebrating Europe Day, says EU chief while criticising Russia over Ukraine war. Chinese armed forces hold another round of drills near Taiwan, said PLA.

To get your day started, here are some stories. Why we are celebrating Europe Day, says EU chief while criticising Russia over Ukraine war. Chinese armed forces hold another round of drills near Taiwan, said PLA. Early voting began in Australia election with opposition ahead in polls. IS affiliate claimed responsibility for ‘deadliest’ attack on Egyptian forces. U2's Bono holds 'freedom' concert in Kyiv metro amid Russian invasion. Why we are celebrating Europe Day: EU chief criticises Russia over Ukraine war EU leader Ursula von der Leyen said on Sunday that Europe stands behind Ukraine, slamming Russia for waging a "atrocious war" and directing "senseless aggression" in the nation, which has suffered massive damage and continues to do so. Chinese armed forces hold another round of drills near Taiwan, says PLA Another round of drills has been held by Chinese armed forces near Taiwan, the People`s Liberation Army said on Monday. Early voting begins in Australia election with opposition ahead in polls Early voting began in Australia on Monday two weeks ahead of election day, with surveys showing the opposition centre-left Labor Party extending its lead and Prime Minister Scott Morrison suffering a fall in his approval rating. IS affiliate claims responsibility for ‘deadliest’ attack on Egyptian forces The responsibility for an attack, which killed at least 11 soldiers at a water pumping station located in the east of the Suez Canal, has been claimed by an Islamic State affiliate in Egypt, media reports said. U2's Bono gives 'freedom' concert in Kyiv metro amid Russian invasion Irish rock group U2`s frontman Bono and his bandmate The Edge performed a 40-minute concert in a metro station in the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv on Sunday and praised Ukrainians fighting for their freedom from Russia. Watch: No end to political turmoil in Sri Lanka, PM Mahinda Rajapaksa under pressure to resign ×

Morning news brief: EU chief criticises Russia, voting begins in Australia, and more

Sri Lankan Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa on Monday (May 9th) announced that he'll be stepping down from his post. This comes amid countrywide protests and public calls for him and his brother, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, to quit as the country's economic situation worsens. In other news, Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos, the son of former Philippines dictator Ferdinand Marcos, is well on his way to complete a huge victory in the country’s presidential elections, according to an unofficial tally.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/sri-lanka-economic-crisis-pm-mahinda-rajapaksa-announces-decision-to-resign-477587">Sri Lanka economic crisis: PM Mahinda Rajapaksa resigns as pressure mounts up</a>

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The 76-year-old delivered his letter of resignation to his younger brother, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, paving the way for a "new unity government," according to spokesperson Rohan Weliwita.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-east-asia/philippines-election-2022-bongbong-marcos-headed-for-presidency-with-massive-lead-477674">Philippines Election: Bongbong Marcos headed for presidency with massive lead</a>

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The data provided by the Philippines Commission on Elections showed that Bongbong Marcos had a huge lead over Leni Robredo with almost half of the 70,000 polling stations submitting their results.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/victory-day-parade-absolutely-unacceptable-threat-russia-defending-motherland-in-ukraine-says-putin-477528">'Absolutely unacceptable threat': Russia defending motherland in Ukraine, says Putin</a>

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During the Victory Day ceremony, Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Russian troops and volunteers fighting in the Donbass region of Ukraine are fighting for their Motherland.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/if-i-die-elon-musk-posts-cryptic-tweet-receives-stern-reply-from-mother-477649">‘If I die...’: Elon Musk posts cryptic tweet, receives stern reply from mother</a>

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The tweet did not go down well with his mother and former supermodel Maye Musk who was visibly angry with it and even replied to the tweet saying "That's not funny".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-east-asia/troops-deployed-in-colombo-after-pro-government-supporters-attack-protesters-477560">Two killed, 139 injured as government supporters attack protesters in Colombo</a>

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The situation in Sri Lanka continue to deteriorate as the authorities have deployed armed troops in Colombo following clashes between the pro-government supporters and the protestors.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-u2s-bono-gives-freedom-concert-in-kyiv-metro-amid-russian-invasion-477474">U2's Bono gives 'freedom' concert in Kyiv metro amid Russian invasion</a>

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Bono and his bandmate The Edge performed a 40-minute concert in a metro station in the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv on Sunday and praised Ukrainians fighting for their freedom from Russia.

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Since Russian forces have left the Kyiv suburbs, several world leaders like European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen and United States House Speaker Nancy Pelosi have visited Kyiv and other cities in Ukraine to show support.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-city-of-zhoushan-experiences-blood-red-sky-due-to-light-refraction-watch-477594">Chinese city of Zhoushan experiences blood red sky due to light refraction – WATCH</a>

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It was a scene right out of an ‘end of the world’ movie as the sky turned red under a thick layer of fog in the Chinese city of Zhoushan.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/not-a-big-fan-of-maths-ms-dhoni-gives-cheeky-response-on-csks-chances-of-qualifying-for-ipl-2022-playoffs-477567">'Not a big fan of maths': MS Dhoni on CSK's chances of making it to playoffs</a>

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MS Dhoni said he would like CSK to take one game at a time and advised the players to enjoy themselves rather than worrying about the permutation and combination.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/in-pics-from-the-iconic-spectacles-to-dhoti-mahatma-gandhis-personal-belongings-go-up-for-auction-477647">Gallery | From the iconic spectacles to dhoti, Mahatma Gandhi's personal belongings go up for auction</a>

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At an online auction in the United Kingdom, Mahatma Gandhi's personal items, including his wooden sandals and what is said to be the final photograph of him taken alive, are slated to fetch more than half a million pounds.

Sri Lankan Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa on Monday (May 9th) announced that he'll be stepping down from his post. This comes amid countrywide protests and public calls for him and his brother, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, to quit as the country's economic situation worsens.

Sri Lankan Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa on Monday (May 9th) announced that he'll be stepping down from his post. This comes amid countrywide protests and public calls for him and his brother, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, to quit as the country's economic situation worsens. In other news, Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos, the son of former Philippines dictator Ferdinand Marcos, is well on his way to complete a huge victory in the country’s presidential elections, according to an unofficial tally. Sri Lanka economic crisis: PM Mahinda Rajapaksa resigns as pressure mounts up The 76-year-old delivered his letter of resignation to his younger brother, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, paving the way for a "new unity government," according to spokesperson Rohan Weliwita. Philippines Election: Bongbong Marcos headed for presidency with massive lead The data provided by the Philippines Commission on Elections showed that Bongbong Marcos had a huge lead over Leni Robredo with almost half of the 70,000 polling stations submitting their results. 'Absolutely unacceptable threat': Russia defending motherland in Ukraine, says Putin During the Victory Day ceremony, Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Russian troops and volunteers fighting in the Donbass region of Ukraine are fighting for their Motherland. ‘If I die...’: Elon Musk posts cryptic tweet, receives stern reply from mother The tweet did not go down well with his mother and former supermodel Maye Musk who was visibly angry with it and even replied to the tweet saying "That's not funny". Two killed, 139 injured as government supporters attack protesters in Colombo The situation in Sri Lanka continue to deteriorate as the authorities have deployed armed troops in Colombo following clashes between the pro-government supporters and the protestors. U2's Bono gives 'freedom' concert in Kyiv metro amid Russian invasion Bono and his bandmate The Edge performed a 40-minute concert in a metro station in the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv on Sunday and praised Ukrainians fighting for their freedom from Russia. Gallery | In Pics: Is it war tourism? World leaders throng Ukraine to show support Since Russian forces have left the Kyiv suburbs, several world leaders like European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen and United States House Speaker Nancy Pelosi have visited Kyiv and other cities in Ukraine to show support. Chinese city of Zhoushan experiences blood red sky due to light refraction – WATCH It was a scene right out of an ‘end of the world’ movie as the sky turned red under a thick layer of fog in the Chinese city of Zhoushan. 'Not a big fan of maths': MS Dhoni on CSK's chances of making it to playoffs MS Dhoni said he would like CSK to take one game at a time and advised the players to enjoy themselves rather than worrying about the permutation and combination. Gallery | From the iconic spectacles to dhoti, Mahatma Gandhi's personal belongings go up for auction At an online auction in the United Kingdom, Mahatma Gandhi's personal items, including his wooden sandals and what is said to be the final photograph of him taken alive, are slated to fetch more than half a million pounds.

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