With no end in sight to the political crisis in Myanmar, some members of the South - East asia's regional bloc, ASEAN are raising voice over the group's no interference policy. Malaysia has said that ASEAN should do some soul searching on its policy of not intefering in member's internal affairs.

Malaysia raises voice over the group's no interference policy

South Sudan is battling its worst floods in 60 years. It is the third straight year of extreme flooding. Thousands have been left displaced. There is a shortage of aid and now the United Nations has warned that the situation will worsen due to climate change.

South Sudan battles worst floods in 60 years

The killing of British MP David Amess shocked the nation. In the latest, the alleged killer, Ali Harbi Ali who has been charged with murder has described himself to be affiliated with Islamic State.

British MP David Amess's murder shocks UK

From defence to economy, from climate to technology, India and the United Kingdom are aiming to strengthen bilateral relations on all fronts.Britain foreign secretary Liz Truss is on a two day visit to India.UK's truss has announced a series of tech and infrastructure deals.

India, United Kingdom aim to strengthen bilateral relations

Killing of British MP David Amess shocks the nation

The Deputy US Treasury Secretary, Wally Adeyemo, stated that the Taliban would have no access to Afghan central bank reserves, which are primarily held in the US. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a 'mix and match' strategy for all vaccines authorised in the country.Ten months since being banned by social medial companies following the January 6 Capitol Hill riots, former US president Donald Trump has now decided to launch his own social networking platform called “TRUTH Social.”

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The US has refused to release the frozen assets of Afghanistan adding "it's important to keep pressure on the Taliban". US Deputy Treasury Secretary Wally Adeyemo said, "We'll not let...Taliban access the money in an ongoing situation...We'll continue to assert our restrictions on Haqqani network and...Taliban."&nbsp;

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The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a 'mix and match' strategy for all vaccines authorised in the country.

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Ten months since being banned by social medial companies following the January 6 Capitol Hill riots, former US president Donald Trump has now decided to launch his own social networking platform called “TRUTH Social.”

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The Deputy US Treasury Secretary, Wally Adeyemo, stated that the Taliban would have no access to Afghan central bank reserves, which are primarily held in the US.

The Deputy US Treasury Secretary, Wally Adeyemo, stated that the Taliban would have no access to Afghan central bank reserves, which are primarily held in the US. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a 'mix and match' strategy for all vaccines authorised in the country.Ten months since being banned by social medial companies following the January 6 Capitol Hill riots, former US president Donald Trump has now decided to launch his own social networking platform called “TRUTH Social.” Click on headlines to read more We will not let the Taliban access the money: US on releasing Afghan frozen assets The US has refused to release the frozen assets of Afghanistan adding "it's important to keep pressure on the Taliban". US Deputy Treasury Secretary Wally Adeyemo said, "We'll not let...Taliban access the money in an ongoing situation...We'll continue to assert our restrictions on Haqqani network and...Taliban." FDA approves 'mix and match' strategy for all COVID-19 vaccines approved in US The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a 'mix and match' strategy for all vaccines authorised in the country. Donald Trump, banned on Twitter, FB, announces to launch his own social network Ten months since being banned by social medial companies following the January 6 Capitol Hill riots, former US president Donald Trump has now decided to launch his own social networking platform called “TRUTH Social.” Watch | Gravitas: Russia labels journalist as 'sex object to distract Putin' Watch | Gravitas: New West Asian QUAD to tackle China Watch | 77 dead as heavy rains, floods batter Nepal

Morning news brief: Afghan frozen assets, COVID-19 vaccines, and more

Pakistan is likely to remain on the Financial Action Task Force's ‘grey list’ till the next session of the global money laundering and terror financing watchdog in April 2022, according to a media report. Meanwhile,&nbsp;according to a report, China conducted two hypersonic missile tests in July and August and not just one test as reported earlier. On the Covid front, India successfully vaccinated more than 100 crore citizens on Thursday and&nbsp;WHO Chief congratulated the country and PM Modi for this achievement.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-likely-to-remain-on-fatf-grey-list-till-april-2022-422623" hreflang="en">Pakistan likely to remain on FATF ‘grey list’ till April 2022</a>

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According to a report by Pakistan-based The News International, Islamabad is still short of meeting the FATF criterion, including curbing terror financing.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-conducted-two-hypersonic-missile-tests-report-422644">China conducted two hypersonic missile tests: Report</a>

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China had dismissed reports that it had conducted the test when the first report came out declaring that it was a "space vehicle" and not a missile.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/who-chief-congratulates-pm-modi-for-administering-one-billion-covid-19-doses-422683">WHO chief congratulates PM Modi for administering one billion COVID-19 doses</a>

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Director-General of the World Health Organization, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, took to Twitter to send out his best wishes and congratulate the Indian government for achieving this important milestone.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/facebook-to-pay-french-publishers-for-news-content-422671">Facebook to pay French publishers for news content</a>

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The tech giant will be obtaining license to publish content. Facebook said it had reached an agreement with APIG alliance which comprises of national and regional newspapers in France.

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The National Basketball Association (NBA) player Enes Kanter on Wednesday (October 20) slammed Chinese President Xi Jinping and branded him as a "brutal dictator" over China's treatment of Tibet.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/boy-steals-the-show-by-trying-to-take-popes-skull-cap-422642" hreflang="en">Boy steals the show by trying to take Pope's skull cap</a>

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A young boy, who is reported to be 10-years-old, was seated next to the Pope during one of his usual address with his followers.

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A&nbsp;new study has claimed two doses of Covishield and Pfizer can guarantee 90 per cent safety from the deadly virus.&nbsp;As per the data, Oxford-AstraZeneca&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">vaccine</a>&nbsp;(also known as Covishield) is 91 per cent effective against the deadly coronavirus. Similarly, the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine was found to be 90 per cent effective in protecting people from the virus.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/gates-foundation-pledges-120-million-to-help-get-covid-pills-quickly-to-poor-countries-422657" hreflang="en">Gates foundation pledges $120 million to help get Covid pills quickly to poor countries</a>

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The drug approval and authorization process often takes about a year; the foundation and Unitaid, the global health agency based in Geneva, have been working for months — since conversations with Merck indicated early data on the drug’s effectiveness were strong — on steps to make this process as fast as possible.

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Love knows no boundaries, and a 26-year-old woman has proved this by admitting that she cannot stop herself from eating her husband’s ashes.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/watch-thief-doesnt-realise-live-broadcast-is-on-after-he-steals-phone-from-journalist-422674" hreflang="en">180,000 healthcare workers may have died due to COVID-19: WH</a><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/180000-healthcare-workers-may-have-died-due-to-covid-19-who-422734">O</a>

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According to the WHO, 80,000 to 180,000 healthcare workers may have died due to coronavirus between January 2020 and May 2021.

Pakistan is likely to remain on the Financial Action Task Force's ‘grey list’ till the next session of the global money laundering and terror financing watchdog in April 2022, according to a media report.

Pakistan is likely to remain on the Financial Action Task Force's ‘grey list’ till the next session of the global money laundering and terror financing watchdog in April 2022, according to a media report. Meanwhile, according to a report, China conducted two hypersonic missile tests in July and August and not just one test as reported earlier. On the Covid front, India successfully vaccinated more than 100 crore citizens on Thursday and WHO Chief congratulated the country and PM Modi for this achievement. Click on headlines to read more Pakistan likely to remain on FATF ‘grey list’ till April 2022 According to a report by Pakistan-based The News International, Islamabad is still short of meeting the FATF criterion, including curbing terror financing. China conducted two hypersonic missile tests: Report China had dismissed reports that it had conducted the test when the first report came out declaring that it was a "space vehicle" and not a missile. WHO chief congratulates PM Modi for administering one billion COVID-19 doses Director-General of the World Health Organization, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, took to Twitter to send out his best wishes and congratulate the Indian government for achieving this important milestone. Facebook to pay French publishers for news content The tech giant will be obtaining license to publish content. Facebook said it had reached an agreement with APIG alliance which comprises of national and regional newspapers in France. 'Dear brutal dictator Jinping': NBA player slams China over Tibet issue -Watch The National Basketball Association (NBA) player Enes Kanter on Wednesday (October 20) slammed Chinese President Xi Jinping and branded him as a "brutal dictator" over China's treatment of Tibet. Boy steals the show by trying to take Pope's skull cap A young boy, who is reported to be 10-years-old, was seated next to the Pope during one of his usual address with his followers. Two doses of Covishield and Pfizer vaccine provide 90% safety from Covid: Study A new study has claimed two doses of Covishield and Pfizer can guarantee 90 per cent safety from the deadly virus. As per the data, Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine (also known as Covishield) is 91 per cent effective against the deadly coronavirus. Similarly, the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine was found to be 90 per cent effective in protecting people from the virus. Gates foundation pledges $120 million to help get Covid pills quickly to poor countries The drug approval and authorization process often takes about a year; the foundation and Unitaid, the global health agency based in Geneva, have been working for months — since conversations with Merck indicated early data on the drug’s effectiveness were strong — on steps to make this process as fast as possible. 'Cannot stop': Woman admits eating dead husband's ashes daily Love knows no boundaries, and a 26-year-old woman has proved this by admitting that she cannot stop herself from eating her husband’s ashes. 180,000 healthcare workers may have died due to COVID-19: WHO According to the WHO, 80,000 to 180,000 healthcare workers may have died due to coronavirus between January 2020 and May 2021.

Top 10 world news: India's vaccine achievement, Pak may to stay in FATF ‘grey list' & more

The report has called Bolsonaro 'principally responsible for the government's errors committed during the COVID-19 pandemic'. The annexation of Crimea, as well as Russia's support for separatists in eastern Ukraine, have brought Moscow-West ties to post-Cold War lows. The US committee investigating the Capitol riots has voted to recommend criminal prosecution against Donald Trump’s former chief strategist Steve Bannon after he refused to testify before the committee relating to their inquiry into the January 6 insurrection.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/haiti-gang-demands-17-million-ransom-for-kidnapped-missionaries-and-children-422157">Haiti gang demands $17 million ransom for kidnapped missionaries and children</a> 
 
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The 17 American and Canadian hostages include five children, the youngest of whom is 8 months old, according to a local official.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/return-crimea-to-ukraine-stop-cyber-attacks-on-america-us-tells-russia-422168">Return Crimea to Ukraine, stop cyber attacks on America: US tells Russia&nbsp;</a> 
 
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Moscow has also backed a separatist conflict in eastern Ukraine, which started weeks after Crimea's takeover and has killed over 14,000 people. The annexation of Crimea, as well as Russia's support for separatists in eastern Ukraine, have brought Moscow-West ties to post-Cold War lows.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/senate-report-calls-for-homicide-charge-against-brazilian-president-jair-bolsonaro-covid-19-errors-422173">Senate report calls for homicide charge against Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro COVID-19 errors</a> 
 
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The report has called Bolsonaro 'principally responsible for the government's errors committed during the COVID-19 pandemic'

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/capitol-riots-us-committee-votes-to-hold-criminal-contempt-charge-against-trumps-ex-aide-422167">Capitol riots: US committee votes to hold criminal contempt charge against Trump’s ex-aide</a> 
 
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The US House of Representatives committee approved the contempt of Congress unanimously on Monday, sending the report to the Democratic-controlled House, which is expected on Thursday to authorize the panel to go to court to punish Bannon for his non-compliance. 
 
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The report has called Bolsonaro 'principally responsible for the government's errors committed during the COVID-19 pandemic'. The annexation of Crimea, as well as Russia's support for separatists in eastern Ukraine, have brought Moscow-West ties to post-Cold War lows.

The report has called Bolsonaro 'principally responsible for the government's errors committed during the COVID-19 pandemic'. The annexation of Crimea, as well as Russia's support for separatists in eastern Ukraine, have brought Moscow-West ties to post-Cold War lows. The US committee investigating the Capitol riots has voted to recommend criminal prosecution against Donald Trump’s former chief strategist Steve Bannon after he refused to testify before the committee relating to their inquiry into the January 6 insurrection. Click on headlines to read more Haiti gang demands $17 million ransom for kidnapped missionaries and children The 17 American and Canadian hostages include five children, the youngest of whom is 8 months old, according to a local official. Return Crimea to Ukraine, stop cyber attacks on America: US tells Russia Moscow has also backed a separatist conflict in eastern Ukraine, which started weeks after Crimea's takeover and has killed over 14,000 people. The annexation of Crimea, as well as Russia's support for separatists in eastern Ukraine, have brought Moscow-West ties to post-Cold War lows. Senate report calls for homicide charge against Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro COVID-19 errors The report has called Bolsonaro 'principally responsible for the government's errors committed during the COVID-19 pandemic' Capitol riots: US committee votes to hold criminal contempt charge against Trump’s ex-aide The US House of Representatives committee approved the contempt of Congress unanimously on Monday, sending the report to the Democratic-controlled House, which is expected on Thursday to authorize the panel to go to court to punish Bannon for his non-compliance. Watch | Gravitas: What would a Chinese recession look like? Watch | Gravitas: China's hidden $4 trillion debt bomb

Morning news brief: Capitol riots, Haiti gangs, Crimea annexation, and more

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) reportedly plans to put Turkey on the 'grey list' due to the country's&nbsp;failure to fight terrorist financing and money laundering. The report also noted that the FATF had put Turkey "on notice"&nbsp; two years ago.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, merely ten days before COP26, a UNEP report says that global&nbsp;government plans for fossil fuel production are&nbsp;"dangerously out of sync" with necessary reductions.&nbsp;Government plans call for 24% more coal, 57% more oil and 71% more natural gas production by 2030 than what the 1.5C target allows.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fatf-may-put-turkey-on-grey-list-over-money-laundering-and-terror-financing-report-422379">FATF may put Turkey on 'grey list' over money laundering and terror financing: Report</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/02/197052-tt1.jpg" />Turkey may be "greylisted" by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) due to its alleged failure to fight terrorist financing and money laundering.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/planned-fossil-fuel-production-dangerously-out-of-sync-with-needed-emissions-cuts-un-422407">Planned fossil fuel production 'dangerously out of sync' with needed emissions cuts: UN</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/10/20/217322-untitled-design-22.jpg" />According to a report by the UN Environment Program, nations plan to produce double the amount of coal, oil, and gas consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/afghanistan-russia-calls-for-humanitarian-aid-as-it-hosts-taliban-422322">Afghanistan: Russia calls for humanitarian aid as it hosts Taliban</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/10/20/217275-afghanistan-9.jpg" />Russia has called&nbsp;for humanitarian support to Afghanistan as it hosted the Taliban for an international conference.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-mount-aso-volcano-erupts-in-japan-dramatic-explosion-sends-ash-11500-feet-into-the-air-422339">WATCH: Mount Aso Volcano erupts in Japan; dramatic explosion sends ash 11,500 feet into the air</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/10/20/217285-untitled-design-18.jpg" />Japan's Mount Aso volcano erupted spewing ash thousands of meters into the sky.&nbsp;There were no injuries reported as a result of the eruption. However, the&nbsp;Japan Meteorological Agency has raised the alert level for the volcano to three on a scale of five.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/texas-abortion-law-perpetuates-the-ongoing-irreparable-harm-us-justice-dept-asks-sc-to-strike-it-down-422320">Texas abortion law 'perpetuates the ongoing irreparable harm', US Justice dept asks SC to strike it down</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/10/20/217274-untitled-design-17.jpg" />In the ongoing fight over reproductive rights in the United States, now President Joe Biden's administration has asked the US Supreme Court to strike down a Texas abortion law.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/afghanistan-two-people-injured-in-explosion-in-kabuls-dehmazang-locality-422311">Afghanistan: Two people injured in explosion in Kabul's Dehmazang locality</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/08/29/208823-kabul-attack.jpg" />Afghanistan's Ministry of Interior reported that at least two persons were injured in a bomb assault in Kabul. Qari Saeed Khosty, a spokesperson for the Kabul Zoo, stated on Twitter that a hand grenade was thrown at Taliban security troops stationed in Dehmazang Square.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/jack-mas-reported-europe-trip-boosts-alibaba-shares-422344">Jack Ma's reported Europe trip boosts Alibaba shares</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2018/09/19/69698-Untitled%2520design_295.jpg" />Alibaba shares surged by more than six per cent as reports suggested that billionaire Jack Ma, founder of Alibaba was seen in Europe. This was taken to be an indication that worst of China's regulatory crackdown for the tech-giant may be over.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trumps-claim-of-executive-privilege-in-the-jan-6-inquiry-explained-422321">Trump’s claim of executive privilege in the Jan. 6. inquiry, explained</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/10/02/214108-donald-trump.jpg" />Former President Donald Trump’s power to keep information from the White House secret has become a hot topic. But how is he doing that? What exactly is executive privilege? Read to find out.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/president-putin-wont-attend-cop26-climate-summit-at-glasgow-kremlin-422349">President Putin won't attend COP26 climate summit at Glasgow: Kremlin</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/16/198764-putin.jpg" />Russian President Vladimir Putin will not attend the UN climate summit, COP26, which takes place in Glasgow from October 31.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/queen-elizabeth-cancels-northern-ireland-tour-as-she-is-advised-to-rest-by-doctors-422363">Queen Elizabeth cancels Northern Ireland tour as she is 'advised to rest' by doctors</a>

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As soon as word emerged that the Queen would not be travelling to Northern Ireland, speculation started surfacing that she was not feeling well. Now, the palace has confirmed that, medical experts told Queen Elizabeth II to rest and take care of her health.

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) reportedly plans to put Turkey on the 'grey list' due to the country's failure to fight terrorist financing and money laundering.

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) reportedly plans to put Turkey on the 'grey list' due to the country's failure to fight terrorist financing and money laundering. The report also noted that the FATF had put Turkey "on notice" two years ago. Meanwhile, merely ten days before COP26, a UNEP report says that global government plans for fossil fuel production are "dangerously out of sync" with necessary reductions. Government plans call for 24% more coal, 57% more oil and 71% more natural gas production by 2030 than what the 1.5C target allows. Click on the headline to read more: FATF may put Turkey on 'grey list' over money laundering and terror financing: Report Turkey may be "greylisted" by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) due to its alleged failure to fight terrorist financing and money laundering. Planned fossil fuel production 'dangerously out of sync' with needed emissions cuts: UN According to a report by the UN Environment Program, nations plan to produce double the amount of coal, oil, and gas consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. Afghanistan: Russia calls for humanitarian aid as it hosts Taliban Russia has called for humanitarian support to Afghanistan as it hosted the Taliban for an international conference. WATCH: Mount Aso Volcano erupts in Japan; dramatic explosion sends ash 11,500 feet into the air Japan's Mount Aso volcano erupted spewing ash thousands of meters into the sky. There were no injuries reported as a result of the eruption. However, the Japan Meteorological Agency has raised the alert level for the volcano to three on a scale of five. Texas abortion law 'perpetuates the ongoing irreparable harm', US Justice dept asks SC to strike it down In the ongoing fight over reproductive rights in the United States, now President Joe Biden's administration has asked the US Supreme Court to strike down a Texas abortion law. Afghanistan: Two people injured in explosion in Kabul's Dehmazang locality Afghanistan's Ministry of Interior reported that at least two persons were injured in a bomb assault in Kabul. Qari Saeed Khosty, a spokesperson for the Kabul Zoo, stated on Twitter that a hand grenade was thrown at Taliban security troops stationed in Dehmazang Square. Jack Ma's reported Europe trip boosts Alibaba shares Alibaba shares surged by more than six per cent as reports suggested that billionaire Jack Ma, founder of Alibaba was seen in Europe. This was taken to be an indication that worst of China's regulatory crackdown for the tech-giant may be over. Trump’s claim of executive privilege in the Jan. 6. inquiry, explained Former President Donald Trump’s power to keep information from the White House secret has become a hot topic. But how is he doing that? What exactly is executive privilege? Read to find out. President Putin won't attend COP26 climate summit at Glasgow: Kremlin Russian President Vladimir Putin will not attend the UN climate summit, COP26, which takes place in Glasgow from October 31. Queen Elizabeth cancels Northern Ireland tour as she is 'advised to rest' by doctors As soon as word emerged that the Queen would not be travelling to Northern Ireland, speculation started surfacing that she was not feeling well. Now, the palace has confirmed that, medical experts told Queen Elizabeth II to rest and take care of her health.

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Russia announced fresh talks on the crisis unfolding in Afghanistan. Moscow, Washington D.C, Beijing, and Islamabad were all set to meet but, the United States has now decided to skip it citing logistical reasons. Watch Anas Mallick giving more details on the topic.

Regional powers engage with new rulers of Afghanistan

An appeals court in Iran on Saturday upheld a one-year prison term for British-Iranian aid worker Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe as per her lawyer who was quoted by an Iranian news website. An Iranian court had sentenced Zaghari-Ratcliffe to a new term in jail in April. She faced charges of propaganda against Iran's ruling system. The new sentence came just a month after she finished a prior five-year sentence.

Israeli court upholds jail term for Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe

Russia announced fresh talks on the crisis unfolding in Afghanistan. Moscow, Washington D.C, Beijing, and Islamabad were all set to meet but the United States has now decided to skip it citing logistical reasons.

Taliban, China, Pakistan and Russia set to hold talks

North Korea launched one ballistic missile into the Sea of Japan, according to South Korean news agency Yonhap, citing the Republic of Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS).Due to logistical issues, the United States will not attend the "Troika Plus" meeting in Moscow this week, according to State Department spokesperson Ned Price.Microsoft management found emails between Gates and a midlevel female employee at the firm more than a decade ago, while Gates was still an employee at Microsoft and chairman of the board. 
 
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North Korea launched one ballistic missile into the Sea of Japan, according to South Korean news agency Yonhap, citing the Republic of Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS).

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The US has been pushing governments not to recognise the Taliban administration in the hopes of gaining influence on important issues, including women's and girls' rights.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ecuador-declares-emergency-over-drug-violence-orders-troops-onto-streets-421923">Ecuador declares emergency over drug violence, orders troops onto streets</a> 
 
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Ecuador's President Guillermo Lasso mobilises police and troops in the streets as the South American country grapples with a surge in drug-related violence.

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North Korea launched one ballistic missile into the Sea of Japan, according to South Korean news agency Yonhap, citing the Republic of Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS).

North Korea launched one ballistic missile into the Sea of Japan, according to South Korean news agency Yonhap, citing the Republic of Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS).Due to logistical issues, the United States will not attend the "Troika Plus" meeting in Moscow this week, according to State Department spokesperson Ned Price.Microsoft management found emails between Gates and a midlevel female employee at the firm more than a decade ago, while Gates was still an employee at Microsoft and chairman of the board. Click on headlines to read more North Korea fired one ballistic missile towards the sea of Japan: Reports North Korea launched one ballistic missile into the Sea of Japan, according to South Korean news agency Yonhap, citing the Republic of Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS). US will not attend Moscow talks on Afghanistan this week: Ned Price The US has been pushing governments not to recognise the Taliban administration in the hopes of gaining influence on important issues, including women's and girls' rights. Ecuador declares emergency over drug violence, orders troops onto streets Ecuador's President Guillermo Lasso mobilises police and troops in the streets as the South American country grapples with a surge in drug-related violence. Microsoft warned Bill Gates over flirtatious emails to female colleague in 2008: Report Microsoft executives in 2008 warned Bill Gates to stop sending flirtatious emails to a female employee but dropped the matter after he told them he would stop, the company revealed Monday. Watch | Gravitas: Passengers looked on as a woman was raped

Morning news brief: North Korea fires ballistic missile, Moscow talks and more

Following the horrific violence that took place during Durga Puja in Bangladesh, the country's police have arrested 450 people for attacking Hindus, in a communal incident that involved alleged&nbsp;blasphemous behaviour towards the Islamic holy book of Quran. Meanwhile, the Polish Prime Minister&nbsp;Mateusz Morawiecki has accused European Union of "blackmail". This comes amid a spat involving the country and the EU, over&nbsp;Poland's rejection of parts of the Union's law. In other news, China has come up with another bizarre law that would punish guardians/parents for the behaviour of children under their care.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/bangladesh-violence-police-arrests-hundreds-for-violence-against-hindus-422045">Bangladesh violence: Police arrests hundreds for violence against Hindus</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/10/19/217104-untitled-design-9.jpg" />Bangladesh police arrests 450 people for attacking&nbsp;Hindus in one of the worst episodes of communal unrest in over a decade.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pak-claims-indias-submarine-entered-its-waters-indian-sources-call-it-fake-422069">Pak claims India's submarine entered its waters; Indian sources call it fake</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/10/19/217128-crop2.JPG" />Pakistan's&nbsp;ISPR&nbsp;claims that last Saturday, it detected an Indian naval submarine and blocked it from entering the country's waters. However, Indian sources have dismissed it as usual Pakistan propaganda.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-poland-spat-polish-pm-accuses-eu-of-blackmail-422078">EU-Poland spat: Polish PM accuses EU of 'blackmail'</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/10/19/217127-untitled-design-10.jpg" />During a public clash with EU chief&nbsp;Ursula von der Leyen,&nbsp;over Poland's rejection of parts of EU law, Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki accused the EU of "blackmail".&nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/man-charged-after-allegedly-raping-woman-on-philadelphia-train-422054">Man charged after allegedly raping woman on Philadelphia train</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/10/18/216977-train1.jpg" />In response to reports that a man raped a woman on a train in Philadelphia as commuters failed to intervene, the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) said it was a "horrendous criminal act" which could have been stopped "if a rider called 911".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/london-school-adds-white-privilege-course-will-discuss-meghan-markle-james-bond-422079">London school adds 'white privilege' course, will discuss Meghan Markle, James Bond</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2018/10/31/73931-new-17.jpg" />In an apparent move to sensitise students about a social issue that creates tension in western societies, a London school has introduced a module on 'white privilege' to the classroom curriculum.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-missile-launch-us-issues-warning-china-calls-for-restraint-422064">North Korea missile launch: US issues warning, China calls for restraint</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/27/200152-untitled-design-2021-06-27t215041472.jpg" />Several countries in the region and the United States reacted harshly to North Korea's missile launch on Tuesday (October 19). Condemning North Korea, the UN called on it to "refrain from any further destabilizing acts."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/no-excessive-make-up-restricted-dressing-saudi-arabias-dress-code-for-formula-1-sparks-controversy-422060">No excessive make-up, restricted dressing: Saudi Arabia's dress code for Formula 1 sparks controversy</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/10/19/217116-saudi-arabia-gp-dress-code.png" />Saudi Arabia's first-ever Formula One event will be held on December 5 at the Jeddah Street Circuit. In preparation for the mega event, Saudi Arabia has released a set of strict rules and a controversial dress code that includes guidelines that say women cannot wear clothes that rest above their knee and&nbsp;advise them&nbsp;to ensure their shoulder and legs above the knee are not visible.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-tested-nurses-during-simulated-night-landing-exercise-report-422023">China tested nurses during simulated night landing exercise: Report</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/10/19/217090-a1.jpg" />In the midst of tensions with Taiwan, the People's Liberation Army reportedly trained 300 nurses for a military exercise intended to take an island. The exercise was part of a nighttime combat drill at sea with nurses as part of the medical rescue plan.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/africa-the-continent-with-low-emissions-and-high-suffering-risks-losing-rare-glaciers-to-global-warming-422039">Africa: The continent with low emissions and high suffering, risks losing rare glaciers to global warming</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/10/19/217100-untitled-design.png" />A&nbsp;new report warns that climate change will cause many of Africa's rare glaciers to disappear within the next two decades. This comes amid sweeping predictions of extreme suffering for the continent that contributes least to global warming, yet suffers the most.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-drafts-law-to-punish-parents-for-childrens-bad-behaviour-422062">China drafts law to punish parents for children's bad behaviour</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/10/19/217117-school.jpg" />The Chinese parliament will consider legislation to punish parents whose child exhibits "very bad behaviour" or commits a crime. The draft of the family education promotion law states that guardians will be punished if prosecutors find children under their care to be guilty of very bad or criminal behaviour.

Following the horrific violence that took place during Durga Puja in Bangladesh, the country's police have arrested 450 people for attacking Hindus, in a communal incident that involved alleged blasphemous behaviour towards the Islamic holy book of Quran.

Following the horrific violence that took place during Durga Puja in Bangladesh, the country's police have arrested 450 people for attacking Hindus, in a communal incident that involved alleged blasphemous behaviour towards the Islamic holy book of Quran. Meanwhile, the Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki has accused European Union of "blackmail". This comes amid a spat involving the country and the EU, over Poland's rejection of parts of the Union's law. In other news, China has come up with another bizarre law that would punish guardians/parents for the behaviour of children under their care. Click on headlines to read more Bangladesh violence: Police arrests hundreds for violence against Hindus Bangladesh police arrests 450 people for attacking Hindus in one of the worst episodes of communal unrest in over a decade. Pak claims India's submarine entered its waters; Indian sources call it fake Pakistan's ISPR claims that last Saturday, it detected an Indian naval submarine and blocked it from entering the country's waters. However, Indian sources have dismissed it as usual Pakistan propaganda. EU-Poland spat: Polish PM accuses EU of 'blackmail' During a public clash with EU chief Ursula von der Leyen, over Poland's rejection of parts of EU law, Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki accused the EU of "blackmail". Man charged after allegedly raping woman on Philadelphia train In response to reports that a man raped a woman on a train in Philadelphia as commuters failed to intervene, the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) said it was a "horrendous criminal act" which could have been stopped "if a rider called 911". London school adds 'white privilege' course, will discuss Meghan Markle, James Bond In an apparent move to sensitise students about a social issue that creates tension in western societies, a London school has introduced a module on 'white privilege' to the classroom curriculum. North Korea missile launch: US issues warning, China calls for restraint Several countries in the region and the United States reacted harshly to North Korea's missile launch on Tuesday (October 19). Condemning North Korea, the UN called on it to "refrain from any further destabilizing acts." No excessive make-up, restricted dressing: Saudi Arabia's dress code for Formula 1 sparks controversy Saudi Arabia's first-ever Formula One event will be held on December 5 at the Jeddah Street Circuit. In preparation for the mega event, Saudi Arabia has released a set of strict rules and a controversial dress code that includes guidelines that say women cannot wear clothes that rest above their knee and advise them to ensure their shoulder and legs above the knee are not visible. China tested nurses during simulated night landing exercise: Report In the midst of tensions with Taiwan, the People's Liberation Army reportedly trained 300 nurses for a military exercise intended to take an island. The exercise was part of a nighttime combat drill at sea with nurses as part of the medical rescue plan. Africa: The continent with low emissions and high suffering, risks losing rare glaciers to global warming A new report warns that climate change will cause many of Africa's rare glaciers to disappear within the next two decades. This comes amid sweeping predictions of extreme suffering for the continent that contributes least to global warming, yet suffers the most. China drafts law to punish parents for children's bad behaviour The Chinese parliament will consider legislation to punish parents whose child exhibits "very bad behaviour" or commits a crime. The draft of the family education promotion law states that guardians will be punished if prosecutors find children under their care to be guilty of very bad or criminal behaviour.

Top 10 world news: Poland accuses EU of blackmail, Bangladesh arrests 450 over Durga puja violence & more

Despite mass vaccination program against covid 19, the infection rate remains stubbornly high. Contrasting sharply with its European neighbors.

United Kingdom: Covid infection rates remain stubbornly high

In a tit-for-tat move, Russia has announced the suspension of the NATO liaison mission. The announcement comes after NATO expelled eight members of the Russian mission to the military alliance for alleged spying.

Russia has announced the suspension of the NATO liaison mission

Former US President Donald Trump has yet again escalated efforts to stonewall investigators looking into the deadly January 6th Capitol Hill riots. This time Donald Trump has sued the Congress and National Archives.

United States: Donald Trump sued Congress and National Archives

Ecuador's President Guillermo Lasso on Monday declared a state of emergency in the country grappling with a surge in drug-related violence, and ordered the mobilization of armed forces in the streets.

Ecuador grapples with rise in drug-related violence

With the global temperature rising Russia stands to pay a higher cost than most other nations, and the telltale signs are all too visible now.

15 million homes in Russia at risk due to ice melt

Bangladesh State Minister for Information Murad Hassan has stated that Bangladesh is a secular country that would revert to the 1972 constitution proposed by the Father of the Nation, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.Terrorists gunned down two Bihar labourers on Sunday, bringing the total number of civilians murdered in targeted killings in Jammu and Kashmir this month to 11.Officials reported Sunday that at least 25 people were killed in landslides and floods caused by torrential rains in the Indian State of Kerala.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/islam-is-not-our-state-religion-will-revert-to-1972-constitution-bangladesh-minister-after-attack-on-hindus-421645">Islam is not our state religion, will revert to 1972 constitution: Bangladesh Minister after attack on Hindus</a> 
 
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Bangladesh State Minister for Information Murad Hassan has stated that Bangladesh is a secular country that would revert to the 1972 constitution proposed by the Father of the Nation, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-expects-hezbollah-to-fire-2000-rockets-a-day-in-wartime-idf-421642">Israel expects Hezbollah to fire 2,000 rockets a day in wartime: IDF</a> 
 
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Israel does not want war with Lebanon's Hezbollah but is prepared to face about 2,000 rockets a day from the armed group if conflict breaks out, a senior Israeli military official said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/11-civilians-killed-in-october-alone-in-terrorist-attacks-in-jk-421659">11 civilians killed in October alone in terrorist attacks in J&amp;K</a> 
 
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Terrorists gunned down two Bihar labourers on Sunday, bringing the total number of civilians murdered in targeted killings in Jammu and Kashmir this month to 11.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/at-least-25-dead-after-heavy-rains-spark-landslides-in-indian-state-of-kerala-421650">At least 25 dead after heavy rains spark landslides in Indian state of Kerala</a> 
 
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Officials reported Sunday that at least 25 people were killed in landslides and floods caused by torrential rains in the Indian State of Kerala, as rescuers combed through muddy rubble for survivors and the military airlifted in essential supplies. 
 
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Bangladesh State Minister for Information Murad Hassan has stated that Bangladesh is a secular country that would revert to the 1972 constitution proposed by the Father of the Nation, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.

Bangladesh State Minister for Information Murad Hassan has stated that Bangladesh is a secular country that would revert to the 1972 constitution proposed by the Father of the Nation, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.Terrorists gunned down two Bihar labourers on Sunday, bringing the total number of civilians murdered in targeted killings in Jammu and Kashmir this month to 11.Officials reported Sunday that at least 25 people were killed in landslides and floods caused by torrential rains in the Indian State of Kerala. Click on headlines to read more Islam is not our state religion, will revert to 1972 constitution: Bangladesh Minister after attack on Hindus Bangladesh State Minister for Information Murad Hassan has stated that Bangladesh is a secular country that would revert to the 1972 constitution proposed by the Father of the Nation, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. Israel expects Hezbollah to fire 2,000 rockets a day in wartime: IDF Israel does not want war with Lebanon's Hezbollah but is prepared to face about 2,000 rockets a day from the armed group if conflict breaks out, a senior Israeli military official said. 11 civilians killed in October alone in terrorist attacks in J&K Terrorists gunned down two Bihar labourers on Sunday, bringing the total number of civilians murdered in targeted killings in Jammu and Kashmir this month to 11. At least 25 dead after heavy rains spark landslides in Indian state of Kerala Officials reported Sunday that at least 25 people were killed in landslides and floods caused by torrential rains in the Indian State of Kerala, as rescuers combed through muddy rubble for survivors and the military airlifted in essential supplies. Watch | Haiti's criminal gang kidnaps American and Canadian missionary group

Morning news brief: Bangladesh riots, J&K civilian killings and more

According to China's state-run Global Times, the country's capital witnessed freezing temperature on Sunday amid a&nbsp;cold wave&nbsp;which was earlier than expected. Also,&nbsp;Pedro Sanchez, Spain's leftist prime minister, promised to eradicate prostitution in the country, saying the practice enslaves women.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-reason-to-pretend-russia-shuts-nato-missions-amid-spying-row-421831">'No reason to pretend': Russia shuts NATO missions amid spying row</a>

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Russia on Monday decided to close&nbsp;NATO's offices in Moscow after the European military alliance had expelled members of Moscow's delegation for alleged&nbsp;spying.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cold-wave-hits-beijing-earlier-than-expected-amid-power-shortage-in-china-421822">Cold wave hits Beijing earlier than expected amid power shortage in China</a>

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According to China's state-run Global Times, the country's capital witnessed freezing temperature on Sunday amid a&nbsp;cold wave&nbsp;which was earlier than expected.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spanish-pm-sanchez-vows-to-abolish-prostitution-says-the-practice-enslaves-women-421787">Spanish PM Sanchez vows to 'abolish' prostitution, says the practice 'enslaves' women</a>

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Pedro Sanchez, Spain's leftist prime minister, promised to eradicate prostitution in the country, saying the practice enslaves women.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/durian-fruit-triggers-gas-leak-alert-in-canberra-421755">Durian fruit triggers 'gas leak' alert in Canberra</a>

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Earlier this week in Canberra, a team of firefighters responded to reports of a gas leak in a store, just to discover that the smell was caused by the pungent odour of a fruit inside the building.

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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were spotted together at the event as they walked the ‘green carpet’. Keeping up to the theme of sustainability at the awards night,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/kate-middleton">Kate Middleton</a>&nbsp;re-wore her stunning 2011 Alexander McQueen look, a silver-white Grecian-style gown with a gold belt to cinch the waist

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-expects-more-info-as-it-weighs-approving-indias-covaxin-421846">WHO expects more info as it weighs approving India's Covaxin</a>

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The World Health Organization on Monday said that it expects Bharat Biotech to provide more information on its COVID-19 vaccine.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/exclusive-indias-eam-jaishankar-speaks-to-wion-on-india-israel-ties-421823">Exclusive: India's EAM Jaishankar speaks to WION on India-Israel ties</a>

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At the Kadavumbagam synagogue at the Israel's museum, speaking exclusively to WION, Dr Jaishankar talked about the ties shared by the two countries, their people and what the diplomatic ties in the next thirty years are expected to look like.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/colin-powell-dies-at-84-due-to-covid-19-complications-421812">Colin Powell dies at 84 due to COVID-19 complications</a>

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The first Black US secretary of state, Colin Powell, has died from complications due to COVID-19, his family said on Facebook. He was 84.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/exclusive-india-shouldnt-back-gangster-lukashenko-says-belarus-oppn-leader-sviatlana-tsikhanouskaya-421777">Exclusive: India shouldn't back ‘gangster’ Lukashenko, says Belarus oppn leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya&nbsp;</a>

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Belarus opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya has urged India not to support strongman President Alexander Lukashenko, calling him a ‘gangster’, in an exclusive interview to WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cop26-sponsors-deem-the-climate-summit-as-mismanaged-and-very-last-minute-421757">COP26: Sponsors deem the climate summit as ‘mismanaged’ and 'very last minute'</a>

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Companies that spent millions of pounds to sponsor the Cop26 climate summit have condemned it as “mismanaged” and “very last minute."

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According to China's state-run Global Times, the country's capital witnessed freezing temperature on Sunday amid a cold wave which was earlier than expected. Also, Pedro Sanchez, Spain's leftist prime minister, promised to eradicate prostitution in the country, saying the practice enslaves women.

According to China's state-run Global Times, the country's capital witnessed freezing temperature on Sunday amid a cold wave which was earlier than expected. Also, Pedro Sanchez, Spain's leftist prime minister, promised to eradicate prostitution in the country, saying the practice enslaves women. Click on headlines to read more 'No reason to pretend': Russia shuts NATO missions amid spying row Russia on Monday decided to close NATO's offices in Moscow after the European military alliance had expelled members of Moscow's delegation for alleged spying. Cold wave hits Beijing earlier than expected amid power shortage in China According to China's state-run Global Times, the country's capital witnessed freezing temperature on Sunday amid a cold wave which was earlier than expected. Spanish PM Sanchez vows to 'abolish' prostitution, says the practice 'enslaves' women Pedro Sanchez, Spain's leftist prime minister, promised to eradicate prostitution in the country, saying the practice enslaves women. Durian fruit triggers 'gas leak' alert in Canberra Earlier this week in Canberra, a team of firefighters responded to reports of a gas leak in a store, just to discover that the smell was caused by the pungent odour of a fruit inside the building. Kate Middleton champions sustainability as she wears 2011 gown again The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were spotted together at the event as they walked the ‘green carpet’. Keeping up to the theme of sustainability at the awards night, Kate Middleton re-wore her stunning 2011 Alexander McQueen look, a silver-white Grecian-style gown with a gold belt to cinch the waist WHO expects more info as it weighs approving India's Covaxin The World Health Organization on Monday said that it expects Bharat Biotech to provide more information on its COVID-19 vaccine. Exclusive: India's EAM Jaishankar speaks to WION on India-Israel ties At the Kadavumbagam synagogue at the Israel's museum, speaking exclusively to WION, Dr Jaishankar talked about the ties shared by the two countries, their people and what the diplomatic ties in the next thirty years are expected to look like. Colin Powell dies at 84 due to COVID-19 complications The first Black US secretary of state, Colin Powell, has died from complications due to COVID-19, his family said on Facebook. He was 84. Exclusive: India shouldn't back ‘gangster’ Lukashenko, says Belarus oppn leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya Belarus opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya has urged India not to support strongman President Alexander Lukashenko, calling him a ‘gangster’, in an exclusive interview to WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma. COP26: Sponsors deem the climate summit as ‘mismanaged’ and 'very last minute' Companies that spent millions of pounds to sponsor the Cop26 climate summit have condemned it as “mismanaged” and “very last minute."

Top 10 world news: Russia shuts NATO missions, Colin Powell dies at 84, and more

One of Haiti's criminal gangs has kidnapped an American and Canadian missionary group. The group includes one Canadian and 16 U.S. citizens including five men, seven women and five children.

Haiti's criminal gang kidnaps American and Canadian missionary group

President Joe Biden credited law enforcement agencies for upholding the US political system during the January 6th riot at the capitol, called for more resources to be allocated to law enforcement officers.

US: President Joe Biden speaks to hundreds of uniformed officers

We bring you the biggest stories of the day so far. From&nbsp;PML-N leader Maryam Nawaz looking for nation's support to oust PM Imran Khan to&nbsp;China surprising US officials&nbsp;with new hypersonic missile test in August,&nbsp;we have it all.

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PML-N Vice-President Maryam Nawaz looked to get support of the citizens of Pakistan to oust Prime Minister Imran Khan. The leader addressed a Pakistan Democratic Movement's (PDM) rally in Faisalabad. She slammed the prime minister over the power crisis and petrol price rise.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/with-new-hypersonic-missile-test-in-august-china-surprised-us-officials-421414">With new hypersonic missile test in August, China surprised US officials</a>

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US intelligence officials were caught by surprise after China tested new space capability with a hypersonic missile in August.&nbsp;Beijing&nbsp;launched a nuclear-capable hypersonic missile that circled the Earth at low orbit before descending towards its target, a report said.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iranian-court-upholds-jail-term-for-nazanin-zaghari-ratcliffe-says-lawyer-421401">Iranian court upholds jail term for Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, says lawyer</a>

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An appeals court in Iran on Saturday upheld one-year prison term for British-Iranian aid worker Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe as per her lawyer who was quoted by an Iranian news website.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-more-spells-wizard-of-new-zealand-asked-to-leave-post-421398">No more spells? Wizard of New Zealand asked to leave post</a>

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New Zealand’s famous wizard is about to quit from his position and responsibilities of ‘wizard-ery’ as the officials have asked him to leave.

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We bring you the biggest stories of the day so far. From PML-N leader Maryam Nawaz looking for nation's support to oust PM Imran Khan to China surprising US officials with new hypersonic missile test in August, we have it all.

We bring you the biggest stories of the day so far. From PML-N leader Maryam Nawaz looking for nation's support to oust PM Imran Khan to China surprising US officials with new hypersonic missile test in August, we have it all. Please click on the headline to read the full story. PML-N leader Maryam Nawaz looks for nation's support to oust PM Imran Khan PML-N Vice-President Maryam Nawaz looked to get support of the citizens of Pakistan to oust Prime Minister Imran Khan. The leader addressed a Pakistan Democratic Movement's (PDM) rally in Faisalabad. She slammed the prime minister over the power crisis and petrol price rise. With new hypersonic missile test in August, China surprised US officials US intelligence officials were caught by surprise after China tested new space capability with a hypersonic missile in August. Beijing launched a nuclear-capable hypersonic missile that circled the Earth at low orbit before descending towards its target, a report said. Iranian court upholds jail term for Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, says lawyer An appeals court in Iran on Saturday upheld one-year prison term for British-Iranian aid worker Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe as per her lawyer who was quoted by an Iranian news website. No more spells? Wizard of New Zealand asked to leave post New Zealand’s famous wizard is about to quit from his position and responsibilities of ‘wizard-ery’ as the officials have asked him to leave. Watch: Two non-local civilians killed in Jammu and Kashmir today ×

Morning news brief: Maryam looks to oust PM, China surprised US after missile test and more

The city of Cordoba in southern Spain is renowned for its historic sites. But each year around this season, it also hosts a flower show where the best floral designers from around the world, battle it out for the ultimate prize for floral designs. Our next report with more details.

Spain hosts flower show in Cordoba

Turkey's President&nbsp;Erdogan&nbsp;said talks were underway with the US to buy F-16 fighter jets after the US government had disallowed the sale of F-35 fighter jets&nbsp;over Turkey's purchase of Russian S-400 missile defence systems. Also,&nbsp;US transportation secretary Pete Buttigieg, who has been on paternity leave since mid-August with newborn twins, termed right-wing attacks on his paternity leave “strange” as he said that they come from “a side of the aisle that used to claim the mantle of being pro-family”.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/erdogan-in-talks-with-us-to-buy-f-16-fighter-jets-after-row-over-f-35-deal-421550">Erdogan in talks with US to buy F-16 fighter jets after row over F-35 deal</a>

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Turkey's President&nbsp;Erdogan&nbsp;said talks were underway with the US to buy F-16 fighter jets after the US government had disallowed the sale of F-35 fighter jets&nbsp;over Turkey's purchase of Russian S-400 missile defence systems.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ransomware-attackers-targeted-water-treatment-plants-us-security-agencies-421537">Ransomware attackers targeted water treatment plants: US security agencies</a>

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After reports said a water treatment facility in Florida was targeted by&nbsp;ransomware&nbsp;earlier this year, US agencies reported wastewater&nbsp;plants were also targeted in California, Maine and Nevada this year.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/almost-two-thirds-of-new-york-state-is-fully-vaccinated-reveals-cdc-data-421489">Almost two-thirds of New York state is fully vaccinated, reveals CDC data</a>

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As per the data by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, almost two-thirds of New York state is fully vaccinated. The data reveals that 65.3 per cent of the total population is fully vaccinated, this accounts for 12.7 million residents.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/five-hours-of-physical-activity-per-week-helps-in-preventing-cancer-study-421551">Five hours of physical activity per week helps in preventing cancer: Study</a>

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If Americans meet five hours per week of moderate-intensity recommended physical activity guidelines, then more than 46,000 cancer cases annually in the United States could be prevented.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-canada-colluded-to-provoke-trouble-says-china-after-warships-sail-through-taiwan-strait-421574">US, Canada colluded to provoke trouble, says China after warships sail through Taiwan Strait</a>

<img alt="After US destroyer USS Dewey along with the Canadian frigate HMCS Winnipeg sailed through the Taiwan Strait, the Chinese military condemned the move on Sunday." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="fd65bb00-f732-41c9-a0ea-2529c9e8a0f1" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Untitled%20design%20%281%29_212.jpg" />

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After US destroyer USS Dewey along with the Canadian frigate HMCS Winnipeg sailed through the Taiwan Strait, the&nbsp;Chinese military&nbsp;condemned the move on Sunday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bakery-in-uk-stops-producing-its-bestselling-biscuit-heres-why-421501">Bakery in UK stops producing its bestselling biscuit, here’s why</a>

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A bakery in Leeds named 'Get Baked' had to stop producing its bestselling biscuit after officials found that the treats were being topped with illegal sprinkles.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/strange-pete-buttigieg-reacts-to-criticism-over-his-paternity-leave-421566">'Strange': Pete Buttigieg reacts to criticism over his paternity leave</a>

<img alt="US transportation secretary Pete Buttigieg, who has been on paternity leave since mid-August with newborn twins, termed right-wing attacks on his paternity leave “strange” as he said that they come from “a side of the aisle that used to claim the mantle of being pro-family”." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="c9166e7c-7606-47c2-b895-e60dc0d91e92" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Untitled%20design%20%288%29_66.jpg" />

US transportation secretary Pete Buttigieg, who has been on paternity leave since mid-August with newborn twins, termed right-wing attacks on his paternity leave “strange” as he said that they come from “a side of the aisle that used to claim the mantle of being pro-family”.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pandemic-game-changer-a-new-drug-to-treat-covid-19-molnupiravir-421522">Pandemic game-changer: A new drug to treat COVID-19 - Molnupiravir</a>

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Countries all across the Asia-Pacific region are rushing to place orders for the latest weapon which can help in battling the deadly coronavirus, an antiviral pill that has not been authorised for use yet.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/lab-grown-coffee-in-the-making-may-get-approval-in-four-years-421503">Lab-grown coffee in the making; may get approval in four years</a>

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Lab-grown coffee is being produced from cell cultures rather than coffee beans.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-australian-cops-check-mans-beverage-to-verify-excuse-for-not-wearing-mask-enrage-netizens-421483">Watch: Australian cops check man’s beverage to verify excuse for not wearing mask, enrage netizens</a>

<img alt="In what can be called an outrage against harsh COVID-19 policies in Australia, social media seems to be abuzz with several comments, reposts, etc after a video went viral, where Melbourne police can be seen checking a man’s coffee cup to see if it was empty or not to verify his excuse for not wearing a mask. " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="cb9f0d01-87b8-4bba-9810-a47f51841963" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Untitled%20design%20%2810%29_47.jpg" />

In what can be called an outrage against harsh COVID-19 policies in Australia, social media seems to be abuzz with several comments, reposts, etc after a video went viral, where Melbourne police can be seen checking a man’s coffee cup to see if it was empty or not to verify his excuse for not wearing a mask. &nbsp;

Turkey's President Erdogan said talks were underway with the US to buy F-16 fighter jets after the US government had disallowed the sale of F-35 fighter jets over Turkey's purchase of Russian S-400 missile defence systems.

Turkey's President Erdogan said talks were underway with the US to buy F-16 fighter jets after the US government had disallowed the sale of F-35 fighter jets over Turkey's purchase of Russian S-400 missile defence systems. Also, US transportation secretary Pete Buttigieg, who has been on paternity leave since mid-August with newborn twins, termed right-wing attacks on his paternity leave “strange” as he said that they come from “a side of the aisle that used to claim the mantle of being pro-family”. Click on headlines to read more Erdogan in talks with US to buy F-16 fighter jets after row over F-35 deal Turkey's President Erdogan said talks were underway with the US to buy F-16 fighter jets after the US government had disallowed the sale of F-35 fighter jets over Turkey's purchase of Russian S-400 missile defence systems. Ransomware attackers targeted water treatment plants: US security agencies After reports said a water treatment facility in Florida was targeted by ransomware earlier this year, US agencies reported wastewater plants were also targeted in California, Maine and Nevada this year. Almost two-thirds of New York state is fully vaccinated, reveals CDC data As per the data by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, almost two-thirds of New York state is fully vaccinated. The data reveals that 65.3 per cent of the total population is fully vaccinated, this accounts for 12.7 million residents. Five hours of physical activity per week helps in preventing cancer: Study If Americans meet five hours per week of moderate-intensity recommended physical activity guidelines, then more than 46,000 cancer cases annually in the United States could be prevented. US, Canada colluded to provoke trouble, says China after warships sail through Taiwan Strait After US destroyer USS Dewey along with the Canadian frigate HMCS Winnipeg sailed through the Taiwan Strait, the Chinese military condemned the move on Sunday. Bakery in UK stops producing its bestselling biscuit, here’s why A bakery in Leeds named 'Get Baked' had to stop producing its bestselling biscuit after officials found that the treats were being topped with illegal sprinkles. 'Strange': Pete Buttigieg reacts to criticism over his paternity leave US transportation secretary Pete Buttigieg, who has been on paternity leave since mid-August with newborn twins, termed right-wing attacks on his paternity leave “strange” as he said that they come from “a side of the aisle that used to claim the mantle of being pro-family”. Pandemic game-changer: A new drug to treat COVID-19 - Molnupiravir Countries all across the Asia-Pacific region are rushing to place orders for the latest weapon which can help in battling the deadly coronavirus, an antiviral pill that has not been authorised for use yet. Lab-grown coffee in the making; may get approval in four years Lab-grown coffee is being produced from cell cultures rather than coffee beans. Watch: Australian cops check man’s beverage to verify excuse for not wearing mask, enrage netizens In what can be called an outrage against harsh COVID-19 policies in Australia, social media seems to be abuzz with several comments, reposts, etc after a video went viral, where Melbourne police can be seen checking a man’s coffee cup to see if it was empty or not to verify his excuse for not wearing a mask.

Top 10 world news: China slams US and Canada, a pandemic game-changer, and more

Hungary's last Roma fortune-teller fears his culture and traditions could disappear before his eyes. Most traditional Roma occupations are very much on the wane. Many in Hungary face racism, segregation, social exclusion and poverty. Here's a report.

Hungary's last Roma fortune-teller fears his culture could disappear

Artificial intelligence is a thriving field of emerging technologies that in a nutshell allows computers to think, understand and act. 'AI' systems can achieve a variety of feats. Such as problem-solving, comprehension, movement, making predictions and classifications. In the coming decade, 'AI' is expected to change the way we live, but can it produce good music? Find out in our next report.

Can artificial intelligence systems produce good music?

The uprooted leaders from Afghanistan have resumed their efforts to establish an Afghan government in exile, this is after their first attempt last month failed to produce the results. Now, plans are again underway for the formation of an Afghan government in exile.

Uprooted leaders from Afghanistan resume efforts to establish an Afghan government in exile

On Thursday long time critic and US Senator Elizabeth Warren called for breaking up Amazon, saying the trillion-dollar firm is too powerful to contain.

US lawmakers accuse Amazon of manipulation, wrongdoing

According to the United Nations, more than 465,000 children under five are malnourished and it is the same story for over 93,000 pregnant and breastfeeding women. This is the second consecutive season in northern Kenya, a semi-arid part of the country in which there was not enough rainfall. Unlike the more fertile and greener south.

More than 465,000 children under five malnourished in North Kenya

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