Here is WION's Daily Morning News Brief with what’s happening around the world today.

Haiti police executed four "mercenaries" they alleged were behind President Jovenel Moise's assassination on Wednesday, and put two more in&nbsp;jail. US diplomats and troops in Iraq and Syria were targeted in three rocket and drone attacks in the past 24 hours.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/haiti-president-assassination-four-mercenaries-killed-two-arrested-by-police-396635">Haiti president assassination: Four 'mercenaries' killed, two arrested by police</a> 
 
<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/08/201487-untitled-design.jpg" />Unidentified gunmen attacked the private residence of President Moïse overnight and shot him dead.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/series-of-attacks-target-us-diplomats-and-troops-in-iraq-and-syria-396626">Series of attacks target US diplomats and troops in Iraq and Syria</a>

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Two people were slightly wounded in the rocket attack on the Ain al-Asad air base in western Iraq, said coalition spokesman US Army Colonel Wayne Marotto.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/dozens-of-us-states-sue-google-alleging-antitrust-violations-396621">Dozens of US states sue Google alleging antitrust violations&nbsp;</a>

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Dozens of US state attorneys general filed an antitrust lawsuit in federal court against Alphabet Inc's Google on Wednesday, according to an entry in the court docket. 
 
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Here is WION's Daily Morning News Brief with what’s happening around the world today. Haiti police executed four "mercenaries" they alleged were behind President Jovenel Moise's assassination on Wednesday, and put two more in jail.

Here is WION's Daily Morning News Brief with what’s happening around the world today. Haiti police executed four "mercenaries" they alleged were behind President Jovenel Moise's assassination on Wednesday, and put two more in jail. US diplomats and troops in Iraq and Syria were targeted in three rocket and drone attacks in the past 24 hours. Click on the headlines to read the full story: Haiti president assassination: Four 'mercenaries' killed, two arrested by police Unidentified gunmen attacked the private residence of President Moïse overnight and shot him dead. Series of attacks target US diplomats and troops in Iraq and Syria Two people were slightly wounded in the rocket attack on the Ain al-Asad air base in western Iraq, said coalition spokesman US Army Colonel Wayne Marotto. Dozens of US states sue Google alleging antitrust violations Dozens of US state attorneys general filed an antitrust lawsuit in federal court against Alphabet Inc's Google on Wednesday, according to an entry in the court docket. Watch | WION special broadcast: Against All Odds Watch | Gravitas: Jamaica demands reparations from Queen Elizabeth II

Morning News Brief: Haiti president assassination, attack on US troops and more

The Afghan defence ministry announced that the government forces have wrestled back control of&nbsp;Qala-i-Naw, the capital of&nbsp;Badghis&nbsp;from the Taliban. Ever since the start of US troop withdrawal in May, the Taliban has made great headway into Afghanistan, but this assault was the first on a provincial capital since the start of their offensive. The insurgents had seized control of key government buildings including the police headquarters. but now the city is fully (back) under the control of Afghan forces.&nbsp;

In other news, a new study conducted into the origins of the COVID-19 virus, has found that the coronavirus cases that originated in Wuhan's wet markets resemble the SARS epidemic from 17 years ago. According to scientists involved in the study,&nbsp;an animal contagious event is considered the most likely cause of the coronavirus pandemic.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/afghan-forces-retake-provincial-capital-from-taliban-396727">Afghan forces retake provincial capital from Taliban</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/06/22/145982-untitled-design-5.jpg" />Government forces have recaptured a provincial capital city from the Taliban, the Afghan defence ministry announced on Thursday.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/study-shows-covid-19-origins-reflect-initial-spread-of-sars-virus-17-years-ago-396714">Study shows COVID-19 origins reflect initial spread of SARS virus 17 years ago</a>

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A new study found the incidence of coronaviruses in the wet markets of Wuhan mirrors the outbreak of SARS, from 17 years ago.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-declares-virus-emergency-in-tokyo-ahead-of-olympics-2020-396713">Japan declares virus emergency in Tokyo ahead of Olympics 2020</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/08/201544-tokyo11.jpg" />Following an uptick in Coronavirus cases in Japan, the government imposed a state of emergency in Tokyo.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/us-mulls-visas-for-vulnerable-afghan-women-after-military-exit-396695">US mulls visas for vulnerable Afghan women after military exit</a>

<img src="https://www.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/01/193423-afghanistan.jpg" />Biden Administration is considering expediting visas for vulnerable Afghan women, including journalists, activists and political figures who are at risk of Taliban attacks.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-lawyer-rudy-giulianis-law-license-suspended-in-washington-dc-396757">Trump lawyer Rudy Giuliani's law license suspended in Washington DC</a>

<img src="https://www.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/02/11/182389-rudy-giuliani.jpg" />Rudy Giuliani, the lawyer for former US President Donald Trump, has been suspended from practising law in Washington DC&nbsp;for alleging&nbsp;election fraud on multiple instances&nbsp;on his client's behalf.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/syria-russia-iran-turkey-to-continue-cooperation-against-is-says-report-396741">Syria: Russia, Iran, Turkey to continue cooperation against IS, says report</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/08/26/156659-islamic-state.jpg" />Citing a joint statement by the nations, RIA announced that Russia, Iran, and Turkey will continue to cooperate in Syria against the Islamic State (IS) and other militants.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australias-sydney-witnesses-surge-in-covid-19-despite-lockdown-396748">Australia's Sydney witnesses surge in COVID-19 despite lockdown</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/08/201559-vi.jpg" />Health officials are concerned over the Delta variant outbreak in Sydney, Australia, which recorded the highest number of daily COVID-19 cases.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/belarus-president-lukashenko-blocks-newspaper-that-covered-protests-detains-editor-396765">Belarus President Lukashenko blocks newspaper that covered protests, detains editor</a>

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A newspaper critical of Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko's policies was blocked by the president on Thursday; the editor's wife also reported that her husband was taken away for questioning.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/rajapaksa-family-tightens-grip-on-crisis-hit-sri-lanka-396777">Rajapaksa family tightens grip on crisis-hit Sri Lanka</a>

<img src="https://www.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/08/201571-untitled-design-4.jpg" />In a move that tightens the grip of the Rajapaksa family on power as the nation confronts growing economic challenges, a brother of Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa became Sri Lanka's Finance Minister.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/millions-of-gene-data-harvested-across-world-from-womens-prenatal-tests-linked-to-chinese-military-396657">Millions of gene data harvested across world from women's prenatal tests linked to Chinese military</a>

<img src="https://www.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/08/201499-untitled-design-17.jpg" /> 
According to Reuters, China's BGI group is using millions of prenatal samples to examine the traits of population groups in sweeping research.

The Afghan defence ministry announced that the government forces have wrestled back control of Qala-i-Naw, the capital of Badghis from the Taliban. Ever since the start of US troop withdrawal in May, the Taliban has made great headway into Afghanistan, but this assault was the first on a provincial capital since the start of their offensive.

The Afghan defence ministry announced that the government forces have wrestled back control of Qala-i-Naw, the capital of Badghis from the Taliban. Ever since the start of US troop withdrawal in May, the Taliban has made great headway into Afghanistan, but this assault was the first on a provincial capital since the start of their offensive. The insurgents had seized control of key government buildings including the police headquarters. but now the city is fully (back) under the control of Afghan forces. In other news, a new study conducted into the origins of the COVID-19 virus, has found that the coronavirus cases that originated in Wuhan's wet markets resemble the SARS epidemic from 17 years ago. According to scientists involved in the study, an animal contagious event is considered the most likely cause of the coronavirus pandemic. Click on headlines to read more Afghan forces retake provincial capital from Taliban Government forces have recaptured a provincial capital city from the Taliban, the Afghan defence ministry announced on Thursday. Study shows COVID-19 origins reflect initial spread of SARS virus 17 years ago A new study found the incidence of coronaviruses in the wet markets of Wuhan mirrors the outbreak of SARS, from 17 years ago. Japan declares virus emergency in Tokyo ahead of Olympics 2020 Following an uptick in Coronavirus cases in Japan, the government imposed a state of emergency in Tokyo. US mulls visas for vulnerable Afghan women after military exit Biden Administration is considering expediting visas for vulnerable Afghan women, including journalists, activists and political figures who are at risk of Taliban attacks. Trump lawyer Rudy Giuliani's law license suspended in Washington DC Rudy Giuliani, the lawyer for former US President Donald Trump, has been suspended from practising law in Washington DC for alleging election fraud on multiple instances on his client's behalf. Syria: Russia, Iran, Turkey to continue cooperation against IS, says report Citing a joint statement by the nations, RIA announced that Russia, Iran, and Turkey will continue to cooperate in Syria against the Islamic State (IS) and other militants. Australia's Sydney witnesses surge in COVID-19 despite lockdown Health officials are concerned over the Delta variant outbreak in Sydney, Australia, which recorded the highest number of daily COVID-19 cases. Belarus President Lukashenko blocks newspaper that covered protests, detains editor A newspaper critical of Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko's policies was blocked by the president on Thursday; the editor's wife also reported that her husband was taken away for questioning. Rajapaksa family tightens grip on crisis-hit Sri Lanka In a move that tightens the grip of the Rajapaksa family on power as the nation confronts growing economic challenges, a brother of Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa became Sri Lanka's Finance Minister. Millions of gene data harvested across world from women's prenatal tests linked to Chinese military According to Reuters, China's BGI group is using millions of prenatal samples to examine the traits of population groups in sweeping research.

Top 10 world news: Lukashenko blocks newspaper that covered protests, detains editor and more

Here is WION's Daily Morning News Brief&nbsp;with what’s happening around the world today.

President Joe Biden announced that his administration would send people door to door as part of a fresh effort to reach tens of millions of unvaccinated Americans. Iran has begun the process of producing enriched uranium metal, the UN atomic watchdog said.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-cant-get-complacent-biden-makes-new-push-for-vaccinations-as-delta-variant-takes-hold-396337">'We can't get complacent': Biden makes new push for vaccinations as Delta variant takes hold</a> 
 
<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/03/200866-untitled-design-2021-07-03t165329830.jpg" />The White House Covid response team is now shifting its focus to getting vaccines to family doctors who serve younger people. Biden hopes this approach of meeting people "where they are" will help adolescents ages 12 to 18 to get vaccinated when they go for back-to-school check-ups or sports physicals.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-takes-steps-to-make-enriched-uranium-metal-us-europe-powers-dismayed-396338">Iran takes steps to make enriched uranium metal; US, Europe powers dismayed</a> 
 
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Iran's steps, which were disclosed by the International Atomic Energy Agency and which Tehran said aimed to develop fuel for a research reactor, also drew criticism from the United States, which called them an 'unfortunate step backwards'

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-bollywood-legend-dilip-kumar-passes-away-at-98-396344">Bollywood legend Dilip Kumar passes away aged 98</a> 
 
<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/07/201317-untitled-design-2021-07-07t082449500.jpg" />It is the end of a glorious era. Bollywood legend Dilip Kumar is dead. The news of his demise was confirmed on Wednesday morning by Dr Jalil Parkar, the pulmonologist who was treating the actor at Mumbai's PD Hinduja Hospital. The actor was 98.&nbsp; 
 
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Here is WION's Daily Morning News Brief with what’s happening around the world today. President Joe Biden announced that his administration would send people door to door as part of a fresh effort to reach tens of millions of unvaccinated Americans.

Here is WION's Daily Morning News Brief with what’s happening around the world today. President Joe Biden announced that his administration would send people door to door as part of a fresh effort to reach tens of millions of unvaccinated Americans. Iran has begun the process of producing enriched uranium metal, the UN atomic watchdog said. Click on the headlines to read the full story: 'We can't get complacent': Biden makes new push for vaccinations as Delta variant takes hold The White House Covid response team is now shifting its focus to getting vaccines to family doctors who serve younger people. Biden hopes this approach of meeting people "where they are" will help adolescents ages 12 to 18 to get vaccinated when they go for back-to-school check-ups or sports physicals. Iran takes steps to make enriched uranium metal; US, Europe powers dismayed Iran's steps, which were disclosed by the International Atomic Energy Agency and which Tehran said aimed to develop fuel for a research reactor, also drew criticism from the United States, which called them an 'unfortunate step backwards' Bollywood legend Dilip Kumar passes away aged 98 It is the end of a glorious era. Bollywood legend Dilip Kumar is dead. The news of his demise was confirmed on Wednesday morning by Dr Jalil Parkar, the pulmonologist who was treating the actor at Mumbai's PD Hinduja Hospital. The actor was 98. Watch: Joe Biden to host Indian PM Modi & other Quad leaders this year Watch: Gravitas — The Soul Cap ban controversy

Morning News Brief: COVID-19 in US, Dilip Kumar passes away, and more

President Jovenel Moise of Haiti was assassinated by an unknown group of men, according to Haiti's interim Prime Minister Claude Joseph. In addition to the late President, First Lady Martine Moïse was also shot, but she has survived and is under medical observation. After Moise's demise, for now, Claude Joseph has taken control of the Caribbean country.

Since&nbsp;the start of the US military's&nbsp;final withdrawal of about 2,500 troops, the&nbsp;Taliban&nbsp;has made a big headway into Afghanistan, capturing areas. Recently, the Taliban launched a fresh attack against&nbsp;on&nbsp;Qala-i-Naw, the capital of Badghis.&nbsp;As fighting takes place inside the city, this is the Taliban's first assault on a provincial capital since they began their major offensive.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/haiti-president-jovenel-moise-assassinated-wife-injured-world-leaders-pay-tribute-396479">Haiti President Jovenel Moise assassinated, wife injured; World leaders pay tribute</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2019/02/15/84065-untitled-design-1.jpg" />A shocking announcement was made by the interim prime minister, Claude Joseph, announcing the death of Haiti's president Jovenel Moise.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-launches-fresh-attack-on-northwestern-afghan-province-396513">Taliban launches fresh attack on northwestern Afghan province</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/07/201422-2.jpg" />As the Taliban continued its assault with US troops leaving Afghanistan on Wednesday, it attacked Qala-i-Naw, the capital of Badghis. The militants have been gaining a foothold in the north, which was not their traditional stronghold amid fierce fighting with Afghan troops.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cdc-says-delta-variant-dominant-in-us-makes-up-more-than-half-of-covid-19-cases-396567">CDC says Delta variant dominant in US, makes up more than half of COVID-19 cases</a>

<img src="https://www.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/07/201453-untitled-design-16.jpg" />According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the highly contagious Delta variant has become the leading Coronavirus strain in the US, accounting for more than 51 per cent of all Coronavirus infections in the country.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-zealand-will-not-follow-uks-live-with-covid-policy-jacinda-ardern-396563">New Zealand will not follow UK's 'live with Covid' policy: Jacinda Ardern</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/05/193948-untitled-design-6.jpg" />Boris Johnson, the UK Prime Minister, urged people to "live with" the Coronavirus, but his New Zealand counterpart Jacinda Ardern rejected this plan.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-orders-demolition-of-palestinian-homes-in-west-bank-village-396548">Israel orders demolition of Palestinian homes in West Bank village</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/07/201443-untitled-design-14.jpg" />Israel ordered the demolition of Palestinian homes in the northern Jordan Valley, located in the occupied West Bank, 63 people were displaced from the area, which was designated as a military firing range, according to Palestinian officials.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/japan-to-impose-virus-emergency-in-tokyo-during-olympics-reports-396505">Japan to impose virus emergency in Tokyo during Olympics: Reports</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2019/11/21/117548-untitled-design-57.jpg" />According to reports, Japan plans to declare a virus state of emergency during the Olympics, meaning spectators could be barred from venues.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmar-protesters-mark-1962-rallies-against-first-junta-396454">Myanmar protesters mark 1962 rallies against first junta</a>

<img src="https://www.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/07/201387-untitled-design-8.jpg" />More than five months after the country's latest junta came to power, protesters from across Myanmar took to the streets to mark the anniversary of student protests against Myanmar's first junta in 1962.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/ghani-says-taliban-cannot-make-afghan-government-surrender-even-in-100-years-396432">Ghani says Taliban cannot make Afghan government surrender, even in 100 years</a>

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Ashraf Ghani, the Afghan president, said on Tuesday that even in 100 years, the Taliban cannot overthrow the Afghan government. According to him, the Taliban and its supporters are solely responsible for the current bloodshed and destruction in Afghanistan.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-told-chief-of-staff-hitler-did-good-things-book-396485">Trump told Chief of Staff, 'Hitler did good things': Book</a>

<img src="https://www.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/12/24/175541-donald-trumpah.jpg" />Former US President Donald Trump has again landed in controversy. According to recent revelations, Trump once told John Kelly, his then-chief of staff, that Hitler did a lot of good things.

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President Jovenel Moise of Haiti was assassinated by an unknown group of men, according to Haiti's interim Prime Minister Claude Joseph. In addition to the late President, First Lady Martine Moïse was also shot, but she has survived and is under medical observation.

President Jovenel Moise of Haiti was assassinated by an unknown group of men, according to Haiti's interim Prime Minister Claude Joseph. In addition to the late President, First Lady Martine Moïse was also shot, but she has survived and is under medical observation. After Moise's demise, for now, Claude Joseph has taken control of the Caribbean country. Since the start of the US military's final withdrawal of about 2,500 troops, the Taliban has made a big headway into Afghanistan, capturing areas. Recently, the Taliban launched a fresh attack against on Qala-i-Naw, the capital of Badghis. As fighting takes place inside the city, this is the Taliban's first assault on a provincial capital since they began their major offensive. Click on headlines to read more Haiti President Jovenel Moise assassinated, wife injured; World leaders pay tribute A shocking announcement was made by the interim prime minister, Claude Joseph, announcing the death of Haiti's president Jovenel Moise. Taliban launches fresh attack on northwestern Afghan province As the Taliban continued its assault with US troops leaving Afghanistan on Wednesday, it attacked Qala-i-Naw, the capital of Badghis. The militants have been gaining a foothold in the north, which was not their traditional stronghold amid fierce fighting with Afghan troops. CDC says Delta variant dominant in US, makes up more than half of COVID-19 cases According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the highly contagious Delta variant has become the leading Coronavirus strain in the US, accounting for more than 51 per cent of all Coronavirus infections in the country. New Zealand will not follow UK's 'live with Covid' policy: Jacinda Ardern Boris Johnson, the UK Prime Minister, urged people to "live with" the Coronavirus, but his New Zealand counterpart Jacinda Ardern rejected this plan. Israel orders demolition of Palestinian homes in West Bank village Israel ordered the demolition of Palestinian homes in the northern Jordan Valley, located in the occupied West Bank, 63 people were displaced from the area, which was designated as a military firing range, according to Palestinian officials. Japan to impose virus emergency in Tokyo during Olympics: Reports According to reports, Japan plans to declare a virus state of emergency during the Olympics, meaning spectators could be barred from venues. Myanmar protesters mark 1962 rallies against first junta More than five months after the country's latest junta came to power, protesters from across Myanmar took to the streets to mark the anniversary of student protests against Myanmar's first junta in 1962. Ghani says Taliban cannot make Afghan government surrender, even in 100 years Ashraf Ghani, the Afghan president, said on Tuesday that even in 100 years, the Taliban cannot overthrow the Afghan government. According to him, the Taliban and its supporters are solely responsible for the current bloodshed and destruction in Afghanistan. Trump told Chief of Staff, 'Hitler did good things': Book Former US President Donald Trump has again landed in controversy. According to recent revelations, Trump once told John Kelly, his then-chief of staff, that Hitler did a lot of good things. Watch: Iran takes steps to make enriched Uranium metal, decision draws criticism

Top 10 world news: Haiti President assassinated, Taliban attacks Badghis capital and more

UN has warned that North Korea's food crisis could worsen. The World body has said that North Korea could experience a 'harsh lean period' as early as next month. Watch this report to know more.

United Nations: North Korea facing harsh lean period

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is going to visit the Russian Federation from 7-9 July. During the visit, External Affairs Minister will meet his counterpart, Foreign Minister of the Russian Federation Sergey Lavrov.

Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar to visit Russian Federation

Here is WION's Daily Morning News Brief&nbsp;with what’s happening around the world today.

About 150 students are missing after armed men raided a boarding school in Nigeria's Kaduna state, a parent and an administrator said on Monday.Rescuers have removed more than 4 million pounds of concrete in the search for survivors of the Champlain Towers South condo in Surfside, Florida.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/some-150-students-missing-after-gunmen-raid-nigerian-school-report-396086">Some 150 students missing after gunmen raid Nigerian school: Report</a> 
 
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About 150 students are missing after armed men raided a boarding school in Nigeria's Kaduna state, a parent and an administrator said on Monday, and police said they were in hot pursuit alongside military personnel.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/florida-building-collapse-death-toll-rises-to-28-with-117-missing-396088">Florida building collapse: Death toll rises to 28, with 117 missing</a> 
 
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The death toll from the collapse of an oceanfront condominium complex in Surfside, Florida has now risen to 28, according to Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/globally-1500-businesses-affected-by-ransomware-attacks-using-kaseya-software-396095">Globally, 1,500 businesses affected by ransomware attacks using Kaseya software</a> 
 
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On Friday, the hacking group broke into Kaseya, an information technology firm based out of Miami. They used the firm’s access to breach some of its clients’ clients. Quickly, a chain reaction was set off which paralysed hundreds of firms worldwide. 
 
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Watch | Gravitas: Afghanistan descends into chaos

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Here is WION's Daily Morning News Brief with what’s happening around the world today. About 150 students are missing after armed men raided a boarding school in Nigeria's Kaduna state, a parent and an administrator said on Monday.

Here is WION's Daily Morning News Brief with what’s happening around the world today. About 150 students are missing after armed men raided a boarding school in Nigeria's Kaduna state, a parent and an administrator said on Monday.Rescuers have removed more than 4 million pounds of concrete in the search for survivors of the Champlain Towers South condo in Surfside, Florida. Click on the headlines to read the full story: Some 150 students missing after gunmen raid Nigerian school: Report About 150 students are missing after armed men raided a boarding school in Nigeria's Kaduna state, a parent and an administrator said on Monday, and police said they were in hot pursuit alongside military personnel. Florida building collapse: Death toll rises to 28, with 117 missing The death toll from the collapse of an oceanfront condominium complex in Surfside, Florida has now risen to 28, according to Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava. Globally, 1,500 businesses affected by ransomware attacks using Kaseya software On Friday, the hacking group broke into Kaseya, an information technology firm based out of Miami. They used the firm’s access to breach some of its clients’ clients. Quickly, a chain reaction was set off which paralysed hundreds of firms worldwide. Watch: Indonesia seeks more oxygen for COVID-19 patients amid shortage Watch | Gravitas: Karate to debut at Tokyo Olympics Watch | Gravitas: Afghanistan descends into chaos

Morning News Brief: Nigerian school kidnapping, Florida building collapse, and more

Morning news brief: In this newsletter, we bring to you the largest news stories of the morning.&nbsp;Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro announced on Sunday that the COVAX system will be given an ultimatum this week to provide the country's portion of coronavirus vaccines.&nbsp;President Joe Biden celebrated US Independence Day on Sunday with an upbeat assessment of a country he said is roaring back to post-pandemic life, even if COVID-19 has yet to be fully "vanquished."

This and more below. Click on the headline to read the full story.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/either-send-us-the-vaccines-or-give-us-our-money-back-venezuela-to-covax-395837">'Either send us the vaccines or give us our money back': Venezuela to COVAX</a>

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Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro announced on Sunday that the COVAX system will be given an ultimatum this week to provide the country's portion of coronavirus vaccines, even though all outstanding payments to the global vaccine-sharing plan have been made.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/dont-get-me-wrong-covid-19-has-not-been-vanquished-us-president-joe-biden-395818">Don't get me wrong, COVID-19 has not been vanquished: US President Joe Biden&nbsp;</a>

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President Joe Biden celebrated US Independence Day on Sunday with an upbeat assessment of a country he said is roaring back to post-pandemic life, even if COVID-19 has yet to be fully "vanquished."

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/gettr-social-media-app-created-by-a-former-trump-aide-hacked-395819">Gettr, social media app created by a former Trump aide, hacked</a>

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Several verified profile pages on Gettr, Jason Miller's new social networking platform, were reportedly hacked and defiled. Miller was once an adviser to former President Trump.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/queen-elizabeth-honours-britains-health-service-for-pandemic-work-395833">Queen Elizabeth honours Britain's health service for pandemic work</a>

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Queen Elizabeth has awarded Britain’s National Health Service (NHS) the George Cross - the highest civilian gallantry award - in recognition of 73 years of dedicated service, including during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bezos-leaves-enduring-legacy-as-he-steps-away-as-amazon-ceo-395834">Bezos leaves enduring legacy as he steps away as Amazon CEO</a>

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As he prepares to blast off into a new career stage, Jeff&nbsp;Bezos&nbsp;leaves an enduring legacy after transforming Amazon from a modest online bookseller into one of the world's most powerful corporations.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/disturbance-aimed-at-israel-will-be-met-with-harsh-response-bennett-warns-hamas-395832">Also watch |&nbsp;Disturbance aimed at Israel will be met with harsh response, Bennett warns Hamas</a>

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Morning news brief: In this newsletter, we bring to you the largest news stories of the morning. Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro announced on Sunday that the COVAX system will be given an ultimatum this week to provide the country's portion of coronavirus vaccines.

Morning news brief: In this newsletter, we bring to you the largest news stories of the morning. Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro announced on Sunday that the COVAX system will be given an ultimatum this week to provide the country's portion of coronavirus vaccines. President Joe Biden celebrated US Independence Day on Sunday with an upbeat assessment of a country he said is roaring back to post-pandemic life, even if COVID-19 has yet to be fully "vanquished." This and more below. Click on the headline to read the full story. 'Either send us the vaccines or give us our money back': Venezuela to COVAX Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro announced on Sunday that the COVAX system will be given an ultimatum this week to provide the country's portion of coronavirus vaccines, even though all outstanding payments to the global vaccine-sharing plan have been made. Don't get me wrong, COVID-19 has not been vanquished: US President Joe Biden President Joe Biden celebrated US Independence Day on Sunday with an upbeat assessment of a country he said is roaring back to post-pandemic life, even if COVID-19 has yet to be fully "vanquished." Gettr, social media app created by a former Trump aide, hacked Several verified profile pages on Gettr, Jason Miller's new social networking platform, were reportedly hacked and defiled. Miller was once an adviser to former President Trump. Queen Elizabeth honours Britain's health service for pandemic work Queen Elizabeth has awarded Britain’s National Health Service (NHS) the George Cross - the highest civilian gallantry award - in recognition of 73 years of dedicated service, including during the COVID-19 pandemic. Bezos leaves enduring legacy as he steps away as Amazon CEO As he prepares to blast off into a new career stage, Jeff Bezos leaves an enduring legacy after transforming Amazon from a modest online bookseller into one of the world's most powerful corporations. Also watch | Disturbance aimed at Israel will be met with harsh response, Bennett warns Hamas

Morning News Brief: Jeff Bezos steps down, Joe Biden on COVID-19, and more

Morning news brief: In this newsletter, we bring to you the largest news stories of the morning.&nbsp;A ransomware attack had left thousands of businesses exposed in the US yesterday and the US President Joe Biden&nbsp;has now launched an investigation into this massive hit.&nbsp;Search and rescue teams in Japan are continuously searching for missing people after a town was hit by a deadly landslide as heavy rains lashed the area.

This and more below. Click on the headline to read the full story.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/joe-biden-orders-investigation-into-ransomware-attack-that-targetted-1000-businesses-395642">Joe Biden orders investigation into ransomware attack that targetted 1,000 businesses</a>

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A ransomware attack had left thousands of businesses exposed in the US yesterday and the US President Joe Biden&nbsp;has now launched an investigation into this massive hit.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-landslide-rescue-teams-continue-searching-as-2-declared-dead-at-least-20-missing-395648">Japan landslide: Rescue teams continue searching as 2 declared dead, at least 20 missing</a>

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Search and rescue teams in Japan are continuously searching for missing people after a town was hit by a deadly landslide as heavy rains lashed the area.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-holds-rally-in-florida-questions-bidens-presidency-395643">Donald Trump holds rally in Florida; questions Biden's presidency</a>

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The former US President Donald Trump&nbsp;held a rally in Sarasota, Florida where he once again questioned the results of US election 2020.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tunisia-hopes-libya-stability-could-bring-economic-relief-395650">Tunisia hopes Libya stability could bring economic relief</a>

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After years of war in Libya, Tunisian traders celebrated the reopening of the border with their oil-rich North African neighbour as a positive sign they hoped would stimulate economic growth.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pandemic-drives-sea-freight-prices-to-record-high-395649">Pandemic drives sea freight prices to record high</a>

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Container shipping prices have reached record highs some 18 months after the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic which disrupted maritime logistics chains and drove demand sky-high.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/japan-2-dead-20-missing-in-landslide-395644">Also watch |&nbsp;Japan: 2 dead, 20 missing in landslide</a>

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Morning news brief: In this newsletter, we bring to you the largest news stories of the morning. A ransomware attack had left thousands of businesses exposed in the US yesterday and the US President Joe Biden has now launched an investigation into this massive hit.

Morning news brief: In this newsletter, we bring to you the largest news stories of the morning. A ransomware attack had left thousands of businesses exposed in the US yesterday and the US President Joe Biden has now launched an investigation into this massive hit. Search and rescue teams in Japan are continuously searching for missing people after a town was hit by a deadly landslide as heavy rains lashed the area. This and more below. Click on the headline to read the full story. Joe Biden orders investigation into ransomware attack that targetted 1,000 businesses A ransomware attack had left thousands of businesses exposed in the US yesterday and the US President Joe Biden has now launched an investigation into this massive hit. Japan landslide: Rescue teams continue searching as 2 declared dead, at least 20 missing Search and rescue teams in Japan are continuously searching for missing people after a town was hit by a deadly landslide as heavy rains lashed the area. Donald Trump holds rally in Florida; questions Biden's presidency The former US President Donald Trump held a rally in Sarasota, Florida where he once again questioned the results of US election 2020. Tunisia hopes Libya stability could bring economic relief After years of war in Libya, Tunisian traders celebrated the reopening of the border with their oil-rich North African neighbour as a positive sign they hoped would stimulate economic growth. Pandemic drives sea freight prices to record high Container shipping prices have reached record highs some 18 months after the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic which disrupted maritime logistics chains and drove demand sky-high. Also watch | Japan: 2 dead, 20 missing in landslide

Morning News Brief: Joe Biden orders investigation, Japan landslide, and more

Since&nbsp;the start of the US military's&nbsp;final withdrawal of about 2,500 troops, the&nbsp;Taliban&nbsp;has made a big headway into Afghanistan, capturing areas. Recently, after a night of fighting between Afghan Forces and them, the Taliban have taken control of&nbsp;Panjwai, a key Kandahar district. This comes just two days after two days after US and NATO forces vacated their main Bagram Air Base near Kabul.

Meanwhile, the director-general of the World Health Organization, Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has&nbsp;warned that given the urgency surrounding the Delta variant, the slow pace at which the rich nations are sharing vaccines with low-income countries is putting millions of lives at risk. He also added that world leaders must ensure that at least 10 per cent&nbsp;of people in all countries are vaccinated by September end.&nbsp;

Click on headlines to read more

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-seize-key-kandahar-district-395749">Taliban seize key Kandahar district</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/08/24/156235-taliban-1.jpg" />According to Afghan officials, the Taliban have taken control of a key Kandahar district&nbsp;a former bastion of the Taliban, after fierce nighttime fighting.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-urges-countries-to-vaccinate-more-people-as-delta-variant-now-in-98-countries-395691">WHO urges countries to vaccinate more people as Delta variant now in 98 countries</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/24/195985-oof-5.jpg" />Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, the director-general of the World Health Organization has warned that the rich nations are sharing vaccines with low-income countries too slowly to prevent the spread of the Delta variant of Covid, putting at risks millions of lives.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-experts-raise-alarm-over-soft-pedal-coverage-of-ccps-centenary-395672">US experts raise alarm over 'soft-pedal coverage' of CCP's centenary</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/03/10/186477-us-and-china.jpg" />The 'soft-pedal coverage' of the Chinese President Xi Jinping's speech at the Communist Party centenary has left US experts sounding the alarm bells. Geopolitical experts believe that commercial motive could be behind the mellow reporting of the communist nation by American media.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-19-on-run-but-delta-variant-is-of-concern-joe-biden-urges-people-to-get-vaccinated-395658">'COVID-19 on run but Delta variant is of concern': Joe Biden urges people to get vaccinated</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/07/10/149017-usa-corona-afp.jpg" />US president&nbsp;Joe Biden&nbsp;has expressed concern about the Delta variant of&nbsp;coronavirus, as the US is set to miss its target of&nbsp;vaccinating&nbsp;at least 70 per cent of the adult population by the Fourth of July.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tigray-rebels-accept-ceasefire-in-principle-395760">Tigray rebels accept ceasefire 'in principle'</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/11/04/168366-untitled-design-43.jpg" />Rebels in Ethiopia's war-torn Tigray region accepted a ceasefire "in principle", however, they have set strict conditions to formalise the ceasefire.

A Philippine<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/philippine-military-plane-carrying-92-people-crashes-40-rescued-17-dead-395665">&nbsp;military plane carrying 92 people crashes; 40 rescued, 45 dead</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/04/200925-philippine-military-plane-crash-1.jpg" />A Philippine military plane carrying at least 92&nbsp;people,&nbsp;most of the army personnel, has crashed in the southern part of the country on Sunday, the chief of the armed forces reported.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/astronauts-complete-first-spacewalk-at-chinas-new-tiangong-station-395731">Astronauts complete first spacewalk at China's new Tiangong station</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/17/198852-untitled-design-3.jpg" />Chinese astronauts have successfully performed the country's first tandem spacewalk while working for seven hours on the outside of the new Tiangong station in orbit around Earth.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/marine-le-pen-re-elected-as-head-of-french-far-right-395754">Marine Le Pen re-elected as head of French far-right</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/04/200967-marine-le-pen.jpg" />Marine Le Pen got re-elected as head of the National Rally on Sunday. The re-election took place at a party congress where she is seeking support for her 2022 presidential bid. The party has performed badly in regional polls.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explainer-why-fourth-of-july-is-a-big-thing-in-usa-395755">Explainer: Why Fourth of July is a big thing in USA</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/04/200964-untitled-design-2021-07-04t174909676.jpg" />As America celebrates the Fourth of July, or the American holiday celebrating independence, let's explore this day's significance.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-ukraines-female-soldiers-made-to-march-in-heels-395709">Watch: Ukraine's female soldiers made to march in heels</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/04/200943-ukrainian-women-troops-march-in-heels.jpg" />What was supposed to be a unique parade has left the Ukrainian authorities in the middle of a sexist controversy ahead of its 30 years of independence celebrations.

Since the start of the US military's final withdrawal of about 2,500 troops, the Taliban has made a big headway into Afghanistan, capturing areas. Recently, after a night of fighting between Afghan Forces and them, the Taliban have taken control of Panjwai, a key Kandahar district.

Since the start of the US military's final withdrawal of about 2,500 troops, the Taliban has made a big headway into Afghanistan, capturing areas. Recently, after a night of fighting between Afghan Forces and them, the Taliban have taken control of Panjwai, a key Kandahar district. This comes just two days after two days after US and NATO forces vacated their main Bagram Air Base near Kabul. Meanwhile, the director-general of the World Health Organization, Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has warned that given the urgency surrounding the Delta variant, the slow pace at which the rich nations are sharing vaccines with low-income countries is putting millions of lives at risk. He also added that world leaders must ensure that at least 10 per cent of people in all countries are vaccinated by September end. Click on headlines to read more Taliban seize key Kandahar district According to Afghan officials, the Taliban have taken control of a key Kandahar district a former bastion of the Taliban, after fierce nighttime fighting. WHO urges countries to vaccinate more people as Delta variant now in 98 countries Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, the director-general of the World Health Organization has warned that the rich nations are sharing vaccines with low-income countries too slowly to prevent the spread of the Delta variant of Covid, putting at risks millions of lives. US experts raise alarm over 'soft-pedal coverage' of CCP's centenary The 'soft-pedal coverage' of the Chinese President Xi Jinping's speech at the Communist Party centenary has left US experts sounding the alarm bells. Geopolitical experts believe that commercial motive could be behind the mellow reporting of the communist nation by American media. 'COVID-19 on run but Delta variant is of concern': Joe Biden urges people to get vaccinated US president Joe Biden has expressed concern about the Delta variant of coronavirus, as the US is set to miss its target of vaccinating at least 70 per cent of the adult population by the Fourth of July. Tigray rebels accept ceasefire 'in principle' Rebels in Ethiopia's war-torn Tigray region accepted a ceasefire "in principle", however, they have set strict conditions to formalise the ceasefire. A Philippine military plane carrying 92 people crashes; 40 rescued, 45 dead A Philippine military plane carrying at least 92 people, most of the army personnel, has crashed in the southern part of the country on Sunday, the chief of the armed forces reported. Astronauts complete first spacewalk at China's new Tiangong station Chinese astronauts have successfully performed the country's first tandem spacewalk while working for seven hours on the outside of the new Tiangong station in orbit around Earth. Marine Le Pen re-elected as head of French far-right Marine Le Pen got re-elected as head of the National Rally on Sunday. The re-election took place at a party congress where she is seeking support for her 2022 presidential bid. The party has performed badly in regional polls. Explainer: Why Fourth of July is a big thing in USA As America celebrates the Fourth of July, or the American holiday celebrating independence, let's explore this day's significance. Watch: Ukraine's female soldiers made to march in heels What was supposed to be a unique parade has left the Ukrainian authorities in the middle of a sexist controversy ahead of its 30 years of independence celebrations.

Top 10 world news: Taliban captures fifth Kandahar district, WHO says vaccine sharing speed too slow & more

Morning news brief: In this newsletter, we bring to you the largest news stories of the morning.&nbsp;The US&nbsp;Treasury said on Friday it removed sanctions on three Iranians but said this did not reflect a change in its sanctions policy toward Iran. American troops pulled out of their main military base in Afghanistan.&nbsp;Nearly 200 businesses were urged to shut down servers to avoid a ransomware attack after a computing network management tool by Kaseya came under a cyberattack.

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This and more below. Click on the headline to read the full story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-drops-sanctions-on-three-iranians-says-move-unrelated-to-nuclear-talks-395452">US drops sanctions on three Iranians, says move unrelated to nuclear talks</a>

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The US&nbsp;Treasury said on Friday it removed sanctions on three Iranians but said this did not reflect a change in its sanctions policy toward Iran and had nothing to do with talks on restoring US&nbsp;and Iranian compliance with the 2015 Iran nuclear deal.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/era-ends-uncertainty-looms-as-us-forces-quit-main-afghanistan-base-395451">Era ends, uncertainty looms as US forces quit main Afghanistan base</a>

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American troops pulled out of their main military base in Afghanistan on Friday, leaving behind a piece of the World Trade Center they buried 20 years ago in a country that could descend into civil war without them.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/cyberattack-targets-200-businesses-before-independence-day-weekend-395457">Cyberattack targets 200 businesses before Independence Day weekend</a>

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Nearly 200 businesses were urged to shut down servers to avoid a ransomware attack after a computing network management tool by Kaseya came under a cyberattack on Friday.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/arctic-sea-loses-more-ice-here-is-all-you-need-to-know-395464">Arctic sea loses more ice, here is all you need to know</a>

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Recent figures from the US space agency, NASA, suggest that the loss of the minimum Arctic sea-ice extent is in the region of 13.1% per decade, based on the 1981 to 2010 average.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/venezuelan-police-detain-head-of-human-rights-group-395462">Venezuelan police detain head of human rights group</a>

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Police arrested Javier Tarazona, director of Venezuelan human rights non-governmental group FundaRedes, two days after he held a news conference in Caracas alleging links between members of the government and illegal armed groups from Colombia.

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Morning news brief: In this newsletter, we bring to you the largest news stories of the morning. The US Treasury said on Friday it removed sanctions on three Iranians but said this did not reflect a change in its sanctions policy toward Iran.

Morning news brief: In this newsletter, we bring to you the largest news stories of the morning. The US Treasury said on Friday it removed sanctions on three Iranians but said this did not reflect a change in its sanctions policy toward Iran. American troops pulled out of their main military base in Afghanistan. Nearly 200 businesses were urged to shut down servers to avoid a ransomware attack after a computing network management tool by Kaseya came under a cyberattack. This and more below. Click on the headline to read the full story. US drops sanctions on three Iranians, says move unrelated to nuclear talks The US Treasury said on Friday it removed sanctions on three Iranians but said this did not reflect a change in its sanctions policy toward Iran and had nothing to do with talks on restoring US and Iranian compliance with the 2015 Iran nuclear deal. Era ends, uncertainty looms as US forces quit main Afghanistan base American troops pulled out of their main military base in Afghanistan on Friday, leaving behind a piece of the World Trade Center they buried 20 years ago in a country that could descend into civil war without them. Cyberattack targets 200 businesses before Independence Day weekend Nearly 200 businesses were urged to shut down servers to avoid a ransomware attack after a computing network management tool by Kaseya came under a cyberattack on Friday. Arctic sea loses more ice, here is all you need to know Recent figures from the US space agency, NASA, suggest that the loss of the minimum Arctic sea-ice extent is in the region of 13.1% per decade, based on the 1981 to 2010 average. Venezuelan police detain head of human rights group Police arrested Javier Tarazona, director of Venezuelan human rights non-governmental group FundaRedes, two days after he held a news conference in Caracas alleging links between members of the government and illegal armed groups from Colombia. Watch | Troops drawdown in Afghanistan is on track, says US President Joe Biden

Morning News Brief: US drops sanctions on three Iranians, Arctic sea loses ice, and more

Since May 1, or the start of the US military's&nbsp;final withdrawal of about 2,500 troops, Afghan forces and the Taliban have clashed fiercely across the rugged countryside as peace talks between them have faltered. After the recent&nbsp;US and NATO&nbsp;troops'&nbsp;evacuation of their main Bagram Air Base, the Afghan&nbsp;Ministry of Defence claims that in the last 24 hours, more than 300 Taliban fighters were killed in fighting with government forces. However, the Taliban has refuted these claims.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Meanwhile, following&nbsp;former US President Donald Trump's banning from social media platform&nbsp;Twitter, his team has launched a similar app GETTR. The app describes itself as a “non-bias social network for people all over the world", however, it has been flagged by&nbsp;users as a&nbsp;'Place of hate'.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/afghanistan-fighting-rages-as-us-forces-seek-exit-by-end-august-395583">Afghanistan: Fighting rages as US forces seek exit by end of August</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/01/193423-afghanistan.jpg" />Afghan officials say since the announcement of US troop withdrawal, hundreds of Taliban fighters were killed in fighting across several provinces of Afghanistan.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/place-of-hate-donald-trumps-team-launches-twitter-like-social-media-platform-gettr-395473">'Place of hate': Donald Trump's team launches Twitter-like social media platform GETTR</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/03/200822-gettr.jpg" />Keeping in mind former US president Donal Trump's love for&nbsp;the social media platform Twitter, his team has now launched a similar platform called GETTR.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/possible-in-future-to-mix-vaccine-doses-says-german-health-minister-395572">Possible in future to mix vaccine doses, says German health minister</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/17/198819-corbevax.JPG" />German Health Minister Jens Spahn told reporters on Friday that it would be possible in future to mix vaccine doses. In Spahn's opinion, it would be possible to combine the first shot of the AstraZeneca vaccine with a second shot of the mRNA vaccine like those from Pfizer or Moderna.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-planes-practise-bombing-ships-in-black-sea-395591">Russian planes practise bombing ships in Black Sea</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/03/200875-russia-3.jpg" />Russia says that its warplanes practised bombing enemy ships in the Black Sea during training exercises. There is tension between Russia and the West over NATO drills in the region and recent incidents with a British warship.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-denies-links-to-attacks-on-us-forces-in-iraq-syria-395540">Iran denies links to attacks on US forces in Iraq, Syria</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/03/200855-iran-un.jpg" />Condemning&nbsp;US&nbsp;airstrikes on Iraq,&nbsp;Iran denied&nbsp;US&nbsp;accusations that the country&nbsp;supported attacks on US&nbsp;forces in Iraq and Syria.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-urges-nations-to-build-great-wall-of-immunity-against-coronavirus-395538">China urges nations to build 'Great Wall of Immunity' against coronavirus</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2019/09/19/110497-china11main.jpg" />China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi urged the international community to build a 'Great Wall of Immunity' to battle the COVID-19 pandemic, adding that&nbsp;"We should face the imminent challenges together,".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmar-protesters-burn-junta-leaders-images-on-his-birthday-395520">Myanmar protesters burn junta leader's images on his birthday</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/03/200846-myanmar-1.jpg" />In the latest demonstrations against the coup that over five months ago that has plunged the Southeast Asian country into chaos, protesters burned mock coffins and pictures of Myanmar's army ruler Min Aung Hlaing.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/more-than-2000-flee-as-philippine-volcano-spews-toxic-gas-395524">More than 2,000 flee as Philippine volcano spews toxic gas</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/01/13/123758-untitled-design.jpg" />Philippine officials announce&nbsp;that over 2,000 people have fled from the eruption of the Taal volcano that has filled the air near the Philippine capital with toxic gas.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-poor-attitude-towards-human-rights-results-in-decline-in-popularity-in-developed-countries-study-395523">China's poor attitude towards human rights results in decline in popularity in developed countries: Study</a>

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A new study&nbsp;conducted by Pew Research Center has revealed that China’s popularity in developed countries has seen a major fall due to the way the country has been treating minority groups and the excessive restrictions on freedom and human rights.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/titus-the-t-rex-goes-on-display-in-england-395589">Titus the T-Rex goes on display in England</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/03/200874-untitled-design-2021-07-03t185234559.jpg" />The Wollaton Hall Natural History Museum will display the T-Rex's skeleton, discovered in Montana in 2018,&nbsp;as part of a new exhibition about the dinosaur's life and environment.

Since May 1, or the start of the US military's final withdrawal of about 2,500 troops, Afghan forces and the Taliban have clashed fiercely across the rugged countryside as peace talks between them have faltered.

Since May 1, or the start of the US military's final withdrawal of about 2,500 troops, Afghan forces and the Taliban have clashed fiercely across the rugged countryside as peace talks between them have faltered. After the recent US and NATO troops' evacuation of their main Bagram Air Base, the Afghan Ministry of Defence claims that in the last 24 hours, more than 300 Taliban fighters were killed in fighting with government forces. However, the Taliban has refuted these claims. Meanwhile, following former US President Donald Trump's banning from social media platform Twitter, his team has launched a similar app GETTR. The app describes itself as a “non-bias social network for people all over the world", however, it has been flagged by users as a 'Place of hate'. Click on headlines to read more Afghanistan: Fighting rages as US forces seek exit by end of August Afghan officials say since the announcement of US troop withdrawal, hundreds of Taliban fighters were killed in fighting across several provinces of Afghanistan. 'Place of hate': Donald Trump's team launches Twitter-like social media platform GETTR Keeping in mind former US president Donal Trump's love for the social media platform Twitter, his team has now launched a similar platform called GETTR. Possible in future to mix vaccine doses, says German health minister German Health Minister Jens Spahn told reporters on Friday that it would be possible in future to mix vaccine doses. In Spahn's opinion, it would be possible to combine the first shot of the AstraZeneca vaccine with a second shot of the mRNA vaccine like those from Pfizer or Moderna. Russian planes practise bombing ships in Black Sea Russia says that its warplanes practised bombing enemy ships in the Black Sea during training exercises. There is tension between Russia and the West over NATO drills in the region and recent incidents with a British warship. Iran denies links to attacks on US forces in Iraq, Syria Condemning US airstrikes on Iraq, Iran denied US accusations that the country supported attacks on US forces in Iraq and Syria. China urges nations to build 'Great Wall of Immunity' against coronavirus China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi urged the international community to build a 'Great Wall of Immunity' to battle the COVID-19 pandemic, adding that "We should face the imminent challenges together,". Myanmar protesters burn junta leader's images on his birthday In the latest demonstrations against the coup that over five months ago that has plunged the Southeast Asian country into chaos, protesters burned mock coffins and pictures of Myanmar's army ruler Min Aung Hlaing. More than 2,000 flee as Philippine volcano spews toxic gas Philippine officials announce that over 2,000 people have fled from the eruption of the Taal volcano that has filled the air near the Philippine capital with toxic gas. China's poor attitude towards human rights results in decline in popularity in developed countries: Study A new study conducted by Pew Research Center has revealed that China’s popularity in developed countries has seen a major fall due to the way the country has been treating minority groups and the excessive restrictions on freedom and human rights. Titus the T-Rex goes on display in England The Wollaton Hall Natural History Museum will display the T-Rex's skeleton, discovered in Montana in 2018, as part of a new exhibition about the dinosaur's life and environment.

Top 10 world news: Afghan govt claims 300 Taliban killed in 24 Hours, Trump's team launches GETTR to replace Twitter & more

Israel carried out airstrikes against Islamist militant sites in Gaza on Friday&nbsp;, reportedly in retaliation to&nbsp;incendiary balloon launches from the Palestinian enclave.

Meanwhile,&nbsp;Amid the growing panic over the Delta variant of coronavirus,&nbsp;USA top coronavirus expert and White House Chief Medical Adviser Dr Anthony Fauci says that vaccines that have been authorised by the US are effective against the 'variant of concern' B.1.617.2.&nbsp;

In other news, the Taliban has expressed joy over the exit of all US and NATO forces from Afghanistan's Bagram Air Base, saying that they "welcome and support" it as&nbsp;a sign of an imminent final withdrawal of foreign troops from the country.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-strikes-gaza-after-incendiary-balloon-launch-395339">Israel strikes Gaza after incendiary balloon launch</a>

 
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In retaliation to incendiary&nbsp;balloon&nbsp;launches from the Palestinian enclave Israel launches airstrikes against&nbsp;Islamist militant sites in&nbsp;Gaza.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-authorised-vaccines-protect-against-delta-variant-says-dr-fauci-395380">US-authorised vaccines protect against Delta variant, says Dr Fauci</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/04/197245-untitled-design-2021-06-04t084009719.jpg" />Repeating&nbsp;his request for everyone to get vaccinated as soon as possible,&nbsp;USA top coronavirus expert Dr Anthony Fauci says&nbsp;that US authorised vaccines are effective against the Delta variant of coronavirus.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-welcome-and-support-exit-of-foreign-forces-from-bagram-395324">Taliban 'welcome and support' exit of foreign forces from Bagram</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/02/200750-untitled-design-32.jpg" />The Taliban say that they "welcome and support" the exit of all US and NATO forces from Afghanistan's Bagram Air Base, a sign of an imminent final withdrawal of foreign troops from the country.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-adds-pakistan-turkey-to-list-of-countries-implicated-in-use-of-child-soldiers-395335">US adds Pakistan, Turkey to list of countries implicated in use of child soldiers</a>

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The United States has added Turkey and&nbsp;Pakistan&nbsp;to&nbsp;Child Soldiers Prevention Act (CSPA), a list of countries that are implicated in the use of child soldiers over the past year.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-demands-over-xinjiang-unacceptable-says-china-395373">EU demands over Xinjiang 'unacceptable', says China</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2019/11/18/117187-untitled-design-5.jpg" />

China accused the European Union of 'hypocrisy' and of setting 'unacceptable' preconditions for visiting Xinjiang region in China.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-inducts-china-made-vt-4-battle-tanks-395404">Pakistan inducts China-made VT-4 battle tanks</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/02/200788-china1.jpg" />

Pakistan has inducted VT-4 battle tanks built by China's state-owned Norinco company&nbsp;into its military.&nbsp;The tanks was earlier delivered to the&nbsp;Pakistan Army and&nbsp;have also been supplied to Thailand and Nigeria.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-calls-report-of-china-building-more-than-100-nuclear-missile-silos-concerning-395234">US calls report of China building more than 100 nuclear missile silos 'concerning'</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/02/200692-untitled-design-22.jpg" />The United States calls China's rapid build-up of its nuclear forces&nbsp;concerning and called on Beijing to engage with it "on practical measures to reduce the risks of destabilising arms races."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-holds-discussion-on-nuclear-testing-in-french-polynesia-over-declassified-report-395382">France holds discussion on nuclear testing in French Polynesia over declassified report</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/02/200776-french1.jpg" />After a declassified French defence report indicated the hidden&nbsp;impact of&nbsp;nuclear testing&nbsp;in French Polynesia between 1966-1996, the French government holds a round table meeting to discuss the issue.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hundreds-of-turtle-carcasses-wash-ashore-in-the-aftermath-of-the-sri-lankan-ship-disaster-395370">Hundreds of turtle carcasses wash ashore in the aftermath of the Sri Lankan ship disaster</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/02/200770-untitled-design-5.jpg" />Hundreds of dead turtles have washed ashore in Sri Lanka. The marine disaster has reportedly caused death&nbsp;of 176 turtles, 20 dolphins and four whales to date.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/facebook-introduces-alerts-support-option-to-combat-extremism-on-its-platform-395314">Facebook introduces alerts, support option to combat extremism on its platform</a>

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<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/04/22/192361-untitled-design-7.jpg" />

Social media giant Facebook has introduced an option of getting alerts or warnings and a support system to combat extremism on its platform.

Israel carried out airstrikes against Islamist militant sites in Gaza on Friday , reportedly in retaliation to incendiary balloon launches from the Palestinian enclave.

Israel carried out airstrikes against Islamist militant sites in Gaza on Friday , reportedly in retaliation to incendiary balloon launches from the Palestinian enclave. Meanwhile, Amid the growing panic over the Delta variant of coronavirus, USA top coronavirus expert and White House Chief Medical Adviser Dr Anthony Fauci says that vaccines that have been authorised by the US are effective against the 'variant of concern' B.1.617.2. In other news, the Taliban has expressed joy over the exit of all US and NATO forces from Afghanistan's Bagram Air Base, saying that they "welcome and support" it as a sign of an imminent final withdrawal of foreign troops from the country. Click on headlines to read more Israel strikes Gaza after incendiary balloon launch In retaliation to incendiary balloon launches from the Palestinian enclave Israel launches airstrikes against Islamist militant sites in Gaza. US-authorised vaccines protect against Delta variant, says Dr Fauci Repeating his request for everyone to get vaccinated as soon as possible, USA top coronavirus expert Dr Anthony Fauci says that US authorised vaccines are effective against the Delta variant of coronavirus. Taliban 'welcome and support' exit of foreign forces from Bagram The Taliban say that they "welcome and support" the exit of all US and NATO forces from Afghanistan's Bagram Air Base, a sign of an imminent final withdrawal of foreign troops from the country. US adds Pakistan, Turkey to list of countries implicated in use of child soldiers The United States has added Turkey and Pakistan to Child Soldiers Prevention Act (CSPA), a list of countries that are implicated in the use of child soldiers over the past year. EU demands over Xinjiang 'unacceptable', says China China accused the European Union of 'hypocrisy' and of setting 'unacceptable' preconditions for visiting Xinjiang region in China. Pakistan inducts China-made VT-4 battle tanks Pakistan has inducted VT-4 battle tanks built by China's state-owned Norinco company into its military. The tanks was earlier delivered to the Pakistan Army and have also been supplied to Thailand and Nigeria. US calls report of China building more than 100 nuclear missile silos 'concerning' The United States calls China's rapid build-up of its nuclear forces concerning and called on Beijing to engage with it "on practical measures to reduce the risks of destabilising arms races." France holds discussion on nuclear testing in French Polynesia over declassified report After a declassified French defence report indicated the hidden impact of nuclear testing in French Polynesia between 1966-1996, the French government holds a round table meeting to discuss the issue. Hundreds of turtle carcasses wash ashore in the aftermath of the Sri Lankan ship disaster Hundreds of dead turtles have washed ashore in Sri Lanka. The marine disaster has reportedly caused death of 176 turtles, 20 dolphins and four whales to date. Facebook introduces alerts, support option to combat extremism on its platform Social media giant Facebook has introduced an option of getting alerts or warnings and a support system to combat extremism on its platform.

Top 10 world news: Israel airstrikes on Gaza, Fauci says US-approved vaccines effective against Delta variant & more

Australia's Finance Minister Simon Birmingham said the country was "at the end of the line" for a Pfizer vaccine. He said Australia was facing supply challenges because "European countries and pharmaceutical companies have favored countries with high COVID rates to supply vaccines like Pfizer.

Australian Prime Minister and Finance Minister contradict on COVID-19 jab stocks

As part of NATO forces withdrawal from Afghanistan, Italy has completed its troop&nbsp;pullout from the war-torn country. A couple of days back,&nbsp;Germany had also completed its troop pullout.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Meanwhile, after the two earlier instances of unmarked mass graves being discovered in&nbsp;Canada, a third indigenous school containing 182 unmarked graves has been discovered,&nbsp;at the former St Eugene's Mission School near Cranbrook, British Columbia. Earlier, the remains of 215 children were found at the former Kamloops Indian Residential School in British Columbia and 751 more unmarked graves at another school in Marieval in Saskatchewan were discovered.

In other news, after two years of investigation by the Manhattan district attorney into alleged fraud at the&nbsp;Trump&nbsp;Organization, in a first, criminal charges will be pressed&nbsp;against former President Donald&nbsp;Trump's company and its long-serving chief financial officer, Allen Weisselberg.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/italy-completes-troop-pull-out-from-afghanistan-395032">Italy completes troop pull-out from Afghanistan</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/24/199748-taliban11.jpg" />Ending a 20 year deployment,&nbsp; as part of an accelerated withdrawal of NATO forces,&nbsp;Italy&nbsp;has completed its troop pullout from Afghanistan.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/unstoppable-182-unmarked-graves-found-at-third-canadian-school-395019">'Unstoppable': 182 unmarked graves found at third Canadian school</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/24/199805-untitled-design-20.jpg" />On the heels of two similar finds amounting to hundreds of burials, another 182 unmarked graves have been discovered at a third indigenous residential school in Canada.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-org-cfo-to-be-charged-thursday-us-media-395075">Trump Org., CFO to be charged Thursday: US media</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/04/29/193220-donald-trump.jpg" />According to a US media report, Former US President Donald&nbsp;Trump's company and its long-serving chief financial officer will be charged&nbsp;with tax-related crimes.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-cases-in-europe-up-again-after-10-weeks-of-decline-says-who-395122">Covid cases in Europe up again after 10 weeks of decline, says WHO</a>

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The World Health Organization ohas warned that over two months of declining Covid cases in Europe has come to an end, and&nbsp;a new wave would come "unless we remain disciplined."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-raises-euro-2020-monitoring-issue-amid-virus-surge-in-europe-395144">WHO raises Euro 2020 monitoring issue amid virus surge in Europe</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/01/200643-tt1.jpg" />As Europe witnesses&nbsp;a surge in coronavirus cases, the&nbsp;World Health Organization&nbsp;(WHO)&nbsp;says that with several thousand spectators attending the games, Euro 2020 football matches need to be better monitore.d

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-protester-grandma-wong-arrested-by-police-again-395142">Hong Kong protester 'Grandma Wong' arrested by police again</a>

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Alexandra Wong, a famous Hong Kong protester&nbsp;nicknamed "Grandma Wong" was arrested again by the police after she waved a Union Jack in Hong Kong on July 1, the 24th anniversary of Hong Kong's handover to China.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uks-vaccine-body-recommends-virus-booster-shots-from-september-government-set-to-decide-395165">UK's vaccine body recommends virus booster shots from September; government set to decide</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/07/01/200654-fb1.jpg" />UK's&nbsp;Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI)&nbsp;in its report has suggested that booster shots need to be administered in the country with the winter approaching.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canada-heat-wave-british-columbia-sees-195-increase-in-sudden-deaths-with-486-cases-reported-395117">Canada heat wave: British Columbia sees 195% increase in sudden deaths with 486 cases reported</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/29/200305-oof.jpg" />At least 486 sudden deaths were reported in a time span of five days during British Columbia’s catastrophic heatwave.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sustainable-development-report-ranks-australia-last-on-climate-action-395157">Sustainable development report ranks Australia last on climate action</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/26/196268-untitled-design-24.jpg" />The Sustainable Development Report by Cambridge in&nbsp;its&nbsp;global assessment on&nbsp;achieving sustainable development goals&nbsp;has ranked Australia in&nbsp;the last position for climate action among 193 countries it evaluated.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/in-pics-catastrophic-heatwave-delivers-high-temperatures-in-various-areas-395068">In Pics | Catastrophic heatwave delivers high temperatures in various areas</a>

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An intense heatwave swept across various regions. With monsoon yet to arrive, people find different ways to deal with the scorching heat.

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As part of NATO forces withdrawal from Afghanistan, Italy has completed its troop pullout from the war-torn country. A couple of days back, Germany had also completed its troop pullout.

As part of NATO forces withdrawal from Afghanistan, Italy has completed its troop pullout from the war-torn country. A couple of days back, Germany had also completed its troop pullout. Meanwhile, after the two earlier instances of unmarked mass graves being discovered in Canada, a third indigenous school containing 182 unmarked graves has been discovered, at the former St Eugene's Mission School near Cranbrook, British Columbia. Earlier, the remains of 215 children were found at the former Kamloops Indian Residential School in British Columbia and 751 more unmarked graves at another school in Marieval in Saskatchewan were discovered. In other news, after two years of investigation by the Manhattan district attorney into alleged fraud at the Trump Organization, in a first, criminal charges will be pressed against former President Donald Trump's company and its long-serving chief financial officer, Allen Weisselberg. Click on headlines to read more Italy completes troop pull-out from Afghanistan Ending a 20 year deployment, as part of an accelerated withdrawal of NATO forces, Italy has completed its troop pullout from Afghanistan. 'Unstoppable': 182 unmarked graves found at third Canadian school On the heels of two similar finds amounting to hundreds of burials, another 182 unmarked graves have been discovered at a third indigenous residential school in Canada. Trump Org., CFO to be charged Thursday: US media According to a US media report, Former US President Donald Trump's company and its long-serving chief financial officer will be charged with tax-related crimes. Covid cases in Europe up again after 10 weeks of decline, says WHO The World Health Organization ohas warned that over two months of declining Covid cases in Europe has come to an end, and a new wave would come "unless we remain disciplined." WHO raises Euro 2020 monitoring issue amid virus surge in Europe As Europe witnesses a surge in coronavirus cases, the World Health Organization (WHO) says that with several thousand spectators attending the games, Euro 2020 football matches need to be better monitore.d Hong Kong protester 'Grandma Wong' arrested by police again Alexandra Wong, a famous Hong Kong protester nicknamed "Grandma Wong" was arrested again by the police after she waved a Union Jack in Hong Kong on July 1, the 24th anniversary of Hong Kong's handover to China. UK's vaccine body recommends virus booster shots from September; government set to decide UK's Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) in its report has suggested that booster shots need to be administered in the country with the winter approaching. Canada heat wave: British Columbia sees 195% increase in sudden deaths with 486 cases reported At least 486 sudden deaths were reported in a time span of five days during British Columbia’s catastrophic heatwave. Sustainable development report ranks Australia last on climate action The Sustainable Development Report by Cambridge in its global assessment on achieving sustainable development goals has ranked Australia in the last position for climate action among 193 countries it evaluated. In Pics | Catastrophic heatwave delivers high temperatures in various areas An intense heatwave swept across various regions. With monsoon yet to arrive, people find different ways to deal with the scorching heat.

Top 10 world news: Italy completes troop withdrawal from Afghanistan, Trump Organisation to be charged

Here is WION's daily morning news brief with what’s happening around the world today. From 182 unmarked graves being found at a Canadian school to Hong Kong chief executive's claims of finally getting back to stability after 'chaos'. Read all the top stories here.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/unstoppable-182-unmarked-graves-found-at-third-canadian-school-395019">'Unstoppable': 182 unmarked graves found at third Canadian school</a>

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On the heels of two similar finds amounting to hundreds of burials, another 182 unmarked graves have been discovered at a third indigenous residential school in Canada.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-returning-to-stability-after-chaos-says-acting-chief-executive-john-lee-395021">Hong Kong returning to stability after 'chaos', says acting chief executive John Lee</a>

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Hong Kong's acting chief executive John Lee said on Thursday that the city is returning&nbsp;to order from chaos since China imposed a sweeping national security law on the global financial hub last year.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/us-court-quashes-bill-cosbys-sexual-assault-conviction-set-to-be-freed-395009">US court quashes Bill Cosby's sexual assault conviction, set to be freed</a>

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A US court overturned comedian&nbsp;Bill Cosby's&nbsp;conviction for drugging and sexually assaulting a woman 15 years ago on Wednesday, allowing his release from prison, in a blow to the #MeToo movement.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-protesters-shot-dead-in-ghana-395029">Two protesters shot dead in Ghana</a>

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Two protesters were shot dead and four were wounded in clashes with security forces in&nbsp;Ghana's southern Ashanti region, police and a health official said Wednesday.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-revives-bloc-wide-travel-with-covid-pass-but-delta-poses-threat-395034">EU revives bloc-wide travel with Covid pass but Delta poses threat</a>

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An EU-wide Covid certificate for easier travel comes into force on Thursday, just in time for Europe's busy summer vacation period, but the more infectious Delta variant is already threatening to curtail its use.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/johnson-faces-tough-questions-in-parliament-over-hancocks-covid-conduct-395035">WATCH:&nbsp;Johnson faces tough questions in parliament over Hancock's COVID conduct</a>

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Here is WION's daily morning news brief with what’s happening around the world today. From 182 unmarked graves being found at a Canadian school to Hong Kong chief executive's claims of finally getting back to stability after 'chaos'.

Here is WION's daily morning news brief with what’s happening around the world today. From 182 unmarked graves being found at a Canadian school to Hong Kong chief executive's claims of finally getting back to stability after 'chaos'. Read all the top stories here. Click on the headlines to read the full story: 'Unstoppable': 182 unmarked graves found at third Canadian school On the heels of two similar finds amounting to hundreds of burials, another 182 unmarked graves have been discovered at a third indigenous residential school in Canada. Hong Kong returning to stability after 'chaos', says acting chief executive John Lee Hong Kong's acting chief executive John Lee said on Thursday that the city is returning to order from chaos since China imposed a sweeping national security law on the global financial hub last year. US court quashes Bill Cosby's sexual assault conviction, set to be freed A US court overturned comedian Bill Cosby's conviction for drugging and sexually assaulting a woman 15 years ago on Wednesday, allowing his release from prison, in a blow to the #MeToo movement. Two protesters shot dead in Ghana Two protesters were shot dead and four were wounded in clashes with security forces in Ghana's southern Ashanti region, police and a health official said Wednesday. EU revives bloc-wide travel with Covid pass but Delta poses threat An EU-wide Covid certificate for easier travel comes into force on Thursday, just in time for Europe's busy summer vacation period, but the more infectious Delta variant is already threatening to curtail its use. WATCH: Johnson faces tough questions in parliament over Hancock's COVID conduct

Morning news brief: Graves found in Canadian school, Protestors shot dead in Ghana, and more

Saudi Arabia's crown prince Mohammed Bin Salman has announced plans to launch a second national airline. The move is part of a strategy of the country to diversify from oil by biggest Arab economy.

World Business Watch: New flag carrier by the biggest Arab economy

The COVID-19 outbreak continues to make alarming inroads in Indonesia as the country witnesses record daily case load in the recent days and according to red cross Indonesia's COVID-19 surge is on the edge of the catastrophe as most as more infections of a delta variant continue to fuel the outbreak choking the healthcare system there.

COVID-19 Update: Coronavirus cases continue to surge in Indonesia

Facebook and Google India officials testified before the parliamentary standing committee on information technology on the issue of misuse of social media platforms.

Google and Facebook summoned by Indian Government

From Thursday, Hong Kong will ban all passenger flights from the United Kingdom. This comes as authorities in Hong Kong put measures in place to cut the spread of the Delta Variant of Coronavirus.

Hong Kong to ban all passenger flights from United Kingdom

Here is WION's daily morning news brief with what’s happening around the world today.

The United States told the UNSC on Tuesday that it targeted Iran-backed militia in Syria and Iraq with airstrikes to deter the militants and Tehran from conducting or supporting further attacks on US personnel or facilities.At least 69 people have died in the Vancouver area of Canada as a result of a record-breaking heat wave.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-tells-un-weekend-airstrikes-were-aimed-at-deterring-iran-394796">US tells UN weekend airstrikes were aimed at deterring Iran</a> 
 
<img src="http://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2018/09/11/20956-qayyarah_oil_field_fires-20170407025755-20170407114959.jpg" />Under Article 51 of the United Nations Charter, the 15-member Security Council must immediately be informed of any action that states take in self-defence against armed attack

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/69-dead-as-canada-records-all-time-high-temperature-of-495-degrees-celsius-394794">69 dead as Canada records all-time high temperature of 49.5 degrees celsius</a> 
 
<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/29/200305-oof.jpg" />For the third day in a row, Canada's highest ever temperature was recorded in Lytton, British Columbia, at 49.5 degrees Celsius (121 degrees Fahrenheit).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/covid-19-us-nih-says-covaxin-very-effective-against-delta-variant-394807">COVID-19: US NIH says Covaxin very effective against Delta variant</a> 
 
<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/10/22/166210-covaxin.JPG" />Covaxin comprises a disabled form of SARS-CoV-2 that can not replicate but still stimulates the immune system to make antibodies against the virus.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-has-eliminated-malaria-from-30-million-cases-to-zero-394808">China has eliminated malaria: From 30 million cases to zero</a> 
 
<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2018/09/19/70118-mosquitoe-1548946_960_720.jpg" />Chinese scientists have developed genetics-based ways to track medication resistance and differentiate local instances from imported cases in recent years.&nbsp; 
 
Watch: Facebook and Google officials appear in front of Parliamentary panel over platform misuse

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Here is WION's daily morning news brief with what’s happening around the world today. The United States told the UNSC on Tuesday that it targeted Iran-backed militia in Syria and Iraq with airstrikes to deter the militants and Tehran from conducting or supporting further attacks on US personnel or facilities.

Here is WION's daily morning news brief with what’s happening around the world today. The United States told the UNSC on Tuesday that it targeted Iran-backed militia in Syria and Iraq with airstrikes to deter the militants and Tehran from conducting or supporting further attacks on US personnel or facilities.At least 69 people have died in the Vancouver area of Canada as a result of a record-breaking heat wave. Click on the headlines to read the full story: US tells UN weekend airstrikes were aimed at deterring Iran Under Article 51 of the United Nations Charter, the 15-member Security Council must immediately be informed of any action that states take in self-defence against armed attack 69 dead as Canada records all-time high temperature of 49.5 degrees celsius For the third day in a row, Canada's highest ever temperature was recorded in Lytton, British Columbia, at 49.5 degrees Celsius (121 degrees Fahrenheit). COVID-19: US NIH says Covaxin very effective against Delta variant Covaxin comprises a disabled form of SARS-CoV-2 that can not replicate but still stimulates the immune system to make antibodies against the virus. China has eliminated malaria: From 30 million cases to zero Chinese scientists have developed genetics-based ways to track medication resistance and differentiate local instances from imported cases in recent years. Watch: Facebook and Google officials appear in front of Parliamentary panel over platform misuse

Morning news brief: US-Iran conflict, Canada heatwave, Covaxin and more

More than a month after Israel and Hamas called for a truce Israeli forces demolished a building in East Jerusalem on Tuesday. This says instilled fear among the locals who believe that there could be a string of demolitions in the area.

Demolitions spark tensions in East Jerusalem

Former US secretary of state Mike Pompeo said that the Chinese Communist Party must be held responsible for the deadly coronavirus&nbsp;that was leaked from the Wuhan Institute of Virology and then covered up.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, a year after&nbsp;the imposition of Hong Kong's security law, Amnesty International says&nbsp;Hong Kong authorities have used it to target dissent and justify "censorship, harassment, arrests and prosecutions that violate human rights." Since its imposition&nbsp;on June 30 2020, as&nbsp;many as 117 pro-democracy voices have been arrested under it, this includes around&nbsp;60 pro-democracy politicians, activists, students, and journalists, and the five Apple Daily employees arrested recently.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-19-china-needs-to-be-held-accountable-for-the-wuhan-lab-leak-and-cover-up-says-pompeo-394906">COVID-19: China needs to be held accountable for the Wuhan lab leak and cover-up, says Pompeo</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/01/16/178712-mike-pompeoa.jpg" />Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has stated that the Chinese Communist Party must be held responsible for the deadly coronavirus&nbsp;that was leaked from the Wuhan Institute of Virology and then covered up.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-and-taiwan-restart-trade-talks-despite-china-opposition-394952">US and Taiwan restart trade talks despite China opposition</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/03/26/189069-untitled-design-2.jpg" />The United States and&nbsp;Taiwan have&nbsp;restarted trade talks after five years as Washington moves to boost its ties with the island despite China's objections.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/one-year-into-contentious-security-law-hong-kong-has-made-117-arrests-394837">One year into contentious security law, Hong Kong has made 117 arrests</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/30/200461-oof-7.jpg" />Since the imposition of this law, under China’s tightened grip, the semi-autonomous city of Hong Kong has arrested at least 117 people for violating the contentious national security law which limits the scope of dissent in the former British territory.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-security-law-is-a-human-rights-emergency-amnesty-394852">Hong Kong security law is 'a human rights emergency': Amnesty</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/02/08/181834-hong-kong.jpg" />Hong Kong authorities have used a new national security law to target dissent and justify 'censorship, harassment, arrests and prosecutions that violate human rights, says Amnesty International.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israeli-government-and-jewish-settlers-reach-deal-to-vacate-west-bank-outpost-394930">Israeli government and Jewish settlers reach deal to vacate West Bank outpost</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/30/200504-untitled-design.jpg" />The&nbsp;Israeli government and Jewish settlers have reached a deal to vacate a remove West Bank outpost that has become a flashpoint for clashes with Palestinians who also claim the land.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-could-face-covid-19-fourth-wave-amid-surge-in-delta-variant-says-government-scientific-adviser-394964">France could face COVID-19 fourth wave amid surge in Delta variant, says government scientific adviser</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/01/15/178558-covid1.jpg" />French government's scientific adviser Professor Arnaud Fontanet says that the country could face a&nbsp;fourth wave of coronavirus&nbsp;due to a surge in cases caused by the Delta variant.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-faces-astrazeneca-vaccine-chaos-over-pm-morrisons-statement-394929">Australia faces AstraZeneca vaccine chaos over PM Morrison's statement</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/03/15/187185-7.jpg" />After&nbsp;Australian&nbsp;PM Scott Morrison allowed citizens under 40 to get the&nbsp;AstraZeneca&nbsp;vaccine several state governments resisted the central governments&nbsp;call to vaccinate people. The hesitancy over AstraZeneca shots is linked to reports of&nbsp;blood clots.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kremlin-says-putin-received-domestically-made-sputnik-v-coronavirus-vaccine-394920">Kremlin says Putin received domestically-made Sputnik V coronavirus vaccine</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/16/198764-putin.jpg" />After previously declining to disclose which vaccine he had taken, the Kremlin&nbsp;says that&nbsp;Russian President Vladimir Putin had&nbsp;received two vaccine shots of the country's homegrown Sputnik vaccine against COVID-19 in March and April.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-considering-legal-action-against-poland-for-setting-up-lgbt-free-zones-394959">EU considering legal action against Poland for setting up 'LGBT-free' zones</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/06/30/200518-oof-12.jpg" />The European Union is set to take legal action against Poland for setting up “LGBT-free” zones in many places. These zones have been set up by some local authorities.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-under-pressure-from-us-western-powers-over-its-ties-with-china-says-imran-khan-394905">Pakistan under pressure from US, western powers over its ties with China, says Imran Khan</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/02/20/183660-imran-khan.jpg" />Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan says that his country was under pressure from the United States and Western powers over its close ties with China as he vowed to never buckle under that pressure.

Former US secretary of state Mike Pompeo said that the Chinese Communist Party must be held responsible for the deadly coronavirus that was leaked from the Wuhan Institute of Virology and then covered up.

Former US secretary of state Mike Pompeo said that the Chinese Communist Party must be held responsible for the deadly coronavirus that was leaked from the Wuhan Institute of Virology and then covered up. Meanwhile, a year after the imposition of Hong Kong's security law, Amnesty International says Hong Kong authorities have used it to target dissent and justify "censorship, harassment, arrests and prosecutions that violate human rights." Since its imposition on June 30 2020, as many as 117 pro-democracy voices have been arrested under it, this includes around 60 pro-democracy politicians, activists, students, and journalists, and the five Apple Daily employees arrested recently. Click on headlines to read more COVID-19: China needs to be held accountable for the Wuhan lab leak and cover-up, says Pompeo Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has stated that the Chinese Communist Party must be held responsible for the deadly coronavirus that was leaked from the Wuhan Institute of Virology and then covered up. US and Taiwan restart trade talks despite China opposition The United States and Taiwan have restarted trade talks after five years as Washington moves to boost its ties with the island despite China's objections. One year into contentious security law, Hong Kong has made 117 arrests Since the imposition of this law, under China’s tightened grip, the semi-autonomous city of Hong Kong has arrested at least 117 people for violating the contentious national security law which limits the scope of dissent in the former British territory. Hong Kong security law is 'a human rights emergency': Amnesty Hong Kong authorities have used a new national security law to target dissent and justify 'censorship, harassment, arrests and prosecutions that violate human rights, says Amnesty International. Israeli government and Jewish settlers reach deal to vacate West Bank outpost The Israeli government and Jewish settlers have reached a deal to vacate a remove West Bank outpost that has become a flashpoint for clashes with Palestinians who also claim the land. France could face COVID-19 fourth wave amid surge in Delta variant, says government scientific adviser French government's scientific adviser Professor Arnaud Fontanet says that the country could face a fourth wave of coronavirus due to a surge in cases caused by the Delta variant. Australia faces AstraZeneca vaccine chaos over PM Morrison's statement After Australian PM Scott Morrison allowed citizens under 40 to get the AstraZeneca vaccine several state governments resisted the central governments call to vaccinate people. The hesitancy over AstraZeneca shots is linked to reports of blood clots. Kremlin says Putin received domestically-made Sputnik V coronavirus vaccine After previously declining to disclose which vaccine he had taken, the Kremlin says that Russian President Vladimir Putin had received two vaccine shots of the country's homegrown Sputnik vaccine against COVID-19 in March and April. EU considering legal action against Poland for setting up 'LGBT-free' zones The European Union is set to take legal action against Poland for setting up “LGBT-free” zones in many places. These zones have been set up by some local authorities. Pakistan under pressure from US, western powers over its ties with China, says Imran Khan Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan says that his country was under pressure from the United States and Western powers over its close ties with China as he vowed to never buckle under that pressure.

Top 10 world news: Pompeo on Wuhan lab leak, US-Taiwan restart trade talks, and more

Russia is battling a third wave of COVID-19 infections as the Delta variant cases in the country are rising. Watch this report to know more.

Coronavirus Update: Rise in hospitalisation amid Delta variant spread

Drones are rapidly growing in popularity. They have got the imagination one an on. From communication to navigation, to hunting and killing, drones have become defining feature of modern warfare.

Drones | Killers Robots In The Air: What Are They?

Rudy Giuliani, the former personal lawyer for former President Donald Trump was suspended from practicing law in New York Court. Watch this report to know more.

New York Court suspends Rudy Giuliani's license to practice law

Ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi lawyers said that she asked the people of Myanmar to stay 'united' in the face of military rule. Watch this report to know more.

Lawyer: Ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi asks Myanmar people to stay 'United'

A passenger ship with several people on board sank off Bali in Indonesia. Meanwhile,&nbsp;a day after Japan's deputy defence minister Yasuhide Nakayama said&nbsp;Taiwan&nbsp;should be protected as a "democratic country", China said the statement seriously violated the principles of China-Japan Joint Communique. China has also&nbsp;temporarily banned fishing for&nbsp;squids&nbsp;in parts of the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans amid reports of overfishing which was led to scarcity. In Nigeria,&nbsp;several media organisations are concerned that the&nbsp; government might bring in stricter rules and regulations to clamp down on freedom of media in the country.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/passenger-ship-sinks-off-indonesias-bali-island-report-394755" hreflang="en">Passenger ship sinks off Indonesia's Bali island: Report</a>

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The KMP Yunice ship had at least 41 passengers and 15 crew members when it sank, reports said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-is-furious-after-japanese-minister-calls-taiwan-a-country-394721">China fumes after Japanese minister calls Taiwan a 'country'</a>

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Japanese minister Yasuhide Nakayama, during a talk with a think tank, had said there was a growing threat of Chinese and Russian collaboration while questioning the "One China" policy.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/it-was-bolsonaros-fault-researchers-claim-brazil-could-have-saved-400000-covid-deaths-394736">Researchers claim Brazil could have saved 400,000 Covid deaths</a>

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Researchers claim that stricter social distancing measures and an early start to the Covid vaccination programmes could have prevented at least 80 per cent of the Covid deaths registered in Brazil.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/covishield-becomes-collateral-damage-in-the-inter-eu-tussle-over-chinese-vaccines-394744">Covishield becomes collateral damage in the inter EU tussle on Chinese vaccine</a>

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The EU member countries were divided over allowing the Chinese vaccines, Sinopharm and Sino vac, and Russian vaccine Sputnik V as the bloc opens up for travel.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/delhi-new-virus-cytomegalovirus-found-in-covid-patients-394725">Delhi: New virus, Cytomegalovirus, found in Covid patients</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/06/25/146657-delhii-reuters.jpg" />

As the world prepares itself against the new and emerging&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/covid-19-all-you-need-to-know-about-delta-plus-variant-393450">Delta Plus strain</a>&nbsp;of the coronavirus, India has reported a new type of virus in people who have already suffered&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">COVID-19</a>.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-coronavac-vaccine-well-tolerated-and-safe-for-children-and-adolescents-lancet-394741" hreflang="en">China's CoronaVac vaccine 'well tolerated and safe' for children and adolescents: Lancet</a>

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The&nbsp;World Health Organization(WHO)&nbsp;had approved<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/covid-19-800000-doses-of-chinese-vaccine-arrive-in-nepal-388808">&nbsp;China's</a>&nbsp;two-dose CoronaVac&nbsp;for emergency use listing after finding it "safe, effective and quality-assured".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/species-of-extinct-mouse-rediscovered-after-150-years-in-australia-394715" hreflang="en">Species of 'extinct' mouse rediscovered after 150 years in Australia</a>

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A mouse, whose species was believed to have been extinct more than 150 years ago, has been rediscovered in islands off Western Australia.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-to-temporarily-ban-squid-fishing-in-parts-of-pacific-and-atlantic-oceans-394729" hreflang="en">China to temporarily ban squid fishing in parts of Pacific &amp; Atlantic Oceans</a>

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China reportedly accounts for 70 per cent of global squid catch and its ships sail far and wide looking for the fish while travelling as far as West African and Latin American waters.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/keep-your-jaw-shut-new-zealand-researchers-new-weight-loss-device-labelled-as-torture-394732" hreflang="en">New Zealand researchers' new 'weight loss' device labelled as 'torture'</a>

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A group of New Zealand researchers have created a new weight-loss device that uses magnets to shut a person’s jaw together to keep them from chewing.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/where-is-freedom-of-press-nigerias-media-fears-restrictions-after-twitter-ban-394734" hreflang="en">'Freedom of press?': Nigeria's media fears restrictions after Twitter ban</a>

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After the fight between social media platform, Twitter, and the government of Nigeria, media houses fear it might be their chance of coming under the hammer.

A passenger ship with several people on board sank off Bali in Indonesia. Meanwhile, a day after Japan's deputy defence minister Yasuhide Nakayama said Taiwan should be protected as a "democratic country", China said the statement seriously violated the principles of China-Japan Joint Communique.

A passenger ship with several people on board sank off Bali in Indonesia. Meanwhile, a day after Japan's deputy defence minister Yasuhide Nakayama said Taiwan should be protected as a "democratic country", China said the statement seriously violated the principles of China-Japan Joint Communique. China has also temporarily banned fishing for squids in parts of the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans amid reports of overfishing which was led to scarcity. In Nigeria, several media organisations are concerned that the government might bring in stricter rules and regulations to clamp down on freedom of media in the country. Click on headlines to read more Passenger ship sinks off Indonesia's Bali island: Report The KMP Yunice ship had at least 41 passengers and 15 crew members when it sank, reports said. China fumes after Japanese minister calls Taiwan a 'country' Japanese minister Yasuhide Nakayama, during a talk with a think tank, had said there was a growing threat of Chinese and Russian collaboration while questioning the "One China" policy. Researchers claim Brazil could have saved 400,000 Covid deaths Researchers claim that stricter social distancing measures and an early start to the Covid vaccination programmes could have prevented at least 80 per cent of the Covid deaths registered in Brazil. Covishield becomes collateral damage in the inter EU tussle on Chinese vaccine The EU member countries were divided over allowing the Chinese vaccines, Sinopharm and Sino vac, and Russian vaccine Sputnik V as the bloc opens up for travel. Delhi: New virus, Cytomegalovirus, found in Covid patients As the world prepares itself against the new and emerging Delta Plus strain of the coronavirus, India has reported a new type of virus in people who have already suffered COVID-19. China's CoronaVac vaccine 'well tolerated and safe' for children and adolescents: Lancet The World Health Organization(WHO) had approved China's two-dose CoronaVac for emergency use listing after finding it "safe, effective and quality-assured". Species of 'extinct' mouse rediscovered after 150 years in Australia A mouse, whose species was believed to have been extinct more than 150 years ago, has been rediscovered in islands off Western Australia. China to temporarily ban squid fishing in parts of Pacific & Atlantic Oceans China reportedly accounts for 70 per cent of global squid catch and its ships sail far and wide looking for the fish while travelling as far as West African and Latin American waters. New Zealand researchers' new 'weight loss' device labelled as 'torture' A group of New Zealand researchers have created a new weight-loss device that uses magnets to shut a person’s jaw together to keep them from chewing. 'Freedom of press?': Nigeria's media fears restrictions after Twitter ban After the fight between social media platform, Twitter, and the government of Nigeria, media houses fear it might be their chance of coming under the hammer.

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As the Japanese Conglomerate downgrades its industry ambitions reports say Softbank is now slashing jobs at Global Robotics business.

World Business Watch: Japanese Conglomerate downgrades ambitions

US troops in Eastern Syria came under rocket attack one day after the United States carried out airstrikes near the Iraq-Syria border against what the Pentagon said were facilities used by run-back militia groups.

United States Troops in Eastern Syria came under rocket attack

With an aim to give a boost to economy at a time when countries facing economic distress due to second COVID wave, Finance Minister of India Nirmala Sitharaman has announced the sleeve of relief measures.

World Business Watch: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces relief measures

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