As the Israel-Palestine violence continues, Israeli airstrikes destroyed international media houses and killed children in Gaza on Saturday, following which media houses and the US urged Israel to put a stop to attacking journalists. Meanwhile, a report has alleged that majority of the solar panel manufacturing is using forced labour of the Uighur community in the Xinjiang region of China.

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Jawad Mehdi, the owner of the Jala Tower, said an Israeli intelligence officer warned him he had just one hour to ensure the evacuation of the building.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/joe-biden-revokes-trump-executive-order-against-social-media-platforms-385229">Joe Biden revokes Trump executive order against social media platforms</a>

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Trump's executive order was issued after Twitter tagged his tweets having claims of widespread voter fraud in US Presidential Election 2020.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-foreign-minister-cancels-meet-with-austrian-counterpart-over-israel-flag-385241">Iran foreign minister cancels meet with Austrian counterpart over Israel flag</a>

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Zarif was due to meet Austria's foreign minister Alexander Schallenberg but he called off the meeting, said a spokeswoman for Schallenberg.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/solar-panel-manufacturing-linked-to-forced-labour-of-uighur-in-xinjiang-385251">Solar panel manufacturing linked to forced labour of Uighur in Xinjiang</a>

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As per the report, nearly 45 per cent of the polysilicon manufacturers are based out of the Xinjiang area of China, where the Uighur community is allegedly tied in forced labour by the Chinese government.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/reports-of-migrant-children-packed-in-buses-unacceptable-says-us-agency-385238">Reports of migrant children packed in buses 'unacceptable, says US agency</a>

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The US Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra said the reports are “completely unacceptable” if they are true.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/republicans-elect-pro-trump-stefanik-to-house-leadership-385266" hreflang="en">Republicans elect pro-Trump Stefanik to House leadership</a>

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Stefanik, a 36-year-old former moderate representing upstate New York, easily overcame a late entrant to the race and won strong support from the Republican conference in a closed-door vote of 134 to 46.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmar-army-battles-anti-coup-rebels-as-armed-resistance-grows-385263" hreflang="en">Myanmar army battles anti-coup rebels as armed resistance grows</a>

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The fighting is some of the heaviest since the coup and underlines the growing chaos as the junta struggles to impose order in the face of daily protests, strikes and sabotage attacks after it overthrew elected leader Aung San Suu Kyi.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/tesla-in-california-car-crash-was-on-autopilot-officials-385256" hreflang="en">Tesla in California car crash was on Autopilot: Officials</a>

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This is the 29th Tesla accident that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/being-tech-savvy-has-health-benefits-for-older-people-study-385254" hreflang="en">Being tech savvy has health benefits for older people: Study</a>

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Older people who frequently make use of technology and online communication for communication have a better ability to recollect meaningful events.

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On Friday, Ukraine unveiled a synagogue built of wood and designed to unfold like a pop-up book at a site commemorating the victims of one of the single biggest massacres of Jews during the Nazi Holocaust.

As the Israel-Palestine violence continues, Israeli airstrikes destroyed international media houses and killed children in Gaza on Saturday, following which media houses and the US urged Israel to put a stop to attacking journalists.

As the Israel-Palestine violence continues, Israeli airstrikes destroyed international media houses and killed children in Gaza on Saturday, following which media houses and the US urged Israel to put a stop to attacking journalists. Meanwhile, a report has alleged that majority of the solar panel manufacturing is using forced labour of the Uighur community in the Xinjiang region of China. Click on headlines to read more Gaza: Israeli airstrikes destroy international media offices, kill children Jawad Mehdi, the owner of the Jala Tower, said an Israeli intelligence officer warned him he had just one hour to ensure the evacuation of the building. Joe Biden revokes Trump executive order against social media platforms Trump's executive order was issued after Twitter tagged his tweets having claims of widespread voter fraud in US Presidential Election 2020. Iran foreign minister cancels meet with Austrian counterpart over Israel flag Zarif was due to meet Austria's foreign minister Alexander Schallenberg but he called off the meeting, said a spokeswoman for Schallenberg. Solar panel manufacturing linked to forced labour of Uighur in Xinjiang As per the report, nearly 45 per cent of the polysilicon manufacturers are based out of the Xinjiang area of China, where the Uighur community is allegedly tied in forced labour by the Chinese government. Reports of migrant children packed in buses 'unacceptable, says US agency The US Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra said the reports are “completely unacceptable” if they are true. Republicans elect pro-Trump Stefanik to House leadership Stefanik, a 36-year-old former moderate representing upstate New York, easily overcame a late entrant to the race and won strong support from the Republican conference in a closed-door vote of 134 to 46. Myanmar army battles anti-coup rebels as armed resistance grows The fighting is some of the heaviest since the coup and underlines the growing chaos as the junta struggles to impose order in the face of daily protests, strikes and sabotage attacks after it overthrew elected leader Aung San Suu Kyi. Tesla in California car crash was on Autopilot: Officials This is the 29th Tesla accident that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating. Being tech savvy has health benefits for older people: Study Older people who frequently make use of technology and online communication for communication have a better ability to recollect meaningful events. A pop-up book style synagogue to commemorate Babyn Yar massacre victims On Friday, Ukraine unveiled a synagogue built of wood and designed to unfold like a pop-up book at a site commemorating the victims of one of the single biggest massacres of Jews during the Nazi Holocaust.

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The US Aviation regulator has ordered Boeing to inspect older generation 737 jets. The decisions have been taken in the backdrop of the Indonesia that killed 62 people.

All Boeing planes to be examined after FAA orders

Bars and restaurants opened their outdoor terraces for the first time in more than six months in Poland.

Poland bars celebrate midnight reopening as vaccination drive gains steam

Greece officially reopen for tourism becoming the latest sudden European nation to ease travel restrictions for international visitors.

Crete welcomes tourists as Greece reopens for tourism

Anti-government protests continue for the third week in Colombia in Colombia. At least 42 people have been killed in protests so far.

Colombia: Anti-Govt Protests continue for the third week

WHO is urging wealthy countries to stop vaccinating children and instead are asking them to donate the doses to poorer nations and this comes as the UN Health Body warned that the pandemic second year would be more deadly.

WHO: Donate shots instead of vaccinating children

Ties between Russia and Ukraine continue to remain tense. Russian President Putin has accused Ukraine of becoming anti-Russia and warned that Moscow would be ready to what he said with threats to its own security.

President of Russia Vladimir Putin says Moscow ready to act against threat

Israel carried out an airstrike against a network of tunnels under Gaza used by Palestinian militants, an operation against a specific target, in the latest conflict between Israel and Palestine, this is the&nbsp;largest Israeli operation to date. In other news, amid an Eid ceasefire between the Taliban and the Afghan government, a blast at&nbsp;a Mosque in the outskirts of Afghan took twelve lives. Read this and more in today's Top 10 world news. 
 
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-carries-out-airstrikes-against-tunnel-network-used-by-palestinian-militants-385041">Israel carries out airstrikes against tunnel network used by Palestinian militants</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/14/194932-israel-palestine-2.jpg?itok=hmQzsWGH" />Israel on Friday carried out extensive airstrikes and fired artillery against a tunnel network under Gaza used by Palestinian militants.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/blast-in-kabul-mosque-kills-12-worshippers-shattering-eid-ceasefire-calm-385004">Blast in Kabul mosque kills 12 worshippers, shattering Eid ceasefire calm</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/14/194925-kabul-mosque-blast.jpg?itok=_bfE-pl_" />A blast at a mosque during Friday prayer rocked the city of Kabul, killing at least&nbsp;12 people. The explosion took place in the mosque located on the outskirts of the Afghan capital amid an Eid ceasefire declared by the Taliban and the Afghan government.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/singapore-coronavirus-cases-could-burst-hopes-for-hong-kong-travel-bubble-385051">Singapore coronavirus cases could burst hopes for Hong Kong travel bubble</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/14/194938-untitled-design-10.jpg?itok=ckmq56jO" />A travel bubble between Hong Kong and Singapore set to open on May 26 has a "high chance" of being postponed, a Hong Kong official said on Friday, which would be the second time the plan to allow visits between the cities has been called off.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/kp-sharma-oli-takes-oath-as-nepals-prime-minister-again-as-oppn-fails-to-cobble-up-coalition-384963">KP Sharma Oli takes oath as Nepal's prime minister again as Oppn fails to cobble up coalition</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/01/11/178052-untitled-design-4.jpg?itok=QjZ_UMlI" />CPN-UML chairperson KP Sharma Oli took oath again on Friday as Nepal prime minister, after being reappointed to the post by President Bidya Devi Bhandari.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/why-us-is-moving-f-18-fighter-jets-to-saudi-arabia-as-israel-hamas-conflict-escalates-385028">Why US is moving F-18 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia as Israel-Hamas conflict escalates</a>

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Amid the conflict between Israel and&nbsp;Hamas, the United States Air Forces Central Command has decided to employ US Marine Corps F/A-18D Hornet aircraft from Marine All Weather Fighter Squadron 224, Marine Aircraft Group 31, to be deployed at&nbsp;Prince Sultan Air Base, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/extended-gap-between-two-doses-of-covishield-reasonable-approach-says-anthony-fauci-384926">Extended gap between two doses of Covishield reasonable approach, says Anthony Fauci</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/01/193445-oof-1.jpg?itok=snIXJ-TE" />Dramatically ramping up COVID-19 vaccination drive is key to ending the crisis in India and extending the gap between two doses of Covishield is a "reasonable approach," White House chief medical adviser Dr. Anthony Fauci told ANI in an exclusive interview on Thursday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/americans-demand-active-shooter-insurance-as-mass-shootings-increase-385056">Americans demand 'active shooter' insurance as mass shootings increase</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/01/17/178807-shooting-in-mexico.jpg?itok=QPqdYEf2" />The rise in demand came as the US started returning to normalcy after a year of repeated lockdowns. However, unfortunately, ‘normal’ also means mass shootings in the country now.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/alien-isotope-found-in-earths-crust-385065">Alien' isotope found in Earth's crust</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/02/03/181104-untitled-design-18.jpg?itok=MxIXVwW-" />But an 'alien' isotope found in Earth's crust has scientists interested. This isotope is radioactive Iron.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/luck-goes-down-the-drain-literally-winning-lottery-ticket-worth-130000-washed-in-laundry-385031">Luck goes down the drain, literally: Winning lottery ticket worth $130,000 'washed in laundry</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/14/194930-lottery-ticket.jpg?itok=T8oNRLr1" />A SuperLotto Plus ticket that was sold at a convenience store in the Los Angeles of Norwalk in November has turned out to be a winning ticket. But the ticket is now missing.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/friends-reunion-teaser-out-to-premiere-on-this-date-384874">Friends' reunion teaser out! To premiere on this date</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/03/19/133588-untitled-design33.jpg?itok=1X9asgqu" />It's finally happening! After a year of delay, the much anticipated reunion episode of 'Friends' is finally premiering in May and the makers teased the first teaser of the episode on Thursday much to the delight of the fans of the show.&nbsp;

Israel carried out an airstrike against a network of tunnels under Gaza used by Palestinian militants, an operation against a specific target, in the latest conflict between Israel and Palestine, this is the largest Israeli operation to date.

Israel carried out an airstrike against a network of tunnels under Gaza used by Palestinian militants, an operation against a specific target, in the latest conflict between Israel and Palestine, this is the largest Israeli operation to date. In other news, amid an Eid ceasefire between the Taliban and the Afghan government, a blast at a Mosque in the outskirts of Afghan took twelve lives. Read this and more in today's Top 10 world news. Click on the headline to know more: Israel carries out airstrikes against tunnel network used by Palestinian militants Israel on Friday carried out extensive airstrikes and fired artillery against a tunnel network under Gaza used by Palestinian militants. Blast in Kabul mosque kills 12 worshippers, shattering Eid ceasefire calm A blast at a mosque during Friday prayer rocked the city of Kabul, killing at least 12 people. The explosion took place in the mosque located on the outskirts of the Afghan capital amid an Eid ceasefire declared by the Taliban and the Afghan government. Singapore coronavirus cases could burst hopes for Hong Kong travel bubble A travel bubble between Hong Kong and Singapore set to open on May 26 has a "high chance" of being postponed, a Hong Kong official said on Friday, which would be the second time the plan to allow visits between the cities has been called off. KP Sharma Oli takes oath as Nepal's prime minister again as Oppn fails to cobble up coalition CPN-UML chairperson KP Sharma Oli took oath again on Friday as Nepal prime minister, after being reappointed to the post by President Bidya Devi Bhandari. Why US is moving F-18 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia as Israel-Hamas conflict escalates Amid the conflict between Israel and Hamas, the United States Air Forces Central Command has decided to employ US Marine Corps F/A-18D Hornet aircraft from Marine All Weather Fighter Squadron 224, Marine Aircraft Group 31, to be deployed at Prince Sultan Air Base, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Extended gap between two doses of Covishield reasonable approach, says Anthony Fauci Dramatically ramping up COVID-19 vaccination drive is key to ending the crisis in India and extending the gap between two doses of Covishield is a "reasonable approach," White House chief medical adviser Dr. Anthony Fauci told ANI in an exclusive interview on Thursday. Americans demand 'active shooter' insurance as mass shootings increase The rise in demand came as the US started returning to normalcy after a year of repeated lockdowns. However, unfortunately, ‘normal’ also means mass shootings in the country now. Alien' isotope found in Earth's crust But an 'alien' isotope found in Earth's crust has scientists interested. This isotope is radioactive Iron. Luck goes down the drain, literally: Winning lottery ticket worth $130,000 'washed in laundry A SuperLotto Plus ticket that was sold at a convenience store in the Los Angeles of Norwalk in November has turned out to be a winning ticket. But the ticket is now missing. Friends' reunion teaser out! To premiere on this date It's finally happening! After a year of delay, the much anticipated reunion episode of 'Friends' is finally premiering in May and the makers teased the first teaser of the episode on Thursday much to the delight of the fans of the show.

Top 10 world news: Israel airstrike, Afghan mosque blast and more

The Israeli military and Hamas militants in Gaza continue to exchange rocket fire and airstrikes. Meanwhile, a report has revealed the birth rates in the Uyghur community in the Xinjiang region have seen an alarming decline, pointing towards the inhumane practices being forced upon the minority community by the Chinese government.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-hamas-violence-at-least-65-killed-in-gaza-7-in-israel-as-clashes-intensify-384645" hreflang="en">Israel-Hamas violence: 65 killed in Gaza, 7 in Israel as clashes intensify</a>

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The death toll in Gaza rose to 65 Palestinians, including 16 children and five women, according to Gaza`s Health Ministry. At least 365 people have been wounded, including 86 children and 39 women.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/elon-musks-tesla-halts-bitcoin-purchases-amid-concerns-of-increasing-carbon-emissions-384647">Tesla halts bitcoin purchases amid concerns of increasing carbon emissions</a>

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Observing an increase in climate-harming emissions,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/elon-musk?page=1">Elon Musk’s</a>&nbsp;electric car company,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/tesla">Tesla</a>, has decided to temporary suspend payment for cars with bitcoin.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/birth-rate-fell-in-xinjiang-after-implementation-of-birth-control-policies-report-384655">Birth rate fell in Xinjiang after implementation of birth control policies: Report</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2019/10/09/112766-untitled-design-3.jpg?itok=K-QO_zf7" /><a>The figures have seen a decline in the birth rates after the Chinese government implemented policies to reduce the number of babies born in the Uyghur and other Muslim minority communities in the area.</a>

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The Israeli military and Hamas militants in Gaza continue to exchange rocket fire and airstrikes. Meanwhile, a report has revealed the birth rates in the Uyghur community in the Xinjiang region have seen an alarming decline, pointing towards the inhumane practices being forced upon the minority community by the Chinese government.

The Israeli military and Hamas militants in Gaza continue to exchange rocket fire and airstrikes. Meanwhile, a report has revealed the birth rates in the Uyghur community in the Xinjiang region have seen an alarming decline, pointing towards the inhumane practices being forced upon the minority community by the Chinese government. Click on headlines to read more Israel-Hamas violence: 65 killed in Gaza, 7 in Israel as clashes intensify The death toll in Gaza rose to 65 Palestinians, including 16 children and five women, according to Gaza`s Health Ministry. At least 365 people have been wounded, including 86 children and 39 women. Tesla halts bitcoin purchases amid concerns of increasing carbon emissions Observing an increase in climate-harming emissions, Elon Musk’s electric car company, Tesla, has decided to temporary suspend payment for cars with bitcoin. Birth rate fell in Xinjiang after implementation of birth control policies: Report The figures have seen a decline in the birth rates after the Chinese government implemented policies to reduce the number of babies born in the Uyghur and other Muslim minority communities in the area. US Prez Joe Biden discusses Israel-Palestine conflict with Israeli PM Netanyahu Jason D. Greenblatt, Former White House Middle East envoy, speaks to WION

Morning news brief: Israel-Hamas violence, Xinjiang tragedy, and more

Owing to the coronavirus crisis in India, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi&nbsp;will not be&nbsp;travelling&nbsp;to the UK for G7 summit. As India battles a covid crisis, Israel-Gaza are locked up in increasing tension between the Israelis and Palestinians. Fresh bombings have killed 35 in Gaza and five in Israel in the&nbsp;early hours of Wednesday.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/35-killed-in-gaza-5-in-israel-as-violence-escalates-384412" hreflang="en">35 killed in Gaza, 5 in Israel, as violence escalates</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/11/194525-israel-air-strikes.jpg?itok=8PQdn9Sj" />Israel carried out hundreds of air strikes in Gaza into the early hours of Wednesday, as the Islamist group and other Palestinian militant groups fired multiple rocket barrages at Tel Aviv and Beersheba.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-variant-first-detected-in-india-found-in-44-other-countries-who-384411" hreflang="en">Covid variant first detected in India found in 44 other countries: WHO</a>

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The B.1.617 variant of coronavirus, which was first identified in India in October, has been detected in more than 4,500 samples from "44 countries in all six WHO regions"

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/following-a-death-brazil-suspends-use-of-astrazeneca-vaccine-for-pregnant-women-384407" hreflang="en">Following a death, Brazil suspends use of AstraZeneca vaccine for pregnant women</a>

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States that have suspended the use of the AstraZeneca include Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, among others.

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Owing to the coronavirus crisis in India, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will not be travelling to the UK for G7 summit. As India battles a covid crisis, Israel-Gaza are locked up in increasing tension between the Israelis and Palestinians.

Owing to the coronavirus crisis in India, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will not be travelling to the UK for G7 summit. As India battles a covid crisis, Israel-Gaza are locked up in increasing tension between the Israelis and Palestinians. Fresh bombings have killed 35 in Gaza and five in Israel in the early hours of Wednesday. Click on headlines to read more 35 killed in Gaza, 5 in Israel, as violence escalates Israel carried out hundreds of air strikes in Gaza into the early hours of Wednesday, as the Islamist group and other Palestinian militant groups fired multiple rocket barrages at Tel Aviv and Beersheba. Covid variant first detected in India found in 44 other countries: WHO The B.1.617 variant of coronavirus, which was first identified in India in October, has been detected in more than 4,500 samples from "44 countries in all six WHO regions" Following a death, Brazil suspends use of AstraZeneca vaccine for pregnant women States that have suspended the use of the AstraZeneca include Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, among others. US expresses 'serious' concern over Israel-Palestine conflict PM Modi won’t travel to UK for G7 summit due to Covid situation

Morning news brief: Israel-Gaza violence, deadly covid variant found worldwide, and more

China introduces a&nbsp;new law that tightens patriotic loyalty tests for&nbsp;Hong&nbsp;Kong&nbsp;politicians, the law&nbsp;will take effect later this month after being passed by the city's legislature. Nepal witnesses it's the highest number of COVID-19 cases in the second wave, the country received aid from China. In other coronavirus news, hoping to control the spread of the virus, Bangladesh restricts inter-district travel during Eid.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/escalating-towards-full-scale-war-israel-vows-more-attacks-on-gaza-before-truce-384530">'Escalating towards full-scale war': Israel vows more attacks on Gaza before truce</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/12/194648-6.jpg?itok=w2qek_uq" />Amid the continued clashes between the&nbsp;Israeli&nbsp;Army and&nbsp;Hamas&nbsp;which attacked Israel with rockets on Tuesday, Israel on Wednesday vowed more attacks to bring "total, long-term quiet" before a ceasefire.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-legislators-pass-patriotic-oath-law-384550">Hong Kong legislators pass 'patriotic' oath law</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/06/11/144278-maxresdefault.jpg?itok=VFmV_IOP" />The new laws are part of sweeping changes that Beijing has ordered for&nbsp;Hong&nbsp;Kong's already limited electoral system which will dramatically reduce the number of directly elected politicians and ensure only "staunch patriots" enter politics.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-says-russia-still-has-100000-troops-near-its-border-384516">Ukraine says Russia still has 100,000 troops near its border</a>

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Russia still has around 100,000 troops deployed near&nbsp;Ukraine's border and in annexed Crimea, the head of&nbsp;Ukraine's state security service (SBU) Ivan Bakanov said on Tuesday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/head-of-macrons-party-threatens-to-withdraw-support-for-muslim-candidate-over-headscarf-row-384553">Head of Macron's party threatens to withdraw support for Muslim candidate over headscarf row</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/11/16/170033-untitled-design-16.jpg?itok=x49XqWM5" />The chief of France’s “La République En Marche!” Party recently threatened to withdraw support for one of its Muslim candidates after she was spotted wearing a headscarf in a poster. French President Emmanuel Macron also belongs to this party.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/palestinians-denounce-censorship-of-content-by-instagram-and-twitter-384561">Palestinians denounce 'censorship' of content by Instagram and Twitter</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/12/194665-untitled-design-6.jpg?itok=TSWwh7yh" />With accounts deleted on Twitter and content blocked on Instagram, Palestinian social media users say they have been censored from showing the reality of the unrest in Jerusalem.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indias-expert-panel-recommends-covaxin-trials-on-2-18-year-olds-384564">India's expert panel recommends Covaxin trials on 2-18 year-olds</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/10/22/166210-covaxin.JPG?itok=uUPWO92w" />India's expert panel of Central Drugs Standard Control Organization(CDSCO) has recommended Bharat Biotech’s&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">COVID-19</a>&nbsp;vaccine, Covaxin for second and third phase trials in children aged between two to eighteen years of age.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/covid-19-bangladesh-bans-inter-district-travel-as-eid-approaches-384545">COVID-19: Bangladesh bans inter-district travel as Eid approaches</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/12/194657-eid.jpg?itok=1Cbn5zmI" />With the festival of&nbsp;Eid&nbsp;approaching, thousands of migrant workers and people from different regions are rushing to find a ride to go home and celebrate with their families.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/nepal-records-highest-single-day-deaths-related-to-coronavirus-aid-arrives-from-china-384358">Nepal records highest single-day deaths related to coronavirus; aid arrives from China</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/11/194575-untitled-design-2.jpg?itok=7xeFByOX" />Nepal's devastating COVID-19 outbreak showed no signs of abating on Tuesday as the country recorded its highest single-day coronavirus related deaths with 225 fatalities and 9,483 new cases in the last 24 hours.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/thailand-seeking-humanitarian-solution-for-detained-myanmar-journalists-384263">Thailand seeking 'humanitarian' solution for detained Myanmar journalists</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/02/15/182739-myanmar1.jpg?itok=KX4yKKTN" />Thailand said Tuesday it was seeking a "humanitarian" solution for three Myanmar journalists arrested after fleeing across the border to escape a junta crackdown.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/we-finally-know-why-cats-love-to-sit-in-square-like-boxes-384538">We finally know why cats love to sit in square-like boxes!</a>

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Cats are notorious for parking themselves in boxes of varying shapes and sizes. But their favourite remains anything that resembles a square.&nbsp;Social media is flooded with videos of cats spending hours in cardboard boxes lying stray in their homes and the odd satisfaction it brings to the felines.

China introduces a new law that tightens patriotic loyalty tests for Hong Kong politicians, the law will take effect later this month after being passed by the city's legislature.

China introduces a new law that tightens patriotic loyalty tests for Hong Kong politicians, the law will take effect later this month after being passed by the city's legislature. Nepal witnesses it's the highest number of COVID-19 cases in the second wave, the country received aid from China. In other coronavirus news, hoping to control the spread of the virus, Bangladesh restricts inter-district travel during Eid. Read this and more in today's top 10 world news: 'Escalating towards full-scale war': Israel vows more attacks on Gaza before truce Amid the continued clashes between the Israeli Army and Hamas which attacked Israel with rockets on Tuesday, Israel on Wednesday vowed more attacks to bring "total, long-term quiet" before a ceasefire. Hong Kong legislators pass 'patriotic' oath law The new laws are part of sweeping changes that Beijing has ordered for Hong Kong's already limited electoral system which will dramatically reduce the number of directly elected politicians and ensure only "staunch patriots" enter politics. Ukraine says Russia still has 100,000 troops near its border Russia still has around 100,000 troops deployed near Ukraine's border and in annexed Crimea, the head of Ukraine's state security service (SBU) Ivan Bakanov said on Tuesday. Head of Macron's party threatens to withdraw support for Muslim candidate over headscarf row The chief of France’s “La République En Marche!” Party recently threatened to withdraw support for one of its Muslim candidates after she was spotted wearing a headscarf in a poster. French President Emmanuel Macron also belongs to this party. Palestinians denounce 'censorship' of content by Instagram and Twitter With accounts deleted on Twitter and content blocked on Instagram, Palestinian social media users say they have been censored from showing the reality of the unrest in Jerusalem. India's expert panel recommends Covaxin trials on 2-18 year-olds India's expert panel of Central Drugs Standard Control Organization(CDSCO) has recommended Bharat Biotech’s COVID-19 vaccine, Covaxin for second and third phase trials in children aged between two to eighteen years of age. COVID-19: Bangladesh bans inter-district travel as Eid approaches With the festival of Eid approaching, thousands of migrant workers and people from different regions are rushing to find a ride to go home and celebrate with their families. Nepal records highest single-day deaths related to coronavirus; aid arrives from China Nepal's devastating COVID-19 outbreak showed no signs of abating on Tuesday as the country recorded its highest single-day coronavirus related deaths with 225 fatalities and 9,483 new cases in the last 24 hours. Thailand seeking 'humanitarian' solution for detained Myanmar journalists Thailand said Tuesday it was seeking a "humanitarian" solution for three Myanmar journalists arrested after fleeing across the border to escape a junta crackdown. We finally know why cats love to sit in square-like boxes! Cats are notorious for parking themselves in boxes of varying shapes and sizes. But their favourite remains anything that resembles a square. Social media is flooded with videos of cats spending hours in cardboard boxes lying stray in their homes and the odd satisfaction it brings to the felines.

Top 10 world news: Israel vows more attacks on Gaza, Hong Kong legislature approves China loyalty laws and more

Thousands of people protested outside the Israeli embassy in Ankara and its consulate in Istanbul over the Jewish nation's actions against Palestinians on Monday. Meanwhile, the US on Monday gave its approval to the use of the Pfizer-BioNTech Covid vaccine for children in the 12-15 age group.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-turkey-protests-against-israel-over-surge-in-violence-384194">In Turkey, protests against Israel over surge in violence</a>&nbsp;

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Thousands of people gathered outside the Israeli embassy in Ankara and its consulate in Istanbul to protest at Israeli actions against Palestinians on Monday while President Tayyip Erdogan spoke to Middle East leaders about the rising violence.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/nepal-pm-kp-sharma-oli-fails-to-win-confidence-vote-in-parliament-384122">Nepal PM KP Sharma Oli fails to win confidence vote in Parliament</a>

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Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli failed to win the no-confidence vote in Parliament on Monday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/nepal-pm-kp-sharma-oli-fails-to-win-confidence-vote-in-parliament-384122">COVID-19 cases plateauing worldwide, says World Health Organization</a>

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The World Health Organization on Monday said that the world is currently witnessing a decline in the number of COVID-19 cases and fatalities. The largest drop was reported in the Americas and Europe, which were the hardest hit regions in the world during the first wave.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-approves-pfizer-biontechs-covid-vaccine-for-children-aged-12-15-384195">US approves Pfizer-BioNTech's Covid vaccine for children aged 12-15</a>

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The US Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) on Monday gave its approval to the use of the Pfizer-BioNTech&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">coronavirus vaccine&nbsp;</a>for children in the age group of 12-15.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/queen-elizabeth-to-set-out-uk-governments-post-pandemic-agenda-384200">Queen Elizabeth to set out UK government's post-pandemic agenda</a>

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Britain's Queen Elizabeth will present Prime Minister Boris Johnson`s post-pandemic agenda on Tuesday in a speech written by the government that will set out the new laws that ministers intend to pass in the coming year.&nbsp; 
 
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Thousands of people protested outside the Israeli embassy in Ankara and its consulate in Istanbul over the Jewish nation's actions against Palestinians on Monday.

Thousands of people protested outside the Israeli embassy in Ankara and its consulate in Istanbul over the Jewish nation's actions against Palestinians on Monday. Meanwhile, the US on Monday gave its approval to the use of the Pfizer-BioNTech Covid vaccine for children in the 12-15 age group. Click on headlines to read more In Turkey, protests against Israel over surge in violence Thousands of people gathered outside the Israeli embassy in Ankara and its consulate in Istanbul to protest at Israeli actions against Palestinians on Monday while President Tayyip Erdogan spoke to Middle East leaders about the rising violence. Nepal PM KP Sharma Oli fails to win confidence vote in Parliament Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli failed to win the no-confidence vote in Parliament on Monday. COVID-19 cases plateauing worldwide, says World Health Organization The World Health Organization on Monday said that the world is currently witnessing a decline in the number of COVID-19 cases and fatalities. The largest drop was reported in the Americas and Europe, which were the hardest hit regions in the world during the first wave. US approves Pfizer-BioNTech's Covid vaccine for children aged 12-15 The US Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) on Monday gave its approval to the use of the Pfizer-BioNTech coronavirus vaccine for children in the age group of 12-15. Queen Elizabeth to set out UK government's post-pandemic agenda Britain's Queen Elizabeth will present Prime Minister Boris Johnson`s post-pandemic agenda on Tuesday in a speech written by the government that will set out the new laws that ministers intend to pass in the coming year. Watch | 'Civil war is brewing in France': Soldiers warns President Emmanuel Macron

Morning news brief: Protests in Turkey against Israel, Covid updates, and more

In another shooting incident in the US, a gunman killed six people at a birthday party in Colorado before taking his on life on Sunday. Meanwhile, former president Donald Trump motivated the Capitol rioters and so earned his Facebook ban, but the social media giant's rules are in "shambles" and need fixing, the co-chair of the network's oversight panel said.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-shooting-gunman-kills-six-before-taking-his-own-life-383959">US shooting: Gunman kills six before taking his own life</a>

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A gunman shot dead six people at a birthday party in Colorado, United States, before killing himself on Sunday, police said.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-egged-on-us-capitol-rioters-facebook-oversight-panel-co-chair-383955">Donald Trump 'egged on' US Capitol rioters: Facebook oversight panel co-chair</a>

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Donald Trump encouraged the Capitol rioters and so earned his Facebook ban, but the social media giant's rules are in "shambles" and need fixing, the co-chair of the network's oversight panel said Sunday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-egged-on-us-capitol-rioters-facebook-oversight-panel-co-chair-383955">'Vaccine tourists' fly from abroad for injections on US beach</a>

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A long line of people snaked across the sand of Miami Beach, Florida, as dozens of travellers from Latin America waited their turn at a pop-up coronavirus vaccination booth.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-is-likely-undercounting-covid-deaths-says-dr-fauci-383933">US is likely 'undercounting' Covid deaths, says Dr Fauci</a>

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Dr Anthony Fauci, Chief Medical Advisor to US President Joe Biden said on Saturday (local time) that it was likely that US officials have been undercounting the number of deaths due to COVID-19. His comments have come after a new report from University of Washington that says the death toll was nearly double.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-remembers-victory-over-nazi-germany-with-parade-on-red-square-383894">Russia remembers victory over Nazi Germany with parade on Red Square</a>

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In another shooting incident in the US, a gunman killed six people at a birthday party in Colorado before taking his on life on Sunday. Meanwhile, former president Donald Trump motivated the Capitol rioters and so earned his Facebook ban, but the social media giant's rules are in "shambles" and need fixing, the co-chair of the network's oversight panel said.

In another shooting incident in the US, a gunman killed six people at a birthday party in Colorado before taking his on life on Sunday. Meanwhile, former president Donald Trump motivated the Capitol rioters and so earned his Facebook ban, but the social media giant's rules are in "shambles" and need fixing, the co-chair of the network's oversight panel said. Click on headlines to read more US shooting: Gunman kills six before taking his own life A gunman shot dead six people at a birthday party in Colorado, United States, before killing himself on Sunday, police said. Donald Trump 'egged on' US Capitol rioters: Facebook oversight panel co-chair Donald Trump encouraged the Capitol rioters and so earned his Facebook ban, but the social media giant's rules are in "shambles" and need fixing, the co-chair of the network's oversight panel said Sunday. 'Vaccine tourists' fly from abroad for injections on US beach A long line of people snaked across the sand of Miami Beach, Florida, as dozens of travellers from Latin America waited their turn at a pop-up coronavirus vaccination booth. US is likely 'undercounting' Covid deaths, says Dr Fauci Dr Anthony Fauci, Chief Medical Advisor to US President Joe Biden said on Saturday (local time) that it was likely that US officials have been undercounting the number of deaths due to COVID-19. His comments have come after a new report from University of Washington that says the death toll was nearly double. Russia remembers victory over Nazi Germany with parade on Red Square

Morning news brief: US shooting, Trump Facebook ban, and more

A shooting in New York's bustling Times Square injured a four-year-old girl and two women, in the latest incident of gun violence in the city.

New York Times Square shooting leaves three injured

The European Union has posted bail for Georgia's jailed opposition leader Nika Melia. The move has paved the way of his release and ending a protected political crisis in Georgia.

European Union posts to free jailed opposition leader of Georgia

Pope Francis on Sunday called for an end to violence in Jerusalem. He urged all parties to seek solution to respect the multicultural identity of the Holy City. Meanwhile, India has condemned that blast near Kabul school. The death toll is feared to increse more. In other news, Russia celebrated 76th anniversary of victory over Nazi Germany with a huge parade in Moscow's Red Square. Read this and more in today's Top 10 world news:&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-condemns-kabul-school-blasts-calls-for-dismantling-of-terrorist-sanctuaries-383929">India condemns Kabul school blasts, calls for dismantling of terrorist sanctuaries</a>

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India on Sunday condemned the "barbarous" terrorist attack on a school in Kabul and said the incident demonstrates the urgent need for dismantling terrorist sanctuaries and for a comprehensive nationwide ceasefire.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/stop-clashes-pope-francis-calls-for-end-to-violence-in-jerusalem-383901">'Stop Clashes': Pope Francis calls for end to violence in Jerusalem</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/09/194371-pope-francis-2.jpg?itok=p2qIe5FG" />Pope Francis on Sunday (May 9) gave out a call to end violence in Jerusalem. He urged all parties to seek solution to respect the multicultural identity of the Holy City. Pope Francis was speaking at his Sunday address in Peter's Square&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/colonial-pipeline-hackers-stole-large-amount-of-data-says-report-383887">Colonial Pipeline hackers stole large amount of data, says report</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2018/09/11/26518-untitled%25252520design%25252520%25252828%252529-20170727124305.jpg?itok=15EfgcbR" />The attackers, part of a cybercrime group called DarkSide and have been reported to have stolen 100 GB data in just two hours on Thursday (May 6).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/afghan-foreign-minister-meets-icc-prosecutors-to-discuss-war-crimes-investigation-383891">Afghan foreign minister meets ICC prosecutors to discuss war crimes investigation</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/09/194365-untitled-design-86.jpg?itok=gLh6y8PM" />The ICC is investigating alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity committed in&nbsp;Afghanistan since 2003 by all sides in the conflict, including by government forces, the Taliban, other armed groups, and US-led forces.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/chinese-rocket-segment-disintegrates-over-indian-ocean-383776">Chinese rocket segment disintegrates over Indian Ocean</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/06/193972-chinese-rocket.jpg?itok=wMRSRRj7" />Officials in Beijing had said there was little risk from the freefalling segment of the Long March-5B rocket, which had launched the first module of China's new space station into Earth orbit on April 29.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/as-42-countries-pitch-in-india-to-receive-100000-oxygen-cylinders-and-more-383792">As 42 countries pitch in, India to receive 100,000 oxygen cylinders, and more</a>

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Even as India battles the second wave of the covid pandemic, it has received a pledge of support from 42 countries, of which assistance from 21 countries has already arrived.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmars-junta-approves-28-billion-investment-including-gas-power-plant-383889">Myanmar's junta approves $2.8 billion investment, including gas power plant</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/02/02/181003-myanmar-army-chief-min-aung-hlaing.jpg?itok=a564PEwn" />Approvals for 15 projects were given on Friday by the Myanmar Investment Commission, according to a statement on the website of the Directorate of Investment and Company Administration.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-remembers-victory-over-nazi-germany-with-parade-on-red-square-383894">Russia remembers victory over Nazi Germany with parade on Red Square</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/09/194366-russia-moscow-red-square-parade.jpg?itok=7KEHDbnj" />The parade on Moscow's Red Square featured over 12,000 troops and more than 190 90 pieces of military hardware, including intercontinental ballistic missile launchers, and a fly-past by nearly 80 military aircraft under cloudy skies.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-up-extend-lockdown-till-may-17-metro-to-stay-suspended-in-capital-383825">Delhi, UP extend lockdown till May 17; Metro to stay suspended in capital</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2018/09/11/21237-delhi%25252520metro-20170415024237.jpg?itok=1i3pp07o" />The lockdown will now stay in place till May 17. In addition to all existing restrictions, the Delhi government has also decided to suspend metro services during this period.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/this-cat-actually-hunted-rhinos-millions-of-years-ago-383926">This cat actually hunted rhinos millions of years ago</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/09/194384-saber-toother-tiger-photo.jpg?itok=EtwmLWos" />But it appears that such a cat existed millions of years ago. And just like the saber-toothed tiger, it had fangs that protruded from its mouth.

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Pope Francis on Sunday called for an end to violence in Jerusalem. He urged all parties to seek solution to respect the multicultural identity of the Holy City. Meanwhile, India has condemned that blast near Kabul school.

Pope Francis on Sunday called for an end to violence in Jerusalem. He urged all parties to seek solution to respect the multicultural identity of the Holy City. Meanwhile, India has condemned that blast near Kabul school. The death toll is feared to increse more. In other news, Russia celebrated 76th anniversary of victory over Nazi Germany with a huge parade in Moscow's Red Square. Read this and more in today's Top 10 world news: India condemns Kabul school blasts, calls for dismantling of terrorist sanctuaries India on Sunday condemned the "barbarous" terrorist attack on a school in Kabul and said the incident demonstrates the urgent need for dismantling terrorist sanctuaries and for a comprehensive nationwide ceasefire. 'Stop Clashes': Pope Francis calls for end to violence in Jerusalem Pope Francis on Sunday (May 9) gave out a call to end violence in Jerusalem. He urged all parties to seek solution to respect the multicultural identity of the Holy City. Pope Francis was speaking at his Sunday address in Peter's Square Colonial Pipeline hackers stole large amount of data, says report The attackers, part of a cybercrime group called DarkSide and have been reported to have stolen 100 GB data in just two hours on Thursday (May 6). Afghan foreign minister meets ICC prosecutors to discuss war crimes investigation The ICC is investigating alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity committed in Afghanistan since 2003 by all sides in the conflict, including by government forces, the Taliban, other armed groups, and US-led forces. Chinese rocket segment disintegrates over Indian Ocean Officials in Beijing had said there was little risk from the freefalling segment of the Long March-5B rocket, which had launched the first module of China's new space station into Earth orbit on April 29. As 42 countries pitch in, India to receive 100,000 oxygen cylinders, and more Even as India battles the second wave of the covid pandemic, it has received a pledge of support from 42 countries, of which assistance from 21 countries has already arrived. Myanmar's junta approves $2.8 billion investment, including gas power plant Approvals for 15 projects were given on Friday by the Myanmar Investment Commission, according to a statement on the website of the Directorate of Investment and Company Administration. Russia remembers victory over Nazi Germany with parade on Red Square The parade on Moscow's Red Square featured over 12,000 troops and more than 190 90 pieces of military hardware, including intercontinental ballistic missile launchers, and a fly-past by nearly 80 military aircraft under cloudy skies. Delhi, UP extend lockdown till May 17; Metro to stay suspended in capital The lockdown will now stay in place till May 17. In addition to all existing restrictions, the Delhi government has also decided to suspend metro services during this period. This cat actually hunted rhinos millions of years ago But it appears that such a cat existed millions of years ago. And just like the saber-toothed tiger, it had fangs that protruded from its mouth.

Top 10 world news: Pope wants end to Jerusalem clashes, Afghan updates, and more

Another night of violent encounter between Israeli police and Palestinian youth has injured numerous people, and the police has made at least three arrests. Meanwhile, in the US, gun violence is on rise as another shooting took place at the busy Times Square, injuring three people.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-to-review-russian-military-might-as-tensions-with-west-soar-383768">Putin to review Russian military might as tensions with West soar</a>

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This year's parade precedes parliamentary elections in September and comes at a time when Moscow's relations with the West are acutely strained over everything.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/shooting-at-new-york-times-square-injures-3-including-a-child-383773" hreflang="en">Shooting at New York Times Square injures 3, including a child</a>

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The injured were hospitalised in Manhattan and are currently out of danger, informed New York police commissioner Dermot Shea.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jerusalem-scores-more-injured-in-another-night-of-deadly-clashes-383771" hreflang="en">Jerusalem: Scores more injured in another night of deadly clashes</a>

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Officials claim to have arrested three people who had attacked the police officers during the demonstrations, but locals disagree.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/covid-19-nepals-coronavirus-tally-hits-new-high-383755" hreflang="en">COVID-19: Nepal's Coronavirus tally hits new high</a>

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Another night of violent encounter between Israeli police and Palestinian youth has injured numerous people, and the police has made at least three arrests. Meanwhile, in the US, gun violence is on rise as another shooting took place at the busy Times Square, injuring three people.

Another night of violent encounter between Israeli police and Palestinian youth has injured numerous people, and the police has made at least three arrests. Meanwhile, in the US, gun violence is on rise as another shooting took place at the busy Times Square, injuring three people. Click on headlines to read more Putin to review Russian military might as tensions with West soar This year's parade precedes parliamentary elections in September and comes at a time when Moscow's relations with the West are acutely strained over everything. Shooting at New York Times Square injures 3, including a child The injured were hospitalised in Manhattan and are currently out of danger, informed New York police commissioner Dermot Shea. Jerusalem: Scores more injured in another night of deadly clashes Officials claim to have arrested three people who had attacked the police officers during the demonstrations, but locals disagree. COVID-19: Nepal's Coronavirus tally hits new high Gravitas Plus: A crisis that shook India

Morning news brief: Jerusalem clash continues, shooting at Times Square, and more

Spain has ended a six-month-long national state of emergency and consequently the local curfew. Teenagers and young adults poured into the streets to celebrate the relaxation of restrictions.

Spain: Barcelona residents celebrate end of emergency

Explosions caused by a car bomb and mortars outside a school in the Afghan capital Kabul on Saturday killed at least 55 people and wounded over 150, mostly female students.

Afghanistan: Car bombing at Afghan school in Kabul injures over 150, kills 55

Now activists in Germany's capital Berlin have launched an initiative to make the cities inner parts almost completely car free.

Berlin activists push for a car-free Germany

Cases are surging every minute in India while experts say lockdown could help the break chain of transmission.

Coronavirus Update: Indian government under pressure to impose a national lockdown

The world's super-rich are flocking to Dubai to escape the pandemic. Going by one estimate, the sales of luxury properties have shot up by 230%. WION’s Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: World's super-rich land in Dubai

Tensions between Israel and Palestine soared once again as Palestinian worshippers clashed with Israeli police at the Al-Aqsa Mosque.

Jerusalem Clashes: Palestinians clash with Israeli Police at Al-Aqsa Mosque

A Jersey based boat collided with the French vessel near the English Channel island where flotilla of angry french fishermen gathered for protest.

Jersey based boat collides with French patrol vessel

While Jerusalem was filled with noises of violent clashes between the Palestinian youth and Israeli police officers during the holy month of Ramadan, in the West, US President Joe Biden has imposed stricter restrictions against increasing gun violence in the US, especially on 'ghost guns'.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-calls-on-us-others-to-export-vaccines-rather-than-talk-about-ip-waiver-383578" hreflang="en">EU calls on US, others to export vaccines,&nbsp;rather than talk about IP waiver</a>

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Commission head Ursula von der Leyen told a news conference on the sidelines of a summit of EU leaders that discussions on the waiver would not produce a single dose of COVID-19 vaccine in the short- to medium-term.

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Israeli police fired rubber bullets and stun grenades on Palestinian youth present at Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem on Friday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-enforces-stricter-rules-against-ghost-guns-in-us-383594">Biden enforces stricter rules against 'ghost guns' in US</a>

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The US Justice Department has also made it compulsory for retailers to perform background checks on buyers of kits that include parts needed to make a gun at home.

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While Jerusalem was filled with noises of violent clashes between the Palestinian youth and Israeli police officers during the holy month of Ramadan, in the West, US President Joe Biden has imposed stricter restrictions against increasing gun violence in the US, especially on 'ghost guns'.

While Jerusalem was filled with noises of violent clashes between the Palestinian youth and Israeli police officers during the holy month of Ramadan, in the West, US President Joe Biden has imposed stricter restrictions against increasing gun violence in the US, especially on 'ghost guns'. Click on headlines to read more EU calls on US, others to export vaccines, rather than talk about IP waiver Commission head Ursula von der Leyen told a news conference on the sidelines of a summit of EU leaders that discussions on the waiver would not produce a single dose of COVID-19 vaccine in the short- to medium-term. Jerusalem: Violent encounter injures 178 Palestinians and 6 police officers Israeli police fired rubber bullets and stun grenades on Palestinian youth present at Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem on Friday. Biden enforces stricter rules against 'ghost guns' in US The US Justice Department has also made it compulsory for retailers to perform background checks on buyers of kits that include parts needed to make a gun at home. Gravitas: These bees can detect COVID-19 India's COVID surge: Why Children could be at risk

Morning news brief: Jerusalem's violent clash, vaccine export, and more

After hundreds of Palestinians were injured due to Israeli Police's firing rubber bullets and stun grenades at protestors,&nbsp;during the clashes at Islam's third holiest site,&nbsp;Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa mosque and around East Jerusalem, Turkey has now accused Israel of terror against its Palestinian population. Meanwhile, Nepal Prime Minister KP Oli, summoned an emergency meeting at his residence amidst Nepal's COVID-19 crisis. In other news, Joanne Anderson becomes the first black woman to be directly-elected Mayor in the UK, and the first female Mayor of Liverpool.&nbsp;Read this and more in today's Top 10 World News:

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-seals-deal-for-more-18-billion-pfizerbiontech-covid-vaccine-doses-383700">EU seals deal for more 1.8 billion Pfizer/BioNTech Covid vaccine doses</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2019/05/24/95727-untitled-design-88.jpg?itok=uG0jko-v" />The European Union has concluded deal for upto 1.8 billion extra doses of Pfizer/BioNTech Covid vaccine. European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen made the announcement on Twitter as she attended an EU summit in Portugal.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pakistan-saudi-arabia-to-reset-strained-ties-383720">Pakistan, Saudi Arabia to reset strained ties</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/08/194288-pakistan-saudi-arabia.jpg?itok=aLAaEXIM" />Saudi Arabia and its long-standing ally Pakistan on Saturday signed several agreements on Saturday. Both countries have vowed to reser ties which have been strained over policy disagreements on Kashmir issue.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkey-accuses-israel-of-terror-over-palestinian-clashes-at-al-aqsa-383725">Turkey accuses Israel of 'terror' over Palestinian clashes at Al-Aqsa</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/08/194291-untitled-design-68.jpg?itok=oVHfyoxz" />The clashes at Islam's third holiest site and around East Jerusalem, which injured 205 Palestinians and 17 police officers, came amid mounting anger over the potential eviction of Palestinians from homes on land claimed by Jewish settlers.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pandemic-political-instability-economic-crisis-rattles-nepal-383631">Pandemic, political instability, economic crisis rattles Nepal &nbsp;</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2018/09/12/43513-nepal-20180313053931.jpg?itok=I-0DVxvN" />Coronavirus cases in Nepal are skyrocketing and hospitals in the country are overwhelmed with the huge influx of COVID-19 patients. Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli is seeking help from other nations and also is under pressure because of the political crisis that is looming over his government.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/covid-19-surge-in-india-heartbreaking-us-determined-to-help-the-country-vp-kamala-harris-383627">COVID-19 surge in India heartbreaking; US determined to help the country: VP Kamala Harris</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/04/27/192886-untitled-design-6.jpg?itok=MulicdEv" />Pledging that the Biden administration is determined to help India in its hour of need, Harris said that the entire government machinery has been galvanised to help the country in this hour of crisis.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-eu-leadership-summit-world-leaders-shower-praise-on-india-383736">India-EU Leadership Summit: World leaders shower praise on India</a>

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The first-ever India-EU summit comprising of India and 27 EU member states began on Saturday. World leaders showered praise on India. These included French President Emmanuel Macron who said India did not need to "listen to lectures from anyone" and Portuguese Prime Minister António Costa who himself is an Overseas Citizen of India. He spoke about his OCI card with pride.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/nepal-pm-summons-emergency-cabinet-meeting-383709">Nepal PM summons emergency cabinet meeting</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2018/09/12/35317-kp%25252520oli-20171210033412.JPG?itok=KnNnnNET" />Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli called an emergency cabinet meeting at his official residence in Baluwatar on Saturday evening which was likely to discuss the COVID-19 crisis.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/anti-covid-drug-by-indias-defence-research-and-development-organisation-gets-regulator-nod-383728">Anti-Covid drug by India's Defence Research and Development Organisation gets regulator nod</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/06/02/142894-untitled-design.jpg?itok=kjfhC8ZS" />Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) has given its approval to an anti-Covid drug developed by Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). The drug has been approved for emergency use as an adjunct therapy in moderate to severe coronavirus cases.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-rocket-to-tumble-back-to-earth-in-uncontrolled-re-entry-383608">Chinese rocket to tumble back to Earth in uncontrolled re-entry</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/07/194194-untitled-design-50.jpg?itok=P_IGA7RF" />A Long March-5B&nbsp;rocket&nbsp;launched the first module of China's new space station into Eart orbit on April 29. Its 18-tonne main segment is now in freefall and experts have said it is difficult to say precisely where and when it will re-enter the atmosphere.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/city-of-firsts-liverpool-elects-first-ever-black-female-mayor-383649">'City of firsts': Liverpool elects first ever black female mayor</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/05/08/194264-joanne-anderson.jpg?itok=Da1sDKOg" />These are times when a positive change is taking over the world and one such example is of Liverpool which has collectively elected its first-ever Black female mayor.

After hundreds of Palestinians were injured due to Israeli Police's firing rubber bullets and stun grenades at protestors, during the clashes at Islam's third holiest site, Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa mosque and around East Jerusalem, Turkey has now accused Israel of terror against its Palestinian population.

After hundreds of Palestinians were injured due to Israeli Police's firing rubber bullets and stun grenades at protestors, during the clashes at Islam's third holiest site, Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa mosque and around East Jerusalem, Turkey has now accused Israel of terror against its Palestinian population. Meanwhile, Nepal Prime Minister KP Oli, summoned an emergency meeting at his residence amidst Nepal's COVID-19 crisis. In other news, Joanne Anderson becomes the first black woman to be directly-elected Mayor in the UK, and the first female Mayor of Liverpool. Read this and more in today's Top 10 World News: EU seals deal for more 1.8 billion Pfizer/BioNTech Covid vaccine doses The European Union has concluded deal for upto 1.8 billion extra doses of Pfizer/BioNTech Covid vaccine. European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen made the announcement on Twitter as she attended an EU summit in Portugal. Pakistan, Saudi Arabia to reset strained ties Saudi Arabia and its long-standing ally Pakistan on Saturday signed several agreements on Saturday. Both countries have vowed to reser ties which have been strained over policy disagreements on Kashmir issue. Turkey accuses Israel of 'terror' over Palestinian clashes at Al-Aqsa The clashes at Islam's third holiest site and around East Jerusalem, which injured 205 Palestinians and 17 police officers, came amid mounting anger over the potential eviction of Palestinians from homes on land claimed by Jewish settlers. Pandemic, political instability, economic crisis rattles Nepal Coronavirus cases in Nepal are skyrocketing and hospitals in the country are overwhelmed with the huge influx of COVID-19 patients. Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli is seeking help from other nations and also is under pressure because of the political crisis that is looming over his government. COVID-19 surge in India heartbreaking; US determined to help the country: VP Kamala Harris Pledging that the Biden administration is determined to help India in its hour of need, Harris said that the entire government machinery has been galvanised to help the country in this hour of crisis. India-EU Leadership Summit: World leaders shower praise on India The first-ever India-EU summit comprising of India and 27 EU member states began on Saturday. World leaders showered praise on India. These included French President Emmanuel Macron who said India did not need to "listen to lectures from anyone" and Portuguese Prime Minister António Costa who himself is an Overseas Citizen of India. He spoke about his OCI card with pride. Nepal PM summons emergency cabinet meeting Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli called an emergency cabinet meeting at his official residence in Baluwatar on Saturday evening which was likely to discuss the COVID-19 crisis. Anti-Covid drug by India's Defence Research and Development Organisation gets regulator nod Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) has given its approval to an anti-Covid drug developed by Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). The drug has been approved for emergency use as an adjunct therapy in moderate to severe coronavirus cases. Chinese rocket to tumble back to Earth in uncontrolled re-entry A Long March-5B rocket launched the first module of China's new space station into Eart orbit on April 29. Its 18-tonne main segment is now in freefall and experts have said it is difficult to say precisely where and when it will re-enter the atmosphere. 'City of firsts': Liverpool elects first ever black female mayor These are times when a positive change is taking over the world and one such example is of Liverpool which has collectively elected its first-ever Black female mayor.

Top 10 World News: Nepal stands rattled, Turkey's accuses Israel and more

India has reported over 400,000 cases for the third consecutive day in a row and over 4,000 deaths.

Coronavirus Update: India records highest death-toll ever

India's deadly COVID-19 second wave is making global headlines. India's young generation has turned to applications to save lives.

Coronavirus Update: India's young turn to apps to save lives

Hundreds of protesters in Brazil's Rio De Janeiro took to the streets against the police action which killed 27 drug traffickers.

Brazil: Protesters accuse cops of attacking black majority slum

After a long Gap India and European Union are all set to resume talks on a comprehensive free trade agreement from today.

Crucial India-EU Summit: India, European Union to hold key virtual trade talks

Germany has opposed US' move to&nbsp;waive patents on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">coronavirus vaccines</a>&nbsp;almost a day after Joe Biden lent his support to the India-led fight. Meanwhile, in the US, the&nbsp;Florida governor, Ron DeSantis, has signed a bill imposing new limits on voting by mail and using ballot drop boxes. Making sure the social media platform is not misused ever again for propaganda or false information, Twitter&nbsp;has suspended several accounts that are trying to evade its ban on former president&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/donald-trump">Donald Trum</a>p by promoting his content.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-germany-rift-on-covid-vaccine-waiver-endangers-fight-against-deadly-virus-383349" hreflang="en">US-Germany rift on Covid vaccine waiver endangers fight against deadly virus</a>

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After the United States gave its nod to waive patents on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">coronavirus vaccines</a>, Germany strongly opposed the move on Thursday.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-eu-virtual-summit-talks-on-fta-to-resume-focus-on-dealing-covid-crisis-383347" hreflang="en">India-EU virtual summit: Talks on FTA to resume, focus on dealing Covid crisis</a>

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The summit that takes place around 5 pm IST will see Indian PM along with Heads of State or Government of all the 27 EU Member States present.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/twitter-suspends-several-accounts-that-tried-promoting-donald-trumps-content-383358">Twitter suspends several accounts that tried promoting Donald Trump's content</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/twitter">Twitter&nbsp;</a>on Thursday announced that it has suspended several accounts that are trying to evade its ban on former president&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/donald-trump">Donald Trum</a>p by promoting his content.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/florida-governor-tightens-restrictions-on-mail-voting-and-ballot-drop-boxes-383352" hreflang="en">Florida governor tightens restrictions on mail voting and ballot drop boxes</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/bangladesh-sends-10000-vials-of-beximcos-remdesivir-to-india-383355" hreflang="en">Bangladesh sends 10,000 vials of Beximco's Remdesivir to India</a>

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Germany has opposed US' move to waive patents on coronavirus vaccines almost a day after Joe Biden lent his support to the India-led fight. Meanwhile, in the US, the Florida governor, Ron DeSantis, has signed a bill imposing new limits on voting by mail and using ballot drop boxes.

Germany has opposed US' move to waive patents on coronavirus vaccines almost a day after Joe Biden lent his support to the India-led fight. Meanwhile, in the US, the Florida governor, Ron DeSantis, has signed a bill imposing new limits on voting by mail and using ballot drop boxes. Making sure the social media platform is not misused ever again for propaganda or false information, Twitter has suspended several accounts that are trying to evade its ban on former president Donald Trump by promoting his content. Click on headlines to read more US-Germany rift on Covid vaccine waiver endangers fight against deadly virus After the United States gave its nod to waive patents on coronavirus vaccines, Germany strongly opposed the move on Thursday. India-EU virtual summit: Talks on FTA to resume, focus on dealing Covid crisis The summit that takes place around 5 pm IST will see Indian PM along with Heads of State or Government of all the 27 EU Member States present. Twitter suspends several accounts that tried promoting Donald Trump's content Twitter on Thursday announced that it has suspended several accounts that are trying to evade its ban on former president Donald Trump by promoting his content. Florida governor tightens restrictions on mail voting and ballot drop boxes Bangladesh sends 10,000 vials of Beximco's Remdesivir to India

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