16 years old Mariem Chourak considers wearing Hijab as an expression of her devotion. But a proposal by french senators might soon deny her freedom to do so in public spaces.

France: French Muslim women rise up against proposed ban

The United States sent&nbsp;reinforcements&nbsp;after the Taliban captured&nbsp;Dahla dam in Afghanistan's Arghandab on Friday. Meanwhile, Red Cross has warned&nbsp;Nepal of the possibility of a severe crisis, calling the current scenario in India a horrifying preview of&nbsp;Nepal's future. In a blow to the Nepal&nbsp;tourism,&nbsp;30 sick climbers infected with coronavirus-like symptoms had to be&nbsp;evacuated from the foot of Mount&nbsp;Everest. In other news, in spite of the&nbsp;840,000 recorded cases,&nbsp;Pakistan continues to witness waves of faithful at its mosques.&nbsp;Read this and much more in our Top 10 World News.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/afghanistan-us-sends-reinforcements-to-exiting-troops-as-taliban-captures-second-biggest-dam-383430">Afghanistan: US sends reinforcements to exiting troops as Taliban captures second-biggest dam</a>

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Dahla Dam, which provides irrigation to farmers via a network of canals as well as drinking water for the provincial capital of Kandahar, has been taken over by the group.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/covid-19-after-backlash-australia-to-send-repatriation-flights-for-stranded-citizens-in-india-383399">COVID-19: After backlash, Australia to send repatriation flights for stranded citizens in India</a>

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Australia’s recent decision on border closure has attracted a lot of criticism, especially on humanitarian grounds. After facing backlash about the strict punishment for the people returning from India, the Australian government has decided to lift the ban and start repatriation flights for citizens stuck in India from May 15.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/as-covid-cases-in-nepal-rise-red-cross-warns-of-looming-threat-of-severe-crisis-383448">As Covid cases in Nepal rise, Red Cross warns of looming threat of severe crisis</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/03/12/132529-untitled-design-34.jpg?itok=6RjeBH_M" />As many as 44 per cent of Nepal's Covid tests came back positive last weekend, as per government data quoted by the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), warning of a severe crisis.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/covid-threatens-everest-climbing-comeback-plans-as-infections-rise-383416">Covid threatens Everest climbing comeback plans as infections rise</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/05/10/139972-mt-everest-reuters.jpg?itok=0_QMOXp2" />More than 30 sick climbers have been evacuated from the foot of Mount&nbsp;Everest, raising fears that coronavirus may scupper a hoped-for bumper season on the world's highest mountain.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/mosques-full-despite-pakistans-covid-third-wave-383374">Mosques full despite Pakistan's Covid third wave</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/07/31/152389-eid-celebrations-2.jpg?itok=kPVMk79V" />Schools and restaurants have closed, shops pull down their shutters early every evening, and the military has been mobilised to combat the spread of coronavirus -- but night after night the faithful flock to&nbsp;mosques&nbsp;across&nbsp;Pakistan&nbsp;for prayers.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-regulators-advise-under-40s-to-get-alternative-to-astrazeneca-vaccine-383489">UK regulators advise under-40s to get alternative to AstraZeneca vaccine</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/03/12/186850-astrazeneca.jpg?itok=KJqdQd91" />According to the&nbsp;UK&nbsp;government regulators, under-40s in the country are being offered&nbsp;an alternative to&nbsp;AstraZeneca&nbsp;jabs amid concern over rare blood clots.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/version-of-covid-variant-first-detected-in-india-spreading-rapidly-in-uk-report-383422">Version of Covid variant first detected in India spreading rapidly in UK: Report</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/07/24/151251-corona-uk-reu.jpg?itok=HLzKEQPj" />The report said over 500 cases of B.1.617.2 are believed to be found in England with the highest levels detected in London and the northwest of England.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-logs-414000-new-covid-19-cases-in-new-grim-record-death-toll-at-234083-383383">India logs 414,000 new COVID-19 cases in new grim record; death toll at 234,083</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/04/29/193124-untitled-design-11.jpg?itok=32NobVtd" />With a record 4,14,188 new coronavirus infections being reported in a day, India's total tally of COVID-19 cases climbed to 2,14,91,598, while the active cases crossed the 36-lakh mark, according to the Union Health Ministry data updated on Friday.

<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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Twitter&nbsp;on Thursday announced that it has suspended several accounts that are trying to evade its ban on former president&nbsp;Donald Trump by promoting his content.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/i-felt-really-heavy-astronauts-describe-returning-to-earth-on-spacex-capsule-383388">'I felt really heavy': Astronauts describe returning to Earth on SpaceX capsule</a>

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A&nbsp;SpaceX&nbsp;Crew Dragon&nbsp;capsule&nbsp;carrying the crew back to&nbsp;Earth&nbsp;splashed down off Florida early Sunday in NASA's first nighttime ocean landing in more than 50 years.

The United States sent reinforcements after the Taliban captured Dahla dam in Afghanistan's Arghandab on Friday. Meanwhile, Red Cross has warned Nepal of the possibility of a severe crisis, calling the current scenario in India a horrifying preview of Nepal's future.

The United States sent reinforcements after the Taliban captured Dahla dam in Afghanistan's Arghandab on Friday. Meanwhile, Red Cross has warned Nepal of the possibility of a severe crisis, calling the current scenario in India a horrifying preview of Nepal's future. In a blow to the Nepal tourism, 30 sick climbers infected with coronavirus-like symptoms had to be evacuated from the foot of Mount Everest. In other news, in spite of the 840,000 recorded cases, Pakistan continues to witness waves of faithful at its mosques. Read this and much more in our Top 10 World News. Afghanistan: US sends reinforcements to exiting troops as Taliban captures second-biggest dam Dahla Dam, which provides irrigation to farmers via a network of canals as well as drinking water for the provincial capital of Kandahar, has been taken over by the group. COVID-19: After backlash, Australia to send repatriation flights for stranded citizens in India Australia’s recent decision on border closure has attracted a lot of criticism, especially on humanitarian grounds. After facing backlash about the strict punishment for the people returning from India, the Australian government has decided to lift the ban and start repatriation flights for citizens stuck in India from May 15. As Covid cases in Nepal rise, Red Cross warns of looming threat of severe crisis As many as 44 per cent of Nepal's Covid tests came back positive last weekend, as per government data quoted by the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), warning of a severe crisis. Covid threatens Everest climbing comeback plans as infections rise More than 30 sick climbers have been evacuated from the foot of Mount Everest, raising fears that coronavirus may scupper a hoped-for bumper season on the world's highest mountain. Mosques full despite Pakistan's Covid third wave Schools and restaurants have closed, shops pull down their shutters early every evening, and the military has been mobilised to combat the spread of coronavirus -- but night after night the faithful flock to mosques across Pakistan for prayers. UK regulators advise under-40s to get alternative to AstraZeneca vaccine According to the UK government regulators, under-40s in the country are being offered an alternative to AstraZeneca jabs amid concern over rare blood clots. Version of Covid variant first detected in India spreading rapidly in UK: Report The report said over 500 cases of B.1.617.2 are believed to be found in England with the highest levels detected in London and the northwest of England. India logs 414,000 new COVID-19 cases in new grim record; death toll at 234,083 With a record 4,14,188 new coronavirus infections being reported in a day, India's total tally of COVID-19 cases climbed to 2,14,91,598, while the active cases crossed the 36-lakh mark, according to the Union Health Ministry data updated on Friday. 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. 'I felt really heavy': Astronauts describe returning to Earth on SpaceX capsule A SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule carrying the crew back to Earth splashed down off Florida early Sunday in NASA's first nighttime ocean landing in more than 50 years.

Top 10 world news: Taliban captures Afghanistan dam, Red cross warns Nepal, and more

Parliament speaker and former President of Maldives Mohamed Nasheed has been injured in a terrorist attack near his residence. According to reports, Islamic state has taken responsibility for the attack.

News Alert: Maldives Speaker Mohd Nasheed’s condition critical post surgeries

India has recorded over 400,000 cases for second day in a row and close to 4,000 deaths. In the last 24 hours, India has recorded 414,188 cases, and 3915 deaths.

Coronavirus Update: India records highest single day case rise once again

Maldives, the island nation famous among Indians for spending leisure time. As India records the deadly second wave, there are travel restrictions in place on Indian holiday makers. Cases are surging in other countries as well as of now. So what happens to the tourism sector of Maldives?

Maldives' Minister of Tourism Dr Abdulla Mausoom speaks to WION

A sixth-grade girl pulled a handgun from a backpack at her eastern Idaho school and opened fire, hitting two fellow students and a member of school staff.

Idaho School Shooting: 6th grade student brings gun to schools

As part of the getting America back on track tour, US President Joe Biden visited the storm battered Louisiana.

United States: President Joe Biden touts $115 Billion investment plan

Calmer protests are being witnessed in the Colombia. Colombian government called for dialogue with protest leaders.

Colombia: Ninth day of consecutive protests, industry groups warn of fuel shortages

US President Joe Biden has supported India's request for&nbsp;global waiver on patent protections for&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">coronavirus vaccines</a>&nbsp;in the pandemic, even though Washington feels&nbsp;intellectual property rights are important for businesses. Meanwhile, one of the largest study has found the Pfizer vaccine is 95 per cent effective against the virus, and these numbers significantly drop when only one of the two prescribed doses are taken.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-backs-india-led-fight-to-waive-covid-vaccines-patents-383092" hreflang="en">US backs India-led fight to waive Covid vaccines patents</a>

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The Biden administration on Wednesday decided to back the India-led fight for a global waiver on patent protections for&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">coronavirus vaccines</a>.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/largest-study-on-pfizer-covid-vaccine-says-drug-offers-over-95-protection-383099">Largest study on Pfizer Covid vaccine says drug offers over 95% protection</a>

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The study found that the two shots of the vaccine provide 95.3 per cent protection against infection and 96.7 per cent protection against death seven days after the second dose.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nothing-do-with-austerity-drive-claims-mexican-president-after-metro-crash-383102" hreflang="en">'Nothing do with austerity drive', claims Mexican President after metro crash</a>

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As the grieving families started burying their loved ones after the crash, Obrador denied accusations made at him by the employers' association Coparmex, who claim the crash took place due to ignorance of repeated warnings and major cuts in the maintenance budget.

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US President Joe Biden has supported India's request for global waiver on patent protections for coronavirus vaccines in the pandemic, even though Washington feels intellectual property rights are important for businesses.

US President Joe Biden has supported India's request for global waiver on patent protections for coronavirus vaccines in the pandemic, even though Washington feels intellectual property rights are important for businesses. Meanwhile, one of the largest study has found the Pfizer vaccine is 95 per cent effective against the virus, and these numbers significantly drop when only one of the two prescribed doses are taken. Click on headlines to read more US backs India-led fight to waive Covid vaccines patents The Biden administration on Wednesday decided to back the India-led fight for a global waiver on patent protections for coronavirus vaccines. Largest study on Pfizer Covid vaccine says drug offers over 95% protection The study found that the two shots of the vaccine provide 95.3 per cent protection against infection and 96.7 per cent protection against death seven days after the second dose. 'Nothing do with austerity drive', claims Mexican President after metro crash As the grieving families started burying their loved ones after the crash, Obrador denied accusations made at him by the employers' association Coparmex, who claim the crash took place due to ignorance of repeated warnings and major cuts in the maintenance budget. Facebook's oversight board upholds Donald Trump's suspension UK puts $40 mn into Porton Down labs to boost Coronavirus vaccines research

Morning news brief: Biden backs India, Pfizer 95% effective, and more

A National Intelligence Council document claims the views of the Taliban leaders and members have not changed since 2001,&nbsp;when the US intervened to restore peace in Afghanistan and that the return of Taliban would be harmful to women's rights. Meanwhile&nbsp;in Nepal, K P Sharma Oli-led government&nbsp;lost its majority support in the House of Representatives after the CPN (Maoist Center) led by Pushpakamal Dahal "Prachanda" officially withdrew support to it.

Click on the headline to read the full story.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/return-of-taliban-in-afghanistan-harmful-for-womens-rights-us-report-382853">Return of Taliban in Afghanistan harmful for women's rights: US report</a>

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As the&nbsp;US troops withdraw from Afghanistan,&nbsp;experts fear the Taliban’s return to the South Asian country will undo all the progress made in women’s rights and equality over the years.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/nepals-oli-government-loses-majority-support-after-maoist-party-withdraws-support-383010">Nepal's Oli government loses majority support after Maoist party withdraws support</a>

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The party decided to withdraw support to the Oli government as the government had breached the Constitution and the government's recent activities have posed threat to democratic procedures and national sovereignty.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-japan-south-korea-pledge-cooperation-toward-denuclearisation-of-north-korea-382994">US, Japan, South Korea pledge cooperation toward denuclearisation of North Korea</a>

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The United States, South Korea, and Japan pledged Wednesday to cooperate on North Korea as their top diplomats met in London, coming together despite renewed tensions between the Asian nations.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taipei-to-dispatch-military-aircraft-ships-to-counter-chinese-activities-in-taiwan-strait-382948">Taipei to dispatch military aircraft, ships to counter Chinese activities in Taiwan Strait</a>

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Beijing claims full sovereignty over Taiwan, a democracy of almost 24 million people located off the southeastern coast of mainland China, despite the fact that the two sides have been governed separately for more than seven decades.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/us-tracking-out-of-control-wreckage-of-chinese-rocket-falling-back-to-earth-382988">US tracking out-of-control wreckage of Chinese rocket falling back to Earth</a>

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The debris of China's Long March 5B rocket, which last week launched the core module of the country's space station, is set to re-enter the earth's atmosphere this weekend, raising concerns where it could fall and the potential damage it could cause.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/us-lawmakers-launch-freethevaccine-campaign-in-support-of-india-south-africa-382943">US lawmakers launch #FreeTheVaccine campaign in support of India, South Africa</a> &nbsp;

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More than 100 Democratic Congressmen, along with a large number of policy activists and rights bodies, launched the campaign on Tuesday, a day before the crucial meeting of the WTO General Council in Geneva.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-reused-covid-19-nasal-swabs-scam-busted-at-airport-383020">Indonesia: Reused COVID-19 nasal swabs scam busted at airport</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/10/02/162781-nasal-swab-test.jpg?itok=dYJuNAZa" />According to local police, at least 9,000 passengers may have been tested with the swabs which were reportedly washed and reused.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-accounts-for-46-per-cent-of-worlds-new-covid-19-cases-quarter-of-deaths-who-382992">India accounts for 46 per cent of world's new COVID-19 cases, quarter of deaths: WHO</a>

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The surge of the coronavirus in&nbsp;India, including of a highly infectious new variant first identified there, has seen hospitals runs out of beds and oxygen, and morgues and crematoriums overflowing.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/facebook-oversight-board-upholds-ban-on-donald-trump-383012">Facebook oversight board upholds ban on Donald Trump</a>

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Facebook's independent oversight board on Wednesday upheld&nbsp;the platform's ban of former US President Donald Trump in a case that sets a precedent for how social media handles harmful content from world leaders.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-threatens-to-turn-lights-off-in-jersey-over-brexit-fish-row-382978" hreflang="en">France threatens to turn lights off in Jersey over Brexit fish row</a>

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France on Wednesday threatened to&nbsp;cut power supplies to the British Channel Island of Jersey if its fishermen are not granted full access to UK fishing waters under the post-Brexit trading terms.

A National Intelligence Council document claims the views of the Taliban leaders and members have not changed since 2001, when the US intervened to restore peace in Afghanistan and that the return of Taliban would be harmful to women's rights.

A National Intelligence Council document claims the views of the Taliban leaders and members have not changed since 2001, when the US intervened to restore peace in Afghanistan and that the return of Taliban would be harmful to women's rights. Meanwhile in Nepal, K P Sharma Oli-led government lost its majority support in the House of Representatives after the CPN (Maoist Center) led by Pushpakamal Dahal "Prachanda" officially withdrew support to it. Click on the headline to read the full story. Return of Taliban in Afghanistan harmful for women's rights: US report As the US troops withdraw from Afghanistan, experts fear the Taliban’s return to the South Asian country will undo all the progress made in women’s rights and equality over the years. Nepal's Oli government loses majority support after Maoist party withdraws support The party decided to withdraw support to the Oli government as the government had breached the Constitution and the government's recent activities have posed threat to democratic procedures and national sovereignty. US, Japan, South Korea pledge cooperation toward denuclearisation of North Korea The United States, South Korea, and Japan pledged Wednesday to cooperate on North Korea as their top diplomats met in London, coming together despite renewed tensions between the Asian nations. Taipei to dispatch military aircraft, ships to counter Chinese activities in Taiwan Strait Beijing claims full sovereignty over Taiwan, a democracy of almost 24 million people located off the southeastern coast of mainland China, despite the fact that the two sides have been governed separately for more than seven decades. US tracking out-of-control wreckage of Chinese rocket falling back to Earth The debris of China's Long March 5B rocket, which last week launched the core module of the country's space station, is set to re-enter the earth's atmosphere this weekend, raising concerns where it could fall and the potential damage it could cause. US lawmakers launch #FreeTheVaccine campaign in support of India, South Africa More than 100 Democratic Congressmen, along with a large number of policy activists and rights bodies, launched the campaign on Tuesday, a day before the crucial meeting of the WTO General Council in Geneva. Indonesia: Reused COVID-19 nasal swabs scam busted at airport According to local police, at least 9,000 passengers may have been tested with the swabs which were reportedly washed and reused. India accounts for 46 per cent of world's new COVID-19 cases, quarter of deaths: WHO The surge of the coronavirus in India, including of a highly infectious new variant first identified there, has seen hospitals runs out of beds and oxygen, and morgues and crematoriums overflowing. Facebook oversight board upholds ban on Donald Trump Facebook's independent oversight board on Wednesday upheld the platform's ban of former US President Donald Trump in a case that sets a precedent for how social media handles harmful content from world leaders. France threatens to turn lights off in Jersey over Brexit fish row France on Wednesday threatened to cut power supplies to the British Channel Island of Jersey if its fishermen are not granted full access to UK fishing waters under the post-Brexit trading terms.

Top 10 world news: Facebook oversight board upholds ban on Donald Trump, Nepal's Oli govt loses majority support and more

Iran Nuclear Deal have wrapped up with the third round of negotiations. Diplomates from Russia, China, France, Germany and the UK met in Vienna.

Iran Nuclear Deal: Third round of negotiations concluded

In Argentina, a Medical Board appointed to investigate Football icon Maradona’s death who has concluded that the Football star medical team acted an inappropriate deficient and reckless manner.

Argentina: Medical Board appointed to investigate Maradona’s death

European Union regulators have accused Apple of violating the antitrust laws. EU has said that Apple has distorted competition in music streaming.

EU regulators accuse Apple of violating the Antitrust Laws

Explosions blasted off throughout Myanmar’s largest city Yangon yesterday as protesters held flash marches for democracy, defying a brutal junta that has held onto power for three blood-drenched months.

Myanmar Coup: Protesters hold flash marches in Yangon for democracy

In what is being believed to be an&nbsp;attack by&nbsp;the resurgent&nbsp;Taliban,&nbsp;Gasoline tanker trucks burst into flames in Kabul overnight, killing at least seven people, injuring 14&nbsp;and starting large fires which caused power cuts to some parts of the Afghan capital. Meanwhile in India, PM Narendra Modi held&nbsp;a virtual meeting with experts to review oxygen and medicine supplies available in the country,&nbsp;He also reviewed the human resource situation, in relation to the&nbsp;COVID-19 pandemic, and ways to augment it.

Read this and much more in our Top 10 World News.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/roaring-tanker-fire-kills-7-injures-14-in-afghanistan-capital-382083">Roaring tanker fire kills 7, injures 14 in Afghanistan capital</a>

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The tankers were parked in northern Kabul and burst into flames late on Saturday, according to the Ministry of Interior. Fourteen people were injured.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/covid-19-pm-modi-reviews-oxygen-and-medicine-availability-382200">COVID-19: PM Modi reviews oxygen and medicine availability</a>

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According to government sources, the Prime Minister reviewed the matter of augmenting human resources for effective management of COVID-19 in the country today.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/seven-day-lockdown-in-haryana-from-monday-382217">Seven-day lockdown in Haryana from Monday</a>

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To break the chain of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">coronavirus</a>&nbsp;transmission in the state, the Haryana government on Sunday announced a weeklong lockdown starting Monday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/g7-to-come-up-with-mechanism-to-quickly-counter-russian-propaganda-uks-raab-says-382204">G7 to come up with mechanism to quickly counter Russian 'propaganda', UK's Raab says</a>

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Currently, G7 foreign ministers are set to meet in London, marking the first such in person meeting in two years owing to the precautions in place for the COVID-19 pandemic.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/myanmars-young-demonstrators-march-to-demand-spring-revolution-382228">Myanmar's young demonstrators march to demand 'spring revolution'</a>

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As Myanmar entered its fourth month since the military coup, demonstrators gathered on a street corner in Yangon to demand a "spring revolution" and asked for freedom from the military regime.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/irans-treatment-of-dual-national-nazanin-zaghari-ratcliffe-is-torture-uk-382186">Iran's treatment of dual national Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe is 'torture': UK</a>

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"I think it amounts to torture the way she's being treated, and there is a very clear, unequivocal obligation on the Iranians to release her," Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab told BBC television.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-defends-cut-in-aid-after-un-warns-of-deadly-impact-382257">UK defends cut in aid after UN warns of deadly impact</a>

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Britain defended cuts to its aid spending saying that the monetary allocation was having a negative impact on its budget. The stand has been taken even after several UN agencies warned that cutting aid would translate into thousands of deaths among the world's poor.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/phase-3-vaccination-over-86000-received-first-dose-on-may-1-in-india-382206">Phase-3 vaccination: Over 86,000 received first dose on May 1&nbsp;in India</a>

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The cumulative number of COVID-19 vaccine doses administered in the country has crossed 15,68,16,031 as the phase-3 of the nationwide vaccination drive commenced on Saturday.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/what-virus-packed-crowds-attend-music-festival-in-chinas-almost-virus-free-wuhan-382237">'What virus?': Packed crowds attend music festival in China's 'almost virus-free' Wuhan</a>

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As the world struggles to control the deadly coronavirus pandemic, Wuhan hosted its first open-air music festival on&nbsp;May 01. Similar “Strawberry&nbsp;Music&nbsp;Festival” events are being held in other cities across China, including Beijing, during the country's five-day national holiday.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/trillions-of-cicadas-to-emerge-after-spending-nearly-2-decades-underground-382220">'Trillions' of cicadas to emerge after spending nearly 2 decades underground</a>

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One can expect the insects to shed their skins and emerge from the ground to participate in a month-long mating ritual.&nbsp; And it’s expected to be quite a performance. The cicadas climb trees as part of the mating rituals and also sing mating songs as loud as 100 decibels!

In what is being believed to be an attack by the resurgent Taliban, Gasoline tanker trucks burst into flames in Kabul overnight, killing at least seven people, injuring 14 and starting large fires which caused power cuts to some parts of the Afghan capital.

In what is being believed to be an attack by the resurgent Taliban, Gasoline tanker trucks burst into flames in Kabul overnight, killing at least seven people, injuring 14 and starting large fires which caused power cuts to some parts of the Afghan capital. Meanwhile in India, PM Narendra Modi held a virtual meeting with experts to review oxygen and medicine supplies available in the country, He also reviewed the human resource situation, in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic, and ways to augment it. Read this and much more in our Top 10 World News. Roaring tanker fire kills 7, injures 14 in Afghanistan capital The tankers were parked in northern Kabul and burst into flames late on Saturday, according to the Ministry of Interior. Fourteen people were injured. COVID-19: PM Modi reviews oxygen and medicine availability According to government sources, the Prime Minister reviewed the matter of augmenting human resources for effective management of COVID-19 in the country today. Seven-day lockdown in Haryana from Monday To break the chain of coronavirus transmission in the state, the Haryana government on Sunday announced a weeklong lockdown starting Monday. G7 to come up with mechanism to quickly counter Russian 'propaganda', UK's Raab says Currently, G7 foreign ministers are set to meet in London, marking the first such in person meeting in two years owing to the precautions in place for the COVID-19 pandemic. Myanmar's young demonstrators march to demand 'spring revolution' As Myanmar entered its fourth month since the military coup, demonstrators gathered on a street corner in Yangon to demand a "spring revolution" and asked for freedom from the military regime. Iran's treatment of dual national Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe is 'torture': UK "I think it amounts to torture the way she's being treated, and there is a very clear, unequivocal obligation on the Iranians to release her," Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab told BBC television. UK defends cut in aid after UN warns of deadly impact Britain defended cuts to its aid spending saying that the monetary allocation was having a negative impact on its budget. The stand has been taken even after several UN agencies warned that cutting aid would translate into thousands of deaths among the world's poor. Phase-3 vaccination: Over 86,000 received first dose on May 1 in India The cumulative number of COVID-19 vaccine doses administered in the country has crossed 15,68,16,031 as the phase-3 of the nationwide vaccination drive commenced on Saturday. 'What virus?': Packed crowds attend music festival in China's 'almost virus-free' Wuhan As the world struggles to control the deadly coronavirus pandemic, Wuhan hosted its first open-air music festival on May 01. Similar “Strawberry Music Festival” events are being held in other cities across China, including Beijing, during the country's five-day national holiday. 'Trillions' of cicadas to emerge after spending nearly 2 decades underground One can expect the insects to shed their skins and emerge from the ground to participate in a month-long mating ritual. And it’s expected to be quite a performance. The cicadas climb trees as part of the mating rituals and also sing mating songs as loud as 100 decibels!

Top 10 world news: Tanker fire claims lives in Afghanistan, Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe updates and more

Provinces across Canada report single day records of new COVID 19 cases. Tens of thousands of protesters marched in Montreal against restrictions imposed by the government to stem a third wave of the virus in Canada.

Coronavirus Update: No masks, social distancing in Montreal protest

In the past week nNepal has seen an alarming rise in cases reporting over 4,000 cases on a a daily basis. With rising cases Nepal's health infrastructure is struggle to cope with the sudden influx of patients.

Coronavirus Update: Nepal’s hospitals running out of beds

The World Health Organization (WHO) has said it has listed the anti-COVID-19 Moderna vaccine for emergency use now.

WHO: Moderna jabs have 94.1 percent efficiency

India has opened up its vaccination drive to everyone above the age of 18 but the shortage of vaccines has hampered the drive in many states.

India: States begin phase 3 of vaccination in limited manner

The United States has now successfully vaccinated over 100 million people against the deadly Coronavirus.

Coronavirus Update: US becomes the first nation to vaccinate 100 Million people

Russia has banned opposition leader Alexei Navalny's regional political network.

Alexei Navalny's regional political network banned

At least 27 people including high school students have been killed and dozens more injured in the car bomb explosion that rocked Afghanistan yesterday.

Afghanistan Car Bombing: At least 27 killed, dozens injured

Almost 20 years after the 9/11 attacks on US Twin towers in New York, US has started withdrawing its forces from Afghanistan. Meanwhile Dr Anthony Fauci, the&nbsp;top US infectious disease expert has advised the Indian government to impose a nationwide lockdown in response to the rapidly rising COVID numbers in India.&nbsp;Given the rise in Coronavirus&nbsp;cases, Indian national capital, New Delhi has decided to extend lockdown by a week. Read this and much more in our Top 10 World News.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/afghanistan-us-begins-withdrawing-troops-from-the-forever-war-381935">Afghanistan: US begins withdrawing troops from the 'forever war'</a>

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The US has begun its pullout from Afghanistan, the 'forever war' that started after the 9/11 attacks on twin towers in New York 20 years ago. The development has elicited mixed reactions as there are widespread fears among the Afghans about possible Taliban takeover of the country.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/top-us-disease-expert-fauci-urges-india-to-impose-nationwide-lockdown-for-few-weeks-381988">Top US disease expert Fauci urges India to impose nationwide lockdown for 'few weeks'</a>

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Fauci also said that “no one likes likes to lock down the country”, while urging Indian authorities to lock down the country for a “few weeks”, which in his opinion would have a considerable impact on the degree of the outbreak.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/coronavirus-mutations-that-could-evade-immune-response-flagged-by-indian-scientists-report-381970">Coronavirus mutations that could 'evade immune response' flagged by Indian scientists: Report</a>

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A group of scientific advisers working for the Indian government reportedly told authorities that minor mutations have been reported in many samples of coronavirus. A leader of the group told Reuters that these mutations could “possible evade immune response” and would require further enquiry.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-capital-new-delhi-extends-lockdown-by-a-week-as-covid-cases-rise-381971">Indian capital New Delhi extends lockdown by a week as Covid cases rise</a>

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"Lockdown in&nbsp;Delhi&nbsp;is being extended by one week," Arvind Kejriwal said on Twitter. The current lockdown was set to expire in the city on Monday but the cases are currently rising in the city which is home to over 20 million residents.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-wants-to-pursue-practical-diplomacy-with-north-korea-over-grand-bargains-381918">Biden wants to pursue 'practical diplomacy' with North Korea over 'grand bargains'</a>

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President Joe Biden’s approach primarily involves “diplomacy” as opposed to looking to make “grand bargains” with the North Korean administration, the White House said on Friday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/covid-19-first-lot-of-russian-vaccine-sputnik-v-arrives-in-hyderabad-381953">COVID-19: First lot of Russian vaccine Sputnik V arrives in Hyderabad</a>

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The rollout of the Russian vaccine is expected to augment India`s third phase of the vaccination drive which commenced today amid a record rise in COVID-19 cases. India for the first time has reported more than 4 lakh new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/boeing-announces-usd10000000-aid-for-indias-fight-against-covid-19-381850">Boeing announces USD10,000,000 aid for India's fight against COVID-19</a>

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The assistance from Boeing will be directed to organisations providing relief, including medical supplies and emergency healthcare for communities and families battling COVID-19, the company said in a statement.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/third-phase-of-coronavirus-vaccination-begins-in-jammu-and-kashmir-381950">Third phase of coronavirus vaccination begins in Jammu and Kashmir</a>

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The administration urged people to register themselves for the vaccine and also said that people who are not registered will not be vaccinated. There are around 10 designated centres in Srinagar where the third phase of vaccination has been started by the government.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/residents-in-rebel-held-northern-syria-receive-covid-vaccine-381958">Residents in rebel-held northern Syria receive Covid vaccine</a>

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Vaccine rollout began in the rebel-held part of northern Syria and residents received Covid vaccines on Saturday. Authorities in Idlib and northern Aleppo received an initial batch of 53,800 AstraZeneca Covid-19 jabs on April 21, under the Covax programme for poorer nations.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/the-happiest-place-on-earth-reopens-with-covid-19-restrictions-381931#the-happiest-place-on-earth-381916">'The happiest place on Earth' reopens with COVID-19 restrictions</a>

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Almost 20 years after the 9/11 attacks on US Twin towers in New York, US has started withdrawing its forces from Afghanistan. Meanwhile Dr Anthony Fauci, the top US infectious disease expert has advised the Indian government to impose a nationwide lockdown in response to the rapidly rising COVID numbers in India.

Almost 20 years after the 9/11 attacks on US Twin towers in New York, US has started withdrawing its forces from Afghanistan. Meanwhile Dr Anthony Fauci, the top US infectious disease expert has advised the Indian government to impose a nationwide lockdown in response to the rapidly rising COVID numbers in India. Given the rise in Coronavirus cases, Indian national capital, New Delhi has decided to extend lockdown by a week. Read this and much more in our Top 10 World News. Afghanistan: US begins withdrawing troops from the 'forever war' The US has begun its pullout from Afghanistan, the 'forever war' that started after the 9/11 attacks on twin towers in New York 20 years ago. The development has elicited mixed reactions as there are widespread fears among the Afghans about possible Taliban takeover of the country. Top US disease expert Fauci urges India to impose nationwide lockdown for 'few weeks' Fauci also said that “no one likes likes to lock down the country”, while urging Indian authorities to lock down the country for a “few weeks”, which in his opinion would have a considerable impact on the degree of the outbreak. Coronavirus mutations that could 'evade immune response' flagged by Indian scientists: Report A group of scientific advisers working for the Indian government reportedly told authorities that minor mutations have been reported in many samples of coronavirus. A leader of the group told Reuters that these mutations could “possible evade immune response” and would require further enquiry. Indian capital New Delhi extends lockdown by a week as Covid cases rise "Lockdown in Delhi is being extended by one week," Arvind Kejriwal said on Twitter. The current lockdown was set to expire in the city on Monday but the cases are currently rising in the city which is home to over 20 million residents. Biden wants to pursue 'practical diplomacy' with North Korea over 'grand bargains' President Joe Biden’s approach primarily involves “diplomacy” as opposed to looking to make “grand bargains” with the North Korean administration, the White House said on Friday. COVID-19: First lot of Russian vaccine Sputnik V arrives in Hyderabad The rollout of the Russian vaccine is expected to augment India`s third phase of the vaccination drive which commenced today amid a record rise in COVID-19 cases. India for the first time has reported more than 4 lakh new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours. Boeing announces USD10,000,000 aid for India's fight against COVID-19 The assistance from Boeing will be directed to organisations providing relief, including medical supplies and emergency healthcare for communities and families battling COVID-19, the company said in a statement. Third phase of coronavirus vaccination begins in Jammu and Kashmir The administration urged people to register themselves for the vaccine and also said that people who are not registered will not be vaccinated. There are around 10 designated centres in Srinagar where the third phase of vaccination has been started by the government. Residents in rebel-held northern Syria receive Covid vaccine Vaccine rollout began in the rebel-held part of northern Syria and residents received Covid vaccines on Saturday. Authorities in Idlib and northern Aleppo received an initial batch of 53,800 AstraZeneca Covid-19 jabs on April 21, under the Covax programme for poorer nations. 'The happiest place on Earth' reopens with COVID-19 restrictions

Top 10 world news: US begins withdrawing troops from Afghanistan, Delhi lockdown extended and more

Amid rising tensions with Beijing, Taiwan has now banned staffing companies from posting job opportunities on mainland China.

Taiwan bans companies from posting openings in China

Senior Indian TV journalist Rohit Sardana passed away on Friday, days after testing positive for COVID-19. Meanwhile, with a continuous spike in India's COVID numbers, airlines doubled flights to take citizens home. In other news, situation in Afghanistan is taking serious turn day-by day as foreign troops begin pull out. Al-Qaeda has threatened the US troops saying that the war was not over. A US government report said that insider attacks within Afghan army were on the rise. These were carried out by Taliban agents who had infiltrated the army.

Read this and more in our Top 10 World News.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-tv-journalist-rohit-sardana-dies-days-after-testing-positive-for-covid-19-381628">Indian TV journalist Rohit Sardana dies days after testing positive for COVID-19</a>&nbsp;

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On April 24, Sardana had tweeted that he had contracted the coronavirus. According to reports&nbsp;he passed away this morning after suffering a heart attack.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eurozone-enters-double-dip-recession-in-first-quarter-381725">Eurozone enters double-dip recession in first quarter</a>&nbsp;

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Europe has been hit hard by a second and third wave of the coronavirus pandemic, with multiple attempts to reopen the economy cut short by new outbreaks.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/war-is-not-over-al-qaeda-warns-us-as-american-troops-prepare-to-withdraw-from-afghanistan-381750">'War is not over': Al Qaeda warns US as American troops prepare to withdraw from Afghanistan</a>

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The comment from the al Qaeda operatives has come as a warning that the group might be looking to re-enter Afghanistan as the US troops prepare to move out 
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/defector-group-launches-anti-north-korea-leaflets-despite-ban-381740">Defector group launches anti-North Korea leaflets despite ban</a>&nbsp;

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Challenging the North Korean dictator, an activist group in South Korea has released balloons into North Korea denouncing the government led by Kim Jong Un.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/eu-expresses-concern-over-rising-blasphemy-cases-in-pakistan-381733">EU expresses concern over rising blasphemy cases in Pakistan</a>&nbsp;

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The European Union has raised concerns over Pakistan`s harsh blasphemy laws as they are "often misused to silence opponents and their defenders and to discriminate against religious minorities" and pointed Ahmadi Muslims are probably the most at risk.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/belgium-races-to-get-beer-to-bars-for-great-reopening-381715">Belgium races to get beer to bars for great reopening</a>&nbsp;

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Belgium's cafe terraces will not re-open to thirsty&nbsp;beer&nbsp;drinkers for another week but the country's renowned brewers are already all hands to the pump. Six months after the country went into a second coronavirus lockdown, proud bar owners and&nbsp;beer&nbsp;makers alike are keen to&nbsp;get&nbsp;back to business.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/as-indias-covid-crisis-worsens-airlines-double-flights-to-bring-citizens-home-381728">As India's Covid crisis worsens, airlines double flights to bring citizens home</a>

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As India’s&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">coronavirus</a>&nbsp;cases surge and the crisis is taking over the country, international and domestic airlines are adding the frequency of flights out of India to bring citizens and residents home.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/high-courts-should-avoid-off-the-cuff-remarks-says-supreme-court-during-covid-hearing-381747">High courts should avoid 'off-the-cuff' remarks, says Supreme Court during Covid hearing</a>&nbsp;

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Supreme Court's advice came during hearings on COVID-19 related pleas. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta and senior advocate Ranjit Kumar, appearing for the Centre and the Bihar government respectively said during the hearing that such remarks (from the high courts) gave impression as if authorities were doing nothing.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indo-us-ties-intensified-in-biden-administrations-first-100-days-state-department-381748">Indo-US ties intensified in Biden administration's first 100 days: State Department</a>&nbsp;

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"There's been a concerted focus on India over the past 100 days. President Biden, of course, did make mention of India in his (State of the Union) address last night, and I think you can look at that deep partnership and commitment to partnership through any number of lenses," said State Department spokesperson, Ned Price.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/the-royal-mint-uk-unveils-a-10kg-gold-coin-as-part-of-the-queens-beasts-series-381666">The Royal Mint UK, unveils a 10Kg gold coin as part of The Queen's Beasts series</a>&nbsp;

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A part of a commemorative series of coins, this 10Kg coin, reportedly took around 400 hours in the making. According to The Royal Mint, the coin has already been snapped up.&nbsp;While this awe-inspiring coin's price hasn't been announced, it is believed to be somewhere in the six figures.

Senior Indian TV journalist Rohit Sardana passed away on Friday, days after testing positive for COVID-19. Meanwhile, with a continuous spike in India's COVID numbers, airlines doubled flights to take citizens home.

Senior Indian TV journalist Rohit Sardana passed away on Friday, days after testing positive for COVID-19. Meanwhile, with a continuous spike in India's COVID numbers, airlines doubled flights to take citizens home. In other news, situation in Afghanistan is taking serious turn day-by day as foreign troops begin pull out. Al-Qaeda has threatened the US troops saying that the war was not over. A US government report said that insider attacks within Afghan army were on the rise. These were carried out by Taliban agents who had infiltrated the army. Read this and more in our Top 10 World News. Indian TV journalist Rohit Sardana dies days after testing positive for COVID-19 On April 24, Sardana had tweeted that he had contracted the coronavirus. According to reports he passed away this morning after suffering a heart attack. Eurozone enters double-dip recession in first quarter Europe has been hit hard by a second and third wave of the coronavirus pandemic, with multiple attempts to reopen the economy cut short by new outbreaks. 'War is not over': Al Qaeda warns US as American troops prepare to withdraw from Afghanistan The comment from the al Qaeda operatives has come as a warning that the group might be looking to re-enter Afghanistan as the US troops prepare to move out Defector group launches anti-North Korea leaflets despite ban Challenging the North Korean dictator, an activist group in South Korea has released balloons into North Korea denouncing the government led by Kim Jong Un. EU expresses concern over rising blasphemy cases in Pakistan The European Union has raised concerns over Pakistan`s harsh blasphemy laws as they are "often misused to silence opponents and their defenders and to discriminate against religious minorities" and pointed Ahmadi Muslims are probably the most at risk. Belgium races to get beer to bars for great reopening Belgium's cafe terraces will not re-open to thirsty beer drinkers for another week but the country's renowned brewers are already all hands to the pump. Six months after the country went into a second coronavirus lockdown, proud bar owners and beer makers alike are keen to get back to business. As India's Covid crisis worsens, airlines double flights to bring citizens home As India’s coronavirus cases surge and the crisis is taking over the country, international and domestic airlines are adding the frequency of flights out of India to bring citizens and residents home. High courts should avoid 'off-the-cuff' remarks, says Supreme Court during Covid hearing Supreme Court's advice came during hearings on COVID-19 related pleas. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta and senior advocate Ranjit Kumar, appearing for the Centre and the Bihar government respectively said during the hearing that such remarks (from the high courts) gave impression as if authorities were doing nothing. Indo-US ties intensified in Biden administration's first 100 days: State Department "There's been a concerted focus on India over the past 100 days. President Biden, of course, did make mention of India in his (State of the Union) address last night, and I think you can look at that deep partnership and commitment to partnership through any number of lenses," said State Department spokesperson, Ned Price. The Royal Mint UK, unveils a 10Kg gold coin as part of The Queen's Beasts series A part of a commemorative series of coins, this 10Kg coin, reportedly took around 400 hours in the making. According to The Royal Mint, the coin has already been snapped up. While this awe-inspiring coin's price hasn't been announced, it is believed to be somewhere in the six figures.

Top 10 world news: Journalist Rohit Sardana's passing, Eurozone recession and more

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has warned European nations that relaxing Covid measures can create a "perfect storm" similar to the pandemic situation in India. Meanwhile according to a study by US's CDC, vaccinated adults are 94 per cent less likely to be hospitalised with <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">COVID-19</a>.&nbsp;

Read this and more in our Top 10 World News.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-crisis-like-in-india-could-happen-anywhere-warns-who-381419">Covid crisis like in India could 'happen anywhere', warns WHO</a>

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"When personal protective measures are being relaxed, when there are mass gatherings, when there are more contagious variants and the vaccination coverage is still low this can create a perfect storm in any country," Hans Kluge, head of WHO Europe told reporters on Thursday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/vaccinated-adults-65-and-older-94-less-likely-to-be-hospitalised-with-covid-19-says-us-cdc-381259">Vaccinated adults 65 and older 94% less likely to be hospitalised with COVID-19, says US CDC</a>

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The new study, published in the CDC’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR), showed that the risk of hospitalisation dropped significantly two weeks after receiving the second dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna vaccines.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jammu-and-kashmir-to-go-into-complete-lockdown-from-tonight-381414">Jammu and Kashmir to go into complete lockdown from tonight</a>

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Jammu and Kashmir has been reporting more than 3,000 cases per day in the last week. The death toll has also gone up to 20 per day, which is the highest this year.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-bidens-speech-china-warns-us-against-imposing-democratic-ideals-381376">After Biden's speech, China warns US against imposing 'democratic ideals'</a>

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Chinese spokesperson slammed the US for "violating the market principle of fair competition" and "politicising" economy, trade and other issues, in a reference to the trade war.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/young-people-who-recovered-from-covid-19-face-risk-of-reinfection-study-381384">Young people who recovered from COVID-19 face risk of reinfection: Study</a>

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"Immunity is not guaranteed by past infection, and vaccinations that provide additional protection are still needed for those who have had COVID-19."&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/continuous-exposure-to-pollution-can-cause-mental-illness-in-children-study-381381">Continuous exposure to pollution can cause mental illness in children: Study</a>

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According to the study, the connection between air pollution and the risk of mental illness is "modest" but real. "Individual, family and neighbourhood influences on mental health", such as poverty and/or a family history of mental disorder don't seem to affect this association.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-senators-urge-pfizer-jj-moderna-to-help-india-in-covid-crisis-381363">US senators urge Pfizer, J&amp;J, Moderna to help India in Covid crisis</a>

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Acknowledging that India is one of the biggest producers of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine, the senators urged the pharma companies to share technology "such as vaccine recipes and manufacturing information, with partner companies to expedite production".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/a-variant-proof-french-vaccine-may-be-key-to-fight-against-covid-381386">A 'variant-proof' French vaccine may be key to fight against Covid</a>

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The vaccine is undergoing clinical trials. It uses a 'tried-and-true' vaccine technology that involves inactivated version of the virus. The company announced last week that it had launched a Phase 3 trial of its candidate vaccine. &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-africa-president-testifies-on-corruption-accusations-involving-gupta-brothers-381421">South Africa president testifies on corruption accusations involving Gupta brothers</a>

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Ramaphosa said that the African National Congress did not probe corruption accusations against the brothers as the party did not hold the capacity to do the same.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/women-lost-nearly-800-billion-in-income-due-to-coronavirus-pandemic-381418">Women lost nearly $800 billion in income due to coronavirus pandemic</a>

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Women, globally, have lost more than 64 million jobs this year and have suffered at least $800 billion in lost income last year — which is equivalent to a combined GDP of 98 countries.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has warned European nations that relaxing Covid measures can create a "perfect storm" similar to the pandemic situation in India.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has warned European nations that relaxing Covid measures can create a "perfect storm" similar to the pandemic situation in India. Meanwhile according to a study by US's CDC, vaccinated adults are 94 per cent less likely to be hospitalised with COVID-19. Read this and more in our Top 10 World News. Covid crisis like in India could 'happen anywhere', warns WHO "When personal protective measures are being relaxed, when there are mass gatherings, when there are more contagious variants and the vaccination coverage is still low this can create a perfect storm in any country," Hans Kluge, head of WHO Europe told reporters on Thursday. Vaccinated adults 65 and older 94% less likely to be hospitalised with COVID-19, says US CDC The new study, published in the CDC’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR), showed that the risk of hospitalisation dropped significantly two weeks after receiving the second dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna vaccines. Jammu and Kashmir to go into complete lockdown from tonight Jammu and Kashmir has been reporting more than 3,000 cases per day in the last week. The death toll has also gone up to 20 per day, which is the highest this year. After Biden's speech, China warns US against imposing 'democratic ideals' Chinese spokesperson slammed the US for "violating the market principle of fair competition" and "politicising" economy, trade and other issues, in a reference to the trade war. Young people who recovered from COVID-19 face risk of reinfection: Study "Immunity is not guaranteed by past infection, and vaccinations that provide additional protection are still needed for those who have had COVID-19." Continuous exposure to pollution can cause mental illness in children: Study According to the study, the connection between air pollution and the risk of mental illness is "modest" but real. "Individual, family and neighbourhood influences on mental health", such as poverty and/or a family history of mental disorder don't seem to affect this association. US senators urge Pfizer, J&J, Moderna to help India in Covid crisis Acknowledging that India is one of the biggest producers of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine, the senators urged the pharma companies to share technology "such as vaccine recipes and manufacturing information, with partner companies to expedite production". A 'variant-proof' French vaccine may be key to fight against Covid The vaccine is undergoing clinical trials. It uses a 'tried-and-true' vaccine technology that involves inactivated version of the virus. The company announced last week that it had launched a Phase 3 trial of its candidate vaccine. South Africa president testifies on corruption accusations involving Gupta brothers Ramaphosa said that the African National Congress did not probe corruption accusations against the brothers as the party did not hold the capacity to do the same. Women lost nearly $800 billion in income due to coronavirus pandemic Women, globally, have lost more than 64 million jobs this year and have suffered at least $800 billion in lost income last year — which is equivalent to a combined GDP of 98 countries.

Top 10 world news: WHO COVID warning, J&K lockdown and more

In the middle of India's battle with coronavirus crisis, Russia, South Korea, and Canada also announce assistance as supplies continue to come from other parts of the world including Singapore, United Kingdom.

Meanwhile, after a row, Serum Institute cut the&nbsp;price of Covid vaccine for Indian states. Also, Germany's domestic intelligence agency has been roped in to monitor those who participated in the protest movement against&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">coronavirus&nbsp;</a>restrictions.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/wion-exclusive-will-do-more-says-cricketer-pat-cummins-after-covid-donation-to-india-wins-hearts-381135">WION Exclusive: Will do more, says cricketer Pat Cummins after Covid donation to India wins hearts</a>

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In an exclusive interview with WION’s Executive Editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay, Australia and Kolkata Knight Riders cricketer Pat&nbsp;Cummins talked about donating $50,000 to PM Cares Fund, IPL amid the COVID-19 pandemic, and more.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indias-covid-crisis-russia-south-korea-canada-announce-assistance-prince-charles-uk-extend-solidarity-381127">India's Covid crisis: Russia, South Korea, Canada announce assistance; Prince Charles, UK extend solidarity</a>

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Three more countries--Russia, South Korea, and Canada announced assistance to India to deal with the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">COVID-19</a>&nbsp;crisis as supplies continue to come from other parts of the world including Singapore.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/after-row-serum-institute-cuts-price-of-its-covid-vaccine-to-300-rupees-for-states-as-philanthropic-gesture-381112">After row, Serum Institute cuts price of its Covid vaccine to 300 rupees for states as 'philanthropic gesture'</a>

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The price of the vaccine has been reduced from 400 rupees to 300 per dose for all Indian states, said an announcement by Adar Poonawalla on Wednesday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-ropes-in-spy-agency-to-monitor-anti-vaxxers-covid-deniers-381096">Germany ropes in spy agency to monitor anti-vaxxers, Covid deniers</a>

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The interior ministry said that some protest leaders "have clearly demonstrated that their agenda goes beyond simply mobilising protests against the government's corona measures".&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-electoral-commission-to-probe-pm-boris-johnsons-flat-refurbishment-funding-scandal-381091">UK Electoral Commission to probe PM Boris Johnson's flat refurbishment funding scandal</a>

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After several allegations from the opposition party, Britain's Electoral Commission has decided to open a formal investigation against the UK Prime Minister&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/boris-johnson?page=1">Boris Johnson</a>&nbsp;about the refurbishment of his Downing Street apartment.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/bacteria-can-be-the-answer-to-remove-microplastics-from-environment-381156">Bacteria can be the answer to remove microplastics from environment</a>

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Generally smaller than 5 mm, microplastics are accidentally released into the environment during production and breakdown of items like water bottles, grocery bags, washing nylon clothes, among others.&nbsp;Even though these particles are tiny, they cannot be biodegradable easily, thereby hanging in the environment for long and also absorbing toxic chemicals.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/people-with-o-blood-group-less-vulnerable-to-covid-19-indian-research-body-381106">People with 'O' blood group less vulnerable to COVID-19: Indian research body</a>

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The pan-India analysis has revealed that people with blood group 'O' are less susceptible to COVID-19 and people with the blood groups 'B'&nbsp;and 'AB' are more vulnerable to the virus.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2021-watch-virat-kohli-and-mohammed-sirajs-gesture-for-rishabh-pant-and-shimron-hetmyer-wins-hearts-381029">IPL 2021- WATCH: Virat Kohli and Mohammed Siraj's gesture for Rishabh Pant and Shimron Hetmyer wins hearts</a>

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RCB skipper Virat Kohli and Mohammed Siraj (who bowled the final over) were seen hugging and congratulating dejected Pant and Hetmyer immediately after the match ended.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spain-to-open-tourism-but-only-for-covid-passport-holders-381079">Spain to open tourism, but only for 'Covid passport' holders</a>

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Spain has decided to reopen its borders for travellers and holidaymakers from June but only if the incoming travellers can show their certification with the Covid certificate — the new digital health certificate scheme.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/asteroid-that-hit-botswana-in-2018-was-22-million-years-old-researchers-381137">Asteroid that hit Botswana in 2018 was 22 million years old: Researchers</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/04/28/193076-asteroid-botswana.jpg?itok=4l9TwKaq" />As per the researchers, the debris belongs to Vesta, which is one of the largest objects in our solar system and is believed to be the second-largest space rock in the asteroid belt.

In the middle of India's battle with coronavirus crisis, Russia, South Korea, and Canada also announce assistance as supplies continue to come from other parts of the world including Singapore, United Kingdom.

In the middle of India's battle with coronavirus crisis, Russia, South Korea, and Canada also announce assistance as supplies continue to come from other parts of the world including Singapore, United Kingdom. Meanwhile, after a row, Serum Institute cut the price of Covid vaccine for Indian states. Also, Germany's domestic intelligence agency has been roped in to monitor those who participated in the protest movement against coronavirus restrictions. Click on headlines to read more WION Exclusive: Will do more, says cricketer Pat Cummins after Covid donation to India wins hearts In an exclusive interview with WION’s Executive Editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay, Australia and Kolkata Knight Riders cricketer Pat Cummins talked about donating $50,000 to PM Cares Fund, IPL amid the COVID-19 pandemic, and more. India's Covid crisis: Russia, South Korea, Canada announce assistance; Prince Charles, UK extend solidarity Three more countries--Russia, South Korea, and Canada announced assistance to India to deal with the COVID-19 crisis as supplies continue to come from other parts of the world including Singapore. After row, Serum Institute cuts price of its Covid vaccine to 300 rupees for states as 'philanthropic gesture' The price of the vaccine has been reduced from 400 rupees to 300 per dose for all Indian states, said an announcement by Adar Poonawalla on Wednesday. Germany ropes in spy agency to monitor anti-vaxxers, Covid deniers The interior ministry said that some protest leaders "have clearly demonstrated that their agenda goes beyond simply mobilising protests against the government's corona measures". UK Electoral Commission to probe PM Boris Johnson's flat refurbishment funding scandal After several allegations from the opposition party, Britain's Electoral Commission has decided to open a formal investigation against the UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson about the refurbishment of his Downing Street apartment. Bacteria can be the answer to remove microplastics from environment Generally smaller than 5 mm, microplastics are accidentally released into the environment during production and breakdown of items like water bottles, grocery bags, washing nylon clothes, among others. Even though these particles are tiny, they cannot be biodegradable easily, thereby hanging in the environment for long and also absorbing toxic chemicals. People with 'O' blood group less vulnerable to COVID-19: Indian research body The pan-India analysis has revealed that people with blood group 'O' are less susceptible to COVID-19 and people with the blood groups 'B' and 'AB' are more vulnerable to the virus. IPL 2021- WATCH: Virat Kohli and Mohammed Siraj's gesture for Rishabh Pant and Shimron Hetmyer wins hearts RCB skipper Virat Kohli and Mohammed Siraj (who bowled the final over) were seen hugging and congratulating dejected Pant and Hetmyer immediately after the match ended. Spain to open tourism, but only for 'Covid passport' holders Spain has decided to reopen its borders for travellers and holidaymakers from June but only if the incoming travellers can show their certification with the Covid certificate — the new digital health certificate scheme. Asteroid that hit Botswana in 2018 was 22 million years old: Researchers As per the researchers, the debris belongs to Vesta, which is one of the largest objects in our solar system and is believed to be the second-largest space rock in the asteroid belt.

Top 10 world news: India's Covid crisis, UK Johnson scandal, and more

The activities of jailed opposition activist Alexey Navalny's Anti-Corruption Foundation (FBK) have been restricted on Tuesday by the Moscow City Court. Meanwhile, President Hassan Rouhani ordered the investigation to identify who leaked the "stolen" three-hour-long recording by top diplomat and member of his moderate government Mohammad Javad Zarif.&nbsp;

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FBK director Ivan Zhdanov said on Twitter that the court had banned the group from posting content on the internet, using state media, organising protests, participating in elections and using bank deposits.

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The tape, which comes ahead of presidential elections in June, has dominated the discussion in the Islamic republic since its publication by media outlets outside Iran on Sunday.

<a href="COVID-19: Fiji fears virus 'tsunami' after outbreak found to be Indian variant">COVID-19: Fiji fears virus 'tsunami' after outbreak found to be Indian variant</a>

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Fiji has largely contained the virus through strict isolation measures and border controls, recording 109 cases and just two deaths in a population of 930,000.

<a href="Washington DC police server hacked, Russian-speaking group claims responsibility: Reports">Washington DC police server hacked, Russian-speaking group claims responsibility: Reports</a>

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The department said it was still assessing the extent of the unauthorised access.

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According to NASA, this year's super moon has been called a "pink" super moon, as it appears in April and named after an American plant, pink phlox, that blooms in Spring.

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A Saudi defence ministry statement on state media did not say whether there had been any damage as a result of the operation by the Saudi navy to intercept and destroy the remote-controlled boat.&nbsp;

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Brazilian health regulator Anvisa on Monday denied requests from several states to receive batches of Sputnik V, saying it did not have the data needed to verify the jab's safety and efficacy.

<a href="European Parliament set to greenlight post-Brexit trade deal">European Parliament set to greenlight post-Brexit trade deal</a>

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The deal, which was finalised on Christmas Eve, already has been ratified by the UK Parliament and conditionally came into force pending the European Parliament's approval.

<a href="Muted celebrations of Dutch king's birthday amid pandemic ">Muted celebrations of Dutch king's birthday amid pandemic&nbsp;</a>

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King Willem-Alexander was marking his 54th birthday in the southern city of Eindhoven, a city that brands itself as a hub for high-tech innovation, for a digital version of the annual royal walkabout.&nbsp;

<a href="Washington DC, to loosen virus restrictions this weekend">Washington DC, to loosen virus restrictions this weekend</a>

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The changes represent a step toward normality for Washington DC, residents and long-term hope for the city's vital tourism and convention industry, which has been devastated by the pandemic.

The activities of jailed opposition activist Alexey Navalny's Anti-Corruption Foundation (FBK) have been restricted on Tuesday by the Moscow City Court. Meanwhile, President Hassan Rouhani ordered the investigation to identify who leaked the "stolen" three-hour-long recording by top diplomat and member of his moderate government Mohammad Javad Zarif.

The activities of jailed opposition activist Alexey Navalny's Anti-Corruption Foundation (FBK) have been restricted on Tuesday by the Moscow City Court. Meanwhile, President Hassan Rouhani ordered the investigation to identify who leaked the "stolen" three-hour-long recording by top diplomat and member of his moderate government Mohammad Javad Zarif. Read this and more in our Top 10 World News. Russian court restricts activities of Navalny's anti-corruption foundation FBK director Ivan Zhdanov said on Twitter that the court had banned the group from posting content on the internet, using state media, organising protests, participating in elections and using bank deposits. Iran's President Hassan Rouhani orders probe into leaked audio 'conspiracy' The tape, which comes ahead of presidential elections in June, has dominated the discussion in the Islamic republic since its publication by media outlets outside Iran on Sunday. COVID-19: Fiji fears virus 'tsunami' after outbreak found to be Indian variant Fiji has largely contained the virus through strict isolation measures and border controls, recording 109 cases and just two deaths in a population of 930,000. Washington DC police server hacked, Russian-speaking group claims responsibility: Reports The department said it was still assessing the extent of the unauthorised access. 'Pink supermoon' dazzles skies across the globe According to NASA, this year's super moon has been called a "pink" super moon, as it appears in April and named after an American plant, pink phlox, that blooms in Spring. Saudi Arabia foils boat attack off Yanbu A Saudi defence ministry statement on state media did not say whether there had been any damage as a result of the operation by the Saudi navy to intercept and destroy the remote-controlled boat. Russia says Brazil's refusal to import Sputnik V is 'political' Brazilian health regulator Anvisa on Monday denied requests from several states to receive batches of Sputnik V, saying it did not have the data needed to verify the jab's safety and efficacy. European Parliament set to greenlight post-Brexit trade deal The deal, which was finalised on Christmas Eve, already has been ratified by the UK Parliament and conditionally came into force pending the European Parliament's approval. Muted celebrations of Dutch king's birthday amid pandemic King Willem-Alexander was marking his 54th birthday in the southern city of Eindhoven, a city that brands itself as a hub for high-tech innovation, for a digital version of the annual royal walkabout. Washington DC, to loosen virus restrictions this weekend The changes represent a step toward normality for Washington DC, residents and long-term hope for the city's vital tourism and convention industry, which has been devastated by the pandemic.

Top 10 world news: Russian court restricts activities of Navalny's anti-corruption foundation, and more

Countries such as US, UK, Germany, France and more are offering to help India out of Covid crisis. Meanwhile, Egypt President got vaccinated against the virus and Germany is contemplating easing restrictions for people who have been fully vaccinated.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/us-deeply-concerned-about-covid-outbreak-in-india-379971" hreflang="en">US to support India in its fight against coronavirus pandemic</a>

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White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan and Secretary of State Antony Blinken said that US was working "round the clock" to help India drag itself out of the situation.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-biden-may-meet-in-june-for-a-summit-top-kremlin-aide-380170">Putin-Biden may meet in June for a summit: Top Kremlin aide</a>

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This news came from Putin’s top foreign policy aide, Yury Ushakov who said "June is being named, there are even concrete dates".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sunken-missing-indonesian-submarine-found-cracked-open-by-rescuers-380136">Sunken missing Indonesian submarine found cracked open by rescuers</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/04/24/192600-indonesia-submarine.jpg?itok=1NBy8zN7" />Search teams said on Saturday they had found objects including prayer mat fragments and a bottle of periscope lubricant near the submarine's last known location, leading the navy to believe the vessel had cracked.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkey-summons-us-ambassador-over-genocide-announcement-380169">Turkey summons US Ambassador over genocide announcement</a>

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Turkey's foreign ministry has summoned the US Ambassador in Ankara to protest the US decision to mark the deportation and killing of Armenians during the Ottoman Empire as 'genocide’. &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/czech-leader-takes-rare-swipe-at-russia-over-terror-blasts-380171">Czech leader takes rare swipe at Russia over 'terror' blasts</a>

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The announcement led Prague to expel 18 Russian diplomats seen as spies while Moscow kicked out 20 Czech embassy staff in retaliation, sending bilateral relations to their lowest point in decades.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/apple-to-roll-out-new-privacy-update-facebook-google-protest-380119" hreflang="en">Apple to roll out new privacy update; Facebook, Google protest</a>

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As per the new privacy update in the software, all app makers will have to specifically spell out what tracking information is being collected from customers' phones and where is it being used.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/latest-mediterranean-migrants-tragedy-a-time-for-shame-pope-380150" hreflang="en">Latest Mediterranean migrants tragedy a time for shame: Pope</a>

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Merchant vessels and a charity ship searching the Mediterranean for boats with migrants found 10 bodies floating near a capsized rubber boat in international waters near Libya.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mental-health-patients-suffered-during-lockdown-due-to-lack-of-in-clinic-appointment-380107" hreflang="en">Mental health patients suffered during lockdown due to lack of appointment</a>

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Researchers found out that people with mental problems found themselves lonelier as they were now pushed into heightened isolation and away from their friends and family.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-contemplates-easing-covid-restrictions-for-vaccinated-citizens-380154" hreflang="en">Germany contemplates easing Covid restrictions for vaccinated citizens</a>

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Germany is hoping to start easing&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">coronavirus</a>&nbsp;restrictions specifically for people who have been&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">vaccinated</a>&nbsp;against the deadly virus.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sisi-gets-vaccinated-against-coronavirus-as-egypt-records-912-new-cases-380182" hreflang="en">Sisi gets vaccinated against coronavirus as Egypt records 912 new cases</a>

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Egypt is currently administering doses of AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine under the global COVAX agreement to provide vaccines for lower-income countries.

Countries such as US, UK, Germany, France and more are offering to help India out of Covid crisis. Meanwhile, Egypt President got vaccinated against the virus and Germany is contemplating easing restrictions for people who have been fully vaccinated.

Countries such as US, UK, Germany, France and more are offering to help India out of Covid crisis. Meanwhile, Egypt President got vaccinated against the virus and Germany is contemplating easing restrictions for people who have been fully vaccinated. Click on headlines to read more US to support India in its fight against coronavirus pandemic White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan and Secretary of State Antony Blinken said that US was working "round the clock" to help India drag itself out of the situation. Putin-Biden may meet in June for a summit: Top Kremlin aide This news came from Putin’s top foreign policy aide, Yury Ushakov who said "June is being named, there are even concrete dates". Sunken missing Indonesian submarine found cracked open by rescuers Search teams said on Saturday they had found objects including prayer mat fragments and a bottle of periscope lubricant near the submarine's last known location, leading the navy to believe the vessel had cracked. Turkey summons US Ambassador over genocide announcement Turkey's foreign ministry has summoned the US Ambassador in Ankara to protest the US decision to mark the deportation and killing of Armenians during the Ottoman Empire as 'genocide’. Czech leader takes rare swipe at Russia over 'terror' blasts The announcement led Prague to expel 18 Russian diplomats seen as spies while Moscow kicked out 20 Czech embassy staff in retaliation, sending bilateral relations to their lowest point in decades. Apple to roll out new privacy update; Facebook, Google protest As per the new privacy update in the software, all app makers will have to specifically spell out what tracking information is being collected from customers' phones and where is it being used. Latest Mediterranean migrants tragedy a time for shame: Pope Merchant vessels and a charity ship searching the Mediterranean for boats with migrants found 10 bodies floating near a capsized rubber boat in international waters near Libya. Mental health patients suffered during lockdown due to lack of appointment Researchers found out that people with mental problems found themselves lonelier as they were now pushed into heightened isolation and away from their friends and family. Germany contemplates easing Covid restrictions for vaccinated citizens Germany is hoping to start easing coronavirus restrictions specifically for people who have been vaccinated against the deadly virus. Sisi gets vaccinated against coronavirus as Egypt records 912 new cases Egypt is currently administering doses of AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine under the global COVAX agreement to provide vaccines for lower-income countries.

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Authorities have declared that the missing submarine has sunk in Indonesia with all people aboard. Meanwhile, Germany has joined the list of countries that has restricted travellers from India due to coronavirus surge.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-missing-submarine-has-sunk-says-countrys-navy-379773" hreflang="en">Indonesia: Missing submarine has sunk, says country's navy</a>

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Indonesian navy said on Saturday that the submarine that disappeared off Bali with 53 aborad had sunk.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-regulators-approve-restarting-use-of-johnson-johnson-covid-vaccine-379615">US regulators approve restarting use of Johnson &amp; Johnson Covid vaccine</a>

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US health regulators said on Friday that use of Johnson &amp; Johnson Covid vaccine could restart.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-reports-no-covid-19-deaths-for-first-time-in-10-months-379742">Israel reports no COVID-19 deaths for first time in 10 months</a>

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The last time zero deaths were reported in the country was in June 2020 after a lockdown was imposed in the country.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/lukashenko-to-amend-emergency-transfer-of-presidential-power-report-379881">Lukashenko to amend emergency transfer of presidential power: Report</a>

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Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said he will sign a decree allowing the transfer of presidential power to the security council if he were to become unable to perform his duties, the state Belta news agency reported on Saturday.&nbsp;

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As the guilty verdict was announced for ex-police officer Derek Chauvin, the crowds gathered in George Floyd square erupted in celebration.

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As Joe Biden and other world leaders gathered virtually to discuss policies on climate change, young activists showed their disappointment in their government's actions.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/high-ly-suggested-nyc-organises-joints-for-jabs-to-fight-coronavirus-379806" hreflang="en">High-ly suggested: NYC organises 'joints for jabs' to fight coronavirus</a>

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A New York local decided to offer a 'joints for jabs' offer to the people who got vaccinated on April 20 in New York City.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/four-year-old-pak-girl-becomes-youngest-microsoft-professional-379802" hreflang="en">Four-year-old Pak girl becomes youngest Microsoft professional</a>

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Arish Fatima, a four-year-old prodigy from Karachi, made history by becoming the youngest Microsoft professional.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/mars-sucks-people-troll-elon-musks-idea-of-space-colonisation-379864" hreflang="en">'Mars sucks!' People troll Elon Musk's idea of space colonisation</a>

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Musk recently stressed the importance of space colonisation and talked about establishing a permanent presence of human beings on Mars as soon as possible.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/four-month-pregnant-nurse-earns-praise-for-helping-covid-patients-379880" hreflang="en">Four month pregnant nurse earns praise for helping Covid patients</a>

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Nancy Ayeza Mistry is in the fourth month of her pregnancy and has been observing fasts for the holy month of Ramadan.

Authorities have declared that the missing submarine has sunk in Indonesia with all people aboard. Meanwhile, Germany has joined the list of countries that has restricted travellers from India due to coronavirus surge.

Authorities have declared that the missing submarine has sunk in Indonesia with all people aboard. Meanwhile, Germany has joined the list of countries that has restricted travellers from India due to coronavirus surge. Click on headlines to read more Indonesia: Missing submarine has sunk, says country's navy Indonesian navy said on Saturday that the submarine that disappeared off Bali with 53 aborad had sunk. US regulators approve restarting use of Johnson & Johnson Covid vaccine US health regulators said on Friday that use of Johnson & Johnson Covid vaccine could restart. Israel reports no COVID-19 deaths for first time in 10 months The last time zero deaths were reported in the country was in June 2020 after a lockdown was imposed in the country. Lukashenko to amend emergency transfer of presidential power: Report Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said he will sign a decree allowing the transfer of presidential power to the security council if he were to become unable to perform his duties, the state Belta news agency reported on Saturday. In pics: After Chauvin trial, what is the future of George Floyd Square? As the guilty verdict was announced for ex-police officer Derek Chauvin, the crowds gathered in George Floyd square erupted in celebration. Load of s**t! Activists dump crap outside White House to protest climate change As Joe Biden and other world leaders gathered virtually to discuss policies on climate change, young activists showed their disappointment in their government's actions. High-ly suggested: NYC organises 'joints for jabs' to fight coronavirus A New York local decided to offer a 'joints for jabs' offer to the people who got vaccinated on April 20 in New York City. Four-year-old Pak girl becomes youngest Microsoft professional Arish Fatima, a four-year-old prodigy from Karachi, made history by becoming the youngest Microsoft professional. 'Mars sucks!' People troll Elon Musk's idea of space colonisation Musk recently stressed the importance of space colonisation and talked about establishing a permanent presence of human beings on Mars as soon as possible. Four month pregnant nurse earns praise for helping Covid patients Nancy Ayeza Mistry is in the fourth month of her pregnancy and has been observing fasts for the holy month of Ramadan.

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