Thailand PM sprays sanitisers on journalists to avoid questions on a possible cabinet reshuffle. After fielding a slew of questions at weekly news conference, Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-o-cha sanitised the press members. WION's Molly Gambhir brings you more of Thai PM's unpredictable behaviours.

Thailand Prime Minister Sprays Disinfectant on journalists

Biggest news stories of the morning: Houthi rebels targets Saudi Arabia's Aramco oil facilities, 20 dead in a blast in Equitorial Guniea, Swiss voters back facial coverings, and more. Click on the headline to read the full story.

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Biggest news stories of the morning: Houthi rebels targets Saudi Arabia's Aramco oil facilities, 20 dead in a blast in Equitorial Guniea, Swiss voters back facial coverings, and more.

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Morning news brief: Houthis target Aramco facilities, EU urges caution on Sputnik V, and more

Many US states easing their restrictions, movie theatres have begun reopening one of the worlds most significant movie markets that is new york. But this comeback will be its own constraints, restrictions will include 25% occupancy or a maximum of 50 patrons. So what does this move holds for an industry battled by the pandemic for more than a year now?

United States: Can theatres afford re-opening with limited capacity?

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/protesters-string-up-womens-clothes-for-protection-in-myanmar-368481">Protesters string up women's clothes for protection in Myanmar&nbsp;</a>

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Protesters in Myanmar have taken to stringing up women's clothing on lines across the streets to slow down police and soldiers because walking beneath them is traditionally considered bad luck for men | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/protesters-string-up-womens-clothes-for-protection-in-myanmar-368481">READ MORE</a>

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A report on Saturday claimed that a Russian intelligence agency and Chinese spies were behind cyberattacks on the European Medicines Agency (EMA) last year | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/report-says-russian-chinese-hackers-targetted-europe-drug-regulator-last-year-368488">READ MORE</a>

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It is India vs New Zealand at the World Test Championship Finals after Virat and Co. defeated England by an innings and 25 runs within three days of the fourth Test sealing a series win by 3-1 | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/india-vs-england-4th-test-virat-and-co-crush-england-to-book-a-berth-in-world-test-championship-finals-368450">SEE PICS</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/senate-impasse-broken-us-covid-relief-bill-now-back-on-track-368456">Senate impasse broken, US Covid relief bill now back on track</a>

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The US Senate has broken an impasse on the Covid relief package, setting the $1.9 trillion bill on a likely path to passage | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/senate-impasse-broken-us-covid-relief-bill-now-back-on-track-368456">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/gender-inequality-has-cost-world-usd-70-trillion-since-1990-report-finds-368469">Gender inequality has cost world USD 70 trillion since 1990, report finds</a>

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A research team has tabulated the cost of lack of gender diversity and inclusion, and has apparently found out that it will take 257 years to close the gap at the current rate, and not doing this has cost the world a whopping USD 70 trillion since 1990 | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/gender-inequality-has-cost-world-usd-70-trillion-since-1990-report-finds-368469">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-meets-with-us-envoy-zalmay-khalilzad-in-doha-368476">Taliban meets with US envoy, Zalmay Khalilzad, in Doha</a>

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US special envoy to Afghanistan met with the Taliban in Qatar, the insurgents said Saturday | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-meets-with-us-envoy-zalmay-khalilzad-in-doha-368476">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/egypt-president-visits-sudan-with-dam-diplomacy-security-on-agenda-368486">Egypt President visits Sudan with dam diplomacy, security on agenda&nbsp;</a>

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Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi visited Sudan on Saturday for the first time since the overthrow of former President Omar al-Bashir, as the neighbours push to break a diplomatic deadlock over a giant dam being built by Ethiopia | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/egypt-president-visits-sudan-with-dam-diplomacy-security-on-agenda-368486">READ MORE</a>

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Germany Saturday started selling new at-home Covid-19 test kits for which people flocked to supermarket chain Aldi to snap them up on the first day | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-starts-selling-new-at-home-covid-19-test-kits-368485">READ MORE</a>

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Ivory Coast voted on Saturday in a legislative election, with President Alassane Ouattara`s allies facing a combined challenge from opposition parties led by two of his predecessors | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ivory-coast-votes-for-parliament-as-ouattara-opponents-join-forces-368479">READ MORE</a>

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Beijing's proposal for Hong Kong electoral reforms could prevent 'dictatorship of the majority', a pro-Beijing Hong Kong lawmaker said, calling people, who want one man one vote 'politically immature' | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-poll-reforms-prevent-dictatorship-of-majority-pro-beijing-leader-368462">READ MORE</a>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-wants-access-to-us-produced-astrazeneca-vaccines-report-says-36845">EU wants access to US produced AstraZeneca vaccines, report says</a>

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The European Union is planning to ask the United States to permit the export of millions of doses of AstraZeneca's Covid vaccine | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-wants-access-to-us-produced-astrazeneca-vaccines-report-says-36845">READ MORE</a>

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Protesters string up women's clothes for protection in Myanmar Protesters in Myanmar have taken to stringing up women's clothing on lines across the streets to slow down police and soldiers because walking beneath them is traditionally considered bad luck for men | READ MORE Report says Russian, Chinese hackers targetted Europe drug regulator last year A report on Saturday claimed that a Russian intelligence agency and Chinese spies were behind cyberattacks on the European Medicines Agency (EMA) last year | READ MORE India vs England, 4th Test: Virat and Co. crush visitors to book a berth in World Test Championship finals It is India vs New Zealand at the World Test Championship Finals after Virat and Co. defeated England by an innings and 25 runs within three days of the fourth Test sealing a series win by 3-1 | SEE PICS Senate impasse broken, US Covid relief bill now back on track The US Senate has broken an impasse on the Covid relief package, setting the $1.9 trillion bill on a likely path to passage | READ MORE Gender inequality has cost world USD 70 trillion since 1990, report finds A research team has tabulated the cost of lack of gender diversity and inclusion, and has apparently found out that it will take 257 years to close the gap at the current rate, and not doing this has cost the world a whopping USD 70 trillion since 1990 | READ MORE Taliban meets with US envoy, Zalmay Khalilzad, in Doha US special envoy to Afghanistan met with the Taliban in Qatar, the insurgents said Saturday | READ MORE Egypt President visits Sudan with dam diplomacy, security on agenda Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi visited Sudan on Saturday for the first time since the overthrow of former President Omar al-Bashir, as the neighbours push to break a diplomatic deadlock over a giant dam being built by Ethiopia | READ MORE Germany starts selling new at-home Covid-19 test kits Germany Saturday started selling new at-home Covid-19 test kits for which people flocked to supermarket chain Aldi to snap them up on the first day | READ MORE Ivory Coast votes for parliament as Ouattara opponents join forces Ivory Coast voted on Saturday in a legislative election, with President Alassane Ouattara`s allies facing a combined challenge from opposition parties led by two of his predecessors | READ MORE Hong Kong poll reforms prevent 'dictatorship of majority': Pro-Beijing leader Beijing's proposal for Hong Kong electoral reforms could prevent 'dictatorship of the majority', a pro-Beijing Hong Kong lawmaker said, calling people, who want one man one vote 'politically immature' | READ MORE EU wants access to US produced AstraZeneca vaccines, report says The European Union is planning to ask the United States to permit the export of millions of doses of AstraZeneca's Covid vaccine | READ MORE

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China opened in its annual parliament on Friday announced that the military budget is set to increase by 6.8 per cent in 2021. Meanwhile, New Zealand lifted its tsunami warning after the island nation was hit with three earthquakes in less than eight hours.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-military-budget-to-rise-68-this-year-gdp-target-at-above-6-368097">China's military budget to rise 6.8% this year, GDP target at above 6%</a>

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As China opened its annual parliament on Friday in Beijing's Great Hall of the People, the country's finance ministry announced that its military budget is set to increase by 6.8 per cent in 2021.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-zealand-cancels-tsunami-warning-after-three-strong-offshore-earthquakes-368085">New Zealand cancels tsunami warning after three strong offshore earthquakes</a>

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New Zealand on Friday lifted its tsunami warning after the island nation was hit with three offshore earthquakes in less than eight hours.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/italy-blocks-export-of-oxford-astrazeneca-vaccine-shipment-to-australia-368096">Italy blocks export of Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine shipment to Australia</a>

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The Italian government has blocked the Australia-bound shipment of Oxford-AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine's 250,000 doses.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/looking-forward-with-strong-interest-for-irans-willingness-to-engage-us-on-nuclear-issue-368093">Looking forward with strong interest for Iran's willingness to engage: US on nuclear issue</a>

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As the United Nations nuclear watchdog looks forward to a technical dialogue with Iran, the United States said it is hopeful that Iran would come forward for diplomacy after European allies dropped plans to censure Tehran at the UN nuclear watchdog.

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YouTube chief said on Thursday that former US president Donald Trump will be allowed back on the video-sharing platform once the "risk of violence" has reduced.&nbsp;

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China opened in its annual parliament on Friday announced that the military budget is set to increase by 6.8 per cent in 2021. Meanwhile, New Zealand lifted its tsunami warning after the island nation was hit with three earthquakes in less than eight hours.

China opened in its annual parliament on Friday announced that the military budget is set to increase by 6.8 per cent in 2021. Meanwhile, New Zealand lifted its tsunami warning after the island nation was hit with three earthquakes in less than eight hours. Click on headlines to read more China's military budget to rise 6.8% this year, GDP target at above 6% As China opened its annual parliament on Friday in Beijing's Great Hall of the People, the country's finance ministry announced that its military budget is set to increase by 6.8 per cent in 2021. New Zealand cancels tsunami warning after three strong offshore earthquakes New Zealand on Friday lifted its tsunami warning after the island nation was hit with three offshore earthquakes in less than eight hours. Italy blocks export of Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine shipment to Australia The Italian government has blocked the Australia-bound shipment of Oxford-AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine's 250,000 doses. Looking forward with strong interest for Iran's willingness to engage: US on nuclear issue As the United Nations nuclear watchdog looks forward to a technical dialogue with Iran, the United States said it is hopeful that Iran would come forward for diplomacy after European allies dropped plans to censure Tehran at the UN nuclear watchdog. Donald Trump's account will be back on YouTube once 'risk of violence' reduces YouTube chief said on Thursday that former US president Donald Trump will be allowed back on the video-sharing platform once the "risk of violence" has reduced. Watch |

Morning news brief: China's military budget, earthquakes in New Zealand, and more

The world hasn't seen Aung San Suu Kyi after the coup. How is Aung San Suu Kyi? Does the trial hold any merit? What does the future hold for Myanmar? WION's Palki Sharma brings you an exclusive conversation with Khin Maung Zaw - the lawyer of Suu Kyi.

Gravitas: Aung San Suu Kyi's lawyer still doesn't have access to her

South Korea's first transgender soldier, Byun Hee-soo, who was discharged from the military for undergoing a gender reassignment surgery has been found dead at her home.

South Korea's first transgender soldier found dead at home

Variants of the coronavirus are emerging across the world. Some variants are mutating to become more contagious and this rendering the existing vaccines to become ineffective and it's a huge concern.

WION Dispatch: COVID variants mutating to become more contagious

The conflict over the disputed territory of Nagorno-Karabakh maybe over but for those displaced after the weeks of the war, there is only grief and a deep sense of loss.

Your Story: More than a million displaced in first Karabagh war and they yearn for home

The Myanmar junta's brutal tactics against the peaceful protesters continued on Wednesday as the United Nations said that at least 38 people died on Wednesday, taking the total death toll to 50. Meanwhile, a SpaceX rocket on Wednesday exploded after a seemingly successful flight and landing.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/only-today-38-people-died-us-condemns-brutal-violence-by-myanmar-military-367809">'Only today, 38 people died': US condemns 'brutal violence' by Myanmar military</a>

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International criticism against Myanmar military junta got fiercer on a day that was the bloodiest so far amid pro-democracy protests in the country. United Nations said that at least 38 deaths occurred on Wednesday ( March 3). This has brought the death toll to 50.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spacex-rocket-explodes-on-ground-367798">SpaceX rocket explodes on ground</a>

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SpaceX rocket on Wednesday exploded after a seemingly successful flight and landing.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/swedish-police-probe-stabbing-incident-as-terror-motive-after-8-injured-367810">Swedish police probe stabbing incident as 'terror motive' after 8 injured</a>

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Swedish police on Thursday opened "suspected terrorist" investigation after a man stabbed eight people with a knife in the city of Vetlanda.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/alarming-situation-in-brazil-as-record-covid-19-death-toll-seen-for-second-straight-day-367800">'Alarming' situation in Brazil as record Covid-19 death toll seen for second straight day</a>

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With 1,910 new deaths due to novel coronavirus, Brazil on Wednesday for the second consecutive day registered a record death toll.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-pm-imran-khan-to-seek-vote-of-confidence-after-senate-election-defeat-367799">Pakistan PM Imran Khan to seek vote of confidence after Senate election defeat</a>

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Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan is set to seek a vote of confidence in Parliament after the ruling Pakistan Tehreek-e-insaaf(PTI) lost a key Senate seat in Islamabad.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/neanderthal-thinking-joe-biden-slams-texas-mississippi-for-dropping-mask-wearing-requirements-367811">'Neanderthal thinking': Joe Biden slams Texas, Mississippi for dropping mask-wearing requirements</a>

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US President Joe Biden on Wednesday criticised Republican-ruled states Texas and Mississippi for dropping measures to wear masks, calling it "Neanderthal thinking".

The Myanmar junta's brutal tactics against the peaceful protesters continued on Wednesday as the United Nations said that at least 38 people died on Wednesday, taking the total death toll to 50.

The Myanmar junta's brutal tactics against the peaceful protesters continued on Wednesday as the United Nations said that at least 38 people died on Wednesday, taking the total death toll to 50. Meanwhile, a SpaceX rocket on Wednesday exploded after a seemingly successful flight and landing. Click on headlines to read more 'Only today, 38 people died': US condemns 'brutal violence' by Myanmar military International criticism against Myanmar military junta got fiercer on a day that was the bloodiest so far amid pro-democracy protests in the country. United Nations said that at least 38 deaths occurred on Wednesday ( March 3). This has brought the death toll to 50. SpaceX rocket explodes on ground SpaceX rocket on Wednesday exploded after a seemingly successful flight and landing. Swedish police probe stabbing incident as 'terror motive' after 8 injured Swedish police on Thursday opened "suspected terrorist" investigation after a man stabbed eight people with a knife in the city of Vetlanda. 'Alarming' situation in Brazil as record Covid-19 death toll seen for second straight day With 1,910 new deaths due to novel coronavirus, Brazil on Wednesday for the second consecutive day registered a record death toll. Pakistan PM Imran Khan to seek vote of confidence after Senate election defeat Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan is set to seek a vote of confidence in Parliament after the ruling Pakistan Tehreek-e-insaaf(PTI) lost a key Senate seat in Islamabad. 'Neanderthal thinking': Joe Biden slams Texas, Mississippi for dropping mask-wearing requirements US President Joe Biden on Wednesday criticised Republican-ruled states Texas and Mississippi for dropping measures to wear masks, calling it "Neanderthal thinking".

Morning news brief: Myanmar police violence, SpaceX rocket, and more

The Kremlin has warned that&nbsp;US' sanctions on Russia over the Navalny row will only worsen the strained ties between the two countries. Meanwhile&nbsp;in the US, President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/joe-biden">Joe Biden</a>&nbsp;has faced a big blow as his&nbsp;budget director pick, Neera Tanden, withdrew her name from the race on Tuesday.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sanctions-will-worsen-strained-ties-with-us-russia-on-navalny-row-367529" hreflang="en">Sanctions will worsen strained ties with US: Russia on Navalny row</a>

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According to officials, the United States intelligence agencies have concluded that Moscow was behind the near-fatal nerve agent attack on Navalny last year.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/joe-bidens-budget-chief-pick-neera-tanden-withdraws-from-race-after-senate-pushback-367528">Joe Biden's budget chief pick, Neera Tanden, withdraws from race</a>

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Tanden withdrew her name after majority Republicans refused last week to vote for her citing her personal tweets, attacking members of both parties.

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The Kremlin has warned that US' sanctions on Russia over the Navalny row will only worsen the strained ties between the two countries. Meanwhile in the US, President Joe Biden has faced a big blow as his budget director pick, Neera Tanden, withdrew her name from the race on Tuesday.

The Kremlin has warned that US' sanctions on Russia over the Navalny row will only worsen the strained ties between the two countries. Meanwhile in the US, President Joe Biden has faced a big blow as his budget director pick, Neera Tanden, withdrew her name from the race on Tuesday. Click on headlines to read more Sanctions will worsen strained ties with US: Russia on Navalny row According to officials, the United States intelligence agencies have concluded that Moscow was behind the near-fatal nerve agent attack on Navalny last year. Joe Biden's budget chief pick, Neera Tanden, withdraws from race Tanden withdrew her name after majority Republicans refused last week to vote for her citing her personal tweets, attacking members of both parties. Coronavirus in US: Masks no longer compulsory in Texas despite warnings The latest announcements come as President Joe Biden's administration insists on not dropping the measures such as wearing masks and maintaining social distancing to avoid the novel coronavirus. Brazilian P1 COVID-19 variant raises concerns France eases ban on Oxford-AstraZeneca jab for people over 65

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In Lebanon, protesters have blocked the road with burning tires and dumpsters after the Lebanese pound hits all-time low in a financial meltdown that has fueled poverty and widespread unrest.

Lebanon: Protesters block roads and burn tyres as pound hits all-time low

US National Security Commission has recommended that American universities must take steps to prevent sensitive technology from being stolen as the Biden administration doubles down to protect&nbsp;university research from&nbsp;China. Meanwhile, sources close to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/donald-trump">Trump</a> have revealed that Donald and Melania have already received a jab of the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">coronavirus vaccine</a>&nbsp;in secret.

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Speaking directly to his supporters and aides at the Conservative Political Action Conference, held in Orlando, Trump urged everyone to get vaccinated against coronavirus.

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Last week an Israeli cargo ship suffered a mysterious explosion in the Gulf of Oman. The explosion ripped through the holes on either side of ship's hull. Israel's PM Benjamin Netanyahu said that Iran is behind the attack but Iran has denied any role in mysterious blast.

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US National Security Commission has recommended that American universities must take steps to prevent sensitive technology from being stolen as the Biden administration doubles down to protect university research from China. Meanwhile, sources close to Trump have revealed that Donald and Melania have already received a jab of the coronavirus vaccine in secret. Click on headlines to read more US urges Saudi Arabia to disband Rapid Intervention Force linked to Khashoggi murder The Biden administration had earlier imposed sanctions on the Rapid Intervention Force and had banned the entry of 76 Saudis under a new policy against foreign officials who harass dissidents. Donald and Melania Trump secretly vaccinated in January: Report Speaking directly to his supporters and aides at the Conservative Political Action Conference, held in Orlando, Trump urged everyone to get vaccinated against coronavirus. US steps up effort to protect university research from China According to the National Security Commission on artificial intelligence, the recommendations will require more disclosure on research funding and partnerships at universities. Gravitas: Tom Cruise's deepfake videos raise an alarm What are deepfake videos? Have you ever come across them? Why is the deepfake technology so dangerous? Iran: Country 'strongly rejects' Israeli accusation of mysterious blast Last week an Israeli cargo ship suffered a mysterious explosion in the Gulf of Oman. The explosion ripped through the holes on either side of ship's hull. Israel's PM Benjamin Netanyahu said that Iran is behind the attack but Iran has denied any role in mysterious blast.

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With the coronavirus still looming out in the world, popular&nbsp;Golden Globes awards&nbsp;have been shifted to a virtual ceremony with hosts&nbsp;Tina Fey&nbsp;and&nbsp;Amy Poehler. WION is bringing you LIVE UPDATES.

Meanwhile,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/donald-trump">Donald Trump</a>&nbsp;put up his own show at CPAC 2021 where he hinted at a possible return to the White House in the 2024 US election. While the Republicans were busy in CPAC, the Biden administration called for the immediate release of Hong Kong pro-democracy activists.

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PM Modi, the first dose of coronavirus vaccine - India began its second phase of vaccination for people aged above 60 and those between 45 and 59 years old from March 1.&nbsp;

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The A-list audience and nominees are expected to largely remain at home, accepting awards via videolink, similar to the format of September's widely praised Emmys.&nbsp;

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With the coronavirus still looming out in the world, popular Golden Globes awards have been shifted to a virtual ceremony with hosts Tina Fey and Amy Poehler. WION is bringing you LIVE UPDATES.

With the coronavirus still looming out in the world, popular Golden Globes awards have been shifted to a virtual ceremony with hosts Tina Fey and Amy Poehler. WION is bringing you LIVE UPDATES. Meanwhile, Donald Trump put up his own show at CPAC 2021 where he hinted at a possible return to the White House in the 2024 US election. While the Republicans were busy in CPAC, the Biden administration called for the immediate release of Hong Kong pro-democracy activists. Click on headlines to read more 'Take the vaccine': PM Modi takes first dose of coronavirus vaccine at AIIMS PM Modi, the first dose of coronavirus vaccine - India began its second phase of vaccination for people aged above 60 and those between 45 and 59 years old from March 1. Golden Globes 2021 Live: 'Schitt's Creek' wins best TV series- comedy The A-list audience and nominees are expected to largely remain at home, accepting awards via videolink, similar to the format of September's widely praised Emmys. Thai anti-government protesters clash with riot police in Bangkok Pro-democracy protesters clashed with police in Thailand's capital Bangkok demanding King Maha Vajiralongkorn to give up direct command of the army unit housed there. Donald Trump teases 2024 presidential run in CPAC 2021 speech Immigration policies, rigged election, Cancel culture, Joe Biden, climate change, Impeachment and betrayal — Donald Trump continues complaining at CPAC 2021. Spain: Ten arrested in Barcelona as protests over jailed rapper turn violent

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Table tennis sensation Anna Hursey is making waves for her&nbsp;environmental advocacy&nbsp;with the 14-year-old set to help US President Joe Biden in a bid to tackle the climate crisis. Hursey is all set to talk to Deputy Chief of Mission Yael Lempert to discuss participating in the "Earth Day" on April 22 while also&nbsp;talking about the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Glasgow, Scotland later in 2021.&nbsp;&nbsp;

With Hursey's passion for&nbsp;climate change has caught the attention of many, the US Embassy had got in touch with her parents earlier this year, inviting the young table tennis sensation to work with US President Biden in his mission to fight the climate crisis.&nbsp;

"I was just at home, my parents just got a phone call and I was kind of like, what is this about? And they told me, but I was really excited," Hursey told CNN Sport.&nbsp;

Biden had signed an executive order, starting the 30-day process for the US to rejoin the Paris Agreement – an international accord to limit global warming – just after being sworn into office on January 20. Notably, the US had quit the agreement in 2020.&nbsp;

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"I feel so proud because President Biden can continue the great progress made by President Obama on the Paris agreement," said Hursey.&nbsp;

"I think President Biden is great, he clearly cares for people, not only for the US but for the world too. [His] new climate change agenda is very bold. To achieve zero emissions in America by 2050 is incredible."&nbsp;

At the age of 11, Hursey became the&nbsp;youngest&nbsp;ever to compete at the Commonwealth Games in 2018 but aims to win an Olympic medal. However, besides winning the coveted gold medal, Hursey's ambitions relay onto other aspects of the world.&nbsp;&nbsp;

"It means so much. I really want to win a medal in the Olympics," she said. "That would mean the world."&nbsp;

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"I think that loads of things are happening in the world, like earthquakes and hurricanes, and not everyone is taking notice of this. I think everyone should definitely take more notice and act upon it," she added.&nbsp;

"I think sportspeople have influence and many people play and watch sport and climate change is about caring for your family and friends. Everyone is affected by climate change and sport can definitely influence change.&nbsp;

"I would really just like to use my voice to tell people about climate change and hopefully they will take notice and act upon it."&nbsp;

Table tennis sensation Anna Hursey is making waves for her environmental advocacy with the 14-year-old set to help US President Joe Biden in a bid to tackle the climate crisis.

Table tennis sensation Anna Hursey is making waves for her environmental advocacy with the 14-year-old set to help US President Joe Biden in a bid to tackle the climate crisis. Hursey is all set to talk to Deputy Chief of Mission Yael Lempert to discuss participating in the "Earth Day" on April 22 while also talking about the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Glasgow, Scotland later in 2021. With Hursey's passion for climate change has caught the attention of many, the US Embassy had got in touch with her parents earlier this year, inviting the young table tennis sensation to work with US President Biden in his mission to fight the climate crisis. "I was just at home, my parents just got a phone call and I was kind of like, what is this about? And they told me, but I was really excited," Hursey told CNN Sport. Biden had signed an executive order, starting the 30-day process for the US to rejoin the Paris Agreement – an international accord to limit global warming – just after being sworn into office on January 20. Notably, the US had quit the agreement in 2020. ALSO READ: Argentines bring legend Diego Maradona back to life with mosaics "I feel so proud because President Biden can continue the great progress made by President Obama on the Paris agreement," said Hursey. "I think President Biden is great, he clearly cares for people, not only for the US but for the world too. [His] new climate change agenda is very bold. To achieve zero emissions in America by 2050 is incredible." At the age of 11, Hursey became the youngest ever to compete at the Commonwealth Games in 2018 but aims to win an Olympic medal. However, besides winning the coveted gold medal, Hursey's ambitions relay onto other aspects of the world. "It means so much. I really want to win a medal in the Olympics," she said. "That would mean the world." ALSO READ: Golf star Tiger Woods transferred to Los Angeles hospital for further treatment "I think that loads of things are happening in the world, like earthquakes and hurricanes, and not everyone is taking notice of this. I think everyone should definitely take more notice and act upon it," she added. "I think sportspeople have influence and many people play and watch sport and climate change is about caring for your family and friends. Everyone is affected by climate change and sport can definitely influence change. "I would really just like to use my voice to tell people about climate change and hopefully they will take notice and act upon it."

Table tennis sensation Anna Hursey, 14, set to help US President Joe Biden fight climate crisis

The US has approved Johnson &amp; Johnson <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">coronavirus vaccine</a> for emergency use in the country. However, US President&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/Joe%20Biden">Joe Biden</a>&nbsp;has urged citizens to keep following the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus">coronavirus</a> protocols. He is also scheduled to meet the Mexican President virtually, in which the two leaders will be talking about migration policies. Meanwhile, Myanmar's UN envoy who delivered an impassioned speech has been fired.

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On Friday, Myanmar's envoy to the United Nations Kyaw Moe Tun, in an emotional appeal, asked the international community to take 'the strongest possible action... to restore democracy'.

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On Saturday, the US authorised Johnson &amp; Johnson's coronavirus vaccine for emergency use, making it the third approved vaccine of the county since the outbreak of COVID-19 a year ago.

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Speaking at an event in Zacatecas, Lopez Obrador said that migration — of Mexicans to the US — would be one of the key points of his discussion with President Biden.

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The US has approved Johnson & Johnson coronavirus vaccine for emergency use in the country. However, US President Joe Biden has urged citizens to keep following the coronavirus protocols.

The US has approved Johnson & Johnson coronavirus vaccine for emergency use in the country. However, US President Joe Biden has urged citizens to keep following the coronavirus protocols. He is also scheduled to meet the Mexican President virtually, in which the two leaders will be talking about migration policies. Meanwhile, Myanmar's UN envoy who delivered an impassioned speech has been fired. Click on headlines to read more Myanmar military coup: UN envoy who delivered impassioned speech fired On Friday, Myanmar's envoy to the United Nations Kyaw Moe Tun, in an emotional appeal, asked the international community to take 'the strongest possible action... to restore democracy'. As US approves Johnson & Johnson coronavirus vaccine, Biden warns Americans On Saturday, the US authorised Johnson & Johnson's coronavirus vaccine for emergency use, making it the third approved vaccine of the county since the outbreak of COVID-19 a year ago. US and Mexico presidents to discuss migration policies for 'increased production' Speaking at an event in Zacatecas, Lopez Obrador said that migration — of Mexicans to the US — would be one of the key points of his discussion with President Biden. New Zealand's largest city Auckland back to lockdown after COVID-19 case The West Asia Post | Iraq prepares for Pope's visit

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Joe Biden said the US aistrikes in Syria should be seen as a warning to Iran, adding: "You can't act with impunity". Meanwhile, the United States on Friday declassified the intelligence report which blamed Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for approving the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.&nbsp;

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After a 'deadly' US airstrike in Syria, Iran has "strongly condemned" the actions, while US President Joe Biden has said that this was a warning for Iran.

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The United States on Friday unveiled the intelligence report which blamed Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for approving the murder of dissident journalist Jamal Khashoggi.&nbsp;

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In one of the most violent prison breakouts in the history of Haiti, more than 400 prisoners have escaped from jail, with nearly 25 people pronounced dead.

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Indian govt has questioned the silence of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet on Red Fort violence &amp; the issue of terrorism even as the latter continues to rake Kashmir irking Delhi.&nbsp;

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Sri Lanka has put Chinese Sinopharm's Covid-19 vaccine on hold and will use India-manufactured Oxford AstraZeneca vaccine to inoculate 14 million people, a government spokesperson has said.&nbsp;

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A woman who as a teenager ran away to join the Islamic State group has lost her bid to return to the UK to fight for the restoration of her citizenship, which was revoked on national security grounds.&nbsp;

Joe Biden said the US aistrikes in Syria should be seen as a warning to Iran, adding: "You can't act with impunity". Meanwhile, the United States on Friday declassified the intelligence report which blamed Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for approving the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.

Joe Biden said the US aistrikes in Syria should be seen as a warning to Iran, adding: "You can't act with impunity". Meanwhile, the United States on Friday declassified the intelligence report which blamed Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for approving the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. Click on headlines to read more 'Be prepared': Biden to Iran after US airstrike in Syria After a 'deadly' US airstrike in Syria, Iran has "strongly condemned" the actions, while US President Joe Biden has said that this was a warning for Iran. US report says Saudi Prince approved murder of journalist Khashoggi The United States on Friday unveiled the intelligence report which blamed Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for approving the murder of dissident journalist Jamal Khashoggi. More than 400 inmates flee Haiti prison; nearly 25 people dead In one of the most violent prison breakouts in the history of Haiti, more than 400 prisoners have escaped from jail, with nearly 25 people pronounced dead. India questions UN High Commissioner's silence on terror, Red Fort violence Indian govt has questioned the silence of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet on Red Fort violence & the issue of terrorism even as the latter continues to rake Kashmir irking Delhi. Sri Lanka puts Chinese Sinopharm on hold, to use India-manufactured vaccine Sri Lanka has put Chinese Sinopharm's Covid-19 vaccine on hold and will use India-manufactured Oxford AstraZeneca vaccine to inoculate 14 million people, a government spokesperson has said. Islamic State bride Shamima Begum loses legal bid to return to UK to fight for citizenship A woman who as a teenager ran away to join the Islamic State group has lost her bid to return to the UK to fight for the restoration of her citizenship, which was revoked on national security grounds.

Morning news brief: Biden warns Iran, Khashoggi murder report, and more

US President Joe Biden ordered the US military to launch airstrikes on facilities in eastern Syria in retaliation against rocket attacks on US troop locations in Iraq. Meanwhile, global terror funding watchdog the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) on Thursday said it would keep Pakistan on its terrorism financing "grey list".

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President Biden directed the US military to carry out airstrikes on facilities in eastern Syria in retaliation against rocket attacks on US troop locations in Iraq.

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The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) on Thursday said it would keep Pakistan on its terrorism financing “grey list”.

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US President Joe Biden spoke to Saudi Arabia's King Salman, 85, for the first time after taking office as president on January 20.

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Facebook ended one-week news blackout in Australia on Friday. The popular social media network also announced preliminary agreements with three small local publishers.&nbsp;

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India on Thursday took a 2-1 lead in the four-test series after defeating England by 10 wickets at the Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad. 
 
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US President Joe Biden ordered the US military to launch airstrikes on facilities in eastern Syria in retaliation against rocket attacks on US troop locations in Iraq.

US President Joe Biden ordered the US military to launch airstrikes on facilities in eastern Syria in retaliation against rocket attacks on US troop locations in Iraq. Meanwhile, global terror funding watchdog the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) on Thursday said it would keep Pakistan on its terrorism financing "grey list". Click on headlines to read more US carries out airstrikes against Iran-backed militia in eastern Syria President Biden directed the US military to carry out airstrikes on facilities in eastern Syria in retaliation against rocket attacks on US troop locations in Iraq. In setback to Imran Khan, Pakistan stays in FATF ‘grey list’, given June deadline to implement action plan The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) on Thursday said it would keep Pakistan on its terrorism financing “grey list”. President Biden calls Saudi King Salman; discusses Iran's 'destabilizing activities' US President Joe Biden spoke to Saudi Arabia's King Salman, 85, for the first time after taking office as president on January 20. Facebook relents, switches news back on in Australia Facebook ended one-week news blackout in Australia on Friday. The popular social media network also announced preliminary agreements with three small local publishers. Axar-Ashwin bamboozle England as India win pink-ball Test by 10 wickets, take 2-1 lead in the series India on Thursday took a 2-1 lead in the four-test series after defeating England by 10 wickets at the Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad. Watch | Gravitas: Is Nirav Modi's extradition a done deal?

Morning news brief: US airstrikes, Biden-Saudi king phone call and more

The Australian Parliament on Thursday approved the new law that will make it compulsory for Google and Facebook to pay media companies for news content published on their platforms. Meanwhile, a big study of 1.2 million people found that Pfizer-BioNTech's coronavirus vaccine is 94 per cent effective.&nbsp;

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The Australian Parliament on Thursday passed the news media and digital platforms mandatory bargaining code that will make it compulsory for Alphabet's Google and Facebook to pay media companies for news content.

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As Iran and the US tussle over the revival of the 2015 nuclear deal, the Biden administration said that its "patience is not unlimited".

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A massive study involving 1.2 million people published on Wednesday showed that Pfizer-BioNTech's coronavirus vaccine is 94 per cent effective.&nbsp;

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Beijing has harshly reacted against the Human Rights Watch (HRW) that slammed China for the inhuman treatment it metes out to the Uighur Muslims.

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Imran Khan is on a two-day visit to Sri Lanka. His first visit to the island nation since becoming prime minister. On day one, they focused on boosting bilateral relations, expanding trade ties and attracting more investments but as the day ended, it became amply clear that Khan only wanted a new platform to push his anti-India agenda. Alongside, he also did some good PR for Pakistan's iron-brother China.

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The Australian Parliament on Thursday approved the new law that will make it compulsory for Google and Facebook to pay media companies for news content published on their platforms.

The Australian Parliament on Thursday approved the new law that will make it compulsory for Google and Facebook to pay media companies for news content published on their platforms. Meanwhile, a big study of 1.2 million people found that Pfizer-BioNTech's coronavirus vaccine is 94 per cent effective. Click on headlines to read more Amid tussle with Facebook, Australia passes law requiring tech firms to pay for news The Australian Parliament on Thursday passed the news media and digital platforms mandatory bargaining code that will make it compulsory for Alphabet's Google and Facebook to pay media companies for news content. Our patience is not unlimited, US on nuclear deal with Iran As Iran and the US tussle over the revival of the 2015 nuclear deal, the Biden administration said that its "patience is not unlimited". Large study shows Pfizer's coronavirus vaccine 94% effective A massive study involving 1.2 million people published on Wednesday showed that Pfizer-BioNTech's coronavirus vaccine is 94 per cent effective. China condemns rights group's report on Xinjiang and Uighur Muslims Beijing has harshly reacted against the Human Rights Watch (HRW) that slammed China for the inhuman treatment it metes out to the Uighur Muslims. Imran Khan pushes anti-India agenda on two-day Sri Lanka visit Imran Khan is on a two-day visit to Sri Lanka. His first visit to the island nation since becoming prime minister. On day one, they focused on boosting bilateral relations, expanding trade ties and attracting more investments but as the day ended, it became amply clear that Khan only wanted a new platform to push his anti-India agenda. Alongside, he also did some good PR for Pakistan's iron-brother China. Watch | Gravitas: Exclusive: Ranil Wickremesinghe on WION

Morning news brief: Facebook-Australia row, Pfizer's vaccine, and more

The first big real-world study of the Pfizer BioNTech vaccine to be independently reviewed now shows that the vaccine is highly effective in preventing COVID-19.

Coronavirus Vaccine: Real world study confirms Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine 94% effective

23 people are believed to be trapped after an illegal gold mine in Indonesia's Sulawesi Island collapsed. A gruelling search and rescue operation has been launched, 15 people have been rescued so far.

Indonesia: 23 trapped in mine collapse

Tiger Woods was involved in a tragic car accident near Los Angeles, leading to injuries in both legs. Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden and Canada's&nbsp;Prime Minister Justin Trudeau had their&nbsp;first bilateral meeting and have claimed to have close ties while the US authorities claimed the rioters of the Capitol attack came prepared for war. On the other hand, Ecuador prison riots' death toll has increased to more than 65.

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Woods' car flew off the road and was involved in the roll-over collision, Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva said.

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Following one of the worst prison riots of Ecuador due to gang rivalry, nearly 65 inmates have been declared dead on Tuesday.

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In the first congressional hearing on Senate on the attack, security officials pointed that there were not even 'remote" and 'improbable' chances of a probable violence by the assessments made by intelligence officials.

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Tiger Woods was involved in a tragic car accident near Los Angeles, leading to injuries in both legs. Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden and Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau had their first bilateral meeting and have claimed to have close ties while the US authorities claimed the rioters of the Capitol attack came prepared for war.

Tiger Woods was involved in a tragic car accident near Los Angeles, leading to injuries in both legs. Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden and Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau had their first bilateral meeting and have claimed to have close ties while the US authorities claimed the rioters of the Capitol attack came prepared for war. On the other hand, Ecuador prison riots' death toll has increased to more than 65. Click on headlines to read more Tiger Woods receives 'serious injuries' after car crash near Los Angeles Woods' car flew off the road and was involved in the roll-over collision, Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva said. More than 60 inmates dead in Ecuador prison riots Following one of the worst prison riots of Ecuador due to gang rivalry, nearly 65 inmates have been declared dead on Tuesday. US Capitol riot: Security officials say rioters came 'ready for war' In the first congressional hearing on Senate on the attack, security officials pointed that there were not even 'remote" and 'improbable' chances of a probable violence by the assessments made by intelligence officials. 'US-Canada are best friends': Joe Biden Pakistan President slams France Anti-radicalism bill

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The United States crossed the grim milestone of 500,000 coronavirus deaths on Monday as President&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-official-says-who-needs-to-dig-deeper-on-virus-origins-365454">Joe Biden</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;Vice President Kamala Harris observed a moment of silence at the White House to commemorate the lives lost during the pandemic.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Trump supporters are running to alternate social media platforms after getting banned on Facebook and Twitter.

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US President Biden ordered flags over all federal buildings to be lowered until sunset of 26 February even as Washington national cathedral marked the day by tolling the cathedral bell 500 times.

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At least one rocket hit the headquarters of Iraq's national security service near the US diplomatic mission damaging several cars. One other rocket crashed into the nearby residential district of Harithiya.

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Facebook shut down nearly 900 accounts and Twitter blocked 70,000 accounts related t conspiracy group QAnon and such.

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The United States crossed the grim milestone of 500,000 coronavirus deaths on Monday as President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris observed a moment of silence at the White House to commemorate the lives lost during the pandemic.

The United States crossed the grim milestone of 500,000 coronavirus deaths on Monday as President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris observed a moment of silence at the White House to commemorate the lives lost during the pandemic. Meanwhile, Trump supporters are running to alternate social media platforms after getting banned on Facebook and Twitter. Click on headlines to read more 'Remember each person': Biden mourns as US records 500,000 COVID-19 deaths US President Biden ordered flags over all federal buildings to be lowered until sunset of 26 February even as Washington national cathedral marked the day by tolling the cathedral bell 500 times. We will hold Iran responsible, says US after rockets target US embassy in Iraq's Green Zone At least one rocket hit the headquarters of Iraq's national security service near the US diplomatic mission damaging several cars. One other rocket crashed into the nearby residential district of Harithiya. Trump supporters find solace in alternate apps after Twitter and Facebook ban Facebook shut down nearly 900 accounts and Twitter blocked 70,000 accounts related t conspiracy group QAnon and such. Gravitas: What do Iraq's Christians think about the visit of Pope Francis? × Gravitas: Facebook's news ban in Australia: A costly mistake for Zuckerberg? ×

Morning news brief: Biden mourns COVID deaths, US embassy in Iraq hit, and more

The much-talked row between the Australian government and social media tech giant Facebook has temporarily come to a halt after both parties agreed to a concession.

Australia-Facebook Row: FB to lift contentious ban on Aus news pages

In Canada, warmer winters are now threatening the seasonal icy roads. These winters crossings give easy access to people avoiding long journey's. But now residents are concerned about the future of these icy roads.

WION Fineprint: Warmer winters threatening icy roads in Canada

After days of talks, the IAEA&nbsp;has struck a deal with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-reiterates-stance-says-us-must-first-lift-sanctions-before-talks-to-revive-2015-deal-365245">Iran</a>. Meanwhile, the UK is hoping to ease lockdown restrictions imposed due to coronavirus as the country aims to vaccinate all adults by the end of July.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-strikes-temporary-solution-with-iaea-over-nuclear-inspection-365285" hreflang="en">Iran strikes 'temporary solution' with IAEA over nuclear inspection</a>

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Under the protocol with Iran, the IAEA will collect and analyze hundreds of thousands of images captured daily by its sophisticated surveillance cameras.&nbsp;

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After spending much of the winter in a tight lockdown,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-19-britain-aims-to-vaccinate-all-adults-by-july-end-365154">British</a>&nbsp;PM&nbsp;Boris Johnson&nbsp;is all set to announce a roadmap to ease lockdown measures in Parliament.

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FAA Administrator Steve Dickson said this order of special investigation might lead to the removal of some of the Boeing 777s from service.

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As of now, only a security guard has been reported as injured. The militants have been arrested and are being questioned, as per sources.

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After days of talks, the IAEA has struck a deal with Iran. Meanwhile, the UK is hoping to ease lockdown restrictions imposed due to coronavirus as the country aims to vaccinate all adults by the end of July.

After days of talks, the IAEA has struck a deal with Iran. Meanwhile, the UK is hoping to ease lockdown restrictions imposed due to coronavirus as the country aims to vaccinate all adults by the end of July. Click on headlines to read more Iran strikes 'temporary solution' with IAEA over nuclear inspection Under the protocol with Iran, the IAEA will collect and analyze hundreds of thousands of images captured daily by its sophisticated surveillance cameras. UK set to ease lockdown amid accelerating vaccine rollout After spending much of the winter in a tight lockdown, British PM Boris Johnson is all set to announce a roadmap to ease lockdown measures in Parliament. US aviation body orders special inspections of some Boeing 777s FAA Administrator Steve Dickson said this order of special investigation might lead to the removal of some of the Boeing 777s from service. Libya's interior minister survives assassination attempt As of now, only a security guard has been reported as injured. The militants have been arrested and are being questioned, as per sources. Inside Joe Biden's major policy decisions in a month

Morning news brief: Iran-IAEA find solution, UK's COVID lockdown, and more

In Niger, votes have begun to count in the presidential run-off that will usher in the first democratic handover of the power in the country's history. During Niger's presidential vote on Sunday, 7 election workers were killed when their vehicle struck a landmine.

Niger holds historic Presidential polls

President Of Turkey Recep Tayyip Erdoğan wants American sanctions on Bahrain to lifted while he also sees the recent development as a window of opportunities for both Iran and the US.

WION Dispatch: Turkey's Prez Erdoğan wants US sanctions to be lifted

The United States are all set to reach the grim milestones of 500,000 COVID-19 deaths. US President Joe Biden plans a candle-lighting ceremony to mark deaths.

Coronavirus Update: US nears 500,000 COVID-19 deaths.

Australia and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/facebook">Facebook</a> conducted talks on Friday after the social media giant blacked out news for Australian netizens. Meanwhile, more than 200,000 homes in Texas are without power with at least 30 people dead due to the harsh&nbsp;winter storm. In Spain, people are standing up against a nine-month prison sentence served to&nbsp;Pablo Hasel, the anti-establishment rapper.

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Facebook has blanked out pages of news organisations from Thursday for Australian users and blocked them from publishing any news content over the new legislation that has been approved by the lower house.

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