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A suspected hit-and-run attack by a 62-year-old man on Monday (November 11) evening at a sports centre in the southern Chinese city of Zhuhai, killed 35 people, and left 43 injured, China's state television CCTV reported.

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Japan's Prime Minister, Shigeru Ishiba, was caught dozing off in the parliament where he was re-elected to the position on Monday. Video footage showing him with his eyes closed in the House of Representatives is circulating on social media. Netizens are slamming Ishiba, saying that he was&nbsp;sleeping in the parliament.

Due to his drowsiness, questions were also raised about his health. But late on Monday, a top spokesman of the government addressed concerns about Ishiba in a news conference, saying that he had been working quite a bit.

“The prime minister has been extremely busy working until late into the night, and I understand that he had a cold today and was taking cold medicine,” Yoshimasa Hayashi, the chief cabinet secretary, said.&nbsp;

He clarified that he only had a cold and “there are no problems with his health”.

A few other lawmakers in the parliament criticised Ishiba for sleeping, saying it shows a lack of urgency. Kyodo News quoted an unidentified lawmaker as saying, “If he was really asleep, that shows his marked lack of tension."

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Hayashi can be seen checking in on Ishiba as he dozed off in the parliament.

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The video showing Ishiba with his head down and eyes closed quickly went viral, with several people slamming him and posting critical comments under the hashtag “#Ishibashushonoinemuri” or “#PMIshibaSnoozing”, The Japan Times reported.

Nobuyuki Baba, leader of the Japan Innovation Party, said he understood Ishiba was tired, but his actions were "inappropriate" on the day.

Meanwhile, Ishiba was confirmed as prime minister in a parliamentary vote on Monday. Earlier, Ishiba's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and its coalition partner Komeito couldn't secure a majority in the recent Lower House election.

Japan's Prime Minister, Shigeru Ishiba, was caught dozing off in the parliament where he was re-elected to the position on Monday. Video footage showing him with his eyes closed in the House of Representatives is circulating on social media.

Japan's Prime Minister, Shigeru Ishiba, was caught dozing off in the parliament where he was re-elected to the position on Monday. Video footage showing him with his eyes closed in the House of Representatives is circulating on social media. Netizens are slamming Ishiba, saying that he was sleeping in the parliament. Due to his drowsiness, questions were also raised about his health. But late on Monday, a top spokesman of the government addressed concerns about Ishiba in a news conference, saying that he had been working quite a bit. “The prime minister has been extremely busy working until late into the night, and I understand that he had a cold today and was taking cold medicine,” Yoshimasa Hayashi, the chief cabinet secretary, said. He clarified that he only had a cold and “there are no problems with his health”. A few other lawmakers in the parliament criticised Ishiba for sleeping, saying it shows a lack of urgency. Kyodo News quoted an unidentified lawmaker as saying, “If he was really asleep, that shows his marked lack of tension." Also Read: Japanese politician suggests 'women should remove uteruses after 30’; apologises Hayashi can be seen checking in on Ishiba as he dozed off in the parliament. Japanese social media was quick to point out that PM Shigeru Ishiba appeared to doze off during Monday’s vote in parliament for a new prime minister. The reason? Cold medicine, said Chief Cabinet Secretary Hayashi, who’s seen in the video beside Ishiba, checking if he’s alright. pic.twitter.com/CY6PX864Vl — Hanako Montgomery (@HanakoMontgome1) November 11, 2024 × The video showing Ishiba with his head down and eyes closed quickly went viral, with several people slamming him and posting critical comments under the hashtag “#Ishibashushonoinemuri” or “#PMIshibaSnoozing”, The Japan Times reported. Nobuyuki Baba, leader of the Japan Innovation Party, said he understood Ishiba was tired, but his actions were "inappropriate" on the day. Meanwhile, Ishiba was confirmed as prime minister in a parliamentary vote on Monday. Earlier, Ishiba's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and its coalition partner Komeito couldn't secure a majority in the recent Lower House election.

Japanese PM Ishiba dozes off in parliament, top official issues clarification

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A Japanese opposition party leader recently suggested a hypothetical idea saying that women should have their uteruses removed after turning 30, as this can help them feel that there is a “time limit” on childbirth. He has now apologised for his remarks.&nbsp;

Naoki Hyakuta, head of the Conservative Party of Japan made the remarks during a discussion about the country’s declining birth rate. With the statement, he seemed to suggest that if this is done, then women might choose to have children earlier.

The suggestion was made by Hyakuta, who came up with the controversial idea while talking on a YouTube programme on Friday. However, he stated that he did not support the idea.

Hyakuta accepted on Sunday that the remarks were not right. “I will retract them and apologise as there were people who found them unpleasant,” he said.

He also apologised on social media platform X and admitted that his remarks were “undeniably something extremely harsh”. He also reiterated that the idea was merely “science fiction” and “something that should not happen”.

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“I apologise to those who were offended,” he said.

<h2>Inappropriate even as ‘science fiction’ scenario</h2>

Hyakuta also faced criticism from his own party member as he made the suggestion on the show. Kaori Arimoto, a senior member who was also a part of the programme, told him that the idea was inappropriate even as a “science fiction” scenario.&nbsp;

Hyakuta defended by saying, “I was explaining about the time limitation (faced by women in giving birth) in a plain way.”

Arimoto said on the show that the society is changing and some people do not see a link between having children and happiness. When she asked Hyakuta on how this trend can be reversed, he said it requires changes to the social structure.&nbsp;

This is when he said that if hypothetically women believed that the time to have children was limited, they might have them earlier.&nbsp; 
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A Japanese opposition party leader recently suggested a hypothetical idea saying that women should have their uteruses removed after turning 30, as this can help them feel that there is a “time limit” on childbirth.

A Japanese opposition party leader recently suggested a hypothetical idea saying that women should have their uteruses removed after turning 30, as this can help them feel that there is a “time limit” on childbirth. He has now apologised for his remarks. Naoki Hyakuta, head of the Conservative Party of Japan made the remarks during a discussion about the country’s declining birth rate. With the statement, he seemed to suggest that if this is done, then women might choose to have children earlier. The suggestion was made by Hyakuta, who came up with the controversial idea while talking on a YouTube programme on Friday. However, he stated that he did not support the idea. Hyakuta accepted on Sunday that the remarks were not right. “I will retract them and apologise as there were people who found them unpleasant,” he said. He also apologised on social media platform X and admitted that his remarks were “undeniably something extremely harsh”. He also reiterated that the idea was merely “science fiction” and “something that should not happen”. Also Read: 'Fictosexual' Japanese man celebrates sixth wedding anniversary with fictional Vocaloid wife “I apologise to those who were offended,” he said. Inappropriate even as ‘science fiction’ scenario Hyakuta also faced criticism from his own party member as he made the suggestion on the show. Kaori Arimoto, a senior member who was also a part of the programme, told him that the idea was inappropriate even as a “science fiction” scenario. Hyakuta defended by saying, “I was explaining about the time limitation (faced by women in giving birth) in a plain way.” Arimoto said on the show that the society is changing and some people do not see a link between having children and happiness. When she asked Hyakuta on how this trend can be reversed, he said it requires changes to the social structure. This is when he said that if hypothetically women believed that the time to have children was limited, they might have them earlier.

Japanese politician suggests 'women should remove uteruses after 30’; apologises

Virginia US Presidential Election 2024:&nbsp;The United States recently wrapped its 2024 presidential election, where Republican candidate Donald Trump emerged victorious and is once again heading to the White House. Meanwhile, the US state of Virginia was won by Democratic candidate Kamala Harris.&nbsp;

Virginians headed to the polls on November 5 like the rest of the country. The state held 13 electoral votes.

<h2>Virginia US Presidential Election 2024</h2>

Virginia was one of the first 13 colonies and the birthplace of four of the first five US presidents. Notably, the state shares a border with the US capital, Washington, DC.&nbsp;

Virginia had almost always sided with the Democratic Party but began being seen as a competitive battleground state in the 1990s due to the rapid population growth and shifting demographics around Washington, DC.&nbsp;

Between 1952 and 2004, Virginia witnessed a rise in support for Republicans and it wasn’t until 2008 that the Democrats emerged victorious in the state.&nbsp;

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As expected, this trend continued during this election. A pre-election poll conducted by the Washington Post-Schar School poll between October 19-23 showed Harris (49 per cent) has a lead over Trump (43 per cent) in Virginia.

<h2>SCOTUS rules in favour of Virginia’s voter roll purge</h2>

On Wednesday (Oct 30), the US Supreme Court backed Virginia's decision to purge its voter rolls of 1,600 people who state officials concluded were not American citizens.&nbsp;

While it is illegal for non-citizens to vote in US federal elections, Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin, a Republican, introduced a new policy earlier this year to rid the state’s official voter registration list of people “unable to verify that they are citizens,” with daily data sharing among state agencies.&nbsp;

However, President Joe Biden’s administration and rights groups have argued that the list also included actual citizens whose names are now struck.

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The Virginia governor was sued for his order by the US justice department and civil rights groups said that the state was violating federal law, which prohibits systematic removals of voters within 90 days of a federal election.&nbsp;

The SCOTUS’ 6-3 conservative majority ruled in favour of Youngkin’s policy, while three liberal justices dissented.&nbsp;

<h2>How many Senate seats went for election in the state? Who are the candidates?</h2>

Virginians also chose one of its two senators to serve in the US Senate for the next six years. Incumbent Tim Kaine, a Democratic, ran against Hung Cao (Republican) for the Senate seat for which the voting took place on November 5.&nbsp;

The Democratic incumbent was re-elected after securing 54.1 per cent of the votes. Kaine was first elected to the seat in 2012 (53 per cent - 47 per cent) and re-elected in 2018 (57 per cent - 41 per cent).&nbsp;

<h2>How many House of Representatives seats went for&nbsp;election in the state? Who won?</h2>

Virginians also voted for 11 candidates to serve in the US House of Representatives from each of the state’s 11 House districts.&nbsp;

According to the Associated Press (AP), the Democratic party secured six seats – Robert Scott (VA 3), Jennifer McClellan (VA 4), Eugene Vindman (VA 7), Donald Beyer (VA 8), Suhas Subramanyam (VA 10), and Gerald Connolly (VA 11).&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Republicans managed to secure five seats – Rob Wittman (VA 1), Jen Kiggans (VA 2), John McGuire (VA 5), Ben Cline (VA 6), and Morgan Griffith (VA 9).

<h2>Who won the presidential election in the state in 2020?</h2>

In 2020, incumbent President Joe Biden won the state with 2,413,568 votes (54.1 per cent) and Donald Trump lost after he garnered 1,962,430 votes (44 per cent).&nbsp;

<h2>Results of 2024 election</h2>

As mentioned earlier, US Vice President Harris won Virginia after securing 22,35,958 votes (51.8 per cent), while Trump managed to garner 20,11,637 votes (46.6 per cent).

(With inputs from agencies)

Virginia US Presidential Election 2024: The United States recently wrapped its 2024 presidential election, where Republican candidate Donald Trump emerged victorious and is once again heading to the White House.

Virginia US Presidential Election 2024: The United States recently wrapped its 2024 presidential election, where Republican candidate Donald Trump emerged victorious and is once again heading to the White House. Meanwhile, the US state of Virginia was won by Democratic candidate Kamala Harris. Virginians headed to the polls on November 5 like the rest of the country. The state held 13 electoral votes. Virginia US Presidential Election 2024 Virginia was one of the first 13 colonies and the birthplace of four of the first five US presidents. Notably, the state shares a border with the US capital, Washington, DC. Virginia had almost always sided with the Democratic Party but began being seen as a competitive battleground state in the 1990s due to the rapid population growth and shifting demographics around Washington, DC. Between 1952 and 2004, Virginia witnessed a rise in support for Republicans and it wasn’t until 2008 that the Democrats emerged victorious in the state. WATCH | President Biden's Garbage Remark Puts Kamala Harris on Backfoot As expected, this trend continued during this election. A pre-election poll conducted by the Washington Post-Schar School poll between October 19-23 showed Harris (49 per cent) has a lead over Trump (43 per cent) in Virginia. SCOTUS rules in favour of Virginia’s voter roll purge On Wednesday (Oct 30), the US Supreme Court backed Virginia's decision to purge its voter rolls of 1,600 people who state officials concluded were not American citizens. While it is illegal for non-citizens to vote in US federal elections, Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin, a Republican, introduced a new policy earlier this year to rid the state’s official voter registration list of people “unable to verify that they are citizens,” with daily data sharing among state agencies. However, President Joe Biden’s administration and rights groups have argued that the list also included actual citizens whose names are now struck. Also Read | Ohio US Presidential Election 2024: Voting, Result info, Candidates and all you need to know The Virginia governor was sued for his order by the US justice department and civil rights groups said that the state was violating federal law, which prohibits systematic removals of voters within 90 days of a federal election. The SCOTUS’ 6-3 conservative majority ruled in favour of Youngkin’s policy, while three liberal justices dissented. How many Senate seats went for election in the state? Who are the candidates? Virginians also chose one of its two senators to serve in the US Senate for the next six years. Incumbent Tim Kaine, a Democratic, ran against Hung Cao (Republican) for the Senate seat for which the voting took place on November 5. The Democratic incumbent was re-elected after securing 54.1 per cent of the votes. Kaine was first elected to the seat in 2012 (53 per cent - 47 per cent) and re-elected in 2018 (57 per cent - 41 per cent). How many House of Representatives seats went for election in the state? Who won? Virginians also voted for 11 candidates to serve in the US House of Representatives from each of the state’s 11 House districts. According to the Associated Press (AP), the Democratic party secured six seats – Robert Scott (VA 3), Jennifer McClellan (VA 4), Eugene Vindman (VA 7), Donald Beyer (VA 8), Suhas Subramanyam (VA 10), and Gerald Connolly (VA 11). Meanwhile, Republicans managed to secure five seats – Rob Wittman (VA 1), Jen Kiggans (VA 2), John McGuire (VA 5), Ben Cline (VA 6), and Morgan Griffith (VA 9). Who won the presidential election in the state in 2020? In 2020, incumbent President Joe Biden won the state with 2,413,568 votes (54.1 per cent) and Donald Trump lost after he garnered 1,962,430 votes (44 per cent). Results of 2024 election As mentioned earlier, US Vice President Harris won Virginia after securing 22,35,958 votes (51.8 per cent), while Trump managed to garner 20,11,637 votes (46.6 per cent). (With inputs from agencies)

Virginia US Presidential Election 2024: House, Senate, local elections - What we know

The passengers were shouting and scared for their lives when the Royal Caribbean cruise ship tilted due to the freak weather.&nbsp;

In the video, the huge Royal Caribbean cruise ship was seen tilting “45 degrees” in&nbsp;the Atlantic Ocean and the passengers lost their grip in the scenario. The video went viral on the social media platforms.&nbsp;

As per the reports, a squall had hit the ship that tilted off the coast of Africa.&nbsp;

As per Cruise Hive, the incident happened on the Explorer of the Seas of the Royal Caribbean on November 7. The winds, carrying the strength of the hurricane, tilted the 137,308-gross-tonne vessel to its side and led to chaos onboard.

In the dramatic video which went viral online, people onboard the ship were seen in chaos as furniture smashed and passengers found it difficult to remain upright.&nbsp;

In the video, plates and glasses were seen shattered on the ground and crew members were seen trying to pacify panicked passengers.

More than 5,000 crew and passengers were present on the Explorer of the Seas when the weather forced it to tip towards one side.

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However, no major injuries happened on the ship and some passengers and crew members had minor cuts and bruises.

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<h2>Here's how social media users reacted to the video</h2>

The video went viral on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) and received more than 22 million views and hundreds of comments.

Taking to Facebook, one passenger wrote, “I’m on the ship too, scary as hell in the dining room with plates smashing everywhere, people screaming and tables &amp; food all over the place.”

Reacting to the video on X, a user wrote, "And this is why I will never go on a cruise lol."

"The way I’d be walking around with my life jacket on," said another user.

"Woman wants to divorce husband of 25 years over 'simple' habit - but people agree with her," wrote a third user.

"This is rare, as cruise ships are huge and have underwater stabilizers. I went on a 7-day Caribbean cruise once and it was amazing. 10/10 would do it again," stated a fourth user.

"You sure they aren't just dancing?," commented a fifth user.

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The passengers were shouting and scared for their lives when the Royal Caribbean cruise ship tilted due to the freak weather. In the video, the huge Royal Caribbean cruise ship was seen tilting “45 degrees” in the Atlantic Ocean and the passengers lost their grip in the scenario.

The passengers were shouting and scared for their lives when the Royal Caribbean cruise ship tilted due to the freak weather. In the video, the huge Royal Caribbean cruise ship was seen tilting “45 degrees” in the Atlantic Ocean and the passengers lost their grip in the scenario. The video went viral on the social media platforms. As per the reports, a squall had hit the ship that tilted off the coast of Africa. As per Cruise Hive, the incident happened on the Explorer of the Seas of the Royal Caribbean on November 7. The winds, carrying the strength of the hurricane, tilted the 137,308-gross-tonne vessel to its side and led to chaos onboard. In the dramatic video which went viral online, people onboard the ship were seen in chaos as furniture smashed and passengers found it difficult to remain upright. In the video, plates and glasses were seen shattered on the ground and crew members were seen trying to pacify panicked passengers. More than 5,000 crew and passengers were present on the Explorer of the Seas when the weather forced it to tip towards one side. Cruise ship tilted 45 degrees in the Atlantic ocean 😳 pic.twitter.com/4lIIxIFCkh — FearBuck (@FearedBuck) November 10, 2024 × However, no major injuries happened on the ship and some passengers and crew members had minor cuts and bruises. Also Read: Ship owner in Baltimore bridge collapse to pay $100 million, says US Justice Department Here's how social media users reacted to the video The video went viral on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) and received more than 22 million views and hundreds of comments. Taking to Facebook, one passenger wrote, “I’m on the ship too, scary as hell in the dining room with plates smashing everywhere, people screaming and tables & food all over the place.” Reacting to the video on X, a user wrote, "And this is why I will never go on a cruise lol." "The way I’d be walking around with my life jacket on," said another user. "Woman wants to divorce husband of 25 years over 'simple' habit - but people agree with her," wrote a third user. "This is rare, as cruise ships are huge and have underwater stabilizers. I went on a 7-day Caribbean cruise once and it was amazing. 10/10 would do it again," stated a fourth user. "You sure they aren't just dancing?," commented a fifth user. (With inputs from agencies)

Watch: Cruise ship tilts 45º in Atlantic Ocean, passengers scream amid chaos

A high-profile television drama in Thailand is being accused of potentially abusing animals following a scene showing a cat convulsing on the ground. The cat was seen suffering and writhing on the floor in the Thai drama The Empress of Ayodhaya.&nbsp;

Controversy erupted after a scene showed a woman giving tea to her cat to check whether it had been spiked. The cat soon starts purring and convulsing on the ground and dies. This led people to think that something was done to the cat, triggering outrage against the show on social media.

Viewers raised concern about it, asking how the cat was acting so convincingly. Some people suggested that the cat was potentially mistreated. The show's makers quickly worked to reassure the audience that the animal was not mistreated in any way. However, a boycott campaign against the show is attracting attention on social media. Allegations of the abuse are being probed by concerned officials.

The show is inspired by the story of a 16th-century Siamese queen.

The show’s director, Sant Srikaenlaw and Thai television channel One31 said that for the scene, the cat was administered anaesthesia under expert supervision.

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<h2>Makers threatened with action</h2>

In an effort to quell the anger, Sant told people that the cat was conscious and promised to get its health checked. The producers also posted pictures and videos of the cat to show that it was perfectly healthy.

The anger has led to several groups getting involved. Thailand’s Livestock Department said that it was investigating allegations of animal cruelty and would need to examine the cat to be sure that no harm was inflicted.

The Veterinary Council of Thailand also warned of action, saying that sedating animals could prove to be dangerous.

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) condemned the anesthetising of the cat in a statement on Monday. "If you can’t make a TV show without risking the lives of animals, you’re in the wrong business," it said in the statement.&nbsp; 
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A high-profile television drama in Thailand is being accused of potentially abusing animals following a scene showing a cat convulsing on the ground. The cat was seen suffering and writhing on the floor in the Thai drama The Empress of Ayodhaya.

A high-profile television drama in Thailand is being accused of potentially abusing animals following a scene showing a cat convulsing on the ground. The cat was seen suffering and writhing on the floor in the Thai drama The Empress of Ayodhaya. Controversy erupted after a scene showed a woman giving tea to her cat to check whether it had been spiked. The cat soon starts purring and convulsing on the ground and dies. This led people to think that something was done to the cat, triggering outrage against the show on social media. Viewers raised concern about it, asking how the cat was acting so convincingly. Some people suggested that the cat was potentially mistreated. The show's makers quickly worked to reassure the audience that the animal was not mistreated in any way. However, a boycott campaign against the show is attracting attention on social media. Allegations of the abuse are being probed by concerned officials. The show is inspired by the story of a 16th-century Siamese queen. The show’s director, Sant Srikaenlaw and Thai television channel One31 said that for the scene, the cat was administered anaesthesia under expert supervision. Also Read: World’s fattest cat Crumbs loses his life after joining feline fat camp Makers threatened with action In an effort to quell the anger, Sant told people that the cat was conscious and promised to get its health checked. The producers also posted pictures and videos of the cat to show that it was perfectly healthy. The anger has led to several groups getting involved. Thailand’s Livestock Department said that it was investigating allegations of animal cruelty and would need to examine the cat to be sure that no harm was inflicted. The Veterinary Council of Thailand also warned of action, saying that sedating animals could prove to be dangerous. People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) condemned the anesthetising of the cat in a statement on Monday. "If you can’t make a TV show without risking the lives of animals, you’re in the wrong business," it said in the statement.

Thai TV show makers accused of abusing cat seen writhing in pain in a scene

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is prepping himself for ‘golf diplomacy’ with the next president of the US, Donald Trump. According to Yoon’s office, the South Korean leader visited a golf course on Saturday (Nov. 9), a sport that he last played in 2016. Yoon believes his golf diplomacy may help him in his future meetings with Donald Trump.

Earlier on Thursday, Yoon told a press conference he shared a ‘very good chemistry’ with Trump. “A lot of people close to President Trump … [told me] President Yoon and Trump will have good chemistry,” Yoon was quoted as saying after he congratulated the president-elect over a phone call.

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Yoon added that former Trump officials and senior GOP members had even offered him help to build ties with the 47th president.&nbsp;Trump loves playing golf and according to a report from Washington Post, the GOP leader played 261 rounds of golf during his first term, an average of one round per 5.6 days.

Yoon’s priority is to seek to build a personal relationship with Donald Trump, which may help him further the interests of his country.

<h2>Why South Korea is tensed over Trump's presidency?</h2>

During Trump’s first term, Trump and Seoul clashed over the cost-sharing of over 28,000 US troops stationed in South Korea. The troops are deployed there as a legacy of the 1950-53 Korean War.

On the other hand, Seoul’s trade partnership with the US is also one of the most cherished, with the North American economy contributing the most to South Korean exports. South Korean companies exported goods worth $116 billion to the US in 2023.

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Now, Yoon hopes to minimise the potential threats to South Korean business interests that may arise from an unpredictable Trump administration by relying on personal connections. Ramon Pacheco Pardo, a specialist in Korean affairs at King’s College London, was quoted as saying by the Guardian, “I also think that Yoon is generally well-liked by policymakers in the United States, which will help him, whoever advises Trump on foreign policy.”

(With inputs from agencies)

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is prepping himself for ‘golf diplomacy’ with the next president of the US, Donald Trump. According to Yoon’s office, the South Korean leader visited a golf course on Saturday (Nov.

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is prepping himself for ‘golf diplomacy’ with the next president of the US, Donald Trump. According to Yoon’s office, the South Korean leader visited a golf course on Saturday (Nov. 9), a sport that he last played in 2016. Yoon believes his golf diplomacy may help him in his future meetings with Donald Trump. Earlier on Thursday, Yoon told a press conference he shared a ‘very good chemistry’ with Trump. “A lot of people close to President Trump … [told me] President Yoon and Trump will have good chemistry,” Yoon was quoted as saying after he congratulated the president-elect over a phone call. Also read: Anti-Trump protests erupt across US; check photos and videos Yoon added that former Trump officials and senior GOP members had even offered him help to build ties with the 47th president. Trump loves playing golf and according to a report from Washington Post, the GOP leader played 261 rounds of golf during his first term, an average of one round per 5.6 days. Yoon’s priority is to seek to build a personal relationship with Donald Trump, which may help him further the interests of his country. Why South Korea is tensed over Trump's presidency? During Trump’s first term, Trump and Seoul clashed over the cost-sharing of over 28,000 US troops stationed in South Korea. The troops are deployed there as a legacy of the 1950-53 Korean War. On the other hand, Seoul’s trade partnership with the US is also one of the most cherished, with the North American economy contributing the most to South Korean exports. South Korean companies exported goods worth $116 billion to the US in 2023. Also read: Pentagon officials brace for `illegal` orders from Donald Trump: Report Now, Yoon hopes to minimise the potential threats to South Korean business interests that may arise from an unpredictable Trump administration by relying on personal connections. Ramon Pacheco Pardo, a specialist in Korean affairs at King’s College London, was quoted as saying by the Guardian, “I also think that Yoon is generally well-liked by policymakers in the United States, which will help him, whoever advises Trump on foreign policy.” (With inputs from agencies)

S Korean leader taking golf classes to prepare for meeting with Donald Trump

Elon Musk, the billionaire Tesla CEO and one of US President-elect Donald Trump's closest allies, has been spending "nearly every day" with Trump at his Florida estate, Mar-a-Lago, while holding telephonic conversations with world leaders, according to reports.&nbsp;

Musk has been constantly at Trump's Florida residence since last week's election, dining with him on the patio and also joining him on the golf course, The Independent reported, quoting CNN anchor Kaitlan Collins.&nbsp;

"Musk has been in the room when world leaders called Trump, and tonight we've learned he's also weighing in on staffing decisions – making clear his preference for certain roles, even," Collins said on Sunday night.

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"While Musk himself is still not expected to take any kind of formal position, given how complicated it would be with his companies, what's becoming clearer tonight is that he doesn't really need to – with one source telling me Elon Musk is having just as much influence from the outside."

During a CNN broadcast on Sunday morning, tech journalist Kara Swisher said that Musk is not going anywhere "until Trump throws him out. Which could happen, because they're both really strong personalities who like to be at the centre of attention."

Musk was also seen chatting at dinner alongside incoming First Lady Melania Trump in Palm Beach, and also spending time with Trump's grandchildren, Daily Mail reported.&nbsp;

Further, the billionaire joined Trump on a call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky last week. However, he did not have a formal role within the quickly forming administration.&nbsp;

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Earlier in September, Trump pointed to an inside role for Musk during his New York speech.&nbsp;

Musk has become one of the closest allies of Trump and has not only donated at least USD 132 million to him and other Republicans but also had regularly appeared at his rallies.&nbsp;

Moreover, he was also seen in many of Trump's family photos, standing alongside the Trump clan, excluding his wife Melania, in a post-election group picture.&nbsp;

Musk has been weighing in not just on who should serve in US government but also over the power of the executive and the Senate.&nbsp;

Trump during his election night speech said, "We have to protect our geniuses, we don’t have that many of them", while saluting Musk, who jumped on stage during his second rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.

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Elon Musk, the billionaire Tesla CEO and one of US President-elect Donald Trump's closest allies, has been spending "nearly every day" with Trump at his Florida estate, Mar-a-Lago, while holding telephonic conversations with world leaders, according to reports.

Elon Musk, the billionaire Tesla CEO and one of US President-elect Donald Trump's closest allies, has been spending "nearly every day" with Trump at his Florida estate, Mar-a-Lago, while holding telephonic conversations with world leaders, according to reports. Musk has been constantly at Trump's Florida residence since last week's election, dining with him on the patio and also joining him on the golf course, The Independent reported, quoting CNN anchor Kaitlan Collins. "Musk has been in the room when world leaders called Trump, and tonight we've learned he's also weighing in on staffing decisions – making clear his preference for certain roles, even," Collins said on Sunday night. Also read: Kai Trump drops Election Night vlog revealing behind-the-scenes moments from Trump's victory "While Musk himself is still not expected to take any kind of formal position, given how complicated it would be with his companies, what's becoming clearer tonight is that he doesn't really need to – with one source telling me Elon Musk is having just as much influence from the outside." During a CNN broadcast on Sunday morning, tech journalist Kara Swisher said that Musk is not going anywhere "until Trump throws him out. Which could happen, because they're both really strong personalities who like to be at the centre of attention." Musk was also seen chatting at dinner alongside incoming First Lady Melania Trump in Palm Beach, and also spending time with Trump's grandchildren, Daily Mail reported. Further, the billionaire joined Trump on a call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky last week. However, he did not have a formal role within the quickly forming administration. Watch | USA News: Trump Assembles Cabinet, Hopefuls Flock At His Mar-a-Lago Residence | WION Originals × Earlier in September, Trump pointed to an inside role for Musk during his New York speech. Musk has become one of the closest allies of Trump and has not only donated at least USD 132 million to him and other Republicans but also had regularly appeared at his rallies. Moreover, he was also seen in many of Trump's family photos, standing alongside the Trump clan, excluding his wife Melania, in a post-election group picture. Musk has been weighing in not just on who should serve in US government but also over the power of the executive and the Senate. Trump during his election night speech said, "We have to protect our geniuses, we don’t have that many of them", while saluting Musk, who jumped on stage during his second rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. (With inputs from agencies)

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German Chancellor Olaf Scholz is willing to call a vote of confidence in parliament before Christmas, which would pave the way for snap elections following the collapse of his three-way governing coalition. Watch this report for more details!

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Silicon Valley billionaire Vinod Khosla, who was supporting Democrat Kamala Harris in the US presidential elections, congratulated SpaceX CEO Elon Musk after the victory of Donald Trump.&nbsp;

Khosla, in his note, also spoke about how he wants the SpaceX CEO to help Trump in running the administration and what he wants him to stop the president-elect from doing.&nbsp;

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The message was sent days after the two got engaged in an ugly brawl on X which polarised the users of the platform.&nbsp;

<h2>Here's what Vinod Khosla said to Elon Musk</h2>

“Congratulations Elon Musk on the win. Hopefully you can get Trump to do some of the things he said he'd do and not do some of the things he promised to do,” wrote Khosla.

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“Make the best of it now for the country. For eg if we can focus in FDA on better regulation instead of RFK kooky science it would be good. Attention to climate which you subscribe to would be good. Under MAGA banner I hope we don't abandon our allies and Ukraine. More to come…,” he added.

The first point raised by Khosla refers to Robert F. Kennedy Jr who took the big portfolio under the Trump administration.&nbsp;

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The 70-year-old has taken the vow to Make America Healthy Again.

Speaking about his plans to NBC News, RFK Jr. said, “I’m not going to take away anybody’s vaccines" and added, “If vaccines are working for somebody, I’m not going to take them away. People ought to have [a] choice, and that choice ought to be informed by the best information.”

“So I’m going to make sure scientific safety studies and efficacy are out there, and people can make individual assessments about whether that product is going to be good for them,” Kennedy said.

(With inputs from agencies)

Silicon Valley billionaire Vinod Khosla, who was supporting Democrat Kamala Harris in the US presidential elections, congratulated SpaceX CEO Elon Musk after the victory of Donald Trump.

Silicon Valley billionaire Vinod Khosla, who was supporting Democrat Kamala Harris in the US presidential elections, congratulated SpaceX CEO Elon Musk after the victory of Donald Trump. Khosla, in his note, also spoke about how he wants the SpaceX CEO to help Trump in running the administration and what he wants him to stop the president-elect from doing. Also Read: Elon Musk makes surprise appearance on Trump-Zelensky phone call: Reports The message was sent days after the two got engaged in an ugly brawl on X which polarised the users of the platform. Here's what Vinod Khosla said to Elon Musk “Congratulations Elon Musk on the win. Hopefully you can get Trump to do some of the things he said he'd do and not do some of the things he promised to do,” wrote Khosla. Congratulations @elonmusk on the win. Hopefully you can get Trump to do some of the things he said he'd do and not do some of the things he promised to do. Make the best of it now for the country. For eg if we can focus in FDA on better regulation instead of RFK kooky science it… — Vinod Khosla (@vkhosla) November 10, 2024 × “Make the best of it now for the country. For eg if we can focus in FDA on better regulation instead of RFK kooky science it would be good. Attention to climate which you subscribe to would be good. Under MAGA banner I hope we don't abandon our allies and Ukraine. More to come…,” he added. The first point raised by Khosla refers to Robert F. Kennedy Jr who took the big portfolio under the Trump administration. Watch: Elon Musk Predicts Canadian PM Justin Trudeau's Downfall The 70-year-old has taken the vow to Make America Healthy Again. Speaking about his plans to NBC News, RFK Jr. said, “I’m not going to take away anybody’s vaccines" and added, “If vaccines are working for somebody, I’m not going to take them away. People ought to have [a] choice, and that choice ought to be informed by the best information.” “So I’m going to make sure scientific safety studies and efficacy are out there, and people can make individual assessments about whether that product is going to be good for them,” Kennedy said. (With inputs from agencies)

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All eyes are on the general elections in Sri Lanka as the campaign for the polls ended last night. The island nation has now moved into a silent period, during which all campaign activities are prohibited until election day. Watch in for more details!

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China's largest air show officially opened on Tuesday with Beijing showcasing its growing military might to potential customers and rivals alike. It's a show of strength for China. The star of Airshow China, held in the southern city of Zhuhai this year, is the new J-35A stealth fighter jet. Let's find out more about this stealth fighter. Watch in for more details!

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The Israeli army said on Tuesday (Nov 12) that four of its soldiers have been killed in the northern Gaza Strip.

The IDF said in a statement that all four "fell during combat in the northern Gaza Strip" on Monday, bringing the total number of Israeli soldiers killed in the Palestinian territory since the start of ground operations in October last year to 376.

The slain troops were named 20-year-old Staff Sergeant Orr Katz, 21-year-old Nave Yair Asulin, 21-year-old Gary Lalhruaikima Zolat, and 20-year-old Ofir Eliyahu, Times of Israel reported.&nbsp;

The killing of soldiers came just after Gaza's civil defence agency said that at least 14 people were killed in Israeli strikes on the Palestinian territory.

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"At least 14 people were killed and dozens injured early Tuesday morning after several (Israeli) strikes on the Gaza Strip," spokesman Mahmoud Bassal told AFP.&nbsp;

<h2>Saudi condemns Israel's 'Genocide'</h2>

Both incidents came a day after State leaders met in Riyadh on November 11 for an Arab and Islamic summit on the situation in Gaza and Lebanon, with the aim of unifying visions and positions and following up on the outcomes of a similar joint summit held last year before the conflict in the region expanded.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman said in his opening speech, “The Kingdom renews its call and categorical rejection of the genocide committed by Israel against the brotherly Palestinian people.”

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“We are not dealing with a state in the legal sense, but rather with an outlaw colonial entity," said Syrian President, Bashar Al Assad.

"We are not dealing with a people in the civilised sense, but rather with herds of settlers closer to barbarism than to humanity," he added.

<h2>'Stop Israeli Aggression'</h2>

Meanwhile, the Palestinian Islamist movement Hamas on November 11 called on Arab and Muslim countries to translate their pledges of support into action and take measures to stop Israeli "aggression".

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"The establishment of an independent Palestinian state with Jerusalem as its capital would require more immediate efforts and practical solutions to force (Israel) to stop its aggression and genocide against our people," Hamas said in a statement after Arab and Muslim leaders demanded at a summit in Riyadh that Israel withdraw from occupied Palestinian territories as a precondition for regional peace.

(With inputs from agencies)

The Israeli army said on Tuesday (Nov 12) that four of its soldiers have been killed in the northern Gaza Strip. The IDF said in a statement that all four "fell during combat in the northern Gaza Strip" on Monday, bringing the total number of Israeli soldiers killed in the Palestinian territory since the start of ground operations in October last year to 376.

The Israeli army said on Tuesday (Nov 12) that four of its soldiers have been killed in the northern Gaza Strip. The IDF said in a statement that all four "fell during combat in the northern Gaza Strip" on Monday, bringing the total number of Israeli soldiers killed in the Palestinian territory since the start of ground operations in October last year to 376. The slain troops were named 20-year-old Staff Sergeant Orr Katz, 21-year-old Nave Yair Asulin, 21-year-old Gary Lalhruaikima Zolat, and 20-year-old Ofir Eliyahu, Times of Israel reported. The killing of soldiers came just after Gaza's civil defence agency said that at least 14 people were killed in Israeli strikes on the Palestinian territory. Also read | Middle East crisis: Israeli defence minister warns Iran nuclear sites 'more exposed than ever' to strikes "At least 14 people were killed and dozens injured early Tuesday morning after several (Israeli) strikes on the Gaza Strip," spokesman Mahmoud Bassal told AFP. Saudi condemns Israel's 'Genocide' Both incidents came a day after State leaders met in Riyadh on November 11 for an Arab and Islamic summit on the situation in Gaza and Lebanon, with the aim of unifying visions and positions and following up on the outcomes of a similar joint summit held last year before the conflict in the region expanded. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman said in his opening speech, “The Kingdom renews its call and categorical rejection of the genocide committed by Israel against the brotherly Palestinian people.” Also read | Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman condemns Israel's occupation in Gaza, calls it 'genocide' “We are not dealing with a state in the legal sense, but rather with an outlaw colonial entity," said Syrian President, Bashar Al Assad. "We are not dealing with a people in the civilised sense, but rather with herds of settlers closer to barbarism than to humanity," he added. 'Stop Israeli Aggression' Meanwhile, the Palestinian Islamist movement Hamas on November 11 called on Arab and Muslim countries to translate their pledges of support into action and take measures to stop Israeli "aggression". Also read | Hezbollah launches over 90 rockets at Israel's Haifa Bay area; four injured, vehicles and homes damaged "The establishment of an independent Palestinian state with Jerusalem as its capital would require more immediate efforts and practical solutions to force (Israel) to stop its aggression and genocide against our people," Hamas said in a statement after Arab and Muslim leaders demanded at a summit in Riyadh that Israel withdraw from occupied Palestinian territories as a precondition for regional peace. (With inputs from agencies)

IDF says four Israeli soldiers killed in Northern Gaza after 14 Palestinians killed in air strike

North Korea has officially ratified a historic defence pact with Russia, deepening their mutual support and military cooperation. This comes as Pyongyang reportedly sent thousands of troops to bolster Moscow’s forces in Ukraine.

<h2>Ratified as a decree</h2>

North Korean state media Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) on Tuesday (Nov 12) reported that the deal “was ratified as a decree” of leader Kim Jong Un.

Russia unanimously approved the pact last week, with President Vladimir Putin adding his signature soon after.

“The treaty will take effect from the day when both sides exchanged the ratification instruments,” it added.

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Kim and Putin initially forged the treaty during Putin's June visit to North Korea, aiming to secure each other’s military support “without delay” if either nation comes under attack, and promising resistance to Western sanctions. Putin called the deal a “breakthrough document.”

This bilateral ratification, as per Hong Min, a senior analyst at the Korea Institute for National Unification means that “Pyongyang and Moscow will claim legitimacy for North Korea's military deployment to Russia, arguing that this action is justified by the ratified treaty between the two”.

“While their treaty does not override UN resolutions prohibiting such cooperation, they will assert its legitimacy based on their agreement,” Hong added.

The treaty, some experts warn, could pave the way for even greater deployments of North Korean soldiers to Russia in the future.

“This raises the prospect of additional, potentially larger deployments of North Korean manpower to Russia in the future.”

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<h2>Deepening Russia-North Korea ties</h2>

The pact marks a deepening of Russia-North Korea relations, especially since Moscow’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine.

It comes as Western and South Korean sources allege North Korea has supplied Russia with weaponry, with Ukrainian forensic teams claiming to have found North Korean arms at Russian attack sites. Additionally, reports suggest that North Korea has sent thousands of its troops to Russia. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has alleged that a few of the around 11,000 personnel have been involved in combat in Russia's Kursk region. However, Russia has not verified these reports.

Recent reports citing Western intelligence officers also back Zelensky's claims that a small number of North Korean troops are already “in action” inside Ukraine.

(With inputs from agencies)

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North Korea has officially ratified a historic defence pact with Russia, deepening their mutual support and military cooperation. This comes as Pyongyang reportedly sent thousands of troops to bolster Moscow’s forces in Ukraine.

North Korea has officially ratified a historic defence pact with Russia, deepening their mutual support and military cooperation. This comes as Pyongyang reportedly sent thousands of troops to bolster Moscow’s forces in Ukraine. Ratified as a decree North Korean state media Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) on Tuesday (Nov 12) reported that the deal “was ratified as a decree” of leader Kim Jong Un. Russia unanimously approved the pact last week, with President Vladimir Putin adding his signature soon after. “The treaty will take effect from the day when both sides exchanged the ratification instruments,” it added. Also read | Russia and North Korea deepen ties with mutual defence treaty Kim and Putin initially forged the treaty during Putin's June visit to North Korea, aiming to secure each other’s military support “without delay” if either nation comes under attack, and promising resistance to Western sanctions. Putin called the deal a “breakthrough document.” This bilateral ratification, as per Hong Min, a senior analyst at the Korea Institute for National Unification means that “Pyongyang and Moscow will claim legitimacy for North Korea's military deployment to Russia, arguing that this action is justified by the ratified treaty between the two”. “While their treaty does not override UN resolutions prohibiting such cooperation, they will assert its legitimacy based on their agreement,” Hong added. The treaty, some experts warn, could pave the way for even greater deployments of North Korean soldiers to Russia in the future. “This raises the prospect of additional, potentially larger deployments of North Korean manpower to Russia in the future.” Also read | North Korean soldiers have become porn addicts amid Russia-Ukraine war: Report Deepening Russia-North Korea ties The pact marks a deepening of Russia-North Korea relations, especially since Moscow’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine. It comes as Western and South Korean sources allege North Korea has supplied Russia with weaponry, with Ukrainian forensic teams claiming to have found North Korean arms at Russian attack sites. Additionally, reports suggest that North Korea has sent thousands of its troops to Russia. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has alleged that a few of the around 11,000 personnel have been involved in combat in Russia's Kursk region. However, Russia has not verified these reports. Recent reports citing Western intelligence officers also back Zelensky's claims that a small number of North Korean troops are already “in action” inside Ukraine. (With inputs from agencies)

North Korea ratifies historic defence pact with Russia, strengthening military ties

US President-elect Donald Trump announced another name for his Trump 2.0 administration- Mike Waltz. The Florida Congressman Waltz is set to be Trump’s National Security Advisor (NSA), reported The Associated Press on Monday citing sources familiar with the development. Watch in for more details!

Trump 2.0: Donald Trump To Name Mike Waltz As Next National Security Adviser: Reports

A government-backed English-language broadcaster in Taiwan removed a video of its journalist in which he was seen calling US President-elect Donald Trump a "convicted felon."&nbsp;

Calling the incident "very serious," the government ordered the agency to take down the video.

To be associated with Trump's second administration, Taiwan congratulated Trump on his victory in the 2024 presidential election.&nbsp;

Washington has long been Taipei's most important supporter, but Trump raised concerns on the campaign trail by suggesting Taiwan should pay the United States for its defence and accusing it of stealing the US semiconductor industry.&nbsp;

TaiwanPlus correspondent Louise Watt was speaking on camera in the United States last week when she said "The US is either going to vote in its first female president or its first convicted felon".

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"Well America looks like it's chosen the felon," Watt said, in a clip shared by Taiwanese broadcaster TVBS and seen by AFP.

Taiwan Culture Minister Li Yuan told local media on Saturday that TaiwanPlus took down the video after he told the broadcaster "that this issue is very serious".

Public Television Service Foundation, which manages TaiwanPlus, said Monday that the broadcaster had "humbly reviewed its operational procedures" following the report.

The foundation said it will convene a "self-discipline" committee this week to "discuss the matter".

TaiwanPlus broadcasts videos on its website, YouTube and cable television.

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More than 90 per cent of its viewers are overseas, the foundation said.&nbsp;

In 2023, TaiwanPlus began showing in US hotels&nbsp;"key cities frequented by political and economic elites, such as Washington D C, New York, Los Angeles, and Seattle", the foundation said.

(With inputs from agencies)

A government-backed English-language broadcaster in Taiwan removed a video of its journalist in which he was seen calling US President-elect Donald Trump a "convicted felon.

A government-backed English-language broadcaster in Taiwan removed a video of its journalist in which he was seen calling US President-elect Donald Trump a "convicted felon." Calling the incident "very serious," the government ordered the agency to take down the video. To be associated with Trump's second administration, Taiwan congratulated Trump on his victory in the 2024 presidential election. Washington has long been Taipei's most important supporter, but Trump raised concerns on the campaign trail by suggesting Taiwan should pay the United States for its defence and accusing it of stealing the US semiconductor industry. TaiwanPlus correspondent Louise Watt was speaking on camera in the United States last week when she said "The US is either going to vote in its first female president or its first convicted felon". Also read | Melania Trump declines Jill Biden invitation for tea at White House: 'The Bidens are disgusting' "Well America looks like it's chosen the felon," Watt said, in a clip shared by Taiwanese broadcaster TVBS and seen by AFP. Taiwan Culture Minister Li Yuan told local media on Saturday that TaiwanPlus took down the video after he told the broadcaster "that this issue is very serious". Public Television Service Foundation, which manages TaiwanPlus, said Monday that the broadcaster had "humbly reviewed its operational procedures" following the report. The foundation said it will convene a "self-discipline" committee this week to "discuss the matter". TaiwanPlus broadcasts videos on its website, YouTube and cable television. Also read | Ex-Trump aides warn Israeli ministers not to assume he will support annexing West Bank: Report More than 90 per cent of its viewers are overseas, the foundation said. In 2023, TaiwanPlus began showing in US hotels "key cities frequented by political and economic elites, such as Washington D C, New York, Los Angeles, and Seattle", the foundation said. (With inputs from agencies)

Taiwan journalist calls Donald Trump 'convicted felon', video removed after government order

A 52-year-old man became the first Victorian to be convicted of exit trafficking after he allegedly tricked his wife into travelling to Sudan after holding back her passport and children.&nbsp;

When a person gets threatened, tricked or manipulated to leave Australia without their will, it's called exit trafficking.&nbsp;

The man has been sentenced to 4.5 years in prison.&nbsp;

The man had pleaded not guilty of the charges and leaving his wife abandoned in Sudan for 16 months.&nbsp;

In his ruling, Judge Frank Gucciardo said the man's offending “required a degree of planning," The Guardian reported.&nbsp;

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"You treated her as a chattel that could be simply discarded. She was grief-stricken and traumatised by the departure of her children with you,"&nbsp;the judge said&nbsp;to the man while convicting him.

The accused man must serve at least three years and three months in jail to be eligible for parole.&nbsp;

During the hearing on Tuesday (Nov 12), the judge said the man "intentionally misled" his wife to believe she had a valid visa to return to Australia when they travelled to Sudan in 2014.&nbsp;

“What you had not told her was, in June 2014, you had withdrawn the visa and her application for a visa would be under threat,” the judge said, according to The Guardian.&nbsp;

The man travelled with his wife saying it was for a holiday but later, he flew to Sudan with their 2 children without informing her.&nbsp;

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The judge further said that the woman would not have left Sudan if she had any clue about her visa status.

The court also highlighted the "aggressive factor" in the offending, depriving the children (Both under 2) of their mother.&nbsp;

He further added that the “abrupt separation” from her children had caused the woman “immense physical pain and agony”.

(With inputs from agencies)

A 52-year-old man became the first Victorian to be convicted of exit trafficking after he allegedly tricked his wife into travelling to Sudan after holding back her passport and children.

A 52-year-old man became the first Victorian to be convicted of exit trafficking after he allegedly tricked his wife into travelling to Sudan after holding back her passport and children. When a person gets threatened, tricked or manipulated to leave Australia without their will, it's called exit trafficking. The man has been sentenced to 4.5 years in prison. The man had pleaded not guilty of the charges and leaving his wife abandoned in Sudan for 16 months. In his ruling, Judge Frank Gucciardo said the man's offending “required a degree of planning," The Guardian reported. Also read | Mauritius opposition leader claims sweeping vote win "You treated her as a chattel that could be simply discarded. She was grief-stricken and traumatised by the departure of her children with you," the judge said to the man while convicting him. The accused man must serve at least three years and three months in jail to be eligible for parole. During the hearing on Tuesday (Nov 12), the judge said the man "intentionally misled" his wife to believe she had a valid visa to return to Australia when they travelled to Sudan in 2014. “What you had not told her was, in June 2014, you had withdrawn the visa and her application for a visa would be under threat,” the judge said, according to The Guardian. The man travelled with his wife saying it was for a holiday but later, he flew to Sudan with their 2 children without informing her. Also read | Philippines readies to face fifth storm in one month; Typhoon Usagi to make landfall soon The judge further said that the woman would not have left Sudan if she had any clue about her visa status. The court also highlighted the "aggressive factor" in the offending, depriving the children (Both under 2) of their mother. He further added that the “abrupt separation” from her children had caused the woman “immense physical pain and agony”. (With inputs from agencies)

Victorian man tricks wife to leave Australia, jailed for exit trafficking

Melania Trump, wife of US president-elect Donald Trump, has turned down an invitation to visit the White House and meet First Lady Jill Biden, reportedly because she's still angry over the FBI’s 2022 search of her Mar-a-Lago residence.

According to The New York Post, Melania declined the meeting, a traditional courtesy extended between outgoing and incoming first ladies, because “Jill Biden’s husband authorised the FBI snooping through her underwear drawer”.

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The publication quoted a source close to Melania as saying: “The Bidens are disgusting,” and that “Jill Biden isn’t someone Melania needs to meet.”

While Melania is opting out of the customary tour and tea — a tradition she participated in when Michelle Obama hosted her after Trump’s 2016 win — her husband, President-elect Donald Trump, is expected to meet with President Joe Biden in the Oval Office on Wednesday (Nov 13).

Trump had declined to extend the same invitation to the Bidens in 2020, breaking the decades long White House custom.

<h2>Mar-a-Lago search</h2>

The 2022 FBI search of Mar-a-Lago was part of a federal investigation into classified documents that were reportedly taken from the White House after Trump’s presidency. The classified documents case was dismissed by US Judge Aileen Cannon in July.

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Melania has previously voiced her frustration about the search in a Fox and Friends interview in September, calling it an “invasion of privacy.”

She described returning to her residence to find her personal spaces ransacked, including her closet and her son Barron’s room: “I saw unpleasant stuff that nobody wants to see.”

“You get angry because, you know, nobody should be putting up with that kind of stuff,” she added.

(With inputs from agencies)

Melania Trump, wife of US president-elect Donald Trump, has turned down an invitation to visit the White House and meet First Lady Jill Biden, reportedly because she's still angry over the FBI’s 2022 search of her Mar-a-Lago residence.

Melania Trump, wife of US president-elect Donald Trump, has turned down an invitation to visit the White House and meet First Lady Jill Biden, reportedly because she's still angry over the FBI’s 2022 search of her Mar-a-Lago residence. According to The New York Post, Melania declined the meeting, a traditional courtesy extended between outgoing and incoming first ladies, because “Jill Biden’s husband authorised the FBI snooping through her underwear drawer”. Also read | Kai Trump drops Election Night vlog revealing behind-the-scenes moments from Trump's victory The publication quoted a source close to Melania as saying: “The Bidens are disgusting,” and that “Jill Biden isn’t someone Melania needs to meet.” While Melania is opting out of the customary tour and tea — a tradition she participated in when Michelle Obama hosted her after Trump’s 2016 win — her husband, President-elect Donald Trump, is expected to meet with President Joe Biden in the Oval Office on Wednesday (Nov 13). Trump had declined to extend the same invitation to the Bidens in 2020, breaking the decades long White House custom. Mar-a-Lago search The 2022 FBI search of Mar-a-Lago was part of a federal investigation into classified documents that were reportedly taken from the White House after Trump’s presidency. The classified documents case was dismissed by US Judge Aileen Cannon in July. Also read | Convicted felon Donald Trump wins US elections: Will he face sentencing or will he self-pardon? Melania has previously voiced her frustration about the search in a Fox and Friends interview in September, calling it an “invasion of privacy.” She described returning to her residence to find her personal spaces ransacked, including her closet and her son Barron’s room: “I saw unpleasant stuff that nobody wants to see.” “You get angry because, you know, nobody should be putting up with that kind of stuff,” she added. (With inputs from agencies)

Melania Trump declines Jill Biden invitation for tea at White House: 'The Bidens are disgusting'

The Philippines on Tuesday (Nov 12) issued a fresh weather warning as the fifth major storm in merely a month threatened the archipelago, just days after Typhoon Toraji led to the evacuation of thousands.

While Toraji caused relatively limited deaths and no reported deaths as per the national weather agency, Typhoon Toraji is gaining strength just two days away from the Philippines' largest and most populous island, Luzon.

<h2>Evacuations imminent?</h2>

So far, the government has not called for evacuations ahead of Typhoon Usagi's arrival.

However, the weather agency warned that “Areas in northern Luzon are at risk of heavy rainfall, severe wind, and, possibly, storm surge inundation from (Usagi) which may cause considerable impacts”.

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In a weather bulletin, it added that Usagi has wind speed of&nbsp;85 kilometres (52.82 miles) an hour and may hit the region late in the day. The storm will likely reach Typhoon category by Wednesday ahead of landfall.

Coastal waters will be rough and "mariners of small seacraft… are advised not to venture out to sea under these conditions", it added.

After Usagi, another storm, Tropical Storm Man-yi might also threaten the Philippines next week, it added. The tropical storm is currently near the Northern Mariana Islands.

<h2>Typhoon Toraji</h2>

While the government is yet to report any casualties from Typhoon Toraji, around 15,000 people are still sheltering at government-run evacuation centres.

The typhoon did not trigger any significant flooding, however, on Tuesday, utility workers, were fixing damaged bridges, restoring electricity and&nbsp;clearing road blockages caused by landslides, fallen trees etc, reported the civil defence office.

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While the full extent of damage to private homes was not known, as per AFP , 29 towns and cities were still without power.

"A small number of people were preemptively evacuated but they have since returned home. Classes at the collegiate level have resumed," said civil defence official Randy Nicolas of Ilocos Norte province on Luzon's South China Sea coast while talking to the news agency.

(With inputs from agencies)

The Philippines on Tuesday (Nov 12) issued a fresh weather warning as the fifth major storm in merely a month threatened the archipelago, just days after Typhoon Toraji led to the evacuation of thousands.

The Philippines on Tuesday (Nov 12) issued a fresh weather warning as the fifth major storm in merely a month threatened the archipelago, just days after Typhoon Toraji led to the evacuation of thousands. While Toraji caused relatively limited deaths and no reported deaths as per the national weather agency, Typhoon Toraji is gaining strength just two days away from the Philippines' largest and most populous island, Luzon. Evacuations imminent? So far, the government has not called for evacuations ahead of Typhoon Usagi's arrival. However, the weather agency warned that “Areas in northern Luzon are at risk of heavy rainfall, severe wind, and, possibly, storm surge inundation from (Usagi) which may cause considerable impacts”. Also read | New storm Kong-rey bears down on Philippines after deadly Trami In a weather bulletin, it added that Usagi has wind speed of 85 kilometres (52.82 miles) an hour and may hit the region late in the day. The storm will likely reach Typhoon category by Wednesday ahead of landfall. Coastal waters will be rough and "mariners of small seacraft… are advised not to venture out to sea under these conditions", it added. After Usagi, another storm, Tropical Storm Man-yi might also threaten the Philippines next week, it added. The tropical storm is currently near the Northern Mariana Islands. Typhoon Toraji While the government is yet to report any casualties from Typhoon Toraji, around 15,000 people are still sheltering at government-run evacuation centres. The typhoon did not trigger any significant flooding, however, on Tuesday, utility workers, were fixing damaged bridges, restoring electricity and clearing road blockages caused by landslides, fallen trees etc, reported the civil defence office. Also read | Typhoon Gaemi forces Taiwan to close schools, stock market after curtailed wargames While the full extent of damage to private homes was not known, as per AFP , 29 towns and cities were still without power. "A small number of people were preemptively evacuated but they have since returned home. Classes at the collegiate level have resumed," said civil defence official Randy Nicolas of Ilocos Norte province on Luzon's South China Sea coast while talking to the news agency. (With inputs from agencies)

Philippines readies to face fifth storm in one month; Typhoon Usagi to make landfall soon

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