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Forty people were killed and 60 others were injured following an Israeli strike&nbsp;on a humanitarian zone in Khan Yunis, Gaza's civil defence agency said on Tuesday (Sep&nbsp;10). As per the agency,&nbsp;the attack struck the Al-Mawasi humanitarian zone. However, the Israeli military claimed that it targeted&nbsp;a Hamas command centre in the area.

In Pakistan, the police on Monday arrested top leaders of former jailed prime minister Imran Khan's party the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). The arrests came following&nbsp;clashes between protesters and law enforcement near a rally in Islamabad demanding Khan's release.

In other news from around the world, the Frenchman who has been accused of drugging his wife and inviting multiple men to rape her claimed&nbsp;the crimes were committed by him because his wife did not agree to the idea of "swinging".

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Pakistani police on Monday (Sept 9) arrested several top leaders of Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party following clashes between protesters and law enforcement near a rally demanding Khan's release.

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In the shocking rape trial going on in France, in which the husband has been accused of drugging his wife and inviting at least 50 strangers to rape her, the man has claimed that the crimes were committed by him because his wife did not agree to the idea of "swinging."

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A female state senator in California has been sued by her former staffer who has accused her of demanding sexual favours from him while she was his boss and forcing him into a “quid pro quo relationship” which left him with back and hip injuries.

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Forty people were killed and 60 others were injured following an Israeli strike on a humanitarian zone in Khan Yunis, Gaza's civil defence agency said on Tuesday (Sep 10). As per the agency, the attack struck the Al-Mawasi humanitarian zone. However, the Israeli military claimed that it targeted a Hamas command centre in the area. In Pakistan, the police on Monday arrested top leaders of former jailed prime minister Imran Khan's party the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). The arrests came following clashes between protesters and law enforcement near a rally in Islamabad demanding Khan's release. In other news from around the world, the Frenchman who has been accused of drugging his wife and inviting multiple men to rape her claimed the crimes were committed by him because his wife did not agree to the idea of "swinging". Click on the headlines to read more: Desperate families dig through deep craters as Israeli strike on humanitarian zone in Gaza kills 40 A strike on a humanitarian zone in Khan Yunis, a southern city in Gaza, resulted in the deaths of 40 people and injuries to 60 others, reported Gaza's civil defence agency early on Tuesday (Sept 10). According to the civil defence agency, the attack struck the Al-Mawasi humanitarian zone. 'Direct attack' on democracy: Pakistan police arrest top PTI leaders, Imran Khan supporters in Islamabad Pakistani police on Monday (Sept 9) arrested several top leaders of Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party following clashes between protesters and law enforcement near a rally demanding Khan's release. France rape horror: Monstrous husband says wife refused to try 'swinging', forced him to commit heinous crime In the shocking rape trial going on in France, in which the husband has been accused of drugging his wife and inviting at least 50 strangers to rape her, the man has claimed that the crimes were committed by him because his wife did not agree to the idea of "swinging." US female senator faces accusation of using chief of staff as 'sex slave', injuring him in 'forced' oral sex A female state senator in California has been sued by her former staffer who has accused her of demanding sexual favours from him while she was his boss and forcing him into a “quid pro quo relationship” which left him with back and hip injuries. Watch | World DNA: Germany tightens controls at all borders in immigration crackdown ×

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Amid much speculation, Apple on Monday (Sep 9) launched its flagship iPhone 16, built for generative artificial intelligence. The new smartphone comes with a&nbsp;6.1-inch display for the base variant and a 6.9-inch for the iPhone 16 Plus.

The iPhone 16 is powered by the new A18 chip which features a Neural Engine that is twice as fast and an&nbsp;upgraded memory subsystem with 17 per cent more bandwidth. Apple has provided a new action button that was not present on previous iterations of the iPhone.&nbsp;

The devoted button can be used to click quick snaps and can also be held down, in order to shoot videos. The button uses&nbsp;Apple’s trademark&nbsp;Taptic Engine to recognise swipes and the level of pressure being applied for different features.&nbsp;
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However, cornerstone of the new iPhone offering is the Apple Intelligence that the Cupertino-based company has been teasing for the last few months.&nbsp;

"We are thrilled to introduce the first iPhones designed from the ground up for Apple Intelligence and its breakthrough capabilities," Apple chief executive Tim Cook said at the "It's Glowtime" event at the iPhone maker's Silicon Valley headquarters.

According to Cook, Apple Intelligence is now more natural, intuitive, and smarter than before. Meanwhile, Siri will have on-screen awareness.

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The first set of features in beta will launch in US English next month. Support for Chinese, French, Japanese, and Spanish will be coming next year while no information has been provided about Indian languages.

The new iPhone 16 will also be equipped with visual intelligence enabled by the new camera control.

Apple would be hoping that its bet of marrying AI with iPhones pays off as the smartphone accounted for roughly 60 per cent ($39 billion) of the company's revenue last quarter.&nbsp;Apple is only just coming out of a long sales slump as users increasingly stick with older models longer.

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Amid much speculation, Apple on Monday (Sep 9) launched its flagship iPhone 16, built for generative artificial intelligence. The new smartphone comes with a 6.1-inch display for the base variant and a 6.

Amid much speculation, Apple on Monday (Sep 9) launched its flagship iPhone 16, built for generative artificial intelligence. The new smartphone comes with a 6.1-inch display for the base variant and a 6.9-inch for the iPhone 16 Plus. The iPhone 16 is powered by the new A18 chip which features a Neural Engine that is twice as fast and an upgraded memory subsystem with 17 per cent more bandwidth. Apple has provided a new action button that was not present on previous iterations of the iPhone. The devoted button can be used to click quick snaps and can also be held down, in order to shoot videos. The button uses Apple’s trademark Taptic Engine to recognise swipes and the level of pressure being applied for different features. The pro variant of the iPhone has a 48-megapixel fusion camera, featuring second-gen quad-pixel sensor that eliminates shutter lag in ProRaw and HEIF photos. Additionally, the A18 chip allows the pro models to support advanced media capabilities such as ProRes video recording and faster USB 3 transfer speeds. Users can also shoot 4K 120fps videos. iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max #AppleEvent - New 48MP fusion camera - New 48MP Ultra Wide - 5X Telephoto on Pro and Pro Max - New Photographic Styles that can be personalized pic.twitter.com/XjQ1Qjpesv — Aaron Zollo (@zollotech) September 9, 2024 × Apple's AI offering However, cornerstone of the new iPhone offering is the Apple Intelligence that the Cupertino-based company has been teasing for the last few months. "We are thrilled to introduce the first iPhones designed from the ground up for Apple Intelligence and its breakthrough capabilities," Apple chief executive Tim Cook said at the "It's Glowtime" event at the iPhone maker's Silicon Valley headquarters. According to Cook, Apple Intelligence is now more natural, intuitive, and smarter than before. Meanwhile, Siri will have on-screen awareness. Watch | Apple assembles more iPhones in India amid china’s slowdown × The first set of features in beta will launch in US English next month. Support for Chinese, French, Japanese, and Spanish will be coming next year while no information has been provided about Indian languages. The new iPhone 16 will also be equipped with visual intelligence enabled by the new camera control. Apple would be hoping that its bet of marrying AI with iPhones pays off as the smartphone accounted for roughly 60 per cent ($39 billion) of the company's revenue last quarter. Apple is only just coming out of a long sales slump as users increasingly stick with older models longer. (With inputs from agencies)

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North Korea's supreme leader Kim Jong-un on Tuesday (Sep 10) said that his country was steadily increasing its nuclear arsenal.

Speaking at an event marking the 76th anniversary of the country's founding, Kim claimed that Pyongyang was a "responsible" nuclear state, reported the state media.

As per state media images, the event in central Pyongyang was attended by thousands of people.

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Kim Jong-un, as per AFP, credited the nuclear arsenal expansion to what he characterised as "more various threats" from the United States and its allies.

He said that North Korea's "nuclear force" and its ability to deploy it "should be more thoroughly perfected".

The country will "steadily strengthen its nuclear force capable of fully coping with any threatening acts imposed by its nuclear-armed rival states," said the North Korea supreme leader.&nbsp;

He added that Pyongyang will also "redouble its measures and efforts to make all the armed forces of the state, including the nuclear force, fully ready for combat".

However, he stressed that North Korea was a "responsible nuclear weapons state", and that "our nuclear weapons for defending ourselves do not pose a threat to anyone".

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Kim's announcement about North Korea increasing its nuclear arsenal comes as the nation's relations with neighbour South Korea reach their lowest point. Recent months have seen the two countries escalate their enmity by blaring propaganda through speakers and sending balloons filled with trash and poop across borders.

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North Korea, as per AFP, had previously vowed an "exponential increase" of its nuclear weaponry. The nation also routinely flaunts its arsenal at major events and state anniversaries.

"We believe that by 2027 North Korea can secure enough nuclear material for about 200 warheads and by 2030, this can reach 300," Yang Uk, a research fellow at the Asan Institute for Policy Studies, told AFP.

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North Korea's supreme leader Kim Jong-un on Tuesday (Sep 10) said that his country was steadily increasing its nuclear arsenal. Speaking at an event marking the 76th anniversary of the country's founding, Kim claimed that Pyongyang was a "responsible" nuclear state, reported the state media.

North Korea's supreme leader Kim Jong-un on Tuesday (Sep 10) said that his country was steadily increasing its nuclear arsenal. Speaking at an event marking the 76th anniversary of the country's founding, Kim claimed that Pyongyang was a "responsible" nuclear state, reported the state media. As per state media images, the event in central Pyongyang was attended by thousands of people. Also read | Desperate families dig through deep craters as Israeli strike on humanitarian zone in Gaza kills 40 Why is North Korea increasing its nuclear arsenal? Kim Jong-un, as per AFP, credited the nuclear arsenal expansion to what he characterised as "more various threats" from the United States and its allies. He said that North Korea's "nuclear force" and its ability to deploy it "should be more thoroughly perfected". The country will "steadily strengthen its nuclear force capable of fully coping with any threatening acts imposed by its nuclear-armed rival states," said the North Korea supreme leader. He added that Pyongyang will also "redouble its measures and efforts to make all the armed forces of the state, including the nuclear force, fully ready for combat". However, he stressed that North Korea was a "responsible nuclear weapons state", and that "our nuclear weapons for defending ourselves do not pose a threat to anyone". Tensions with South Korea Kim's announcement about North Korea increasing its nuclear arsenal comes as the nation's relations with neighbour South Korea reach their lowest point. Recent months have seen the two countries escalate their enmity by blaring propaganda through speakers and sending balloons filled with trash and poop across borders. Also read | North Korea sends more trash balloons to South amidst warning of `new counteraction` by Kim Yo Jong North Korea, as per AFP, had previously vowed an "exponential increase" of its nuclear weaponry. The nation also routinely flaunts its arsenal at major events and state anniversaries. "We believe that by 2027 North Korea can secure enough nuclear material for about 200 warheads and by 2030, this can reach 300," Yang Uk, a research fellow at the Asan Institute for Policy Studies, told AFP. (With inputs from agencies)

North Korea boosts nuclear arsenal: Kim Jong-un blames 'various threats' from US and allies for increase

In a historic achievement, Chandrayaan-3 became the first lunar mission to have detected more than 250 seismic signatures from the south pole of the Moon, since the Apollo missions.

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Prosecutors in the United States (US) on Monday (Sept 9) unveiled criminal charges against two leaders of a white supremacist gang. The prosecutors said that the leaders used Telegram to solicit attacks on Black, Jewish, LGBTQ people and immigrants aiming to incite a race war.

Prosecutors in the United States (US) on Monday (Sept 9) unveiled criminal charges against two leaders of a white supremacist gang. The prosecutors said that the leaders used Telegram to solicit attacks on Black, Jewish, LGBTQ people and immigrants aiming to incite a race war. In an indictment unsealed in a federal court in Sacramento, prosecutors said that the gang- identified as "The Terrorgram Collective"- used Telegram to celebrate white supremacist attacks around the world and solicit racially motivated violence. Two leaders taken into custody The two white supremacists were identified as Dallas Humber, aged 34, and Matthew Allison, aged 37. Humber belongs to Elk Grove, California while Allison is a resident of Boise, Idaho. Both Humber and Allison face 15 criminal counts, including soliciting hate crimes and conspiring to provide material support to terrorism. Also read | Usha, wife of JD Vance, faces racist attacks from white supremacists Citing officials, a report by the news agency Reuters said that the two leaders were in custody and it was not immediately known if they had lawyers. The most serious charges carry a penalty of up to 20 years in prison. As per the indictment, Humber and Allison helped create and promote a document that sought to justify the group's ideology and included detailed instructions on carrying out terror attacks, including how to build bombs. Prosecutors also alleged that the pair collaborated on a list of "high-value" targets for assassination that included a sitting US senator and a federal judge who were viewed as enemies of the white supremacist cause. Humber, Allison became leaders of group in 2022 The indictment further said that Humber and Allison became leaders of The Terrorgram Collective in 2022. They helped oversee a network of Telegram channel group chats that offered support for users to commit white supremacist violence. Also watch | World DNA: Telegram Flooded with extremist and illegal content × Apart from targeting top American officials, the group's targets also included critical infrastructure sites, with an overall goal of causing societal collapse in the US, Justice Department officials told reporters on Monday. "This indictment reflects the department's response to the new technological face of white supremacist violence as those seeking mass violence expand their reach online to encourage, solicit and facilitate terrorist activities," an official told reporters. (With inputs from agencies)

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The two Maldivian ministers, who were suspended for their alleged "derogatory remarks" against Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, resigned on Tuesday.&nbsp;

Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu suspended three ministers in January for their remarks, with one minister reportedly calling PM Modi a "clown".&nbsp;

A Maldivian government official said that both ministers, Mariyam Shiuna and Malsha Shareef, had resigned citing "personal reasons".&nbsp;

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According to the official sources, the resignations came ahead of a potential visit by Muizzu to India.&nbsp;

<h2>Maldivian President to visit India&nbsp;</h2>

Amid the strained ties between the two countries, Maldivian President will be travelling to New Delhi on an official visit "very soon", his spokesperson confirmed.&nbsp;

Heena Waleed, the chief spokesperson at the President's Office, announced his visit on the same day the two ministers resigned.&nbsp;

"The President is scheduled to visit India very soon. As you are aware, such trips are scheduled for a time of maximum convenience to leaders of the two countries. Discussions regarding this are in progress," she said during a press conference.

After the ministers made those remarks, the country's foreign ministry distanced itself from their remarks, saying they did not represent the views of the Male government.

The ties between the two countries have been strained since Maldivian President Muizzu took charge as president.&nbsp;

Within a few hours of taking oath, he demanded the withdrawal of Indian military personnel manning three aviation platforms gifted by India to the Maldives.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/s-jaishankar-begins-3-day-maldives-visit-today-amid-tense-relations-748629">Also read:&nbsp;Indian FM S. Jaishankar to begin 3-day Maldives visit amid tense relations</a>

After holding talks, the Indian military personnel were replaced by civilians.&nbsp;

The Maldives is one of India's key maritime neighbours in the Indian Ocean region and the overall bilateral ties, including in the areas of defence and security.&nbsp;

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The two Maldivian ministers, who were suspended for their alleged "derogatory remarks" against Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, resigned on Tuesday. Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu suspended three ministers in January for their remarks, with one minister reportedly calling PM Modi a "clown".

The two Maldivian ministers, who were suspended for their alleged "derogatory remarks" against Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, resigned on Tuesday. Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu suspended three ministers in January for their remarks, with one minister reportedly calling PM Modi a "clown". A Maldivian government official said that both ministers, Mariyam Shiuna and Malsha Shareef, had resigned citing "personal reasons". Watch | India-Maldives ties: India reaffirms support for projects in Maldives × According to the official sources, the resignations came ahead of a potential visit by Muizzu to India. Maldivian President to visit India Amid the strained ties between the two countries, Maldivian President will be travelling to New Delhi on an official visit "very soon", his spokesperson confirmed. Heena Waleed, the chief spokesperson at the President's Office, announced his visit on the same day the two ministers resigned. "The President is scheduled to visit India very soon. As you are aware, such trips are scheduled for a time of maximum convenience to leaders of the two countries. Discussions regarding this are in progress," she said during a press conference. After the ministers made those remarks, the country's foreign ministry distanced itself from their remarks, saying they did not represent the views of the Male government. The ties between the two countries have been strained since Maldivian President Muizzu took charge as president. Within a few hours of taking oath, he demanded the withdrawal of Indian military personnel manning three aviation platforms gifted by India to the Maldives. Also read: Indian FM S. Jaishankar to begin 3-day Maldives visit amid tense relations After holding talks, the Indian military personnel were replaced by civilians. The Maldives is one of India's key maritime neighbours in the Indian Ocean region and the overall bilateral ties, including in the areas of defence and security. (With inputs from agencies)

Maldivian ministers resign months after making derogatory remarks against PM Modi; Muizzu to visit India

K-Pop is dominating global charts, but South Korea's top K-Pop agencies are seeing significant stock declines in 2024, with shares dropping 29% to 56%. This highlights the complex relationship between cultural success and market performance.

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The stage is set for the first showdown between US Vice President Kamala Harris and ex-president Donald Trump ahead of the November presidential elections. It would be the first interaction between the two leaders, as per media reports.

The debate will be hosted by ABC News and moderated by journalists David Muir and Linsey Davis.

The showdown will offer American voters a glimpse into Democratic and Republican presidential campaigns.

Unlike Harris, this would not be Trump’s first presidential debate this election cycle, as the GOP nominee outclassed President Joe Biden in the previous debate in June, hosted by CNN.

Biden’s poor performance in the debate later culminated in his withdrawal from the race, paving the way for Kamala Harris to take charge of the Democratic presidential campaign. Harris secured the nomination at the Democratic National Convention (DNC), held from August 19 to 22 in Chicago.

Jaime Harrison, the Democratic National Committee chairman, said he was confident Harris would show herself to be more presidential than former President Donald Trump.

The debate is slated to take place at Philadelphia's National Constitution Center at 9 pm ET on Tuesday, September 10 (6:30 am IST on Wednesday). The debate will not have a live audience or live microphones.

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Earlier, Harris's campaign said in a statement that the arrangement, agreed upon by Joe Biden, would disadvantage the Democratic side as it would make it impossible for Harris to interfere and fact-check Trump during live conversation. “We suspect this is the primary reason for his campaign's insistence on muted microphones,” the VP said in a letter to the Washington Post.

<h2>Rules of the debate</h2>

Debate rules say that candidates would stand behind the podium, and would be given water, pens, and pads of paper. There won’t be any opening remarks and speakers won’t be given early access to the questions.

Both leaders would be given two minutes to answer each question, two minutes for rebuttal and one additional minute for extra information.

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While one speaker will speak, the other speaker’s microphone shall remain muted. Only the moderators will be allowed to ask questions.

Closing statements will be limited to two minutes per candidate.

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The stage is set for the first showdown between US Vice President Kamala Harris and ex-president Donald Trump ahead of the November presidential elections. It would be the first interaction between the two leaders, as per media reports.

The stage is set for the first showdown between US Vice President Kamala Harris and ex-president Donald Trump ahead of the November presidential elections. It would be the first interaction between the two leaders, as per media reports. The debate will be hosted by ABC News and moderated by journalists David Muir and Linsey Davis. The showdown will offer American voters a glimpse into Democratic and Republican presidential campaigns. Unlike Harris, this would not be Trump’s first presidential debate this election cycle, as the GOP nominee outclassed President Joe Biden in the previous debate in June, hosted by CNN. Biden’s poor performance in the debate later culminated in his withdrawal from the race, paving the way for Kamala Harris to take charge of the Democratic presidential campaign. Harris secured the nomination at the Democratic National Convention (DNC), held from August 19 to 22 in Chicago. Jaime Harrison, the Democratic National Committee chairman, said he was confident Harris would show herself to be more presidential than former President Donald Trump. The debate is slated to take place at Philadelphia's National Constitution Center at 9 pm ET on Tuesday, September 10 (6:30 am IST on Wednesday). The debate will not have a live audience or live microphones. Also read: Trump targets Kamala Harris’ height in bizarre post ahead of debate Earlier, Harris's campaign said in a statement that the arrangement, agreed upon by Joe Biden, would disadvantage the Democratic side as it would make it impossible for Harris to interfere and fact-check Trump during live conversation. “We suspect this is the primary reason for his campaign's insistence on muted microphones,” the VP said in a letter to the Washington Post. Rules of the debate Debate rules say that candidates would stand behind the podium, and would be given water, pens, and pads of paper. There won’t be any opening remarks and speakers won’t be given early access to the questions. Both leaders would be given two minutes to answer each question, two minutes for rebuttal and one additional minute for extra information. Watch: US Elections 2024: Kamala Harris and Donald Trump to face-off in first ever debate on Tuesday × While one speaker will speak, the other speaker’s microphone shall remain muted. Only the moderators will be allowed to ask questions. Closing statements will be limited to two minutes per candidate. (With inputs from agencies)

US presidential debate: Stage set for first Trump-Harris showdown in Philadelphia

Tens of thousands of people were forced to flee their homes on Tuesday as massive floods inundated northern Vietnam in the wake of Typhoon Yagi, while the death toll climbed to 127.

Yagi struck Saturday bringing winds in excess of 149 kilometres (92 miles) per hour and a deluge of rain that has caused flooding not seen in decades, according to locals.

State media gave an updated death toll of 127 on Tuesday, with at least 54 people still missing in the storm's aftermath.

More than 59,000 people have been forced to evacuate their homes in Yen Bai province, local authorities said Tuesday, after the floodwaters engulfed almost 18,000 homes.

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Floodwaters in Hanoi have reached levels not seen since 2008, state media reported, citing a senior local official, and forecasters have warned more is expected in the city's historic centre.

Phan Thi Tuyet, 50, who lives close to the swollen and fast-moving Red River, which runs through the capital, said she had never experienced such high water.

"I have lost everything, all gone," she told AFP, clutching her two dogs as she was evacuated by boat, along with other residents whose homes were flooded.

"I had to come to higher ground to save our lives. We could not bring any of the furniture with us. Everything is underwater now."

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Typhoons in the region are forming closer to the coast, intensifying more rapidly, and staying over land longer due to climate change, according to a study published in July.

Yagi downed bridges, tore roofs off buildings, damaged factories, and triggered widespread flooding and landslides.

Hanoi authorities said more than 25,000 trees in the city had been uprooted in the storm. Huge trunks blocked key roads in the city centre, creating large traffic jams.

The north of the country -- densely populated and a major manufacturing hub for global tech firms including Samsung -- was badly hit, with floodwaters in the city of Yen Bai at record levels, meteorologists said.

Authorities have issued flood and landslide warnings for 401 communes across 18 northern provinces.&nbsp;

One-storey homes in parts of Thai Nguyen and Yen Bai cities were almost completely submerged in the early hours of Tuesday, with residents waiting on the roofs for help.

Rescuers were trying to reach residential areas to retrieve old people and children. On social media, relatives of those stuck in floodwater posted desperate pleas for help and supplies in the early hours of the morning.

Crops including bananas, guavas, and corn -- which are usually sold in nearby markets -- were all flooded.

<h2>Bridge collapsed&nbsp;</h2>

As well as the dead and missing, flooding and landslides have also injured at least 752 people, officials at the Ministry of Agriculture said Tuesday.

Authorities stopped heavy vehicles crossing a major bridge over the Red River in central Hanoi on Tuesday and suspended a train line across Long Bien bridge as the water level rose.

The action followed the dramatic collapse of a bridge higher up the river in northern Phu Tho province on Monday.

Pictures showed half of the 375-metre Phong Chau bridge gone.

Five people who were crossing the bridge at the time have been rescued, but eight others were still missing Tuesday, authorities said.

The storm has also caused power blackouts and major disruptions to factories in the country's north, which is a major production centre for a number of global tech firms.

Susumu Yoshida from the Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry told AFP more than 80 Japanese companies had suffered some kind of damage from the typhoon, including to factory buildings, machinery, raw materials, and products.

Some had suspended or partially suspended production, and would not resume operations until the end of the week, he said.

Almost 210,000 hectares of crops had been destroyed in the floods, the state-run Vietnam News Agency reported, citing agriculture officials. At least 734,000 cattle and poultry had also been killed in the flooding, VNA added.&nbsp;

At least 24 people were killed as Yagi tore through southern China and the Philippines before hitting Vietnam.

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Tens of thousands of people were forced to flee their homes on Tuesday as massive floods inundated northern Vietnam in the wake of Typhoon Yagi, while the death toll climbed to 127.

Tens of thousands of people were forced to flee their homes on Tuesday as massive floods inundated northern Vietnam in the wake of Typhoon Yagi, while the death toll climbed to 127. Yagi struck Saturday bringing winds in excess of 149 kilometres (92 miles) per hour and a deluge of rain that has caused flooding not seen in decades, according to locals. State media gave an updated death toll of 127 on Tuesday, with at least 54 people still missing in the storm's aftermath. More than 59,000 people have been forced to evacuate their homes in Yen Bai province, local authorities said Tuesday, after the floodwaters engulfed almost 18,000 homes. Also read: Watch: Terrifying moments as Vietnam bridge collapses, sending vehicles into river Floodwaters in Hanoi have reached levels not seen since 2008, state media reported, citing a senior local official, and forecasters have warned more is expected in the city's historic centre. Phan Thi Tuyet, 50, who lives close to the swollen and fast-moving Red River, which runs through the capital, said she had never experienced such high water. "I have lost everything, all gone," she told AFP, clutching her two dogs as she was evacuated by boat, along with other residents whose homes were flooded. "I had to come to higher ground to save our lives. We could not bring any of the furniture with us. Everything is underwater now." Watch | Typhoon Yagi: Floods inundate north Vietnam as death toll climbs × Typhoons in the region are forming closer to the coast, intensifying more rapidly, and staying over land longer due to climate change, according to a study published in July. Yagi downed bridges, tore roofs off buildings, damaged factories, and triggered widespread flooding and landslides. Hanoi authorities said more than 25,000 trees in the city had been uprooted in the storm. Huge trunks blocked key roads in the city centre, creating large traffic jams. The north of the country -- densely populated and a major manufacturing hub for global tech firms including Samsung -- was badly hit, with floodwaters in the city of Yen Bai at record levels, meteorologists said. Authorities have issued flood and landslide warnings for 401 communes across 18 northern provinces. One-storey homes in parts of Thai Nguyen and Yen Bai cities were almost completely submerged in the early hours of Tuesday, with residents waiting on the roofs for help. Rescuers were trying to reach residential areas to retrieve old people and children. On social media, relatives of those stuck in floodwater posted desperate pleas for help and supplies in the early hours of the morning. Crops including bananas, guavas, and corn -- which are usually sold in nearby markets -- were all flooded. Bridge collapsed As well as the dead and missing, flooding and landslides have also injured at least 752 people, officials at the Ministry of Agriculture said Tuesday. Authorities stopped heavy vehicles crossing a major bridge over the Red River in central Hanoi on Tuesday and suspended a train line across Long Bien bridge as the water level rose. The action followed the dramatic collapse of a bridge higher up the river in northern Phu Tho province on Monday. Pictures showed half of the 375-metre Phong Chau bridge gone. Five people who were crossing the bridge at the time have been rescued, but eight others were still missing Tuesday, authorities said. The storm has also caused power blackouts and major disruptions to factories in the country's north, which is a major production centre for a number of global tech firms. Susumu Yoshida from the Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry told AFP more than 80 Japanese companies had suffered some kind of damage from the typhoon, including to factory buildings, machinery, raw materials, and products. Some had suspended or partially suspended production, and would not resume operations until the end of the week, he said. Almost 210,000 hectares of crops had been destroyed in the floods, the state-run Vietnam News Agency reported, citing agriculture officials. At least 734,000 cattle and poultry had also been killed in the flooding, VNA added. At least 24 people were killed as Yagi tore through southern China and the Philippines before hitting Vietnam. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Typhoon Yagi: Vietnam evacuates 59,000 people as death toll climbs to 127

France, Germany, and the United Kingdom condemned the export of Iranian ballistic missiles to Russia for its war against Ukraine, adding that it is a direct threat to European security.&nbsp;

The three nations issued a joint statement on Tuesday, saying that they will be taking immediate steps to cancel bilateral air services agreements with Iran. They will also pursue the designations of significant entities and impose sanctions on Iran Air.&nbsp;

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"The governments of France, Germany, and the United Kingdom strongly condemn Iran’s export and Russia’s procurement of Iranian ballistic missiles. This is a further escalation of Iran’s military support to Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine and will see Iranian missiles reaching European soil, increasing the suffering of the Ukrainian people," they stated in the joint statement.&nbsp;

<h2>'Threat to European security'</h2>

"This act is an escalation by both Iran and Russia and is a direct threat to European security," the statement read.&nbsp;

They further called on Iran to halt such practices in aiding Russia in its war against Ukraine.&nbsp;

"We call on Iran to immediately cease all support to Russia’s war against Ukraine and halt the development and transfers of its ballistic missiles," the statement added.&nbsp;

<h2>Russia received ballistic missiles from Iran, confirms Blinken</h2>

Earlier in the day, US State Secretary Antony Blinken said that Moscow has received new deadly ballistic missiles from Iran to use in Ukraine.&nbsp;

“This development and the growing cooperation between Russia and Iran threatens European security and demonstrates how Iran’s destabilising influence reaches far beyond the Middle East,” he said.

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Ukraine has been pushing the US to change its policy, however, Blinken, at a press conference in London, highlighted the obstacles to backing the Ukrainian request, noting that they doubt Ukraine's ability to maintain the missiles, training, and their strategic purpose.&nbsp;

Moreover, German chancellor Olaf Scholz called for a peace conference to be attended by Moscow, marking a sign of wavering support for Ukraine in parts of Europe, however, Blinken's confirmation of escalation may alter the debate.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

France, Germany, and the United Kingdom condemned the export of Iranian ballistic missiles to Russia for its war against Ukraine, adding that it is a direct threat to European security.

France, Germany, and the United Kingdom condemned the export of Iranian ballistic missiles to Russia for its war against Ukraine, adding that it is a direct threat to European security. The three nations issued a joint statement on Tuesday, saying that they will be taking immediate steps to cancel bilateral air services agreements with Iran. They will also pursue the designations of significant entities and impose sanctions on Iran Air. Also read: Russia, Iran to announce new bilateral treaty soon amid arms supply row "The governments of France, Germany, and the United Kingdom strongly condemn Iran’s export and Russia’s procurement of Iranian ballistic missiles. This is a further escalation of Iran’s military support to Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine and will see Iranian missiles reaching European soil, increasing the suffering of the Ukrainian people," they stated in the joint statement. 'Threat to European security' "This act is an escalation by both Iran and Russia and is a direct threat to European security," the statement read. They further called on Iran to halt such practices in aiding Russia in its war against Ukraine. "We call on Iran to immediately cease all support to Russia’s war against Ukraine and halt the development and transfers of its ballistic missiles," the statement added. Russia received ballistic missiles from Iran, confirms Blinken Earlier in the day, US State Secretary Antony Blinken said that Moscow has received new deadly ballistic missiles from Iran to use in Ukraine. “This development and the growing cooperation between Russia and Iran threatens European security and demonstrates how Iran’s destabilising influence reaches far beyond the Middle East,” he said. Watch | Iran rejects western accusations of Russia arms exports × Ukraine has been pushing the US to change its policy, however, Blinken, at a press conference in London, highlighted the obstacles to backing the Ukrainian request, noting that they doubt Ukraine's ability to maintain the missiles, training, and their strategic purpose. Moreover, German chancellor Olaf Scholz called for a peace conference to be attended by Moscow, marking a sign of wavering support for Ukraine in parts of Europe, however, Blinken's confirmation of escalation may alter the debate. (With inputs from agencies)

'Direct threat to European security': France, Germany, UK condemn Iran 'sending' ballistic missiles to Russia

As the race for the White House heats up, the Republicans in Congress have published a long awaited report blaming the Biden administration for the chaotic US withdrawal from Afghanistan. Watch to know more.

Report on US withdrawal from Afghanistan

Israel's military on Tuesday (Sep 10) acknowledged it was highly likely its troops shot dead Ayşenur Ezgi Eygi, the American-Turkish woman, in the West Bank. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) expressed its regret over the incident, calling it ‘unintentional.’

Earlier, the IDF said it conducted an investigation into the incident.

“The inquiry found that it is highly likely that she was hit indirectly and unintentionally by IDF fire, which was not aimed at her&nbsp;but aimed at the key instigator of the riot,” the IDF statement read.

“The incident took place during a violent riot in which dozens of Palestinian suspects burned tyres and hurled rocks towards security forces at the Beita junction,” it added.

IDF’s statement came after US Secretary of State Antony Blinken termed the killing of the 26-year-old woman “unprovoked and unjustified”.

“No one should be shot and killed for attending a protest,” Blinken said during a trip to London.

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Earlier, Turkish and Palestinian officials had also criticised Israel for the death of the woman, saying she was a volunteer with the activist group International Solidarity Movement (ISM) and was killed on Friday (Sep 6) while attending a demonstration.

Earlier, the Palestinian Authority held a funeral procession for the deceased woman on Monday (Sep 9) in the West Bank. Turkey said it was working to get her body repatriated for burial in the Aegean coastal town of Didim, as per her family’s wishes.

<h2>West Bank violence</h2>

The killing came amidst a fresh surge of violence in the West Bank, with increasing Israeli raids and attacks by Palestinian militants.

Human rights groups allege that such killings by the IDF are not uncommon, and the soldiers who kill Palestinians or their foreign supporters are rarely held to account.

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On the other hand, the IDF maintains it thoroughly investigates allegations of its forces killing civilians and holds them accountable.

(With inputs from agencies)

Israel's military on Tuesday (Sep 10) acknowledged it was highly likely its troops shot dead Ayşenur Ezgi Eygi, the American-Turkish woman, in the West Bank. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) expressed its regret over the incident, calling it ‘unintentional.

Israel's military on Tuesday (Sep 10) acknowledged it was highly likely its troops shot dead Ayşenur Ezgi Eygi, the American-Turkish woman, in the West Bank. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) expressed its regret over the incident, calling it ‘unintentional.’ Earlier, the IDF said it conducted an investigation into the incident. “The inquiry found that it is highly likely that she was hit indirectly and unintentionally by IDF fire, which was not aimed at her but aimed at the key instigator of the riot,” the IDF statement read. “The incident took place during a violent riot in which dozens of Palestinian suspects burned tyres and hurled rocks towards security forces at the Beita junction,” it added. IDF’s statement came after US Secretary of State Antony Blinken termed the killing of the 26-year-old woman “unprovoked and unjustified”. “No one should be shot and killed for attending a protest,” Blinken said during a trip to London. Also read: IDF chiefs knew about October 7 attacks in advance but never informed top officials: Report Earlier, Turkish and Palestinian officials had also criticised Israel for the death of the woman, saying she was a volunteer with the activist group International Solidarity Movement (ISM) and was killed on Friday (Sep 6) while attending a demonstration. Earlier, the Palestinian Authority held a funeral procession for the deceased woman on Monday (Sep 9) in the West Bank. Turkey said it was working to get her body repatriated for burial in the Aegean coastal town of Didim, as per her family’s wishes. West Bank violence The killing came amidst a fresh surge of violence in the West Bank, with increasing Israeli raids and attacks by Palestinian militants. Human rights groups allege that such killings by the IDF are not uncommon, and the soldiers who kill Palestinians or their foreign supporters are rarely held to account. Also read: IDF undertakes West Bank operation to thwart 'terrorism' On the other hand, the IDF maintains it thoroughly investigates allegations of its forces killing civilians and holds them accountable. (With inputs from agencies)

IDF regrets ‘unintentional death’ of US-Turkish protester in West Bank

Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk, on Tuesday,&nbsp;criticised a decision by Germany to tighten controls on its land borders, calling for urgent consultations with other affected countries and more support for Warsaw's own immigration policies.

Relations between Poland and Germany have become warmer since Tusk's pro-European coalition came to power in December, but there is exasperation in Warsaw at Berlin's reluctance to commit to joint European Union financing for defence and strengthening the bloc's eastern border.

Poland has been facing what it says is a migrant crisis orchestrated by Belarus and Russia on its eastern border since 2021.

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With Germany seeking to toughen its stance on immigration following a surge in arrivals, Berlin on Monday announced plans to impose tighter controls at all of the country's land borders, which would normally be part of the Schengen free-movement zone, for six months starting on Sept. 16.

<h2>'Unacceptable', says Tusk</h2>

"Such actions are unacceptable from the Polish point of view," Tusk told a meeting of Polish ambassadors in Warsaw.

"Today we need full support from Germany and the entire EU when it comes to helping in organising, financing, arming the eastern border, also in the context of illegal migration."

He said that what Poland needed was not tighter controls on its border with Germany, but more engagement from Berlin and others in securing the EU's external border.

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"In the coming hours we will contact other countries affected by Berlin's decisions for urgent consultations on action on the EU level," he said.

The German interior ministry did not immediately reply to an emailed request for comment.

Tusk said that the decision was a reaction to failed German policies on immigration from the past, not to failures from Poland's side.

Recent deadly knife attacks in Germany in which the suspects were asylum seekers have stoked concerns over immigration.

The Islamic State group claimed responsibility for a knife attack in the western city of Solingen that killed three people in August.

Germany's AfD earlier this month became the first far-right party since World War Two to win a state election, in Thuringia, after campaigning heavily on the issue of migration.

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Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk, on Tuesday, criticised a decision by Germany to tighten controls on its land borders, calling for urgent consultations with other affected countries and more support for Warsaw's own immigration policies.

Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk, on Tuesday, criticised a decision by Germany to tighten controls on its land borders, calling for urgent consultations with other affected countries and more support for Warsaw's own immigration policies. Relations between Poland and Germany have become warmer since Tusk's pro-European coalition came to power in December, but there is exasperation in Warsaw at Berlin's reluctance to commit to joint European Union financing for defence and strengthening the bloc's eastern border. Poland has been facing what it says is a migrant crisis orchestrated by Belarus and Russia on its eastern border since 2021. Watch | Nord Stream blast probe: Germany accuses Poland of not arresting Nord Stream suspect × With Germany seeking to toughen its stance on immigration following a surge in arrivals, Berlin on Monday announced plans to impose tighter controls at all of the country's land borders, which would normally be part of the Schengen free-movement zone, for six months starting on Sept. 16. 'Unacceptable', says Tusk "Such actions are unacceptable from the Polish point of view," Tusk told a meeting of Polish ambassadors in Warsaw. "Today we need full support from Germany and the entire EU when it comes to helping in organising, financing, arming the eastern border, also in the context of illegal migration." He said that what Poland needed was not tighter controls on its border with Germany, but more engagement from Berlin and others in securing the EU's external border. Also read: Germany introduces border controls to keep irregular migration in check amid security concerns spike "In the coming hours we will contact other countries affected by Berlin's decisions for urgent consultations on action on the EU level," he said. The German interior ministry did not immediately reply to an emailed request for comment. Tusk said that the decision was a reaction to failed German policies on immigration from the past, not to failures from Poland's side. Recent deadly knife attacks in Germany in which the suspects were asylum seekers have stoked concerns over immigration. The Islamic State group claimed responsibility for a knife attack in the western city of Solingen that killed three people in August. Germany's AfD earlier this month became the first far-right party since World War Two to win a state election, in Thuringia, after campaigning heavily on the issue of migration. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

'Unacceptable': Poland PM Tusk slams German decision to tighten border controls

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Pakistan: Two Pakistani men convicted over calls to murder Geert Wilders

Russia has nearly completed the required procedures to sign a new bilateral treaty with Iran soon, state news agency TASS quoted top security official Sergei Shoigu as saying on Tuesday.

"We look forward to the imminent conclusion of a new basic interstate treaty. We are completing the internal procedures necessary for the preparation of documents for signing by the presidents," Shoigu said.

Russia has cultivated closer ties with Iran and other states hostile towards the United States, such as North Korea, in the two and a half years since the start of the Ukraine war.

The United States accuses both countries of aiding Russia's war effort, something Moscow denies. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said earlier on Tuesday that Russia had received ballistic missiles from Iran and was likely to use them within weeks.

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A senior Iranian official on Monday denied reports that Tehran had supplied Moscow with such missiles.

Russia has said for some time that it intends to sign a major partnership treaty with the Islamic Republic, but Shoigu's statement was the strongest sign yet that such a deal is imminent.

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Russia has nearly completed the required procedures to sign a new bilateral treaty with Iran soon, state news agency TASS quoted top security official Sergei Shoigu as saying on Tuesday.

Russia has nearly completed the required procedures to sign a new bilateral treaty with Iran soon, state news agency TASS quoted top security official Sergei Shoigu as saying on Tuesday. "We look forward to the imminent conclusion of a new basic interstate treaty. We are completing the internal procedures necessary for the preparation of documents for signing by the presidents," Shoigu said. Russia has cultivated closer ties with Iran and other states hostile towards the United States, such as North Korea, in the two and a half years since the start of the Ukraine war. The United States accuses both countries of aiding Russia's war effort, something Moscow denies. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said earlier on Tuesday that Russia had received ballistic missiles from Iran and was likely to use them within weeks. Also read: Ukraine War: Iran supplied missiles to Russia? After US, EU allegations, Moscow issues statement A senior Iranian official on Monday denied reports that Tehran had supplied Moscow with such missiles. Russia has said for some time that it intends to sign a major partnership treaty with the Islamic Republic, but Shoigu's statement was the strongest sign yet that such a deal is imminent. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Russia, Iran to announce new bilateral treaty soon amid arms supply row

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken lands in London ahead of a meeting Tuesday with the new UK government. The close allies are set to share their resolve on Ukraine and paper over differences on Gaza.

Antony Blinken arrives in the UK ahead of talks on Ukraine, Mideast

With the 2024 US presidential election approaching, Republican candidate Donald Trump and Democratic nominee Kamala Harris are set to face off in their first televised debate. The debate, just weeks before the election, will give voters a chance to see how each candidate presents their policies and responds to key issues. Hosted by ABC, the event will take place at Philadelphia's National Constitution Centre.

The debate will be moderated by ABC News anchors David Muir and Linsey Davis.

The rules for the debate are clear; as per ABC, the debate will not include opening remarks, and neither candidate will have prior access to the topics or questions. During the event, both Harris and Trump will be restricted from asking each other questions. They will each be given two minutes to respond to questions, two minutes for rebuttals, and one minute for any further clarification. Closing remarks will be limited to two minutes for each candidate.

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There will be no live audience, and microphones will be off when it’s not a candidate’s turn to speak.&nbsp;

Here are the live-streaming details:

<h2>Trump vs Harris Debate: When to watch</h2>

Tune in to ABC News at 9 p.m. ET to watch the live broadcast. The debate will also be available for live streaming on ABC News Live, Disney+, Hulu, and Fox News. In India, the debate will be available on Wednesday at 6:30 a.m. IST.

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<h2>Trump vs Harris Debate:&nbsp;Live streaming details</h2>

Viewers can catch the debate on OTT platforms, including Disney+ and Hulu, where it will be streamed live.

<h2>Trump vs Harris Debate: Where the debate will take place</h2>

The debate will be held at Philadelphia's National Constitution Centre, a historically significant venue.

(With inputs from agencies)

With the 2024 US presidential election approaching, Republican candidate Donald Trump and Democratic nominee Kamala Harris are set to face off in their first televised debate.

With the 2024 US presidential election approaching, Republican candidate Donald Trump and Democratic nominee Kamala Harris are set to face off in their first televised debate. The debate, just weeks before the election, will give voters a chance to see how each candidate presents their policies and responds to key issues. Hosted by ABC, the event will take place at Philadelphia's National Constitution Centre. The debate will be moderated by ABC News anchors David Muir and Linsey Davis. The rules for the debate are clear; as per ABC, the debate will not include opening remarks, and neither candidate will have prior access to the topics or questions. During the event, both Harris and Trump will be restricted from asking each other questions. They will each be given two minutes to respond to questions, two minutes for rebuttals, and one minute for any further clarification. Closing remarks will be limited to two minutes for each candidate. Also read | 'Hamas no longer exists as military formation in Gaza': Israeli defence minister Yoav Gallant There will be no live audience, and microphones will be off when it’s not a candidate’s turn to speak. Here are the live-streaming details: Trump vs Harris Debate: When to watch Tune in to ABC News at 9 p.m. ET to watch the live broadcast. The debate will also be available for live streaming on ABC News Live, Disney+, Hulu, and Fox News. In India, the debate will be available on Wednesday at 6:30 a.m. IST. Also read | North American lake fills up with toxins-releasing algae visible from space Trump vs Harris Debate: Live streaming details Viewers can catch the debate on OTT platforms, including Disney+ and Hulu, where it will be streamed live. Trump vs Harris Debate: Where the debate will take place The debate will be held at Philadelphia's National Constitution Centre, a historically significant venue. (With inputs from agencies)

Donald Trump vs Kamala Harris US presidential debate: Live streaming details, when and where to watch

Sacred traditions burns bright into the night as Bulgarians celebrate virgin Mary. Watch to know more.

Bulgarians celebrate virgin Mary

A commission set up by the South Korean government has revealed that thousands of mothers were forced to give up their children for adoption abroad. Around 200,000 children, conceived by poor parents, especially single mothers, in government-funded welfare centres were adopted in nations like Australia, Denmark and the United States since the 1950s.

In most of the cases; hospitals, maternity wards and adoption agencies would unilaterally declare mothers ‘mentally ill’ or unfit to raise children.

A report from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission revealed that parents would sometimes be misled about the foreign adoption system, forcing them into believing that their children would come back. The adoptees would be told that their lives would be much better in high-income Western nations and not in impoverished South Korea.

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The commission also urged the government to issue a formal apology to the victims and develop a framework to compensate them.

<h2>South Korea’s ‘social purification’ policy</h2>

The military dictatorship in South Korea during the 1970s and 1980s implemented a ‘social purification’ policy under which thousands of people were forcibly admitted into government-funded welfare centres.

The commission also revealed in its report the miseries that would be inflicted upon poor inmates in these centres. Human rights abuses were rampant, with people being forced into unpaid labour on construction projects, forcibly transferred to other detention facilities, restrained and subjected to beatings and solitary confinement.

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Those who died would be buried in shallow graves, without attempting to identify their families and relatives. When women would give birth, their children would be taken away for the purposes of overseas adoption within a day.

“It only goes to show just how much [South Korea’s adoption system] was always about money, and how little it was about the children,” complained a 51-year-old Danish adoptee, as quoted by the Guardian.

(With inputs from agencies)

A commission set up by the South Korean government has revealed that thousands of mothers were forced to give up their children for adoption abroad. Around 200,000 children, conceived by poor parents, especially single mothers, in government-funded welfare centres were adopted in nations like Australia, Denmark and the United States since the 1950s.

A commission set up by the South Korean government has revealed that thousands of mothers were forced to give up their children for adoption abroad. Around 200,000 children, conceived by poor parents, especially single mothers, in government-funded welfare centres were adopted in nations like Australia, Denmark and the United States since the 1950s. In most of the cases; hospitals, maternity wards and adoption agencies would unilaterally declare mothers ‘mentally ill’ or unfit to raise children. A report from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission revealed that parents would sometimes be misled about the foreign adoption system, forcing them into believing that their children would come back. The adoptees would be told that their lives would be much better in high-income Western nations and not in impoverished South Korea. Also read: North Korea boosts nuclear arsenal: Kim Jong-un blames 'various threats' from US and allies for increase The commission also urged the government to issue a formal apology to the victims and develop a framework to compensate them. South Korea’s ‘social purification’ policy The military dictatorship in South Korea during the 1970s and 1980s implemented a ‘social purification’ policy under which thousands of people were forcibly admitted into government-funded welfare centres. The commission also revealed in its report the miseries that would be inflicted upon poor inmates in these centres. Human rights abuses were rampant, with people being forced into unpaid labour on construction projects, forcibly transferred to other detention facilities, restrained and subjected to beatings and solitary confinement. Also read: South Korea convenes international summit to establish blueprint for ‘responsible’ AI use in military Those who died would be buried in shallow graves, without attempting to identify their families and relatives. When women would give birth, their children would be taken away for the purposes of overseas adoption within a day. “It only goes to show just how much [South Korea’s adoption system] was always about money, and how little it was about the children,” complained a 51-year-old Danish adoptee, as quoted by the Guardian. (With inputs from agencies)

South Korean mothers were falsely declared unfit; 200,000 babies sent abroad for adoption

A new and robust partnership is emerging posing a formidable challenge to the West, as the conflict in Ukraine rages on Russia has forged an ever closer bond with China, Iran and North Korea our special report decodes.

New Partnership threatens Western Dominance

El Salvador’s police chief, known for leading the country’s “war” on gangs, was killed in a helicopter crash along with several others. Watch in for more details!

El Salvador Police chief killed in chopper crash

Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, has completed her chemotherapy treatment, six months after publicly revealing her cancer diagnosis. In a heartfelt message, she expressed gratitude for the public's support and shared optimism about her road to recovery.

Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales completes chemotherapy treatment for cancer

Trigger warning: Some readers may find the details in this report disturbing. Discretion is advised.

A female state senator in California has been sued by her former staffer who has accused her of demanding sexual favours from him while she was his boss and forcing him into a “quid pro quo relationship” which left him with back and hip injuries.

Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil’s former chief of staff Chad Condit filed a lawsuit against her and alleged that the lawmaker forced him to perform sex acts on her when they were travelling for work.

Condit, who is married, said that he relented and indulged in sexual activity with the senator for many years as part of a “sex-based quid pro quo relationship” so as to save his job, as per the suit filed in Sacramento Superior Court.

Condit has alleged that he suffered a debilitating back injury because he was forced to “twist and contort” while performing oral sex on his boss in a car because of which he suffered a collapsed hip and three herniated discs, as per the court papers.

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Condit, who is a former Democratic Congressman's son, has given a detailed account of the situation which led him to the injuries in the lawsuit.

It reads: "They were driving together and they pulled over to go to the restroom. When he came back to the car, she had her pants pulled down and said: 'I want you to kiss it and prove your loyalty'."

Condit then claimed that he had to "twist and contort his body in the confined space of the car" which caused him injuries in the back and hip.

The former chief of staff said that he then used his back injury as an excuse to refuse the advances of the senator in August last year, however, she reacted to his refusal and gave him a disciplinary letter in which he was accused of inappropriate behaviour.

Condit said that he was fired from his job in December because he repeatedly refused the sexual advances of his boss and was undergoing back surgery, as per the lawsuit.

“This was a sex-based quid pro quo relationship of unwelcome advances and sexual behaviours coupled with punishment and flexing of power,” the suit alleged.

<h2>Senator reacts to 'sexual misconduct' allegation levied against her</h2>

Alvardo-Gil’s attorney Ognian Gavrilov has refuted the allegations levied against her by the former aide.

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“A disgruntled former employee has fabricated an outlandish story, presented without evidence, to get a payday,” said Gavrilov, in a statement to The New York Post.

“We expect that the senator will be fully cleared of any wrongdoing of these bogus, financially motivated claims," he added.

(With inputs from agencies)

Trigger warning: Some readers may find the details in this report disturbing. Discretion is advised. A female state senator in California has been sued by her former staffer who has accused her of demanding sexual favours from him while she was his boss and forcing him into a “quid pro quo relationship” which left him with back and hip injuries.

Trigger warning: Some readers may find the details in this report disturbing. Discretion is advised. A female state senator in California has been sued by her former staffer who has accused her of demanding sexual favours from him while she was his boss and forcing him into a “quid pro quo relationship” which left him with back and hip injuries. Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil’s former chief of staff Chad Condit filed a lawsuit against her and alleged that the lawmaker forced him to perform sex acts on her when they were travelling for work. Condit, who is married, said that he relented and indulged in sexual activity with the senator for many years as part of a “sex-based quid pro quo relationship” so as to save his job, as per the suit filed in Sacramento Superior Court. Condit has alleged that he suffered a debilitating back injury because he was forced to “twist and contort” while performing oral sex on his boss in a car because of which he suffered a collapsed hip and three herniated discs, as per the court papers. Also Read: Poland horror: Woman held as 'sex slave' has no lips or teeth; captor carried out 'cruel experiments' Condit, who is a former Democratic Congressman's son, has given a detailed account of the situation which led him to the injuries in the lawsuit. It reads: "They were driving together and they pulled over to go to the restroom. When he came back to the car, she had her pants pulled down and said: 'I want you to kiss it and prove your loyalty'." Condit then claimed that he had to "twist and contort his body in the confined space of the car" which caused him injuries in the back and hip. The former chief of staff said that he then used his back injury as an excuse to refuse the advances of the senator in August last year, however, she reacted to his refusal and gave him a disciplinary letter in which he was accused of inappropriate behaviour. Condit said that he was fired from his job in December because he repeatedly refused the sexual advances of his boss and was undergoing back surgery, as per the lawsuit. “This was a sex-based quid pro quo relationship of unwelcome advances and sexual behaviours coupled with punishment and flexing of power,” the suit alleged. Senator reacts to 'sexual misconduct' allegation levied against her Alvardo-Gil’s attorney Ognian Gavrilov has refuted the allegations levied against her by the former aide. Watch: Philippines pastor accused of running child sex trafficking ring arrested “A disgruntled former employee has fabricated an outlandish story, presented without evidence, to get a payday,” said Gavrilov, in a statement to The New York Post. “We expect that the senator will be fully cleared of any wrongdoing of these bogus, financially motivated claims," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

US female senator faces accusation of using chief of staff as 'sex slave', injuring him in 'forced' oral sex

Rich, democratic countries in the global north are using harsh and vague measures, aiming to silence the climate protests in the world, however, at the same time, they are slamming similar draconian practices by authorities in the global south, according to a report.&nbsp;

A Climate Rights International report revealed the increasingly heavy-handed treatment of climate activists in Australia, Germany, France, the Netherlands, Sweden, the UK, and the US.&nbsp;

The measures also include lengthy prison sentences, preventive detention, and harassment. These crackdowns are a violation of the government's legal responsibility to protect basic rights to freedom of expression, assembly, and association.&nbsp;

Further, it also sheds light on how these same governments frequently criticise regimes in developing countries for not respecting the right to protest peacefully.&nbsp;

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Brad Adams, director at Climate Rights International, said, "Governments too often take such a strong and principled view about the right to peaceful protest in other countries, but when they don’t like certain kinds of protests at home they pass laws and deploy the police to stop them."&nbsp;

The authorities across Europe, the US, and the UK, have been seen attempting mass arrests and using draconian new laws against non-violent climate protests, which have further resulted in long prison sentences.&nbsp;

<h2>Protesters have been called 'hooligans', 'ecoterrorists'&nbsp;</h2>

Moreover, in some cases, those who have taken part in the protests, have been called hooligans, saboteurs, or ecoterrorists by politicians and the media.&nbsp;

Last year, Mary Lawlor, the UN special rapporteur on human rights defenders, told the Guardian, "These defenders are basically trying to save the planet, and in doing so save humanity."

"These are people we should be protecting but are seen by governments and corporations as a threat to be neutralised. In the end, it’s about power and economics," she added.&nbsp;

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"Instead of jailing climate protesters and undermining civil liberties, governments should heed their call to take urgent action to address the climate crisis," he continued.&nbsp;

The Climate Rights International called on democratic governments across the world to pause the authoritarian crackdown and protect people's rights to protest.&nbsp;

“Governments should see climate protesters and activists as allies in the fight against climate change, not criminals,” said Adams. “The crackdown on peaceful protests is not only a violation of their basic rights, it can also be used by repressive governments as a green light to go after climate, environmental, and human rights defenders in their countries.”

(With inputs from agencies)

Rich, democratic countries in the global north are using harsh and vague measures, aiming to silence the climate protests in the world, however, at the same time, they are slamming similar draconian practices by authorities in the global south, according to a report.

Rich, democratic countries in the global north are using harsh and vague measures, aiming to silence the climate protests in the world, however, at the same time, they are slamming similar draconian practices by authorities in the global south, according to a report. A Climate Rights International report revealed the increasingly heavy-handed treatment of climate activists in Australia, Germany, France, the Netherlands, Sweden, the UK, and the US. The measures also include lengthy prison sentences, preventive detention, and harassment. These crackdowns are a violation of the government's legal responsibility to protect basic rights to freedom of expression, assembly, and association. Further, it also sheds light on how these same governments frequently criticise regimes in developing countries for not respecting the right to protest peacefully. Also read: Climate protesters raid, shut down Amsterdam's famous Rijksmuseum Brad Adams, director at Climate Rights International, said, "Governments too often take such a strong and principled view about the right to peaceful protest in other countries, but when they don’t like certain kinds of protests at home they pass laws and deploy the police to stop them." The authorities across Europe, the US, and the UK, have been seen attempting mass arrests and using draconian new laws against non-violent climate protests, which have further resulted in long prison sentences. Protesters have been called 'hooligans', 'ecoterrorists' Moreover, in some cases, those who have taken part in the protests, have been called hooligans, saboteurs, or ecoterrorists by politicians and the media. Last year, Mary Lawlor, the UN special rapporteur on human rights defenders, told the Guardian, "These defenders are basically trying to save the planet, and in doing so save humanity." "These are people we should be protecting but are seen by governments and corporations as a threat to be neutralised. In the end, it’s about power and economics," she added. Watch | River dries in drought hit Brazilian Amazon × Adams further said that one does not have to agree with the tactics of climate activists to understand the importance of defending their right to protest and to free speech. "Instead of jailing climate protesters and undermining civil liberties, governments should heed their call to take urgent action to address the climate crisis," he continued. The Climate Rights International called on democratic governments across the world to pause the authoritarian crackdown and protect people's rights to protest. “Governments should see climate protesters and activists as allies in the fight against climate change, not criminals,” said Adams. “The crackdown on peaceful protests is not only a violation of their basic rights, it can also be used by repressive governments as a green light to go after climate, environmental, and human rights defenders in their countries.” (With inputs from agencies)

Wealthy countries silencing climate protests worldwide while promoting rights: Study

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In the shocking rape trial going on in France, in which the husband has been accused of drugging his wife and inviting at least 50 strangers to rape her, the man has claimed that the crimes were committed by him because his wife did not agree to the idea of "swinging".

While speaking to a criminal psychologist, the man blamed his wife for his actions and said that it was her refusal to go swinging which led to the crimes.

The 71-year-old disgraced Frenchman, Dominique Pelicot, was excused from sitting through the entire hearing on September 9 (Monday) after his lawyers said that he had been facing 'medical problems' from the last 48 hours for which no 'adequate treatment' was given to him.

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However, psychologist Annabelle Montagne spoke in the court in Avignon and said that&nbsp;she had spoken to the retired electrician in December 2020, nearly a month and a half after he was taken into police custody.

In police custody, the man had admitted to committing crimes against his wife Gisele.

"Pelicot said: ''My wife and I had a discussion about swinging but she didn't agree so I drugged her''," informed the psychologist.

Madame Montagne further added that the man accepted that he loved his wife but added, "He sees his partner as an object to satisfy his sexual and narcissistic needs. His wife is then a partial object and no longer an object of total love."

<h2>Psychologist speaks about Pelicot's split personality and troubled childhood</h2>

Another prison psychologist informed the court that Pelicot had a "split personality" and had no empathy.

She said Pelicot has accepted that he would have continued to abuse his wife if he was not arrested and that the criminal charges brought against him have ruined his life.

Psychologist Marianne Douteau said that the man believes he and his wife would have been in a happy marriage if his misdeeds were not found.

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(Pelicot) complains that this criminal case against him has destroyed his life. He claims everything could have continued as before if he had not been arrested. He said: 'Gisele would not have known anything, we would have continued to be happy'," the psychologist said.

"Dominique Pelicot comes from a troubled family in which young children were abused. [Pelicot] has a two-sided personality; he is a patriarch but he is also irresponsible and manipulative. Behind closed doors he does not respect limits," she added.

"He has a split personality between the person he wants to be and the person he is. He does not show any empathy - but he is not inauthentic [in his expressions of love for his wife]," the psychologist concluded.

(With inputs from agencies)

Trigger warning: Some readers may find the details in this report disturbing. Discretion is advised. In the shocking rape trial going on in France, in which the husband has been accused of drugging his wife and inviting at least 50 strangers to rape her, the man has claimed that the crimes were committed by him because his wife did not agree to the idea of "swinging".

Trigger warning: Some readers may find the details in this report disturbing. Discretion is advised. In the shocking rape trial going on in France, in which the husband has been accused of drugging his wife and inviting at least 50 strangers to rape her, the man has claimed that the crimes were committed by him because his wife did not agree to the idea of "swinging". While speaking to a criminal psychologist, the man blamed his wife for his actions and said that it was her refusal to go swinging which led to the crimes. The 71-year-old disgraced Frenchman, Dominique Pelicot, was excused from sitting through the entire hearing on September 9 (Monday) after his lawyers said that he had been facing 'medical problems' from the last 48 hours for which no 'adequate treatment' was given to him. Also Read: French rape case: Among dozens of men invited by husband to rape his wife, one was an HIV patient However, psychologist Annabelle Montagne spoke in the court in Avignon and said that she had spoken to the retired electrician in December 2020, nearly a month and a half after he was taken into police custody. In police custody, the man had admitted to committing crimes against his wife Gisele. "Pelicot said: ''My wife and I had a discussion about swinging but she didn't agree so I drugged her''," informed the psychologist. Madame Montagne further added that the man accepted that he loved his wife but added, "He sees his partner as an object to satisfy his sexual and narcissistic needs. His wife is then a partial object and no longer an object of total love." Psychologist speaks about Pelicot's split personality and troubled childhood Another prison psychologist informed the court that Pelicot had a "split personality" and had no empathy. She said Pelicot has accepted that he would have continued to abuse his wife if he was not arrested and that the criminal charges brought against him have ruined his life. Psychologist Marianne Douteau said that the man believes he and his wife would have been in a happy marriage if his misdeeds were not found. Watch: France Rape Case: Husband drugged wife, orchestrated decade of rape (Pelicot) complains that this criminal case against him has destroyed his life. He claims everything could have continued as before if he had not been arrested. He said: 'Gisele would not have known anything, we would have continued to be happy'," the psychologist said. "Dominique Pelicot comes from a troubled family in which young children were abused. [Pelicot] has a two-sided personality; he is a patriarch but he is also irresponsible and manipulative. Behind closed doors he does not respect limits," she added. "He has a split personality between the person he wants to be and the person he is. He does not show any empathy - but he is not inauthentic [in his expressions of love for his wife]," the psychologist concluded. (With inputs from agencies)

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