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<p>After the United States Supreme Court on Wednesday (August 28)&nbsp;declined to reinstate&nbsp;US President Joe Biden administration's recent effort to cancel loans for millions of borrowers, Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris said that she will continue to fight for student debt forgiveness.</p>

<h2><strong>Why are Republican-led states opposing the SAVE plan?</strong></h2>

<p>Over a dozen Republican-led states together had taken legal action against the federal government over the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan, claiming it could cost at least $475 billion over a decade. Meanwhile, the Congressional Budget Office has estimated the cost of the loan forgiveness plan to be $276 billion.</p>

<p>Recently, the Supreme Court refused a Justice Department request to overturn a ruling from the 8th US Circuit Court of Appeals, which had blocked Biden's loan forgiveness plan. This plan was introduced by the White House last year, after another student loan relief proposal from the incumbent president, which aimed to forgive up to $20,000 in debt for millions of Americans, was struck down by the Supreme Court.</p>

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<p>In an unsigned order, the Supreme Court asked for a comprehensive ruling on the SAVE plan by the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals "with appropriate dispatch." Student loan forgiveness was a significant point during Biden's 2020 campaign, and Harris said that if she is elected in November, she would continue with the current president's strategy for debt relief.</p>

<p>"@POTUS and I have canceled nearly $170 billion in student debt for almost 5 million Americans. We are also fighting to defend our SAVE Plan, which has lowered payments for millions of Americans. We won't stop fighting to build an economy that works for every American," Harris wrote on X, previously known as Twitter.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/stop-spreading-false-narratives-china-warns-blinken-on-taiwan-during-beijing-visit-754217">Stop spreading false narratives: China warns Sullivan on Taiwan during visit</a></strong></p>

<h2><strong>Key features of the SAVE plan for student debt relief</strong></h2>

<p>The SAVE plan is designed to provide relief to borrowers by reducing the required monthly payments on federal loans from 10 per cent to 5 per cent of their discretionary income. Those earning less than 225 per cent of the federal poverty line, or $32,800 annually, would not be required to make payments on their loans.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Additionally, the plan would allow for loan balances of $12,000 or less to be forgiven after 10 years of timely payments. In April, the Biden administration announced that nearly eight&nbsp;million people had signed up for the SAVE plan, with 4.5 million borrowers having monthly payments reduced to $0.</p>

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After the United States Supreme Court on Wednesday (August 28) declined to reinstate US President Joe Biden administration's recent effort to cancel loans for millions of borrowers, Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris said that she will continue to fight for student debt forgiveness.

After the United States Supreme Court on Wednesday (August 28) declined to reinstate US President Joe Biden administration's recent effort to cancel loans for millions of borrowers, Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris said that she will continue to fight for student debt forgiveness. Why are Republican-led states opposing the SAVE plan? Over a dozen Republican-led states together had taken legal action against the federal government over the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan, claiming it could cost at least $475 billion over a decade. Meanwhile, the Congressional Budget Office has estimated the cost of the loan forgiveness plan to be $276 billion. Recently, the Supreme Court refused a Justice Department request to overturn a ruling from the 8th US Circuit Court of Appeals, which had blocked Biden's loan forgiveness plan. This plan was introduced by the White House last year, after another student loan relief proposal from the incumbent president, which aimed to forgive up to $20,000 in debt for millions of Americans, was struck down by the Supreme Court. Also read | Revealed: FBI releases first pics of weapon Thomas Crooks used to shoot Trump In an unsigned order, the Supreme Court asked for a comprehensive ruling on the SAVE plan by the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals "with appropriate dispatch." Student loan forgiveness was a significant point during Biden's 2020 campaign, and Harris said that if she is elected in November, she would continue with the current president's strategy for debt relief. "@POTUS and I have canceled nearly $170 billion in student debt for almost 5 million Americans. We are also fighting to defend our SAVE Plan, which has lowered payments for millions of Americans. We won't stop fighting to build an economy that works for every American," Harris wrote on X, previously known as Twitter. Also read: Stop spreading false narratives: China warns Sullivan on Taiwan during visit Key features of the SAVE plan for student debt relief The SAVE plan is designed to provide relief to borrowers by reducing the required monthly payments on federal loans from 10 per cent to 5 per cent of their discretionary income. Those earning less than 225 per cent of the federal poverty line, or $32,800 annually, would not be required to make payments on their loans. Additionally, the plan would allow for loan balances of $12,000 or less to be forgiven after 10 years of timely payments. In April, the Biden administration announced that nearly eight million people had signed up for the SAVE plan, with 4.5 million borrowers having monthly payments reduced to $0. (With inputs from agencies)

Kamala Harris says 'won't stop fighting' for student debt relief after Supreme Court blocks Biden's SAVE plan

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:15,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1708}">The United States Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump's running mate JD Vance is in a pickle once again. An audio recording of his from October 2021 has been shared by political rival Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris' campaign. In it, Vance&nbsp;can be heard insulting educators and once again spewing hatred towards "childless" women.</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:115,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1808}"><strong>What did Vance say?</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:147,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:35,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1840}">As per reports, Trump's running mate, who was speaking at a forum held by the Center for Christian Virtue, attacked "leaders on the left" and a teacher who did not have children.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:197,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1890}">Vance targeted Randi Weingarten, the president of the American Federation of Teachers, for not having children.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:197,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1890}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/trump-backs-vance-in-childless-cat-ladies-controversy-says-he-said-that-because-family-is-good-745520">Trump backs Vance in 'childless cat ladies' controversy, says he said that because 'family is good'</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:230,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:35,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1923}">In the clip, labelled as a testament to "Vance’s vile nature" by Kamala's Wins — an X community supporting Kamala Harris — he can be heard saying that childless people were "brainwashing" the minds of children.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:280,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:35,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1973}">"So many of the leaders of the left, and I hate to be so personal about this, but they’re people without kids trying to brainwash the minds of our children, that really disorients me and disturbs me."</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">BREAKING: In a stunning leak, JD Vance says that teachers who don’t have children disturb him. JD Vance continued attacks against women, especially women without children, are insulting and wrong. Retweet to make sure all Americans see Vance’s vile nature. <a href="https://t.co/IsEW3PAYJT">pic.twitter.com/IsEW3PAYJT</a></p>
— Kamala’s Wins (@harris_wins) <a href="https://twitter.com/harris_wins/status/1828531024034439233?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 27, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<p>He goes on to slam Weingarten for not having children and says: "Randi Weingarten, who's the head of the most powerful teachers' union in the country, she doesn’t have a single child. If she wants to brainwash and destroy the minds of children, she should have some of her own and leave ours the hell alone."</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:500,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2193}"><strong>Randi Weingarten hits back at Vance</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:532,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2225}">On X, Weingarten, the president of the American Federation of Teachers, reposted the Vance audio shared by Kamala HQ, calling it "gross".</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:565,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:35,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2258}">"Gross! JD Vance's comments are sad and insulting to millions of modern families, and school teachers, including Catholic nuns, none of whom should be targeted for their family decisions," she said.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:565,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:35,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2258}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:276,&quot;w&quot;:636,&quot;h&quot;:33,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2026}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:276,&quot;w&quot;:636,&quot;h&quot;:33,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2026}" href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/facebook-targeting-trump-meta-calls-july-13-assassination-attempt-fictional-event-and-misinformation-745472">Facebook targeting Trump? Meta calls July 13 assassination attempt 'fictional event' and 'misinformation'</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:615,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:35,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2308}">Previously, Weingarten, when targeted by Representative&nbsp;Marjorie Taylor Greene for not being a mother, had described herself as a "mother by marriage" (similar to Harris herself).</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:665,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2358}"><strong>Netizens slam Vance</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:697,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2390}">JD Vance's comment has earned him the ire of netizens, who have slammed him for his "offensive" and "disrespectful views on women".</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:730,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:35,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2423}">One user commented, "How dare JD Vance insult teachers who don't have children. Teachers dedicate their lives to enriching the lives of their students."</p>

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— Gayle M. Tiller (@gayle_tiller) <a href="https://twitter.com/gayle_tiller/status/1828617907573580165?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 28, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<p>Another user commented that JD Vance's obsession with other people having kids was "creepy".</p>

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<p>"He needs to get over it and mind his own business not everyone wants to have kids and he can’t force women to do so," said another.</p>

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The United States Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump's running mate JD Vance is in a pickle once again. An audio recording of his from October 2021 has been shared by political rival Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris' campaign.

The United States Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump's running mate JD Vance is in a pickle once again. An audio recording of his from October 2021 has been shared by political rival Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris' campaign. In it, Vance can be heard insulting educators and once again spewing hatred towards "childless" women. What did Vance say? As per reports, Trump's running mate, who was speaking at a forum held by the Center for Christian Virtue, attacked "leaders on the left" and a teacher who did not have children. Vance targeted Randi Weingarten, the president of the American Federation of Teachers, for not having children. Also read | Trump backs Vance in 'childless cat ladies' controversy, says he said that because 'family is good' In the clip, labelled as a testament to "Vance’s vile nature" by Kamala's Wins — an X community supporting Kamala Harris — he can be heard saying that childless people were "brainwashing" the minds of children. "So many of the leaders of the left, and I hate to be so personal about this, but they’re people without kids trying to brainwash the minds of our children, that really disorients me and disturbs me." BREAKING: In a stunning leak, JD Vance says that teachers who don’t have children disturb him. JD Vance continued attacks against women, especially women without children, are insulting and wrong. Retweet to make sure all Americans see Vance’s vile nature. pic.twitter.com/IsEW3PAYJT — Kamala’s Wins (@harris_wins) August 27, 2024 × He goes on to slam Weingarten for not having children and says: "Randi Weingarten, who's the head of the most powerful teachers' union in the country, she doesn’t have a single child. If she wants to brainwash and destroy the minds of children, she should have some of her own and leave ours the hell alone." Randi Weingarten hits back at Vance On X, Weingarten, the president of the American Federation of Teachers, reposted the Vance audio shared by Kamala HQ, calling it "gross". "Gross! JD Vance's comments are sad and insulting to millions of modern families, and school teachers, including Catholic nuns, none of whom should be targeted for their family decisions," she said. Also read | Facebook targeting Trump? Meta calls July 13 assassination attempt 'fictional event' and 'misinformation' Previously, Weingarten, when targeted by Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene for not being a mother, had described herself as a "mother by marriage" (similar to Harris herself). Netizens slam Vance JD Vance's comment has earned him the ire of netizens, who have slammed him for his "offensive" and "disrespectful views on women". One user commented, "How dare JD Vance insult teachers who don't have children. Teachers dedicate their lives to enriching the lives of their students." How dare JD Vance insult teachers who don't have children. Teachers dedicate their lives to enriching the lives of their students. Some have children, and others don't for various reasons. And as Tim Walz would say, "Mind your own damn business." #HarrisWalz2024 — Gayle M. Tiller (@gayle_tiller) August 28, 2024 × Another user commented that JD Vance's obsession with other people having kids was "creepy". Its not just weird how he’s obsessed with other people having kids, it’s creepy — MrJamesonNeat 🥥🌴 (@MrJamesonNeat) August 27, 2024 × "He needs to get over it and mind his own business not everyone wants to have kids and he can’t force women to do so," said another. He needs to get over it and mind his own business not everyone wants to have kids and he can’t force women to do so — Sigrid Hilary 🎮 (@Taurusgirl1980) August 27, 2024 × Yet another user took a satirical take and commented: "JD Vance: It scares me to have nuns teach children," along with the hashtag "#VanceHatesWomen". (With inputs from agencies)

JD Vance in a pickle once again: Another 'childless ladies' comment comes to light

<p>Apple finally gave assurance that the new Apple phone was going to be launched on September 9. The event will not only consist of iPhone 16, but the company has also decided to introduce various new products, including Apple Watches, an upgraded version of AirPods, and possibly a new iPad Mini.</p>

<p>One of the most awaited launches is the Apple Watch Series 10. This new Apple Watch will mark the 10th anniversary of the Apple Watch. As per Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, this new generation of the Apple Watch will be sleeker in design with bigger displays, changing the size from 41mm to 45mm options and 45mm to 49mm cases.</p>

<p>The 49mm size will be similar to the Watch Ultra, making it the largest option, while the 45mm will become the smallest.</p>

<p>It is also anticipated that Apple will make significant updates to its internal components. The new generation is expected to use resin-coated copper, which will create a thinner logic board, making more space for other elements, and can make the product more durable and water-resistant.</p>

<p><strong>Ultra 3</strong></p>

<p>Apple is expected to launch the Ultra 3 watch, which will be an upgrade to the Ultra 2 Apple Watch. The new watch is not likely to get any drastic changes in its hardware; however, the new watch is said to have a processor of the S9 chip, which will provide AI features.</p>

<p>The design is said to be almost the same as the Ultra 2, according to the Bloomberg report, “roughly the same look as the original.”</p>

<p><strong>SE3 Apple Watch</strong></p>

<p>The more reasonable option, the third-generation SE, is anticipated to have some detectable changes. It will have a larger screen with 41mm and 45mm cases, the same as the Apple Watch of the 8th generation. According to David Hsieh, a research analyst, the new watch is going to have 12 per cent more display than the current SE model.</p>

<p>To reduce costs, Apple is said to be changing its body from aluminium to a rigid plastic body.</p>

<p><strong>AirPods 4</strong></p>

<p>Another launch from Apple, called “It’s Glow Time,” is expected to introduce the fourth-generation AirPods. They are going to launch two versions at different prices.</p>

<p>The new AirPods are redesigned with a shorter stem enhanced audio quality and improved comfort for the ears.</p>

<p>They will come with the H2 chip and Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity for faster and more reliable connections.</p>


Apple finally gave assurance that the new Apple phone was going to be launched on September 9. The event will not only consist of iPhone 16, but the company has also decided to introduce various new products, including Apple Watches, an upgraded version of AirPods, and possibly a new iPad Mini.

Apple finally gave assurance that the new Apple phone was going to be launched on September 9. The event will not only consist of iPhone 16, but the company has also decided to introduce various new products, including Apple Watches, an upgraded version of AirPods, and possibly a new iPad Mini. One of the most awaited launches is the Apple Watch Series 10. This new Apple Watch will mark the 10th anniversary of the Apple Watch. As per Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, this new generation of the Apple Watch will be sleeker in design with bigger displays, changing the size from 41mm to 45mm options and 45mm to 49mm cases. The 49mm size will be similar to the Watch Ultra, making it the largest option, while the 45mm will become the smallest. It is also anticipated that Apple will make significant updates to its internal components. The new generation is expected to use resin-coated copper, which will create a thinner logic board, making more space for other elements, and can make the product more durable and water-resistant. Ultra 3 Apple is expected to launch the Ultra 3 watch, which will be an upgrade to the Ultra 2 Apple Watch. The new watch is not likely to get any drastic changes in its hardware; however, the new watch is said to have a processor of the S9 chip, which will provide AI features. The design is said to be almost the same as the Ultra 2, according to the Bloomberg report, “roughly the same look as the original.” SE3 Apple Watch The more reasonable option, the third-generation SE, is anticipated to have some detectable changes. It will have a larger screen with 41mm and 45mm cases, the same as the Apple Watch of the 8th generation. According to David Hsieh, a research analyst, the new watch is going to have 12 per cent more display than the current SE model. To reduce costs, Apple is said to be changing its body from aluminium to a rigid plastic body. AirPods 4 Another launch from Apple, called “It’s Glow Time,” is expected to introduce the fourth-generation AirPods. They are going to launch two versions at different prices. The new AirPods are redesigned with a shorter stem enhanced audio quality and improved comfort for the ears. They will come with the H2 chip and Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity for faster and more reliable connections.

The wait is over, iphone 16 is getting launched on September 9

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Israeli forces sent tanks deeper into Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip and launched strikes across the enclave killing at least 34 Palestinians. Residents of Khan Younis said Israeli tanks made a surprise advance into the center of the city, and the military ordered evacuations in the east many families ran for safety, while others were trapped at home. Watch in for more details!

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:15,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:35,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1708}">Namibia, which is facing its worst drought in 100 years, is now planning to kill more than 700 wild animals, including elephants, hippos, and zebras. Why? For their meat, which will be distributed among people struggling to meet their basic food needs.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:65,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:35,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1758}">The nation's Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism announced on Monday (Aug 26) that the list of animals being culled includes 723 animals, comprising 30 hippos, 60 buffalos, 50 impalas, 100&nbsp;blue wilder beasts, 300 zebras, 83 elephants, and 100 elands.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:115,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1808}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/japans-slim-takes-the-final-bow-lunar-mission-shut-down-after-lost-communication-753439">Japan's SLIM takes the final bow, lunar mission shut down after lost communication</a></strong></p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:151,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1844}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:151,&quot;w&quot;:346,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1844}">A state of emergency in Namibia</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:195,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:35,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1888}">In May, Namibia declared a state of emergency as the impact of drought worsened. With the drought conditions, an estimated 1.4 million people in the nation are expected to face high levels of acute food insecurity.</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:249,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1942}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:249,&quot;w&quot;:314,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1942}">Namibia's culling programme</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:293,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1986}">As per a CNN report, the animals will be sourced from national parks and communal areas with "sustainable game numbers". National Parks include Namib Naukluft Park, Mangetti National Park, Bwabwata National Park, Mudumu National Park and Nkasa&nbsp;Rupara&nbsp;National Park.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:361,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2054}">They will be killed by professional hunters and Safari Outfitters, said the ministry in its press release.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:393,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2086}">According to the press release, the elephant culling would also serve to reduce human-animal conflicts</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:393,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2086}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/study-reveals-why-cats-scratch-furniture-and-tips-for-managing-it-750864">Study reveals why cats scratch furniture and tips for managing it</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:426,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:70,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2119}">"Additionally, the National Conference on Human Wildlife Conflict Management in 2023 resolved, among other things, that elephant numbers need to be reduced as a measure to assist in reducing prevailing cases of human-wildlife conflict. With the severe drought situation in the country, conflicts are expected to increase if no interventions are made. To this effect, 83 elephants from identified conflict areas will be culled, meat will be allocated to the drought relief program under the Office of the Prime Minister."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:511,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:35,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2204}">Already, 157 animals of different species have been hunted in Mangetti&nbsp;National Park. Additionally, 20 have been hunted in Mahango, 70 in Kwando, 6 in Bufallo and 9 in Mudumo. In total, this has led to the delivery of 56,875 kg&nbsp;of meat.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:561,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:35,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2254}">The ministry says that along with supplying meat to the needy population, the culling will help take pressure off water resources by cutting down wildlife numbers in areas where their numbers "exceed available grazing and water."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:611,&quot;w&quot;:926,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2304}"><em bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:611,&quot;w&quot;:182,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2304}">(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Namibia, which is facing its worst drought in 100 years, is now planning to kill more than 700 wild animals, including elephants, hippos, and zebras. Why? For their meat, which will be distributed among people struggling to meet their basic food needs.

Namibia, which is facing its worst drought in 100 years, is now planning to kill more than 700 wild animals, including elephants, hippos, and zebras. Why? For their meat, which will be distributed among people struggling to meet their basic food needs. The nation's Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism announced on Monday (Aug 26) that the list of animals being culled includes 723 animals, comprising 30 hippos, 60 buffalos, 50 impalas, 100 blue wilder beasts, 300 zebras, 83 elephants, and 100 elands. Also read | Japan's SLIM takes the final bow, lunar mission shut down after lost communication A state of emergency in Namibia In May, Namibia declared a state of emergency as the impact of drought worsened. With the drought conditions, an estimated 1.4 million people in the nation are expected to face high levels of acute food insecurity. Namibia's culling programme As per a CNN report, the animals will be sourced from national parks and communal areas with "sustainable game numbers". National Parks include Namib Naukluft Park, Mangetti National Park, Bwabwata National Park, Mudumu National Park and Nkasa Rupara National Park. They will be killed by professional hunters and Safari Outfitters, said the ministry in its press release. According to the press release, the elephant culling would also serve to reduce human-animal conflicts Also read | Study reveals why cats scratch furniture and tips for managing it "Additionally, the National Conference on Human Wildlife Conflict Management in 2023 resolved, among other things, that elephant numbers need to be reduced as a measure to assist in reducing prevailing cases of human-wildlife conflict. With the severe drought situation in the country, conflicts are expected to increase if no interventions are made. To this effect, 83 elephants from identified conflict areas will be culled, meat will be allocated to the drought relief program under the Office of the Prime Minister." Already, 157 animals of different species have been hunted in Mangetti National Park. Additionally, 20 have been hunted in Mahango, 70 in Kwando, 6 in Bufallo and 9 in Mudumo. In total, this has led to the delivery of 56,875 kg of meat. The ministry says that along with supplying meat to the needy population, the culling will help take pressure off water resources by cutting down wildlife numbers in areas where their numbers "exceed available grazing and water." (With inputs from agencies)

Namibia to cull over 700 elephants, hippos and other animals for meat. Here's why

<p>Ahead of the US presidential elections scheduled for November, 'Taiwanese Americans for Harris' highlighted that there would be an "enormous" risk with a second Trump presidency.&nbsp;</p>

<p>'Taiwanese Americans for Harris' is an official grassroots affinity group gathering Taiwanese Americans to support US Presidential nominee Kamala Harris for president. It further aims to support the Taiwanese American community and help elect Democrats&nbsp;supporting Taiwan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Although some US lawmakers have affirmed that support for Taiwan will continue regardless of who wins the 2024 elections, the organisation's national co-chair Jay Chen said, “There is an enormous risk with a second Trump presidency.”&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>'No individual has been more dismissive for Taiwan than Trump'</strong></h2>

<p>Chen told Taiwan News&nbsp;that as a lieutenant commander in the US Naval Reserves, no president has been more supportive of Taiwan than Biden, and no individual has been more dismissive than Trump.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-halts-arms-talks-blaming-us-taiwan-arms-sales-741913"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;China halts arms talks, blaming US-Taiwan arms sales</strong></a></p>

<p>However, Rupert-Hammond-Chambers, president of the US-Taiwan Business Council, said that they believe an administration led by Trump could adopt a clearer policy towards Taipei sooner and be more open to arms sales than a Democratic one.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>'Current US policy offered no guarantee of support'&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Hammond-Chambers told The Washington Post that while the current policy offered no guarantees of American defence support, it restricted Taiwan's ability to acquire comprehensive defence capabilities, with the US "directing Taiwan only to buy in a certain area and only providing technologies in that area”.</p>

<p>The council’s head stated an example, saying that Biden's administration has denied a Taiwanese request for anti-submarine helicopters that&nbsp;are needed to patrol waters around the island.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Taiwan reacts to Trump's 'pay US' comment; dedicated to bolster our defence: Taiwan</strong></p>

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<p>Meanwhile, the national co-chair of 'Taiwanese Americans for Harris', said that after Harris replaced Biden in the US presidential race, the Harris campaign has been “incredibly receptive” to Taiwanese Americans’ concerns.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Notably in July, Trump questioned US support for Taiwan in an interview with Bloomberg, saying that they stole America's chip industry, adding that Taipei should pay the US for its defence as "it doesn’t give us anything.”&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Ahead of the US presidential elections scheduled for November, 'Taiwanese Americans for Harris' highlighted that there would be an "enormous" risk with a second Trump presidency.

Ahead of the US presidential elections scheduled for November, 'Taiwanese Americans for Harris' highlighted that there would be an "enormous" risk with a second Trump presidency. 'Taiwanese Americans for Harris' is an official grassroots affinity group gathering Taiwanese Americans to support US Presidential nominee Kamala Harris for president. It further aims to support the Taiwanese American community and help elect Democrats supporting Taiwan. Although some US lawmakers have affirmed that support for Taiwan will continue regardless of who wins the 2024 elections, the organisation's national co-chair Jay Chen said, “There is an enormous risk with a second Trump presidency.” 'No individual has been more dismissive for Taiwan than Trump' Chen told Taiwan News that as a lieutenant commander in the US Naval Reserves, no president has been more supportive of Taiwan than Biden, and no individual has been more dismissive than Trump. Also read: China halts arms talks, blaming US-Taiwan arms sales However, Rupert-Hammond-Chambers, president of the US-Taiwan Business Council, said that they believe an administration led by Trump could adopt a clearer policy towards Taipei sooner and be more open to arms sales than a Democratic one. 'Current US policy offered no guarantee of support' Hammond-Chambers told The Washington Post that while the current policy offered no guarantees of American defence support, it restricted Taiwan's ability to acquire comprehensive defence capabilities, with the US "directing Taiwan only to buy in a certain area and only providing technologies in that area”. The council’s head stated an example, saying that Biden's administration has denied a Taiwanese request for anti-submarine helicopters that are needed to patrol waters around the island. Watch | Taiwan reacts to Trump's 'pay US' comment; dedicated to bolster our defence: Taiwan × Meanwhile, the national co-chair of 'Taiwanese Americans for Harris', said that after Harris replaced Biden in the US presidential race, the Harris campaign has been “incredibly receptive” to Taiwanese Americans’ concerns. Notably in July, Trump questioned US support for Taiwan in an interview with Bloomberg, saying that they stole America's chip industry, adding that Taipei should pay the US for its defence as "it doesn’t give us anything.” (With inputs from agencies)

Taiwanese Americans for Harris sees 'enormous risk' for Taiwan if Trump wins elections

<p>The Keir Starmer-led UK government is contemplating stricter rules on outdoor smoking as part of an effort to eliminate tobacco use. These new rules might include banning smoking in places like pub gardens, outdoor dining areas, near hospitals and sports venues, as reported by BBC.</p>

<p>These new restrictions are expected to be a more stringent version of the previous government's Tobacco and Vapes Bill, which was shelved before the last election.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The King's Speech during the recent state opening of Parliament hinted at reviving this legislation, which would have prohibited tobacco sales to anyone born on or after January 2009.</p>

<p>It is uncertain if the outdoor smoking ban, as reported by the Sun, would be implemented across the entire UK or just in England. A spokesperson for the Department of Health and Social Care told the BBC, "Smoking claims 80,000 lives a year, puts huge pressure on our NHS, and costs taxpayers billions. We are determined to protect children and non-smokers from the harms of second-hand smoking."</p>

<h2><strong>How did the opposition react to this&nbsp;news?</strong></h2>

<p>On the other hand, the Conservative opposition, including potential leadership candidates, have criticised these proposals as excessive regulation. Former home office minister Robert Jenrick voiced his concern on social media, stating, "The last thing this country needs is thousands more pubs closing."</p>

<p>Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, also condemned the proposals, calling them "government overreach on a scale that is utterly ridiculous." He warned that such measures could spell the end of pubs. "Frankly, if they do this, it will be the death knell of the pub," he told BBC.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-news-outlet-stand-news-and-editors-convicted-of-sedition-754265">Hong Kong news outlet Stand News and editors convicted of sedition</a></strong></p>

<p>Smoking was responsible for an estimated 74,600 deaths in 2019, according to the most recent data from NHS England. In 2022-23, there were 408,700 hospital admissions in England related to smoking.</p>

<h2><strong>What were Rishi Sunak's plans for a smoke-free generation?</strong></h2>

<p>During his time as prime minister, Rishi Sunak outlined plans to create a "smoke-free generation" and decrease smoking-related deaths. However, his Tobacco and Vapes Bill was abandoned after he called a general election in May. If passed, it would have made it illegal to sell tobacco to anyone born after 1 January 2009.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The Keir Starmer-led UK government is contemplating stricter rules on outdoor smoking as part of an effort to eliminate tobacco use. These new rules might include banning smoking in places like pub gardens, outdoor dining areas, near hospitals and sports venues, as reported by BBC.

The Keir Starmer-led UK government is contemplating stricter rules on outdoor smoking as part of an effort to eliminate tobacco use. These new rules might include banning smoking in places like pub gardens, outdoor dining areas, near hospitals and sports venues, as reported by BBC. These new restrictions are expected to be a more stringent version of the previous government's Tobacco and Vapes Bill, which was shelved before the last election. The King's Speech during the recent state opening of Parliament hinted at reviving this legislation, which would have prohibited tobacco sales to anyone born on or after January 2009. It is uncertain if the outdoor smoking ban, as reported by the Sun, would be implemented across the entire UK or just in England. A spokesperson for the Department of Health and Social Care told the BBC, "Smoking claims 80,000 lives a year, puts huge pressure on our NHS, and costs taxpayers billions. We are determined to protect children and non-smokers from the harms of second-hand smoking." How did the opposition react to this news? On the other hand, the Conservative opposition, including potential leadership candidates, have criticised these proposals as excessive regulation. Former home office minister Robert Jenrick voiced his concern on social media, stating, "The last thing this country needs is thousands more pubs closing." Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, also condemned the proposals, calling them "government overreach on a scale that is utterly ridiculous." He warned that such measures could spell the end of pubs. "Frankly, if they do this, it will be the death knell of the pub," he told BBC. Also read: Hong Kong news outlet Stand News and editors convicted of sedition Smoking was responsible for an estimated 74,600 deaths in 2019, according to the most recent data from NHS England. In 2022-23, there were 408,700 hospital admissions in England related to smoking. What were Rishi Sunak's plans for a smoke-free generation? During his time as prime minister, Rishi Sunak outlined plans to create a "smoke-free generation" and decrease smoking-related deaths. However, his Tobacco and Vapes Bill was abandoned after he called a general election in May. If passed, it would have made it illegal to sell tobacco to anyone born after 1 January 2009. (With inputs from agencies)

UK considers ban on outdoor smoking in pubs gardens, grounds: Will it save lives or harm businesses?

The PMO has denied reports that Netanyahu was unhappy with transport minister Miri Regev's refusal to compromise regarding the October 7th anniversary memorial. Watch WION to know more on the story.

Israel: Netanyahu's office denies rift with transport minister Miri Regev

France on Wednesday charged Pavel Durov, the founder and chief of Telegram, with a litany of violations related to the messaging app and banned him from leaving the country while allowing the billionaire to walk free after 4 days of being under arrest. Watch in for more details!

France charges  Pavel Durov with litany of violations related to app

<p>Canada has abruptly ended a policy of allowing work permits to those on visitor visas from within the county, in yet another blow to thousands of migrants, many of them from India. Canada is rolling back or limiting several liberal immigration schemes introduced in the wake of the Covid pandemic. India is reportedly the second highest source country of temporary workers to Canada, behind only Mexico.</p>

<p>The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada or IRCC, the country's immigration agency, said in a release, "Canada has ended the policy allowing visitors on temporary visas to apply for work permits from within the country, initially introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The change will be effective immediately, the agency said on Wednesday (Aug 28). It will continue to process applications submitted before that date.</p>

<p><strong>Indians protest against changes in Canada's immigration policy</strong></p>

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<p>The temporary work permits were introduced in August 2020 to help visitors who were unable to leave the country due to the pandemic-related travel restrictions. Under this scheme,&nbsp;visitors in Canada could apply for a work permit without having to leave the country. Foreigners who had held a work permit in the previous 12 months but who changed their status in Canada to “visitor” could also apply to work legally in Canada while waiting for a decision on their new work permit application.</p>

<p>This 'temporary policy' was set to expire on February 28, 2025, but now it has been stopped abruptly.</p>

<p>The agency said that some fraudsters were misusing this provision to lure foreigners into working in Canada without authorisation.</p>

<p>"IRCC is ending the policy as part of our overall efforts to recalibrate the number of temporary residents in Canada and preserve the integrity of the immigration system. IRCC is also aware that some bad actors were using the policy to mislead foreign nationals into working in Canada without authorisation," said the release.</p>

<h2><strong>Canada cracks down on temporary residents, Indian students protest</strong></h2>

<p>The stopping of work permits for visitors is the latest in a string of immigration reforms being undertaken by the Justin Trudeau administration to roll back the number of temporary residents in the country.</p>

<p>It came even as hundreds of Indian graduates and students have started protests amid fears of deportation due to several overnight changes to immigration policies.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/unfair-to-indians-canada-witnesses-massive-protests-as-70000-students-face-deportation-753788">Also read: ‘Unfair to Indians,’ Canada witnesses massive protests as 70,000 students face deportation</a></strong><br />
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Among the issues of contention is a policy set to be implemented in September that would set limits on employers on how many temporary residents they could give jobs to.</p>

<p>It is common practice for international students to work part-time, often for very low wages, to meet some of their expenses. Their hope is to eventually find jobs in Canada, and gain permanent residency.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/foreign-student-receiving-study-permits-soar-in-canada-despite-government-restrictions-739914">Canada sees rise in number of foreign students receiving study permit despite government restrictions</a></strong></p>

<p>One of the policies that would face some caps is the PEI PNP, or Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program. This was one of the so-called 'express entry' routes for many foreigners to enter, live and work in Canada. It gave pathways to permanent residency for skilled workers and recent graduates.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The rollback of several&nbsp;policies is mainly aimed at reducing the temporary resident population in the country, which includes some 70,000 student graduates who now face uncertain futures. The government's contention is that the presence of temporary residents is stressing out the housing market and infrastructure of the country.</p>

<p>Immigration minister Marc Miller had said in March that Canada's temporary resident population "had grown rapidly, reaching up to 2.5 million or 6.2 per cent of the total population.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Canada has abruptly ended a policy of allowing work permits to those on visitor visas from within the county, in yet another blow to thousands of migrants, many of them from India.

Canada has abruptly ended a policy of allowing work permits to those on visitor visas from within the county, in yet another blow to thousands of migrants, many of them from India. Canada is rolling back or limiting several liberal immigration schemes introduced in the wake of the Covid pandemic. India is reportedly the second highest source country of temporary workers to Canada, behind only Mexico. The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada or IRCC, the country's immigration agency, said in a release, "Canada has ended the policy allowing visitors on temporary visas to apply for work permits from within the country, initially introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic." The change will be effective immediately, the agency said on Wednesday (Aug 28). It will continue to process applications submitted before that date. Indians protest against changes in Canada's immigration policy × The temporary work permits were introduced in August 2020 to help visitors who were unable to leave the country due to the pandemic-related travel restrictions. Under this scheme, visitors in Canada could apply for a work permit without having to leave the country. Foreigners who had held a work permit in the previous 12 months but who changed their status in Canada to “visitor” could also apply to work legally in Canada while waiting for a decision on their new work permit application. This 'temporary policy' was set to expire on February 28, 2025, but now it has been stopped abruptly. The agency said that some fraudsters were misusing this provision to lure foreigners into working in Canada without authorisation. "IRCC is ending the policy as part of our overall efforts to recalibrate the number of temporary residents in Canada and preserve the integrity of the immigration system. IRCC is also aware that some bad actors were using the policy to mislead foreign nationals into working in Canada without authorisation," said the release. Canada cracks down on temporary residents, Indian students protest The stopping of work permits for visitors is the latest in a string of immigration reforms being undertaken by the Justin Trudeau administration to roll back the number of temporary residents in the country. It came even as hundreds of Indian graduates and students have started protests amid fears of deportation due to several overnight changes to immigration policies. Also read: ‘Unfair to Indians,’ Canada witnesses massive protests as 70,000 students face deportation Among the issues of contention is a policy set to be implemented in September that would set limits on employers on how many temporary residents they could give jobs to. It is common practice for international students to work part-time, often for very low wages, to meet some of their expenses. Their hope is to eventually find jobs in Canada, and gain permanent residency. Also read: Canada sees rise in number of foreign students receiving study permit despite government restrictions One of the policies that would face some caps is the PEI PNP, or Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program. This was one of the so-called 'express entry' routes for many foreigners to enter, live and work in Canada. It gave pathways to permanent residency for skilled workers and recent graduates. The rollback of several policies is mainly aimed at reducing the temporary resident population in the country, which includes some 70,000 student graduates who now face uncertain futures. The government's contention is that the presence of temporary residents is stressing out the housing market and infrastructure of the country. Immigration minister Marc Miller had said in March that Canada's temporary resident population "had grown rapidly, reaching up to 2.5 million or 6.2 per cent of the total population. (With inputs from agencies)

Canada ends work permits to those on visitor visas in yet another blow that could affect Indians

The UK Prime Minister expressed his concern over the growing far right threat. Watch WION to know more.

Keir Starmer asks for European cooperation to tackle far-right

<p>The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Thursday (Aug 29) said it had killed five more militants in a large-scale operation in the occupied West Bank, taking the death toll to 14 in the second day of 'counter-terrorism' operations.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Following exchanges of fire, the forces eliminated five terrorists who had hidden inside a mosque in Tulkarem," the military said, having gunned down nine militants in&nbsp;simultaneous raids in several West Bank cities a day before.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The IDF said a well-known local commander named Mohammed Jaber, known as Abu Shujja who had been part of the Islamic Jihad militant group, was also killed in the operation.</p>

<p>Notably, Shujja was linked to several attacks on Israelis, including a deadly shooting in June. According to reports, he was planning more attacks before the Israeli forces allegedly neutralised him.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Abu Shujaa, commander of the Tulkarem Brigade of the Al-Quds Brigades&nbsp;died along with several brothers of his brigade after a heroic battle against the soldiers of the (Israeli) occupation", the militant group confirmed in a statement.</p>

<p>There were reports that Shujja had been killed earlier this year but made a surprise appearance at the funeral of one of the militants where he was granted a heroic welcome from the crowd who hoisted him on their shoulders.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Ever since the war broke out in October last year, violence has soared in the West Bank -- a&nbsp;Palestinian territory occupied by Israel since 1967 and separated geographically from Gaza by Israeli territory. According to UN numbers, as many as 637 Palestinians have been killed in the West Bank by Israeli forces or settlers since the start of the war against Hamas.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/israel-war-israel-launches-fresh-operations-in-west-bank-754069" target="_blank"><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Israel war: Israel launches fresh operations in West Bank</strong></a></p>

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<h2><strong>US imposes sanctions</strong></h2>

<p>The incident comes a day after the United States imposed new sanctions on&nbsp;West Bank settlers over violence against Palestinians.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Extremist settler violence in the West Bank causes intense human suffering, harms Israel's security and undermines the prospect for peace and stability in the region," State Department spokesman Matthew Miller said in a statement.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/netanyahu-opposes-us-slapping-new-sanctions-on-israeli-settlers-in-west-bank-754151"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Netanyahu opposes US slapping new sanctions on Israeli settlers in West Bank</strong></a></p>

<p>The latest sanction targets included Hashomer Yosh, an Israeli group that has supported the unauthorised settler outpost of Meitarim Farm in the south Hebron Hills.</p>

<p>Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticised the US move and said the issue was raised in a discussion with the White House.&nbsp;</p>

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The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Thursday (Aug 29) said it had killed five more militants in a large-scale operation in the occupied West Bank, taking the death toll to 14 in the second day of 'counter-terrorism' operations.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Thursday (Aug 29) said it had killed five more militants in a large-scale operation in the occupied West Bank, taking the death toll to 14 in the second day of 'counter-terrorism' operations. "Following exchanges of fire, the forces eliminated five terrorists who had hidden inside a mosque in Tulkarem," the military said, having gunned down nine militants in simultaneous raids in several West Bank cities a day before. The IDF said a well-known local commander named Mohammed Jaber, known as Abu Shujja who had been part of the Islamic Jihad militant group, was also killed in the operation. Notably, Shujja was linked to several attacks on Israelis, including a deadly shooting in June. According to reports, he was planning more attacks before the Israeli forces allegedly neutralised him. "Abu Shujaa, commander of the Tulkarem Brigade of the Al-Quds Brigades died along with several brothers of his brigade after a heroic battle against the soldiers of the (Israeli) occupation", the militant group confirmed in a statement. There were reports that Shujja had been killed earlier this year but made a surprise appearance at the funeral of one of the militants where he was granted a heroic welcome from the crowd who hoisted him on their shoulders. The terrorist Muhhamad Jabber, "Abu Shujaa”, was eliminated following exchanges of fire during counterterrorism operations in Tulkarm. Jabber, "Abu Shujaa”, was the head of a terrorist network in Nur Shams. Additionally, he was involved in carrying out numerous terrorist… pic.twitter.com/0Z7Hv5OREc — Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) August 29, 2024 × Ever since the war broke out in October last year, violence has soared in the West Bank -- a Palestinian territory occupied by Israel since 1967 and separated geographically from Gaza by Israeli territory. According to UN numbers, as many as 637 Palestinians have been killed in the West Bank by Israeli forces or settlers since the start of the war against Hamas. Watch | Israel war: Israel launches fresh operations in West Bank US imposes sanctions The incident comes a day after the United States imposed new sanctions on West Bank settlers over violence against Palestinians. "Extremist settler violence in the West Bank causes intense human suffering, harms Israel's security and undermines the prospect for peace and stability in the region," State Department spokesman Matthew Miller said in a statement. Also read | Netanyahu opposes US slapping new sanctions on Israeli settlers in West Bank The latest sanction targets included Hashomer Yosh, an Israeli group that has supported the unauthorised settler outpost of Meitarim Farm in the south Hebron Hills. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticised the US move and said the issue was raised in a discussion with the White House. (With inputs from agencies)

West Bank raids: IDF kills 5 more Palestinian militants, including well-known local commander

<p>A Hong Kong court on Thursday (Aug&nbsp;29) convicted two editors of the now-shuttered Stand News media outlet of conspiring to publish seditious articles in a significant case under the ongoing security crackdown in the China-ruled city. The ruling has drawn criticism worldwide with particular concerns raised about&nbsp;the erosion of media freedoms.</p>

<p>Chung Pui-kuen, 54, and Patrick Lam, 36, were found guilty of charges that could lead to a maximum prison sentence of two years. This verdict represents the first sedition conviction against journalists or editors in Hong Kong since the city's 1997 handover from Britain to China.</p>

<p>The case has been condemned by various international observers, including the US government, as a stark example of the declining press freedoms under the intensifying national security measures in Hong Kong.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Gravitas: YouTube blocks protest anthem 'glory to Hong Kong'</strong></p>

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<p>Stand News, once a prominent online media platform known for its critical reporting and commentary was targeted by the Chinese authorities in&nbsp;December 2021. The police raided the outlet, froze its assets, and effectively forced its closure within days.</p>

<p>The charges against Chung, Lam, and the parent company, Best Pencil (Hong Kong) Ltd, relate to the publication of 17 articles and commentaries between July 2020 and December 2021, which prosecutors argued were seditious in nature.</p>

<p>Despite pleading not guilty, both Chung and Lam were convicted.</p>

<p>Only Chung was present in court on Thursday for the verdict, while Lam's absence remained unexplained.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tiananmen-square-anniversary-tight-security-in-china-and-hong-kong-taiwan-says-will-never-forget-crackdown-728493">Tiananmen Square anniversary: Tight security in China and Hong Kong; Taiwan says will never forget crackdown</a></strong></p>

<p>In his judgment, District Court Judge Kwok Wai-kin said&nbsp;that the court's decision on seditious intent was influenced by considerations of "potential danger to national security" and the specific circumstances prevailing at the time of publication.</p>

<p>This case reflects the increasingly stringent measures against media organisations in Hong Kong amid broader concerns about the city's autonomy and freedoms under Chinese rule.</p>


A Hong Kong court on Thursday (Aug 29) convicted two editors of the now-shuttered Stand News media outlet of conspiring to publish seditious articles in a significant case under the ongoing security crackdown in the China-ruled city.

A Hong Kong court on Thursday (Aug 29) convicted two editors of the now-shuttered Stand News media outlet of conspiring to publish seditious articles in a significant case under the ongoing security crackdown in the China-ruled city. The ruling has drawn criticism worldwide with particular concerns raised about the erosion of media freedoms. Chung Pui-kuen, 54, and Patrick Lam, 36, were found guilty of charges that could lead to a maximum prison sentence of two years. This verdict represents the first sedition conviction against journalists or editors in Hong Kong since the city's 1997 handover from Britain to China. The case has been condemned by various international observers, including the US government, as a stark example of the declining press freedoms under the intensifying national security measures in Hong Kong. Also watch | Gravitas: YouTube blocks protest anthem 'glory to Hong Kong' × Stand News, once a prominent online media platform known for its critical reporting and commentary was targeted by the Chinese authorities in December 2021. The police raided the outlet, froze its assets, and effectively forced its closure within days. The charges against Chung, Lam, and the parent company, Best Pencil (Hong Kong) Ltd, relate to the publication of 17 articles and commentaries between July 2020 and December 2021, which prosecutors argued were seditious in nature. Despite pleading not guilty, both Chung and Lam were convicted. Only Chung was present in court on Thursday for the verdict, while Lam's absence remained unexplained. Also read | Tiananmen Square anniversary: Tight security in China and Hong Kong; Taiwan says will never forget crackdown In his judgment, District Court Judge Kwok Wai-kin said that the court's decision on seditious intent was influenced by considerations of "potential danger to national security" and the specific circumstances prevailing at the time of publication. This case reflects the increasingly stringent measures against media organisations in Hong Kong amid broader concerns about the city's autonomy and freedoms under Chinese rule.

Hong Kong news outlet Stand News and editors convicted of sedition

<p>Bunol, a small Spanish town, sees its population more than double in size at the end of every August. It is because of its annual festival, La Tomatina, a one-hour event. The town is famous around the world for La Tomatina, and this year, the festival was celebrated on 28 August, and the city welcomed 22,000 tourists for the festival.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Every year, a large number of people from around the world arrive at the beautiful town along Spain's east coast. Bunol lies just 38 kilometres from Valencia, a well-known city in Spain.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The event kicked off at 11 am, and people threw tomatoes at each other and enjoyed the festival. The city got drenched in red. La Tomatina is also known as the world’s biggest food fight.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Before the festivities, more than 150,000 kilos of specially prepared tomatoes were delivered in seven huge trucks. Officials stated that food wastage is not a concern, as the tomatoes are not suitable for consumption, but perfect for pelting one another, said the BBC.&nbsp;</p>

<p>To attend the one-hour food fight, tourists had to pay a fee of €15 (£12.60), and they were not allowed to throw tomatoes after 12 pm. The festival was free for the residents. People enjoyed swimming in tomato sauce, throwing tomatoes at each other and even making tomato angles during the Spanish festival.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Ahead of the event, councilman Sergio Galarza said, “There is a lot of excitement and also a lot of respect because there are many people on the route, as this year will feature seven trucks. We hope that the party goes smoothly and that at 2 pm we can clean up and everyone is happy."</p>

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<p>As per the official website of La Tomatina, the festival was founded in 1945. The festival was banned in the 1950s under the dictatorship of General Francisco Franco but resumed in 1959 with certain restrictions.&nbsp;</p>

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Bunol, a small Spanish town, sees its population more than double in size at the end of every August. It is because of its annual festival, La Tomatina, a one-hour event.

Bunol, a small Spanish town, sees its population more than double in size at the end of every August. It is because of its annual festival, La Tomatina, a one-hour event. The town is famous around the world for La Tomatina, and this year, the festival was celebrated on 28 August, and the city welcomed 22,000 tourists for the festival. Every year, a large number of people from around the world arrive at the beautiful town along Spain's east coast. Bunol lies just 38 kilometres from Valencia, a well-known city in Spain. The event kicked off at 11 am, and people threw tomatoes at each other and enjoyed the festival. The city got drenched in red. La Tomatina is also known as the world’s biggest food fight. Also Read|The Rings Of Power Season 2 review: A definite improvement from first season| Before the festivities, more than 150,000 kilos of specially prepared tomatoes were delivered in seven huge trucks. Officials stated that food wastage is not a concern, as the tomatoes are not suitable for consumption, but perfect for pelting one another, said the BBC. To attend the one-hour food fight, tourists had to pay a fee of €15 (£12.60), and they were not allowed to throw tomatoes after 12 pm. The festival was free for the residents. People enjoyed swimming in tomato sauce, throwing tomatoes at each other and even making tomato angles during the Spanish festival. Thousands of people gathered in Bunol, Spain, for the annual La Tomatina festival 🍅 The 'world's biggest food fight' sees participants hurl tomatoes at each other. pic.twitter.com/ocN0IhDbp6 — Sky News (@SkyNews) August 28, 2024 × Ahead of the event, councilman Sergio Galarza said, “There is a lot of excitement and also a lot of respect because there are many people on the route, as this year will feature seven trucks. We hope that the party goes smoothly and that at 2 pm we can clean up and everyone is happy." 🍅 Siete camiones trasladan ya a Buñol 120.000 kilos de tomate maduro para la Tomatina 🗣️ "Nos han pedido tomate maduro, entero. La gente lo debe pisar o estrujar antes de tirarlo y es para que se pueda tirar y hacer una buena batalla", explican los productores de los tomates pic.twitter.com/PqmKCcKRwm — EFE C. Valenciana (@EFE_CValenciana) August 27, 2024 × As per the official website of La Tomatina, the festival was founded in 1945. The festival was banned in the 1950s under the dictatorship of General Francisco Franco but resumed in 1959 with certain restrictions. (With inputs from agencies)

22,000 revellers descend on Bunol, pelt tomatoes at traditional Spanish festival La Tomatina

<p>Former United States President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump's campaign was warned not to take photographs at Arlington National Cemetery before the altercation, during a wreath-laying ceremony, reported the Associated Press (AP) citing a defence official, on Thursday (Aug 29).&nbsp;</p>

<p>Trump was invited to Arlington, a resting place for over 400,000 service members, veterans and their families, by some of the families of the 13 service members who lost their lives in the Kabul airport bombing three years ago.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Republican presidential candidate&nbsp;has been facing severe criticism after he was seen giving a thumbs up and smiling pose in a photo at America's most sacred cemetery. Netizens have been reacting to the image since then.&nbsp;</p>

<p>An anti-Trump group, The Lincoln Project, posted, "Trump today with thumbs up at the grave of a soldier. Disgraceful."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>This comes a day after NPR reported, citing a relevant source, that two Trump campaign staff members "verbally abused and pushed" aside a cemetery official who tried to stop them from filming and photographing in Section 60, where the military personnel who were killed during the war of Afghanistan and Iraq, were buried.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The defence official, on a condition of anonymity, discussed the matter and said that the Trump campaign was initially warned about not taking photographs in Section 60 before their arrival and the altercation.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Cemetery officials respond</strong></h2>

<p>However, cemetery officials responded to the inquiry and shared a statement, stating, that “an incident” had occurred and a report had been filed, but it did not address details of what had happened. Moreover, they declined to share the report.</p>

<p>“Federal law prohibits political campaign or election-related activities within Army National Military Cemeteries, to include photographers, content creators or any other persons attending for purposes, or in direct support of a partisan political candidate’s campaign,” the cemetery officials’ statement said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Arlington National Cemetery reinforced and widely shared this law and its prohibitions with all participants. We can confirm there was an incident, and a report was filed," it added.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>'Private photographer was permitted on the premises'</strong></h2>

<p>On the contrary, Trump's spokesperson Steven Cheung said the Republican presidential candidate's team was permitted to have a photographer. He further contested the allegation that a campaign staffer pushed a cemetery official.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“The fact is that a private photographer was permitted on the premises and for whatever reason, an unnamed individual, clearly suffering from a mental health episode, decided to physically block members of President Trump’s team during a very solemn ceremony,” he said.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Former US President Donald Trump hints at reconsidering debate</strong></p>

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<p>Additionally, a key Trump campaign advisor, Chris LaCivita, said that the&nbsp;campaign posted a message signed by relatives of two of the service members killed in the bombing saying, “the president and his team conducted themselves with nothing but the utmost respect and dignity for all of our service members, especially our beloved children."</p>

<p>In a statement, he said, “For a despicable individual to physically prevent President Trump’s team from accompanying him to this solemn event is a disgrace and does not deserve to represent the hollowed grounds of Arlington National Cemetery. Whoever this individual is, spreading these lies is dishonouring the men and women of our armed forces.”</p>

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Former United States President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump's campaign was warned not to take photographs at Arlington National Cemetery before the altercation, during a wreath-laying ceremony, reported the Associated Press (AP) citing a defence official, on Thursday (Aug 29).

Former United States President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump's campaign was warned not to take photographs at Arlington National Cemetery before the altercation, during a wreath-laying ceremony, reported the Associated Press (AP) citing a defence official, on Thursday (Aug 29). Trump was invited to Arlington, a resting place for over 400,000 service members, veterans and their families, by some of the families of the 13 service members who lost their lives in the Kabul airport bombing three years ago. The Republican presidential candidate has been facing severe criticism after he was seen giving a thumbs up and smiling pose in a photo at America's most sacred cemetery. Netizens have been reacting to the image since then. An anti-Trump group, The Lincoln Project, posted, "Trump today with thumbs up at the grave of a soldier. Disgraceful." Trump today with thumbs up at the grave of a soldier. Disgraceful. pic.twitter.com/scwq6bVhFF — The Lincoln Project (@ProjectLincoln) August 26, 2024 × Also read: ‘They made it difficult...,’ Trump blames Biden, Harris for July assassination attempt This comes a day after NPR reported, citing a relevant source, that two Trump campaign staff members "verbally abused and pushed" aside a cemetery official who tried to stop them from filming and photographing in Section 60, where the military personnel who were killed during the war of Afghanistan and Iraq, were buried. The defence official, on a condition of anonymity, discussed the matter and said that the Trump campaign was initially warned about not taking photographs in Section 60 before their arrival and the altercation. Cemetery officials respond However, cemetery officials responded to the inquiry and shared a statement, stating, that “an incident” had occurred and a report had been filed, but it did not address details of what had happened. Moreover, they declined to share the report. “Federal law prohibits political campaign or election-related activities within Army National Military Cemeteries, to include photographers, content creators or any other persons attending for purposes, or in direct support of a partisan political candidate’s campaign,” the cemetery officials’ statement said. “Arlington National Cemetery reinforced and widely shared this law and its prohibitions with all participants. We can confirm there was an incident, and a report was filed," it added. 'Private photographer was permitted on the premises' On the contrary, Trump's spokesperson Steven Cheung said the Republican presidential candidate's team was permitted to have a photographer. He further contested the allegation that a campaign staffer pushed a cemetery official. “The fact is that a private photographer was permitted on the premises and for whatever reason, an unnamed individual, clearly suffering from a mental health episode, decided to physically block members of President Trump’s team during a very solemn ceremony,” he said. Watch | Former US President Donald Trump hints at reconsidering debate × Additionally, a key Trump campaign advisor, Chris LaCivita, said that the campaign posted a message signed by relatives of two of the service members killed in the bombing saying, “the president and his team conducted themselves with nothing but the utmost respect and dignity for all of our service members, especially our beloved children." In a statement, he said, “For a despicable individual to physically prevent President Trump’s team from accompanying him to this solemn event is a disgrace and does not deserve to represent the hollowed grounds of Arlington National Cemetery. Whoever this individual is, spreading these lies is dishonouring the men and women of our armed forces.” (With inputs from agencies)

Trump campaign was warned not to take 'disgraceful' photo at Arlington cemetery

<p>US President Joe Biden is looking forward to talks with Xi Jinping in the "coming weeks", top White House aide Jake Sullivan told the Chinese leader on Thursday as they met for rare talks in Beijing.</p>

<p>Sullivan, the first US National Security Adviser to visit China since 2016, met Xi as he wrapped up three days of talks in Beijing, which also saw him sit down with Foreign Minister Wang Yi and other high-ranking officials.</p>

<p>His visit came as China was embroiled in security rows with US allies Japan and the Philippines.</p>

<p>At a meeting with Xi in Beijing's ornate Great Hall of the People, he said President Biden "looks forward to engaging with you again in the coming weeks".</p>

<p>"President Biden is committed to responsibly managing this consequential relationship to ensure that competition does not veer into conflict or confrontation, and to work together where our interests align," he said.</p>

<p>Chinese state media said Xi told Sullivan that in spite of "great changes", China and the US could still enjoy good ties.</p>

<p>"China's commitment to the goal of stable, healthy, and sustainable development of China-US relations hasn't changed," Xi said.</p>

<p>"We hope that the US will work with China to meet each other halfway," he added, according to CCTV.</p>

<p>On Wednesday, Sullivan and top diplomat Wang discussed plans for their leaders to talk in the coming weeks.</p>

<p>They also clashed over China's increasingly assertive approach in disputed maritime regions.</p>

<h2><strong>Taiwan 'red line'&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>On Thursday morning, Sullivan met with senior Chinese army official Zhang Youxia at the Beijing headquarters of the Central Military Commission, where the two discussed Taiwan and other flashpoint issues.</p>

<p>"It's rare that we have the opportunity to have this kind of exchange," Sullivan told Zhang in opening remarks.</p>

<p>The officials agreed to hold a call between the two sides' theatre commanders "in the near future", a readout from the White House said.</p>

<p>Sullivan also raised the importance of "freedom of navigation" in the South China Sea, where China and the Philippines have clashed in recent months, and "stability" in the Taiwan Strait, Washington said.</p>

<p>Zhang, in turn, warned that the status of the self-ruled island was "the first red line that cannot be crossed in China-US relations".</p>

<p>"China has always been committed to maintaining peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait," he said, according to a readout by Beijing's defence ministry.</p>

<p>"But 'Taiwan independence' and peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait are incompatible," he said.</p>

<p>"China demands that the US halts military collusion with Taiwan, ceases arming Taiwan, and stops spreading false narratives related to Taiwan," Zhang added.</p>

<p>He also asked Washington to "work with China to promote communication and exchanges between the two militaries and jointly shoulder the responsibilities of major powers".</p>

<h2><strong>'Avoid miscalculation'&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>China has kept up its sabre-rattling since the inauguration this year of President Lai Ching-te, whose party emphasises Taiwan's separate identity.</p>

<p>Thursday's talks also saw Sullivan express "concerns about (Chinese) support for Russia's defence industrial base", the readout added -- echoing longstanding US claims that Beijing has rejected.</p>

<p>He also raised "the need to avoid miscalculation and escalation in cyberspace, and ongoing efforts to reach a ceasefire and hostage deal in Gaza", the White House said.</p>

<p>Sullivan's visit comes months ahead of US elections in November.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Democratic presidential nominee, Vice President Kamala Harris, would be expected, if she wins, to continue Biden's approach of seeking dialogue with China while also maintaining pressure.</p>

<p>Her Republican rival Donald Trump has vowed, at least rhetorically, to take a harder line, with some of his aides seeing a far-reaching global showdown with China.</p>

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US President Joe Biden is looking forward to talks with Xi Jinping in the "coming weeks", top White House aide Jake Sullivan told the Chinese leader on Thursday as they met for rare talks in Beijing.

US President Joe Biden is looking forward to talks with Xi Jinping in the "coming weeks", top White House aide Jake Sullivan told the Chinese leader on Thursday as they met for rare talks in Beijing. Sullivan, the first US National Security Adviser to visit China since 2016, met Xi as he wrapped up three days of talks in Beijing, which also saw him sit down with Foreign Minister Wang Yi and other high-ranking officials. His visit came as China was embroiled in security rows with US allies Japan and the Philippines. At a meeting with Xi in Beijing's ornate Great Hall of the People, he said President Biden "looks forward to engaging with you again in the coming weeks". "President Biden is committed to responsibly managing this consequential relationship to ensure that competition does not veer into conflict or confrontation, and to work together where our interests align," he said. Chinese state media said Xi told Sullivan that in spite of "great changes", China and the US could still enjoy good ties. "China's commitment to the goal of stable, healthy, and sustainable development of China-US relations hasn't changed," Xi said. "We hope that the US will work with China to meet each other halfway," he added, according to CCTV. On Wednesday, Sullivan and top diplomat Wang discussed plans for their leaders to talk in the coming weeks. They also clashed over China's increasingly assertive approach in disputed maritime regions. Taiwan 'red line' On Thursday morning, Sullivan met with senior Chinese army official Zhang Youxia at the Beijing headquarters of the Central Military Commission, where the two discussed Taiwan and other flashpoint issues. "It's rare that we have the opportunity to have this kind of exchange," Sullivan told Zhang in opening remarks. The officials agreed to hold a call between the two sides' theatre commanders "in the near future", a readout from the White House said. Sullivan also raised the importance of "freedom of navigation" in the South China Sea, where China and the Philippines have clashed in recent months, and "stability" in the Taiwan Strait, Washington said. Zhang, in turn, warned that the status of the self-ruled island was "the first red line that cannot be crossed in China-US relations". "China has always been committed to maintaining peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait," he said, according to a readout by Beijing's defence ministry. "But 'Taiwan independence' and peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait are incompatible," he said. "China demands that the US halts military collusion with Taiwan, ceases arming Taiwan, and stops spreading false narratives related to Taiwan," Zhang added. He also asked Washington to "work with China to promote communication and exchanges between the two militaries and jointly shoulder the responsibilities of major powers". 'Avoid miscalculation' China has kept up its sabre-rattling since the inauguration this year of President Lai Ching-te, whose party emphasises Taiwan's separate identity. Thursday's talks also saw Sullivan express "concerns about (Chinese) support for Russia's defence industrial base", the readout added -- echoing longstanding US claims that Beijing has rejected. He also raised "the need to avoid miscalculation and escalation in cyberspace, and ongoing efforts to reach a ceasefire and hostage deal in Gaza", the White House said. Sullivan's visit comes months ahead of US elections in November. The Democratic presidential nominee, Vice President Kamala Harris, would be expected, if she wins, to continue Biden's approach of seeking dialogue with China while also maintaining pressure. Her Republican rival Donald Trump has vowed, at least rhetorically, to take a harder line, with some of his aides seeing a far-reaching global showdown with China. 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.

US President Biden 'looks forward' to hold talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in 'coming weeks'

<p>Chinese leader Xi Jinping told White House aide Jake Sullivan on Thursday (August 29) that Beijing is committed to good ties with the United States, despite several "great changes" in the recent past.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sullivan is the first US National Security Adviser to visit China since 2016. Sullivan met Xi as he wrapped up three days of talks in Beijing, which also saw him meet Chinese top diplomat Wang Yi and other high-ranking officials.</p>

<p>Sullivan's visit comes as China is entangled in security rows with US allies Japan and the Philippines.</p>

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<p>Chinese state broadcaster CCTV said Xi told Sullivan that in spite of "great changes", China and the US could still enjoy good ties.</p>

<p>"China's commitment to the goal of stable, healthy, and sustainable development of China-US relations hasn't changed," Xi said.</p>

<p>"We hope that the US will work with China to meet each other halfway," he added, according to CCTV.</p>

<p>Earlier in the day, Sullivan met with senior Chinese army chief Zhang Youxia at the Beijing headquarters of the Central Military Commission. They are reported to have discussed Taiwan and other flashpoint issues.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Top US Jake Sullivan wraps up China visit, vows commitment to defending Asian allies</strong></p>

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<p>"It's rare that we have the opportunity to have this kind of exchange," Sullivan told Zhang in opening remarks.</p>

<p>The two officials agreed to hold a call between the two sides' theatre commanders "in the near future", a readout from the White House said.</p>

<p>Zhang, in turn, warned that the status of the self-ruled island was "the first red line that cannot be crossed in China-US relations".</p>

<p>"China has always been committed to maintaining peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait," he said, according to a readout by Beijing's defence ministry.</p>

<p>"But 'Taiwan independence' and peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait are incompatible," he said.</p>

<p>"China demands that the US halts military collusion with Taiwan, ceases arming Taiwan, and stops spreading false narratives related to Taiwan," Zhang added.</p>

<p>He also asked Washington to "work with China to promote communication and exchanges between the two militaries and jointly shoulder the responsibilities of major powers".&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Chinese leader Xi Jinping told White House aide Jake Sullivan on Thursday (August 29) that Beijing is committed to good ties with the United States, despite several "great changes" in the recent past.

Chinese leader Xi Jinping told White House aide Jake Sullivan on Thursday (August 29) that Beijing is committed to good ties with the United States, despite several "great changes" in the recent past. Sullivan is the first US National Security Adviser to visit China since 2016. Sullivan met Xi as he wrapped up three days of talks in Beijing, which also saw him meet Chinese top diplomat Wang Yi and other high-ranking officials. Sullivan's visit comes as China is entangled in security rows with US allies Japan and the Philippines. Also read | How China’s ‘smokescreen’ tricks the world against reforms at UN Security Council Chinese state broadcaster CCTV said Xi told Sullivan that in spite of "great changes", China and the US could still enjoy good ties. "China's commitment to the goal of stable, healthy, and sustainable development of China-US relations hasn't changed," Xi said. "We hope that the US will work with China to meet each other halfway," he added, according to CCTV. Earlier in the day, Sullivan met with senior Chinese army chief Zhang Youxia at the Beijing headquarters of the Central Military Commission. They are reported to have discussed Taiwan and other flashpoint issues. Also watch | Top US Jake Sullivan wraps up China visit, vows commitment to defending Asian allies × "It's rare that we have the opportunity to have this kind of exchange," Sullivan told Zhang in opening remarks. The two officials agreed to hold a call between the two sides' theatre commanders "in the near future", a readout from the White House said. Zhang, in turn, warned that the status of the self-ruled island was "the first red line that cannot be crossed in China-US relations". "China has always been committed to maintaining peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait," he said, according to a readout by Beijing's defence ministry. "But 'Taiwan independence' and peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait are incompatible," he said. "China demands that the US halts military collusion with Taiwan, ceases arming Taiwan, and stops spreading false narratives related to Taiwan," Zhang added. He also asked Washington to "work with China to promote communication and exchanges between the two militaries and jointly shoulder the responsibilities of major powers". (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>China's&nbsp;most senior uniformed military official,&nbsp;Zhang Youxia, on Thursday (Aug 29), warned the US National Security Adviser (NSA) Jake Sullivan that the White House must stop "military collusion"&nbsp;with Taiwan and stop spreading 'false narratives'.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Zhang is the&nbsp;vice-chair of the powerful Central Military Commission and is the most senior military official to meet a US official from the Biden administration. Sullivan on Thursday concluded a three-day&nbsp;trip to China, which was the first by a White House NSA in eight years.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"China demands that the US halts military collusion with Taiwan, ceases arming Taiwan, and stops spreading false narratives related to Taiwan," the readout from the Chinese side stated.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Zhang warned that the&nbsp;status of the island nation was "the first red line that cannot be crossed in China-US relations".</p>

<p>"China has always been committed to maintaining peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"But 'Taiwan independence' and peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait are incompatible."</p>

<p>While Beijing delivered a clear response, the US stressed the importance of stability in the tense Strait.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Mr&nbsp;Sullivan underscored the importance of maintaining peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait," stated the readout by the White House.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sullivan also raised the importance of "freedom of navigation" in the South China Sea, where Beijing and Manila have clashed in recent months.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Hellscape strategy</strong></h2>

<p>Zhang's statement also comes in the backdrop of the US military releasing its "Hellscape' strategy in June under which the PLA troops will be stopped from setting foot on Taiwanese land by a swarm of drones.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“I want to turn the Taiwan Strait into an unmanned hellscape,” Admiral Samuel Paparo, head of US Indo-Pacific Command, told <em>The Washington Post </em>in an interview published on June 10.</p>

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<p>China claims self-ruled democratic Taiwan as a part of its territory. Under President Xi Jinping's leadership, Beijing has not renounced the use of force to bring the island under control.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Apart from meeting Zhang, Sullivan also held a meeting with Foreign Minister Wang Yi and&nbsp;discussed plans for their leaders to talk in the coming weeks.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chinese state media reported that Wang issued his own warning to Washington. The diplomat said the US must not use its bilateral treaties to "undermine China's sovereignty".&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


China's most senior uniformed military official, Zhang Youxia, on Thursday (Aug 29), warned the US National Security Adviser (NSA) Jake Sullivan that the White House must stop "military collusion" with Taiwan and stop spreading 'false narratives'.

China's most senior uniformed military official, Zhang Youxia, on Thursday (Aug 29), warned the US National Security Adviser (NSA) Jake Sullivan that the White House must stop "military collusion" with Taiwan and stop spreading 'false narratives'. Zhang is the vice-chair of the powerful Central Military Commission and is the most senior military official to meet a US official from the Biden administration. Sullivan on Thursday concluded a three-day trip to China, which was the first by a White House NSA in eight years. "China demands that the US halts military collusion with Taiwan, ceases arming Taiwan, and stops spreading false narratives related to Taiwan," the readout from the Chinese side stated. Zhang warned that the status of the island nation was "the first red line that cannot be crossed in China-US relations". "China has always been committed to maintaining peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait," he said. "But 'Taiwan independence' and peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait are incompatible." While Beijing delivered a clear response, the US stressed the importance of stability in the tense Strait. "Mr Sullivan underscored the importance of maintaining peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait," stated the readout by the White House. Sullivan also raised the importance of "freedom of navigation" in the South China Sea, where Beijing and Manila have clashed in recent months. Also watch | US-China war over Taiwan? Xi Jinping demands 'modern system for military governance' | Details Hellscape strategy Zhang's statement also comes in the backdrop of the US military releasing its "Hellscape' strategy in June under which the PLA troops will be stopped from setting foot on Taiwanese land by a swarm of drones. “I want to turn the Taiwan Strait into an unmanned hellscape,” Admiral Samuel Paparo, head of US Indo-Pacific Command, told The Washington Post in an interview published on June 10. Also read | China plans to use drones to blockade Taiwan after US unveils 'Hellscape' strategy China claims self-ruled democratic Taiwan as a part of its territory. Under President Xi Jinping's leadership, Beijing has not renounced the use of force to bring the island under control. Apart from meeting Zhang, Sullivan also held a meeting with Foreign Minister Wang Yi and discussed plans for their leaders to talk in the coming weeks. Chinese state media reported that Wang issued his own warning to Washington. The diplomat said the US must not use its bilateral treaties to "undermine China's sovereignty". (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>The son of a famous Spanish actor was sentenced to life imprisonment on Thursday (Aug 29) in Thailand for killing and dismembering a man on the southern Thai island of Koh Phangan last year.</p>

<p>Daniel Sancho Bronchalo is the son of renowned TV star Rodolfo Sancho Aguirre. He claimed that he&nbsp;killed the Colombian plastic surgeon Edwin Arrieta in self-defence as he was trying to molest him. Sancho pleaded guilty to murder in August 2023.</p>

<p>A court on the nearby island of Koh Samui, where the case was heard, initially issued a death sentence for Sancho, but this was changed to life imprisonment after taking into account his cooperation during the trial.</p>

<p>Apart from the life sentence, Sancho is also ordered to pay 4 million baht ($118,000) in damages to Arrieta’s family.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The victim’s lawyer, Bussakorn Kaewleeled, said the family is satisfied with the outcome of this case.</p>

<p>"The plaintiff is satisfied with the sentence because he (Sancho) will be put in prison for life and they (the plaintiff) receive some financial compensation," Bussakorn told reporters outside the court on the island of Koh Samui, AFP news agency reported.</p>

<p>Police discovered parts of Arrieta’s body at a landfill in Koh Phangan in early August last year. Around the same time, Sancho reported to the police that Arrieta, then 44, was missing. He admitted to killing Arrieta upon further questioning.</p>

<p>Thai media reported last year that investigations had shown that Sancho had bought, among other things, a knife, rubber gloves and a bottle of cleaning agent - leading police to conclude the murder was premeditated.</p>

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<p>Sancho later led police to seven sites around the island, where he disposed of Arrieta's dismembered body in plastic bags.</p>

<p>As per one of Sancho’s interviews with the Spanish media, he was held “hostage” by Arrieta as the surgeon was obsessed with him. The defence also argued that Sancho acted in self-defence after Arrieta tried to force him to have sex.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a statement published by Spanish newspaper El Mundo, Sancho said the plastic surgeon “tried to rape [him].”</p>

<p>Sancho and Arrieta had agreed to meet after getting to know each other online, as per reports.</p>

<p>Sancho is a chef by profession and also runs a YouTube channel. He hails from a family of influential actors. His mother is actress Silvia Bronchalo, while his grandfather is the late actor Félix Ángel Sancho Gracia.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The son of a famous Spanish actor was sentenced to life imprisonment on Thursday (Aug 29) in Thailand for killing and dismembering a man on the southern Thai island of Koh Phangan last year.

The son of a famous Spanish actor was sentenced to life imprisonment on Thursday (Aug 29) in Thailand for killing and dismembering a man on the southern Thai island of Koh Phangan last year. Daniel Sancho Bronchalo is the son of renowned TV star Rodolfo Sancho Aguirre. He claimed that he killed the Colombian plastic surgeon Edwin Arrieta in self-defence as he was trying to molest him. Sancho pleaded guilty to murder in August 2023. A court on the nearby island of Koh Samui, where the case was heard, initially issued a death sentence for Sancho, but this was changed to life imprisonment after taking into account his cooperation during the trial. Apart from the life sentence, Sancho is also ordered to pay 4 million baht ($118,000) in damages to Arrieta’s family. Also Read | TRIGGER WARNING: Who is Canadian serial killer Jeremy Skibicki, sentenced for murdering 4 indigenous women? The victim’s lawyer, Bussakorn Kaewleeled, said the family is satisfied with the outcome of this case. "The plaintiff is satisfied with the sentence because he (Sancho) will be put in prison for life and they (the plaintiff) receive some financial compensation," Bussakorn told reporters outside the court on the island of Koh Samui, AFP news agency reported. Police discovered parts of Arrieta’s body at a landfill in Koh Phangan in early August last year. Around the same time, Sancho reported to the police that Arrieta, then 44, was missing. He admitted to killing Arrieta upon further questioning. Thai media reported last year that investigations had shown that Sancho had bought, among other things, a knife, rubber gloves and a bottle of cleaning agent - leading police to conclude the murder was premeditated. Also Read | Hong Kong news outlet Stand News and editors convicted of sedition Sancho later led police to seven sites around the island, where he disposed of Arrieta's dismembered body in plastic bags. As per one of Sancho’s interviews with the Spanish media, he was held “hostage” by Arrieta as the surgeon was obsessed with him. The defence also argued that Sancho acted in self-defence after Arrieta tried to force him to have sex. In a statement published by Spanish newspaper El Mundo, Sancho said the plastic surgeon “tried to rape [him].” Sancho and Arrieta had agreed to meet after getting to know each other online, as per reports. Sancho is a chef by profession and also runs a YouTube channel. He hails from a family of influential actors. His mother is actress Silvia Bronchalo, while his grandfather is the late actor Félix Ángel Sancho Gracia. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>As the United States continue to aid and support Ukraine in its war against Russia, Ukrainian officials will present US President Joe Biden's administration with a list of targets in Russia, in meetings this week, with an aim to press America for lifting restrictions on the use of their weapons against Moscow, a Ukrainian lawmaker told CNN.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Andriy Yermak, the head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, and Defense Minister Rustem Umerov will be travelling to the US on Friday to hold meetings with US officials.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The officials will "try to concretely convince the White House to lift restrictions on long-range weapons strikes on Russian territory,” the lawmaker said. “They will provide a list of priority targets, without which it will be difficult to change the course of the war in Ukraine’s favour.”</p>

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<p>Defense Minister Rustem Umerov will be meeting Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin on Friday,&nbsp;CNN cited US officials as saying. However, it is still unclear who Yermak will meet.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Notably, Politico, an American political digital newspaper reported that there will be a list.</p>

<p>The use of American weapons, which can certainly avoid enemy radar and hit precise targets up to 190 miles away, can only be used after permission from Washington. &nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>US weapons would end war sooner&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Earlier on Wednesday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenksy called the US to allow Ukraine to carry out strikes deeper inside Russia and "lifting the restrictions on long-range strikes for Ukraine now", adding that using US weapons would end the war sooner “for Ukraine and the world as a whole."</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Russia-Ukraine War: Russia tightens its grip on the battlefield</strong></p>

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<p>This comes after Ukraine launched a surprise offensive in Russia's Kursk region earlier this month. Notably, American weapons were used in Ukraine's Kursk offensive, including British Challenger 2 tanks and US-made Himars.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, it could raise fears that allowing Ukraine to use long-range missiles could trigger a row between the US and Russia.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


As the United States continue to aid and support Ukraine in its war against Russia, Ukrainian officials will present US President Joe Biden's administration with a list of targets in Russia, in meetings this week, with an aim to press America for lifting restrictions on the use of their weapons against Moscow, a Ukrainian lawmaker told CNN.

As the United States continue to aid and support Ukraine in its war against Russia, Ukrainian officials will present US President Joe Biden's administration with a list of targets in Russia, in meetings this week, with an aim to press America for lifting restrictions on the use of their weapons against Moscow, a Ukrainian lawmaker told CNN. Andriy Yermak, the head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, and Defense Minister Rustem Umerov will be travelling to the US on Friday to hold meetings with US officials. The officials will "try to concretely convince the White House to lift restrictions on long-range weapons strikes on Russian territory,” the lawmaker said. “They will provide a list of priority targets, without which it will be difficult to change the course of the war in Ukraine’s favour.” Also read: Zelensky claims Russian incursion is part of victory plan Defense Minister Rustem Umerov will be meeting Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin on Friday, CNN cited US officials as saying. However, it is still unclear who Yermak will meet. Notably, Politico, an American political digital newspaper reported that there will be a list. The use of American weapons, which can certainly avoid enemy radar and hit precise targets up to 190 miles away, can only be used after permission from Washington. US weapons would end war sooner Earlier on Wednesday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenksy called the US to allow Ukraine to carry out strikes deeper inside Russia and "lifting the restrictions on long-range strikes for Ukraine now", adding that using US weapons would end the war sooner “for Ukraine and the world as a whole." Watch | Russia-Ukraine War: Russia tightens its grip on the battlefield × This comes after Ukraine launched a surprise offensive in Russia's Kursk region earlier this month. Notably, American weapons were used in Ukraine's Kursk offensive, including British Challenger 2 tanks and US-made Himars. However, it could raise fears that allowing Ukraine to use long-range missiles could trigger a row between the US and Russia. (With inputs from agencies)

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