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Japan has been shaken by yet another strong earthquake, a 5.9 magnitude tremor recorded on Wednesday (December 10), its third in as many days. On Japan’s seismic scale, the quake measured 5.9. Authorities confirmed that no tsunami alert was issued. The latest quake was felt most strongly across eastern Aomori and parts of Hokkaido, striking at a depth of roughly 30 kilometers. This follows a powerful 7.6-magnitude earthquake on Monday and a 6.7-magnitude jolt reported in Honcho on Tuesday. Monday’s major quake has already left at least 51 people injured, and officials warn that more significant seismic activity could still occur. News agency AFP reported that injury numbers are expected to rise as assessments continue.&nbsp;Buildings rattled, roads split open, windows shattered, and small tsunami waves, reaching about 70 centimeters (28 inches), followed in the wake of the quake. On Tuesday (December 9), the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) issued an unusual “megaquake advisory,” warning that the powerful earthquake that struck the day before has heightened the probability of another massive event, potentially magnitude 8 or higher, within the next week, according to the Associated Press.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-best-offer-ever-despite-challenges-india-puts-forward-strongest-trade-terms-yet-says-us-trade-representative-jamieson-greer-1765376422601">'Best offer ever': Despite challenges, India puts forward strongest trade terms yet, says US trade representative Jamieson Greer</a>&nbsp;The agency said the recent tremor has raised the odds of a major seismic event in the region beyond what is typical. Residents living near the coast were urged to remain vigilant, have emergency supplies on hand, and be prepared to evacuate without delay. The JMA cautioned that any future large quake could generate a significant tsunami or cause intense shaking.&nbsp;According to the agency, Monday’s earthquake increased seismic strain along the Hokkaido–Sanriku coastline, where the Pacific Plate plunges beneath Japan. This subduction zone, home to the Japan Trench and Chishima Trench—has produced many of the country's most powerful earthquakes. The JMA also noted similarities to 2011, when a magnitude 7.3 quake struck two days before the catastrophic magnitude 9.0 event, a pattern that appears to be repeating this week.<h2>Earthquakes do's and don'ts</h2><ul><li>Repair deep plaster cracks in ceilings and foundations. Get expert advice if there are signs of structural defects.</li><li>Anchor overhead lighting fixtures to the ceiling.</li><li>Follow the BIS codes relevant to your area for building standards</li><li>Fasten shelves securely to walls.</li><li>Place large or heavy objects on lower shelves.</li><li>Do not move from where you are. However, move away from buildings, trees, streetlights, and utility wires.</li><li>DROP to the ground; take COVER by getting under a sturdy table or other piece of furniture; and HOLD ON until the shaking stops. If there is no a table or desk near you, cover your face and head with your arms and crouch in an inside corner of the building.</li><li>Protect yourself by staying under the lintel of an inner door, in the corner of a room, under a table, or even under a bed.</li><li>Stay away from glass, windows, outside doors and walls, and anything that could fall, (such as lighting fixtures or furniture).</li></ul>

Japan hit by earthquake of magnitude of 5.9 after strong tremors for third straight day

Japan has been shaken by yet another strong earthquake, a 5.9 magnitude tremor recorded on Wednesday (December 10), its third in as many days. On Japan’s seismic scale, the quake measured 5.9. Authorities confirmed that no tsunami alert was issued. The latest quake was felt most strongly across eastern Aomori and parts of Hokkaido, striking at a depth of roughly 30 kilometers. This follows a powerful 7.6-magnitude earthquake on Monday and a 6.7-magnitude jolt reported in Honcho on Tuesday. Monday’s major quake has already left at least 51 people injured, and officials warn that more significant seismic activity could still occur. News agency AFP reported that injury numbers are expected to rise as assessments continue. Buildings rattled, roads split open, windows shattered, and small tsunami waves, reaching about 70 centimeters (28 inches), followed in the wake of the quake. On Tuesday (December 9), the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) issued an unusual “megaquake advisory,” warning that the powerful earthquake that struck the day before has heightened the probability of another massive event, potentially magnitude 8 or higher, within the next week, according to the Associated Press. Also Read: 'Best offer ever': Despite challenges, India puts forward strongest trade terms yet, says US trade representative Jamieson Greer The agency said the recent tremor has raised the odds of a major seismic event in the region beyond what is typical. Residents living near the coast were urged to remain vigilant, have emergency supplies on hand, and be prepared to evacuate without delay. The JMA cautioned that any future large quake could generate a significant tsunami or cause intense shaking. According to the agency, Monday’s earthquake increased seismic strain along the Hokkaido–Sanriku coastline, where the Pacific Plate plunges beneath Japan. This subduction zone, home to the Japan Trench and Chishima Trench—has produced many of the country's most powerful earthquakes. The JMA also noted similarities to 2011, when a magnitude 7.3 quake struck two days before the catastrophic magnitude 9.0 event, a pattern that appears to be repeating this week. Earthquakes do's and don'ts Repair deep plaster cracks in ceilings and foundations. Get expert advice if there are signs of structural defects. Anchor overhead lighting fixtures to the ceiling. Follow the BIS codes relevant to your area for building standards Fasten shelves securely to walls. Place large or heavy objects on lower shelves. Do not move from where you are. However, move away from buildings, trees, streetlights, and utility wires. DROP to the ground; take COVER by getting under a sturdy table or other piece of furniture; and HOLD ON until the shaking stops. If there is no a table or desk near you, cover your face and head with your arms and crouch in an inside corner of the building. Protect yourself by staying under the lintel of an inner door, in the corner of a room, under a table, or even under a bed. Stay away from glass, windows, outside doors and walls, and anything that could fall, (such as lighting fixtures or furniture).

Japan faces its third quake in three days as a 5.9 tremor hits Aomori and Hokkaido. No tsunami warning has been issued; injuries from earlier quakes continue to rise

Japan hit by earthquake of magnitude of 5.9 after strong tremors

US trade representative Jamieson Greer said on Wednesday (December 10) that India continues to be a challenging partner in trade talks, even as Washington receives some of the most promising offers New Delhi has ever presented. His comments came during a discussion on expanding US export destinations, especially in the agricultural sector.&nbsp;Greer noted that a US team is currently in New Delhi negotiating key market-access issues. “Our negotiators are on the ground right now. India still shows reluctance regarding certain row crops, meats, and other agricultural items,” he was quoted as saying, describing the Indian market as historically difficult to penetrate.&nbsp;Despite these obstacles, Greer acknowledged a shift in India’s approach. “They’ve been surprisingly proactive. The proposals we’re hearing are stronger than anything we’ve previously seen,” he said, calling India an increasingly attractive market as the US looks to broaden its export portfolio. He also highlighted that several countries, such as Cambodia, have already eased barriers for US goods, and rising global demand for biofuels, including soybean-based products, is opening new avenues for exporters. Greer stressed that Washington aims to diversify by engaging with “every country and every opportunity.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/parliament-alarm-sparks-urgent-nationwide-push-for-cervical-cancer-prevention-ck-birla-hospitals-sets-5-000-hpv-vaccinations-goal-1765368656485">Parliament alarm sparks urgent nationwide push for cervical cancer prevention; CK Birla Hospitals sets 5,000 HPV vaccinations goal</a>&nbsp;At the same time, he underscored the continued importance of trade with China, saying, “There’s mutual need, they rely on our products, and we want continued access to their market.” Meanwhile, US Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Allison Hooker met Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri to advance the strategic and economic agenda outlined by President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi during their February meeting. Hooker, on a five-day visit to India, said the discussion focused on turning that shared vision into “practical steps that strengthen U.S. security, economic competitiveness, and support India’s long-term priorities.”

US officials say India remains difficult in trade talks but is offering its strongest proposals yet, as both sides push forward on a potential bilateral trade deal

US trade representative Jamieson Greer said on Wednesday (December 10) that India continues to be a challenging partner in trade talks, even as Washington receives some of the most promising offers New Delhi has ever presented. His comments came during a discussion on expanding US export destinations, especially in the agricultural sector. Greer noted that a US team is currently in New Delhi negotiating key market-access issues. “Our negotiators are on the ground right now. India still shows reluctance regarding certain row crops, meats, and other agricultural items,” he was quoted as saying, describing the Indian market as historically difficult to penetrate. Despite these obstacles, Greer acknowledged a shift in India’s approach. “They’ve been surprisingly proactive. The proposals we’re hearing are stronger than anything we’ve previously seen,” he said, calling India an increasingly attractive market as the US looks to broaden its export portfolio. He also highlighted that several countries, such as Cambodia, have already eased barriers for US goods, and rising global demand for biofuels, including soybean-based products, is opening new avenues for exporters. Greer stressed that Washington aims to diversify by engaging with “every country and every opportunity.” Also Read: Parliament alarm sparks urgent nationwide push for cervical cancer prevention; CK Birla Hospitals sets 5,000 HPV vaccinations goal At the same time, he underscored the continued importance of trade with China, saying, “There’s mutual need, they rely on our products, and we want continued access to their market.” Meanwhile, US Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Allison Hooker met Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri to advance the strategic and economic agenda outlined by President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi during their February meeting. Hooker, on a five-day visit to India, said the discussion focused on turning that shared vision into “practical steps that strengthen U.S. security, economic competitiveness, and support India’s long-term priorities.”

US officials say India remains difficult in trade talks but is offering its strongest proposals yet, as both sides push forward on a potential bilateral trade deal

'Best offer ever': Despite challenges, India puts forward strongest trade terms yet, says US trade representative Jamieson Greer

In a poignant and hurried phone call, Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado informed Jorgen Watne Frydnes, Chair of the Norwegian Nobel Committee, that she would be unable to reach the Nobel ceremony in time, despite risking her life to get to Oslo. Machado, whose struggle for democracy in Venezuela earned global recognition, spoke with deep emotion as she described the extraordinary efforts made by ordinary Venezuelans to help her flee safely. “So many people risked their lives in order for me to arrive in Oslo,” she told Frydnes. “This recognition is for the Venezuelan people. I want you to know that.”&nbsp;Speaking moments before boarding a flight, Machado expressed both gratitude and regret. While hundreds of Venezuelans, along with her family and team, had already gathered in Oslo for the ceremony, she had no choice but to miss the official event due to the dangerous logistics of her escape. “I’m very sad and very sorry to tell you that I won’t be able to arrive in time for the ceremony,” she said. “But I am on my way to Oslo right now.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nobel-peace-prize-ceremony-maria-corina-machado-s-daughter-ana-corina-sosa-accepts-award-on-her-behalf-in-oslo-1765370711644">Nobel Peace Prize Ceremony: Maria Corina Machado's daughter, Ana Corina Sosa, accepts award on her behalf in Oslo</a><h2>Listen to the phone call between Maria Machado and Chair of the Norwegian Nobel Committee, Jorgen Watne Frydnes</h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">&quot;As soon as I arrive I will be able to embrace all my family and my children that I have not seen for two years and so many Venezuelan-Norwegians that I know share our struggle.&quot; Listen to 2025 peace laureate Maria Corina Machado&#39;s exclusive phone call that took place earlier… <a href="https://t.co/oOwsklo35k">pic.twitter.com/oOwsklo35k</a>&mdash; The Nobel Prize (@NobelPrize) <a href="https://twitter.com/NobelPrize/status/1998723553080787372?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 10, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Machado noted that this award belongs to all Venezuelans fighting for democracy. She highlighted the personal cost of her struggle, mentioning she has not seen her children for two years. "As soon as I arrive I will be able to embrace all my family and my children that I have not seen for two years and so many Venezuelan-Norwegians that I know share our struggle." &nbsp;Frydnes reassured her that her daughter, Ana-Corina, would represent the family at the ceremony and that Norway would welcome her warmly upon arrival.&nbsp;“We are so happy to hear your voice and that you’re safe,” Frydnes replied. “Safe travels. Norway looks forward to welcoming you.” Machado ended the call with a promise filled with emotion: “I’ll see you very soon.”

'As soon as I arrive I will be able to embrace all my family and my children': Nobel Peace prize winner Maria Corina Machado on reaching Oslo

In a poignant and hurried phone call, Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado informed Jorgen Watne Frydnes, Chair of the Norwegian Nobel Committee, that she would be unable to reach the Nobel ceremony in time, despite risking her life to get to Oslo. Machado, whose struggle for democracy in Venezuela earned global recognition, spoke with deep emotion as she described the extraordinary efforts made by ordinary Venezuelans to help her flee safely. “So many people risked their lives in order for me to arrive in Oslo,” she told Frydnes. “This recognition is for the Venezuelan people. I want you to know that.” Speaking moments before boarding a flight, Machado expressed both gratitude and regret. While hundreds of Venezuelans, along with her family and team, had already gathered in Oslo for the ceremony, she had no choice but to miss the official event due to the dangerous logistics of her escape. “I’m very sad and very sorry to tell you that I won’t be able to arrive in time for the ceremony,” she said. “But I am on my way to Oslo right now.” Also Read: Nobel Peace Prize Ceremony: Maria Corina Machado's daughter, Ana Corina Sosa, accepts award on her behalf in Oslo Listen to the phone call between Maria Machado and Chair of the Norwegian Nobel Committee, Jorgen Watne Frydnes

Maria Corina Machado tells Nobel Committee chair she can’t reach the ceremony in time after a risky escape, calling the prize a victory for all Venezuelans

A sperm donor in Denmark, via the European Sperm Bank, with an asymptomatic genetic mutation in the TP-53 gene, has fathered at least 197 children across Europe. The donor reportedly harboured the genetic mutation unknowingly, which significantly raises the cancer risk. Some children have already died, only a small fraction will survive and live through with the genetic mutation. According to a BBC report, the man donated sperm during his student life, and it was used for 17 years since 2005. 14 public service broadcasters, including the BBC, have made the revelation in a joint investigation.<h2>What are the risks for the children?</h2>The TP53 gene plays a crucial role in tumour suppression. The man had a mutation in TP-53, &nbsp;and the affected gene was present in 20 per cent of his sperm, which means the children which he had fathered will have the mutated gene throughout their bodies, a condition known as &nbsp;Li-Fraumeni syndrome. People with this condition have a 90 per cent increased risk of cancer before they turn 60. The European Society of Human Genetics found a subset of 67 children, among whom 23 children have the mutation, and 10 have already been diagnosed with cancer.&nbsp;<h2>A case of institutional failure</h2>The man was healthy, and he had passed all the screening checks. The sperm was used across 67 fertility clinics across 14 countries. Denmark's European Sperm Bank had expressed its "deepest sympathy" to the affected families and suggested that the sperm was used to make too many babies in some countries. The regulations on how many children can be fathered vary along country. In the UK, a single sample of sperm can be used across families, making the number of half-siblings huge, and making the tracking of this relatively meaningless.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

A Danish sperm donor carrying a dangerous TP53 gene with a mutation fathered nearly 200 children across Europe. The mutation increases cancer risk by 90 per cent.

A sperm donor in Denmark, via the European Sperm Bank, with an asymptomatic genetic mutation in the TP-53 gene, has fathered at least 197 children across Europe. The donor reportedly harboured the genetic mutation unknowingly, which significantly raises the cancer risk. Some children have already died, only a small fraction will survive and live through with the genetic mutation. According to a BBC report, the man donated sperm during his student life, and it was used for 17 years since 2005. 14 public service broadcasters, including the BBC, have made the revelation in a joint investigation. What are the risks for the children? The TP53 gene plays a crucial role in tumour suppression. The man had a mutation in TP-53, and the affected gene was present in 20 per cent of his sperm, which means the children which he had fathered will have the mutated gene throughout their bodies, a condition known as Li-Fraumeni syndrome. People with this condition have a 90 per cent increased risk of cancer before they turn 60. The European Society of Human Genetics found a subset of 67 children, among whom 23 children have the mutation, and 10 have already been diagnosed with cancer. A case of institutional failure The man was healthy, and he had passed all the screening checks. The sperm was used across 67 fertility clinics across 14 countries. Denmark's European Sperm Bank had expressed its "deepest sympathy" to the affected families and suggested that the sperm was used to make too many babies in some countries. The regulations on how many children can be fathered vary along country. In the UK, a single sample of sperm can be used across families, making the number of half-siblings huge, and making the tracking of this relatively meaningless.

A Danish sperm donor carrying a dangerous TP53 gene with a mutation fathered nearly 200 children across Europe. The mutation increases cancer risk by 90 per cent.

Sperm donor scandal: Cancer-risk gene passed by donor to 200 children in Europe

Maria Corina Machado's daughter, Ana Corina Sosa, accepted the Nobel Peace Prize award on her behalf in a ceremony held on Wednesday (December 10) in Oslo. Democracies must be willing to defend freedom in order to endure, Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize recipient Maria Corina Machado said on Wednesday. Her remarks were read by her daughter, Ana Corina Sosa Machado, as Machado was unable to attend the ceremony in Oslo.&nbsp;Machado said the award carried deep meaning not only for Venezuela but for people around the globe. “It is a reminder that peace is impossible without democracy,” her daughter read from the prepared remarks. She added that Venezuela’s long struggle had taught a crucial lesson: those who want to live in a democratic society must be ready to stand up for liberty. A large portrait of Machado smiling was placed inside Oslo City Hall to symbolise her presence.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-as-soon-as-i-arrive-i-will-be-able-to-embrace-all-my-family-and-my-children-nobel-peace-prize-winner-maria-corina-machado-on-reaching-oslo-1765371881454">'As soon as I arrive I will be able to embrace all my family and my children': Nobel Peace prize winner Maria Corina Machado on reaching Oslo</a>&nbsp;“Freedom is something we must win again each day, and only if we are willing to defend it,” the speech continued. “That is why Venezuela’s fight resonates far beyond its borders. When a nation chooses freedom, it not only frees itself, it strengthens humanity as a whole.” Machado was prohibited from competing in Venezuela’s 2024 presidential election despite a sweeping victory in the opposition primary. She went into hiding in August 2024 after authorities broadened their crackdown on opposition leaders following the disputed national vote.&nbsp;Although the electoral council and the Supreme Court proclaimed President Nicolas Maduro the victor, independent observers and opposition groups insist their candidate won. They have released detailed tallies from individual ballot boxes to support their claim.<h3>Warning about 'fragile' institutions</h3>In her comments, Machado said Venezuelans realised too late that their democratic system was deteriorating. “By the time we understood how weakened our institutions had become, the damage had already been done,” she said. She referenced former President Hugo Chavez, who came to power in 1999 after previously leading a failed military coup.&nbsp;&nbsp;“Many believed his charisma could take the place of the rule of law,” she said. “Since then, the regime has worked relentlessly to dismantle our democracy.” Maduro, who succeeded Chavez in 2013, maintains that US President Donald Trump has attempted to overthrow him in order to gain control of Venezuela’s vast oil resources. He argues that both Venezuelan citizens and the military would resist any such move.&nbsp;<h3>Tribute to US President Donald Trump</h3>After being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in October, Machado partly dedicated the honour to Trump, who has previously claimed he deserves the prize himself. Machado has aligned with hardline Trump associates who contend that Maduro’s government is tied to criminal networks that endanger US national security, a view not fully supported by US intelligence agencies.&nbsp;In recent months, the Trump administration authorised more than 20 military strikes against what it described as drug-trafficking vessels in the Caribbean and off the Pacific coast of Latin America. These operations have drawn sharp criticism from human rights organisations, Democratic lawmakers, and several Latin American governments, who argue the strikes amount to unlawful extrajudicial killings of civilians.

Nobel Peace Prize Ceremony: Maria Corina Machado's daughter, Ana Corina Sosa, accepts award on her behalf in Oslo

Maria Corina Machado's daughter, Ana Corina Sosa, accepted the Nobel Peace Prize award on her behalf in a ceremony held on Wednesday (December 10) in Oslo. Democracies must be willing to defend freedom in order to endure, Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize recipient Maria Corina Machado said on Wednesday. Her remarks were read by her daughter, Ana Corina Sosa Machado, as Machado was unable to attend the ceremony in Oslo. Machado said the award carried deep meaning not only for Venezuela but for people around the globe. “It is a reminder that peace is impossible without democracy,” her daughter read from the prepared remarks. She added that Venezuela’s long struggle had taught a crucial lesson: those who want to live in a democratic society must be ready to stand up for liberty. A large portrait of Machado smiling was placed inside Oslo City Hall to symbolise her presence. Also Read: 'As soon as I arrive I will be able to embrace all my family and my children': Nobel Peace prize winner Maria Corina Machado on reaching Oslo “Freedom is something we must win again each day, and only if we are willing to defend it,” the speech continued. “That is why Venezuela’s fight resonates far beyond its borders. When a nation chooses freedom, it not only frees itself, it strengthens humanity as a whole.” Machado was prohibited from competing in Venezuela’s 2024 presidential election despite a sweeping victory in the opposition primary. She went into hiding in August 2024 after authorities broadened their crackdown on opposition leaders following the disputed national vote. Although the electoral council and the Supreme Court proclaimed President Nicolas Maduro the victor, independent observers and opposition groups insist their candidate won. They have released detailed tallies from individual ballot boxes to support their claim. Warning about 'fragile' institutions In her comments, Machado said Venezuelans realised too late that their democratic system was deteriorating. “By the time we understood how weakened our institutions had become, the damage had already been done,” she said. She referenced former President Hugo Chavez, who came to power in 1999 after previously leading a failed military coup. “Many believed his charisma could take the place of the rule of law,” she said. “Since then, the regime has worked relentlessly to dismantle our democracy.” Maduro, who succeeded Chavez in 2013, maintains that US President Donald Trump has attempted to overthrow him in order to gain control of Venezuela’s vast oil resources. He argues that both Venezuelan citizens and the military would resist any such move. Tribute to US President Donald Trump After being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in October, Machado partly dedicated the honour to Trump, who has previously claimed he deserves the prize himself. Machado has aligned with hardline Trump associates who contend that Maduro’s government is tied to criminal networks that endanger US national security, a view not fully supported by US intelligence agencies. In recent months, the Trump administration authorised more than 20 military strikes against what it described as drug-trafficking vessels in the Caribbean and off the Pacific coast of Latin America. These operations have drawn sharp criticism from human rights organisations, Democratic lawmakers, and several Latin American governments, who argue the strikes amount to unlawful extrajudicial killings of civilians.

Maria Corina Machado's daughter, Ana Corina Sosa, accepted the Nobel Peace prize on her mother's behalf at a ceremony held in Oslo

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Hi <a href="https://twitter.com/FBIDirectorKash?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@FBIDirectorKash</a> You are an Indian. Do you know the Qataris make Indians like you slaves under Kafala? They build their buildings with Indian slave labor. Did you tell the Qataris to stop enslaving your people and funding terrorists? This is just so shameful. I can’t… <a href="https://t.co/j4BkwaRzuT">https://t.co/j4BkwaRzuT</a>&mdash; Laura Loomer (@LauraLoomer) <a href="https://twitter.com/LauraLoomer/status/1998406416881652185?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 9, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

FBI Director Kash Patel was in Doha to sign a memorandum of understanding with the aim of bolstering bilateral security in areas of training, information exchange, and capacity building, ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.&nbsp;Laura Loomer ripped into Kash Patel, alleging, it’s the American people who are going to pay the price for this shady wheeling and dealing with Qatari terrorists. She reportedly had been following Qatari involvement in the United States. “Patel’s trip to Qatar comes after I exposed his attendance last Wednesday at a Qatari-sponsored party at the Kennedy Centre. This is the latest example of an admin official uniting with the funders of HAMAS and the Muslim Brotherhood.”<h2>Who is Laura Loomer?</h2>Laura Loomer is another conservative activist like Charlie Kirk, who has built her career on hate-mongering, xenophobia and manufactured outrage. She campaigned to halt visas for the injured children of Gaza who needed medical attention. She was reportedly banned from many social media platforms like X, Meta and even some ride-sharing apps. Loomer unsuccessfully ran for the US House of Representatives from Florida twice. She operates a consulting firm called Loomered Strategies, which specialises in lobbying, opposition research, and executive-level vetting. She reportedly has access to the Pentagon under a press credential. She hosts a show called “Loomer Unleashed” on the streaming platform Rumble.

Conservative activist Laura Loomer targets FBI Director Kash Patel with racist comments over his Qatar visit, accusing him of aligning with “pro-Islamic terror.”

Conservative activist Laura Loomer has launched a scathing attack on the FBI Director Kash Patel over his Indian heritage. In a post on social media platform X, Laura Loomer racially attacked Kash Patel, chiding him for making a nexus with “Qatar's pro-Islamic terror Ministry of Interior.” “You are an Indian. Do you know the Qataris make Indians like you slaves under Kafala? They build their buildings with Indian slave labour," wrote Laura Loomer. This is the latest in the stream of attacks targeting Kash Patel for aligning with “pro-Islamic terror” and accusing him of “Islamification”.

Conservative activist Laura Loomer targets FBI Director Kash Patel with racist comments over his Qatar visit, accusing him of aligning with “pro-Islamic terror.”

Laura Loomer targets Kash Patel with racist remark 'Qataris make Indians like you slaves' amid Doha trip controversy

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has signaled that the country is prepared to hold national elections, responding to comments from US President Donald Trump, who suggested Kyiv was using the war as a reason to delay the vote. Zelensky’s presidential term was set to end in May 2024, but elections have been paused under martial law, introduced when Russia launched its full-scale invasion. Speaking to reporters after Trump’s remarks in a Politico interview, Zelensky said he would request legal proposals that could enable an election to be held.&nbsp;He explained that a vote could take place within two to three months if the security of the electoral process could be guaranteed with support from Washington and other allies. “I am openly appealing to the United States and our European partners to help ensure the safety of the election process,” Zelensky said. He stressed that the decision to hold elections must ultimately belong to Ukrainians: “This is our choice to make, not the decision of other nations.”&nbsp;Zelensky rejected claims that he is clinging to power, calling such accusations unfounded and dismissing suggestions that the continuation of the war somehow benefits him politically. Zelensky was elected in 2019 with more than 70% of the vote. Debate over the possibility of wartime elections has intensified since Russia’s 2022 invasion. Moscow has repeatedly argued that Zelensky no longer holds legitimate authority and has demanded new elections as part of any ceasefire arrangement, a narrative echoed by Trump, who told Politico that Ukraine’s democracy was weakening.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nobel-peace-prize-where-is-maria-corina-machado-as-her-daughter-steps-in-to-collect-the-award-in-oslo-1765362236391">Nobel Peace Prize: Where is Maria Corina Machado as her daughter steps in to collect the award in Oslo</a>&nbsp;Conducting a vote during an active conflict poses immense challenges. Front-line soldiers may be unable to participate without leave, and millions of Ukrainians displaced abroad would need access to voting mechanisms. Ensuring the safety of polling stations and voters would require extensive security planning. Ukrainian opposition figures say that a genuinely fair election would require every Ukrainian, including troops on the battlefield, to be able to take part. Lesia Vasylenko of the Golos party told the BBC that wartime elections are effectively impossible, drawing a comparison to the UK’s suspension of voting during World War Two.&nbsp;Oleksiy Goncharenko of European Solidarity also rejected Zelensky’s suggestion, calling the idea unrealistic and warning that any rushed process could be manipulated. He argued that the full cycle of campaigning, debates, and public engagement cannot occur during a war. Within Ukraine’s political system, there is broad agreement that elections should not take place under martial law. Oleksandr Merezhko, chair of parliament’s foreign affairs committee and a member of Zelensky’s party, said even critics of the president are against rushing into a vote, warning that a divisive campaign would serve Russia’s interests. According to him, President Vladimir Putin would welcome internal political fractures after failing to defeat Ukraine militarily.&nbsp;Public sentiment reflects similar concerns. Data from the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology shows only around 10% of Ukrainians want elections before a ceasefire or peace deal. A previous KIIS survey found a majority preferred elections only after a full settlement, with a smaller portion willing to consider a vote after a ceasefire with firm security guarantees. Many Ukrainians share these reservations. Yulia Tovkach, a business owner in Bucha, said that martial law must end first to ensure the vote is seen as legitimate. In Odesa, casting director Yana Kolomiets said she opposes holding an election now, despite her own frustrations with Zelensky’s governance.&nbsp;Zelensky is currently traveling across Europe after US–Ukraine negotiations over the weekend failed to yield a mutually acceptable peace plan. He is urging European and NATO leaders to help prevent the US from endorsing a deal that Kyiv believes would leave the country vulnerable. Zelensky has repeatedly stated that Ukraine will not surrender its land.

Zelensky says Ukraine might hold elections within months if allies ensure security, rejecting claims he is delaying the vote for political gain amid wartime challenges

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has signaled that the country is prepared to hold national elections, responding to comments from US President Donald Trump, who suggested Kyiv was using the war as a reason to delay the vote. Zelensky’s presidential term was set to end in May 2024, but elections have been paused under martial law, introduced when Russia launched its full-scale invasion. Speaking to reporters after Trump’s remarks in a Politico interview, Zelensky said he would request legal proposals that could enable an election to be held. He explained that a vote could take place within two to three months if the security of the electoral process could be guaranteed with support from Washington and other allies. “I am openly appealing to the United States and our European partners to help ensure the safety of the election process,” Zelensky said. He stressed that the decision to hold elections must ultimately belong to Ukrainians: “This is our choice to make, not the decision of other nations.” Zelensky rejected claims that he is clinging to power, calling such accusations unfounded and dismissing suggestions that the continuation of the war somehow benefits him politically. Zelensky was elected in 2019 with more than 70% of the vote. Debate over the possibility of wartime elections has intensified since Russia’s 2022 invasion. Moscow has repeatedly argued that Zelensky no longer holds legitimate authority and has demanded new elections as part of any ceasefire arrangement, a narrative echoed by Trump, who told Politico that Ukraine’s democracy was weakening. Also Read: Nobel Peace Prize: Where is Maria Corina Machado as her daughter steps in to collect the award in Oslo Conducting a vote during an active conflict poses immense challenges. Front-line soldiers may be unable to participate without leave, and millions of Ukrainians displaced abroad would need access to voting mechanisms. Ensuring the safety of polling stations and voters would require extensive security planning. Ukrainian opposition figures say that a genuinely fair election would require every Ukrainian, including troops on the battlefield, to be able to take part. Lesia Vasylenko of the Golos party told the BBC that wartime elections are effectively impossible, drawing a comparison to the UK’s suspension of voting during World War Two. Oleksiy Goncharenko of European Solidarity also rejected Zelensky’s suggestion, calling the idea unrealistic and warning that any rushed process could be manipulated. He argued that the full cycle of campaigning, debates, and public engagement cannot occur during a war. Within Ukraine’s political system, there is broad agreement that elections should not take place under martial law. Oleksandr Merezhko, chair of parliament’s foreign affairs committee and a member of Zelensky’s party, said even critics of the president are against rushing into a vote, warning that a divisive campaign would serve Russia’s interests. According to him, President Vladimir Putin would welcome internal political fractures after failing to defeat Ukraine militarily. Public sentiment reflects similar concerns. Data from the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology shows only around 10% of Ukrainians want elections before a ceasefire or peace deal. A previous KIIS survey found a majority preferred elections only after a full settlement, with a smaller portion willing to consider a vote after a ceasefire with firm security guarantees. Many Ukrainians share these reservations. Yulia Tovkach, a business owner in Bucha, said that martial law must end first to ensure the vote is seen as legitimate. In Odesa, casting director Yana Kolomiets said she opposes holding an election now, despite her own frustrations with Zelensky’s governance. Zelensky is currently traveling across Europe after US–Ukraine negotiations over the weekend failed to yield a mutually acceptable peace plan. He is urging European and NATO leaders to help prevent the US from endorsing a deal that Kyiv believes would leave the country vulnerable. Zelensky has repeatedly stated that Ukraine will not surrender its land.

Zelensky says Ukraine might hold elections within months if allies ensure security, rejecting claims he is delaying the vote for political gain amid wartime challenges

'Ukraine is ready for elections', says Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky if allies ensure security

Oman’s ambassador to India has highlighted growing investment, trade, and defence cooperation with India, as the two countries prepare for an imminent Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). Ambassador Issa Saleh Abdullah Saleh Alshibani speaking to WION's Sidhant Sibal said, "The announcement of the Indian government that the negotiation has concluded. So hopefully...some positive news in the near future."&nbsp;He noted increased Indian investments in Oman, with businessmen viewing it as a key destination, while Omani investors eye opportunities in India's vast economy. The Oman embassy on Wednesday hosted the Suhar investment forum that saw attendance of business leaders and top Delhi-based diplomats of West Asia.&nbsp;&nbsp;On defence, Alshibani described ties as deep-rooted, citing Oman's supply of spare parts for India's Jaguar jets. "Jaguar spare parts are one way of showing the depth of this defence relationship." Oman pioneered joint exercises with all three Indian armed forces branches. With Prime Minister Narendra Modi set to visit Oman next week amid 70 years of diplomatic relations, the ambassador praised mutual stability and shared Indian Ocean interests, expecting further growth in bilateral links.&nbsp;Sidhant Sibal: How do you characterize the relationship?Amb Issa Saleh Abdullah Saleh Alshibani: I think the relationship nobody doubts is deeply rooted. It has been historic, going back thousands of years; the interaction between either government or people-to-people has been progressing. This year, we celebrate 70 years of diplomatic relations, but the relationship goes way further than that. In this relationship, we had seen high-level engagements. His Majesty visited India in 2023, and the Indian Prime Minister is expected to visit Oman by the middle of this month.&nbsp;&nbsp;Sidhant Sibal: So in terms of the investment relationship, in terms of the trading relationship, how do you see the relationship going forward? We had the Suhar investment forum in India.&nbsp;Amb Issa Saleh Abdullah Saleh Alshibani: So we have seen increased interest in terms of investments coming from India. Many businessmen see Oman as a destination for their investment. Of course, there have been ongoing discussions with regard to a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, a CEPA agreement. The CEPA agreement will provide a platform to ease and make a business interaction more transparent and more straightforward. It is mentioned within the joint vision documents, during His Majesty's visit. That we are looking into the initiation of the negotiation and completing those negotiations in a very speedy time. So negotiation has been going on after His Majesty's visit and the announcement of the Indian government that the negotiation has concluded. So hopefully the outcome of that will be some positive news in the near future.&nbsp;Sidhant Sibal: And your view on the diaspora connect?Amb Issa Saleh Abdullah Saleh Alshibani: So according to statistics, there are around 700,000 Indians who are living in Oman. They feel that Oman is a second home to them, and to commemorate the old historic relationship, it is within the joint vision diplomat where the Indian side has decided to build a stitch ship that will sail from Mandvi to Oman, that is where it shows the depth of this relationship between the two countries.&nbsp;Sidhant Sibal: So in terms of connectivity, what are we looking at between the two sides?Amb Issa Saleh Abdullah Saleh Alshibani: So in terms of air, we have more than 11 flights per day going from different airports in India. In terms of sea is where there has been so much development, in terms of Oman ports. We have now three strategic ports in Oman, where Indian investors see those as a potential ports for them, for trade. Oman has been strategically located, and people and investors in India understand. In terms of the infrastructure of most of the ports, there have been so much developments, and there is always a plan for expansion and development of these ports.&nbsp;Sidhant Sibal: We spoke about Indian investment to Oman. If you can give us a broader picture of Omani investment in India.Amb Issa Saleh Abdullah Saleh Alshibani: India is one of the largest economies in Asia. Omani investors as well, they see India as a very potential investment place. We have seen an interest. Whenever there is a business delegation for Oman, there is a huge interest from Omanis as well to come and explore. I think you know what we are going to see is that in future, we will see much huge interest from the Omani investors as well to come in India and look into opportunities to invest.&nbsp;Sidhant Sibal: Defense relationship, it has been growing. They have been training together by the Omani side and the Indian side. So if you can talk about the military relationship, and there have been reports of Omani side giving spare parts for Jaguar fighter jets as well, perhaps, if you'd like to talk about that, as well.Amb Issa Saleh Abdullah Saleh Alshibani:&nbsp;Jaguar spare parts is one way of showing the depth of this defense relationship. Oman was the first country to establish joint exercises on the three forces, and it has been continuing for the last many years. And I think the benefit from both sides is where we have seen it mutual. There has been a huge appreciation of the opportunity for those joint exercises and and I think that is going again to grow. We share the Indian Ocean, and I think that is a very important point with regards to the military collaboration that we have seen. India is looking into enhance its defence industry.&nbsp;Sidhant sibal: Will it be right to say that Oman is India's closest partner in West Asia, given the historical relationship, the cultural relationship, the connectivity..Amb Issa Saleh Abdullah Saleh Alshibani: I think that is demonstrated very well. During the His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tariq, we have seen some of his initial visits coming to India, and within a very short time. Now expections on PM Modi's visit. That shows, really, the scope of the relationship, how this relationship is strong. I think both countries are very stable in terms of economy and governance, and where we have seen that both countries have an approach of extending the notion of dialog and stability within the region. I agree with you that the relationship is strong. The relationship is historic, and the people to people connection has been there and is growing year after year.

Oman pioneered joint exercises with all three Indian armed forces branches. With Prime Minister Narendra Modi set to visit Oman next week amid 70 years of relations, the ambassador praised mutual stability and shared Indian Ocean interests, expecting further growth in bilateral ties.

Oman’s ambassador to India has highlighted growing investment, trade, and defence cooperation with India, as the two countries prepare for an imminent Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). Ambassador Issa Saleh Abdullah Saleh Alshibani speaking to WION's Sidhant Sibal said, "The announcement of the Indian government that the negotiation has concluded. So hopefully...some positive news in the near future." He noted increased Indian investments in Oman, with businessmen viewing it as a key destination, while Omani investors eye opportunities in India's vast economy. The Oman embassy on Wednesday hosted the Suhar investment forum that saw attendance of business leaders and top Delhi-based diplomats of West Asia. On defence, Alshibani described ties as deep-rooted, citing Oman's supply of spare parts for India's Jaguar jets. "Jaguar spare parts are one way of showing the depth of this defence relationship." Oman pioneered joint exercises with all three Indian armed forces branches. With Prime Minister Narendra Modi set to visit Oman next week amid 70 years of diplomatic relations, the ambassador praised mutual stability and shared Indian Ocean interests, expecting further growth in bilateral links. Sidhant Sibal: How do you characterize the relationship? Amb Issa Saleh Abdullah Saleh Alshibani: I think the relationship nobody doubts is deeply rooted. It has been historic, going back thousands of years; the interaction between either government or people-to-people has been progressing. This year, we celebrate 70 years of diplomatic relations, but the relationship goes way further than that. In this relationship, we had seen high-level engagements. His Majesty visited India in 2023, and the Indian Prime Minister is expected to visit Oman by the middle of this month. Sidhant Sibal: So in terms of the investment relationship, in terms of the trading relationship, how do you see the relationship going forward? We had the Suhar investment forum in India. Amb Issa Saleh Abdullah Saleh Alshibani: So we have seen increased interest in terms of investments coming from India. Many businessmen see Oman as a destination for their investment. Of course, there have been ongoing discussions with regard to a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, a CEPA agreement. The CEPA agreement will provide a platform to ease and make a business interaction more transparent and more straightforward. It is mentioned within the joint vision documents, during His Majesty's visit. That we are looking into the initiation of the negotiation and completing those negotiations in a very speedy time. So negotiation has been going on after His Majesty's visit and the announcement of the Indian government that the negotiation has concluded. So hopefully the outcome of that will be some positive news in the near future. Sidhant Sibal: And your view on the diaspora connect? Amb Issa Saleh Abdullah Saleh Alshibani: So according to statistics, there are around 700,000 Indians who are living in Oman. They feel that Oman is a second home to them, and to commemorate the old historic relationship, it is within the joint vision diplomat where the Indian side has decided to build a stitch ship that will sail from Mandvi to Oman, that is where it shows the depth of this relationship between the two countries. Sidhant Sibal: So in terms of connectivity, what are we looking at between the two sides? Amb Issa Saleh Abdullah Saleh Alshibani: So in terms of air, we have more than 11 flights per day going from different airports in India. In terms of sea is where there has been so much development, in terms of Oman ports. We have now three strategic ports in Oman, where Indian investors see those as a potential ports for them, for trade. Oman has been strategically located, and people and investors in India understand. In terms of the infrastructure of most of the ports, there have been so much developments, and there is always a plan for expansion and development of these ports. Sidhant Sibal: We spoke about Indian investment to Oman. If you can give us a broader picture of Omani investment in India. Amb Issa Saleh Abdullah Saleh Alshibani: India is one of the largest economies in Asia. Omani investors as well, they see India as a very potential investment place. We have seen an interest. Whenever there is a business delegation for Oman, there is a huge interest from Omanis as well to come and explore. I think you know what we are going to see is that in future, we will see much huge interest from the Omani investors as well to come in India and look into opportunities to invest. Sidhant Sibal: Defense relationship, it has been growing. They have been training together by the Omani side and the Indian side. So if you can talk about the military relationship, and there have been reports of Omani side giving spare parts for Jaguar fighter jets as well, perhaps, if you'd like to talk about that, as well. Amb Issa Saleh Abdullah Saleh Alshibani: Jaguar spare parts is one way of showing the depth of this defense relationship. Oman was the first country to establish joint exercises on the three forces, and it has been continuing for the last many years. And I think the benefit from both sides is where we have seen it mutual. There has been a huge appreciation of the opportunity for those joint exercises and and I think that is going again to grow. We share the Indian Ocean, and I think that is a very important point with regards to the military collaboration that we have seen. India is looking into enhance its defence industry. Sidhant sibal: Will it be right to say that Oman is India's closest partner in West Asia, given the historical relationship, the cultural relationship, the connectivity.. Amb Issa Saleh Abdullah Saleh Alshibani: I think that is demonstrated very well. During the His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tariq, we have seen some of his initial visits coming to India, and within a very short time. Now expections on PM Modi's visit. That shows, really, the scope of the relationship, how this relationship is strong. I think both countries are very stable in terms of economy and governance, and where we have seen that both countries have an approach of extending the notion of dialog and stability within the region. I agree with you that the relationship is strong. The relationship is historic, and the people to people connection has been there and is growing year after year.

Oman pioneered joint exercises with all three Indian armed forces branches. With Prime Minister Narendra Modi set to visit Oman next week amid 70 years of relations, the ambassador praised mutual stability and shared Indian Ocean interests, expecting further growth in bilateral ties.

Oman ambassador Issa Saleh Abdullah hails deepening trade, investment, and defence ties with India

Amid rising tensions between Thailand and Cambodia, Thailand's foreign ministry said that "not ready" for mediation with Cambodia, as border clashes “crossed the line.” At a press briefing, Nikorndej Balankura said, “The line has been.” Fresh clashes erupted between both countries months after Trump brokered a peace deal. Balankura said that Thailand would reject an offer of a third country to mediate until it was satisfied the conflict would not repeat itself in future. "Thais have been killed, we have to ensure this does not recur again, we have to ensure that we have enough trust before any talks can happen and right now is not the moment,” he said. Meanwhile, Thailand military video showed drone dropping bomb on Cambodian target. AFP reported that half a million evacuees in Cambodia and Thailand were sheltering in pagodas, schools and other safe havens&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/cambodia-thailand-fighting-escalates-thousands-flee-death-toll-increases-military-ops-continue-what-will-be-fate-of-trump-s-ceasefire-1765258831944/1765258831945">Cambodia-Thailand fighting escalates: Thousands flee, death toll increases, military ops continue - What will be fate of Trump's ceasefire?</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, breaking his silence on the issue, Trump said on Dec 9, "I hate to say this one, named Cambodia-Thailand and it started up today and tomorrow I am going to have to make a phone call. Who else could say I'm going to make a phone call and stop a war of two very powerful countries, Thailand and Cambodia," Trump said. In another post on Truth Social, he again claimed ending eight wars: "There has never been a President that has worked as hard as me! My hours are the longest, and my results are among the best. I’ve stopped Eight Wars, saving many millions of lives in the process," he wrote.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/thailand-s-foreign-minister-refuses-any-potential-for-negotiations-with-cambodia-1765302537126">Thailand's Foreign Minister refuses any potential for negotiations with Cambodia</a><h2>What triggered the fresh clashes?</h2>The fresh clashes were triggered after a Thai soldier was injured by a landmine in November. Thailand accused Cambodia of laying mines in the disputed areas, while Cambodia denied. Thailand on Dec 8 launched an air strikes against Cambodia after the death of a Thai soldier. Cambodia then said that it retaliated against Thailand will full force. Both countries were embroiled in intense clashes earlier in July for approximately a week. It left 43 people dead and forced around 300,000 to flee.

Fresh Thailand–Cambodia border clashes have erupted months after Trump’s ceasefire, with artillery, rocket and drone strikes reported. Thailand rejects mediation as trust collapses, blaming Cambodia for landmine-triggered tensions. Civilian and military casualties mount on both sides.

Amid rising tensions between Thailand and Cambodia, Thailand's foreign ministry said that "not ready" for mediation with Cambodia, as border clashes “crossed the line.” At a press briefing, Nikorndej Balankura said, “The line has been.” Fresh clashes erupted between both countries months after Trump brokered a peace deal. Balankura said that Thailand would reject an offer of a third country to mediate until it was satisfied the conflict would not repeat itself in future. "Thais have been killed, we have to ensure this does not recur again, we have to ensure that we have enough trust before any talks can happen and right now is not the moment,” he said. Meanwhile, Thailand military video showed drone dropping bomb on Cambodian target. AFP reported that half a million evacuees in Cambodia and Thailand were sheltering in pagodas, schools and other safe havens Also Read: Cambodia-Thailand fighting escalates: Thousands flee, death toll increases, military ops continue - What will be fate of Trump's ceasefire? Meanwhile, breaking his silence on the issue, Trump said on Dec 9, "I hate to say this one, named Cambodia-Thailand and it started up today and tomorrow I am going to have to make a phone call. Who else could say I'm going to make a phone call and stop a war of two very powerful countries, Thailand and Cambodia," Trump said. In another post on Truth Social, he again claimed ending eight wars: "There has never been a President that has worked as hard as me! My hours are the longest, and my results are among the best. I’ve stopped Eight Wars, saving many millions of lives in the process," he wrote. Also Read: Thailand's Foreign Minister refuses any potential for negotiations with Cambodia What triggered the fresh clashes? The fresh clashes were triggered after a Thai soldier was injured by a landmine in November. Thailand accused Cambodia of laying mines in the disputed areas, while Cambodia denied. Thailand on Dec 8 launched an air strikes against Cambodia after the death of a Thai soldier. Cambodia then said that it retaliated against Thailand will full force. Both countries were embroiled in intense clashes earlier in July for approximately a week. It left 43 people dead and forced around 300,000 to flee.

Fresh Thailand–Cambodia border clashes have erupted months after Trump’s ceasefire, with artillery, rocket and drone strikes reported. Thailand rejects mediation as trust collapses, blaming Cambodia for landmine-triggered tensions. Civilian and military casualties mount on both sides.

Thailand rejects mediation amid intense border clashes with Cambodia; over half a million people flee - What's next

Venezuelan opposition figure Maria Corina Machado, who has been living in hiding for over a year, will not appear at Wednesday’s (December 10) Nobel Peace Prize ceremony. Her daughter, Ana Corina Sosa Machado, will step in to receive the award and deliver her mother’s prepared remarks, organisers confirmed.<h2>Machado expected to arrive in Oslo by tomorrow morning says Nobel secretary</h2>"Unfortunately, she (Maria Corina Machado) will not be here in time for today's ceremony or for the other events. We are very happy that we will be able to welcome her in Oslo quite shortly" the secretary of the Norwegian Nobel Committee Kristian Berg Harpviken was quoted as saying to news agency AFP ahead of the Nobel Peace award ceremony. "It is expected that she will arrive sometime between this evening and tomorrow morning" he added.<h2>Where is Maria Corina Machado?</h2>Machado has kept out of sight since August last year amid escalating tensions with President Nicolas Maduro’s government. Venezuela’s attorney general has warned that the 58-year-old would be treated as a “fugitive” if she attempted to travel abroad to claim the prize. Uncertainty surrounded her possible attendance until shortly before the ceremony’s scheduled start at 1:00 pm (1200 GMT), when Nobel Institute spokesperson Erik Aasheim told news agency AFP that Machado would not be present. Institute director Kristian Berg Harpviken told NRK radio that her daughter would collect the prize on her behalf. Harpviken said he had no information about Machado’s current location.&nbsp;Several of Machado’s family members, along with Latin American leaders such as Argentina’s President Javier Milei, are in Oslo for the event. But doubts had grown after the customary pre-ceremony press conference with the laureate was postponed and ultimately cancelled. Machado has long argued that Maduro stole Venezuela’s July 2024 election, an assertion supported by many foreign governments. The ceremony takes place as US military activity increases in the Caribbean and tensions rise over strikes on alleged drug-smuggling vessels. Maduro claims the operations are part of a US effort to overthrow him and seize Venezuela’s oil wealth, a claim Machado has openly disputed.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/after-microsoft-amazon-announces-35-billion-investment-to-boost-india-s-digital-future-1765360473366">After Microsoft, Amazon announces $35 billion investment to boost India’s digital future</a>&nbsp;Since going underground, Machado’s only public appearance was on January 9 in Caracas, where she protested against Maduro’s third-term inauguration. The opposition maintains its candidate, Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia, now living in exile and present in Oslo, was the true winner of the 2024 vote. Machado received the Nobel Peace Prize on October 10 for her work promoting democratic change in Venezuela and challenging Maduro’s decade-long hold on power. Attorney General Tarek William Saab has accused her of conspiracy, incitement, and terrorism, insisting she would be a fugitive if she left the country.&nbsp;Harpviken noted that the Nobel Peace Prize has previously been accepted by family members when recipients were unable to attend. &nbsp;Machado is praised internationally for her fight for democratic freedoms but has also faced criticism for her close alignment with US President Donald Trump, to whom she dedicated her Nobel Prize.<h2>Who is Maria Corina Machado's daughter?</h2>Meanwhile, Nobel laureates in science, literature, and economics are receiving their awards at a separate ceremony in Stockholm. Ana Corina Sosa Machado, who will accept the prize in her mother’s name, represents Maria Corina globally and advocates for international recognition of Venezuela’s contested 2024 election outcome. Based in New York, she works at Celonis, a leading process-intelligence SaaS company. She holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and a degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Michigan.

Nobel Peace Prize: Where is Maria Corina Machado as her daughter steps in to collect the award in Oslo

Venezuelan opposition figure Maria Corina Machado, who has been living in hiding for over a year, will not appear at Wednesday’s (December 10) Nobel Peace Prize ceremony. Her daughter, Ana Corina Sosa Machado, will step in to receive the award and deliver her mother’s prepared remarks, organisers confirmed. Machado expected to arrive in Oslo by tomorrow morning says Nobel secretary "Unfortunately, she (Maria Corina Machado) will not be here in time for today's ceremony or for the other events. We are very happy that we will be able to welcome her in Oslo quite shortly" the secretary of the Norwegian Nobel Committee Kristian Berg Harpviken was quoted as saying to news agency AFP ahead of the Nobel Peace award ceremony. "It is expected that she will arrive sometime between this evening and tomorrow morning" he added. Where is Maria Corina Machado? Machado has kept out of sight since August last year amid escalating tensions with President Nicolas Maduro’s government. Venezuela’s attorney general has warned that the 58-year-old would be treated as a “fugitive” if she attempted to travel abroad to claim the prize. Uncertainty surrounded her possible attendance until shortly before the ceremony’s scheduled start at 1:00 pm (1200 GMT), when Nobel Institute spokesperson Erik Aasheim told news agency AFP that Machado would not be present. Institute director Kristian Berg Harpviken told NRK radio that her daughter would collect the prize on her behalf. Harpviken said he had no information about Machado’s current location. Several of Machado’s family members, along with Latin American leaders such as Argentina’s President Javier Milei, are in Oslo for the event. But doubts had grown after the customary pre-ceremony press conference with the laureate was postponed and ultimately cancelled. Machado has long argued that Maduro stole Venezuela’s July 2024 election, an assertion supported by many foreign governments. The ceremony takes place as US military activity increases in the Caribbean and tensions rise over strikes on alleged drug-smuggling vessels. Maduro claims the operations are part of a US effort to overthrow him and seize Venezuela’s oil wealth, a claim Machado has openly disputed. Also Read: After Microsoft, Amazon announces $35 billion investment to boost India’s digital future Since going underground, Machado’s only public appearance was on January 9 in Caracas, where she protested against Maduro’s third-term inauguration. The opposition maintains its candidate, Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia, now living in exile and present in Oslo, was the true winner of the 2024 vote. Machado received the Nobel Peace Prize on October 10 for her work promoting democratic change in Venezuela and challenging Maduro’s decade-long hold on power. Attorney General Tarek William Saab has accused her of conspiracy, incitement, and terrorism, insisting she would be a fugitive if she left the country. Harpviken noted that the Nobel Peace Prize has previously been accepted by family members when recipients were unable to attend. Machado is praised internationally for her fight for democratic freedoms but has also faced criticism for her close alignment with US President Donald Trump, to whom she dedicated her Nobel Prize. Who is Maria Corina Machado's daughter? Meanwhile, Nobel laureates in science, literature, and economics are receiving their awards at a separate ceremony in Stockholm. Ana Corina Sosa Machado, who will accept the prize in her mother’s name, represents Maria Corina globally and advocates for international recognition of Venezuela’s contested 2024 election outcome. Based in New York, she works at Celonis, a leading process-intelligence SaaS company. She holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and a degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Michigan.

María Corina Machado’s whereabouts remains unknown as her daughter is set to accept the Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo, delivering the speech the opposition leader wrote while in hiding

Nobel Peace Prize: Where is Maria Corina Machado as her daughter steps in to collect the award in Oslo?

US Vice President JD Vance on Tuesday responded to the viral photo, which alleged that he was engaged in a blow-up with his wife, Usha Vance, in a restaurant. The picture was circulating all over social media on Tuesday. Vance shut down the rumour, calling the picture AI-generated. The image posted on Facebook shows JD Vance in an angry and animated look, and he appears to be reprimanding Usha Vance, who has lowered her head in embarrassment or disdain.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">JD and Usha (allegedly) spotted having a loud argument at a restaurant recently <a href="https://t.co/zEFIVtg2sD">pic.twitter.com/zEFIVtg2sD</a>&mdash; Natalie Whittingham Burrell 🐥 (@natlawyerchic) <a href="https://twitter.com/natlawyerchic/status/1998088999844598140?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 8, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

“I always wear an undershirt when I go out in public to have a fight loudly with my wife,” wrote Vance in a post on the social media platform X.The image quickly went viral after Thomas Clay Jr. an influencer who allegedly bust Republican dub a**es. According to Clay he did not create the picture. “it is impossible to discern when the boy who cried wolf is lying and telling the truth,” said Clay.JD Vance and his relationship with Usha Vance was under scrutiny following the viral hug between Erika Kirk and JD Vance. Since then JD Vance publicly expressed his wish for his hindu wife to convert to christianity. “Do I hope eventually that she is somehow moved by the same thing that I was moved in by church? Yeah, I honestly do wish that because I believe in the Christian Gospel, and I hope eventually my wife comes to see it the same way,” he said. Following the incident Usha Vance was spotted without her ring at Camp Lejeune, a military base in North Carolina, along with the first lady, Melania Trump, in Mid November. Rumours started to regurgitate that the pair was heading for a split. Last week, JD Vance in an interiview with NBC News discarded these claims saying that their marriage was “strong as ever”, he and his wife Usha Vance get a kick out of these rumours.&nbsp;

JD Vance denies a viral photo showing him arguing with his wife,  Usha, calling the image AI-generated as online rumours about their marriage intensify.

US Vice President JD Vance on Tuesday responded to the viral photo, which alleged that he was engaged in a blow-up with his wife, Usha Vance, in a restaurant. The picture was circulating all over social media on Tuesday. Vance shut down the rumour, calling the picture AI-generated. The image posted on Facebook shows JD Vance in an angry and animated look, and he appears to be reprimanding Usha Vance, who has lowered her head in embarrassment or disdain.

JD Vance denies a viral photo showing him arguing with his wife, Usha, calling the image AI-generated as online rumours about their marriage intensify.

JD Vance responds to allegations of berating Usha Vance in restaurant

The UAE has pledged US$550 million to support the Global Humanitarian Overview (GHO) of the UN, which seeks to mobilise US$33 billion in 2026 to assist around 135 million people across 23 humanitarian operations globally. The initiative also includes programs supporting refugees and migrants.&nbsp;According to a report in the Emirates News Agency (WAM), the appeal prioritises safeguarding the lives of up to 87 million people requiring urgent aid, calling for US$23 billion in immediate funding. The initiative reaffirms the UAE’s unwavering dedication to global humanitarian efforts to save lives, particularly in supporting crisis-hit and vulnerable communities.&nbsp;This commitment also reflects the significant role of the UAE in strengthening multilateral relief initiatives and its ongoing collaboration with UN bodies such as OCHA, alongside international aid and development groups, to ensure swift and effective assistance, in accordance with the leadership’s directives.&nbsp;In response to the development, Reem bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation, said, “The UAE continues its steadfast commitment to supporting global humanitarian efforts and working with our UN partners to ensure access to aid for those most impacted. This pledge embodies the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and reflects our profound belief in the necessity of international solidarity in responding to urgent humanitarian appeals in an effective and sustainable manner that preserves human dignity and protects lives.”<h3>Tom Fletcher welcomes the move</h3>The United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator at OCHA, Tom Fletcher, welcomed the announcement made by the UAE. “Our global appeal is about saving lives where shocks have hit hardest – and turning plans into real protection. The UAE’s rapid and generous backing of our 2026 plan sends a strong signal, focused on people who need it most. We must deliver an effective, innovative response that meets the moment," he said.&nbsp;WHO Director-General, Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, said, “Warning signs of health system collapse manifest long before it occurs – outbreaks spread, malnutrition increases, and preventable deaths rise. However, when we come together, services can be restored and lives saved. I thank His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and the UAE for their support, which will provide crucial humanitarian health care to millions in need.”

The appeal prioritises safeguarding the lives of up to 87 million people requiring urgent aid. The initiative reaffirms the UAE’s unwavering dedication to global humanitarian efforts to save lives, particularly in supporting crisis-hit and vulnerable communities.

The UAE has pledged US$550 million to support the Global Humanitarian Overview (GHO) of the UN, which seeks to mobilise US$33 billion in 2026 to assist around 135 million people across 23 humanitarian operations globally. The initiative also includes programs supporting refugees and migrants. According to a report in the Emirates News Agency (WAM), the appeal prioritises safeguarding the lives of up to 87 million people requiring urgent aid, calling for US$23 billion in immediate funding. The initiative reaffirms the UAE’s unwavering dedication to global humanitarian efforts to save lives, particularly in supporting crisis-hit and vulnerable communities. This commitment also reflects the significant role of the UAE in strengthening multilateral relief initiatives and its ongoing collaboration with UN bodies such as OCHA, alongside international aid and development groups, to ensure swift and effective assistance, in accordance with the leadership’s directives. In response to the development, Reem bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation, said, “The UAE continues its steadfast commitment to supporting global humanitarian efforts and working with our UN partners to ensure access to aid for those most impacted. This pledge embodies the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and reflects our profound belief in the necessity of international solidarity in responding to urgent humanitarian appeals in an effective and sustainable manner that preserves human dignity and protects lives.” Tom Fletcher welcomes the move The United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator at OCHA, Tom Fletcher, welcomed the announcement made by the UAE. “Our global appeal is about saving lives where shocks have hit hardest – and turning plans into real protection. The UAE’s rapid and generous backing of our 2026 plan sends a strong signal, focused on people who need it most. We must deliver an effective, innovative response that meets the moment," he said. WHO Director-General, Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, said, “Warning signs of health system collapse manifest long before it occurs – outbreaks spread, malnutrition increases, and preventable deaths rise. However, when we come together, services can be restored and lives saved. I thank His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and the UAE for their support, which will provide crucial humanitarian health care to millions in need.”

The appeal prioritises safeguarding the lives of up to 87 million people requiring urgent aid. The initiative reaffirms the UAE’s unwavering dedication to global humanitarian efforts to save lives, particularly in supporting crisis-hit and vulnerable communities.

UAE announces US$550 million for UN’s Global Humanitarian Overview (GHO): Here's why

Amazon announced on Tuesday (December 9) that it will invest more than $35 billion in India by 2030, expanding its long-term commitment to the country's digital economy, AI innovation and job creation. This new funding adds to the nearly $40 billion Amazon has invested in India over the last 15 years. The announcement was made on December 10 at the sixth Amazon Smbhav Summit in New Delhi, where consulting firm Keystone Strategy also released an economic impact study.&nbsp;According to the report, Amazon’s cumulative investments, including infrastructure spending and employee-related costs, have made it India’s largest foreign investor, a key driver of e-commerce exports, and one of the biggest contributors to employment nationwide. Amazon said its next phase of growth will focus on AI-led digitisation, expansion of exports, and large-scale job creation, aligning with India’s digital development goals.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-japan-tensions-escalate-russia-joins-chinese-jets-south-korea-lodges-protest-what-s-happening-now-1765348684746">China-Japan tensions escalate: Russia joins Chinese jets, South Korea lodges protest - What's happening now</a>&nbsp;Over the years, the company has built extensive physical and digital infrastructure across the country, ranging from fulfilment centres and logistics networks to data centres, payment solutions and tech platforms. The Keystone report highlighted that Amazon has already digitised more than 12 million small businesses, generated $20 billion in cumulative e-commerce exports, and supported around 2.8 million jobs across technology, logistics, operations and customer support in 2024. These jobs come with benefits such as competitive wages, healthcare access and structured skills training.&nbsp;Beyond direct employment, Amazon’s presence has boosted work opportunities in packaging, transport, manufacturing and tech services, while helping countless small sellers grow their reach within India and beyond.<h2>Target: One million more jobs by 2030</h2>By the end of the decade, Amazon aims to create another one million jobs, direct, indirect, seasonal and induced, through expanding its operations, increasing capacity in its fulfilment and delivery network and generating ripple effects across related sectors. Amit Agarwal, Senior Vice President for Emerging Markets at Amazon, said the company’s trajectory in India has mirrored the country’s digital aspirations.&nbsp;He noted that Amazon’s 15-year journey in India reflects the vision of an Atmanirbhar (self-reliant) and Viksit (developed) Bharat, supported by heavy investments in infrastructure for small businesses, job creation and global promotion of Made-in-India products.<h2>Major push for AI, exports and digital inclusion</h2>As part of its long-term roadmap, Amazon plans to expand access to AI tools for businesses, consumers and students across India. By 2030, it hopes to bring AI benefits to 15 million small businesses. Sellers are already using Amazon’s AI-driven tools such as Seller Assistant and next-generation selling features.&nbsp;Users can also expect enhanced shopping experiences through tools including Lens AI for visual search, Rufus for conversational shopping and multilingual features designed to overcome literacy challenges. Amazon additionally pledged to support AI education for 4 million students in government schools, offering structured curriculum support, teacher training, hands-on learning and exposure to tech careers, aligned with India’s National Education Policy 2020.On the export front, Amazon aims to quadruple India-led e-commerce exports to $80 billion by 2030, up from the current $20 billion. Agarwal said the company is committed to driving India’s growth by democratizing AI, generating one million new jobs and accelerating exports.

After Microsoft, Amazon announces $35 billion investment to boost India’s digital future

Amazon announced on Tuesday (December 9) that it will invest more than $35 billion in India by 2030, expanding its long-term commitment to the country's digital economy, AI innovation and job creation. This new funding adds to the nearly $40 billion Amazon has invested in India over the last 15 years. The announcement was made on December 10 at the sixth Amazon Smbhav Summit in New Delhi, where consulting firm Keystone Strategy also released an economic impact study. According to the report, Amazon’s cumulative investments, including infrastructure spending and employee-related costs, have made it India’s largest foreign investor, a key driver of e-commerce exports, and one of the biggest contributors to employment nationwide. Amazon said its next phase of growth will focus on AI-led digitisation, expansion of exports, and large-scale job creation, aligning with India’s digital development goals. Also Read: China-Japan tensions escalate: Russia joins Chinese jets, South Korea lodges protest - What's happening now Over the years, the company has built extensive physical and digital infrastructure across the country, ranging from fulfilment centres and logistics networks to data centres, payment solutions and tech platforms. The Keystone report highlighted that Amazon has already digitised more than 12 million small businesses, generated $20 billion in cumulative e-commerce exports, and supported around 2.8 million jobs across technology, logistics, operations and customer support in 2024. These jobs come with benefits such as competitive wages, healthcare access and structured skills training. Beyond direct employment, Amazon’s presence has boosted work opportunities in packaging, transport, manufacturing and tech services, while helping countless small sellers grow their reach within India and beyond. Target: One million more jobs by 2030 By the end of the decade, Amazon aims to create another one million jobs, direct, indirect, seasonal and induced, through expanding its operations, increasing capacity in its fulfilment and delivery network and generating ripple effects across related sectors. Amit Agarwal, Senior Vice President for Emerging Markets at Amazon, said the company’s trajectory in India has mirrored the country’s digital aspirations. He noted that Amazon’s 15-year journey in India reflects the vision of an Atmanirbhar (self-reliant) and Viksit (developed) Bharat, supported by heavy investments in infrastructure for small businesses, job creation and global promotion of Made-in-India products. Major push for AI, exports and digital inclusion As part of its long-term roadmap, Amazon plans to expand access to AI tools for businesses, consumers and students across India. By 2030, it hopes to bring AI benefits to 15 million small businesses. Sellers are already using Amazon’s AI-driven tools such as Seller Assistant and next-generation selling features. Users can also expect enhanced shopping experiences through tools including Lens AI for visual search, Rufus for conversational shopping and multilingual features designed to overcome literacy challenges. Amazon additionally pledged to support AI education for 4 million students in government schools, offering structured curriculum support, teacher training, hands-on learning and exposure to tech careers, aligned with India’s National Education Policy 2020. On the export front, Amazon aims to quadruple India-led e-commerce exports to $80 billion by 2030, up from the current $20 billion. Agarwal said the company is committed to driving India’s growth by democratizing AI, generating one million new jobs and accelerating exports.

Amazon will invest $35 billion in India by 2030, boosting AI access, exports and infrastructure while creating one million new jobs and expanding digital inclusion

US President Donald Trump, while talking to Politico, unintentionally revealed new details about the strikes on the boat. He said that he has been through the footage of the strike, and it does not look "pretty”. He said that, they were trying to ”turn back over the boat" contradicting Secretary of War Pete Hegseth. Last week, they were alleging that the two men were trying to radio back to their cartel.&nbsp;The Trump administration is under fire over the September 2 boat strikes. Recently, during a White House cabinet meeting, Trump lashed out at ABC reporter Rachel Scott for rightfully pointing out that he promised to release the clip of the second strike. Trump last week said he would “certainly release” the footage, but claimed Monday he “didn’t say that.”&nbsp;In an interview with the Politico reporter Dasha Burns, he said that the video was “not pretty”. But he nonetheless stood by both Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Admiral Frank M. Bradley. When asked if he thinks Pete Hegseth should testify or not? Trump said, “I don’t care. I would say do it if you want, Pete.”At first, Hegseth claimed that the entire story was fabricated, then he tried to put the blame for the second strike on Admiral Frank Bradley; now, Trump is claiming that he doesn't care.&nbsp;“Uh, well, it looked like they were trying to turn back over the boat, but I don’t get involved in that. That’s up to them. Uh, the admiral that did that was … is a highly respected … as you know, a highly respected man. And we save 25,000 people every time we knock out a boat,” said Trump.Trump claims that they have damaged 92 per cent of the flow of drugs they are now trying to figure out the rest 8 per cent. “And we’re gonna hit ’em on land very soon, too.”&nbsp;

Trump admits boat strike footage is “not pretty,” contradicts Pete Hegseth as pressure mounts over September 2 strikes and unreleased second video.


US President Donald Trump, while talking to Politico, unintentionally revealed new details about the strikes on the boat. He said that he has been through the footage of the strike, and it does not look "pretty”. He said that, they were trying to ”turn back over the boat" contradicting Secretary of War Pete Hegseth. Last week, they were alleging that the two men were trying to radio back to their cartel. The Trump administration is under fire over the September 2 boat strikes. Recently, during a White House cabinet meeting, Trump lashed out at ABC reporter Rachel Scott for rightfully pointing out that he promised to release the clip of the second strike. Trump last week said he would “certainly release” the footage, but claimed Monday he “didn’t say that.” In an interview with the Politico reporter Dasha Burns, he said that the video was “not pretty”. But he nonetheless stood by both Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Admiral Frank M. Bradley. When asked if he thinks Pete Hegseth should testify or not? Trump said, “I don’t care. I would say do it if you want, Pete.” At first, Hegseth claimed that the entire story was fabricated, then he tried to put the blame for the second strike on Admiral Frank Bradley; now, Trump is claiming that he doesn't care. “Uh, well, it looked like they were trying to turn back over the boat, but I don’t get involved in that. That’s up to them. Uh, the admiral that did that was … is a highly respected … as you know, a highly respected man. And we save 25,000 people every time we knock out a boat,” said Trump. Trump claims that they have damaged 92 per cent of the flow of drugs they are now trying to figure out the rest 8 per cent. “And we’re gonna hit ’em on land very soon, too.”

Donald Trump dismissed affordability concerns as a Democratic “hoax” at his Pennsylvania rally, praised Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt’s “machine gun lips”, and repeated xenophobic remarks about immigrants from “shithole countries”. Here’s what he said and why it matters.

Donald Trump spills new details about the second air strike on alleged drug boat

At least 19 people died after two four-storey buildings collapsed in the Moroccan city of Fes, the state news agency said Wednesday. "Sixteen other people were wounded, with varying degrees of gravity," MAP reported and added that rescue operations are still in process.&nbsp;Additionally, residents in the vicinity of the area and neighbouring houses were evacuated as a precautionary measure. Meanwhile, deteriorating living conditions in Morocco sparked demonstrations over poverty and public services in September.&nbsp;&nbsp;As per Al Jazeera, the two four-storey buildings were located in the Al-Mustaqbal neighbourhood, and a total of eight families were staying in the buildings at the time of the collapse.<h3>Building collapses in Moroccan cities have been a recurring issue&nbsp;</h3>A similar incident was reported in Fes before. In February last year, five people lost their lives after a house collapsed in the city's old quarter. Building collapses have been a recurring issue across the country.&nbsp;In 2016, Marrakesh saw two fatal building collapses occur within a single week, claiming multiple lives and injuring more than 20 people. A government review conducted in 2023 found that over 12,000 structures in Marrakesh and surrounding areas were at risk, according to local media reports cited by Al Jazeera.&nbsp;Some officials noted that many of these buildings may have become even more fragile following the powerful earthquakes that struck Morocco in the same year, Al Jazeera added. Authorities are continuing rescue operations and have launched an investigation into the cause of Wednesday’s collapse.

At least 19 people were killed as two four-storey buildings collapsed in the Moroccan city of Fes, the state news agency said Wednesday.

At least 19 people died after two four-storey buildings collapsed in the Moroccan city of Fes, the state news agency said Wednesday. "Sixteen other people were wounded, with varying degrees of gravity," MAP reported and added that rescue operations are still in process. Additionally, residents in the vicinity of the area and neighbouring houses were evacuated as a precautionary measure. Meanwhile, deteriorating living conditions in Morocco sparked demonstrations over poverty and public services in September. As per Al Jazeera, the two four-storey buildings were located in the Al-Mustaqbal neighbourhood, and a total of eight families were staying in the buildings at the time of the collapse. Building collapses in Moroccan cities have been a recurring issue A similar incident was reported in Fes before. In February last year, five people lost their lives after a house collapsed in the city's old quarter. Building collapses have been a recurring issue across the country. In 2016, Marrakesh saw two fatal building collapses occur within a single week, claiming multiple lives and injuring more than 20 people. A government review conducted in 2023 found that over 12,000 structures in Marrakesh and surrounding areas were at risk, according to local media reports cited by Al Jazeera. Some officials noted that many of these buildings may have become even more fragile following the powerful earthquakes that struck Morocco in the same year, Al Jazeera added. Authorities are continuing rescue operations and have launched an investigation into the cause of Wednesday’s collapse.

At least 19 people were killed as two four-storey buildings collapsed in the Moroccan city of Fes, the state news agency said Wednesday.

At least 19 dead, 16 injured after two four-storey buildings collapse in Moroccan City of Fes

Amid escalating tensions between Japan and China, the Chinese military aircraft along with Russia conducted a coordinated air patrol close to South Korea and Japan. In response, Japan and South Korea scrambled their jets. Tokyo said that as many as seven Russian and two Chinese aircraft briefly entered South Korea’s Air Defence Identification Zone (KADIZ). Seoul lodged diplomatic protests and Tokyo warned that the repeated joint flights represent intensified military activity aimed at Japan, raising serious national security concerns. However, both Beijing and Moscow said that the drill was part of their yearly joint strategic patrols. This comes after Japan accused China of aiming fighter jets radar at Japanese military aircraft.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/japan-china-passenger-ferry-services-halted-takaichi-faces-protest-in-tokyo-as-tensions-rise-what-s-happening-now-1765272235340/1765272235341">Japan-China passenger ferry services halted, Takaichi faces protest in Tokyo as tensions rise - What's happening now</a><h2>Japan and China tensions</h2>Japan and China are locked in one of the worst diplomatic tussle in years. The escalation of tension raised fear of a potential war in the Asia-Pacific region. While Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi is not ready to take back her statement on Taiwan, China has gone all out to state that her remarks is dangerous for the 'sovereignty' of the Chinese.&nbsp;It all began with one statement by Takaichi on Nov 14. She was asked by an opposition lawmaker in parliament about “survival-threatening situations.” In response, Takaichi gave an example that an attempt to bring Taiwan completely under the control of Beijing using battleships and military force could constitute such a situation.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/china-and-japan-embroiled-in-major-diplomatic-war-over-taiwan-what-triggered-it-and-what-s-happening-now-1763456353464">China and Japan embroiled in major diplomatic war over Taiwan – What triggered it and what's happening now</a>&nbsp;Beijing reacted sharply to Takaichi's remark and increased its military activities and ramped up drills around Japan. It even took up to the matter to the UN, sending a formal letter to UN Secretary-General António Guterres warning that any Japanese military move in the Taiwan Strait would be considered an act of aggression. China also cancelled planned meetings between culture ministers and issued notification advising Chinese nationals against visiting Japan. The international ferry Jian Zhen Hao operated by Japan-China International Ferry Co., that connects Shanghai with the western Japan cities of Kobe and Osaka, has stopped its services. Meanwhile, international community has urged for restraint from both sides and over a dozen Japanese scholars, including former government officials and media figures urged Takaichi to immediately retract her remarks on Taiwan.&nbsp;&nbsp;

China and Russia carried out a joint air patrol near South Korea and Japan, prompting both nations to scramble fighter jets. Seoul lodged a protest, while Tokyo warned the flights showed growing military pressure. 

Amid escalating tensions between Japan and China, the Chinese military aircraft along with Russia conducted a coordinated air patrol close to South Korea and Japan. In response, Japan and South Korea scrambled their jets. Tokyo said that as many as seven Russian and two Chinese aircraft briefly entered South Korea’s Air Defence Identification Zone (KADIZ). Seoul lodged diplomatic protests and Tokyo warned that the repeated joint flights represent intensified military activity aimed at Japan, raising serious national security concerns. However, both Beijing and Moscow said that the drill was part of their yearly joint strategic patrols. This comes after Japan accused China of aiming fighter jets radar at Japanese military aircraft. Also Read: Japan-China passenger ferry services halted, Takaichi faces protest in Tokyo as tensions rise - What's happening now Japan and China tensions Japan and China are locked in one of the worst diplomatic tussle in years. The escalation of tension raised fear of a potential war in the Asia-Pacific region. While Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi is not ready to take back her statement on Taiwan, China has gone all out to state that her remarks is dangerous for the 'sovereignty' of the Chinese. It all began with one statement by Takaichi on Nov 14. She was asked by an opposition lawmaker in parliament about “survival-threatening situations.” In response, Takaichi gave an example that an attempt to bring Taiwan completely under the control of Beijing using battleships and military force could constitute such a situation. Also Read: China and Japan embroiled in major diplomatic war over Taiwan – What triggered it and what's happening now Beijing reacted sharply to Takaichi's remark and increased its military activities and ramped up drills around Japan. It even took up to the matter to the UN, sending a formal letter to UN Secretary-General António Guterres warning that any Japanese military move in the Taiwan Strait would be considered an act of aggression. China also cancelled planned meetings between culture ministers and issued notification advising Chinese nationals against visiting Japan. The international ferry Jian Zhen Hao operated by Japan-China International Ferry Co., that connects Shanghai with the western Japan cities of Kobe and Osaka, has stopped its services. Meanwhile, international community has urged for restraint from both sides and over a dozen Japanese scholars, including former government officials and media figures urged Takaichi to immediately retract her remarks on Taiwan.

China and Russia carried out a joint air patrol near South Korea and Japan, prompting both nations to scramble fighter jets. Seoul lodged a protest, while Tokyo warned the flights showed growing military pressure.&nbsp;

China-Japan tensions escalate: Russia joins Chinese jets, South Korea lodges protest - What's happening now

US President Donald Trump, during his Pennsylvania rally, called affordability a ‘hoax’, praised 28-year-old White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt's lips. Trump is well known for publicly fawning over women, regardless of their age. He then railed down on immigrants with his xenophobic remarks and called their countries ‘shithole’.<h2>Trump calls affordability a Democrat's hoax</h2>Trump asserted that inflation was not a problem, and the democrats have used the term "affordability" as a “hoax” to hurt his reputation. Trump has recently faced a setback in the recent off-cycle elections. There had been growing claims that he is out of touch with the reality on the ground. In an interview with the Politico, Trump claimed that the economy was A++++. This is reminiscent of Joe Biden's term when he was going around explaining "Bidenomics" and how the country is in a great economic situation, irrespective of the rising cost of putting food on the table. According to a Politico poll, 46 per cent of US citizens believe that the cost of living is the highest of all time, and nearly 37 per cent of Trump voters are in agreement. He then went away from affordability to immigration, claiming why can't they have good people from Scandinavian countries, why always from ‘ shithole countries’ like Haiti, Somalia, etc. During the speech, he claimed that his favourite word was “tariff”, even though companies claim that some of the import tax will be passed on to customers in their purchasing price.&nbsp;<h2>Trump gushes over White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt</h2>Trump while talking to the crowd, suddenly moved his attention to 28-year-old White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. "Isn't she great? Is Karoline great? You know, when she goes on television, Fox, like, I mean, they dominate. They dominate when she gets up there with that beautiful face and those lips that don't stop, up, up, up, like, like a little machine gun, she's got no fear," &nbsp;said Trump. This is the third time Trump has fawned over Karoline Leavitt. Back in August, Trump said that her lips were like a “machine gun”, calling her a “star”. In October, after his victory lap trip to Israel and Egypt following the signing of his peace deal alongside Western and Arab leaders, he told reporter, “That face... and those lips.. they move like machine guns.”&nbsp;&nbsp;

Donald Trump dismissed affordability concerns as a Democratic “hoax” at his Pennsylvania rally, praised Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt’s “machine gun lips”, and repeated xenophobic remarks about immigrants from “shithole countries”

US President Donald Trump, during his Pennsylvania rally, called affordability a ‘hoax’, praised 28-year-old White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt's lips. Trump is well known for publicly fawning over women, regardless of their age. He then railed down on immigrants with his xenophobic remarks and called their countries ‘shithole’. Trump calls affordability a Democrat's hoax Trump asserted that inflation was not a problem, and the democrats have used the term "affordability" as a “hoax” to hurt his reputation. Trump has recently faced a setback in the recent off-cycle elections. There had been growing claims that he is out of touch with the reality on the ground. In an interview with the Politico, Trump claimed that the economy was A++++. This is reminiscent of Joe Biden's term when he was going around explaining "Bidenomics" and how the country is in a great economic situation, irrespective of the rising cost of putting food on the table. According to a Politico poll, 46 per cent of US citizens believe that the cost of living is the highest of all time, and nearly 37 per cent of Trump voters are in agreement. He then went away from affordability to immigration, claiming why can't they have good people from Scandinavian countries, why always from ‘ shithole countries’ like Haiti, Somalia, etc. During the speech, he claimed that his favourite word was “tariff”, even though companies claim that some of the import tax will be passed on to customers in their purchasing price. Trump gushes over White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt Trump while talking to the crowd, suddenly moved his attention to 28-year-old White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. "Isn't she great? Is Karoline great? You know, when she goes on television, Fox, like, I mean, they dominate. They dominate when she gets up there with that beautiful face and those lips that don't stop, up, up, up, like, like a little machine gun, she's got no fear," said Trump. This is the third time Trump has fawned over Karoline Leavitt. Back in August, Trump said that her lips were like a “machine gun”, calling her a “star”. In October, after his victory lap trip to Israel and Egypt following the signing of his peace deal alongside Western and Arab leaders, he told reporter, “That face... and those lips.. they move like machine guns.”

Donald Trump dismissed affordability concerns as a Democratic “hoax” at his Pennsylvania rally, praised Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt’s “machine gun lips”, and repeated xenophobic remarks about immigrants from “shithole countries”

Donald Trump calls affordability a 'hoax' praises Karoline Leavitt's 'machine gun' lips in Pennsylvania rally

Australia on Tuesday (Dec 9) became the world leader in cracking down on social media use by children under-16 with a ban that restricts their use of platforms like Meta's Facebook, X, and TikTok. Now, Tech companies that fail to purge teens from their platforms face a whopping US$33 million fines. However, while hundreds of thousands of teens have reported that they were logged out of their social accounts under the ban, others are bragging that they were still online. How? Some have lied during a platform's age verification process, and in one case, they bypassed the ban by using the picture of a golden retriever dog.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-bans-under-16s-from-social-media-but-youtube-warns-it-could-make-them-less-safe-wion-explains-1764746581502">Australia bans under-16s from social media, but YouTube warns it could make them less safe. Here's how</a><h2>What? Can a dog picture bypass Australia's social media ban?</h2>According to a Washington Post report, a group of teenagers in Australia found more than one way to fool the nation's new age-verification system. In one case, they used a photo of a golden retriever dog they found on Google. "It worked," the teen, identified as 16-year-old Mariska Adams, told the publication.<h2>Other ways teens are rebelling against the ban</h2>According to reports, others have taken to hiring adults to help them bypass the age verification, while some have just taken to using their parents' profiles, in many cases with their consent.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/make-america-safe-again-us-state-department-touts-achievement-85-000-visas-revoked-since-trump-returned-to-white-house-indians-students-affected-1765332063561">Trump cancelled 85,000 visas since January. The reasons may surprise you</a><h2>Tech giants say the ban makes the internet unsafe</h2>The government has already conceded that the law "won't be perfect", but argues it is a step in the right direction. However, tech giants like Meta say that the social media ban actually makes the internet unsafe for children. On Wednesday, Meta said that the ban was already pushing teens towards less regulated chat and image-sharing apps like Lemon8 and yope. These apps are currently not listed in Australia's social media ban, reports AFP."We've consistently raised concerns that this poorly developed law could push teens to less regulated platforms or apps. We're now seeing those concerns become reality," Meta said in a statement. The US-based company pointed out that these alternative apps do not have safety features like specialised teen accounts. "While we'll meet our legal obligations, we remain concerned this law will make teens less safe."

How are Aussie teens still on social media after the under-16 ban? Some lied about age. One even used a golden retriever’s photo. Here's all we know.

Australia on Tuesday (Dec 9) became the world leader in cracking down on social media use by children under-16 with a ban that restricts their use of platforms like Meta's Facebook, X, and TikTok. Now, Tech companies that fail to purge teens from their platforms face a whopping US$33 million fines. However, while hundreds of thousands of teens have reported that they were logged out of their social accounts under the ban, others are bragging that they were still online. How? Some have lied during a platform's age verification process, and in one case, they bypassed the ban by using the picture of a golden retriever dog. Also read | Australia bans under-16s from social media, but YouTube warns it could make them less safe. Here's how What? Can a dog picture bypass Australia's social media ban? According to a Washington Post report, a group of teenagers in Australia found more than one way to fool the nation's new age-verification system. In one case, they used a photo of a golden retriever dog they found on Google. "It worked," the teen, identified as 16-year-old Mariska Adams, told the publication. Other ways teens are rebelling against the ban According to reports, others have taken to hiring adults to help them bypass the age verification, while some have just taken to using their parents' profiles, in many cases with their consent. Also read | Trump cancelled 85,000 visas since January. The reasons may surprise you Tech giants say the ban makes the internet unsafe The government has already conceded that the law "won't be perfect", but argues it is a step in the right direction. However, tech giants like Meta say that the social media ban actually makes the internet unsafe for children. On Wednesday, Meta said that the ban was already pushing teens towards less regulated chat and image-sharing apps like Lemon8 and yope. These apps are currently not listed in Australia's social media ban, reports AFP. "We've consistently raised concerns that this poorly developed law could push teens to less regulated platforms or apps. We're now seeing those concerns become reality," Meta said in a statement. The US-based company pointed out that these alternative apps do not have safety features like specialised teen accounts. "While we'll meet our legal obligations, we remain concerned this law will make teens less safe."

How are Aussie teens still on social media after the under-16 ban? Some lied about age. One even used a golden retriever’s photo. Here's all we know.

Australian teens defy under-16 social media bans by using dog pictures. So, how 'safe' are they?

US President Donald Trump said the Democratic representative Ilhan Omar “should be thrown the hell out of our country” amid tensions over US immigration policy and the presence of fellow Somali-American communities in her state of Minnesota. This is part of Trump’s longstanding personal attacks on Omar, even as he accused Somali migrants of “destroying” the country through alleged welfare fraud and a failure to assimilate into American society.<h2>Alleged fraud by Minnesota’s Somali community</h2>There are some 100,000 Somali-Americans in Omar's Minnesota state. Trump’s xenophobic comments came after reports of probes into alleged fraud in Minnesota’s Somali community, such as misuse of taxpayer-funded healthcare programmes, which Trump linked directly to Omar. He is painting it as part of issues with migration from what he termed “s***hole countries” like Somalia.The US Justice Department has been conducting probes into fraud in Minnesota’s Medicaid and food assistance programmes by Somali residents, including alleged scams worth 250 million dollars since 2023.A Somali refugee and naturalised citizen, Omar has said Trump’s anger stems from his “failing” agenda and efforts to rally his base ahead of mid-term elections in Minnesota. She has been an opponent of ending Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Somalis and mass deportations.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-will-be-here-probably-longer-than-trump-ilhan-omar-says-trump-s-obsession-with-her-is-creepy-1764784747581">'Will be here probably longer than Trump': Ilhan Omar says Trump's obsession with her is ‘creepy’</a><h2>This is not the first time that Trump said Omar should leave the US: ‘Married her brother…’</h2>Trump has repeatedly claimed that Omar “married her brother” to fraudulently gain US entry and citizenship, calling it undeniable and grounds for denaturalisation. “She supposedly came into our country by marrying her brother... If that’s true, she shouldn’t be a congressman, and we should throw her the hell out,” Trump said.The rumours regarding her marriage were fanned by conservative media outlets since 2016, when Omar ran for the state assembly. The FBI, Minnesota Campaign Finance Board, and House Ethics Committee found no evidence after probes. No charges were filed, and Omar has fought these claims as Islamophobic smears.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-married-her-brother-trump-s-fresh-jibe-at-ilhan-omar-who-s-always-wrapped-in-her-swaddling-hijab-1764336478141">'Married her brother': Trump's fresh jibe at Ilhan Omar, who's 'always wrapped in her swaddling hijab'</a><h2>What is Ilhan Omar’s immigration status?</h2>Ilhan Omar, born to a Muslim family in Somalia in 1982, is a naturalised American citizen.&nbsp;She fled the Somali civil war as a child, arriving in the US as a refugee in 1995 after spending time in a refugee camp in Kenya. Omar later became a green card (permanent residency) holder and then a naturalised US citizen in 2000 when she was 17. She has served as the US Representative from Minnesota since 2019. &nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/gravitas-us-edition-progressive-democrats-object-to-iron-dome-funding-415693/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/gravitas-us-edition-progressive-democrats-object-to-iron-dome-funding-415693/embed</a><h2>Can Trump ‘throw out’ Omar from the US? What does the law say?</h2>Trump cannot unilaterally deport Omar via executive order, as deportation applies only to non-citizens. The US Constitution’s 14th Amendment guarantees equal protection to all citizens, and the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) does not authorise the president to expel citizens.Being a naturalised citizen, Omar has the same constitutional rights and protections as any US-born citizen, including the right to vote and hold elected office (except that of the US president).&nbsp;The law protects citizens — including naturalised ones — from deportation under normal circumstances.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/american-somalis-who-they-are-trump-ilhan-omar-rant-1764834021045">Somali migrants targeted in Trump’s racist and xenophobic rant, claims they ‘Destroyed Minnesota’</a><h2>But, there's a narrow legal loophole for revoking citizenship, or denaturalising a naturalised citizen</h2>Under INA Section 340 (8 U.S.C. § 1451), the Department of Justice (DOJ) can initiate a civil proceeding in federal court to strip somebody's citizenship if it proves, by “clear, unequivocal, and convincing evidence,” that the person willfully concealed a material fact or made a deliberate misrepresentation during the naturalisation process.&nbsp;This could range from fraud in applications or interviews to misrepresentation that directly affected eligibility for citizenship. If the legal move is successful, the person reverts to their prior immigration status, in Omar’s case as a refugee/asylee or permanent resident. &nbsp;This could open the door to deportation if they no longer qualify.This process has been extremely rare, with fewer than 100 cases per year, mostly applying to war criminals or terrorists. It can take years to complete, including litigation. It also requires judicial approval, not an executive order from the president.&nbsp;In short, Trump could direct the DOJ to pursue it, but the final decision will come from the courts.

Trump has renewed his attacks on Ilhan Omar, saying she should be thrown out of the US. Omar is a naturalised citizen. Can the president deport her?

US President Donald Trump said the Democratic representative Ilhan Omar “should be thrown the hell out of our country” amid tensions over US immigration policy and the presence of fellow Somali-American communities in her state of Minnesota. This is part of Trump’s longstanding personal attacks on Omar, even as he accused Somali migrants of “destroying” the country through alleged welfare fraud and a failure to assimilate into American society. Alleged fraud by Minnesota’s Somali community There are some 100,000 Somali-Americans in Omar's Minnesota state. Trump’s xenophobic comments came after reports of probes into alleged fraud in Minnesota’s Somali community, such as misuse of taxpayer-funded healthcare programmes, which Trump linked directly to Omar. He is painting it as part of issues with migration from what he termed “s***hole countries” like Somalia. The US Justice Department has been conducting probes into fraud in Minnesota’s Medicaid and food assistance programmes by Somali residents, including alleged scams worth 250 million dollars since 2023. A Somali refugee and naturalised citizen, Omar has said Trump’s anger stems from his “failing” agenda and efforts to rally his base ahead of mid-term elections in Minnesota. She has been an opponent of ending Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Somalis and mass deportations. Also read: 'Will be here probably longer than Trump': Ilhan Omar says Trump's obsession with her is ‘creepy’ This is not the first time that Trump said Omar should leave the US: ‘Married her brother…’ Trump has repeatedly claimed that Omar “married her brother” to fraudulently gain US entry and citizenship, calling it undeniable and grounds for denaturalisation. “She supposedly came into our country by marrying her brother... If that’s true, she shouldn’t be a congressman, and we should throw her the hell out,” Trump said. The rumours regarding her marriage were fanned by conservative media outlets since 2016, when Omar ran for the state assembly. The FBI, Minnesota Campaign Finance Board, and House Ethics Committee found no evidence after probes. No charges were filed, and Omar has fought these claims as Islamophobic smears. Also read: 'Married her brother': Trump's fresh jibe at Ilhan Omar, who's 'always wrapped in her swaddling hijab' What is Ilhan Omar’s immigration status? Ilhan Omar, born to a Muslim family in Somalia in 1982, is a naturalised American citizen. She fled the Somali civil war as a child, arriving in the US as a refugee in 1995 after spending time in a refugee camp in Kenya. Omar later became a green card (permanent residency) holder and then a naturalised US citizen in 2000 when she was 17. She has served as the US Representative from Minnesota since 2019. https://www.wionews.com/videos/gravitas-us-edition-progressive-democrats-object-to-iron-dome-funding-415693/embed Can Trump ‘throw out’ Omar from the US? What does the law say? Trump cannot unilaterally deport Omar via executive order, as deportation applies only to non-citizens. The US Constitution’s 14th Amendment guarantees equal protection to all citizens, and the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) does not authorise the president to expel citizens. Being a naturalised citizen, Omar has the same constitutional rights and protections as any US-born citizen, including the right to vote and hold elected office (except that of the US president). The law protects citizens — including naturalised ones — from deportation under normal circumstances. Also read: Somali migrants targeted in Trump’s racist and xenophobic rant, claims they ‘Destroyed Minnesota’ But, there's a narrow legal loophole for revoking citizenship, or denaturalising a naturalised citizen Under INA Section 340 (8 U.S.C. § 1451), the Department of Justice (DOJ) can initiate a civil proceeding in federal court to strip somebody's citizenship if it proves, by “clear, unequivocal, and convincing evidence,” that the person willfully concealed a material fact or made a deliberate misrepresentation during the naturalisation process. This could range from fraud in applications or interviews to misrepresentation that directly affected eligibility for citizenship. If the legal move is successful, the person reverts to their prior immigration status, in Omar’s case as a refugee/asylee or permanent resident. This could open the door to deportation if they no longer qualify. This process has been extremely rare, with fewer than 100 cases per year, mostly applying to war criminals or terrorists. It can take years to complete, including litigation. It also requires judicial approval, not an executive order from the president. In short, Trump could direct the DOJ to pursue it, but the final decision will come from the courts.

Trump has renewed his attacks on Ilhan Omar, saying she should be thrown out of the US. Omar is a naturalised citizen. Can the president deport her?

Trump says Ilhan Omar should be  ‘thrown the hell out’ of the US. What exactly is her immigration status? Can he deport her? What does the law say?

A 28-year-old woman from Suzhou, Jiangsu province, China, experienced severe complications, including vomiting blood, after she paid US$130 for a weight-loss treatment package that assured a 3.5kg loss per shot, according to South China Morning Post (SCMP).&nbsp;As per the report, the woman, identified as Chen, came across an advertisement for the weight loss injections through a friend's social media post. She paid 900 yuan (US$130) for a set of three jabs, which was marketed as a complete treatment.&nbsp;Although she used only half of the suggested dosage, she still experienced severe side effects. Chen lost 5kg in just four days, but soon began vomiting green and yellow fluid, a sign of bile reflux and damage to the stomach lining. Her condition worsened as she started vomiting blood. She was admitted to the hospital, where doctors said her body had suffered significant harm and advised her to avoid trying to conceive for at least a year.<h3>The weight-loss injections were unregulated</h3>"In the first three days, I really did lose almost a kilogram a day. I lost 5kg in total over just four days," Chen said as quoted. "On the fourth day, I started vomiting green and yellow fluids. At the hospital, they told me it was bile, and I had already burned the lining of my stomach. While lying down for an electrocardiogram, I suddenly vomited blood. My digestive tract was damaged and already bleeding," he added.&nbsp;"At that point, my pulse had stopped. I was not aware of anything: blood draws, emergency procedures and atrial fibrillation treatment. I only learned about it after regaining consciousness. My boyfriend told me I had come very close to receiving a critical condition notice."&nbsp;The report added that the weight-loss injections were unregulated and contained illegally sourced semaglutide. The case has since gained widespread attention on social media, sparking debate about the rising demand for such products and people's growing dependence on quick-fix weight-loss solutions.

The woman, identified as Chen, came across an advertisement for the weight loss injections through a friend's social media post. She paid 900 yuan (US$130) for a set of three jabs, which was marketed as a complete treatment.

A 28-year-old woman from Suzhou, Jiangsu province, China, experienced severe complications, including vomiting blood, after she paid US$130 for a weight-loss treatment package that assured a 3.5kg loss per shot, according to South China Morning Post (SCMP). As per the report, the woman, identified as Chen, came across an advertisement for the weight loss injections through a friend's social media post. She paid 900 yuan (US$130) for a set of three jabs, which was marketed as a complete treatment. Although she used only half of the suggested dosage, she still experienced severe side effects. Chen lost 5kg in just four days, but soon began vomiting green and yellow fluid, a sign of bile reflux and damage to the stomach lining. Her condition worsened as she started vomiting blood. She was admitted to the hospital, where doctors said her body had suffered significant harm and advised her to avoid trying to conceive for at least a year. The weight-loss injections were unregulated "In the first three days, I really did lose almost a kilogram a day. I lost 5kg in total over just four days," Chen said as quoted. "On the fourth day, I started vomiting green and yellow fluids. At the hospital, they told me it was bile, and I had already burned the lining of my stomach. While lying down for an electrocardiogram, I suddenly vomited blood. My digestive tract was damaged and already bleeding," he added. "At that point, my pulse had stopped. I was not aware of anything: blood draws, emergency procedures and atrial fibrillation treatment. I only learned about it after regaining consciousness. My boyfriend told me I had come very close to receiving a critical condition notice." The report added that the weight-loss injections were unregulated and contained illegally sourced semaglutide. The case has since gained widespread attention on social media, sparking debate about the rising demand for such products and people's growing dependence on quick-fix weight-loss solutions.

The woman, identified as Chen, came across an advertisement for the weight loss injections through a friend's social media post. She paid 900 yuan (US$130) for a set of three jabs, which was marketed as a complete treatment.

Chinese woman uses ‘3.5kg per shot’ weight-loss injections — What happened next was terrifying

US President Donald Trump, while talking to Politico, bragged that NATO calls him “daddy”. He praised Viktor Orbán for his immigration policy and claimed that Orbán sought a US-backed financial shield that is worth up to $20 billion. He claimed that European civilisation is in decay, specifically due to a major influx of migration and support for Ukraine. He called &nbsp;Volodymyr Zelenskyy the greatest salesman, “PT Barnum,” who “crooked” Biden out of $350 billion.<h2>Donald Trump claims Europe is in decline&nbsp;</h2>Trump claims that Europe has lost its global influence over the years, and some leaders are good, but some are “stupid”. He specifically pointed out their immigration policies. Trump argued that soon, some countries will not be viable.“You get some real stupid ones, too. But, uh, they’re not doing a good job. Europe is not doing a good job in many ways. They’re not doing a good job,” said Trump.He said that NATO calls him “daddy”, he raised their contribution from 2 per cent of GDP to 5 per cent of GDP, “the 2 per cent they weren’t paying and the 5 per cent they are paying.”. He said they every time the US sends weapons to Europe, they give it to Ukraine. Even after 4 years of war, they are not involved in production.&nbsp;When asked about the Trump administration's new foreign policy, which intends to reshape Europe's politics, “cultivating resistance to Europe’s current trajectory within European nations,” he responded that Europe is trying to be politically correct, which is going to be terrible for them.He hinted that the US is deeply involved with European politics now. &nbsp;“Well, I’d endorse ... I’ve endorsed people, but I’ve endorsed people that a lot of Europeans don’t like. I’ve endorsed Viktor Orbán… he allows nobody in his country. And Poland has done a very good job in that respect, too. But most European, uh, nations, uh, they’re ... they’re decaying. They’re decaying."&nbsp;Trump went on to attack London's mayor, Sadiq Khan, calling him a terrible person. “He’s got a totally different ideology of what he’s supposed to have. And he gets elected because so many people have come in. They vote for him now because you know, it’s like ... it’s uh, one of those things. But I hate what’s happened to London, and I hate what’s happened to Paris. I hate when I see it.”<h2>Donald Trump calls Volodymyr Zelenskyy the greatest salesman</h2>Donald Trump drew a comparison of the Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy with the “America's Greatest Showman,” PT Barnum. Trump alleges that Zelenskyy tricked former US President Joe Biden into giving him $350 billion. He said that even before Putin, “it was an understanding that Ukraine would not be going into NATO.” He said that Zelenskyy went in and asked for Crimea back from Putin and wanted to join NATO, which of course triggered Putin, then "crooked Joe Biden to give him $350 billion. And look what it got ... got him. About 25 per cent of his country is missing."Russian President Vladimir Putin has rejected a peace plan that involves the recognition of Crimea as Russian territory. Trump claimed that peace is difficult because both Putin and Zelenskyy hate each other. He also suggested that Zelenskyy, in the guise of war, has taken away the democratic rights of the Ukrainian people, many of whom are not happy with Zelenskyy.&nbsp;

Donald Trump claims Europe is in decline due to immigration, praises Viktor Orbán, attacks Sadiq Khan, and says Zelenskyy “tricked Biden” into giving $350B.

US President Donald Trump, while talking to Politico, bragged that NATO calls him “daddy”. He praised Viktor Orbán for his immigration policy and claimed that Orbán sought a US-backed financial shield that is worth up to $20 billion. He claimed that European civilisation is in decay, specifically due to a major influx of migration and support for Ukraine. He called Volodymyr Zelenskyy the greatest salesman, “PT Barnum,” who “crooked” Biden out of $350 billion. Donald Trump claims Europe is in decline Trump claims that Europe has lost its global influence over the years, and some leaders are good, but some are “stupid”. He specifically pointed out their immigration policies. Trump argued that soon, some countries will not be viable. “You get some real stupid ones, too. But, uh, they’re not doing a good job. Europe is not doing a good job in many ways. They’re not doing a good job,” said Trump. He said that NATO calls him “daddy”, he raised their contribution from 2 per cent of GDP to 5 per cent of GDP, “the 2 per cent they weren’t paying and the 5 per cent they are paying.”. He said they every time the US sends weapons to Europe, they give it to Ukraine. Even after 4 years of war, they are not involved in production. When asked about the Trump administration's new foreign policy, which intends to reshape Europe's politics, “cultivating resistance to Europe’s current trajectory within European nations,” he responded that Europe is trying to be politically correct, which is going to be terrible for them. He hinted that the US is deeply involved with European politics now. “Well, I’d endorse ... I’ve endorsed people, but I’ve endorsed people that a lot of Europeans don’t like. I’ve endorsed Viktor Orbán… he allows nobody in his country. And Poland has done a very good job in that respect, too. But most European, uh, nations, uh, they’re ... they’re decaying. They’re decaying." Trump went on to attack London's mayor, Sadiq Khan, calling him a terrible person. “He’s got a totally different ideology of what he’s supposed to have. And he gets elected because so many people have come in. They vote for him now because you know, it’s like ... it’s uh, one of those things. But I hate what’s happened to London, and I hate what’s happened to Paris. I hate when I see it.” Donald Trump calls Volodymyr Zelenskyy the greatest salesman Donald Trump drew a comparison of the Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy with the “America's Greatest Showman,” PT Barnum. Trump alleges that Zelenskyy tricked former US President Joe Biden into giving him $350 billion. He said that even before Putin, “it was an understanding that Ukraine would not be going into NATO.” He said that Zelenskyy went in and asked for Crimea back from Putin and wanted to join NATO, which of course triggered Putin, then "crooked Joe Biden to give him $350 billion. And look what it got ... got him. About 25 per cent of his country is missing." Russian President Vladimir Putin has rejected a peace plan that involves the recognition of Crimea as Russian territory. Trump claimed that peace is difficult because both Putin and Zelenskyy hate each other. He also suggested that Zelenskyy, in the guise of war, has taken away the democratic rights of the Ukrainian people, many of whom are not happy with Zelenskyy.

Donald Trump claims Europe is in decline due to immigration, praises Viktor Orbán, attacks Sadiq Khan, and says Zelenskyy “tricked Biden” into giving $350B.

Donald Trump says NATO calls him 'daddy', calls Volodymyr Zelenskyy 'PT Barnum' who 'tricked Biden'

Democrat Eileen Higgins on Tuesday (Dec 9) defeated a Republican candidate backed by President Donald Trump in Miami and became the first member of her party in nearly three decades to be elected as mayor. Higgins, who is former Miami-Dade County commissioner led her Republican opponent, Emilio Gonzalez, by 18 percentage points, according to Reuters.&nbsp;&nbsp;This is the second time when a Trump backed candidate has been defeated by a Democrat in mayoral elections. In November, Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani defeated Trump-backed Andrew Cuomo in New York City mayoral elections. AFP reported that the turnout in the off-year election was low, with only about 20 percent of registered voters participating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/from-srk-s-pose-to-dhoom-macchale-how-zohran-mamdani-used-bollywood-and-south-asian-language-culture-to-win-big-in-new-york-city-1762335898756">From SRK's pose to Dhoom macchale: How Zohran Mamdani used Bollywood and South Asian language, culture to win big in New York City</a>&nbsp;In a statement after the victory, Higgins said, “Together, we turned the page on years of chaos and corruption and opened the door to a new era for our city -- one defined by ethical, accountable leadership that delivers real results for the people.” With this victory, she also became the first woman ever elected to the office and the first non-Hispanic candidate since the 1990s to be elected mayor of Miami. She marks the latest Democratic victory in a sweep of election wins this year, following major state-level races in Virginia and New Jersey and the New York mayoralty.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/zohran-mamdani-reveals-real-reason-why-he-is-critical-of-indian-pm-modi-bjp-1761118768748">Zohran Mamdani reveals REAL reason why he is critical of Indian PM Modi</a>&nbsp;Trump had endorsed Republican Gonzalez on November 17, urging Miami voters: “GET OUT AND VOTE FOR EMILIO - HE WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN!” Despite high Latino population and the dominance of Miami politics by Republicans of Cuban descent for much of the past three decades, Higgins' win shows Trump's waning impact after being voted to power in January this year.

Miami’s mayoral race gained national attention as Democrat Raquel Regalado Higgins scored a historic win, becoming the city’s first female and first non-Hispanic mayor in decades. Her victory signals potential waning GOP strength 

Democrat Eileen Higgins on Tuesday (Dec 9) defeated a Republican candidate backed by President Donald Trump in Miami and became the first member of her party in nearly three decades to be elected as mayor. Higgins, who is former Miami-Dade County commissioner led her Republican opponent, Emilio Gonzalez, by 18 percentage points, according to Reuters. This is the second time when a Trump backed candidate has been defeated by a Democrat in mayoral elections. In November, Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani defeated Trump-backed Andrew Cuomo in New York City mayoral elections. AFP reported that the turnout in the off-year election was low, with only about 20 percent of registered voters participating. Also Read: From SRK's pose to Dhoom macchale: How Zohran Mamdani used Bollywood and South Asian language, culture to win big in New York City In a statement after the victory, Higgins said, “Together, we turned the page on years of chaos and corruption and opened the door to a new era for our city -- one defined by ethical, accountable leadership that delivers real results for the people.” With this victory, she also became the first woman ever elected to the office and the first non-Hispanic candidate since the 1990s to be elected mayor of Miami. She marks the latest Democratic victory in a sweep of election wins this year, following major state-level races in Virginia and New Jersey and the New York mayoralty. Also Read: Zohran Mamdani reveals REAL reason why he is critical of Indian PM Modi Trump had endorsed Republican Gonzalez on November 17, urging Miami voters: “GET OUT AND VOTE FOR EMILIO - HE WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN!” Despite high Latino population and the dominance of Miami politics by Republicans of Cuban descent for much of the past three decades, Higgins' win shows Trump's waning impact after being voted to power in January this year.

Miami’s mayoral race gained national attention as Democrat Raquel Regalado Higgins scored a historic win, becoming the city’s first female and first non-Hispanic mayor in decades. Her victory signals potential waning GOP strength&nbsp;

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The Punjab Assembly on Tuesday (Dec 9) passed a resolution calling for a ban on Pakistan's jailed former prime minister Imran Khan and his party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), branding them "anti-state". The motion was adopted amid sharp political tensions and an escalating confrontation between the military, the ruling coalition and the opposition.<h2>Imran Khan's "anti-army" rhetoric</h2>The move comes days after the military’s media wing chief, Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, accused Khan of promoting what he described as "anti-army" narratives. The ISPR chief said such rhetoric had crossed the line from politics and now posed a national security threat.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pakistani-taliban-gunmen-storm-pakistan-checkpoint-near-afghan-border-six-soldiers-killed-1765268753648">Pakistani Taliban gunmen storm Pakistan checkpoint near Afghan border, six soldiers killed</a>Since that press briefing, leaders from the ruling Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz and PTI have traded barbs. Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said Imran Khan had used similarly harsh language against political opponents in the past and argued the PTI had no grounds to object to criticism from the military. PTI leaders, however, dismissed the allegations as "ridiculous," insisting the former prime minister was "not a security threat".<h2>PTI, Imran Khan, banned for insulting institutions that countered "enemy" like India</h2>The resolution was introduced by PML-N lawmaker Tahir Pervaiz and passed by the treasury benches after PTI lawmakers boycotted the proceedings. While the text stopped short of naming PTI or Imran Khan directly, its intent was clear.The resolution, as per a DAWN report, praised state institutions, saying they had successfully defended Pakistan against far larger adversaries, including India. "The institutions that safeguard Pakistan on every front and have successfully countered an enemy five times larger, such as India, are vital to the country’s integrity and stability".Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/fake-news-alert-pakistani-propoganda-accounts-try-to-use-ai-to-smear-army-chief-and-drag-wion-into-it-1764316925034">Fake news alert: Pakistani propaganda accounts try to use AI to smear Indian Army Chief and drag WION into it</a>It also accused a political party and its founder of "acting as a tool of the enemy state...making statements against the country and spreading chaos". It called for a ban on both and urged legal action against any individual, political or otherwise, found guilty under the law, with "appropriate punishment" to follow. The Assembly also paid tribute to the leadership and personnel of institutions tasked with safeguarding Pakistan's security.

Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan and his PTI party have been banned in Pakistan's Punjab. A fresh resolution brands Khan and PTI “anti-state”, accuses them of echoing enemy narratives and backs legal action. What triggered it, and how the army fits in, scroll down.

The Punjab Assembly on Tuesday (Dec 9) passed a resolution calling for a ban on Pakistan's jailed former prime minister Imran Khan and his party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), branding them "anti-state". The motion was adopted amid sharp political tensions and an escalating confrontation between the military, the ruling coalition and the opposition. Imran Khan's "anti-army" rhetoric The move comes days after the military’s media wing chief, Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, accused Khan of promoting what he described as "anti-army" narratives. The ISPR chief said such rhetoric had crossed the line from politics and now posed a national security threat. Also read | Pakistani Taliban gunmen storm Pakistan checkpoint near Afghan border, six soldiers killed Since that press briefing, leaders from the ruling Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz and PTI have traded barbs. Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said Imran Khan had used similarly harsh language against political opponents in the past and argued the PTI had no grounds to object to criticism from the military. PTI leaders, however, dismissed the allegations as "ridiculous," insisting the former prime minister was "not a security threat". PTI, Imran Khan, banned for insulting institutions that countered "enemy" like India The resolution was introduced by PML-N lawmaker Tahir Pervaiz and passed by the treasury benches after PTI lawmakers boycotted the proceedings. While the text stopped short of naming PTI or Imran Khan directly, its intent was clear. The resolution, as per a DAWN report, praised state institutions, saying they had successfully defended Pakistan against far larger adversaries, including India. "The institutions that safeguard Pakistan on every front and have successfully countered an enemy five times larger, such as India, are vital to the country’s integrity and stability". Also read | Fake news alert: Pakistani propaganda accounts try to use AI to smear Indian Army Chief and drag WION into it It also accused a political party and its founder of "acting as a tool of the enemy state...making statements against the country and spreading chaos". It called for a ban on both and urged legal action against any individual, political or otherwise, found guilty under the law, with "appropriate punishment" to follow. The Assembly also paid tribute to the leadership and personnel of institutions tasked with safeguarding Pakistan's security.

Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan and his PTI party have been banned in Pakistan's Punjab. A fresh resolution brands Khan and PTI “anti-state”, accuses them of echoing enemy narratives and backs legal action. What triggered it, and how the army fits in, scroll down.

Pakistan: Punjab Assembly bans Imran Khan, PTI, drags 'enemy' India into rhetoric while slamming ex-PM

Breaking his silence on the fresh clashes between Thailand and Cambodia, US President Donald Trump said that he would make a phone call to the leaders of both the countries urging them to stop the fighting. Fresh clashes erupted between both countries months after Trump brokered a peace deal. Speaking at a rally in Pennsylvania on Tuesday (Dec 9), Trump said that he hates seeing Thailand and Cambodia fighting again. Thailand and Cambodia clashes entered third day on Wednesday (Dec 10). Meanwhile, Thailand's foreign minister said in an interview that he saw no potential for negotiations in the border conflict, adding the situation was not conducive to third-party mediation, while a top adviser to Cambodia's Prime Minister Hun Manet told Reuters his country was “ready to talk at any time,” reported Reuters.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/cambodia-thailand-fighting-escalates-thousands-flee-death-toll-increases-military-ops-continue-what-will-be-fate-of-trump-s-ceasefire-1765258831944/1765258831945">Cambodia-Thailand fighting escalates: Thousands flee, death toll increases, military ops continue - What will be fate of Trump's ceasefire?</a>&nbsp;"I hate to say this one, named Cambodia-Thailand and it started up today and tomorrow I am going to have to make a phone call. Who else could say I'm going to make a phone call and stop a war of two very powerful countries, Thailand and Cambodia," Trump said. In another post on Truth Social, he again claimed ending eight wars: "There has never been a President that has worked as hard as me! My hours are the longest, and my results are among the best. I’ve stopped Eight Wars, saving many millions of lives in the process," he wrote.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | US President Donald Trump says, &quot;In 10 months, I ended eight wars, including Kosovo-Serbia, Pakistan and India. They were going at it. Israel and Iran, Egypt and Ethiopia. Armenia and Azerbaijan. I hate to say this, Cambodia and Thailand started up today. Tomorrow I have… <a href="https://t.co/ZpaCA8BzXP">pic.twitter.com/ZpaCA8BzXP</a>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1998580764385095895?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 10, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Meanwhile, slamming The New York Times for suggesting that he is “slow” and questioning his physical and cognitive health, Trump said, “I created an “aura” around the United States that has led every Country in the World to respect us more than ever before.” Calling them “enemies of the country”, he wrote, “I go out of my way to do long, thorough, and very boring Medical Examinations at Walter Reed, supervised by top doctors who have given me PERFECT marks. I have taken Cognitive Examinations on three separate occasions and ACED all of them in front of many doctors and experts. I’ve been told few people have been able to do the same. Despite all of this, The New York Times and others pretend I am “slowing up” or not as sharp, knowing it is untrue. I work very hard, maybe harder than ever. I believe it’s seditious, perhaps even treasonous, for The New York Times to publish fake reports to libel and demean the President of the United States.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/thailand-s-foreign-minister-refuses-any-potential-for-negotiations-with-cambodia-1765302537126">Thailand's Foreign Minister refuses any potential for negotiations with Cambodia</a><h2>What triggered the fresh clashes?</h2>The fresh clashes were triggered after a Thai soldier was injured by a landmine in November. Thailand accused Cambodia of laying mines in the disputed areas, while Cambodia denied. Thailand on Dec 8 launched an air strikes against Cambodia after the death of a Thai soldier. Cambodia then said that it retaliated against Thailand will full force. Both countries were embroiled in intense clashes earlier in July for approximately a week. It left 43 people dead and forced around 300,000 to flee.

US President Donald Trump said that he will call Thailand and Cambodia’s leaders to stop renewed border clashes, months after he brokered a peace deal. As fighting entered day three, Thailand ruled out negotiations, while Cambodia said it was ready for talks.

Breaking his silence on the fresh clashes between Thailand and Cambodia, US President Donald Trump said that he would make a phone call to the leaders of both the countries urging them to stop the fighting. Fresh clashes erupted between both countries months after Trump brokered a peace deal. Speaking at a rally in Pennsylvania on Tuesday (Dec 9), Trump said that he hates seeing Thailand and Cambodia fighting again. Thailand and Cambodia clashes entered third day on Wednesday (Dec 10). Meanwhile, Thailand's foreign minister said in an interview that he saw no potential for negotiations in the border conflict, adding the situation was not conducive to third-party mediation, while a top adviser to Cambodia's Prime Minister Hun Manet told Reuters his country was “ready to talk at any time,” reported Reuters. Also Read: Cambodia-Thailand fighting escalates: Thousands flee, death toll increases, military ops continue - What will be fate of Trump's ceasefire? "I hate to say this one, named Cambodia-Thailand and it started up today and tomorrow I am going to have to make a phone call. Who else could say I'm going to make a phone call and stop a war of two very powerful countries, Thailand and Cambodia," Trump said. In another post on Truth Social, he again claimed ending eight wars: "There has never been a President that has worked as hard as me! My hours are the longest, and my results are among the best. I’ve stopped Eight Wars, saving many millions of lives in the process," he wrote.

US President Donald Trump said that he will call Thailand and Cambodia’s leaders to stop renewed border clashes, months after he brokered a peace deal. As fighting entered day three, Thailand ruled out negotiations, while Cambodia said it was ready for talks.

'I hate to say...': Trump breaks silence as fresh Thailand-Cambodia clashes put his peace deal in jeopardy

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is carrying out a wide-ranging review into deaths that may potentially be linked to COVID-19 vaccines, a spokesperson for Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said on Tuesday (Dec 9), setting off fresh alarm across the medical community. The investigation comes after President Donald Trump appointed Kennedy, a long-time vaccine sceptic, to lead the health department, a move that has already triggered sweeping changes in US vaccine policy.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/make-america-safe-again-us-state-department-touts-achievement-85-000-visas-revoked-since-trump-returned-to-white-house-indians-students-affected-1765332063561">Trump cancelled 85,000 visas since January. The reasons may surprise you</a><h2>FDA investigating COVID-related deaths</h2>"FDA is doing a thorough investigation across multiple age groups of deaths potentially related to COVID vaccines," Andrew Nixon, a spokesperson for the health and human services department, told AFP. Bloomberg and the Washington Post had earlier reported on the probe.The review, as per the report, was originally expected to focus on possible child deaths, but the scope appears to have widened. In late November, controversy erupted after an internal FDA document was leaked to the media. The memo, attributed to a senior official, claimed that COVID-19 vaccines were linked to at least 10 infant deaths, though it offered no data or supporting evidence. Nixon, however, declined to give details on how the FDA is conducting the review, what data is being examined or when findings might be released.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/europe-is-decaying-russia-has-the-upper-hand-trump-slams-allies-over-immigration-and-ukraine-1765328544941">'Decaying' and 'weak': Trump launches scathing attack on Europe and Ukraine</a><h2>How safe are coronavirus vaccines?</h2>Health authorities around the world have repeatedly said the safety and effectiveness of Covid vaccines have been thoroughly studied. While rare serious side effects have been identified, experts stress these cases do not outweigh the vaccines’ benefits for the vast majority of people.The Trump administration's recent moves, notably with the restructured CDC advisory panel and its anti-vaccine stance, have now become a cause of concern that political ideology may be taking precedence over medical science. Medical experts have expressed concern over the direction the FDA has taken under Kennedy’s leadership. Kennedy has a long record of promoting vaccine misinformation. In 2023, he described COVID-19 vaccines as deadly and made unsubstantiated claims that the virus was "targeted" to harm Black and White populations while sparing Ashkenazi Jews and Chinese people. &nbsp;

The FDA is probing deaths possibly linked to COVID vaccines across age groups after Trump put vaccine sceptic RFK Jr in charge. What triggered it, and why doctors are alarmed, scroll down.

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is carrying out a wide-ranging review into deaths that may potentially be linked to COVID-19 vaccines, a spokesperson for Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said on Tuesday (Dec 9), setting off fresh alarm across the medical community. The investigation comes after President Donald Trump appointed Kennedy, a long-time vaccine sceptic, to lead the health department, a move that has already triggered sweeping changes in US vaccine policy. Also read | Trump cancelled 85,000 visas since January. The reasons may surprise you FDA investigating COVID-related deaths "FDA is doing a thorough investigation across multiple age groups of deaths potentially related to COVID vaccines," Andrew Nixon, a spokesperson for the health and human services department, told AFP. Bloomberg and the Washington Post had earlier reported on the probe. The review, as per the report, was originally expected to focus on possible child deaths, but the scope appears to have widened. In late November, controversy erupted after an internal FDA document was leaked to the media. The memo, attributed to a senior official, claimed that COVID-19 vaccines were linked to at least 10 infant deaths, though it offered no data or supporting evidence. Nixon, however, declined to give details on how the FDA is conducting the review, what data is being examined or when findings might be released. Also read | 'Decaying' and 'weak': Trump launches scathing attack on Europe and Ukraine How safe are coronavirus vaccines? Health authorities around the world have repeatedly said the safety and effectiveness of Covid vaccines have been thoroughly studied. While rare serious side effects have been identified, experts stress these cases do not outweigh the vaccines’ benefits for the vast majority of people. The Trump administration's recent moves, notably with the restructured CDC advisory panel and its anti-vaccine stance, have now become a cause of concern that political ideology may be taking precedence over medical science. Medical experts have expressed concern over the direction the FDA has taken under Kennedy’s leadership. Kennedy has a long record of promoting vaccine misinformation. In 2023, he described COVID-19 vaccines as deadly and made unsubstantiated claims that the virus was "targeted" to harm Black and White populations while sparing Ashkenazi Jews and Chinese people.

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