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China's President Xi Jinping said in his New Year's speech on Tuesday (Dec 31) that no one can stop China's "reunification" with Taiwan. Xi laid down a clear warning to what Beijing calls pro-independence forces within and outside of Taiwan, an island of 23 million people.&nbsp;
China, in the past year has reportedly increased military pressure on Taiwan by sending warships close to its borders and breaching air space almost every single day. Taiwan authorities have called it creeping efforts of China to "normalise" its military presence on the Island.&nbsp;
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China treats the democratically-governed Taiwan as its own territory. While Taiwan strictly rejects such claims of Beijing saying only Taiwan's people can decide its future and Beijing must respect the decision.&nbsp;
In a televised speech, Xi said, "The people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait are one family. No one can sever our family bonds, and no one can stop the historical trend of national reunification."
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Last year as well, Xi in his New Year's speech had said that China's "reunification" with Taiwan is inevitable and that people on both sides "should be bound by a common sense of purpose and share in the glory of the rejuvenation of the Chinese nation."
China-Taiwan tension has escalated in the past few years, especially after Lai Ching-te, deemed a "separatist" by Beijing, became Taiwan's president in May 2024.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)
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World | China-Taiwan tension has escalated for a few years, especially after Lai Ching-te, deemed a "separatist" by Beijing, became Taiwan's president in May 2024. 

China's President Xi Jinping said in his New Year's speech on Tuesday (Dec 31) that no one can stop China's "reunification" with Taiwan. Xi laid down a clear warning to what Beijing calls pro-independence forces within and outside of Taiwan, an island of 23 million people. China, in the past year has reportedly increased military pressure on Taiwan by sending warships close to its borders and breaching air space almost every single day. Taiwan authorities have called it creeping efforts of China to "normalise" its military presence on the Island. Also read | ‘I’m not particularly afraid’: Japan’s Ishiba moves into 'haunted' PM house China treats the democratically-governed Taiwan as its own territory. While Taiwan strictly rejects such claims of Beijing saying only Taiwan's people can decide its future and Beijing must respect the decision. In a televised speech, Xi said, "The people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait are one family. No one can sever our family bonds, and no one can stop the historical trend of national reunification." Also read | Yemen sanctions death sentence to Indian nurse Nimisha Priya, India responds Last year as well, Xi in his New Year's speech had said that China's "reunification" with Taiwan is inevitable and that people on both sides "should be bound by a common sense of purpose and share in the glory of the rejuvenation of the Chinese nation." China-Taiwan tension has escalated in the past few years, especially after Lai Ching-te, deemed a "separatist" by Beijing, became Taiwan's president in May 2024. (With inputs from agencies)

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Shigeru Ishiba began moving into the Japanese prime minister's official residence in central Tokyo on Saturday despite the paranormal tales about the building that witnessed military rebellions, according to Reuters. Ishiba dismissed the concerns that the residence is haunted by spirits that had tried to depose previous leaders.
<h2 dir="ltr">Horror mystery!</h2>
The prime minister is well aware of the horror stories around the mansion and about the presence of spirits that tried to overthrow previous leaders of the nation, but he dismissed them. &ldquo;I&rsquo;m not particularly afraid,&rdquo; Ishiba told reporters when asked about the ghost rumours. &ldquo;It might be scary to actually see something, but it&rsquo;s not something we&rsquo;re worried about.&rdquo;
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<h2 dir="ltr">Ishiba&rsquo;s apprehensions after defeat in elections</h2>
Ishiba became the prime minister in October but continued staying in an accommodation reserved for members of the Diet, Japan&rsquo;s parliament. His shifting was delayed due to renovations of the building after it was vacated by former prime minister Fumio Kishida. Ishiba&rsquo;s position as prime minister is delicate due to the defeat he faced in October&rsquo;s general elections, and now he leads a minority government. In such a precarious situation, ghosts from the past might be the least concern for him.&nbsp;
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<h2 dir="ltr">Haunting tales of Kantei</h2>
In 2002, the modern building called 'Kantei' was built near Tokyo&rsquo;s Diet district, not just as the residence of the prime minister but also as the office of the chief cabinet secretary and Japan&rsquo;s national crisis management centre. But some former leaders have refrained from living here even though it held importance.&nbsp;
&gt; Yoshihide Suga, who served as prime minister for 13 months from September 2020, refused to move in, although he never explained why.
&gt; In 2013, a politician asked then-prime minister Shinzo Abe if ghosts were the reason he hadn&rsquo;t moved in. Abe dismissed the question, but his chief cabinet secretary at the time, Yoshihide Suga humorously said, &ldquo;Now that you mention it, maybe I do feel something.&rdquo;
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<h2 dir="ltr">Ghostly encounters in the past</h2>
<ul>
<li dir="ltr">In 2000, Prime Minister Yoshiro Mori confided in a friend that he was hearing marching soldiers while staying at the residence.&nbsp; </li>
<li dir="ltr">Junichiro Koizumi, prime minister from 2001 to 2006, had brought a Shinto priest to perform an exorcism before they moved in.&nbsp; </li>
<li dir="ltr">Tsutomu Hata, the wife of former prime minister, also shared her experience in her 1996 memoirs. She said that she felt an uncanny presence during their two-month stay in 1994 when she saw military officers standing in the garden at night.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Isihiba, however, is unperturbed by the ghost tales and is focusing on his leadership battles. Unconcerned about the presence of spirits in Kantei, Ishiba&rsquo;s move brings a new beginning to the historic residence.&nbsp; 
(With inputs from agencies)

World news, trending: PM Ishiba is aware of the horror stories about the presence of spirits in the mansion that tried to overthrow previous leaders but dismissed them. 

Shigeru Ishiba began moving into the Japanese prime minister's official residence in central Tokyo on Saturday despite the paranormal tales about the building that witnessed military rebellions, according to Reuters. Ishiba dismissed the concerns that the residence is haunted by spirits that had tried to depose previous leaders. Horror mystery! The prime minister is well aware of the horror stories around the mansion and about the presence of spirits that tried to overthrow previous leaders of the nation, but he dismissed them. “I’m not particularly afraid,” Ishiba told reporters when asked about the ghost rumours. “It might be scary to actually see something, but it’s not something we’re worried about.” Also Read: Japan PM Ishiba vows to stay in office despite disastrous parliamentary election Ishiba’s apprehensions after defeat in elections Ishiba became the prime minister in October but continued staying in an accommodation reserved for members of the Diet, Japan’s parliament. His shifting was delayed due to renovations of the building after it was vacated by former prime minister Fumio Kishida. Ishiba’s position as prime minister is delicate due to the defeat he faced in October’s general elections, and now he leads a minority government. In such a precarious situation, ghosts from the past might be the least concern for him. Also Read: Japan's PM Shigeru Ishiba wins run-off vote in parliament to stay in post despite election setback Haunting tales of Kantei In 2002, the modern building called 'Kantei' was built near Tokyo’s Diet district, not just as the residence of the prime minister but also as the office of the chief cabinet secretary and Japan’s national crisis management centre. But some former leaders have refrained from living here even though it held importance. > Yoshihide Suga, who served as prime minister for 13 months from September 2020, refused to move in, although he never explained why. > In 2013, a politician asked then-prime minister Shinzo Abe if ghosts were the reason he hadn’t moved in. Abe dismissed the question, but his chief cabinet secretary at the time, Yoshihide Suga humorously said, “Now that you mention it, maybe I do feel something.” Also Read: Japan PM Ishiba says held phone call with 'very friendly' Trump Ghostly encounters in the past In 2000, Prime Minister Yoshiro Mori confided in a friend that he was hearing marching soldiers while staying at the residence. Junichiro Koizumi, prime minister from 2001 to 2006, had brought a Shinto priest to perform an exorcism before they moved in. Tsutomu Hata, the wife of former prime minister, also shared her experience in her 1996 memoirs. She said that she felt an uncanny presence during their two-month stay in 1994 when she saw military officers standing in the garden at night. Isihiba, however, is unperturbed by the ghost tales and is focusing on his leadership battles. Unconcerned about the presence of spirits in Kantei, Ishiba’s move brings a new beginning to the historic residence. (With inputs from agencies)

‘I’m not particularly afraid’: Japan’s Ishiba moves into 'haunted' PM house

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Shortly after two big plane crashes, one in South Korea and another in Kazakhstan, harrowing footage of a near crash of two US planes was caught on camera.&nbsp;
A Delta flight almost crashed into a private jet on the runway at Los Angeles International Airport. The clip that has been circulating on social media shows how the two avoided the crash just as the air traffic control intervened.
Reportedly, the Key Lime Air private jet was carrying the Gonzaga University men&rsquo;s basketball team and could be seen approaching a runway just when another flight was taking off on Friday (Dec 27), according to news agency AP.
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🚨 &ldquo;STOP STOP STOP!&rdquo; LAX ATC urgently called out to a Key Lime Air jet as a Delta jet took off from runway 24L. Was this a runway incursion? All of it captured live during Friday&rsquo;s Airline Videos Live broadcast. <a href="https://t.co/5vwQfVzggQ">pic.twitter.com/5vwQfVzggQ</a>
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A plane-spotting livestream recorded the whole ordeal along with the audio of an air traffic controller who can be heard yelling, &ldquo;Stop, stop, stop!&rdquo; The flight was immediately stopped, averting another disastrous plane crash as Delta Flight 471 can be seen lifting off at full speed.
&ldquo;Woo! Woo! Wow,&rdquo; a plane spotter who was filming the runway can be heard exclaiming. The clip was uploaded to Airline Videos on YouTube.
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&ldquo;In the years I&rsquo;ve been doing this, I&rsquo;ve never heard a ATC controller tell a plane to &lsquo;Stop, stop, stop,&rsquo;&rdquo; the plane spotter added. The private jet was seen going ahead after the runway was clear.
<h2>Investigation launched</h2>
An investigation by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has been launched into the matter after the near-miss.
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<h2>The year of deadly air travel</h2>
The year 2024, has been the deadliest for air travel since 2018 with two major plane crashes in December. In South Korea, 179 were killed after a Jeju Air flight crashed into a concrete barrier on Sunday (Dec 21). And in Kazakhstan, an Azerbaijani passenger plane crashed killing 38 people due to a suspected Russian missile strike on Wednesday (Dec 25).
(With inputs from agencies)

World | A Delta flight almost crashed into a private jet on the runway at Los Angeles International Airport. The clip that has been circulating on social media shows how the two avoided the crash just as the air traffic control intervened.

Shortly after two big plane crashes, one in South Korea and another in Kazakhstan, harrowing footage of a near crash of two US planes was caught on camera. A Delta flight almost crashed into a private jet on the runway at Los Angeles International Airport. The clip that has been circulating on social media shows how the two avoided the crash just as the air traffic control intervened. Reportedly, the Key Lime Air private jet was carrying the Gonzaga University men’s basketball team and could be seen approaching a runway just when another flight was taking off on Friday (Dec 27), according to news agency AP. 🚨 “STOP STOP STOP!” LAX ATC urgently called out to a Key Lime Air jet as a Delta jet took off from runway 24L. Was this a runway incursion? All of it captured live during Friday’s Airline Videos Live broadcast. pic.twitter.com/5vwQfVzggQ — AIRLINE VIDEOS (@airlinevideos) December 28, 2024 A plane-spotting livestream recorded the whole ordeal along with the audio of an air traffic controller who can be heard yelling, “Stop, stop, stop!” The flight was immediately stopped, averting another disastrous plane crash as Delta Flight 471 can be seen lifting off at full speed. “Woo! Woo! Wow,” a plane spotter who was filming the runway can be heard exclaiming. The clip was uploaded to Airline Videos on YouTube. Also read | South Korea plane crash had two survivors. What saved them? “In the years I’ve been doing this, I’ve never heard a ATC controller tell a plane to ‘Stop, stop, stop,’” the plane spotter added. The private jet was seen going ahead after the runway was clear. Investigation launched An investigation by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has been launched into the matter after the near-miss. “Air traffic controllers directed Key Lime Air Flight 563 to hold short of crossing a runway at Los Angeles International Airport because a second aircraft was taking off from the runway at the time,” the FAA said in a statement. “When the Embraer E135 jet proceeded to cross the hold bars, air traffic controllers told the pilots to stop. The jet never crossed the runway edge line.” Also read | Azerbaijan plane crash: Russia promised to punish those responsible for tragedy, says Baku The year of deadly air travel The year 2024, has been the deadliest for air travel since 2018 with two major plane crashes in December. In South Korea, 179 were killed after a Jeju Air flight crashed into a concrete barrier on Sunday (Dec 21). And in Kazakhstan, an Azerbaijani passenger plane crashed killing 38 people due to a suspected Russian missile strike on Wednesday (Dec 25). (With inputs from agencies)

Harrowing footage captures a near-miss on Los Angeles International Airport runway

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South Korean acting President Choi Sang-mok on Tuesday (Dec 31) approved the appointment of two of the three constitutional court justices, to fill vacancies on the nine-member bench for President Yoon Suk-yeol's impeachment trial.
While addressing a cabinet meeting, Choi said that he decided to appoint Jeong Gye-seon, a justice recommended by the main opposition Democratic Party of Korea (DPK), and Cho Han-chang, recommended by the ruling People Power Party.&nbsp;
However, the appointment of the two justice, partially fill the vacancies, as there is a need to appoint three justices.&nbsp;
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Choi said that he would put the third justice on hold until there is a clear agreement.&nbsp;
"I decided to appoint the Constitutional Court justices because of the need to end the political uncertainty and social conflict as soon as possible and stop a possible crisis in the economy and people's livelihoods," he said.
Choi is currently the minister of economy and finance and now, is also serving as the acting president of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/search?title=south+korea" rel="dofollow">South Korea</a> after the impeachment of both president Yoon Suk-yeol and acting president Han Chuk-soo.
The DPK had demanded the former acting president Han to appoint three justices without any delay once motions for their appointments passed the opposition-controlled National Assembly.
Since he refused to do so last week, the DPK voiced concerns and eventually impeached Han, which led to the suspension of his duties and the appointment of Choi as acting President.&nbsp;
Han&rsquo;s refusal to formally appoint the three judges proves that he &ldquo;does not have the will or qualification to uphold the constitution&rdquo;, the Democratic Party&rsquo;s floor leader, Park Chan-dae, said.&nbsp;
According to the law, there has to be at least six votes to uphold an impeachment motion.&nbsp;
South Korea has been facing political turmoil since President Yoon Suk Yeol imposed martial law on December 3, after which he was impeached.&nbsp;
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<h2>Arrest warrant for Yoon</h2>
Earlier today, South Korea issued an arrest warrant for impeached, suspended president Yoon Suk Yeol. The arrest warrant is nothing short of historic, as this marks the first attempt in South Korea's history to forcibly detain a president before the impeachment procedure is complete.
"The arrest warrant and search warrant for President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/search?title=Yoon+Suk+Yeol" rel="dofollow">Yoon Suk Yeol</a>, requested by the Joint Investigation Headquarters, was issued this morning," the investigators probing Yoon said in a statement.&nbsp;
"No schedule has been set for future proceedings," Joint Investigation Headquarters added.
(With inputs from agencies)

World: Choi appointed Jeong Gye-Seon and Cho Han-chang during a cabinet meeting and said that he would put the third justice on hold until there was a clear agreement. 

South Korean acting President Choi Sang-mok on Tuesday (Dec 31) approved the appointment of two of the three constitutional court justices, to fill vacancies on the nine-member bench for President Yoon Suk-yeol's impeachment trial. While addressing a cabinet meeting, Choi said that he decided to appoint Jeong Gye-seon, a justice recommended by the main opposition Democratic Party of Korea (DPK), and Cho Han-chang, recommended by the ruling People Power Party. However, the appointment of the two justice, partially fill the vacancies, as there is a need to appoint three justices. Also read: South Korean prosecutors seek arrest warrant for ousted president Yoon as he defies summons Choi said that he would put the third justice on hold until there is a clear agreement. "I decided to appoint the Constitutional Court justices because of the need to end the political uncertainty and social conflict as soon as possible and stop a possible crisis in the economy and people's livelihoods," he said. Choi is currently the minister of economy and finance and now, is also serving as the acting president of South Korea after the impeachment of both president Yoon Suk-yeol and acting president Han Chuk-soo. The DPK had demanded the former acting president Han to appoint three justices without any delay once motions for their appointments passed the opposition-controlled National Assembly. Since he refused to do so last week, the DPK voiced concerns and eventually impeached Han, which led to the suspension of his duties and the appointment of Choi as acting President. Han’s refusal to formally appoint the three judges proves that he “does not have the will or qualification to uphold the constitution”, the Democratic Party’s floor leader, Park Chan-dae, said. According to the law, there has to be at least six votes to uphold an impeachment motion. South Korea has been facing political turmoil since President Yoon Suk Yeol imposed martial law on December 3, after which he was impeached. Also read: Arrest warrant issued for suspended South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol Arrest warrant for Yoon Earlier today, South Korea issued an arrest warrant for impeached, suspended president Yoon Suk Yeol. The arrest warrant is nothing short of historic, as this marks the first attempt in South Korea's history to forcibly detain a president before the impeachment procedure is complete. "The arrest warrant and search warrant for President Yoon Suk Yeol, requested by the Joint Investigation Headquarters, was issued this morning," the investigators probing Yoon said in a statement. "No schedule has been set for future proceedings," Joint Investigation Headquarters added. (With inputs from agencies)

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The year 2025 will bring financial fortunes to five zodiac signs, as predicted by Baba Vanga, the &ldquo;Nostradamus of the Balkans&rdquo;. Baba Vanga lost her sight as a child but was known as a mystic and healer who claimed to have foreseen the future. The Bulgarian mystic gained several followers as many of her predictions came true.&nbsp;
Here are the zodiac signs that will see gains in their finances, as per Baba Vanga.&nbsp;
Aries, Taurus, Cancer, Gemini, and Aquarius are the five signs Baba Vanga predicted would taste financial success in 2025.&nbsp;
<h2>Aries</h2>
This sun sign will grow professionally in 2025. They are dynamic and ambitious and will get new financial opportunities, which they will seize. As per Baba Vanga, this will primarily happen because of strategic investments and efforts.
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Baba Vanga predicted "cosmic blessings" for Aries, "enabling greater success through luck and monetary opportunities".
<h2>Taurus</h2>
This sun sign is diligent and cautious when it comes to financial moves. But their consistency will prove to be key in making financial gains. They will grow in their career, which will lead to their growth. Consequently, they will also make long-term investments, which will give them stability and growth. Baba Vanga has predicted that some of them might even become millionaires because of their perseverance and focused approach to building wealth over time.
<h2>Cancer</h2>
Intuition will guide Cancerians to make the right financial choices by choosing wisely. They are financially wise, which will show in their investments, business partnerships, and other projects they might undertake. Baba Vanga has predicted financial security for them this year as they make strategic financial decisions.
<h2>Gemini</h2>
Geminis will come across unexpected opportunities to make money in 2025. They will especially benefit from investments in communications and business sectors, as per Baba Vanga. Their ability to network will also bring new opportunities to their doorsteps. Baba Vanga predicted tangible wealth for them, which they will make by coming up with innovative ideas.
<h2>Aquarius</h2>
The last sun sign to benefit financially this year is Aquarius. They will strive to achieve new heights financially and will use their creativity to move ahead. Saturn will make them work towards their goals with strength and determination. Baba Vanga predicted 2025 to be a defining year for Aquarians.

World, trending: Baba Vanga predicted the year 2025 to be great financially for five zodiac signs. If you want to know if you are one of the lucky few, read on.

The year 2025 will bring financial fortunes to five zodiac signs, as predicted by Baba Vanga, the “Nostradamus of the Balkans”. Baba Vanga lost her sight as a child but was known as a mystic and healer who claimed to have foreseen the future. The Bulgarian mystic gained several followers as many of her predictions came true. Here are the zodiac signs that will see gains in their finances, as per Baba Vanga. Aries, Taurus, Cancer, Gemini, and Aquarius are the five signs Baba Vanga predicted would taste financial success in 2025. Aries This sun sign will grow professionally in 2025. They are dynamic and ambitious and will get new financial opportunities, which they will seize. As per Baba Vanga, this will primarily happen because of strategic investments and efforts. Also Read: Europe's destruction, contact with aliens: Here's what Baba Vanga predicted for 2025 Baba Vanga predicted "cosmic blessings" for Aries, "enabling greater success through luck and monetary opportunities". Taurus This sun sign is diligent and cautious when it comes to financial moves. But their consistency will prove to be key in making financial gains. They will grow in their career, which will lead to their growth. Consequently, they will also make long-term investments, which will give them stability and growth. Baba Vanga has predicted that some of them might even become millionaires because of their perseverance and focused approach to building wealth over time. Cancer Intuition will guide Cancerians to make the right financial choices by choosing wisely. They are financially wise, which will show in their investments, business partnerships, and other projects they might undertake. Baba Vanga has predicted financial security for them this year as they make strategic financial decisions. Gemini Geminis will come across unexpected opportunities to make money in 2025. They will especially benefit from investments in communications and business sectors, as per Baba Vanga. Their ability to network will also bring new opportunities to their doorsteps. Baba Vanga predicted tangible wealth for them, which they will make by coming up with innovative ideas. Aquarius The last sun sign to benefit financially this year is Aquarius. They will strive to achieve new heights financially and will use their creativity to move ahead. Saturn will make them work towards their goals with strength and determination. Baba Vanga predicted 2025 to be a defining year for Aquarians.

These sun signs will make a lot of money in 2025, as per Baba Vanga

Police are looking for a burglar who broke into a London home and stole over &pound;10 million ($12.5 million) worth of designer handbags and jewellery. The theft is believed to be one of the biggest from a British home. Reports said the house belonged to Instagram influencer and art collector Shafira Huang, who has offered 1.5 million pounds as reward to find the culprits.
According to London&rsquo;s Metropolitan Police, the burglar targeted a home in the Avenue Road area, which is known to be one of the most posh localities in the British capital.
The intruder entered the premises by climbing in through a window on the second floor around 5 pm local time on December 7, the police said in a press release on Monday (Dec 30). Reportedly, the owners were not at home at the time of theft.
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&ldquo;The burglar made off with &pound;150,000 worth of Hermes Crocodile Kelly handbags, &pound;15,000 in cash, and &pound;10.4 million of bespoke jewellery,&rdquo; the police said.
The suspect described by the police is a &ldquo;white man in his late 20s to 30s&rdquo;. He was wearing a dark hoodie, cargo pants, and a baseball hat. The burglar also had his face covered during the incident.
The thief managed to sweep off a 0.73-carat diamond ring from Graff, a 3.03-carat diamond ring, two butterfly diamond rings from De Beers, and an aquamarine ring and a necklace from Hermes. An image released by the police also showed a bracelet with the name &ldquo;Shafira&rdquo; on it.
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Chopard diamond earrings and several jewellery items from the French luxury brand Van Cleef &amp; Arpels were also among the stolen articles.
&ldquo;This is a brazen offence, where the suspect has entered the property while armed with an unknown weapon and violated the sanctuary of the victims&rsquo; home,&rdquo; Detective Constable Paulo Roberts said in the statement.
&ldquo;The suspect has stolen &pound;10.4 million worth of jewellery, much of which is sentimental and unique in its design and therefore easily identifiable,&rdquo; he added.
(With inputs from agencies)

World trending: According to London’s Metropolitan Police, the burglar targeted a home in the Avenue Road area, which is known to be one of the most posh localities.

Police are looking for a burglar who broke into a London home and stole over £10 million ($12.5 million) worth of designer handbags and jewellery. The theft is believed to be one of the biggest from a British home. Reports said the house belonged to Instagram influencer and art collector Shafira Huang, who has offered 1.5 million pounds as reward to find the culprits. According to London’s Metropolitan Police, the burglar targeted a home in the Avenue Road area, which is known to be one of the most posh localities in the British capital. The intruder entered the premises by climbing in through a window on the second floor around 5 pm local time on December 7, the police said in a press release on Monday (Dec 30). Reportedly, the owners were not at home at the time of theft. Also read | Young girls from India stage their kidnapping to meet K-pop sensation ‘BTS’ “The burglar made off with £150,000 worth of Hermes Crocodile Kelly handbags, £15,000 in cash, and £10.4 million of bespoke jewellery,” the police said. The suspect described by the police is a “white man in his late 20s to 30s”. He was wearing a dark hoodie, cargo pants, and a baseball hat. The burglar also had his face covered during the incident. The thief managed to sweep off a 0.73-carat diamond ring from Graff, a 3.03-carat diamond ring, two butterfly diamond rings from De Beers, and an aquamarine ring and a necklace from Hermes. An image released by the police also showed a bracelet with the name “Shafira” on it. Also read | Musk is living in a lavish cottage only a few feet away from Trump Chopard diamond earrings and several jewellery items from the French luxury brand Van Cleef & Arpels were also among the stolen articles. “This is a brazen offence, where the suspect has entered the property while armed with an unknown weapon and violated the sanctuary of the victims’ home,” Detective Constable Paulo Roberts said in the statement. “The suspect has stolen £10.4 million worth of jewellery, much of which is sentimental and unique in its design and therefore easily identifiable,” he added. (With inputs from agencies)

Designer handbags, jewellery worth over $12 million stolen from London home of influencer

China on Tuesday (Dec 31) insisted that it has already shared information on COVID-19, aka Coronavirus, "without holding anything back". Beijing's statement comes after the World Health Organization (WHO) urged the nation to share more data and also grant access to understand the virus's still shady origins.
In a statement on Monday, the WHO implored China to share more information and said that the country had a "moral and scientific imperative" to do so.
<h2>China's defence</h2>
Beijing, however, claims it has made the "largest contribution to global origin tracing research".&nbsp;
Defending its transparency, the nation's foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said, "Five years ago... China immediately shared epidemic information and viral gene sequence with the WHO and the international community."
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"Without holding anything back, we shared our prevention, control and treatment experience," she added, addressing reporters at a regular press briefing.
In December 2020, the first case of the dreaded coronavirus was reported from the Chinese city of Wuhan. In the next two or so years, the virus killed millions of people worldwide, devastated economies, and overwhelmed health systems.
Since then, the WHO has repeatedly criticised China for its lack of transparency and cooperation with international players in the investigation into Covid origins.&nbsp;
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In 2021, a team of specialists led by WHO and accompanied by Chinese colleagues conducted an investigation into the virus' origins inside China, but have been unable to return to the country ever since, something WHO has criticised Beijing over.
However, Mao said China was "willing to continue working with various parties to promote global scientific origin tracing, and to make active efforts to prevent potential infectious diseases in the future".
She also said that "more and more clues" pointed "to Covid-19's origins having a global scope".
(With inputs from agencies)

World: The WHO has urged China to release additional COVID data, highlighting a moral and scientific duty. But Beijing claims it has been transparent.

China on Tuesday (Dec 31) insisted that it has already shared information on COVID-19, aka Coronavirus, "without holding anything back". Beijing's statement comes after the World Health Organization (WHO) urged the nation to share more data and also grant access to understand the virus's still shady origins. In a statement on Monday, the WHO implored China to share more information and said that the country had a "moral and scientific imperative" to do so. China's defence Beijing, however, claims it has made the "largest contribution to global origin tracing research". Defending its transparency, the nation's foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said, "Five years ago... China immediately shared epidemic information and viral gene sequence with the WHO and the international community." Also read | Biden's 'decency' remark on Trump sparks backlash, Republicans slam his 'unmitigated gall' "Without holding anything back, we shared our prevention, control and treatment experience," she added, addressing reporters at a regular press briefing. In December 2020, the first case of the dreaded coronavirus was reported from the Chinese city of Wuhan. In the next two or so years, the virus killed millions of people worldwide, devastated economies, and overwhelmed health systems. Since then, the WHO has repeatedly criticised China for its lack of transparency and cooperation with international players in the investigation into Covid origins. Also read | How dangerously US played with coronaviruses? Lab under Fauci tied up with Wuhan institute for viral research In 2021, a team of specialists led by WHO and accompanied by Chinese colleagues conducted an investigation into the virus' origins inside China, but have been unable to return to the country ever since, something WHO has criticised Beijing over. However, Mao said China was "willing to continue working with various parties to promote global scientific origin tracing, and to make active efforts to prevent potential infectious diseases in the future". She also said that "more and more clues" pointed "to Covid-19's origins having a global scope". (With inputs from agencies)

China claims it shared info on Covid ‘without holding anything back’

New York's Times Square and Rio de Janeiro's Copacabana Beach are preparing to host two of the world's most iconic New Year's Eve parties, with millions of tourists making a beeline to usher in 2025. Festivities at these locations are set to be unforgettable. Let's take a look at the preparations underway. Watch in for more details!

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The U.S. Treasury Department has claimed that a China state-sponsored actor was behind a cyber breach earlier this month. According to a letter to Congress, the breach resulted in the access of some of the U.S. Treasury Department's workstations. In this letter to the leadership of the Senate Banking Committee, the Treasury said that, based on available indicators, the incident has been attributed to a China state-sponsored advanced persistent threat actor. Watch in for more details!

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US President Joe Biden is in the doghouse over his comment on his successor US President-elect Donald Trump while honouring the legacy of former president Jimmy Carter.&nbsp;
On Sunday, when asked about what Trump could learn from the Carter presidency, Biden replied "Decency, decency, decency," a remark that is not sitting well with Republicans.
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<h2>What did Biden say about Trump?</h2>
Biden remarked that the incoming US president-elect could learn "decency" from former President Jimmy Carter, who died recently aged 100.
"Can you imagine Jimmy Carter walking by someone who needed something and just keep walking?" said Biden
"Can you imagine Jimmy Carter referring to someone by the way they look or the way they talk?" he asked, a clear reference to Trump's frequent attacks on immigrants.
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<h2>Republicans slam Biden</h2>
The remark, as expected, did not sit well with Trump supporters, who were quick to slam Biden for using the opportunity to take a jab at the Republican instead of just honouring the recently deceased former president Carter.&nbsp;
Radio host Jorge Bonilla took to X to remark on Biden's audacity and said: "The unmitigated gall of the corrupt Biden lecturing Americans on decency off of Carter's death".
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The unmitigated gall of the corrupt Biden lecturing Americans on decency off of Carter's death <a href="https://t.co/B0kTiVfaFq">pic.twitter.com/B0kTiVfaFq</a>
&mdash; Jorge Bonilla (@BonillaJL) <a href="https://twitter.com/BonillaJL/status/1873547097905025162?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 30, 2024</a></blockquote>
Meanwhile, legal analyst and author Jonathan Turley pointed out that Joe Biden's recent pardon of his son Hunter Biden was not in line with Carter's teachings.
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...Instead of showing Carter's honesty, Biden lied for years and then pardoned his own son after repeatedly denying that he would ever do so during the campaign. He pardoned his son for any crimes committed over a ten-year period, including potential crimes that many believe&hellip;
&mdash; Jonathan Turley (@JonathanTurley) <a href="https://twitter.com/JonathanTurley/status/1873673238716317793?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 30, 2024</a></blockquote>
"Carter did not pardon his brother Billy in a corruption scandal," he wrote, adding, "Biden lied for years and then pardoned his own son after repeatedly denying that he would ever do so during the campaign. He pardoned his son for any crimes committed over a ten-year period, including potential crimes that many believe implicated the President himself in the multimillion influence-peddling operation".
Hugh Hewitt, another radio personality slammed Biden for using the word "decent" and questioned: "Is it &lsquo;decent&rsquo; to have deceived the American public for years about your condition and to do so via a complicit and complacent legacy media?".
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Is it &ldquo;decent&rdquo; to have deceived the American public for years about your condition and to do so via a complicit and complacent legacy media? The greatest cover-up in modern American political history, and the greatest media scandal as well, is still unacknowledged on the record&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/GbKy5O58Gw">https://t.co/GbKy5O58Gw</a>
&mdash; Hugh Hewitt (@hughhewitt) <a href="https://twitter.com/hughhewitt/status/1873742185050587554?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 30, 2024</a></blockquote>
Labelling Biden's alleged health issues and loss of mental capabilities as the "greatest cover-up in modern American political history," and the "greatest media scandal," he said it was "still unacknowledged on the record by anyone around President Biden and by almost all legacy media figures."
(With inputs from agencies)

Joe Biden's remark on Jimmy Carter's character in contrast to Donald Trump's actions has ignited a backlash with Republicans slamming his audacity.

US President Joe Biden is in the doghouse over his comment on his successor US President-elect Donald Trump while honouring the legacy of former president Jimmy Carter. On Sunday, when asked about what Trump could learn from the Carter presidency, Biden replied "Decency, decency, decency," a remark that is not sitting well with Republicans. Also read | Jimmy Carter, former US president, dies at 100: Life, legacy and more What did Biden say about Trump? Biden remarked that the incoming US president-elect could learn "decency" from former President Jimmy Carter, who died recently aged 100. "Can you imagine Jimmy Carter walking by someone who needed something and just keep walking?" said Biden "Can you imagine Jimmy Carter referring to someone by the way they look or the way they talk?" he asked, a clear reference to Trump's frequent attacks on immigrants. Also read | Joe Biden slams Trump while paying tribute to Jimmy Carter Republicans slam Biden The remark, as expected, did not sit well with Trump supporters, who were quick to slam Biden for using the opportunity to take a jab at the Republican instead of just honouring the recently deceased former president Carter. Radio host Jorge Bonilla took to X to remark on Biden's audacity and said: "The unmitigated gall of the corrupt Biden lecturing Americans on decency off of Carter's death". The unmitigated gall of the corrupt Biden lecturing Americans on decency off of Carter's death pic.twitter.com/B0kTiVfaFq — Jorge Bonilla (@BonillaJL) December 30, 2024 Meanwhile, legal analyst and author Jonathan Turley pointed out that Joe Biden's recent pardon of his son Hunter Biden was not in line with Carter's teachings. Also read | Jimmy Carter’s ‘personal relationship’ with India’s Carterpuri: Trip down memory lane ...Instead of showing Carter's honesty, Biden lied for years and then pardoned his own son after repeatedly denying that he would ever do so during the campaign. He pardoned his son for any crimes committed over a ten-year period, including potential crimes that many believe… — Jonathan Turley (@JonathanTurley) December 30, 2024 "Carter did not pardon his brother Billy in a corruption scandal," he wrote, adding, "Biden lied for years and then pardoned his own son after repeatedly denying that he would ever do so during the campaign. He pardoned his son for any crimes committed over a ten-year period, including potential crimes that many believe implicated the President himself in the multimillion influence-peddling operation". Hugh Hewitt, another radio personality slammed Biden for using the word "decent" and questioned: "Is it ‘decent’ to have deceived the American public for years about your condition and to do so via a complicit and complacent legacy media?". Is it “decent” to have deceived the American public for years about your condition and to do so via a complicit and complacent legacy media? The greatest cover-up in modern American political history, and the greatest media scandal as well, is still unacknowledged on the record… https://t.co/GbKy5O58Gw — Hugh Hewitt (@hughhewitt) December 30, 2024 Labelling Biden's alleged health issues and loss of mental capabilities as the "greatest cover-up in modern American political history," and the "greatest media scandal," he said it was "still unacknowledged on the record by anyone around President Biden and by almost all legacy media figures." (With inputs from agencies)

Biden's 'decency' remark on Trump sparks backlash, Republicans slam his 'unmitigated gall'

Chilean police have recovered four watches, including a $9,000 Rolex Submariner, stolen from an actor's California home over a year ago. Authorities found the watches during a raid in eastern Santiago on Saturday. Among the recovered items was a special Rolex Submariner, gifted by the actor to the stunt team of *John Wick: Chapter 4*. The watch featured an inscription with the actor's name, "2021, JW4," and a message of thanks, making it a unique and sentimental piece. Watch to know more!

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Mohamed Nasheed, former President of the Maldives and the current chief of the country's largest opposition party, on Tuesday (Dec 31) dismissed a Washington Post report alleging that the country's opposition sought $6 million from India to help impeach President Mohammed Muizzu.
Dismissing the report of the alleged plot, he stated that "India would never back such a move, as they always support Maldives' democracy".
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<h2>What did the Washington Post report state?</h2>
Citing an internal document, allegedly titled "Democratic Renewal Initiative," the Washington Post on Monday (Dec 30) reported that Maldivian opposition proposed bribing 40 members of the Maldives parliament to vote for Muizzu's impeachment and the money was going to come from India.
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"In an internal document titled 'Democratic Renewal Initiative' and obtained by The Washington Post, Maldivian opposition politicians proposed bribing 40 members of parliament, including those from Muizzu's own party, to vote to impeach him. The document also proposed paying 10 senior army and police officers and three powerful criminal gangs to ensure Muizzu's removal. To pay off the various parties, the conspirators sought 87 million Maldivian rufiyaa, or $6 million, and according to two Maldivian officials, it would be sought from India," alleged the Washington Post report.
<h2>Maldives ex-President ridicules allegation</h2>
Nasheed, who served as Maldives' president from 2008 to 2012, however, dismissed the allegations. Taking to X, Nasheed said he was unaware of any "serious plot" against President Muizzu and stressed that India would never support such a move.
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I read with interest today&rsquo;s <a href="https://twitter.com/washingtonpost?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@washingtonpost</a> article. I was unaware of any serious plot against the President; tho some ppl always live in conspiracy. India would never back such a move, as they always support Maldives&rsquo; democracy. India has never dictated terms to us, either.
&mdash; Mohamed Nasheed (@MohamedNasheed) <a href="https://twitter.com/MohamedNasheed/status/1873744624009048217?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 30, 2024</a></blockquote>
"I read with interest today's Washington Post article. I was unaware of any serious plot against the President, though some people always live in conspiracy. India would never back such a move, as they always support Maldives' democracy. India has never dictated terms to us, either," Mohamed Nasheed wrote.
(With inputs from agencies)

Learn how Nasheed, former Maldives President, affirmed India's consistent support for Maldivian democracy amidst allegations of involvement in a plot to impeach President Mohammed Muizzu.

Mohamed Nasheed, former President of the Maldives and the current chief of the country's largest opposition party, on Tuesday (Dec 31) dismissed a Washington Post report alleging that the country's opposition sought $6 million from India to help impeach President Mohammed Muizzu. Dismissing the report of the alleged plot, he stated that "India would never back such a move, as they always support Maldives' democracy". Read more | Indian Navy helps in maintenance of Maldives, Mauritius Coast Guard vessels What did the Washington Post report state? Citing an internal document, allegedly titled "Democratic Renewal Initiative," the Washington Post on Monday (Dec 30) reported that Maldivian opposition proposed bribing 40 members of the Maldives parliament to vote for Muizzu's impeachment and the money was going to come from India. Also read | Now, Maldives turns to India "In an internal document titled 'Democratic Renewal Initiative' and obtained by The Washington Post, Maldivian opposition politicians proposed bribing 40 members of parliament, including those from Muizzu's own party, to vote to impeach him. The document also proposed paying 10 senior army and police officers and three powerful criminal gangs to ensure Muizzu's removal. To pay off the various parties, the conspirators sought 87 million Maldivian rufiyaa, or $6 million, and according to two Maldivian officials, it would be sought from India," alleged the Washington Post report. Maldives ex-President ridicules allegation Nasheed, who served as Maldives' president from 2008 to 2012, however, dismissed the allegations. Taking to X, Nasheed said he was unaware of any "serious plot" against President Muizzu and stressed that India would never support such a move. I read with interest today’s @washingtonpost article. I was unaware of any serious plot against the President; tho some ppl always live in conspiracy. India would never back such a move, as they always support Maldives’ democracy. India has never dictated terms to us, either. — Mohamed Nasheed (@MohamedNasheed) December 30, 2024 "I read with interest today's Washington Post article. I was unaware of any serious plot against the President, though some people always live in conspiracy. India would never back such a move, as they always support Maldives' democracy. India has never dictated terms to us, either," Mohamed Nasheed wrote. (With inputs from agencies)

Maldives oppn leader dismisses report alleging India's involvement in plot to impeach President Muizzu

As the year 2024 comes to an end, the world is prepped to celebrate the New Year on January 1. It is that time of the year when we cherish the old memories and move into the next year with hope and enthusiasm.
People celebrate New Year&rsquo;s eve with countdowns, late-night parties, special meals with friends and family, exchanging gifts and watching fireworks. Many people also keep New Year's resolutions.
Here are some inspirational quotes, messages, and WhatsApp statuses that you can post on social media and share with your loved ones for New Year 2025!
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<h2>Happy New Year 2025: Messages and statuses</h2>
Here&rsquo;s to a year of good health, happiness, and success in all your endeavours. Cheers to 2024!
Let this be the year of growth, exploration, and living life to the fullest. Have an incredible New Year!
Wishing you a spectacular start to 2025! May the year ahead bring joy, success, and endless possibilities!
Happy New Year 2025! May this year bring success, growth, and opportunities to achieve all your goals. Wishing you a prosperous year ahead!
Out with the old, in with the new&mdash;here&rsquo;s to a bright and beautiful 2025!
The end of the year is not just an end but a pause to celebrate how far you&rsquo;ve come.
Cheers to another year of friendship, laughter, and memories! Let&rsquo;s make 2025 even more amazing together. Happy New Year!
May the new year bring you warmth, love, and light to guide your path to a positive destination.
Write the new chapter of your life with happiness and smiles, and hope for a beautiful journey of many more miles&hellip;.. Happy New Year!
May our adventures continue and our bond grows even stronger in 2025. Thank you for being the amazing friend you are. Happy New Year!
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<h2>Happy New Year 2025: Quotes</h2>
&ldquo;For last year's words belong to last year's language and next year's words await another voice.&rdquo; ― T.S. Eliot
&ldquo;This is a new year. A new beginning. And things will change.&rdquo; ― Taylor Swift
&ldquo;Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to get it right.&rdquo; ― Oprah Winfrey
&ldquo;And now we welcome the new year, full of things that have never been&rdquo; ― Rainer Maria Rilke
I want to make a New year's prayer, not a resolution. I'm praying for courage.&rdquo; ― Susan Sontag
&ldquo;Of all sound of all bells... most solemn and touching is the peal which rings out the Old Year.&rdquo; ― Charles Lamb
&ldquo;Tomorrow, is the first blank page of a 365 page book. Write a good one.&rdquo; ― Brad Paisley

Here are some inspirational quotes, messages, and WhatsApp statuses that you can post on social media and share with your loved ones to send them greetings for New Year 2025!

As the year 2024 comes to an end, the world is prepped to celebrate the New Year on January 1. It is that time of the year when we cherish the old memories and move into the next year with hope and enthusiasm. People celebrate New Year’s eve with countdowns, late-night parties, special meals with friends and family, exchanging gifts and watching fireworks. Many people also keep New Year's resolutions. Here are some inspirational quotes, messages, and WhatsApp statuses that you can post on social media and share with your loved ones for New Year 2025! Also read | Europe's destruction, contact with aliens: Here's what Baba Vanga predicted for 2025 Happy New Year 2025: Messages and statuses Here’s to a year of good health, happiness, and success in all your endeavours. Cheers to 2024! Let this be the year of growth, exploration, and living life to the fullest. Have an incredible New Year! Wishing you a spectacular start to 2025! May the year ahead bring joy, success, and endless possibilities! Happy New Year 2025! May this year bring success, growth, and opportunities to achieve all your goals. Wishing you a prosperous year ahead! Out with the old, in with the new—here’s to a bright and beautiful 2025! The end of the year is not just an end but a pause to celebrate how far you’ve come. Cheers to another year of friendship, laughter, and memories! Let’s make 2025 even more amazing together. Happy New Year! May the new year bring you warmth, love, and light to guide your path to a positive destination. Write the new chapter of your life with happiness and smiles, and hope for a beautiful journey of many more miles….. Happy New Year! May our adventures continue and our bond grows even stronger in 2025. Thank you for being the amazing friend you are. Happy New Year! Also read | Delhi Police issues advisory for New Year’s Eve: What you need to know Happy New Year 2025: Quotes “For last year's words belong to last year's language and next year's words await another voice.” ― T.S. Eliot “This is a new year. A new beginning. And things will change.” ― Taylor Swift “Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to get it right.” ― Oprah Winfrey “And now we welcome the new year, full of things that have never been” ― Rainer Maria Rilke I want to make a New year's prayer, not a resolution. I'm praying for courage.” ― Susan Sontag “Of all sound of all bells... most solemn and touching is the peal which rings out the Old Year.” ― Charles Lamb “Tomorrow, is the first blank page of a 365 page book. Write a good one.” ― Brad Paisley

Happy New Year Wishes 2025: Inspirational Quotes, Messages, and WhatsApp Status

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