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Xi Jinping shows he prizes loyalty over expertise and experience
On Sunday the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) unveiled its Politburo Standing Committee, with Xi re-elected as general secretary, the BBC reported. Observers say the line-up, handpicked by Xi, shows he prizes loyalty over expertise and experience, BBC reported. No other party leader besides CCP founder Mao Zedong has ever served a third term.
Rushdie lost sight in an eye, use of one hand after Aug attack
The 75-year-old author, whose received death threats from Iran in the 1980s after his novel 'The Satanic Verses' was published, was stabbed in the neck and torso as he came on stage to give a talk on artistic freedom at the Chautauqua Institution on August 12, The Guardian reported. Until now, the full extent of Rushdie's injuries had been unclear. But in an interview with Spain's El Pais, Andrew Wylie explained how serious and life-changing the attack had been.
UK Queen consort Camilla visits Bengaluru health centre
She travelled by the British Airways flight and landed at the Kempe Gowda International Airport of Bengaluru on Thursday. Earlier, the sources had said that she has arrived to Bengaluru with King Charles III. However, later, the sources said that she has come along with her friends.
Rishi Sunak to stand for UK premiership, Pakistani origin MPs back him
Taking to Twitter, he said: "The United Kingdom is a great country but we face a profound economic crisis." He added: "I want to fix our economy, unite our party and deliver for our country." Prominent Pakistani origin Conservative MPs are backing Sunak for the prime ministership of the UK. Whereas prominent Indian origin MPs are supporting Boris Johnson.
History made in China as Xi Jinping to serve third term
Having ruled China for 10 years already, he will now stay on for at least another five-year term - and he could, in theory, make himself leader for life, Sky News reported. The break with tradition makes him the most powerful leader in China since Chairman Mao and his vision has become increasingly unchallengeable.
Boris Johnson and Rishi Sunak said to be locked in talks
Earlier reports began to emerge that Boris Johnson and Rishi Sunak held talks late into the night - fuelling speculation they could strike a deal, Sky News reported. Now Sky News understands that the talks between the pair did take place. Neither the former prime minister nor the ex-chancellor have officially declared themselves in the race to succeed Liz Truss as prime minister.
Xi Jinping warns of 'dangerous storms' ahead reflecting China's increasingly assertive stance
"On the road ahead, no matter high winds, choppy waters, or even dangerous storms, the people will always be our most solid support and strongest confidence," he said - adding, "The world today faces unprecedented challenges," CNN reported. Xi has formally stepped into his third term ruling China, paving the way for "lifelong" rule. Xi has unveiled the other six members of the Standing Committee.
Xi Jinping announces straight third term as China's leader
Xi was elected general secretary of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) at the committee's first plenary session, according to a communique, Xinhua news agency reported. The session, presided over by Xi, was attended by 203 members of the 20th CPC Central Committee and 168 alternate members. Xi was also named chairman of the CPC Central Military Commission at the session.
US sends message to Iran, "in hurry" to reach nuke agreement: Iranian FM
"Three days ago, we received a message from the United States, and told them that the (International Atomic Energy) Agency (IAEA)'s accusations against Iran's nuclear program should be resolved" before any agreement, said Hossein Amir-Abdollahian on Saturday in the Armenian capital of Yerevan.
Iran says US 'expressed its hastiness' to reach nuke agreement
"Three days ago, we received a message from the US, and told them that the (International Atomic Energy) Agency (IAEA)'s accusations against Iran's nuclear programme should be resolved before any agreement," Abdollahian said in the Armenian capital of Yerevan, official IRNA news agency reported.
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