Name: Kim Jong-un writes to Seoul, asks for more summits
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Description: In a letter sent by North Korean leader Kim Jong Un to South Korean President Moon Jae-in, Kim has called for more talks between the two in 2019. South Korean officials say Kim is keen to continue discussions on the peace and prosperity of the Korean Peninsula. Kim and Moon met thrice in 2018 as Pyongyang actively initiated diplomatic talks.

In a letter sent by North Korean leader Kim Jong Un to South Korean President Moon Jae-in, Kim has called for more talks between the two in 2019. South Korean officials

Kim Jong-un writes to Seoul, asks for more summits

In a letter sent by North Korean leader Kim Jong Un to South Korean President Moon Jae-in, Kim has called for more talks between the two in 2019. South Korean officials say Kim is keen to continue discussions on the peace and prosperity of the Korean Peninsula. Kim and Moon met thrice in 2018 as Pyongyang actively initiated diplomatic talks.

'CityAirbus', the electric aircraft is part of Airbus's vision for "flying taxi" aircraft and is currently being developed by the manufacturer's helicopter division.

'CityAirbus', the electric aircraft is part of Airbus's vision for "flying taxi" aircraft and is currently being developed by the manufacturer's helicopter division.

Watch: Airbus's new urban mobility copter takes to the skies

'CityAirbus', Airbus's new 4-seater urban mobility copter, flew for the first time in public during a demonstration flight.
The electric aircraft is part of Airbus's vision for "flying taxi" aircraft and is currently being developed by the manufacturer's helicopter division.
It took off at 2,310 kg, the highest take-off weight for a fully electric aircraft with a distributed drive system, Airbus Helicoper's Twitter handle informed.

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s struggle with his umbrella at a memorial service on Wednesday left netizens amused. At the unveiling of a memorial fo

As Johnson, seated beside Prince Charles and a row ahead of interior minister Priti Patel, struggled to fix his umbrella, he did offer a few laughs

Watch: UK PM Johnson struggles with his umbrella at a memorial service

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson&rsquo;s struggle with his umbrella at a memorial service on Wednesday left netizens amused.
At the unveiling of a memorial for police officers who have died in the line of duty, Johnson&rsquo;s umbrella turned inside-out due to windy conditions. As Johnson, seated beside Prince Charles and a row ahead of interior minister Priti Patel, struggled to fix his umbrella, he did offer a few laughs.
The incident left everyone around him chuckling. Johnson, himself, was seen laughing at his own plight after he finally managed to fixed it.
Social media was flooded with memes and jokes after the incident, leading to &lsquo;Boris umbrella&rsquo; trending on the internet.
Also Read&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/uk-relaxes-covid-restrictions-even-as-experts-world-leaders-urge-caution-1626669421571" target="_blank">UK relaxes Covid restrictions even as experts &amp; world leaders urge caution</a>

The Israeli government on Wednesday raided the offices of surveillance software firm NSO amid growing international pressure following the Pegasus snooping reveal. NSO

The Israeli government on Wednesday raided the offices of surveillance software firm NSO amid growing international pressure following the Pegasus snooping reveal.
NSO called the visit by the Israeli Ministry of Defence &lsquo;inspection&rsquo;, adding that the company was working in full transparency with the Israeli authorities. A company spokesperson said that the inspection will prove the facts against what they called &lsquo;false allegations by the media&rsquo;.
Israeli news outlet Calcalist reporting sources called the raids more of a formal meeting that a thorough audit.
An international collaborative investigative project revealed that the NSO group&rsquo;s software Pegasus was used unlawfully to snoop on government authorities, journalists, activist and other human rights workers.
Countries across the globe have reacted differently to the spying reveal. While France has ordered an investigation, Mexico confirmed that the previous government&rsquo;s bought the spyware.
India has denied all allegations of snooping.

The Delta variant, which has led to fresh global surge of Covid-19, is challenging even China with the most aggressive containment regimes. COVID-19 infections are ris

The Delta variant, which has led to fresh global surge of Covid-19, is challenging even China with the most aggressive containment regimes.
COVID-19 infections are rising by the dozens despite systems of mass testing and stringent quarantines.
Also Read&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/early-stages-of-3rd-covid-wave-who-warns-amid-delta-variant-surge-1626340626895" target="_blank">'Early stages of 3rd Covid wave': WHO warns amid Delta variant surge</a>
An outbreak that started at an airport in the eastern Chinese city of Nanjing is now testing China&rsquo;s Covid control measures. Beijing reported its first locally-transmitted infection in six months on Thursday, linked to an outbreak in the southern province of Hunan among people who'd recently been to Nanjing.
The city of Nanjing has imposed strict measures and residents have been advised to stay indoors after 31 new cases were reported on Tuesday in 24 hours.
Australia is one of the countries hardest hit by the Delta variant. Despite the mandatory hotel quarantine the variant is infecting the country which fared very well in the first wave. The delta-fueled outbreak has resulted in new restrictions in Sydney.
US has also seen fresh surge that is being attributing to the Delta variant.
The variant, which first emerged in India and is more transmissible&nbsp;than other strains, is exposing the limitations of the strategy of virus elimination

For world Taliban may be a dreaded, extremist group, but for Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan they are just normal civilians. In an interview with PBS News Hour, Imra

For world Taliban may be a dreaded, extremist group, but for Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan they are just normal civilians. In an interview with PBS News Hour, Imran Khan has said that the Taliban were not some military outfit but "normal civilians". He also asked how Pakistan was supposed to hunt them down when the country had nearly three million Afghan refugees at its borders.
Pakistan has long been accused of providing safe sanctuaries to the Taliban.
"Where are these safe havens? There are three million Afghan refugees in Pakistan. And Taliban are not some military outfit. They are normal civilians. And if there are some civilians in these camps, how is Pakistan supposed to hunt these people down?" Khan said.
Terming the allegations that Pakistan has aided Taliban financially and provided them with weapons and intelligence as &ldquo;extremely unfair&rdquo;, he has demanded evidence from detractors to back these claims.

The US on Wednesday said that there can be no military solution to the Afghan conflict and India has and will continue to make vital contributions to Afghanistan's stab

The US on Wednesday said that there can be no military solution to the Afghan conflict and India has and will continue to make vital contributions to Afghanistan's stability and development as a leader and a critical American partner in the region.
The clear assertion was made by visiting US Secretary of State Antony Blinken at a joint press conference with his Indian counterpart S Jaishankar after the two sides held extensive discussions on the evolving situation in Afghanistan in the wake of the Taliban making rapid advances across the country.
Blinken, the third senior member of the Biden administration to visit India this year, arrived in the national capital on Tuesday evening on a two-day visit in the midst of a deteriorating security scenario in Afghanistan following the withdrawal of American troops.
The US Secretary of State said that ultimately the peace process in Afghanistan has to be "Afghan-led and Afghan-owned", a position that has been pushed by India consistently for the last several years.

A night time picture of the Japanese capital of Tokyo taken from the International Space Station has wowed the internet. The picture shows a lit up a T

A night time picture of the Japanese capital&nbsp;of&nbsp;Tokyo taken from the International Space Station has wowed the internet.&nbsp;
The picture shows a lit up Tokyo as it hosts the 2020 Olympic Games.&nbsp;
NASA&nbsp;shared the photograph on its social media and captioned it - 'Olympic games light up the night'.&nbsp;
Lakhs&nbsp;of spell-bound netizens&nbsp;liked the photograph on NASA's&nbsp;instagram&nbsp;account and commented with heart emojis.&nbsp;
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Thailand’s Lopburi street witnessed an unusual gang war when two groups of monkeys came face to face. In no time, hundreds of monkeys filled the street

Thailand&rsquo;s Lopburi&nbsp;street&nbsp;witnessed an unusual gang war when two groups of monkeys came face to face. In no time hundreds of monkeys filled the street near a traffic junction as they clashed with the rival group, reportedly over food.
According to reports, the monkeys are normally well fed by visitors but a Covid-induced lockdown has lead to a renewed food shortage for the animals.
Also watch:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/british-pianist-performs-for-hungry-monkeys-in-thailand-1606195818561">British pianist performs for hungry monkeys in Thailand</a>
The monkeys were uncontrollable and the situation became worse as the commuters honked louder to disperse them.
The video has garnered nearly 1.9k likes and a slew of amused reactions

Saudi Arabia has banned travel to or transit at a number of countries including Afghanistan, Argentina, Brazil, Egypt, Ethiopia, India, Indonesia, Pakistan and the Unit

Saudi Arabia has banned travel to or transit at a number of countries including Afghanistan, Argentina, Brazil, Egypt, Ethiopia, India, Indonesia, Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates, among others.
Reports cited interior ministry officials saying some Saudi citizens, who in May were allowed to travel abroad without prior permission from authorities for the first time since March 2020, had violated travel regulations.
Officials say anyone who is proven to be involved, will be subject to legal accountability and heavy penalties upon their return, and will be banned from travel for three years.
The kingdom, the largest Gulf state with a population of some 30 million, on Tuesday recorded 1,379 new Covid-19 infections, bringing its total to 5.2 lakh&nbsp;cases and over 8000 deaths.
Also watch:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/mumbai-doctor-tests-covid-positive-3-times-twice-after-getting-both-vaccine-doses-1627448596201" target="_blank">Mumbai doctor tests Covid positive 3 times, twice after getting both vaccine doses</a>

Observed globally on 28th July every year, the World Nature Conservation Day aims at creating awareness about the preservation and sustainable use of natural resources.

World Nature Conservation Day 2021: Natural resources like water, soil, plants, air, minerals and fossil fuels are vital for human sustenance. But factors like increase in population, misuse and over-exploitation&nbsp;of resources have led to a spike in consumption. So much so that these resources are now depleting at a fast rate.
Observed globally on 28th July every year, the World Nature Conservation Day aims at creating awareness about the ways to protect and preserve natural resources.
While renewable resources like air and water are available in abundance, non-renewable resources like fossil fuels and minerals are not only limited but also take years to replenish. The day lays its focus on discouraging people from over-exploiting the resources such that there is enough left for future generations.
Here are some of the ways in which you can preserve nature and conserve&nbsp;its resources: Turn off lights and fans every time you leave a room, use energy-efficient lighting options, reduce the use of plastic, avoid wasting water and limit carbon emissions. Also, remember that "there is enough for everyone&rsquo;s need but not enough for everyone&rsquo;s greed."
These may seem like small steps but will surely go a long way in saving our environment.&nbsp;
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For the first time, astronomers have uncovered the evidence of water vapor in the atmosphere of Jupiter's moon Ganymede. This water vapour forms when ice from the moon'

For the first time, astronomers have uncovered the evidence of water vapor in the atmosphere of Jupiter's moon Ganymede. This water vapour forms when ice from the moon's surface sublimates -- that is, turns from solid to gas.
Scientists used new and archival datasets from NASA's Hubble Space Telescope to make the discovery, and have published in the journal Nature Astronomy.
Previous studies have shown that Ganymede may have more water than Earth, but as it is extremely cold with temperatures of minus 100 to 180 degrees Celsius, the water on the surface may be frozen. It was speculated that the liquid ocean may lie about 160 kilometres below the surface.
Also watch:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/nasa-shares-epic-shot-of-the-moon-s-shadow-during-the-june-eclipse-take-a-look-1626929802523" target="_blank">NASA shares EPIC shot of the Moon's shadow during the June eclipse</a>
This new evidence for a water atmosphere on Ganymede is crucial in our search for extraterrestrial life and habitable worlds.

United States is gearing for tighter guidelines for the use of masks as the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommended that fully vaccinated people begin w

United States is gearing for tighter guidelines&nbsp;for the use of masks as the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommended&nbsp;that fully vaccinated people begin wearing masks indoors again in places with&nbsp;high Covid-19 transmission rates. US President Joe Biden&nbsp;also said he&rsquo;s weighing a requirement for federal workers to get vaccinated.&nbsp; Meanwhile the White House has told staff that they must again wear masks. In a memo sent the Biden&nbsp;Administration stated&nbsp;&ldquo;Washington, D.C., has recently been classified as having a SUBSTANTIAL level of community transmission. As a result, the White House will require all individuals -- regardless of vaccination status -- to wear a mask at all times when on campus.&rdquo;
Covid&nbsp;cases are now swelling due to the Delta variant, which accounts for around 90 percent of cases.The latest seven day average of daily cases is more than 56,000, similar to levels last seen in April. Read/Watch Also: <a href="https://www.edtr.ai/9zq5">US overtakes India in new daily cases</a>
Forty-nine percent of the US population is fully vaccinated, but the vaccination rate is not evenly divided within the country.&nbsp;Vaccine hesitancy in conservative parts of the US has stalled the inoculation drive in the country that is ready to face 'normalcy' with school and offices in the fall season. The CDC is also recommending kids wear masks in schools as they return for the new session in September.&nbsp;

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in India on Tuesday on a two-day visit aimed at further boosting bilateral ties and deliberate on the rapidly evolving secu

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in India on Tuesday on a two-day visit aimed at further boosting bilateral ties and deliberate on the rapidly evolving security situation in Afghanistan as well as to expand cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region under the framework of Quad.
On Wednesday, Blinken will hold extensive talks with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and meet National Security Advisor Ajit Doval. He is also scheduled to call on Prime Minister Narendra Modi before leaving for Kuwait as part of his two-nation tour.
Also watch:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/after-afghanistan-us-to-pull-out-troops-from-iraq-by-year-end-1627355862795" target="_blank">After Afghanistan, US to pull out troops from Iraq by year end</a>
Just before leaving for India, Blinken said he was looking forward to consultations with partners of the US for further cooperation in support of its shared interests in the Indo-Pacific and Middle East.
This is Blinken's first visit to India after assuming charge as the US Secretary of State and the third by a high-ranking Biden administration official after it came to power in January.

Total antibody levels start to drop six weeks after complete immunisation with Pfizer and AstraZeneca vaccines, according to study published in The Lancet journal. The

Total antibody levels start to drop six weeks after complete immunisation with Pfizer and AstraZeneca vaccines, according to study published in The Lancet journal. The study adds the levels can reduce by more than 50 per cent over 10 weeks.
The findings based on data from over 600 people aged 18 and above were consistent across all groups of people regardless of age, chronic illnesses or sex.
The researchers from University College London (UCL) warned protective effects of the vaccines may also begin to wear off, particularly against new variants if the antibody levels carry on dropping at this rate.
The UCL Virus Watch study also found that antibody levels are substantially higher following two doses of the Pfizer vaccine than after two shots of the AstraZeneca preventive, known as Covishield in India.
Further, the study showed that antibody levels were much higher in vaccinated people than those with prior SARS-CoV-2 infection.
The findings support recommendations that adults who are clinically vulnerable, or those aged 70 years or over should be prioritised for booster doses

As anti-vaccination sentiments continue to grow in the US, the country has now surpassed India in terms of daily new Covid-19 cases, registering over 52,000 fresh cases

As anti-vaccination sentiments continue to grow in the US, the country has now surpassed India in terms of daily new Covid-19 cases, registering over 52,000 fresh cases on Monday, according to a report in the Times of India.
Experts have recorded a 170% jump in fresh cases in the US, over the last 2 weeks alone, and are calling it the "pandemic of the unvaccinated." However the average death tally at 269 is still well below India's count. 
The spike comes as the US eases mask mandates for fully vaccinated people, even as the Delta variant continues to spread.

Observed on 29th July each year, International Tiger Day aims at creating awareness about the diminishing population of tigers and the ways of conserving them.

International Tiger Day 2021: Recognised by their signature orange fur and black stripes, tigers are known as symbols of strength, grace and beauty. But this iconic species needs to be conserved before they are lost forever.
Also Watch:&nbsp;<a title="Decoding the rarest tigers in the world" href="https://www.editorji.com/story/decoding-the-rarest-tigers-in-the-world-1595989329788" target="_blank">Decoding the&nbsp;rarest tigers in the world</a>
Observed on 29th July every year, International Tiger Day was first created in November 2010 during the Saint Petersburg Tiger Summit in Russia. The day aims at creating awareness about the diminishing population of tigers and the ways of conserving them the world over. The thirteen tiger range countries resolved to help recover and double up the numbers of tigers by 2022, the next tiger lunar year.&nbsp;
According to the World Wildlife Fund, there are around just 3900 tigers in the wild. One of the major reasons behind the decline in the tiger population is poaching and hunting activities. WWF also highlighted that due to the pandemic and the consequent collapse of eco-tourism, a lot of communities that depend on tiger tourism have lost their livelihood. This economic setback led to an increase in poaching activities and a decline in conservation activities. Even the act of forest encroachment by humans has put the lives of these endangered species at risk.
Even though several steps have been taken to help protect and conserve&nbsp;the tigers, there is&nbsp;still a long way to go. Now more than ever is the need to prioritise tiger conservation activities before we lose them all.&nbsp;
Also Watch:&nbsp;<a title=" mute icontap to unmute 0:09/2:01 prev iconplay paus iconnext iconmute iconmaximize icon India's best national parks for tiger spotting!" href="https://www.editorji.com/story/india-s-best-national-parks-for-tiger-spotting-1564131312298" target="_blank">India's best national parks for tiger spotting</a>

A massive sandstorm has wreaked havoc in Chinese city of Dunhaung. A twitter user Neil Schmid shared a scary video of a giant 300-feet wall of sand approaching over the

A massive sandstorm has wreaked havoc in Chinese city of Dunhaung. A twitter user Neil Schmid shared a scary video of a giant 300-feet wall of sand approaching over the city.
The sandstorm created dangerous driving conditions and forced local police to close major roads amid reduced visibility, media reports said.
Also See |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/heaviest-rain-in-1000-years-in-china-these-5-viral-flood-videos-chronicle-the-massive-devastation-1627047146891" target="_blank">Heaviest rain in 1000 years in China</a>
The sandstorm emerged from the nearby Gobi Desert and brought life to a standstill in the city on Monday.
Video showed a massive burst of sand engulfing the city skyline.
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US President Joe Biden said Monday the U.S. combat mission in Iraq will conclude by the end of the year. The announcement comes on the heels of Biden's decision to

US President Joe Biden said Monday the U.S. combat mission in Iraq will conclude by the end of the year.&nbsp;The announcement comes on the heels of <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/us-military-mission-in-afghanistan-to-end-on-august-31-joe-biden-1625793660282" target="_blank">Biden's decision to withdraw fully from Afghanistan</a> nearly 20 years after the U.S. launched that war in response to the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks.
For years, U.S. troops have played support roles in Iraq and in neighboring Syria. After the Islamic State capture of large parts of Iraq, the US sent back its troops to help fight the extremists.
Speaking to reporters during an Oval Office session with Iraqi Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi, Biden said his administration remained committed to a partnership with Iraq.
US currently has about 2,500 troops on the ground in Iraq, which are routinely targeted by Iran-backed militias.&nbsp;

Fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi claimed that the two persons who allegedly abducted him from Antigua were RAW agents

Fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi, wanted in the Rs 13,500 crore Punjab National Bank fraud case has claimed that the two persons who allegedly abducted him from Antigua were the agents of the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW).
In an interview run on India Today TV, Choksi alleged he was abducted and beaten by the RAW agents.
Also Read&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/was-planning-to-return-to-india-but-not-anymore-mehul-choksi-1626418837425" target="_blank">Was planning to return to India, but not anymore: Mehul Choksi</a>
Choksi even identified the pictures of Gurmit Singh and Gurjit Bhandal, the two men he claimed to be RAW agents. He also identified Barbara Jarabica, his close acquaintance from whose house he was allegedly abducted.
Choksi said that the RAW agents told him they were taking him for interrogation. He also said that the &lsquo;agents&rsquo; were tough with him and beat him &lsquo;here and there&rsquo;.
He further claimed that he had been hearing rumours about his kidnapping over the last three years, since the 2019 Lok Sabha elections.
Both India and Antigua have rejected Choksi's&nbsp;claims that he was kidnapped.
Mehul Choksi was arrested in Dominica on May 26 for allegedly entering the country "illegally" from Antigua and Barbuda, where he has been living since January 2018.

The Chinese have erected tents on the Indian side of the Charding Nala in Demchok in eastern Ladakh, senior government officials reportedly said

The Chinese have erected tents on the Indian side of the Charding Nala in Demchok in eastern Ladakh, senior government officials said, according to the Indian Express.
The officials have reportedly said the people occupying these tents are &ldquo;so-called civilians&rdquo;, and streesed that even though India has been asking them to go back, &ldquo;their presence remains&rdquo;.
India and China had agreed that Demchok and Trig Heights were disputed points on the&nbsp;Line of Actual Control&nbsp;(LAC) during meetings of the joint working groups (JWG) back in the 1990s.
Also Read&nbsp;<a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/biden-blames-china-for-cyberattack-on-microsoft-nato-forms-cybersecurity-alliance-1626745703444" target="_blank">Biden blames China for cyberattack on Microsoft, NATO forms cybersecurity alliance</a>
Meanwhile, the 12th round of Corps Commander-level talks are yet to be held. China had proposed the talks be held on Monday, but India, which observes July 26 as Kargil Day to commemorate the victory over Pakistan in the 1999 Kargil War, asked for the discussions to be postponed by a few days.

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