As fierce combat raged throughout southern Ukraine on Tuesday, President Volodymyr Zelensky met with top UN nuclear inspectors in Kyiv ahead of their visit to evaluate the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, according to his office.&nbsp;

Rafael Grossi, the chairman of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), and a 14-person team arrived in Kyiv late on Monday in preparation for a visit to the Zaporizhzhia plant, the largest nuclear facility in Europe that has been under Russian military control since early March.

"This is probably one of the top-priority questions regarding the safety of Ukraine and the world today," Zelensky said, calling for the "immediate de-militarisation of the plant" and its transfer to "full Ukrainian control".

According to Ukraine's nuclear agency Energoatom, the plant came under further shelling over the weekend, with Moscow and Kyiv trading accusations for the strikes near the complex of six nuclear reactors that is situated on the banks of the Dnipro River.

In the meantime, a fierce battle raged throughout the nearby Kherson region of the south as Ukrainian forces launched a significant counteroffensive "in various directions."&nbsp;

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At the beginning of the invasion six months ago, Moscow's forces grabbed the majority of the Black Sea-bordering Kherson area, including its provincial capital of the same name.

Since the fighting has virtually ceased in the eastern Donbas region, commentators have predicted for weeks that fighting will move south to end the standoff before winter.&nbsp;

Tuesday also saw further Russian attacks on Kharkiv's centre, which resulted in at least five fatalities and seven injuries. However, the southern counteroffensive continued to receive most of the focus.&nbsp;

According to a report made on Tuesday by the Russian defence ministry, Ukraine's southern counterattack resulted in "large-scale losses" of more than 1,200 soldiers and 150 military vehicles.

(with inputs from agencies)

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As fierce combat raged throughout southern Ukraine on Tuesday, President Volodymyr Zelensky met with top UN nuclear inspectors in Kyiv ahead of their visit to evaluate the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, according to his office.

As fierce combat raged throughout southern Ukraine on Tuesday, President Volodymyr Zelensky met with top UN nuclear inspectors in Kyiv ahead of their visit to evaluate the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, according to his office. Rafael Grossi, the chairman of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), and a 14-person team arrived in Kyiv late on Monday in preparation for a visit to the Zaporizhzhia plant, the largest nuclear facility in Europe that has been under Russian military control since early March. "This is probably one of the top-priority questions regarding the safety of Ukraine and the world today," Zelensky said, calling for the "immediate de-militarisation of the plant" and its transfer to "full Ukrainian control". According to Ukraine's nuclear agency Energoatom, the plant came under further shelling over the weekend, with Moscow and Kyiv trading accusations for the strikes near the complex of six nuclear reactors that is situated on the banks of the Dnipro River. In the meantime, a fierce battle raged throughout the nearby Kherson region of the south as Ukrainian forces launched a significant counteroffensive "in various directions." Also Read: Xi Jinping's 'zero-covid' policy faces rare public criticism At the beginning of the invasion six months ago, Moscow's forces grabbed the majority of the Black Sea-bordering Kherson area, including its provincial capital of the same name. Since the fighting has virtually ceased in the eastern Donbas region, commentators have predicted for weeks that fighting will move south to end the standoff before winter. Tuesday also saw further Russian attacks on Kharkiv's centre, which resulted in at least five fatalities and seven injuries. However, the southern counteroffensive continued to receive most of the focus. According to a report made on Tuesday by the Russian defence ministry, Ukraine's southern counterattack resulted in "large-scale losses" of more than 1,200 soldiers and 150 military vehicles. (with inputs from agencies)

Zelensky meets IAEA chief ahead of agency delegation's visit to Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant

Mikhail Gorbachev, who was known for his extraordinary reforms that led to the end of the Cold War, died Tuesday after a long illness. He was 91.

Gorbachev, who was awarded the Nobel Peace prize, had unleashed path-breaking reforms though he was in power for less than seven years, but was unable to save the fall of the Soviet Union. 
 
The last Soviet leader, Mikhail Gorbachev, worked to bring about the reunification of Germany by negotiating armaments reduction agreements with the United States and forming alliances with Western nations.&nbsp;

In 1990, he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his contributions to the global politics.

In contrast to previous Kremlin leaders who had dispatched tanks to put down uprisings in Hungary in 1956 and Czechoslovakia in 1968, he refrained from employing force when pro-democracy rallies swept across the Soviet bloc countries of communist Eastern Europe in 1989.

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But the protests fueled demands for independence in the 15 Soviet republics, which culminated in the country's chaotic dissolution during the following two years.&nbsp;

Gorbachev made unsuccessful attempts to stop that catastrophe.&nbsp;

He had intended to revitalise the system by allowing some political and economic freedoms when he was appointed general secretary of the Soviet Communist Party in 1985, at the age of just 54, but his changes spiralled out of control.

His "glasnost" (free speech) policy encouraged nationalists to push for independence in the Baltic republics of Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia, and elsewhere while also allowing hitherto unimaginable criticism of the party and the state.&nbsp;

WATCH |&nbsp;Mikhail Gorbachev who ended Cold War without bloodshed, passes away at 91

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Many Russians never forgave Gorbachev for the unrest his reforms caused because they believed the following decline in their standard of living was too great a cost to pay for democracy.&nbsp;

"He gave us all freedom, but we don't know what to do with it,"&nbsp;liberal economist Ruslan Grinberg said on June 30 after visiting Gorbachev in the hospital.

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Mikhail Gorbachev, who was known for his extraordinary reforms that led to the end of the Cold War, died Tuesday after a long illness. He was 91. Gorbachev, who was awarded the Nobel Peace prize, had unleashed path-breaking reforms though he was in power for less than seven years, but was unable to save the fall of the Soviet Union.

Mikhail Gorbachev, who was known for his extraordinary reforms that led to the end of the Cold War, died Tuesday after a long illness. He was 91. Gorbachev, who was awarded the Nobel Peace prize, had unleashed path-breaking reforms though he was in power for less than seven years, but was unable to save the fall of the Soviet Union. The last Soviet leader, Mikhail Gorbachev, worked to bring about the reunification of Germany by negotiating armaments reduction agreements with the United States and forming alliances with Western nations. In 1990, he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his contributions to the global politics. In contrast to previous Kremlin leaders who had dispatched tanks to put down uprisings in Hungary in 1956 and Czechoslovakia in 1968, he refrained from employing force when pro-democracy rallies swept across the Soviet bloc countries of communist Eastern Europe in 1989. Also Read: Watch: Fireworks in Kabul to celebrate first anniversary of US withdrawal from Afghanistan But the protests fueled demands for independence in the 15 Soviet republics, which culminated in the country's chaotic dissolution during the following two years. Gorbachev made unsuccessful attempts to stop that catastrophe. He had intended to revitalise the system by allowing some political and economic freedoms when he was appointed general secretary of the Soviet Communist Party in 1985, at the age of just 54, but his changes spiralled out of control. His "glasnost" (free speech) policy encouraged nationalists to push for independence in the Baltic republics of Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia, and elsewhere while also allowing hitherto unimaginable criticism of the party and the state. WATCH | Mikhail Gorbachev who ended Cold War without bloodshed, passes away at 91 Many Russians never forgave Gorbachev for the unrest his reforms caused because they believed the following decline in their standard of living was too great a cost to pay for democracy. "He gave us all freedom, but we don't know what to do with it," liberal economist Ruslan Grinberg said on June 30 after visiting Gorbachev in the hospital. (with inputs from agencies)

Mikhail Gorbachev, former Soviet president who ended cold war, dies aged 91

After cancelling a test flight earlier this week, NASA will attempt to launch its potent new Moon rocket again on Saturday, an official said.&nbsp;

Blastoff was scheduled to launch on Monday morning but was postponed due to the failure of a test meant to bring one of the rocket's four RS-25 engines up to the required temperature range for the launch.&nbsp;

The date for the new launch attempt, a crucial milestone in the US ambition to send men back to the Moon, was revealed by Mike Sarafin, mission manager of Artemis 1 at NASA, at a Tuesday media briefing.&nbsp;

The purpose of Artemis 1, which is named after Apollo's twin sister, is to test the Orion crew capsule and the 322-foot (98-meter) Space Launch System rocket.

The trip is unmanned; instead of astronauts, sensor-equipped mannequins will report the amounts of acceleration, vibration, and radiation.&nbsp;

The launch, which comes 50 years after the last Moon landing by Apollo 17 astronauts, attracted tens of thousands of spectators, including US Vice President Kamala Harris.&nbsp;

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There was a slight risk of lightning during the overnight procedures to feed the orange-and-white rocket with extremely cold liquid hydrogen and oxygen.

The primary stage's hydrogen filling was halted when a suspected leak was discovered. Following tests, the flow continued.&nbsp;

Later, NASA engineers found the issue with the engine temperature and decided to cancel the launch.&nbsp;

To determine whether the Orion spacecraft is soon safe for habitation, it will orbit the Moon. Artemis plans to place a woman and a person of colour on the Moon for the first time at some point in the future.

(with inputs from agencies)

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After cancelling a test flight earlier this week, NASA will attempt to launch its potent new Moon rocket again on Saturday, an official said. Blastoff was scheduled to launch on Monday morning but was postponed due to the failure of a test meant to bring one of the rocket's four RS-25 engines up to the required temperature range for the launch.

After cancelling a test flight earlier this week, NASA will attempt to launch its potent new Moon rocket again on Saturday, an official said. Blastoff was scheduled to launch on Monday morning but was postponed due to the failure of a test meant to bring one of the rocket's four RS-25 engines up to the required temperature range for the launch. The date for the new launch attempt, a crucial milestone in the US ambition to send men back to the Moon, was revealed by Mike Sarafin, mission manager of Artemis 1 at NASA, at a Tuesday media briefing. The purpose of Artemis 1, which is named after Apollo's twin sister, is to test the Orion crew capsule and the 322-foot (98-meter) Space Launch System rocket. The trip is unmanned; instead of astronauts, sensor-equipped mannequins will report the amounts of acceleration, vibration, and radiation. The launch, which comes 50 years after the last Moon landing by Apollo 17 astronauts, attracted tens of thousands of spectators, including US Vice President Kamala Harris. Also Read: Iran and Turkey pushing back Afghan refugees, violating international law, says Amnesty There was a slight risk of lightning during the overnight procedures to feed the orange-and-white rocket with extremely cold liquid hydrogen and oxygen. The primary stage's hydrogen filling was halted when a suspected leak was discovered. Following tests, the flow continued. Later, NASA engineers found the issue with the engine temperature and decided to cancel the launch. To determine whether the Orion spacecraft is soon safe for habitation, it will orbit the Moon. Artemis plans to place a woman and a person of colour on the Moon for the first time at some point in the future. (with inputs from agencies)

NASA to relaunch Artemis 1 moon rocket on Saturday: Report

According to a report released by Amnesty International on Wednesday, Iran and Turkey are violating international law by barring Afghan refugees from entering their countries or by returning them against their will to live in danger under the Taliban dictatorship.&nbsp;

Following the US's catastrophic military withdrawal from Afghanistan in August 2021, which allowed the hardline Taliban Islamists to restore power, hundreds of thousands of people fled the nation.&nbsp;

The bulk, however, had to evacuate by land, primarily toward Iran and then Turkey, while individuals who helped US forces, in particular, were airlifted out.&nbsp;

They are particularly vulnerable to border police who use violence or threats to keep them out or push them back because many of them are destitute and lack passports or other acceptable travel credentials, according to Amnesty International.

According to the report, "Iranian and Turkish security forces have unlawfully used firearms against Afghans trying to cross the border irregularly as a deterrent and a pushback method, sometimes resulting in deaths or injuries."&nbsp;

Amnesty claimed that their conclusions were derived from interviews with a large number of Afghans, including 74 who were forcibly returned, occasionally with children or other family members.&nbsp;

According to the NGO, there have been several instances of "unlawful killings, pushbacks by shooting and other unlawful returns, arbitrary detention, and torture and other ill-treatment of Afghans at the hands of both Iranian and Turkish officials."&nbsp;

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It specifically listed the 11 Afghans who were killed by Iranian security forces and the three Afghans who were killed by Turkish forces throughout the previous year.

The right to seek asylum and the prohibition against refoulment—the forcible return of refugees to nations where they would face persecution or other human rights violations—are guaranteed by international law.&nbsp;

According to Amnesty International, no Afghan should be sent back because of the possibility of grave human rights violations there, which is also the opinion of the UNHCR (United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees).&nbsp;

Additionally, it urged the international community to aid nations hosting Afghan refugees and to scale up efforts by Europe, the US, and Canada to make it easier for Afghans at risk of Taliban assassination to leave their country.

(with inputs from agencies)

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According to a report released by Amnesty International on Wednesday, Iran and Turkey are violating international law by barring Afghan refugees from entering their countries or by returning them against their will to live in danger under the Taliban dictatorship.

According to a report released by Amnesty International on Wednesday, Iran and Turkey are violating international law by barring Afghan refugees from entering their countries or by returning them against their will to live in danger under the Taliban dictatorship. Following the US's catastrophic military withdrawal from Afghanistan in August 2021, which allowed the hardline Taliban Islamists to restore power, hundreds of thousands of people fled the nation. The bulk, however, had to evacuate by land, primarily toward Iran and then Turkey, while individuals who helped US forces, in particular, were airlifted out. They are particularly vulnerable to border police who use violence or threats to keep them out or push them back because many of them are destitute and lack passports or other acceptable travel credentials, according to Amnesty International. According to the report, "Iranian and Turkish security forces have unlawfully used firearms against Afghans trying to cross the border irregularly as a deterrent and a pushback method, sometimes resulting in deaths or injuries." Amnesty claimed that their conclusions were derived from interviews with a large number of Afghans, including 74 who were forcibly returned, occasionally with children or other family members. According to the NGO, there have been several instances of "unlawful killings, pushbacks by shooting and other unlawful returns, arbitrary detention, and torture and other ill-treatment of Afghans at the hands of both Iranian and Turkish officials." Also Read: UNESCO supports Ukraine's bid to put threatened port of Odesa on World Heritage list It specifically listed the 11 Afghans who were killed by Iranian security forces and the three Afghans who were killed by Turkish forces throughout the previous year. The right to seek asylum and the prohibition against refoulment—the forcible return of refugees to nations where they would face persecution or other human rights violations—are guaranteed by international law. According to Amnesty International, no Afghan should be sent back because of the possibility of grave human rights violations there, which is also the opinion of the UNHCR (United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees). Additionally, it urged the international community to aid nations hosting Afghan refugees and to scale up efforts by Europe, the US, and Canada to make it easier for Afghans at risk of Taliban assassination to leave their country. (with inputs from agencies)

Iran and Turkey pushing back Afghan refugees, violating international law, says Amnesty

Mikhail Gorbachev, a Soviet reformer, continued to innovate even after leaving the Kremlin, becoming the first head of state in modern Russian history to hold public office.&nbsp;

Tsars and Soviet leaders had traditionally passed away in the office or, in the case of General Secretary Nikita Khrushchev, had been forcibly removed from power and spent the remainder of their lives in obscurity.&nbsp;

Here is how Gorbachev charted his own trajectory after leaving office over a period of over three decades:

Prominent appearances

Against the advice of people close to him, Gorbachev participated in Western brand advertisements to collect money for his newly established charity.&nbsp;

The most well-known of these appearances was a Pizza Hut commercial in which the former USSR leader entered an American chain's restaurant after crossing Red Square.&nbsp;

While discussing the impact of Gorbachev's reforms, the diners present eventually stand to thank the former leader for introducing Pizza Hut to Russia.&nbsp;

An advertisement for the upscale clothing company Louis Vuitton from 2007 featured Gorbachev peering out of a car at the Berlin Wall while holding a monogrammed bag with the tagline, "A journey brings us face to face with ourselves."

Comeback attempt&nbsp;

In the 1996 presidential election, Gorbachev ran on a centrist platform but garnered fewer than 1% of the vote.&nbsp;

Despite having low polling numbers in the months prior to the election, his longtime foe Boris Yeltsin easily won thanks to the support of media oligarchs.&nbsp;

The humiliation of the former general secretary may have ultimately helped him since it demonstrated to Yeltsin—who had been trying to control Gorbachev—that he was no longer a political threat.&nbsp;

At the turn of 2000, Gorbachev assisted in establishing a short-lived social democratic party, although he never again sought for politics.

Green causes

With lucrative international lecture tours, a collection of memoirs, and a foundation in his honour, the former president followed in the footsteps of many Western heads of state.&nbsp;

Gorbachev also established the global environmental NGO Green Cross in 1992. He kept meeting with foreign leaders long after he left office to advance environmental interests.&nbsp;

In 2011, he turned 80, and to honour the occasion, Sharon Stone and Kevin Spacey staged a marathon charity event at London's Albert Hall. Former US president Bill Clinton and Bono were&nbsp;among others who paid tribute to him.

Free press

The person who started the movement of "glasnost," or openness, invested early in the opposition newspaper Novaya Gazeta in the 1990s.&nbsp;

During President Vladimir Putin's administration, the publication served as a forum for dissident voices, and several members of its employees, notably the investigative journalist Anna Politkovskaya, have been killed for their work.

Till the end of his life, Gorbachev gave interviews and offered commentary on world events.&nbsp;

The publishing of Novaya Gazeta, whose chief editor Dmitry Muratov received the Nobel Peace Prize the previous year, was halted in late March until Moscow's military operation in Ukraine.&nbsp;

In July, the Russian communications watchdog demanded that the licences for Novaya Gazeta's website and print edition be revoked.

Final days

The loss of Gorbachev's wife Raisa, who passed away from leukaemia in 1999 at the age of 67, was the greatest sadness of his life after leaving office.&nbsp;

The Soviet leader lived out his final days in a humble country home west of Moscow, where he and Raisa had previously resided after relocating there years before.&nbsp;

According to newspaper profiles and documentaries, he maintained home with a cleaner and a small security team while frequently travelling to Moscow for functions and foundation visits.

(with inputs from agencies)

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Mikhail Gorbachev, a Soviet reformer, continued to innovate even after leaving the Kremlin, becoming the first head of state in modern Russian history to hold public office.

Mikhail Gorbachev, a Soviet reformer, continued to innovate even after leaving the Kremlin, becoming the first head of state in modern Russian history to hold public office. Tsars and Soviet leaders had traditionally passed away in the office or, in the case of General Secretary Nikita Khrushchev, had been forcibly removed from power and spent the remainder of their lives in obscurity. Here is how Gorbachev charted his own trajectory after leaving office over a period of over three decades: Prominent appearances Against the advice of people close to him, Gorbachev participated in Western brand advertisements to collect money for his newly established charity. The most well-known of these appearances was a Pizza Hut commercial in which the former USSR leader entered an American chain's restaurant after crossing Red Square. While discussing the impact of Gorbachev's reforms, the diners present eventually stand to thank the former leader for introducing Pizza Hut to Russia. An advertisement for the upscale clothing company Louis Vuitton from 2007 featured Gorbachev peering out of a car at the Berlin Wall while holding a monogrammed bag with the tagline, "A journey brings us face to face with ourselves." Comeback attempt In the 1996 presidential election, Gorbachev ran on a centrist platform but garnered fewer than 1% of the vote. Despite having low polling numbers in the months prior to the election, his longtime foe Boris Yeltsin easily won thanks to the support of media oligarchs. The humiliation of the former general secretary may have ultimately helped him since it demonstrated to Yeltsin—who had been trying to control Gorbachev—that he was no longer a political threat. At the turn of 2000, Gorbachev assisted in establishing a short-lived social democratic party, although he never again sought for politics. Green causes With lucrative international lecture tours, a collection of memoirs, and a foundation in his honour, the former president followed in the footsteps of many Western heads of state. Gorbachev also established the global environmental NGO Green Cross in 1992. He kept meeting with foreign leaders long after he left office to advance environmental interests. In 2011, he turned 80, and to honour the occasion, Sharon Stone and Kevin Spacey staged a marathon charity event at London's Albert Hall. Former US president Bill Clinton and Bono were among others who paid tribute to him. Free press The person who started the movement of "glasnost," or openness, invested early in the opposition newspaper Novaya Gazeta in the 1990s. During President Vladimir Putin's administration, the publication served as a forum for dissident voices, and several members of its employees, notably the investigative journalist Anna Politkovskaya, have been killed for their work. Till the end of his life, Gorbachev gave interviews and offered commentary on world events. The publishing of Novaya Gazeta, whose chief editor Dmitry Muratov received the Nobel Peace Prize the previous year, was halted in late March until Moscow's military operation in Ukraine. In July, the Russian communications watchdog demanded that the licences for Novaya Gazeta's website and print edition be revoked. Final days The loss of Gorbachev's wife Raisa, who passed away from leukaemia in 1999 at the age of 67, was the greatest sadness of his life after leaving office. The Soviet leader lived out his final days in a humble country home west of Moscow, where he and Raisa had previously resided after relocating there years before. According to newspaper profiles and documentaries, he maintained home with a cleaner and a small security team while frequently travelling to Moscow for functions and foundation visits. (with inputs from agencies)

Life of Mikhail Gorbachev: From luxury brand campaigner to initiating 'glasnost'

The first monkeypox-related fatality in the US was verified on Tuesday by Texas authorities, who added that they are still trying to determine what role the disease played in the death of the "severely immunocompromised" patient.&nbsp;

Few cases of monkeypox patient deaths have been reported globally but none were reported thus far in the United States during the current outbreak.&nbsp;

The death was being investigated to see what part monkeypox may have played, according to a statement from Texas health officials.&nbsp;

They stated that the patient was an adult with a significantly compromised immune system.

There have been 18,100 cases of monkeypox reported in the US thus far. Health authorities' data suggests that there has recently been a minor slowdown in the number of new illnesses.&nbsp;

The majority of infections occur during sexual activity, and the epidemic mostly affects gay and bisexual men.&nbsp;

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A CDC survey from last week found that since learning about the outbreak, about half of men who engage in heterosexual sex had cut back on their number of partners, one-night stands, or usage of dating apps.

The distribution of vaccines has been the main emphasis of the United States' response to the outbreak. The government has declared that doses will be made accessible exclusively during significant LGBTQ events, including this weekend's Southern Decadence celebration in New Orleans, two events in Oakland, California, and Atlanta's "Black Pride".&nbsp;

In an effort to better serve minorities, US health authorities have also started focusing on smaller gatherings. For instance, "The house [music] and ballroom community," which draws "a lot of young people and people of colour," is one such venue, according to Dr Demetre Daskalakis, deputy epidemic response coordinator for the White House.

(with inputs from agencies)

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The first monkeypox-related fatality in the US was verified on Tuesday by Texas authorities, who added that they are still trying to determine what role the disease played in the death of the "severely immunocompromised" patient.

The first monkeypox-related fatality in the US was verified on Tuesday by Texas authorities, who added that they are still trying to determine what role the disease played in the death of the "severely immunocompromised" patient. Few cases of monkeypox patient deaths have been reported globally but none were reported thus far in the United States during the current outbreak. The death was being investigated to see what part monkeypox may have played, according to a statement from Texas health officials. They stated that the patient was an adult with a significantly compromised immune system. There have been 18,100 cases of monkeypox reported in the US thus far. Health authorities' data suggests that there has recently been a minor slowdown in the number of new illnesses. The majority of infections occur during sexual activity, and the epidemic mostly affects gay and bisexual men. Also Read: Last Soviet president Mikhail Gorbachev, who ended cold war, dies aged 91 A CDC survey from last week found that since learning about the outbreak, about half of men who engage in heterosexual sex had cut back on their number of partners, one-night stands, or usage of dating apps. The distribution of vaccines has been the main emphasis of the United States' response to the outbreak. The government has declared that doses will be made accessible exclusively during significant LGBTQ events, including this weekend's Southern Decadence celebration in New Orleans, two events in Oakland, California, and Atlanta's "Black Pride". In an effort to better serve minorities, US health authorities have also started focusing on smaller gatherings. For instance, "The house [music] and ballroom community," which draws "a lot of young people and people of colour," is one such venue, according to Dr Demetre Daskalakis, deputy epidemic response coordinator for the White House. (with inputs from agencies)

First monkeypox death reported in US in 'severely immunocompromised' patient

Tuesday night, the first anniversary of the American pullout from Afghanistan, which the Taliban are observing as "Freedom Day," saw celebratory fireworks light up the Kabul sky.&nbsp;

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The Taliban, who had conducted a 20-year insurgency against American-led forces that invaded Afghanistan in October 2001 in response to the September 11 attacks in New York, took control of the war-torn nation as the departure was completed a minute past midnight local time on August 30.&nbsp;

Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid had earlier on Tuesday stated that "fireworks with various and beautiful colours are going to be held to mark Freedom Day."&nbsp;

In many parts of Kabul, there was ferocious aerial shooting in celebration in addition to the fireworks.

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According to the labour ministry, the de facto Taliban government also designated Wednesday a public holiday to honour the occasion.&nbsp;

Back then, the commander of US Central Command had acknowledged that the withdrawal had caused "a lot of sadness." Washington and its NATO allies were obliged to leave soon because they had no idea the Taliban would win so rapidly.&nbsp;

After a massive but chaotic airlift that resulted in the deaths of 13 American service personnel and left behind thousands of Afghans and hundreds of Americans still looking for freedom from Taliban rule, the United States finished its military departure from Afghanistan.

Many more are still in Afghanistan, where the Taliban are attempting to set up a fully operational government that is accepted by the international community, though some have since been permitted to depart.&nbsp;

The Taliban are currently contending with their own insurgency, which is being led by the militant organization's Afghanistan branch.

(with inputs from agencies) 
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Tuesday night, the first anniversary of the American pullout from Afghanistan, which the Taliban are observing as "Freedom Day," saw celebratory fireworks light up the Kabul sky.

Tuesday night, the first anniversary of the American pullout from Afghanistan, which the Taliban are observing as "Freedom Day," saw celebratory fireworks light up the Kabul sky. Kabul is celebrating a year after the end of US occupation. #آزادۍ pic.twitter.com/zLhR7H2xjF — Sangar | سنګر پیکار (@paykhar) August 30, 2022 × The Taliban, who had conducted a 20-year insurgency against American-led forces that invaded Afghanistan in October 2001 in response to the September 11 attacks in New York, took control of the war-torn nation as the departure was completed a minute past midnight local time on August 30. Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid had earlier on Tuesday stated that "fireworks with various and beautiful colours are going to be held to mark Freedom Day." In many parts of Kabul, there was ferocious aerial shooting in celebration in addition to the fireworks. Also Read: UNESCO supports Ukraine's bid to put threatened port of Odesa on World Heritage list According to the labour ministry, the de facto Taliban government also designated Wednesday a public holiday to honour the occasion. Back then, the commander of US Central Command had acknowledged that the withdrawal had caused "a lot of sadness." Washington and its NATO allies were obliged to leave soon because they had no idea the Taliban would win so rapidly. After a massive but chaotic airlift that resulted in the deaths of 13 American service personnel and left behind thousands of Afghans and hundreds of Americans still looking for freedom from Taliban rule, the United States finished its military departure from Afghanistan. Many more are still in Afghanistan, where the Taliban are attempting to set up a fully operational government that is accepted by the international community, though some have since been permitted to depart. The Taliban are currently contending with their own insurgency, which is being led by the militant organization's Afghanistan branch. (with inputs from agencies)

Watch: Fireworks in Kabul to celebrate first anniversary of US withdrawal from Afghanistan

The&nbsp;emphasis of Generation Z on social issues, healthy living, and moderate alcohol consumption has earned them the nickname "generation sensible." However, therapists assert that because Generation Z is extremely careful about taking chances, they risk missing out on a wealth of life experiences.

Mental health professionals claim that many young people are increasingly choosing to stick with their familiar small circle of friends who have similar interests, where a large portion of their social interaction takes place online. The experts stated that while this may give them more control over some elements of their lives, it may also cause social anxiety if they must contact people in person.

"I'm seeing a disproportionate increase in referrals for social anxiety, professional anxiety, general self-confidence, and relationship issues for this generation when they are confronted with the reality of being in an office, being in a nightclub, being in a pub, or being on a date," said Natalie Phillips, a psychotherapist who works with children and young people aged 11 to 25.&nbsp;

Her remarks followed an academic study that claimed Generation Z claims they drink less than their parents because they feel pressure to excel academically, are more health conscious, and do not want to lose control. The report was published in the British Journal of Sociology.

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"I do have the feeling that [this age] are missing out on perhaps making mistakes and the sense of being young," Phillips added. They seem to be extremely advanced in age. Many of the young individuals she interacts with, she continued, have "restricted comfort zones" because they mostly engage with colleagues online or work from home. They also have a limited number of friends who share their viewpoints.

In 2020, 517 Britons who identified as moderate or non-drinkers between the ages of 18 and 25 were polled by academics from the universities of Kent and Leeds. According to seven out of ten respondents, they believe they do not need to drink as frequently because they have more options for pastimes than previous generations.

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The emphasis of Generation Z on social issues, healthy living, and moderate alcohol consumption has earned them the nickname "generation sensible." However, therapists assert that because Generation Z is extremely careful about taking chances, they risk missing out on a wealth of life experiences.

The emphasis of Generation Z on social issues, healthy living, and moderate alcohol consumption has earned them the nickname "generation sensible." However, therapists assert that because Generation Z is extremely careful about taking chances, they risk missing out on a wealth of life experiences. Mental health professionals claim that many young people are increasingly choosing to stick with their familiar small circle of friends who have similar interests, where a large portion of their social interaction takes place online. The experts stated that while this may give them more control over some elements of their lives, it may also cause social anxiety if they must contact people in person. "I'm seeing a disproportionate increase in referrals for social anxiety, professional anxiety, general self-confidence, and relationship issues for this generation when they are confronted with the reality of being in an office, being in a nightclub, being in a pub, or being on a date," said Natalie Phillips, a psychotherapist who works with children and young people aged 11 to 25. Her remarks followed an academic study that claimed Generation Z claims they drink less than their parents because they feel pressure to excel academically, are more health conscious, and do not want to lose control. The report was published in the British Journal of Sociology. Also Read: WATCH: Multiple times when world leaders took to the dancefloor, why blame Sanna Marin? "I do have the feeling that [this age] are missing out on perhaps making mistakes and the sense of being young," Phillips added. They seem to be extremely advanced in age. Many of the young individuals she interacts with, she continued, have "restricted comfort zones" because they mostly engage with colleagues online or work from home. They also have a limited number of friends who share their viewpoints. In 2020, 517 Britons who identified as moderate or non-drinkers between the ages of 18 and 25 were polled by academics from the universities of Kent and Leeds. According to seven out of ten respondents, they believe they do not need to drink as frequently because they have more options for pastimes than previous generations. (with inputs from agencies)

Gen Z is ‘generation sensible’ & too cautious, risks missing out on life experiences, warn therapists

On Thursday, a large video panel crashed onto the stage during a performance by the Hong Kong boyband Mirror, hurting at least two dancers, one of whom was gravely hurt. As a result, the group was temporarily banned from performing while authorities conducted an investigation. Social media users posted videos of the screen toppling, and the Hong Kong media reported that three audience members also suffered injuries.&nbsp;

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He declared that in order to safeguard performers, employees, and the general public, the government would look into and reassess safety protocols. In the mishap in Hong Kong's Coliseum, which is close to Victoria Harbour, none of the 12 members of Mirror were injured. The band was doing a run of 12 shows at the venue when the local government forced it to postpone its remaining shows.

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Shows at the facility have been put on hold, according to Culture Secretary Kevin Yeung, until the stage structure is considered safe. The enormously well-liked cantopop ensemble was established in 2018 thanks to a reality television programme. A petition requesting the concert organiser to address the issues and ensure everyone's safety garnered more than 13,000 signatures from fans of the Mirror.&nbsp;

MakerVille, a concert promoter owned by PCCW Media Group, a subsidiary of Hong Kong businessman Richard Li, claimed it was fully examining the incident.

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On Thursday, a large video panel crashed onto the stage during a performance by the Hong Kong boyband Mirror, hurting at least two dancers, one of whom was gravely hurt.

On Thursday, a large video panel crashed onto the stage during a performance by the Hong Kong boyband Mirror, hurting at least two dancers, one of whom was gravely hurt. As a result, the group was temporarily banned from performing while authorities conducted an investigation. Social media users posted videos of the screen toppling, and the Hong Kong media reported that three audience members also suffered injuries. #BREAKING: A live performance by Hong Kong boy band Mirror was cut short after a screen fell and struck dancers below, at least 2 injured. pic.twitter.com/cTnLxSNhAt — X-Money (@TheRealXMoney) July 28, 2022 × He declared that in order to safeguard performers, employees, and the general public, the government would look into and reassess safety protocols. In the mishap in Hong Kong's Coliseum, which is close to Victoria Harbour, none of the 12 members of Mirror were injured. The band was doing a run of 12 shows at the venue when the local government forced it to postpone its remaining shows. Also Read: 'Those who play with fire will perish by it': Xi Jinping warns Joe Biden over Taiwan Shows at the facility have been put on hold, according to Culture Secretary Kevin Yeung, until the stage structure is considered safe. The enormously well-liked cantopop ensemble was established in 2018 thanks to a reality television programme. A petition requesting the concert organiser to address the issues and ensure everyone's safety garnered more than 13,000 signatures from fans of the Mirror. MakerVille, a concert promoter owned by PCCW Media Group, a subsidiary of Hong Kong businessman Richard Li, claimed it was fully examining the incident. (with inputs from agencies)

Watch| Giant video screen collapses during Hong Kong boyband Mirror concert, dancers hurt

The claims that a well-known television news anchor in Canada lost her job as a result of "going grey" have provoked outrage and scepticism, rocking one of the top media organisations in the nation and illuminating the strict expectations women face in the workplace.&nbsp;

In a two-minute video uploaded on Twitter, Lisa LaFlamme stated on Monday that she had been fired as the anchor of CTV National News, one of the most popular evening programmes in the nation.

LaFlamme claimed to have been "blindsided" by the decision to terminate her contract in the video, which has now received over 4 million views.&nbsp;

She remarked, "I’m still shocked and saddened. At 58, I still thought I’d have a lot more time to tell more of the stories that impact our daily lives."&nbsp;

One of several ladies who stopped colouring their hair during the pandemic and let their natural hair colour shine was LaFlamme, who began anchoring the flagship programme in 2011. LaFlamme referred to the choice as "liberating" and told viewers she regretted not acting sooner.

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Michael Melling, a senior executive at CTV News, was said to have "asked who had approved the decision to let Lisa's hair go grey," according to a report in the Globe and Mail on Thursday. Before finally informing LaFlamme that her contract was being terminated, Melling and LaFlamme sparred over matters of journalism, according to the Globe and Mail.

For the past 35 years, LaFlamme has reported for CTV News from war zones and the scenes of devastating natural disasters. She most recently took home the Canadian Screen Award for Best News Anchor.&nbsp;

According to Amanda Watson, a sociologist at Simon Fraser University, the controversy surrounding LaFlamme's dismissal has highlighted the difficulties women, especially those at the top of their field, have to face on a daily basis.

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The claims that a well-known television news anchor in Canada lost her job as a result of "going grey" have provoked outrage and scepticism, rocking one of the top media organisations in the nation and illuminating the strict expectations women face in the workplace.

The claims that a well-known television news anchor in Canada lost her job as a result of "going grey" have provoked outrage and scepticism, rocking one of the top media organisations in the nation and illuminating the strict expectations women face in the workplace. In a two-minute video uploaded on Twitter, Lisa LaFlamme stated on Monday that she had been fired as the anchor of CTV National News, one of the most popular evening programmes in the nation. LaFlamme claimed to have been "blindsided" by the decision to terminate her contract in the video, which has now received over 4 million views. She remarked, "I’m still shocked and saddened. At 58, I still thought I’d have a lot more time to tell more of the stories that impact our daily lives." One of several ladies who stopped colouring their hair during the pandemic and let their natural hair colour shine was LaFlamme, who began anchoring the flagship programme in 2011. LaFlamme referred to the choice as "liberating" and told viewers she regretted not acting sooner. Also Read: WATCH: Multiple times when world leaders hit the dancefloor, why blame Sanna Marin alone? Michael Melling, a senior executive at CTV News, was said to have "asked who had approved the decision to let Lisa's hair go grey," according to a report in the Globe and Mail on Thursday. Before finally informing LaFlamme that her contract was being terminated, Melling and LaFlamme sparred over matters of journalism, according to the Globe and Mail. For the past 35 years, LaFlamme has reported for CTV News from war zones and the scenes of devastating natural disasters. She most recently took home the Canadian Screen Award for Best News Anchor. According to Amanda Watson, a sociologist at Simon Fraser University, the controversy surrounding LaFlamme's dismissal has highlighted the difficulties women, especially those at the top of their field, have to face on a daily basis. (with inputs from agencies)

Award winning Canadian news anchor loses job after 'going grey', is left 'shocked and saddened'

Just days before the second anniversary of a catastrophic explosion at the port of the Lebanese capital that destroyed the businesses and parts of the city, portions of Beirut's grain silos fell on Sunday. A cloud of dust blanketed Beirut's port, and two towers were believed to have fallen in the northern area of the severely damaged silos, where a fire has been raging for more than two weeks. The tragedy was captured on camera, with footage showing part of the silo collapsing and a huge dust cloud rising when debris hit the ground.

The building had mostly absorbed the force of the massive explosion that occurred at Beirut's port on August 4, 2020, killing over 200 people and injuring over 6,500 more. Large areas of the city's west were protected by the silos from the terrible consequences of the explosion, which was brought on by ammonium nitrate fertiliser that had been carelessly stored catching fire. According to authorities, Sunday's partial fall occurred almost two weeks after a fire broke out in the port's northern silos as a result of the fermentation of leftover grain inventories and extreme summer heat.

This week, the interim prime minister of Lebanon issued a cautionary statement. He cautioned employees, members of civil defence, and firefighters to maintain a safe distance from the site and instructed the troops to be ready. An intimidating 48-metre (157-foot) towering silo remnant that formerly had a capacity of more than 100,000 tonnes has come to represent the disastrous port disaster. Due to complaints, particularly those from the family of bomb victims who want the silos preserved as a memorial place, the government's April order to demolish them was put on hold.

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From the beginning, political resistance to the Lebanese investigation into the explosion has been persistent and obvious. According to a statement released this week, authorities were unable to remove the approximately 3,000 tonnes of wheat and corn locked in the silos because doing so might hasten their collapse. The environment and health ministries urged public to leave the port area and wear masks close to the silos in case they fell.

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Just days before the second anniversary of a catastrophic explosion at the port of the Lebanese capital that destroyed the businesses and parts of the city, portions of Beirut's grain silos fell on Sunday.

Just days before the second anniversary of a catastrophic explosion at the port of the Lebanese capital that destroyed the businesses and parts of the city, portions of Beirut's grain silos fell on Sunday. A cloud of dust blanketed Beirut's port, and two towers were believed to have fallen in the northern area of the severely damaged silos, where a fire has been raging for more than two weeks. The tragedy was captured on camera, with footage showing part of the silo collapsing and a huge dust cloud rising when debris hit the ground. The building had mostly absorbed the force of the massive explosion that occurred at Beirut's port on August 4, 2020, killing over 200 people and injuring over 6,500 more. Large areas of the city's west were protected by the silos from the terrible consequences of the explosion, which was brought on by ammonium nitrate fertiliser that had been carelessly stored catching fire. According to authorities, Sunday's partial fall occurred almost two weeks after a fire broke out in the port's northern silos as a result of the fermentation of leftover grain inventories and extreme summer heat. This week, the interim prime minister of Lebanon issued a cautionary statement. He cautioned employees, members of civil defence, and firefighters to maintain a safe distance from the site and instructed the troops to be ready. An intimidating 48-metre (157-foot) towering silo remnant that formerly had a capacity of more than 100,000 tonnes has come to represent the disastrous port disaster. Due to complaints, particularly those from the family of bomb victims who want the silos preserved as a memorial place, the government's April order to demolish them was put on hold. Also Read: Putin signs Russian naval doctrine, says US, NATO ‘main threats’ to national security From the beginning, political resistance to the Lebanese investigation into the explosion has been persistent and obvious. According to a statement released this week, authorities were unable to remove the approximately 3,000 tonnes of wheat and corn locked in the silos because doing so might hasten their collapse. The environment and health ministries urged public to leave the port area and wear masks close to the silos in case they fell. (with inputs from agencies)

Beirut's fire-damaged grain silos collapse after two weeks of burning

According to lottery organiser Camelot, a UK ticket holder has won the EuroMillions lottery's record-breaking £195 million prize. The winning numbers on Tuesday were 6, 23, 27, 40, and 41, and the Lucky Star numbers were 2 and 12. According to Camelot, it is also the largest National Lottery victory ever. In May of this year, the former record-holders received £184 million.

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Twice weekly, on Tuesdays and Fridays, 13 European nations participate in the EuroMillions draw. Andy Carter, senior winners' adviser at Camelot, claimed that it was "an amazing night for one UK ticket-holder. Players are urged to check their tickets and to give us a call if they think they are tonight's record-breaking lucky winner."

The total prize won in the draw&nbsp;on Tuesday was £195,707,000. This happens two months after Gloucester residents Joe and Jess Thwaite, using a fortunate dip ticket, won £184 million on the EuroMillions. In the history of the National Lottery, a jackpot of more than £100 million has been won on a total of 15 UK tickets.

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According to lottery organiser Camelot, a UK ticket holder has won the EuroMillions lottery's record-breaking £195 million prize. The winning numbers on Tuesday were 6, 23, 27, 40, and 41, and the Lucky Star numbers were 2 and 12.

According to lottery organiser Camelot, a UK ticket holder has won the EuroMillions lottery's record-breaking £195 million prize. The winning numbers on Tuesday were 6, 23, 27, 40, and 41, and the Lucky Star numbers were 2 and 12. According to Camelot, it is also the largest National Lottery victory ever. In May of this year, the former record-holders received £184 million. Someone in the UK has a lottery ticket worth €230,000,000 #Euromillions pic.twitter.com/47hP7AkM6y — Killian Byrne (@killianbyrne) July 19, 2022 × Twice weekly, on Tuesdays and Fridays, 13 European nations participate in the EuroMillions draw. Andy Carter, senior winners' adviser at Camelot, claimed that it was "an amazing night for one UK ticket-holder. Players are urged to check their tickets and to give us a call if they think they are tonight's record-breaking lucky winner." The total prize won in the draw on Tuesday was £195,707,000. This happens two months after Gloucester residents Joe and Jess Thwaite, using a fortunate dip ticket, won £184 million on the EuroMillions. In the history of the National Lottery, a jackpot of more than £100 million has been won on a total of 15 UK tickets. (with inputs from agencies)

UK ticket holder takes home EuroMillions’ record £195 million jackpot

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