<p>The Zaporizhzhia nuclear power station in Ukraine sustained "serious damage" as a result of military operations that resulted in the forced shutdown of one of its reactors. Energoatom said on the messaging app Telegram that the strikes on Friday at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant in south Ukraine—the largest of Europe's atomic power complex—"seriously damaged" a station housing nitrogen and oxygen as well as an "auxiliary building". Moscow and Kyiv laid blame on each&nbsp;other for the assault.</p>

<p>One of the reactors was forced to shut down due to the hits, a power line was broken, and "there are still concerns of leaking hydrogen and radioactive substances, and the risk of fire is still considerable," according to the statement. The shelling "has caused a serious risk for the safe operation of the plant."</p>

<p>Since the beginning of their incursion, Russian forces have been occupying the Zaporizhzhia plant, and Kyiv has accused them of keeping heavy weaponry there. Moscow, meanwhile, has charged Ukrainian soldiers with attacking the plant. On Saturday, the European Union criticised Russia for the bombardment.</p>

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<p>The International Atomic Energy Agency, the UN's nuclear watchdog, must have access to the plant, urged Josep Borrell, the senior ambassador for the EU. For weeks, the IAEA has been attempting to deploy a team to inspect the plant. As of yet, Ukraine has rejected the initiatives since, in its opinion, they would give Russia's possession of the area legitimacy in the eyes of the international world. It said that while Ukrainian staff had stayed on and the plant was still producing energy, Rosatom employees had fled the facility just before the assaults.</p>

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The Zaporizhzhia nuclear power station in Ukraine sustained "serious damage" as a result of military operations that resulted in the forced shutdown of one of its reactors.

The Zaporizhzhia nuclear power station in Ukraine sustained "serious damage" as a result of military operations that resulted in the forced shutdown of one of its reactors. Energoatom said on the messaging app Telegram that the strikes on Friday at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant in south Ukraine—the largest of Europe's atomic power complex—"seriously damaged" a station housing nitrogen and oxygen as well as an "auxiliary building". Moscow and Kyiv laid blame on each other for the assault. One of the reactors was forced to shut down due to the hits, a power line was broken, and "there are still concerns of leaking hydrogen and radioactive substances, and the risk of fire is still considerable," according to the statement. The shelling "has caused a serious risk for the safe operation of the plant." Since the beginning of their incursion, Russian forces have been occupying the Zaporizhzhia plant, and Kyiv has accused them of keeping heavy weaponry there. Moscow, meanwhile, has charged Ukrainian soldiers with attacking the plant. On Saturday, the European Union criticised Russia for the bombardment. Also Read: WATCH: Deadly pool discovered at bottom of Red sea, that can kill or even pickle animals alive The International Atomic Energy Agency, the UN's nuclear watchdog, must have access to the plant, urged Josep Borrell, the senior ambassador for the EU. For weeks, the IAEA has been attempting to deploy a team to inspect the plant. As of yet, Ukraine has rejected the initiatives since, in its opinion, they would give Russia's possession of the area legitimacy in the eyes of the international world. It said that while Ukrainian staff had stayed on and the plant was still producing energy, Rosatom employees had fled the facility just before the assaults. (with inputs from agencies)

Parts of Ukraine's nuclear plant 'seriously damaged' in military strikes, one reactor forced to shut down

<p>Important hints about how to develop drought-resistant crops in a world plagued by climate change can be found in a common plant. In a report published on August 5 in the journal Science Advances, Yale scientists explain how Portulaca oleracea, commonly known as purslane, integrates two different metabolic pathways to produce a novel type of photosynthesis that enables the weed to withstand drought while remaining highly productive.</p>

<p>The fact that the weed purslane has both of these evolutionary adaptations makes it special since it can be extremely productive and drought tolerant, which is an unusual combination for a plant. The majority of scientists thought that C4 and CAM functioned separately inside purslane leaves.</p>

<p>The Yale team, however, was led by co-corresponding authors and postdoctoral researchers Jose Moreno-Villena and Haoran Zhou. They carried out a geographical investigation of gene expression within the leaves of purslane and discovered that C4 and CAM activity is completely integrated. They function in the same cells, with the C4 pathway processing the byproducts of CAM processes. In times of drought, this strategy offers a C4 plant unusually high levels of protection.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Additionally, the scientists developed metabolic flow models that foretold the creation of an integrated C4+CAM system that matched their actual findings. According to the authors, comprehending this novel metabolic process may enable scientists to develop fresh approaches for engineering crops like corn to better tolerate protracted drought.</p>

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Important hints about how to develop drought-resistant crops in a world plagued by climate change can be found in a common plant. In a report published on August 5 in the journal Science Advances, Yale scientists explain how Portulaca oleracea, commonly known as purslane, integrates two different metabolic pathways to produce a novel type of photosynthesis that enables the weed to withstand drought while remaining highly productive.

Important hints about how to develop drought-resistant crops in a world plagued by climate change can be found in a common plant. In a report published on August 5 in the journal Science Advances, Yale scientists explain how Portulaca oleracea, commonly known as purslane, integrates two different metabolic pathways to produce a novel type of photosynthesis that enables the weed to withstand drought while remaining highly productive. The fact that the weed purslane has both of these evolutionary adaptations makes it special since it can be extremely productive and drought tolerant, which is an unusual combination for a plant. The majority of scientists thought that C4 and CAM functioned separately inside purslane leaves. The Yale team, however, was led by co-corresponding authors and postdoctoral researchers Jose Moreno-Villena and Haoran Zhou. They carried out a geographical investigation of gene expression within the leaves of purslane and discovered that C4 and CAM activity is completely integrated. They function in the same cells, with the C4 pathway processing the byproducts of CAM processes. In times of drought, this strategy offers a C4 plant unusually high levels of protection. Also Read: WATCH: Deadly pool discovered at bottom of Red sea, that can kill or even pickle animals alive Additionally, the scientists developed metabolic flow models that foretold the creation of an integrated C4+CAM system that matched their actual findings. According to the authors, comprehending this novel metabolic process may enable scientists to develop fresh approaches for engineering crops like corn to better tolerate protracted drought. (with inputs from agencies)

'Super plant' that holds key to developing drought-resistant crops discovered

<p>This week's aerial photos of the McKinney fire showed a pyrocumulonimbus, a roughly 50,000-foot plume that is becoming an increasingly frequent phenomenon. This year's latest cloud-producing fire is going almost unchecked in California's Klamath national forest. According to Derek Mallia, a researcher at the University of Utah who recently co-authored a paper demonstrating how smoke plumes are growing bigger, they are comparable to fire-triggered thunderstorms and are extremely concerning to firefighters.</p>

<p>Large-scale storm systems like a low-pressure area or a cold front frequently produce thunderstorms. However, a fire can produce its own thunderstorm where smoke combines with the resultant thunderstorm cloud if it is large enough and there is enough moisture in the air. In essence, the fire is producing its own weather, according to Mallia.</p>

<p>Because they leave a gap between the cloud and the ground, they can also cause fires to move erratically. David Peterson, a meteorologist at the US Naval Research Laboratory, claimed during a virtual press conference in 2021 that a wildfire produces more rising air the hotter it burns. "These are pushing smoke upward at extreme velocities, such that they’re injecting smoke at altitudes above the cruising altitude of jet aircrafts." "So, possibly, we're talking at 50 or 60,000 feet."</p>

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<p>Researchers are constantly learning about storms brought on by the fire. To aid fire management and firefighters, Mallia and his colleagues want to find a mechanism to predict when pyrocumulonimbus clouds may form. They also want to know how the clouds might contribute to the atmosphere's continued warming. Mallia warned that smoke carried into the lower stratosphere could have an impact on the climate. Black carbon, which is abundant in smoke particles, can cause warming when it is exposed to sunlight at high altitudes.</p>

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This week's aerial photos of the McKinney fire showed a pyrocumulonimbus, a roughly 50,000-foot plume that is becoming an increasingly frequent phenomenon. This year's latest cloud-producing fire is going almost unchecked in California's Klamath national forest.

This week's aerial photos of the McKinney fire showed a pyrocumulonimbus, a roughly 50,000-foot plume that is becoming an increasingly frequent phenomenon. This year's latest cloud-producing fire is going almost unchecked in California's Klamath national forest. According to Derek Mallia, a researcher at the University of Utah who recently co-authored a paper demonstrating how smoke plumes are growing bigger, they are comparable to fire-triggered thunderstorms and are extremely concerning to firefighters. Large-scale storm systems like a low-pressure area or a cold front frequently produce thunderstorms. However, a fire can produce its own thunderstorm where smoke combines with the resultant thunderstorm cloud if it is large enough and there is enough moisture in the air. In essence, the fire is producing its own weather, according to Mallia. Because they leave a gap between the cloud and the ground, they can also cause fires to move erratically. David Peterson, a meteorologist at the US Naval Research Laboratory, claimed during a virtual press conference in 2021 that a wildfire produces more rising air the hotter it burns. "These are pushing smoke upward at extreme velocities, such that they’re injecting smoke at altitudes above the cruising altitude of jet aircrafts." "So, possibly, we're talking at 50 or 60,000 feet." Also Read: WATCH: Deadly pool discovered at bottom of Red sea, that can kill or even pickle animals alive Researchers are constantly learning about storms brought on by the fire. To aid fire management and firefighters, Mallia and his colleagues want to find a mechanism to predict when pyrocumulonimbus clouds may form. They also want to know how the clouds might contribute to the atmosphere's continued warming. Mallia warned that smoke carried into the lower stratosphere could have an impact on the climate. Black carbon, which is abundant in smoke particles, can cause warming when it is exposed to sunlight at high altitudes. (with inputs from agencies)

Explained: ‘Fire-breathing dragon clouds’, akin to fire-triggered thunderstorms

<p>University of Miami researchers have found a deadly pool at the Red Sea's bottom that kills anyone that swims into it. According to the study, a remotely operated underwater vehicle was used to find the brine lake, which was located 1.7 kilometres below the surface. After a ten-hour dive, the scientists found the lethal pool in the final five minutes.</p>

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<p>According to the researchers, a brine pool is a depression in the seafloor that is loaded with chemical ingredients that are saltier than the surrounding ocean and highly concentrated salt water. They claimed that these submerged ponds had the power to pickle animals alive and shock or kill them.</p>

<p>The discovery of such pools, according to the lead researcher, may aid in the understanding of how the planet's seas first evolved. He continued by stating that the brine pools are rich in diversity and are home to numerous microorganisms. He emphasised the significance of these results in determining whether life can exist in other worlds with equally adverse environments.</p>

<p>According to the New York Post, this is not the first brine pool scientists have found. Oceanographers have discovered a "few dozen" of the lethal pools in the Red Sea, Mediterranean Sea, and the Gulf of Mexico over the previous 30 years.</p>

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University of Miami researchers have found a deadly pool at the Red Sea's bottom that kills anyone that swims into it. According to the study, a remotely operated underwater vehicle was used to find the brine lake, which was located 1.

University of Miami researchers have found a deadly pool at the Red Sea's bottom that kills anyone that swims into it. According to the study, a remotely operated underwater vehicle was used to find the brine lake, which was located 1.7 kilometres below the surface. After a ten-hour dive, the scientists found the lethal pool in the final five minutes. Deadly pool discovered in #RedSea; kills anything that swims into it pic.twitter.com/WVgsbT2RpX — Zee News English (@ZeeNewsEnglish) July 27, 2022 × According to the researchers, a brine pool is a depression in the seafloor that is loaded with chemical ingredients that are saltier than the surrounding ocean and highly concentrated salt water. They claimed that these submerged ponds had the power to pickle animals alive and shock or kill them. The discovery of such pools, according to the lead researcher, may aid in the understanding of how the planet's seas first evolved. He continued by stating that the brine pools are rich in diversity and are home to numerous microorganisms. He emphasised the significance of these results in determining whether life can exist in other worlds with equally adverse environments. According to the New York Post, this is not the first brine pool scientists have found. Oceanographers have discovered a "few dozen" of the lethal pools in the Red Sea, Mediterranean Sea, and the Gulf of Mexico over the previous 30 years. (with inputs from agencies)

WATCH: Deadly pool discovered at bottom of Red sea, that can kill or even pickle animals alive

<p>In a ground-breaking achievement, scientists produced the first "synthetic embryos" in the world without the need for sperm, eggs, or fertilisation. Researchers at the Weizmann Institute in Israel discovered that it was possible to get mouse stem cells to self-assemble into structures that resembled early embryos and had an intestinal tract, a developing brain, and a beating heart. The live constructs, often referred to as synthetic embryos because they are made without fertilised eggs, are anticipated to advance our understanding of how organs and tissues develop throughout the growth of natural embryos in the near future.</p>

<p>The breakthrough, however, may also lessen the use of animals in experiments and eventually open the door to new supplies of cells and tissues for use in human transplants, according to researchers. For instance, a leukaemia patient's skin cells might possibly be changed into bone marrow stem cells to treat their illness. The same team reported how they had created an artificial womb that allowed real mouse embryos to develop outside the uterus for a few days last year. In the most recent study, the same apparatus was used to grow mouse stem cells for more than a week—nearly half the duration of a mouse's gestation.</p>

<p>While some of the cells underwent chemical pretreatment to activate genetic programmes that would cause them to develop into the placenta or yolk sac, other cells naturally underwent organ and other tissue development. While the majority of stem cells failed to develop into structures resembling embryos, 0.5% of them united to create tiny balls that gave rise to unique tissues and organs. The internal structure and cell genetic profiles of the synthetic mouse embryos were 95% identical to those of real mouse embryos. The scientists could detect that the developing organs were useful.</p>

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<p>The UK's Human Fertilization and Embryology Act does not apply to the manufacture of "synthetic" human embryos, but since they are not considered "permitted embryos," using them to induce pregnancy in a woman would be illegal.</p>

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In a ground-breaking achievement, scientists produced the first "synthetic embryos" in the world without the need for sperm, eggs, or fertilisation. Researchers at the Weizmann Institute in Israel discovered that it was possible to get mouse stem cells to self-assemble into structures that resembled early embryos and had an intestinal tract, a developing brain, and a beating heart.

In a ground-breaking achievement, scientists produced the first "synthetic embryos" in the world without the need for sperm, eggs, or fertilisation. Researchers at the Weizmann Institute in Israel discovered that it was possible to get mouse stem cells to self-assemble into structures that resembled early embryos and had an intestinal tract, a developing brain, and a beating heart. The live constructs, often referred to as synthetic embryos because they are made without fertilised eggs, are anticipated to advance our understanding of how organs and tissues develop throughout the growth of natural embryos in the near future. The breakthrough, however, may also lessen the use of animals in experiments and eventually open the door to new supplies of cells and tissues for use in human transplants, according to researchers. For instance, a leukaemia patient's skin cells might possibly be changed into bone marrow stem cells to treat their illness. The same team reported how they had created an artificial womb that allowed real mouse embryos to develop outside the uterus for a few days last year. In the most recent study, the same apparatus was used to grow mouse stem cells for more than a week—nearly half the duration of a mouse's gestation. While some of the cells underwent chemical pretreatment to activate genetic programmes that would cause them to develop into the placenta or yolk sac, other cells naturally underwent organ and other tissue development. While the majority of stem cells failed to develop into structures resembling embryos, 0.5% of them united to create tiny balls that gave rise to unique tissues and organs. The internal structure and cell genetic profiles of the synthetic mouse embryos were 95% identical to those of real mouse embryos. The scientists could detect that the developing organs were useful. Also Read: Explained: How deadly heatwaves are affecting Spain's 'green gold' harvest The UK's Human Fertilization and Embryology Act does not apply to the manufacture of "synthetic" human embryos, but since they are not considered "permitted embryos," using them to induce pregnancy in a woman would be illegal. (with inputs from agencies)

Scientists develop world's first 'synthetic embryos', bypassing need for sperm, eggs and fertilisation

<p>After thousands of their birds went missing after being released into harsh weather during an inappropriate competition, Belgian pigeon fanciers are in an uproar. In southern France's Narbonne, the birds were released to begin their journey back to their lofts in northern Europe, but they soon encountered a summer storm. The Belgian Pigeon Federation called the results a catastrophe and accused the organisers of permitting the birds to take to the skies despite weather warnings.</p>

<p>Francine Lageot, the director of Liège Independent, apologised in writing on Belgian television, stating that "it is true that the competition did not go well for different reasons." However, Liège Independent responded to "unfortunate" claims regarding the way it handled the race's organisation in a statement. The organisers acknowledged one rule violation but claimed that the release of the birds was agreed upon by French, Dutch, and German officials and that the Belgian national sports president had been informed. The competition would have been considerably more challenging due to rising temperatures and strong headwinds, according to Liège Independent, because of the "climatic conditions" in the ensuing days.</p>

<p>The figure of 20,000 lost birds, which has been widely publicised, is "completely false," according to federation spokeswoman Didier Tison. Approximately 3,000 to 4,000 lost birds from Belgium, he continued, was an "exceptional" figure, but he was unable to confirm the total for other nations. Pigeon racing, in which birds have released hundreds of miles from home and try to return as quickly as possible, was invented in Belgium. Tracking devices are worn by racing pigeons, making it possible to determine which bird was the fastest.</p>

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<p>It is believed that pigeons use their sense of smell and the magnetic field lines of the Earth to navigate. They flew into a storm that is suspected to have left them exhausted and disoriented last Friday, 18 miles (30 km) from the race's start, confusing their highly developed sense of direction. Losses hurt for die-hard pigeon enthusiasts. When growing a bird, amateurs can invest two to three years and thousands of euros in renowned breeders who will produce the next wave of winners.</p>

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After thousands of their birds went missing after being released into harsh weather during an inappropriate competition, Belgian pigeon fanciers are in an uproar.

After thousands of their birds went missing after being released into harsh weather during an inappropriate competition, Belgian pigeon fanciers are in an uproar. In southern France's Narbonne, the birds were released to begin their journey back to their lofts in northern Europe, but they soon encountered a summer storm. The Belgian Pigeon Federation called the results a catastrophe and accused the organisers of permitting the birds to take to the skies despite weather warnings. Francine Lageot, the director of Liège Independent, apologised in writing on Belgian television, stating that "it is true that the competition did not go well for different reasons." However, Liège Independent responded to "unfortunate" claims regarding the way it handled the race's organisation in a statement. The organisers acknowledged one rule violation but claimed that the release of the birds was agreed upon by French, Dutch, and German officials and that the Belgian national sports president had been informed. The competition would have been considerably more challenging due to rising temperatures and strong headwinds, according to Liège Independent, because of the "climatic conditions" in the ensuing days. The figure of 20,000 lost birds, which has been widely publicised, is "completely false," according to federation spokeswoman Didier Tison. Approximately 3,000 to 4,000 lost birds from Belgium, he continued, was an "exceptional" figure, but he was unable to confirm the total for other nations. Pigeon racing, in which birds have released hundreds of miles from home and try to return as quickly as possible, was invented in Belgium. Tracking devices are worn by racing pigeons, making it possible to determine which bird was the fastest. Also Read: Explained: How deadly heatwaves are affecting Spain's 'green gold' harvest It is believed that pigeons use their sense of smell and the magnetic field lines of the Earth to navigate. They flew into a storm that is suspected to have left them exhausted and disoriented last Friday, 18 miles (30 km) from the race's start, confusing their highly developed sense of direction. Losses hurt for die-hard pigeon enthusiasts. When growing a bird, amateurs can invest two to three years and thousands of euros in renowned breeders who will produce the next wave of winners. (with inputs from agencies)

Belgian pigeon fanciers are in uproar as thousands of racing pigeons vanish in French storm 

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<p>Zelensky said that Amnesty was drawing a "false equivalence" between the actions of Russia's invading forces and Ukrainians defending their homeland. In other news,&nbsp;Canada requests extradition of French priest accused of molesting indigenous children, the announcement follows Pope Francis' historic visit to Canada, where he expressed regret for the decades-long abuse of Indigenous children in Catholic-run schools.</p>

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<p>Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has slammed Amnesty International after the group accused the Ukrainian army of endangering civilians and violating humanitarian law in their fight against Russian invaders</p>

<p>He called out the double standards of the international rights group saying that Amnesty had tried to "amnesty the terrorist state (Russia) and shift the responsibility from the aggressor to the victim", Zelensky said in his daily address, reports AFP.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canada-requests-extradition-of-french-priest-accused-of-molesting-indigenous-children-503781">Canada requests extradition of French priest accused of molesting indigenous children</a></p>
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<p>According to Canadian Justice Minister David Lametti, Canada has asked for the extradition of a French priest who is accused of molesting Indigenous children more than 30 years ago. Lametti said in an email to AFP, "I am aware that an extradition request sent to France has been made public, which ministry officials have just confirmed. It is important for Canada and its international partners that serious crimes are fully investigated and prosecuted."</p>

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<p>In order to free up new funds and assist in data gathering, US President Joe Biden declared monkeypox a public health emergency.</p>

<p>Warning of the need for swift action to contain the outbreak, experts pointed out that nationwide cases topped 6,600 with around a quarter of them from New York state.</p>

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Zelensky said that Amnesty was drawing a "false equivalence" between the actions of Russia's invading forces and Ukrainians defending their homeland. In other news, Canada requests extradition of French priest accused of molesting indigenous children, the announcement follows Pope Francis' historic visit to Canada, where he expressed regret for the decades-long abuse of Indigenous children in Catholic-run schools.

Zelensky said that Amnesty was drawing a "false equivalence" between the actions of Russia's invading forces and Ukrainians defending their homeland. In other news, Canada requests extradition of French priest accused of molesting indigenous children, the announcement follows Pope Francis' historic visit to Canada, where he expressed regret for the decades-long abuse of Indigenous children in Catholic-run schools. Click on headlines to read more: Zelensky slams Amnesty for drawing ‘false equivalence between Russian invaders and Ukrainian defenders’ Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has slammed Amnesty International after the group accused the Ukrainian army of endangering civilians and violating humanitarian law in their fight against Russian invaders He called out the double standards of the international rights group saying that Amnesty had tried to "amnesty the terrorist state (Russia) and shift the responsibility from the aggressor to the victim", Zelensky said in his daily address, reports AFP. Canada requests extradition of French priest accused of molesting indigenous children According to Canadian Justice Minister David Lametti, Canada has asked for the extradition of a French priest who is accused of molesting Indigenous children more than 30 years ago. Lametti said in an email to AFP, "I am aware that an extradition request sent to France has been made public, which ministry officials have just confirmed. It is important for Canada and its international partners that serious crimes are fully investigated and prosecuted." Monkeypox outbreak: US cases top 6,600, Biden calls it public health emergency In order to free up new funds and assist in data gathering, US President Joe Biden declared monkeypox a public health emergency. Warning of the need for swift action to contain the outbreak, experts pointed out that nationwide cases topped 6,600 with around a quarter of them from New York state. Gravitas: After China, Pelosi's message to North Korea × Kenya gives hate speech ultimatum to Facebook, misinformation common on TikTok ×

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<p>In response to rising unrest brought on by the conflict in Ukraine, Finland's foreign minister on Thursday proposed a plan to reduce the number of tourist visas granted to Russians. Since flights from Russia to the EU have been suspended, many Russians trying to enter farther into Europe now use Finland as a transit country.</p>

<p><strong>NATO Membership</strong></p>

<p>Finland is applying to join NATO after Moscow's invasion of Ukraine saw a surge in political and public support for the alliance; yet, the Nordic nation continues to be Russia's only EU neighbour without limits on tourist visas for Russian people.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The US Senate just approved Sweden and Finland's membership in NATO, firmly supporting the transatlantic alliance's growth in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.</p>

<p><strong>No outright ban</strong></p>

<p>Despite the fact that the Schengen agreement and Finnish legislation do not permit a complete restriction on visas issued based on nationality, Finland can limit the number of visas given based on category, according to Haavisto.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Finland has also grown in importance as a transit country for Russians wishing to go elsewhere in Europe since the EU closed its airspace to Russian flights. The idea that Russians are enjoying a Finnish summer while Ukrainians are suffering under a terrible invasion has angered many Finns, who are unhappy with the situation.</p>

<p><strong>Important source of income</strong></p>

<p>Despite the fact that many Finns share the sympathies of the Ukrainian people, Russian tourists remain a significant source of revenue for Finnish border towns. Many business owners in the bordering municipality of Lappeenranta are concerned about the possibility of Russian visitors going missing once more.</p>

<p><strong>Preference to families and students</strong></p>

<p>A recommendation that would allow Finland to "give precedence" to groups including family members and students while lowering the number of tourist visas was made to the cabinet on Thursday by the country's foreign ministry. Haavisto stated that he thought the final decision to approve it may be made by the end of the month, despite the government giving the "green light" to continue preparations.&nbsp;</p>

<p>At the Nuijamaa border crossing in Finland's southeast, buses of Russian visitors pour in, some hoping to take advantage of the tranquil Finnish summer and others planning to continue their journeys throughout Europe.</p>

<p><strong>EU- level discussion</strong></p>

<p>Haavisto emphasised the necessity of an EU-level decision on the subject given the large number of travellers who visit Finland using visas issued by another Schengen nation. Finland is to bring up the subject at the upcoming EU foreign affairs ministers meeting, which will take place in the Czech Republic on August 30.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(with inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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In response to rising unrest brought on by the conflict in Ukraine, Finland's foreign minister on Thursday proposed a plan to reduce the number of tourist visas granted to Russians.

In response to rising unrest brought on by the conflict in Ukraine, Finland's foreign minister on Thursday proposed a plan to reduce the number of tourist visas granted to Russians. Since flights from Russia to the EU have been suspended, many Russians trying to enter farther into Europe now use Finland as a transit country. NATO Membership Finland is applying to join NATO after Moscow's invasion of Ukraine saw a surge in political and public support for the alliance; yet, the Nordic nation continues to be Russia's only EU neighbour without limits on tourist visas for Russian people. The US Senate just approved Sweden and Finland's membership in NATO, firmly supporting the transatlantic alliance's growth in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. No outright ban Despite the fact that the Schengen agreement and Finnish legislation do not permit a complete restriction on visas issued based on nationality, Finland can limit the number of visas given based on category, according to Haavisto. Finland has also grown in importance as a transit country for Russians wishing to go elsewhere in Europe since the EU closed its airspace to Russian flights. The idea that Russians are enjoying a Finnish summer while Ukrainians are suffering under a terrible invasion has angered many Finns, who are unhappy with the situation. Important source of income Despite the fact that many Finns share the sympathies of the Ukrainian people, Russian tourists remain a significant source of revenue for Finnish border towns. Many business owners in the bordering municipality of Lappeenranta are concerned about the possibility of Russian visitors going missing once more. Preference to families and students A recommendation that would allow Finland to "give precedence" to groups including family members and students while lowering the number of tourist visas was made to the cabinet on Thursday by the country's foreign ministry. Haavisto stated that he thought the final decision to approve it may be made by the end of the month, despite the government giving the "green light" to continue preparations. At the Nuijamaa border crossing in Finland's southeast, buses of Russian visitors pour in, some hoping to take advantage of the tranquil Finnish summer and others planning to continue their journeys throughout Europe. EU- level discussion Haavisto emphasised the necessity of an EU-level decision on the subject given the large number of travellers who visit Finland using visas issued by another Schengen nation. Finland is to bring up the subject at the upcoming EU foreign affairs ministers meeting, which will take place in the Czech Republic on August 30. (with inputs from agencies)

Explained: Why is Finland preparing to limit Russian tourist visas?

<p>According to Canadian Justice Minister David Lametti, Canada has asked for the extradition of a French priest who is accused of molesting Indigenous children more than 30 years ago. Lametti said in an email to AFP, "I am aware that an extradition request sent to France has been made public, which ministry officials have just confirmed. It is important for Canada and its international partners that serious crimes are fully investigated and prosecuted."</p>

<p>The request was acknowledged as having been received by the French Foreign Ministry, which added that justice officials were handling it. The announcement follows Pope Francis' historic visit to Canada, where he expressed regret for the decades-long abuse of Indigenous children in Catholic-run schools.</p>

<p>A new complaint for a sexual assault that took place about 47 years ago was made in September, and as a result, an arrest warrant for priest Johannes Rivoire, who spent three decades in Canada's far north, has been out there since February. Authorities have not disclosed the number of suspected victims, and he has never been charged.</p>

<p>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/in-pics-hanging-drowning-holding-on-ravaging-kentucky-floods-lead-to-dramatic-rescues-503448">In pics | Hanging, drowning, holding on: Ravaging Kentucky floods lead to dramatic rescues</a></p>

<p>Between 1998 and 2017, Rivoire was the target of an arrest warrant for the sex abuse of three juveniles. It was never implemented. The priest moved to Lyon, France, from Canada in 1993. According to a person familiar with the issue, Rivoire's dual citizenship poses "a problem" because it is "very complicated" to extradite French citizens. In recent media interviews, the 93-year-old priest insisted he is innocent. His case continues to serve as a symbol of the Church's tolerance of sexual abuse in the northern part of Canada.</p>

<p><em>(with inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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According to Canadian Justice Minister David Lametti, Canada has asked for the extradition of a French priest who is accused of molesting Indigenous children more than 30 years ago.

According to Canadian Justice Minister David Lametti, Canada has asked for the extradition of a French priest who is accused of molesting Indigenous children more than 30 years ago. Lametti said in an email to AFP, "I am aware that an extradition request sent to France has been made public, which ministry officials have just confirmed. It is important for Canada and its international partners that serious crimes are fully investigated and prosecuted." The request was acknowledged as having been received by the French Foreign Ministry, which added that justice officials were handling it. The announcement follows Pope Francis' historic visit to Canada, where he expressed regret for the decades-long abuse of Indigenous children in Catholic-run schools. A new complaint for a sexual assault that took place about 47 years ago was made in September, and as a result, an arrest warrant for priest Johannes Rivoire, who spent three decades in Canada's far north, has been out there since February. Authorities have not disclosed the number of suspected victims, and he has never been charged. Also Read: In pics | Hanging, drowning, holding on: Ravaging Kentucky floods lead to dramatic rescues Between 1998 and 2017, Rivoire was the target of an arrest warrant for the sex abuse of three juveniles. It was never implemented. The priest moved to Lyon, France, from Canada in 1993. According to a person familiar with the issue, Rivoire's dual citizenship poses "a problem" because it is "very complicated" to extradite French citizens. In recent media interviews, the 93-year-old priest insisted he is innocent. His case continues to serve as a symbol of the Church's tolerance of sexual abuse in the northern part of Canada. (with inputs from agencies)

Canada requests extradition of French priest accused of molesting indigenous children

<p>A video of Andrea Garcia Lopez&nbsp;lighting up the court in her tiny, isolated town of San Esteban Atatlahuca in the southern state of Oaxaca has been viewed over a&nbsp;million times since it was shared by her grandson, earning her the title “Granny Jordan” among TikTok users.</p>

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A video of Andrea Garcia Lopez lighting up the court in her tiny, isolated town of San Esteban Atatlahuca in the southern state of Oaxaca has been viewed over a million times since it was shared by her grandson, earning her the title “Granny Jordan” among TikTok users.

A video of Andrea Garcia Lopez lighting up the court in her tiny, isolated town of San Esteban Atatlahuca in the southern state of Oaxaca has been viewed over a million times since it was shared by her grandson, earning her the title “Granny Jordan” among TikTok users. × Lopez, a local craftswoman with her grey hair woven in two long braids, wearing a long skirt, tricks an opponent close to the basket to create room for a shot that she skillfully scores off the backboard. Even though her knee is starting to act up a little, she aspires to continue playing for many years. (with inputs from agencies)

WATCH | Mexico’s 71-year-old basketball player ‘Granny Jordan’ is now viral TikTok celebrity

<p>Four US police officers have been detained and charged in connection with Breonna Taylor's shooting death. On March 13, 2020, while carrying out a "no-knock" search warrant, plainclothes officers shot and killed Ms Taylor inside her Louisville, Kentucky, home. The 26-year-old hospital employee was with her boyfriend, Kenneth Walker when police invaded the residence shortly after midnight and shot her. Racial injustice protests spread across the nation after her death.</p>

<p>Three of the four cops, according to federal authorities, colluded to forge the arrest warrant that resulted in Ms Taylor's death. Former Louisville detective Brett Hankison was the only officer engaged in the raid who had previously faced charges. The only one of the four people charged on Thursday who was present when Ms Taylor was shot was him.</p>

<p>Prosecutors claim that days after the shooting, Mr Jaynes and Ms Goodlett met in a parking garage to plan a cover narrative to support the fabricated evidence that resulted in the search warrant. The Taylor family sued the Louisville police in 2020, and they settled for $12 million (£9 million).</p>

<p>Also Read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/watch-mexicos-71-year-old-basketball-player-granny-jordan-is-now-viral-tiktok-celebrity-503886">&nbsp;WATCH | Mexico's 71-year-old basketball player 'Granny Jordan' is now viral TikTok celebrity</a></p>

<p>During the raid, Kenneth Walker shot Sgt. John Mattingly, a police officer, in the leg after mistaking him for an intruder. The attempted murder charge against him was dropped, nevertheless. A court permanently dropped the case against Mr Walker after he claimed he had fired in self-defence, ensuring he will never face such charges again. During anti-racism demonstrations that took place across the US in the summer of 2020, Ms Taylor's death, along with the deaths of two black men, George Floyd in Minnesota and Ahmaud Arbery in Georgia, were mentioned.</p>

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Four US police officers have been detained and charged in connection with Breonna Taylor's shooting death. On March 13, 2020, while carrying out a "no-knock" search warrant, plainclothes officers shot and killed Ms Taylor inside her Louisville, Kentucky, home.

Four US police officers have been detained and charged in connection with Breonna Taylor's shooting death. On March 13, 2020, while carrying out a "no-knock" search warrant, plainclothes officers shot and killed Ms Taylor inside her Louisville, Kentucky, home. The 26-year-old hospital employee was with her boyfriend, Kenneth Walker when police invaded the residence shortly after midnight and shot her. Racial injustice protests spread across the nation after her death. Three of the four cops, according to federal authorities, colluded to forge the arrest warrant that resulted in Ms Taylor's death. Former Louisville detective Brett Hankison was the only officer engaged in the raid who had previously faced charges. The only one of the four people charged on Thursday who was present when Ms Taylor was shot was him. Prosecutors claim that days after the shooting, Mr Jaynes and Ms Goodlett met in a parking garage to plan a cover narrative to support the fabricated evidence that resulted in the search warrant. The Taylor family sued the Louisville police in 2020, and they settled for $12 million (£9 million). Also Read: WATCH | Mexico's 71-year-old basketball player 'Granny Jordan' is now viral TikTok celebrity During the raid, Kenneth Walker shot Sgt. John Mattingly, a police officer, in the leg after mistaking him for an intruder. The attempted murder charge against him was dropped, nevertheless. A court permanently dropped the case against Mr Walker after he claimed he had fired in self-defence, ensuring he will never face such charges again. During anti-racism demonstrations that took place across the US in the summer of 2020, Ms Taylor's death, along with the deaths of two black men, George Floyd in Minnesota and Ahmaud Arbery in Georgia, were mentioned. (with inputs from agencies)

US police fatally shoot medical technician, sparks countrywide racial injustice protests

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