<p>On Tuesday, Russian President Vladimir Putin blasted the West for relying on green energy and promised that gas giant Gazprom will fulfil all of its commitments "in full." As reported by AFP, Putin told reporters in Tehran after holding talks with the leaders of Iran and Turkey, "Gazprom has fulfilled, is fulfilling and will fulfil its obligations in full."</p>

<p>The European Commission has been working on "a gas demand reduction strategy" to get through the upcoming winter since Putin began cutting back on gas delivery on February 24 to stop EU members from refilling stocks in response to the West's response of imposing sanctions on Moscow. Speaking in Tehran, Putin made fun of the West's efforts to lessen its reliance on fossil fuels and increase its use of renewable energy.</p>

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<p>Putin said, "They are great experts in the field of non-traditional relations, and in the field of energy, they have also decided to rely on non-traditional types of energy -- the sun and wind. They themselves are shutting down everything and then looking for someone to blame -- it would be funny if it were not so sad."</p>

<p>As part of the extraordinary sanctions imposed on Moscow over its participation in Ukraine, EU leaders decided in May to halt the majority of Russian oil imports by the end of the year. However, the group decided against outright banning Russian gas.</p>

<p><em>(with inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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On Tuesday, Russian President Vladimir Putin blasted the West for relying on green energy and promised that gas giant Gazprom will fulfil all of its commitments "in full.

On Tuesday, Russian President Vladimir Putin blasted the West for relying on green energy and promised that gas giant Gazprom will fulfil all of its commitments "in full." As reported by AFP, Putin told reporters in Tehran after holding talks with the leaders of Iran and Turkey, "Gazprom has fulfilled, is fulfilling and will fulfil its obligations in full." The European Commission has been working on "a gas demand reduction strategy" to get through the upcoming winter since Putin began cutting back on gas delivery on February 24 to stop EU members from refilling stocks in response to the West's response of imposing sanctions on Moscow. Speaking in Tehran, Putin made fun of the West's efforts to lessen its reliance on fossil fuels and increase its use of renewable energy. Also Read: Sri Lankan crisis: Economy lessons India can learn Putin said, "They are great experts in the field of non-traditional relations, and in the field of energy, they have also decided to rely on non-traditional types of energy -- the sun and wind. They themselves are shutting down everything and then looking for someone to blame -- it would be funny if it were not so sad." As part of the extraordinary sanctions imposed on Moscow over its participation in Ukraine, EU leaders decided in May to halt the majority of Russian oil imports by the end of the year. However, the group decided against outright banning Russian gas. (with inputs from agencies)

Putin claims Russian gas giant Gazprom will fulfil its promises 'in full'

<p>Following the momentous Roe v Wade decision last month, several prominent Democratic members of Congress were detained on Wednesday during an abortion rights rally in front of the supreme court. Before marching to the courthouse, the legislators assembled in front of the US Capitol and shouted, "Our bodies, our choice" and "we won't go back."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As a number of police officers gathered around them, blasting a pre-recorded message warning of impending arrest for obstructing the street, the group sat down in the middle of the street as a nonviolent act of civil disobedience. The politicians were then led to a location that had been cordoned off from the street by the officers, who started to handcuff and arrest the lawmakers.</p>

<p>CPD Action, the protest-focused division of the Center for Popular Democracy, a social justice organisation that organised the direct action, broadcast the protest live online. Eighteen members of Congress, according to CPD Action, were detained. Seventeen of them were female. Only Andy Levin, a congressman from Michigan, was present.</p>

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<p>Less than a month has passed since the supreme court overturned the important Roe v. Wade decision from 1973, which guaranteed a woman's constitutional right to an abortion. Currently, 60 per cent of states have abortion restrictions in place or are considering them. When a draught of the ruling to overturn Roe was leaked in May, criticism of the supreme court, which is now presided over by six conservative justices, including three appointed by Donald Trump, increased.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Massive demonstrations broke out across the US from New York to Los Angeles as soon as the formal decision was made, including in major cities of states with Republican governors like Missouri and Texas.</p>

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Following the momentous Roe v Wade decision last month, several prominent Democratic members of Congress were detained on Wednesday during an abortion rights rally in front of the supreme court.

Following the momentous Roe v Wade decision last month, several prominent Democratic members of Congress were detained on Wednesday during an abortion rights rally in front of the supreme court. Before marching to the courthouse, the legislators assembled in front of the US Capitol and shouted, "Our bodies, our choice" and "we won't go back." Multiple members of Congress, including @AOC, being arrested by Capitol Police for blocking traffic outside the Supreme Court in abortion rights demonstration: pic.twitter.com/fysQN1oBAw — Andrew Solender (@AndrewSolender) July 19, 2022 × As a number of police officers gathered around them, blasting a pre-recorded message warning of impending arrest for obstructing the street, the group sat down in the middle of the street as a nonviolent act of civil disobedience. The politicians were then led to a location that had been cordoned off from the street by the officers, who started to handcuff and arrest the lawmakers. CPD Action, the protest-focused division of the Center for Popular Democracy, a social justice organisation that organised the direct action, broadcast the protest live online. Eighteen members of Congress, according to CPD Action, were detained. Seventeen of them were female. Only Andy Levin, a congressman from Michigan, was present. #AOC mocked for pretending to be handcuffed while being arrested by Capitol Police during abortion rights protest #Fake #Phony #Liar pic.twitter.com/ECnoiiJSTF — Giordano Bruno (@GioBruno1600) July 19, 2022 × Less than a month has passed since the supreme court overturned the important Roe v. Wade decision from 1973, which guaranteed a woman's constitutional right to an abortion. Currently, 60 per cent of states have abortion restrictions in place or are considering them. When a draught of the ruling to overturn Roe was leaked in May, criticism of the supreme court, which is now presided over by six conservative justices, including three appointed by Donald Trump, increased. Massive demonstrations broke out across the US from New York to Los Angeles as soon as the formal decision was made, including in major cities of states with Republican governors like Missouri and Texas. (with inputs from agencies)

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<p>The Commerce Ministry stated on Tuesday that work from home (WFH) is permitted for a maximum of one year in a special economic zone unit and can be expanded to 50% of all employees.&nbsp;<br />
A brand-new rule 43A for WFH in the Special Economic Zones Rules, 2006 has been made public by the Department of Commerce. The sector had requested that there be a provision for a national consistent WFH policy throughout all Special Economic Zones, according to the government, which is why the notification was issued (SEZs). For a specific category of employees of a unit in an SEZ, the new rule permits working from home.</p>

<p>Employees of IT/ITeS SEZ units are among them, as are those who are temporarily disabled, travelling, and working off-site, it was said. It further said that WFH might be expanded to up to 50% of the unit's total workforce, including contractual workers.</p>

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<p>"Work From Home is now allowed for a maximum period of one year. However, the same may further be extended for one year at a time by the DC on the request of units," the ministry said. The announcement has established a transition period of 90 days for SEZ units whose employees are already working from home to request approval.</p>

<p>"SEZ Units will provide equipment and secured connectivity for WFH to perform authorised operations of the units and the permission to take out the equipment is co-terminus with the permission granted to an employee," the ministry said. Additionally, it stated that the Development Commissioner (DC) of SEZs has the discretion to approve a higher number of employees (more than 50%) for any genuine reason that is documented in writing.</p>

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The Commerce Ministry stated on Tuesday that work from home (WFH) is permitted for a maximum of one year in a special economic zone unit and can be expanded to 50% of all employees.

The Commerce Ministry stated on Tuesday that work from home (WFH) is permitted for a maximum of one year in a special economic zone unit and can be expanded to 50% of all employees. A brand-new rule 43A for WFH in the Special Economic Zones Rules, 2006 has been made public by the Department of Commerce. The sector had requested that there be a provision for a national consistent WFH policy throughout all Special Economic Zones, according to the government, which is why the notification was issued (SEZs). For a specific category of employees of a unit in an SEZ, the new rule permits working from home. Employees of IT/ITeS SEZ units are among them, as are those who are temporarily disabled, travelling, and working off-site, it was said. It further said that WFH might be expanded to up to 50% of the unit's total workforce, including contractual workers. Also Read: Sri Lankan crisis: Economy lessons India can learn "Work From Home is now allowed for a maximum period of one year. However, the same may further be extended for one year at a time by the DC on the request of units," the ministry said. The announcement has established a transition period of 90 days for SEZ units whose employees are already working from home to request approval. "SEZ Units will provide equipment and secured connectivity for WFH to perform authorised operations of the units and the permission to take out the equipment is co-terminus with the permission granted to an employee," the ministry said. Additionally, it stated that the Development Commissioner (DC) of SEZs has the discretion to approve a higher number of employees (more than 50%) for any genuine reason that is documented in writing. (with inputs from agencies)

India: Commerce ministry permits maximum one year work from home in SEZs

<p>According to a Chinese letter seen by Reuters and corroborated by diplomats from three different nations who received it, China is requesting that the UN human rights chief bury a highly anticipated report on human rights crimes in Xinjiang. After receiving harsh criticism from the general public for being too lenient toward China during a visit in May, UN High Commissioner Michelle Bachelet announced she will not run for re-election for personal reasons.</p>

<p>However, as reported by Reuters, she has promised to write a report on the western Chinese region of Xinjiang before she departs at the end of August. Rights organisations charge Beijing with mistreatment of the Uyghur people living in Xinjiang, including the widespread use of forced labour in internment camps. China has vehemently refuted the claims. According to four sources—three diplomats and a rights expert who all spoke on the condition of anonymity—the letter written by China expressed "grave concern" about the Xinjiang report and seeks to prevent its distribution. They claimed that in late June, China circulated it among diplomatic missions in Geneva and requested other nations sign it to demonstrate their support.</p>

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<p>The "joint letter," which Liu used to refer to China and the other signatories, and public statements made at the most recent UN Human Rights Council session, which ended on July 8, both expressed this support, according to Liu. Bachelet would have seen a "real Xinjiang with a safe and stable society" when she visited the area during her May trip to China, a representative for the Chinese foreign ministry told Reuters. The spokesperson predicted that efforts by other nations to "smear China's image" through the Xinjiang problem would fail.</p>

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According to a Chinese letter seen by Reuters and corroborated by diplomats from three different nations who received it, China is requesting that the UN human rights chief bury a highly anticipated report on human rights crimes in Xinjiang.

According to a Chinese letter seen by Reuters and corroborated by diplomats from three different nations who received it, China is requesting that the UN human rights chief bury a highly anticipated report on human rights crimes in Xinjiang. After receiving harsh criticism from the general public for being too lenient toward China during a visit in May, UN High Commissioner Michelle Bachelet announced she will not run for re-election for personal reasons. However, as reported by Reuters, she has promised to write a report on the western Chinese region of Xinjiang before she departs at the end of August. Rights organisations charge Beijing with mistreatment of the Uyghur people living in Xinjiang, including the widespread use of forced labour in internment camps. China has vehemently refuted the claims. According to four sources—three diplomats and a rights expert who all spoke on the condition of anonymity—the letter written by China expressed "grave concern" about the Xinjiang report and seeks to prevent its distribution. They claimed that in late June, China circulated it among diplomatic missions in Geneva and requested other nations sign it to demonstrate their support. Also Read: Sri Lankan crisis: Economy lessons India can learn The "joint letter," which Liu used to refer to China and the other signatories, and public statements made at the most recent UN Human Rights Council session, which ended on July 8, both expressed this support, according to Liu. Bachelet would have seen a "real Xinjiang with a safe and stable society" when she visited the area during her May trip to China, a representative for the Chinese foreign ministry told Reuters. The spokesperson predicted that efforts by other nations to "smear China's image" through the Xinjiang problem would fail. (with inputs from agencies)

China tries to prevent the UN rights chief from releasing report on human rights violations in Xinjiang

<p>Tuesday was the biggest day for the London Fire Brigade since World War II as firefighters responded to more than 2,600 requests and battled 12 flames at once, according to Mayor Sadiq Khan. According to him, at least 41 properties were damaged.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Even though cloudy skies and showers gave reprieve from the sweltering temperatures of recent days, Wednesday's record-breaking heat wave in Britain nevertheless caused transport disruptions for a third day. Firefighters also continued to be on high alert. In contrast to Tuesday's record-breaking high of 40.3C (104.4F) at Coningsby in eastern England, forecasters anticipate that London will only reach a high of 26 Celsius (79 Fahrenheit) on Wednesday.</p>

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<p>However, as engineers work to fix electrical lines and signalling equipment damaged by a heat-related fire on Tuesday, the main railway line between London and Edinburgh will be shut down until noon, according to the London North Eastern Railway. Grassland surrounding the city has been dried out by hot, dry weather, so even if the temperature has dropped, Khan added.</p>

<p>Khan told the BBC, “Once it catches fire it spreads incredibly fast, like wildfires like you see in movies or in fires in California or in parts of France… I’ve just spoken to the fire commissioner. He’s still concerned about the ground being dry and the speed of fire spreading.”</p>

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Tuesday was the biggest day for the London Fire Brigade since World War II as firefighters responded to more than 2,600 requests and battled 12 flames at once, according to Mayor Sadiq Khan.

Tuesday was the biggest day for the London Fire Brigade since World War II as firefighters responded to more than 2,600 requests and battled 12 flames at once, according to Mayor Sadiq Khan. According to him, at least 41 properties were damaged. Even though cloudy skies and showers gave reprieve from the sweltering temperatures of recent days, Wednesday's record-breaking heat wave in Britain nevertheless caused transport disruptions for a third day. Firefighters also continued to be on high alert. In contrast to Tuesday's record-breaking high of 40.3C (104.4F) at Coningsby in eastern England, forecasters anticipate that London will only reach a high of 26 Celsius (79 Fahrenheit) on Wednesday. Also Read: Sri Lankan crisis: Economy lessons India can learn However, as engineers work to fix electrical lines and signalling equipment damaged by a heat-related fire on Tuesday, the main railway line between London and Edinburgh will be shut down until noon, according to the London North Eastern Railway. Grassland surrounding the city has been dried out by hot, dry weather, so even if the temperature has dropped, Khan added. Khan told the BBC, “Once it catches fire it spreads incredibly fast, like wildfires like you see in movies or in fires in California or in parts of France… I’ve just spoken to the fire commissioner. He’s still concerned about the ground being dry and the speed of fire spreading.” (with inputs from agencies)

At least 41 properties damaged in fire due to heatwave, says London Mayor

<p>The police are looking for a wild monkey that assaulted 10 people in Japan over the course of a fortnight. The attacks started on July 8 in the Ogori area in the southwest of the nation's Yamaguchi prefecture. In the most grievous incident, it broke into a residence and severely scratched a newborn. According to the Kyodo news agency, the monkey attacked nearby individuals last weekend after opening the screen door of a first-floor flat and scratching a four-year-old girl's leg, leaving her with minor wounds.</p>

<p>The alleged 40–50 cm tall monkey apparently broke into a nearby kindergarten class and scratched a four-year-old girl. Police in the area is on high alert. People have been told not to leave their windows open, and traps have been erected for the animal. Although leaflets warning locals to be on the lookout have been issued by the mayor's office, the animal was still at large as of Tuesday. About 40 monkey sightings have been reported in the region since May, according to the national broadcaster NHK.</p>

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<p>Monkeys&nbsp;are not the only wild animals that have made Japanese citizens more watchful. Bear sightings and assaults have increased recently around the nation, along with few&nbsp;incidents involving wild boar, such as the one last year in which two animals harmed 12 people in a park in Hiroshima before being shot dead. Because there aren't enough acorns in the bears' natural habitat, they have to venture into populated areas in quest of food, which has led to an increase in bear sightings and assaults. The degradation of abandoned farmland that once served as a natural barrier between their habitat and human areas is another issue in depopulated rural areas.</p>

<p><em>(with inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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The police are looking for a wild monkey that assaulted 10 people in Japan over the course of a fortnight. The attacks started on July 8 in the Ogori area in the southwest of the nation's Yamaguchi prefecture.

The police are looking for a wild monkey that assaulted 10 people in Japan over the course of a fortnight. The attacks started on July 8 in the Ogori area in the southwest of the nation's Yamaguchi prefecture. In the most grievous incident, it broke into a residence and severely scratched a newborn. According to the Kyodo news agency, the monkey attacked nearby individuals last weekend after opening the screen door of a first-floor flat and scratching a four-year-old girl's leg, leaving her with minor wounds. The alleged 40–50 cm tall monkey apparently broke into a nearby kindergarten class and scratched a four-year-old girl. Police in the area is on high alert. People have been told not to leave their windows open, and traps have been erected for the animal. Although leaflets warning locals to be on the lookout have been issued by the mayor's office, the animal was still at large as of Tuesday. About 40 monkey sightings have been reported in the region since May, according to the national broadcaster NHK. Also Read: Sri Lankan crisis: Economy lessons India can learn Monkeys are not the only wild animals that have made Japanese citizens more watchful. Bear sightings and assaults have increased recently around the nation, along with few incidents involving wild boar, such as the one last year in which two animals harmed 12 people in a park in Hiroshima before being shot dead. Because there aren't enough acorns in the bears' natural habitat, they have to venture into populated areas in quest of food, which has led to an increase in bear sightings and assaults. The degradation of abandoned farmland that once served as a natural barrier between their habitat and human areas is another issue in depopulated rural areas. (with inputs from agencies)

Police look for wild monkey in Japan that assaulted 10 people in fortnight

<p>Officials have acknowledged that a mosque in Iran from the 17th century that is recognised as a masterpiece of architecture has been harmed during restoration efforts. The Shah Mosque in Isfahan, which is a part of a United Nations World Heritage site, is thought to be one of the most magnificent in all of Iran. However, in more recent images, one side appears uneven and the characteristic floral patterns do not line up. Although officials admitted the flaws, they claimed they could be fixed.</p>

<p>Mehdi Pakdel, the project's restorer, blamed the failure on issues with the scaffolding that was employed as well as difficulties brought on by the dome's height of 54 metres (177 feet). The mosque was constructed in Isfahan, the third-largest city in the nation, during a period known as its golden age. It is a magnet for Muslim worshipers and tourists from inside and outside Iran thanks to its remarkable vivid blue and yellow patterned tiles.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The mosque is one of four striking structures that make up the huge Naghsh-e Jahan Square, also known as Meidan Imam, in the city's centre. The complex surrounding the square was added to UNESCO's World Heritage Site list in 1979. UNESCO says the mosque is of "particular interest", and "remains the most celebrated example of the colourful architecture which reached its high point in Iran under the Safavid dynasty".</p>

<p>Isfahan is one of the key tourist destinations in the country. As reported by AFP, Alireza Izadi, head of the heritage for the city said, "Supervisors and restorers realised there was damage, especially in the upper part of the dome. We are going to replace the dome tiles because the weight of the scaffolding has damaged their edge."&nbsp;</p>

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Officials have acknowledged that a mosque in Iran from the 17th century that is recognised as a masterpiece of architecture has been harmed during restoration efforts.

Officials have acknowledged that a mosque in Iran from the 17th century that is recognised as a masterpiece of architecture has been harmed during restoration efforts. The Shah Mosque in Isfahan, which is a part of a United Nations World Heritage site, is thought to be one of the most magnificent in all of Iran. However, in more recent images, one side appears uneven and the characteristic floral patterns do not line up. Although officials admitted the flaws, they claimed they could be fixed. Mehdi Pakdel, the project's restorer, blamed the failure on issues with the scaffolding that was employed as well as difficulties brought on by the dome's height of 54 metres (177 feet). The mosque was constructed in Isfahan, the third-largest city in the nation, during a period known as its golden age. It is a magnet for Muslim worshipers and tourists from inside and outside Iran thanks to its remarkable vivid blue and yellow patterned tiles. Also Read: Sri Lankan crisis: Economy lessons India can learn The mosque is one of four striking structures that make up the huge Naghsh-e Jahan Square, also known as Meidan Imam, in the city's centre. The complex surrounding the square was added to UNESCO's World Heritage Site list in 1979. UNESCO says the mosque is of "particular interest", and "remains the most celebrated example of the colourful architecture which reached its high point in Iran under the Safavid dynasty". Isfahan is one of the key tourist destinations in the country. As reported by AFP, Alireza Izadi, head of the heritage for the city said, "Supervisors and restorers realised there was damage, especially in the upper part of the dome. We are going to replace the dome tiles because the weight of the scaffolding has damaged their edge." (with inputs from agencies)

Iran's iconic UNESCO WHS Isfahan's Shah Mosque damaged during restoration

<p>Former British finance minister Rishi Sunak won the most support in the third round of voting to find a replacement for Johnson. Sunak got 115 votes on the third ballot of Conservative lawmakers on Monday. In another,&nbsp;Erdogan told reporters on Monday before a three-way summit with Russia and Iran; "I want to reiterate once again that we will freeze the process if these countries do not take the necessary steps to fulfil our conditions. We particularly note that Sweden does not have a good image on this issue."</p>

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<p>The United Kingdom government won the vote of confidence with 349 in support on Monday (July 18). During the debate, Boris Johnson cited the coronavirus vaccine rollout and support of Ukraine to defend his government's record. Meanwhile, 248 MPs voted that they don't have confidence in the government.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the aftermath of a slew of scandals, Johnson resigned as UK prime minister. However, the main opposition Labour party wants Johnson out of office immediately.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>President Tayyip Erdogan stated on Monday that Turkiye&nbsp;might halt Finland's and Sweden's NATO membership applications if the Nordic nations break their counterterrorism commitments from last month. He also stated that he thought Sweden was "not showing a good image" at the moment. In response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Finland and Sweden asked to join the defence alliance. Turkiye, however, objected, claiming that the Nordic nations supported organisations it considers terrorists.</p>

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<p>Sexual health clinics on the frontline of the monkeypox response are already financially stretched, leaving the United States and UK ill-equipped to tackle the first major global health test since the COVID-19 pandemic.</p>

<p>Infectious disease experts say sexual health clinics - which offer confidential walk-in diagnosis and treatment – are best placed to identify and treat cases of monkeypox, which is largely affecting men who have sex with men.</p>

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Former British finance minister Rishi Sunak won the most support in the third round of voting to find a replacement for Johnson. Sunak got 115 votes on the third ballot of Conservative lawmakers on Monday.

Former British finance minister Rishi Sunak won the most support in the third round of voting to find a replacement for Johnson. Sunak got 115 votes on the third ballot of Conservative lawmakers on Monday. In another, Erdogan told reporters on Monday before a three-way summit with Russia and Iran; "I want to reiterate once again that we will freeze the process if these countries do not take the necessary steps to fulfil our conditions. We particularly note that Sweden does not have a good image on this issue." Click on headlines to read more: UK politics: Government wins confidence vote; Rishi Sunak widens lead in race to become PM The United Kingdom government won the vote of confidence with 349 in support on Monday (July 18). During the debate, Boris Johnson cited the coronavirus vaccine rollout and support of Ukraine to defend his government's record. Meanwhile, 248 MPs voted that they don't have confidence in the government. In the aftermath of a slew of scandals, Johnson resigned as UK prime minister. However, the main opposition Labour party wants Johnson out of office immediately. Turkiye's Erdogan says will freeze Finland and Sweden's NATO bids if commitments not kept President Tayyip Erdogan stated on Monday that Turkiye might halt Finland's and Sweden's NATO membership applications if the Nordic nations break their counterterrorism commitments from last month. He also stated that he thought Sweden was "not showing a good image" at the moment. In response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Finland and Sweden asked to join the defence alliance. Turkiye, however, objected, claiming that the Nordic nations supported organisations it considers terrorists. Years of neglect leaves sexual health clinics ill-prepared for monkeypox Sexual health clinics on the frontline of the monkeypox response are already financially stretched, leaving the United States and UK ill-equipped to tackle the first major global health test since the COVID-19 pandemic. Infectious disease experts say sexual health clinics - which offer confidential walk-in diagnosis and treatment – are best placed to identify and treat cases of monkeypox, which is largely affecting men who have sex with men. Food inflation in Sri Lanka reaches record high, 22% of Lankans need food aid × Putin to embark on first foreign trip to Iran: War in Ukraine, 2015 nuclear deal on agenda ×

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<p>In the 2.5 seconds between a missing first shot and the second round of gunfire that killed him, Shinzo Abe could have been rescued by bodyguards if they had sheltered him or moved him out of harm's way, according to eight security experts who watched the video of the former Japanese leader's murder. The inability to shield Abe from the second bullet came after what seemed to be a string of security blunders prior to the killing of Japan's longest-serving prime leader on July 8, according to Japanese and foreign experts.</p>

<p>The murder of Abe in the western city of Nara by a man using a homemade weapon stunned a society where there is little gun violence and candidates for office run unprotected and close to the general public. Security breaches have been admitted by Japanese authorities, including Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, and police say they are looking into them.</p>

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<p>The shooter, 41-year-old Tetsuya Yamagami, was allowed by his security detail to approach 67-year-old Abe unchecked and within a few metres of him, while carrying a weapon, the video showed. Police have identified Yamagami as the shooter. The National Police Agency, which is in charge of local police forces, claimed that Abe's murder was the result of the police's failure to uphold their duty and declared that it had formed a team to review security and protection protocols and to think through specific actions to avoid a repeat of such a grave incident.&nbsp;</p>

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In the 2.5 seconds between a missing first shot and the second round of gunfire that killed him, Shinzo Abe could have been rescued by bodyguards if they had sheltered him or moved him out of harm's way, according to eight security experts who watched the video of the former Japanese leader's murder.

In the 2.5 seconds between a missing first shot and the second round of gunfire that killed him, Shinzo Abe could have been rescued by bodyguards if they had sheltered him or moved him out of harm's way, according to eight security experts who watched the video of the former Japanese leader's murder. The inability to shield Abe from the second bullet came after what seemed to be a string of security blunders prior to the killing of Japan's longest-serving prime leader on July 8, according to Japanese and foreign experts. The murder of Abe in the western city of Nara by a man using a homemade weapon stunned a society where there is little gun violence and candidates for office run unprotected and close to the general public. Security breaches have been admitted by Japanese authorities, including Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, and police say they are looking into them. Also Read: Sri Lankan crisis: Economy lessons India can learn The shooter, 41-year-old Tetsuya Yamagami, was allowed by his security detail to approach 67-year-old Abe unchecked and within a few metres of him, while carrying a weapon, the video showed. Police have identified Yamagami as the shooter. The National Police Agency, which is in charge of local police forces, claimed that Abe's murder was the result of the police's failure to uphold their duty and declared that it had formed a team to review security and protection protocols and to think through specific actions to avoid a repeat of such a grave incident. (with inputs from agencies)

Shinzo Abe assassination: 2.5 seconds between missed first shot and second round of gunfire

<p>President Tayyip Erdogan stated on Monday that Turkiye&nbsp;might halt Finland's and Sweden's NATO membership applications if the Nordic nations break their counterterrorism commitments from last month. He also stated that he thought Sweden was "not showing a good image" at the moment. In response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Finland and Sweden asked to join the defence alliance. Turkiye, however, objected, claiming that the Nordic nations supported organisations it considers terrorists.</p>

<p>At the NATO summit in Madrid last month, the three nations agreed to lift Ankara's veto in exchange for commitments on counterterrorism and military exports. In order to ratify their membership applications, Turkiye&nbsp;has stated that it will strictly monitor the agreement's implementation. Erdogan told reporters on Monday before a three-way summit with Russia and Iran; "I want to reiterate once again that we will freeze the process if these countries do not take the necessary steps to fulfil our conditions. We particularly note that Sweden does not have a good image on this issue."</p>

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<p>After an agreement with Turkiye, which had previously prevented the Nordic countries from joining, NATO started the accession processes for Sweden and Finland earlier this month. Erdogan has accused both nations of supporting "terrorism" and serving as safe havens for Kurdish militants, highlighting, in particular, the PKK, an illegal organisation he has worked to suppress.&nbsp;</p>

<p>When asked about Erdogan's comments in Washington, State Department spokesman Ned Price did not immediately answer but instead cited Turkiye's approval of the Nordic countries' NATO membership during the NATO summit.</p>

<p><em>(with inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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President Tayyip Erdogan stated on Monday that Turkiye might halt Finland's and Sweden's NATO membership applications if the Nordic nations break their counterterrorism commitments from last month.

President Tayyip Erdogan stated on Monday that Turkiye might halt Finland's and Sweden's NATO membership applications if the Nordic nations break their counterterrorism commitments from last month. He also stated that he thought Sweden was "not showing a good image" at the moment. In response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Finland and Sweden asked to join the defence alliance. Turkiye, however, objected, claiming that the Nordic nations supported organisations it considers terrorists. At the NATO summit in Madrid last month, the three nations agreed to lift Ankara's veto in exchange for commitments on counterterrorism and military exports. In order to ratify their membership applications, Turkiye has stated that it will strictly monitor the agreement's implementation. Erdogan told reporters on Monday before a three-way summit with Russia and Iran; "I want to reiterate once again that we will freeze the process if these countries do not take the necessary steps to fulfil our conditions. We particularly note that Sweden does not have a good image on this issue." Also Read: Sri Lanka: Three frontrunners in race to become next president after Gotabaya resigned After an agreement with Turkiye, which had previously prevented the Nordic countries from joining, NATO started the accession processes for Sweden and Finland earlier this month. Erdogan has accused both nations of supporting "terrorism" and serving as safe havens for Kurdish militants, highlighting, in particular, the PKK, an illegal organisation he has worked to suppress. When asked about Erdogan's comments in Washington, State Department spokesman Ned Price did not immediately answer but instead cited Turkiye's approval of the Nordic countries' NATO membership during the NATO summit. (with inputs from agencies)

Turkiye's Erdogan says will freeze Finland and Sweden's NATO bids if commitments not kept

<p>On Monday, a passenger plane crash-landed at an airfield in Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia. All of the more than 30 passengers on board were evacuated, and no fatalities were recorded. The plane was visible in video from the area upside down after what seemed to be a landing flip. Firefighters began hosing down the downed airliner as fire engines reached the runway and flames and black smoke surged into the air.</p>

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<p>It was an internal trip between the city of Baidoa and the capital, and the aircraft belonged to Jubba Airways. According to airport officials who were mentioned by state media, both the passengers and the crew were successfully rescued. It's unclear what caused the crash just yet. Jubba Airways issued a brief statement recognising the occurrence and promising to provide further details "as it becomes available."</p>

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<p>The Fokker 50 is a twin-engined passenger aircraft from the 1980s produced by the same-named Dutch firm. The firm ran into financial problems and stopped producing the aircraft in 1997. Jubba Airways operated two Fokker 50s, both of which were bought more than 30 years ago, according to the aviation website Planespotters.net. According to airport officials, everyone on board the aircraft, which was arriving on a domestic flight from the interior city of Baidoa, successfully disembarked. No early reports of injuries or explanations for the crash's cause were made.</p>

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On Monday, a passenger plane crash-landed at an airfield in Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia. All of the more than 30 passengers on board were evacuated, and no fatalities were recorded.

On Monday, a passenger plane crash-landed at an airfield in Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia. All of the more than 30 passengers on board were evacuated, and no fatalities were recorded. The plane was visible in video from the area upside down after what seemed to be a landing flip. Firefighters began hosing down the downed airliner as fire engines reached the runway and flames and black smoke surged into the air. 🇸🇴Pompiers et secouristes se précipitent pour venir en aide à la trentaine de personnes à bord d'un avion qui s'est écrasé à l'atterrissage lundi à Mogadiscio, en Somalie. Aucune perte en vie humaine n'a été enregistrée. pic.twitter.com/PVNUMpoCoQ — VOA Afrique (@VOAAfrique) July 18, 2022 × It was an internal trip between the city of Baidoa and the capital, and the aircraft belonged to Jubba Airways. According to airport officials who were mentioned by state media, both the passengers and the crew were successfully rescued. It's unclear what caused the crash just yet. Jubba Airways issued a brief statement recognising the occurrence and promising to provide further details "as it becomes available." Also Read: Sri Lankan crisis: Economy lessons India can learn The Fokker 50 is a twin-engined passenger aircraft from the 1980s produced by the same-named Dutch firm. The firm ran into financial problems and stopped producing the aircraft in 1997. Jubba Airways operated two Fokker 50s, both of which were bought more than 30 years ago, according to the aviation website Planespotters.net. According to airport officials, everyone on board the aircraft, which was arriving on a domestic flight from the interior city of Baidoa, successfully disembarked. No early reports of injuries or explanations for the crash's cause were made. (with inputs from agencies)

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<p>According to US prosecutors, Uber will provide several million dollars in restitution to the tens of thousands of passengers with impairments who were assessed surcharges. The US Department of Justice filed a lawsuit alleging that wait fees were applied to disabled passengers who required extra time to board cars.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the settlement, Uber will provide over 65,000 qualified riders credits worth twice the wait time costs they had previously been assessed, which could amount to millions of dollars. The ride-sharing business has agreed to pay $500,000 to other impacted people and over $1.7 million to riders who complained to Uber about the fees.</p>

<p>People with disabilities shouldn't be treated differently or penalised for having a disability, which is exactly what Uber's wait time fee policy did, according to assistant attorney general Kristen Clarke. Uber declared that it was "pleased" with the resolution. "Prior to this matter being filed we made changes so that any rider who shares that they have a disability would have wait time fees waived automatically," said the company.</p>

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<p>The Department of Justice claimed that applying these costs to passengers with impairments constitutes unlawful discrimination. Uber charges a fee if a driver must wait longer than two minutes to pick up any passenger. According to the terms of a two-year agreement, Uber will continue to waive wait time fees for passengers who require extra time to board due to impairments and will make sure refunds are simple to obtain in the event that such fees are mistakenly levied.</p>

<p>(with inputs from agencies)</p>

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According to US prosecutors, Uber will provide several million dollars in restitution to the tens of thousands of passengers with impairments who were assessed surcharges.

According to US prosecutors, Uber will provide several million dollars in restitution to the tens of thousands of passengers with impairments who were assessed surcharges. The US Department of Justice filed a lawsuit alleging that wait fees were applied to disabled passengers who required extra time to board cars. According to the settlement, Uber will provide over 65,000 qualified riders credits worth twice the wait time costs they had previously been assessed, which could amount to millions of dollars. The ride-sharing business has agreed to pay $500,000 to other impacted people and over $1.7 million to riders who complained to Uber about the fees. People with disabilities shouldn't be treated differently or penalised for having a disability, which is exactly what Uber's wait time fee policy did, according to assistant attorney general Kristen Clarke. Uber declared that it was "pleased" with the resolution. "Prior to this matter being filed we made changes so that any rider who shares that they have a disability would have wait time fees waived automatically," said the company. Also Read: Sri Lankan crisis: Economy lessons India can learn The Department of Justice claimed that applying these costs to passengers with impairments constitutes unlawful discrimination. Uber charges a fee if a driver must wait longer than two minutes to pick up any passenger. According to the terms of a two-year agreement, Uber will continue to waive wait time fees for passengers who require extra time to board due to impairments and will make sure refunds are simple to obtain in the event that such fees are mistakenly levied. (with inputs from agencies)

Uber settles a US lawsuit concerning 'wait fees' for disabled riders

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