<p>Climate change is real and the world needs to act now before it’s too late. A new study has found out that if the world needs to meet the ambitious climate targets, the majority of the planet’s fossil fuel reserves must stay in the ground.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The study in the journal ‘Nature’ said that 60 per cent of oil and natural gas and 90 per cent of coal must never see light of the day till 2050 to make attempts to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Typhoon Chanthu brings heavy rainfall to Taiwan, over 100 flights cancelled</strong></p>

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<p>At a press conference while announcing the results, Dan Welsby, a researcher at University College London and lead author of the study, said, “These results are broadly consistent with the findings of numerous recent reports, from the United Nations, the International Energy Agency and others, which have all provided evidence that dramatic cuts in fossil fuel production are required immediately in order to move towards limiting global heating to 1.5 degrees.” &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/experts-warn-first-ever-rain-in-greenland-ice-sheet-shows-risks-of-climate-change-412789" hreflang="en">Experts warn first-ever rain in Greenland ice sheet shows risks of climate change</a></strong></p>

<p>Under the Paris climate agreement, the nations are trying to keep global temperatures under two degrees Celsius of their preindustrial levels and within 1.5 degrees Celsius if at all possible.&nbsp;</p>


Climate change is real and the world needs to act now before it’s too late. A new study has found out that if the world needs to meet the ambitious climate targets, the majority of the planet’s fossil fuel reserves must stay in the ground.

Climate change is real and the world needs to act now before it’s too late. A new study has found out that if the world needs to meet the ambitious climate targets, the majority of the planet’s fossil fuel reserves must stay in the ground. The study in the journal ‘Nature’ said that 60 per cent of oil and natural gas and 90 per cent of coal must never see light of the day till 2050 to make attempts to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. Watch: Typhoon Chanthu brings heavy rainfall to Taiwan, over 100 flights cancelled × At a press conference while announcing the results, Dan Welsby, a researcher at University College London and lead author of the study, said, “These results are broadly consistent with the findings of numerous recent reports, from the United Nations, the International Energy Agency and others, which have all provided evidence that dramatic cuts in fossil fuel production are required immediately in order to move towards limiting global heating to 1.5 degrees.” Also Read: Experts warn first-ever rain in Greenland ice sheet shows risks of climate change Under the Paris climate agreement, the nations are trying to keep global temperatures under two degrees Celsius of their preindustrial levels and within 1.5 degrees Celsius if at all possible.

Leave 60% global oil, gas reserves unused to curb warming to 1.5 degrees: Study

<p>In an effort to combat the second wave of COVID-19 in the financial year 2020-21, India Inc has spent a huge sum of over Rs 16 billion, said a study conducted by CSR knowledge and impact intelligence portal CSRBOX. &nbsp;</p>

<p>In the study, over 350 public listed companies were included. It has revealed that over 750 corporate social responsibility initiatives were launched in response to the second wave. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Kashmir willow bats to get GI tagging for a big boost in international markets</strong></p>

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<p>Almost 35% of these projects were implemented in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka and Uttar Pradesh. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The report, which has been titled CSR Response to COVID 2.0, says corporate India supported by providing over 200 oxygen plants, setting up more than 75 makeshift hospitals and covid wards with over 10,000 beds, 3,500 ventilators and 140,000 oxygen concentrators. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/all-adults-in-six-states-union-territories-have-got-first-vaccine-dose-indian-health-ministry-412776" hreflang="en">All adults in six states, Union Territories have got first vaccine dose: Indian health ministry</a></strong></p>

<p>Around 33 companies contributed over Rs 1.5 billion to conduct community awareness activities in 17 states. &nbsp;</p>

<p>CSRBOX founder and CEO Bhomik Shah said, “Corporates have responded to covid with great urgency and remarkable flexibility, fast-tracking CSR project approvals for the timely procurement of essential medical supplies, working in tandem with central, state governments and local agencies. We have witnessed unprecedented involvement by corporate India in responding to the situation on the ground."&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


In an effort to combat the second wave of COVID-19 in the financial year 2020-21, India Inc has spent a huge sum of over Rs 16 billion, said a study conducted by CSR knowledge and impact intelligence portal CSRBOX.

In an effort to combat the second wave of COVID-19 in the financial year 2020-21, India Inc has spent a huge sum of over Rs 16 billion, said a study conducted by CSR knowledge and impact intelligence portal CSRBOX. In the study, over 350 public listed companies were included. It has revealed that over 750 corporate social responsibility initiatives were launched in response to the second wave. Watch: Kashmir willow bats to get GI tagging for a big boost in international markets × Almost 35% of these projects were implemented in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka and Uttar Pradesh. The report, which has been titled CSR Response to COVID 2.0, says corporate India supported by providing over 200 oxygen plants, setting up more than 75 makeshift hospitals and covid wards with over 10,000 beds, 3,500 ventilators and 140,000 oxygen concentrators. Also Read | All adults in six states, Union Territories have got first vaccine dose: Indian health ministry Around 33 companies contributed over Rs 1.5 billion to conduct community awareness activities in 17 states. CSRBOX founder and CEO Bhomik Shah said, “Corporates have responded to covid with great urgency and remarkable flexibility, fast-tracking CSR project approvals for the timely procurement of essential medical supplies, working in tandem with central, state governments and local agencies. We have witnessed unprecedented involvement by corporate India in responding to the situation on the ground." (With inputs from agencies)

To combat COVID-19's second wave, India Inc spent over Rs 16 billion

<p>Afghan crisis seems to be deepening day by day. Now, the Kabul's flea markets are buzzing with desperate Afghans, who are trying to leave the county or facing cash crunch in these difficult times. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Afghans are being forced to sell their belongings at low prices to fund their escape from Taliban rule or just to pay for food. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Afghan women post photos in traditional attire to protest Taliban's burqa order</strong></p>

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<p>There are several plates, glasses, kitchen appliances, 1990s television sets, old Singer sewing machines, rolled-up carpets, second-hand sofas and beds up for sale in these outdoor bazaars. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

<p>After the Taliban took control of the country, Afghans say the job opportunities have dried up. The citizens are allowed to withdraw $200 per week only from bank accounts, which means cash is in short supply. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Mohammad Ehsan, a resident who was trying to sell two blankets, said, "We don't have anything to eat, we are poor and we are forced to sell these things."</p>

<p><strong>Also Read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/uyghur-linked-etim-group-has-left-afghanistan-taliban-to-china-412735" hreflang="en">Uyghur-linked ETIM group has left Afghanistan: Taliban to China</a></strong>&nbsp;</p>

<p>The building project where Ehsan worked as a labourer has been cancelled or put on hold. "Rich people were in Kabul, but now everybody has escaped," Ehsan told AFP. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Ehsan is one of many Afghans, who come to the flea markets, to sell what they can spare directly to buyers. They could be seen carrying their possessions on their backs or rolling them along on street carts. &nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


Afghan crisis seems to be deepening day by day. Now, the Kabul's flea markets are buzzing with desperate Afghans, who are trying to leave the county or facing cash crunch in these difficult times.

Afghan crisis seems to be deepening day by day. Now, the Kabul's flea markets are buzzing with desperate Afghans, who are trying to leave the county or facing cash crunch in these difficult times. Afghans are being forced to sell their belongings at low prices to fund their escape from Taliban rule or just to pay for food. Watch: Afghan women post photos in traditional attire to protest Taliban's burqa order × There are several plates, glasses, kitchen appliances, 1990s television sets, old Singer sewing machines, rolled-up carpets, second-hand sofas and beds up for sale in these outdoor bazaars. After the Taliban took control of the country, Afghans say the job opportunities have dried up. The citizens are allowed to withdraw $200 per week only from bank accounts, which means cash is in short supply. Mohammad Ehsan, a resident who was trying to sell two blankets, said, "We don't have anything to eat, we are poor and we are forced to sell these things." Also Read | Uyghur-linked ETIM group has left Afghanistan: Taliban to China The building project where Ehsan worked as a labourer has been cancelled or put on hold. "Rich people were in Kabul, but now everybody has escaped," Ehsan told AFP. Ehsan is one of many Afghans, who come to the flea markets, to sell what they can spare directly to buyers. They could be seen carrying their possessions on their backs or rolling them along on street carts. (With inputs from agencies)

Amid cash crunch, fleeing Afghans sell possessions at Kabul's busy bazaars

<p>Capitol Police investigators have recommended disciplinary action against six police officers for their actions during the Jan. 6 riot at the Capitol, when supporters of Donald Trump stormed the building in an effort to stop the certification of President Joe Biden’s victory.</p>

<p>Three officers were singled out for unbecoming conduct, one officer for failure to comply with directives, one officer for improper remarks and one officer for improper dissemination of information, the Capitol Police said in a statement Saturday.</p>

<p>None of the officers, or details about the recommended penalties, were identified. No criminal charges will be filed, after the U.S. attorney’s office did not find sufficient evidence to do so.</p>

<p>The internal inquiry, which was conducted by the agency’s Office of Professional Responsibility, covered 38 investigations, although investigators failed to identify 12 officers involved in the cases. One investigation, into an unidentified official who was “accused of unsatisfactory performance and conduct unbecoming,” remains open, according to the statement.</p>

<p>The security failures stemming from the Jan. 6 breach has cast scrutiny on the secretive agency, which is responsible for protecting the Capitol complex. Officer Brian Sicknick died in the hospital after fending off the mob, and at least 73 officers were hurt that day after being assaulted with flagpoles, fire extinguishers and hockey sticks, injuries that ranged from bruises to concussions and burns.</p>

<p>Even as the majority of the police force grapple with the trauma of the attack, videos widely circulating on social media appeared to show some officers treating the rioters sympathetically or doing little to stop them from entering the complex.</p>

<p>After the riot, the Capitol Police announced it would open an investigation, with at least six officers suspended with pay at the time. The agency made public the results of its internal investigation Saturday only after sharing details with the Justice Department, which in turn notified the lawyers representing clients charged in connection to the riot.</p>

<p>In its statement, the Capitol Police said it was “committed to accountability when officers fail to meet the standards governed by USCP policies and the congressional community’s expectations” and the six violations “should not diminish the heroic efforts” of most officers who defended the building.</p>

<p>Last month, agency leaders said they had cleared Lt. Michael Byrd, who fatally shot a rioter during the attack, of any wrongdoing after investigators found he had acted lawfully and potentially saved lawmakers, aides and others in the House chamber from harm or death.</p>

<p>J. Thomas Manger, a veteran police chief from the Washington region, took over the department in July after the Capitol Police chief at the time, Steven Sund, resigned along with the Senate and House sergeants-at-arms. The police union also issued a vote of no confidence in agency leadership.</p>


Capitol Police investigators have recommended disciplinary action against six police officers for their actions during the Jan. 6 riot at the Capitol, when supporters of Donald Trump stormed the building in an effort to stop the certification of President Joe Biden’s victory.

Capitol Police investigators have recommended disciplinary action against six police officers for their actions during the Jan. 6 riot at the Capitol, when supporters of Donald Trump stormed the building in an effort to stop the certification of President Joe Biden’s victory. Three officers were singled out for unbecoming conduct, one officer for failure to comply with directives, one officer for improper remarks and one officer for improper dissemination of information, the Capitol Police said in a statement Saturday. None of the officers, or details about the recommended penalties, were identified. No criminal charges will be filed, after the U.S. attorney’s office did not find sufficient evidence to do so. The internal inquiry, which was conducted by the agency’s Office of Professional Responsibility, covered 38 investigations, although investigators failed to identify 12 officers involved in the cases. One investigation, into an unidentified official who was “accused of unsatisfactory performance and conduct unbecoming,” remains open, according to the statement. The security failures stemming from the Jan. 6 breach has cast scrutiny on the secretive agency, which is responsible for protecting the Capitol complex. Officer Brian Sicknick died in the hospital after fending off the mob, and at least 73 officers were hurt that day after being assaulted with flagpoles, fire extinguishers and hockey sticks, injuries that ranged from bruises to concussions and burns. Even as the majority of the police force grapple with the trauma of the attack, videos widely circulating on social media appeared to show some officers treating the rioters sympathetically or doing little to stop them from entering the complex. After the riot, the Capitol Police announced it would open an investigation, with at least six officers suspended with pay at the time. The agency made public the results of its internal investigation Saturday only after sharing details with the Justice Department, which in turn notified the lawyers representing clients charged in connection to the riot. In its statement, the Capitol Police said it was “committed to accountability when officers fail to meet the standards governed by USCP policies and the congressional community’s expectations” and the six violations “should not diminish the heroic efforts” of most officers who defended the building. Last month, agency leaders said they had cleared Lt. Michael Byrd, who fatally shot a rioter during the attack, of any wrongdoing after investigators found he had acted lawfully and potentially saved lawmakers, aides and others in the House chamber from harm or death. J. Thomas Manger, a veteran police chief from the Washington region, took over the department in July after the Capitol Police chief at the time, Steven Sund, resigned along with the Senate and House sergeants-at-arms. The police union also issued a vote of no confidence in agency leadership.

Capitol police inquiry into Jan 6 riot recommends disciplining six officers

<p>To mark the moment at 0846 local time (1246 GMT) when the first of two planes hit the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001, the Bell of Hope rang out at St Paul's Chapel in New York on Saturday morning. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Rev Phillip Jackson, the priest-in-charge and vicar from nearby Trinity Church Wall Street, led the prayer service and remembrance on the 20th anniversary of the deadly attacks. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;The 9/11 terror attacks: 3 hours that changed the world</strong></p>

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<p>On every anniversary since 2002, the Bell of Hope has been rung when it was presented to New York City by London to honour the nearly 3,000 people, who died in the attacks. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, US Presidents Joe Biden, Barack Obama and Bill Clinton along with their wives stood somberly side by side at the National September 11 Memorial to mark the anniversary of the nation's worst terror attack. They all shared a moment of silence on the occasion. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/after-911-us-failed-to-achieve-goals-in-afghanistan-taliban-general-412424" hreflang="en">After 9/11, US failed 'to achieve goals' in Afghanistan: Taliban General</a></strong></p>

<p>These leaders gathered at the site where the World Trade Centre towers fell two decades ago. They also wore blue ribbons and held hands over hearts. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

<p>Watched by hundreds of Americans gathered at the remembrance, a procession also marched with a flag at the memorial. Some people also carried photos of loved ones lost in the attacks. &nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


To mark the moment at 0846 local time (1246 GMT) when the first of two planes hit the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001, the Bell of Hope rang out at St Paul's Chapel in New York on Saturday morning.

To mark the moment at 0846 local time (1246 GMT) when the first of two planes hit the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001, the Bell of Hope rang out at St Paul's Chapel in New York on Saturday morning. Rev Phillip Jackson, the priest-in-charge and vicar from nearby Trinity Church Wall Street, led the prayer service and remembrance on the 20th anniversary of the deadly attacks. Watch | The 9/11 terror attacks: 3 hours that changed the world × On every anniversary since 2002, the Bell of Hope has been rung when it was presented to New York City by London to honour the nearly 3,000 people, who died in the attacks. Meanwhile, US Presidents Joe Biden, Barack Obama and Bill Clinton along with their wives stood somberly side by side at the National September 11 Memorial to mark the anniversary of the nation's worst terror attack. They all shared a moment of silence on the occasion. Also Read | After 9/11, US failed 'to achieve goals' in Afghanistan: Taliban General These leaders gathered at the site where the World Trade Centre towers fell two decades ago. They also wore blue ribbons and held hands over hearts. Watched by hundreds of Americans gathered at the remembrance, a procession also marched with a flag at the memorial. Some people also carried photos of loved ones lost in the attacks. (With inputs from agencies)

On 9/11 anniversary, Bell of Hope rings at St Paul's Chapel in New York  

<p>After the September 11 attacks, the United States involvement in Afghanistan did not bring peace and stability to the region and the Americans did not "achieve their goals", said the Taliban on Saturday. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>While speaking during a walk around the grounds of the now-deserted US Embassy in Kabul on the 20th anniversary of the attacks in the US, a Taliban general said the Americans' goal was to "topple" China, Russia, Iran and all the countries of Central Asia, instead of the former Taliban government in 2001, but they were unsuccessful. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;20 years since the 9/11 horror, the deadliest attack on US Soil</strong></p>

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<p>"We will not allow anyone to use Afghan soil against our neighbours, Pakistan or Iran," the general said, saying they had no fear of further conflict with any group. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the Taliban raised its flag on the Afghan presidential palace in Kabul on Saturday.&nbsp;The development comes as the groups strengthens its grip on the country after it took over its control last month. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

<p>Afghanistan’s capital city, Kabul, has been also put on high alert as the threat of a possible terror attack looms over the city. The city has been facing the danger of a possible attack from ISIS-K militants.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/with-display-of-unity-biden-obama-clinton-mark-911-anniversary-in-nyc-412414" hreflang="en">With display of unity, Biden, Obama, Clinton mark 9/11 anniversary in NYC</a></strong>&nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

<p>This threat has come a little after sources had warned authorities against a possible truck suicide attack in a protest that took place on Thursday. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

<p>An attack can take place in some crowded place by ISIS-K on the anniversary of the 9/11 attack.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


After the September 11 attacks, the United States involvement in Afghanistan did not bring peace and stability to the region and the Americans did not "achieve their goals", said the Taliban on Saturday.

After the September 11 attacks, the United States involvement in Afghanistan did not bring peace and stability to the region and the Americans did not "achieve their goals", said the Taliban on Saturday. While speaking during a walk around the grounds of the now-deserted US Embassy in Kabul on the 20th anniversary of the attacks in the US, a Taliban general said the Americans' goal was to "topple" China, Russia, Iran and all the countries of Central Asia, instead of the former Taliban government in 2001, but they were unsuccessful. Watch: 20 years since the 9/11 horror, the deadliest attack on US Soil × "We will not allow anyone to use Afghan soil against our neighbours, Pakistan or Iran," the general said, saying they had no fear of further conflict with any group. Meanwhile, the Taliban raised its flag on the Afghan presidential palace in Kabul on Saturday. The development comes as the groups strengthens its grip on the country after it took over its control last month. Afghanistan’s capital city, Kabul, has been also put on high alert as the threat of a possible terror attack looms over the city. The city has been facing the danger of a possible attack from ISIS-K militants. Also Read: With display of unity, Biden, Obama, Clinton mark 9/11 anniversary in NYC This threat has come a little after sources had warned authorities against a possible truck suicide attack in a protest that took place on Thursday. An attack can take place in some crowded place by ISIS-K on the anniversary of the 9/11 attack. (With inputs from agencies)

After 9/11, US failed 'to achieve goals' in Afghanistan: Taliban General

<p>To provide a "cutting-edge technology to enhance India's counter-terror capabilities", Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is going to launch the National Intelligence Grid (NATGRID) soon, official sources said. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The final "synchronisation and testing" of the ambitious electronic database seems to be going on so that it can go live without any hiccups. It was mooted after the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks in 2008.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Indian PM Narendra Modi, UK PM Boris Johnson recalls deadly 9/11 terror attacks</strong></p>

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<p>Recently, Union Home Minister Amit Shah indicated that NATGRID may finally see the light of day. It has been conceptualised as a seamless and secure database for information on terrorists, economic crimes and similar incidents. &nbsp;</p>

<p>During the 51st Foundation Day of the Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPRD) on September 4, Shah said, "Had corona (COVID-19) not been there, the Prime Minister would have dedicated NATGRID to the country. I am hopeful that the Prime Minister will dedicate NATGRID to the country in some time."</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-undertaking-maintenance-of-mauritius-coast-guards-patrol-vessel-412614" hreflang="en">India undertaking maintenance of Mauritius Coast Guard’s patrol vessel</a></strong> &nbsp;</p>

<p>Envisaged as a robust mechanism to track suspects, the NATGRID can help in preventing terrorist attacks with real-time data and access to classified information like immigration, banking, individual taxpayers, air and train travels. &nbsp;</p>

<p>In 2008, the 26/11 terrorist siege in Mumbai exposed the deficiency that security agencies had no mechanism to look for vital information on a real-time basis. &nbsp;</p>

<p>In 2010, the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) had given approval to the Rs 3,400-crore NATGRID project. &nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


To provide a "cutting-edge technology to enhance India's counter-terror capabilities", Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is going to launch the National Intelligence Grid (NATGRID) soon, official sources said.

To provide a "cutting-edge technology to enhance India's counter-terror capabilities", Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is going to launch the National Intelligence Grid (NATGRID) soon, official sources said. The final "synchronisation and testing" of the ambitious electronic database seems to be going on so that it can go live without any hiccups. It was mooted after the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks in 2008. Watch: Indian PM Narendra Modi, UK PM Boris Johnson recalls deadly 9/11 terror attacks × Recently, Union Home Minister Amit Shah indicated that NATGRID may finally see the light of day. It has been conceptualised as a seamless and secure database for information on terrorists, economic crimes and similar incidents. During the 51st Foundation Day of the Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPRD) on September 4, Shah said, "Had corona (COVID-19) not been there, the Prime Minister would have dedicated NATGRID to the country. I am hopeful that the Prime Minister will dedicate NATGRID to the country in some time." Also Read: India undertaking maintenance of Mauritius Coast Guard’s patrol vessel Envisaged as a robust mechanism to track suspects, the NATGRID can help in preventing terrorist attacks with real-time data and access to classified information like immigration, banking, individual taxpayers, air and train travels. In 2008, the 26/11 terrorist siege in Mumbai exposed the deficiency that security agencies had no mechanism to look for vital information on a real-time basis. In 2010, the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) had given approval to the Rs 3,400-crore NATGRID project. (With inputs from agencies)

Indian PM Modi to launch National Intelligence Grid soon to fight terror

<p>During a college football match in Florida, a cat was saved by spectators with the help of a United States flag after it was falling from the upper deck on the 20th anniversary of the dreadful 9/11 attacks. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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Cat falls from upper deck of Hard Rock Stadium in Hollywood Florida where I used to live, then caught in an American flag by fans below at tonight’s Miami Hurricanes-Appalachian State game. Really hope this little angel is OK. Anybody have an update? <a href="https://t.co/LCXdyUxvUh">pic.twitter.com/LCXdyUxvUh</a></p>
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<p>The incident happened during the match between Miami Hurricanes and Appalachian State.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The spectators attending the match were in for a surprise when the black and white cat was seen dangling from a wire on the upper deck of the Miami Gardens stadium before losing its grip. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>In that breath-taking moment, the spectators on the lower deck used a US flag to catch the cat as it fell. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The crowd managed to save the animal and there were cheers all around.</p>

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<p>In a tweet on the microblogging platform, Hard Rock Stadium said, "We are happy that due to the heads up nature of fans in sections 107, 110 &amp; 208, the cat landed safely after a harrowing fall. We wish the cat the best in his remaining eight lives." &nbsp;</p>

<p>They also wrote, “We have made a donation to Humane Society Miami and encourage fans to do so.”&nbsp;</p>


During a college football match in Florida, a cat was saved by spectators with the help of a United States flag after it was falling from the upper deck on the 20th anniversary of the dreadful 9/11 attacks.

During a college football match in Florida, a cat was saved by spectators with the help of a United States flag after it was falling from the upper deck on the 20th anniversary of the dreadful 9/11 attacks. ￼ Cat falls from upper deck of Hard Rock Stadium in Hollywood Florida where I used to live, then caught in an American flag by fans below at tonight’s Miami Hurricanes-Appalachian State game. Really hope this little angel is OK. Anybody have an update? pic.twitter.com/LCXdyUxvUh — Erin Elizabeth Health Nut News (@unhealthytruth) September 12, 2021 × The incident happened during the match between Miami Hurricanes and Appalachian State. We are happy that due to the heads up nature of fans in sections 107, 110 & 208 the cat landed safely after a harrowing fall. We wish the cat the best in his remaining eight lives. We have made a donation to @humanemiami and encourage fans to do so. https://t.co/NAVvDYiO41 — Hard Rock Stadium (@HardRockStadium) September 12, 2021 × The spectators attending the match were in for a surprise when the black and white cat was seen dangling from a wire on the upper deck of the Miami Gardens stadium before losing its grip. Watch: Electric luxury concept cars steal the show in Munich × In that breath-taking moment, the spectators on the lower deck used a US flag to catch the cat as it fell. The crowd managed to save the animal and there were cheers all around. Also Read: 'Great fielding': An adorable dog invades cricket pitch, picks up the ball and starts running - Watch In a tweet on the microblogging platform, Hard Rock Stadium said, "We are happy that due to the heads up nature of fans in sections 107, 110 & 208, the cat landed safely after a harrowing fall. We wish the cat the best in his remaining eight lives." They also wrote, “We have made a donation to Humane Society Miami and encourage fans to do so.”

Watch: Spectators save cat falling from upper deck at US stadium

<p>In another measure curbing women’s freedom in Afghanistan, the new Taliban government’s higher education minister Abdul Baqi Haqqani said on Sunday that women in Afghanistan can continue to study in universities, but classrooms will be gender-segregated and Islamic dress is compulsory. The women will be allowed to study at post-graduate levels too. &nbsp;</p>

<p>At a news conference, the minister laid out new policies days after Afghanistan's new rulers formed the government.&nbsp;</p>

<p>At this time, the whole world has been watching the new government’s actions closely to see is the group true to its words and the type of rule it imposes on the country this time. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Afghanistan: Burqa clad women march with Taliban flag</strong></p>

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<p>In the era of their last rule, girls and women were denied an education, and were totally excluded from public life. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The Taliban have claimed to have changed, including in their attitudes towards women. But in recent days, they have used violence against women protesters demanding equal rights. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The minister said, “The Taliban did not want to turn the clock back 20 years. We will start building on what exists today." &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/in-a-first-afghan-police-return-to-man-posts-with-taliban-at-kabul-airport-412573" hreflang="en">In a first, Afghan police return to man posts with Taliban at Kabul airport</a></strong>&nbsp;</p>

<p>Under the Taliban, the female university students will face restrictions, which include a compulsory dress code. The minister added, hijabs will be mandatory. &nbsp;</p>

<p>“Gender segregation will also be enforced. We will not allow boys and girls to study together. We will not allow co-education,” said Haqqani. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Without elaborating, he said the subjects being taught in universities would also be reviewed. &nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


In another measure curbing women’s freedom in Afghanistan, the new Taliban government’s higher education minister Abdul Baqi Haqqani said on Sunday that women in Afghanistan can continue to study in universities, but classrooms will be gender-segregated and Islamic dress is compulsory.

In another measure curbing women’s freedom in Afghanistan, the new Taliban government’s higher education minister Abdul Baqi Haqqani said on Sunday that women in Afghanistan can continue to study in universities, but classrooms will be gender-segregated and Islamic dress is compulsory. The women will be allowed to study at post-graduate levels too. At a news conference, the minister laid out new policies days after Afghanistan's new rulers formed the government. At this time, the whole world has been watching the new government’s actions closely to see is the group true to its words and the type of rule it imposes on the country this time. Watch | Afghanistan: Burqa clad women march with Taliban flag × In the era of their last rule, girls and women were denied an education, and were totally excluded from public life. The Taliban have claimed to have changed, including in their attitudes towards women. But in recent days, they have used violence against women protesters demanding equal rights. The minister said, “The Taliban did not want to turn the clock back 20 years. We will start building on what exists today." Also Read: In a first, Afghan police return to man posts with Taliban at Kabul airport Under the Taliban, the female university students will face restrictions, which include a compulsory dress code. The minister added, hijabs will be mandatory. “Gender segregation will also be enforced. We will not allow boys and girls to study together. We will not allow co-education,” said Haqqani. Without elaborating, he said the subjects being taught in universities would also be reviewed. (With inputs from agencies)

Afghan women can study but in gender-segregated classrooms: Taliban Minister

<p>The race to reach the space seems to be high on agenda for billionaires now as after Virgin Galactic founder Richard Branson and Blue Origin owner Jeff Bezos, another entrepreneur is all set to ride into space this week. &nbsp;</p>

<p>E-commerce firm Shift4 Payments founder and chief executive Jared Isaacman will lead three fellow spaceflight novices on a three-day trip to space. They will reach Earth's orbit onboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule.&nbsp;The three travel mates have been selected specially.</p>

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<p>If the mission is successful, it will begin a new era of commercial space tourism. Several companies are already eying for customers, who are willing to pay a small fortune to experience the supersonic flight, weightlessness and the visual spectacle of space. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The SpaceX rocket ship will be blasted off from Cape Canaveral, Florida and splashdown in the Atlantic at the end. The flight will carry its four passengers where no all-civilian crew has gone ever before, into Earth’s orbit. This astro-tourist team, will make history in achieving this feat. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/nasas-mars-rover-collects-first-planetary-samples-for-return-to-earth-412509" hreflang="en">NASA's Mars Rover collects first planetary samples for return to Earth</a></strong></p>

<p>The 38-year-old tech mogul seems to have spent a presumably exorbitant amount of money to be a part of the trip. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>With a 24-hour targeted launch window, the vehicle will blastoff from NASA's Kennedy Space Center atop one of Musk's reusable Falcon 9 rockets.&nbsp;The orbital outing, which is being dubbed as Inspiration4, was conceived by Isaacman. &nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


The race to reach the space seems to be high on agenda for billionaires now as after Virgin Galactic founder Richard Branson and Blue Origin owner Jeff Bezos, another entrepreneur is all set to ride into space this week.

The race to reach the space seems to be high on agenda for billionaires now as after Virgin Galactic founder Richard Branson and Blue Origin owner Jeff Bezos, another entrepreneur is all set to ride into space this week. E-commerce firm Shift4 Payments founder and chief executive Jared Isaacman will lead three fellow spaceflight novices on a three-day trip to space. They will reach Earth's orbit onboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule. The three travel mates have been selected specially. Watch: Electric luxury concept cars steal the show in Munich × If the mission is successful, it will begin a new era of commercial space tourism. Several companies are already eying for customers, who are willing to pay a small fortune to experience the supersonic flight, weightlessness and the visual spectacle of space. The SpaceX rocket ship will be blasted off from Cape Canaveral, Florida and splashdown in the Atlantic at the end. The flight will carry its four passengers where no all-civilian crew has gone ever before, into Earth’s orbit. This astro-tourist team, will make history in achieving this feat. Also Read: NASA's Mars Rover collects first planetary samples for return to Earth The 38-year-old tech mogul seems to have spent a presumably exorbitant amount of money to be a part of the trip. With a 24-hour targeted launch window, the vehicle will blastoff from NASA's Kennedy Space Center atop one of Musk's reusable Falcon 9 rockets. The orbital outing, which is being dubbed as Inspiration4, was conceived by Isaacman. (With inputs from agencies)

Pace to reach space shoots up as SpaceX set to launch billionaire into orbit

<p>For the first time since the Taliban seized power, Afghan police have returned to man checkpoints alongside the hardline group’s security personnel at Kabul airport, officials said on Sunday. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Last month, police had abandoned their posts when the Taliban swept into Kabul, ousting the government. They had feared the group will take harsh action against them. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Explaining about the reason of their return to the posts, the officers said they returned to work on Saturday on receiving calls from Taliban commanders. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Afghanistan: Taliban flag raised in Kabul on 9/11 anniversary</strong></p>

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<p>On Sunday, Afghan Border National Police personnel can be seen deployed at several checkpoints outside the main buildings of the airport, including the domestic terminal. &nbsp;</p>

<p>On condition of anonymity, a member of the police force told AFP, "I came back to work yesterday more than two weeks after being sent home.” &nbsp;</p>

<p>Another officer said, "I received a call from a senior Taliban commander who asked me to come back. Yesterday was great, so happy to serve again." &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-to-not-have-any-relationship-with-taliban-government-foreign-minister-le-drian-412550" hreflang="en">France to not have any relationship with Taliban government: Foreign Minister Le Drian</a></strong></p>

<p>The Taliban seems to have granted a general amnesty to everyone, who worked for the former government -- including the army, police and other security branches. &nbsp;</p>

<p>An airport employee, who handles security for a private company, confirmed the border police had been deployed around the airport since Saturday. "They are sharing the security with the Taliban," he told AFP. &nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


For the first time since the Taliban seized power, Afghan police have returned to man checkpoints alongside the hardline group’s security personnel at Kabul airport, officials said on Sunday.

For the first time since the Taliban seized power, Afghan police have returned to man checkpoints alongside the hardline group’s security personnel at Kabul airport, officials said on Sunday. Last month, police had abandoned their posts when the Taliban swept into Kabul, ousting the government. They had feared the group will take harsh action against them. Explaining about the reason of their return to the posts, the officers said they returned to work on Saturday on receiving calls from Taliban commanders. Watch | Afghanistan: Taliban flag raised in Kabul on 9/11 anniversary × On Sunday, Afghan Border National Police personnel can be seen deployed at several checkpoints outside the main buildings of the airport, including the domestic terminal. On condition of anonymity, a member of the police force told AFP, "I came back to work yesterday more than two weeks after being sent home.” Another officer said, "I received a call from a senior Taliban commander who asked me to come back. Yesterday was great, so happy to serve again." Also Read | France to not have any relationship with Taliban government: Foreign Minister Le Drian The Taliban seems to have granted a general amnesty to everyone, who worked for the former government -- including the army, police and other security branches. An airport employee, who handles security for a private company, confirmed the border police had been deployed around the airport since Saturday. "They are sharing the security with the Taliban," he told AFP. (With inputs from agencies)

In a first, Afghan police return to man posts with Taliban at Kabul airport

<p>Before heading to Qatar for talks on Sunday for discussing future evacuations from Afghanistan, Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian said on Saturday that France will not have any relationship with newly-formed Taliban government as they are lying. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>On France 5 TV, Le Drian said, "They said they would let some foreigners and Afghans leave freely and (talked) of an inclusive and representative government, but they are lying." &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The minister added, "France refuses to recognise or have any type of relationship with this government. We want actions from the Taliban and they will need some economic breathing space and international relations. It's up to them." &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch | Afghanistan: Burqa clad women march with Taliban flag</strong></p>

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<p>Till now, France has evacuated about 3,000 people and had held talks with the Taliban to enable those departures. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier, United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres pleaded for countries to continue dialogue with the Taliban. He said this during an interview with AFP on Thursday. He expressed fears that hardline Islamists' return to power in Afghanistan may embolden jihaidists in Sahel region of Africa. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/intelligence-chiefs-from-russia-china-central-asia-meet-in-pakistan-to-discuss-afghanistan-412542" hreflang="en">Intelligence chiefs from Russia, China &amp; central Asia meet in Pakistan to discuss Afghanistan</a></strong></p>

<p>"We must maintain a dialogue with the Taliban, where we affirm our principles directly -- a dialogue with a feeling of solidarity with the Afghan people," he said. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Our duty is to extend our solidarity to a people who suffer greatly, where millions and millions risk dying of hunger," added the secretary-general. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>He said that the world must avoid an "economic collapse" in Afghanistan. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


Before heading to Qatar for talks on Sunday for discussing future evacuations from Afghanistan, Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian said on Saturday that France will not have any relationship with newly-formed Taliban government as they are lying.

Before heading to Qatar for talks on Sunday for discussing future evacuations from Afghanistan, Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian said on Saturday that France will not have any relationship with newly-formed Taliban government as they are lying. On France 5 TV, Le Drian said, "They said they would let some foreigners and Afghans leave freely and (talked) of an inclusive and representative government, but they are lying." The minister added, "France refuses to recognise or have any type of relationship with this government. We want actions from the Taliban and they will need some economic breathing space and international relations. It's up to them." Watch | Afghanistan: Burqa clad women march with Taliban flag × Till now, France has evacuated about 3,000 people and had held talks with the Taliban to enable those departures. Earlier, United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres pleaded for countries to continue dialogue with the Taliban. He said this during an interview with AFP on Thursday. He expressed fears that hardline Islamists' return to power in Afghanistan may embolden jihaidists in Sahel region of Africa. Also Read: Intelligence chiefs from Russia, China & central Asia meet in Pakistan to discuss Afghanistan "We must maintain a dialogue with the Taliban, where we affirm our principles directly -- a dialogue with a feeling of solidarity with the Afghan people," he said. "Our duty is to extend our solidarity to a people who suffer greatly, where millions and millions risk dying of hunger," added the secretary-general. He said that the world must avoid an "economic collapse" in Afghanistan. (With inputs from agencies)

France to not have any relationship with Taliban government: Foreign Minister Le Drian

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