<p>Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer, has filed an appeal on Monday to overturn conviction for George Floyd’s murder in 2020. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The ex-cop has filed the 82-page plea with the state Court of Appeals. It lists over a dozen aspects of the case, media reports said. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The attorney of Chauvin, William F Mohrman, has criticised the proceedings and called them "structurally defective". The filing said it had witnessed extensive pretrial publicity and protests outside the courthouse. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>The city had also announced at the time of selection of jury that it would pay a $27 million settlement to the family of Floyd. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Chauvin is now asking the court to review many aspects of the proceedings like whether the jury should have been fully sequestered, venue changed, trial delayed due to media coverage and pretrial protests. &nbsp;</p>

<p>In the appeal, the prosecutors have also been accused of misconduct. It has been alleged the attorneys of the state did not properly disclose discovery information and prepare prosecution witnesses adequately. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>The conviction of Chauvin should be overturned, argued the appeal’s filing. Otherwise, the court should order a fresh trial in a different venue, it said. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The earlier court proceedings were "so pervaded by error, misconduct and prejudice that they were structurally defective," the filing said. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chauvin was not given the constitutional right to due process and a fair trial, it added. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer, has filed an appeal on Monday to overturn conviction for George Floyd’s murder in 2020. The ex-cop has filed the 82-page plea with the state Court of Appeals.

Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer, has filed an appeal on Monday to overturn conviction for George Floyd’s murder in 2020. The ex-cop has filed the 82-page plea with the state Court of Appeals. It lists over a dozen aspects of the case, media reports said. The attorney of Chauvin, William F Mohrman, has criticised the proceedings and called them "structurally defective". The filing said it had witnessed extensive pretrial publicity and protests outside the courthouse. Also Read | Rare admission: Colombian military's 10 retired soldiers confess to killing 120 civilians The city had also announced at the time of selection of jury that it would pay a $27 million settlement to the family of Floyd. Chauvin is now asking the court to review many aspects of the proceedings like whether the jury should have been fully sequestered, venue changed, trial delayed due to media coverage and pretrial protests. In the appeal, the prosecutors have also been accused of misconduct. It has been alleged the attorneys of the state did not properly disclose discovery information and prepare prosecution witnesses adequately. Watch: Soon-to-be migrants Nicaraguans learn swimming as they plan to migrate to the US × The conviction of Chauvin should be overturned, argued the appeal’s filing. Otherwise, the court should order a fresh trial in a different venue, it said. The earlier court proceedings were "so pervaded by error, misconduct and prejudice that they were structurally defective," the filing said. Chauvin was not given the constitutional right to due process and a fair trial, it added. WATCH WION LIVE HERE (With inputs from agencies)

Former Minneapolis cop Derek Chauvin files appeal to overturn conviction for George Floyd’s murder

<p>In a rare public admission, retired soldiers of Colombia's military have confessed to murdering civilians and presenting them as rebels killed in fighting. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The 10 retired members made the admission on Tuesday in front of family members of the victims for their role in the elimination of 120 civilians. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the case, a general, four colonels and five officers along with a civilian will make confessions soon, an AFP report said. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>The case is being heard by a special tribunal, which came up after the peace deal in 2016. It had also marked the ending of a half century of conflict between the government forces and Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) rebels. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The 'false positives' scandal, which saw many civilians getting murdered in cold blood and passed off as enemy warriors, has caused ripples in Colombia. &nbsp;</p>

<p>"I ask you to clear our family names ... they were rural workers, not subversives, guerrillas and thugs as they were branded," said Eduvina Becerra, partner of Jose Ortega, a murdered farmer. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The hearing of Special Jurisdiction for Peace (JEP) is taking place in Ocana.</p>

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<p>Around 50 family members of the victims reached the university theater to witness the proceedings. The soldiers gave details about the killings as victims’ sobbing family members listened. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

<p>"I acknowledge and accept my responsibility as co-perpetrator" of the murders, which were carried out from 2007 to 2008, said Nestor Gutierrez, a former non-commissioned officer in the army. &nbsp;</p>

<p>"We murdered innocent people, peasants," added Gutierrez. He also promised to "clarify it here before the judgment, before the world, before the country." &nbsp;</p>

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In a rare public admission, retired soldiers of Colombia's military have confessed to murdering civilians and presenting them as rebels killed in fighting. The 10 retired members made the admission on Tuesday in front of family members of the victims for their role in the elimination of 120 civilians.

In a rare public admission, retired soldiers of Colombia's military have confessed to murdering civilians and presenting them as rebels killed in fighting. The 10 retired members made the admission on Tuesday in front of family members of the victims for their role in the elimination of 120 civilians. In the case, a general, four colonels and five officers along with a civilian will make confessions soon, an AFP report said. Also Read | Rio Carnival parade: Grande Rio Samba School crowned champion The case is being heard by a special tribunal, which came up after the peace deal in 2016. It had also marked the ending of a half century of conflict between the government forces and Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) rebels. The 'false positives' scandal, which saw many civilians getting murdered in cold blood and passed off as enemy warriors, has caused ripples in Colombia. "I ask you to clear our family names ... they were rural workers, not subversives, guerrillas and thugs as they were branded," said Eduvina Becerra, partner of Jose Ortega, a murdered farmer. The hearing of Special Jurisdiction for Peace (JEP) is taking place in Ocana. Watch: Critically endangered Cotton-top Tamarin species monkey born in Colombia zoo × Around 50 family members of the victims reached the university theater to witness the proceedings. The soldiers gave details about the killings as victims’ sobbing family members listened. "I acknowledge and accept my responsibility as co-perpetrator" of the murders, which were carried out from 2007 to 2008, said Nestor Gutierrez, a former non-commissioned officer in the army. "We murdered innocent people, peasants," added Gutierrez. He also promised to "clarify it here before the judgment, before the world, before the country." WATCH WION LIVE HERE (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Climate change is here. It seems to be the right time to prepare for tackling the various effects of it. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Well, the government of New Zealand has already started working in this regard. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>A draft of the National Adaptation Plan has been made by the government to prepare the nation for the catastrophic effects of climate change, media reports said. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>These proposals, which have been released for public consultation on Wednesday, will help tackle floods, massive storms, sea level rise and wildfires. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>After the consultation, the proposals will be finalised by the government. It looks to carry out these plans in the next six years. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>These plans may trigger sweeping reforms in institutions, councils and laws to ensure people do not build different kinds of structures in hazardous areas, improve response time in case of disasters, protect the financial system from effects of calamities, preserve cultural treasures, and also bring reforms to key industries like fisheries, tourism, farming, etc. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;UN: Humanity fueling climate disasters</strong></p>

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<p>“The climate is already changing and there will be some effects we cannot avoid. Just in the last few months, we have seen massive floods, such as those in Tairawhiti; storms, such as those experienced recently in Westport; fires in the Waituna wetlands in Southland; and droughts right across the country. These events demonstrate the case for urgent action on climate change – action to protect lives, incomes, homes, businesses and infrastructure,” New Zealand's Climate Change Minister James Shaw told the Guardian. &nbsp;</p>

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Climate change is here. It seems to be the right time to prepare for tackling the various effects of it. Well, the government of New Zealand has already started working in this regard.

Climate change is here. It seems to be the right time to prepare for tackling the various effects of it. Well, the government of New Zealand has already started working in this regard. A draft of the National Adaptation Plan has been made by the government to prepare the nation for the catastrophic effects of climate change, media reports said. Also Read: Study says climate change can reduce global annual economic output 4% by 2050 These proposals, which have been released for public consultation on Wednesday, will help tackle floods, massive storms, sea level rise and wildfires. After the consultation, the proposals will be finalised by the government. It looks to carry out these plans in the next six years. These plans may trigger sweeping reforms in institutions, councils and laws to ensure people do not build different kinds of structures in hazardous areas, improve response time in case of disasters, protect the financial system from effects of calamities, preserve cultural treasures, and also bring reforms to key industries like fisheries, tourism, farming, etc. Watch | UN: Humanity fueling climate disasters × “The climate is already changing and there will be some effects we cannot avoid. Just in the last few months, we have seen massive floods, such as those in Tairawhiti; storms, such as those experienced recently in Westport; fires in the Waituna wetlands in Southland; and droughts right across the country. These events demonstrate the case for urgent action on climate change – action to protect lives, incomes, homes, businesses and infrastructure,” New Zealand's Climate Change Minister James Shaw told the Guardian. WATCH WION LIVE HERE (With inputs from agencies)

New Zealand govt comes up with plans to fight off climate change’s catastrophic effects

<p>In a major landmark decision, Delta Air Lines in the US has decided to pay flight attendants for ‘boarding time’. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>It is the time when passengers enter the aircraft before take-off. The airline, which has become the first major US airline to do so, will pay half of the hourly rates of the flight attendants when customers board. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier, flight attendants were only paid once the aircraft doors were closed. The payout will be made from June 2, CNBC said citing a company memo. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>The time of boarding for "narrow-body flights" will also rise from 35 to 40 minutes, as "one of several steps we’re taking to add resiliency to our operation,” the Atlanta-based airline company said. &nbsp;</p>

<p>This comes as a recent effort for unionisation of flight attendants has gained popularity. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Till now, around 20,000 flight attendants of the Delta are not unionised, unlike other big air carriers in the US, the outlet said. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>In 2019, a campaign of a union was started by the Association of Flight Attendants (AFA). It is seeking to organise and hold a mass unionisation. This association is currently represented by the cabin crews of other major airlines like Spirit Airlines, Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and Frontier Airlines. &nbsp;</p>

<p>In a statement on Monday, the AFA, said, "As we get closer to filing for our union vote, management is getting nervous. Today, let’s celebrate that our organising is pushing management to do more than they would have without being challenged. And let’s double down on our campaign, so we can secure a contract that locks in all of these benefits." &nbsp;</p>

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In a major landmark decision, Delta Air Lines in the US has decided to pay flight attendants for ‘boarding time’. It is the time when passengers enter the aircraft before take-off.

In a major landmark decision, Delta Air Lines in the US has decided to pay flight attendants for ‘boarding time’. It is the time when passengers enter the aircraft before take-off. The airline, which has become the first major US airline to do so, will pay half of the hourly rates of the flight attendants when customers board. Earlier, flight attendants were only paid once the aircraft doors were closed. The payout will be made from June 2, CNBC said citing a company memo. Also Read | More than half US adults, three out of four children have had Covid: Report The time of boarding for "narrow-body flights" will also rise from 35 to 40 minutes, as "one of several steps we’re taking to add resiliency to our operation,” the Atlanta-based airline company said. This comes as a recent effort for unionisation of flight attendants has gained popularity. Till now, around 20,000 flight attendants of the Delta are not unionised, unlike other big air carriers in the US, the outlet said. Watch: US' missile destroyer sailed through Taiwan strait, US clarifies on warship sailing × In 2019, a campaign of a union was started by the Association of Flight Attendants (AFA). It is seeking to organise and hold a mass unionisation. This association is currently represented by the cabin crews of other major airlines like Spirit Airlines, Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and Frontier Airlines. In a statement on Monday, the AFA, said, "As we get closer to filing for our union vote, management is getting nervous. Today, let’s celebrate that our organising is pushing management to do more than they would have without being challenged. And let’s double down on our campaign, so we can secure a contract that locks in all of these benefits." WATCH WION LIVE HERE (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>A 30-foot-tall statue, which earlier symbolised the friendship between Ukraine and Russia, has been demolished. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The bronze statue used to show a Ukrainian and a Russian citizen holding a medal. It had depicted the Soviet Union's Order of Friendship of Peoples. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Before the complete destruction was carried out, the authorities in Kyiv removed the head of the figure of the Russian citizen in the statue on Tuesday, media reports said. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>This comes as Russia has stepped up the offensive in the Ukraine war, which has started on February 24. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The Soviet-era statue was installed in the capital city in 1982. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"We now see what this 'friendship' is — destruction of Ukrainian cities ... killing tens of thousands of peaceful people. I am convinced such a monument has an entirely different meaning now," Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko, a former champion boxer, said on Tuesday. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Around 100 people had witnessed the dismantling of the statue, while cheering and shouting "Glory to Ukraine" and other slogans, as per a Reuters report. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>The large titanium arch, which was placed over the statue, will remain. It will, however, be renamed and altered, as per Klitschko. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The arch, which was earlier called, "The Arch of Friendship of Nations", will now be renamed to "The Arch of Freedom of the Ukrainian People." It will also be highlighted with the colours of the Ukrainian flag. &nbsp;</p>

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A 30-foot-tall statue, which earlier symbolised the friendship between Ukraine and Russia, has been demolished. The bronze statue used to show a Ukrainian and a Russian citizen holding a medal.

A 30-foot-tall statue, which earlier symbolised the friendship between Ukraine and Russia, has been demolished. The bronze statue used to show a Ukrainian and a Russian citizen holding a medal. It had depicted the Soviet Union's Order of Friendship of Peoples. Before the complete destruction was carried out, the authorities in Kyiv removed the head of the figure of the Russian citizen in the statue on Tuesday, media reports said. Also Read: Chinese drone maker suspends business with Russia, Ukraine This comes as Russia has stepped up the offensive in the Ukraine war, which has started on February 24. The Soviet-era statue was installed in the capital city in 1982. Symbolism fitting the moment. The head of the Russian worker statue pops off and tumbles to the ground, as Kyiv authorities removed part of the Peoples’ Friendship Arch, a monument gifted to Ukraine by Russia in 1982 that was meant to represent unity between them. 🎥 v @tweetsNV pic.twitter.com/NJj51J88Xe — Christopher Miller (@ChristopherJM) April 26, 2022 × "We now see what this 'friendship' is — destruction of Ukrainian cities ... killing tens of thousands of peaceful people. I am convinced such a monument has an entirely different meaning now," Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko, a former champion boxer, said on Tuesday. Around 100 people had witnessed the dismantling of the statue, while cheering and shouting "Glory to Ukraine" and other slogans, as per a Reuters report. Watch: Russia-Ukraine crisis: Concerns of Russian invasion escalates in Moldova region × The large titanium arch, which was placed over the statue, will remain. It will, however, be renamed and altered, as per Klitschko. The arch, which was earlier called, "The Arch of Friendship of Nations", will now be renamed to "The Arch of Freedom of the Ukrainian People." It will also be highlighted with the colours of the Ukrainian flag. WATCH WION LIVE HERE (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Dangerous superbugs can get transmitted from pigs to humans, said scientists. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

<p>The revelation has been made by Semeh Bejaoui and Dorte Frees of Copenhagen University, and Soren Persson of Statens Serum Institute, Denmark, media reports said. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The research focuses on the superbug, Clostridioides difficile. It is one of the world’s major antibiotic resistance threats. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>“Our finding indicates that C difficile is a reservoir of antimicrobial resistance genes that can be exchanged between animals and humans. This alarming discovery suggests that resistance to antibiotics can spread more widely than previously thought, and confirms links in the resistance chain leading from farm animals to humans,” Bejaoui told the Guardian. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Bejaoui is going to present the study at the European Congress of Clinical Microbiology &amp; Infectious Diseases in Lisbon on Sunday. &nbsp;</p>

<p>C difficile can infect the human gut. It is also resistant to all but three antibiotics. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The prevalence of C difficile was investigated in farm animals by the team led by Bejaoui. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;UK based study triggers health concerns, experts research COVID's long-term impact</strong></p>

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<p>In the research, pigs were studied. To see if there is a match in humans, the results were also compared with clinical isolates in Danish hospital patients. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The presence of C difficile was searched in the samples. Genetic sequencing was also used to see if it harboured toxin and drug resistance genes. &nbsp;</p>

<p>“We found that the strains isolated in pigs were genetically identical to the ones found in humans over the same period. We still have to show that the strains were passed from pigs to humans but what our study does make clear is that farms that use antibiotics are creating conditions which allow resistant strains to flourish and these will ultimately infect humans,” Bejaoui added. &nbsp;</p>

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Dangerous superbugs can get transmitted from pigs to humans, said scientists. The revelation has been made by Semeh Bejaoui and Dorte Frees of Copenhagen University, and Soren Persson of Statens Serum Institute, Denmark, media reports said.

Dangerous superbugs can get transmitted from pigs to humans, said scientists. The revelation has been made by Semeh Bejaoui and Dorte Frees of Copenhagen University, and Soren Persson of Statens Serum Institute, Denmark, media reports said. The research focuses on the superbug, Clostridioides difficile. It is one of the world’s major antibiotic resistance threats. Also Read: Between 1940 and now, nutrients' levels in fruits, vegetables in UK reduced by 50%, says study “Our finding indicates that C difficile is a reservoir of antimicrobial resistance genes that can be exchanged between animals and humans. This alarming discovery suggests that resistance to antibiotics can spread more widely than previously thought, and confirms links in the resistance chain leading from farm animals to humans,” Bejaoui told the Guardian. Bejaoui is going to present the study at the European Congress of Clinical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases in Lisbon on Sunday. C difficile can infect the human gut. It is also resistant to all but three antibiotics. The prevalence of C difficile was investigated in farm animals by the team led by Bejaoui. Watch: UK based study triggers health concerns, experts research COVID's long-term impact × In the research, pigs were studied. To see if there is a match in humans, the results were also compared with clinical isolates in Danish hospital patients. The presence of C difficile was searched in the samples. Genetic sequencing was also used to see if it harboured toxin and drug resistance genes. “We found that the strains isolated in pigs were genetically identical to the ones found in humans over the same period. We still have to show that the strains were passed from pigs to humans but what our study does make clear is that farms that use antibiotics are creating conditions which allow resistant strains to flourish and these will ultimately infect humans,” Bejaoui added. (With inputs from agencies)

Dangerous superbugs may get transmitted from pigs to humans, say scientists   

<p>As projections showed French President Emmanuel Macron is winning comfortably by 57.0-58.5 per cent of the vote, the total turnout for the presidential run-off was 63.2 per cent at 5 pm (1500 GMT) on Sunday. &nbsp;</p>

<p>It was down by over two percentage points in comparison to the same time in the second round of the presidential elections in 2017, the interior ministry said. &nbsp;</p>

<p>President Emmanuel Macron and far-right challenger Marine Le Pen are fighting for the top post. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>The percentage of voting participation was also below by two percentage points from what it was at 5 pm in the first round of voting, which was held on April 10. &nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the official figures, the abstention rate may go up to 28 per cent as per an estimate of the polling organisations. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>If it gets confirmed, it may become the highest in any presidential poll second-round run-off since 1969.</p>

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<p>The low turnout may swing the final result in either direction, cautioned analysts. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, far-right leader Le Pen seems to be getting 41.5-43.0 per cent votes, as per projections by polling firms. These polls have been carried out for television channels. The&nbsp;results have been based on a sample of the vote count. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The outcome of the elections will, however, be confirmed by official results overnight. &nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


As projections showed French President Emmanuel Macron is winning comfortably by 57.0-58.5 per cent of the vote, the total turnout for the presidential run-off was 63.

As projections showed French President Emmanuel Macron is winning comfortably by 57.0-58.5 per cent of the vote, the total turnout for the presidential run-off was 63.2 per cent at 5 pm (1500 GMT) on Sunday. It was down by over two percentage points in comparison to the same time in the second round of the presidential elections in 2017, the interior ministry said. President Emmanuel Macron and far-right challenger Marine Le Pen are fighting for the top post. Also Read | French Election 2022: EU chiefs, Italy PM congratulate Macron on re-election The percentage of voting participation was also below by two percentage points from what it was at 5 pm in the first round of voting, which was held on April 10. According to the official figures, the abstention rate may go up to 28 per cent as per an estimate of the polling organisations. If it gets confirmed, it may become the highest in any presidential poll second-round run-off since 1969. Watch | France: Attacker stabs priest multiple times in Nice × The low turnout may swing the final result in either direction, cautioned analysts. Meanwhile, far-right leader Le Pen seems to be getting 41.5-43.0 per cent votes, as per projections by polling firms. These polls have been carried out for television channels. The results have been based on a sample of the vote count. The outcome of the elections will, however, be confirmed by official results overnight. (With inputs from agencies)

In French presidential elections 2022, voter turnout reaches 63.2%   

<p>In just 24 hours, two Russian oligarchs along with their families have been found dead. The unprecedented development has prompted investigations by police, said local media reports in Russia and Spain. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The investigators are looking into all the angles, such as suicide or foul play. &nbsp;</p>

<p>This comes as several sanctions have been imposed on different Russian oligarchs over the Ukraine war. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>Oligarchs, Vladislav Avayev and Sergey Protosenya, were found dead in their homes. Police are also probing domestic disputes in the two cases, the reports said. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The police have registered cases in the deaths and investigations are going on. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>In Moscow, Avayev, who is a former vice president of privately-owned Russian bank, Gazprombank, was found dead along with his wife and daughter in his apartment on Monday, as per TASS. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>All of the dead persons had gunshot wounds. It has prompted police to investigate the suicide angle, thinking Avayev may have shot his family members first and then himself. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Kharkiv says Over 700 killed since invasion started</strong></p>

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<p>Authorities have not identified victims, but Russian news outlets reported citing sources that it was Avayev and his family. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>On the next day and over 2,000 miles away, Protosenya was also found hanged in his home, as per Spanish TV channel Telecinco. Oligarch’s wife and daughter were also fatally stabbed, the authorities said. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>On the side of Protosenya’s body, a bloodstained knife and axe was found. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Spanish authorities are also working on theory that Protosenya may have killed his family and committed suicide. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


In just 24 hours, two Russian oligarchs along with their families have been found dead. The unprecedented development has prompted investigations by police, said local media reports in Russia and Spain.

In just 24 hours, two Russian oligarchs along with their families have been found dead. The unprecedented development has prompted investigations by police, said local media reports in Russia and Spain. The investigators are looking into all the angles, such as suicide or foul play. This comes as several sanctions have been imposed on different Russian oligarchs over the Ukraine war. Also Read: 'We want to see the sun': Heart-breaking video of children holed up in embattled Mariupol emerges. Watch Oligarchs, Vladislav Avayev and Sergey Protosenya, were found dead in their homes. Police are also probing domestic disputes in the two cases, the reports said. The police have registered cases in the deaths and investigations are going on. In Moscow, Avayev, who is a former vice president of privately-owned Russian bank, Gazprombank, was found dead along with his wife and daughter in his apartment on Monday, as per TASS. All of the dead persons had gunshot wounds. It has prompted police to investigate the suicide angle, thinking Avayev may have shot his family members first and then himself. Watch: Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Kharkiv says Over 700 killed since invasion started × Authorities have not identified victims, but Russian news outlets reported citing sources that it was Avayev and his family. On the next day and over 2,000 miles away, Protosenya was also found hanged in his home, as per Spanish TV channel Telecinco. Oligarch’s wife and daughter were also fatally stabbed, the authorities said. On the side of Protosenya’s body, a bloodstained knife and axe was found. Spanish authorities are also working on theory that Protosenya may have killed his family and committed suicide. (With inputs from agencies)

Sounds fishy? In 24 hours, 2 Russian oligarchs, families found dead, cops probe suicide angle: Reports

<p>A man has been sentenced to life in jail on Friday for sexually abusing children, filming the act and then, distributing the footage on the dark web, the prosecutors said. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The 28-year-old accused, who is from Fresno, belonged to a child exploitation ring in California. The members have abused more than 20 children in this way, media reports said. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The court has termed the abuse as ‘evil’. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>In Los Angeles federal court, Judge André Birotte Jr said that what John Richard Brinson Jr did to those children was 'evil’. "I don't know how else to say it," Birotte said. &nbsp;</p>

<p>In a statement, US Attorney Tracy L Wilkison said, “The life sentence imposed in this case is warranted by the defendant's callous and violent abuse of children, some of whom were filmed while screaming in pain. The child exploitation enterprise impacted more than 20 victims - children who were sexually assaulted, sometimes repeatedly, solely for the pleasure of this defendant and his cohorts." &nbsp;</p>

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<p>The accused had also pleaded guilty earlier to one count of engaging in child exploitation ring and four counts of child pornography’s production. Each count had represented a different victim. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


A man has been sentenced to life in jail on Friday for sexually abusing children, filming the act and then, distributing the footage on the dark web, the prosecutors said.

A man has been sentenced to life in jail on Friday for sexually abusing children, filming the act and then, distributing the footage on the dark web, the prosecutors said. The 28-year-old accused, who is from Fresno, belonged to a child exploitation ring in California. The members have abused more than 20 children in this way, media reports said. The court has termed the abuse as ‘evil’. Also Read: Child dies of acute hepatitis as 12 countries report increase in cases In Los Angeles federal court, Judge André Birotte Jr said that what John Richard Brinson Jr did to those children was 'evil’. "I don't know how else to say it," Birotte said. In a statement, US Attorney Tracy L Wilkison said, “The life sentence imposed in this case is warranted by the defendant's callous and violent abuse of children, some of whom were filmed while screaming in pain. The child exploitation enterprise impacted more than 20 victims - children who were sexually assaulted, sometimes repeatedly, solely for the pleasure of this defendant and his cohorts." Watch: United States airline bookings roar back × The accused had also pleaded guilty earlier to one count of engaging in child exploitation ring and four counts of child pornography’s production. Each count had represented a different victim. (With inputs from agencies)

For 'evil' child sex abuse, US judge sends 28-year-old man to jail for life  

<p>Pope Francis has been calling for truce in the war in Ukraine for some time. He reiterated the wish once again on Sunday while speaking to tens of thousands of people in St Peter's Square. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Francis urged to halt attacks in Ukraine to help aid reach the affected people, and asked leaders to "listen to the voice of the people", reports said. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>The remark came from the window of the official papal study on the day when most Eastern Christians, including Orthodox and Catholics living in Ukraine and Russia, celebrate Easter. It also coincided with the two-month mark of the invasion. &nbsp;</p>

<p>On last Sunday, Western Christians had celebrated Easter. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch | Zelensky: 8 Killed in Odessa shelling amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine</strong></p>

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<p>"Instead of stopping, the war has become harsher. I renew an appeal for an Easter truce, the minimum and tangible sign of a willingness for peace. Stop the attacks in order to help the exhausted population. Stop," Francis said. &nbsp;</p>

<p>"It is sad that in these days that are the most holy and solemn for all Christians, the deadly sound of weapons is heard more than sound of bells that announce the resurrection. And it is sad that weapons are increasingly taking the place of words. Please, political leaders, listen to the voice of the people who want peace, not an escalation of the conflict," Francis added. &nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Pope Francis has been calling for truce in the war in Ukraine for some time. He reiterated the wish once again on Sunday while speaking to tens of thousands of people in St Peter's Square.

Pope Francis has been calling for truce in the war in Ukraine for some time. He reiterated the wish once again on Sunday while speaking to tens of thousands of people in St Peter's Square. Francis urged to halt attacks in Ukraine to help aid reach the affected people, and asked leaders to "listen to the voice of the people", reports said. Also Read: MLB baseball signed by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky goes under hammer to support relief efforts The remark came from the window of the official papal study on the day when most Eastern Christians, including Orthodox and Catholics living in Ukraine and Russia, celebrate Easter. It also coincided with the two-month mark of the invasion. On last Sunday, Western Christians had celebrated Easter. Watch | Zelensky: 8 Killed in Odessa shelling amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine × "Instead of stopping, the war has become harsher. I renew an appeal for an Easter truce, the minimum and tangible sign of a willingness for peace. Stop the attacks in order to help the exhausted population. Stop," Francis said. "It is sad that in these days that are the most holy and solemn for all Christians, the deadly sound of weapons is heard more than sound of bells that announce the resurrection. And it is sad that weapons are increasingly taking the place of words. Please, political leaders, listen to the voice of the people who want peace, not an escalation of the conflict," Francis added. (With inputs from agencies)

As Eastern Christians celebrate Easter, Pope Francis reiterates call for truce in Ukraine war

<p>In comparison between 1940 and now, the amount of key nutrients in the fruits and vegetables available in the UK has reduced by around 50%, said a study. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The depletion has been witnessed in the levels of magnesium, iron, sodium and copper. It also means that citizens in the UK have the risk of facing malnutrition, warned experts. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The adoption of higher-yielding varieties of fruits and vegetables, industrial agriculture, and more reliance on imported produce seems to have led to this situation, said reports.</p>

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<p>In order to come up with the findings, the Coventry University researchers checked the nutrients in around 28 types of fruits and vegetables. These include, potatoes and bananas, which were available in the UK in the year of 1940, 1991 and 2019. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The levels of copper reduced by 49 per cent, iron fell by 51 per cent and sodium decreased by 52 per cent, as per the analysis, which was published in the International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The amount of potassium has reduced by 5 per cent, magnesium 10 per cent and calcium 2.5 per cent. &nbsp;</p>

<p>A sufficiently varied diet is not consumed by ‘many people’. Teenagers also have poor diets, the researchers said. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Several fruits and vegetables nowadays have been bred to increase productivity and profitability and "this focus on yield has largely ignored any implications for nutritional quality", the researchers said. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


In comparison between 1940 and now, the amount of key nutrients in the fruits and vegetables available in the UK has reduced by around 50%, said a study. The depletion has been witnessed in the levels of magnesium, iron, sodium and copper.

In comparison between 1940 and now, the amount of key nutrients in the fruits and vegetables available in the UK has reduced by around 50%, said a study. The depletion has been witnessed in the levels of magnesium, iron, sodium and copper. It also means that citizens in the UK have the risk of facing malnutrition, warned experts. The adoption of higher-yielding varieties of fruits and vegetables, industrial agriculture, and more reliance on imported produce seems to have led to this situation, said reports. Also Read: With 505 days, patient in UK longest reported COVID-19 infection, say experts In order to come up with the findings, the Coventry University researchers checked the nutrients in around 28 types of fruits and vegetables. These include, potatoes and bananas, which were available in the UK in the year of 1940, 1991 and 2019. The levels of copper reduced by 49 per cent, iron fell by 51 per cent and sodium decreased by 52 per cent, as per the analysis, which was published in the International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition. Watch | World Earth day: Are we standing by our climate pledges? × The amount of potassium has reduced by 5 per cent, magnesium 10 per cent and calcium 2.5 per cent. A sufficiently varied diet is not consumed by ‘many people’. Teenagers also have poor diets, the researchers said. Several fruits and vegetables nowadays have been bred to increase productivity and profitability and "this focus on yield has largely ignored any implications for nutritional quality", the researchers said. (With inputs from agencies)

Between 1940 and now, nutrient levels in fruits, vegetables in UK reduced by 50%, says study

<p>Since the Russia’s invasion began, Ukraine has been looking for support in several ways. Many countries have also responded by providing help militarily, politically, financially, etc. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Several efforts are also being made by different organisations to raise money to help the nation. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the latest move, an MLB baseball is being auctioned next week, said media reports. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The baseball may get sold for around $15,000. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Wondering what is special about this ball? Well, it has been signed by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The president has led his country from the front in the war.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

<p>The auctioning of the ball is being carried out by RR Auctions to collect funds for relief efforts for his country. It will end on May 11. Online users can also place their bids. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the sale description, RR Auctions, said, “Now faced with an invasion by Russian forces, Zelenskyy has shown unmatched courage in the face of disaster. He has demonstrated a remarkable commitment towards democratic ideals and to the people of Ukraine.” &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Russia-Ukraine conflict: Ukrainian President calls for fresh talks with Russia to diffuse the conflict</strong></p>

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<p>During a visit to New York in September 2019, Zelensky signed the ball. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Later, the ball was given to collector Randy Kaplan as a gift from former Ukrainian ambassador to the United States Volodymyr Yelchenko, as per a letter of authenticity, which is also included with the baseball. Kaplan auctions baseballs with autographs of famed celebrities. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The proceeds of the sale will be donated by RR Auctions to a Ukrainian relief fund, which is assisting civilians displaced due to the invasion. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


Since the Russia’s invasion began, Ukraine has been looking for support in several ways. Many countries have also responded by providing help militarily, politically, financially, etc.

Since the Russia’s invasion began, Ukraine has been looking for support in several ways. Many countries have also responded by providing help militarily, politically, financially, etc. Several efforts are also being made by different organisations to raise money to help the nation. In the latest move, an MLB baseball is being auctioned next week, said media reports. Also Read | Sounds fishy? In 24 hours, 2 Russian oligarchs, families found dead, cops probe suicide angle: Reports The baseball may get sold for around $15,000. Wondering what is special about this ball? Well, it has been signed by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. The president has led his country from the front in the war. The auctioning of the ball is being carried out by RR Auctions to collect funds for relief efforts for his country. It will end on May 11. Online users can also place their bids. In the sale description, RR Auctions, said, “Now faced with an invasion by Russian forces, Zelenskyy has shown unmatched courage in the face of disaster. He has demonstrated a remarkable commitment towards democratic ideals and to the people of Ukraine.” Watch: Russia-Ukraine conflict: Ukrainian President calls for fresh talks with Russia to diffuse the conflict × During a visit to New York in September 2019, Zelensky signed the ball. Later, the ball was given to collector Randy Kaplan as a gift from former Ukrainian ambassador to the United States Volodymyr Yelchenko, as per a letter of authenticity, which is also included with the baseball. Kaplan auctions baseballs with autographs of famed celebrities. The proceeds of the sale will be donated by RR Auctions to a Ukrainian relief fund, which is assisting civilians displaced due to the invasion. (With inputs from agencies)

MLB baseball signed by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky goes under hammer to support relief efforts

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