5 Homemade Remedies For Controlling Hair Dandruff

Dandruff is a very common hair issue which makes the scalp itchy and looks uncomfortable. These are five homemade remedies for controlling hair dandruff.

Coconut oil nourishes the scalps and prevents dryness which eventually helps in getting rid of dandruff. One can also add lemon drops in coconut oil to remove dandruff.

Apple cider vinegar is a natural solution for removing dandruff. It promotes the removal of dead skin cells from the scalp and reduces fungal growth. 

Baking soda is filled with anti-fungal properties and helps in gentle exfoliation for removing dead skin cells from the scalp. Lemon or egg yolk can be added to it to make a mask.

Curd is filled with probiotics and lactic acid which helps in soothing the scalp and reduces dandruff.

Olive oil helps moisturise and hydrate the scalp and prevents dryness which leads to dandruff. 

Disclaimer: Please note that the information provided on this website is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.


Int'l Women's Day: 5 Regular Health Check-ups Women Should Undergo

Some medical tests are important for women on a regular basis to detect signs of diseases at an early stage. These are five important tests which women must take regularly.


Post-pregnancy, most women are known to suffer from hypertension. It is important to regularly monitor blood pressure to decrease the risk of heart disease.


With ageing, women tend to lose bone density at a greater speed, in comparison to men which is known as osteoporosis.

A mammogram is an important test that women should undergo to detect early signs of breast cancer.

Underactive or hyperactive thyroid glands lead to major health issues and can affect the menstrual cycle and fertility of a woman. So, it is important to undergo a thyroid test.

It is important to undergo Pap and HPV screenings between the age bracket of 20 and 30 years to identify signs of HPV virus and cervical cancer.


<p>United States President Joe Biden presented his last State of the Union address, months before the presidential elections. During the speech, the president slammed his predecessor Donald Trump, spoke about the Israel-Hamas war and while addressing the age controversy, declined to give up.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, a federal judge declined the request made by US former president Donald Trump to delay enforcement of the $83.3 million verdict in the case, which also involved writer E. Jean Carroll.</p>

<p>In India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on International Women's Day announced a reduction in LPG cylinder prices by Rs. 100 ($1.21) which will ease&nbsp;financial expenses on households across the country.</p>

<p><strong>Click on the headlines to read more:</strong></p>

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<p>Incumbent US President Joe Biden, in his third and final State of the Union address before the 2024 US Presidential Elections, repeatedly slammed his Republican rival Donald Trump throughout his speech.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/federal-judge-denies-donald-trumps-appeal-to-delay-execution-of-833-million-e-jean-carroll-verdict-697786">Federal judge denies Donald Trump's appeal to delay execution of $83.3 million E. Jean Carroll verdict</a></p>

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<p>Donald Trump's request to delay enforcement of the $83.3 million verdict in the case involving writer E. Jean Carroll was denied by a federal judge on Thursday.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/nari-shakti-pm-modi-celebrates-womens-day-with-rs-100-reduction-in-lpg-cylinder-prices-697858">'Nari Shakti': PM Modi celebrates Women's Day with $1.21 reduction in LPG cylinder prices</a></p>

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<p>Celebrating Women's Day and easing the financial burden on households across the nation, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a reduction in LPG cylinder prices by Rs. 100 ($1.21). This decision is expected to bring relief to millions of families, particularly benefiting women.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/multiple-us-govt-website-experienced-brief-outages-issue-resolved-697868">Multiple US govt website experienced brief outages, issue resolved</a></p>

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<p>Multiple United States (US) government websites experienced a brief outage on Thursday night (Mar 7). In a post on X, the Department of Homeland Security said, "We are currently investigating and working to resolve an outage with&nbsp;http://dhs.gov&nbsp;and component domains. We will restore the sites as soon as possible."</p>

<p><strong>Xi urges preparation for military conflict | South-China sea can face Chinese aggression?</strong></p>

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United States President Joe Biden presented his last State of the Union address, months before the presidential elections. During the speech, the president slammed his predecessor Donald Trump, spoke about the Israel-Hamas war and while addressing the age controversy, declined to give up.

United States President Joe Biden presented his last State of the Union address, months before the presidential elections. During the speech, the president slammed his predecessor Donald Trump, spoke about the Israel-Hamas war and while addressing the age controversy, declined to give up. Meanwhile, a federal judge declined the request made by US former president Donald Trump to delay enforcement of the $83.3 million verdict in the case, which also involved writer E. Jean Carroll. In India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on International Women's Day announced a reduction in LPG cylinder prices by Rs. 100 ($1.21) which will ease financial expenses on households across the country. Click on the headlines to read more: Trump, Gaza war, Putin, and more: Key takeaways from Joe Biden's State of the Union address 2024 Incumbent US President Joe Biden, in his third and final State of the Union address before the 2024 US Presidential Elections, repeatedly slammed his Republican rival Donald Trump throughout his speech. Federal judge denies Donald Trump's appeal to delay execution of $83.3 million E. Jean Carroll verdict Donald Trump's request to delay enforcement of the $83.3 million verdict in the case involving writer E. Jean Carroll was denied by a federal judge on Thursday. 'Nari Shakti': PM Modi celebrates Women's Day with $1.21 reduction in LPG cylinder prices Celebrating Women's Day and easing the financial burden on households across the nation, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a reduction in LPG cylinder prices by Rs. 100 ($1.21). This decision is expected to bring relief to millions of families, particularly benefiting women. Multiple US govt website experienced brief outages, issue resolved Multiple United States (US) government websites experienced a brief outage on Thursday night (Mar 7). In a post on X, the Department of Homeland Security said, "We are currently investigating and working to resolve an outage with http://dhs.gov and component domains. We will restore the sites as soon as possible." Xi urges preparation for military conflict | South-China sea can face Chinese aggression?

Morning brief: Biden's SOTU address; Trump's appeal in E. Jean Carroll case rejected; and more

<p>Researchers carried out a new study to trace back the footprints of human civilization in India - the most populous country in the world - with the help of genes.</p>

<p>The new study has tried to understand the scenario 50,000 years ago by analysing thousands of genomes. The DNA samples of 2,762 Indians - belonged&nbsp;to people from&nbsp;various geographic locations, caste and tribe groups and those speaking different languages - were sequenced by the University of California, Berkley population geneticist Elise Kerdoncuff and his colleagues.</p>

<p>Speaking about the study, Kerdoncuff and colleagues wrote in their preprint, "These analyses provide a detailed view of the population history of India and underscore the value of expanding genomic surveys to diverse groups outside Europe."</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/heres-why-humans-tails-disappeared-25-million-years-ago-695417">Here's why human tails disappeared 25 million years ago</a></p>

<p>In the earlier studies carried out, it was hinted that Indians derive ancestry from ancient Iranian farmers, herders from the Eurasian steppe and indigenous South Asian hunter-gatherers.</p>

<p>It was found by Kerdoncuff and colleagues that ancestry to those three groups varied among modern individuals in India.</p>

<p>In the study, the researchers also found that the ancient Iranian farmers were most likely part of the influx of farmers from Sarazm, which is an ancient agricultural hub in what is known as Tajikistan.</p>

<p>"Societies were far more connected in deep time than most have given them credit for," said Michael Frachetti, an archaeologist at Washington University in St Louis, while speaking to Science.</p>

<h2><strong>Indian genomes contain diverse Neanderthal and Denisovan genes&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>It was further found by Kerdoncuff and colleagues that one to two per cent ancestry is derived in modern Indians from archaic hominins, Neanderthals and Denisovans.</p>

<p>The researchers, in a surprise discovery, found that the analysed genomes had a wide variety of Neanderthal and Denisovan genes, in comparison to other sampled populations.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Gravitas: Researchers identify gene variant that makes Indians susceptible to diabetes</strong></p>

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<p>"Strikingly, [about] 90.7 per cent of worldwide Neanderthal sequences are seen in India" and "around 51 per cent of Denisovan sequences are unique to India," wrote Kerdoncuff and colleagues.</p>

<p>Finally, they found out that most of the genetic variation in Indians came from one major migration from Africa which took place around 50,000 years ago, while the earlier migration waves also contributed little genetic material to today's population in India.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Researchers carried out a new study to trace back the footprints of human civilization in India - the most populous country in the world - with the help of genes.

Researchers carried out a new study to trace back the footprints of human civilization in India - the most populous country in the world - with the help of genes. The new study has tried to understand the scenario 50,000 years ago by analysing thousands of genomes. The DNA samples of 2,762 Indians - belonged to people from various geographic locations, caste and tribe groups and those speaking different languages - were sequenced by the University of California, Berkley population geneticist Elise Kerdoncuff and his colleagues. Speaking about the study, Kerdoncuff and colleagues wrote in their preprint, "These analyses provide a detailed view of the population history of India and underscore the value of expanding genomic surveys to diverse groups outside Europe." Also Read: Here's why human tails disappeared 25 million years ago In the earlier studies carried out, it was hinted that Indians derive ancestry from ancient Iranian farmers, herders from the Eurasian steppe and indigenous South Asian hunter-gatherers. It was found by Kerdoncuff and colleagues that ancestry to those three groups varied among modern individuals in India. In the study, the researchers also found that the ancient Iranian farmers were most likely part of the influx of farmers from Sarazm, which is an ancient agricultural hub in what is known as Tajikistan. "Societies were far more connected in deep time than most have given them credit for," said Michael Frachetti, an archaeologist at Washington University in St Louis, while speaking to Science. Indian genomes contain diverse Neanderthal and Denisovan genes It was further found by Kerdoncuff and colleagues that one to two per cent ancestry is derived in modern Indians from archaic hominins, Neanderthals and Denisovans. The researchers, in a surprise discovery, found that the analysed genomes had a wide variety of Neanderthal and Denisovan genes, in comparison to other sampled populations. Watch: Gravitas: Researchers identify gene variant that makes Indians susceptible to diabetes "Strikingly, [about] 90.7 per cent of worldwide Neanderthal sequences are seen in India" and "around 51 per cent of Denisovan sequences are unique to India," wrote Kerdoncuff and colleagues. Finally, they found out that most of the genetic variation in Indians came from one major migration from Africa which took place around 50,000 years ago, while the earlier migration waves also contributed little genetic material to today's population in India. (With inputs from agencies)

New DNA study suggests humans came to India from THIS country 50,000 years ago

<p>The sons of Pakistan's former prime minister Nawaz Sharif, Hussain and Hassan Nawaz, are likely to return to the country on March 12 after an Islamabad accountability court suspended the perpetual arrest warrants in the three corruption references connected to the Panama Papers till March 14.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The application for suspension of the arrest warrant was filed by Hussain and Hassan, through their counsel Qazi Misbahul Hassan. The arrest warrants were earlier issued against them in the Avenfield Apartments, Al-Azizia, and Flagship Investment cases.</p>

<p>The decision was announced by Accountability Court Judge Nasir Javed Rana in the Avenfield reference on Thursday (Mar 7).</p>

<p>It was stated in the court order that “both the accused are allowed to surrender before the court, failing which the law shall take its own course", as reported by Dawn.</p>

<p>The order issued by the court emphasised that Nawaz Sharif's sons wished to surrender before the court “in good faith” so as to face court proceedings.</p>

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<p>The order said that the court agreed with the submission of the NAB prosecutor that “the purpose of the perpetual warrant of arrest is to procure the attendance of the accused and if the accused intends to surrender himself before the court, he may be given an opportunity to face the trial.”</p>

<h2><strong>Accountability court reserves its verdict&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Representing the National Accountability Bureau (NAB), Deputy Prosecutor General Sardar Muzaffar, Usman Masood and Sohail Arif appeared in court on Thursday (Mar 7).&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the court hearing, Barrister Misbah argued that interim bail was given to both Hassan and Hussain, however, still the authorities issued perpetual arrest warrants against them.</p>

<p>He informed the judge that out of five accused in the Avenfield reference, three were sentenced by an accountability court and the Islamabad High Court later acquitted them.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Pakistan: Terrorist attack on Adiala central jail thwarted</strong></p>

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<p>The lawyer claimed that Hassan and Hussain both wished to come back to Pakistan on March 12 and appear before court and hence, the court should suspend their arrest warrants.</p>

<p>Barrister Misbah said that the arrest warrants were issued with the aim of bringing back the accused persons to the court.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In his argument, NAB prosecutor Arif said that a court appearance is needed to revoke the perpetual arrest warrants. However, he said that the court should give Hassan and Hussain an opportunity to appear in the court.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The sons of Pakistan's former prime minister Nawaz Sharif, Hussain and Hassan Nawaz, are likely to return to the country on March 12 after an Islamabad accountability court suspended the perpetual arrest warrants in the three corruption references connected to the Panama Papers till March 14.

The sons of Pakistan's former prime minister Nawaz Sharif, Hussain and Hassan Nawaz, are likely to return to the country on March 12 after an Islamabad accountability court suspended the perpetual arrest warrants in the three corruption references connected to the Panama Papers till March 14. The application for suspension of the arrest warrant was filed by Hussain and Hassan, through their counsel Qazi Misbahul Hassan. The arrest warrants were earlier issued against them in the Avenfield Apartments, Al-Azizia, and Flagship Investment cases. The decision was announced by Accountability Court Judge Nasir Javed Rana in the Avenfield reference on Thursday (Mar 7). It was stated in the court order that “both the accused are allowed to surrender before the court, failing which the law shall take its own course", as reported by Dawn. The order issued by the court emphasised that Nawaz Sharif's sons wished to surrender before the court “in good faith” so as to face court proceedings. Also Read: Shehbaz Sharif thanks Indian PM Modi for congratulatory wishes on becoming Pakistan PM The order said that the court agreed with the submission of the NAB prosecutor that “the purpose of the perpetual warrant of arrest is to procure the attendance of the accused and if the accused intends to surrender himself before the court, he may be given an opportunity to face the trial.” Accountability court reserves its verdict Representing the National Accountability Bureau (NAB), Deputy Prosecutor General Sardar Muzaffar, Usman Masood and Sohail Arif appeared in court on Thursday (Mar 7). In the court hearing, Barrister Misbah argued that interim bail was given to both Hassan and Hussain, however, still the authorities issued perpetual arrest warrants against them. He informed the judge that out of five accused in the Avenfield reference, three were sentenced by an accountability court and the Islamabad High Court later acquitted them. Watch: Pakistan: Terrorist attack on Adiala central jail thwarted The lawyer claimed that Hassan and Hussain both wished to come back to Pakistan on March 12 and appear before court and hence, the court should suspend their arrest warrants. Barrister Misbah said that the arrest warrants were issued with the aim of bringing back the accused persons to the court. In his argument, NAB prosecutor Arif said that a court appearance is needed to revoke the perpetual arrest warrants. However, he said that the court should give Hassan and Hussain an opportunity to appear in the court. (With inputs from agencies)

Nawaz Sharif's sons to return to Pakistan after suspension of arrest warrants against them till March 14

<p>Indian&nbsp;President Droupadi Murmu nominated philanthropist and author Sudha Murty to the Rajya Sabha (Upper House), announced Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (March 8).</p>

<p>PM Modi congratulated Murty&nbsp;and said that her nomination to the Rajya Sabha is a powerful testament to the 'Nari Shakti' of the country as the announcement was made on International Women's Day.</p>

<p>"I am delighted that the President of India has nominated @SmtSudhaMurty Ji to the Rajya Sabha. Sudha Ji's contributions to diverse fields including social work, philanthropy and education have been immense and inspiring. Her presence in the Rajya Sabha is a powerful testament to our 'Nari Shakti', exemplifying the strength and potential of women in shaping our nation's destiny. Wishing her a fruitful Parliamentary tenure," PM Modi wrote on X.</p>

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<p>Reacting to the announcement, Murty who is in Thailand, said she is pleasantly surprised and added, "I have to see what are the things...what I can do. This is a new area to me. So, I have to first sit and study and then I will be able to do it." She said she was pleasantly surprised by the announcement."</p>

<p>Twelve people, who have made great contributions in the field of art, literature, science, and social service, get nominated by the president of India to the Upper House of the parliament.</p>

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<h2><strong>Who is Sudha Murty?</strong></h2>

<p>Sudha Murty is an Indian author, philanthropist, educator and the former chairperson of Infosys. She is also one of the members of the Gates Foundation's public healthcare initiatives. The Murty Classical Library of India has been established by her at Harvard University.</p>

<p>Her husband Narayana Murthy&nbsp;founded IT giant Infosys and the British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is her son-in-law. In 2006, Murty was honoured with Padma Bhushan, which is India's third-highest civilian award for social work.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;PM Narendra Modi announces reduction in LPG cylinder price on the occasion of women's day</strong></p>

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<p>She started her career as an engineer with TELCO (now Tata Motors). Murty has written some of the bestsellers in English and Kannada, and her books have been translated into different Indian languages.</p>

<p>She is also famous for her novel - ‘Dollar Bahu’, which was originally written by her in Kannada language and later translated into English.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Indian President Droupadi Murmu nominated philanthropist and author Sudha Murty to the Rajya Sabha (Upper House), announced Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (March 8).

Indian President Droupadi Murmu nominated philanthropist and author Sudha Murty to the Rajya Sabha (Upper House), announced Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (March 8). PM Modi congratulated Murty and said that her nomination to the Rajya Sabha is a powerful testament to the 'Nari Shakti' of the country as the announcement was made on International Women's Day. "I am delighted that the President of India has nominated @SmtSudhaMurty Ji to the Rajya Sabha. Sudha Ji's contributions to diverse fields including social work, philanthropy and education have been immense and inspiring. Her presence in the Rajya Sabha is a powerful testament to our 'Nari Shakti', exemplifying the strength and potential of women in shaping our nation's destiny. Wishing her a fruitful Parliamentary tenure," PM Modi wrote on X. I am delighted that the President of India has nominated @SmtSudhaMurty Ji to the Rajya Sabha. Sudha Ji's contributions to diverse fields including social work, philanthropy and education have been immense and inspiring. Her presence in the Rajya Sabha is a powerful testament to… pic.twitter.com/lL2b0nVZ8F — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 8, 2024 × Reacting to the announcement, Murty who is in Thailand, said she is pleasantly surprised and added, "I have to see what are the things...what I can do. This is a new area to me. So, I have to first sit and study and then I will be able to do it." She said she was pleasantly surprised by the announcement." Twelve people, who have made great contributions in the field of art, literature, science, and social service, get nominated by the president of India to the Upper House of the parliament. Also Read: 'Nari Shakti': PM Modi celebrates Women's Day with $1.21 reduction in LPG cylinder prices Who is Sudha Murty? Sudha Murty is an Indian author, philanthropist, educator and the former chairperson of Infosys. She is also one of the members of the Gates Foundation's public healthcare initiatives. The Murty Classical Library of India has been established by her at Harvard University. Her husband Narayana Murthy founded IT giant Infosys and the British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is her son-in-law. In 2006, Murty was honoured with Padma Bhushan, which is India's third-highest civilian award for social work. Watch: PM Narendra Modi announces reduction in LPG cylinder price on the occasion of women's day She started her career as an engineer with TELCO (now Tata Motors). Murty has written some of the bestsellers in English and Kannada, and her books have been translated into different Indian languages. She is also famous for her novel - ‘Dollar Bahu’, which was originally written by her in Kannada language and later translated into English. (With inputs from agencies)

Philanthropist, author Sudha Murty gets nominated to Rajya Sabha; PM Modi hails 'Nari Shakti'

<p>Former Fox and News Corp chairman and media mogul Rupert Murdoch has been engaged for the sixth time to a retired scientist Elena Zhukova and is gearing up to get married for the fifth time at the age of 92.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The office of Rupert Murdoch announced that the 92-year-old media mogul will get married to 67-year-old retired molecular biologist Zhukova, as reported by the New York Times.</p>

<p>Murdoch started&nbsp;dating Zhukova soon after&nbsp;breaking his two-week-long engagement to 67-year-old conservative radio host Ann Lesley Smith.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/nothing-short-of-remarkable-this-is-how-much-elon-musk-earns-in-one-minute-690652">&nbsp;'Nothing short of remarkable': THIS is how much Elon Musk earns in one minute</a></p>

<p>The wedding will be held at Moraga, his California vineyard and estate and the invitations have already been sent out, reported the Times, citing Murdoch's representative. The media mogul has been married four times earlier.</p>

<h2>Zhukova was previously married to Russia-born British billionaire</h2>

<p>Murdoch first met Zhukova at a large family gathering which was hosted by his third wife, Wendi Deng, whom he remained married to for 14 years and filed for divorce in 2013.</p>

<p>The reports of Murdoch’s latest engagement emerged just five months after he declared that he was stepping down from News Corp's media empire.</p>

<p>Murdoch’s New York-based company News Corp includes multiple national and international digital news outlets, some of which are the Wall Street Journal, Fox News, Sky News Australia and HarperCollins.</p>

<p>According to Bloomberg, the media mogul's net worth is $8.96 billion. The new fiancee of Murdoch was previously appointed as a molecular diabetes specialist at the University of California, Los Angeles, reported the New York Times.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Billionaire Jeff Bezos sells Amazon shares</strong></p>

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<p>Zhukova, who originally belongs to Russia, once while speaking about her family, referred to them as being part of the “usual, normal Moscow intelligentsia”. She had earlier married Alexander Zhukov, a Russia-born British billionaire energy investor.</p>

<p>The last wife of Murdoch was the former supermodel Jerry Hall. The couple divorced in 2022. &nbsp;Before that, he was married to Wendi Deng, Anna Murdoch Mann and Patricia Booker and has six children.</p>

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Former Fox and News Corp chairman and media mogul Rupert Murdoch has been engaged for the sixth time to a retired scientist Elena Zhukova and is gearing up to get married for the fifth time at the age of 92.

Former Fox and News Corp chairman and media mogul Rupert Murdoch has been engaged for the sixth time to a retired scientist Elena Zhukova and is gearing up to get married for the fifth time at the age of 92. The office of Rupert Murdoch announced that the 92-year-old media mogul will get married to 67-year-old retired molecular biologist Zhukova, as reported by the New York Times. Murdoch started dating Zhukova soon after breaking his two-week-long engagement to 67-year-old conservative radio host Ann Lesley Smith. Also Read: 'Nothing short of remarkable': THIS is how much Elon Musk earns in one minute The wedding will be held at Moraga, his California vineyard and estate and the invitations have already been sent out, reported the Times, citing Murdoch's representative. The media mogul has been married four times earlier. Zhukova was previously married to Russia-born British billionaire Murdoch first met Zhukova at a large family gathering which was hosted by his third wife, Wendi Deng, whom he remained married to for 14 years and filed for divorce in 2013. The reports of Murdoch’s latest engagement emerged just five months after he declared that he was stepping down from News Corp's media empire. Murdoch’s New York-based company News Corp includes multiple national and international digital news outlets, some of which are the Wall Street Journal, Fox News, Sky News Australia and HarperCollins. According to Bloomberg, the media mogul's net worth is $8.96 billion. The new fiancee of Murdoch was previously appointed as a molecular diabetes specialist at the University of California, Los Angeles, reported the New York Times. Watch: Billionaire Jeff Bezos sells Amazon shares Zhukova, who originally belongs to Russia, once while speaking about her family, referred to them as being part of the “usual, normal Moscow intelligentsia”. She had earlier married Alexander Zhukov, a Russia-born British billionaire energy investor. The last wife of Murdoch was the former supermodel Jerry Hall. The couple divorced in 2022. Before that, he was married to Wendi Deng, Anna Murdoch Mann and Patricia Booker and has six children. (With inputs from agencies)

At 92, Rupert Murdoch plans his fifth wedding, this time with molecular biologist Elena Zhukova

<p>A United Airlines plane that departed from San Francisco for Japan made an emergency landing in Los Angeles after it lost a tyre during&nbsp;take-off on Thursday (Mar 7), in yet another headache for planemaker Boeing.</p>

<p>In the videos of the incident circulated on social media platforms,</p>

<p>Videos on social media show the moment&nbsp;one of the six tyres of the Boeing 777, placed on its left-side main landing gear assembly, fell off after it took off.</p>

<p>The tyre fell inside San Francisco International Airport's employee parking lot where it smashed over a car and shattered the vehicle's back window, broke through a fence and stopped inside a neighbouring lot.</p>

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<p>In a statement, airport spokesman Doug Yakel said that no one suffered injuries. Fire engines were present at Los Angeles International Airport, however, they were not needed as an uneventful landing was made by the&nbsp;Boeing 777 which stopped after running nearly two-thirds of the runway.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Airport spokesman Dae Levine confirmed that the aeroplane made a safe landing and was then towed away.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Plane designed to land safely with missing or damaged tyres</strong></h2>

<p>The plane carried 14 crew members and 235 passengers, according to United Airlines. The airline stated that the flight, built in 2002, was designed to make a safe landing with damaged or missing tyres.&nbsp;</p>

<p>United Airlines said that the passengers were shifted to another plane for the remaining journey. Six tyres are attached to the Boeing 777s, on each side of its two main landing gears.</p>

<p>According to aviation experts, the loss of tyres by planes is a rare occurrence and does not indicate a larger safety issue.</p>

<p>“In aviation, we never want to have single points of failure if they can be avoided, and this is a case in point,” said Alan Price, a former chief pilot for Delta Air Lines, speaking to The Associated Press.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Rats on plane: Sri Lanka Airlines aircraft grounded for three days after rodent spotting on flight</strong></p>

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<p>“The remaining tyres are fully capable of handling the load,” he said. Price claimed that a loose tyre is just a maintenance issue and is not an issue created by the manufacturer.</p>

<p>Professor of aviation safety at the University of Southern California and retired pilot John Cox also agreed. “I don’t see any impact for Boeing as it was a United maintenance team that changed the tyre,” he said.</p>

<p>Spokesman Tony Molinaro said that the Federal Aviation Administration will investigate the incident.</p>

<p>Months back, an Alaska Airlines' Boeing jetliner blew out a part of its fuselage seven minutes after it took off, above Oregon, Portland. The fall of the door plug forced the pilots to make an emergency landing as wild winds gushed in and some belongings of passengers were sucked out.</p>

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A United Airlines plane that departed from San Francisco for Japan made an emergency landing in Los Angeles after it lost a tyre during take-off on Thursday (Mar 7), in yet another headache for planemaker Boeing.

A United Airlines plane that departed from San Francisco for Japan made an emergency landing in Los Angeles after it lost a tyre during take-off on Thursday (Mar 7), in yet another headache for planemaker Boeing. In the videos of the incident circulated on social media platforms, Videos on social media show the moment one of the six tyres of the Boeing 777, placed on its left-side main landing gear assembly, fell off after it took off. The tyre fell inside San Francisco International Airport's employee parking lot where it smashed over a car and shattered the vehicle's back window, broke through a fence and stopped inside a neighbouring lot. #BREAKING Moment United Airlines Flight UAL35 Lost a Tire During Takeoff from SFO. The flight has landed safely at LAX. Reports the tire hit the ground, bounced and hit an employees car in the parking lot. pic.twitter.com/jab2BqtXXu — CNW (@CANews_Watch) March 7, 2024 × In a statement, airport spokesman Doug Yakel said that no one suffered injuries. Fire engines were present at Los Angeles International Airport, however, they were not needed as an uneventful landing was made by the Boeing 777 which stopped after running nearly two-thirds of the runway. #BREAKING United Airlines Flight UAL35 lost a tire during takeoff from SFO. UAL35 is currently in the air, diverting to LAX. One or two tires are missing from the aircraft. Landing gear has damaged multiple cars at SFO (in video from @Julian61865944) pic.twitter.com/2GiRanJQZK — CNW (@CANews_Watch) March 7, 2024 × Also Read: American Airlines takes flight into the future with largest plane order in 10 years Airport spokesman Dae Levine confirmed that the aeroplane made a safe landing and was then towed away. Plane designed to land safely with missing or damaged tyres The plane carried 14 crew members and 235 passengers, according to United Airlines. The airline stated that the flight, built in 2002, was designed to make a safe landing with damaged or missing tyres. United Airlines said that the passengers were shifted to another plane for the remaining journey. Six tyres are attached to the Boeing 777s, on each side of its two main landing gears. According to aviation experts, the loss of tyres by planes is a rare occurrence and does not indicate a larger safety issue. “In aviation, we never want to have single points of failure if they can be avoided, and this is a case in point,” said Alan Price, a former chief pilot for Delta Air Lines, speaking to The Associated Press. Watch: Rats on plane: Sri Lanka Airlines aircraft grounded for three days after rodent spotting on flight “The remaining tyres are fully capable of handling the load,” he said. Price claimed that a loose tyre is just a maintenance issue and is not an issue created by the manufacturer. Professor of aviation safety at the University of Southern California and retired pilot John Cox also agreed. “I don’t see any impact for Boeing as it was a United maintenance team that changed the tyre,” he said. Spokesman Tony Molinaro said that the Federal Aviation Administration will investigate the incident. Months back, an Alaska Airlines' Boeing jetliner blew out a part of its fuselage seven minutes after it took off, above Oregon, Portland. The fall of the door plug forced the pilots to make an emergency landing as wild winds gushed in and some belongings of passengers were sucked out. (With inputs from agencies)

United Airlines flight loses a tyre, makes emergency landing in new trouble for Boeing: Video

<p>India's Home Minister and BJP leader Amit Shah held talks with Telugu Desam Party president N Chandrababu Naidu on Thursday (March 7) and discussed the chances of an alliance between the regional party and BJP for the Assembly and Lok Sabha elections.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The two elections are slated to be held simultaneously in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh.</p>

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<p>The TDP was earlier a part of the National Democratic Alliance, headed by the ruling Bhartiya Janta Party. However, it exited in 2018 when Naidu was the chief minister of the state.</p>

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<p>BJP President JP Nadda also participated in the deliberations, as per some media reports which further hinted that the two parties are open to an alliance. However, the final decision depends on whether they are able to successfully finalise an agreeable seat-sharing arrangement.</p>

<p>However, the scope of an alliance has increased in the wake of a second meeting between the two leaders.</p>

<h2><strong>TDP leaders push for alliance with BJP&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>TDP leaders said that any further delay in the formation of an alliance would not be beneficial as the elections are just months away, and any kind of ambiguity will only confuse party workers and supporters.</p>

<p>Another Jana Sena Party, led by actor Pawan Kalyan, is a member of the NDA and has joined hands with the TDP already. The party is now appealing BJP to follow similar steps.</p>

<p>Kalyan also participated in the meeting with Amit Shah. Naidu earlier held talks with leaders, which included MPs of the TDP.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;India Elections 2024: War of words from Modi to Mamata on Sandeshkhali</strong></p>

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<p>The talks of the alliance are taking place amid reports that the BJP and the Biju Janata Dal, which is in power in the Indian state of Odisha, are in the final stage of entering an alliance.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The reports emerged as the senior leaders of the two parties held separate meetings on Wednesday (Mar 6) and gave hints of such a possibility.</p>

<p>In February, Naidu held talks with Shah and BJP President JP Nadda which ignited speculations regarding them entering an alliance.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the reports, the parties have been differing over the number of seats on which the BJP will fight in the state.</p>

<p>There are 175 Assembly and 25 Lok Sabha seats in the state and the BJP is willing to contest eight to 10 parliamentary constituencies.</p>

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India's Home Minister and BJP leader Amit Shah held talks with Telugu Desam Party president N Chandrababu Naidu on Thursday (March 7) and discussed the chances of an alliance between the regional party and BJP for the Assembly and Lok Sabha elections.

India's Home Minister and BJP leader Amit Shah held talks with Telugu Desam Party president N Chandrababu Naidu on Thursday (March 7) and discussed the chances of an alliance between the regional party and BJP for the Assembly and Lok Sabha elections. The two elections are slated to be held simultaneously in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. Telugu Desam Party President N Chandrababu Naidu met Union Home Minister Amit Shah and BJP chief JP Nadda in Delhi (07/03) pic.twitter.com/C3LWe3sNjo — ANI (@ANI) March 7, 2024 × The TDP was earlier a part of the National Democratic Alliance, headed by the ruling Bhartiya Janta Party. However, it exited in 2018 when Naidu was the chief minister of the state. Also Read: Lok Sabha polls: Rahul Gandhi to contest from Amethi and Wayanad, Priyanka to debut from Rae Bareli BJP President JP Nadda also participated in the deliberations, as per some media reports which further hinted that the two parties are open to an alliance. However, the final decision depends on whether they are able to successfully finalise an agreeable seat-sharing arrangement. However, the scope of an alliance has increased in the wake of a second meeting between the two leaders. TDP leaders push for alliance with BJP TDP leaders said that any further delay in the formation of an alliance would not be beneficial as the elections are just months away, and any kind of ambiguity will only confuse party workers and supporters. Another Jana Sena Party, led by actor Pawan Kalyan, is a member of the NDA and has joined hands with the TDP already. The party is now appealing BJP to follow similar steps. Kalyan also participated in the meeting with Amit Shah. Naidu earlier held talks with leaders, which included MPs of the TDP. Watch: India Elections 2024: War of words from Modi to Mamata on Sandeshkhali The talks of the alliance are taking place amid reports that the BJP and the Biju Janata Dal, which is in power in the Indian state of Odisha, are in the final stage of entering an alliance. The reports emerged as the senior leaders of the two parties held separate meetings on Wednesday (Mar 6) and gave hints of such a possibility. In February, Naidu held talks with Shah and BJP President JP Nadda which ignited speculations regarding them entering an alliance. According to the reports, the parties have been differing over the number of seats on which the BJP will fight in the state. There are 175 Assembly and 25 Lok Sabha seats in the state and the BJP is willing to contest eight to 10 parliamentary constituencies. (With inputs from agencies)

India elections: BJP's Amit Shah meets TDP's Chandrababu Naidu, discuss possibility of alliance

<p>The releasing of balloons into the skies of Florida, United States is likely to be banned if the state's littering laws are tightened successfully.&nbsp;</p>

<p>If the legislation passes, those found intentionally releasing a balloon into the sky in Florida will be fined.</p>

<p>This is part of an effort being made towards changing laws in at least eight states of the United States with the aim to protect turtles, dolphins, birds and other wildlife from the danger of either being eaten up or getting entangled in fallen balloons.</p>

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<p>The current law in Florida declares releasing more than 10 balloons illegal in any 24-hour period.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Law to impose a fine of up to $150 for releasing balloons</strong></h2>

<p>According to the new law, the intentional releasing of balloons has been banned which makes the littering offence punishable with fines of up to $150. Children below the age of six would remain exempted.</p>

<p>The change has passed through the legislature of the state and has reached the desk of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. &nbsp;If DeSantis signs the legislation, it will go into effect on July 1.</p>

<p>Restrictions have already been placed by Arizona, California, Connecticut, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Tennessee and Virginia on the outdoor release of balloons.</p>

<h2><strong>Balloons harming wildlife and nature&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The balloons, especially those which are filled with helium and can float long distances, have been known to maim and kill wildlife. According to the experts, they should remain inside where they cannot harm animals.</p>

<p>Generally, balloons are mistaken as food by the animals. Consuming them can fill up the stomachs of animals, however, they do not get digested which makes it impossible for them to absorb nutrients.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Florida police officer at the right time, right place</strong></p>

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<p>Once the animals fail to take in nutrients, they slowly starve to death with a stomach which is filled with latex or mylar.</p>

<p>The balloons are able to float on the surface in lakes and oceans which tempts animals, who are finding food.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sea turtles are especially vulnerable to such conditions are they reach the surface to breathe and eat and sometimes eat balloons thinking they are jellyfish, as per the US&nbsp;Fish and Wildlife Service.</p>

<p>The strings which are attached to the balloons also face the chance of getting tangled around birds which either asphyxiates them or ties them to a single spot till they die of hunger.</p>

<p>Few of those balloons are marketed as biodegradable, however, they still take years to break down which puts animals' lives at risk, as per the University of Michigan.</p>

<p>Metallic mylar balloons also float onto power lines which cause thousands of power outages every year.</p>

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The releasing of balloons into the skies of Florida, United States is likely to be banned if the state's littering laws are tightened successfully. If the legislation passes, those found intentionally releasing a balloon into the sky in Florida will be fined.

The releasing of balloons into the skies of Florida, United States is likely to be banned if the state's littering laws are tightened successfully. If the legislation passes, those found intentionally releasing a balloon into the sky in Florida will be fined. This is part of an effort being made towards changing laws in at least eight states of the United States with the aim to protect turtles, dolphins, birds and other wildlife from the danger of either being eaten up or getting entangled in fallen balloons. Also Read: NASA spots eerie holes in clouds above Florida. Are they a paranormal phenomenon or... The current law in Florida declares releasing more than 10 balloons illegal in any 24-hour period. Law to impose a fine of up to $150 for releasing balloons According to the new law, the intentional releasing of balloons has been banned which makes the littering offence punishable with fines of up to $150. Children below the age of six would remain exempted. The change has passed through the legislature of the state and has reached the desk of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. If DeSantis signs the legislation, it will go into effect on July 1. Restrictions have already been placed by Arizona, California, Connecticut, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Tennessee and Virginia on the outdoor release of balloons. Balloons harming wildlife and nature The balloons, especially those which are filled with helium and can float long distances, have been known to maim and kill wildlife. According to the experts, they should remain inside where they cannot harm animals. Generally, balloons are mistaken as food by the animals. Consuming them can fill up the stomachs of animals, however, they do not get digested which makes it impossible for them to absorb nutrients. Watch: Florida police officer at the right time, right place Once the animals fail to take in nutrients, they slowly starve to death with a stomach which is filled with latex or mylar. The balloons are able to float on the surface in lakes and oceans which tempts animals, who are finding food. Sea turtles are especially vulnerable to such conditions are they reach the surface to breathe and eat and sometimes eat balloons thinking they are jellyfish, as per the US Fish and Wildlife Service. The strings which are attached to the balloons also face the chance of getting tangled around birds which either asphyxiates them or ties them to a single spot till they die of hunger. Few of those balloons are marketed as biodegradable, however, they still take years to break down which puts animals' lives at risk, as per the University of Michigan. Metallic mylar balloons also float onto power lines which cause thousands of power outages every year. (With inputs from agencies)

US: Releasing balloons in Florida will soon invite a fine. Here is why

<p>A new national security bill was unveiled by Hong Kong on Friday (Mar 8) which proposed a punishment of life imprisonment for those committing offences like insurrection and treason, as&nbsp;China further tightens its rule over the global financial hub.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The bill has raised concern over the declining freedom in the city after a similar law four years ago had successfully curbed dissent in all forms.</p>

<p>The proposed new law will increase the power of the government in eradicating any challenges to Chinese rule, if at all it rises in future.</p>

<p>The law will also enable targeting external interference, espionage, and protection of state secrets.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Harsher punishment, high penalties dominate national security bill</strong></h2>

<p>The law will impose tougher punishment on individuals joining hands with external forces to carry out some illegal acts like sabotage and sedition.</p>

<p>In the wake of Hong Kong leader John Lee's appeal to wrap the legislative process “at full speed,” the debate on the bill will be started by the lawmakers on Friday (Mar 8), in a meeting which has been arranged with an aim to expedite the bill.</p>

<p>It is likely that the bill will pass easily in weeks in a legislature which is filled with Beijing loyalists.</p>

<p>If the bill is passed, those instigating a foreign nation to invade China will also face punishment with life imprisonment being the maximum penalty for committing the offence of treason.</p>

<p>The bill also proposes committing violence in a reckless way and endangering the public safety of the city to be considered as insurrection.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Dior's Hong Kong showcase on indefinite hold</strong></p>

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<p>The government further called for harsher penalties for citizens joining hands with foreign forces to commit certain offences.</p>

<p>The maximum penalty suggested for those damaging public infrastructure, like the airport and other public transport, with the intention of threatening national security is imprisonment for 20 years.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, in this case, those colluding with external forces in doing so can face a life sentence, as per the bill.</p>

<p>In the same way, those committing a sedition offence can be imprisoned for seven years but if they joined hands with an external force, the penalty will be increased to 10 years.</p>

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A new national security bill was unveiled by Hong Kong on Friday (Mar 8) which proposed a punishment of life imprisonment for those committing offences like insurrection and treason, as China further tightens its rule over the global financial hub.

A new national security bill was unveiled by Hong Kong on Friday (Mar 8) which proposed a punishment of life imprisonment for those committing offences like insurrection and treason, as China further tightens its rule over the global financial hub. The bill has raised concern over the declining freedom in the city after a similar law four years ago had successfully curbed dissent in all forms. The proposed new law will increase the power of the government in eradicating any challenges to Chinese rule, if at all it rises in future. The law will also enable targeting external interference, espionage, and protection of state secrets. Also Read: No social media ban in Hong Kong under security law, affirms minister Harsher punishment, high penalties dominate national security bill The law will impose tougher punishment on individuals joining hands with external forces to carry out some illegal acts like sabotage and sedition. In the wake of Hong Kong leader John Lee's appeal to wrap the legislative process “at full speed,” the debate on the bill will be started by the lawmakers on Friday (Mar 8), in a meeting which has been arranged with an aim to expedite the bill. It is likely that the bill will pass easily in weeks in a legislature which is filled with Beijing loyalists. If the bill is passed, those instigating a foreign nation to invade China will also face punishment with life imprisonment being the maximum penalty for committing the offence of treason. The bill also proposes committing violence in a reckless way and endangering the public safety of the city to be considered as insurrection. Watch: Dior's Hong Kong showcase on indefinite hold The government further called for harsher penalties for citizens joining hands with foreign forces to commit certain offences. The maximum penalty suggested for those damaging public infrastructure, like the airport and other public transport, with the intention of threatening national security is imprisonment for 20 years. However, in this case, those colluding with external forces in doing so can face a life sentence, as per the bill. In the same way, those committing a sedition offence can be imprisoned for seven years but if they joined hands with an external force, the penalty will be increased to 10 years. (With inputs from agencies)

Hong Kong brings new national security bill which speaks of wiping dissent

<p>United States President Joe Biden made another major gaffe on&nbsp;camera as he announced his&nbsp;country will be airdropping food and supplies into "Ukraine" when what he meant to say was the Gaza Strip.</p>

<p>The remarks were made by Biden while speaking with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.</p>

<p>"In the coming days, we're going to join with our friends in Jordan and others who are providing airdrops of additional food and supplies", said the president, adding that the United States will "seek to open up other avenues, including possibly a marine corridor".</p>

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<p>However, Biden twice made the mistake of saying that airdrops would be made in Ukraine, which forced White House officials to clarify that he was actually talking about Gaza.</p>

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<p>"We're going to join with our friends in Jordan and others in providing airdrops of, additional food and supplies into Ukraine (Gaza) and, seek to continue to open up other avenues in Ukraine (Gaza), including the possibility of a marine corridor, deliver large amounts of humanitarian assistance in addition to expanding deliveries by land," the president said.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>White House clarifies Joe Biden's gaffe&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Later, White House spokesman John Kirby, while speaking to the reporters, said that Joe Biden was "referring to Gaza" in his remarks.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Another goof-up was made by Biden earlier this month when he called Egyptian President Abd el-Fattah Saeed Hussein Khalil El-Sisi the "President of Mexico".&nbsp;</p>

<p>The mistake happened while he was speaking about convincing El-Sisi to open Rafah Border Crossing's gates that Egypt shares with Gaza for more humanitarian aid to enter the Palestinian region.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Israel War: 'Massacre' in Gaza as Israeli forces kill dozens of aid seekers</strong></p>

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<p>Immediately, he made the mistake of angrily denying special counsel Robert Hur's claims that his memory is "poor" and "faulty". The health of Joe Biden has often been under scrutiny because of his frequent goof-ups.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, Biden's doctor on February 29 said that the US president went through an annual physical examination and "continues to be fit for duty".</p>

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United States President Joe Biden made another major gaffe on camera as he announced his country will be airdropping food and supplies into "Ukraine" when what he meant to say was the Gaza Strip.

United States President Joe Biden made another major gaffe on camera as he announced his country will be airdropping food and supplies into "Ukraine" when what he meant to say was the Gaza Strip. The remarks were made by Biden while speaking with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. "In the coming days, we're going to join with our friends in Jordan and others who are providing airdrops of additional food and supplies", said the president, adding that the United States will "seek to open up other avenues, including possibly a marine corridor". Also Read: US to start airdrops of aid into Gaza in days ahead: Biden However, Biden twice made the mistake of saying that airdrops would be made in Ukraine, which forced White House officials to clarify that he was actually talking about Gaza. 🇺🇸🚨‼️ Biden wants to air drop supplies into Ukraine … 🤷‍♂️ Send it to Gaza … pic.twitter.com/hy9EPeYseL — Lord Bebo (@MyLordBebo) March 1, 2024 × "We're going to join with our friends in Jordan and others in providing airdrops of, additional food and supplies into Ukraine (Gaza) and, seek to continue to open up other avenues in Ukraine (Gaza), including the possibility of a marine corridor, deliver large amounts of humanitarian assistance in addition to expanding deliveries by land," the president said. White House clarifies Joe Biden's gaffe Later, White House spokesman John Kirby, while speaking to the reporters, said that Joe Biden was "referring to Gaza" in his remarks. John Kirby immediately walks back Biden's announcement of air drops "into Ukraine": "He was referring to Gaza." pic.twitter.com/E6x6j9ealL — RNC Research (@RNCResearch) March 1, 2024 × Another goof-up was made by Biden earlier this month when he called Egyptian President Abd el-Fattah Saeed Hussein Khalil El-Sisi the "President of Mexico". The mistake happened while he was speaking about convincing El-Sisi to open Rafah Border Crossing's gates that Egypt shares with Gaza for more humanitarian aid to enter the Palestinian region. Watch: Israel War: 'Massacre' in Gaza as Israeli forces kill dozens of aid seekers Immediately, he made the mistake of angrily denying special counsel Robert Hur's claims that his memory is "poor" and "faulty". The health of Joe Biden has often been under scrutiny because of his frequent goof-ups. However, Biden's doctor on February 29 said that the US president went through an annual physical examination and "continues to be fit for duty". (With inputs from agencies)

Watch: Biden makes another gaffe, mixes up Ukraine and Gaza in aid airdrop announcement

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