<p>A young person is accused of urinating on a senior citizen couple, who were travelling in an AC coach of Sampark Kranti Express in the north Indian state of Uttar Pradesh.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The incident happened on Wednesday (Oct 4) inside coach B3 when the train travelled towards Virangana Lakshmibai Jhansi Junction.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The elderly couple was lying on lower berths number 57 and 60 when the man, who is in his early twenties, allegedly urinated on them and their luggage. They were left in a state of shock.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"It was traumatic for us. Our journey to the national capital was supposed to be peaceful, but never in our dreams did we think that somebody would literally urinate on us," said one of the passengers, who is a retired orthopaedic from the Banaras Hindu University (BHU).&nbsp;</p>

<p>The accused man had boarded the train from Mahoba and was travelling on the side lower berth number 63. In media reports, he has been identified as Ritesh from Qutub Vihar, southwest Delhi.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The victim said, "The youth was under heavy influence of alcohol. After he urinated on us and our luggage, fellow passengers alerted the coach attendant and TTE. It was like hell, everything was wet and stinky. The accused was taken away at Jhansi railway station."&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Sikkim flash floods leave trail of destruction&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p>Onboard TTE Basruddin Khan immediately called the housekeeping staff to sanitise the coach, the news agency IANS reported citing an official source.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He later gave a memo to RPF Jhansi about the incident and handed over Ritesh to them for further legal action.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Manoj Singh, PRO of Jhansi division, North Central Railway, said: "Ritesh has been booked under Railway Act 145 (drunkenness or nuisance)."&nbsp;</p>

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A young person is accused of urinating on a senior citizen couple, who were travelling in an AC coach of Sampark Kranti Express in the north Indian state of Uttar Pradesh.

A young person is accused of urinating on a senior citizen couple, who were travelling in an AC coach of Sampark Kranti Express in the north Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. The incident happened on Wednesday (Oct 4) inside coach B3 when the train travelled towards Virangana Lakshmibai Jhansi Junction. The elderly couple was lying on lower berths number 57 and 60 when the man, who is in his early twenties, allegedly urinated on them and their luggage. They were left in a state of shock. Also read: PM Modi as 'Biggest liar', Rahul Gandhi as 'Ravan': Political poster war breaks out in India "It was traumatic for us. Our journey to the national capital was supposed to be peaceful, but never in our dreams did we think that somebody would literally urinate on us," said one of the passengers, who is a retired orthopaedic from the Banaras Hindu University (BHU). The accused man had boarded the train from Mahoba and was travelling on the side lower berth number 63. In media reports, he has been identified as Ritesh from Qutub Vihar, southwest Delhi. The victim said, "The youth was under heavy influence of alcohol. After he urinated on us and our luggage, fellow passengers alerted the coach attendant and TTE. It was like hell, everything was wet and stinky. The accused was taken away at Jhansi railway station." Also read: ISRO to take possession of Gaganyaan Crew Module for helicopter-drop tests Watch: Sikkim flash floods leave trail of destruction × Onboard TTE Basruddin Khan immediately called the housekeeping staff to sanitise the coach, the news agency IANS reported citing an official source. He later gave a memo to RPF Jhansi about the incident and handed over Ritesh to them for further legal action. Manoj Singh, PRO of Jhansi division, North Central Railway, said: "Ritesh has been booked under Railway Act 145 (drunkenness or nuisance)." (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Former United States president Donald Trump on Friday (Oct 6) endorsed hard-right Republican, Ohio congressman Jim Jordan, for the job of speaker of the House of Representatives succeeding Kevin McCarthy, who was ousted by his own party in an unprecedented vote.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Taking to his Truth Social social media platform, Trump wrote: "Congressman Jim Jordan has been a STAR long before making his very successful journey to Washington, DC, representing Ohio's 4th Congressional District."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The former president added, "he (Jim Jordan) will be a GREAT Speaker of the House &amp; has my Complete &amp; Total Endorsement!"&nbsp;</p>

<p>Just a few hours before the post, Trump had offered to temporarily take up the role, which was left vacant this week after McCarthy was axed in a historic rebellion by far-right members of his own party.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Rumours suggest Trump's potential first visit to the US Capitol since the attack on January 6, 2021, and then the ex-president also suggested that he might step in as speaker on an interim basis.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier, Trump had told Fox News that he had "been asked to speak as a unifier because I have so many friends in Congress".</p>

<p>"If they don't get the vote, they have asked me if I would consider taking the speakership until they get somebody longer-term, because I am running for president," he said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>However, former Republican congresswoman Barbara Comstock told CNN that Trump would not be eligible for the role because he has been charged with criminal offences.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Unfortunately he doesn't know the House rules, which say if you're indicted you cannot be in House leadership," Comstock said.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Study finds more people moving into high flood zones&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>Who is Jim Jordan?&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Jordan is a longtime Trump loyalist and founding member of the hard-right House Freedom Caucus.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Jordan, 59, is among a list of contenders to replace McCarthy and has been notably sceptical of US funding to Ukraine.</p>

<p>He has also been spearheading an impeachment investigation against President Joe Biden that has irritated mainstream colleagues.&nbsp;</p>

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Former United States president Donald Trump on Friday (Oct 6) endorsed hard-right Republican, Ohio congressman Jim Jordan, for the job of speaker of the House of Representatives succeeding Kevin McCarthy, who was ousted by his own party in an unprecedented vote. Taking to his Truth Social social media platform, Trump wrote: "Congressman Jim Jordan has been a STAR long before making his very successful journey to Washington, DC, representing Ohio's 4th Congressional District." The former president added, "he (Jim Jordan) will be a GREAT Speaker of the House & has my Complete & Total Endorsement!" Just a few hours before the post, Trump had offered to temporarily take up the role, which was left vacant this week after McCarthy was axed in a historic rebellion by far-right members of his own party. Also read: Explained - America's 'great' wall | Biden carries on Trump's legacy Rumours suggest Trump's potential first visit to the US Capitol since the attack on January 6, 2021, and then the ex-president also suggested that he might step in as speaker on an interim basis. Earlier, Trump had told Fox News that he had "been asked to speak as a unifier because I have so many friends in Congress". "If they don't get the vote, they have asked me if I would consider taking the speakership until they get somebody longer-term, because I am running for president," he said. Also read: United Nations urges Iran to free Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi However, former Republican congresswoman Barbara Comstock told CNN that Trump would not be eligible for the role because he has been charged with criminal offences. "Unfortunately he doesn't know the House rules, which say if you're indicted you cannot be in House leadership," Comstock said. Watch: Study finds more people moving into high flood zones × Who is Jim Jordan? Jordan is a longtime Trump loyalist and founding member of the hard-right House Freedom Caucus. Jordan, 59, is among a list of contenders to replace McCarthy and has been notably sceptical of US funding to Ukraine. He has also been spearheading an impeachment investigation against President Joe Biden that has irritated mainstream colleagues. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Pakistan's former prime minister Nawaz Sharif on Friday (Oct 6) submitted his medical reports to the Lahore High Court (LHC) in anticipation of seeking protective bail ahead of his scheduled return to the country on October 21.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The documents mentioned that Nawaz had "some residual anginal symptoms" and he would need "frequent follow-up investigations" in London and Pakistan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Angina is chest pain or discomfort that occurs when part of your heart muscle does not get enough oxygen-rich blood. It is also known as angina pectoris. It is a common symptom of coronary heart disease.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Nawaz was convicted in the Al-Azizia Mills and Avenfield corruption cases in 2018. The 73-year-old has been living in self-imposed exile in London since November 2019. He was serving a seven-year imprisonment at Lahore's Kot Lakhpat jail in the Al-Azizia Mills case before he was allowed to proceed to London in 2019 on "medical grounds".&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the PML-N, Nawaz will manage to secure protective bail ahead of his scheduled arrival and he will surrender to court in the Al Azizia corruption case on Oct 21 after addressing the nation at a rally at the Minar-e-Pakistan, Lahore.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The medical report has been signed by Professor Carlo Di Mario, who is a consultant cardiologist at the Royal Brompton and Harefield Hospitals.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As quoted by local reports, Mario said: "We first tried medical treatment, strengthening his antianginal therapy. His persistent anginal symptoms and restrictions imposed by the Covid-19 epidemic precluded a safe return of Nawaz to Pakistan."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Mario said that another angioplasty was conducted in November 2022 which targeted an "occluded left circumflexed artery"&nbsp;when Nawaz's symptoms "worsened".&nbsp;</p>

<p>The cardiologist said, "It required rotational atherectomy, intravascular lithotripsy, multiple stents deployed and expanded under IVUS (Intravascular ultrasound) guidance. (Nawaz) Sharif still has some residual anginal symptoms due to diffuse distal coronary disease in a patient with diabetes and multiple other comorbidities that would required frequent follow-up investigations both in London and Pakistan."&nbsp;</p>

<p>On Friday, PML-N president and former premier Shehbaz Sharif said&nbsp;that all preparations have been finalised to welcome his elder brother back to Lahore.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He said Nawaz would return and steer the country out of the economic crisis. Nawaz will be PML-N's candidate for prime minister, he added.</p>

<p>The Election Commission of Pakistan has announced the end of January 2024 for holding of general elections.</p>

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Pakistan's former prime minister Nawaz Sharif on Friday (Oct 6) submitted his medical reports to the Lahore High Court (LHC) in anticipation of seeking protective bail ahead of his scheduled return to the country on October 21.

Pakistan's former prime minister Nawaz Sharif on Friday (Oct 6) submitted his medical reports to the Lahore High Court (LHC) in anticipation of seeking protective bail ahead of his scheduled return to the country on October 21. The documents mentioned that Nawaz had "some residual anginal symptoms" and he would need "frequent follow-up investigations" in London and Pakistan. Angina is chest pain or discomfort that occurs when part of your heart muscle does not get enough oxygen-rich blood. It is also known as angina pectoris. It is a common symptom of coronary heart disease. Also read: Pakistan tightens control on Afghan transit trade, imposes fee; bans 212 items Nawaz was convicted in the Al-Azizia Mills and Avenfield corruption cases in 2018. The 73-year-old has been living in self-imposed exile in London since November 2019. He was serving a seven-year imprisonment at Lahore's Kot Lakhpat jail in the Al-Azizia Mills case before he was allowed to proceed to London in 2019 on "medical grounds". According to the PML-N, Nawaz will manage to secure protective bail ahead of his scheduled arrival and he will surrender to court in the Al Azizia corruption case on Oct 21 after addressing the nation at a rally at the Minar-e-Pakistan, Lahore. The medical report has been signed by Professor Carlo Di Mario, who is a consultant cardiologist at the Royal Brompton and Harefield Hospitals. Also read: Bangladesh receives first shipment of uranium fuel from Russia for its $12bn plant Watch: Dengue death toll crosses 1,000-mark in Bangladesh × As quoted by local reports, Mario said: "We first tried medical treatment, strengthening his antianginal therapy. His persistent anginal symptoms and restrictions imposed by the Covid-19 epidemic precluded a safe return of Nawaz to Pakistan." Mario said that another angioplasty was conducted in November 2022 which targeted an "occluded left circumflexed artery" when Nawaz's symptoms "worsened". The cardiologist said, "It required rotational atherectomy, intravascular lithotripsy, multiple stents deployed and expanded under IVUS (Intravascular ultrasound) guidance. (Nawaz) Sharif still has some residual anginal symptoms due to diffuse distal coronary disease in a patient with diabetes and multiple other comorbidities that would required frequent follow-up investigations both in London and Pakistan." On Friday, PML-N president and former premier Shehbaz Sharif said that all preparations have been finalised to welcome his elder brother back to Lahore. He said Nawaz would return and steer the country out of the economic crisis. Nawaz will be PML-N's candidate for prime minister, he added. The Election Commission of Pakistan has announced the end of January 2024 for holding of general elections. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Meta's stickers generated by artificial intelligence (AI) are problematic, several users have complained. Some users have complained that the AI-generated stickers are lewd, rude, and sometimes nude.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On social media platforms, users have shared images of the stickers which show cartoon characters wielding weapons, naked celebrities, and child soldiers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Last week, parent company Meta unveiled a new feature, which allows Facebook,&nbsp;Messenger and Instagram users to generate stickers with AI by writing prompts.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Meta said in its blog post that "using technology from Llama 2 and our foundational model for image generation called Emu, our AI tool turns your text prompts into multiple unique, high-quality stickers in seconds".&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meta claimed that the new feature provides infinitely more options to convey how you're feeling at any moment.&nbsp;</p>

<p>3D artist and illustrator Pier-Olivier Desbiens said on X, "I don't think anyone involved has thought anything through."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Desbiens said he used the prompts 'Waluigi rifle', 'child soldier', 'Karl Marx large breasts' and 'Trudeau buttocks' and added, "We really do live in the stupidest future imaginable."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Another user shared an AI-generated sticker of conspiracy theorist Alex Jones, who can be seen kissing a dog. "It's completely unhinged," the user said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"We're also launching 28 more AIs in beta, with unique interests and personalities. Some are played by cultural icons and influencers, including Snoop Dogg, Tom Brady, Kendall Jenner, and Naomi Osaka," it added.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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Meta's stickers generated by artificial intelligence (AI) are problematic, several users have complained. Some users have complained that the AI-generated stickers are lewd, rude, and sometimes nude. On social media platforms, users have shared images of the stickers which show cartoon characters wielding weapons, naked celebrities, and child soldiers. Last week, parent company Meta unveiled a new feature, which allows Facebook, Messenger and Instagram users to generate stickers with AI by writing prompts. Also read: Elon Musk’s X, formerly Twitter, strips headlines from news story links for ‘aesthetics’ Meta said in its blog post that "using technology from Llama 2 and our foundational model for image generation called Emu, our AI tool turns your text prompts into multiple unique, high-quality stickers in seconds". Meta claimed that the new feature provides infinitely more options to convey how you're feeling at any moment. 3D artist and illustrator Pier-Olivier Desbiens said on X, "I don't think anyone involved has thought anything through." Also read: YouTube bug is allowing people to upload ‘undeletable’ porn videos Desbiens said he used the prompts 'Waluigi rifle', 'child soldier', 'Karl Marx large breasts' and 'Trudeau buttocks' and added, "We really do live in the stupidest future imaginable." Another user shared an AI-generated sticker of conspiracy theorist Alex Jones, who can be seen kissing a dog. "It's completely unhinged," the user said. found out that facebook messenger has ai generated stickers now and I don't think anyone involved has thought anything through pic.twitter.com/co987cRhyu — defend trans rights🏳️‍⚧️ - podesbiens.bsky.social (@Pioldes) October 3, 2023 × "We're introducing Meta AI in beta, an advanced conversational assistant that's available on WhatsApp, Messenger, and Instagram, and is coming to Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses and Quest 3. Meta AI can give you real-time information and generate photorealistic images from your text prompts in seconds to share with friends. (Available in the US only)," Meta said. "We're also launching 28 more AIs in beta, with unique interests and personalities. Some are played by cultural icons and influencers, including Snoop Dogg, Tom Brady, Kendall Jenner, and Naomi Osaka," it added. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday (Oct 5) touched upon a range of issues, including Wagner mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin's death, the Ukraine war, Indian leadership, and Canada's&nbsp;Nazi row, as he <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-slams-western-hegemony-and-warns-over-nuclear-testing-says-mission-is-to-create-new-world-643050">addressed a meeting of the Valdai Discussion Club</a>.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The club is a Moscow-based think tank and discussion forum and was established in 2004. The name of the club is after Lake Valdai, which is close to Veliky Novgorod, - a place where the first meeting of the club took place.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Here are the important points of the address:&nbsp;</strong></p>

<h2><strong>Russia-Ukraine war</strong></h2>

<p>Putin said that the Ukrainian economy and military power would last for "only a week" if the foreign aid stopped and also said that Europe is helping Ukraine at the expense of its own economy and people.</p>

<p>He said that Europe had opted to provide monetary aid&nbsp;to Ukraine, and in so doing had worsened its own economic fortunes and also dragged out the conflict.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Putin on nuclear testing</strong></h2>

<p>Putin said that there is a possibility that Russia could resume nuclear testing for the first time in more than three decades and might withdraw its ratification of a landmark nuclear test ban treaty.</p>

<p>The Russian leader&nbsp;said that no one in the world in their right mind would use nuclear weapons against Russia and that potential enemies knew about Moscow's nuclear arsenal.</p>

<p>In response to a question, Putin said he was not ready to declare whether or not Russia needed to resume nuclear weapons testing, saying that "theoretically we could revoke ratification" of the international nuclear test ban treaty.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Putin mentioned the Burevestnik as he said that Moscow had successfully tested a nuclear-powered and nuclear-capable cruise missile. He said that the capabilities of the Burevestnik are unmatched.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>On Indian leadership</strong></h2>

<p>Putin said that the Indian leadership is "self-directed" and led by the country's national interests.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"At a certain point in time, they tried to do the same with India. Now they are flirting, of course. We all understand this very well. We feel and see the situation in Asia. Everything is clear. I want to say that the Indian leadership is self-directed. It is led by the national interests," Putin said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He also alleged that the West was trying to cast everyone "who is not ready to blindly follow these Western elites as the enemy."</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/zelensky-alleges-brutal-russian-crime-in-ukraine-after-at-least-48-killed-in-strike-642980">Zelensky alleges 'brutal Russian crime' in Ukraine after at least 49 killed in strike</a>&nbsp;</strong></p>

<h2><strong>Canadian parliament's Nazi row</strong></h2>

<p>Putin called the Canadian parliament's standing ovation&nbsp;to honour a Ukrainian war veteran who served in Nazi Waffen SS units "disgusting". He said that it showed Moscow was right to "denazify" Ukraine.</p>

<p>Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau last month formally apologised after the speaker of the Canadian House of Commons, Anthony Rota, praised 98-year-old ex-soldier Yaroslav Hunka in the chamber in the presence of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Rota said he had made a mistake and resigned.</p>

<h2><strong>Putin on Wagner boss Prigozhin's death</strong></h2>

<p>During the address, Putin suggested that the plane crash which killed Wagner's chief in August was caused by hand grenades detonating inside the aircraft.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The private Embraer jet on which Prigozhin was travelling to St Petersburg crashed north of Moscow killing all 10 people on board on Aug 23, including two other top Wagner figures, Prigozhin's four bodyguards and a crew of three.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Fragments of hand grenades were found in the bodies of those killed in the crash," Putin said.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Putin on Armenia</strong></h2>

<p>Armenia did not listen to Russia's recommendations on Nagorno-Karabakh, Putin said around two weeks after an Azerbaijani invasion drove ethnic Armenians who had ruled the region for more than three decades to surrender.</p>

<p>Putin stated that Armenia remained a Russian friend and that Moscow was ready to assist the people of Karabakh, despite the fact that the majority of the ethnic Armenian population had already fled the region.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Putin targets US</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>Putin also accused the US of directing other countries on how to behave.</p>

<p>In his annual keynote speech at the Valdai Discussion Club, in Sochi, Putin targeted the US and said, "All the time, we hear 'You must', 'You have to', 'We're seriously warning you'. Who are you anyway? What right do you have to warn anyone? Maybe it’s time you yourself got rid of your arrogance and stopped behaving that way towards the world."&nbsp;</p>

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Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday (Oct 5) touched upon a range of issues, including Wagner mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin's death, the Ukraine war, Indian leadership, and Canada's Nazi row, as he addressed a meeting of the Valdai Discussion Club.

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday (Oct 5) touched upon a range of issues, including Wagner mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin's death, the Ukraine war, Indian leadership, and Canada's Nazi row, as he addressed a meeting of the Valdai Discussion Club. The club is a Moscow-based think tank and discussion forum and was established in 2004. The name of the club is after Lake Valdai, which is close to Veliky Novgorod, - a place where the first meeting of the club took place. Here are the important points of the address: Russia-Ukraine war Putin said that the Ukrainian economy and military power would last for "only a week" if the foreign aid stopped and also said that Europe is helping Ukraine at the expense of its own economy and people. He said that Europe had opted to provide monetary aid to Ukraine, and in so doing had worsened its own economic fortunes and also dragged out the conflict. Also read: Russia to set up naval base in breakaway Georgian region of Abkhazia Putin on nuclear testing Putin said that there is a possibility that Russia could resume nuclear testing for the first time in more than three decades and might withdraw its ratification of a landmark nuclear test ban treaty. The Russian leader said that no one in the world in their right mind would use nuclear weapons against Russia and that potential enemies knew about Moscow's nuclear arsenal. In response to a question, Putin said he was not ready to declare whether or not Russia needed to resume nuclear weapons testing, saying that "theoretically we could revoke ratification" of the international nuclear test ban treaty. Putin mentioned the Burevestnik as he said that Moscow had successfully tested a nuclear-powered and nuclear-capable cruise missile. He said that the capabilities of the Burevestnik are unmatched. On Indian leadership Putin said that the Indian leadership is "self-directed" and led by the country's national interests. "At a certain point in time, they tried to do the same with India. Now they are flirting, of course. We all understand this very well. We feel and see the situation in Asia. Everything is clear. I want to say that the Indian leadership is self-directed. It is led by the national interests," Putin said. He also alleged that the West was trying to cast everyone "who is not ready to blindly follow these Western elites as the enemy." Also read: Zelensky alleges 'brutal Russian crime' in Ukraine after at least 49 killed in strike Canadian parliament's Nazi row Putin called the Canadian parliament's standing ovation to honour a Ukrainian war veteran who served in Nazi Waffen SS units "disgusting". He said that it showed Moscow was right to "denazify" Ukraine. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau last month formally apologised after the speaker of the Canadian House of Commons, Anthony Rota, praised 98-year-old ex-soldier Yaroslav Hunka in the chamber in the presence of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Rota said he had made a mistake and resigned. Putin on Wagner boss Prigozhin's death During the address, Putin suggested that the plane crash which killed Wagner's chief in August was caused by hand grenades detonating inside the aircraft. The private Embraer jet on which Prigozhin was travelling to St Petersburg crashed north of Moscow killing all 10 people on board on Aug 23, including two other top Wagner figures, Prigozhin's four bodyguards and a crew of three. "Fragments of hand grenades were found in the bodies of those killed in the crash," Putin said. Watch: How long does Ukraine have to save itself? NATO's weapons reserves dwindle × Putin on Armenia Armenia did not listen to Russia's recommendations on Nagorno-Karabakh, Putin said around two weeks after an Azerbaijani invasion drove ethnic Armenians who had ruled the region for more than three decades to surrender. Putin stated that Armenia remained a Russian friend and that Moscow was ready to assist the people of Karabakh, despite the fact that the majority of the ethnic Armenian population had already fled the region. Putin targets US Putin also accused the US of directing other countries on how to behave. In his annual keynote speech at the Valdai Discussion Club, in Sochi, Putin targeted the US and said, "All the time, we hear 'You must', 'You have to', 'We're seriously warning you'. Who are you anyway? What right do you have to warn anyone? Maybe it’s time you yourself got rid of your arrogance and stopped behaving that way towards the world." (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Amid escalating tensions between Beijing and Manila, China on Wednesday (Oct 5) said that it has again warned the Philippine vessels, which apparently were linked to a mission of supplying troops stationed in disputed waters in the South China Sea, South China Morning Post reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per the report, China claimed that two Philippine supply boats and two coastguard vessels were spotted making an "unapproved" entry close to the Second Thomas Shoal, known as Renai Jiao in China.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As quoted, marine police spokesman Gan Yu said that the Chinese coastguard had "warned, followed and effectively regulated" the vessels.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He said that it would continue to carry out activities in the waters because China had "indisputable sovereignty" in the area.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Philippine supply ships and two coast guard ships entered the waters ... in China's Nansha Islands without permission from the Chinese government," Gan said in a post on the official website, using China's name for the Spratly Islands.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, the Philippines said on Wednesday that it had successfully sent supplies to its troops stationed on a World War II-era transport ship-turned-military outpost on the atoll despite attempts by China's coast guard to block it.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It said that "a significant number of China's coastguard and maritime militia vessels" had attempted to "block, harass and interfere" with a routine rotation and resupply mission.&nbsp;</p>

<p>BRP Sierra Madre is a dilapidated Philippine Navy ship that has been aground since 1999. It became a Philippine military detachment on the disputed Second Thomas Shoal.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Tensions have escalated between Beijing and Manila in the aftermath of incidents, such as&nbsp;the intervention of Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) resupply missions by China, announcing its "10-dash line" map, and setting up a floating barrier near the Scarborough Shoal.&nbsp;</p>

<p>China claims sovereignty over almost the entire South China Sea, pointing to a line on its maps that cuts into the exclusive economic zones of Vietnam, the Philippines, Malaysia, Brunei and Indonesia. The Permanent Court of Arbitration in 2016 said that the line on China's maps had no legal basis.</p>

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Amid escalating tensions between Beijing and Manila, China on Wednesday (Oct 5) said that it has again warned the Philippine vessels, which apparently were linked to a mission of supplying troops stationed in disputed waters in the South China Sea, South China Morning Post reported.

Amid escalating tensions between Beijing and Manila, China on Wednesday (Oct 5) said that it has again warned the Philippine vessels, which apparently were linked to a mission of supplying troops stationed in disputed waters in the South China Sea, South China Morning Post reported. As per the report, China claimed that two Philippine supply boats and two coastguard vessels were spotted making an "unapproved" entry close to the Second Thomas Shoal, known as Renai Jiao in China. As quoted, marine police spokesman Gan Yu said that the Chinese coastguard had "warned, followed and effectively regulated" the vessels. He said that it would continue to carry out activities in the waters because China had "indisputable sovereignty" in the area. "Philippine supply ships and two coast guard ships entered the waters ... in China's Nansha Islands without permission from the Chinese government," Gan said in a post on the official website, using China's name for the Spratly Islands. Also read: Putin slams Western 'hegemony', warns of resuming nuclear testing, says mission is to create 'new world' Meanwhile, the Philippines said on Wednesday that it had successfully sent supplies to its troops stationed on a World War II-era transport ship-turned-military outpost on the atoll despite attempts by China's coast guard to block it. It said that "a significant number of China's coastguard and maritime militia vessels" had attempted to "block, harass and interfere" with a routine rotation and resupply mission. BRP Sierra Madre is a dilapidated Philippine Navy ship that has been aground since 1999. It became a Philippine military detachment on the disputed Second Thomas Shoal. Also read: Sikkim flash floods: Death toll rises to 18, six Indian army personnel killed; nearly 100 still missing Watch: How Long Does Ukraine Have to Save Itself? NATO's Weapons Reserves Dwindle × Tensions have escalated between Beijing and Manila in the aftermath of incidents, such as the intervention of Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) resupply missions by China, announcing its "10-dash line" map, and setting up a floating barrier near the Scarborough Shoal. China claims sovereignty over almost the entire South China Sea, pointing to a line on its maps that cuts into the exclusive economic zones of Vietnam, the Philippines, Malaysia, Brunei and Indonesia. The Permanent Court of Arbitration in 2016 said that the line on China's maps had no legal basis. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has subsided, but its impact can still be seen as long Covid. However, scientists now suggest that symptoms that last for a long time could be because of "long colds", which are just as common as long Covid.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Researchers at the Queen Mary University of London found that people experience long-term symptoms even after respiratory infections that test negative for Covid.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the aftereffects of Covid, coughing, stomach pain and diarrhoea were among some of the most common symptoms of a long cold as they used to last for more than four weeks.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, in the latest research, published in The Lancet's EClinicalMedicine journal, it is said that in some of cases, people may suffer long-term effects from colds, flu or pneumonia.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The researchers said, "Our findings suggest that there may be long-lasting health impacts from other respiratory infections that are going unrecognised, although we do not yet have evidence that these symptoms have a similar duration to long Covid."&nbsp;</p>

<p>To carry out the study, experts analysed data from over 10,000 people who were taking part in the Covidence UK study into coronavirus in the population.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The study said that researchers included participants — 12.9% with SARS-CoV-2 infection and 4.6% with non-Covid acute respiratory infections (ARI).&nbsp;</p>

<p>Researchers found that both types of infection were associated with increased prevalence and severity of most symptoms and decreased health-related quality of life compared with no infection.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The study said that participants with SARS-CoV-2 infection had increased odds of problems with taste and smell and lightheadedness or dizziness compared with participants with non-Covid ARIs.</p>

<p>Professor Adrian Martineau, who is from Queen Mary University of London, told the PA news agency that the results showed that 22% of people with Covid suffered prolonged symptoms after infection, as did 22% of those who had an infection that was not Covid.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Martineau, who also worked on the study, said there was a "similar risk of prolonged symptoms" irrespective of whether it was caused by Covid or non-Covid infection.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Lead author Giulia Vivaldi from the Queen Mary University of London, said: "Our findings shine a light not only on the impact of long Covid on people's lives, but also other respiratory infections. A lack of awareness – or even the lack of a common term – prevents both reporting and diagnosis of these conditions."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"As research into long Covid continues, we need to take the opportunity to investigate and consider the lasting effects of other acute respiratory infections. These 'long' infections are so difficult to diagnose and treat primarily because of a lack of diagnostic tests and there being so many possible symptoms. There have been more than 200 (symptoms) investigated for long Covid alone," Vivaldi added.&nbsp;</p>

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The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has subsided, but its impact can still be seen as long Covid. However, scientists now suggest that symptoms that last for a long time could be because of "long colds", which are just as common as long Covid. Researchers at the Queen Mary University of London found that people experience long-term symptoms even after respiratory infections that test negative for Covid. In the aftereffects of Covid, coughing, stomach pain and diarrhoea were among some of the most common symptoms of a long cold as they used to last for more than four weeks. Meanwhile, in the latest research, published in The Lancet's EClinicalMedicine journal, it is said that in some of cases, people may suffer long-term effects from colds, flu or pneumonia. Also read: World food price index 'mostly stable' in September; Sugar prices hit 13-year high due to El Nino: FAO The researchers said, "Our findings suggest that there may be long-lasting health impacts from other respiratory infections that are going unrecognised, although we do not yet have evidence that these symptoms have a similar duration to long Covid." To carry out the study, experts analysed data from over 10,000 people who were taking part in the Covidence UK study into coronavirus in the population. The study said that researchers included participants — 12.9% with SARS-CoV-2 infection and 4.6% with non-Covid acute respiratory infections (ARI). Researchers found that both types of infection were associated with increased prevalence and severity of most symptoms and decreased health-related quality of life compared with no infection. Also read: Italy gets ready for possible evacuations from super volcano near Naples The study said that participants with SARS-CoV-2 infection had increased odds of problems with taste and smell and lightheadedness or dizziness compared with participants with non-Covid ARIs. Professor Adrian Martineau, who is from Queen Mary University of London, told the PA news agency that the results showed that 22% of people with Covid suffered prolonged symptoms after infection, as did 22% of those who had an infection that was not Covid. Martineau, who also worked on the study, said there was a "similar risk of prolonged symptoms" irrespective of whether it was caused by Covid or non-Covid infection. Watch: Snakebite cases on the rise in rural India × Lead author Giulia Vivaldi from the Queen Mary University of London, said: "Our findings shine a light not only on the impact of long Covid on people's lives, but also other respiratory infections. A lack of awareness – or even the lack of a common term – prevents both reporting and diagnosis of these conditions." "As research into long Covid continues, we need to take the opportunity to investigate and consider the lasting effects of other acute respiratory infections. These 'long' infections are so difficult to diagnose and treat primarily because of a lack of diagnostic tests and there being so many possible symptoms. There have been more than 200 (symptoms) investigated for long Covid alone," Vivaldi added. The researchers have also said that more studies are requited for a better understanding of long-Covid. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>The Ukrainian prosecutor general said at least 51&nbsp;people were killed, including a six-year-old boy, in a Russian strike on Thursday (Oct 5) in Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said&nbsp;on the messaging app Telegram that Russia targeted a grocery store, describing the attack as a "brutal Russian crime".&nbsp;</p>

<p>Zelensky said the strike had slammed into the Kupiansk district, which borders Russia. In the war-battered region, Russian forces have been pushing to recapture territory they lost last year to Ukrainian troops.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a statement on social media, Zelensky said: "The brutal Russian crime of hitting an ordinary grocery store with a rocket is a completely deliberate terrorist attack."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Zelensky posted an image of a woman kneeling over the body of someone apparently killed in the strike, with other corpses strewn around her, while rescue workers worked nearby.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>An official said that the victims were gathered for a wake. "It was a wake for a fellow villager who died," Interior Minister Igor Klymenko was quoted as saying by the Interfax Ukraine news agency.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kharkiv region governor Oleh Synehubov said that a cafe and a shop had been attacked at around 13:15 (10:15 GMT) in the village of Hroza in the Kupyansk district of Kharkiv and that many civilians had been there at the time.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Synehubov said on the Telegram messaging app, "The rescuers continue to work on the site."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The village is around 30 kilometres west of Kupiansk, a frontline town. It s estimated to have had a pre-war population of around 500 people.&nbsp;</p>

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The Ukrainian prosecutor general said at least 51 people were killed, including a six-year-old boy, in a Russian strike on Thursday (Oct 5) in Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on the messaging app Telegram that Russia targeted a grocery store, describing the attack as a "brutal Russian crime".

The Ukrainian prosecutor general said at least 51 people were killed, including a six-year-old boy, in a Russian strike on Thursday (Oct 5) in Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on the messaging app Telegram that Russia targeted a grocery store, describing the attack as a "brutal Russian crime". Zelensky said the strike had slammed into the Kupiansk district, which borders Russia. In the war-battered region, Russian forces have been pushing to recapture territory they lost last year to Ukrainian troops. In a statement on social media, Zelensky said: "The brutal Russian crime of hitting an ordinary grocery store with a rocket is a completely deliberate terrorist attack." Zelensky posted an image of a woman kneeling over the body of someone apparently killed in the strike, with other corpses strewn around her, while rescue workers worked nearby. Also read: Russia to set up naval base in breakaway Georgian region of Abkhazia Watch: Ukraine conflict kills 10,000 civilians, deaths in Ukraine rises this year × Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of photos and videos shared on social media. BREAKING: Russia has reportedly carried out an artillery strike of a grocery store in the village of Grozna in the Kupiansk district of Ukraine, killing at least 48 people (all or mostly all civilians). - At least one child was killed and 47 others. - “Rescuers continue to… pic.twitter.com/thyq9yEoWi — Brian Krassenstein (@krassenstein) October 5, 2023 × Also read: Russia says no plans for additional mobilisation to fight in Ukraine, 335,000 signed up so far this year An official said that the victims were gathered for a wake. "It was a wake for a fellow villager who died," Interior Minister Igor Klymenko was quoted as saying by the Interfax Ukraine news agency. Kharkiv region governor Oleh Synehubov said that a cafe and a shop had been attacked at around 13:15 (10:15 GMT) in the village of Hroza in the Kupyansk district of Kharkiv and that many civilians had been there at the time. Synehubov said on the Telegram messaging app, "The rescuers continue to work on the site." The village is around 30 kilometres west of Kupiansk, a frontline town. It s estimated to have had a pre-war population of around 500 people. Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Zelensky alleges 'brutal Russian crime' in Ukraine after at least 51 killed in strike

<p>Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday (Oct 5) that Moscow is aiming to create a "new world" as he blamed the Western hegemony for a grinding offensive in Ukraine. The Russian leader also portrayed the war in Ukraine as a part of a long-standing confrontation with the West.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Putin claimed Russia had “practically finished work on the modern strategic weapons that I have been talking about and I announced a few years ago”.</p>

<p>He&nbsp;once again issued a nuclear threat and added that the&nbsp;‘Satan-2’ and ‘Flying Chernobyl’ missiles would be ready soon.</p>

<p>“From the moment the launch of missiles is detected, no matter where it comes from - from any point of the world ocean or from any territory - such a number, so many hundreds of our missiles appear in the air in a retaliatory strike that there is no chance of survival there will be no single enemy left, and in several directions at once," Putin said.</p>

<p>Putin said Russia is "tasked, essentially, with building a new world" and further added that the West was aiming for global "hegemony". Putin said, "The West always needs an enemy."&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a stark warning to the West, Putin said that Russia could resume nuclear testing for the first time in over three decades and might withdraw its ratification of a landmark nuclear test ban treaty.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Putin mentioned the Burevestnik as he said that Moscow had successfully tested a nuclear-powered and nuclear-capable cruise missile. He said that the capabilities of the Burevestnik are unmatched.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Putin also said that no one in the world in their right mind would use nuclear weapons against Russia and that potential enemies knew about Russia's nuclear arsenal.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Kremlin chief said there was no need to change Russia's nuclear doctrine, however, as any attack on Russia would provoke a split-second response with hundreds of nuclear missiles.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On the nuclear doctrine, Putin said, "Do we need to change this? And why? Everything can be changed but I just don't see the need for it."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I think no person of sound mind and clear memory would think of using nuclear weapons against Russia," he said.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Putin targets US&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Putin also accused the US of directing other countries on how to behave.</p>

<p>In his annual keynote speech at the Valdai Discussion Club, in Sochi, Putin targeted the US and said, "All the time, we hear 'You must', 'You have to', 'We're seriously warning you'. Who are you anyway? What right do you have to warn anyone? Maybe it’s time you yourself got rid of your arrogance and stopped behaving that way towards the world."&nbsp;</p>

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<h2>Ukraine war not a 'territorial one'&nbsp;</h2>

<p>The Russian leader said that the conflict in Ukraine was "not a territorial" one and that Moscow has "no interests from the point of view of conquering some territories."&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the aftermath of the war, Russia's army occupies large swathes of southern and eastern Ukraine, and Putin has formally annexed four Ukrainian regions: Kherson, Zaporizhzhia, Donetsk and Lugansk. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Putin has consistently said that Ukrainian territory was historically Russian and questioned Ukrainian statehood.&nbsp;</p>

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Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday (Oct 5) that Moscow is aiming to create a "new world" as he blamed the Western hegemony for a grinding offensive in Ukraine.

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday (Oct 5) that Moscow is aiming to create a "new world" as he blamed the Western hegemony for a grinding offensive in Ukraine. The Russian leader also portrayed the war in Ukraine as a part of a long-standing confrontation with the West. Putin claimed Russia had “practically finished work on the modern strategic weapons that I have been talking about and I announced a few years ago”. He once again issued a nuclear threat and added that the ‘Satan-2’ and ‘Flying Chernobyl’ missiles would be ready soon. “From the moment the launch of missiles is detected, no matter where it comes from - from any point of the world ocean or from any territory - such a number, so many hundreds of our missiles appear in the air in a retaliatory strike that there is no chance of survival there will be no single enemy left, and in several directions at once," Putin said. Putin said Russia is "tasked, essentially, with building a new world" and further added that the West was aiming for global "hegemony". Putin said, "The West always needs an enemy." In a stark warning to the West, Putin said that Russia could resume nuclear testing for the first time in over three decades and might withdraw its ratification of a landmark nuclear test ban treaty. Also read: Zelensky alleges 'brutal Russian crime' in Ukraine after at least 49 killed in strike Putin mentioned the Burevestnik as he said that Moscow had successfully tested a nuclear-powered and nuclear-capable cruise missile. He said that the capabilities of the Burevestnik are unmatched. Putin also said that no one in the world in their right mind would use nuclear weapons against Russia and that potential enemies knew about Russia's nuclear arsenal. The Kremlin chief said there was no need to change Russia's nuclear doctrine, however, as any attack on Russia would provoke a split-second response with hundreds of nuclear missiles. On the nuclear doctrine, Putin said, "Do we need to change this? And why? Everything can be changed but I just don't see the need for it." "I think no person of sound mind and clear memory would think of using nuclear weapons against Russia," he said. Watch: Ex-German ambassador to NATO on war in Ukraine & impact of US Elections × Putin targets US Putin also accused the US of directing other countries on how to behave. In his annual keynote speech at the Valdai Discussion Club, in Sochi, Putin targeted the US and said, "All the time, we hear 'You must', 'You have to', 'We're seriously warning you'. Who are you anyway? What right do you have to warn anyone? Maybe it’s time you yourself got rid of your arrogance and stopped behaving that way towards the world." Also read: Russia to set up naval base in breakaway Georgian region of Abkhazia Ukraine war not a 'territorial one' The Russian leader said that the conflict in Ukraine was "not a territorial" one and that Moscow has "no interests from the point of view of conquering some territories." In the aftermath of the war, Russia's army occupies large swathes of southern and eastern Ukraine, and Putin has formally annexed four Ukrainian regions: Kherson, Zaporizhzhia, Donetsk and Lugansk. Putin has consistently said that Ukrainian territory was historically Russian and questioned Ukrainian statehood. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Saturn, the sixth planet from the sun, is the second-largest planet in the solar system and has 146 moons as of Jun 8, 2023, according to NASA. 

1. The moons range in size from larger than the planet Mercury to as small as a sports arena. 

2. The stunning rings around the planet make it unique. Notably, Jupiter, Uranus and Neptune also have rings, but Saturn’s rings are prominent. 

3. Italian astronomer Galileo Galilei observed Saturn’s rings with his telescope in 1610. 


4. Saturn is more than nine times larger than Earth in diameter. Its mass is 95 times the mass of Earth. 

5. Saturn has seven large main rings. They were named for a letter in the alphabet in the order they were discovered. The rings extend to 282,000 kilometres from the planet. 

6. There’s no confirmation of how old the rings are and where they came from. But astronomers say they are made of pieces of ice and rock that range in size from a grain to a boulder. 

7. Cassini spacecraft recently confirmed that the material of the inner rings keeps falling onto Saturn, which means the rings are slowly disappearing. 

<p>The Pakistan government on Tuesday (Oct 3) announced a 10 per cent processing fee on items imported under the Afghan transit trade agreement in order to evade smuggling and ensure proper taxation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Amid the growing chasm between Pakistan and Afghanistan, the announcement becomes significant as it aims to curb the illegal entry of goods into the country.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The government said that the latest measure has been taken over suspicion that certain goods are illegally rerouted back into Pakistan even though they are destined for Afghanistan.</p>

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<p>The caretaker government has also banned 212 items of Afghan transit trade, with the&nbsp;Ministry of Commerce issuing&nbsp;a notification for the same,&nbsp;Bol News reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The notification states that 17 types of cloth were banned from passing through the Afghan transit trade and all types of tyres were banned.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per the notification, the shipment of three types of tea through the Afghan transit trade has also been banned, and also dry fruits, almonds and fresh fruits.&nbsp;</p>

<p>All types of cosmetics and dozens of items used as toiletries have been banned. The notification further states the ban on refrigerators, air conditioners, juicers, mixers, blenders, flasks, and others. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/who-is-mahbouba-seraj-afghan-woman-activist-nominated-for-nobel-peace-prize-642693">Who is Mahbouba Seraj? Afghan woman activist nominated for Nobel Peace Prize</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>A report by DAWN mentioned that the Customs Department notification (SRO1381 of 2023) noted that the fee, calculated as 10 per cent ad valorem based on the original value of goods, must be paid in advance during the declaration process for Afghan transit commercial goods entering Afghanistan via Pakistan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Notable, the goods declarations filed before Oct 3 will not be subject to these new provisions, according to the notification.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As quoted by DAWN, an official said that the cargo volume has surged recently. "Despite Afghanistan's transit trade demand being $1bn to $2bn per year, we have observed a significant rise. This fee is expected to deter those involved in illicit trading," the official said.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>The illegal immigrant issue</strong></h2>

<p>The announcement comes amid ongoing conflict between the two nations as &nbsp;Pakistan ordered all illegal immigrants to leave the country or face expulsion. The so-called illegal immigrants included 1.73 million Afghan nationals.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A spokesman for the Taliban administration in Kabul said on Wednesday that Pakistan's threat to forcibly expel illegal Afghan immigrants is "unacceptable" and added that the Afghans were not to blame for Pakistan's security problems.&nbsp;</p>

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The Pakistan government on Tuesday (Oct 3) announced a 10 per cent processing fee on items imported under the Afghan transit trade agreement in order to evade smuggling and ensure proper taxation.

The Pakistan government on Tuesday (Oct 3) announced a 10 per cent processing fee on items imported under the Afghan transit trade agreement in order to evade smuggling and ensure proper taxation. Amid the growing chasm between Pakistan and Afghanistan, the announcement becomes significant as it aims to curb the illegal entry of goods into the country. The government said that the latest measure has been taken over suspicion that certain goods are illegally rerouted back into Pakistan even though they are destined for Afghanistan. Also read: China vying to control Pakistani media with the help of proposed 'nerve centre' The caretaker government has also banned 212 items of Afghan transit trade, with the Ministry of Commerce issuing a notification for the same, Bol News reported. The notification states that 17 types of cloth were banned from passing through the Afghan transit trade and all types of tyres were banned. As per the notification, the shipment of three types of tea through the Afghan transit trade has also been banned, and also dry fruits, almonds and fresh fruits. All types of cosmetics and dozens of items used as toiletries have been banned. The notification further states the ban on refrigerators, air conditioners, juicers, mixers, blenders, flasks, and others. Also read: Who is Mahbouba Seraj? Afghan woman activist nominated for Nobel Peace Prize A report by DAWN mentioned that the Customs Department notification (SRO1381 of 2023) noted that the fee, calculated as 10 per cent ad valorem based on the original value of goods, must be paid in advance during the declaration process for Afghan transit commercial goods entering Afghanistan via Pakistan. Notable, the goods declarations filed before Oct 3 will not be subject to these new provisions, according to the notification. As quoted by DAWN, an official said that the cargo volume has surged recently. "Despite Afghanistan's transit trade demand being $1bn to $2bn per year, we have observed a significant rise. This fee is expected to deter those involved in illicit trading," the official said. Watch: First-ever women's cricket match held in Swat, Pakistan × The illegal immigrant issue The announcement comes amid ongoing conflict between the two nations as Pakistan ordered all illegal immigrants to leave the country or face expulsion. The so-called illegal immigrants included 1.73 million Afghan nationals. A spokesman for the Taliban administration in Kabul said on Wednesday that Pakistan's threat to forcibly expel illegal Afghan immigrants is "unacceptable" and added that the Afghans were not to blame for Pakistan's security problems. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>At least five people associated with Just Stop Oil, which is a British environmental activist group, have been arrested after the group protested and stopped a performance of Les Miserables at the Sondheim Theatre in London's West End.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Some members of the Just Stop Oil group stormed the stage with banners during a performance of the song "Do You Hear the People Sing?"</p>

<p>A video of the same has been circulated on social media forums, in which the performance can be seen stopped when one member shouted "just stop oil". The protest was booed by the audience.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The group wrote on X: "4 people are locked to the stage of the French-revolution-themed show. Valjean steals bread to feed a starving child. How long before we are all forced to steal?"&nbsp;</p>

<p>The protesters were taken away by the technical staff immediately after they came on the stage, with the safety curtain coming down after the main curtain.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As quoted by Sky News, Hannah Taylor of Just Stop Oil said that the "show cannot go on".&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We are facing catastrophe. New oil and gas means crop failure, starvation and death. It is an act of war on the global south and an utter betrayal of young people," Taylor said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>According to the Metropolitan police, "At about 21.00hrs on Wednesday, 4 October, police were called to a protest inside a theatre on Shaftesbury Avenue, WC1. Local officers were quickly on scene and five people have been arrested."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Such protests have been happening as recently, the climate activists in Germany sprayed orange and yellow paint onto Berlin's iconic Brandenburg Gate. The protesters were urging the government to take more urgent action against climate change.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Local reports said that more than 10 activists carried out the protest in the German capital on Sunday morning using paint sprayed from fire extinguishers.&nbsp;</p>

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At least five people associated with Just Stop Oil, which is a British environmental activist group, have been arrested after the group protested and stopped a performance of Les Miserables at the Sondheim Theatre in London's West End.

At least five people associated with Just Stop Oil, which is a British environmental activist group, have been arrested after the group protested and stopped a performance of Les Miserables at the Sondheim Theatre in London's West End. Some members of the Just Stop Oil group stormed the stage with banners during a performance of the song "Do You Hear the People Sing?" A video of the same has been circulated on social media forums, in which the performance can be seen stopped when one member shouted "just stop oil". The protest was booed by the audience. Also read: UK PM Rishi Sunak defends plan to create 'smoke-free' younger generations The group wrote on X: "4 people are locked to the stage of the French-revolution-themed show. Valjean steals bread to feed a starving child. How long before we are all forced to steal?" The protesters were taken away by the technical staff immediately after they came on the stage, with the safety curtain coming down after the main curtain. As quoted by Sky News, Hannah Taylor of Just Stop Oil said that the "show cannot go on". "We are facing catastrophe. New oil and gas means crop failure, starvation and death. It is an act of war on the global south and an utter betrayal of young people," Taylor said. Also read: Around 3,000 people evacuated in Tenerife after wildfire re-ignites in Spain × According to the Metropolitan police, "At about 21.00hrs on Wednesday, 4 October, police were called to a protest inside a theatre on Shaftesbury Avenue, WC1. Local officers were quickly on scene and five people have been arrested." Such protests have been happening as recently, the climate activists in Germany sprayed orange and yellow paint onto Berlin's iconic Brandenburg Gate. The protesters were urging the government to take more urgent action against climate change. Local reports said that more than 10 activists carried out the protest in the German capital on Sunday morning using paint sprayed from fire extinguishers. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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