<p>Is that the face of a bear on Mars?&nbsp;</p>

<p>A satellite image of the surface of Mars has baffled Twitterati after the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) posted a picture of a fragment of the surface of Mars that looked like a bear. &nbsp;</p>

<p>NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter captured the bear-looking image on December 12. The snap was shared by the University of Arizona earlier this week.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The University of Arizona's Lunar and Planetary Laboratory said: "The circular fracture pattern might be due to the settling of a deposit over a buried impact crater."&nbsp;</p>

<p>While explaining the image, which looks like a bear, the laboratory said that "maybe the nose is a volcanic or mud vent and the deposit could be lava or mud flows?"&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The image become a matter of discussion as a few online users called it an Angry Bird and a few others said it looked like a Doge meme of a Shiba Inu.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2>'Mysterious' flying spiral&nbsp;</h2>

<p>Recently, a bizarre blue 'mysterious flying spiral' was captured in the Hawaiian sky by a Japanese telescope camera. The spiral appeared to be otherworldly at the first glance, but there's more to it. The Subaru-Asahi Star Camera captured the eerie video, which disappeared within seconds. It was seen over Maunakea, Hawaii on January 18.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The spiral seems to be related to the SpaceX company's launch of a new satellite. Reports mentioned that SpaceX launched a Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) into space for the US Space Force on January 18.&nbsp;</p>

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Is that the face of a bear on Mars? A satellite image of the surface of Mars has baffled Twitterati after the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) posted a picture of a fragment of the surface of Mars that looked like a bear.

Is that the face of a bear on Mars? A satellite image of the surface of Mars has baffled Twitterati after the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) posted a picture of a fragment of the surface of Mars that looked like a bear. NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter captured the bear-looking image on December 12. The snap was shared by the University of Arizona earlier this week. ALSO READ | Radiation alert in Australia after Caesium-137 capsule goes missing, here's HOW it can hurt you The University of Arizona's Lunar and Planetary Laboratory said: "The circular fracture pattern might be due to the settling of a deposit over a buried impact crater." While explaining the image, which looks like a bear, the laboratory said that "maybe the nose is a volcanic or mud vent and the deposit could be lava or mud flows?" HiPOD: A Bear on Mars? This feature looks a bit like a bear’s face. What is it really? More: https://t.co/MpLQBg38ur NASA/JPL-Caltech/UArizona#Mars #science #NASA https://t.co/2WUNquTUZH pic.twitter.com/1k2ZnLcJ5o — HiRISE: Beautiful Mars (NASA) (@HiRISE) January 25, 2023 × The image become a matter of discussion as a few online users called it an Angry Bird and a few others said it looked like a Doge meme of a Shiba Inu. WATCH | Gravitas: Scientists adjust 'doomsday clock' to 90 seconds from midnight × ALSO READ | Private firm Agnikul to launch India's first kerosene-oxygen powered rocket 'Agnibaan' in March 'Mysterious' flying spiral Recently, a bizarre blue 'mysterious flying spiral' was captured in the Hawaiian sky by a Japanese telescope camera. The spiral appeared to be otherworldly at the first glance, but there's more to it. The Subaru-Asahi Star Camera captured the eerie video, which disappeared within seconds. It was seen over Maunakea, Hawaii on January 18. The spiral seems to be related to the SpaceX company's launch of a new satellite. Reports mentioned that SpaceX launched a Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) into space for the US Space Force on January 18. × 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&nbsp;on Saturday (January 28) accused Joe Biden, the current president of bringing them to the brink of World War III.</p>

<p>Trump started his campaign trail for the first time since announcing his bid for the presidential election in 2024. The former president visited two early-voting states. He also denied the criticism that his run was off to a slow start.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Trump spoke firstly at New Hampshire Republican Party's annual meeting in Salem. He then headed to Columbia, South Carolina, where he made an appearance alongside his leadership team in the state.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>While weighing in on the one Russia-Ukraine war and its massive impact globally, Trump said: "Through weakness and incompetence, Joe Biden has brought us to the brink of World War III."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We are at the brink of World War III, just in case anybody doesn't know it. As president, I will bring back peace through strength," he added. He claimed that he would have a "peace deal" within 24 hours.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>While speaking to a smaller crowd during the annual meeting in Salem, Trump said that he was motivated to win as he embarks on his third White House bid. He said, "I'm more angry now and I'm more committed now than I ever was."&nbsp;</p>

<p>At an event in the Statehouse in Columbia, Trump said, "This campaign will be about the future. This campaign will be about issues."&nbsp;</p>

<p>He said that Biden has put America on the fast track to ruin and destruction and we will ensure that he does not receive four more years.&nbsp;</p>

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Former United States president Donald Trump on Saturday (January 28) accused Joe Biden, the current president of bringing them to the brink of World War III. Trump started his campaign trail for the first time since announcing his bid for the presidential election in 2024.

Former United States president Donald Trump on Saturday (January 28) accused Joe Biden, the current president of bringing them to the brink of World War III. Trump started his campaign trail for the first time since announcing his bid for the presidential election in 2024. The former president visited two early-voting states. He also denied the criticism that his run was off to a slow start. Trump spoke firstly at New Hampshire Republican Party's annual meeting in Salem. He then headed to Columbia, South Carolina, where he made an appearance alongside his leadership team in the state. ALSO READ | China to resume issuing visas for Japanese citizens, no decision on South Koreans yet While weighing in on the one Russia-Ukraine war and its massive impact globally, Trump said: "Through weakness and incompetence, Joe Biden has brought us to the brink of World War III." "We are at the brink of World War III, just in case anybody doesn't know it. As president, I will bring back peace through strength," he added. He claimed that he would have a "peace deal" within 24 hours. WATCH | Tyre Nichols death | Memphis: Scorpion police unit disbanded, victim's family welcomes decision × While speaking to a smaller crowd during the annual meeting in Salem, Trump said that he was motivated to win as he embarks on his third White House bid. He said, "I'm more angry now and I'm more committed now than I ever was." At an event in the Statehouse in Columbia, Trump said, "This campaign will be about the future. This campaign will be about issues." He said that Biden has put America on the fast track to ruin and destruction and we will ensure that he does not receive four more years. (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>Chancellor Olaf Scholz said on Sunday (January 29) that Germany will not send fighter jets to Ukraine. His remarks come after Berlin agreed to supply 14 powerful Leopard tanks to Kyiv amid intense pressure from other European counties.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ukraine has asked the West to supply powerful weapons for its fight against the Russian invasion. The West initially hesitated to engage in direct conflict with Russia, but later agreed and sent tanks.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Besides Germany, the United States also announced that it would send 31 of its Abrams tanks. Canada said that it will also supply heavy tanks to Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In an interview with the Tagesspiegel newspaper, Scholz said: "I can only advise against entering into a constant bidding war when it comes to weapons systems."&nbsp;</p>

<p>He added, "If, as soon as a decision (on tanks) has been made, the next debate starts in Germany, that doesn't come across as serious and undermines citizens' confidence in government decisions."&nbsp;</p>

<p>After receiving tanks, Ukraine demanded fighter jets and long-range missiles. Moscow has already said multiple times that it will be considered an escalation if the West agrees to supply long-range missiles, that can penetrate deep inside Russian regions.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Scholz in the interview warned against raising "the risk of escalation". He said,&nbsp;"There is no war between NATO and Russia. We will not allow such an escalation."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I will talk to Putin by phone again," Scholz said, noting that&nbsp;it was "necessary" to continue speaking with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The last phone call between the leaders was in early December.</p>

<p>"But of course, it's also clear that as long as Russia continues to wage war with unabated aggression, the current situation will not change."</p>

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<h2><strong>Zelensky says Ukraine needs faster supplies, new weapons</strong></h2>

<p>Meanwhile, President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Ukraine needs faster weapons supplies and new types of weaponry in order to counter Russian attacks as the Ukrainian troops are facing a "very tough" situation in the eastern Donetsk region.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In his nightly video address on Sunday (January 29), Zelensky said, "Bakhmut, Vuhledar and other sectors in Donetsk region -- there are constant Russian attacks."&nbsp;</p>

<p>He added, "Russia hopes to drag out the war and exhaust our forces. So, we have to make time for our weapons. We have to accelerate developments. We have to speed up the supply and launch of new necessary military options for Ukraine."&nbsp;</p>

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Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. Chancellor Olaf Scholz said on Sunday (January 29) that Germany will not send fighter jets to Ukraine. His remarks come after Berlin agreed to supply 14 powerful Leopard tanks to Kyiv amid intense pressure from other European counties. Ukraine has asked the West to supply powerful weapons for its fight against the Russian invasion. The West initially hesitated to engage in direct conflict with Russia, but later agreed and sent tanks. Besides Germany, the United States also announced that it would send 31 of its Abrams tanks. Canada said that it will also supply heavy tanks to Ukraine. ALSO READ | Ukrainian forces ‘repel attacks’ near Blahodatne, Russia’s Wagner claims control In an interview with the Tagesspiegel newspaper, Scholz said: "I can only advise against entering into a constant bidding war when it comes to weapons systems." He added, "If, as soon as a decision (on tanks) has been made, the next debate starts in Germany, that doesn't come across as serious and undermines citizens' confidence in government decisions." After receiving tanks, Ukraine demanded fighter jets and long-range missiles. Moscow has already said multiple times that it will be considered an escalation if the West agrees to supply long-range missiles, that can penetrate deep inside Russian regions. ALSO READ | Donald Trump says Joe Biden 'brought us to the brink of World War III' Scholz in the interview warned against raising "the risk of escalation". He said, "There is no war between NATO and Russia. We will not allow such an escalation." "I will talk to Putin by phone again," Scholz said, noting that it was "necessary" to continue speaking with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The last phone call between the leaders was in early December. "But of course, it's also clear that as long as Russia continues to wage war with unabated aggression, the current situation will not change." Watch this report: × Zelensky says Ukraine needs faster supplies, new weapons Meanwhile, President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Ukraine needs faster weapons supplies and new types of weaponry in order to counter Russian attacks as the Ukrainian troops are facing a "very tough" situation in the eastern Donetsk region. In his nightly video address on Sunday (January 29), Zelensky said, "Bakhmut, Vuhledar and other sectors in Donetsk region -- there are constant Russian attacks." He added, "Russia hopes to drag out the war and exhaust our forces. So, we have to make time for our weapons. We have to accelerate developments. We have to speed up the supply and launch of new necessary military options for Ukraine." (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.

Germany won't send fighter jets to Ukraine; Zelensky urges for faster supplies, new weapons

<p>The highly anticipated H1B visa filing season for fiscal 2023-24 will officially begin on March 1 when the US immigration agency will start accepting applications for skilled foreign workers visas, the most sought-after by Indian IT professionals.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The H1B visa is a non-immigrant visa that allows US companies to employ foreign workers in speciality occupations that require theoretical or technical expertise.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Technology companies depend on it to hire tens of thousands of employees each year from countries like India and China.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) said for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2023, it will accept applications between March 1 and March 17 petitions for H-1B visas that allow them to work and live in the US for up to six years in specialised fields such as technology, engineering, and medicine.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After six years, it opens up pathways to permanent residency or Green Card.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"If we receive enough registrations by March 17, we will randomly select registrations and send selection notifications via users' myUSCIS online accounts. If we do not receive enough registrations, all registrations that were properly submitted in the initial registration period will be selected,"&nbsp;the USCIS said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We intend to notify account holders by March 31,"&nbsp;a media release said. The USCIS said it would release additional information in the coming weeks.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The H1B visa allocations are capped at 85,000 visas per year, with 20,000 of those set aside for workers holding advanced degrees from US institutions.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The remaining 65,000 visas are awarded through a lottery system, making the competition for H1B visas fierce.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The high demand for H1B visas has led to calls for reforms to the programme, with many advocating for an increase in the number of visas available and a simplification of the application process.&nbsp;</p>

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The highly anticipated H1B visa filing season for fiscal 2023-24 will officially begin on March 1 when the US immigration agency will start accepting applications for skilled foreign workers visas, the most sought-after by Indian IT professionals. The H1B visa is a non-immigrant visa that allows US companies to employ foreign workers in speciality occupations that require theoretical or technical expertise. Technology companies depend on it to hire tens of thousands of employees each year from countries like India and China. The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) said for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2023, it will accept applications between March 1 and March 17 petitions for H-1B visas that allow them to work and live in the US for up to six years in specialised fields such as technology, engineering, and medicine. After six years, it opens up pathways to permanent residency or Green Card. "If we receive enough registrations by March 17, we will randomly select registrations and send selection notifications via users' myUSCIS online accounts. If we do not receive enough registrations, all registrations that were properly submitted in the initial registration period will be selected," the USCIS said. "We intend to notify account holders by March 31," a media release said. The USCIS said it would release additional information in the coming weeks. The H1B visa allocations are capped at 85,000 visas per year, with 20,000 of those set aside for workers holding advanced degrees from US institutions. The remaining 65,000 visas are awarded through a lottery system, making the competition for H1B visas fierce. The high demand for H1B visas has led to calls for reforms to the programme, with many advocating for an increase in the number of visas available and a simplification of the application process. Proponents argue that the H-1B programme is crucial for maintaining the United States' position as a global leader in technology and innovation, while also supporting the country's economy. 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 Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko told reporters on Monday (January 30) that Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov is all set to participate in the meeting of G20 foreign ministers in the Indian capital of New Delhi on March 1-2.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As quoted by the Russian news agency TASS, Rudenko said, "Our foreign minister will take part in in the meeting of G20 foreign ministers in New Delhi on March 1-2."&nbsp;</p>

<p>On December 1, India officially assumed the G20 presidency and Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the South Asian nation's G20 presidency will be inclusive, ambitious, decisive and action-oriented.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The authorities have stated that as part of the group's activities, the nation intends to hold more than 200 meetings in 55 different locations across the country. India aims to showcase its rich cultural heritage, culminating in the annual G20 summit scheduled for September 9-10 in New Delhi.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>For the unversed, the G20 (or Group of 20) is an intergovernmental forum of the world's major developed and developing economies. It comprises Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, the Republic of Korea, Mexico, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Turkey, the UK, the US, and the European Union (EU).&nbsp;</p>

<p>The G20 has emerged as a premier forum for international economic cooperation as collectively the bloc accounts for 85 per cent of the global GDP. It also accounts for 75 per cent of international trade and two-thirds of the world population.&nbsp;</p>

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Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko told reporters on Monday (January 30) that Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov is all set to participate in the meeting of G20 foreign ministers in the Indian capital of New Delhi on March 1-2.

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko told reporters on Monday (January 30) that Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov is all set to participate in the meeting of G20 foreign ministers in the Indian capital of New Delhi on March 1-2. As quoted by the Russian news agency TASS, Rudenko said, "Our foreign minister will take part in in the meeting of G20 foreign ministers in New Delhi on March 1-2." On December 1, India officially assumed the G20 presidency and Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the South Asian nation's G20 presidency will be inclusive, ambitious, decisive and action-oriented. ALSO READ | Russia says ‘quite possible’ to end nuclear arms treaty with US after 2026 The authorities have stated that as part of the group's activities, the nation intends to hold more than 200 meetings in 55 different locations across the country. India aims to showcase its rich cultural heritage, culminating in the annual G20 summit scheduled for September 9-10 in New Delhi. WATCH | Antony Blinken to visit Jerusalem and Ramallah amid soaring tension × ALSO READ | Russian teen to face 10 years in prison, placed on terror list over anti-war posts: What we know so far For the unversed, the G20 (or Group of 20) is an intergovernmental forum of the world's major developed and developing economies. It comprises Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, the Republic of Korea, Mexico, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Turkey, the UK, the US, and the European Union (EU). The G20 has emerged as a premier forum for international economic cooperation as collectively the bloc accounts for 85 per cent of the global GDP. It also accounts for 75 per cent of international trade and two-thirds of the world population. 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>Rio Tinto, the mining giant issued an apology on Monday (January 30) after a tiny radioactive capsule got lost, which caused panic and sparked a radiation alert across parts of the state of Western Australia. The loss of the device is believed to have taken place up to two weeks ago.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Authorities have launched an emergency search for the device. The device is reportedly about the size of a pea and can be located along the 1,400km route.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It is said that the radioactive capsule was lost after it apparently fell from a truck. News agencies have reported that the device was part of the gauge used to measure the density of iron ore feed. The responsibility for the transport was given to a specialist contractor.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Simon Trott, who is Rio's iron ore division chief, said in a statement: "We are taking this incident very seriously. We recognise this is clearly very concerning and are sorry for the alarm it has caused in the Western Australian community."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The task to locate the device is next to impossible as the search area is massive—from north of Newman to a storage facility in the northeast suburbs of Perth. Still, the authorities are confident that they will soon find it.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Andrew Stuchbery, who runs the department of Nuclear Physics &amp; Accelerator Applications at the Australian National University, said that the task is "not impossible" as searchers are equipped with radiation detectors&nbsp;</p>

<p>He said, "That's like if you dangled a magnet over a haystack, it's going to give you more of a chance."&nbsp;</p>

<p>He further added, "If the source just happened to be lying in the middle of the road you might get lucky...It's quite radioactive so if you get close to it, it will stick out."&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>How the radioactive capsule was lost?&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>This year on January 12, the gauge was picked up from Rio's Gudai-Darri mine site, but when it was opened for inspection on January 25, it was found broken apart.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Reports mentioned that one of four mounting bolts was missing and screws from the gauge were also not there.</p>

<p>It is suspected that the screws and the bolt could have become loose because of the vibrations from the truck, and the radioactive capsule from the gauge might have fallen out of the package and then out of a gap in the truck.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;Radioactive capsule lost in Western Australia along 1,400 km route, authorities issue health warning&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p><strong>What the device is capable of doing?&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>News agency Reuters reported that the silver capsule is about six millimetres in diameter and eight millimetres long. It contains Caesium-137 which emits radiation equal to 10 X-rays per hour.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Authorities have recommended people stay at least five metres (16.5 feet) away as exposure could cause radiation burns or radiation sickness, though they add that the risk to the general community is relatively low.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Authorities in the region have asked the resident to stay at least five metres away. The exposure can cause radiation burns or radiation sickness. However, the authorities have also said that the risk to the general community is relatively low.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Stuchbery said, "From what I have read, if you drive past it, the risk is equivalent to an X-ray. But if you stand next to it or you handle it, it could be very dangerous."&nbsp;</p>

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Rio Tinto, the mining giant issued an apology on Monday (January 30) after a tiny radioactive capsule got lost, which caused panic and sparked a radiation alert across parts of the state of Western Australia.

Rio Tinto, the mining giant issued an apology on Monday (January 30) after a tiny radioactive capsule got lost, which caused panic and sparked a radiation alert across parts of the state of Western Australia. The loss of the device is believed to have taken place up to two weeks ago. Authorities have launched an emergency search for the device. The device is reportedly about the size of a pea and can be located along the 1,400km route. It is said that the radioactive capsule was lost after it apparently fell from a truck. News agencies have reported that the device was part of the gauge used to measure the density of iron ore feed. The responsibility for the transport was given to a specialist contractor. Simon Trott, who is Rio's iron ore division chief, said in a statement: "We are taking this incident very seriously. We recognise this is clearly very concerning and are sorry for the alarm it has caused in the Western Australian community." The task to locate the device is next to impossible as the search area is massive—from north of Newman to a storage facility in the northeast suburbs of Perth. Still, the authorities are confident that they will soon find it. ALSO READ | Hongkongers urge Suella Braverman to reconsider ‘repressive’ anti-protest bill Andrew Stuchbery, who runs the department of Nuclear Physics & Accelerator Applications at the Australian National University, said that the task is "not impossible" as searchers are equipped with radiation detectors He said, "That's like if you dangled a magnet over a haystack, it's going to give you more of a chance." He further added, "If the source just happened to be lying in the middle of the road you might get lucky...It's quite radioactive so if you get close to it, it will stick out." How the radioactive capsule was lost? This year on January 12, the gauge was picked up from Rio's Gudai-Darri mine site, but when it was opened for inspection on January 25, it was found broken apart. Reports mentioned that one of four mounting bolts was missing and screws from the gauge were also not there. It is suspected that the screws and the bolt could have become loose because of the vibrations from the truck, and the radioactive capsule from the gauge might have fallen out of the package and then out of a gap in the truck. WATCH | Radioactive capsule lost in Western Australia along 1,400 km route, authorities issue health warning × ALSO READ | China's Sichuan province allows unmarried people to legally have children What the device is capable of doing? News agency Reuters reported that the silver capsule is about six millimetres in diameter and eight millimetres long. It contains Caesium-137 which emits radiation equal to 10 X-rays per hour. Authorities have recommended people stay at least five metres (16.5 feet) away as exposure could cause radiation burns or radiation sickness, though they add that the risk to the general community is relatively low. Authorities in the region have asked the resident to stay at least five metres away. The exposure can cause radiation burns or radiation sickness. However, the authorities have also said that the risk to the general community is relatively low. Stuchbery said, "From what I have read, if you drive past it, the risk is equivalent to an X-ray. But if you stand next to it or you handle it, it could be very dangerous." 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>Kremlin on Monday (January 30) dismissed former British prime minister Boris Johnson's claim&nbsp;that Russian President Vladimir Putin threatened to harm&nbsp;him with a missile during a phone call before Russia launched the "special military operation" into Ukraine. Kremlin denied the accusations, terming Johnson a liar.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters, "What Mr Johnson said is not true. More precisely it's a lie... There were no missile threats."&nbsp;</p>

<p>While speaking to BBC for a documentary, Johnson alleged that the Russian president had asked him about the prospects of Ukraine joining NATO. Boris claimed he said that it would not be "for the foreseeable future".&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Johnson said, "He threatened me at one point, and he said, 'Boris, I don't want to hurt you but, with a missile, it would only take a minute' or something like that. Jolly."</p>

<p>Johnson said that the call was "very long" and "most extraordinary", which took place last year in February. He added, "But I think from the very relaxed tone that he was taking, the sort of air of detachment that he seemed to have, he was just playing along with my attempts to get him to negotiate."&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Kremlin slams West for supply of weapons to Ukraine&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Kremlin also commented on the&nbsp;supply of advanced weapons to Ukraine, stating that further supplies of powerful weaponry to Kyiv would only lead to further escalation of the war.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a call with reporters, Peskov said, "Ukraine demands more and more weapons. The West is encouraging these demands, and professes its readiness to provide such weapons."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The reporters asked him to comment on a public request by Ukrainian Deputy Foreign Minister Andriy Melnyk for Germany to send Kyiv a submarine.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>After hesitating for a long period of time, the West agreed to send powerful tanks for its fight against the Russian invasion last week. Earlier, the West didn't want to engage in direct conflict with Russia, but later agreed and sent tanks.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ukraine is still demanding fighter jets and long-range missiles to strike deep inside Russian territories, but there's no consensus so far.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Peskov on Monday also said members of the Western NATO alliance were becoming more involved in the conflict. He noted that their provision of arms to Ukraine would not change the course of events.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It's a dead-end situation: it leads to significant escalation, it leads to NATO countries more and more becoming directly involved in the conflict - but it doesn't have the potential to change the course of events and will not do so," he said.&nbsp;</p>

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Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. Kremlin on Monday (January 30) dismissed former British prime minister Boris Johnson's claim that Russian President Vladimir Putin threatened to harm him with a missile during a phone call before Russia launched the "special military operation" into Ukraine. Kremlin denied the accusations, terming Johnson a liar. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters, "What Mr Johnson said is not true. More precisely it's a lie... There were no missile threats." While speaking to BBC for a documentary, Johnson alleged that the Russian president had asked him about the prospects of Ukraine joining NATO. Boris claimed he said that it would not be "for the foreseeable future". ALSO READ | British Army no longer among world's top combat forces, says US General Johnson said, "He threatened me at one point, and he said, 'Boris, I don't want to hurt you but, with a missile, it would only take a minute' or something like that. Jolly." Johnson said that the call was "very long" and "most extraordinary", which took place last year in February. He added, "But I think from the very relaxed tone that he was taking, the sort of air of detachment that he seemed to have, he was just playing along with my attempts to get him to negotiate." During his time in office, Boris made sure that the UK become a strong ally of Ukraine. He also visited the war-torn nation several times while in office and held telephonic conversations with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy frequently. He also helped Kiyv with military assistance. Watch this report: × Kremlin slams West for supply of weapons to Ukraine Kremlin also commented on the supply of advanced weapons to Ukraine, stating that further supplies of powerful weaponry to Kyiv would only lead to further escalation of the war. In a call with reporters, Peskov said, "Ukraine demands more and more weapons. The West is encouraging these demands, and professes its readiness to provide such weapons." The reporters asked him to comment on a public request by Ukrainian Deputy Foreign Minister Andriy Melnyk for Germany to send Kyiv a submarine. ALSO READ | 'Step up' military support for Ukraine, NATO chief urges South Korea After hesitating for a long period of time, the West agreed to send powerful tanks for its fight against the Russian invasion last week. Earlier, the West didn't want to engage in direct conflict with Russia, but later agreed and sent tanks. Ukraine is still demanding fighter jets and long-range missiles to strike deep inside Russian territories, but there's no consensus so far. Peskov on Monday also said members of the Western NATO alliance were becoming more involved in the conflict. He noted that their provision of arms to Ukraine would not change the course of events. "It's a dead-end situation: it leads to significant escalation, it leads to NATO countries more and more becoming directly involved in the conflict - but it doesn't have the potential to change the course of events and will not do so," he said. 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>United Nations General Assembly President Csaba Korosi hailed India and called the South Asian nation "one of the leaders of the Global South". Korosi said that India is not only looking for solutions own problems but in many instances, has looked for many other countries as well.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Korosi also said that the strategies taken by India are largely similar to that of the UN body as they are focused on the need for transformation globally.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Korosi said, "I see similarities, large similarities between the Indian strategic thinking of how this world should look like, what kind of transformation this world needs and the thinking in the General Assembly (of) how we transform ourselves, how we transform this organisation and how we transform some of the dealings we have in the world."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Korosi arrived in India on Sunday (January 29) on a three-day visit. This is his first bilateral visit to any country since assuming the UNGA presidency in September 2022. He told the India-based news agency PTI that he is travelling to India with very high hopes.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Korosi will meet India's External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar. They are expected to discuss multilateral and regional issues of mutual interest. The talks might also include India's engagement with the UN body as well as sustainable water use.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Korosi said India is among the largest economies in the world and is about to become the most populous nation on the planet. "India has a good feeling that this world is changing very rapidly. India is experiencing many of the crises we are facing, in different forms, in an interlinking manner, all across the world," he said.&nbsp;</p>

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United Nations General Assembly President Csaba Korosi hailed India and called the South Asian nation "one of the leaders of the Global South". Korosi said that India is not only looking for solutions own problems but in many instances, has looked for many other countries as well.

United Nations General Assembly President Csaba Korosi hailed India and called the South Asian nation "one of the leaders of the Global South". Korosi said that India is not only looking for solutions own problems but in many instances, has looked for many other countries as well. Korosi also said that the strategies taken by India are largely similar to that of the UN body as they are focused on the need for transformation globally. Korosi said, "I see similarities, large similarities between the Indian strategic thinking of how this world should look like, what kind of transformation this world needs and the thinking in the General Assembly (of) how we transform ourselves, how we transform this organisation and how we transform some of the dealings we have in the world." ALSO READ | India should stand for countries in south and developing world as they are feeling pain: Jaishankar Korosi arrived in India on Sunday (January 29) on a three-day visit. This is his first bilateral visit to any country since assuming the UNGA presidency in September 2022. He told the India-based news agency PTI that he is travelling to India with very high hopes. WATCH | Meet Ali Saga, Indonesia's Prosthetics Limb Maker × Korosi will meet India's External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar. They are expected to discuss multilateral and regional issues of mutual interest. The talks might also include India's engagement with the UN body as well as sustainable water use. Korosi said India is among the largest economies in the world and is about to become the most populous nation on the planet. "India has a good feeling that this world is changing very rapidly. India is experiencing many of the crises we are facing, in different forms, in an interlinking manner, all across the world," he said. "India is looking for her own solutions and, in many instances, not only for herself, but for many other countries," he added. 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 Russia-Ukraine war continues to escalate with fighting raging in the Donetsk region. In the latest development, Ukraine claimed that it has repelled an attack in the area of Blahodatne in the eastern part of the Donetsk region&nbsp;while&nbsp;Russia's Wagner private military group said it took control of the village. In its daily morning report, the General Staff of Ukraine's Armed Forces mentioned Saturday's fighting, stating that its forces repelled Russian attacks in the areas of 13 other settlements in the Donetsk region.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The official said that the "units of Ukraine's Defence Forces repelled the attacks of the occupiers in the areas of...Blahodatne...in the Donetsk region".&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Posting the update on the Telegram messaging app, the Wagner Group on Saturday claimed that its units had taken control of Blahodatne. The group has been designated by the United States as a transnational criminal organisation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin said as quoted by his press service: "Units of Wagner PMC have taken Blahodatne. Blahodatne is under our control."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The situation has been escalating in the Donetsk region. The area around the town of Bakhmut has seen heavy fighting in the past few weeks.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>India's batting lacked fluency but a strong performance from their bowlers in the second Twenty20 international against New Zealand set up a six-wicket win in a low-scoring thriller in Lucknow on Sunday to level the series at 1-1.</p>

<p>Following a top-order wobble, captain Hardik Pandya (15 not out) and Suryakumar Yadav (26 not out) combined for a crucial 31-run partnership as they helped the hosts reach 101-4 on the penultimate ball, chasing New Zealand's 99-8.</p>

<p>Spinners Ish Sodhi and Michael Bracewell picked up a wicket apiece, while&nbsp;Indian batters Ishan Kishan and Washington Sundar were both run out.</p>

<p>New Zealand had posted a strong total of 176 in the first game on Friday, but were unable to repeat that on a pitch that offered plenty of turn, and&nbsp;India's bowlers put them under pressure throughout the innings.</p>

<p>Five&nbsp;Indian bowlers picked up a wicket before Arshdeep Singh dismissed Sodhi and Lockie Ferguson.</p>

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India's batting lacked fluency but a strong performance from their bowlers in the second Twenty20 international against New Zealand set up a six-wicket win in a low-scoring thriller in Lucknow on Sunday to level the series at 1-1.

India's batting lacked fluency but a strong performance from their bowlers in the second Twenty20 international against New Zealand set up a six-wicket win in a low-scoring thriller in Lucknow on Sunday to level the series at 1-1. Following a top-order wobble, captain Hardik Pandya (15 not out) and Suryakumar Yadav (26 not out) combined for a crucial 31-run partnership as they helped the hosts reach 101-4 on the penultimate ball, chasing New Zealand's 99-8. Spinners Ish Sodhi and Michael Bracewell picked up a wicket apiece, while Indian batters Ishan Kishan and Washington Sundar were both run out. New Zealand had posted a strong total of 176 in the first game on Friday, but were unable to repeat that on a pitch that offered plenty of turn, and India's bowlers put them under pressure throughout the innings. Five Indian bowlers picked up a wicket before Arshdeep Singh dismissed Sodhi and Lockie Ferguson. The third and final T20I of the series will take place in Ahmedabad on Wednesday. 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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