Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and actor Sonali Phogat's brother on Thursday (August 25) claimed that her post-mortem report showed injury marks on her body. Sonali died of a suspected heart attack on Monday night.&nbsp;

As quoted by India-based news agency ANI, Sonali's brother Rinku Dhaka said, "A probe should be done as per the filed FIR. The post-mortem report says that her (Sonali Phogat) body has marks of injury."&nbsp;

On the contrary, Goa police said that no sharp-edged injuries were found on the body of the 42-year-old.&nbsp;

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Sonali's brother Rinku claimed on Wednesday that the Haryana BJP leader was murdered by two of her associates. He has even filed a formal complaint with the Goa Police. Sonali's family has even demanded a probe by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).&nbsp;

On Thursday, the Goa police also registered a murder case against two persons for their alleged involvement in the death of Phogat.&nbsp;

Rinku had alleged that before her death, Phogat had spoken to her mother, sister and brother-in-law and she sounded disturbed and complained against her two colleagues.&nbsp;

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OS Bishnoi, Inspector General of Police, Goa told ANI that the victim's body will reach Delhi on Thursday night.&nbsp;

"Women police officers who conducted a physical examination of Sonali Phogat`s body have not found any sharp-edged injuries on the body," added Bishnoi.&nbsp;

Amid other claims, Rinku also said the actor had no plans to visit Goa and she was brought there as per a conspiracy.&nbsp;

"She had no plan to come to Goa. She was brought as per a pre-planned conspiracy. There was no movie shoot. Two rooms in the hotel had been booked only for two days. Film shooting was supposed to happen on August 24 but rooms were only booked for August 21-22," he said.&nbsp;

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Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and actor Sonali Phogat's brother on Thursday (August 25) claimed that her post-mortem report showed injury marks on her body.

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and actor Sonali Phogat's brother on Thursday (August 25) claimed that her post-mortem report showed injury marks on her body. Sonali died of a suspected heart attack on Monday night. As quoted by India-based news agency ANI, Sonali's brother Rinku Dhaka said, "A probe should be done as per the filed FIR. The post-mortem report says that her (Sonali Phogat) body has marks of injury." On the contrary, Goa police said that no sharp-edged injuries were found on the body of the 42-year-old. ALSO READ | Sonali Phogat's death: Brother claims she was murdered; detailed probe launched Sonali's brother Rinku claimed on Wednesday that the Haryana BJP leader was murdered by two of her associates. He has even filed a formal complaint with the Goa Police. Sonali's family has even demanded a probe by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). On Thursday, the Goa police also registered a murder case against two persons for their alleged involvement in the death of Phogat. Rinku had alleged that before her death, Phogat had spoken to her mother, sister and brother-in-law and she sounded disturbed and complained against her two colleagues. ALSO READ | For the first time, India votes against Russia in UNSC during procedural vote on Ukraine OS Bishnoi, Inspector General of Police, Goa told ANI that the victim's body will reach Delhi on Thursday night. "Women police officers who conducted a physical examination of Sonali Phogat`s body have not found any sharp-edged injuries on the body," added Bishnoi. Amid other claims, Rinku also said the actor had no plans to visit Goa and she was brought there as per a conspiracy. "She had no plan to come to Goa. She was brought as per a pre-planned conspiracy. There was no movie shoot. Two rooms in the hotel had been booked only for two days. Film shooting was supposed to happen on August 24 but rooms were only booked for August 21-22," 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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South Korea's total fertility rate hit a record low in 2021 as the number of childbirths continued to fall, data revealed on Wednesday, underscoring the country's gloomy demographic situation.

The country's total fertility rate -- the average number of children a woman bears in her lifetime -- came to 0.81 child in 2021, down from 0.84 the previous year, according to the data from Statistics Korea.

It was the lowest since the statistics agency began compiling related data in 1970. Last year also marked the fourth straight year that the number was below 1, reports Yonhap News Agency.

South Korea was the only country where the number of childbirths per women remained below 1 among the 38 member countries of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD).

As of 2020, the total fertility rate among the OECD nations averaged 1.59.

South Korea is grappling with a chronic fall in childbirths as many young people delay or give up on getting married and having babies amid an economic slowdown and high housing prices, coupled with changing social norms about marriages.

Last year, the number of newborns hit a record low of 260,600, down 11,800 from the previous year, the data showed.

The annual number of childbirths fell below 300,000 for the second straight year.

In the 1970s, the yearly number of childbirths stayed around 1 million, but it has been on a continued decline, with the tally falling below 400,000 for the first time in 2017.

The country's crude birthrate -- the number of births per 1,000 people -- also reached an all-time low of 5.1 in 2021, down from 5.3 the previous year.

The average age for women giving birth was 33.4 last year, up from 33.1 a year ago, the data showed.

The ratio of baby boys to every 100 newborn girls came to 105.1 last year, up from a record low of 104.8 the previous year.

In South Korea, the birth sex ratio remained high above 100 due to its traditional preference for male children. But it has been largely on a steady decline amid changing social norms.

South Korea reported the first natural fall in population in 2020, as the number of deaths outpaced that of newborns.

Experts voiced concerns the country may face an "age quake" starting in 2030-40, an earthquake-like demographic shock from a fall in population and rapid aging, if it does not tackle the issue in a timely manner.

South Korea's working-age population is expected to plunge 35 percent over the next 30 years due to the record low birthrate and rapid aging, according to an estimate by the government.

South Korea's total fertility rate hit a record low in 2021 as the number of childbirths continued to fall, data revealed on Wednesday, underscoring the country's gloomy demographic situation.

South Korea's total fertility rate hit a record low in 2021 as the number of childbirths continued to fall, data revealed on Wednesday, underscoring the country's gloomy demographic situation. The country's total fertility rate -- the average number of children a woman bears in her lifetime -- came to 0.81 child in 2021, down from 0.84 the previous year, according to the data from Statistics Korea. It was the lowest since the statistics agency began compiling related data in 1970. Last year also marked the fourth straight year that the number was below 1, reports Yonhap News Agency. South Korea was the only country where the number of childbirths per women remained below 1 among the 38 member countries of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). As of 2020, the total fertility rate among the OECD nations averaged 1.59. South Korea is grappling with a chronic fall in childbirths as many young people delay or give up on getting married and having babies amid an economic slowdown and high housing prices, coupled with changing social norms about marriages. Last year, the number of newborns hit a record low of 260,600, down 11,800 from the previous year, the data showed. The annual number of childbirths fell below 300,000 for the second straight year. In the 1970s, the yearly number of childbirths stayed around 1 million, but it has been on a continued decline, with the tally falling below 400,000 for the first time in 2017. The country's crude birthrate -- the number of births per 1,000 people -- also reached an all-time low of 5.1 in 2021, down from 5.3 the previous year. The average age for women giving birth was 33.4 last year, up from 33.1 a year ago, the data showed. The ratio of baby boys to every 100 newborn girls came to 105.1 last year, up from a record low of 104.8 the previous year. In South Korea, the birth sex ratio remained high above 100 due to its traditional preference for male children. But it has been largely on a steady decline amid changing social norms. South Korea reported the first natural fall in population in 2020, as the number of deaths outpaced that of newborns. Experts voiced concerns the country may face an "age quake" starting in 2030-40, an earthquake-like demographic shock from a fall in population and rapid aging, if it does not tackle the issue in a timely manner. South Korea's working-age population is expected to plunge 35 percent over the next 30 years due to the record low birthrate and rapid aging, according to an estimate by the government.

South Korea may face 'age quake' as fertility rate hits record low in 2021

Ukraine's&nbsp;Zaporizhzhia&nbsp;nuclear plant under occupation by Moscow's troops was disconnected from the national power supply on Thursday as President Vladimir Putin signed a decree to swell the ranks of Russia's military.&nbsp;

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Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant under occupation by Moscow's troops was disconnected from the national power supply on Thursday as President Vladimir Putin signed a decree to swell the ranks of Russia's military.

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Germany has been criticised by a global watchdog for failing to do enough to tackle money laundering, such as by prosecuting very few for the crime despite being one of the globe's biggest cash centres.

The report by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), a global body that groups countries from the United States to China to tackle financial crime, deals a blow to the standing of Germany, which prides itself on a reputation for probity.

The assessment highlights a series of failings, including a lack of control of those who handle large sums of money, such as estate agents, adding that while Germany understood the risks, it had not done enough to tackle them.

The FATF criticised, for instance, the disjointed nature of supervision, with more than 300 regional authorities responsible for monitoring such players, as well as a shortage of personnel.

Germany's score lags far behind France, which the FATF also recently assessed. The poor ranking means Germany will now have to report annually to the body in the coming years about its progress in tackling shortcomings.

Germany's finance minister, Christian Lindner, has acknowledged the problem and pledged to centralise control, install additional staff and modernise the authorities' technology.

"We deal with the small fish, while the big fish get away," he told journalists earlier this week before the report's publication, adding that he would step up efforts to "follow the money".

The FATF said Germany prosecuted about 1,000 people for money laundering in 2020, despite opening more than 37,000 inquiries, a level of convictions it considered "very small".

Germany has more banks than other countries in the European Union while many Germans prefer using cash, which the FATF said made up three-quarters of transactions. There is no upper limit on the size of cash transactions.

The FATF also flagged money laundering risks from hawala payments, which means 'transfer' in Arabic. The system is widely used in the Middle East, moving payments through a trusted network of agents who operate outside banks.

Germany has 11 million international migrants, the third-largest globally, according to the report.

The FATF urged Germany to take "additional measures ... to more effectively mitigate the risks in relation to cash and hawala services".

Konrad Duffy of Finanzwende, a group that lobbies for financial transparency, said German authorities needed more powers to tackle money laundering and that rules should be tightened to prevent buying properties in cash.

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Germany has been criticised by a global watchdog for failing to do enough to tackle money laundering, such as by prosecuting very few for the crime despite being one of the globe's biggest cash centres. The report by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), a global body that groups countries from the United States to China to tackle financial crime, deals a blow to the standing of Germany, which prides itself on a reputation for probity. The assessment highlights a series of failings, including a lack of control of those who handle large sums of money, such as estate agents, adding that while Germany understood the risks, it had not done enough to tackle them. The FATF criticised, for instance, the disjointed nature of supervision, with more than 300 regional authorities responsible for monitoring such players, as well as a shortage of personnel. Germany's score lags far behind France, which the FATF also recently assessed. The poor ranking means Germany will now have to report annually to the body in the coming years about its progress in tackling shortcomings. Germany's finance minister, Christian Lindner, has acknowledged the problem and pledged to centralise control, install additional staff and modernise the authorities' technology. "We deal with the small fish, while the big fish get away," he told journalists earlier this week before the report's publication, adding that he would step up efforts to "follow the money". The FATF said Germany prosecuted about 1,000 people for money laundering in 2020, despite opening more than 37,000 inquiries, a level of convictions it considered "very small". Germany has more banks than other countries in the European Union while many Germans prefer using cash, which the FATF said made up three-quarters of transactions. There is no upper limit on the size of cash transactions. The FATF also flagged money laundering risks from hawala payments, which means 'transfer' in Arabic. The system is widely used in the Middle East, moving payments through a trusted network of agents who operate outside banks. Germany has 11 million international migrants, the third-largest globally, according to the report. The FATF urged Germany to take "additional measures ... to more effectively mitigate the risks in relation to cash and hawala services". Konrad Duffy of Finanzwende, a group that lobbies for financial transparency, said German authorities needed more powers to tackle money laundering and that rules should be tightened to prevent buying properties in cash. 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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Russia-occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant in southeastern Ukraine was disconnected from the national power supply on Thursday (August 25), the state energy operator said.&nbsp;

Energoatom said on Telegram: "The actions of the invaders caused a complete disconnection of the (Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant) from the power grid - the first in the history of the plant."&nbsp;

Zaporizhzhia, which is Europe's largest nuclear facility, is located near the Russian-annexed Crimean peninsula. It has six Soviet-designed VVER-1000 V-320 water-cooled and water-moderated reactors containing Uranium 235, which has a half-life of more than 700 million years. It is capable of supplying power to four million homes.&nbsp;

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In recent days, concerns of a potential nuclear disaster have been raised at Zaporizhzhia. Amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, both sides have accused each other of firing at the facility.&nbsp;

The Russian forces took over soon after the February 24 invasion. The plant is still run by Ukrainian technicians. The United Nations has called for the area to be demilitarised.&nbsp;

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Meanwhile, the plant was disconnected from Ukraine's national supply system after a power line was twice disconnected by fires at ash pits in an adjacent thermal power plant, Energoatom said.&nbsp;

The three other power lines "were earlier damaged during terrorist attacks" by Russian forces, the operator said and as a result, the two of the plant's six reactors still functioning "were disconnected from the network". &nbsp;

Energoatom said, "start-up operations are underway to connect one of the reactors to the network".&nbsp;

As per Kyiv officials, Moscow seized the station in order to divert power to the Crimean peninsula annexed by Russia in 2014.&nbsp;

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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. Russia-occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant in southeastern Ukraine was disconnected from the national power supply on Thursday (August 25), the state energy operator said. Energoatom said on Telegram: "The actions of the invaders caused a complete disconnection of the (Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant) from the power grid - the first in the history of the plant." Zaporizhzhia, which is Europe's largest nuclear facility, is located near the Russian-annexed Crimean peninsula. It has six Soviet-designed VVER-1000 V-320 water-cooled and water-moderated reactors containing Uranium 235, which has a half-life of more than 700 million years. It is capable of supplying power to four million homes. ALSO READ | UN rights chief admits 'tremendous pressure' over Xinjiang report, says not clear when it will be published In recent days, concerns of a potential nuclear disaster have been raised at Zaporizhzhia. Amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, both sides have accused each other of firing at the facility. The Russian forces took over soon after the February 24 invasion. The plant is still run by Ukrainian technicians. The United Nations has called for the area to be demilitarised. WATCH | War in Ukraine: Zelensky details the Chaplyne strike in UNSC × ALSO READ | US claims strikes in Syria against Iran-backed militia unrelated to nuclear deal Meanwhile, the plant was disconnected from Ukraine's national supply system after a power line was twice disconnected by fires at ash pits in an adjacent thermal power plant, Energoatom said. The three other power lines "were earlier damaged during terrorist attacks" by Russian forces, the operator said and as a result, the two of the plant's six reactors still functioning "were disconnected from the network". Energoatom said, "start-up operations are underway to connect one of the reactors to the network". As per Kyiv officials, Moscow seized the station in order to divert power to the Crimean peninsula annexed by Russia in 2014. 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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Michelle Bachelet, the UN human rights chief said on Thursday (August 25) that there is "tremendous pressure" over a long-delayed report on China's Xinjiang region. Bachelet also admitted that she was uncertain when it would be published. Several times Bachelet has said that she will publish the report before her term ends on August 31. The report is based on the rights situation in Xinjiang.&nbsp;

Earlier this year, Bachelet completed a long-awaited trip to the Xinjiang region. During her final press conference as UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, she seemed uncertain about the report.&nbsp;

While speaking to reporters in Geneva, Bachelet said, "We're trying very hard to do what I promised. She acknowledged that she has been under "tremendous pressure to publish or not to publish."&nbsp;

"But I will not publish or withhold publication due to any such pressure. We are working on the report. I had fully intended for it to be released before the end of my mandate," she added.&nbsp;

She further added, that her office had "received substantial input from the government (of China) that we will need to carefully review, as we do every time with any report with any country".&nbsp;

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China is accused of human rights violations as it is said that Beijing detained more than one million Uyghurs and other Muslim minorities. The US has even accused China of mass detention, torture, forced labour and genocide in Xinjiang.&nbsp;

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China has been accused of a litany of abuses in Xinjiang, including mass incarceration, forced labour, compulsory sterilisation and the destruction of Uyghur cultural and religious sites.&nbsp;

China has repeatedly denied the allegations.&nbsp;

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Michelle Bachelet, the UN human rights chief said on Thursday (August 25) that there is "tremendous pressure" over a long-delayed report on China's Xinjiang region. Bachelet also admitted that she was uncertain when it would be published. Several times Bachelet has said that she will publish the report before her term ends on August 31. The report is based on the rights situation in Xinjiang. Earlier this year, Bachelet completed a long-awaited trip to the Xinjiang region. During her final press conference as UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, she seemed uncertain about the report. While speaking to reporters in Geneva, Bachelet said, "We're trying very hard to do what I promised. She acknowledged that she has been under "tremendous pressure to publish or not to publish." "But I will not publish or withhold publication due to any such pressure. We are working on the report. I had fully intended for it to be released before the end of my mandate," she added. She further added, that her office had "received substantial input from the government (of China) that we will need to carefully review, as we do every time with any report with any country". ALSO READ | Over 200 Ukrainian troops killed in Chaplyne railway station attack, claims Russia Image: The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet attends her final news conference before the end of her mandate at the U.N. in Geneva, Switzerland. Credit: Reuters. China is accused of human rights violations as it is said that Beijing detained more than one million Uyghurs and other Muslim minorities. The US has even accused China of mass detention, torture, forced labour and genocide in Xinjiang. ALSO READ | More US lawmakers to visit Taiwan despite China's anger China has been accused of a litany of abuses in Xinjiang, including mass incarceration, forced labour, compulsory sterilisation and the destruction of Uyghur cultural and religious sites. China has repeatedly denied the allegations. 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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Taiwan's Central News Agency (CNA) reported that more United States lawmakers are set to visit Taiwan despite China's anger on Thursday evening. The news agency did not name the lawmakers who were coming.&nbsp;

The report only mentioned that they would arrive on a US military aircraft at Taipei's downtown Songshan airport. It also stated that they would meet Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen on Friday.&nbsp;

This will be the third arrival of the US delegation in the island nation this month after US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's controversial trip and after that five US lawmakers visited Taipei. &nbsp;

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The recent visits have angered China as it staged military drills near Taiwan. China views Taiwan as part of its territory and even claimed that, in case needed, it will use force to unite the two territories. and has vowed to one day take it, by force if necessary.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Taiwan's foreign ministry and the de facto US embassy in Taipei didn't give any confirmation.&nbsp;

Despite defying China, the visits are extremely important for Taiwan as Pelosi was the highest-ranked elected US official to visit Taiwan in 25 years.&nbsp;

But her visit has definitely flared up geo-political tensions between China and US as Beijing launched large-scale military drills in the waters around Taiwan.&nbsp;

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China has never ruled out using force to bring Taiwan under its control.&nbsp;

Taiwan's government says the People's Republic of China has never ruled the island and so has no right to claim it, and that only its 23 million people can decide their future.&nbsp;

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Taiwan's Central News Agency (CNA) reported that more United States lawmakers are set to visit Taiwan despite China's anger on Thursday evening. The news agency did not name the lawmakers who were coming. The report only mentioned that they would arrive on a US military aircraft at Taipei's downtown Songshan airport. It also stated that they would meet Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen on Friday. This will be the third arrival of the US delegation in the island nation this month after US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's controversial trip and after that five US lawmakers visited Taipei. ALSO READ | Amid escalating tensions with China, Taiwan proposes double-digit increase in defence budget The recent visits have angered China as it staged military drills near Taiwan. China views Taiwan as part of its territory and even claimed that, in case needed, it will use force to unite the two territories. and has vowed to one day take it, by force if necessary. Meanwhile, Taiwan's foreign ministry and the de facto US embassy in Taipei didn't give any confirmation. Despite defying China, the visits are extremely important for Taiwan as Pelosi was the highest-ranked elected US official to visit Taiwan in 25 years. But her visit has definitely flared up geo-political tensions between China and US as Beijing launched large-scale military drills in the waters around Taiwan. ALSO READ | Biden to kick off midterm rally in Maryland on Thursday WATCH | UN report on Xinjiang's Uighur treatment may be further delayed × China has never ruled out using force to bring Taiwan under its control. Taiwan's government says the People's Republic of China has never ruled the island and so has no right to claim it, and that only its 23 million people can decide their future. 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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Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and actor Sonali Phogat died of a suspected heart attack on Monday night. Now, the brother of the Haryana BJP leader has raised questions about her death, claiming that she was murdered by two of her associates.&nbsp;

Her brother has even filed a formal complaint with the Goa Police. Sonali's family has even demanded a probe by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). Several rumours were circulating on social media platforms after the untimely demise of the 42-year-old.&nbsp;

Rinku Dhaka, who is Sonali's brother alleged that before her death, Phogat had spoken to her mother, sister and brother-in-law. He mentioned that she sounded disturbed and complained against her two colleagues.&nbsp;

Rinku also claimed that the CCTV cameras, laptop and other crucial things from her farmhouse in Haryana have gone missing after her death.&nbsp;

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Dhaka told reporters outside the Anjuna police station, "We had asked her to stay away from them and return to Hisar the next day (after Phogat spoke to her mother)."&nbsp; 
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As per the reports, Rinku claimed the police have refused to register a First Information Report (FIR) against the two persons he has mentioned. "If the FIR is not filed against them, we will not allow the postmortem to be conducted in Goa," he said.&nbsp;

The family is in shock. Her sisters said they couldn't accept that she died of a heart attack.&nbsp;

"My sister cannot have a heart attack. She was very fit. We demand a proper investigation by CBI. My family is not ready to accept that she died of a heart attack. She had no such medical problem," one of her sisters, Rupesh, told news agency ANI.&nbsp;

"I received a call from her the evening before her death. She said she wanted to talk over WhatsApp and said that something fishy is going on... later, she cut the call and then didn't pick up," she added.&nbsp;

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Meanwhile, Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant told reporters in Panjim, Goa, "We're taking it seriously. The (police chief) is himself monitoring. Investigation and postmortem reports will come to him. A preliminary assessment points at cardiac arrest."&nbsp;

Sawant said he has been following up on the matter with Director General of Police Jaspal Singh. "The Goa Police are conducting a detailed investigation into the case," he added.&nbsp;

Sonali was "brought dead" at the St Anthony Hospital at Anjuna in North Goa on Tuesday morning. Amid concerns, the post-mortem will be carried out by a medical board.&nbsp;

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Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and actor Sonali Phogat died of a suspected heart attack on Monday night. Now, the brother of the Haryana BJP leader has raised questions about her death, claiming that she was murdered by two of her associates. Her brother has even filed a formal complaint with the Goa Police. Sonali's family has even demanded a probe by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). Several rumours were circulating on social media platforms after the untimely demise of the 42-year-old. Rinku Dhaka, who is Sonali's brother alleged that before her death, Phogat had spoken to her mother, sister and brother-in-law. He mentioned that she sounded disturbed and complained against her two colleagues. Rinku also claimed that the CCTV cameras, laptop and other crucial things from her farmhouse in Haryana have gone missing after her death. ALSO READ | India: Bihar CM Nitish Kumar wins trust vote amid BJP walkout Dhaka told reporters outside the Anjuna police station, "We had asked her to stay away from them and return to Hisar the next day (after Phogat spoke to her mother)." As per the reports, Rinku claimed the police have refused to register a First Information Report (FIR) against the two persons he has mentioned. "If the FIR is not filed against them, we will not allow the postmortem to be conducted in Goa," he said. The family is in shock. Her sisters said they couldn't accept that she died of a heart attack. "My sister cannot have a heart attack. She was very fit. We demand a proper investigation by CBI. My family is not ready to accept that she died of a heart attack. She had no such medical problem," one of her sisters, Rupesh, told news agency ANI. "I received a call from her the evening before her death. She said she wanted to talk over WhatsApp and said that something fishy is going on... later, she cut the call and then didn't pick up," she added. ALSO READ | India: Supreme Court bats for same abortion limits for married & unmarried women Meanwhile, Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant told reporters in Panjim, Goa, "We're taking it seriously. The (police chief) is himself monitoring. Investigation and postmortem reports will come to him. A preliminary assessment points at cardiac arrest." Sawant said he has been following up on the matter with Director General of Police Jaspal Singh. "The Goa Police are conducting a detailed investigation into the case," he added. Sonali was "brought dead" at the St Anthony Hospital at Anjuna in North Goa on Tuesday morning. Amid concerns, the post-mortem will be carried out by a medical board. (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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It might come as a shock that doppelgängers do not only have similar faces, but their genetics may also be similar.&nbsp;

New research published on Tuesday (August 23) sheds light upon those with striking resemblances. It says they might share many genetic variants, beyond those that shape the appearance of the face and body.&nbsp;

As per the research, the lookalikes may even have similarities in other general aspects of their life and personality traits.&nbsp;

A paper titled "Look-alike humans identified by facial recognition algorithms show genetic similarities" is published in the journal Cell Reports. It mentions that doppelgängers tend to share some of the same genetic variants associated with both physical and behavioural or lifestyle traits.&nbsp;

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A team of researchers characterised in detail a set of "look-alike" humans, who are defined by facial recognition algorithms, for their multi-omics landscape.&nbsp;

And after the analysis, they can report that these individuals share similar genotypes and differ in their DNA methylation and microbiome landscape.&nbsp;

Manel Esteller, a researcher from the Josep Carreras Leukemia Research Institute in Barcelona, Spain and his colleagues explored their interest to understand the other similarities these pairs might share.&nbsp;

To conduct the research, the team used images of 32 sets of doubles from Canadian artist François Brunelle, who has reportedly been documenting doppelgangers for years. &nbsp;

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The genes were then compared by the team. They also compared the behaviours of unrelated twins around the world.&nbsp;

Their images ran through facial recognition software in order to analyse the similarities between each pair.&nbsp;

Out of the total, 16 couples showed uncanny resemblance to each other, so much that they looked like real-life identical twins.&nbsp;

After that, the researcher tested the pairs with similarities using sophisticated DNA tests and lifestyle surveys. They yearned to find similarities other than their appearance. &nbsp;

"These results not only provide insights about the genetics that determine our face but also might have implications for the establishment of other human anthropometric properties and even personality characteristics," a part of the study read.&nbsp;

Esteller said: "This unique set of samples has allowed us to study how genomics, epigenomics, and microbiomics can contribute to human resemblance."&nbsp;

In an email to Gizmodo, Esteller said, "The results were that these lookalike humans had similar genetic sequences and are therefore like virtual twins, while their epigenetic and microorganism flora profiles differentiate them."&nbsp;

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The study mentioned that the doppelgangers were more likely to have similar levels of education, height, weight and even smoking history.&nbsp;

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For 100% accuracy in the results, the researchers also made sure that they check whether or not the doppelgangers were closely related.&nbsp;

The study noted that they might share the same origin, country or ethnic background but they were apparently not related. The team found that only one pair might have had a common ancestor but that too in the last several hundred years.&nbsp;

Esteller said, "We think that the generation of some genetic similarities between these couples occurred by random chance. There are so many people on the planet that the system is repeating itself—the combinations of the genome are no longer infinite."&nbsp;

He added, “Thus, nature is very strong, but nurture tunes up the genome a little bit."&nbsp;

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It might come as a shock that doppelgängers do not only have similar faces, but their genetics may also be similar. New research published on Tuesday (August 23) sheds light upon those with striking resemblances.

It might come as a shock that doppelgängers do not only have similar faces, but their genetics may also be similar. New research published on Tuesday (August 23) sheds light upon those with striking resemblances. It says they might share many genetic variants, beyond those that shape the appearance of the face and body. As per the research, the lookalikes may even have similarities in other general aspects of their life and personality traits. A paper titled "Look-alike humans identified by facial recognition algorithms show genetic similarities" is published in the journal Cell Reports. It mentions that doppelgängers tend to share some of the same genetic variants associated with both physical and behavioural or lifestyle traits. ALSO READ | Dangling upside down, some spiders may sleep and dream like humans: Study A team of researchers characterised in detail a set of "look-alike" humans, who are defined by facial recognition algorithms, for their multi-omics landscape. And after the analysis, they can report that these individuals share similar genotypes and differ in their DNA methylation and microbiome landscape. Manel Esteller, a researcher from the Josep Carreras Leukemia Research Institute in Barcelona, Spain and his colleagues explored their interest to understand the other similarities these pairs might share. To conduct the research, the team used images of 32 sets of doubles from Canadian artist François Brunelle, who has reportedly been documenting doppelgangers for years. ALSO READ | Dugong’s functional extinction in China due to habitat destruction, ‘a wakeup call’ to prioritise efforts The genes were then compared by the team. They also compared the behaviours of unrelated twins around the world. Their images ran through facial recognition software in order to analyse the similarities between each pair. Out of the total, 16 couples showed uncanny resemblance to each other, so much that they looked like real-life identical twins. After that, the researcher tested the pairs with similarities using sophisticated DNA tests and lifestyle surveys. They yearned to find similarities other than their appearance. "These results not only provide insights about the genetics that determine our face but also might have implications for the establishment of other human anthropometric properties and even personality characteristics," a part of the study read. Esteller said: "This unique set of samples has allowed us to study how genomics, epigenomics, and microbiomics can contribute to human resemblance." In an email to Gizmodo, Esteller said, "The results were that these lookalike humans had similar genetic sequences and are therefore like virtual twins, while their epigenetic and microorganism flora profiles differentiate them." Gravitas: Breathtaking photos of Jupiter as captured by James Webb telescope × The study mentioned that the doppelgangers were more likely to have similar levels of education, height, weight and even smoking history. For 100% accuracy in the results, the researchers also made sure that they check whether or not the doppelgangers were closely related. The study noted that they might share the same origin, country or ethnic background but they were apparently not related. The team found that only one pair might have had a common ancestor but that too in the last several hundred years. Esteller said, "We think that the generation of some genetic similarities between these couples occurred by random chance. There are so many people on the planet that the system is repeating itself—the combinations of the genome are no longer infinite." He added, “Thus, nature is very strong, but nurture tunes up the genome a little bit." 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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Paul Pelosi, the husband of US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, pleaded guilty on Tuesday (August 23) to drinking and driving in May, US media reported. The 82-year-old crashed his Porsche in Napa County, California, in May 2022. Paul admitted that he was driving under the influence of alcohol and causing injury.&nbsp;

On Tuesday, Judge Joseph Solga announced the judgement sentencing him to five days in jail prison.&nbsp;But he will not serve any jail time as he will receive credit for two days that he has already served.&nbsp;

After the accident happened on May 28, the night Paul spent in jail will count for two days. The other two days have been taken off for good behaviour.&nbsp;

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Reports have mentioned that Paul will serve his final day by doing eight hours of community service.&nbsp;Media reports also mentioned that the court has also ordered Paul to install an interlock ignition device on his vehicle for one year.&nbsp;

Notably, Paul will be on probation for three years and he will also pay upwards of $1,700 in fines. Restitution to remain in the court's jurisdiction and also his attendance in drinking-driver class for three months.&nbsp;

Paul was not in the court when the judgement was announced and he was represented by Amanda Bevins, who is his lawyer.&nbsp;

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Details about the accident&nbsp;

As per a collision report from the California Highway Patrol, Paul had been attempting to cross SR-29 in late May when his 2021 Porsche was hit by a 2014 Jeep, which was travelling northbound on the road. The report mentioned that the vehicles "sustained major collision damage.”&nbsp;

He had pleaded not guilty.&nbsp;

The complaint noted that Paul was driving his vehicle "under the influence of an alcoholic beverage and a drug and under their combined influence."&nbsp;

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Paul Pelosi, the husband of US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, pleaded guilty on Tuesday (August 23) to drinking and driving in May, US media reported. The 82-year-old crashed his Porsche in Napa County, California, in May 2022.

Paul Pelosi, the husband of US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, pleaded guilty on Tuesday (August 23) to drinking and driving in May, US media reported. The 82-year-old crashed his Porsche in Napa County, California, in May 2022. Paul admitted that he was driving under the influence of alcohol and causing injury. On Tuesday, Judge Joseph Solga announced the judgement sentencing him to five days in jail prison. But he will not serve any jail time as he will receive credit for two days that he has already served. After the accident happened on May 28, the night Paul spent in jail will count for two days. The other two days have been taken off for good behaviour. ALSO READ | Ukraine war: UN condemns cages put up in Mariupol concert hall for prisoners of war Reports have mentioned that Paul will serve his final day by doing eight hours of community service. Media reports also mentioned that the court has also ordered Paul to install an interlock ignition device on his vehicle for one year. Notably, Paul will be on probation for three years and he will also pay upwards of $1,700 in fines. Restitution to remain in the court's jurisdiction and also his attendance in drinking-driver class for three months. Paul was not in the court when the judgement was announced and he was represented by Amanda Bevins, who is his lawyer. ALSO READ | Ukraine war: UN condemns cages put up in Mariupol concert hall for prisoners of war Details about the accident As per a collision report from the California Highway Patrol, Paul had been attempting to cross SR-29 in late May when his 2021 Porsche was hit by a 2014 Jeep, which was travelling northbound on the road. The report mentioned that the vehicles "sustained major collision damage.” He had pleaded not guilty. The complaint noted that Paul was driving his vehicle "under the influence of an alcoholic beverage and a drug and under their combined influence." 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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August 24 is the day when Ukraine marks its independence from Soviet rule in 1991, but this year it coincides with six months of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.&nbsp;

On the same day, Pope Francis renewed calls for peace "for the beloved Ukrainian people". He also warned of a potential "nuclear disaster"&nbsp;at Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in southern Ukraine.&nbsp;

At the beginning of his address, Pope said, ''I renew my invitation to implore the Lord for peace for the beloved Ukrainian people, who have been suffering the horror of war for six months."&nbsp;

He further added, "I hope that concrete steps will be taken to bring an end to the war and to avert the risk of a nuclear disaster at Zaporizhzhia."&nbsp;

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Of late, the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia plant has been at the centre of the Russia-Ukraine war as both sides have accused each other of firing at the facility. The recent claims of firing raised fears of nuclear disaster.

Zaporizhzhia is the largest of its kind in Europe. The Russian forces took over soon after the February 24 invasion. The United Nations has called for the area to be demilitarised.

At his weekly general audience, Pope Francis condemned wars as "madness".&nbsp;

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He also referred to the death of Darya Dugina, daughter of a prominent Russian ultra-nationalist, in a car bombing near Moscow on Saturday. He said, "Innocents pay for war, innocents."

The pope said, "Those who profit from war and the arms trade are criminals who kill humanity."&nbsp;

He also denounced long-standing military conflicts in Syria, Yemen, and Myanmar.

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August 24 is the day when Ukraine marks its independence from Soviet rule in 1991, but this year it coincides with six months of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. On the same day, Pope Francis renewed calls for peace "for the beloved Ukrainian people".

August 24 is the day when Ukraine marks its independence from Soviet rule in 1991, but this year it coincides with six months of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. On the same day, Pope Francis renewed calls for peace "for the beloved Ukrainian people". He also warned of a potential "nuclear disaster" at Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in southern Ukraine. At the beginning of his address, Pope said, ''I renew my invitation to implore the Lord for peace for the beloved Ukrainian people, who have been suffering the horror of war for six months." He further added, "I hope that concrete steps will be taken to bring an end to the war and to avert the risk of a nuclear disaster at Zaporizhzhia." ALSO READ | Six months into Russia war, US to give $3bn in fresh military aid to Ukraine Of late, the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia plant has been at the centre of the Russia-Ukraine war as both sides have accused each other of firing at the facility. The recent claims of firing raised fears of nuclear disaster. Zaporizhzhia is the largest of its kind in Europe. The Russian forces took over soon after the February 24 invasion. The United Nations has called for the area to be demilitarised. At his weekly general audience, Pope Francis condemned wars as "madness". LIVE | Zelensky tells UN Security Council that Russia ‘should unconditionally stop nuclear blackmail’ We need #peace! #PrayTogether #Ukraine pic.twitter.com/pmM674hRV4 — Pope Francis (@Pontifex) August 24, 2022 × He also referred to the death of Darya Dugina, daughter of a prominent Russian ultra-nationalist, in a car bombing near Moscow on Saturday. He said, "Innocents pay for war, innocents." The pope said, "Those who profit from war and the arms trade are criminals who kill humanity." He also denounced long-standing military conflicts in Syria, Yemen, and Myanmar. 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.

On Ukraine's Independence Day, Pope appeals for peace; warns of potential 'nuclear disaster'

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