In a study published online on Tuesday (August 2), it is stated despite being treated with the antiviral Paxlovid, around a third of people with coronavirus (COVID-19) will experience a rebound of their symptoms.&nbsp;

The preprint study, titled 'Viral and Symptom Rebound in Untreated COVID-19 Infection' found that 27 per cent of people with Covid saw a rebound in their symptoms. The study also mentioned that they had initially improved. Preprint means that the study has not been published in a peer-reviewed journal.&nbsp;

Dr Davey Smith, who is the study co-author, said, "It happens all the time. People who are untreated with Covid who then feel better can get symptoms afterward." Dr Smith is also the chief of infectious diseases and global public health at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine.&nbsp;

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Around 12 per cent of people who have tested for coronavirus, had a "viral rebound", which means days after testing negative, they tested positive again. The study further mentioned that the findings are from people who have taken Paxlovid.&nbsp;

Dr Smith said that the return of symptoms could be worse or maybe not as bad as the first bout. He noted: "It’s just the variability in the natural course of the infection."&nbsp;

As mentioned by NBC News, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has said that there is a possibility of symptom recurrence in untreated Covid patients.&nbsp;

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In May, the health agency issued a health alert to inform physicians about Paxlovid rebounds. The alert mentioned that "a brief return of symptoms may be part of the natural history of SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19) infection in some persons, independent of treatment with Paxlovid and regardless of vaccination status."&nbsp;

Dr Paul Sax, who is the clinical director of the division of infectious diseases at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, "In some ways, that’s the natural history of all respiratory viral infections. There are good days and bad days, and then they eventually get better."&nbsp;

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In a study published online on Tuesday (August 2), it is stated despite being treated with the antiviral Paxlovid, around a third of people with coronavirus (COVID-19) will experience a rebound of their symptoms. The preprint study, titled 'Viral and Symptom Rebound in Untreated COVID-19 Infection' found that 27 per cent of people with Covid saw a rebound in their symptoms. The study also mentioned that they had initially improved. Preprint means that the study has not been published in a peer-reviewed journal. Dr Davey Smith, who is the study co-author, said, "It happens all the time. People who are untreated with Covid who then feel better can get symptoms afterward." Dr Smith is also the chief of infectious diseases and global public health at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine. ALSO READ | Consuming more highly processed food items is related to faster cognitive decline: Study Around 12 per cent of people who have tested for coronavirus, had a "viral rebound", which means days after testing negative, they tested positive again. The study further mentioned that the findings are from people who have taken Paxlovid. Dr Smith said that the return of symptoms could be worse or maybe not as bad as the first bout. He noted: "It’s just the variability in the natural course of the infection." As mentioned by NBC News, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has said that there is a possibility of symptom recurrence in untreated Covid patients. ALSO READ | Covid-related loss of smell might be linked to cognitive impairment: Study In May, the health agency issued a health alert to inform physicians about Paxlovid rebounds. The alert mentioned that "a brief return of symptoms may be part of the natural history of SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19) infection in some persons, independent of treatment with Paxlovid and regardless of vaccination status." Dr Paul Sax, who is the clinical director of the division of infectious diseases at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, "In some ways, that’s the natural history of all respiratory viral infections. There are good days and bad days, and then they eventually get better." 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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In the United States, a Utah man has been arrested on suspicion that he started a wildfire when he was trying to burn a spider with his lighter, local police have informed. If suspicion comes true, then the man is to be blamed for the wildfire that led to summer heat, subsequently relatively dry conditions.&nbsp;

On Monday, the Springville Fire started at about 5 pm (local time). Reports revealed tha the fire consumed 60 acres of federal land east of Springville, part of metropolitan Provo. On Tuesday, the state fire officials announced that it was 90 per cent was contained.&nbsp;

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The 26-year-old man, identified as Cory Allan Martin, was arrested, Utah County Sheriff's Office said on Tuesday. He has been taken into custody on suspicion of starring the fire, possessing marijuana and possessing drug paraphernalia.&nbsp;

As quoted by United States-based media outlets, officials said that the firefighters encountered the man on a mountain slope. Reports claimed that Cory apparently told them he started the blaze.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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According to a sheriff's affidavit filed to support the arrest: "Cory stated he found a spider on the mountain and was attempting to burn the spider with a lighter."&nbsp;

"When he attempted to burn the spider, the surrounding brush ignited and the fire began spreading very rapidly," the document added.&nbsp;

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In the United States, a Utah man has been arrested on suspicion that he started a wildfire when he was trying to burn a spider with his lighter, local police have informed. If suspicion comes true, then the man is to be blamed for the wildfire that led to summer heat, subsequently relatively dry conditions. On Monday, the Springville Fire started at about 5 pm (local time). Reports revealed tha the fire consumed 60 acres of federal land east of Springville, part of metropolitan Provo. On Tuesday, the state fire officials announced that it was 90 per cent was contained. ALSO READ | Volcano erupts again near Iceland's capital, again The 26-year-old man, identified as Cory Allan Martin, was arrested, Utah County Sheriff's Office said on Tuesday. He has been taken into custody on suspicion of starring the fire, possessing marijuana and possessing drug paraphernalia. As quoted by United States-based media outlets, officials said that the firefighters encountered the man on a mountain slope. Reports claimed that Cory apparently told them he started the blaze. ALSO READ | A foreign arms depot in Ukraine's Lviv region has been destroyed, says Russia According to a sheriff's affidavit filed to support the arrest: "Cory stated he found a spider on the mountain and was attempting to burn the spider with a lighter." "When he attempted to burn the spider, the surrounding brush ignited and the fire began spreading very rapidly," the document 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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European aircraft maker&nbsp;Airbus&nbsp;has cancelled its contract to deliver 19 A350 planes to Qatar Airways, a source close to the matter said Wednesday, amid a feud between the two aviation giants.

Airbus&nbsp;had already cancelled a multi-billion-dollar order of 50 planes from Qatar Airways, a major customer, earlier in the year, over the airline's grounding of A350 aircraft.

Qatar Airways has been locked in a dispute with&nbsp;Airbus&nbsp;over degradation of the exterior fuselage surfaces on some of its A350 wide-body planes.

The issue has led the airline, one of the Gulf region's "big three" carriers, to ground 23 of the aircraft and not accept further deliveries from the European firm until the problem is resolved.

Qatar Airways claimed damages from&nbsp;Airbus&nbsp;amounting to $200,000 per day, per plane out of action.

The order for the 19 aircraft was worth seven billion euros at catalogue prices, though airlines are usually charged less for large purchases.

Neither&nbsp;Airbus&nbsp;nor Qatar Airways immediately commented on the cancelled order.

Court battle

The airline and leading plane-maker have been fighting in the British courts for months over the paint problem.

Qatar Airways launched legal action against&nbsp;Airbus&nbsp;over the issue before the High Court in London in December, with&nbsp;Airbus&nbsp;vigorously defending the A350 against any suggestions the aircraft isn't safe.

Qatar's civil aviation authority grounded the planes judging the exposure of the metal mesh under the paint posed a safety risk.

But the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) found it posed no impact on the airworthiness of the aircraft.

In May, both sides said they hoped to reach a negotiated settlement.

Qatar Airways is demanding about $1 billion in damages over the peeling paintwork, which it says is a threat to the A350's lightning conductor.

After the airline last year grounded part of its fleet of A350s,&nbsp;Airbus&nbsp;responded by cancelling an order worth more than $6 billion for 50 A321s from Qatar Airways.

Airbus&nbsp;said that a clause in the contract for the 50 A321 planes allowed its cancellation if Qatar Airways failed to fully honour any of its other contracts, which the airline did by refusing to take delivery of A350 aircraft.

In January, an&nbsp;Airbus&nbsp;spokesman told AFP that the aircraft maker had "terminated" the contract for 50 single-aisle A321neo aircraft, "in accordance with our rights".

Qatar Airways chief executive Akbar Al Baker in June accused&nbsp;Airbus&nbsp;of acting like a "bully" over the dispute.&nbsp;

"A manufacturer must never be allowed to use their market dominance to bully their long-standing customer," he said at the International Air Transport Association annual general meeting in Doha.

Airbus&nbsp;chief Guillaume Faury, for his part, had said he was looking to talk to try to resolve the issue but acknowledged it was difficult.

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European aircraft maker Airbus has cancelled its contract to deliver 19 A350 planes to Qatar Airways, a source close to the matter said Wednesday, amid a feud between the two aviation giants.

European aircraft maker Airbus has cancelled its contract to deliver 19 A350 planes to Qatar Airways, a source close to the matter said Wednesday, amid a feud between the two aviation giants. Airbus had already cancelled a multi-billion-dollar order of 50 planes from Qatar Airways, a major customer, earlier in the year, over the airline's grounding of A350 aircraft. Qatar Airways has been locked in a dispute with Airbus over degradation of the exterior fuselage surfaces on some of its A350 wide-body planes. The issue has led the airline, one of the Gulf region's "big three" carriers, to ground 23 of the aircraft and not accept further deliveries from the European firm until the problem is resolved. Qatar Airways claimed damages from Airbus amounting to $200,000 per day, per plane out of action. The order for the 19 aircraft was worth seven billion euros at catalogue prices, though airlines are usually charged less for large purchases. Neither Airbus nor Qatar Airways immediately commented on the cancelled order. Court battle The airline and leading plane-maker have been fighting in the British courts for months over the paint problem. Qatar Airways launched legal action against Airbus over the issue before the High Court in London in December, with Airbus vigorously defending the A350 against any suggestions the aircraft isn't safe. Qatar's civil aviation authority grounded the planes judging the exposure of the metal mesh under the paint posed a safety risk. But the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) found it posed no impact on the airworthiness of the aircraft. In May, both sides said they hoped to reach a negotiated settlement. Qatar Airways is demanding about $1 billion in damages over the peeling paintwork, which it says is a threat to the A350's lightning conductor. After the airline last year grounded part of its fleet of A350s, Airbus responded by cancelling an order worth more than $6 billion for 50 A321s from Qatar Airways. Airbus said that a clause in the contract for the 50 A321 planes allowed its cancellation if Qatar Airways failed to fully honour any of its other contracts, which the airline did by refusing to take delivery of A350 aircraft. In January, an Airbus spokesman told AFP that the aircraft maker had "terminated" the contract for 50 single-aisle A321neo aircraft, "in accordance with our rights". Qatar Airways chief executive Akbar Al Baker in June accused Airbus of acting like a "bully" over the dispute. "A manufacturer must never be allowed to use their market dominance to bully their long-standing customer," he said at the International Air Transport Association annual general meeting in Doha. Airbus chief Guillaume Faury, for his part, had said he was looking to talk to try to resolve the issue but acknowledged it was difficult. 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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Myanmar state media announced on Wednesday (August 3) the birth of a rare white elephant in the western part of the country. In the Buddhist-majority country, many believe that to be an auspicious creature.&nbsp;

As mentioned by the news agency AFP, the state media said that the rare elephant was born last month in western Rakhine state. As per the Global New Light of Myanmar newspaper, the baby weighs about 80 kilograms and stands roughly 70 cm tall.&nbsp;

Although the video is not available in the public domain, the news agency mentioned that the state TV showed a video of the tusker tot following his mother to a river and being washed by its keepers. Later the baby was seen feeding from her.&nbsp;

The newspaper reported: "Pearl-coloured eyes, plantain branch-shaped back, white hair, a distinctive tail, auspicious plot signs on the skin, five claws on the front legs and four on the back legs and big ears."&nbsp;

As far as history is considered, white elephants were considered extremely auspicious in Southeast Asian culture. Ancient rulers of the region acquired as many as they could to boost their fortunes.&nbsp;

It is said tha the ruinous cost of keeping the beasts in appropriately lavish style gave rise to the modern expression in which a "white elephant" is useless if beautiful, possession.&nbsp;

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Myanmar state media announced on Wednesday (August 3) the birth of a rare white elephant in the western part of the country. In the Buddhist-majority country, many believe that to be an auspicious creature. As mentioned by the news agency AFP, the state media said that the rare elephant was born last month in western Rakhine state. As per the Global New Light of Myanmar newspaper, the baby weighs about 80 kilograms and stands roughly 70 cm tall. Although the video is not available in the public domain, the news agency mentioned that the state TV showed a video of the tusker tot following his mother to a river and being washed by its keepers. Later the baby was seen feeding from her. The newspaper reported: "Pearl-coloured eyes, plantain branch-shaped back, white hair, a distinctive tail, auspicious plot signs on the skin, five claws on the front legs and four on the back legs and big ears." As far as history is considered, white elephants were considered extremely auspicious in Southeast Asian culture. Ancient rulers of the region acquired as many as they could to boost their fortunes. It is said tha the ruinous cost of keeping the beasts in appropriately lavish style gave rise to the modern expression in which a "white elephant" is useless if beautiful, possession. (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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The latest study might change the update definition of death as in potential breakthrough, a team of scientists were able to restore the blood flow of pigs that were dead for an hour.

The latest study might change the update definition of death as in potential breakthrough, a team of scientists were able to restore the blood flow of pigs that were dead for an hour. They also managed to restore cell function in some organs. In the study published on Wednesday (August 3) in the scientific journal Nature, researchers at Yale University announced that they used new technology to restore cells and bring the animals' cells back to function. The study appears to be a milestone in opening up new windows and possibilities for the collection of human organs for transplant. The technology used by the researcher could help organs last longer if after death. It can be a blessing for millions of people across the world. ALSO READ | Consuming more highly processed food items is related to faster cognitive decline: Study David Andrijevic, an associate research scientist in neuroscience at Yale School of Medicine and co-lead author of the study, said, "All cells do not die immediately, there is a more protracted series of events. It is a process in which you can intervene, stop, and restore some cellular function." Brendan Parent, an assistant professor of bioethics at the NYU Grossman School of Medicine, was left stunned. As quoted by NBC News, Parent said, "My brain went to all the crazy places we could go in 20 or 30 years." Parent was not involved in the study. Previously in 2019, the US-based team managed to restore cell function in the brains of pigs hours after they had been decapitated. In the latest study, the researchers have used the same technique used in 2019 and expanded it to the entire body. To conduct the study, they induced a heart attack in the anaesthetised pigs. When the blood stopped flowing through the bodies, they applied the technique. ALSO READ | Tattoo as health monitoring device? South Korean scientists develop unique technology A liquid containing the pigs' own blood, as well as a synthetic form of haemoglobin and drugs that protect cells and prevent blood clots was pumped into the bodies of dead pigs. Haemoglobin is the protein that carries oxygen in red blood cells. Blood started circulating again and many cells began functioning including in vital organs such as the heart, liver and kidney, for the next six hours of the experiment. Nenad Sestan, the study's senior author and a researcher at Yale University, told journalists: "These cells were functioning hours after they should not have been -- what this tells us is that the demise of cells can be halted." Such studies lead to one question, could death be treatable? 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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In the aftermath of the United States House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan, twenty-seven Chinese warplanes flew into the island nation's air defence zone on Wednesday (August 3). Pelosi and her delegation left Taiwan and headed to South Korea on her Aisa tour. After that, she will visit Japan.&nbsp;

Taiwan's defence ministry said in a tweet: "27 PLA aircraft... entered the surrounding area of (Republic of China) on August 3, 2022." The ministry informed that as many as six J-11 fighter jets, five J-16 multirole fighters and 16 SU-30 multirole fighters entered the air defence zone today.&nbsp;

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Pelosi's historic visit to Taiwan has angered China and Beijing claims the self-ruled island country as its own territory. China even says that it will not hesitate in using use force to unite the two territories one day, in case it is required.&nbsp;

Previously, on Monday night, 21 Chinese military aircraft flew into the southwestern part of Taiwan's air defence zone. In an immediate response, Taiwan deployed anti-aircraft missile systems and also sent an air patrol to monitor the situation.&nbsp;

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Meanwhile, the Chinese state television on showed footage of military drills conducted by the PLA's Eastern Theatre Command near Taiwan. The CCTV showed military planes taking off, naval warships on patrol, military vehicles and missile weapons participating in drills.&nbsp;

Although, there is no confirmation regarding when the video was recorded.&nbsp;

The spokesperson of Eastern Theatre Command, Shi Yi, said that the exercises were aimed to "shock and deter against the major escalation of the United States' recent negative actions on the Taiwan issue, and a serious warning to the Taiwan independence forces."&nbsp;

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In the aftermath of the United States House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan, twenty-seven Chinese warplanes flew into the island nation's air defence zone on Wednesday (August 3). Pelosi and her delegation left Taiwan and headed to South Korea on her Aisa tour. After that, she will visit Japan. Taiwan's defence ministry said in a tweet: "27 PLA aircraft... entered the surrounding area of (Republic of China) on August 3, 2022." The ministry informed that as many as six J-11 fighter jets, five J-16 multirole fighters and 16 SU-30 multirole fighters entered the air defence zone today. ALSO READ | Nancy Pelosi's Taiwan trip provokes China: A win for her, but a headache for the region Pelosi's historic visit to Taiwan has angered China and Beijing claims the self-ruled island country as its own territory. China even says that it will not hesitate in using use force to unite the two territories one day, in case it is required. Previously, on Monday night, 21 Chinese military aircraft flew into the southwestern part of Taiwan's air defence zone. In an immediate response, Taiwan deployed anti-aircraft missile systems and also sent an air patrol to monitor the situation. ALSO READ | Pelosi in Taiwan: How SPAR19 became the most tracked flight of all time 27 PLA aircraft (J-11*6, J-16*5 and SU-30*16) entered the surrounding area of R.O.C. on August 3, 2022. Please check our official website for more information: https://t.co/m1gW2N4ZL7 pic.twitter.com/Aw71EgmRjj — 國防部 Ministry of National Defense, R.O.C. 🇹🇼 (@MoNDefense) August 3, 2022 × Meanwhile, the Chinese state television on showed footage of military drills conducted by the PLA's Eastern Theatre Command near Taiwan. The CCTV showed military planes taking off, naval warships on patrol, military vehicles and missile weapons participating in drills. Although, there is no confirmation regarding when the video was recorded. The spokesperson of Eastern Theatre Command, Shi Yi, said that the exercises were aimed to "shock and deter against the major escalation of the United States' recent negative actions on the Taiwan issue, and a serious warning to the Taiwan independence forces." 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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Conservationists have found a native magnolia in Haiti. This species of plant was lost to science for over nine decades. It is after 97 years that the magnolia species has been discovered, the original habitat of which was destroyed due to deforestation. &nbsp;

This species is known for its pure white flowers and uniquely shaped leaves. Originally found in the forest of Morne Colombo and also known as magnolia emarginata, this tree was considered endangered and featured on the International Union for conservation of nature’s red list of threatened species. &nbsp;

With this recent discovery, a new ray of hope has sparked for the conservation of forests in Haiti. Haiti is a Caribbean country and due to a decline in forest space, only 1 % of the country’s original forest remained. In fact, the indigenous plants in the country are now limited to inaccessible mountains or ravines. In such a situation, this rediscovery could help in saving the habitat of the country. &nbsp;

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A team from the Haiti National Trust travelled to Massif du Nord, Haiti’s longest mountain range, in search of this plant species. The primary reason behind this search was that this particular species could survive in an elevated environment. It was after three days of the expedition that the team spotted one tree and has discovered sixteen flowering trees at various stages of development. In fact, there are plants that are in the very early phase of their growth. &nbsp;

This discovery has instilled hope among scientists that more species can be found and conserved in the area. In fact, the Haiti National Trust has cultivated four other native magnolia types.&nbsp;

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Spread across the island of Hispaniola, they hope to use their experience to help local communities contribute to restoration efforts. Further, they aim to start a nursery. &nbsp;

Such discoveries are crucial for environment conservation and Eladio Fernández, leader of the expedition for the Haiti National Trust shared that the discovery of this once-lost species has instilled hope and optimism for the future.&nbsp;

He said: "Despite the bleak state of the country’s degraded forests, it still harbours species like this that are found nowhere else in the world, giving us the opportunity to save them."&nbsp;

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Conservationists have found a native magnolia in Haiti. This species of plant was lost to science for over nine decades. It is after 97 years that the magnolia species has been discovered, the original habitat of which was destroyed due to deforestation.

Conservationists have found a native magnolia in Haiti. This species of plant was lost to science for over nine decades. It is after 97 years that the magnolia species has been discovered, the original habitat of which was destroyed due to deforestation. This species is known for its pure white flowers and uniquely shaped leaves. Originally found in the forest of Morne Colombo and also known as magnolia emarginata, this tree was considered endangered and featured on the International Union for conservation of nature’s red list of threatened species. With this recent discovery, a new ray of hope has sparked for the conservation of forests in Haiti. Haiti is a Caribbean country and due to a decline in forest space, only 1 % of the country’s original forest remained. In fact, the indigenous plants in the country are now limited to inaccessible mountains or ravines. In such a situation, this rediscovery could help in saving the habitat of the country. ALSO READ | Teeth that were 'gathering dust for 40 years', lead to the discovery of Europe's last Panda A team from the Haiti National Trust travelled to Massif du Nord, Haiti’s longest mountain range, in search of this plant species. The primary reason behind this search was that this particular species could survive in an elevated environment. It was after three days of the expedition that the team spotted one tree and has discovered sixteen flowering trees at various stages of development. In fact, there are plants that are in the very early phase of their growth. This discovery has instilled hope among scientists that more species can be found and conserved in the area. In fact, the Haiti National Trust has cultivated four other native magnolia types. ALSO READ | Ancient rocks can show how Earth was able to sustain life, study says #Magnolia species lost to science for 97 years rediscovered in #Haiti - Conservationists find native magnolia for first time since 1925 after original habitat destroyed by #deforestationhttps://t.co/tIxMXAUwUb pic.twitter.com/YWJgSmM7ut — Environmental Investigation Agency (@EIA_News) August 3, 2022 × Spread across the island of Hispaniola, they hope to use their experience to help local communities contribute to restoration efforts. Further, they aim to start a nursery. Such discoveries are crucial for environment conservation and Eladio Fernández, leader of the expedition for the Haiti National Trust shared that the discovery of this once-lost species has instilled hope and optimism for the future. He said: "Despite the bleak state of the country’s degraded forests, it still harbours species like this that are found nowhere else in the world, giving us the opportunity to save them." 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.

Haiti: Conservationists rediscover magnolia tree in forest. It was lost for 97 years

The United States House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has left Taiwan. Her next stop is the ongoing Asia tour in South Korea and after that, she will head to Japan. Twenty-seven Chinese warplanes flew into Taiwan's air defence zone.&nbsp;a volcano has erupted on a mountain near Iceland's capital Reykjavik.&nbsp;

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The United States House Speaker Nancy Pelosi departed from Taiwan on Wednesday (August 3) evening, ending a historic as well as a controversial tour. The vital trip has angered China, which believed that Pelosi's visit to the island nation would "lead to egregious political impact". This was the highest-level US visit to Taiwan in 25 years.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwans-defence-ministry-says-27-chinese-warplanes-enter-air-defence-zone-503337">Taiwan's defence ministry says 27 Chinese warplanes enter air defence zone</a> 
In the aftermath of the United States House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan, twenty-seven Chinese warplanes flew into the island nation's air defence zone on Wednesday (August 3).&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/volcano-erupts-again-near-icelands-capital-again-503348">Volcano erupts again near Iceland's capital, again</a> 
The Icelandic Meteorological Office (IMO) said on Wednesday (August 3) that a volcano has erupted on a mountain near Iceland's capital Reykjavik. Media reports stated that it is close to the country’s main airport.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/a-foreign-arms-depot-in-ukraines-lviv-region-has-been-destroyed-says-russia-503262">A foreign arms depot in Ukraine's Lviv region has been destroyed, says Russia</a> 
The Russian defence ministry on Wednesday said that a depot of foreign arms near the city of Lviv, Ukraine has been destroyed in a missile strike. The depot in western Ukraine housed weapons supplied by Poland.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-and-us-top-negotiators-to-resume-frayed-nuclear-talks-in-vienna-503326">Top Iran and US negotiators to resume frayed nuclear talks in Vienna</a> 
Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson Nasser Kanani said on Wednesday (August 3) that in a statement that it was sending a delegation to Vienna to resume talks to revive the 2015 agreement on its nuclear programme.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/speakers-close-uk-parliaments-tiktok-account-after-tory-leaders-protested-of-apps-chinese-links-503328">Speakers close UK parliament's TikTok account after Tory leaders protested app's Chinese links</a> 
A day after New Zealand House speaker warned the lawmakers to not use the Chinese app TikTok, the speakers of the House of Commons and House of Lords in the UK have also shut down the UK parliament's TikTok account.

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As the winter season draws closer, the desperation of European nations, especially Germany is visible. Reportedly, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Wednesday visited a Siemens Energy factory in the country and stood in front of a gas turbine, bound for the Nord Stream 1 pipeline that had been sent to Canada for maintenance.&nbsp;

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Pope Francis, who returned on Saturday from a six-day trip to Canada, has said that listening to tales of abuse at Catholic-run schools from Indigenous victims felt like "slaps".&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-to-sign-second-executive-order-to-safeguard-abortion-rights-503294">Biden to sign second executive order to safeguard abortion rights</a> 
US President Joe Biden will sign a second executive order on Wednesday to protect abortion rights, The Guardian reported. Notably, the US Supreme Court had struck down the constitutional right to abortion in June.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/first-ukrainian-grain-shipment-completes-checks-in-turkey-503282">First Ukrainian grain shipment completes checks in Turkey</a> 
A Russian and Ukrainian team on Wednesday completed a high-stakes inspection of the first shipment of grain from Ukraine since the Kremlin's invasion five months ago helped spark a global food crisis.

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The United States House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has left Taiwan. Her next stop is the ongoing Asia tour in South Korea and after that, she will head to Japan. Twenty-seven Chinese warplanes flew into Taiwan's air defence zone.

The United States House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has left Taiwan. Her next stop is the ongoing Asia tour in South Korea and after that, she will head to Japan. Twenty-seven Chinese warplanes flew into Taiwan's air defence zone. a volcano has erupted on a mountain near Iceland's capital Reykjavik. Nancy Pelosi's Taiwan trip provokes China: A win for her, but a headache for the region The United States House Speaker Nancy Pelosi departed from Taiwan on Wednesday (August 3) evening, ending a historic as well as a controversial tour. The vital trip has angered China, which believed that Pelosi's visit to the island nation would "lead to egregious political impact". This was the highest-level US visit to Taiwan in 25 years. Taiwan's defence ministry says 27 Chinese warplanes enter air defence zone In the aftermath of the United States House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan, twenty-seven Chinese warplanes flew into the island nation's air defence zone on Wednesday (August 3). Volcano erupts again near Iceland's capital, again The Icelandic Meteorological Office (IMO) said on Wednesday (August 3) that a volcano has erupted on a mountain near Iceland's capital Reykjavik. Media reports stated that it is close to the country’s main airport. A foreign arms depot in Ukraine's Lviv region has been destroyed, says Russia The Russian defence ministry on Wednesday said that a depot of foreign arms near the city of Lviv, Ukraine has been destroyed in a missile strike. The depot in western Ukraine housed weapons supplied by Poland. Top Iran and US negotiators to resume frayed nuclear talks in Vienna Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson Nasser Kanani said on Wednesday (August 3) that in a statement that it was sending a delegation to Vienna to resume talks to revive the 2015 agreement on its nuclear programme. Speakers close UK parliament's TikTok account after Tory leaders protested app's Chinese links A day after New Zealand House speaker warned the lawmakers to not use the Chinese app TikTok, the speakers of the House of Commons and House of Lords in the UK have also shut down the UK parliament's TikTok account. The turbine conundrum: Russia and Germany play blame game on the delivery of Nord Stream 1 turbine As the winter season draws closer, the desperation of European nations, especially Germany is visible. Reportedly, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Wednesday visited a Siemens Energy factory in the country and stood in front of a gas turbine, bound for the Nord Stream 1 pipeline that had been sent to Canada for maintenance. Listening to 'evil' committed at Catholic-run schools in Canada felt like slaps: Pope Pope Francis, who returned on Saturday from a six-day trip to Canada, has said that listening to tales of abuse at Catholic-run schools from Indigenous victims felt like "slaps". Biden to sign second executive order to safeguard abortion rights US President Joe Biden will sign a second executive order on Wednesday to protect abortion rights, The Guardian reported. Notably, the US Supreme Court had struck down the constitutional right to abortion in June. First Ukrainian grain shipment completes checks in Turkey A Russian and Ukrainian team on Wednesday completed a high-stakes inspection of the first shipment of grain from Ukraine since the Kremlin's invasion five months ago helped spark a global food crisis.

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Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson Nasser Kanani said on Wednesday (August 3) that in a statement that it was sending a delegation to Vienna to resume talks to revive the 2015 agreement on its nuclear programme.

Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson Nasser Kanani said on Wednesday (August 3) that in a statement that it was sending a delegation to Vienna to resume talks to revive the 2015 agreement on its nuclear programme. A top nuclear negotiator and a senior US envoy will travel this week. The plan was notified by the officials from both governments as the process that was stalled in June appears to have been rekindled. Kanani said, "As part of the policy of lifting cruel sanctions against our country, Iran's negotiating team led by Ali Bagheri, the Islamic republic's chief negotiator, will leave for Vienna in a few hours." A US official said Rob Malley, who is the US special envoy for Iran, will travel to Vienna for talks this week on reviving the nuclear agreement. The official did not provide any other details. ALSO READ | Biden to sign second executive order to safeguard abortion rights Differences and conflicts between Iran and the United States are the reason why the talks related to the 2015 nuclear deal remained stagnant after the negotiations began in April 2021 in Vienna. The two sides have negotiated indirectly through the European Union coordinator in a bid to bring the US back into the deal and to lift sanctions on Iran, on the basis that Tehran would return to its nuclear commitments. When the deal was signed in 2015, Iran agreed to a pact with six major powers to limit its nuclear program. After the pact, it was harder for Iran to obtain a weapon in return for relief from economic sanctions. In a turn of events, then US President Donald Trump reneged on the deal in 2018 and reimposed harsh sanctions on Iran. The decision by the former US president led Tehran to start violating the agreement's nuclear limits about a year later. ALSO READ | First Ukrainian grain shipment completes checks in Turkey What's the progress of negotiations? At the end of June, Qatar hosted indirect talks between the US and Iran. Last week, the EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell submitted a new draft text and urged all sides to accept it or "risk a dangerous nuclear crisis". Borrell is also the coordinator of the nuclear talks between Iran and world powers. Expressing "optimism", Kanani added: In this round of talks, which will take place as before with the coordination of the EU, discussions will be held regarding the ideas presented by the parties including those presented this week by Iran to the other party." The statement added that Iran hoped "the opposing parties will resolve the situation by taking the necessary decisions and seriously focusing on resolving the remaining issues". (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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The United States House Speaker Nancy Pelosi departed from Taiwan on Wednesday (August 3) evening, ending a historic as well as a controversial tour. The vital trip has angered China, which believed that Pelosi's visit to the island nation would "lead to egregious political impact". This was the highest-level US visit to Taiwan in 25 years.&nbsp;

Calling the visit a provocation, furious Beijing even geared up for military exercises dangerously close to Taiwan's shores in retaliation for the visit. The United States warned China against using the visit as a pretext for military action against Taiwan.&nbsp;

Leading a congressional delegation to Taiwan is a win for Pelosi but it certainly has caused a headache for the already politically tensed region. With a pledge of solidarity to Taiwan, she is also leaving a trail of Chinese anger.&nbsp;

Pelosi, who is second in line to the US presidency, told Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen, "Our delegation came to Taiwan to make unequivocally clear that we will not abandon Taiwan. Now, more than ever, America's solidarity with Taiwan is crucial, and that’s the message we are bringing here, today," she said during her roughly 19-hour visit."&nbsp;

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"Facing deliberately heightened military threats, Taiwan will not back down. We will... continue to hold the line of defence for democracy," Tsai said at an event with Pelosi in Taipei.&nbsp;

Tsai also thanked the 82-year-old US lawmaker for "taking concrete actions to show your staunch support for Taiwan at this critical moment".&nbsp;

On Wednesday evening, Pelosi's delegation left Taiwan. Her next stop is the ongoing Asia tour in South Korea and after that, she will head to Japan.&nbsp;

China has claimed Taiwan as its own territory since the Chinese civil war of the 1940s and claims that Tsai Ing-wen will defy China's one-nation policy by pushing for formal independence - a red line for the nation. Beijing even claimed that, in case needed, it will use force to unite the two territories.&nbsp;

On the other hand, Taiwan has its own constitution and leaders are elected democratically and the US says it backs the sovereignty of the island nation - the same war reiterated by Pelosi during her visit.&nbsp;

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China imposes trade ban

Apart from military drills, China also imposed a trade ban by announcing a suspension of imports of citrus fruits, chilled white striped hairtail and frozen horse mackerel from Taiwan in retaliation. While its commerce ministry banned the export of natural sand to Taiwan.&nbsp;

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The United States House Speaker Nancy Pelosi departed from Taiwan on Wednesday (August 3) evening, ending a historic as well as a controversial tour. The vital trip has angered China, which believed that Pelosi's visit to the island nation would "lead to egregious political impact".

The United States House Speaker Nancy Pelosi departed from Taiwan on Wednesday (August 3) evening, ending a historic as well as a controversial tour. The vital trip has angered China, which believed that Pelosi's visit to the island nation would "lead to egregious political impact". This was the highest-level US visit to Taiwan in 25 years. Calling the visit a provocation, furious Beijing even geared up for military exercises dangerously close to Taiwan's shores in retaliation for the visit. The United States warned China against using the visit as a pretext for military action against Taiwan. Leading a congressional delegation to Taiwan is a win for Pelosi but it certainly has caused a headache for the already politically tensed region. With a pledge of solidarity to Taiwan, she is also leaving a trail of Chinese anger. Pelosi, who is second in line to the US presidency, told Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen, "Our delegation came to Taiwan to make unequivocally clear that we will not abandon Taiwan. Now, more than ever, America's solidarity with Taiwan is crucial, and that’s the message we are bringing here, today," she said during her roughly 19-hour visit." ALSO READ | After Nancy Pelosi's Taiwan visit, China suspends some trade with Taipei "Facing deliberately heightened military threats, Taiwan will not back down. We will... continue to hold the line of defence for democracy," Tsai said at an event with Pelosi in Taipei. Tsai also thanked the 82-year-old US lawmaker for "taking concrete actions to show your staunch support for Taiwan at this critical moment". On Wednesday evening, Pelosi's delegation left Taiwan. Her next stop is the ongoing Asia tour in South Korea and after that, she will head to Japan. China has claimed Taiwan as its own territory since the Chinese civil war of the 1940s and claims that Tsai Ing-wen will defy China's one-nation policy by pushing for formal independence - a red line for the nation. Beijing even claimed that, in case needed, it will use force to unite the two territories. On the other hand, Taiwan has its own constitution and leaders are elected democratically and the US says it backs the sovereignty of the island nation - the same war reiterated by Pelosi during her visit. ALSO READ | Pelosi in Taiwan: How SPAR19 became the most tracked flight of all time China imposes trade ban Apart from military drills, China also imposed a trade ban by announcing a suspension of imports of citrus fruits, chilled white striped hairtail and frozen horse mackerel from Taiwan in retaliation. While its commerce ministry banned the export of natural sand to Taiwan. 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.

Nancy Pelosi's Taiwan trip provokes China: A win for her, but a headache for the region

The historical conflict between China and Taiwan has taken uglier turns in recent times. Tensions have massively heightened because US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visited Taipei. During her one-day visit, Pelosi met Taiwanese president Tsai Ing-wen along with other top officials of the island nation. She also reaffirmed America’s commitment to Taiwan.&nbsp;

China is Taiwan's largest trading partner and has reacted sharply to this visit. With bilateral trade worth $273 billion last year which accounted for 33 per cent of the island's total trade, globally, the current situation can be alarming. Warning that Washington will "pay a heavy price" for its "mistakes", Pelosi's visit has also stirred a rift between China and the United States because China claims Taiwan as a part of its territory.&nbsp;

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History has it, that Beijing often targets Taiwan’s agricultural industry as punishment for political issues. This time, China has also decided to hold almost a week of military exercises, including live-fire drills in six zones surrounding Taiwan. These drills are accompanied by trade curbs. Beijing halted some trade with Taiwan in retaliation and more disruptions are likely as political tensions intensify between both nations.&nbsp;

Citing excessive pesticide residue as the reason, China suspended some fish and fruit imports from Taiwan. Exports of natural sand which is used in construction have also been banned. Though from an economic perspective Taiwan might be able to sustain these bans, the military exercises have posed to be a bigger threat particularly because of their adverse impact on shipments. In addition to this, China’s Taiwan Affairs Office has declared that it would suspend imports of grapefruit, oranges, lemons and citrus fruits.&nbsp;

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Taiwan media has reported that China banned food imports from more than 100 of its suppliers. In fact, the Chinese customs data show that Beijing has blocked the imports of nearly 2000 food items from Taiwan. However, it is still unclear when these imports were suspended.&nbsp;

Further, tensions are ablaze over the impact of this trade war on Taiwan’s semiconductor industry. Due to its significant global contribution, traders and analysts are worried about an escalation in these tensions and its impact on the inflation levels and the global supply chain.&nbsp;

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The historical conflict between China and Taiwan has taken uglier turns in recent times. Tensions have massively heightened because US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visited Taipei.

The historical conflict between China and Taiwan has taken uglier turns in recent times. Tensions have massively heightened because US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visited Taipei. During her one-day visit, Pelosi met Taiwanese president Tsai Ing-wen along with other top officials of the island nation. She also reaffirmed America’s commitment to Taiwan. China is Taiwan's largest trading partner and has reacted sharply to this visit. With bilateral trade worth $273 billion last year which accounted for 33 per cent of the island's total trade, globally, the current situation can be alarming. Warning that Washington will "pay a heavy price" for its "mistakes", Pelosi's visit has also stirred a rift between China and the United States because China claims Taiwan as a part of its territory. ALSO READ | 'Complete farce': Military exercise near Taiwan necessary, says China amid Pelosi's visit History has it, that Beijing often targets Taiwan’s agricultural industry as punishment for political issues. This time, China has also decided to hold almost a week of military exercises, including live-fire drills in six zones surrounding Taiwan. These drills are accompanied by trade curbs. Beijing halted some trade with Taiwan in retaliation and more disruptions are likely as political tensions intensify between both nations. Citing excessive pesticide residue as the reason, China suspended some fish and fruit imports from Taiwan. Exports of natural sand which is used in construction have also been banned. Though from an economic perspective Taiwan might be able to sustain these bans, the military exercises have posed to be a bigger threat particularly because of their adverse impact on shipments. In addition to this, China’s Taiwan Affairs Office has declared that it would suspend imports of grapefruit, oranges, lemons and citrus fruits. ALSO READ | Pelosi in Taiwan: How SPAR19 became the most tracked flight of all time Taiwan media has reported that China banned food imports from more than 100 of its suppliers. In fact, the Chinese customs data show that Beijing has blocked the imports of nearly 2000 food items from Taiwan. However, it is still unclear when these imports were suspended. Further, tensions are ablaze over the impact of this trade war on Taiwan’s semiconductor industry. Due to its significant global contribution, traders and analysts are worried about an escalation in these tensions and its impact on the inflation levels and the global supply chain. 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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Aadi Perukku is a monsoon festival in the south Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Aadi Perukku is celebrated on the 18th day of the Tamil month of Aadi. The celebration is primarily concerned with water sustainability. It is marked by a variety of rituals and traditions, ranging from preparing special delicacies for a feast with family and friends to praying to the water gods and thanking them for a prosperous year ahead. The Aadi Perukku celebration is quite unique. On this auspicious day, most women pray to Goddess Pravati in addition to praying to God. The celebration also includes preparing and indulging in various rice recipes, ranging from tamarind rice to curd rice classics, and it is well-seasoned with the sweetness of Pongal.&nbsp;

<h2 dir="ltr">When is Aadi Perukku 2022?</h2>

Aadi Perukku 2022 is observed on August 3, the 18th day of the Tamil month of Aadi. It usually takes place in late July or early August. The celebration focuses on thanking the water bodies because the entire month of Aadi is thought to herald the arrival of the monsoon.

<h2 dir="ltr">How is it observed around the world?</h2>

Originally, Aadhi Perukku was only celebrated by those who lived on the banks of the Cauvery River. Nowadays, the festival is celebrated on a global scale. People all over the world, particularly Tamilians, prepare various rice delicacies to spread the joy of this festival. In some ways, Aadi Perukku can be viewed as a form of thanksgiving and gratitude to mother nature, and it is celebrated with the entire family all over the world.&nbsp;

<h2 dir="ltr">Happy Aadi Peruku 2022 Wishes to share with your loved ones</h2>

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	Let us all wish you and your loved ones a joyous Aadi Perukku.
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	A very happy Adi Perukku 2022 to you and your loved ones!
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	Here's wishing you and your loved ones a very happy Adi Perukku 2022!
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Aadi Perukku is a monsoon festival in the south Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Aadi Perukku is celebrated on the 18th day of the Tamil month of Aadi. The celebration is primarily concerned with water sustainability.

Aadi Perukku is a monsoon festival in the south Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Aadi Perukku is celebrated on the 18th day of the Tamil month of Aadi. The celebration is primarily concerned with water sustainability. It is marked by a variety of rituals and traditions, ranging from preparing special delicacies for a feast with family and friends to praying to the water gods and thanking them for a prosperous year ahead. The Aadi Perukku celebration is quite unique. On this auspicious day, most women pray to Goddess Pravati in addition to praying to God. The celebration also includes preparing and indulging in various rice recipes, ranging from tamarind rice to curd rice classics, and it is well-seasoned with the sweetness of Pongal. When is Aadi Perukku 2022? Aadi Perukku 2022 is observed on August 3, the 18th day of the Tamil month of Aadi. It usually takes place in late July or early August. The celebration focuses on thanking the water bodies because the entire month of Aadi is thought to herald the arrival of the monsoon. How is it observed around the world? Originally, Aadhi Perukku was only celebrated by those who lived on the banks of the Cauvery River. Nowadays, the festival is celebrated on a global scale. People all over the world, particularly Tamilians, prepare various rice delicacies to spread the joy of this festival. In some ways, Aadi Perukku can be viewed as a form of thanksgiving and gratitude to mother nature, and it is celebrated with the entire family all over the world. Happy Aadi Peruku 2022 Wishes to share with your loved ones Let us all wish you and your loved ones a joyous Aadi Perukku. A very happy Adi Perukku 2022 to you and your loved ones! Here's wishing you and your loved ones a very happy Adi Perukku 2022! 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.

India Tamil monsoon festival 'Aadi Perukku' 2022: Know its history, significance, and wishes 

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