According to cyber security analytics firm Zscaler Threatlabz, Google has removed 50 more apps from its Play Store as it said that they were infected by the Joker malware.

According to cyber security analytics firm Zscaler Threatlabz, Google has removed 50 more apps from its Play Store as it said that they were infected by the Joker malware. It is suggested that users must uninstall these suspected apps if they are still on their smartphones. It is also recommended that the users must check mobile antivirus programmes to clean their phones. As per Zscaler ThreatLabz’s research team, the Joker, Facestealer and Coper malware have been recently found to be spreading through apps. The reports stated that the majority of these apps were infected with Joker malware, which is one of the most well-known malware that exploits Android devices. It is claimed that it manages to take advantage of Google’s official app store with the help of its trail signatures. The process includes updating the virus’s code, execution process and payload-retrieval techniques. Reports have claimed that once active, Joker can install premium diallers and covert spyware on devices. It entices unsuspecting customers to sign up for costly monthly subscription plans. The report explained, “This malware is designed to steal SMS messages, contact lists, and device information, and to sign the victims up for premium wireless application protocol (WAP) services.” Reports mentioned that Google was instantly notified about these apps and they were immediately removed. But the problem is that those apps have already been downloaded by hundreds and thousands of Android users. Here’s the full list of banned apps: Universal PDF Scanner Private Message Premium SMS Smart Messages Text Emoji SMS Blood Pressure Checker Funny Keyboard Memory Silent Camera Custom-Themed Keyboard Light Messages Themes Photo Keyboard Send SMS Themes Chat Messenger Instant Messenger Cool Keyboard Font Emoji Keyboard Mini PDF Scanner Smart SMS Messages Creative Emoji Keyboard Fancy SMS Fonts Emoji Keyboard Personal Message Funny Emoji Message Magic Photo Editor Professional Messages All Photo Translators Chat SMS Smile Emoji Wow Translator All Language Translator Cool Messages Blood Pressure Diary Chat Text SMS Hi Text SMS Emoji Theme Keyboard iMessager Text SMS Camera Translator Come Messages Painting Photo Editor Rich Theme Message Quick Talk Message Advanced SMS Professional Messenger Classic Game Messenger Style Message Private Game Messages Timestamp Camera Social Message Simple Note Scanner 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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At least five people were killed after a 7.0-magnitude earthquake jolted the northern Philippines on Wednesday (July 27). In the aftermath, the country's President Ferdinand Marcos on Thursday visited the affected region and also promised to help rebuild the damaged homes on the island of Luzon.&nbsp;

Local media reports stated that residents have camped out in parks and on sidewalks as the quake left a trail of destruction in Bangued town in Abra province. It was just 11 km from the epicentre.&nbsp;

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The intensity of the earthquake was so high as buildings were toppled and it shook high-rise towers more than 300 kilometres away in the capital Manila.&nbsp;

After being briefed during a trip to inspect the damage, Marcos told officials: "For the affected and victims, let us make sure we are ready to support them and give them all they need."&nbsp;

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As quoted by the news agency Reuters, Elma Sia, who works at a restaurant, recalled her fearful experience of being caught up in such a powerful earthquake.&nbsp;

The 52-year-old told Reuters: "Everything was moving, our plates were breaking, our lights swaying. We were terrified. I could hear people shouting from a nearby McDonald's restaurant, so people rushed outside to the plaza and started crying out of fear."&nbsp;

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At least five people were killed after a 7.0-magnitude earthquake jolted the northern Philippines on Wednesday (July 27). In the aftermath, the country's President Ferdinand Marcos on Thursday visited the affected region and also promised to help rebuild the damaged homes on the island of Luzon.

At least five people were killed after a 7.0-magnitude earthquake jolted the northern Philippines on Wednesday (July 27). In the aftermath, the country's President Ferdinand Marcos on Thursday visited the affected region and also promised to help rebuild the damaged homes on the island of Luzon. Local media reports stated that residents have camped out in parks and on sidewalks as the quake left a trail of destruction in Bangued town in Abra province. It was just 11 km from the epicentre. ALSO READ | Fueling recession fears, the US economy shrank again in second quarter The intensity of the earthquake was so high as buildings were toppled and it shook high-rise towers more than 300 kilometres away in the capital Manila. After being briefed during a trip to inspect the damage, Marcos told officials: "For the affected and victims, let us make sure we are ready to support them and give them all they need." ALSO READ | US Justice Department gets a fresh warrant to search Trump's lawyer's phone As quoted by the news agency Reuters, Elma Sia, who works at a restaurant, recalled her fearful experience of being caught up in such a powerful earthquake. The 52-year-old told Reuters: "Everything was moving, our plates were breaking, our lights swaying. We were terrified. I could hear people shouting from a nearby McDonald's restaurant, so people rushed outside to the plaza and started crying out of fear." 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 US economy has contracted for the second consecutive quarter.&nbsp;Chinese billionaire Jack Ma intends to give up control of Ant Group Co.&nbsp;In connection to the January 6 Capitol Hill riots, the US Justice Department obtained a new warrant to search the phone of John Eastman, Donald Trump's lawyer.&nbsp;

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Pope Francis recently apologised for the abuses inflicted on the Indigenous peoples&nbsp;of Canada. But the Canadian government has made one thing clear, that the plea for forgiveness is far from enough. The government has also suggested that reconciliation of the distressing history is still a work in progress.&nbsp;

During his historic tour of Canada, the 85-year-old pontiff is seeking forgiveness for the Catholic Church's role in residential schools. These notorious schools are accused of carrying out government policies aimed at assimilating natives by trying to erase their cultures.&nbsp;

Pope Francis arrived in Quebec City to meet Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Governor General Mary Simon at her Quebec residence. The official government reaction came after that.&nbsp;

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Trudeau insisted that the Catholic Church as an institution is to be blamed for the atrocities and needed to do more to atone. He said, "Apologies for the role that the Roman Catholic Church, as an institution, played in the mistreatment of the spiritual, cultural, emotional, physical and sexual abuse that Indigenous children suffered in residential schools run by the church."&nbsp;

The Canadian PM implied that much more needed to be done by the church. He also said that Francis' visit had "an enormous impact" on survivors, it was but a first step.&nbsp;

As quoted by news agency AP, Phil Fontaine, who is a survivor of sexual abuse at the schools and former national chief of the Assembly of First Nations, said Wednesday that the additional reference to "local Catholic institutions" went beyond Francis' original apology.&nbsp;

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Fontaine said in a statement, "It reflects the reality that the Catholic Church in Canada is not one institution. It is made up of about 73 different legal institutions, all of which were defendants in the lawsuits."&nbsp;

It is said&nbsp;that more than 150,000 native children in Canada were taken from their homes from the 19th century until the 1970s.&nbsp;

The final report of&nbsp;National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, which was concluded in 2019, it was found that the Canadian state has perpetrated genocide against Indigenous peoples.&nbsp;

It was said that this genocide is the underlying cause of the contemporary murders and disappearances of Indigenous women and girls.&nbsp;

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Pope Francis recently apologised for the abuses inflicted on the Indigenous peoples of Canada. But the Canadian government has made one thing clear, that the plea for forgiveness is far from enough.

Pope Francis recently apologised for the abuses inflicted on the Indigenous peoples of Canada. But the Canadian government has made one thing clear, that the plea for forgiveness is far from enough. The government has also suggested that reconciliation of the distressing history is still a work in progress. During his historic tour of Canada, the 85-year-old pontiff is seeking forgiveness for the Catholic Church's role in residential schools. These notorious schools are accused of carrying out government policies aimed at assimilating natives by trying to erase their cultures. Pope Francis arrived in Quebec City to meet Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Governor General Mary Simon at her Quebec residence. The official government reaction came after that. ALSO READ | Chinese woman spent years writing fake Russian history on Wikipedia Trudeau insisted that the Catholic Church as an institution is to be blamed for the atrocities and needed to do more to atone. He said, "Apologies for the role that the Roman Catholic Church, as an institution, played in the mistreatment of the spiritual, cultural, emotional, physical and sexual abuse that Indigenous children suffered in residential schools run by the church." The Canadian PM implied that much more needed to be done by the church. He also said that Francis' visit had "an enormous impact" on survivors, it was but a first step. As quoted by news agency AP, Phil Fontaine, who is a survivor of sexual abuse at the schools and former national chief of the Assembly of First Nations, said Wednesday that the additional reference to "local Catholic institutions" went beyond Francis' original apology. ALSO READ | US Justice Department gets a fresh warrant to search Trump's lawyer phone Fontaine said in a statement, "It reflects the reality that the Catholic Church in Canada is not one institution. It is made up of about 73 different legal institutions, all of which were defendants in the lawsuits." It is said that more than 150,000 native children in Canada were taken from their homes from the 19th century until the 1970s. The final report of National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, which was concluded in 2019, it was found that the Canadian state has perpetrated genocide against Indigenous peoples. It was said that this genocide is the underlying cause of the contemporary murders and disappearances of Indigenous women and girls. 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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A US&nbsp;aircraft carrier and its strike group have returned to the South China Sea after a port call in Singapore, deploying in the disputed region as tensions with China rise over a possible visit to Taiwan by congressional leader Nancy Pelosi.

Officials with the US&nbsp;Navy's Seventh Fleet confirmed the deployment of the USS Ronald Reagan to the vital trade route but did not comment on questions about tensions over the trip by Pelosi, speaker of the US&nbsp;House of Representatives.

"USS Ronald Reagan and her strike group are underway, operating in the South China Sea following a successful port visit to Singapore," Commander Hayley Sims said in a statement to Reuters.

Sims added that the Reagan "is continuing normal, scheduled operations as part of her routine patrol in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific."

When asked for comment, China's foreign ministry said the US was once again "flexing its muscles" in the South China Sea with the Reagan's sailing.

"It is clear from this for everyone to see who is the biggest threat to the South China Sea and the Asian region's peace and stability,” Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian told a regular briefing on Thursday.

News of the deployment of the Japan-based carrier comes as Beijing and Washington trade diplomatic blows over Pelosi's visit, reportedly due to take place next month after being postponed earlier in the year. Pelosi has not confirmed the possible trip.

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Wednesday he had spoken with Pelosi and given her a security assessment but any comments about a trip she might make to Taiwan would have to come from her office.

Tensions over democratically-ruled Taiwan are expected to be discussed when US&nbsp;President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping hold their fifth phone call, which could take place as soon as Thursday.

China has issued stern warnings to US&nbsp;officials about Pelosi's possible visit to Taiwan, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesman said on Monday. Beijing considers Taiwan to be part of its territory and has never renounced using force to bring the island under its control.

The Reagan strike group had been operating in the South China Sea earlier in the month before heading for a five-day rest stop in Singapore at the weekend.

Singapore-based security scholar Ian Storey said he would expect Chinese vessels to shadow the strike group, based on recent actions as well as the latest tensions.

"Most of the time those interactions are safe and professional, but there's always a risk they could get too close and spark a confrontation, said Storey, of the ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute.

US&nbsp;officials on Tuesday accused China of increased "provocations" against rival claimants in the South China Sea and said its "aggressive and irresponsible behavior" meant it was only a matter of time before there was a major incident or accident.

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A US aircraft carrier and its strike group have returned to the South China Sea after a port call in Singapore, deploying in the disputed region as tensions with China rise over a possible visit to Taiwan by congressional leader Nancy Pelosi. Officials with the US Navy's Seventh Fleet confirmed the deployment of the USS Ronald Reagan to the vital trade route but did not comment on questions about tensions over the trip by Pelosi, speaker of the US House of Representatives. "USS Ronald Reagan and her strike group are underway, operating in the South China Sea following a successful port visit to Singapore," Commander Hayley Sims said in a statement to Reuters. Sims added that the Reagan "is continuing normal, scheduled operations as part of her routine patrol in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific." When asked for comment, China's foreign ministry said the US was once again "flexing its muscles" in the South China Sea with the Reagan's sailing. "It is clear from this for everyone to see who is the biggest threat to the South China Sea and the Asian region's peace and stability,” Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian told a regular briefing on Thursday. News of the deployment of the Japan-based carrier comes as Beijing and Washington trade diplomatic blows over Pelosi's visit, reportedly due to take place next month after being postponed earlier in the year. Pelosi has not confirmed the possible trip. US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Wednesday he had spoken with Pelosi and given her a security assessment but any comments about a trip she might make to Taiwan would have to come from her office. Tensions over democratically-ruled Taiwan are expected to be discussed when US President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping hold their fifth phone call, which could take place as soon as Thursday. China has issued stern warnings to US officials about Pelosi's possible visit to Taiwan, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesman said on Monday. Beijing considers Taiwan to be part of its territory and has never renounced using force to bring the island under its control. The Reagan strike group had been operating in the South China Sea earlier in the month before heading for a five-day rest stop in Singapore at the weekend. Singapore-based security scholar Ian Storey said he would expect Chinese vessels to shadow the strike group, based on recent actions as well as the latest tensions. "Most of the time those interactions are safe and professional, but there's always a risk they could get too close and spark a confrontation, said Storey, of the ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute. US officials on Tuesday accused China of increased "provocations" against rival claimants in the South China Sea and said its "aggressive and irresponsible behavior" meant it was only a matter of time before there was a major incident or accident. 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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You had Covid and you are still struggling with your sense of smell? You are not alone. The spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) has been controlled to some extent, thanks to vaccination and practising safety measures.

You had Covid and you are still struggling with your sense of smell? You are not alone. The spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) has been controlled to some extent, thanks to vaccination and practising safety measures. But the virus is not gone. New cases are still emerging globally, with some countries reporting an alarming rise in cases, like China. Millions of people, who have had Covid, are still struggling with the long-term effects of the deadly virus. Researchers and experts are investigating the impacts of long-Covid. A study, published on Thursday (July 28) tells that about 5 per cent of patients with confirmed cases of Covid are estimated to have suffered a long-lasting loss of smell or taste. Such cases are potentially contributing to the burden of long Covid. ALSO READ | Wuhan puts one district under lockdown after detecting four COVID-19 cases The lost sense of smell has been one of the major symptoms that act as an identifier for Covid. However, experts are probing how often symptoms like this occur or how long they can last. But in the latest study published in The BMJ (the peer-reviewed medical journal of the British Medical Association), researchers have evaluated 18 previous studies of smell and taste loss across. The studies were conducted on several continents and in varying demographic groups involving 3,700 patients. The study mentioned that about three-quarters of those affected by the loss of taste or smell regained those senses within 30 days. ALSO READ | Antibiotic after unprotected sex reduces chances of contracting STDs: Study But also discovered that six months after contracting the virus, four per cent of patients had not recovered their sense of smell. Although, it was unclear if this represented a full or partial recovery. It was also estimated in the study that loss of smell may persist in 5.6 per cent of patients. On the other hand, 4.4 per cent may not fully recover their sense of taste. Danny Altmann, an immunologist at Imperial College London, said it was a "strong and important study". Altmann is not involved in the research. "Studies such as this alert us to the hidden burden out there of people suffering with persistent symptoms, but perhaps not having thought it worth contacting the GP on the assumption there wouldn't be much to be done," he said. The data did not include which Covid variant the patients contracted. 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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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's conversation with a five-year-old girl is winning the internet. PM Modi recently met the daughter of Anil Firojiya, who is a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)&nbsp;MP.&nbsp;

During the second week of the ongoing Monsoon session in the Indian Parliament, a small kid grabbed attention for her interesting conversation with the Indian PM Modi.&nbsp;

The cute moment&nbsp;happened on Wednesday (July 27) when Anil Firojiya brought his family to meet PM Modi in Parliament. Firojiya is a BJP MP from Ujjain district in Madhya Pradesh, a state in central India.&nbsp;

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During the meeting, PM Modi met Anil Firojiya's five-year-old daughter, Ahana Firojiya, who looked delighted in the pictures that went viral on social media.&nbsp;

PM Modi asked the child, “Do you know what I am?”&nbsp;

Ahana replied: “Yes, you are Modi ji. You come on TV everyday.”&nbsp;

She also said: “Lok Sabha TV mein naukri karte ho (And you work for Lok Sabha TV).”&nbsp;

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Those who were present in the room reportedly burst into laughter. PM Modi gave chocolates to Ahana before she left.

Anil Firojiya later tweeted: “The most popular leader of the world, the most successful Prime Minister of the country, the most respected Narendra Modi. The family had the privilege of meeting him today.”&nbsp;

Sharing some pictures of Ahana with Modi, Anil further wrote, “Today both my daughters, younger girl Ahana and elder girl Priyanshi are very happy and overwhelmed to meet the respected Prime Minister and get his affection.”

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's conversation with a five-year-old girl is winning the internet. PM Modi recently met the daughter of Anil Firojiya, who is a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's conversation with a five-year-old girl is winning the internet. PM Modi recently met the daughter of Anil Firojiya, who is a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP. During the second week of the ongoing Monsoon session in the Indian Parliament, a small kid grabbed attention for her interesting conversation with the Indian PM Modi. The cute moment happened on Wednesday (July 27) when Anil Firojiya brought his family to meet PM Modi in Parliament. Firojiya is a BJP MP from Ujjain district in Madhya Pradesh, a state in central India. ALSO READ | 'Rashtrapatni' remark: BJP leader Smriti Irani demands apology from Congress During the meeting, PM Modi met Anil Firojiya's five-year-old daughter, Ahana Firojiya, who looked delighted in the pictures that went viral on social media. PM Modi asked the child, “Do you know what I am?” Ahana replied: “Yes, you are Modi ji. You come on TV everyday.” She also said: “Lok Sabha TV mein naukri karte ho (And you work for Lok Sabha TV).” ALSO READ | Who is Arpita Mukherjee, ex-actress from whom Indian sleuths recovered millions in cash? Those who were present in the room reportedly burst into laughter. PM Modi gave chocolates to Ahana before she left. Anil Firojiya later tweeted: “The most popular leader of the world, the most successful Prime Minister of the country, the most respected Narendra Modi. The family had the privilege of meeting him today.” Sharing some pictures of Ahana with Modi, Anil further wrote, “Today both my daughters, younger girl Ahana and elder girl Priyanshi are very happy and overwhelmed to meet the respected Prime Minister and get his affection.” मैं सौभाग्यशाली हूं कि ऐसे कर्मठ,ईमानदार,नि:स्वार्थ,त्यागी व देश के लिए अपना संपूर्ण जीवन समर्पित कर देने वाले प्रधानमंत्री आदरणीय श्रीं नरेंद्र मोदी जी के सानिध्य में मुझे भी जनता की सेवा का अवसर मिला है। pic.twitter.com/K71WfAGgsm — Anil Firojiya (@bjpanilfirojiya) July 27, 2022 × आज मेरी दोनों बालिकाएं छोटी बालिका अहाना और बड़ी बालिका प्रियांशी आदरणीय प्रधानमंत्री जी से प्रत्यक्ष मिल कर और उनका स्नेह पाकर बहुत आनंदित और अभीभूत है।@narendramodi @PMOIndia @BJP4India @BJP4MP pic.twitter.com/v5ULVP9KPU — Anil Firojiya (@bjpanilfirojiya) July 27, 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.

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A young female walrus nicknamed Freya, which is famous for its antics is again in the headlines for cutely lying around, sinking boats and having fun. Freya has been named after the Norse goddess of love and beauty.&nbsp;

As per onlookers, Freya is often seen causing chaos in some European countries including the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Denmark and Sweden. But this year, the 600-kilogramme cute marine mammal has chosen Norway's capital Oslo as her holiday destination.&nbsp;

Media reports state that for a week, Freya has entertained the Norwegians by basking in the sun of the Oslo fjord. Its recent media appearance is for bending a few boats.&nbsp;

Locals are curious about the presence of the mammal as normally it lives in the even more northerly latitudes of the Arctic.&nbsp;

It is receiving an ample amount of media attention. Newspaper Verdens Gang even put up a live stream of the walrus's every move on its website.&nbsp;

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Freya has been filmed chasing a duck, attacking a swan and not to forget, dozing on boats while struggling to support her weight. All these activities happen between long naps. Notably, a walrus can sleep up to 20 hours a day.&nbsp;

Rolf Harald Jensen, a fisheries official, told broadcaster TV2, "It's a pity about the material damage but that's the way it is when you have wild animals." Jensen spoke while standing next to a hapless inflatable boat buckling under the animal's weight.&nbsp;

Freya is causing some trouble definitely, but no injuries have been reported so far. Media reports have noted that after considering moving her to another place, but the Norwegian authorities have decided to leave her in peace.&nbsp;

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I've got my own boat 📹 Doing my own things <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Walrus?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Walrus</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/animals?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#animals</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/wildlife?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#wildlife</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Sealife?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Sealife</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Arctic?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Arctic</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/StormHour?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@StormHour</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Norway?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Norway</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Freya?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Freya</a> <a href="https://t.co/ASDCkUo85R">https://t.co/ASDCkUo85R</a> <a href="https://t.co/PQHCI3VUp5">pic.twitter.com/PQHCI3VUp5</a>
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It is understood that authorities even considered euthanising Freya&nbsp;in case any kind of&nbsp;danger is posed&nbsp;to the public.&nbsp;

Norway's Directorate of Fisheries said on Monday, "She is doing well, feeding, resting and seems to be in good condition." It stressed the need for people to keep a distance and strongly advised against swimming or kayaking near Freya.&nbsp;

"(She) is not necessarily as slow and ham-fisted as one might think when she is resting. A walrus is not normally a danger to humans as long as you keep a safe distance. But if it is disturbed by humans and doesn't get the rest it needs, it may feel threatened and attack," it added.&nbsp;

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A young female walrus nicknamed Freya, which is famous for its antics is again in the headlines for cutely lying around, sinking boats and having fun. Freya has been named after the Norse goddess of love and beauty. As per onlookers, Freya is often seen causing chaos in some European countries including the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Denmark and Sweden. But this year, the 600-kilogramme cute marine mammal has chosen Norway's capital Oslo as her holiday destination. Media reports state that for a week, Freya has entertained the Norwegians by basking in the sun of the Oslo fjord. Its recent media appearance is for bending a few boats. Locals are curious about the presence of the mammal as normally it lives in the even more northerly latitudes of the Arctic. It is receiving an ample amount of media attention. Newspaper Verdens Gang even put up a live stream of the walrus's every move on its website. ALSO READ | Caught on cam: Terrifying moment when huge whale landed on a small boat Freya has been filmed chasing a duck, attacking a swan and not to forget, dozing on boats while struggling to support her weight. All these activities happen between long naps. Notably, a walrus can sleep up to 20 hours a day. Rolf Harald Jensen, a fisheries official, told broadcaster TV2, "It's a pity about the material damage but that's the way it is when you have wild animals." Jensen spoke while standing next to a hapless inflatable boat buckling under the animal's weight. Freya is causing some trouble definitely, but no injuries have been reported so far. Media reports have noted that after considering moving her to another place, but the Norwegian authorities have decided to leave her in peace. Watch some videos of Freya here: WATCH: A giant walrus named Freya has been touring the shores of Norway, laying around and sinking boats pic.twitter.com/Ha7b5htas0 — Almost (@almost_co) July 25, 2022 × Freya is visiting Norway. Freya, the Sunbathing Walrus Sinker of Boats, Is Getting Too Famous for Her Own Sake?!? pic.twitter.com/KG0hLlZvl7 — Holy shit it's (@fruckelicious) July 23, 2022 × Kanskje vil du bli flyttet over helgen, Freya. Vil du tåle sedasjon nå da? Ikke alle #hvalrosser gjør det Meanwhile Freya 'says'; I've got my own boat 📹 Doing my own things #Walrus #animals #wildlife #Sealife #Arctic @StormHour #Norway #Freya https://t.co/ASDCkUo85R pic.twitter.com/PQHCI3VUp5 — Mariam (@Shesscandinavia) July 21, 2022 × It is understood that authorities even considered euthanising Freya in case any kind of danger is posed to the public. Norway's Directorate of Fisheries said on Monday, "She is doing well, feeding, resting and seems to be in good condition." It stressed the need for people to keep a distance and strongly advised against swimming or kayaking near Freya. "(She) is not necessarily as slow and ham-fisted as one might think when she is resting. A walrus is not normally a danger to humans as long as you keep a safe distance. But if it is disturbed by humans and doesn't get the rest it needs, it may feel threatened and attack," it 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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PML-Q leader Chaudhry Parvez Elahi was sworn in as chief minister of Punjab by Pakistan President early Wednesday morning, in a boost to ousted premier Imran Khan whose party approached a top court seeking dismissal of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's government.

Elahi, the 76-year-old leader backed by Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, was sworn in at the directions of the Supreme Court which dealt a big blow to Prime Minister Sharif-led coalition by removing his son as the executive head of the country's politically crucial province.&nbsp;

A three-member bench - comprising Chief Justice Umar Ata Bandial, Justice Ijazul Ahsan and Justice Muneeb Akhtar - on Tuesday night ruled that Pakistan Muslim League-Quaid (PML-Q) leader Elahi will be the new chief minister of Punjab, paving the way for a change in the country's most populous province and political heartland.&nbsp;

Elahi, who lost the election held on Friday despite getting a majority vote, had challenged the ruling of deputy speaker Dost Muhammad Mazari who handed victory to Hamza. Elahi secured 186 votes against 179 votes of PML-N candidate Hamza but lost after Deputy Speaker Mazari rejected 10 votes of his PML-Q lawmakers.&nbsp;

Mazari refused to count the vote after PML-Q chief Chaudhry Shujaat Hussain through a letter directed his party lawmakers to vote for Hamza, son of Prime Minister Sharif and PML-N president.&nbsp;

The apex court declared Mazari's controversial decision to reject 10 votes as "illegal".

It ordered Punjab Governor Baligh ur Rehman to administer the oath to Elahi. However, Rehman refused to perform his duties.&nbsp;

Following Rehman's refusal, Elahi left for Islamabad late Tuesday night where he was sworn in as the chief minister by President Arif Alvi at the Aiwan-e-Sadar in the early hours of Wednesday.&nbsp;

Alvi sent a special aircraft to bring Elahi to Islamabad for the oath-taking ceremony, Geo News reported. 
Tuesday's outcome provides a "massive opportunity" to PTI chairman Khan to build further pressure on the rulers to call for fresh elections and also corner the PML-N in Punjab which is considered a stronghold of the Sharifs.&nbsp;

"I want to thank the nation for coming out spontaneously last evening in support of the SC decision upholding Constitution &amp; the Law. Tonight I will address our people at 10:00pm giving them our way forward for a sovereign Pakistan,"&nbsp;Khan tweeted on Wednesday.&nbsp;

Elahi's swearing-in capped a months-long saga over the provincial chief executive that began with Usman Buzdar's resignation. However, it opened a new front in the country's troubled politics.&nbsp;

On Wednesday, Khan's party approached the Lahore High Court seeking removal of Prime Minister Sharif and his cabinet from office.&nbsp;

In a petition filed by the PTI leaders Andalib Abbas and Hassan Niazi, the federal government, the principal secretary to the PM, and the Election Commission of Pakistan amongst others were made parties to the case, the Express Tribune newspaper reported.&nbsp;

The petition contended that money laundering cases against the premier are under hearing, meanwhile, he and his cabinet have met with proclaimed offenders during their recent foreign trip.

Khan's party argued that in a "clear violation of the law", Prime Minister Sharif included his son Salman Shehbaz and his wife in the official visit to Turkey.&nbsp;

"The prime minister is violating the Constitution by misusing his powers,"&nbsp;stated the petition.

Seeking the removal of the PML-N leader from the premier's office along with his cabinet, the petition also requested the LHC to order the caretaker prime minister to take over.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah on Wednesday warned of imposing governor's rule in Punjab if he was restricted from entering the province.&nbsp;

Talking to reporters in Islamabad, Sanaullah said he had already begun drafting an order for the imposition of governor's rule because of the kind of statements opposition political leaders had been making.

"If my entry is restricted, it will be grounds for governor's rule," the PML-N leader asserted.

The Punjab province has been in turmoil since April which took a new turn on Friday when Elahi was not declared a winner.

Soon after the apex court verdict on Tuesday night, a jubilant crowd carrying PTI flags present outside the Supreme Court on the Constitution Avenue as well as a number of supporters on the premises burst into cheers and sloganeering.

Despite a heavy police contingent blocking the roads leading to the apex court building, a large number of supporters managed to reach the venue, and those who could not make it started celebrating at different police pickets on the way.

"I appreciate our SC judges for standing firm and upholding the Constitution &amp; law, against all manner of threats &amp; abuse," Khan said, welcoming the apex court's ruling.

"I want to thank the people of Punjab for coming out in unprecedented numbers in bye-elections against rigging," he tweeted.

A resurgent Khan and his PTI have not just snatched the PML-N's citadel in Lahore, they are also threatening to shake the very foundations of its weak power in Islamabad, the Dawn newspaper said in its editorial.

"It is only a matter of time before the coalition faces increased pressure from all corners, especially the PTI, for early elections, which will be difficult for it to handle with a hostile administration in the largest province,"&nbsp;it said.

"With Khan emerging as the most popular leader it will be hard for the establishment, judiciary, bureaucracy or business elite to write him off. That's what the verdict underlines,"&nbsp;it said.

Confined to Islamabad with its coalition partners, the PML-N leadership has limited options to survive the remaining term of the present assemblies and no room for manoeuvre in Punjab, the report said.

The only choice for it from here on is to forge a stronger alliance with the other parties "most of them already a part of the coalition" in the next elections and beyond to salvage its politics, it said.&nbsp;

Addressing a press conference soon after the verdict was announced, Information Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb lambasted it as a "judicial coup".&nbsp;

Punjab is Pakistan's second-largest province and any party ruling the key province controls the politics of the country. For the PML-N, losing Punjab means losing the Centre. Political pundits believe that the ruling coalition is now vulnerable.&nbsp;

PML-Q leader Chaudhry Parvez Elahi was sworn in as chief minister of Punjab by Pakistan President early Wednesday morning, in a boost to ousted premier Imran Khan whose party approached a top court seeking dismissal of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's government.

PML-Q leader Chaudhry Parvez Elahi was sworn in as chief minister of Punjab by Pakistan President early Wednesday morning, in a boost to ousted premier Imran Khan whose party approached a top court seeking dismissal of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's government. Elahi, the 76-year-old leader backed by Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, was sworn in at the directions of the Supreme Court which dealt a big blow to Prime Minister Sharif-led coalition by removing his son as the executive head of the country's politically crucial province. A three-member bench - comprising Chief Justice Umar Ata Bandial, Justice Ijazul Ahsan and Justice Muneeb Akhtar - on Tuesday night ruled that Pakistan Muslim League-Quaid (PML-Q) leader Elahi will be the new chief minister of Punjab, paving the way for a change in the country's most populous province and political heartland. Elahi, who lost the election held on Friday despite getting a majority vote, had challenged the ruling of deputy speaker Dost Muhammad Mazari who handed victory to Hamza. Elahi secured 186 votes against 179 votes of PML-N candidate Hamza but lost after Deputy Speaker Mazari rejected 10 votes of his PML-Q lawmakers. Mazari refused to count the vote after PML-Q chief Chaudhry Shujaat Hussain through a letter directed his party lawmakers to vote for Hamza, son of Prime Minister Sharif and PML-N president. The apex court declared Mazari's controversial decision to reject 10 votes as "illegal". It ordered Punjab Governor Baligh ur Rehman to administer the oath to Elahi. However, Rehman refused to perform his duties. Following Rehman's refusal, Elahi left for Islamabad late Tuesday night where he was sworn in as the chief minister by President Arif Alvi at the Aiwan-e-Sadar in the early hours of Wednesday. Alvi sent a special aircraft to bring Elahi to Islamabad for the oath-taking ceremony, Geo News reported. Tuesday's outcome provides a "massive opportunity" to PTI chairman Khan to build further pressure on the rulers to call for fresh elections and also corner the PML-N in Punjab which is considered a stronghold of the Sharifs. "I want to thank the nation for coming out spontaneously last evening in support of the SC decision upholding Constitution & the Law. Tonight I will address our people at 10:00pm giving them our way forward for a sovereign Pakistan," Khan tweeted on Wednesday. Elahi's swearing-in capped a months-long saga over the provincial chief executive that began with Usman Buzdar's resignation. However, it opened a new front in the country's troubled politics. On Wednesday, Khan's party approached the Lahore High Court seeking removal of Prime Minister Sharif and his cabinet from office. In a petition filed by the PTI leaders Andalib Abbas and Hassan Niazi, the federal government, the principal secretary to the PM, and the Election Commission of Pakistan amongst others were made parties to the case, the Express Tribune newspaper reported. The petition contended that money laundering cases against the premier are under hearing, meanwhile, he and his cabinet have met with proclaimed offenders during their recent foreign trip. Khan's party argued that in a "clear violation of the law", Prime Minister Sharif included his son Salman Shehbaz and his wife in the official visit to Turkey. "The prime minister is violating the Constitution by misusing his powers," stated the petition. Seeking the removal of the PML-N leader from the premier's office along with his cabinet, the petition also requested the LHC to order the caretaker prime minister to take over. Meanwhile, Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah on Wednesday warned of imposing governor's rule in Punjab if he was restricted from entering the province. Talking to reporters in Islamabad, Sanaullah said he had already begun drafting an order for the imposition of governor's rule because of the kind of statements opposition political leaders had been making. "If my entry is restricted, it will be grounds for governor's rule," the PML-N leader asserted. The Punjab province has been in turmoil since April which took a new turn on Friday when Elahi was not declared a winner. Soon after the apex court verdict on Tuesday night, a jubilant crowd carrying PTI flags present outside the Supreme Court on the Constitution Avenue as well as a number of supporters on the premises burst into cheers and sloganeering. Despite a heavy police contingent blocking the roads leading to the apex court building, a large number of supporters managed to reach the venue, and those who could not make it started celebrating at different police pickets on the way. "I appreciate our SC judges for standing firm and upholding the Constitution & law, against all manner of threats & abuse," Khan said, welcoming the apex court's ruling. "I want to thank the people of Punjab for coming out in unprecedented numbers in bye-elections against rigging," he tweeted. A resurgent Khan and his PTI have not just snatched the PML-N's citadel in Lahore, they are also threatening to shake the very foundations of its weak power in Islamabad, the Dawn newspaper said in its editorial. "It is only a matter of time before the coalition faces increased pressure from all corners, especially the PTI, for early elections, which will be difficult for it to handle with a hostile administration in the largest province," it said. "With Khan emerging as the most popular leader it will be hard for the establishment, judiciary, bureaucracy or business elite to write him off. That's what the verdict underlines," it said. Confined to Islamabad with its coalition partners, the PML-N leadership has limited options to survive the remaining term of the present assemblies and no room for manoeuvre in Punjab, the report said. The only choice for it from here on is to forge a stronger alliance with the other parties "most of them already a part of the coalition" in the next elections and beyond to salvage its politics, it said. Addressing a press conference soon after the verdict was announced, Information Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb lambasted it as a "judicial coup". Punjab is Pakistan's second-largest province and any party ruling the key province controls the politics of the country. For the PML-N, losing Punjab means losing the Centre. Political pundits believe that the ruling coalition is now vulnerable.

Parvez Elahi sworn in as Pakistan Punjab's new CM amid high political drama

British scientists have claimed that the existence of the Loch Ness Monster, affectionately known as Nessie, is "plausible." Researchers said that they have fossils of small plesiosaurs, long-necked marine reptiles that belong to the order Plesiosauria - from the age of dinosaurs.&nbsp;

The researchers stated that the fossils include bones and teeth from three-metre-long adults. A 1.5-metre-long arm bone is also found.&nbsp;

Experts have claimed that these animals appeared in the Late Triassic period. They said to became especially prevalent during the Jurassic period.&nbsp;

If we talk about the Loch Ness monster, it is part of Scottish folklore. It is said that they inhabit Loch in the Scottish Highlands. Some people believe in Loch Ness its existence, but many it is a hoax.&nbsp;

Loch Ness monster is often described as large, long-necked and with one or more humps protruding from the water - quite similar to plesiosaurs. Loch Ness was brought to worldwide attention in 1933.&nbsp;

Now, the suggestion Loch Ness might have existed came after the fossils were found in a 100-million-year-old river system that is now Morocco's Sahara Desert. It suggests that they may have lived in freshwater.&nbsp;

The findings, published in the journal Cretaceous Research, suggest the plesiosaurs were possibly adapted to tolerate freshwater.&nbsp;

David Martill, the co-author of the paper, said: "What amazes me is that the ancient Moroccan river contained so many carnivores all living alongside each other. This was no place to go for a swim."&nbsp;

Dr Longrich, the corresponding author on the paper, said: "We don’t really know why the plesiosaurs are in freshwater. It’s a bit controversial, but who’s to say that because we palaeontologists have always called them ‘marine reptiles’, they had to live in the sea? Lots of marine lineages invaded freshwater."&nbsp;

The University of Bath released a press release, which said that the new discovery showed that the Loch Ness Monster was "on one level, plausible".&nbsp;

It read: "Plesiosaurs weren’t confined to the seas, they did inhabit freshwater. But the fossil record also suggests that after almost a hundred and fifty million years, the last plesiosaurs finally died out at the same time as the dinosaurs, 66 million years ago."&nbsp;

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British scientists have claimed that the existence of the Loch Ness Monster, affectionately known as Nessie, is "plausible." Researchers said that they have fossils of small plesiosaurs, long-necked marine reptiles that belong to the order Plesiosauria - from the age of dinosaurs.

British scientists have claimed that the existence of the Loch Ness Monster, affectionately known as Nessie, is "plausible." Researchers said that they have fossils of small plesiosaurs, long-necked marine reptiles that belong to the order Plesiosauria - from the age of dinosaurs. The researchers stated that the fossils include bones and teeth from three-metre-long adults. A 1.5-metre-long arm bone is also found. Experts have claimed that these animals appeared in the Late Triassic period. They said to became especially prevalent during the Jurassic period. If we talk about the Loch Ness monster, it is part of Scottish folklore. It is said that they inhabit Loch in the Scottish Highlands. Some people believe in Loch Ness its existence, but many it is a hoax. Loch Ness monster is often described as large, long-necked and with one or more humps protruding from the water - quite similar to plesiosaurs. Loch Ness was brought to worldwide attention in 1933. Now, the suggestion Loch Ness might have existed came after the fossils were found in a 100-million-year-old river system that is now Morocco's Sahara Desert. It suggests that they may have lived in freshwater. The findings, published in the journal Cretaceous Research, suggest the plesiosaurs were possibly adapted to tolerate freshwater. David Martill, the co-author of the paper, said: "What amazes me is that the ancient Moroccan river contained so many carnivores all living alongside each other. This was no place to go for a swim." Dr Longrich, the corresponding author on the paper, said: "We don’t really know why the plesiosaurs are in freshwater. It’s a bit controversial, but who’s to say that because we palaeontologists have always called them ‘marine reptiles’, they had to live in the sea? Lots of marine lineages invaded freshwater." The University of Bath released a press release, which said that the new discovery showed that the Loch Ness Monster was "on one level, plausible". It read: "Plesiosaurs weren’t confined to the seas, they did inhabit freshwater. But the fossil record also suggests that after almost a hundred and fifty million years, the last plesiosaurs finally died out at the same time as the dinosaurs, 66 million years ago." 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.

What do we know about Loch Ness monster? Fossil discovery suggests its existence is 'plausible'

Archie Battersbee's mother has released a video, claiming that her son is still breathing. She said that the 'new' evidence proves that her 12-year-old son is alive.

His mother, Hollie Dance insisted that Archie is able to breathe independently of a respirator. The video clip showed Archie on an emergency room monitor which displayed his respiratory rate.&nbsp;

The Christian Legal Centre, which is supporting the family's case, circulated a video. They term it as evidence that they want to submit.&nbsp;

UK-based media outlets noted that at the start of the footage, the respiratory rate increases from 14 to 15 before a diagram of a pair of lungs flashes. As claimed, it is an indicator that a person has initiated a breath.&nbsp;

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In the United Kingdom, the High Court had previously ruled that life support treatment for Battersbee should be stopped as he is "brain-stem dead".&nbsp;

Battersbee is currently brain dead, also known as brain stem death. It is a state in which a person is on an artificial life support machine and no longer has any brain functions.&nbsp;

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Recently, his parents lost their court struggle to save his life support from being switched off. His parents, Hollie Dance and Paul Battersbee contested the ruling, but they lost.&nbsp;

In the brain-dead state, experts have claimed that the person will never regain consciousness or be able to breathe without support. It is known that a person whose brain is dead is legally confirmed as dead.&nbsp;

What happneed to Archie Battersbee?&nbsp;

This year on April 7, &nbsp;Archie Battersbee was seriously injured in an incident at his home in Southend, Essex. He was found unconscious. Since then he has been at the centre of a legal dispute.&nbsp;

The doctors who were treating Archie at the Royal London Hospital in east London had told the High Court it was "highly likely" he was "brain-stem dead" and they told the court that the life support should end.&nbsp;

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Archie Battersbee's mother has released a video, claiming that her son is still breathing. She said that the 'new' evidence proves that her 12-year-old son is alive. His mother, Hollie Dance insisted that Archie is able to breathe independently of a respirator. The video clip showed Archie on an emergency room monitor which displayed his respiratory rate. The Christian Legal Centre, which is supporting the family's case, circulated a video. They term it as evidence that they want to submit. UK-based media outlets noted that at the start of the footage, the respiratory rate increases from 14 to 15 before a diagram of a pair of lungs flashes. As claimed, it is an indicator that a person has initiated a breath. ALSO READ | Gaming doesn't have effect on wellbeing, says Oxford University study In the United Kingdom, the High Court had previously ruled that life support treatment for Battersbee should be stopped as he is "brain-stem dead". Battersbee is currently brain dead, also known as brain stem death. It is a state in which a person is on an artificial life support machine and no longer has any brain functions. ALSO READ | Study shows experimental chewing gum reduces Omicron particles in saliva Recently, his parents lost their court struggle to save his life support from being switched off. His parents, Hollie Dance and Paul Battersbee contested the ruling, but they lost. In the brain-dead state, experts have claimed that the person will never regain consciousness or be able to breathe without support. It is known that a person whose brain is dead is legally confirmed as dead. What happneed to Archie Battersbee? This year on April 7, Archie Battersbee was seriously injured in an incident at his home in Southend, Essex. He was found unconscious. Since then he has been at the centre of a legal dispute. The doctors who were treating Archie at the Royal London Hospital in east London had told the High Court it was "highly likely" he was "brain-stem dead" and they told the court that the life support should end. 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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A Kremlin propagandist has expressed his desire for Donald Trump to win the presidency again because he thinks that would lead to the resumption of communication between Moscow and Washington.

A Kremlin propagandist has expressed his desire for Donald Trump to win the presidency again because he thinks that would lead to the resumption of communication between Moscow and Washington. Two new studies were published in the journal Science that said the Covid virus originated from China’s Wuhan animal market. Russian claimed that its military forces had destroyed more than 100 US-made HIMARS rockets in Ukraine. Click on the links to read the full report Trump is one of our guys, and he has to win the election: Russian State Television A prominent Kremlin propagandist recently praised former American president Donald Trump's views on sexuality and advocated for Moscow to support him in the 2024 election so he may surprise the American government. How China tried to spin Covid origins theory when world pointed at Wuhan On Tuesday, two new studies were published in journal Science that said the Covid virus originated from China’s Wuhan animal market. Both pointed out that the virus was transmitted from live animals and infected the people, including the vendors, who were present in the market. Russia-Ukraine war: Moscow claims its strike on July 24 destroyed 100 US-supplied HIMARS missiles Russian defence ministry on Wednesday (July 27) claimed that its military forces on July 24 had destroyed more than 100 US-made high mobility artillery rocket systems (HIMARS) rockets in Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk region. China warns US, says latter will 'bear all consequences' over Pelosi's Taiwan visit China on Wednesday (July 27) warned that the US will "bear the consequences" if House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi visits Taiwan. Tensions between US and China are rising ahead of a phone call that's expected between US President Joe Biden and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping. Holocaust survivors criticise Hungary's Orban over race remarks Jewish community organisation on Tuesday (July 26) voice alarm and concern over Hungarian Prime Minister's remarks against creating " peoples of mixes race". EU court upholds ban on Russia Today, Moscow warns of retaliation Russia Today, a media outlet controlled by the Russian state on Wednesday (July 27) lost court fight against ban imposed by the European Union (EU). Monkeypox emergency could last months, with window closing to stop spread, experts say Scientists advising the World Health Organization (WHO) on monkeypox say the window is closing to stop its spread, with cases currently doubling every two weeks, raising concerns that it will take several months for the outbreak to peak. Alps’ glaciers melting at record pace following heatwave: Report Recording breaking heatwaves across Europe is making the Alps glaciers to melt at an astonishing rate. According to a data shared exclusively with Reuters, the glacial mass is on track for their highest losses in at least 60 years of record keeping. Strike takes Lufthansa operations out of gear in Germany A strike by the ground staff of Germany's national carrier Lufthansa hit operations of the airline on Wednesday (July 27). The strie led to cancellation of more than 1000 flights and added to travel woes of thousands of passengers. Trouble for Neymar as PSG star set to face trial over irregularities in Barcelona transfer Trouble seems to be mounting up for Brazilian star Neymar, who is set to face trial in October this year over alleged irregularities in his transfer to FC Barcelona from Brazilian club Santos in 2013.

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