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An art teacher in China won 40,000 yuan ($6,000) in an unfair dismissal case over her cat’s appearance during her online class. The incident took place in June when during her online class, Luo’s beloved cat repeatedly leaped into the camera’s view throughout the lesson.

The teacher, Luo, was fired by the education tech company in charge of the online classes because of the feline’s erratic appearances on the screen. However, according to the tech company, Luo participated in non-teaching activities during the class and was also 10 minutes late to the class, Guangzhou Daily reported.

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Later, Luo challenged the arbitration ruling. The company, however, refused to accept the order and even refused to pay the teacher’s compensation for unjust dismissal, as per media reports.

Judge Liao Yajing of the Guangzhou Tianhe People’s Court, hearing the case, said that if companies require their employees to work from home, they shouldn’t expect them to work as if they are working in an office. She further stated, "The employer's rules should not only comply with the laws but should also be fair and reasonable," BBC reported.

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In the midst of lockdowns and schools being closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, online classes became a necessity.

However, authorities in Shanghai announced that the city is planning to reopen schools on September 1 with regular Covid tests for teachers and students. The city had all its schools closed by mid-March. With the announcement that schools would resume, many people are worried about the coronavirus that still persists as China sticks to its dynamic zero policy.&nbsp;

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An art teacher in China won 40,000 yuan ($6,000) in an unfair dismissal case over her cat’s appearance during her online class. The incident took place in June when during her online class, Luo’s beloved cat repeatedly leaped into the camera’s view throughout the lesson. The teacher, Luo, was fired by the education tech company in charge of the online classes because of the feline’s erratic appearances on the screen. However, according to the tech company, Luo participated in non-teaching activities during the class and was also 10 minutes late to the class, Guangzhou Daily reported. Also read | Watch: Teacher consoles his students who weep uncontrollably after his transfer; netizens tear up Later, Luo challenged the arbitration ruling. The company, however, refused to accept the order and even refused to pay the teacher’s compensation for unjust dismissal, as per media reports. Judge Liao Yajing of the Guangzhou Tianhe People’s Court, hearing the case, said that if companies require their employees to work from home, they shouldn’t expect them to work as if they are working in an office. She further stated, "The employer's rules should not only comply with the laws but should also be fair and reasonable," BBC reported. Also read | Foreign teachers in Hong Kong forced to take allegiance oath or risk losing job: Report In the midst of lockdowns and schools being closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, online classes became a necessity. However, authorities in Shanghai announced that the city is planning to reopen schools on September 1 with regular Covid tests for teachers and students. The city had all its schools closed by mid-March. With the announcement that schools would resume, many people are worried about the coronavirus that still persists as China sticks to its dynamic zero policy. (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 decades-high income crushing inflation has sparked strikes across numerous industries in the United Kingdom. As the latest round of strike action by tens of thousands of workers gets underway, rail, tube, and bus commuters face disruptions to services over the course of three days from Thursday.

Due to an ongoing disagreement about pay, jobs, and working conditions, a number of railway companies and bus services will be impacted by the strike. However, according to the union and bus operator Arriva North West, strikes by workers in Manchester, Lancashire, and Cheshire will be put on hold till the time GMB members vote on the proposed new pay offer. Employees of 14 train operators began their strike on Thursday.

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Additionally, Sunday morning train services are expected to be impacted by the strikes of rail workers and bus services.

Mick Lynch, general secretary of RMT, stated that his union members are more committed to saving their pensions along with pay raises, job security, and favourable working conditions. Lynch stated that if the strike is not called off, Network Rail will impose forced layoffs and a 50 per cent reduction in maintenance work.

On Thursday and Saturday, there will be a significant reduction in rail service, with nearly a fifth operating, and half of the lines will be closed.

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As a result of strike&nbsp;by thousands of workers, causing travel chaos, the RMT general issued a warning that the rail dispute might continue for an "indefinite" period. Lynch joined a picket line outside Euston station and urged the government to halt its refusal to participate in any discussion over salary, working conditions, and employment. Due to RMT and TSSA union members, only one in five trains will operate nationwide.

Mach Lynch cautioned that a wave of strikes might bring the UK to a standstill, hitting every sector of the economy.

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The decades-high income crushing inflation has sparked strikes across numerous industries in the United Kingdom. As the latest round of strike action by tens of thousands of workers gets underway, rail, tube, and bus commuters face disruptions to services over the course of three days from Thursday.

The decades-high income crushing inflation has sparked strikes across numerous industries in the United Kingdom. As the latest round of strike action by tens of thousands of workers gets underway, rail, tube, and bus commuters face disruptions to services over the course of three days from Thursday. Due to an ongoing disagreement about pay, jobs, and working conditions, a number of railway companies and bus services will be impacted by the strike. However, according to the union and bus operator Arriva North West, strikes by workers in Manchester, Lancashire, and Cheshire will be put on hold till the time GMB members vote on the proposed new pay offer. Employees of 14 train operators began their strike on Thursday. Also read | PM hopeful Liz Truss calls UK employees 'lazy' in a controversial leaked audio. Here's what she said Additionally, Sunday morning train services are expected to be impacted by the strikes of rail workers and bus services. Mick Lynch, general secretary of RMT, stated that his union members are more committed to saving their pensions along with pay raises, job security, and favourable working conditions. Lynch stated that if the strike is not called off, Network Rail will impose forced layoffs and a 50 per cent reduction in maintenance work. On Thursday and Saturday, there will be a significant reduction in rail service, with nearly a fifth operating, and half of the lines will be closed. Also read | 'Piecing together trail of breadcrumbs': How UK police traced IS ‘Beatles’ terrorists As a result of strike by thousands of workers, causing travel chaos, the RMT general issued a warning that the rail dispute might continue for an "indefinite" period. Lynch joined a picket line outside Euston station and urged the government to halt its refusal to participate in any discussion over salary, working conditions, and employment. Due to RMT and TSSA union members, only one in five trains will operate nationwide. Mach Lynch cautioned that a wave of strikes might bring the UK to a standstill, hitting every sector of the economy. (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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After Twitter, Tesla CEO Elon Musk appears to be on a spending spree as the billionaire announced that he’s purchasing soccer team Manchester United Plc. Many think it may just be another publicity stunt. In other news, former US President Donald Trump said his passports, which were stolen by FBI agents during a raid, have now been returned. Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden has signed The Inflation Reduction Act, a significantly scaled-back version of his election manifesto promises of the Build Back Better plan. Finally, the front-runner to become the UK’s next prime minister, Liz Truss, in a leaked audio tape made public, said that Britons needed to put in more work because they lack skills and applications.

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But it could just be yet another pointless tweet by the world's richest person. As Reuters points out Musk has a history of making "irrelevant tweets".&nbsp;

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Reportedly, the FBI's 'filter team' which screens the contents seized during the raids discovered the three passports.&nbsp;

Moreover, FBI justified its stance of taking the passports along with the documents by saying, "When executing search warrants, the bureau follows search and seizure procedures ordered by courts, then returns items that we do not need to be retained for law enforcement purposes."

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"The Inflation Reduction Act will help save money on prescription drugs, cut health care premiums, cut energy costs, take aggressive action on climate, and make large corporations pay their fair share in taxes. We got it done." the US President tweeted.

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AFP reports that&nbsp;the two-minute audio tape, was recorded between 2017 and 2019, when Truss was a senior minister in the finance ministry.&nbsp;In it she claimed that part of the reason for the UK's comparatively low productivity was down to employees' "mindset and attitude."

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After Twitter, Tesla CEO Elon Musk appears to be on a spending spree as the billionaire announced that he’s purchasing soccer team Manchester United Plc. Many think it may just be another publicity stunt.

After Twitter, Tesla CEO Elon Musk appears to be on a spending spree as the billionaire announced that he’s purchasing soccer team Manchester United Plc. Many think it may just be another publicity stunt. In other news, former US President Donald Trump said his passports, which were stolen by FBI agents during a raid, have now been returned. Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden has signed The Inflation Reduction Act, a significantly scaled-back version of his election manifesto promises of the Build Back Better plan. Finally, the front-runner to become the UK’s next prime minister, Liz Truss, in a leaked audio tape made public, said that Britons needed to put in more work because they lack skills and applications. Click on the headlines to read more: After Twitter, Elon Musk sets his sight on Manchester United But it could just be yet another pointless tweet by the world's richest person. As Reuters points out Musk has a history of making "irrelevant tweets". Trump's passports returned a day after the former Prez claimed they were 'stolen' by the FBI Reportedly, the FBI's 'filter team' which screens the contents seized during the raids discovered the three passports. Moreover, FBI justified its stance of taking the passports along with the documents by saying, "When executing search warrants, the bureau follows search and seizure procedures ordered by courts, then returns items that we do not need to be retained for law enforcement purposes." Biden signs the Inflation Reduction Act; a toned down version of his Build Back Better plan "The Inflation Reduction Act will help save money on prescription drugs, cut health care premiums, cut energy costs, take aggressive action on climate, and make large corporations pay their fair share in taxes. We got it done." the US President tweeted. PM hopeful Liz Truss criticises UK employees, in a controversial leaked audio. Here's what she said AFP reports that the two-minute audio tape, was recorded between 2017 and 2019, when Truss was a senior minister in the finance ministry. In it she claimed that part of the reason for the UK's comparatively low productivity was down to employees' "mindset and attitude." Watch | Gravitas: Who will be Pakistan's next Army Chief?

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Delhi reported 917 new coronavirus cases in the past 24 hours with a case positivity rate of 19.20 per cent, as per a bulletin from the Delhi Health Department. The positivity rate is close to 20 per cent, the highest in the past seven months. In Delhi, 4,775 tests have been performed in the last 24 hours.

The capital currently has 6,867 active cases. As per the health ministry, there were 1,566 recoveries and three deaths in Delhi in the last 24 hours, PTI reported.

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Dr Suneela Garg, a public health expert and member of the Lancet Commission, said that hospitalisation has increased in the capital over the past few days as the number of Covid cases continues to rise. She further added that there are 9,000 beds, of which 500 have been occupied by the Covid positive patients, Mint reported.

Meanwhile, Delhi Lieutenant Governor (L-G) VK Saxena stated that people can’t afford to let their guard down because Covid infections have been on rise&nbsp;in the national capital.

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However, India reported 8,813 instances of coronavirus in the past 24 hours, as per the health ministry. Over 15,000 people have recovered in the nation, bringing the total number of recoveries to 4,36,38,844. The recovery rate currently is at 4.97 per cent, while its daily positivity rate is 4.15 per cent. According to health officials, there have been several instances of re-infection.

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Delhi reported 917 new coronavirus cases in the past 24 hours with a case positivity rate of 19.20 per cent, as per a bulletin from the Delhi Health Department. The positivity rate is close to 20 per cent, the highest in the past seven months.

Delhi reported 917 new coronavirus cases in the past 24 hours with a case positivity rate of 19.20 per cent, as per a bulletin from the Delhi Health Department. The positivity rate is close to 20 per cent, the highest in the past seven months. In Delhi, 4,775 tests have been performed in the last 24 hours. The capital currently has 6,867 active cases. As per the health ministry, there were 1,566 recoveries and three deaths in Delhi in the last 24 hours, PTI reported. Also read | White House health official claims India and US did more than any other country in fighting against COVID-19 Dr Suneela Garg, a public health expert and member of the Lancet Commission, said that hospitalisation has increased in the capital over the past few days as the number of Covid cases continues to rise. She further added that there are 9,000 beds, of which 500 have been occupied by the Covid positive patients, Mint reported. Meanwhile, Delhi Lieutenant Governor (L-G) VK Saxena stated that people can’t afford to let their guard down because Covid infections have been on rise in the national capital. We are witnessing a rise in COVID19 infections, consistently high positivity & cases of reinfection. It is essential that we realize that the pandemic is far from over. I appeal to all to strictly adhere to COVID Appropriate Behaviour. We cannot afford to let our guards down. — LG Delhi (@LtGovDelhi) August 16, 2022 × Manish Sisodia, the deputy chief minister in a tweet stated that 90 per cent of the patients had received two doses of vaccinations and only 10 per cent took a precautionary dose. Though, the precautionary dose has reportedly been skipped by many people. आज अधिकारियों के साथ दिल्ली में कोरोना के स्थिति की विस्तृत समीक्षा की वर्तमान में दिल्ली के नए COVID hospitalization cases में से 90% लोगों ने तीसरा डोज नहीं लगवाया है। ये साफ प्रमाण है कि तीसरे डोज से COVID के खिलाफ बचाव में बहुत मदद मिल रही है.. pic.twitter.com/JsJeuVwDhc — Manish Sisodia (@msisodia) August 16, 2022 × However, India reported 8,813 instances of coronavirus in the past 24 hours, as per the health ministry. Over 15,000 people have recovered in the nation, bringing the total number of recoveries to 4,36,38,844. The recovery rate currently is at 4.97 per cent, while its daily positivity rate is 4.15 per cent. According to health officials, there have been several instances of re-infection. (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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After his five secret ministry self-appointments were made public, the former Australian leader, Scott Morrison, refused to resign from the federal parliament. During a press conference on Wednesday (August 17), Morrison used a tough tone and declared that he would continue to represent Cook, despite rising demands for him to resign, including from people from his own party.

Morrison defended his choice to conceal the ministries by claiming that he had never used the authority he possessed. The leader then explained why he chose himself for the most powerful position in the government.

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According to PM Anthony Albanese, Morrison allegedly assaulted the Westminster form of governance by secretly assigning himself to five portfolios between 2020 and 2021, including home affairs, treasury, health, finance, and resources, Reuters reported.

A spokeswoman for Governor General David Hurley stated in a statement that Hurley followed the recommendations of the current government and that any concerns about confidentiality should have been handled by the former Morrison administration. Earlier, Morrison was remarked as dictatorial.&nbsp;The former leader disagreed, claiming that the emergency powers were implemented in accordance with the law and by a democratically elected prime minister.

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Morrison was appointed minister of home affairs and treasurer in May 2021. He claimed that the budget’s May delivery and discussions with the US and Britain on the AUKUS nuclear submarine sale were partially to blame.

On Monday, Albanese will receive guidance on the subject from the attorney general. The leader on Wednesday declared that "This is fundamentally a trashing of our democratic system," Reuters reported.

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After his five secret ministry self-appointments were made public, the former Australian leader, Scott Morrison, refused to resign from the federal parliament. During a press conference on Wednesday (August 17), Morrison used a tough tone and declared that he would continue to represent Cook, despite rising demands for him to resign, including from people from his own party. Morrison defended his choice to conceal the ministries by claiming that he had never used the authority he possessed. The leader then explained why he chose himself for the most powerful position in the government. Also read | Australian PM Anthony Albanese accuses Morrison of 'tin-pot activity' for secretly holding ministry roles According to PM Anthony Albanese, Morrison allegedly assaulted the Westminster form of governance by secretly assigning himself to five portfolios between 2020 and 2021, including home affairs, treasury, health, finance, and resources, Reuters reported. A spokeswoman for Governor General David Hurley stated in a statement that Hurley followed the recommendations of the current government and that any concerns about confidentiality should have been handled by the former Morrison administration. Earlier, Morrison was remarked as dictatorial. The former leader disagreed, claiming that the emergency powers were implemented in accordance with the law and by a democratically elected prime minister. Also read | Australia's PM says former PM Morrison took on secret ministerial roles during COVID-19 Morrison was appointed minister of home affairs and treasurer in May 2021. He claimed that the budget’s May delivery and discussions with the US and Britain on the AUKUS nuclear submarine sale were partially to blame. On Monday, Albanese will receive guidance on the subject from the attorney general. The leader on Wednesday declared that "This is fundamentally a trashing of our democratic system," Reuters reported. (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 Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), with its aim to fight malaria, has awarded GSK, a pharmaceutical firm, the first ever supply of a malaria vaccine with a potential value of $170 million.

According to a statement given by the UN agency, this historic grant will make 18 million doses of RTS,S available for the following three years, potentially saving thousands of lives each year.

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Etleva Kadilli, director of the UN agency’s supply division, said that this vaccine deployment is a message to the vaccine developers to continue with their efforts, as the vaccines are required and demanded.

Kadilli said, "We hope this is just the beginning. Continued innovation is needed to develop new and next-generation vaccines to increase available supply, and enable a healthier vaccine market. This is a giant step forward in our collective efforts to save children’s lives and reduce the burden of malaria as part of wider malaria prevention and control programme," PTI reported.

According to the child welfare agency, this contract is the result of 18 months of extensive planning and engagement by others. The afflicted nations are anticipated to have significant demand for the malaria vaccine.

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RTS,S the first ever vaccine&nbsp;against a parasitic disease, is the result of 35 years of study and development. The vaccine protects against Plasmodium falciparum, the malaria parasite that causes the worst cases worldwide, mostly in Africa.

When its availability increases, the vaccine can offer additional protection against malaria to approximately 25 million children each year in more than 30 countries with moderate to high malaria transmission.

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The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), with its aim to fight malaria, has awarded GSK, a pharmaceutical firm, the first ever supply of a malaria vaccine with a potential value of $170 million.

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), with its aim to fight malaria, has awarded GSK, a pharmaceutical firm, the first ever supply of a malaria vaccine with a potential value of $170 million. According to a statement given by the UN agency, this historic grant will make 18 million doses of RTS,S available for the following three years, potentially saving thousands of lives each year. Also read | World Malaria Day 2022: From causes to who all are at risk, here's all you need to know Etleva Kadilli, director of the UN agency’s supply division, said that this vaccine deployment is a message to the vaccine developers to continue with their efforts, as the vaccines are required and demanded. Kadilli said, "We hope this is just the beginning. Continued innovation is needed to develop new and next-generation vaccines to increase available supply, and enable a healthier vaccine market. This is a giant step forward in our collective efforts to save children’s lives and reduce the burden of malaria as part of wider malaria prevention and control programme," PTI reported. According to the child welfare agency, this contract is the result of 18 months of extensive planning and engagement by others. The afflicted nations are anticipated to have significant demand for the malaria vaccine. Also read | Coronavirus pandemic resulted in alarming increase in malaria deaths: WHO RTS,S the first ever vaccine against a parasitic disease, is the result of 35 years of study and development. The vaccine protects against Plasmodium falciparum, the malaria parasite that causes the worst cases worldwide, mostly in Africa. When its availability increases, the vaccine can offer additional protection against malaria to approximately 25 million children each year in more than 30 countries with moderate to high malaria transmission. (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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After the assassination of al-Qaeda chief Ayman-al Zawahiri in Kabul, the Biden administration chose not to release any of the $7 billion of foreign assets held by Afghanistan’s central bank on US soil and has halted negotiations with the Taliban on the funds. But at the same time, in order to strengthen international assistance, USAID, the global humanitarian assistance arm of the US, has announced three aid packages worth $150 million for Afghanistan.

This week marks the one-year somber anniversary of the Taliban takeover in Afghanistan. Following the militant group’s announcement of banning girls from attending schools after sixth grade, this investment is the most recent one to upgrade different sectors in the country. The USAID will give $30 million to the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women, for the betterment of Afghan women. An amount of $40 million will go to United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the remaining $80 million to Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO).

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Biden administration officials cited that Zawahiri’s living safely in Afghanistan, until the drone strike killed him, played a significant role in the decision to freeze funds. This decision also dashes expectations for an economic resurgence in the country. 
 
In conversation with WSJ, US Representative for Afghanistan Thomas West said that the Taliban’s hiding the al-Qaeda chief underlines deep concerns the country has regarding the flow of funds to the terrorist group. When further asked about whether the group can obtain aid for people, the representative responded that the authorities don’t see the group as being responsible enough for managing the assets.

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In the past, US President Joe Biden stated that he intends to give the families of 9/11 victims half of the $7 billion fund and the remaining to a trust fund for humanitarian relief to the Afghan people. However, considering that it would ultimately be the Taliban delivering the aid, this option seems out of the relevance line. However, critics have criticised Biden’s decision stating it was an unfair collective punishment for the Afghans. 
 
However, it seems as&nbsp;if the US is now trying to normalise relations with the Taliban. The latest engagements made by the US in form of aid are being looked at as an engagement and reach out to the Taliban to bring the relation&nbsp;back on track.

But now one question arises can the Biden administration after the Zawahiri’s killing go further? The US would want further information on this. On the other hand, the Taliban apparently be seeking recognition and a bailout from its financial crisis.&nbsp;

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After the assassination of al-Qaeda chief Ayman-al Zawahiri in Kabul, the Biden administration chose not to release any of the $7 billion of foreign assets held by Afghanistan’s central bank on US soil and has halted negotiations with the Taliban on the funds.

After the assassination of al-Qaeda chief Ayman-al Zawahiri in Kabul, the Biden administration chose not to release any of the $7 billion of foreign assets held by Afghanistan’s central bank on US soil and has halted negotiations with the Taliban on the funds. But at the same time, in order to strengthen international assistance, USAID, the global humanitarian assistance arm of the US, has announced three aid packages worth $150 million for Afghanistan. This week marks the one-year somber anniversary of the Taliban takeover in Afghanistan. Following the militant group’s announcement of banning girls from attending schools after sixth grade, this investment is the most recent one to upgrade different sectors in the country. The USAID will give $30 million to the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women, for the betterment of Afghan women. An amount of $40 million will go to United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the remaining $80 million to Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO). Also read | Afghanistan: In order to address 'near-universal poverty' NGOs demand assets to be unfrozen Biden administration officials cited that Zawahiri’s living safely in Afghanistan, until the drone strike killed him, played a significant role in the decision to freeze funds. This decision also dashes expectations for an economic resurgence in the country. In conversation with WSJ, US Representative for Afghanistan Thomas West said that the Taliban’s hiding the al-Qaeda chief underlines deep concerns the country has regarding the flow of funds to the terrorist group. When further asked about whether the group can obtain aid for people, the representative responded that the authorities don’t see the group as being responsible enough for managing the assets. Also read | Secret schools: Afghan girls defy Taliban, take huge risks to continue studies In the past, US President Joe Biden stated that he intends to give the families of 9/11 victims half of the $7 billion fund and the remaining to a trust fund for humanitarian relief to the Afghan people. However, considering that it would ultimately be the Taliban delivering the aid, this option seems out of the relevance line. However, critics have criticised Biden’s decision stating it was an unfair collective punishment for the Afghans. However, it seems as if the US is now trying to normalise relations with the Taliban. The latest engagements made by the US in form of aid are being looked at as an engagement and reach out to the Taliban to bring the relation back on track. But now one question arises can the Biden administration after the Zawahiri’s killing go further? The US would want further information on this. On the other hand, the Taliban apparently be seeking recognition and a bailout from its financial crisis. (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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Have you ever seen a snake with legs? No,&nbsp;right, but imagining it is so fascinating. This imagination became reality when a similar incident caught everyone's&nbsp;eyes. Social media users are taking notice of a YouTube&nbsp;user who created robotic legs to help a snake walk. Isn’t that cool?

On Saturday (August 13) Allen Pan posted a video on his YouTube channel, explaining his theory and engineering techniques. Pan is a content creator using technical know-how to create battlebots and other inventions that often get&nbsp;millions of views.

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He shared the video with the name ‘Giving snakes their legs back.’ Pan then stated that the main objective behind this innovation is to showcase his love for “snakes.” Pan claimed that he wants to push nature’s boundaries by giving the snake new limbs to make up for the fact that their vestigial legs disappear before birth.

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After the video was posted, more than 100K&nbsp;people already liked it&nbsp;and it got more than 2 million views. Hundreds of people have made surprising comments while others have written about the fact that the snakes do not have legs.

Pan received appreciation from the users for his innovation and creation.&nbsp;

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A user on YouTube said that finally someone cared about snakes and gave them their legs back.

Another user added that “The snake's initial reluctance to metamorphose is only logical. There is always a moment of uncertainty before becoming the most powerful version of oneself,” NDTV reported.

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Have you ever seen a snake with legs? No, right, but imagining it is so fascinating. This imagination became reality when a similar incident caught everyone's eyes.

Have you ever seen a snake with legs? No, right, but imagining it is so fascinating. This imagination became reality when a similar incident caught everyone's eyes. Social media users are taking notice of a YouTube user who created robotic legs to help a snake walk. Isn’t that cool? On Saturday (August 13) Allen Pan posted a video on his YouTube channel, explaining his theory and engineering techniques. Pan is a content creator using technical know-how to create battlebots and other inventions that often get millions of views. Also read | Musk unfiltered: A look at Elon Musk's most notorious tweets (in no particular order) He shared the video with the name ‘Giving snakes their legs back.’ Pan then stated that the main objective behind this innovation is to showcase his love for “snakes.” Pan claimed that he wants to push nature’s boundaries by giving the snake new limbs to make up for the fact that their vestigial legs disappear before birth. × After the video was posted, more than 100K people already liked it and it got more than 2 million views. Hundreds of people have made surprising comments while others have written about the fact that the snakes do not have legs. Pan received appreciation from the users for his innovation and creation. Also read | Scientists are working to bring back the Tasmanian tiger, an animal extinct since the 1930s A user on YouTube said that finally someone cared about snakes and gave them their legs back. Another user added that “The snake's initial reluctance to metamorphose is only logical. There is always a moment of uncertainty before becoming the most powerful version of oneself,” NDTV reported. (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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Liz Cheney, a rare Republican critic of former president Donald Trump, was defeated by voters in the US state of Wyoming in a primary election. She lost against Harriet Hageman, a candidate favoured by Trump who is a newbie to politics.

The 56-year-old Cheney was one of only two members of her party to join the House panel looking into Trump’s efforts to maintain power. She had a bright future as a Republican star. In her speech, the leader indicated that this was the start of a new phase in her political career.

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All 10 Republicans were targeted for supporting Trump’s impeachment after his supporters attacked the US Capitol building. Four have resigned so far and four more have been beaten by his preferred candidate in Wyoming and other states. Only two have been able to effectively hold onto their positions. The last person to experience the Trumpian assault was Cheney.

Cheney made it plain in her concession address that she would continue to criticise the former president, who has hinted he would run for the presidency again in the year 2024. The critic further said, "I have said since [last year's US Capitol riot on] 6 January that I will do whatever it takes to ensure Donald Trump is never again near the Oval Office, and I mean it," BBC reported.

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She stated that if she had agreed with Trump’s erroneous assertions that he, not President Joe Biden, had won elections in 2020, Cheney claimed that she could have easily won re-election.

Meanwhile, the former president congratulated Hageman on her victory. He further mentioned Cheney's saying she ought to be ashamed of herself and her remarks. Trump&nbsp;added that she can finally vanish into political obscurity at this point, and she’ll be happier than she is now.

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Liz Cheney, a rare Republican critic of former president Donald Trump, was defeated by voters in the US state of Wyoming in a primary election. She lost against Harriet Hageman, a candidate favoured by Trump who is a newbie to politics.

Liz Cheney, a rare Republican critic of former president Donald Trump, was defeated by voters in the US state of Wyoming in a primary election. She lost against Harriet Hageman, a candidate favoured by Trump who is a newbie to politics. The 56-year-old Cheney was one of only two members of her party to join the House panel looking into Trump’s efforts to maintain power. She had a bright future as a Republican star. In her speech, the leader indicated that this was the start of a new phase in her political career. Also read | Trump's passports returned a day after former US prez claimed they were 'stolen' by FBI All 10 Republicans were targeted for supporting Trump’s impeachment after his supporters attacked the US Capitol building. Four have resigned so far and four more have been beaten by his preferred candidate in Wyoming and other states. Only two have been able to effectively hold onto their positions. The last person to experience the Trumpian assault was Cheney. Cheney made it plain in her concession address that she would continue to criticise the former president, who has hinted he would run for the presidency again in the year 2024. The critic further said, "I have said since [last year's US Capitol riot on] 6 January that I will do whatever it takes to ensure Donald Trump is never again near the Oval Office, and I mean it," BBC reported. Also read | US justice department opposes release of Donald Trump search affidavit She stated that if she had agreed with Trump’s erroneous assertions that he, not President Joe Biden, had won elections in 2020, Cheney claimed that she could have easily won re-election. Meanwhile, the former president congratulated Hageman on her victory. He further mentioned Cheney's saying she ought to be ashamed of herself and her remarks. Trump added that she can finally vanish into political obscurity at this point, and she’ll be happier than she is now. (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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El&nbsp;Salvador&nbsp;has arrested some 50,000 suspected gang members since President Nayib Bukele launched a "war" in March on criminal groups terrorizing the country, the head of the country's police force announced Tuesday.

"We can inform the Salvadoran people that we have already reached 50,000 recorded detentions during the period of the emergency regime," said Mauricio Arriaza, director of the National Civil Police.

Arriaza, as well as Justice Minister Gustavo Villatoro and Defense Minister Rene Merino appeared Tuesday at parliament to request an extension of the emergency powers, which have done away with the need for arrest warrants.

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They were first enacted in March and have been prolonged by the legislature on a month-by-month basis ever since.

The 84-seat unicameral assembly agreed Tuesday night to grant the government's newest request to maintain the decree, with 66 members voting in favor of an extension through mid-September.

The small Central American country has also increased sentences for gang membership five-fold, to up to 45 years.

To house part of the detainees, Bukele ordered the construction of a gigantic prison for 40,000 gang members in a rural area of the city of Tecoluca, in the center of the country, which should be ready before the end of the year.

"The results of the emergency regime have been overwhelming, we have had a strong impact on these terrorist structures," Villatoro said Tuesday in his report on the gang crackdowns.

Almost 69 percent of the detainees are accused of belonging to the notorious Mara Salvatrucha gang -- also known as MS-13 -- followed by the Surenos faction of the Barrio 18 gang (17.7 per cent) and the Revolucionarios faction of the same group (12.7 per cent).

Rights groups have denounced the arbitrary arrest of many people, including minors, with no gang links.

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In different operations, the police and the army have seized more than a million dollars, in addition to 1,283 weapons.

More than 1,500 vehicles, as well as drugs and cell phones, have also been seized.

The wave of detentions is unprecedented in the country of 6.5 million people, who have suffered decades of violent crime driven by powerful gangs such as MS-13 and Barrio 18.

These gangs count some 70,000 members, most of them now behind bars, according to the authorities.

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El Salvador has arrested some 50,000 suspected gang members since President Nayib Bukele launched a "war" in March on criminal groups terrorizing the country, the head of the country's police force announced Tuesday. "We can inform the Salvadoran people that we have already reached 50,000 recorded detentions during the period of the emergency regime," said Mauricio Arriaza, director of the National Civil Police. Arriaza, as well as Justice Minister Gustavo Villatoro and Defense Minister Rene Merino appeared Tuesday at parliament to request an extension of the emergency powers, which have done away with the need for arrest warrants. Also read | El Salvador's Bukele seeks emergency powers over spike in gang killings They were first enacted in March and have been prolonged by the legislature on a month-by-month basis ever since. The 84-seat unicameral assembly agreed Tuesday night to grant the government's newest request to maintain the decree, with 66 members voting in favor of an extension through mid-September. The small Central American country has also increased sentences for gang membership five-fold, to up to 45 years. To house part of the detainees, Bukele ordered the construction of a gigantic prison for 40,000 gang members in a rural area of the city of Tecoluca, in the center of the country, which should be ready before the end of the year. "The results of the emergency regime have been overwhelming, we have had a strong impact on these terrorist structures," Villatoro said Tuesday in his report on the gang crackdowns. Almost 69 percent of the detainees are accused of belonging to the notorious Mara Salvatrucha gang -- also known as MS-13 -- followed by the Surenos faction of the Barrio 18 gang (17.7 per cent) and the Revolucionarios faction of the same group (12.7 per cent). Rights groups have denounced the arbitrary arrest of many people, including minors, with no gang links. Also read | El Salvador’s Nayib Bukele promotes bitcoin adoption by emerging countries In different operations, the police and the army have seized more than a million dollars, in addition to 1,283 weapons. More than 1,500 vehicles, as well as drugs and cell phones, have also been seized. The wave of detentions is unprecedented in the country of 6.5 million people, who have suffered decades of violent crime driven by powerful gangs such as MS-13 and Barrio 18. These gangs count some 70,000 members, most of them now behind bars, according to the authorities. 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.

Arrest tally in El Salvador gang crackdown reaches 50,000

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