The annual security conference opened today, with issues like Russia's invasion of Ukraine and simmering US-China tensions, expected to dominate the conference. In other news,&nbsp;David Smith, a British national has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for&nbsp;betraying his nation and colleagues by selling information to Russia while working as a security guard at&nbsp;the British&nbsp;embassy in Berlin. Meanwhile, multiple explosions and gunfire were heard after armed men attacked the office of a police station in the southern Pakistani city of Karachi on Friday (February 17). Local media reported that there were between eight and 10 assailants. Finally, the Bulgarian interior ministry, on Friday (February 17) said that they found at least 18 migrants dead as they were hiding in a truck with at least 40 others “under some wood”.&nbsp;

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Local media outlets reported that the incident took place on the main Sharea Faisal, and the operation is currently underway. So far, there's no report on casualties and injuries.&nbsp;

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In 2020, he wrote two letters to top Russian embassy employees, one of which included the name and contact information of a former diplomat called X who had served in Russia, as reported by the Guardian.&nbsp;

Authorities opened an inquiry after identifying Smith as the writer of the second letter sent in November 2020 to a military envoy at the Russian embassy. Two players were used as a fictitious Russian defector and intelligence officer in an undercover sting operation in August 2021.

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This comes as the European Union nation has been struggling with illegal border crossings. According to local media reports, the migrants were to be transported from the Bulgarian-Turkish border to Dragoman&nbsp;which is close to the border with neighbouring,&nbsp;Serbia.&nbsp;"According to initial information, the truck was illegally transporting around 40 migrants hidden under some wood. According to what we know so far, 18 of them have died," said the Bulgarian authorities, in a statement, as per AFP.&nbsp;

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As Ukraine is all set to mark one-year anniversary of Russia's invasion, Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte landed in Kyiv on Friday to hold talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.&nbsp;Netherlands prime minister is accompanied with Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation of the Netherlands, Liesje Schreinemacher.&nbsp;

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Japan's ambitious launch of its flagship H3 rocket resulted in a failure on Friday, and that too, while the expected launch was being live streamed.&nbsp;Notably, the H3 rocket is Japan's first new medium-lift rocket in three decades.&nbsp;

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Elon Musk rises again,&nbsp;on his (now) very own social platform Twitter. The billionaire entrepreneur was known for creating a flutter on Twitter since before he bought the platform. Another tweet of his joins the long list. This time its about the much talked about Artificial Intelligence-powered ChatGPT (or not).

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The annual security conference opened today, with issues like Russia's invasion of Ukraine and simmering US-China tensions, expected to dominate the conference. In other news, David Smith, a British national has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for betraying his nation and colleagues by selling information to Russia while working as a security guard at the British embassy in Berlin.

The annual security conference opened today, with issues like Russia's invasion of Ukraine and simmering US-China tensions, expected to dominate the conference. In other news, David Smith, a British national has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for betraying his nation and colleagues by selling information to Russia while working as a security guard at the British embassy in Berlin. Meanwhile, multiple explosions and gunfire were heard after armed men attacked the office of a police station in the southern Pakistani city of Karachi on Friday (February 17). Local media reported that there were between eight and 10 assailants. Finally, the Bulgarian interior ministry, on Friday (February 17) said that they found at least 18 migrants dead as they were hiding in a truck with at least 40 others “under some wood”. Click on the headlines to read more: LIVE Munich Security Conference: Macron says time to prepare 'peace terms' for Ukraine Pakistan: Multiple explosions heard as armed men attack Karachi police station Local media outlets reported that the incident took place on the main Sharea Faisal, and the operation is currently underway. So far, there's no report on casualties and injuries. British guard turns Russian spy: David Smith sentenced to 13 years in prison for leaking data to Russia In 2020, he wrote two letters to top Russian embassy employees, one of which included the name and contact information of a former diplomat called X who had served in Russia, as reported by the Guardian. Authorities opened an inquiry after identifying Smith as the writer of the second letter sent in November 2020 to a military envoy at the Russian embassy. Two players were used as a fictitious Russian defector and intelligence officer in an undercover sting operation in August 2021. Bulgarian authorities find 18 migrants dead in truck 'illegally transporting' around 40 people This comes as the European Union nation has been struggling with illegal border crossings. According to local media reports, the migrants were to be transported from the Bulgarian-Turkish border to Dragoman which is close to the border with neighbouring, Serbia. "According to initial information, the truck was illegally transporting around 40 migrants hidden under some wood. According to what we know so far, 18 of them have died," said the Bulgarian authorities, in a statement, as per AFP. As Ukraine is set to mark one-year war anniversary, Dutch PM meets Zelensky in Kyiv As Ukraine is all set to mark one-year anniversary of Russia's invasion, Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte landed in Kyiv on Friday to hold talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Netherlands prime minister is accompanied with Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation of the Netherlands, Liesje Schreinemacher. Big blow to Uddhav Thackeray: Eknath Shinde faction is real 'Shiv Sena', rules election commission In a huge blow to former Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has ruled that Eknath Shinde faction would be now known as the party 'Shiv Sena'. Indian-American Vivek Ramaswamy planning to run for US President: Report Indian-American Republican Vivek Ramaswamy is planning to announce his 2024 presidential bid. Ramaswamy for the time being has embarked on test runs and fact-finding missions in Iowa- where he has been addressing multiple events. Watch | Japan aborts launch of flagship H3 rocket moments before lift off Japan's ambitious launch of its flagship H3 rocket resulted in a failure on Friday, and that too, while the expected launch was being live streamed. Notably, the H3 rocket is Japan's first new medium-lift rocket in three decades. Move over ChatGPT, Elon Musk wants TruthGPT Elon Musk rises again, on his (now) very own social platform Twitter. The billionaire entrepreneur was known for creating a flutter on Twitter since before he bought the platform. Another tweet of his joins the long list. This time its about the much talked about Artificial Intelligence-powered ChatGPT (or not). Watch | US to consider Indo-Pacific anti-ship drone, with eye on China

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People are known to go&nbsp;beyond limits to express their love for each other. Those flowers, chocolates and gifts on Valentine's Day make you feel so special. But a Thai man&nbsp;had planned something different.&nbsp;Proving the myth that marriage changes a man, a guy named Vall sat at a tattoo parlour shop for eight hours and got his marriage certificate tattooed on his arm to make his&nbsp;wife feel special.&nbsp; 
 
According to the Thai daily newspaper Khaosod, Vall chose to do something different this year to profess his love for his wife.&nbsp;He went to a tattoo artist's studio in Kaeng Khoi Saraburi province, to get a tattoo.&nbsp;

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He did not leave&nbsp;any details of the certificate and even got the flowery border tattooed. The tattoo has been drawn with extra details on his hand, including even the stamp on the original certificate.&nbsp;

When Vall showed the tattoo to his wife, she was shocked but soon came around to her husband's ultimate act of love.

The tattoo artist told the daily newspaper that he had never drawn a marriage certificate before. He said that he was shocked when Vall came with the request and that the process of making the tattoo was long and tedious.&nbsp;

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The artist said that the process for this was the same as others. He first copied the whole certificate onto Vall's arm with normal ink and then used the tattoo gun to perfect all the details.&nbsp;

After the image was posted on Facebook, users applauded Vall for his efforts.&nbsp;

One user said, "This is what is called actions speak louder than words; this proof of love deserves a round of applause."

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People are known to go beyond limits to express their love for each other. Those flowers, chocolates and gifts on Valentine's Day make you feel so special. But a Thai man had planned something different.

People are known to go beyond limits to express their love for each other. Those flowers, chocolates and gifts on Valentine's Day make you feel so special. But a Thai man had planned something different. Proving the myth that marriage changes a man, a guy named Vall sat at a tattoo parlour shop for eight hours and got his marriage certificate tattooed on his arm to make his wife feel special. According to the Thai daily newspaper Khaosod, Vall chose to do something different this year to profess his love for his wife. He went to a tattoo artist's studio in Kaeng Khoi Saraburi province, to get a tattoo. Also read | Turkey earthquake: Indian man found dead, tattoo on hand helps family identify body. Who was Vijay Kumar? He did not leave any details of the certificate and even got the flowery border tattooed. The tattoo has been drawn with extra details on his hand, including even the stamp on the original certificate. When Vall showed the tattoo to his wife, she was shocked but soon came around to her husband's ultimate act of love. The tattoo artist told the daily newspaper that he had never drawn a marriage certificate before. He said that he was shocked when Vall came with the request and that the process of making the tattoo was long and tedious. Also read | Valentine's Day 2023: If you're single, THESE hilarious Valentine's Day memes will make your day The artist said that the process for this was the same as others. He first copied the whole certificate onto Vall's arm with normal ink and then used the tattoo gun to perfect all the details. After the image was posted on Facebook, users applauded Vall for his efforts. One user said, "This is what is called actions speak louder than words; this proof of love deserves a round of applause." (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

'Proof of love': Thai man surprises wife with ‘marriage certificate’ tattooed on arm

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In a major breakthrough, scientists revealed the possible reason for the death of a lone giant dinosaur that lived almost 150 million years ago.&nbsp;MOR 7029, popularly known as Dolly, was part of the family of long-necked and plant-eating&nbsp;dinosaurs. Scientists claimed that Dolly used to live during the Late Jurassic period in the region which is now known as southwest Montana. The study suggests that it was a respiratory infection and must have been caused by a fungus which could have led to coughing&nbsp;and breathing issues.

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The study led by Dr Cary Woodruff from the Great Plains Dinosaur Museum suggested that Dolly likely died due to an infection that caused her to exhibit flu-like symptoms.

In a tweet, the scientist said," NEW PAPER DAY! After A LONG TIME in the works, I want to share with you all the VERY 1ST CASE of an avian-style RESPIRATORY INFECTION in a non-avian DINOSAUR! You heard me right readers – AND IT’S IN A #SAUROPOD"

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NEW PAPER DAY! After A LONG TIME in the works, I want to share with you all the VERY 1ST CASE of an avian-style RESPIRATORY INFECTION in a non-avian DINOSAUR! You heard me right readers – AND IT’S IN A <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SAUROPOD?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SAUROPOD</a>! 
 
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Referring to symptoms, Woodruff said, "Given the likely symptoms this animal suffered from, holding these infected bones in your hands, you can’t help but feel sorry for Dolly. We’ve all experienced these same symptoms – coughing, trouble breathing, a fever, etc. – and here’s a 150-million-year-old dinosaur that likely felt as miserable as we all do when we’re sick."

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Sauropods are generally up to 110 feet long and weigh more than 90 tonnes, but the situation was not the same in Dolly's case. She weighed about 20 tonnes and was only 40 feet long, and bony growth in her vertebra was an indication of a possible infection.&nbsp;

Dolly's infection, a symptomatic of pneumonia, has since then been compared to an illness that is found in both birds and reptiles. It is called aspergillosis and can spread to animals' bones.

(With inputs from agencies)

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In a major breakthrough, scientists revealed the possible reason for the death of a lone giant dinosaur that lived almost 150 million years ago. MOR 7029, popularly known as Dolly, was part of the family of long-necked and plant-eating dinosaurs.

In a major breakthrough, scientists revealed the possible reason for the death of a lone giant dinosaur that lived almost 150 million years ago. MOR 7029, popularly known as Dolly, was part of the family of long-necked and plant-eating dinosaurs. Scientists claimed that Dolly used to live during the Late Jurassic period in the region which is now known as southwest Montana. The study suggests that it was a respiratory infection and must have been caused by a fungus which could have led to coughing and breathing issues. Also read | India: Scientists discover dinosaur nests, 265 fossilised eggs in Madhya Pradesh’s Narmada Valley The study led by Dr Cary Woodruff from the Great Plains Dinosaur Museum suggested that Dolly likely died due to an infection that caused her to exhibit flu-like symptoms. In a tweet, the scientist said," NEW PAPER DAY! After A LONG TIME in the works, I want to share with you all the VERY 1ST CASE of an avian-style RESPIRATORY INFECTION in a non-avian DINOSAUR! You heard me right readers – AND IT’S IN A #SAUROPOD" NEW PAPER DAY! After A LONG TIME in the works, I want to share with you all the VERY 1ST CASE of an avian-style RESPIRATORY INFECTION in a non-avian DINOSAUR! You heard me right readers – AND IT’S IN A #SAUROPOD! (Ewan Wolff, Matt Wedel, Sophie Dennison, & @WitmerLab) pic.twitter.com/bfKuWZs1Uf — Cary Woodruff (@DoubleBeam) February 10, 2022 Referring to symptoms, Woodruff said, "Given the likely symptoms this animal suffered from, holding these infected bones in your hands, you can’t help but feel sorry for Dolly. We’ve all experienced these same symptoms – coughing, trouble breathing, a fever, etc. – and here’s a 150-million-year-old dinosaur that likely felt as miserable as we all do when we’re sick." Also read | 'Super exciting' find: Researchers discover four species of dinosaurs, including a potentially new one Sauropods are generally up to 110 feet long and weigh more than 90 tonnes, but the situation was not the same in Dolly's case. She weighed about 20 tonnes and was only 40 feet long, and bony growth in her vertebra was an indication of a possible infection. Dolly's infection, a symptomatic of pneumonia, has since then been compared to an illness that is found in both birds and reptiles. It is called aspergillosis and can spread to animals' bones. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Scientists reveal the cause of death of 'Dolly,' a Sauropod that lived over 150 million years ago

At least 39 people, most of them undocumented US-bound migrants who had just survived a perilous jungle, died in a bus crash in Panama early Wednesday, officials said.&nbsp;Updating the toll from 33, Panama's National Migration Service said the injured were being treated at various hospitals and clinics, without saying how many there were.&nbsp;The latest toll, it added, was based on "preliminary information."

The bus had 66 passengers on board&nbsp;when it crashed with a minibus some 400 kilometres (250 miles) west of the capital Panama City, the press statement said.

The bus was transporting migrants who had crossed the Darien Gap -- an inhospitable jungle area bordering Colombia -- westward toward Costa Rica from where they aimed to continue their journey through Central America and Mexico, and ultimately to the United States.

The bus was on its way to a hostel in Gualaca near the Costa Rica border, where the passengers were to have rested before continuing their journey.

Local media said the crash happened as the driver was turning the bus around after missing the hostel.&nbsp;The nationalities of the occupants and the cause of the accident have not been revealed.

Great sadness

President Laurentino Cortizo tweeted his "great sadness" at learning of the accident at Gualaca.&nbsp;"This is regrettable news for Panama and the region," he said, extending his government's condolences to the next of kin.

"Government teams work hard on the ground, providing medical assistance to survivors of this tragedy," the president added.

The Central American country's health ministry said "more than five children" were among the injured.

Several people were taken by ambulance to a hospital in the Chiriqui provincial capital city David, according to authorities.

Thousands of migrants arriving via Colombia risk their lives every year beating a path through the thick, swampy Darien Gap, a jungle area replete with wild animals, dangerous rivers and criminal gangs.&nbsp;

According to Jose Vicente Pachar, director general of the Institute of Legal Medicine and Forensic Sciences of Panama, at least 60 migrants died crossing the Darien Gap in 2022, up from 50 in 2021.

The impenetrable topography has meant that plans to build a missing stretch of the Pan-American Highway through the Darien Gap have never been realized.

Number of illegal migrants rising despite risk

Despite the dangers, the number of irregular migrants arriving in Panama en route to the United States nearly doubled in 2022 to a record 248,000, the immigration authority reported on January 1.

More than half were Venezuelan, the rest included Ecuadorians, Haitians and Cubans, as well as people from Africa and Asia.

The government of Panama, in collaboration with United Nations agencies and aid organisations, has set up camps to provide humanitarian assistance to the never-ending migrant arrivals.

In his tweet, Cortizo reiterated his government's "commitment to continue providing humanitarian aid and dignified conditions to face irregular migration."

Panamanian authorities help transfer migrants, hundreds every day, in private buses from the border with Colombia to Paso Canoas on the border with Costa Rica.

It is a journey of some 700 kilometres and about 10 hours for which the migrants buy a ticket.

"It is lamentable this traffic accident, these are people looking for better living conditions," Panama's national director of migration Samira Gozaine told the Telemetro broadcaster as she underlined "the risk" people take on this journey.

She said migrant buses to Paso Canoas usually travel at night when there is less traffic and conditions are cooler.

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At least 39 people, most of them undocumented US-bound migrants who had just survived a perilous jungle, died in a bus crash in Panama early Wednesday, officials said.

At least 39 people, most of them undocumented US-bound migrants who had just survived a perilous jungle, died in a bus crash in Panama early Wednesday, officials said. Updating the toll from 33, Panama's National Migration Service said the injured were being treated at various hospitals and clinics, without saying how many there were. The latest toll, it added, was based on "preliminary information." The bus had 66 passengers on board when it crashed with a minibus some 400 kilometres (250 miles) west of the capital Panama City, the press statement said. The bus was transporting migrants who had crossed the Darien Gap -- an inhospitable jungle area bordering Colombia -- westward toward Costa Rica from where they aimed to continue their journey through Central America and Mexico, and ultimately to the United States. The bus was on its way to a hostel in Gualaca near the Costa Rica border, where the passengers were to have rested before continuing their journey. Local media said the crash happened as the driver was turning the bus around after missing the hostel. The nationalities of the occupants and the cause of the accident have not been revealed. Great sadness President Laurentino Cortizo tweeted his "great sadness" at learning of the accident at Gualaca. "This is regrettable news for Panama and the region," he said, extending his government's condolences to the next of kin. "Government teams work hard on the ground, providing medical assistance to survivors of this tragedy," the president added. The Central American country's health ministry said "more than five children" were among the injured. Several people were taken by ambulance to a hospital in the Chiriqui provincial capital city David, according to authorities. Thousands of migrants arriving via Colombia risk their lives every year beating a path through the thick, swampy Darien Gap, a jungle area replete with wild animals, dangerous rivers and criminal gangs. According to Jose Vicente Pachar, director general of the Institute of Legal Medicine and Forensic Sciences of Panama, at least 60 migrants died crossing the Darien Gap in 2022, up from 50 in 2021. The impenetrable topography has meant that plans to build a missing stretch of the Pan-American Highway through the Darien Gap have never been realized. Number of illegal migrants rising despite risk Despite the dangers, the number of irregular migrants arriving in Panama en route to the United States nearly doubled in 2022 to a record 248,000, the immigration authority reported on January 1. More than half were Venezuelan, the rest included Ecuadorians, Haitians and Cubans, as well as people from Africa and Asia. The government of Panama, in collaboration with United Nations agencies and aid organisations, has set up camps to provide humanitarian assistance to the never-ending migrant arrivals. In his tweet, Cortizo reiterated his government's "commitment to continue providing humanitarian aid and dignified conditions to face irregular migration." Panamanian authorities help transfer migrants, hundreds every day, in private buses from the border with Colombia to Paso Canoas on the border with Costa Rica. It is a journey of some 700 kilometres and about 10 hours for which the migrants buy a ticket. "It is lamentable this traffic accident, these are people looking for better living conditions," Panama's national director of migration Samira Gozaine told the Telemetro broadcaster as she underlined "the risk" people take on this journey. She said migrant buses to Paso Canoas usually travel at night when there is less traffic and conditions are cooler. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

At least 39 dead in Panama migrant bus crash

The Yeti Airlines aircraft which crashed in Nepal last month killing 71 people, including five Indians, lost thrust and fell after the propellers of both engines went into a feathered position, according to a preliminary probe report which lead investigators to suspect human error behind the deadly crash.

Yeti Airlines flight 691, after taking off from Kathmandu's Tribhuvan International Airport on January 15, crashed on the Seti River gorge between the old airport and the new airport in the resort city of Pokhara.

There were 72 people including four crew members onboard the ATR-72 aircraft when it crashed, but rescue officials have so far managed to recover only 71 bodies with the other missing passenger presumed dead.

It is rare for the propellers of both engines to come to a feathered position, said one of the members of the five-member probe committee, which is also mentioned in the 14-page preliminary report posted on the website of the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Civil Aviation of Nepal.

"Human factor in the accident could not be disregarded. So it is an issue of investigation,"&nbsp;said the member on condition of anonymity.

"When both propellers were feathered, the investigation team observed that both engines of 9N-ANC were running flight idle condition during the event flight to prevent over torque," states the preliminary report.

"As per the Flight Data Recorder (FDR) all the recorded parameters related to engines did not show any anomaly,"&nbsp;adds the report.

"When Air Traffic Controller (ATC) gave the clearance for landing at 10:57:07, the Pilot Flying (PF) mentioned twice that there was no power coming from the engines,"&nbsp;the report further says.

"During the time of the crash, the prevailing visibility was 6 km and the sky was almost clear with only a few clouds,"&nbsp;points out the preliminary report.

According to experts, the pilots unintentionally pulled the condition levers causing the engine to shut down and feather the propellers. Each lever starts and stops the fuel supply, and controls the idle speed for its respective engine.

One investigator said that they found the levers pulled down at the crash site.

"We are waiting for a detailed report. We cannot ascertain what happened before that,"&nbsp;said a probe committee member.

"Yes, there is also the issue of flaps. There are questions about why the pilots delayed extending the flaps. The routine checklists were not followed. There are many factors to look at," Joint Secretary at the Tourism Ministry Buddhi Sagar Lamichhane - a senior member of the probe committee -- was quoted as saying by The Kathmandu Post newspaper.

As per International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), the state investigating an accident or incident must produce a preliminary report within 30 days of the accident.

The final report should be produced within 12 months of the accident. According to the preliminary report, the flight crew had made two flights between Kathmandu and Pokhara earlier in the morning. The flight that crashed was the third in a row by the same crew.

There were two captains on the plane. Captain Anju Khatiwada was in the process of obtaining aerodrome familiarisation for operating in Pokhara, and Captain Kamal KC was the instructor pilot on this training flight.

The take-off, climb, cruise, and descent to Pokhara were normal.

At 10:56:12, the pilots extended the flaps to the 15 degrees position and pushed the landing gear lever to the down position. Khatiwada then disengaged the autopilot system at an altitude of 721 feet above the ground. Khatiwada then called for 'FLAPS 30', and Captain KC replied, 'Flaps 30 and descending.'&nbsp;The flight data recorder (FDR) did not record any flap surface movement at that time.

Instead, the propeller rotation speed of both engines decreased simultaneously to less than 25 per cent and the torque, the force that causes an opposite rotation, started decreasing to zero per cent, which is consistent with both propellers going into the feathered condition, the report said.

When the propellers are feathered, they don't produce thrust that pushes the aircraft forward. As per the flight data recorder, no recorded parameters related to the engines showed any anomaly.

When the air traffic controller gave the clearance for landing, Captain Khatiwada twice mentioned that there was no power in the engines.

The report said that the aircraft's airworthiness certificate was valid till April 24, 2023.

Nepal's investigators have received analytical support from Singapore's Transport Safety Investigation Bureau.

The airport, built with China's assistance, was hastily inaugurated and operated without adequate preparations to meet the January 1 project deadline. Flight calibration, which tests all pieces of equipment at the new airport, has yet to recommend landing from the west. The calibration report is due to be published on February 26.

The flight procedure has not been published either. Airlines have very little information about airport procedures and data, according to experts. The AAIC has stated that further investigation will focus on the circumstances under which both propellers went into the feathered condition, human factors, and visual approach procedures, including simultaneous operation of both national and international airports, according to media reports. 
 
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The Yeti Airlines aircraft which crashed in Nepal last month killing 71 people, including five Indians, lost thrust and fell after the propellers of both engines went into a feathered position, according to a preliminary probe report which lead investigators to suspect human error behind the deadly crash.

The Yeti Airlines aircraft which crashed in Nepal last month killing 71 people, including five Indians, lost thrust and fell after the propellers of both engines went into a feathered position, according to a preliminary probe report which lead investigators to suspect human error behind the deadly crash. Yeti Airlines flight 691, after taking off from Kathmandu's Tribhuvan International Airport on January 15, crashed on the Seti River gorge between the old airport and the new airport in the resort city of Pokhara. There were 72 people including four crew members onboard the ATR-72 aircraft when it crashed, but rescue officials have so far managed to recover only 71 bodies with the other missing passenger presumed dead. It is rare for the propellers of both engines to come to a feathered position, said one of the members of the five-member probe committee, which is also mentioned in the 14-page preliminary report posted on the website of the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Civil Aviation of Nepal. "Human factor in the accident could not be disregarded. So it is an issue of investigation," said the member on condition of anonymity. "When both propellers were feathered, the investigation team observed that both engines of 9N-ANC were running flight idle condition during the event flight to prevent over torque," states the preliminary report. "As per the Flight Data Recorder (FDR) all the recorded parameters related to engines did not show any anomaly," adds the report. "When Air Traffic Controller (ATC) gave the clearance for landing at 10:57:07, the Pilot Flying (PF) mentioned twice that there was no power coming from the engines," the report further says. "During the time of the crash, the prevailing visibility was 6 km and the sky was almost clear with only a few clouds," points out the preliminary report. According to experts, the pilots unintentionally pulled the condition levers causing the engine to shut down and feather the propellers. Each lever starts and stops the fuel supply, and controls the idle speed for its respective engine. One investigator said that they found the levers pulled down at the crash site. "We are waiting for a detailed report. We cannot ascertain what happened before that," said a probe committee member. "Yes, there is also the issue of flaps. There are questions about why the pilots delayed extending the flaps. The routine checklists were not followed. There are many factors to look at," Joint Secretary at the Tourism Ministry Buddhi Sagar Lamichhane - a senior member of the probe committee -- was quoted as saying by The Kathmandu Post newspaper. As per International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), the state investigating an accident or incident must produce a preliminary report within 30 days of the accident. The final report should be produced within 12 months of the accident. According to the preliminary report, the flight crew had made two flights between Kathmandu and Pokhara earlier in the morning. The flight that crashed was the third in a row by the same crew. There were two captains on the plane. Captain Anju Khatiwada was in the process of obtaining aerodrome familiarisation for operating in Pokhara, and Captain Kamal KC was the instructor pilot on this training flight. The take-off, climb, cruise, and descent to Pokhara were normal. At 10:56:12, the pilots extended the flaps to the 15 degrees position and pushed the landing gear lever to the down position. Khatiwada then disengaged the autopilot system at an altitude of 721 feet above the ground. Khatiwada then called for 'FLAPS 30', and Captain KC replied, 'Flaps 30 and descending.' The flight data recorder (FDR) did not record any flap surface movement at that time. Instead, the propeller rotation speed of both engines decreased simultaneously to less than 25 per cent and the torque, the force that causes an opposite rotation, started decreasing to zero per cent, which is consistent with both propellers going into the feathered condition, the report said. When the propellers are feathered, they don't produce thrust that pushes the aircraft forward. As per the flight data recorder, no recorded parameters related to the engines showed any anomaly. When the air traffic controller gave the clearance for landing, Captain Khatiwada twice mentioned that there was no power in the engines. The report said that the aircraft's airworthiness certificate was valid till April 24, 2023. Nepal's investigators have received analytical support from Singapore's Transport Safety Investigation Bureau. The airport, built with China's assistance, was hastily inaugurated and operated without adequate preparations to meet the January 1 project deadline. Flight calibration, which tests all pieces of equipment at the new airport, has yet to recommend landing from the west. The calibration report is due to be published on February 26. The flight procedure has not been published either. Airlines have very little information about airport procedures and data, according to experts. The AAIC has stated that further investigation will focus on the circumstances under which both propellers went into the feathered condition, human factors, and visual approach procedures, including simultaneous operation of both national and international airports, according to media reports. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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Malaysian activists on Thursday criticised the government's decision of banning three books for allegedly promoting the "LGBTQ lifestyle," saying that this step would further damage gay and transgender rights. The Malaysian home ministry in its statement released on Tuesday said that "Jacob's Room to Choose," a children's book about gender expression was banned in January. Two other children's books, "The Tale of Steven," and the Malay-language title, "Aku" were also banned, AFP reported.

Justifying its measure, the ministry said that its objective was to "prevent the spread of elements that are harmful to morality in the community."

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Homosexuality is forbidden in Malaysia. People have been experiencing growing religious fundamentalism for the past few years, sparking friction between the conservatives and the ones campaigning for rights.&nbsp;

A prominent Malaysian human rights lawyer, Siti Kasim, has described the ban as an attempt "to chisel away" at LGBTQ. She said that this group has always been marginalised and oppressed.

Homosexuality is forbidden in Malaysia those following can be charged with imprisonment and fines.

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"This move is a broader trend of censorship that we are seeing in the last couple of years," said Thilaga Sulathireh, a member of the transgender rights group Justice for Sisters.

She said that the ban on books further shrinks the space for LGBTQ people to express themselves.

She added that in the last couple of years, at least six LGBTQ-related books have been banned.&nbsp;

Not just books, Malaysia, banned the Marvel film, "Thor: Love and Thunder,"&nbsp;last year over LGBTQ elements.

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Malaysian activists on Thursday criticised the government's decision of banning three books for allegedly promoting the "LGBTQ lifestyle," saying that this step would further damage gay and transgender rights.

Malaysian activists on Thursday criticised the government's decision of banning three books for allegedly promoting the "LGBTQ lifestyle," saying that this step would further damage gay and transgender rights. The Malaysian home ministry in its statement released on Tuesday said that "Jacob's Room to Choose," a children's book about gender expression was banned in January. Two other children's books, "The Tale of Steven," and the Malay-language title, "Aku" were also banned, AFP reported. Justifying its measure, the ministry said that its objective was to "prevent the spread of elements that are harmful to morality in the community." Also read | Progressive or regressive: Was 2022 a good year for the LGBTQIA+ community? Here's the year in review Homosexuality is forbidden in Malaysia. People have been experiencing growing religious fundamentalism for the past few years, sparking friction between the conservatives and the ones campaigning for rights. A prominent Malaysian human rights lawyer, Siti Kasim, has described the ban as an attempt "to chisel away" at LGBTQ. She said that this group has always been marginalised and oppressed. Homosexuality is forbidden in Malaysia those following can be charged with imprisonment and fines. Also read | Laws criminalising LGBTQ are a sin, says Pope Francis "This move is a broader trend of censorship that we are seeing in the last couple of years," said Thilaga Sulathireh, a member of the transgender rights group Justice for Sisters. She said that the ban on books further shrinks the space for LGBTQ people to express themselves. She added that in the last couple of years, at least six LGBTQ-related books have been banned. Not just books, Malaysia, banned the Marvel film, "Thor: Love and Thunder," last year over LGBTQ elements. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

'A broader trend of censorship': Malaysian activists criticise govt for banning books on LGBTQ

A local Indian fisherman named Francois Fernandes, popularly known as Pele, requested the UK's First Lady Akshata Murthy to keep Goans living in the UK safe. A video shot by the locals shows Pele interacting with Akshata.&nbsp;The request came&nbsp;as the family of UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, including his wife Akshata Murthy, their two daughters, and his mother -in-law Sudha Murthy were spotted holidaying on&nbsp;the Benaulim Beach in South Goa.&nbsp;

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Pele, who runs a water sports business at the beach, told reporters that he approached Akshata and her family and asked if they are interested in water sports activities.

He said, "She asked me, is water sports in Goa safe?" To which he responded, "Ma’am, it is 100 per cent safe and I will keep you and your family safe if they wish to do water sports."

But before they got on the water speed boat, he said that there are many Goans living in the UK and he wanted her to see that they are safe too.&nbsp;

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To this request, Akshata acknowledged and replied, ‘Done!.'

Pele recalled his meeting with Akshata and her mother Sudha Murthy and said, "I feel every politician in India should learn from them. They are so down to earth."

Pele further reiterated that he hopes that the UK&nbsp;government will ensure that Goans there are safe and that his message gets passed on to the UK PM Rishi Sunak.&nbsp;

Rishi Sunak became the prime minister after his predecessor Liz Truss resigned a few months back and he recently completed his 100 days in office.

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A local Indian fisherman named Francois Fernandes, popularly known as Pele, requested the UK's First Lady Akshata Murthy to keep Goans living in the UK safe. A video shot by the locals shows Pele interacting with Akshata.

A local Indian fisherman named Francois Fernandes, popularly known as Pele, requested the UK's First Lady Akshata Murthy to keep Goans living in the UK safe. A video shot by the locals shows Pele interacting with Akshata. The request came as the family of UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, including his wife Akshata Murthy, their two daughters, and his mother -in-law Sudha Murthy were spotted holidaying on the Benaulim Beach in South Goa. Also read | Sunak & co. accused of splurging taxpayers' money, Labour releases a damning dossier Pele, who runs a water sports business at the beach, told reporters that he approached Akshata and her family and asked if they are interested in water sports activities. He said, "She asked me, is water sports in Goa safe?" To which he responded, "Ma’am, it is 100 per cent safe and I will keep you and your family safe if they wish to do water sports." But before they got on the water speed boat, he said that there are many Goans living in the UK and he wanted her to see that they are safe too. Also read | Infosys, founded by PM Sunak’s father-in-law, in tax dispute with UK authorities To this request, Akshata acknowledged and replied, ‘Done!.' Pele recalled his meeting with Akshata and her mother Sudha Murthy and said, "I feel every politician in India should learn from them. They are so down to earth." Pele further reiterated that he hopes that the UK government will ensure that Goans there are safe and that his message gets passed on to the UK PM Rishi Sunak. Rishi Sunak became the prime minister after his predecessor Liz Truss resigned a few months back and he recently completed his 100 days in office. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

‘Done,’ says UK's First Lady Akshata Murthy after fisherman asks her to keep all ‘Goans’ safe

Amazon.com is taking more money from the almost 2 million small businesses that sell goods on its online marketplace as it struggles with slowing sales growth and growing costs, according to a Bloomberg report.

The report quoting research by Marketplace Pulse showed Amazon's average margin of each sale topped 50 per cent&nbsp;from its merchants for the first time in 2022. The study used seller transactions that date back to 2016 as a sample.

According to Marketplace Pulse, sellers have been paying Amazon more for each transaction for six years in a row. But they have been able to absorb the rise in Amazon's cut because of new clients and their revenues growing quickly.

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Amazon controls how much cut it takes

As the pandemic lockdowns were lifted and people started travelling and dining out again, that dramatically altered, suffocating online commerce.

Last year, Amazon generated the slowest sales growth in its history.

Amazon's primary online retail operation faces a significant challenge in maintaining earnings as sales decline.

Without its lucrative cloud computing division, Amazon Web Services, the company would have experienced an operational loss of $10 billion in 2017.

Amazon commissions and other fees, such as those for packing and delivery, are outside the control of Amazon sellers.

They only have power over advertising, and there are indications that they are restraining themselves.

Amazon's advertising revenue in the holiday quarter grew 18.9 per cent, a still robust expansion but a big slow-down from the same period a year earlier when it increased by 32.2 per cent.

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More sellers to hike prices

The Bloomberg report showed for Chuck Gregorich, who sells fire pits and patio furniture, turning a profit on Amazon is becoming more challenging.&nbsp;He charges $200 for one of his well-liked fire pits, of which Amazon keeps $112 for commission, storage in a warehouse, delivery, and advertising.

He now has $88 left over to pay the producer, ship the item from China, and take care of other expenses.

So, Gregorich has had to take on more of the logistics work himself due to the increasing fees.

He said that other carriers could carry fire pits for around $28—roughly half of what he costs Amazon to deliver large products.&nbsp;That is likely to push Gregorich to hike the price of his product offering.&nbsp;But the improvements made by Amazon are advantageous to some merchants.

Indeed, the report showed one of Amazon's lowest delivery options for small, inexpensive items is used by Desert Cactus, a Chicago-based company that sells flags, license-plate frames, and other stuff on behalf of colleges and professional sports teams.

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Amazon.com is taking more money from the almost 2 million small businesses that sell goods on its online marketplace as it struggles with slowing sales growth and growing costs, according to a Bloomberg report.

Amazon.com is taking more money from the almost 2 million small businesses that sell goods on its online marketplace as it struggles with slowing sales growth and growing costs, according to a Bloomberg report. The report quoting research by Marketplace Pulse showed Amazon's average margin of each sale topped 50 per cent from its merchants for the first time in 2022. The study used seller transactions that date back to 2016 as a sample. According to Marketplace Pulse, sellers have been paying Amazon more for each transaction for six years in a row. But they have been able to absorb the rise in Amazon's cut because of new clients and their revenues growing quickly. Also read | Amazon threatened workers and broke labour union laws, rules US judge Amazon controls how much cut it takes As the pandemic lockdowns were lifted and people started travelling and dining out again, that dramatically altered, suffocating online commerce. Last year, Amazon generated the slowest sales growth in its history. Amazon's primary online retail operation faces a significant challenge in maintaining earnings as sales decline. Without its lucrative cloud computing division, Amazon Web Services, the company would have experienced an operational loss of $10 billion in 2017. Amazon commissions and other fees, such as those for packing and delivery, are outside the control of Amazon sellers. They only have power over advertising, and there are indications that they are restraining themselves. Amazon's advertising revenue in the holiday quarter grew 18.9 per cent, a still robust expansion but a big slow-down from the same period a year earlier when it increased by 32.2 per cent. Also read | 'We're not robots': UK Amazon workers unhappy with minimal raise go on strike More sellers to hike prices The Bloomberg report showed for Chuck Gregorich, who sells fire pits and patio furniture, turning a profit on Amazon is becoming more challenging. He charges $200 for one of his well-liked fire pits, of which Amazon keeps $112 for commission, storage in a warehouse, delivery, and advertising. He now has $88 left over to pay the producer, ship the item from China, and take care of other expenses. So, Gregorich has had to take on more of the logistics work himself due to the increasing fees. He said that other carriers could carry fire pits for around $28—roughly half of what he costs Amazon to deliver large products. That is likely to push Gregorich to hike the price of his product offering. But the improvements made by Amazon are advantageous to some merchants. Indeed, the report showed one of Amazon's lowest delivery options for small, inexpensive items is used by Desert Cactus, a Chicago-based company that sells flags, license-plate frames, and other stuff on behalf of colleges and professional sports teams. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

For the first time, Amazon is taking over 50% from its sellers: Report

Russia fired dozen of missiles in Ukraine, killing at least one woman. Reports mentioned that several buildings were damaged. In other news,&nbsp;Mike Pompeo, the former United States secretary of state, has made a controversial statement regarding the Israel-Palestine conflict as he said in a podcast that Israel has a ‘biblical’ claim to Palestine. Finally, the Taiwanese military on Thursday stated that found the debris of a possible crashed weather balloon which is most likely to be Chinese.&nbsp;

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&nbsp;Pompeo, who is considering running for the US presidential election, also called Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas a "known terrorist". On the One Decision podcast, which was released on Thursday (February 16), Pompeo mentioned his religious beliefs and also talked about America's strategic interests when it comes to Israel and Palestine.&nbsp;

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In its statement, the Taiwanese army said that its forces on Dongyin island observed an unknown object falling from the sky and then found the remains of a balloon on a shooting range, reported Reuters news agency.&nbsp;

Dongyin island is a part of the Taiwan-controlled Matsu archipelago off the coast of China's Fuzhou.&nbsp;

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In the most high-level visit from Israel since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen visited Kyiv and met with his Ukrainian counterpart Dmytro Kuleba. Cohen is also expected to hold a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who recently finished off his Europe visit with hopes to receive jets to fend off Russia from its territory.&nbsp;

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Adani Enterprises Limited (AEL) on Thursday dismissed reports the Adani Group had appointed accountancy Grant Thornton to run an independent audit of some of its companies accounts in the wake of allegations of financial fraud and malpractice by short-seller Hindenburg Research. AEL called such news reports a 'market rumour'.

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Inside Out Unsweetened Almond Milk, a popular vegan milk has been recalled in Australia's New South Wales, after a case of botulism was reported. The person was hospitalised after consuming the product.

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Malaysian activists on Thursday criticised the government's decision of banning three books for allegedly promoting the "LGBTQ lifestyle," saying that this step would further damage gay and transgender rights. The Malaysian home ministry in its statement released on Tuesday said that "Jacob's Room to Choose," a children's book about gender expression was banned in January. Two other children's books, "The Tale of Steven," and the Malay-language title, "Aku" were also banned, AFP reported.

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An investigation by an independent commission recently has unearthed the dirty face of child abuse at the hands of Catholic clergy in Portugal. The horrifying testimonies of the survivors become the ground of the commission's inquiry. The commission with the help of a large network of victims was able to make a deeper cut into finding out the ongoing paedophilia in the staunchly Catholic country.&nbsp;

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The Government of Pakistan on Wednesday released two Indian prisoners, who have completed their sentence and have reached India via the Attari-Wagah border.&nbsp;The two had entered Pakistan's territory by mistake and were caught by the Pakistani police, ANI reported.&nbsp;Speaking on this occasion, Protocol Officer Arun Mahal, Attari Wagah Border, said that the two prisoners who entered Pakistan by mistake were released today.

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One of the two who returned was&nbsp;Raju, a resident of Madhya Pradesh, who was sentenced by the Government of Pakistan. Raju disclosed the name of the other&nbsp;one as J Gameraram, a resident of Barmer district of Rajasthan, who reached India after completing his 27-month sentence. He said that his age is about 21 years.

Gameraram will reach Amritsar tomorrow and will be handed over further to authorities. He said that he is very happy to return home.&nbsp;

Gameraram said that one of the Indian prisoners who came from Pakistan, had an affair with a girl, but they had a rift over something. He then got angry and crossed the Indian border and was arrested by the Karachi police and sent to jail.

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He added that there are around 700 Indians in Karachi jail in Pakistan.&nbsp;

He appealed to the Central government to get them also released as soon as possible.&nbsp;

Raju told that he had also crossed the wires by mistake, and was then sentenced to six years.

(with inputs from agencies)

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The Government of Pakistan on Wednesday released two Indian prisoners, who have completed their sentence and have reached India via the Attari-Wagah border. The two had entered Pakistan's territory by mistake and were caught by the Pakistani police, ANI reported.

The Government of Pakistan on Wednesday released two Indian prisoners, who have completed their sentence and have reached India via the Attari-Wagah border. The two had entered Pakistan's territory by mistake and were caught by the Pakistani police, ANI reported. Speaking on this occasion, Protocol Officer Arun Mahal, Attari Wagah Border, said that the two prisoners who entered Pakistan by mistake were released today. Also read | Pak court continues delaying tactics on 26/11 terror attacks case, asks Indian witnesses to appear in person One of the two who returned was Raju, a resident of Madhya Pradesh, who was sentenced by the Government of Pakistan. Raju disclosed the name of the other one as J Gameraram, a resident of Barmer district of Rajasthan, who reached India after completing his 27-month sentence. He said that his age is about 21 years. Gameraram will reach Amritsar tomorrow and will be handed over further to authorities. He said that he is very happy to return home. Gameraram said that one of the Indian prisoners who came from Pakistan, had an affair with a girl, but they had a rift over something. He then got angry and crossed the Indian border and was arrested by the Karachi police and sent to jail. Also read | Pakistan plans to quadruple domestic coal-fired power, move away from gas He added that there are around 700 Indians in Karachi jail in Pakistan. He appealed to the Central government to get them also released as soon as possible. Raju told that he had also crossed the wires by mistake, and was then sentenced to six years. (with inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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Inside Out Unsweetened Almond Milk, a popular vegan milk has been recalled in Australia's New South Wales, after a case of botulism was reported. The person was hospitalised after consuming the product.

The Food Safety Officials' recall of Inside Out unsweetened Almond Milk is due to potential biotoxin contamination. Experts have claimed that such toxins can cause life-threatening illnesses.&nbsp;

What is botulism?

Botulism refers to a rare illness that is caused by a toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum.&nbsp;

Some of its symptoms include weakness, blurred vision, fatigue and trouble speaking, which can later get severe such as vomiting, and swelling of the abdomen and might also cause diarrhoea.

Foodborne botulism happens when the food or liquid contains any toxin.

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Inside Out Nutritious Goods, the company that produces this product told BBC that it takes any potential food contamination issue 'extrememly seriously.'

The company added," as soon as we were informed of a potential contamination issue, we commenced a voluntary recall and have been providing every assistance to the relevant authorities."

According to Food Standards Australia New Zealand, the company's one-litre unsweetened milk with an expiry of March 01, was available at a supermarket.&nbsp;

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It added, "consumers should not eat this product. Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice and should return the products to the place of purchase for a full refund."

It posted a tweet, which read, "&nbsp;Inside Out Nutritious Goods Pty Ltd is recalling Inside Out Unsweetened Almond Milk Collagen + Calcuim + Prebiotics (Use by 1 March 2023), due to potential biotoxin contamination (Botulinum toxin)."

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The state's government said that an initial investigation has found the botulinum toxin, which causes botulism in a sample of the product. It added that the contamination was identified after the person had severe symptoms of botulism.

The director of NSW Health's One Health branch, Keira Glasglow, said that while foodborne cases of botulism are very rare, but can progress to severe symptoms.&nbsp;

She said, "these symptoms can progress to paralysis of the arm muscles and continue down the body to the trunk and legs, and paralysis of breathing muscles can be fatal.

(With inputs from agencies)

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Inside Out Unsweetened Almond Milk, a popular vegan milk has been recalled in Australia's New South Wales, after a case of botulism was reported. The person was hospitalised after consuming the product.

Inside Out Unsweetened Almond Milk, a popular vegan milk has been recalled in Australia's New South Wales, after a case of botulism was reported. The person was hospitalised after consuming the product. The Food Safety Officials' recall of Inside Out unsweetened Almond Milk is due to potential biotoxin contamination. Experts have claimed that such toxins can cause life-threatening illnesses. What is botulism? Botulism refers to a rare illness that is caused by a toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. Some of its symptoms include weakness, blurred vision, fatigue and trouble speaking, which can later get severe such as vomiting, and swelling of the abdomen and might also cause diarrhoea. Foodborne botulism happens when the food or liquid contains any toxin. Also read | Explained | The quest for male birth control: from vasectomy to condoms to ‘the pill’ Inside Out Nutritious Goods, the company that produces this product told BBC that it takes any potential food contamination issue 'extrememly seriously.' The company added," as soon as we were informed of a potential contamination issue, we commenced a voluntary recall and have been providing every assistance to the relevant authorities." According to Food Standards Australia New Zealand, the company's one-litre unsweetened milk with an expiry of March 01, was available at a supermarket. Also read | World Vegan Day 2022: What you can and cannot eat as a hardcore vegan It added, "consumers should not eat this product. Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice and should return the products to the place of purchase for a full refund." It posted a tweet, which read, " Inside Out Nutritious Goods Pty Ltd is recalling Inside Out Unsweetened Almond Milk Collagen + Calcuim + Prebiotics (Use by 1 March 2023), due to potential biotoxin contamination (Botulinum toxin)." Inside Out Nutritious Goods Pty Ltd is recalling Inside Out Unsweetened Almond Milk Collagen + Calcuim + Prebiotics (Use by 1 March 2023), due to potential biotoxin contamination (Botulinum toxin). Check out our website for further information: https://t.co/hXm1c0OXQl pic.twitter.com/sQqIVrOQE5 — FoodStandardsAusNZ (@FSANZnews) February 15, 2023 The state's government said that an initial investigation has found the botulinum toxin, which causes botulism in a sample of the product. It added that the contamination was identified after the person had severe symptoms of botulism. The director of NSW Health's One Health branch, Keira Glasglow, said that while foodborne cases of botulism are very rare, but can progress to severe symptoms. She said, "these symptoms can progress to paralysis of the arm muscles and continue down the body to the trunk and legs, and paralysis of breathing muscles can be fatal. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

What is botulism? Popular vegan milk brand in Australia recalled after a reported case

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