<p>Bosch, a prominent German engineering company, reportedly supplied a significant number of CCTV cameras to Iran, an investigation has claimed.</p>

<p>These cameras are allegedly used by Iranian authorities to monitor women who resist the country's strict Islamic laws, as per accounts from activists within Iran.</p>

<p>These Bosch cameras form a crucial component of an extensive surveillance network within Tehran, which the theocratic regime uses to suppress protests and enforce compliance, as per claims reported by the Telegraph.</p>

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<p>Within the country, activists have managed to breach the security of these cameras in Tehran's transportation system, accessing and downloading video footage operated on Bosch software.</p>

<h2><strong>Bosch admits to having sold cameras to Iran</strong></h2>

<p>The company acknowledges that it completed sales of approximately 8,000 cameras to Iran during the period from 2016 to 2018. It was the period when Western businesses were allowed to do commerce with Iran following the signing of a treaty aimed at curbing Iran's nuclear ambitions.</p>

<p>In 2017, a high-ranking staff member from Bosch was recorded as having travelled to Khatam University in Tehran, where a seminar took place regarding subjects such as facial recognition technologies.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>These details were documented by German broadcaster ARD, although Bosch maintains the seminar never took place.</p>

<h2><strong>How are the cameras used by Iran?</strong></h2>

<p>Reports from activists indicate that these cameras are strategically positioned at busy intersections to monitor women who remove their headscarves in public, an action deemed a violation of Iranian religious law.</p>

<p>Amnesty International has documented instances where women driving through these intersections receive text messages from state security, warning them of fines for alleged improper wearing of headscarves.</p>

<p>While Bosch maintains that the cameras sold to Iran could support "intelligent tracking",&nbsp;an AI-driven technology enabling users to configure cameras for vehicle or movement tracking, the company denies having equipped the cameras with facial recognition capabilities.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, it accepts that the Iranian state could potentially deploy software from another company to perform facial image tracking based on the outputs.</p>

<p>Activists claim that local law enforcement employs these cameras to detect the formation of small gatherings, enabling prompt intervention to suppress protests.</p>

<h2><strong>Germany-Iran trade after JCPOA</strong></h2>

<p>Berlin was the first Western capital to boost its business relations with Iran after the signing of the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) aimed at controlling Iran's nuclear aspirations.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sigmar Gabriel, the economy minister at the time, led a delegation of 150 business executives to Iran. However, German companies withdrew their involvement two years later due to the United States' withdrawal from the nuclear treaty and its subsequent threats of sanctions against firms continuing business with Tehran.</p>

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Bosch, a prominent German engineering company, reportedly supplied a significant number of CCTV cameras to Iran, an investigation has claimed. These cameras are allegedly used by Iranian authorities to monitor women who resist the country's strict Islamic laws, as per accounts from activists within Iran. These Bosch cameras form a crucial component of an extensive surveillance network within Tehran, which the theocratic regime uses to suppress protests and enforce compliance, as per claims reported by the Telegraph. Also read: Germany grapples with economic turmoil amid energy crisis & industrial decline Within the country, activists have managed to breach the security of these cameras in Tehran's transportation system, accessing and downloading video footage operated on Bosch software. Bosch admits to having sold cameras to Iran The company acknowledges that it completed sales of approximately 8,000 cameras to Iran during the period from 2016 to 2018. It was the period when Western businesses were allowed to do commerce with Iran following the signing of a treaty aimed at curbing Iran's nuclear ambitions. In 2017, a high-ranking staff member from Bosch was recorded as having travelled to Khatam University in Tehran, where a seminar took place regarding subjects such as facial recognition technologies. Watch: Heavy rainfall ravages North and Western areas of Germany × These details were documented by German broadcaster ARD, although Bosch maintains the seminar never took place. How are the cameras used by Iran? Reports from activists indicate that these cameras are strategically positioned at busy intersections to monitor women who remove their headscarves in public, an action deemed a violation of Iranian religious law. Amnesty International has documented instances where women driving through these intersections receive text messages from state security, warning them of fines for alleged improper wearing of headscarves. While Bosch maintains that the cameras sold to Iran could support "intelligent tracking", an AI-driven technology enabling users to configure cameras for vehicle or movement tracking, the company denies having equipped the cameras with facial recognition capabilities. However, it accepts that the Iranian state could potentially deploy software from another company to perform facial image tracking based on the outputs. Activists claim that local law enforcement employs these cameras to detect the formation of small gatherings, enabling prompt intervention to suppress protests. Germany-Iran trade after JCPOA Berlin was the first Western capital to boost its business relations with Iran after the signing of the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) aimed at controlling Iran's nuclear aspirations. Sigmar Gabriel, the economy minister at the time, led a delegation of 150 business executives to Iran. However, German companies withdrew their involvement two years later due to the United States' withdrawal from the nuclear treaty and its subsequent threats of sanctions against firms continuing business with Tehran. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>Bangladesh was reeling under massive civil chaos overnight from Sunday to Monday (August 6-7) following the burning of the Quran by two men.</p>

<p>Police said Monday “at least 10,000” people took to the streets Sunday night as they tried to attack the two men accused of destroying the holy book.</p>

<p>Police officer Ajbahar Ali Shaikh was quoted by AFP as saying that at least 14 policemen were left injured as they tried to bring the situation under control.</p>

<h2><strong>Who are the accused?</strong></h2>

<p>Police have identified a school principal, named Nurur Rahman, and his aide, Mahbub Alam, as the culprits and detained them from the northeastern city of Sylhet.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sylhet is one of the most conservative parts of the Muslim-majority country.</p>

<p>Police also seized at least 45 copies of damaged Qurans from them.</p>

<p>The accused men claim that the destroyed Qurans were very old and had some printing mistakes.</p>

<p>According to Muslim scholars, disposing of the holy book is only permissible if done respectfully.</p>

<h2><strong>The accused were also beaten by crowd</strong></h2>

<p>Sylhet Metropolitan Police (SMP) Commissioner Md Elias Sharif was quoted as saying by the Dhaka Tribune that teachers, students and other residents of the area were particularly furious at the principal and the other man.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>“At one point, people attacked them. The chairman and the other man were heavily beaten. They were later rescued by the police,” he added.</p>

<p>The angry crowd also tried to block the Sylhet-Sunamganj highway but was dispersed by the police.</p>

<h2><strong>Locals vs police</strong></h2>

<p>After the police rescued the accused and detained them, the angry mob also tried to attack the police officers.</p>

<p>Police responded by firing sound grenades and blank rounds.</p>

<p>Police said the situation was brought under control by 2:00 am Monday. &nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Recent tensions over Quran burning</strong></h2>

<p>In recent weeks, heightened tensions arose between Muslim nations and Sweden as well as Denmark due to a series of protests featuring acts of disrespect towards the holy Quran, including the burning of its pages.</p>

<p>Although both Sweden and Denmark denounced these acts of disrespect, they stood firm in their commitment to upholding freedom of speech and the right to assemble.</p>

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<p>Bangladesh, home to a population of 170 million, consists of around 90 per cent Muslims, with the remaining portion primarily comprised of Hindus and Christians.</p>

<p>Religion-related violence is a recurrent issue in this South Asian country, where minority groups often face attacks stemming from rumours of blasphemy and offensive posts concerning Islam circulating on social media.</p>

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Bangladesh was reeling under massive civil chaos overnight from Sunday to Monday (August 6-7) following the burning of the Quran by two men. Police said Monday “at least 10,000” people took to the streets Sunday night as they tried to attack the two men accused of destroying the holy book.

Bangladesh was reeling under massive civil chaos overnight from Sunday to Monday (August 6-7) following the burning of the Quran by two men. Police said Monday “at least 10,000” people took to the streets Sunday night as they tried to attack the two men accused of destroying the holy book. Police officer Ajbahar Ali Shaikh was quoted by AFP as saying that at least 14 policemen were left injured as they tried to bring the situation under control. Who are the accused? Police have identified a school principal, named Nurur Rahman, and his aide, Mahbub Alam, as the culprits and detained them from the northeastern city of Sylhet. Sylhet is one of the most conservative parts of the Muslim-majority country. Police also seized at least 45 copies of damaged Qurans from them. The accused men claim that the destroyed Qurans were very old and had some printing mistakes. According to Muslim scholars, disposing of the holy book is only permissible if done respectfully. The accused were also beaten by crowd Sylhet Metropolitan Police (SMP) Commissioner Md Elias Sharif was quoted as saying by the Dhaka Tribune that teachers, students and other residents of the area were particularly furious at the principal and the other man. Watch: Bangladesh: Thousands take to streets after dozens of Quran copies are burnt × “At one point, people attacked them. The chairman and the other man were heavily beaten. They were later rescued by the police,” he added. The angry crowd also tried to block the Sylhet-Sunamganj highway but was dispersed by the police. Locals vs police After the police rescued the accused and detained them, the angry mob also tried to attack the police officers. Police responded by firing sound grenades and blank rounds. Police said the situation was brought under control by 2:00 am Monday. Recent tensions over Quran burning In recent weeks, heightened tensions arose between Muslim nations and Sweden as well as Denmark due to a series of protests featuring acts of disrespect towards the holy Quran, including the burning of its pages. Although both Sweden and Denmark denounced these acts of disrespect, they stood firm in their commitment to upholding freedom of speech and the right to assemble. Also read: Bangladesh: Dhaka witnesses record death toll after dengue outbreak Bangladesh, home to a population of 170 million, consists of around 90 per cent Muslims, with the remaining portion primarily comprised of Hindus and Christians. Religion-related violence is a recurrent issue in this South Asian country, where minority groups often face attacks stemming from rumours of blasphemy and offensive posts concerning Islam circulating on social media. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Bangladesh: Massive protests held after two men burn several copies of Quran

<p>As children prepare to return to classrooms in Russia, the Kremlin has swiftly moved to unveil a new history textbook praising Russia’s military offensive in Ukraine.</p>

<p>The book features Russia’s bridge connecting the mainland to Crimea on its main page, symbolising Russian President Vladimir Putin’s leadership.</p>

<p>The objective of the move is to convey the purpose of the Ukraine offensive to its young minds. The book covers the period from 1945 to the 21st century and links Russia’s actions in Ukraine to its past glory and historical destiny.</p>

<p>A school year in Russia generally extends from September 1 to the end of May.</p>

<h2><strong>Book written in record five months</strong></h2>

<p>Speaking at a press conference, Russian Education Minister Sergei Kravtsov told that the book material was written within record “five months”.</p>

<p>He added that the book conveys the aims of “the tasks of demilitarisation and de-nazification, so that schoolchildren are convinced that this is really the case.”</p>

<p>Kravtsov said that major changes will be made in this book once Moscow emerges victorious in the ongoing conflict.</p>

<p>“After the end of the special military operation (in Ukraine), after our victory, we will further supplement this book,” he was quoted as saying by AFP.</p>

<p>Presidential aide Vladimir Medinsky, renowned for his conservative perspective on history, and having faced criticism from certain historians, commended the swift creation of the textbook.</p>

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<p>"This is the first time our nation has seen the development of a textbook in such a short span," he remarked.</p>

<p>"The authors diligently penned it, almost by their own hands."</p>

<p>He affirmed that the textbook presents "the viewpoint of the state."</p>

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<p>Among its contents are segments about Russian soldiers involved in "preserving peace" in 2014, coinciding with the annexation of Crimea from Ukraine.</p>

<p>The text also condemns Western sanctions, likening them to the severity of Napoleon's actions during the 1812 invasion of Russia.</p>

<h2><strong>Shrinking space for dissent in Russia&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>As the conflict in Ukraine drags on, Russia has enacted an unparalleled crackdown on dissent, extending its reach to educational institutions.</p>

<p>In April, a young Russian student was separated from her father after she depicted support for Ukraine through a drawing at school.</p>

<p>Following the commencement of the Ukraine operation, a fresh subject – titled "Conversations on Matters of Importance" – was introduced in Russian schools, aimed at promoting patriotism among children.</p>

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As children prepare to return to classrooms in Russia, the Kremlin has swiftly moved to unveil a new history textbook praising Russia’s military offensive in Ukraine.

As children prepare to return to classrooms in Russia, the Kremlin has swiftly moved to unveil a new history textbook praising Russia’s military offensive in Ukraine. The book features Russia’s bridge connecting the mainland to Crimea on its main page, symbolising Russian President Vladimir Putin’s leadership. The objective of the move is to convey the purpose of the Ukraine offensive to its young minds. The book covers the period from 1945 to the 21st century and links Russia’s actions in Ukraine to its past glory and historical destiny. A school year in Russia generally extends from September 1 to the end of May. Book written in record five months Speaking at a press conference, Russian Education Minister Sergei Kravtsov told that the book material was written within record “five months”. He added that the book conveys the aims of “the tasks of demilitarisation and de-nazification, so that schoolchildren are convinced that this is really the case.” Kravtsov said that major changes will be made in this book once Moscow emerges victorious in the ongoing conflict. “After the end of the special military operation (in Ukraine), after our victory, we will further supplement this book,” he was quoted as saying by AFP. Presidential aide Vladimir Medinsky, renowned for his conservative perspective on history, and having faced criticism from certain historians, commended the swift creation of the textbook. Also read: Five killed, 31 injured after two Russian missiles strike Ukrainian city "This is the first time our nation has seen the development of a textbook in such a short span," he remarked. "The authors diligently penned it, almost by their own hands." He affirmed that the textbook presents "the viewpoint of the state." Watch: Ukraine making small gains with Western equipment :Reports × Among its contents are segments about Russian soldiers involved in "preserving peace" in 2014, coinciding with the annexation of Crimea from Ukraine. The text also condemns Western sanctions, likening them to the severity of Napoleon's actions during the 1812 invasion of Russia. Shrinking space for dissent in Russia As the conflict in Ukraine drags on, Russia has enacted an unparalleled crackdown on dissent, extending its reach to educational institutions. In April, a young Russian student was separated from her father after she depicted support for Ukraine through a drawing at school. Following the commencement of the Ukraine operation, a fresh subject – titled "Conversations on Matters of Importance" – was introduced in Russian schools, aimed at promoting patriotism among children. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Russia rolls out new history book to 'convince' pupils on Ukraine ahead of next school year

<p>French authorities said Monday they arrested a German man following the discovery of his wife who had been held captive for 12 years in their residence in Forbach, situated in eastern France near the German border.</p>

<p>According to a police source cited by AFP, the woman, also German, was found naked and with a shaven head in a bedroom secured with metal wire. She had endured probable torture and her body had multiple injuries, including fractures in both legs and fingers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The lady was hospitalised and is now receiving medical care.</p>

<h2><strong>How did the police discover the lady?</strong></h2>

<p>The incident has drawn the attention of authorities in both France and Germany. The woman's plight came to light after she managed to contact German police over the weekend, who subsequently alerted their French counterparts.&nbsp;</p>

<p>She revealed that she had been held captive and subjected to abuse by her husband since 2011.</p>

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<p>The 55-year-old man is now facing serious charges, including kidnapping, aggravated rape, and acts of torture and barbarism, as reported by French broadcaster BFMTV. He is currently detained in the eastern French city of Metz.</p>

<h2><strong>Diary-like notebook recovered from apartment</strong></h2>

<p>An ongoing investigation has revealed the discovery of a diary-like notebook in the apartment, which is believed to have been used by the man to document his actions and the feeding times for his wife.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Despite initial reports, authorities clarified that there were no indications of blood or violence at the scene.</p>

<p>Local prosecutor Olivier Glady also mentioned the presence of around nine cats in the apartment. He clarified that metal bars found in the apartment were intended to keep the cats contained, contrary to earlier speculations.</p>

<p>Neighbours interviewed by Germany's Bild newspaper described the man as polite and indicated that he had informed them his wife had cancer and was in pain due to her illness. Some neighbours reported hearing screams but thought his wife was suffering from grave illness.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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French authorities said Monday they arrested a German man following the discovery of his wife who had been held captive for 12 years in their residence in Forbach, situated in eastern France near the German border.

French authorities said Monday they arrested a German man following the discovery of his wife who had been held captive for 12 years in their residence in Forbach, situated in eastern France near the German border. According to a police source cited by AFP, the woman, also German, was found naked and with a shaven head in a bedroom secured with metal wire. She had endured probable torture and her body had multiple injuries, including fractures in both legs and fingers. The lady was hospitalised and is now receiving medical care. How did the police discover the lady? The incident has drawn the attention of authorities in both France and Germany. The woman's plight came to light after she managed to contact German police over the weekend, who subsequently alerted their French counterparts. She revealed that she had been held captive and subjected to abuse by her husband since 2011. Watch: Heavy rainfall ravages North and Western areas of Germany × The 55-year-old man is now facing serious charges, including kidnapping, aggravated rape, and acts of torture and barbarism, as reported by French broadcaster BFMTV. He is currently detained in the eastern French city of Metz. Diary-like notebook recovered from apartment An ongoing investigation has revealed the discovery of a diary-like notebook in the apartment, which is believed to have been used by the man to document his actions and the feeding times for his wife. Also read: At least 13,000 residents evacuated from German city after discovery of World War II-era bomb Despite initial reports, authorities clarified that there were no indications of blood or violence at the scene. Local prosecutor Olivier Glady also mentioned the presence of around nine cats in the apartment. He clarified that metal bars found in the apartment were intended to keep the cats contained, contrary to earlier speculations. Neighbours interviewed by Germany's Bild newspaper described the man as polite and indicated that he had informed them his wife had cancer and was in pain due to her illness. Some neighbours reported hearing screams but thought his wife was suffering from grave illness. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

France arrests German man accused of holding his wife captive for 12 years

<p><strong>From Russia-Ukraine crisis: </strong>Ukrainian officials said Monday that two Russian strikes on the eastern city of Pokrovsk ended up killing at least eight people and injuring 31 others. Those injured include 19 police officers, five rescuers and one child, said Igor Klymenko, Ukraine's minister of internal affairs, in a Telegram message.</p>

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<p><strong>From China:&nbsp;</strong>China is tightening regulations around the use of face recognition technology.&nbsp;The Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) stressed that the application of facial recognition technology should be limited to specific and essential purposes, and its implementation must adhere to strict protective measures, as reported by Reuters.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/no-confidence-debate-live-indias-lower-house-to-commence-discussion-as-opposition-seeks-to-corner-pm-modi-on-manipur-issue-623303"><strong>No-confidence debate LIVE: India's lower house to commence discussion as opposition seeks to corner PM Modi on Manipur issue</strong></a></p>

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<p><strong>North Korean hackers attacked systems of Russian missile maker: Report</strong></p>

<p>North Korean hackers stealthily put digital backdoors into the systems of a significant Russian missile manufacturer in late 2021. According to reports, the intrusion went undetected until May 2022, when NPO Mashinostroyeniya's IT engineers discovered it. A few weeks have passed since the Russian defense minister visited North Korea and spoke with Kim Jong-un.</p>

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From Russia-Ukraine crisis: Ukrainian officials said Monday that two Russian strikes on the eastern city of Pokrovsk ended up killing at least eight people and injuring 31 others.

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<p>The Australian Space Agency has revealed that the mysterious light streak witnessed across Victoria's night sky shortly after Monday midnight likely originated from the remnants of a Russian rocket.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Numerous observers throughout the state, spanning from Melbourne CBD to Mount Buller, observed this incredible celestial phenomenon, with many people claiming that they detected both a 'boom' sound and vibrations beneath them.</p>

<p>In a statement issued Tuesday afternoon (August 8), the Australian Space Agency disclosed that the event was "probably the aftermath of a Russian Soyuz-2 rocket re-entering Earth's atmosphere."&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">What an amazing sight over Richmond 💫 I don't know if <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Meteor?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Meteor</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Comet?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Comet</a> or <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SpaceJunk?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SpaceJunk</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Melbourne?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Melbourne</a> <a href="https://t.co/8SHbweU2qK">pic.twitter.com/8SHbweU2qK</a></p>
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<p>The luminous streak was visible for a duration of 30 to 40 seconds.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Launch of the Soyuz-2 rocket occurred from Plesetsk Cosmodrome earlier in the evening. According to Russian authorities the launch placed a new generation 'GLONASS-K2' global navigation satellite into orbit," the space agency said via a statement.</p>

<p>Contrary to initial speculation suggesting a meteoric origin, Swinburne University astronomer Alan Duffy conveyed to Australian local media that there were obvious signs that showed this happened because of space debris.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Duffy expounded, "The extended, large flash of light...burning up for 30-40 seconds and breaking up... indicates space junk. It's not a small naturally occurring space rock like a meteor; it's something substantial, probably weighing a couple of tonnes. In some videos, you can discern colors in the burning fragments."</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Australia &amp; India have many space sector start-ups: Enrico Palermo, head of Australian Space Agency</strong></p>

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<p>Although the luminous display appeared quite close to the Earth, Duffy clarified that it was situated "tens of kilometres above" the surface. He acknowledged some people may have heard a boom sound and experienced shaking ground as certain fragments must have been dense enough to reach the surface of the Earth.</p>

<p>Furthermore, Geoscience Australia detected seismic signals in the vicinity of northwest Melbourne, which are typically associated with earthquakes, potentially explaining the reports of ground tremors.</p>

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The Australian Space Agency has revealed that the mysterious light streak witnessed across Victoria's night sky shortly after Monday midnight likely originated from the remnants of a Russian rocket.

The Australian Space Agency has revealed that the mysterious light streak witnessed across Victoria's night sky shortly after Monday midnight likely originated from the remnants of a Russian rocket. Numerous observers throughout the state, spanning from Melbourne CBD to Mount Buller, observed this incredible celestial phenomenon, with many people claiming that they detected both a 'boom' sound and vibrations beneath them. In a statement issued Tuesday afternoon (August 8), the Australian Space Agency disclosed that the event was "probably the aftermath of a Russian Soyuz-2 rocket re-entering Earth's atmosphere." Watch the video here: What an amazing sight over Richmond 💫 I don't know if #Meteor #Comet or #SpaceJunk #Melbourne pic.twitter.com/8SHbweU2qK — Stewart Mason (@karmicstewii) August 7, 2023 × The luminous streak was visible for a duration of 30 to 40 seconds. "Launch of the Soyuz-2 rocket occurred from Plesetsk Cosmodrome earlier in the evening. According to Russian authorities the launch placed a new generation 'GLONASS-K2' global navigation satellite into orbit," the space agency said via a statement. Contrary to initial speculation suggesting a meteoric origin, Swinburne University astronomer Alan Duffy conveyed to Australian local media that there were obvious signs that showed this happened because of space debris. Also read: Mysterious object on Australia beach sent to secret location; India says no link to its space launch Duffy expounded, "The extended, large flash of light...burning up for 30-40 seconds and breaking up... indicates space junk. It's not a small naturally occurring space rock like a meteor; it's something substantial, probably weighing a couple of tonnes. In some videos, you can discern colors in the burning fragments." Watch: Australia & India have many space sector start-ups: Enrico Palermo, head of Australian Space Agency × Although the luminous display appeared quite close to the Earth, Duffy clarified that it was situated "tens of kilometres above" the surface. He acknowledged some people may have heard a boom sound and experienced shaking ground as certain fragments must have been dense enough to reach the surface of the Earth. Furthermore, Geoscience Australia detected seismic signals in the vicinity of northwest Melbourne, which are typically associated with earthquakes, potentially explaining the reports of ground tremors. WATCH WION LIVE HERE × e

Watch: Mysterious light seen above Australia's Victoria linked to Russian rocket

<p>The 25th <strong>World Scout Jamboree </strong>event is being held in South Korea’s Buan County from August 1 to 12, but&nbsp;for the first time ever, extreme weather conditions have ruined the joy for its more than 40,000 participants.</p>

<p>Of them, more than 37,000 are scouts, mostly teenagers, who arrived earlier in South Korea from 156 countries around the globe.</p>

<p>In the initial days, extreme heatwaves piled misery on the event’s organisers as well as the participants. The soaring temperatures even prompted the parents of the participants to raise multiple complaints with the organisers.</p>

<p>It also led to the early withdrawal of American and some European contingents, including the British, from the event.</p>

<p>And now, South Korea’s weather agency has reported that the campsite could fall in the way of the raging typhoon ‘Khanun.’ The typhoon is expected to hit South Korea Thursday morning (August 10). Some areas in the south, including Buan, could be affected as early as Wednesday evening.</p>

<p>The storm is approaching South Korea after wreaking havoc on Japan’s Okinawa, killing at least one and injuring 70 others, along with knocking out power of hundreds of homes and disrupting flights and railways.</p>

<h2><strong>Evacuation ordered from the campsite</strong></h2>

<p>South Korean authorities were rushing more than 1,000 buses to the campsite in Buan to evacuate the scouts to safer locations across the country, including the capital Seoul.</p>

<p>South Korea’s Interior Minister Lee Sang-min on Tuesday (August 8) said that more than 128 sites have been earmarked for accommodating the visiting scouts.</p>

<p>“The local governments are checking the cleanliness of the accommodations and toilets and are preparing medical measures so that participants can have a safe and comfortable stay as soon as they arrive,” Lee said.</p>

<p>Evacuation started at 9 am local time, with a bus carrying Taiwan contingents from the campsite. Police said one helicopter and more than 250 police cars will escort the participants to safety.</p>

<p>Earlier, hundreds of American scouts were rushed to Camp Humphreys, a major US military base 70km (45 miles) south of Seoul, after a prolonged week of extreme heatwaves.</p>

<p>It was also reported in European media that 1,500 scouts from Sweden, Norway and Denmark were also to be moved to the US base.</p>

<p>"This is the first time in more than 100 years of World Scout Jamborees that we have had to face such compounded challenges," Ahmad Alhendawi, Secretary-General of the World Organization of the Scout Movement, said in a statement.</p>

<h2><strong>South Korean authorities apologise for the disruption</strong></h2>

<p>The governor of North Jeolla province, where the event is taking place, has expressed apologies to the participants for causing concerns. He mentioned that efforts have been made to enhance sanitary conditions, including improvements to toilet facilities. Additionally, numerous water trucks and air conditioners have been deployed to ensure participants remain comfortable.</p>

<p>Kim Gi-hyeon, the leader of South Korea's ruling People Power Party, also issued a public apology on Monday. He acknowledged the event's less-than-smooth execution and proposed an investigation to assess the appropriate use of taxpayers' funds in the event's preparations.</p>

<p>A meeting of organisers is scheduled for Saturday to deliberate on whether to proceed, cancel, or reduce the scale of the event, as reported by South Korea's Yonhap news agency.</p>

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<p>However, Minister Lee Sang-min said the government was looking for alternative locations to hold the events.</p>

<p>Gender equality minister Kim Hyun-sook, whose department is running the event, also assured that the event was still continuing. “I can say that it is the location that is only changing because of the natural disaster, but it is still continuing," Kim said.</p>

<p>She also added that officials are trying to arrange new cultural events and activities for the scouts before they leave, including a possible K-pop concert at a Seoul soccer stadium on Friday to go with the closing ceremony.</p>

<h2><strong>Extreme weather continues to batter South Korea</strong></h2>

<p>Asia continues to grapple with severe weather conditions, as South Korea and Japan witness casualties due to the scorching heat. Both nations have issued alerts in response.</p>

<p>On August 1, the South Korean government escalated its heat alert to the highest level, a step not taken since 2019. This week, certain regions in South Korea experienced temperatures exceeding 100 degrees Fahrenheit (38 Celsius), intensified by elevated humidity levels.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Japan, South Korea to link radars via US systems</strong></p>

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<p>The toll from heat-related incidents in South Korea has reached at least 23 since late May, as estimated by the country's fire authorities. Among these cases, two fatalities occurred on August 1, involving elderly individuals engaged in outdoor agricultural activities.</p>

<p>This summer's death count surpasses that of the corresponding period in the previous year, marking more than a threefold increase, as reported by South Korea's Yonhap News Agency.</p>

<p>President Yoon Suk Yeol of South Korea has called for a comprehensive strategy to prevent heat-related ailments, especially among the elderly and outdoor workers.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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The 25th World Scout Jamboree event is being held in South Korea’s Buan County from August 1 to 12, but for the first time ever, extreme weather conditions have ruined the joy for its more than 40,000 participants.

The 25th World Scout Jamboree event is being held in South Korea’s Buan County from August 1 to 12, but for the first time ever, extreme weather conditions have ruined the joy for its more than 40,000 participants. Of them, more than 37,000 are scouts, mostly teenagers, who arrived earlier in South Korea from 156 countries around the globe. In the initial days, extreme heatwaves piled misery on the event’s organisers as well as the participants. The soaring temperatures even prompted the parents of the participants to raise multiple complaints with the organisers. It also led to the early withdrawal of American and some European contingents, including the British, from the event. And now, South Korea’s weather agency has reported that the campsite could fall in the way of the raging typhoon ‘Khanun.’ The typhoon is expected to hit South Korea Thursday morning (August 10). Some areas in the south, including Buan, could be affected as early as Wednesday evening. The storm is approaching South Korea after wreaking havoc on Japan’s Okinawa, killing at least one and injuring 70 others, along with knocking out power of hundreds of homes and disrupting flights and railways. Evacuation ordered from the campsite South Korean authorities were rushing more than 1,000 buses to the campsite in Buan to evacuate the scouts to safer locations across the country, including the capital Seoul. South Korea’s Interior Minister Lee Sang-min on Tuesday (August 8) said that more than 128 sites have been earmarked for accommodating the visiting scouts. “The local governments are checking the cleanliness of the accommodations and toilets and are preparing medical measures so that participants can have a safe and comfortable stay as soon as they arrive,” Lee said. Evacuation started at 9 am local time, with a bus carrying Taiwan contingents from the campsite. Police said one helicopter and more than 250 police cars will escort the participants to safety. Earlier, hundreds of American scouts were rushed to Camp Humphreys, a major US military base 70km (45 miles) south of Seoul, after a prolonged week of extreme heatwaves. It was also reported in European media that 1,500 scouts from Sweden, Norway and Denmark were also to be moved to the US base. "This is the first time in more than 100 years of World Scout Jamborees that we have had to face such compounded challenges," Ahmad Alhendawi, Secretary-General of the World Organization of the Scout Movement, said in a statement. South Korean authorities apologise for the disruption The governor of North Jeolla province, where the event is taking place, has expressed apologies to the participants for causing concerns. He mentioned that efforts have been made to enhance sanitary conditions, including improvements to toilet facilities. Additionally, numerous water trucks and air conditioners have been deployed to ensure participants remain comfortable. Kim Gi-hyeon, the leader of South Korea's ruling People Power Party, also issued a public apology on Monday. He acknowledged the event's less-than-smooth execution and proposed an investigation to assess the appropriate use of taxpayers' funds in the event's preparations. A meeting of organisers is scheduled for Saturday to deliberate on whether to proceed, cancel, or reduce the scale of the event, as reported by South Korea's Yonhap news agency. Also read: Explained | Lok Sabha passes Digital Personal Data Protection Bill. All you need to know However, Minister Lee Sang-min said the government was looking for alternative locations to hold the events. Gender equality minister Kim Hyun-sook, whose department is running the event, also assured that the event was still continuing. “I can say that it is the location that is only changing because of the natural disaster, but it is still continuing," Kim said. She also added that officials are trying to arrange new cultural events and activities for the scouts before they leave, including a possible K-pop concert at a Seoul soccer stadium on Friday to go with the closing ceremony. Extreme weather continues to batter South Korea Asia continues to grapple with severe weather conditions, as South Korea and Japan witness casualties due to the scorching heat. Both nations have issued alerts in response. On August 1, the South Korean government escalated its heat alert to the highest level, a step not taken since 2019. This week, certain regions in South Korea experienced temperatures exceeding 100 degrees Fahrenheit (38 Celsius), intensified by elevated humidity levels. Watch: Japan, South Korea to link radars via US systems × The toll from heat-related incidents in South Korea has reached at least 23 since late May, as estimated by the country's fire authorities. Among these cases, two fatalities occurred on August 1, involving elderly individuals engaged in outdoor agricultural activities. This summer's death count surpasses that of the corresponding period in the previous year, marking more than a threefold increase, as reported by South Korea's Yonhap News Agency. President Yoon Suk Yeol of South Korea has called for a comprehensive strategy to prevent heat-related ailments, especially among the elderly and outdoor workers. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>A Sikh man and his colleague, who defended their 7-Eleven store in California from a robber and whacked him using a stick, are now reportedly being investigated by police for assault, KCRA TV reported.</p>

<p>The video of the men, employees at the convenience store, thrashing the robber earlier went viral on social media.</p>

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<h2><strong>What happened at the grocery store?</strong></h2>

<p>In the viral video, the robber is seen filling a waste bin with cigarettes, cigars, and vapes from the convenience store, while a bystander captures the scene. The bystander advises the store employees to let the robber go, asserting that they can do nothing.</p>

<p>The store workers plead with the robber to halt his actions. Suddenly, a store employee takes swift action, tackling the robber to the ground as he attempts to flee with the stolen items. At this point, the Sikh man intervenes, striking the robber with what appears to be a broom or stick.</p>

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<p>The Sikh man continues to subdue the struggling and screaming robber, who finally pleads for mercy, saying, "Okay, okay!" The bystander encourages the Sikh man, exclaiming, "That's how you handle it! Keep going!" The bystander then questions the thief about surrendering, and the robber responds, "Yeah, I'm done!"</p>

<h2><strong>Social media users vent anger</strong></h2>

<p>A major controversy has now erupted on social media after the Sikh man and his colleague were put under investigation. Social media users are expressing their anger at what they call the ‘criminalisation’ of self-defence or the defence of property.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;US aims to reclaim clout in West Asia</strong></p>

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<p>“It is appalling that self-defense and defense of property is being criminalized in AMERICA,” one user posted on X.</p>

<p>“Let's make sure the criminals are okay. Besides the obvious physical injuries, I hope that guy's feelings weren't hurt,” another user wrote on X in a satirical post.</p>

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A Sikh man and his colleague, who defended their 7-Eleven store in California from a robber and whacked him using a stick, are now reportedly being investigated by police for assault, KCRA TV reported.

A Sikh man and his colleague, who defended their 7-Eleven store in California from a robber and whacked him using a stick, are now reportedly being investigated by police for assault, KCRA TV reported. The video of the men, employees at the convenience store, thrashing the robber earlier went viral on social media. Sikh grocery store owner was told that "there ain't nothing you can do" repeatedly and that "ayy, just let him go" as they were being robbed. The Sikhs disagreed. pic.twitter.com/ZIb5CVLMNl — Ian Miles Cheong (@stillgray) August 2, 2023 × What happened at the grocery store? In the viral video, the robber is seen filling a waste bin with cigarettes, cigars, and vapes from the convenience store, while a bystander captures the scene. The bystander advises the store employees to let the robber go, asserting that they can do nothing. The store workers plead with the robber to halt his actions. Suddenly, a store employee takes swift action, tackling the robber to the ground as he attempts to flee with the stolen items. At this point, the Sikh man intervenes, striking the robber with what appears to be a broom or stick. Also read: Officials discover illegal lab in California with bioengineered mice, infectious agents The Sikh man continues to subdue the struggling and screaming robber, who finally pleads for mercy, saying, "Okay, okay!" The bystander encourages the Sikh man, exclaiming, "That's how you handle it! Keep going!" The bystander then questions the thief about surrendering, and the robber responds, "Yeah, I'm done!" Social media users vent anger A major controversy has now erupted on social media after the Sikh man and his colleague were put under investigation. Social media users are expressing their anger at what they call the ‘criminalisation’ of self-defence or the defence of property. Watch: US aims to reclaim clout in West Asia × “It is appalling that self-defense and defense of property is being criminalized in AMERICA,” one user posted on X. “Let's make sure the criminals are okay. Besides the obvious physical injuries, I hope that guy's feelings weren't hurt,” another user wrote on X in a satirical post. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Viral Sikh man, who defended California store from robber, now under investigation for assault

<p>The Japanese government will start releasing ‘treated’ radioactive water from its tsunami-hit nuclear power plant as soon as late August, Japanese media reported Monday.</p>

<p>The Japanese daily reported that the process to release about 1.3m tones of treated water will start after Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida concludes his meetings with US President Joe Biden and South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol next week in the US.</p>

<p>The Japanese leader is expected to brief both leaders to address questions regarding the safety of the water.</p>

<p>The process of releasing the water is expected to take three to four decades to complete.</p>

<h2><strong>Japan says the water is safe</strong></h2>

<p>Earlier in July, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) gave its go-ahead to Japanese plans to release water into the ocean, off Fukushima.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Despite concerns raised by local fishermen and some East Asian nations, including China and Taiwan, the UN nuclear watchdog said the treated water doesn’t pose any threat to marine life.</p>

<p>Following that, Japan’s nuclear regulator last month granted approval for the release of water.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/radioactive-fukushima-fish-found-ahead-of-japans-release-of-treated-water-from-nuclear-plant-618788"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Radioactive Fukushima fish found ahead of Japan`s release of treated water from nuclear plant</strong></a></p>

<p>Reuters reported that the water stored in huge tanks on the site has been filtered through Tepco’s advanced liquid processing system (Alps) to remove most radioactive elements except for tritium, an isotope of hydrogen that is difficult to separate from water.</p>

<h2><strong>Concerns raised by nearby nations</strong></h2>

<p>Nearby nations, especially China, have raised objections to the Japanese plans, saying the move will contaminate the seafood.</p>

<p>In fact, Chinese and Japanese officials reportedly traded barbs last week during an international nuclear nonproliferation meeting held in Vienna.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>WATCH:&nbsp;Japan set to release contaminated Fukushima water into Pacific, angering China</strong></p>

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<p>China raised objections to the IAEA’s report and questioned whether the data analysed by it was accurate.</p>

<p>China earlier had said that if Japan goes ahead with its plans to release the water, it will impose import restrictions on Japanese seafood by strengthening inspection measures.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, in South Korea, members of the civic group and some lawmakers, mainly from the opposition, held protests against Japan. However, the South Korean government backed the IAEA report&nbsp;and supported Tokyo’s plans.</p>

<h2><strong>Brief history</strong></h2>

<p>In 2011, a deadly earthquake jolted Japan and triggered a devastating tsunami. The massive waves damaged the Fukushima nuclear power plant and caused a nuclear meltdown.</p>

<p>To prevent further damage, seawater and boric acid were pumped into the plant, accumulating contaminated seawater.</p>

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The Japanese government will start releasing ‘treated’ radioactive water from its tsunami-hit nuclear power plant as soon as late August, Japanese media reported Monday.

The Japanese government will start releasing ‘treated’ radioactive water from its tsunami-hit nuclear power plant as soon as late August, Japanese media reported Monday. The Japanese daily reported that the process to release about 1.3m tones of treated water will start after Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida concludes his meetings with US President Joe Biden and South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol next week in the US. The Japanese leader is expected to brief both leaders to address questions regarding the safety of the water. The process of releasing the water is expected to take three to four decades to complete. Japan says the water is safe Earlier in July, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) gave its go-ahead to Japanese plans to release water into the ocean, off Fukushima. Despite concerns raised by local fishermen and some East Asian nations, including China and Taiwan, the UN nuclear watchdog said the treated water doesn’t pose any threat to marine life. Following that, Japan’s nuclear regulator last month granted approval for the release of water. Also read: Radioactive Fukushima fish found ahead of Japan`s release of treated water from nuclear plant Reuters reported that the water stored in huge tanks on the site has been filtered through Tepco’s advanced liquid processing system (Alps) to remove most radioactive elements except for tritium, an isotope of hydrogen that is difficult to separate from water. Concerns raised by nearby nations Nearby nations, especially China, have raised objections to the Japanese plans, saying the move will contaminate the seafood. In fact, Chinese and Japanese officials reportedly traded barbs last week during an international nuclear nonproliferation meeting held in Vienna. WATCH: Japan set to release contaminated Fukushima water into Pacific, angering China × China raised objections to the IAEA’s report and questioned whether the data analysed by it was accurate. China earlier had said that if Japan goes ahead with its plans to release the water, it will impose import restrictions on Japanese seafood by strengthening inspection measures. Meanwhile, in South Korea, members of the civic group and some lawmakers, mainly from the opposition, held protests against Japan. However, the South Korean government backed the IAEA report and supported Tokyo’s plans. Brief history In 2011, a deadly earthquake jolted Japan and triggered a devastating tsunami. The massive waves damaged the Fukushima nuclear power plant and caused a nuclear meltdown. To prevent further damage, seawater and boric acid were pumped into the plant, accumulating contaminated seawater. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>A senior leader from India’s ruling Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) experienced a miraculous turn of events as his ‘dead body’ came back to life within 30 minutes.</p>

<p>Mahesh Baghel, who is a former BJP president of the Agra district in Uttar Pradesh state, was shifted to hospital by his family after his health deteriorated severely.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The doctors at the Pushpanjali Hospital declared him ‘brought dead’ however.</p>

<p>The family of the BJP leader then took the supposed corpse home.</p>

<p>Then came the miracle.</p>

<h2><strong>The miracle</strong></h2>

<p>The mourning relatives noticed movement in the ‘dead body’ within 30 minutes of the doctors pronouncing him dead.</p>

<p>The relatives also saw his eyes opening and closing.</p>

<p>The body was again rushed to the hospital, where the politician is reportedly receiving medical care and is doing well.</p>

<p>The ‘dead body’ was alive again, spreading a wave of joy amongst those who were mourning the death moments ago.</p>

<p><strong>WATCH:&nbsp;India restricts imports of laptops | Biden spotted chilling at a beach |</strong></p>

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<p>Baghel's brother Lakhan Singh Baghel was quoted as saying by the local media that the BJP leader is recovering fast and is fine now. He has been diagnosed with a chest infection.</p>

<p>On social media, those who were writing posts to pay tribute to the ‘deceased’ politician, were now sending wishes for his speedy recovery.</p>

<h2><strong>Social media reacts</strong></h2>

<p>The miraculous development triggered a wave of satirical and funny posts on X (earlier known as Twitter).</p>

<p>One user wrote, “Amazing transformation in health sector by (Chief Minister) Yogi ji. Even dead are becoming alive.”</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/watch-us-police-rescue-huddled-spider-monkeys-from-smugglers-backpack-622996"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Watch | US police rescue huddled spider monkeys from smuggler`s backpack</strong></a></p>

<p>Another user pointed out the complete failure of the healthcare system in doctors declaring an alive person dead. “It is a complete failure of the healthcare system in UP, if VIPs are being treated in such a manner, we can only imagine the healthcare services available at the disposal of common men. It’s pathetic and shameful.”</p>

<p>“The man who has seen death,” a third user wrote on X.</p>

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A senior leader from India’s ruling Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) experienced a miraculous turn of events as his ‘dead body’ came back to life within 30 minutes. Mahesh Baghel, who is a former BJP president of the Agra district in Uttar Pradesh state, was shifted to hospital by his family after his health deteriorated severely.

A senior leader from India’s ruling Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) experienced a miraculous turn of events as his ‘dead body’ came back to life within 30 minutes. Mahesh Baghel, who is a former BJP president of the Agra district in Uttar Pradesh state, was shifted to hospital by his family after his health deteriorated severely. The doctors at the Pushpanjali Hospital declared him ‘brought dead’ however. The family of the BJP leader then took the supposed corpse home. Then came the miracle. The miracle The mourning relatives noticed movement in the ‘dead body’ within 30 minutes of the doctors pronouncing him dead. The relatives also saw his eyes opening and closing. The body was again rushed to the hospital, where the politician is reportedly receiving medical care and is doing well. The ‘dead body’ was alive again, spreading a wave of joy amongst those who were mourning the death moments ago. WATCH: India restricts imports of laptops | Biden spotted chilling at a beach | × Baghel's brother Lakhan Singh Baghel was quoted as saying by the local media that the BJP leader is recovering fast and is fine now. He has been diagnosed with a chest infection. On social media, those who were writing posts to pay tribute to the ‘deceased’ politician, were now sending wishes for his speedy recovery. Social media reacts The miraculous development triggered a wave of satirical and funny posts on X (earlier known as Twitter). One user wrote, “Amazing transformation in health sector by (Chief Minister) Yogi ji. Even dead are becoming alive.” Also read: Watch | US police rescue huddled spider monkeys from smuggler`s backpack Another user pointed out the complete failure of the healthcare system in doctors declaring an alive person dead. “It is a complete failure of the healthcare system in UP, if VIPs are being treated in such a manner, we can only imagine the healthcare services available at the disposal of common men. It’s pathetic and shameful.” “The man who has seen death,” a third user wrote on X. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

India: ‘Dead’ BJP leader comes back to life, seeing quick recovery

<p><meta name="uuid" content="uuidWRYvFieR78Pm" /><meta charset="utf-8" />For the second time since a groundbreaking achievement in December 2022, American scientists have accomplished net energy gain in a nuclear fusion reaction. The breakthrough is being viewed as a major step towards the pursuit of a nearly limitless, safe, and clean energy source.</p>

<p>Scientists at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in California have replicated their historic breakthrough by achieving a higher energy yield in an experiment conducted at the National Ignition Facility (NIF) on July 30th.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to a spokesperson from Lawrence Livermore, the final results are currently under analysis.</p>

<p>Although a major success, it is part of a long journey that could last for decades in the ongoing effort to attain an affordable and environmentally friendly power source.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/massive-breakthrough-in-nuclear-fusion-achieved-a-step-closer-to-clean-energy-us-set-to-make-announcement-542238"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Massive breakthrough in nuclear fusion achieved! A step closer to clean energy, US set to make announcement</strong></a></p>

<p>The success of this endeavour was originally reported by the Financial Times on Sunday.</p>

<h2><strong>Nuclear fission vs nuclear fusion</strong></h2>

<p>Presently, nuclear power plants rely on fission, a process involving the splitting of atoms to generate energy — a central theme in the recent blockbuster film&nbsp;<em>Oppenheimer</em>.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While nuclear power offers ample clean energy, it has raised safety concerns over the years. However, it is regaining attention amidst global efforts to curtail greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change.</p>

<p><strong>WATCH:&nbsp;Nuclear fusion energy breakthrough achieved</strong></p>

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<p>In contrast, fusion generates energy by fusing atoms together. This concept has long been admired due to its potential for generating unlimited, clean energy without having to deal with radioactive waste associated with nuclear power or the threat of a meltdown.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Moreover, the fuel required for fusion is abundantly present on earth--heavy hydrogen atoms found in seawater--eliminating the need for uranium mining.</p>

<h2><strong>Why the recent breakthrough is significant?</strong></h2>

<p>Although fusion reactions have been achieved previously, they have often required more energy input than energy output.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The notable achievement in these recent experiments lies in obtaining more energy output than the input used to initiate the reaction. This level of efficiency has been a desired goal in fusion research.</p>

<h2><strong>White House earlier praised December results</strong></h2>

<p>The White House praised the December 2022 breakthrough, terming it a "wonderful example" of possibility realised.</p>

<p>"This is such a wonderful example of a possibility realised, a scientific milestone achieved, and a road ahead to the possibilities for clean energy,” Arati Prabhakar, the White House science adviser, was quoted as saying by Washington Post.</p>

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For the second time since a groundbreaking achievement in December 2022, American scientists have accomplished net energy gain in a nuclear fusion reaction. The breakthrough is being viewed as a major step towards the pursuit of a nearly limitless, safe, and clean energy source.

For the second time since a groundbreaking achievement in December 2022, American scientists have accomplished net energy gain in a nuclear fusion reaction. The breakthrough is being viewed as a major step towards the pursuit of a nearly limitless, safe, and clean energy source. Scientists at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in California have replicated their historic breakthrough by achieving a higher energy yield in an experiment conducted at the National Ignition Facility (NIF) on July 30th. According to a spokesperson from Lawrence Livermore, the final results are currently under analysis. Although a major success, it is part of a long journey that could last for decades in the ongoing effort to attain an affordable and environmentally friendly power source. Also read: Massive breakthrough in nuclear fusion achieved! A step closer to clean energy, US set to make announcement The success of this endeavour was originally reported by the Financial Times on Sunday. Nuclear fission vs nuclear fusion Presently, nuclear power plants rely on fission, a process involving the splitting of atoms to generate energy — a central theme in the recent blockbuster film Oppenheimer. While nuclear power offers ample clean energy, it has raised safety concerns over the years. However, it is regaining attention amidst global efforts to curtail greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. WATCH: Nuclear fusion energy breakthrough achieved × In contrast, fusion generates energy by fusing atoms together. This concept has long been admired due to its potential for generating unlimited, clean energy without having to deal with radioactive waste associated with nuclear power or the threat of a meltdown. Moreover, the fuel required for fusion is abundantly present on earth--heavy hydrogen atoms found in seawater--eliminating the need for uranium mining. Why the recent breakthrough is significant? Although fusion reactions have been achieved previously, they have often required more energy input than energy output. The notable achievement in these recent experiments lies in obtaining more energy output than the input used to initiate the reaction. This level of efficiency has been a desired goal in fusion research. White House earlier praised December results The White House praised the December 2022 breakthrough, terming it a "wonderful example" of possibility realised. "This is such a wonderful example of a possibility realised, a scientific milestone achieved, and a road ahead to the possibilities for clean energy,” Arati Prabhakar, the White House science adviser, was quoted as saying by Washington Post. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

US: Scientists achieve net energy gain from nuclear fusion reaction for second time

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