<p>A dog named Mishka vanished in the summer of 2023 in San Diego, California and never returned to her owners. Now, eight months later, she has been discovered in Detroit, Michigan, some 2,000 miles away, leaving her owners startled and enthralled.</p>

<p>As per media reports, police last week picked her up from Harper Woods after receiving information about a stray dog. The police handed over the terrier mix to an animal welfare group, which revealed upon identifying her implanted chip that she belonged to the family of Mehrad Houman.</p>

<p>Houman and family were planning to go to Minnesota when the call about Mishka came in. He landed there and drove 10 hours to Michigan, ahead of a heartwarming reunion.</p>

<p>“This is a tale that Hollywood would love to tell,” the animal welfare group ‘Grosse Pointe Animal Adoption Society’ wrote on its Facebook page.</p>

<p>The group has also posted videos and photos on its page.</p>

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<p>Mishka had vanished from Houman’s auto garage in July, prompting him to believe she had been stolen. Her collar had Houman family’s contact number.</p>

<p>“We think it was stolen and then it was sold and ended up in Michigan,” said Corinne Martin, director of the animal welfare group.</p>

<p>Houman’s wife, Elizabeth, said it’s “been an incredible journey.”</p>

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<p>“I never gave up,” she said Thursday. “I put up over a thousand flyers. I had a flyer on my back windshield. I wore her leash whenever I would look for her. ... Now I just want to find out how she got to Michigan.”</p>

<p>Before clearing Mishka for travelling, a veterinarian gave her a rabies shot and labelled her safe.</p>

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<p>“She was clean, well-fed. Whoever had her took good care of her,” the veterinarian told the news agency The Associated Press. “How she got here — that’s a story only Mishka knows.”</p>

<p>A similar story emerged in December when a missing dog was found alive after more than six years of living wild in the woods.</p>

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A dog named Mishka vanished in the summer of 2023 in San Diego, California and never returned to her owners. Now, eight months later, she has been discovered in Detroit, Michigan, some 2,000 miles away, leaving her owners startled and enthralled.

A dog named Mishka vanished in the summer of 2023 in San Diego, California and never returned to her owners. Now, eight months later, she has been discovered in Detroit, Michigan, some 2,000 miles away, leaving her owners startled and enthralled. As per media reports, police last week picked her up from Harper Woods after receiving information about a stray dog. The police handed over the terrier mix to an animal welfare group, which revealed upon identifying her implanted chip that she belonged to the family of Mehrad Houman. Houman and family were planning to go to Minnesota when the call about Mishka came in. He landed there and drove 10 hours to Michigan, ahead of a heartwarming reunion. “This is a tale that Hollywood would love to tell,” the animal welfare group ‘Grosse Pointe Animal Adoption Society’ wrote on its Facebook page. The group has also posted videos and photos on its page. × Mishka had vanished from Houman’s auto garage in July, prompting him to believe she had been stolen. Her collar had Houman family’s contact number. “We think it was stolen and then it was sold and ended up in Michigan,” said Corinne Martin, director of the animal welfare group. Houman’s wife, Elizabeth, said it’s “been an incredible journey.” Also read: Watch: Hiker clings to rock face during daring rescue in California “I never gave up,” she said Thursday. “I put up over a thousand flyers. I had a flyer on my back windshield. I wore her leash whenever I would look for her. ... Now I just want to find out how she got to Michigan.” Before clearing Mishka for travelling, a veterinarian gave her a rabies shot and labelled her safe. Also read: WATCH: Mount Etna puffs out ‘smoke rings’ in rare phenomenon “She was clean, well-fed. Whoever had her took good care of her,” the veterinarian told the news agency The Associated Press. “How she got here — that’s a story only Mishka knows.” A similar story emerged in December when a missing dog was found alive after more than six years of living wild in the woods. (With inputs from agencies)

Watch: A heartwarming reunion as missing dog is found 2,000 miles away

<p>A hiker clung onto a gravel rock face in California as rescuers flew down in a helicopter to save him, shows a video.</p>

<p>Others present in the recreation area spotted the hiker and heard him shouting for help in the Alexander Battery area in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office said on Instagram.</p>

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<p>It was quite dark on the cliffside when rescuers arrived and spotted him using the helicopter’s thermal imaging camera, an official said.</p>

<p>The video shows the view from the thermal imaging camera and then switches to the rescuer’s point of view. The helicopter shines a spotlight near the hiker clinging to the cliff. The hiker was about 50 to 60 feet below the trail — hanging on for life, the video shows.</p>

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<p>The helicopter landed nearby, and a tactical flight officer lowered down to the hiker to help him get into a rescue device, officials said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Don’t let go!” the rescuer says repeatedly to the hiker as he lands near him on the cliff. The rescuer carefully guides the hiker’s hands through a sling, one at a time.</p>

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<p>“I got you, brother,” the rescuer says as the helicopter lifts them off the cliff and flies them on a long line up to the top, where a rescue team is waiting. Several people commented about how intense the rescue was, with some mentioning they even held their breath.</p>

<p>“That was terrifying. I barely breathed until I heard the three words, ‘I’ve got you,’” said one Instagram user.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A hiker clung onto a gravel rock face in California as rescuers flew down in a helicopter to save him, shows a video. Others present in the recreation area spotted the hiker and heard him shouting for help in the Alexander Battery area in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office said on Instagram.

A hiker clung onto a gravel rock face in California as rescuers flew down in a helicopter to save him, shows a video. Others present in the recreation area spotted the hiker and heard him shouting for help in the Alexander Battery area in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office said on Instagram. Also read: People on Earth will soon be able to calculate Moon Standard Time. Here's how It was quite dark on the cliffside when rescuers arrived and spotted him using the helicopter’s thermal imaging camera, an official said. The video shows the view from the thermal imaging camera and then switches to the rescuer’s point of view. The helicopter shines a spotlight near the hiker clinging to the cliff. The hiker was about 50 to 60 feet below the trail — hanging on for life, the video shows. × The helicopter landed nearby, and a tactical flight officer lowered down to the hiker to help him get into a rescue device, officials said. “Don’t let go!” the rescuer says repeatedly to the hiker as he lands near him on the cliff. The rescuer carefully guides the hiker’s hands through a sling, one at a time. Also read: James Webb Telescope spots extraterrestrial light outside our solar system. Here's what NASA has to say “I got you, brother,” the rescuer says as the helicopter lifts them off the cliff and flies them on a long line up to the top, where a rescue team is waiting. Several people commented about how intense the rescue was, with some mentioning they even held their breath. “That was terrifying. I barely breathed until I heard the three words, ‘I’ve got you,’” said one Instagram user. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Several US lawmakers have condemned the vandalism of a Hindu temple in California that took place this&nbsp;week.</p>

<p>The Shri Swaminarayan Mandir Hindu Temple in Newark, California was vandalised with anti-India graffiti and the police are investigating the matter as a possible hate crime.</p>

<p>Taking to X, Rep Barbara Lee expressed her anger at the incident.</p>

<p>“I unequivocally condemn this attack on Swaminarayan Mandir Hindu Temple in California. Hatred in all forms cannot be tolerated. Those responsible must be held accountable,” she wrote on the social media platform.</p>

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<p>Rep. Eric Swalwell also condemned the attack on his X account. “There is no room for hate and we must extinguish it wherever it presents,” he wrote.</p>

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<p>Similarly, other leaders like Raja Krishnamoorthi, Ro Khanna and Shri Thanedar also expressed their condemnation of the “disgraceful act”.</p>

<p>“I denounce such attacks of intolerance and call for a thorough investigation into this heinous crime,” wrote Shri Thanedar.</p>

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<p>Earlier, the US State Department also condemned the vandalism in a social media post.</p>

<p>"We condemn the vandalism of Shri Swaminarayan Mandir Hindu Temple in California. We welcome efforts by the Newark Police Department to ensure that those responsible are held accountable," the US State Department's Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs said in a post.</p>

<p>According to officers responding to the incident, it was a “targeted act”.</p>

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<p>The Consulate General of India in San Francisco strongly condemned the defacing of the temple.</p>

<p>"We strongly condemn the defacing of SMVS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir at Newark, California with anti-India graffiti," the consulate posted on X.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;US: California Hindu temple defaced with Pro-Khalistani slogans</strong></p>

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<p>"This incident has hurt the sentiments of the Indian community. We have pressed for quick investigation and prompt action against the vandals by the US authorities in this matter," the Consulate said.</p>

<p>According to images available on social media, the word “Khalistan” was sprayed on a signpost in the temple, along with other objectionable graffiti.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Several US lawmakers have condemned the vandalism of a Hindu temple in California that took place this week. The Shri Swaminarayan Mandir Hindu Temple in Newark, California was vandalised with anti-India graffiti and the police are investigating the matter as a possible hate crime.

Several US lawmakers have condemned the vandalism of a Hindu temple in California that took place this week. The Shri Swaminarayan Mandir Hindu Temple in Newark, California was vandalised with anti-India graffiti and the police are investigating the matter as a possible hate crime. Taking to X, Rep Barbara Lee expressed her anger at the incident. “I unequivocally condemn this attack on Swaminarayan Mandir Hindu Temple in California. Hatred in all forms cannot be tolerated. Those responsible must be held accountable,” she wrote on the social media platform. I unequivocally condemn this attack on Swaminarayan Mandir Hindu Temple in California. Hatred in all forms cannot be tolerated. Those responsible must be held accountable. — Rep. Barbara Lee (@RepBarbaraLee) December 23, 2023 × Rep. Eric Swalwell also condemned the attack on his X account. “There is no room for hate and we must extinguish it wherever it presents,” he wrote. Join our State Department in condemning this attack on Bay Area Hindus. There is no room for hate and we must extinguish it wherever it presents. https://t.co/WPTRT8RbQP — Rep. Eric Swalwell (@RepSwalwell) December 23, 2023 × Similarly, other leaders like Raja Krishnamoorthi, Ro Khanna and Shri Thanedar also expressed their condemnation of the “disgraceful act”. “I denounce such attacks of intolerance and call for a thorough investigation into this heinous crime,” wrote Shri Thanedar. Congressman Shri Thanedar's Statement As the founder of the Congressional Hindu, Buddhist, Sikh, and Jain Caucus, I express my profound condemnation of the disgraceful act of vandalism committed against the Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Newark, California. This desecration, marked… pic.twitter.com/qt3CQ8iSf3 — Shri Thanedar (@ShriThanedar) December 23, 2023 × I strongly condemn the defacing of the Swaminarayan temple in Newark, California which is in my district. Freedom to worship is at the heart of American democracy. Those who committed this act of vandalism must be held accountable. — Ro Khanna (@RoKhanna) December 23, 2023 × The defacing of the Swaminarayan temple in Newark, CA is despicable, and I strongly condemn it. I’m glad the community is rallying to the support of the mandir. We must stand united against bigotry in all its ugly forms. Those who did this vandalism must be held accountable. — Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (@CongressmanRaja) December 24, 2023 × Earlier, the US State Department also condemned the vandalism in a social media post. "We condemn the vandalism of Shri Swaminarayan Mandir Hindu Temple in California. We welcome efforts by the Newark Police Department to ensure that those responsible are held accountable," the US State Department's Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs said in a post. According to officers responding to the incident, it was a “targeted act”. Also read: United States condemns vandalism of Swaminarayan Temple in California The Consulate General of India in San Francisco strongly condemned the defacing of the temple. "We strongly condemn the defacing of SMVS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir at Newark, California with anti-India graffiti," the consulate posted on X. Watch: US: California Hindu temple defaced with Pro-Khalistani slogans × "This incident has hurt the sentiments of the Indian community. We have pressed for quick investigation and prompt action against the vandals by the US authorities in this matter," the Consulate said. According to images available on social media, the word “Khalistan” was sprayed on a signpost in the temple, along with other objectionable graffiti. (With inputs from agencies)

US lawmakers, State Dept condemn vandalism of Swaminarayan temple in California

<p>A five-year-old California boy fatally stabbed his twin brother, authorities said.</p>

<p>The twins were fighting when one brother grabbed a small kitchen knife and stabbed his sibling in unincorporated Scotts Valley, according to the Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office. The boy died at the hospital.</p>

<p>"We are heartbroken for the family of these two young children and share in their grief," the sheriff's office wrote in a Facebook post.</p>

<p>Authorities said they do not plan to file criminal charges in the death.</p>

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<p>"California law dictates that age, criminal intent, and knowledge of wrongfulness are factors needed to charge a child with a crime," the Facebook post stated.</p>

<p>"Based on the current investigation, there is no indication of negligence or criminal activity by any other party."</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;UK: Concerns over alleged Chinese activities</strong></p>

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A five-year-old California boy fatally stabbed his twin brother, authorities said. The twins were fighting when one brother grabbed a small kitchen knife and stabbed his sibling in unincorporated Scotts Valley, according to the Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office. The boy died at the hospital. "We are heartbroken for the family of these two young children and share in their grief," the sheriff's office wrote in a Facebook post. Authorities said they do not plan to file criminal charges in the death. Also read: APEC summit: US and China pledge cooperation on climate crisis "California law dictates that age, criminal intent, and knowledge of wrongfulness are factors needed to charge a child with a crime," the Facebook post stated. "Based on the current investigation, there is no indication of negligence or criminal activity by any other party." Watch: UK: Concerns over alleged Chinese activities × Scotts Valley is roughly 89km south of San Francisco.

California: Five-year-old won't be charged for fatally stabbing twin brother

<p>A California store owner was shot dead Friday after a dispute emerged over displaying of an LGBTQ+ Pride flag at her shop.</p>

<p>The killer reportedly attempted to flee the scene on foot after shooting the 66-year-old victim but was later killed by authorities in an encounter.</p>

<p>San Bernardino County sheriff's deputies responded to Mag.Pi clothing store in Cedar Glen at 5 PM local time. The officials pronounced Laura Ann Carleton dead at the scene. Before shooting the woman, the attacker made "several disparaging remarks about the rainbow flag," said San Bernardino Sheriff's Department.</p>

<p><strong>About Laura Ann Carleton</strong></p>

<p>Carleton, known as "Lauri," was a mother of nine and had a husband, as mentioned on the clothing store's website. She established and managed the Mag.Pi clothing store, commencing her career in the fashion industry from a young age.</p>

<p>Having undergone education at the Art Center School of Design, Carleton held a lengthy fashion career, notably serving for 15 years as an executive at Kenneth Cole, according to the website.</p>

<p>Tributes were offered on social media to honour the shop owner after the tragic shooting incident.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;California coastal communities brace for storm Hilary</strong></p>

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<p>"Lauri was a pillar in our community, an immovable force in her values for equality, love, and justice," said a post by Mountain Provisions Cooperative, a local food co-op.</p>

<p>"If you knew Lauri you know she loved hard, laughed often, and nurtured and protected those she cared about," the post added.</p>

<h2><strong>Statement by LGBTQ group</strong></h2>

<p>While a nearby LGBTQ group in Lake Arrowhead clarified that Carleton didn't personally identify as LGBTQ+, they emphasised her dedication to helping and supporting all individuals.</p>

<p>On the night of the shooting, she was defending Pride flags displayed in front of her store.</p>

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<p>On social media, many people used rainbow flag emojis to honour the store owner.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, law enforcement agencies in various states have been investigating the defacement of rainbow Pride flags as possible hate crimes in recent times.</p>

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A California store owner was shot dead Friday after a dispute emerged over displaying of an LGBTQ+ Pride flag at her shop. The killer reportedly attempted to flee the scene on foot after shooting the 66-year-old victim but was later killed by authorities in an encounter.

A California store owner was shot dead Friday after a dispute emerged over displaying of an LGBTQ+ Pride flag at her shop. The killer reportedly attempted to flee the scene on foot after shooting the 66-year-old victim but was later killed by authorities in an encounter. San Bernardino County sheriff's deputies responded to Mag.Pi clothing store in Cedar Glen at 5 PM local time. The officials pronounced Laura Ann Carleton dead at the scene. Before shooting the woman, the attacker made "several disparaging remarks about the rainbow flag," said San Bernardino Sheriff's Department. About Laura Ann Carleton Carleton, known as "Lauri," was a mother of nine and had a husband, as mentioned on the clothing store's website. She established and managed the Mag.Pi clothing store, commencing her career in the fashion industry from a young age. Having undergone education at the Art Center School of Design, Carleton held a lengthy fashion career, notably serving for 15 years as an executive at Kenneth Cole, according to the website. Tributes were offered on social media to honour the shop owner after the tragic shooting incident. Watch: California coastal communities brace for storm Hilary × "Lauri was a pillar in our community, an immovable force in her values for equality, love, and justice," said a post by Mountain Provisions Cooperative, a local food co-op. "If you knew Lauri you know she loved hard, laughed often, and nurtured and protected those she cared about," the post added. Statement by LGBTQ group While a nearby LGBTQ group in Lake Arrowhead clarified that Carleton didn't personally identify as LGBTQ+, they emphasised her dedication to helping and supporting all individuals. On the night of the shooting, she was defending Pride flags displayed in front of her store. Also read: Tropical Storm Hilary batters California: Flash-floods and tornado warnings in place On social media, many people used rainbow flag emojis to honour the store owner. Meanwhile, law enforcement agencies in various states have been investigating the defacement of rainbow Pride flags as possible hate crimes in recent times. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

California woman shot dead for displaying LGBTQ+ Pride flag at her shop

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<p>As a wildfire spread rapidly across more than 1,000 acres in extremely hot conditions, California has set up 40 cooling centres.</p>

<p>Offering shelter in air-conditioned rooms and cold drinks during the heat of the day, the centres have been established in libraries, recreation and park facilities, and senior living facilities.</p>

<p>With thermometers logging highs of over 110 Fahrenheit (43 Celsius) in some places, forecasters have issued an excessive heat warning for most of California, as well as parts of Nevada and Arizona.</p>

<p>Smothering a holiday weekend, the oppressive heat is expected to last well into the next week with little relief in the way of cooler nights.</p>

<p>Not only do elevated temperatures put a strain on the human body, but they also sometimes lead to a cascade of illness or death.</p>

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<p>Highlighting that the city was doing its best to look out for those in need of help when the mercury rises over 100 Fahrenheit, Joseph Riser of the Los Angeles emergency management department said, "Once that hits that peak... then the plans we have for adverse weather kick in and we begin rallying the troops, getting the supplies, making sure which centres can be open and that we have enough."</p>

<p>Tending to be more acute in poorer and more marginalized communities, the effects of intense heat are not evenly felt across societies.</p>

<p>People living in neighbourhoods without tree cover and homeless people or those who work outside during the heat of the day are at risk.</p>

<p>Asking households to conserve power and turn up their thermostats to help reduce power demand, the operator of California's creaking electricity grid on Friday called a third consecutive "Flex Alert."</p>

<p>With thermometers set to peak at 116 degrees Fahrenheit in some densely populated areas around Los Angeles over the upcoming Labor Day holiday weekend, the heat dome is expected to last well into next week.</p>

<p>Making natural weather variations more extreme, global warming is being driven chiefly by the unchecked burning of fossil fuels. While storms are getting wetter and more dangerous, heat waves are getting hotter and more intense.</p>

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As a wildfire spread rapidly across more than 1,000 acres in extremely hot conditions, California has set up 40 cooling centres. Offering shelter in air-conditioned rooms and cold drinks during the heat of the day, the centres have been established in libraries, recreation and park facilities, and senior living facilities.

As a wildfire spread rapidly across more than 1,000 acres in extremely hot conditions, California has set up 40 cooling centres. Offering shelter in air-conditioned rooms and cold drinks during the heat of the day, the centres have been established in libraries, recreation and park facilities, and senior living facilities. With thermometers logging highs of over 110 Fahrenheit (43 Celsius) in some places, forecasters have issued an excessive heat warning for most of California, as well as parts of Nevada and Arizona. Smothering a holiday weekend, the oppressive heat is expected to last well into the next week with little relief in the way of cooler nights. Not only do elevated temperatures put a strain on the human body, but they also sometimes lead to a cascade of illness or death. × Highlighting that the city was doing its best to look out for those in need of help when the mercury rises over 100 Fahrenheit, Joseph Riser of the Los Angeles emergency management department said, "Once that hits that peak... then the plans we have for adverse weather kick in and we begin rallying the troops, getting the supplies, making sure which centres can be open and that we have enough." Tending to be more acute in poorer and more marginalized communities, the effects of intense heat are not evenly felt across societies. People living in neighbourhoods without tree cover and homeless people or those who work outside during the heat of the day are at risk. Asking households to conserve power and turn up their thermostats to help reduce power demand, the operator of California's creaking electricity grid on Friday called a third consecutive "Flex Alert." With thermometers set to peak at 116 degrees Fahrenheit in some densely populated areas around Los Angeles over the upcoming Labor Day holiday weekend, the heat dome is expected to last well into next week. Making natural weather variations more extreme, global warming is being driven chiefly by the unchecked burning of fossil fuels. While storms are getting wetter and more dangerous, heat waves are getting hotter and more intense. (With inputs from agencies) Watch WION's live TV here: ×

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