In what can be seen as her desperate attempt to stay in power, United Kingdom&nbsp;Prime Minister Liz Truss had to fire finance minister Kwasi Kwarteng and scrap parts of her signature economic package.

Speaking to the press just weeks after taking over from Boris Johnson as the PM, Liz Truss in a dramatic U-turn, announced that she will in fact hike corporation tax.

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The decision to maintain the previous administration's planned rise in company tax came&nbsp; just hours after Truss fired her finance minister and appointed Jeremy Hunt, in his stead.

As she acknowledged going "further and faster" than markets had anticipated, she said at the news conference that she would now permit a major corporate tax increase starting next year and raise 18 billion pounds.

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"We need to act now to reassure the markets of our fiscal discipline," she said.

Truss also insisted that she would push ahead with her contentious programme to boost sluggish economic growth, despite market turbulence and the sacking of her finance minister.
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Even after being forced to abandon crucial elements of the plan, Truss declared that she was "absolutely determined to see through what I have promised to deliver, a higher growth, more prosperous United Kingdom."

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Truss claimed to have acted "decisively" to bring about "economic stability".

As per AFP, she merely took four questions, gave succinct answers, and concluded by saying, "We will get through this storm." As she was leaving, one reporter shouted, "Aren't you going to say sorry?"

She declared, "I want to deliver a low-tax, high-wage, high-growth economy," adding "That mission remains."

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In what can be seen as her desperate attempt to stay in power, United Kingdom Prime Minister Liz Truss had to fire finance minister Kwasi Kwarteng and scrap parts of her signature economic package. Speaking to the press just weeks after taking over from Boris Johnson as the PM, Liz Truss in a dramatic U-turn, announced that she will in fact hike corporation tax. Also read | UK Politics LIVE updates | Liz Truss' new U-turn: Vows to raise corporate tax The decision to maintain the previous administration's planned rise in company tax came just hours after Truss fired her finance minister and appointed Jeremy Hunt, in his stead. As she acknowledged going "further and faster" than markets had anticipated, she said at the news conference that she would now permit a major corporate tax increase starting next year and raise 18 billion pounds. "We need to act now to reassure the markets of our fiscal discipline," she said. Truss also insisted that she would push ahead with her contentious programme to boost sluggish economic growth, despite market turbulence and the sacking of her finance minister. Even after being forced to abandon crucial elements of the plan, Truss declared that she was "absolutely determined to see through what I have promised to deliver, a higher growth, more prosperous United Kingdom." Also read | Kwasi Kwarteng sacked as United Kingdom's Chancellor of the Exchequer Truss claimed to have acted "decisively" to bring about "economic stability". As per AFP, she merely took four questions, gave succinct answers, and concluded by saying, "We will get through this storm." As she was leaving, one reporter shouted, "Aren't you going to say sorry?" She declared, "I want to deliver a low-tax, high-wage, high-growth economy," adding "That mission remains." (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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The Indian Space Agency has announced that it will be having a wee-hour launch for the first-ever commercial flight of the GSLV Mk3 rocket, which is India's heaviest launch vehicle. Indian Space Research Organization specified that the launch would be carried out during the wee hours of Sunday, 23rd October, at 0007 hours, or seven minutes past the midnight hour.&nbsp;

ISRO will be carrying out this launch, as part of a contract between NewSpace India Limited (ISRO's commercial arm) and OneWeb, the UK-based Low Earth Orbit Satellite communications company. With this launch, OneWeb will have over 70 per cent&nbsp;of its planned Gen 1 LEO Constellation in orbit. The company is working towards delivering high-speed, low-latency connectivity services around the world.&nbsp;

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"Cryo stage, equipment bay (EB) assembly completed. Satellites are encapsulated and assembled in the vehicle. Final vehicle checks are in progress" ISRO said.&nbsp;

The GSLV Mk3 rocket is a three-stage heavy-lift launch vehicle developed by ISRO. The vehicle has two solid strap-on motors (burns solid fuel), a core-stage liquid booster (burns a combination of liquid fuels) and a cryogenic upper stage (burns liquid hydrogen with liquid oxygen). GSLV Mk III is designed to carry four-tonne class satellites into Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO) or about 10 tonnes to Low Earth Orbit (LEO), which is about twice the capability of its predecessor, the GSLV Mk II.

Thus far, ISRO has purely relied on its PSLV rocket (that can carry up to 1.75 tonnes&nbsp;to Low Earth Orbit), to do commercial launches. The addition of the GSLV MK3 to this list would mean that India can make a greater impact in the international market and thereby earn revenue from launching heavier customer satellites. While India's GSLV Mk3 has flown all four Indian national missions successfully to date, this will be the first time that the rocket will be performing the paid service of ferrying customer satellites to space.&nbsp;

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Around the third week of September, a Ukrainian Antonov-124 transporter plane, ferrying the 36 OneWeb satellites flew all the way from Florida in the US to the Indian city of Chennai. The satellites were then transported by road to India's spaceport at&nbsp;Sriharikota in&nbsp;Southern Andhra Pradesh.&nbsp;

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The Indian Space Agency has announced that it will be having a wee-hour launch for the first-ever commercial flight of the GSLV Mk3 rocket, which is India's heaviest launch vehicle. Indian Space Research Organization specified that the launch would be carried out during the wee hours of Sunday, 23rd October, at 0007 hours, or seven minutes past the midnight hour. ISRO will be carrying out this launch, as part of a contract between NewSpace India Limited (ISRO's commercial arm) and OneWeb, the UK-based Low Earth Orbit Satellite communications company. With this launch, OneWeb will have over 70 per cent of its planned Gen 1 LEO Constellation in orbit. The company is working towards delivering high-speed, low-latency connectivity services around the world. LVM3 - M2/OneWeb India-1 Mission: Launch scheduled at 0007 hrs. IST on October 23, 2022. Cryo stage, equipment bay (EB) assembly completed. Satellites are encapsulated and assembled in the vehicle. Final vehicle checks are in progress. @NSIL_India @OneWeb pic.twitter.com/pPbqjDjFmS — ISRO (@isro) October 14, 2022 × "Cryo stage, equipment bay (EB) assembly completed. Satellites are encapsulated and assembled in the vehicle. Final vehicle checks are in progress" ISRO said. The GSLV Mk3 rocket is a three-stage heavy-lift launch vehicle developed by ISRO. The vehicle has two solid strap-on motors (burns solid fuel), a core-stage liquid booster (burns a combination of liquid fuels) and a cryogenic upper stage (burns liquid hydrogen with liquid oxygen). GSLV Mk III is designed to carry four-tonne class satellites into Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO) or about 10 tonnes to Low Earth Orbit (LEO), which is about twice the capability of its predecessor, the GSLV Mk II. Thus far, ISRO has purely relied on its PSLV rocket (that can carry up to 1.75 tonnes to Low Earth Orbit), to do commercial launches. The addition of the GSLV MK3 to this list would mean that India can make a greater impact in the international market and thereby earn revenue from launching heavier customer satellites. While India's GSLV Mk3 has flown all four Indian national missions successfully to date, this will be the first time that the rocket will be performing the paid service of ferrying customer satellites to space. Also read | India's GSLV Mk3 rocket to launch Oneweb satellites in Oct'22 and Jan'23: ISRO Chairman Around the third week of September, a Ukrainian Antonov-124 transporter plane, ferrying the 36 OneWeb satellites flew all the way from Florida in the US to the Indian city of Chennai. The satellites were then transported by road to India's spaceport at Sriharikota in Southern Andhra Pradesh. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Kwasi Kwarteng is no longer the United Kingdom's Chancellor of the Exchequer.&nbsp;As Liz Truss, the Prime Minister struggles to preserve her beleaguered premiership, the minister has as per reports been sacked.

As speculation grew&nbsp;about a possible government u-turn on parts of the recently announced&nbsp;mini-budget in order to calm the markets, Kwarteng who was in the US&nbsp;returned early&nbsp;for "urgent discussions" with Prime Minister&nbsp;Truss, reports the BBC.

Kwarteng&nbsp;had just on Thursday declared he was "not going anywhere" despite market turbulence over the government's contentious economic policies.

In a statement published by the now ex-chancellor, he confirms that he was "asked to stand aside."

He further writes "As&nbsp;I have said many times in the past week, following the status quo was simply not an option. For too long the country has been dodged by low growth rates and high taxation - that must change if this country is to succeed."&nbsp;&nbsp;

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He will now go down in history as the UK chancellor with the second-shortest tenure.&nbsp;Iain Macleod, who passed away from a heart attack 30 days after taking the position in 1970 is the chancellor with the shortest tenure.

Kwarteng's&nbsp;replacement, who will be Britain's fourth finance minister this year, was not immediately announced reports AFP.

Following the news, the pound continued to decline in currency markets.&nbsp;Investors jumped on news that Finance Minister Kwasi Kwarteng had been fired for his debt-fueled budget.&nbsp;

The value of the pound fell 1.1 per cent to $1.1199.

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Kwasi Kwarteng is no longer the United Kingdom's Chancellor of the Exchequer. As Liz Truss, the Prime Minister struggles to preserve her beleaguered premiership, the minister has as per reports been sacked. As speculation grew about a possible government u-turn on parts of the recently announced mini-budget in order to calm the markets, Kwarteng who was in the US returned early for "urgent discussions" with Prime Minister Truss, reports the BBC. Kwarteng had just on Thursday declared he was "not going anywhere" despite market turbulence over the government's contentious economic policies. In a statement published by the now ex-chancellor, he confirms that he was "asked to stand aside." He further writes "As I have said many times in the past week, following the status quo was simply not an option. For too long the country has been dodged by low growth rates and high taxation - that must change if this country is to succeed." pic.twitter.com/4nvtyGWCoA — Kwasi Kwarteng (@KwasiKwarteng) October 14, 2022 × He will now go down in history as the UK chancellor with the second-shortest tenure. Iain Macleod, who passed away from a heart attack 30 days after taking the position in 1970 is the chancellor with the shortest tenure. Kwarteng's replacement, who will be Britain's fourth finance minister this year, was not immediately announced reports AFP. Following the news, the pound continued to decline in currency markets. Investors jumped on news that Finance Minister Kwasi Kwarteng had been fired for his debt-fueled budget. The value of the pound fell 1.1 per cent to $1.1199. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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India, which has a history of maintaining a neutral stand, abstained from&nbsp;voting on a UN General Assembly resolution denouncing Russia's annexation of Ukrainian territory Wednesday.&nbsp;China,&nbsp;South Africa and Pakistan too abstained from the vote.

Calling for a diplomatic resolution, the nation stated that this was in line with New Delhi's "well thought out national position".

The resolution which "condemns the organisation by the Russian Federation of so-called referendums within the internationally recognized borders of Ukraine" and "the attempted illegal annexation" announced last month of four regions by President Vladimir Putin received 143 votes, with only five countries voting against it. Even though 35 nations abstained from voting, the resolution was passed with a two-thirds majority, reports AFP.&nbsp;

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In a run-up to this vote, India had voted against Russia in three procedural motions. However, these did not affect its neutral stance in a significant way.

The nation had also refrained from voting on a recent Security Council resolution and the two General Assembly resolutions condemning Russia in March.&nbsp;Bangladesh, Iraq and Senegal which had abstained from voting in March on Wednesday voted to condemn Russia.

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As per IANS, Ruchira Kamboj, India's permanent representative explained that India has decided to abstain keeping with its "firm resolve to strive for a peaceful solution through dialogue and diplomacy".

"We have consistently advocated that no solution can ever be arrived at the cost of human lives. Escalation of hostilities and violence is in no one's interest."

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Quoting Prime Minister Narendra Modi she added that the Indian leader "has said unequivocally that this cannot be an era of war."&nbsp;

She also quoted Indian External Affairs Minister S.Jaishsankar in saying "We are on the side that respects the UN Charter and its founding principles". Thi statement is believed to imply support for Ukraine in the ongoing conflict.

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India, which has a history of maintaining a neutral stand, abstained from voting on a UN General Assembly resolution denouncing Russia's annexation of Ukrainian territory Wednesday. China, South Africa and Pakistan too abstained from the vote. Calling for a diplomatic resolution, the nation stated that this was in line with New Delhi's "well thought out national position". The resolution which "condemns the organisation by the Russian Federation of so-called referendums within the internationally recognized borders of Ukraine" and "the attempted illegal annexation" announced last month of four regions by President Vladimir Putin received 143 votes, with only five countries voting against it. Even though 35 nations abstained from voting, the resolution was passed with a two-thirds majority, reports AFP. Watch | UN General Assembly adopts resolution condemning Russia’s attempted annexation of Ukraine’s regions In a run-up to this vote, India had voted against Russia in three procedural motions. However, these did not affect its neutral stance in a significant way. The nation had also refrained from voting on a recent Security Council resolution and the two General Assembly resolutions condemning Russia in March. Bangladesh, Iraq and Senegal which had abstained from voting in March on Wednesday voted to condemn Russia. Also read | Ukraine claims its forces recapture five settlements in Russia-annexed Kherson region As per IANS, Ruchira Kamboj, India's permanent representative explained that India has decided to abstain keeping with its "firm resolve to strive for a peaceful solution through dialogue and diplomacy". "We have consistently advocated that no solution can ever be arrived at the cost of human lives. Escalation of hostilities and violence is in no one's interest." Also read | Russian President Putin puts blame for Nord Stream leaks on 'international terrorism' Quoting Prime Minister Narendra Modi she added that the Indian leader "has said unequivocally that this cannot be an era of war." She also quoted Indian External Affairs Minister S.Jaishsankar in saying "We are on the side that respects the UN Charter and its founding principles". Thi statement is believed to imply support for Ukraine in the ongoing conflict. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Indian Army's assault Dog ''Zoom'' succumbed to injuries at a military hospital in Srinagar. Zoom was injured in the Kokernag encounter with three bullet injuries. Terrorists shot at him, and he was hit with two bullets in his face and one in his leg.&nbsp;

An Indian army official said that Zoom, who was under treatment at the veterinary hospital, died around 12 noon on Thursday.

The official said that Zoom was showing improvement and responding well to the treatment, however, he suddenly started gasping and soon collapsed. He was operated upon the day he was shot during the encounter.&nbsp;

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The assault dog was given a task to clear the house where the terrorists were hiding. The encounter took place on October 10 in the Kokernag area of Anantnag district in South Kashmir.&nbsp;

“The dog went inside the house and attacked the militants. During the operation, it was shot at&nbsp;and sustained critical injuries,”&nbsp;said an Indian Army official.&nbsp;

Zoom,&nbsp;a Malinois or Belgian Shepherd, was born in September 2020. He joined the Army’s 28 Army Dog Unit (ADU) in February 2022 and was in service for eight months.&nbsp;

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Indian Army's assault Dog ''Zoom'' succumbed to injuries at a military hospital in Srinagar. Zoom was injured in the Kokernag encounter with three bullet injuries. Terrorists shot at him, and he was hit with two bullets in his face and one in his leg. An Indian army official said that Zoom, who was under treatment at the veterinary hospital, died around 12 noon on Thursday. The official said that Zoom was showing improvement and responding well to the treatment, however, he suddenly started gasping and soon collapsed. He was operated upon the day he was shot during the encounter. Also read | Army dog kept fighting terrorists in Kashmir despite receiving two bullet injuries The assault dog was given a task to clear the house where the terrorists were hiding. The encounter took place on October 10 in the Kokernag area of Anantnag district in South Kashmir. “The dog went inside the house and attacked the militants. During the operation, it was shot at and sustained critical injuries,” said an Indian Army official. Zoom, a Malinois or Belgian Shepherd, was born in September 2020. He joined the Army’s 28 Army Dog Unit (ADU) in February 2022 and was in service for eight months. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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US President Joe Biden's administration in its recently launched National Security Strategy (NSS) has said that the next 10 years will be a "decisive decade" for America and the world in the global fight against climate change, promotion of democracy over authoritarianism and for reducing conflict.

The newly unveiled strategy prioritises "out-competing China and constraining Russia". The report says that "the People's Republic of China harbours the intention and, increasingly, the capacity to reshape the international order in favour of one that tilts the global playing field to its benefit."

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India is mentioned in a positive light. "As India is the world’s largest democracy and a Major Defense Partner, the United States and India will work together, bilaterally and multilaterally, to support our shared vision of a free and open Indo-Pacific," says the strategy. It also mentions the nation as part of multiple major American&nbsp;alliances and partnerships that have played a critical role in the country's&nbsp;national security policy.</div>

The Ukraine conflict delayed the strategy's rollout, as Biden spent most of this year mobilising allies against Russia and delivering billions of dollars worth of armaments to Kyiv reports AFP.

However, the strategy still substantially adheres to the President's interim instructions which he provided shortly after taking office in January 2021.

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It warns that "by the 2030s, the United States for the first time will need to deter two major nuclear&nbsp;powers, each of whom will field modern and diverse global and regional nuclear forces."

National security adviser Jake Sullivan said while unveiling the strategy, "The post-Cold War era is over, and the competition is underway between the major powers to shape what comes next."&nbsp;

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As per the strategy, "China is the only competitor with both the intent to reshape the international order and, increasingly, the economic, diplomatic, military, and technological power to do it."

It goes on to say that Russia "poses an immediate threat to the free and open international system, recklessly flouting the basic laws of the international order today, as its brutal war of aggression against Ukraine has shown."&nbsp;

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US President Joe Biden's administration in its recently launched National Security Strategy (NSS) has said that the next 10 years will be a "decisive decade" for America and the world in the global fight against climate change, promotion of democracy over authoritarianism and for reducing conflict.

US President Joe Biden's administration in its recently launched National Security Strategy (NSS) has said that the next 10 years will be a "decisive decade" for America and the world in the global fight against climate change, promotion of democracy over authoritarianism and for reducing conflict. The newly unveiled strategy prioritises "out-competing China and constraining Russia". The report says that "the People's Republic of China harbours the intention and, increasingly, the capacity to reshape the international order in favour of one that tilts the global playing field to its benefit." Watch | US pledges more weapons for Ukraine than EU members combined India is mentioned in a positive light. "As India is the world’s largest democracy and a Major Defense Partner, the United States and India will work together, bilaterally and multilaterally, to support our shared vision of a free and open Indo-Pacific," says the strategy. It also mentions the nation as part of multiple major American alliances and partnerships that have played a critical role in the country's national security policy. The Ukraine conflict delayed the strategy's rollout, as Biden spent most of this year mobilising allies against Russia and delivering billions of dollars worth of armaments to Kyiv reports AFP. However, the strategy still substantially adheres to the President's interim instructions which he provided shortly after taking office in January 2021. Also read | UNGA passes resolution condemning Russian 'illegal annexation' of Ukrainian land; India abstains from voting It warns that "by the 2030s, the United States for the first time will need to deter two major nuclear powers, each of whom will field modern and diverse global and regional nuclear forces." National security adviser Jake Sullivan said while unveiling the strategy, "The post-Cold War era is over, and the competition is underway between the major powers to shape what comes next." Also read | China: 'Liberal' leader Wang Yang seen as top contender to be next premier As per the strategy, "China is the only competitor with both the intent to reshape the international order and, increasingly, the economic, diplomatic, military, and technological power to do it." It goes on to say that Russia "poses an immediate threat to the free and open international system, recklessly flouting the basic laws of the international order today, as its brutal war of aggression against Ukraine has shown." (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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As hundreds gathered to mark the 20th anniversary of the horrendous 2002 Bali bombings in which more than 200 people lost their lives, a graphic video of the incident was played at the commemoration event.

The video has understandably upset the attendees, including survivors and relatives of the bombing victims.&nbsp;Talking to BBC, one victim's relative said he felt "sick" on watching the footage.

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"Nobody needs to see that. We lived through that. We were right here," said Jessica O’Grady, a survivor of the explosion who was present in the Sari Club. She added, "We’ve been to many anniversaries here and up until that point every single one of them had been beautiful and respectful and today had been a really, really nice day up until that point. I just cannot believe that they showed that."

According to the BBC report, the footage, a 10-minute-long "documentary-style" film was screened at the moment which marked the original bombing incident -- 11:05 PM local time.

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It was screened on two giant screens and&nbsp;had distressing footage of confused, wounded people in the aftermath of the fiery explosion fleeing from the bombing site.&nbsp;

Audio of people screaming, yelling in panic and calls to the emergency services, police and footage of the perpetrators, including one of a smiling Ali Amrozi bin Haji Nurhasyim who was executed by a firing squad in 2008 for his role in the attack, reports the Sydney Morning Herald (SMH).

202 people of 21 different nationalities died in the 12 October 2002 attack in the bombings on two popular Indonesian nightclubs. Among the deceased were 88 Australian citizens.

Expressing its deep "disappointment", Australia said that it would formally register a complaint with Indonesia over the "devastating" footage.

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An official for Australia's department of foreign affairs and trade was quoted by SMH as saying,&nbsp;"The Australian Government wasn’t involved in organising the evening event in Bali. We are deeply disappointed by the decisions made by the organisers. We will be formally registering our concerns with the Indonesian authorities."

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As hundreds gathered to mark the 20th anniversary of the horrendous 2002 Bali bombings in which more than 200 people lost their lives, a graphic video of the incident was played at the commemoration event. The video has understandably upset the attendees, including survivors and relatives of the bombing victims. Talking to BBC, one victim's relative said he felt "sick" on watching the footage. Watch | Gravitas: 20 years after Bali Bombings: What has changed? "Nobody needs to see that. We lived through that. We were right here," said Jessica O’Grady, a survivor of the explosion who was present in the Sari Club. She added, "We’ve been to many anniversaries here and up until that point every single one of them had been beautiful and respectful and today had been a really, really nice day up until that point. I just cannot believe that they showed that." According to the BBC report, the footage, a 10-minute-long "documentary-style" film was screened at the moment which marked the original bombing incident -- 11:05 PM local time. Also read | In pics | Tears and flowers: Grieving Australian families mark 20th anniversary of Bali's bombing It was screened on two giant screens and had distressing footage of confused, wounded people in the aftermath of the fiery explosion fleeing from the bombing site. Audio of people screaming, yelling in panic and calls to the emergency services, police and footage of the perpetrators, including one of a smiling Ali Amrozi bin Haji Nurhasyim who was executed by a firing squad in 2008 for his role in the attack, reports the Sydney Morning Herald (SMH). 202 people of 21 different nationalities died in the 12 October 2002 attack in the bombings on two popular Indonesian nightclubs. Among the deceased were 88 Australian citizens. Expressing its deep "disappointment", Australia said that it would formally register a complaint with Indonesia over the "devastating" footage. Also read | Australia marks 20th anniversary of Bali bombings, Albanese says 'ache does not dim' An official for Australia's department of foreign affairs and trade was quoted by SMH as saying, "The Australian Government wasn’t involved in organising the evening event in Bali. We are deeply disappointed by the decisions made by the organisers. We will be formally registering our concerns with the Indonesian authorities." He added that the government is ready to offer assistance to Australians who may need it following the distressing video. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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As per reports the supreme leader of Pakistan's ruling PML-N party Nawaz Sharif may soon be ending his three years long self-exile and returning to Pakistan from London.

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader Hanif Abbasi, as per the Daily Times, recently informed that the former three-term Prime Minister will return by late November or early December.

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It is expected that he will return with his daughter and PML-N Vice President, Maryam Nawaz. As per an IANS report, Maryam recently joined her father in London after the Lahore High Court returned her passport which she had to surrender in lieu of bail in the Chaudhry Sugar Mills case.

Quoting unidentified sources in the know, ARY news reported that Nawaz Sharif had started consultations with his legal team to finalise all legal matters relating to his return to Pakistan.

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As per reports, the party supremo told his team that he wants to go to Pakistan soon as it is difficult to stay outside the country for even one day.

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Earlier in August, PML-N federal minister Mian Javed Latif told a press conference that the "Former prime minister Sharif will return to Pakistan from London in September,&nbsp;and that upon his return, the PML-N will not let him to go to jail&nbsp;here."

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In September, former Prime Minister Imran Khan also alleged that efforts were being made to bring back Nawaz Sharif to Pakistan and that "some deal" has been struck for the same.

"A plot is being hatched to disqualify me in Toshakhana and the prohibited funding cases to pave way for PML-N supremo Sharif’s return from London next month," he said indirectly referring to the country's military, reported The Tribune.

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As per reports the supreme leader of Pakistan's ruling PML-N party Nawaz Sharif may soon be ending his three years long self-exile and returning to Pakistan from London. Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader Hanif Abbasi, as per the Daily Times, recently informed that the former three-term Prime Minister will return by late November or early December. Watch | Pakistan: Thousands hit streets in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province It is expected that he will return with his daughter and PML-N Vice President, Maryam Nawaz. As per an IANS report, Maryam recently joined her father in London after the Lahore High Court returned her passport which she had to surrender in lieu of bail in the Chaudhry Sugar Mills case. Quoting unidentified sources in the know, ARY news reported that Nawaz Sharif had started consultations with his legal team to finalise all legal matters relating to his return to Pakistan. Also read | India slams Pakistan at UNGA for drawing parallels over 'Kashmir' As per reports, the party supremo told his team that he wants to go to Pakistan soon as it is difficult to stay outside the country for even one day. #NawazSharif to return to Pakistan? PML-N leader confirms Sharif's plan to return to Pakistan before the end of this year. This development has come after the acquittal of his daughter Maryam Nawaz in a corruption case last month.@Mohammed11Saleh tells you more pic.twitter.com/1J7JKnGk3e — WION (@WIONews) October 13, 2022 × Earlier in August, PML-N federal minister Mian Javed Latif told a press conference that the "Former prime minister Sharif will return to Pakistan from London in September, and that upon his return, the PML-N will not let him to go to jail here." Also read | Massive overhaul in Pakistan's top military brass, 12 major generals promoted In September, former Prime Minister Imran Khan also alleged that efforts were being made to bring back Nawaz Sharif to Pakistan and that "some deal" has been struck for the same. "A plot is being hatched to disqualify me in Toshakhana and the prohibited funding cases to pave way for PML-N supremo Sharif’s return from London next month," he said indirectly referring to the country's military, reported The Tribune. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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United States Democrats are reacting sharply to the OPEC+&nbsp;decision to cut oil production by two million barrels of oil per day starting next month.&nbsp;

Calling to re-examine ties with key oil producer Saudi Arabia, the Democrats, as per the Guardian, even issued a fresh ultimatum to the Kingdom, giving it weeks to reverse the decision to reduce oil production, and even threatened it with a potential one-year freeze on all arms sales.

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Saudi as per AFP is "one of the closest US allies and the biggest single purchaser of top-end US weaponry."

"The President is disappointed by the short-sighted decision of&nbsp;OPEC+," said National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan and top economic adviser Brian Deese in a statement on Wednesday.

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OPEC+ reduction in oil production can raise prices for American consumers and benefit energy exporter Russia whom Biden has been trying to isolate following its invasion of neighbouring Ukraine.&nbsp;

The "disappointment" came just five weeks before midterm elections where the Democrats are hoping to cling to the control of US Congress.

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A few analysts as per Guardian have even pointed out that Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman could be trying to tip the scales of the critical elections. However, Democrats have downplayed these claims and instead stressed that the "betrayal" would harm all US consumers.

"What galls so many of us in Congress is the ingratitude," said Democratic congressman Ro Khanna, a long time critic of the Kingdom, adding that Saudi gets 73 per cent of its arms from the US and that without US technicians "their airplanes literally wouldn’t fly … we literally are responsible for their entire air force".

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United States Democrats are reacting sharply to the OPEC+ decision to cut oil production by two million barrels of oil per day starting next month. Calling to re-examine ties with key oil producer Saudi Arabia, the Democrats, as per the Guardian, even issued a fresh ultimatum to the Kingdom, giving it weeks to reverse the decision to reduce oil production, and even threatened it with a potential one-year freeze on all arms sales.

United States Democrats are reacting sharply to the OPEC+ decision to cut oil production by two million barrels of oil per day starting next month. Calling to re-examine ties with key oil producer Saudi Arabia, the Democrats, as per the Guardian, even issued a fresh ultimatum to the Kingdom, giving it weeks to reverse the decision to reduce oil production, and even threatened it with a potential one-year freeze on all arms sales. Watch | US President Biden vows 'consequences' for Saudi Arabia over OPEC oil output cut Saudi as per AFP is "one of the closest US allies and the biggest single purchaser of top-end US weaponry." "The President is disappointed by the short-sighted decision of OPEC+," said National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan and top economic adviser Brian Deese in a statement on Wednesday. Also read | Trump’s 'state of mind' & role in Capitol attack to be examined at hearing Thursday afternoon OPEC+ reduction in oil production can raise prices for American consumers and benefit energy exporter Russia whom Biden has been trying to isolate following its invasion of neighbouring Ukraine. The "disappointment" came just five weeks before midterm elections where the Democrats are hoping to cling to the control of US Congress. Also read | US National Security strategy: China, Russia seen as threats, India as partner A few analysts as per Guardian have even pointed out that Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman could be trying to tip the scales of the critical elections. However, Democrats have downplayed these claims and instead stressed that the "betrayal" would harm all US consumers. "What galls so many of us in Congress is the ingratitude," said Democratic congressman Ro Khanna, a long time critic of the Kingdom, adding that Saudi gets 73 per cent of its arms from the US and that without US technicians "their airplanes literally wouldn’t fly … we literally are responsible for their entire air force". (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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The hijab ban in schools and colleges of the southern state of Karnataka will continue&nbsp;as the Supreme Court of India on Thursday delivered a split verdict on the appeals against a high court decision upholding the state government's order prohibiting the wearing of&nbsp;headscarves in classes, and referred the matter to the Chief Justice of India for constituting a larger bench.

The two-judge bench differed on whether to uphold the ban on hijab in educational institutions or not.&nbsp;While Justice Hemant Gupta dismissed the appeals against the March 15 verdict of the Karnataka High Court that had refused to lift the ban and held that hijab is not part of "essential religious practice" in Islamic faith, Justice Sudhanshu Dhulia allowed the pleas and observed that it is ultimately a "matter of choice". 
 
"There is divergence of opinion," Justice Gupta, who was heading the bench, said at the outset while pronouncing the verdict on a batch of 26 petitions, reported the news agency PTI. 
 
On March 15, the Karnataka high court had dismissed the petitions filed by a section of Muslim students of the Government Pre-University Girls College in Karnataka's Udupi seeking permission to wear the hijab inside classrooms, ruling it is not a part of the essential religious practice in Islamic faith. 
 
The apex court had reserved its verdict on the pleas on September 22 after hearing arguments in the matter for 10 days. 
 
During the arguments in the top court, a number of counsel appearing for the petitioners had insisted that preventing Muslim girls from wearing the hijab in the classroom will put their education in jeopardy as they might stop attending classes.

The state government's order of February 5, 2022 was challenged by some Muslim girls in the high court.

Karnataka's&nbsp;education minister, BC Nagesh, said that the ban will continue until the Supreme Court makes a final decision.&nbsp;

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The court was also contesting the Karnataka High Court's verdict upholding the state government's directive to educational institutions to assign uniforms to students. One of the petitions in the Supreme Court stated, "the step-motherly behaviour of government authorities has prevented students from practising their faith and resulted in an unwanted law and order situation."

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The appeal stated, "had vehemently failed to apply its mind and was unable to understand the gravity of the situation as well as the core aspect of the Essential Religious Practices enshrined under Article 25 of the Constitution of India."&nbsp;

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The hijab row in Karnataka began in January this year when a government college forbade six females wearing hijabs from attending class. After this incident, several girls protested outside the entry over being denied entry.&nbsp;

Following this, several male students from numerous colleges in the region showed up wearing saffron scarves. With these many protests and agitations, the state government mandated all students to wear uniforms and banned both hijab and scarves until a permanent decision is made.

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The hijab ban in schools and colleges of the southern state of Karnataka will continue as the Supreme Court of India on Thursday delivered a split verdict on the appeals against a high court decision upholding the state government's order prohibiting the wearing of headscarves in classes, and referred the matter to the Chief Justice of India for constituting a larger bench.

The hijab ban in schools and colleges of the southern state of Karnataka will continue as the Supreme Court of India on Thursday delivered a split verdict on the appeals against a high court decision upholding the state government's order prohibiting the wearing of headscarves in classes, and referred the matter to the Chief Justice of India for constituting a larger bench. The two-judge bench differed on whether to uphold the ban on hijab in educational institutions or not. While Justice Hemant Gupta dismissed the appeals against the March 15 verdict of the Karnataka High Court that had refused to lift the ban and held that hijab is not part of "essential religious practice" in Islamic faith, Justice Sudhanshu Dhulia allowed the pleas and observed that it is ultimately a "matter of choice". "There is divergence of opinion," Justice Gupta, who was heading the bench, said at the outset while pronouncing the verdict on a batch of 26 petitions, reported the news agency PTI. On March 15, the Karnataka high court had dismissed the petitions filed by a section of Muslim students of the Government Pre-University Girls College in Karnataka's Udupi seeking permission to wear the hijab inside classrooms, ruling it is not a part of the essential religious practice in Islamic faith. The apex court had reserved its verdict on the pleas on September 22 after hearing arguments in the matter for 10 days. During the arguments in the top court, a number of counsel appearing for the petitioners had insisted that preventing Muslim girls from wearing the hijab in the classroom will put their education in jeopardy as they might stop attending classes. The state government's order of February 5, 2022 was challenged by some Muslim girls in the high court. Karnataka's education minister, BC Nagesh, said that the ban will continue until the Supreme Court makes a final decision. K'taka | Precautionary measures like police picketing in important areas & continued patrolling taken;also keeping close watch on social media to make sure no attempts made to harm existing peace in the society: SP Udupi, Akshay Hakay after split verdict by SC in hijab ban case pic.twitter.com/f0vsHwV0oi — ANI (@ANI) October 13, 2022 × Also read | Quran says hijab ideal, ‘not essential’: Karnataka govt to Supreme Court over ban order The court was also contesting the Karnataka High Court's verdict upholding the state government's directive to educational institutions to assign uniforms to students. One of the petitions in the Supreme Court stated, "the step-motherly behaviour of government authorities has prevented students from practising their faith and resulted in an unwanted law and order situation." Watch | Amid protest against hijab in Iran, India’s apex court says 'Hijab may promote diversity among kids' The appeal stated, "had vehemently failed to apply its mind and was unable to understand the gravity of the situation as well as the core aspect of the Essential Religious Practices enshrined under Article 25 of the Constitution of India." Also read | Hijab row reaches Kashmir: Politicians react to school order asking teachers to remove hijab The hijab row in Karnataka began in January this year when a government college forbade six females wearing hijabs from attending class. After this incident, several girls protested outside the entry over being denied entry. Following this, several male students from numerous colleges in the region showed up wearing saffron scarves. With these many protests and agitations, the state government mandated all students to wear uniforms and banned both hijab and scarves until a permanent decision is made. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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American universities continue to witness a fall in their rankings while Chinese universities are on an incline.

Nevertheless, American and British colleges continue to dominate the top rankings, with the US taking up seven of the top ranks and Britain taking three of the top ten spots.

The England's University of Oxford, also once again was named the world's leading research university for the seventh year.

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The latest World University Rankings by Times Higher Education show that universities in China are witnessing a rise in their rankings, as they produce greater quantities of high-quality research.

A total of 15.5 million research publications and 121 million citations to those publications are analysed by the organisation for its rankings, along with over 40,000 responses to an annual survey on academic reputation and hundreds of thousands of other data points pertaining to a university's teaching environment, global perspective, and industry connections.

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While the number of Chinese universities in the top 100 rose from two in 2018 to seven this year, US numbers fell from 43 in 2018 to 34 this year.&nbsp;

"If current trends remained the same, we would see China overtaking the U.S. in the coming years," predicts Phil Baty the rankings editor.

"The data is very clear: America can no longer take for granted its decadeslong dominance of world higher education and research, and it is China that is leading the challenge," the Wall Street Journal quotes Phil as saying.

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Since the middle of the 1990s, there have been an increasing number of academic publications from China, but until this year, the Western academic world still held the view that Chinese scholarship was still inferior to that of the West.

However, according to an article that was published this spring in the journal Scientometrics, examining the quantitative traits and features of science and scientific research, China has surpassed the United States as the global leader in the production of "high impact" studies.&nbsp;

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American universities continue to witness a fall in their rankings while Chinese universities are on an incline. Nevertheless, American and British colleges continue to dominate the top rankings, with the US taking up seven of the top ranks and Britain taking three of the top ten spots. The England's University of Oxford, also once again was named the world's leading research university for the seventh year. Watch | Gravitas: Can you be asked to keep your web cam switched on throughout your shift? The latest World University Rankings by Times Higher Education show that universities in China are witnessing a rise in their rankings, as they produce greater quantities of high-quality research. A total of 15.5 million research publications and 121 million citations to those publications are analysed by the organisation for its rankings, along with over 40,000 responses to an annual survey on academic reputation and hundreds of thousands of other data points pertaining to a university's teaching environment, global perspective, and industry connections. Also read | Japanese woman swindled out of $30,000 in an 'out of this world' scam While the number of Chinese universities in the top 100 rose from two in 2018 to seven this year, US numbers fell from 43 in 2018 to 34 this year. "If current trends remained the same, we would see China overtaking the U.S. in the coming years," predicts Phil Baty the rankings editor. "The data is very clear: America can no longer take for granted its decadeslong dominance of world higher education and research, and it is China that is leading the challenge," the Wall Street Journal quotes Phil as saying. lso read | 'Tell me you aren't leftist,' 'Won't enjoy beer with a right-winger': Brazil election takes over dating apps Since the middle of the 1990s, there have been an increasing number of academic publications from China, but until this year, the Western academic world still held the view that Chinese scholarship was still inferior to that of the West. However, according to an article that was published this spring in the journal Scientometrics, examining the quantitative traits and features of science and scientific research, China has surpassed the United States as the global leader in the production of "high impact" studies. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Nowadays, everyone knows better than to respond to the emails from "Nigerian princes" asking for "loans", as those cons are yesterday's news. Since then, scammers have had to upgrade to newer scams. One that has come to light is "out of this&nbsp;world".

In Japan, a 65-year-old woman was swindled out of around $30,000 or 4.4 million yen between August 19 and September 5, by a man claiming to be a Russian cosmonaut.

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Kyoto News reports that the woman, who lives in the Shiga Prefecture, got connected to the scammer on a social media website before they started communicating on Line messaging app.

The person, as per police, professed his love for the woman and even proposed marriage multiple times.

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He then started asking her for expenses for a rocket for coming back to Earth from space. She transferred around $30,000 to the man's bank account, but when he kept demanding more money she contacted the police.

As per MSN, the man's profile on the social media site Instagram was full of photos of space and he claimed to be a cosmonaut on the International Space Station.

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Police are now investigating him for a "romance scam". These cons are actually very common these days. Fraudsters connect with their targets over social media, get close, and trick them into believing lies about love and relationships before swindling money from them.

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Nowadays, everyone knows better than to respond to the emails from "Nigerian princes" asking for "loans", as those cons are yesterday's news. Since then, scammers have had to upgrade to newer scams. One that has come to light is "out of this world". In Japan, a 65-year-old woman was swindled out of around $30,000 or 4.4 million yen between August 19 and September 5, by a man claiming to be a Russian cosmonaut. Watch | How cryptocurrency scammers use dating apps to steal your money | Tech It Out Kyoto News reports that the woman, who lives in the Shiga Prefecture, got connected to the scammer on a social media website before they started communicating on Line messaging app. The person, as per police, professed his love for the woman and even proposed marriage multiple times. Also read | Thieves can use thermal camera and AI to crack your password. Here's how He then started asking her for expenses for a rocket for coming back to Earth from space. She transferred around $30,000 to the man's bank account, but when he kept demanding more money she contacted the police. As per MSN, the man's profile on the social media site Instagram was full of photos of space and he claimed to be a cosmonaut on the International Space Station. Also read | The price of love: Cryptocurrency scammers target dating apps Police are now investigating him for a "romance scam". These cons are actually very common these days. Fraudsters connect with their targets over social media, get close, and trick them into believing lies about love and relationships before swindling money from them. During the pandemic, these scams skyrocketed as people turned to social media in the absence of social interactions. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has reportedly accepted Thailand's invitation to attend next month's Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Bangkok.

Quoting an unidentified security source, Bangkok Post reported that the Thailand foreign ministry has already informed the security agencies to begin preparations for the November 18-19 meeting.

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As per another report by the publication quoting American media, US President Joe Biden will likely skip the summit and Vice-President Kamala Harris will attend as his delegate.

The Diplomat reported that Chinese President Xi Jinping has also verbally confirmed his presence at the summit.

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Several other nations have also accepted invitations, according to foreign affairs minister Don Pramudwinai, although it is unclear whether their leaders would attend in person or send delegates.

"Security agencies have been closely monitoring groups that may instigate unrest but there have been no reports of any suspicious activities so far," said the chief of defence forces General Chalermpol Srisawat adding that the situation is under control and there are no signs of unrest.

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He further stated that security would be tightened further when aircraft carrying the&nbsp;visiting dignitaries, and leaders enter the nation's airspace.

The Bangkok Post report quoted another source who claimed that to prevent separatist groups in Thailand's southern border provinces from disrupting the meet, security agencies are keeping a close eye on them.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has reportedly accepted Thailand's invitation to attend next month's Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Bangkok.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has reportedly accepted Thailand's invitation to attend next month's Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Bangkok. Quoting an unidentified security source, Bangkok Post reported that the Thailand foreign ministry has already informed the security agencies to begin preparations for the November 18-19 meeting. Watch | Gravitas Plus: Ukraine war: Rising fear of a nuclear escalation As per another report by the publication quoting American media, US President Joe Biden will likely skip the summit and Vice-President Kamala Harris will attend as his delegate. The Diplomat reported that Chinese President Xi Jinping has also verbally confirmed his presence at the summit. Also read | Elon Musk denies reports alleging that he spoke to Vladimir Putin before tweeting his peace plan Several other nations have also accepted invitations, according to foreign affairs minister Don Pramudwinai, although it is unclear whether their leaders would attend in person or send delegates. "Security agencies have been closely monitoring groups that may instigate unrest but there have been no reports of any suspicious activities so far," said the chief of defence forces General Chalermpol Srisawat adding that the situation is under control and there are no signs of unrest. Also read | Biden says he can defeat Trump again; gets candid about Putin and the looming nuclear threat He further stated that security would be tightened further when aircraft carrying the visiting dignitaries, and leaders enter the nation's airspace. The Bangkok Post report quoted another source who claimed that to prevent separatist groups in Thailand's southern border provinces from disrupting the meet, security agencies are keeping a close eye on them. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Alex Male, one of the UK's most wanted criminals, has recently been released from police custody by the Supreme Court in Portugal.&nbsp;Alex was known for illegally selling and buying class A drugs in the south West of the UK, using a high network.

The 30-year-old was arrested at the Portugal airport in May 2022, after arriving from a flight from Turkey. &nbsp;

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Alex is facing charges of supplying cocaine, and ketamine, and was even involved in money laundering.&nbsp;

He was listed as the 'Most Wanted' criminal by the UK's National Criminal Agency (NCA) three months ago. After being wanted by the UK police since 2020, he was recently released by the Portuguese police as the time limit for his custody expired.&nbsp;

As per media reports, it was believed that Alex was in Spain's Marbella since 2020. Several reports also suggest that he has escaped Spain as well.&nbsp;

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In conversation with LAD Bible, a spokesperson for the criminal agency said that they were made aware of this following a habeas corpus application in Portugal's Supreme Court regarding the expiring date for his custody. &nbsp;The representative also added that they are further coordinating with its partners in the UK and Portugal in the case.

The NCA is currently in search of fugitives and returning them to face justice. The representative in the conversation also stated that the criminal agency maintains a strong relationship with law partners in Portugal.&nbsp;

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Alex Male, one of the UK's most wanted criminals, has recently been released from police custody by the Supreme Court in Portugal. Alex was known for illegally selling and buying class A drugs in the south West of the UK, using a high network.

Alex Male, one of the UK's most wanted criminals, has recently been released from police custody by the Supreme Court in Portugal. Alex was known for illegally selling and buying class A drugs in the south West of the UK, using a high network. The 30-year-old was arrested at the Portugal airport in May 2022, after arriving from a flight from Turkey. Also read | British Royal Navy seizes $17 million worth of drugs in Arabian Sea Alex is facing charges of supplying cocaine, and ketamine, and was even involved in money laundering. He was listed as the 'Most Wanted' criminal by the UK's National Criminal Agency (NCA) three months ago. After being wanted by the UK police since 2020, he was recently released by the Portuguese police as the time limit for his custody expired. As per media reports, it was believed that Alex was in Spain's Marbella since 2020. Several reports also suggest that he has escaped Spain as well. Also read | Explained: Thailand's bloody mix of drugs, guns and violence In conversation with LAD Bible, a spokesperson for the criminal agency said that they were made aware of this following a habeas corpus application in Portugal's Supreme Court regarding the expiring date for his custody. The representative also added that they are further coordinating with its partners in the UK and Portugal in the case. The NCA is currently in search of fugitives and returning them to face justice. The representative in the conversation also stated that the criminal agency maintains a strong relationship with law partners in Portugal. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Alex Male, UK's most wanted criminal, walks free from Portugal after expiry of time limit

US President Joe Biden believes he can once again beat his predecessor Donald Trump in a possible 2024 rematch. In other news, Australia and several other countries on Wednesday marked the 20th anniversary of the Bali bombings. In the UK, King Charles III's coronation will take place on May 6 next year at Westminster Abbey, according to the royal family website. Finally, Japan's space agency revealed that on Wednesday (October 12) it had to send a self-destruct instruction to its Epsilon rocket after a failed launch.

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"I believe I can beat Donald Trump again," he said during an interview with CNN. He was asked whether he was going to seek four more years in office and about his future prospects in the tussle with the Republican leader.

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At the event, which took place in a Sydney suburb, Albanese said, "Twenty years ago, an act of malice and calculated depravity robbed the world of 202 lives, including 88 Australians. Twenty years on, the ache does not dim."&nbsp;

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Reportedly, alongside King Charles III, his wife, Camilla, the Queen Consort will also be crowned.&nbsp;This will be the first coronation to take place in almost 70 years. Earlier, King Charles III's mother late Queen Elizabeth II took command of the throne in June 1953.&nbsp;

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With Epsilon, Japan was to launch a variety of technology-demonstrating payloads to orbit and the mission was called Innovative Satellite Technology Demonstration 3. This was Japan's first orbital liftoff of 2022.&nbsp;

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US President Joe Biden believes he can once again beat his predecessor Donald Trump in a possible 2024 rematch. In other news, Australia and several other countries on Wednesday marked the 20th anniversary of the Bali bombings.

US President Joe Biden believes he can once again beat his predecessor Donald Trump in a possible 2024 rematch. In other news, Australia and several other countries on Wednesday marked the 20th anniversary of the Bali bombings. In the UK, King Charles III's coronation will take place on May 6 next year at Westminster Abbey, according to the royal family website. Finally, Japan's space agency revealed that on Wednesday (October 12) it had to send a self-destruct instruction to its Epsilon rocket after a failed launch. Click on the headlines to read more: Biden says he can defeat Trump again; gets candid about Putin and the looming nuclear threat "I believe I can beat Donald Trump again," he said during an interview with CNN. He was asked whether he was going to seek four more years in office and about his future prospects in the tussle with the Republican leader. Australia marks 20th anniversary of Bali bombings, Albanese says 'ache does not dim' At the event, which took place in a Sydney suburb, Albanese said, "Twenty years ago, an act of malice and calculated depravity robbed the world of 202 lives, including 88 Australians. Twenty years on, the ache does not dim." King Charles III's coronation date fixed; will be a toned-down affair Reportedly, alongside King Charles III, his wife, Camilla, the Queen Consort will also be crowned. This will be the first coronation to take place in almost 70 years. Earlier, King Charles III's mother late Queen Elizabeth II took command of the throne in June 1953. Japan instructs its space rocket to self-destruct after failed launch With Epsilon, Japan was to launch a variety of technology-demonstrating payloads to orbit and the mission was called Innovative Satellite Technology Demonstration 3. This was Japan's first orbital liftoff of 2022. Watch | Reports: Elon Musk speak to Vladimir Putin before floating 'peace deal' on Russia-Ukraine war

Morning news brief: Biden gets candid about Donald Trump, King Charles III's coronation date fixed, & more 

As North Korea threatens to beef up its nuclear capabilities, South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol said that the nation has nothing to gain from it.

"North Korea is consistently developing and upgrading its nuclear weapons and posing nuclear threats to not only our Republic of Korea but the world," Yoon told reporters, referring to South Korea by its official name.

"I believe it has nothing to gain from nuclear weapons."

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He further vowed to build "robust capabilities" &nbsp;through an alliance with the US and trilateral security cooperation that includes Japan to counter the North's threats.

South Korea's main opposition chief has accused the President of pursuing a "pro-japan defence policy" that might end up with Japanese forces stationed in the nation. Due to Japan's 35 years of colonial rule over South Korea from 1910-45, military cooperation with the nation remains a sensitive issue.

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Yoon however dismissed the opposition's statement and said that such concerns cannot be "justified in the face of nuclear threats."

In response to recent joint naval manoeuvres between South Korean and American forces featuring an aircraft carrier, North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un, according to the country's official media, KCNA, has directed nuclear tactical exercises directed against South Korea over the past two weeks.

The recent flurry of missile tests was part of those exercises. As per KCNA, they were a simulation with mock nuclear heads.

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North Korea's increasingly explicit nuclear threats as per Reuters have triggered an uproar in the South, with some leaders and experts calling for redeploying of US tactical nuclear arms.

Yoon too had earlier advocated a redeployment during his election campaign, reports Reuters, however the leader later backtracked. He claimed that he is in consultation on the issue in Seoul and Washinton but declined further comments.

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As North Korea threatens to beef up its nuclear capabilities, South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol said that the nation has nothing to gain from it. "North Korea is consistently developing and upgrading its nuclear weapons and posing nuclear threats to not only our Republic of Korea but the world," Yoon told reporters, referring to South Korea by its official name.

As North Korea threatens to beef up its nuclear capabilities, South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol said that the nation has nothing to gain from it. "North Korea is consistently developing and upgrading its nuclear weapons and posing nuclear threats to not only our Republic of Korea but the world," Yoon told reporters, referring to South Korea by its official name. "I believe it has nothing to gain from nuclear weapons." Watch | WION Fineprint | North Korea is readying itself for a nuclear test: UN Report He further vowed to build "robust capabilities" through an alliance with the US and trilateral security cooperation that includes Japan to counter the North's threats. South Korea's main opposition chief has accused the President of pursuing a "pro-japan defence policy" that might end up with Japanese forces stationed in the nation. Due to Japan's 35 years of colonial rule over South Korea from 1910-45, military cooperation with the nation remains a sensitive issue. Also read | North Korea's recent missile tests include 'tactical nuclear' drills, overseen by Kim Yoon however dismissed the opposition's statement and said that such concerns cannot be "justified in the face of nuclear threats." In response to recent joint naval manoeuvres between South Korean and American forces featuring an aircraft carrier, North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un, according to the country's official media, KCNA, has directed nuclear tactical exercises directed against South Korea over the past two weeks. The recent flurry of missile tests was part of those exercises. As per KCNA, they were a simulation with mock nuclear heads. Also read | China: US should create conducive conditions for dialogue with North Korea North Korea's increasingly explicit nuclear threats as per Reuters have triggered an uproar in the South, with some leaders and experts calling for redeploying of US tactical nuclear arms. Yoon too had earlier advocated a redeployment during his election campaign, reports Reuters, however the leader later backtracked. He claimed that he is in consultation on the issue in Seoul and Washinton but declined further comments. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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As Russia's assault on its neighbour Ukraine continues for the seventh month and Moscow targeted the nation in a series of deadly missile strikes on Monday, heart-touching videos of defiant Ukrainian children and adults have stolen hearts across social media.

''Ukraine's spirit is unbreakable'' said the caption for one video posted by Ukrainian Defence Ministry. The video showed "residents of Kyiv sing in a metro station during an air raid alert."

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In an evening update, the Ukrainian defence ministry reported that at least 84 missile and air strikes had been carried out by Russia and that 43 cruise missiles and 13 drones had been shot down by Ukrainian air defences.&nbsp;

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Emergency services reported that as missiles ploughed into junctions, parks, and tourist attractions throughout Ukraine, 14 people have been killed and 97 others injured. In spite of this, Ukrainians stood strong in the face of adversity singing the Ukrainian anthem and other patriotic songs, defiant against Russian aggression.

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Residents of Kiev: assist victims of strikes and sing patriotic songs<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Kyiv?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Kyiv</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UkraineRussianWar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UkraineRussianWar</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ukraine?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Ukraine</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RussiaUkraineWar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RussiaUkraineWar</a> <a href="https://t.co/u2YZn3XxNV">pic.twitter.com/u2YZn3XxNV</a>
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It's *impossible* to listen to this and NOT get goosebumps. 
 
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Today, is again February 24, whole <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ukraine?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Ukraine</a> under heavy attack by a criminal and terrorist state. Kyiv’s citizens, in the subway tunnels, used as shelters, sang their patriotic songs, like British under Nazi bombings in 1940/41. The same happened in Piazza Duomo, Milan 🇺🇦🇮🇹 <a href="https://t.co/ee0jnFcQtK">pic.twitter.com/ee0jnFcQtK</a>
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Putin?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Putin</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Russia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Russia</a>'s terrorism can not break the will of the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ukrainians?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Ukrainians</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Kyiv?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Kyiv</a> residents singing a patriotic song while using the subway as shelter during <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Russian?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Russian</a> strikes today. 
 
"If you're going through hell, keep going", - Winston Churchill. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/russiaisaterrorisstate?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#russiaisaterrorisstate</a> <a href="https://t.co/jKiph8L22Y">pic.twitter.com/jKiph8L22Y</a>
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Kyiv. Bomb shelter. Children singing Ukrainian anthem.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SlavaUkraini?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SlavaUkraini</a>! <a href="https://t.co/gS54iROA9E">pic.twitter.com/gS54iROA9E</a>
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The air alert lasts for almost six hours🥺 
People hide in the subway and sing the national anthem of Ukraine 🇺🇦 <a href="https://t.co/GKAXnMQCEF">pic.twitter.com/GKAXnMQCEF</a>
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My assistant <a href="https://twitter.com/MaksymiakOleh?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MaksymiakOleh</a> is also hiding in the subway. At this station, people sing the national anthem of <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ukraine?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Ukraine</a> together with an opera singer. <a href="https://t.co/5STmlkIY9S">pic.twitter.com/5STmlkIY9S</a>
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The onslaught of dozens of cruise missiles launched from the air, land, and sea was the largest wave of attacks to strike Ukraine, away from the front lines—at least since the opening salvos on the war's first day, Feb. 24.

Russian President Vladimir Putin claims to have ordered the "masssive" strike in answer to Ukraine's alleged attack on the bridge linking Russia and Crimea three days back on Saturday (October 8th).

The United States, however, said that attacks on such a scale could not have been put together in just a couple of days.

Ukraine has vowed to strengthen its armed forces with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in his nightly address vowed "we will make the battlefield more painful for the enemy," adding that "we will do everything to strengthen our armed forces."

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As Russia's assault on its neighbour Ukraine continues for the seventh month and Moscow targeted the nation in a series of deadly missile strikes on Monday, heart-touching videos of defiant Ukrainian children and adults have stolen hearts across social media.

As Russia's assault on its neighbour Ukraine continues for the seventh month and Moscow targeted the nation in a series of deadly missile strikes on Monday, heart-touching videos of defiant Ukrainian children and adults have stolen hearts across social media. ''Ukraine's spirit is unbreakable'' said the caption for one video posted by Ukrainian Defence Ministry. The video showed "residents of Kyiv sing in a metro station during an air raid alert." Ukraine’s spirit is unbreakable. Residents of Kyiv sing in a metro station during an air raid alert. pic.twitter.com/xLd8nPK7T4 — Defense of Ukraine (@DefenceU) October 10, 2022 × On Monday, Russia launched its biggest aerial assault since the beginning of the war on Ukrainian cities. As per a Reuters report, quoting Ukrainian officials explosions were reported in Kyiv, Lviv, Ternopil and Zhytomyr in western Ukraine, Dnipro and Kremenchuk in the centre, Zaporizhzhia in the south and Kharkiv in the east. Watch | Gravitas: Putin threatens more missile attacks on Ukraine In an evening update, the Ukrainian defence ministry reported that at least 84 missile and air strikes had been carried out by Russia and that 43 cruise missiles and 13 drones had been shot down by Ukrainian air defences. Also read | India votes to reject Russia's demand for secret ballot on Ukraine at UN Emergency services reported that as missiles ploughed into junctions, parks, and tourist attractions throughout Ukraine, 14 people have been killed and 97 others injured. In spite of this, Ukrainians stood strong in the face of adversity singing the Ukrainian anthem and other patriotic songs, defiant against Russian aggression. Take a look: Residents of Kiev: assist victims of strikes and sing patriotic songs#Kyiv #UkraineRussianWar #Ukraine #RussiaUkraineWar pic.twitter.com/u2YZn3XxNV — Madhaw Tiwari (@MadhawTiwari) October 10, 2022 × 🥹 It's *impossible* to listen to this and NOT get goosebumps. 🥹pic.twitter.com/E3BFoIvn60 — Walter Report 🇺🇦 (@walter_report) October 2, 2022 × Today, is again February 24, whole #Ukraine under heavy attack by a criminal and terrorist state. Kyiv’s citizens, in the subway tunnels, used as shelters, sang their patriotic songs, like British under Nazi bombings in 1940/41. The same happened in Piazza Duomo, Milan 🇺🇦🇮🇹 pic.twitter.com/ee0jnFcQtK — Massimiliano (@maslarussa) October 10, 2022 × #Putin and #Russia's terrorism can not break the will of the #Ukrainians#Kyiv residents singing a patriotic song while using the subway as shelter during #Russian strikes today. "If you're going through hell, keep going", - Winston Churchill. #russiaisaterrorisstate pic.twitter.com/jKiph8L22Y — Ukraine News 🇺🇦 (@Ukrainene) October 10, 2022 × Kyiv. Bomb shelter. Children singing Ukrainian anthem.#SlavaUkraini! pic.twitter.com/gS54iROA9E — olexander scherba🇺🇦 (@olex_scherba) October 10, 2022 × Kyiv, 10.10.2022 The air alert lasts for almost six hours🥺 People hide in the subway and sing the national anthem of Ukraine 🇺🇦 pic.twitter.com/GKAXnMQCEF — НГУ (@ng_ukraine) October 10, 2022 × My assistant @MaksymiakOleh is also hiding in the subway. At this station, people sing the national anthem of #Ukraine together with an opera singer. pic.twitter.com/5STmlkIY9S — Inna Sovsun (@InnaSovsun) October 10, 2022 × People are singing the national anthem of Ukraine in a bombshelter in Zhytomir pic.twitter.com/NERYNQo4cP — Giorgi Revishvili (@revishvilig) October 10, 2022 × The onslaught of dozens of cruise missiles launched from the air, land, and sea was the largest wave of attacks to strike Ukraine, away from the front lines—at least since the opening salvos on the war's first day, Feb. 24. Russian President Vladimir Putin claims to have ordered the "masssive" strike in answer to Ukraine's alleged attack on the bridge linking Russia and Crimea three days back on Saturday (October 8th). The United States, however, said that attacks on such a scale could not have been put together in just a couple of days. Ukraine has vowed to strengthen its armed forces with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in his nightly address vowed "we will make the battlefield more painful for the enemy," adding that "we will do everything to strengthen our armed forces." (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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On Sunday (October 9), two climate activists with Extinction Rebellion in Melbourne have been arrested for glueing themselves to one of Picasso's paintings at the National Gallery of Victoria.&nbsp;

The organisation on Twitter&nbsp;posted that the two activists glued themselves to the glass of "Picasso's Massacre in Korea" standing alongside the banner that read "Climate Chaos=War and Famine," which showed the link between climate change and human suffering, CNN reported.&nbsp;

The two activists, one 49-year-old woman from New South Wales and one 59-year-old man from Melbourne were arrested after being removed from the painting around 2:00 pm.

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As per the police, the protesters entered the gallery before the two activists glued themselves to the painting around 12:40 pm on Sunday.

The police further claimed to have done three arrests including of the two activists along with one elderly man as well.

The group, Extinction Rebellion claimed that no art was harmed in the instance.&nbsp;

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Climate Change has been a matter of concern, especially this year, with frequent floods, heavy rainfall, heatwaves and drought.&nbsp;

Countries worldwide have been dealing with severe droughts such as France, and Spain along with some major floods in South Asia like Pakistan. India also witnessed a record-breaking heat wave this year.&nbsp;

Protests in Australia have been frequent. During campaigns to&nbsp;elect the new prime minister, climate change was one of the major agendas. The current Australian&nbsp;Prime Minister Anthony Albanese along with his administration has claimed to make further changes to control climate change.&nbsp;

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On Sunday (October 9), two climate activists with Extinction Rebellion in Melbourne have been arrested for glueing themselves to one of Picasso's paintings at the National Gallery of Victoria.

On Sunday (October 9), two climate activists with Extinction Rebellion in Melbourne have been arrested for glueing themselves to one of Picasso's paintings at the National Gallery of Victoria. The organisation on Twitter posted that the two activists glued themselves to the glass of "Picasso's Massacre in Korea" standing alongside the banner that read "Climate Chaos=War and Famine," which showed the link between climate change and human suffering, CNN reported. The two activists, one 49-year-old woman from New South Wales and one 59-year-old man from Melbourne were arrested after being removed from the painting around 2:00 pm. Also read | Woman claims Apple Watch helped in detecting her pregnancy before clinical test As per the police, the protesters entered the gallery before the two activists glued themselves to the painting around 12:40 pm on Sunday. The police further claimed to have done three arrests including of the two activists along with one elderly man as well. The group, Extinction Rebellion claimed that no art was harmed in the instance. Also read | Ukrainian girl captures Kyiv missile explosions with phone camera - WATCH Climate Change has been a matter of concern, especially this year, with frequent floods, heavy rainfall, heatwaves and drought. Countries worldwide have been dealing with severe droughts such as France, and Spain along with some major floods in South Asia like Pakistan. India also witnessed a record-breaking heat wave this year. Protests in Australia have been frequent. During campaigns to elect the new prime minister, climate change was one of the major agendas. The current Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese along with his administration has claimed to make further changes to control climate change. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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Ukraine denounced Russia as a "terrorist state" at an urgent United Nations General Assembly meeting on Monday. In other news, the UK intelligence chief warns that China's use of technology is a threat to global security as Beijing wants to use new technologies to repress dissent at home and spread its influence across the world. Finally, As North Korea threatens to beef up its nuclear capabilities, &nbsp;South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol said that the nation has nothing to gain from it.

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"Russia has proven once again that this is a terrorist state that must be deterred in the strongest possible ways," said Sergiy Kyslytsya,&nbsp;Ukraine's ambassador to the UN in his opening remarks.&nbsp;

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According to the extracts of Jeremy Fleming's scheduled speech, he thinks that China is using its financial and scientific muscle from digital currencies to satellite systems&nbsp;to manipulate technologies.

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"North Korea is consistently developing and upgrading its nuclear weapons and posing nuclear threats to not only our Republic of Korea but the world," Yoon told reporters, referring to South Korea by its official name.

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Ukraine denounced Russia as a "terrorist state" at an urgent United Nations General Assembly meeting on Monday. In other news, the UK intelligence chief warns that China's use of technology is a threat to global security as Beijing wants to use new technologies to repress dissent at home and spread its influence across the world.

Ukraine denounced Russia as a "terrorist state" at an urgent United Nations General Assembly meeting on Monday. In other news, the UK intelligence chief warns that China's use of technology is a threat to global security as Beijing wants to use new technologies to repress dissent at home and spread its influence across the world. Finally, As North Korea threatens to beef up its nuclear capabilities, South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol said that the nation has nothing to gain from it. Click on the headlines to read more: LIVE | Russian strikes kill 14 in Ukraine | Kyiv calls Russia a 'terrorist state' "Russia has proven once again that this is a terrorist state that must be deterred in the strongest possible ways," said Sergiy Kyslytsya, Ukraine's ambassador to the UN in his opening remarks. China's use of technology is a threat to global security, warns UK spy chief According to the extracts of Jeremy Fleming's scheduled speech, he thinks that China is using its financial and scientific muscle from digital currencies to satellite systems to manipulate technologies. As N.Korea ramps up missile tests, South Korean President says it has 'nothing to gain from nuclear weapons' "North Korea is consistently developing and upgrading its nuclear weapons and posing nuclear threats to not only our Republic of Korea but the world," Yoon told reporters, referring to South Korea by its official name. Watch | Gravitas: Elon Musk's solution for China-Taiwan conflict Watch | Gravitas Global Headlines: Nobel Prize 2022; Iran anti-govt protests; Malaysian parliament dissolved

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Experts have warned that criminals can make use of heat-detecting cameras to crack passwords. Researchers discovered that these cameras can help crack passwords up to a minute after typing.

Researchers at the University of Glasgow have developed a tool called ThermoSecure System that used thermal images in combination with artificial intelligence to make "informed guesses" of what the password could be, reported Bloomberg.&nbsp;

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"They say you need to think like a thief to catch a thief," says Mohamed Khamis of the Scottish university's School of Computing Science.

He added that his team developed ThermoSecure by "thinking carefully about how malicious actors might exploit thermal images to break into computers and smartphones."

Their findings have been published in the journal ACM Transactions on Privacy and Security.

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<h2>How often can passwords be cracked?</h2>

Two words answer is 'quite often'. The system successfully cracked around 86 per cent of the passwords when a thermal image was clicked within 20 seconds of typing in the secret code or password.

It even successfully cracked long passwords of around 16 characters. However, the success rate for this was lower at 67 per cent.

Shorter passwords had a higher success rate. Up to 12 characters were guessed right on 82 per cent of the tries, eight characters were cracked right on 93 per cent of attempts and six character codes were successfully worked out 100 per cent.

When the time was increased by 10 seconds and the thermal image was clicked in around 30 seconds the success rate dropped to 76 per cent and a further drop to 62 per cent was seen at 60 seconds of typing.

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<h2>How does it work?</h2>

When we touch an object a small part of our body heat is transferred via conduction. Thermal images detect this heat and these areas show up a little bit brighter in the picture.

If a user types in his/her password and leaves the device unguarded, any passerby equipped with a thermal camera can capture an image that reveals the heat signature. This 'thermal attack'&nbsp;can then give away your passwords, codes etc.

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Experts have warned that criminals can make use of heat-detecting cameras to crack passwords. Researchers discovered that these cameras can help crack passwords up to a minute after typing.

Experts have warned that criminals can make use of heat-detecting cameras to crack passwords. Researchers discovered that these cameras can help crack passwords up to a minute after typing. Researchers at the University of Glasgow have developed a tool called ThermoSecure System that used thermal images in combination with artificial intelligence to make "informed guesses" of what the password could be, reported Bloomberg. Watch | Gravitas: The Perils of Technology "They say you need to think like a thief to catch a thief," says Mohamed Khamis of the Scottish university's School of Computing Science. He added that his team developed ThermoSecure by "thinking carefully about how malicious actors might exploit thermal images to break into computers and smartphones." Their findings have been published in the journal ACM Transactions on Privacy and Security. Also read | iPhone's crash detection feature assumes woman enjoying rollercoaster has been in crash, calls 911 How often can passwords be cracked? Two words answer is 'quite often'. The system successfully cracked around 86 per cent of the passwords when a thermal image was clicked within 20 seconds of typing in the secret code or password. It even successfully cracked long passwords of around 16 characters. However, the success rate for this was lower at 67 per cent. Shorter passwords had a higher success rate. Up to 12 characters were guessed right on 82 per cent of the tries, eight characters were cracked right on 93 per cent of attempts and six character codes were successfully worked out 100 per cent. When the time was increased by 10 seconds and the thermal image was clicked in around 30 seconds the success rate dropped to 76 per cent and a further drop to 62 per cent was seen at 60 seconds of typing. Also read | China successfully launches its first solar observatory How does it work? When we touch an object a small part of our body heat is transferred via conduction. Thermal images detect this heat and these areas show up a little bit brighter in the picture. If a user types in his/her password and leaves the device unguarded, any passerby equipped with a thermal camera can capture an image that reveals the heat signature. This 'thermal attack' can then give away your passwords, codes etc. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Fans of Apple went gaga over the recent 'Far Out'event which introduced to the masses iPhone14 and "futuristic" specifications like its much-touted "Crash Detection" feature.

However, in the next few weeks, several issues have been reported with these specs. The latest as per a Wall Street Journal (WSJ) report casts doubt on the efficacy of the safety feature which is supposed to help emergency services reach users ASAP in case of an accident or crash.

The report details a recent "roller coaster ride" of an incident at an amusement park in Cincinnati.&nbsp;

A woman's iPhone 14 alerted the authorities of a crash as she enjoyed a ride. The phone's new car-crash detection was triggered as she "enjoyed getting hoisted 109 feet in the air and whipped around at over 50 mph".

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The phone placed a 911 call to the Warren County Communications Center with an automated voice message which said “The owner of this iPhone was in a severe car crash and is not responding to their phone.”

It also picked up the background audio from the amusement park; hoots, cheers, music and adrenaline-fueled people having fun.

As per the 911 report, an emergency response team was sent to the location but they couldn't locate any emergency. The iPhone user realised the whole thing and called the emergency services back to tell them that she is okay. Ironically she reassured them that she hasn't been in a car crash from the line for 'bumper cars'.

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While the incident is in a certain way hilarious, it also raises the question of how dependable the feature is. There would be nothing funny about receiving an alert that your loved one has been in a crash, only to discover that they were having fun at a fair or amusement park and just forgot to answer their phone.

This is not to say that the emergency call is placed undetected by the user. The feature uses a combination of sensor data to assess a potential crash. If detected, it shows a message on the screen for ten seconds, following which a ten-second countdown happens, accompanied by an alarm.&nbsp;

Only after this countdown, emergency services are contacted. A message is also sent to your emergency contact.

However, as the incident demonstrates you sometimes forget to check your phone.

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The false alarms can be scary and they will grow in number as more people buy the new model of iPhone. It has to be acknowledged that technology can make mistakes, for it the difference between a deadly crash and a thrilling ride might be non-existent.

In spite of that, there have already been multiple cases where the feature was literally a lifesaver, in one it alerted authorities to a deadly accident where a car crashed into a tree. The crash had no witnesses and without the alert, the user might have perished.

Even if scary or irritating this feature has saved lives and will continue to do so, one can only hope that Apple will soon launch an update fixing this "bug". 
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Fans of Apple went gaga over the recent 'Far Out'event which introduced to the masses iPhone14 and "futuristic" specifications like its much-touted "Crash Detection" feature. However, in the next few weeks, several issues have been reported with these specs. The latest as per a Wall Street Journal (WSJ) report casts doubt on the efficacy of the safety feature which is supposed to help emergency services reach users ASAP in case of an accident or crash. The report details a recent "roller coaster ride" of an incident at an amusement park in Cincinnati. A woman's iPhone 14 alerted the authorities of a crash as she enjoyed a ride. The phone's new car-crash detection was triggered as she "enjoyed getting hoisted 109 feet in the air and whipped around at over 50 mph". Watch | Gravitas: The Perils of Technology The phone placed a 911 call to the Warren County Communications Center with an automated voice message which said “The owner of this iPhone was in a severe car crash and is not responding to their phone.” It also picked up the background audio from the amusement park; hoots, cheers, music and adrenaline-fueled people having fun. As per the 911 report, an emergency response team was sent to the location but they couldn't locate any emergency. The iPhone user realised the whole thing and called the emergency services back to tell them that she is okay. Ironically she reassured them that she hasn't been in a car crash from the line for 'bumper cars'. Also read | An iPhone reportedly alerted responders about a car crash in Nebraska, US While the incident is in a certain way hilarious, it also raises the question of how dependable the feature is. There would be nothing funny about receiving an alert that your loved one has been in a crash, only to discover that they were having fun at a fair or amusement park and just forgot to answer their phone. This is not to say that the emergency call is placed undetected by the user. The feature uses a combination of sensor data to assess a potential crash. If detected, it shows a message on the screen for ten seconds, following which a ten-second countdown happens, accompanied by an alarm. Only after this countdown, emergency services are contacted. A message is also sent to your emergency contact. However, as the incident demonstrates you sometimes forget to check your phone. Also read | Why Apple's new emergency SOS via satellite service for iPhone 14 is a 'big deal' The false alarms can be scary and they will grow in number as more people buy the new model of iPhone. It has to be acknowledged that technology can make mistakes, for it the difference between a deadly crash and a thrilling ride might be non-existent. In spite of that, there have already been multiple cases where the feature was literally a lifesaver, in one it alerted authorities to a deadly accident where a car crashed into a tree. The crash had no witnesses and without the alert, the user might have perished. Even if scary or irritating this feature has saved lives and will continue to do so, one can only hope that Apple will soon launch an update fixing this "bug". (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Shares in major Asian computer chipmakers slumped on Tuesday after the US announced tough new measures to restrict sales of technology to China.

The US said it will ban American firms from selling certain chips used for supercomputers and artificial intelligence to Chinese firms, BBC reported.

The rules, which were announced on October 7, also target sales from non-US companies that use American equipment.

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Technology firms are also seeing demand fall as the global economy slows.

On Tuesday, shares of Taiwanese chipmaker TSMC tumbled 7.7 per cent, South Koreas Samsung Electronics was 2.3 per cent lower, while Tokyo Electron in Japan fell by 5.5 per cent.

The falls came after stock markets in Taiwan, South Korea and Japan reopened after being closed for public holidays on Monday.

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Elsewhere in Asia, shares in China's biggest chipmaker SMIC fell by 1.7 per cent in Hong Kong, the BBC reported.

Under the regulations, US companies must apply for a licence to supply Chinese chipmakers with equipment that can produce more advanced chips.

Washington said the rules were aimed at curbing Chinese military and technological advances.

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The measures, some of which take effect immediately, mark one of the biggest shifts in US policy toward exporting technology to China in decades.

In the US on Monday, the technology-heavy Nasdaq index closed at its lowest level since July 2020 as shares in chipmakers Intel, Nvidia, Qualcomm and Advanced Micro Devices fell, the BBC reported.

Technology shares around the world have also been hit in recent weeks by lower demand for electronic products ranging from computers to smartphones.

On October 7, South Korean technology giant Samsung warned of a 32 per cent slide in its profits.

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Shares in major Asian computer chipmakers slumped on Tuesday after the US announced tough new measures to restrict sales of technology to China. The US said it will ban American firms from selling certain chips used for supercomputers and artificial intelligence to Chinese firms, BBC reported. The rules, which were announced on October 7, also target sales from non-US companies that use American equipment. Watch | World Business Watch: Samsung Electronics posts first quarterly earnings drop in nearly 3 years Technology firms are also seeing demand fall as the global economy slows. On Tuesday, shares of Taiwanese chipmaker TSMC tumbled 7.7 per cent, South Koreas Samsung Electronics was 2.3 per cent lower, while Tokyo Electron in Japan fell by 5.5 per cent. The falls came after stock markets in Taiwan, South Korea and Japan reopened after being closed for public holidays on Monday. Also read | US enforces export controls to restrict China's chip supply for hi-tech military applications Elsewhere in Asia, shares in China's biggest chipmaker SMIC fell by 1.7 per cent in Hong Kong, the BBC reported. Under the regulations, US companies must apply for a licence to supply Chinese chipmakers with equipment that can produce more advanced chips. Washington said the rules were aimed at curbing Chinese military and technological advances. Also read | The semiconductor wars: US to announce fresh chip export restrictions to China The measures, some of which take effect immediately, mark one of the biggest shifts in US policy toward exporting technology to China in decades. In the US on Monday, the technology-heavy Nasdaq index closed at its lowest level since July 2020 as shares in chipmakers Intel, Nvidia, Qualcomm and Advanced Micro Devices fell, the BBC reported. Technology shares around the world have also been hit in recent weeks by lower demand for electronic products ranging from computers to smartphones. On October 7, South Korean technology giant Samsung warned of a 32 per cent slide in its profits. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Would you ever picture a soldier in a wheelchair when you think of the Army or a war? Russia's compulsory partial military mobilisation almost made that a reality.

As the Ukraine war continues for the seventh month, Russian President Vladimir Putin a few weeks back ordered the compulsory mobilisation of Russian citizens for the first time since World War II.&nbsp;

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Putin in his televised address announcing this had said that "only citizens who are currently in the reserve and, above all, those who served in the armed forces, have certain military specialities and relevant experience will be subject to conscription".&nbsp;

However, multiple bizarre conscription orders have now come to light.&nbsp;

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In one case, a wheelchair-bound paraplegic Russian man received his orders to join the army in its invasion of Ukraine. Oleg Vasiliev, a man who can barely move his body due to spinal muscular atrophy has been ordered to report to his local draft office.

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Another man, Dmitry Ignatov who lost a leg when an S-300 rocket launcher fell on him while he was serving in Severodvinsk during his time in the army also received a summons. Dmitry is a celebrity in hi sown right, a TV presenter and para-athlete, he raises awareness about the disabled in Russia.

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PDM News reports that Dmitry has been released from his summons.&nbsp;

"I went to the military enlistment office in the morning, they checked my documents and released me. No one is calling me, just checking documents and that’s it," he said.

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This comes as hundreds attempt to flee Russia, trying to escape joining the war, with many spending thousands of dollars on private flight seats out of Russia.&nbsp;

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Would you ever picture a soldier in a wheelchair when you think of the Army or a war? Russia's compulsory partial military mobilisation almost made that a reality. As the Ukraine war continues for the seventh month, Russian President Vladimir Putin a few weeks back ordered the compulsory mobilisation of Russian citizens for the first time since World War II. Watch | Russia Mobilisation: Long lines at Russia-Georgia border, calls in military reservists Putin in his televised address announcing this had said that "only citizens who are currently in the reserve and, above all, those who served in the armed forces, have certain military specialities and relevant experience will be subject to conscription". However, multiple bizarre conscription orders have now come to light. Also read | Trying to escape mobilisation, Russians pay $27,000 for seats on private planes out of country In one case, a wheelchair-bound paraplegic Russian man received his orders to join the army in its invasion of Ukraine. Oleg Vasiliev, a man who can barely move his body due to spinal muscular atrophy has been ordered to report to his local draft office. × Another man, Dmitry Ignatov who lost a leg when an S-300 rocket launcher fell on him while he was serving in Severodvinsk during his time in the army also received a summons. Dmitry is a celebrity in hi sown right, a TV presenter and para-athlete, he raises awareness about the disabled in Russia. Also read | Satellite images show 10-mile-long traffic jam at Russian borders amid mobilisation PDM News reports that Dmitry has been released from his summons. "I went to the military enlistment office in the morning, they checked my documents and released me. No one is calling me, just checking documents and that’s it," he said. (Image courtesy: PDM News) This comes as hundreds attempt to flee Russia, trying to escape joining the war, with many spending thousands of dollars on private flight seats out of Russia. × As per Mirror UK, Russian conscripts have started protesting "over being treated like 'cattle'", with many soldiers moaning about no training being provided to them even as they travel to the frontlines. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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The seven recent North Korean missile launches, personally overseen by leader Kim Jong Un, were all "tactical nuclear" drills, state media said Monday. In other news, Donald Trump has called for an immediate "peaceful end" to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. Finally, controversial American rapper Kanye West has been locked out of his Twitter account after posting anti-Semitic content.

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The seven recent North Korean missile launches, personally overseen by leader Kim Jong Un, were all "tactical nuclear" drills, state media said Monday. In other news, Donald Trump has called for an immediate "peaceful end" to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict.

The seven recent North Korean missile launches, personally overseen by leader Kim Jong Un, were all "tactical nuclear" drills, state media said Monday. In other news, Donald Trump has called for an immediate "peaceful end" to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. Finally, controversial American rapper Kanye West has been locked out of his Twitter account after posting anti-Semitic content. Click on the headlines to read more: North Korea claims recent missile tests were 'tactical nuclear drills' At a key party congress in January 2021, Kim outlined a five-year defence development plan, calling for the development of smaller and lighter nuclear weapons for "more tactical uses." Trump believes 'World War III' is a possibility, blames 'stupid people' for Russia-Ukraine conflict escalation Trump said: "We must demand the immediate negotiation of a peaceful end to the war in Ukraine, or we will end up in World War III and there will be nothing left of our planet." Kanye West's Twitter account locked a day after his return to the platform “I’m a bit sleepy tonight but when I wake up I’m going death con 3 On JEWISH PEOPLE The funny thing is I actually can’t be Anti Semitic because black people are actually Jew also You guys have toyed with me and tried to black ball anyone whoever opposes your agenda,” tweeted West. Watch | ‘Miracle’ three-year-old child survived Thailand massacre asleep under blanket Watch | Rio: Pavers train the next generation to maintain iconic Portuguese pavements

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At least 85 people are estimated to have lost their lives when an overloaded boat capsized in a flood-swollen river in Nigeria's Anambra, reports AFP quoting President Muhammadu Buhari.

"The boat reportedly carrying 85 persons capsized following rising floods in the Ogbaru area of the state, with emergency services confirming a death toll of 76," said Buhari's office.

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Almost everyone on board is believed to have died. The president has directed emergency services to provide relief, however, the agency said that rising water levels are hampering the rescue efforts.

"The water level is very high and too risky for a smooth search and rescue operation," said the southeast coordinator of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) Thickman Tanimu while talking to AFP.

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Tanimu said that&nbsp;the flooding is the worst witnessed by the country in recent years, with water levels around one-tenth higher than a decade ago. His agency has also requested the Nigerian Air Force to provide helicopters for rescue efforts.

As&nbsp;per Reuters, Anambra and 28 other of the 36 Nigerian states have experienced flooding this year. The floods which have impacted around half a million people have washed away crops, homes and roads and caused a lot of property damage.

Farmers in the nation have predicted that the floods will also push food bills higher in the nation where the last couple of years saw millions fall into poverty.&nbsp;

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"I pray for the repose of the souls of the deceased and for everyone's safety, as well as the well-being of the family members of the victims of this tragic accident," said Buhari.

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At least 85 people are estimated to have lost their lives when an overloaded boat capsized in a flood-swollen river in Nigeria's Anambra, reports AFP quoting President Muhammadu Buhari. "The boat reportedly carrying 85 persons capsized following rising floods in the Ogbaru area of the state, with emergency services confirming a death toll of 76," said Buhari's office. Watch | WION Climate Tracker | 20 million people on brink of starvation across East Africa Almost everyone on board is believed to have died. The president has directed emergency services to provide relief, however, the agency said that rising water levels are hampering the rescue efforts. "The water level is very high and too risky for a smooth search and rescue operation," said the southeast coordinator of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) Thickman Tanimu while talking to AFP. Also read | US city to sue Kia and Hyundai for making cars easier to steal in the viral TikTok challenge Tanimu said that the flooding is the worst witnessed by the country in recent years, with water levels around one-tenth higher than a decade ago. His agency has also requested the Nigerian Air Force to provide helicopters for rescue efforts. As per Reuters, Anambra and 28 other of the 36 Nigerian states have experienced flooding this year. The floods which have impacted around half a million people have washed away crops, homes and roads and caused a lot of property damage. Farmers in the nation have predicted that the floods will also push food bills higher in the nation where the last couple of years saw millions fall into poverty. Also read | British Royal Navy seizes $17 million worth of drugs in Arabian Sea "I pray for the repose of the souls of the deceased and for everyone's safety, as well as the well-being of the family members of the victims of this tragic accident," said Buhari. In Nigeria, where overloading, speeding, poor maintenance and a disregard for rules create a constant danger, boat accidents are a regular happening. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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According to a report, several major US and foreign banks stand to suffer losses of $500 million or more if they carry out their commitments to finance Elon Musk's $44 billion acquisition of Twitter.

The banks, led by Morgan Stanley and six others, including Barclays and Bank of America, pledged to raise $13 billion in debt six months ago to finance Musk's purchase. This commitment is unconditional and does not depend on their ability to sell the debt to investors.&nbsp;

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As per Bloomberg "if the debt were to be sold now" it would lead to a collective loss of $500 million or more.

Banks agreed to terms with lower returns when financing the Musk-Twitter deal in April. Since then, the credit markets have gotten worse as a result of higher interest rates following efforts to reduce record inflation, with returns on riskier junk bonds and leveraged loans increasing. This can potentially result in write-downs.

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“I think that those banks would like to get out of it, I think the deal makes less sense for them now, and that the debt will be harder to syndicate to investors,” said Howard Fischer of Moses Singler law firm while talking to Bloomberg.

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However, he cautioned that, despite incurring significant losses, there aren't many legal or reputational ways for banks to avoid granting the loan.

This comes as last week Musk abruptly abandoned his three-month attempt to end the Twitter agreement through a US court in Delaware. The billionaire had blamed the prevalence of false accounts on the social media platform for his disinterest in sticking to the deal.

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According to a report, several major US and foreign banks stand to suffer losses of $500 million or more if they carry out their commitments to finance Elon Musk's $44 billion acquisition of Twitter.

According to a report, several major US and foreign banks stand to suffer losses of $500 million or more if they carry out their commitments to finance Elon Musk's $44 billion acquisition of Twitter. The banks, led by Morgan Stanley and six others, including Barclays and Bank of America, pledged to raise $13 billion in debt six months ago to finance Musk's purchase. This commitment is unconditional and does not depend on their ability to sell the debt to investors. Watch | Elon Musk offers proposal to resolve China-Taiwan tensions As per Bloomberg "if the debt were to be sold now" it would lead to a collective loss of $500 million or more. Banks agreed to terms with lower returns when financing the Musk-Twitter deal in April. Since then, the credit markets have gotten worse as a result of higher interest rates following efforts to reduce record inflation, with returns on riskier junk bonds and leveraged loans increasing. This can potentially result in write-downs. Also read | Deal back on: How much will Twitter change after takeover by Elon Musk? “I think that those banks would like to get out of it, I think the deal makes less sense for them now, and that the debt will be harder to syndicate to investors,” said Howard Fischer of Moses Singler law firm while talking to Bloomberg. Also read | After Ukraine-Russia, Elon Musk now has a suggestion on how to end China-Taiwan tensions However, he cautioned that, despite incurring significant losses, there aren't many legal or reputational ways for banks to avoid granting the loan. This comes as last week Musk abruptly abandoned his three-month attempt to end the Twitter agreement through a US court in Delaware. The billionaire had blamed the prevalence of false accounts on the social media platform for his disinterest in sticking to the deal. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Police in Gambia on Saturday announced they were launching an investigation into the deaths of dozens of children, amid growing concern over imported medicines.&nbsp;Following the deaths of 66 children, most from acute kidney failure, police said in a statement they were putting senior officers on the investigation.

India is investigating cough syrups made by a local pharmaceutical company after the World Health Organisation said they could be responsible for the deaths.

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President Adama Barrow authorised the health authorities "to suspend the license of the suspected... importer" involved in the case, his office said on Saturday evening.&nbsp;

The foreign ministry was to communicate "his government's most profound concern" to the Indian embassy, it added.

Barrow on Friday promised to boost health measures including better quality control over imported medicines.

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He said the government would leave "no stone unturned" to get to the bottom of the incident.

The WHO on Wednesday issued an alert over four cough and cold syrups made by Maiden Pharmaceuticals in India over possible links to the deaths.

Laboratory testing had found unacceptable levels of potentially life-threatening contaminants, the WHO said, adding that the products may have been distributed beyond the West African country.

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Gambian health authorities had on September 23 ordered a recall of all medicines containing paracetamol or promethazine syrup.

Barrow announced a raft of measures to avoid future tragedies, including the creation of "a quality control national laboratory for drugs and food safety".

He also promised to update the nation's drugs-related laws to ensure regulation could prevent any such incidents in the future.&nbsp;He praised the work of the health ministry in preventing further deaths.&nbsp;He said the outbreak was "now under control, with only two cases reported in the last two weeks".

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Police in Gambia on Saturday announced they were launching an investigation into the deaths of dozens of children, amid growing concern over imported medicines. Following the deaths of 66 children, most from acute kidney failure, police said in a statement they were putting senior officers on the investigation. India is investigating cough syrups made by a local pharmaceutical company after the World Health Organisation said they could be responsible for the deaths. Watch | Gravitas: Gambia Cough Syrup deaths: All you need to know President Adama Barrow authorised the health authorities "to suspend the license of the suspected... importer" involved in the case, his office said on Saturday evening. The foreign ministry was to communicate "his government's most profound concern" to the Indian embassy, it added. Barrow on Friday promised to boost health measures including better quality control over imported medicines. Also read | Gambia cough syrup row: Indian body says WHO yet to provide 'one to one causal relation of deaths' He said the government would leave "no stone unturned" to get to the bottom of the incident. The WHO on Wednesday issued an alert over four cough and cold syrups made by Maiden Pharmaceuticals in India over possible links to the deaths. Laboratory testing had found unacceptable levels of potentially life-threatening contaminants, the WHO said, adding that the products may have been distributed beyond the West African country. Also read | WHO alleges 'made in India' cough syrup linked to death of 66 kids in Gambia, probe underway Gambian health authorities had on September 23 ordered a recall of all medicines containing paracetamol or promethazine syrup. Barrow announced a raft of measures to avoid future tragedies, including the creation of "a quality control national laboratory for drugs and food safety". He also promised to update the nation's drugs-related laws to ensure regulation could prevent any such incidents in the future. He praised the work of the health ministry in preventing further deaths. He said the outbreak was "now under control, with only two cases reported in the last two weeks". WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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36 years since a catastrophic meltdown at the Chernobyl power plant unleashed one of the world's worst nuclear disasters, now "mutant" black frogs are spawning in the vicinity.

The species of frog found in this area, known as the Eastern tree frogs (Hyla Orientalis), typically have bright green skin but now many have sprung up with dark or pigmented skin.

A study published in Evolutionary Applications details the research surrounding these frogs' evolution. Scientists believe that darker skin might help the frogs survive in the exclusion zone.&nbsp;

Watch |&nbsp;Chernobyl Disaster: What happened in 1986?

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Germán Orizaola a researcher at the Spain University of Oviedo&nbsp;and a co-author of the study, said that his team became aware of the frogs on their first night in Chernobyl.

"We know that melanin protects from the damage caused by different types of radiation, from UV to ionizing radiation – the kind at Chernobyl," Daily Mail quotes&nbsp;Orizaola as saying.

Orizaola and his co-author&nbsp;Pablo Burraco&nbsp;collected more than 200 male frog specimens from about a dozen different breeding ponds with varying levels of radiation between 2017 and 2019, reports TWC.

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The frogs in the exclusion zone which spans 10,000 square miles around ground zero were much darker than those outside it.&nbsp;

However, the most radioactive locations today did not correlate with the darkest frog populations. Although darker frogs were most prominent in the areas that were worst affected at the time of the catastrophe. 
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Illustration: Study | (a) Ionizing radiation and melanism in Chornobyl tree frogs.&nbsp;Dorsal skin luminance in eastern tree frog (Hyla orientalis) males inhabiting across a gradient of radiation inside (CEZ) or outside the Chornobyl exclusion zone (outside CEZ). (b) Range of dorsal skin luminance in H. orientalis males (from left to right: Luminance values of 5, 20, 30, 40 and 60).

Darker frogs would have had a higher chance of surviving the 1986 calamity, which means that natural selection of the fittest might've helped them thrive, and dominate the exclusion zone.

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"Under this scenario, they should have survived better and reproduced better than the normal green frogs."

"Over time – 10 to 12 generations of frogs have passed since the accident – this would have resulted in these black frogs being predominant within the exclusion zone."

The researchers added that further study is needed to "determine the underlying mechanisms and evolutionary consequences of the patterns found here".

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36 years since a catastrophic meltdown at the Chernobyl power plant unleashed one of the world's worst nuclear disasters, now "mutant" black frogs are spawning in the vicinity.

36 years since a catastrophic meltdown at the Chernobyl power plant unleashed one of the world's worst nuclear disasters, now "mutant" black frogs are spawning in the vicinity. The species of frog found in this area, known as the Eastern tree frogs (Hyla Orientalis), typically have bright green skin but now many have sprung up with dark or pigmented skin. A study published in Evolutionary Applications details the research surrounding these frogs' evolution. Scientists believe that darker skin might help the frogs survive in the exclusion zone. Watch | Chernobyl Disaster: What happened in 1986? Germán Orizaola a researcher at the Spain University of Oviedo and a co-author of the study, said that his team became aware of the frogs on their first night in Chernobyl. "We know that melanin protects from the damage caused by different types of radiation, from UV to ionizing radiation – the kind at Chernobyl," Daily Mail quotes Orizaola as saying. Orizaola and his co-author Pablo Burraco collected more than 200 male frog specimens from about a dozen different breeding ponds with varying levels of radiation between 2017 and 2019, reports TWC. Also read | Thousands of wild salmon found dead as British Columbia's river dries out The frogs in the exclusion zone which spans 10,000 square miles around ground zero were much darker than those outside it. However, the most radioactive locations today did not correlate with the darkest frog populations. Although darker frogs were most prominent in the areas that were worst affected at the time of the catastrophe. Illustration: Study | (a) Ionizing radiation and melanism in Chornobyl tree frogs. Dorsal skin luminance in eastern tree frog (Hyla orientalis) males inhabiting across a gradient of radiation inside (CEZ) or outside the Chornobyl exclusion zone (outside CEZ). (b) Range of dorsal skin luminance in H. orientalis males (from left to right: Luminance values of 5, 20, 30, 40 and 60). Darker frogs would have had a higher chance of surviving the 1986 calamity, which means that natural selection of the fittest might've helped them thrive, and dominate the exclusion zone. Also read | 'Significant milestone': Hole in the ozone layer will close in the next 50 years "Under this scenario, they should have survived better and reproduced better than the normal green frogs." "Over time – 10 to 12 generations of frogs have passed since the accident – this would have resulted in these black frogs being predominant within the exclusion zone." The researchers added that further study is needed to "determine the underlying mechanisms and evolutionary consequences of the patterns found here". (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Multiple incidents in and around the occupied West Banks resulted in fatalities on Saturday. An Israeli female soldier was fatally shot at Shuafat checkpoint at the entrance to a Palestinian refugee camp on Jerusalem's outskirts near the West Bank. In a separate incident, Israeli forces killed two Palestinian teens in the West Bank city of Jenin.

As per Israeli police, a shooter opened fire at Israeli forces, while the female soldier was killed, another person a bodyguard was severely injured. Forces are now hunting for the assailants.&nbsp;

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Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid described the shooting as a "severe" attack and the force said it had deployed a helicopter and special forces as part of the manhunt for the shooter.

AFP reports quoting Israeli emergency medical services Magen David Adom (MADA) that a third person whose nationality is yet to be specified was also hit by shrapnel.

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In the other incident, Israeli military while on an operation to arrest an Islamic Jihad militant group gunman fired at Palestinians who allegedly shot at and threw explosives at them, reports&nbsp;Reuters. As per the Palestinian health ministry, this clash resulted in the death of two teens aged 16 and 18, while 11 other people were injured.

As Israel prepares for elections on November 1, the most recent of the near-daily incursions into Jenin, a militant bastion, has highlighted the tumultuous security situation in the West Bank.

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Tor Wennesland, the UN envoy for the Middle East, expressed alarm over the violence and urged restraint.

Around 80 Palestinians, including militants and civilians, have been slain in the West Bank's recent spike in violence.

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Multiple incidents in and around the occupied West Banks resulted in fatalities on Saturday. An Israeli female soldier was fatally shot at Shuafat checkpoint at the entrance to a Palestinian refugee camp on Jerusalem's outskirts near the West Bank. In a separate incident, Israeli forces killed two Palestinian teens in the West Bank city of Jenin. As per Israeli police, a shooter opened fire at Israeli forces, while the female soldier was killed, another person a bodyguard was severely injured. Forces are now hunting for the assailants. Watch | Palestinian shot dead by Israeli army in West Bank Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid described the shooting as a "severe" attack and the force said it had deployed a helicopter and special forces as part of the manhunt for the shooter. AFP reports quoting Israeli emergency medical services Magen David Adom (MADA) that a third person whose nationality is yet to be specified was also hit by shrapnel. Also read | Two Palestinian teens shot dead in another Israeli West Bank operation In the other incident, Israeli military while on an operation to arrest an Islamic Jihad militant group gunman fired at Palestinians who allegedly shot at and threw explosives at them, reports Reuters. As per the Palestinian health ministry, this clash resulted in the death of two teens aged 16 and 18, while 11 other people were injured. As Israel prepares for elections on November 1, the most recent of the near-daily incursions into Jenin, a militant bastion, has highlighted the tumultuous security situation in the West Bank. Also read | 30 Palestinian prisoners held by Israel go on open-ended hunger strike Tor Wennesland, the UN envoy for the Middle East, expressed alarm over the violence and urged restraint. Around 80 Palestinians, including militants and civilians, have been slain in the West Bank's recent spike in violence. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan's helicopter was forced to make an emergency landing after facing a technical problem near Rawalpindi district in Punjab province on Tuesday.

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chief accompanied by other party leaders, was on his way back to the capital city Islamabad from Dera Ismail Khan when his helicopter developed a 'technical fault', reported the Express Tribune citing sources.

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He was reportedly visiting Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa's Dera Ismail Khan district to distribute relief assistance among flood victims.&nbsp;

The report further said that all leaders are safe after the emergency landing thanks to the pilot who showed good presence of mind and averted a possible accident.&nbsp;

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Khan's party posted a video of him interacting with the locals after the emergency landing with a caption in Urdu that can be translated to "Awami leader Imran Khan! Chairman Imran Khan's conversation with local people after the helicopter landed near a village near Adiala on his return from Dera Ismail Khan."

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Following this Khan left for his Bani Gala residence by road. The helicopter will undergo repairs and will be delivered to Noor Khan Airbase by Sunday morning, reported ANI quoting the Express Tribune.&nbsp;

Last month, as per Pakistan media reports, in a similar incident, a special plane transporting Imran Khan to Gujranwala for a rally had to make an emergency landing to avert a crash. The plane too developed glitch mid-air, however, the pilot successfully contacted the control tower and managed to land the aircraft safely.&nbsp;

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Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan's helicopter was forced to make an emergency landing after facing a technical problem near Rawalpindi district in Punjab province on Tuesday. The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chief accompanied by other party leaders, was on his way back to the capital city Islamabad from Dera Ismail Khan when his helicopter developed a 'technical fault', reported the Express Tribune citing sources. Watch | WION Dispatch: Pakistan Cabinet approves legal actions against Imran Khan He was reportedly visiting Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa's Dera Ismail Khan district to distribute relief assistance among flood victims. The report further said that all leaders are safe after the emergency landing thanks to the pilot who showed good presence of mind and averted a possible accident. Also read | Pakistan's Imran Khan likely to be arrested in foreign funding case Khan's party posted a video of him interacting with the locals after the emergency landing with a caption in Urdu that can be translated to "Awami leader Imran Khan! Chairman Imran Khan's conversation with local people after the helicopter landed near a village near Adiala on his return from Dera Ismail Khan." عوامی لیڈر عمران خان ! ڈیرہ اسماعیل خان سے واپسی پر ہیلی کاپٹر کی اڈیالہ کے نواحی گاؤں کے قریب لینڈنگ کے بعد چیئرمین عمران خان کی مقامی افراد سے گفتگو۔ pic.twitter.com/boanhKUOgv — PTI (@PTIofficial) October 8, 2022 × Following this Khan left for his Bani Gala residence by road. The helicopter will undergo repairs and will be delivered to Noor Khan Airbase by Sunday morning, reported ANI quoting the Express Tribune. Last month, as per Pakistan media reports, in a similar incident, a special plane transporting Imran Khan to Gujranwala for a rally had to make an emergency landing to avert a crash. The plane too developed glitch mid-air, however, the pilot successfully contacted the control tower and managed to land the aircraft safely. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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