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An Indian town in the Himalayas has been dubbed India's sinking city. Unsustainable infrastructure projects among other factors have caused the ground beneath the town to sink.

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7000 nurses in New York City's hospitals are on strike over pay and understaffing. They want better working conditions. Many medical facilities have postponed procedures and appointments due to this and fears are growing that things may even get worse.

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<p>Amid the spread of Omicron subvariant in the United States, World Health Organization (WHO) officials on Tuesday urged all countries to recommend their&nbsp;travellers wear masks on long-haul flights. Catherine Smallwood,&nbsp;a&nbsp;senior emergency officer of WHO for Europe said that wearing masks "should be a recommendation issued to passengers arriving from anywhere where there is widespread COVID-19 transmission."</p>

<p>In Europe a small number of XBB.1.5 subvariant have been detected, officials said at&nbsp;a press brief on Tuesday. As of now, it's unclear if the newly emerged subvariant will cause an infection wave of its own, like the earlier ones.&nbsp;Though according to experts, the current vaccines continue to protect against severe symptoms, hospitalisation and death, Reuters reported.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Health officials also said that as of now, the XBB.1.5 is the most transmissible Omicron subvariant detected. It also accounts for almost 27.6 per cent of the COVID-19 deaths in the United States in the first week of January.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Travellers rush to renew passports as China ends Covid restrictions</strong></p>

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<p>Smallwood said, "Countries need to look at the evidence base for pre-departure testing" and if an action is required, "travel measures should be implemented in a non-discriminatory manner." This does not mean that the organisation recommends testing passengers from the US at this stage, she added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>According to data reported by the WHO at beginning of this month, an analysis of the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) showed a slight dominance of Omicron sublineages BA.5.2 and BF.7 among the locally acquired infections.</p>

<p>Many countries including the United States are demanding COVID-19 tests from travellers from China.</p>

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Amid the spread of Omicron subvariant in the United States, World Health Organization (WHO) officials on Tuesday urged all countries to recommend their travellers wear masks on long-haul flights.

Amid the spread of Omicron subvariant in the United States, World Health Organization (WHO) officials on Tuesday urged all countries to recommend their travellers wear masks on long-haul flights. Catherine Smallwood, a senior emergency officer of WHO for Europe said that wearing masks "should be a recommendation issued to passengers arriving from anywhere where there is widespread COVID-19 transmission." In Europe a small number of XBB.1.5 subvariant have been detected, officials said at a press brief on Tuesday. As of now, it's unclear if the newly emerged subvariant will cause an infection wave of its own, like the earlier ones. Though according to experts, the current vaccines continue to protect against severe symptoms, hospitalisation and death, Reuters reported. Also read | Pentagon scraps Covid vaccine mandate that led to the discharge of more than 8,000 army personnel Health officials also said that as of now, the XBB.1.5 is the most transmissible Omicron subvariant detected. It also accounts for almost 27.6 per cent of the COVID-19 deaths in the United States in the first week of January. Watch | Travellers rush to renew passports as China ends Covid restrictions Smallwood said, "Countries need to look at the evidence base for pre-departure testing" and if an action is required, "travel measures should be implemented in a non-discriminatory manner." This does not mean that the organisation recommends testing passengers from the US at this stage, she added. Also read | What is the COVID vaccine controversy surrounding Jessica Robb, the Canadian reporter who collapsed on air? According to data reported by the WHO at beginning of this month, an analysis of the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) showed a slight dominance of Omicron sublineages BA.5.2 and BF.7 among the locally acquired infections. Many countries including the United States are demanding COVID-19 tests from travellers from China. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

WHO urges travellers to wear masks on long-haul flights amid Covid variant spread

Protesters march demanding the release of the governor of Santa Cruz Luis Fernando Camacho, who was arrested on terrorism charges, including for an alleged role in the resignation of leftist president Evo Morales in 2019.

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<p>Three soldiers of the Indian Army were killed in North Kashmir's Kupwara district's&nbsp;Machil sector after slipping into a deep gorge. The soldiers were a part of a regular operational task in the Machhal Sector and due to inclement weather and tough terrain, the soldiers slipped into a deep gorge and made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty.</p>

<p>A routine operational task was undertaken on 10 Jan 2023 at about 5:30 PM in the Sector, along a narrow winter track. While moving towards the forward post, snow along the narrow track broke, leading to the slipping of one JCO and two Jawans into a deep gorge. A search and rescue operation was immediately launched with troops from the nearest post. In spite of adverse weather conditions and rough terrain sustained efforts of the search party led to the recovery of the mortal remains of the three brave soldiers.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The three soldiers were identified as&nbsp;Nb Sub Parshotam Kumar, Hav Amrik Singh&nbsp;and&nbsp;Amit Sharma.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>''Late Nb Sub Parshotam Kumar was forty-three years old and had joined the Army in 1996. He belonged to Village Majua Uttami, Post Raika, Tehsil, Bishnah, District Jammu in J&amp;K. The braveheart is survived by his wife and two children, said&nbsp;PRO (Defence), Srinagar. Late Hav Amrik Singh was thirty-nine years old and joined the Army in 2001. He belonged to Village Mandwara, Post Marwari, Tehsil Ghanari, and District Una in Himachal Pradesh. The braveheart is survived by his wife and one son. Late Amit Sharma was twenty-three years old and joined the Army in 2019. He belonged to Village Talasi Khurd, Post Kirwin, Tehsil Hamirpur, and District Hamirpur in Himachal Pradesh. The Braveheart is survived by his mother, '' he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The mortal remains of the three soldiers will be taken for last rites to their respective native places, where they would be laid to rest with full military honours.&nbsp;</p>

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Three soldiers of the Indian Army were killed in North Kashmir's Kupwara district's Machil sector after slipping into a deep gorge. The soldiers were a part of a regular operational task in the Machhal Sector and due to inclement weather and tough terrain, the soldiers slipped into a deep gorge and made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty.

Three soldiers of the Indian Army were killed in North Kashmir's Kupwara district's Machil sector after slipping into a deep gorge. The soldiers were a part of a regular operational task in the Machhal Sector and due to inclement weather and tough terrain, the soldiers slipped into a deep gorge and made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty. A routine operational task was undertaken on 10 Jan 2023 at about 5:30 PM in the Sector, along a narrow winter track. While moving towards the forward post, snow along the narrow track broke, leading to the slipping of one JCO and two Jawans into a deep gorge. A search and rescue operation was immediately launched with troops from the nearest post. In spite of adverse weather conditions and rough terrain sustained efforts of the search party led to the recovery of the mortal remains of the three brave soldiers. Also read | India: J&K gov't promises free education to children of martyred police officers The three soldiers were identified as Nb Sub Parshotam Kumar, Hav Amrik Singh and Amit Sharma. Also read | Kashmir village gets electricity for the first time after India’s Independence ''Late Nb Sub Parshotam Kumar was forty-three years old and had joined the Army in 1996. He belonged to Village Majua Uttami, Post Raika, Tehsil, Bishnah, District Jammu in J&K. The braveheart is survived by his wife and two children, said PRO (Defence), Srinagar. Late Hav Amrik Singh was thirty-nine years old and joined the Army in 2001. He belonged to Village Mandwara, Post Marwari, Tehsil Ghanari, and District Una in Himachal Pradesh. The braveheart is survived by his wife and one son. Late Amit Sharma was twenty-three years old and joined the Army in 2019. He belonged to Village Talasi Khurd, Post Kirwin, Tehsil Hamirpur, and District Hamirpur in Himachal Pradesh. The Braveheart is survived by his mother, '' he added. The mortal remains of the three soldiers will be taken for last rites to their respective native places, where they would be laid to rest with full military honours. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

India: Three Indian Army soldiers killed in North Kashmir’s Kupwara district

<p>The former prime minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan on Tuesday condemned Shahbaz Sharif-led Pakistan Muslim League (PML) for its "irresponsible statements" against the Taliban and warned of&nbsp;deteriorating Afghan ties&nbsp;if the Taliban stops cooperating with Pakistan. It can lead to a "never-ending" war against terrorism, Khan said.</p>

<p>The comments come following a seminar on terrorism&nbsp;attended by Khan, where he spoke about the criticism levelled at the Pakistan&nbsp;Tehreek-e-Insaf&nbsp;for its peace talks with TTP.</p>

<p>During the seminar, Khan also stated that they have informed all stakeholders about the need for talks with TTP members and their plan to resettle their members, ANI reported.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The PTI chairperson also slammed Pakistan's Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah for his "irresponsible" statements, where he proclaimed that Pakistan might target TTP hideouts on Afghanistan soil.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;TTP: Held talks with Pakistan mediated by Afghanistan, still open to the ceasefire agreement</strong></p>

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<p>Slamming the Sharif-led government, Khan also questioned why the Prime Minister&nbsp;did not raise any issues on the recent incidents at the Pakistan-Afghanistan border.</p>

<p>He also stressed that Pakistan should not seek help from the United States and warned&nbsp;it can cause internal discord among locals if any drone attacks were to be conducted.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>A course ceasefire between the TTP and Pakistan ended in November 2022.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Pakistan has been witnessing an increase in terror attacks across the country. In mid-December, a clash erupted between Pakistan and Afghanistan after a troop opened "indiscriminate firing" that resulted in the death of one, injuring 12.</p>

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The former prime minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan on Tuesday condemned Shahbaz Sharif-led Pakistan Muslim League (PML) for its "irresponsible statements" against the Taliban and warned of deteriorating Afghan ties if the Taliban stops cooperating with Pakistan.

The former prime minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan on Tuesday condemned Shahbaz Sharif-led Pakistan Muslim League (PML) for its "irresponsible statements" against the Taliban and warned of deteriorating Afghan ties if the Taliban stops cooperating with Pakistan. It can lead to a "never-ending" war against terrorism, Khan said. The comments come following a seminar on terrorism attended by Khan, where he spoke about the criticism levelled at the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf for its peace talks with TTP. During the seminar, Khan also stated that they have informed all stakeholders about the need for talks with TTP members and their plan to resettle their members, ANI reported. Also read | Explained: With PM abroad, Pakistanis struggle to put food on table, economy on track The PTI chairperson also slammed Pakistan's Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah for his "irresponsible" statements, where he proclaimed that Pakistan might target TTP hideouts on Afghanistan soil. Watch | TTP: Held talks with Pakistan mediated by Afghanistan, still open to the ceasefire agreement Slamming the Sharif-led government, Khan also questioned why the Prime Minister did not raise any issues on the recent incidents at the Pakistan-Afghanistan border. He also stressed that Pakistan should not seek help from the United States and warned it can cause internal discord among locals if any drone attacks were to be conducted. Also read | Pakistan EC summons former PM Imran Khan for explanation on PTI chairmanship A course ceasefire between the TTP and Pakistan ended in November 2022. Pakistan has been witnessing an increase in terror attacks across the country. In mid-December, a clash erupted between Pakistan and Afghanistan after a troop opened "indiscriminate firing" that resulted in the death of one, injuring 12. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Former Pak PM Imran Khan condemns Sharif-led govt for its 'irresponsible statements' on Taliban

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<p>After a lengthy psychiatric assessment, the Japanese authorities have found the man accused of murdering former prime minister Shinzo Abe fit to stand a trial, according to local media reports.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Tetsuya Yamagami, the accused will face trial six months after committing the gruesome killing of Abe in public. He shot at the former PM with a homemade gun from behind during a speech in the city of Nara.</p>

<p>However, despite confessing multiple times that his intention was to kill Abe, the case failed to proceed to the trial stage as psychiatric evaluations to establish the criminal responsibility of the suspects prolonged the formalities.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In Japan, such a review is mandatory under the Criminal Procedure Code, which allows psychiatrists to study a suspect to discern whether or not they are mentally stable.&nbsp;</p>

<p>If Yamagami had been found mentally unstable, his punishment would have been automatically reduced.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to an AFP report, the psych review of Yamagami focused on his relationship with his mother and home environment, primarily because he had a grudge against the Unification Church.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Yamagami's mother had donated a large sum of money to the religious group and he believed that Abe was connected to the organisation.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"He (Yamagami) confessed that he had some resentment against a certain organisation and was under the impression that the former prime minister having some connection to it, which led to the act. I would like to avoid further details," Kazuhisa Yamamura, the head of the first investigation division, Nara prefecture police had said back then.</p>

<p>Notably, Abe was not a member of the church but had addressed an affiliated group as have other powerful world leaders such as former US president Donald Trump.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Since the church's connection was revealed in the killing, the Fumio Kishida government has ordered an investigation that could see the Unification Church lose its tax-exempt status.&nbsp;</p>

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After a lengthy psychiatric assessment, the Japanese authorities have found the man accused of murdering former prime minister Shinzo Abe fit to stand a trial, according to local media reports.

After a lengthy psychiatric assessment, the Japanese authorities have found the man accused of murdering former prime minister Shinzo Abe fit to stand a trial, according to local media reports. Tetsuya Yamagami, the accused will face trial six months after committing the gruesome killing of Abe in public. He shot at the former PM with a homemade gun from behind during a speech in the city of Nara. However, despite confessing multiple times that his intention was to kill Abe, the case failed to proceed to the trial stage as psychiatric evaluations to establish the criminal responsibility of the suspects prolonged the formalities. Read more: Japan bids farewell to ex-PM Shinzo Abe with controversial state funeral In Japan, such a review is mandatory under the Criminal Procedure Code, which allows psychiatrists to study a suspect to discern whether or not they are mentally stable. If Yamagami had been found mentally unstable, his punishment would have been automatically reduced. According to an AFP report, the psych review of Yamagami focused on his relationship with his mother and home environment, primarily because he had a grudge against the Unification Church. Yamagami's mother had donated a large sum of money to the religious group and he believed that Abe was connected to the organisation. WATCH | Gravitas: Shinzo Abe's killer claims cult link behind murder × "He (Yamagami) confessed that he had some resentment against a certain organisation and was under the impression that the former prime minister having some connection to it, which led to the act. I would like to avoid further details," Kazuhisa Yamamura, the head of the first investigation division, Nara prefecture police had said back then. Notably, Abe was not a member of the church but had addressed an affiliated group as have other powerful world leaders such as former US president Donald Trump. Since the church's connection was revealed in the killing, the Fumio Kishida government has ordered an investigation that could see the Unification Church lose its tax-exempt status. Read more: Unification Church in Japan pledges donation reforms after Shinzo Abe’s assassination (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>The Virginia elementary school teacher who was shot by her six-year-old student was trying to confiscate the weapon from the child, the parent of another child revealed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Brittaney Gregory, whose son also studies in the same class explained the scenarios told by her son. She&nbsp;told Washington Post&nbsp;that Abby Zwerner, the teacher was reading and was about to leave the art class when the boy pulled out the gun from his bag, which she was going to confiscate and that's when he shot.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>She described Abby as a 'sweet' and 'very attentive' teacher. The 25-year-old Abby was shot in the abdomen through her hand and suffered many life-threatening injuries but is continuing to improve in the hospital. &nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the police's statement, the incident was 'not an accident.' It added that they were notified about the incident around 2 pm.&nbsp;The child has been taken into custody. According to the police, the gun was legally purchased by the child's mother, CBS news reported.</p>

<p>Police chief Drew told reporters, "We did not have a situation where someone was going around the school shooting. We have a situation in one particular location where a gunshot was fired."</p>

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<p>Other remaining students were taken to the school's gymnasium to keep them 'safe.' Drew added that several counsellors tried to calm the students.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This incident might stoke debate about restricting 'gun access' in the US.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Similarly, many high-profile gun instances include the killing of 10 at a grocery store in Buffalo, and 21 at a school in Uvalde in Texas by an 18-year-old, which happened last year.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to reports, some 44,000 gun-related deaths were reported in the US, AFP reported.&nbsp;</p>

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The Virginia elementary school teacher who was shot by her six-year-old student was trying to confiscate the weapon from the child, the parent of another child revealed.

The Virginia elementary school teacher who was shot by her six-year-old student was trying to confiscate the weapon from the child, the parent of another child revealed. Brittaney Gregory, whose son also studies in the same class explained the scenarios told by her son. She told Washington Post that Abby Zwerner, the teacher was reading and was about to leave the art class when the boy pulled out the gun from his bag, which she was going to confiscate and that's when he shot. Also read | Around 10 people, including a rapper, shot during video shoot of rapper French Montana in Florida She described Abby as a 'sweet' and 'very attentive' teacher. The 25-year-old Abby was shot in the abdomen through her hand and suffered many life-threatening injuries but is continuing to improve in the hospital. According to the police's statement, the incident was 'not an accident.' It added that they were notified about the incident around 2 pm. The child has been taken into custody. According to the police, the gun was legally purchased by the child's mother, CBS news reported. Police chief Drew told reporters, "We did not have a situation where someone was going around the school shooting. We have a situation in one particular location where a gunshot was fired." Also read | New York City: 19-year-old boy charged over New Year's Eve machete attack on three police officers Other remaining students were taken to the school's gymnasium to keep them 'safe.' Drew added that several counsellors tried to calm the students. This incident might stoke debate about restricting 'gun access' in the US. Similarly, many high-profile gun instances include the killing of 10 at a grocery store in Buffalo, and 21 at a school in Uvalde in Texas by an 18-year-old, which happened last year. According to reports, some 44,000 gun-related deaths were reported in the US, AFP reported. (with inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

US: Virginia teacher shot by her six-year-old student tried to confiscate gun, say reports

<p>A&nbsp;humpback whale about 30 feet&nbsp;long washed up at the Jersey shore this weekend, concerning the residents and environmentalists. The Atlantic City official said that the whale was discovered on the beach near South Mississippi Avenue on Saturday, only a few blocks away from where a previous whale washed ashore.&nbsp;This is the third such occurrence in a month.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Currently, the city has brought in scientists from the Atlantic Conservation Society to perform a necropsy which began on Sunday, 6abc reported.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Explaining the process of necropsy, Sheila Dean, the director of the Marine Mammal Stranding Center, said, "You thoroughly go through the animal, open it up, find out what happened with each organ, if you can, if everything is still in tact."&nbsp;</p>

<p>As the necropsy began, Cecile Herskovitz, a resident in the nearby area, explained how the residents are restless with the smell. She said, "It is ripe."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Robin Shaffer from Ocean City said that living in the area for many years, he can't remember the last time he heard or saw a whale washing up the shore.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Some suspect that the offshore wind turbine project might have to do something with the whales.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Dean said," They could blame maybe the Navy sonar. They could blame the fisherman. They could blame the pollution. They could blame people who throw plastic bags and still use them."&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to Dean, it's too early to conclude anything and she said that it could even take months to figure out why this whale died. She said that scientists have about 30 tonnes of whale to inspect.</p>

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A humpback whale about 30 feet long washed up at the Jersey shore this weekend, concerning the residents and environmentalists. The Atlantic City official said that the whale was discovered on the beach near South Mississippi Avenue on Saturday, only a few blocks away from where a previous whale washed ashore.

A humpback whale about 30 feet long washed up at the Jersey shore this weekend, concerning the residents and environmentalists. The Atlantic City official said that the whale was discovered on the beach near South Mississippi Avenue on Saturday, only a few blocks away from where a previous whale washed ashore. This is the third such occurrence in a month. Beached whale in front of Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City New Jersey #atlanticcity #NewJersey #Jerseyshore #nj #Whale #fishing pic.twitter.com/qJiWrYVwyB — Front Row Productions (@front_row_pro) January 7, 2023 × Currently, the city has brought in scientists from the Atlantic Conservation Society to perform a necropsy which began on Sunday, 6abc reported. Also read | Whales can help fight the climate change, scientists say Explaining the process of necropsy, Sheila Dean, the director of the Marine Mammal Stranding Center, said, "You thoroughly go through the animal, open it up, find out what happened with each organ, if you can, if everything is still in tact." As the necropsy began, Cecile Herskovitz, a resident in the nearby area, explained how the residents are restless with the smell. She said, "It is ripe." Watch | WION Climate Tracker | Study: Blue Whales eat 10 million pieces of microplastics daily Robin Shaffer from Ocean City said that living in the area for many years, he can't remember the last time he heard or saw a whale washing up the shore. Some suspect that the offshore wind turbine project might have to do something with the whales. Also read | 250 pilot whales die in New Zealand after another beaching incident Dean said," They could blame maybe the Navy sonar. They could blame the fisherman. They could blame the pollution. They could blame people who throw plastic bags and still use them." According to Dean, it's too early to conclude anything and she said that it could even take months to figure out why this whale died. She said that scientists have about 30 tonnes of whale to inspect. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Watch: 30-foot humpback whale washes up at the Jersey Shore; experts launch investigation

With his three-storey sculptures made from pots and pans, Subodh Gupta, one of the world's leading contemporary artists, exhibits not in a big museum but at the Le Bon Marche store in Paris.

This glitzy Paris store has three-storey sculptures made from pots & pans

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<p>If reports are to be believed, the Biden administration is mulling a nationwide ban on gas stoves for being a 'hidden hazard'.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to a Bloomberg report, the US Consumer Product Safety (CPSC) has raised issues over the indoor pollution caused by cooking stoves.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“This is a hidden hazard. Any option is on the table. Products that can’t be made safe can be banned,” said Richard Trumka Jr., CPSC commissioner.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The stoves used in households typically release pollutants such as carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide and fine particulate matter at a level which has been deemed unsafe by Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and World Health Organization (WHO).&nbsp;</p>

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<p>According to research, stove cooking produces double the PM 2.5 particulates than electric cooking. Under improper ventilation conditions, the toxic nature of these gases can cause serious respiratory health issues, cardiovascular problems and even cancer.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“There is about 50 years of health studies showing that gas stoves are bad for our health, and the strongest evidence is on children and children’s asthma,” an expert in clean energy was quoted as saying by the publication.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Currently, over 35 per cent of households in the US use a gas stove. The number is particularly high in states such as California and New Jersey where as many as 70 per cent of households use the said stoves.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>A recent study published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health found that almost 13 per cent of asthma cases among US children could be attributed to exposure to gas stoves and their toxic fumes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Democrat leaders such as Cory Booker, Don Beyer and Elizabeth Warren have already written to the CPSC, exhorting them to take urgent action on the issue. They argued that the harmful emissions by the cooking stoves particularly affected black, Latino and low-income households.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, critics of the move that banning one of the most affordable forms of cooking will put a dent in the pockets of the citizens as electric homes require expensive retrofits. According to them, more emphasis should be put on improving indoor air ventilation.&nbsp;</p>

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If reports are to be believed, the Biden administration is mulling a nationwide ban on gas stoves for being a 'hidden hazard'. According to a Bloomberg report, the US Consumer Product Safety (CPSC) has raised issues over the indoor pollution caused by cooking stoves.

If reports are to be believed, the Biden administration is mulling a nationwide ban on gas stoves for being a 'hidden hazard'. According to a Bloomberg report, the US Consumer Product Safety (CPSC) has raised issues over the indoor pollution caused by cooking stoves. “This is a hidden hazard. Any option is on the table. Products that can’t be made safe can be banned,” said Richard Trumka Jr., CPSC commissioner. The stoves used in households typically release pollutants such as carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide and fine particulate matter at a level which has been deemed unsafe by Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and World Health Organization (WHO). WATCH | Gas cookers as toxic as 'Second hand smoke' × According to research, stove cooking produces double the PM 2.5 particulates than electric cooking. Under improper ventilation conditions, the toxic nature of these gases can cause serious respiratory health issues, cardiovascular problems and even cancer. “There is about 50 years of health studies showing that gas stoves are bad for our health, and the strongest evidence is on children and children’s asthma,” an expert in clean energy was quoted as saying by the publication. Currently, over 35 per cent of households in the US use a gas stove. The number is particularly high in states such as California and New Jersey where as many as 70 per cent of households use the said stoves. WATCH | People in Pakistan store cooking gas in plastic bags amid economic crisis A recent study published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health found that almost 13 per cent of asthma cases among US children could be attributed to exposure to gas stoves and their toxic fumes. Democrat leaders such as Cory Booker, Don Beyer and Elizabeth Warren have already written to the CPSC, exhorting them to take urgent action on the issue. They argued that the harmful emissions by the cooking stoves particularly affected black, Latino and low-income households. However, critics of the move that banning one of the most affordable forms of cooking will put a dent in the pockets of the citizens as electric homes require expensive retrofits. According to them, more emphasis should be put on improving indoor air ventilation. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Biden administration mulls banning gas stoves due to pollution concerns: Report

<p>At a time when Indian airlines are already facing scrutiny, other instances have come to light. On Monday, Go First, a domestic airline left at least 50 passengers waiting on a shuttle on the tarmac from boarding for their Bengaluru-Delhi flight. The flight left at 6:30 am. The incident prompted the Directorate General of Civil Aviation to send a notice to the airlines. The regulator has also indicated that an investigation is underway. A senior&nbsp;DGCA&nbsp;official told PTI that a report has been sought and 'appropriate&nbsp;action' will be taken.<br />
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A passenger named&nbsp;Satish&nbsp;Kumar on Twitter said, "Flight G8 116 (BLR-DEL) flew leaving passengers on ground! More than 50 passengers on 1 bus were left on ground &amp; the flight took off with just passengers of 1 bus on boarded. Is @GoFirstairways @JM_Scindia&nbsp;@PMOIndia operating in sleep? No Basic checks!"</p>

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<p>Replying to this, the airline said, “Hi&nbsp;Satish, we are sorry for the inconvenience. We have shared your concern along with your details to our team and they'll assist you at the earliest.”</p>

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<p>Another flyer wrote, “Most horrifying experience with @GoFirstairways 5:35 am. Boarded the bus for aircraft 6:30 am. Still in bus stuffed with over 50 passengers, driver stopped the bus after being forced. Flight G8 116 takes off, leaving 50 passengers. Heights of negligence! @DGCAIndia.”<br />
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According to reports, a separate flight was arranged by the airline for the forgotten flyers after&nbsp;realising&nbsp;the error. The&nbsp;report also said that amongst 55, 53 flew to the national capital on a separate plane, while the remaining two passengers, they asked for a refund, which was paid by the airline.</p>

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At a time when Indian airlines are already facing scrutiny, other instances have come to light. On Monday, Go First, a domestic airline left at least 50 passengers waiting on a shuttle on the tarmac from boarding for their Bengaluru-Delhi flight.

At a time when Indian airlines are already facing scrutiny, other instances have come to light. On Monday, Go First, a domestic airline left at least 50 passengers waiting on a shuttle on the tarmac from boarding for their Bengaluru-Delhi flight. The flight left at 6:30 am. The incident prompted the Directorate General of Civil Aviation to send a notice to the airlines. The regulator has also indicated that an investigation is underway. A senior DGCA official told PTI that a report has been sought and 'appropriate action' will be taken. Meanwhile, multiple passengers on Twitter slammed the airline for the "most horrifying experience." Also read | India: Bengaluru Metro pillar comes crashing killing mother, toddler son; BMRCL orders enquiry A passenger named Satish Kumar on Twitter said, "Flight G8 116 (BLR-DEL) flew leaving passengers on ground! More than 50 passengers on 1 bus were left on ground & the flight took off with just passengers of 1 bus on boarded. Is @GoFirstairways @JM_Scindia @PMOIndia operating in sleep? No Basic checks!" Flight G8 116 (BLR - DEL) flew leaving passengers on ground! More than 50 passengers on 1 bus was left on ground & flight took off with just passengers of 1 bus on boarded. Is @GoFirstairways @JM_Scindia @PMOIndia operating in sleep? No Basic checks. pic.twitter.com/QSPoCisIfc — Satish Kumar (@Satishk98130718) January 9, 2023 × Replying to this, the airline said, “Hi Satish, we are sorry for the inconvenience. We have shared your concern along with your details to our team and they'll assist you at the earliest.” Also read | Air India passenger accused of urinating on woman co-flyer arrested, sent to custody for 14 days Hi Satish, we are sorry for the inconvenience. We have shared your concern along with your details to our team and they'll assist you at the earliest. — GO FIRST (@GoFirstairways) January 9, 2023 × Another flyer wrote, “Most horrifying experience with @GoFirstairways 5:35 am. Boarded the bus for aircraft 6:30 am. Still in bus stuffed with over 50 passengers, driver stopped the bus after being forced. Flight G8 116 takes off, leaving 50 passengers. Heights of negligence! @DGCAIndia.” According to reports, a separate flight was arranged by the airline for the forgotten flyers after realising the error. The report also said that amongst 55, 53 flew to the national capital on a separate plane, while the remaining two passengers, they asked for a refund, which was paid by the airline. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Go First’s Bengaluru-Delhi flight took off leaving 55 passengers behind, DGCA seeks investigation

<p>At least 17 died and 35 were injured Monday in the latest political crisis in Peru after protesters clashed with security forces at an airport after they tried to storm in. The previous toll was at 12 which rose after five people among the 40 injured, were reported as dead, the officials said. The protesters are demanding the resignation of President Dina Boluarte who took over the office after the ouster and arrest of former president Pedro Catillo on Dec 07. The recent violent incident took place in the Puno region, southeast of Juliaca.&nbsp;</p>

<p>President's chief of staff, Alberto Otarola, said that thousands of protesters approached the airport on Monday trying to storm the facility with makeshift weapons and gunpowder, AFP reported.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/peru-lawmakers-move-up-general-elections-to-april-2024-amidst-bloody-unrest-544947"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Peru lawmakers move up general elections to April 2024 amidst bloody unrest</strong></a></p>

<p>With rising tension in the country, Juliaca's Mayor Oscar Caceres requesting peace said, "What is happening is Peruvians are slaughtering each other. I ask for calm."</p>

<p>Till now, the clashes sparked by&nbsp;Castillo's ouster have left 39 dead around the country.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Peru Police use tear gas to disperse protesters</strong></p>

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<p>Protesters are angry after Castillo's removal and demand elections right away, which have already been preponed up from 2026 to April 2024.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A protester told AFP on the condition of anonymity that the police is shooting at them. He continued, "We ask Dina to resign. Accept the fact that people do not want you."</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/peru-finance-minister-launches-16-billion-economic-reactivation-plan-547800"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Peru: Finance minister launches $1.6 billion economic reactivation plan</strong></a></p>

<p>This is not the first attempt by the protesters, on weekend they tried to overrun Juliaca airport, which is now being protected by soldiers along with the police.&nbsp;</p>

<p>These protests took a break over the new year holidays but resumed on Saturday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As of Monday, the protesters are blocking roads in six of the nation's 25 departments including some popular tourist areas.&nbsp;</p>

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At least 17 died and 35 were injured Monday in the latest political crisis in Peru after protesters clashed with security forces at an airport after they tried to storm in.

At least 17 died and 35 were injured Monday in the latest political crisis in Peru after protesters clashed with security forces at an airport after they tried to storm in. The previous toll was at 12 which rose after five people among the 40 injured, were reported as dead, the officials said. The protesters are demanding the resignation of President Dina Boluarte who took over the office after the ouster and arrest of former president Pedro Catillo on Dec 07. The recent violent incident took place in the Puno region, southeast of Juliaca. President's chief of staff, Alberto Otarola, said that thousands of protesters approached the airport on Monday trying to storm the facility with makeshift weapons and gunpowder, AFP reported. Also read | Peru lawmakers move up general elections to April 2024 amidst bloody unrest With rising tension in the country, Juliaca's Mayor Oscar Caceres requesting peace said, "What is happening is Peruvians are slaughtering each other. I ask for calm." Till now, the clashes sparked by Castillo's ouster have left 39 dead around the country. Watch | Peru Police use tear gas to disperse protesters Protesters are angry after Castillo's removal and demand elections right away, which have already been preponed up from 2026 to April 2024. A protester told AFP on the condition of anonymity that the police is shooting at them. He continued, "We ask Dina to resign. Accept the fact that people do not want you." Also read | Peru: Finance minister launches $1.6 billion economic reactivation plan This is not the first attempt by the protesters, on weekend they tried to overrun Juliaca airport, which is now being protected by soldiers along with the police. These protests took a break over the new year holidays but resumed on Saturday. As of Monday, the protesters are blocking roads in six of the nation's 25 departments including some popular tourist areas. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

At least 17 dead, several injured in recent anti-government clashes in Peru

<p>An earthquake measuring&nbsp;7.6&nbsp;on the Richter scale jolted&nbsp;the Tanimbar region in Indonesia on Tuesday, according to&nbsp;European Mediterranean Seismological Center (EMSC).&nbsp;</p>

<p>The earthquake was&nbsp;at a depth of 95&nbsp;kilometres below the earth's surface, said EMCS. The aftershocks of magnitude 5.5 were recorded, according to&nbsp;Indonesia's Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG).</p>

<p>There were no reports of damage or victims but the tremors were felt on the island of Papua, Timor, Maluku archipelago as well as Darwin,&nbsp;capital of Australia's Northern Territory.&nbsp;</p>

<p>An initial Tsunami warning was generated by the Indonesian geophysics agency which was later taken back.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This is not the first time that the Tanimbar islands have endured such an earthquake. Previously, an earthquake&nbsp;measuring&nbsp;7.3 struck the island in June 2019. However, at the time, no Tsunami warning was issued.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Indonesia, owning to its geographical position in the highly seismic 'Ring of Fire' -&nbsp;an area in the basin of the Pacific Ocean is highly susceptible to earthquakes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In November last year, a shallow 5.6 magnitude earthquake rocked the town of&nbsp;Cianjur in Indonesia's West Java. Despite experts terming it a relatively quieter earthquake, more than 600 people succumbed to the devastation caused by it.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Most of the victims were killed when buildings collapsed or when the landslides were triggered.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"If someone dies, residents in Cianjur often immediately bury them. Because of the panicked situation, those who died were immediately buried by relatives without notifying the local health agency," said&nbsp;Cianjur local administration spokesman Adam who added,&nbsp;"It was later revealed that around 600 people died, when it is officially counted."</p>

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An earthquake measuring 7.6 on the Richter scale jolted the Tanimbar region in Indonesia on Tuesday, according to European Mediterranean Seismological Center (EMSC).

An earthquake measuring 7.6 on the Richter scale jolted the Tanimbar region in Indonesia on Tuesday, according to European Mediterranean Seismological Center (EMSC). The earthquake was at a depth of 95 kilometres below the earth's surface, said EMCS. The aftershocks of magnitude 5.5 were recorded, according to Indonesia's Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG). There were no reports of damage or victims but the tremors were felt on the island of Papua, Timor, Maluku archipelago as well as Darwin, capital of Australia's Northern Territory. An initial Tsunami warning was generated by the Indonesian geophysics agency which was later taken back. This is not the first time that the Tanimbar islands have endured such an earthquake. Previously, an earthquake measuring 7.3 struck the island in June 2019. However, at the time, no Tsunami warning was issued. Indonesia, owning to its geographical position in the highly seismic 'Ring of Fire' - an area in the basin of the Pacific Ocean is highly susceptible to earthquakes. In November last year, a shallow 5.6 magnitude earthquake rocked the town of Cianjur in Indonesia's West Java. Despite experts terming it a relatively quieter earthquake, more than 600 people succumbed to the devastation caused by it. WATCH | Indonesia Earthquake: Most of the injured suffer from fractures × Most of the victims were killed when buildings collapsed or when the landslides were triggered. "If someone dies, residents in Cianjur often immediately bury them. Because of the panicked situation, those who died were immediately buried by relatives without notifying the local health agency," said Cianjur local administration spokesman Adam who added, "It was later revealed that around 600 people died, when it is officially counted." Read more: Death toll in Indonesia earthquake increased to 602 after new count (With reports from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Indonesia: Powerful earthquake measuring 7.6 jolts Tanimbar region

<p>A&nbsp;rear&nbsp;door of a Russian charter plane of IrAero opened mid-flight making&nbsp;passengers aboard fear for their lives which&nbsp;also sucked their luggage into the void. An-26 plane's rear&nbsp;door sprang open soon after its takeoff. The incident took place on Monday. According to the New York Post, the aircraft was carrying some 25 individuals including six crew members during take-off. The Carrier Aero said that the partial opening of the door happened at an altitude of 2800-2900&nbsp;metres.</p>

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<p>One of the passengers shared a video of the dramatic incident which clearly showed the visible gaping rear door on the plane. It also showed the passenger who recorded it sitting calmly in his seat, as a curtain flapped behind him by the open door.</p>

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<p>Fortunately, no case of injuries has been reported. According to Daily Mail, an investigation is underway into the incident.<br />
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According to New Zealand Herald, the plane circled back and successfully landed again in&nbsp;Magan, once the cabin was&nbsp;re-pressurised. The media outlet also added that the aircraft also involved a 43-year-old Antonov 26 and RA-26174 which had been operating since August 1979.</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, since some consider the video shared on social media platforms to be horrifying, Anton Gerashchenko, Ukraine's internal affairs minister, also shared a video and compared boarding a plane in Russia to playing Russian Roulette.<br />
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The post read, "A hatch of the Russian AN-26-100 plane flying to&nbsp;Magadan&nbsp;opened right in the sky. 25 people were on board. The pilots began landing right away. A new name for Russian roulette - "Russian plane?"</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">A hatch of the Russian AN-26-100 plane flying to Magadan opened right in the sky. 25 people were on board.<br />
The pilots began landing right away.<br />
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A new name of Russian roulette - "Russian plane"?<br />
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🎥 MASH <a href="https://t.co/TO5k7l1O1F">pic.twitter.com/TO5k7l1O1F</a></p>
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A rear door of a Russian charter plane of IrAero opened mid-flight making passengers aboard fear for their lives which also sucked their luggage into the void. An-26 plane's rear door sprang open soon after its takeoff.

A rear door of a Russian charter plane of IrAero opened mid-flight making passengers aboard fear for their lives which also sucked their luggage into the void. An-26 plane's rear door sprang open soon after its takeoff. The incident took place on Monday. According to the New York Post, the aircraft was carrying some 25 individuals including six crew members during take-off. The Carrier Aero said that the partial opening of the door happened at an altitude of 2800-2900 metres. Also read | Jetstar flight makes emergency landing in Japan after bomb threat; five injured during evacuation One of the passengers shared a video of the dramatic incident which clearly showed the visible gaping rear door on the plane. It also showed the passenger who recorded it sitting calmly in his seat, as a curtain flapped behind him by the open door. × Fortunately, no case of injuries has been reported. According to Daily Mail, an investigation is underway into the incident. According to New Zealand Herald, the plane circled back and successfully landed again in Magan, once the cabin was re-pressurised. The media outlet also added that the aircraft also involved a 43-year-old Antonov 26 and RA-26174 which had been operating since August 1979. Also read | Hero teen pilot wins the internet after landing powerless plane on a California road Meanwhile, since some consider the video shared on social media platforms to be horrifying, Anton Gerashchenko, Ukraine's internal affairs minister, also shared a video and compared boarding a plane in Russia to playing Russian Roulette. The post read, "A hatch of the Russian AN-26-100 plane flying to Magadan opened right in the sky. 25 people were on board. The pilots began landing right away. A new name for Russian roulette - "Russian plane?" A hatch of the Russian AN-26-100 plane flying to Magadan opened right in the sky. 25 people were on board. The pilots began landing right away. A new name of Russian roulette - "Russian plane"? 🎥 MASH pic.twitter.com/TO5k7l1O1F — Anton Gerashchenko (@Gerashchenko_en) January 9, 2023 × (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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