US President Joe Biden laid out the red carpet for Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's state visit to the United States. Meanwhile, Biden extended commitment to Israel against any Iranian attack amid rising concerns of Tehran launching strikes in the coming days.

US President Joe Biden laid out the red carpet for Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's state visit to the United States. Meanwhile, Biden extended commitment to Israel against any Iranian attack amid rising concerns of Tehran launching strikes in the coming days. In other news, South Korea's liberal opposition parties achieved a sweeping win in Wednesday's (Apr 10) parliamentary election. In the US, three people were injured in a shootout which took place between rival groups near the celebration which marked the end of Ramadan. Click on the headlines to read more Biden-Kishida meet: Cherry blossoms, defence pacts top up US-Japan ties US President Joe Biden laid out the red carpet for Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's state visit to the United States as the Democratic leader hailed the Washington-Tokyo ties as "stronger than it's ever been". A swanky state dinner astonished Washington's corridors of power as the two of India's Quad partners discussed the Indo-Pacific with veiled references to China's expansionist belligerence in the region. US extends 'ironclad' commitment to Israel after Iran threatens to attack United States President Joe Biden extended an 'ironclad' commitment to Israel against any Iranian attack amid rising concerns of Tehran launching "significant" strikes in the coming days in response to the blast at the Iranian consular building in Damascus. South Korea elections: Opposition achieves sweeping win dealing blow to President Yoon Suk Yeol South Korea's liberal opposition parties achieved a sweeping win in Wednesday's (Apr 10) parliamentary election, dealing a significant blow to President Yoon Suk Yeol and his conservative party. However, as per reports, the opposition's success likely fell just short of a supermajority. Eid celebration turns sour as shootout injures three in Philadelphia, US Three people were injured in a shootout which took place between rival groups near the celebration which marked the end of Ramadan, said the police in Philadelphia. Watch | Canada alleges China interfered in elections ×

Morning news brief: Biden-Kishida meet; South Korea elections; Biden's commitment to Israel, and more

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has once again asserted that Israel will proceed with military operations in Rafah, Gaza, despite opposition. In other news, the UN nuclear watchdog has planned&nbsp;an emergency meeting following drone attacks over the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, with Russia and Ukraine trading accusations.

Meanwhile, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has filed an appeal in the Supreme Court after the Delhi High Court rejected his petition regarding his arrest in a liquor policy case. Finally, US President Joe Biden's campaign has blamed former president Donald Trump for Arizona's near-total ban on abortion.

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Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has once again said that the IDF would advance into Rafah, and that "no force in the world" could stop the looming invasion of the Gazan city, which is currently housing about 1.4 million displaced Palestinians.&nbsp;

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After three days of back-to-back attacks over the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant that Russia blamed on Ukraine, the UN nuclear watchdog's Board of Governors will hold an emergency meeting on Thursday (April 11).&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-cm-arvind-kejriwal-petitions-supreme-court-against-ed-arrest-709632">Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal petitions Supreme Court against ED arrest</a>

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A day after the Delhi High Court dismissed Arvind Kejriwal's petition challenging his arrest in the liquor policy case, the Delhi Chief Minister on Wednesday (Apr 10) approached the Supreme Court.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/its-alarming-biden-campaign-blames-trump-for-arizonas-near-total-ban-on-abortion-709621">'It's alarming': Biden campaign blames Trump for Arizona's near-total ban on abortion</a>

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US President Joe Biden's re-election campaign has blamed Republican rival Donald Trump for Arizona's revival of the 160-year-old near-complete abortion ban.

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Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has once again asserted that Israel will proceed with military operations in Rafah, Gaza, despite opposition. In other news, the UN nuclear watchdog has planned an emergency meeting following drone attacks over the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, with Russia and Ukraine trading accusations.

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has once again asserted that Israel will proceed with military operations in Rafah, Gaza, despite opposition. In other news, the UN nuclear watchdog has planned an emergency meeting following drone attacks over the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, with Russia and Ukraine trading accusations. Meanwhile, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has filed an appeal in the Supreme Court after the Delhi High Court rejected his petition regarding his arrest in a liquor policy case. Finally, US President Joe Biden's campaign has blamed former president Donald Trump for Arizona's near-total ban on abortion. Click on the headlines to read more Netanyahu says no force in the world can stop Israel's military operations in Rafah Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has once again said that the IDF would advance into Rafah, and that "no force in the world" could stop the looming invasion of the Gazan city, which is currently housing about 1.4 million displaced Palestinians. UN nuclear watchdog sets emergency meeting as Russia, Ukraine exchange barbs of drones over Zaporizhzhia After three days of back-to-back attacks over the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant that Russia blamed on Ukraine, the UN nuclear watchdog's Board of Governors will hold an emergency meeting on Thursday (April 11). Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal petitions Supreme Court against ED arrest A day after the Delhi High Court dismissed Arvind Kejriwal's petition challenging his arrest in the liquor policy case, the Delhi Chief Minister on Wednesday (Apr 10) approached the Supreme Court. 'It's alarming': Biden campaign blames Trump for Arizona's near-total ban on abortion US President Joe Biden's re-election campaign has blamed Republican rival Donald Trump for Arizona's revival of the 160-year-old near-complete abortion ban. Watch | US government transfers seized Iranian weapons to Ukraine

Morning news brief: Netanyahu's push for Rafah incursion; Kejriwal moves Supreme Court, and more

Harvard professor Avi Loeb, who is known for investigating the existence of aliens, in fresh claims has stated that aliens are likely to be present 300 feet below Earth's surface.

Are researchers using the CERN particle accelerator to find aliens?

Here we bring you a quick round-up of all the latest news and top headlines from all across the globe: The United States has agreed to sell $138 million worth of urgently needed military equipment to Ukraine to repair and upgrade its HAWK missile systems while a larger $60 billion aid package remains stalled in Congress.

Russia-Ukraine War: US to sell $138 million defence equipment for Kyiv

In China, doctors have successfully transplanted a pig's kidney with multiple gene edits into a brain-dead human recipient. The transplantation, as per reports, has been "working continuously for 13 days."

<h2>First time in China</h2>

This was the first of its kind operation in China and comes after similar transplants in the United States.

The procedure was done on March 25 by a team of doctors that only a couple of weeks back performed a successful pig liver transplant.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/role-reversal-humans-to-blame-shocking-study-reveals-humans-infect-animals-twice-as-much-704746">We are the infectors: Humans pass on viruses to animals twice than the other way around!</a>

"As of April 7, the transplanted kidney has been working continuously for 13 days,"&nbsp;Qin Weijun, director of the Air Force Medical University Xijing Hospital, told Science and Technology Daily on Monday.

"It is functioning well in the recipient's body and producing urine normally."

To do this, scientists used CRISPR/Cas9 gene-editing technology to add two human genes to the pig used in the transplant. Additionally, they removed three pig genes that can cause hyperacute rejection, said the university.

In both the cases — pig kidney and liver transplant — families of the patients agreed to the procedure to help advance medical science.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-surgeons-transplant-pig-kidney-to-living-patient-for-first-time-702778">In a first, surgeons successfully transplant pig kidney to living patient</a>

<h2>Why pig kidney transplants matter?</h2>

As per the South China Morning Post (SCMP), every year millions of patients in China suffer from end-stage kidney disease, for which the only solution is a kidney transplant. Yet, only about 10,000 transplants take place, reported the Air Force Medical University's Department of Urology in a WeChat post last week.

In such a scenario, xenogenic transplants, from one species to another, offer a solution. Pigs, who have similar metabolism&nbsp;and organ sizes as that of humans, are the first choice, as because of fears of higher risks of disease spreading, the US Food and Drug Administration has banned the use of monkeys.&nbsp;

However, there are some ethical concerns.

<h2>Ethical concerns over xenogenic transplants</h2>

These transplants, as per the report, come with an accelerated risk of acute rejection and the transfer of infectious diseases between the donor animal and humans.

Another concern raised by the animal rights movement is how these transplants ignore the rights of animals.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

In China, doctors have successfully transplanted a pig's kidney with multiple gene edits into a brain-dead human recipient. The transplantation, as per reports, has been "working continuously for 13 days.

In China, doctors have successfully transplanted a pig's kidney with multiple gene edits into a brain-dead human recipient. The transplantation, as per reports, has been "working continuously for 13 days." First time in China This was the first of its kind operation in China and comes after similar transplants in the United States. The procedure was done on March 25 by a team of doctors that only a couple of weeks back performed a successful pig liver transplant. Also read | We are the infectors: Humans pass on viruses to animals twice than the other way around! "As of April 7, the transplanted kidney has been working continuously for 13 days," Qin Weijun, director of the Air Force Medical University Xijing Hospital, told Science and Technology Daily on Monday. "It is functioning well in the recipient's body and producing urine normally." To do this, scientists used CRISPR/Cas9 gene-editing technology to add two human genes to the pig used in the transplant. Additionally, they removed three pig genes that can cause hyperacute rejection, said the university. In both the cases — pig kidney and liver transplant — families of the patients agreed to the procedure to help advance medical science. Also read | In a first, surgeons successfully transplant pig kidney to living patient Why pig kidney transplants matter? As per the South China Morning Post (SCMP), every year millions of patients in China suffer from end-stage kidney disease, for which the only solution is a kidney transplant. Yet, only about 10,000 transplants take place, reported the Air Force Medical University's Department of Urology in a WeChat post last week. In such a scenario, xenogenic transplants, from one species to another, offer a solution. Pigs, who have similar metabolism and organ sizes as that of humans, are the first choice, as because of fears of higher risks of disease spreading, the US Food and Drug Administration has banned the use of monkeys. However, there are some ethical concerns. Ethical concerns over xenogenic transplants These transplants, as per the report, come with an accelerated risk of acute rejection and the transfer of infectious diseases between the donor animal and humans. Another concern raised by the animal rights movement is how these transplants ignore the rights of animals. (With inputs from agencies)

Doctors in China successfully transplant pig kidney into brain-dead human patient

Alleged Russian strikes in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia region have killed three people. In other news, Canada's spy agency found evidence of Chinese interference in its last two elections. Meanwhile, a&nbsp;report criticising&nbsp;the UK Foreign Office called it "elitist" and urged for the removal of colonial-era paintings in the Whitehall headquarters in London. Finally, a New York judge has rejected former US president Donald Trump's attempt to delay his hush money trial.

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Russian strikes on Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia region killed three people on Monday (April 8), its governor claimed a day after shells hit a nuclear plant in the region.&nbsp;Another three people in the Pologivskyi district were wounded, Ivan Fedorov said on social media.

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An investigation by Canada's domestic spy agency has found that China allegedly interfered in the country's last two elections. At an official probe on Monday (Apr 8), the agency presented the "firmest" evidence of suspected Chinese meddling in Canadian politics.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-foreign-office-elitist-rooted-in-past-says-key-scholarly-report-709206">UK Foreign Office 'elitist, rooted in past', says key scholarly report</a>

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UK's foreign office has been found to be "somewhat elitist and rooted in the past" in a new report that called for the removal of colonial-era paintings in the Whitehall headquarters in London as well as the renaming of the department.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-loses-bid-to-delay-hush-money-trial-in-major-courtroom-setback-709192">Donald Trump loses bid to delay hush money trial in major courtroom setback</a>

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A New York judge on Monday (April 8) denied Donald Trump's bid to delay his April 15 criminal trial on charges related to paying hush money to porn star Stormy Daniels.&nbsp;

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Alleged Russian strikes in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia region have killed three people. In other news, Canada's spy agency found evidence of Chinese interference in its last two elections.

Alleged Russian strikes in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia region have killed three people. In other news, Canada's spy agency found evidence of Chinese interference in its last two elections. Meanwhile, a report criticising the UK Foreign Office called it "elitist" and urged for the removal of colonial-era paintings in the Whitehall headquarters in London. Finally, a New York judge has rejected former US president Donald Trump's attempt to delay his hush money trial. Click on the headlines to read more Russia-Ukraine war: Three killed in Zaporizhzhia strikes; another drone shot down over nuclear power plant Russian strikes on Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia region killed three people on Monday (April 8), its governor claimed a day after shells hit a nuclear plant in the region. Another three people in the Pologivskyi district were wounded, Ivan Fedorov said on social media. Canada's domestic spy agency finds China interfered with nation's last two elections An investigation by Canada's domestic spy agency has found that China allegedly interfered in the country's last two elections. At an official probe on Monday (Apr 8), the agency presented the "firmest" evidence of suspected Chinese meddling in Canadian politics. UK Foreign Office 'elitist, rooted in past', says key scholarly report UK's foreign office has been found to be "somewhat elitist and rooted in the past" in a new report that called for the removal of colonial-era paintings in the Whitehall headquarters in London as well as the renaming of the department. Donald Trump loses bid to delay hush money trial in major courtroom setback A New York judge on Monday (April 8) denied Donald Trump's bid to delay his April 15 criminal trial on charges related to paying hush money to porn star Stormy Daniels. Watch | Total Solar Eclipse 2024: Darkness blankets Niagara falls during solar eclipse

Morning news brief: China's alleged interference in Canada elections; Zaporizhzhia strikes; and more

Seema Haider, the Pakistani woman who made headlines for crossing the border to marry Sachin Meena, an Indian man she met while playing mobile game PUBG, has made news once again as a video of her with injuries and bruises on her face went viral.&nbsp;

However, as per recent revelations, the video is a deepfake and has allegedly been circulated by Pakistani YouTubers seeking to create trouble.

<h2>Domestic violence</h2>

The video, which shows Seema Haider with a swollen eye and a bruised lip, was quick to spark rumours of domestic violence and physical abuse by her husband Sachin.

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In a statement, Haider's lawyer AP Singh clarified that the video was "fake" and was artificially manipulated and posted on social media by Pakistan-based YouTubers.

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Seema, in a video statement,&nbsp;also clarified that she was completely safe and happy with her new family. She also slammed mischievous media influencers and Pakistani news channels for spreading fake news during the holy month of Ramadan.

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"Everything is absolutely alright between me and my husband, Sachin. Our entire family is staying happily and peacefully. I am in India. I am in Uttar Pradesh and the chief minister of the state, Yogi Adityanathji will never allow any kind of atrocity against any woman," she said.

Police in Uttar Pradesh's Noida, where Seema is based, also said that the viral clip was a deepfake and that she had not been beaten up.

<h2>Seema and Sachin, a cross-border love story</h2>

Seema Haider, a Pakistani woman, had ventured into India to join Sachin Meena, her online gaming acquaintance-turned-romantic partner.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/alien-document-black-magic-three-indians-found-dead-in-mysterious-circumstances-709153">‘Alien’ document, black magic: Three Indians found dead in mysterious circumstances</a>

She had entered India illegally, which prompted intelligence agencies to request a comprehensive report from Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) and Uttar Pradesh Police regarding her unauthorised entry.

Travelling from Pakistan's Karachi, she travelled through Nepal to reach Noida, where the couple married and started living together.

Nevertheless, legal repercussions followed, and Seema was arrested in July 2023 for entering India without a visa. Sachin also faced charges for harbouring an illegal migrant.

After five days in jail, the couple was granted bail and were allowed by a court to live together as long as the case against them continued.

(With inputs from agencies)

Seema Haider, the Pakistani woman who made headlines for crossing the border to marry Sachin Meena, an Indian man she met while playing mobile game PUBG, has made news once again as a video of her with injuries and bruises on her face went viral.

Seema Haider, the Pakistani woman who made headlines for crossing the border to marry Sachin Meena, an Indian man she met while playing mobile game PUBG, has made news once again as a video of her with injuries and bruises on her face went viral. However, as per recent revelations, the video is a deepfake and has allegedly been circulated by Pakistani YouTubers seeking to create trouble. Domestic violence The video, which shows Seema Haider with a swollen eye and a bruised lip, was quick to spark rumours of domestic violence and physical abuse by her husband Sachin. Watch it here: Seema Haider : ग्रेटर नोएडा में पाकिस्तानी भाभी को किसने पीटा! गहरे चोट के वीडियो वायरल #seemahaider #GreaterNoida pic.twitter.com/3VacA4dCoH — Tricity Today (@tricitytoday) April 8, 2024 × In a statement, Haider's lawyer AP Singh clarified that the video was "fake" and was artificially manipulated and posted on social media by Pakistan-based YouTubers. Also read | Indian-origin student, after missing for 3 weeks, found dead in US Seema, in a video statement, also clarified that she was completely safe and happy with her new family. She also slammed mischievous media influencers and Pakistani news channels for spreading fake news during the holy month of Ramadan. 🚨Fake news alert: Seema Haider (सीमा हैदर) herself is saying that the video of the fight which is going viral on social media is Al generated His lawyer AP Singh has also said that the video of this fight is fake Deepfake is so dangerous ⚠️#seemahaider pic.twitter.com/8GoIiIC4qn — Shrutiii (@Shruthiey) April 8, 2024 × "Everything is absolutely alright between me and my husband, Sachin. Our entire family is staying happily and peacefully. I am in India. I am in Uttar Pradesh and the chief minister of the state, Yogi Adityanathji will never allow any kind of atrocity against any woman," she said. Police in Uttar Pradesh's Noida, where Seema is based, also said that the viral clip was a deepfake and that she had not been beaten up. Seema and Sachin, a cross-border love story Seema Haider, a Pakistani woman, had ventured into India to join Sachin Meena, her online gaming acquaintance-turned-romantic partner. Also read | ‘Alien’ document, black magic: Three Indians found dead in mysterious circumstances She had entered India illegally, which prompted intelligence agencies to request a comprehensive report from Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) and Uttar Pradesh Police regarding her unauthorised entry. Travelling from Pakistan's Karachi, she travelled through Nepal to reach Noida, where the couple married and started living together. Nevertheless, legal repercussions followed, and Seema was arrested in July 2023 for entering India without a visa. Sachin also faced charges for harbouring an illegal migrant. After five days in jail, the couple was granted bail and were allowed by a court to live together as long as the case against them continued. (With inputs from agencies)

End of cross-border love story? THIS is what Seema Haider said about viral video that shows her beaten up

After months of relentless determination and unwavering commitment, Briton Russ Cook successfully completed his monumental journey across Africa on Sunday (April 7).

'Hardest Geezer' Briton Russ Cook completes his monumental run across Africa

A Peruvian man claims he chanced upon the cave in Peru's remote Nazca region that contained hundreds of pre-Hispanic artifacts – including human bodies with elongated heads and what appeared to be only three fingers on each hand.

Search for aliens in Peru's Nazca attracts grave robbers

Here we bring you a quick round-up of all the latest news and top headlines from all across the globe- Rescue efforts are under way in Taiwan after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck the island's eastern coast, killing at least nine and injuring more than 900.

Taiwan Earthquake: Rescue efforts continue | Hualien County: Epicentre of quake | WION Speed News

An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.2 hit Taipei, the capital of Taiwan, on Wednesday (April 3) morning, the Taiwan central weather administration said. Watch this video to view all eyewitness footages.

Taiwan earthquake: Videos show intensity of 7.2 magnitude quake that rocked Taiwan

Former US President Donald Trump has avoided asset seizure in his New York civil fraud case by posting a $175 million bond. In other news, Florida's top court has approved a 15-week abortion ban.

Meanwhile, convicted killer Alex Murdaugh has received a 40-year sentence and nearly $9 million in restitution for financial fraud in South Carolina. Hunter Biden, son of President Joe Biden, is facing a tax offence trial ahead of the US elections. Finally, officials in Gaza have&nbsp;reported that an Israeli strike killed seven foreign aid workers in the war-torn region.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-posts-175-mn-bond-in-ny-civil-fraud-case-averts-seizure-of-assets-706693">Trump posts $175 mn bond in NY civil fraud case, averts seizure of assets</a>

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United States former president Donald Trump secured a $175 million bond in his New York civil fraud case on Monday (April 1) and averted the seizure of assets by the state authorities which may have placed his business empire in shambles.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/floridas-top-court-permits-six-week-abortion-ban-but-voters-to-have-their-say-on-issue-706689">Florida's top court permits six-week abortion ban, but voters to have their say on issue</a>

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The top court of Florida agreed upon the implementation of the state's six-week abortion ban, however, it gave voters the chance to have their say on the issue in the November elections.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/convicted-killer-alex-murdaugh-receives-40-year-sentence-and-9mn-restitution-for-financial-fraud-706704">Convicted killer Alex Murdaugh receives 40-year sentence and $9mn restitution for financial fraud</a>

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In South Carolina, on Monday (Apr 1) convicted killer Alex Murdaugh faced another reckoning, this time for financial fraud, and got handed a 40-year sentence and&nbsp;nearly $9 million in restitution for his crimes.

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US President Joe Biden's son Hunter Biden, whose history of&nbsp;drug abuse has remained a political hot-topic among American conservatives, is set to face a tax offence trial amid the consequential presidential elections in which his father is seeking a second consecutive term.&nbsp;

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Former US President Donald Trump has avoided asset seizure in his New York civil fraud case by posting a $175 million bond. In other news, Florida's top court has approved a 15-week abortion ban.

Former US President Donald Trump has avoided asset seizure in his New York civil fraud case by posting a $175 million bond. In other news, Florida's top court has approved a 15-week abortion ban. Meanwhile, convicted killer Alex Murdaugh has received a 40-year sentence and nearly $9 million in restitution for financial fraud in South Carolina. Hunter Biden, son of President Joe Biden, is facing a tax offence trial ahead of the US elections. Finally, officials in Gaza have reported that an Israeli strike killed seven foreign aid workers in the war-torn region. Click on the headlines to read more Trump posts $175 mn bond in NY civil fraud case, averts seizure of assets United States former president Donald Trump secured a $175 million bond in his New York civil fraud case on Monday (April 1) and averted the seizure of assets by the state authorities which may have placed his business empire in shambles. Florida's top court permits six-week abortion ban, but voters to have their say on issue The top court of Florida agreed upon the implementation of the state's six-week abortion ban, however, it gave voters the chance to have their say on the issue in the November elections. Convicted killer Alex Murdaugh receives 40-year sentence and $9mn restitution for financial fraud In South Carolina, on Monday (Apr 1) convicted killer Alex Murdaugh faced another reckoning, this time for financial fraud, and got handed a 40-year sentence and nearly $9 million in restitution for his crimes. Joe Biden's son Hunter to stand trial in tax offence case ahead of US elections US President Joe Biden's son Hunter Biden, whose history of drug abuse has remained a political hot-topic among American conservatives, is set to face a tax offence trial amid the consequential presidential elections in which his father is seeking a second consecutive term. Watch | Israeli strike kills four foreign aid workers says Gaza officials

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India is likely to experience more heat-wave days than normal between April and June, the weather office said on Monday (April 01), potentially hitting agricultural production and hampering government efforts to bring down food inflation.

Will India witness record-breaking heatwaves this summer?

Water on Mars: Mars may have hosted life for much longer than once believed, according to scientists. How much longer? Its habitable period might actually have been longer by millions of years.

<h2>Water on Mars</h2>

In its ancient past, Mars boasted oceans, lakes, and rivers, painting a picture reminiscent of early Earth during the solar system's infancy.

As per estimates, the gradually changing climate rendered the red planet barren, as we know it today.

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Competing theories exist regarding the disappearance of Martian water. Some propose it evaporated into space as the planet's atmosphere thinned, while others suggest it became trapped within the planet's crust, forming an icy permafrost layer.

Traditionally, scientists thought Mars lost its water during the Hesperian period, about 3.7 to 2.9 billion years ago. However, recent findings propose water may have persisted until the late Hesperian period.

However, a research team by the UK's Imperial College has now found signs that water was abundant in a 154&nbsp;km-diameter basin just south of Mars' equator called Gale Crater. According to them, Mars had water "long after the planet was thought to have become dry and inhospitable."

<h2>Why does water on Mars matter?</h2>

The findings, as per the researchers, "have implications for our understanding of Mars' changing climate, as well as where we now look for signs of habitability."&nbsp;

Using data from the Curiosity rover's exploration, researchers spotted deformed layers in Mars' desert sandstone, which they say "could only have been formed by water".&nbsp;

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Dr Steven Banham, the lead author of the study&nbsp;published in Geology, noted that "the sandstone revealed that water was probably abundant more recently, and for longer than previously thought—but by which process did the water leave these clues? "

"This water might have been pressurised liquid, forced into and deforming the sediment; frozen, with the repeat freezing and thawing process causing the deformation; or briny, and subject to large temperature swings."

"What's clear is that behind each of these potential ways to deform this sandstone, water is the common link," he noted.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Water on Mars: Mars may have hosted life for much longer than once believed, according to scientists. How much longer? Its habitable period might actually have been longer by millions of years.

Water on Mars: Mars may have hosted life for much longer than once believed, according to scientists. How much longer? Its habitable period might actually have been longer by millions of years. Water on Mars In its ancient past, Mars boasted oceans, lakes, and rivers, painting a picture reminiscent of early Earth during the solar system's infancy. As per estimates, the gradually changing climate rendered the red planet barren, as we know it today. Also read | ‘Martians wanted’: NASA is looking for volunteers to live in a Mars simulator for a year Competing theories exist regarding the disappearance of Martian water. Some propose it evaporated into space as the planet's atmosphere thinned, while others suggest it became trapped within the planet's crust, forming an icy permafrost layer. Traditionally, scientists thought Mars lost its water during the Hesperian period, about 3.7 to 2.9 billion years ago. However, recent findings propose water may have persisted until the late Hesperian period. However, a research team by the UK's Imperial College has now found signs that water was abundant in a 154 km-diameter basin just south of Mars' equator called Gale Crater. According to them, Mars had water "long after the planet was thought to have become dry and inhospitable." Why does water on Mars matter? The findings, as per the researchers, "have implications for our understanding of Mars' changing climate, as well as where we now look for signs of habitability." Using data from the Curiosity rover's exploration, researchers spotted deformed layers in Mars' desert sandstone, which they say "could only have been formed by water". Also read | Life on Mars? Curiosity rover discovers that it was once a 'planet of rivers' Dr Steven Banham, the lead author of the study published in Geology, noted that "the sandstone revealed that water was probably abundant more recently, and for longer than previously thought—but by which process did the water leave these clues? " "This water might have been pressurised liquid, forced into and deforming the sediment; frozen, with the repeat freezing and thawing process causing the deformation; or briny, and subject to large temperature swings." "What's clear is that behind each of these potential ways to deform this sandstone, water is the common link," he noted. (With inputs from agencies)

Mars may have hosted life for millions of years longer than previously thought

India’s defence exports grew 32.5% in the last fiscal. It crossed the ₹21,000-crore mark for the first time. The development comes as India seeks to boost its indigenous defence manufacturing ecosystem. Watch this video for all details.

India's defence exports soar to an all-time high of ₹21,000 crore

Supreme Court refused interim relief to the Indian state of Kerala. Kerala wanted to raise additional borrowing of Rs 10,722 crores for the financial year 2023-24. Watch this video for all details.

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Sudden heavy rainfall and stormy winds lashed parts of India's eastern state of West Bengal on Sunday (March 31), killing at least five and injuring several others, as per officials, prompting evacuation efforts.

At least five killed, several injured as cyclonic storm batters West Bengal

Former Indian cricketer Ravi Shashtri has opined that the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) season will be the last time we see MS Dhoni take the field, especially after the latter handed over the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captaincy to Ruturaj Gaikwad.&nbsp;

The decision to pass on the captaincy armband was announced on the eve of&nbsp;CSK's opening match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), earlier this month, which took the fans by surprise.&nbsp;

"This is MS Dhoni's last season okay, very clear. You know depends how his body copes with everything, whether he plays the whole season or doesn't play the whole season, only time will tell," Shastri told the host broadcaster.&nbsp;

Asked to decode why Dhoni had given up on captaincy, Shastri said he wanted to ease the process for Gaikwad.&nbsp;

"But what he has done is that he said, I don't want to give the job to Ruturaj halfway through the tournament. Be in the hot seat from the outside, I am watching from the back, if he needs some help I'm there to help him out but I think as compared to the year when Jadeja was captain, MS will take more and more of the backseat and probably contribute just in a little way between the drinks break or something like that," Shastri added.

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<h2>What did CSK announce?</h2>

Akin to the way MS Dhoni has made such announcements in the past, CSK released a statement and informed about the change in guard.&nbsp;

"MS Dhoni has handed over Chennai Super Kings’ captaincy to Ruturaj Gaikwad ahead of the start of TATA IPL 2024," CSK said in an official statement.

"Ruturaj has been an integral part of Chennai Super Kings since 2019 and has played 52 matches in IPL during this period. The team looks forward to the upcoming season," it added.&nbsp;

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Dhoni guided CSK to a record-equalling fifth title last season despite suffering from a wobbly knee throughout the tournament. At the time, many wondered if it would be the last swansong for him but the former Indian captain said he would return the next year.&nbsp;

CSK squad for IPL 2024:&nbsp;MS Dhoni, Devon Conway, Avanish Rao Aravelly, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shaik Rasheed, Ajinkya Rahane, Sameer Rizvi, Moeen Ali, Shivam Dube, Rajvardhan Hangargekar, Ravindra Jadeja, Mitchell Santner, Ajay Mandal, Nishant Sindhu, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Shardul Thakur, Deepak Chahar, Tushar Deshpande, Matheesha Pathirana, Simarjeet Singh, Prashant Solanki, Maheesh Theekshana, Mustafizur Rahman, Mukesh Choudhary

(With inputs from agencies)

Former Indian cricketer Ravi Shashtri has opined that the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) season will be the last time we see MS Dhoni take the field, especially after the latter handed over the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captaincy to Ruturaj Gaikwad.

Former Indian cricketer Ravi Shashtri has opined that the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) season will be the last time we see MS Dhoni take the field, especially after the latter handed over the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captaincy to Ruturaj Gaikwad. The decision to pass on the captaincy armband was announced on the eve of CSK's opening match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), earlier this month, which took the fans by surprise. "This is MS Dhoni's last season okay, very clear. You know depends how his body copes with everything, whether he plays the whole season or doesn't play the whole season, only time will tell," Shastri told the host broadcaster. Asked to decode why Dhoni had given up on captaincy, Shastri said he wanted to ease the process for Gaikwad. "But what he has done is that he said, I don't want to give the job to Ruturaj halfway through the tournament. Be in the hot seat from the outside, I am watching from the back, if he needs some help I'm there to help him out but I think as compared to the year when Jadeja was captain, MS will take more and more of the backseat and probably contribute just in a little way between the drinks break or something like that," Shastri added. Also read | IPL 2024: MS Dhoni steps down as CSK captain, Ruturaj Gaikwad announced as replacement What did CSK announce? Akin to the way MS Dhoni has made such announcements in the past, CSK released a statement and informed about the change in guard. "MS Dhoni has handed over Chennai Super Kings’ captaincy to Ruturaj Gaikwad ahead of the start of TATA IPL 2024," CSK said in an official statement. "Ruturaj has been an integral part of Chennai Super Kings since 2019 and has played 52 matches in IPL during this period. The team looks forward to the upcoming season," it added. Also read | IPL 2024: MS Dhoni steps down as CSK captain, Ruturaj Gaikwad announced as replacement Dhoni guided CSK to a record-equalling fifth title last season despite suffering from a wobbly knee throughout the tournament. At the time, many wondered if it would be the last swansong for him but the former Indian captain said he would return the next year. CSK squad for IPL 2024: MS Dhoni, Devon Conway, Avanish Rao Aravelly, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shaik Rasheed, Ajinkya Rahane, Sameer Rizvi, Moeen Ali, Shivam Dube, Rajvardhan Hangargekar, Ravindra Jadeja, Mitchell Santner, Ajay Mandal, Nishant Sindhu, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Shardul Thakur, Deepak Chahar, Tushar Deshpande, Matheesha Pathirana, Simarjeet Singh, Prashant Solanki, Maheesh Theekshana, Mustafizur Rahman, Mukesh Choudhary (With inputs from agencies)

IPL 2024: ‘This is his last season,’ Ravi Shastri on MS Dhoni’s IPL future

After Bayer Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso ended speculations about a potential move to Liverpool in the summer, reports have surfaced that the Merseyside club is hoping to land Sporting CP's Ruben Amorim.

After Bayer Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso ended speculations about a potential move to Liverpool in the summer, reports have surfaced that the Merseyside club is hoping to land Sporting CP's Ruben Amorim. The compensation package that the Reds may have to offer to avail the Portuguese's services has now been revealed. According to a report in The Telegraph, Amorim has a release clause in his contract which means if Liverpool want to bring him to Anfield next season, they would have to trigger the clause simply. Amorim can be allowed to leave the Portuguese club for as little as $16 million when the release clause becomes active in the summer. The fee further drops to $10.5 million the following season. While the fee might appear exponential, especially when hiring a manager, the recent market movement suggests that Liverpool are getting a bargain. Notably, Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich had to shell out $32.4 million to appoint RB Leipzig's Julian Nagelsmann in 2021 while Chelsea under Todd Boehly spent an astronomical $27 million to acquire Brighton's Graham Potter. Liverpool's first choice to replace the charismatic Jurgen Klopp was Alonso. The fact that the Spaniard played for the club and has a clear connection to the city meant that strong rumours were going around, suggesting that Alonso was all set to come to La AXA next season. Also read | Premier League: Liverpool to miss out on signing Bayer Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso Alonso releases statement However, with Leverkusen on the precipice of winning the Bundesliga title and the club moving ahead in the right direction, Alonso preferred to stay in Germany and build a dynasty with his young team. “Last week I had a meeting [with club officials] and informed them of the decision to continue being coach of Bayer Leverkusen,” said Alonso, ahead of the start of the final leg of the season. “After lot of talks about my future, I used the break to reflect and make my decision. I feel this is the right place to be for me as a young coach. My job at Bayer is not over. I want to help the club, help the players to develop, the board is great … it’s all fantastic here," he added. Klopp leaves Liverpool at the end of the season after successful nine years at the helm. The club is currently involved in a three-leg title race whilst challenging for the Europa League where there is a high possibility that Alonso's Leverkusen could meet them in the final. (With inputs from agencies)

Revealed! Here’s how much Liverpool would have to pay Sporting to land Ruben Amorim after Alonso snub

In South Africa, just days before Easter, a bus crash on Thursday (Mar 28) claimed the lives of 45 pilgrims travelling to an Easter service. The bus carrying 46 people was travelling from Botswana's capital, Gaborone, to an Easter service in the town of Moria in the north of South Africa.

As per reports, an eight-year-old child is the sole survivor of the tragedy.&nbsp;

<h2>What happened?</h2>

As per a statement by the nation's transport ministry, the bus driver is believed to have lost control of the vehicle. It said this caused the bus to go over the bridge and hit the ground, catching fire.

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"It is alleged that the driver lost control, colliding with barriers on the bridge causing the bus to go over the bridge and hitting the ground, where it caught fire," it said.

The tragic accident happened near Mmamatlakala in Limpopo province, about 190 miles (305&nbsp;km) north of Johannesburg, where the bus fell from a bridge linking two hillsides.

<h2>Lone Survivor</h2>

An eight-year-old child, the only passenger to survive the bus crash, was in a seriously injured condition. In a statement, Limpopo's Department of Transport revealed that the child whose identity is yet to be revealed was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.

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The provincial department, as reported by Reuters, said that the bodies of some passengers were burnt beyond recognition in the accident, while others were trapped by the debris or scattered over the crash scene.

While the bus had Botswana number plates, the nationality of the passengers was still being checked.

<h2>Condolences&nbsp;</h2>

Sindisiwe Chikunga, the transport minister, visited the site of the crash. As per BBC, Chikunga said that the South African government would help repatriate the bodies and also conduct a full inquiry into the crash.

Extending her "heartfelt condolences to the families affected by the tragic bus crash," she said, "Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time."

"We continue to urge responsible driving at all times with heightened alertness as more people are on our roads this Easter weekend," she added.

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, as per his office, has also sent his condolences to Botswana and has pledged support to the country.

While South Africa has one of Africa's most developed road networks, its safety record is among one of the worst.

(With inputs from agencies)

In South Africa, just days before Easter, a bus crash on Thursday (Mar 28) claimed the lives of 45 pilgrims travelling to an Easter service. The bus carrying 46 people was travelling from Botswana's capital, Gaborone, to an Easter service in the town of Moria in the north of South Africa.

In South Africa, just days before Easter, a bus crash on Thursday (Mar 28) claimed the lives of 45 pilgrims travelling to an Easter service. The bus carrying 46 people was travelling from Botswana's capital, Gaborone, to an Easter service in the town of Moria in the north of South Africa. As per reports, an eight-year-old child is the sole survivor of the tragedy. What happened? As per a statement by the nation's transport ministry, the bus driver is believed to have lost control of the vehicle. It said this caused the bus to go over the bridge and hit the ground, catching fire. Also read | Sam Bankman-Fried jailed for 25 years for $8bn theft from FTX customers "It is alleged that the driver lost control, colliding with barriers on the bridge causing the bus to go over the bridge and hitting the ground, where it caught fire," it said. The tragic accident happened near Mmamatlakala in Limpopo province, about 190 miles (305 km) north of Johannesburg, where the bus fell from a bridge linking two hillsides. Lone Survivor An eight-year-old child, the only passenger to survive the bus crash, was in a seriously injured condition. In a statement, Limpopo's Department of Transport revealed that the child whose identity is yet to be revealed was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. Also read | Moscow concert hall attack: Two suspects reportedly appeal pre-trial detention The provincial department, as reported by Reuters, said that the bodies of some passengers were burnt beyond recognition in the accident, while others were trapped by the debris or scattered over the crash scene. While the bus had Botswana number plates, the nationality of the passengers was still being checked. Condolences Sindisiwe Chikunga, the transport minister, visited the site of the crash. As per BBC, Chikunga said that the South African government would help repatriate the bodies and also conduct a full inquiry into the crash. Extending her "heartfelt condolences to the families affected by the tragic bus crash," she said, "Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time." "We continue to urge responsible driving at all times with heightened alertness as more people are on our roads this Easter weekend," she added. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, as per his office, has also sent his condolences to Botswana and has pledged support to the country. While South Africa has one of Africa's most developed road networks, its safety record is among one of the worst. (With inputs from agencies)

Bus crash kills 45 Easter pilgrims in South Africa; 8-year-old child lone survivor

A new study has revealed that song lyrics are getting simpler and repetitive over time, and are becoming angrier and self-obsessed. The research, published Thursday (Mar 28) in the journal Scientific Reports, was carried out after analysing more than 12,000 English-language songs across several genres, including rap, country, pop, R&amp;B and rock from 1980 to 2020.

According to experts, lyrics are a “mirror of society,” indicating a change in the society’s cultural values, emotions and preoccupations.

Senior researcher Eva Zangerle, an expert on recommendation systems at Austria’s University of Innsbruck, stopped short of pointing fingers at an individual artist for simple lyrics but highlighted a general trend.

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“What we have also been witnessing in the last 40 years is a drastic change in the music landscape – from how music is sold to how music is produced,” Zangerle said. “Across all genres, lyrics had a tendency to become more simple and more repetitive,” Zangerle summarised.

<h2>Decrease in positive, joyful lyrics</h2>

The study adds to previous studies which showed lyrics have become less positive, and joyful over the last decades. They have also become more self-obsessed, frequented with words like “me” or “mine”.

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The number of repeated lines rose most in rap over the decades, Zangerle said – adding that it obviously had the most lines to begin with.

“Rap music has become more angry than the other genres,” she added.

<h2>Old is gold for rock fans</h2>

In line with the trend of degradation in lyrics, most rock fans still look up to older songs rather than new ones.

According to the research, rock has climbed down the charts in recent years, indicating that people are liking older songs more.

It further highlights that the way of consuming songs has also changed over the years. People tend to listen to music more in the background these days, Zangerle added citing previous research.

(With inputs from agencies)

A new study has revealed that song lyrics are getting simpler and repetitive over time, and are becoming angrier and self-obsessed. The research, published Thursday (Mar 28) in the journal Scientific Reports, was carried out after analysing more than 12,000 English-language songs across several genres, including rap, country, pop, R&B and rock from 1980 to 2020.

A new study has revealed that song lyrics are getting simpler and repetitive over time, and are becoming angrier and self-obsessed. The research, published Thursday (Mar 28) in the journal Scientific Reports, was carried out after analysing more than 12,000 English-language songs across several genres, including rap, country, pop, R&B and rock from 1980 to 2020. According to experts, lyrics are a “mirror of society,” indicating a change in the society’s cultural values, emotions and preoccupations. Senior researcher Eva Zangerle, an expert on recommendation systems at Austria’s University of Innsbruck, stopped short of pointing fingers at an individual artist for simple lyrics but highlighted a general trend. Also read: Why I can no longer celebrate Michael Jackson`s music “What we have also been witnessing in the last 40 years is a drastic change in the music landscape – from how music is sold to how music is produced,” Zangerle said. “Across all genres, lyrics had a tendency to become more simple and more repetitive,” Zangerle summarised. Decrease in positive, joyful lyrics The study adds to previous studies which showed lyrics have become less positive, and joyful over the last decades. They have also become more self-obsessed, frequented with words like “me” or “mine”. Also read: Zakir Hussain is a living example of India`s musical soft power: Ganesh Rajagopalan The number of repeated lines rose most in rap over the decades, Zangerle said – adding that it obviously had the most lines to begin with. “Rap music has become more angry than the other genres,” she added. Old is gold for rock fans In line with the trend of degradation in lyrics, most rock fans still look up to older songs rather than new ones. According to the research, rock has climbed down the charts in recent years, indicating that people are liking older songs more. It further highlights that the way of consuming songs has also changed over the years. People tend to listen to music more in the background these days, Zangerle added citing previous research. (With inputs from agencies)

You are not getting old, the songs are actually getting worse, new study finds

Pope Francis,&nbsp;sitting in his wheelchair, washed and kissed the feet of 12 women prisoners as part of a traditional ritual ahead of Easter on Thursday (Mar 28).

To perform the ritual the pontiff travelled to Rome's Rebibbia prison which is located in a run-down area on Rome's outskirts. There, he presided over a Holy Thursday Mass for dozens of inmates, guards, chaplains, and officials gathered in an outdoor area of the female section.

<h2>The ritual</h2>

According to Reuters, this ritual commemorates Jesus' act of humility towards his apostles during the Last Supper on the night before his crucifixion.

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The ritual called Pedelavium or Pedilavium is followed by various Christian denominations. However, Francis is the first pope to hold the ceremony outside churches. He also happens to be the first pope to include women, atheists, Muslims, and other non-Christians in the service.

Before him, the previous pope used to hold the service in either St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican or the Basilica of St John in Lateran, including only men, usually priests.

However, as per Reuters, in continuation of a practice he began when he was archbishop of Buenos Aires, Pope Francis typically holds the ceremony in prisons, homes for the elderly or hospices.

<h2>Pope's health</h2>

The pope, on a wheelchair due to poor health,&nbsp;washed and kissed the right feet of 12 women sitting on a riser. &nbsp;As per reports, many of the prisoners were foreigners and some of them were moved to tears by the gesture.

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The 87-year-old's health has been a concern recently. The pontiff, who recently limited his peaking engagements due to fatigue related to bouts of bronchitis and influenza, seemed fit during the washing of feet ceremony.

"Each of you has their own story, but the Lord listens to us with open arms and never tires of forgiving," he said, improvising his homily (sermon) around the theme of service to others.

(With inputs from agencies)

Pope Francis, sitting in his wheelchair, washed and kissed the feet of 12 women prisoners as part of a traditional ritual ahead of Easter on Thursday (Mar 28). To perform the ritual the pontiff travelled to Rome's Rebibbia prison which is located in a run-down area on Rome's outskirts.

Pope Francis, sitting in his wheelchair, washed and kissed the feet of 12 women prisoners as part of a traditional ritual ahead of Easter on Thursday (Mar 28). To perform the ritual the pontiff travelled to Rome's Rebibbia prison which is located in a run-down area on Rome's outskirts. There, he presided over a Holy Thursday Mass for dozens of inmates, guards, chaplains, and officials gathered in an outdoor area of the female section. The ritual According to Reuters, this ritual commemorates Jesus' act of humility towards his apostles during the Last Supper on the night before his crucifixion. Also read | Pope Francis, battling flu, struggles to sit in Popemobile, limits speech at gathering The ritual called Pedelavium or Pedilavium is followed by various Christian denominations. However, Francis is the first pope to hold the ceremony outside churches. He also happens to be the first pope to include women, atheists, Muslims, and other non-Christians in the service. Before him, the previous pope used to hold the service in either St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican or the Basilica of St John in Lateran, including only men, usually priests. However, as per Reuters, in continuation of a practice he began when he was archbishop of Buenos Aires, Pope Francis typically holds the ceremony in prisons, homes for the elderly or hospices. Pope's health The pope, on a wheelchair due to poor health, washed and kissed the right feet of 12 women sitting on a riser. As per reports, many of the prisoners were foreigners and some of them were moved to tears by the gesture. Also read | Pope Francis undergoes medical evaluation in Rome hospital amid lingering battle with flu The 87-year-old's health has been a concern recently. The pontiff, who recently limited his peaking engagements due to fatigue related to bouts of bronchitis and influenza, seemed fit during the washing of feet ceremony. "Each of you has their own story, but the Lord listens to us with open arms and never tires of forgiving," he said, improvising his homily (sermon) around the theme of service to others. (With inputs from agencies)

Pope Francis, on wheelchair, washes and kisses feet of female prisoners in ritual ahead of Easter

Divers retrieved the bodies of two people, out of the six workers who had been unaccounted for since a highway bridge collapsed into Baltimore Harbour following a collision with a cargo ship.

In other news, there are concerns that the number of casualties from the terrorist attack at the Moscow concert hall may exceed the official death toll of 140.

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Divers on Wednesday (Mar 27) recovered the remains of two of the six workers missing since a highway bridge collapsed into Baltimore Harbor after being struck by a faltering cargo freighter.&nbsp;

The bodies, as per Reuters, were found in the Patapsco River, a day after the vessel rammed into a support pylon of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, knocking most of it into the water below.

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The death toll from the Moscow concert hall terrorist attack is feared to be higher than the official death toll of 140. In a statement on Wednesday (Mar 27), Russian state investigations reported that they have received 143 reports of persons missing after last week's mass shooting in Moscow.&nbsp;

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Tragedy struck Rockford, Illinois on Wednesday afternoon (Mar 27) as four people were killed and five were injured in a stabbing spree. As per reports, of the five injured in the attack, four are in stable condition, and one is in critical condition.

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French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal said that the state will sue the teenage girl who falsely accused her headteacher of using violence during a heated argument over wearing an Islamic head covering.

The headteacher had asked the girl to remove the head covering inside the school premises, as per French law.

However, the teacher was forced to resign after he faced death threats on social media. After the killing of two teachers, any kind of Islamist threats sent to French schools in considered extremely serious in the country.&nbsp;

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Reacting to the summoning of an American diplomat by India over the remarks of the United States on the Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's arrest in the liquor policy case, Washington DC on Wednesday (Mar 27) reiterated its call for "fair, transparent, timely legal processes".

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Divers retrieved the bodies of two people, out of the six workers who had been unaccounted for since a highway bridge collapsed into Baltimore Harbour following a collision with a cargo ship.

Divers retrieved the bodies of two people, out of the six workers who had been unaccounted for since a highway bridge collapsed into Baltimore Harbour following a collision with a cargo ship. In other news, there are concerns that the number of casualties from the terrorist attack at the Moscow concert hall may exceed the official death toll of 140. Click on the headlines to read more. Baltimore bridge collapse: Two bodies recovered; retrieval efforts suspended due to treacherous waters Divers on Wednesday (Mar 27) recovered the remains of two of the six workers missing since a highway bridge collapsed into Baltimore Harbor after being struck by a faltering cargo freighter. The bodies, as per Reuters, were found in the Patapsco River, a day after the vessel rammed into a support pylon of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, knocking most of it into the water below. Moscow concert hall attack: Death toll likely higher than reported, with 143 missing The death toll from the Moscow concert hall terrorist attack is feared to be higher than the official death toll of 140. In a statement on Wednesday (Mar 27), Russian state investigations reported that they have received 143 reports of persons missing after last week's mass shooting in Moscow. Illinois stabbing spree: Four killed, five injured in Rockford; suspect in custody Tragedy struck Rockford, Illinois on Wednesday afternoon (Mar 27) as four people were killed and five were injured in a stabbing spree. As per reports, of the five injured in the attack, four are in stable condition, and one is in critical condition. France to prosecute teen for falsely accusing school head in Islamic veil row French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal said that the state will sue the teenage girl who falsely accused her headteacher of using violence during a heated argument over wearing an Islamic head covering. The headteacher had asked the girl to remove the head covering inside the school premises, as per French law. However, the teacher was forced to resign after he faced death threats on social media. After the killing of two teachers, any kind of Islamist threats sent to French schools in considered extremely serious in the country. US reacts to India summoning diplomat on Arvind Kejriwal's arrest, speaks about Opp's frozen accounts Reacting to the summoning of an American diplomat by India over the remarks of the United States on the Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's arrest in the liquor policy case, Washington DC on Wednesday (Mar 27) reiterated its call for "fair, transparent, timely legal processes".

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Tragedy struck Rockford, Illinois on Wednesday afternoon (Mar 27) as four people were killed and five injured in a stabbing spree.

Of the four people killed in the attack, one was a 15-year-old girl. Other victims include a 63-year-old woman, a 49-year-old man, and a 22-year-old man. One victim, as per Caruana, was a postal worker. Their identities are yet to be revealed.

As per reports, of the five injured in the attack, four are in stable condition, and one is in critical condition.

<h2>Suspect in custody</h2>

As per local media reports citing Rockford police, the suspect, a 22-year-old man, was apprehended by the police at 1:35 pm, and was in custody. As of now, the motive for the attack has not been determined.

CBS News reports that not all the victims were stabbed. However, no gunshots were reported.

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Rockford Police Chief Carla Redd reported that they received the first call seeking medical assistance in the 2300 block of Holmes at around 1:15 pm (local time). This was followed by additional calls for police and paramedics at various locations in Rockford and Winnebago County.

In a statement, the police said: "On Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at approximately 1:14 pm, Rockford Police officers responded to multiple addresses in the area of Holmes Street, Winnetka Drive, and Cleveland Avenue."&nbsp;

"We are currently working through the details of the investigation and further updates will follow as the investigation continues. The suspect, a 22-year-old male, was located in the same area and taken into custody at 1:35 pm," it added.

<h2>Home invasion?</h2>

As per the Winnebago County Sheriff, Gary Caruana, a home invasion was reported near the intersection of Florence and Eggleston.

The home invasion resulted in a young woman being stabbed in the face and hands and getting seriously wounded. A Good Samaritan who tried to help her was also stabbed.&nbsp;

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Chief Redd stated that the suspect was being questioned, but a motive for the attack had not yet been established. The investigation into the incident is ongoing.

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Tragedy struck Rockford, Illinois on Wednesday afternoon (Mar 27) as four people were killed and five injured in a stabbing spree. Of the four people killed in the attack, one was a 15-year-old girl.

Tragedy struck Rockford, Illinois on Wednesday afternoon (Mar 27) as four people were killed and five injured in a stabbing spree. Of the four people killed in the attack, one was a 15-year-old girl. Other victims include a 63-year-old woman, a 49-year-old man, and a 22-year-old man. One victim, as per Caruana, was a postal worker. Their identities are yet to be revealed. As per reports, of the five injured in the attack, four are in stable condition, and one is in critical condition. Suspect in custody As per local media reports citing Rockford police, the suspect, a 22-year-old man, was apprehended by the police at 1:35 pm, and was in custody. As of now, the motive for the attack has not been determined. CBS News reports that not all the victims were stabbed. However, no gunshots were reported. Also read | Baltimore bridge collapse: Two bodies recovered; retrieval efforts suspended due to treacherous waters Rockford Police Chief Carla Redd reported that they received the first call seeking medical assistance in the 2300 block of Holmes at around 1:15 pm (local time). This was followed by additional calls for police and paramedics at various locations in Rockford and Winnebago County. In a statement, the police said: "On Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at approximately 1:14 pm, Rockford Police officers responded to multiple addresses in the area of Holmes Street, Winnetka Drive, and Cleveland Avenue." "We are currently working through the details of the investigation and further updates will follow as the investigation continues. The suspect, a 22-year-old male, was located in the same area and taken into custody at 1:35 pm," it added. Home invasion? As per the Winnebago County Sheriff, Gary Caruana, a home invasion was reported near the intersection of Florence and Eggleston. The home invasion resulted in a young woman being stabbed in the face and hands and getting seriously wounded. A Good Samaritan who tried to help her was also stabbed. Also read | Moscow concert hall attack: Death toll likely higher than reported, with 143 missing Chief Redd stated that the suspect was being questioned, but a motive for the attack had not yet been established. The investigation into the incident is ongoing. (With inputs from agencies)

Illinois stabbing spree: Four killed, five injured in Rockford; suspect in custody

Following the bridge collapse in Baltimore harbour on Tuesday (Mar 26) caused by a massive cargo ship colliding with the structure, six workers are unaccounted for and believed to be dead. In other news,&nbsp;Russia detained a man of Kyrgyzstan origin suspected of involvement in the mass shooting at a Moscow concert hall. Separately, the judge in New York presiding over Donald Trump's trial concerning alleged hush money payments to a porn star implemented a partial gag order on the former president.

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Russia on Tuesday (Mar 26) remanded in custody a Kyrgyzstan-born man suspected to be involved in Friday's mass shooting at a Moscow concert hall, amid concerns of torture. He is the eighth suspect to be remanded in pre-trial detention since gunmen sprayed concertgoers with bullets in the deadliest attack in Russia in two decades.

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The US Supreme Court appeared sceptical about limiting access to the abortion drug mifepristone during a hearing on Tuesday (Mar 26). As per reports, the top court signalled that it was unlikely to go through with such a limitation and questioned the appropriateness of challenging the drug's federal approval.

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On Tuesday (Mar 26), the New York judge overseeing Donald Trump's trial regarding purported hush money payments to a porn star imposed a partial gag order on the former president. Judge Juan Merchan instructed Trump to refrain from publicly criticising potential witnesses, prosecutors, court personnel, their relatives, or potential jurors.

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Tragedy struck off the coast of Gaza on Tuesday, as 12&nbsp;people drowned while attempting to reach aid dropped by a plane on a beach. Palestinian health authorities reported the incident, highlighting the desperate situation faced by many amid fears of famine, which have intensified nearly six months into Israel's military campaign.

Following the bridge collapse in Baltimore harbour on Tuesday (Mar 26) caused by a massive cargo ship colliding with the structure, six workers are unaccounted for and believed to be dead.

Following the bridge collapse in Baltimore harbour on Tuesday (Mar 26) caused by a massive cargo ship colliding with the structure, six workers are unaccounted for and believed to be dead. In other news, Russia detained a man of Kyrgyzstan origin suspected of involvement in the mass shooting at a Moscow concert hall. Separately, the judge in New York presiding over Donald Trump's trial concerning alleged hush money payments to a porn star implemented a partial gag order on the former president. Click on the headlines to read more. Baltimore bridge collapse: Six missing workers presumed dead Six workers are missing and presumed dead in the aftermath of the tragic bridge collapse in Baltimore harbour on Tuesday (Mar 26) when a massive cargo ship rammed into the structure. Moscow concert hall attack: Russia detains eighth suspect amid torture concerns Russia on Tuesday (Mar 26) remanded in custody a Kyrgyzstan-born man suspected to be involved in Friday's mass shooting at a Moscow concert hall, amid concerns of torture. He is the eighth suspect to be remanded in pre-trial detention since gunmen sprayed concertgoers with bullets in the deadliest attack in Russia in two decades. US Supreme Court appears sceptical about limiting access to abortion pills The US Supreme Court appeared sceptical about limiting access to the abortion drug mifepristone during a hearing on Tuesday (Mar 26). As per reports, the top court signalled that it was unlikely to go through with such a limitation and questioned the appropriateness of challenging the drug's federal approval. US judge issues gag order against Trump in New York hush money case On Tuesday (Mar 26), the New York judge overseeing Donald Trump's trial regarding purported hush money payments to a porn star imposed a partial gag order on the former president. Judge Juan Merchan instructed Trump to refrain from publicly criticising potential witnesses, prosecutors, court personnel, their relatives, or potential jurors. Gaza humanitarian crisis deepens: 12 drown trying to reach US aid airdropped onto a beach Tragedy struck off the coast of Gaza on Tuesday, as 12 people drowned while attempting to reach aid dropped by a plane on a beach. Palestinian health authorities reported the incident, highlighting the desperate situation faced by many amid fears of famine, which have intensified nearly six months into Israel's military campaign.

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Pathogens from animals gave some of the deadliest diseases to humankind. For example, the virus that causes AIDS crossed over from chimpanzees. But a new study suggests this exchange has not been a one-way street. Watch this video to find out all details.

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Hamas has reaffirmed its commitment to original ceasefire terms, including Israeli troop withdrawal from Gaza and the return of displaced Palestinians. Russian president Vladimir Putin has alleged that&nbsp;radical Islamists were behind the Moscow concert hall attack and has reiterated Ukraine's involvement.

A US judge has dismissed Elon Musk's lawsuit against hate speech watchdog, the Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH).

Balochistan Liberation Army has claimed responsibility for an attack on Pakistan's PNS Siddique naval base in Turbat.&nbsp;

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Palestinian militant group Hamas on Monday (Mar 25) said to the mediators that it will follow the original proposal on finalising a comprehensive ceasefire, which includes the Israeli troops' withdrawal from Gaza and the displaced Palestinians' return in the war-ravaged enclave.&nbsp;

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Russian President Vladimir Putin said that radical Islamists carried out the Crocus City concert hall attack, however, he reasserted his claims that Ukraine is likely to have been involved in the shootout, which left 139 dead.&nbsp;

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Pakistan's second-largest naval air station, the PNS Siddique in Turbat, came under attack on Tuesday (Mar 26). The Majeed Brigade of the Balochistan Liberation Army, a proscribed separatist militant organisation based in Afghanistan, has claimed responsibility for the heavy attack that was marked by intense gunfire and multiple explosions.

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Hamas has reaffirmed its commitment to original ceasefire terms, including Israeli troop withdrawal from Gaza and the return of displaced Palestinians. Russian president Vladimir Putin has alleged that radical Islamists were behind the Moscow concert hall attack and has reiterated Ukraine's involvement.

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