A report shows that Pakistan sold arms worth $900 million to US for supply to the Ukrainian military. More has been revealed about the secret arms deal. Did Pakistan sell weapons to Ukraine in the past? Molly Gambhir tells you more.

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Kerala's government has released price rates at which people can hire cops, police dogs, security equipments and even an entire police station. Some officials have heavily criticised the order by citing security concerns. Will there be any takers for the new scheme? Molly Gambhir tells you more.

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China is offering crash courses on how to catch spies to its students. Is this vigilance or paranoia? What is Xi Jinping afraid of? Molly Gambhir tells you more.

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India's university town of Santiniketan has secured a place in the UNESCO World Heritage list. It was founded by Rabindranath Tagore in 1901. Since then it has been an integral part of India's cultural and intellectual heritage. Molly Gambhir tells you more.

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UK is on alert over the fast-spreading Covid-19 variant BA.2.86, also called 'Pirola'. The mutated Covid-19 variant pirola is contributing to a spike in cases across scotland and the rest of UK. As of this week, there have been at least 37 cases recorded in England, which is an increase of over three infections from the previous week. Molly Gambhir brings you a report.

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A fighter jet has gone missing in the United States. Authorities have asked the public to help locate the jet. How did the jet go missing? What really happened? Molly Gambhir tells you more.

Gravitas: US authorities ask for public help to find missing jet

Pakistan's new Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa took his oath while being accompanied by his wife on stage. His supporters are calling this symbolic. They say it was a message to the Pakistani establishment. Molly Gambhir tells you how.

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Several sources estimate that Katy Perry sold Litmus Music a package of her music rights for $225 million (£182 million). The five albums Perry released for Capitol Records between 2008's One of the Boys and 2020's Smile are all included in the transaction, which was revealed on Monday.

Singer Katy Perry sells music catalog rights to Litmus music

Apple launches iOS 17: Tech giant Apple launched the highly anticipated iOS 17 update with the new iPhone operating system at 10:30 pm IST on Monday.&nbsp;

The company during its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) said that the operating system upgrade will bring a host of new exciting features to iPhones, Hindustan Times reported.&nbsp;

Furthermore, the new iOS&nbsp;offers several enhancements, such as interactive widgets, Standby Mode, Contact Posters etc. Check all the details below:

<h2>Is your iPhone compatible with the new iOS 17?</h2>

All iPhones starting with the XS series are compatible with the update.&nbsp;

Here's the list:

iPhone 15 series

iPhone 14 Series

iPhone 13 Series

iPhone 12 Series

iPhone 11 Series

iPhone XS

iPhone XS Max

iPhone XR

iPhone SE 2020

iPhone SE 2022

<h2>Which iPhones will miss out on the latest update:</h2>

iPhone 8

iPhone 8 Plus

iPhone X

<h2>What are the new updates in iOS 17?</h2>

All your iMessage apps in one place

Send a notification to friends and family to let them know when you arrive safely

Faster and more relevant search

Catch up and swipe to reply

A new way to share and view locations

Read an audio message transcription

Even more accurate autocorrect

Record a video or audio message when someone misses your FaceTime call.

A new app to write and remember

<h2>How to update your iPhone to iOS 17?</h2>

To update your device, follow the steps mentioned below:

First open settings.

Then navigate to general.

Select Software update.

Then tap on "Download and Install."

To update immediately tap on "Install."

If you want to do it later, tap on "Later" and choose either option "Install Tonight" or "Remind Me Later." It is to be noted that if you've selected "Install Tonight", then make sure to connect your device to a power source at night and it will update by morning. 
&nbsp; 
If prompted, enter your passcode.&nbsp;

Once you've chosen the "Download and Install"&nbsp;option, a loading bar will appear showing an estimated download time. After the download is complete, restart your device, and iOS 17 will be installed automatically.

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Apple launches iOS 17: Tech giant Apple launched the highly anticipated iOS 17 update with the new iPhone operating system at 10:30 pm IST on Monday. The company during its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) said that the operating system upgrade will bring a host of new exciting features to iPhones, Hindustan Times reported.

Apple launches iOS 17: Tech giant Apple launched the highly anticipated iOS 17 update with the new iPhone operating system at 10:30 pm IST on Monday. The company during its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) said that the operating system upgrade will bring a host of new exciting features to iPhones, Hindustan Times reported. Furthermore, the new iOS offers several enhancements, such as interactive widgets, Standby Mode, Contact Posters etc. Check all the details below: Is your iPhone compatible with the new iOS 17? All iPhones starting with the XS series are compatible with the update. Here's the list: iPhone 15 series iPhone 14 Series iPhone 13 Series iPhone 12 Series iPhone 11 Series iPhone XS iPhone XS Max iPhone XR iPhone SE 2020 iPhone SE 2022 Which iPhones will miss out on the latest update: iPhone 8 iPhone 8 Plus iPhone X What are the new updates in iOS 17? All your iMessage apps in one place Send a notification to friends and family to let them know when you arrive safely Faster and more relevant search Catch up and swipe to reply A new way to share and view locations Read an audio message transcription Even more accurate autocorrect Record a video or audio message when someone misses your FaceTime call. A new app to write and remember How to update your iPhone to iOS 17? To update your device, follow the steps mentioned below: First open settings. Then navigate to general. Select Software update. Then tap on "Download and Install." To update immediately tap on "Install." If you want to do it later, tap on "Later" and choose either option "Install Tonight" or "Remind Me Later." It is to be noted that if you've selected "Install Tonight", then make sure to connect your device to a power source at night and it will update by morning. If prompted, enter your passcode. Once you've chosen the "Download and Install" option, a loading bar will appear showing an estimated download time. After the download is complete, restart your device, and iOS 17 will be installed automatically. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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'Taliban are not friendly with musicians, they burn musical instruments, that's ultimate cruelty for a musician.' In an exclusive chat with WION's Samarpita Das, Afghan refugee and singer Abi K Safa talks about his struggle as a musician under the Taliban and tells how he ended up working with the three-time Grammy winner Ricky Kej.

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The Democratic Representative of Virginia, Jennifer Wexton, on Monday (Sep 18)&nbsp;announced that she will not be seeking reelection due to health concerns. Wexton mentioned that she will serve her present term.

The 55-year-old Democrat&nbsp;was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease a few months ago. Her doctors have now modified her diagnosis to&nbsp;Supra-nuclear Palsy, CNN reported.&nbsp;

"I'm heartbroken to have to give up something I have loved after so many years of serving my community. But taking into consideration the prognosis for my health over the coming years, I have made the decision not to seek reelection once my term is complete and instead spend my valued time with Andrew, our boys, and my friends and loved ones," she said.&nbsp;

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<h2>Who is Jennifer Wexton?</h2>

Jennifer Lynn Wexton is an American lawyer and politician. She was born on 27 May 1968 in &nbsp;Leesburg, Virginia. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Maryland, College Park.

Wexton then enrolled at the College of William &amp; Mary's Law School and received a Juris Doctor. At William &amp; Mary, she was a member of Phi Delta Phi, a legal honour society.&nbsp;

Wexton was first elected in 2018, after defeating the then-GOP Representative Barbara Comstock, while she was a part of the freshman class that helped Democrats retake control of the House.&nbsp;

Prior to being elected to Congress, Wexton was a member of the Virginia state State and was a judge and assistant commonwealth attorney.

<h2>What is Parkinson's disease and its symptoms?</h2>

Parkinson's disease is a progressive disorder that affects the nervous system and body parts movement. Tremors are a common symptom, but the disorder may also cause stiffness or slowing of movement.

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Patients diagnosed with the illness might have mental and behavioural changes, sleep problems, depression, memory difficulties, and fatigue. Other symptoms include depression, difficulty in chewing, swallowing, speaking, skin and urinary problems.&nbsp;

Although there is no cure for Parkinson’s disease, medicines, surgical treatment, and other therapies can offer relief from some symptoms.

<h2>Wexton a "moderate democrat"</h2>

Commentators have called Wexton a "moderate Democrat." She has emphasised working with both Republicans and Democrats. 
&nbsp; 
She has worked across several sectors including crime, economy and health care. Wexton also showed support to the LGBTQ groups. In 2019, she hung a transgender pride flag outside her office showing her support to the community.&nbsp;

In 2022, she was reelected by 64 per cent points. However, the district would have been more competitive in 2024.&nbsp;

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The Democratic Representative of Virginia, Jennifer Wexton, on Monday (Sep 18) announced that she will not be seeking reelection due to health concerns. Wexton mentioned that she will serve her present term.

The Democratic Representative of Virginia, Jennifer Wexton, on Monday (Sep 18) announced that she will not be seeking reelection due to health concerns. Wexton mentioned that she will serve her present term. The 55-year-old Democrat was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease a few months ago. Her doctors have now modified her diagnosis to Supra-nuclear Palsy, CNN reported. "I'm heartbroken to have to give up something I have loved after so many years of serving my community. But taking into consideration the prognosis for my health over the coming years, I have made the decision not to seek reelection once my term is complete and instead spend my valued time with Andrew, our boys, and my friends and loved ones," she said. Also read | Trump to skip next Republican debate, give speech to auto workers Who is Jennifer Wexton? Jennifer Lynn Wexton is an American lawyer and politician. She was born on 27 May 1968 in Leesburg, Virginia. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Maryland, College Park. Wexton then enrolled at the College of William & Mary's Law School and received a Juris Doctor. At William & Mary, she was a member of Phi Delta Phi, a legal honour society. Wexton was first elected in 2018, after defeating the then-GOP Representative Barbara Comstock, while she was a part of the freshman class that helped Democrats retake control of the House. Prior to being elected to Congress, Wexton was a member of the Virginia state State and was a judge and assistant commonwealth attorney. What is Parkinson's disease and its symptoms? Parkinson's disease is a progressive disorder that affects the nervous system and body parts movement. Tremors are a common symptom, but the disorder may also cause stiffness or slowing of movement. Watch | Who do US voters prefer? Donald Trump or Joe Biden? Patients diagnosed with the illness might have mental and behavioural changes, sleep problems, depression, memory difficulties, and fatigue. Other symptoms include depression, difficulty in chewing, swallowing, speaking, skin and urinary problems. Although there is no cure for Parkinson’s disease, medicines, surgical treatment, and other therapies can offer relief from some symptoms. Wexton a "moderate democrat" Commentators have called Wexton a "moderate Democrat." She has emphasised working with both Republicans and Democrats. She has worked across several sectors including crime, economy and health care. Wexton also showed support to the LGBTQ groups. In 2019, she hung a transgender pride flag outside her office showing her support to the community. In 2022, she was reelected by 64 per cent points. However, the district would have been more competitive in 2024. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Chin has reportedly approved clinical trials for a stem cell-based 'artificial liver'. This development offers hope for millions suffering from liver failure.&nbsp;

This bio-artificial liver, created by a team of Chinese researchers, operates outside the body, performing functions such as detoxification and protein synthesis typically carried out by the liver.&nbsp;

<h2>How does it work?</h2>

How the bioreactor system works is fascinating. South China Morning Post (SCMP) reports that blood flows through the bioreactor system, where a hollow fibre membrane cultivates stem cells and necessary substances.&nbsp;

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These substances are then introduced into the patient's bloodstream to help regenerate tissue and suppress liver damage caused by inflammation.&nbsp;

Similar membranes have been used in other medical processes, but this is the first time it is being used to culture stem cells.&nbsp;This method has shown promise in animal models, increasing survival rates significantly.

Gao Yi, executive director of the Translational Medicine Centre at Zhujiang Hospital of Southern Medical University in Guangdong province said: "In animal models involving pigs and monkeys, we observed that our method increased the survival rate from 17 per cent, as seen with conventional treatments, to 87.5 per cent."

<h2>How will it help liver patients?</h2>

Currently, liver transplantation is the only effective treatment for liver failure.&nbsp;However, the treatment is often limited by a shortage of donors, complex surgeries, high cost, and finally, the need for lifelong immunosuppressants.&nbsp;

The stem cell-based artificial liver aims to support the diseased liver until it regenerates or a suitable graft for transplantation becomes available.

China, as per the report, has a high prevalence of liver failures, with about 500,000 to 1 million newly diagnosed cases reported every year. Despite that, conventional treatments offer only&nbsp;limited management, and till date, there is no cure.&nbsp;

<h2>When will the treatment be available to the public?</h2>

Clinical trials for this innovative device will determine its effectiveness in human patients. However, it represents a promising breakthrough in liver failure treatment.

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The concept of artificial livers was first proposed in the 1950s. In the 1980s, the development of bio-artificial livers started. This research aimed to mimic the comprehensive functions of real livers without relying on extrinsic plasma and blood proteins.&nbsp;

While bio-artificial livers are still in the research and development phase, they offer potential as a game-changing therapy for liver failure in the future.&nbsp;Several biotech companies, both in China and internationally, are reportedly exploring bio-artificial liver technologies.&nbsp;

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Chin has reportedly approved clinical trials for a stem cell-based 'artificial liver'. This development offers hope for millions suffering from liver failure. This bio-artificial liver, created by a team of Chinese researchers, operates outside the body, performing functions such as detoxification and protein synthesis typically carried out by the liver. How does it work? How the bioreactor system works is fascinating. South China Morning Post (SCMP) reports that blood flows through the bioreactor system, where a hollow fibre membrane cultivates stem cells and necessary substances. Also read | A terrifying beast lived long before the dinosaurs, a newly found skull proves These substances are then introduced into the patient's bloodstream to help regenerate tissue and suppress liver damage caused by inflammation. Similar membranes have been used in other medical processes, but this is the first time it is being used to culture stem cells. This method has shown promise in animal models, increasing survival rates significantly. Gao Yi, executive director of the Translational Medicine Centre at Zhujiang Hospital of Southern Medical University in Guangdong province said: "In animal models involving pigs and monkeys, we observed that our method increased the survival rate from 17 per cent, as seen with conventional treatments, to 87.5 per cent." How will it help liver patients? Currently, liver transplantation is the only effective treatment for liver failure. However, the treatment is often limited by a shortage of donors, complex surgeries, high cost, and finally, the need for lifelong immunosuppressants. The stem cell-based artificial liver aims to support the diseased liver until it regenerates or a suitable graft for transplantation becomes available. China, as per the report, has a high prevalence of liver failures, with about 500,000 to 1 million newly diagnosed cases reported every year. Despite that, conventional treatments offer only limited management, and till date, there is no cure. When will the treatment be available to the public? Clinical trials for this innovative device will determine its effectiveness in human patients. However, it represents a promising breakthrough in liver failure treatment. Also read | People with one particular line of gene more susceptible to severe Covid: Study The concept of artificial livers was first proposed in the 1950s. In the 1980s, the development of bio-artificial livers started. This research aimed to mimic the comprehensive functions of real livers without relying on extrinsic plasma and blood proteins. While bio-artificial livers are still in the research and development phase, they offer potential as a game-changing therapy for liver failure in the future. Several biotech companies, both in China and internationally, are reportedly exploring bio-artificial liver technologies. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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A spring heat wave is gripping large parts of Australia's southeast, including Sydney, and&nbsp;as per predictions, is only expected to intensify. &nbsp;

Australia's Bureau of Meteorology, as per Reuters, has predicted that&nbsp;on Monday&nbsp;temperatures may rise by up to 16 degrees Celsius (60 Fahrenheit) above the September average.&nbsp;

<h2>Heat wave in spring</h2>

Reuters reports that this heat wave has been building in the Australia's outback interior and is likely to last until Wednesday.&nbsp;

In Sydney's western areas, temperatures are expected to reach 36 degrees Celsius (96.8 F) on Monday. By Thursday, it is expected to&nbsp;drop to around 22 degrees Celsius (71 F), according to weather bureau forecasts.

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The heat wave is affecting the states of South Australia, Victoria, and New South Wales and the weather bureau foresees that several early spring temperature records will be broken in the coming days.&nbsp;

The Australian weather agency has described the heat as "very uncommon for September."&nbsp;

<h2>When can Aussies expect relief?</h2>

As per the weather agency, relief from the heat is not expected until Wednesday.

In a Facebook post on Sunday, it said: "A reprieve from the heat is not expected until Wednesday onwards, as a stronger cold front crosses the southeastern states."

On Sunday, the scorching heat reportedly took a toll on participants in the Sydney marathon, where 26 people were taken to the hospital and approximately 40 treated for heat exhaustion by emergency services.

<h2>Threat of wildfires</h2>

The heat wave, as per the news agency report, has also heightened the risk of wildfires, with several regions assigned 'high' fire danger ratings.&nbsp;

Even as about 50 grass or bushfires burn across New South Wales, authorities have urged residents to prepare for further bushfires. The current bushfires, as per the report, have been brought under control.

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Australia is bracing for a hotter Southern Hemisphere spring and summer due to the strengthening possibility of an El Niño event, which, as per forecasts, may develop between September and November.&nbsp;

El Niño can lead to extreme weather events, including wildfires, cyclones, and droughts in Australia, which prompted the warnings of increased bushfire risks this summer.

To prepare for the upcoming bushfire season Hazard reduction, Sydney authorities last week conducted precautionary hazard reduction burns that left the city shrouded in a thick smoke haze.

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A spring heat wave is gripping large parts of Australia's southeast, including Sydney, and as per predictions, is only expected to intensify. Australia's Bureau of Meteorology, as per Reuters, has predicted that on Monday temperatures may rise by up to 16 degrees Celsius (60 Fahrenheit) above the September average.

A spring heat wave is gripping large parts of Australia's southeast, including Sydney, and as per predictions, is only expected to intensify. Australia's Bureau of Meteorology, as per Reuters, has predicted that on Monday temperatures may rise by up to 16 degrees Celsius (60 Fahrenheit) above the September average. Heat wave in spring Reuters reports that this heat wave has been building in the Australia's outback interior and is likely to last until Wednesday. In Sydney's western areas, temperatures are expected to reach 36 degrees Celsius (96.8 F) on Monday. By Thursday, it is expected to drop to around 22 degrees Celsius (71 F), according to weather bureau forecasts. Also read | Thousands march against fossil fuels in New York; AOC calls for mass action The heat wave is affecting the states of South Australia, Victoria, and New South Wales and the weather bureau foresees that several early spring temperature records will be broken in the coming days. The Australian weather agency has described the heat as "very uncommon for September." When can Aussies expect relief? As per the weather agency, relief from the heat is not expected until Wednesday. In a Facebook post on Sunday, it said: "A reprieve from the heat is not expected until Wednesday onwards, as a stronger cold front crosses the southeastern states." On Sunday, the scorching heat reportedly took a toll on participants in the Sydney marathon, where 26 people were taken to the hospital and approximately 40 treated for heat exhaustion by emergency services. Threat of wildfires The heat wave, as per the news agency report, has also heightened the risk of wildfires, with several regions assigned 'high' fire danger ratings. Even as about 50 grass or bushfires burn across New South Wales, authorities have urged residents to prepare for further bushfires. The current bushfires, as per the report, have been brought under control. Also read | Summer 2023 was hottest on record since 1880, confirms NASA Australia is bracing for a hotter Southern Hemisphere spring and summer due to the strengthening possibility of an El Niño event, which, as per forecasts, may develop between September and November. El Niño can lead to extreme weather events, including wildfires, cyclones, and droughts in Australia, which prompted the warnings of increased bushfire risks this summer. To prepare for the upcoming bushfire season Hazard reduction, Sydney authorities last week conducted precautionary hazard reduction burns that left the city shrouded in a thick smoke haze. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Australia faces 'uncommon' heatwave, temperatures predicted to rise 16 degrees above normal

According to officials, an important component of the planned swap, $6 billion that had been blocked in South Korea, reached Qatar on Monday and will be used to exchange prisoners between Iran and the United States. The planned discussion will take place immediately before Ebrahim Raisi, the hardline president of Iran, speaks at the UN General Assembly in New York. The transfer won't, however, mean that tensions between the United States and Iran have decreased because Iran is now enriching uranium more closely than ever to levels suitable for use in weapons.

US-Iran Prisoner Swap: US and Iran to complete $6 billion prisoner swap deal

Pakistan has announced yet another round of fuel price increases, driving up the cost of gasoline and diesel to above 300 Pakistani Rupees. Since the caretaker administration took control of the economy on August 15th, fuel prices have climbed by a staggering 20%. This is the second price increase in the past two weeks.

Pakistan: Spiraling economic crisis and ballooning inflation forces Pakistanis into debt traps

India, US, EU and Saudi Arabia announced India Middle East Europe Economic Corridor on the sidelines of the G20 leaders' summit in New Delhi. The Megaproject is being seen as the rival of China's Belt and Road initiative. The IMEC will enhance global trade in West Asia and also improve Israel’s position as a hub for transporting goods. Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel is at the focus of an unprecedented international project that will link infrastructure from Asia to Europe. What will happen to China's BRI now?

From Russia to France, growing global interest in Bangladesh

China reacted angrily to the German foreign minister's Monday characterization of President Xi Jinping as a "dictator," calling the remark "an open political provocation" and "extremely absurd." Beijing is Berlin's main trading partner, but after months of internal debate about its policy, Germany released a new document in July to counter a more "assertive" China.

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Comedian and actor Russell Brand has been accused of rape, sexual assault and emotional abuse. He has been accused of raping and sexually abusing four women during the peak of his career between 2006 and 2013. Meanwhile, Brand has denied all the charges against him.

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India is currently grappling with a rare outbreak of the Nipah virus, a dangerous disease that has high mortality rate.

Taking pre-emptive action against the threat, authorities in the Southern state of Kerala have shut down some schools and offices to halt the spread of the virus.

Here's all you need to know about Nipah virus.

<h2>What is the Nipah virus?</h2>

The virus is zoonotic in nature, which means it can be transmitted from animals to humans.

Nipah usually spreads to humans from bodily fluids of animals — infected bats and pigs, or through contaminated food, but it can also be transmitted directly between people.

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The virus triggers severe fever, often leading to a high mortality rate. It is named after the village where it was discovered.

While Nipah outbreaks are comparatively rare, as per AFP, Nipah — alongside Ebola, Zika and COVID-19 — has been listed by the World Health Organization (WHO) as one of the diseases deserving of priority research for the&nbsp;potential to lead to a global epidemic.

<h2>Symptoms and treatment of Nipah</h2>

Symptoms of Nipah virus include high fever, headache, vomiting, and respiratory issues, reports the World Health Organization.

In severe cases, seizures and brain inflammation can lead to a coma.

Regrettably, no vaccine is currently available for Nipah, and the WHO reports that the virus has a mortality rate ranging from 40 to 75 per cent.

As per Rajeev Bahl, the Director General of India's apex body for biomedical research Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Nipah has a mortality much higher than COVID-19.

"Mortality among those infected with Nipah virus is very high - between 40 to 70 per cent as compared to that of Covid, which was around 2-3 per cent."

To combat the current outbreak, India has taken a significant step by procuring 20 doses of monoclonal antibodies from Australia.

These antibodies, as per PTI, are vital for the treatment of Nipah virus infections, a disease with a high mortality rate. Monoclonal antibodies are synthetic proteins that mimic the immune system's ability to fight harmful pathogens.

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"Twenty more doses are being procured. But the medicine needs to be given during the early stage of the infection," said Bahl, adding that it can only given as compassionate use medicine — which refers to treatment options that are not authorised but can be used in absence of satisfactory, authorised medicines.

As per Bahl, globally, monoclonal antibodies have been used to successfully treat 14 patients infected with the Nipah virus outside India.

<h2>Previous outbreaks</h2>

The first Nipah outbreak in Malaysia resulted in over 100 fatalities. At the time, it led to the culling of a million pigs in an attempt to halt the virus's spread.

It also spread to Singapore, causing illness and one fatality among slaughterhouse workers who had been in contact with pigs from Malaysia.

Subsequently, the majority of cases have been documented in Bangladesh and India, with both countries experiencing their initial outbreaks in 2001.

Bangladesh has borne the brunt of Nipah in recent years, with over 100 fatalities since 2001.

India, on the other hand, grappled with two initial outbreaks that claimed over 50 lives before they were contained.

Most recently, the state of Kerala in India has reported two fatalities and four confirmed cases within the past month, marking its fourth outbreak in five years.

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In 2018, Nipah claimed 17 lives in Kerala, reports AFP. Previous outbreaks there were successfully quelled within a matter of weeks through extensive testing and the strict isolation of individuals in contact with patients.

Answering a question about the virus' resurgence in Kerala, ICMR chief Bahl said: "We do not know. In 2018, we found the outbreak in Kerala was related to bats. We are not sure how the infection passed from bats to humans. The link couldn't be established. Again, we are trying to find out this time. It always happens in the rainy season."

As per WHO data, between 1998 and 2015, 600 cases of Nipah virus in humans have been recorded.

<h2>Zoonotic virus</h2>

As per Reuters, scientists suspect that the Nipah virus has existed among flying foxes for close to a millennium. They also fear that a highly transmissible, mutated strain may emerge from bats.

The first Nipah outbreak was recorded in 1998 after the virus spread among pig farmers in Malaysia.

Fruit bats, according to AFP, are the natural carriers of the virus. These bats have been identified as the most likely cause of subsequent outbreaks.

<h2>Animal-to-human viruses becoming more frequent</h2>

Zoonotic diseases, which are diseases capable of jumping from animals to humans, have seen a notable increase over the past few decades — the last 20 to 30 years in particular.

As per AFP, the increase of international travel has accelerated their spread. Furthermore, human encroachment into natural habitats has led to a disruption of ecosystems, which in turn has caused an elevation in the likelihood of random virus mutations that can be transmitted to humans.

Industrial-scale farming too heightens the risk of pathogens spreading among animals, while deforestation intensifies interactions between wildlife, domestic animals, and humans.

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India is currently grappling with a rare outbreak of the Nipah virus, a dangerous disease that has high mortality rate. Taking pre-emptive action against the threat, authorities in the Southern state of Kerala have shut down some schools and offices to halt the spread of the virus. Here's all you need to know about Nipah virus. What is the Nipah virus? The virus is zoonotic in nature, which means it can be transmitted from animals to humans. Nipah usually spreads to humans from bodily fluids of animals — infected bats and pigs, or through contaminated food, but it can also be transmitted directly between people. Also read |India procures monoclonal antibodies from Australia to battle deadly Nipah virus The virus triggers severe fever, often leading to a high mortality rate. It is named after the village where it was discovered. While Nipah outbreaks are comparatively rare, as per AFP, Nipah — alongside Ebola, Zika and COVID-19 — has been listed by the World Health Organization (WHO) as one of the diseases deserving of priority research for the potential to lead to a global epidemic. Symptoms and treatment of Nipah Symptoms of Nipah virus include high fever, headache, vomiting, and respiratory issues, reports the World Health Organization. In severe cases, seizures and brain inflammation can lead to a coma. Regrettably, no vaccine is currently available for Nipah, and the WHO reports that the virus has a mortality rate ranging from 40 to 75 per cent. As per Rajeev Bahl, the Director General of India's apex body for biomedical research Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Nipah has a mortality much higher than COVID-19. "Mortality among those infected with Nipah virus is very high - between 40 to 70 per cent as compared to that of Covid, which was around 2-3 per cent." To combat the current outbreak, India has taken a significant step by procuring 20 doses of monoclonal antibodies from Australia. These antibodies, as per PTI, are vital for the treatment of Nipah virus infections, a disease with a high mortality rate. Monoclonal antibodies are synthetic proteins that mimic the immune system's ability to fight harmful pathogens. Also read | Nipah virus in India's Kerala: 5 cases seen so far, educational institutions in Kozhikode to be shut "Twenty more doses are being procured. But the medicine needs to be given during the early stage of the infection," said Bahl, adding that it can only given as compassionate use medicine — which refers to treatment options that are not authorised but can be used in absence of satisfactory, authorised medicines. As per Bahl, globally, monoclonal antibodies have been used to successfully treat 14 patients infected with the Nipah virus outside India. Previous outbreaks The first Nipah outbreak in Malaysia resulted in over 100 fatalities. At the time, it led to the culling of a million pigs in an attempt to halt the virus's spread. It also spread to Singapore, causing illness and one fatality among slaughterhouse workers who had been in contact with pigs from Malaysia. Subsequently, the majority of cases have been documented in Bangladesh and India, with both countries experiencing their initial outbreaks in 2001. Bangladesh has borne the brunt of Nipah in recent years, with over 100 fatalities since 2001. India, on the other hand, grappled with two initial outbreaks that claimed over 50 lives before they were contained. Most recently, the state of Kerala in India has reported two fatalities and four confirmed cases within the past month, marking its fourth outbreak in five years. Also read | Nipah virus latest | Kerala reports sixth case, govt rushes to curb spread In 2018, Nipah claimed 17 lives in Kerala, reports AFP. Previous outbreaks there were successfully quelled within a matter of weeks through extensive testing and the strict isolation of individuals in contact with patients. Answering a question about the virus' resurgence in Kerala, ICMR chief Bahl said: "We do not know. In 2018, we found the outbreak in Kerala was related to bats. We are not sure how the infection passed from bats to humans. The link couldn't be established. Again, we are trying to find out this time. It always happens in the rainy season." As per WHO data, between 1998 and 2015, 600 cases of Nipah virus in humans have been recorded. Zoonotic virus As per Reuters, scientists suspect that the Nipah virus has existed among flying foxes for close to a millennium. They also fear that a highly transmissible, mutated strain may emerge from bats. The first Nipah outbreak was recorded in 1998 after the virus spread among pig farmers in Malaysia. Fruit bats, according to AFP, are the natural carriers of the virus. These bats have been identified as the most likely cause of subsequent outbreaks. Animal-to-human viruses becoming more frequent Zoonotic diseases, which are diseases capable of jumping from animals to humans, have seen a notable increase over the past few decades — the last 20 to 30 years in particular. As per AFP, the increase of international travel has accelerated their spread. Furthermore, human encroachment into natural habitats has led to a disruption of ecosystems, which in turn has caused an elevation in the likelihood of random virus mutations that can be transmitted to humans. Industrial-scale farming too heightens the risk of pathogens spreading among animals, while deforestation intensifies interactions between wildlife, domestic animals, and humans. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Sanjoy Deepak Rao, a high-profile Maoist figure, who held the position of Central Committee Member within the CPI (Maoist) has been apprehended by intelligence agencies in India's southern state of Telangana.

Telangana Intelligence Department officials, in coordination with Cyberabad Police, apprehended Rao near Malaysian Township in Kukatpally on a Friday morning.

<h2>Arrest operation</h2>

The Hindu reports that while apprehending the Maoist figure, law enforcement also confiscated a revolver containing six live rounds, a laptop, and various items, alongside a sum of ₹47,250 (around $568) in cash from Rao.

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Anjani Kumar, the Director-General of Police (DGP) of&nbsp;the state, confirmed that the Telangana state's Intelligence Bureau had been monitoring Rao, a prominent target, for a long time.

The Government of Maharashtra had previously offered a ₹25 lakh (around $30,066) cash reward for information leading to his arrest.&nbsp;

Rao had arrived in Hyderabad approximately four days before his arrest, intending to travel to Maad, Chhattisgarh, for a meeting. Based on specific intelligence, Cyberabad Police intercepted and detained him on Friday morning.

As per the police, "He has been planning to go to Maad, Chhattisgarh to attend a meeting and to meet Baswaraj, General Secretary, CPI Maoist, Ganapathi, CCM, etc., leaders. Ranjith &nbsp;Shankaran, Professor of Mahindra Tech University who resides in Malaysian township in Kukatpally, and B. Ajith Kumar, Film Editor from Madhapur, are his friends from college."

The authorities plan to take Rao into police custody for interrogation to ascertain his involvement in unlawful activities.

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"He will be taken to police custody and interrogated for eliciting his involvement in various unlawful activities, his area of operation and his links with the activists in front and mass organisations in Telangana. He is wanted by police of Maharashtra, Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and the National Intelligence Agency (NIA). The Government of Maharashtra had declared ₹25 lakh cash reward for the informant leading to his apprehension. His arrest will be a serious blow to the proscribed Maoist Terrorist Organisation," said Kumar.

<h2>Who is Sanjoy Deepak Rao?</h2>

"A native of Shivagandha Nagar of Ambernath East district of Thane, Maharashtra, Rao got attracted towards the Left Wing Extremist ideology having been influenced by his father, who was a strong Communist trade union leader," said Kumar.

Reportedly, while pursuing his B. Tech degree in Jammu and Kashmir in 1983, Rao and some friends expressed support for the separatist movement in Kashmir. Upon his return from J&amp;K, he initially engaged with the Communist Party of India (Marxist–Leninist) Liberation (CPI ML) Central Reorganisation Committee (CRC) group and the CPI ML Rawoof group.

In 1999, Rao, along with Konath Muralidharan (known as Ajith), Ex-CCM, established the CPI ML Naxalbari Group. Rao took charge of the Maharashtra State CPI ML Naxalbari group, while Muralidharan became the All India Secretary.

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Sanjoy Deepak Rao, a high-profile Maoist figure, who held the position of Central Committee Member within the CPI (Maoist) has been apprehended by intelligence agencies in India's southern state of Telangana.

Sanjoy Deepak Rao, a high-profile Maoist figure, who held the position of Central Committee Member within the CPI (Maoist) has been apprehended by intelligence agencies in India's southern state of Telangana. Telangana Intelligence Department officials, in coordination with Cyberabad Police, apprehended Rao near Malaysian Township in Kukatpally on a Friday morning. Arrest operation The Hindu reports that while apprehending the Maoist figure, law enforcement also confiscated a revolver containing six live rounds, a laptop, and various items, alongside a sum of ₹47,250 (around $568) in cash from Rao. Also read | India procures monoclonal antibodies from Australia to battle deadly Nipah virus Anjani Kumar, the Director-General of Police (DGP) of the state, confirmed that the Telangana state's Intelligence Bureau had been monitoring Rao, a prominent target, for a long time. The Government of Maharashtra had previously offered a ₹25 lakh (around $30,066) cash reward for information leading to his arrest. Rao had arrived in Hyderabad approximately four days before his arrest, intending to travel to Maad, Chhattisgarh, for a meeting. Based on specific intelligence, Cyberabad Police intercepted and detained him on Friday morning. As per the police, "He has been planning to go to Maad, Chhattisgarh to attend a meeting and to meet Baswaraj, General Secretary, CPI Maoist, Ganapathi, CCM, etc., leaders. Ranjith Shankaran, Professor of Mahindra Tech University who resides in Malaysian township in Kukatpally, and B. Ajith Kumar, Film Editor from Madhapur, are his friends from college." The authorities plan to take Rao into police custody for interrogation to ascertain his involvement in unlawful activities. Also read | India: Four workers killed, five injured as elevator crashes at Greater Noida construction site "He will be taken to police custody and interrogated for eliciting his involvement in various unlawful activities, his area of operation and his links with the activists in front and mass organisations in Telangana. He is wanted by police of Maharashtra, Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and the National Intelligence Agency (NIA). The Government of Maharashtra had declared ₹25 lakh cash reward for the informant leading to his apprehension. His arrest will be a serious blow to the proscribed Maoist Terrorist Organisation," said Kumar. Who is Sanjoy Deepak Rao? "A native of Shivagandha Nagar of Ambernath East district of Thane, Maharashtra, Rao got attracted towards the Left Wing Extremist ideology having been influenced by his father, who was a strong Communist trade union leader," said Kumar. Reportedly, while pursuing his B. Tech degree in Jammu and Kashmir in 1983, Rao and some friends expressed support for the separatist movement in Kashmir. Upon his return from J&K, he initially engaged with the Communist Party of India (Marxist–Leninist) Liberation (CPI ML) Central Reorganisation Committee (CRC) group and the CPI ML Rawoof group. In 1999, Rao, along with Konath Muralidharan (known as Ajith), Ex-CCM, established the CPI ML Naxalbari Group. Rao took charge of the Maharashtra State CPI ML Naxalbari group, while Muralidharan became the All India Secretary. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

India: Telangana intelligence agencies nab notorious Maoist figure Sanjoy Deepak Rao

According to US security adviser President Joe Biden, all world leaders will assemble in New York for the opening of the 78th session of the UN General Assembly in order to advance US interests and values on a variety of topics. The ideals of the international system, including as the UN charter and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, will now be reaffirmed by Joe Biden.

UNGA Meet 2023: President Biden to give his inaugural speech in New York

Drew Barrymore has decided to delay the comeback of The Drew Barrymore Show until the strike is resolved, as announced on her official Instagram page.

Drew Barrymore hits pause on 'The Drew Barrymore Show' amidst strike controversy

Wolverine&nbsp;star Hugh Jackman and his wife of 27 years Deborra-Lee Furness are to separate after almost three decades of marriage, a statement carried by US media said Friday.

The Australian actor, 54, met fellow performer Deborra-Lee Furness on the set of an Australian TV series in 1995, and the pair wed a year later.

"We have been blessed to share almost (three) decades together as husband and wife in a wonderful, loving marriage," a joint statement first reported by People magazine said.

"Our journey now is shifting and we have decided to separate to pursue our individual growth."

"Our family has been and always will be our highest priority. We undertake this next chapter with gratitude, love, and kindness."&nbsp;

The couple have two children together.

Jackman, a Golden Globe winner for his role in Les Miserables,&nbsp;has juggled his image as a muscle-bound superhero, with ventures into music and dancing during a varied career.

"We greatly appreciate your understanding in respecting our privacy as our family navigates this transition in all of our lives," the statement continues, adding that no further information will be released.

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In a social media post to mark the couple's silver wedding, Jackman described their marriage as "natural as breathing."

"From nearly the moment we met... I knew our destiny was to be together. In our 25 years - our love has only grown deeper."

"I’m forever grateful to share our love, our life - and, our family together. We’ve only just begun. Deb, I love you with all my heart!"

Jackman's rippling muscles and cut-glass features have earned him an army of admirers, and in 2008 he was named People magazine's "Sexiest Man Alive".

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Wolverine star Hugh Jackman and his wife of 27 years Deborra-Lee Furness are to separate after almost three decades of marriage, a statement carried by US media said Friday.

Wolverine star Hugh Jackman and his wife of 27 years Deborra-Lee Furness are to separate after almost three decades of marriage, a statement carried by US media said Friday. The Australian actor, 54, met fellow performer Deborra-Lee Furness on the set of an Australian TV series in 1995, and the pair wed a year later. "We have been blessed to share almost (three) decades together as husband and wife in a wonderful, loving marriage," a joint statement first reported by People magazine said. "Our journey now is shifting and we have decided to separate to pursue our individual growth." "Our family has been and always will be our highest priority. We undertake this next chapter with gratitude, love, and kindness." The couple have two children together. Jackman, a Golden Globe winner for his role in Les Miserables, has juggled his image as a muscle-bound superhero, with ventures into music and dancing during a varied career. "We greatly appreciate your understanding in respecting our privacy as our family navigates this transition in all of our lives," the statement continues, adding that no further information will be released. Also read | Hugh Jackman did not take any steroids to portray Wolverine: 'Had been told about side effects' In a social media post to mark the couple's silver wedding, Jackman described their marriage as "natural as breathing." "From nearly the moment we met... I knew our destiny was to be together. In our 25 years - our love has only grown deeper." "I’m forever grateful to share our love, our life - and, our family together. We’ve only just begun. Deb, I love you with all my heart!" Jackman's rippling muscles and cut-glass features have earned him an army of admirers, and in 2008 he was named People magazine's "Sexiest Man Alive". WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Hugh Jackman and wife Deborra-Lee Furness split after 27 years of marriage

Newly unsealed court filings have revealed that X, (formerly Twitter) turned over at least 32 direct messages from former president Donald Trump's account to Special Counsel Jack Smith, according to a CNN report.&nbsp;

The revelations were made last month but the new filing shows the extent of the data received and how&nbsp;prosecutors specifically argued that Trump posed a risk of tampering with evidence, while seeking to secure data from his X account.

Though it remains unclear how the messages affected the investigation, the documents reveal that Smith and his team were able to lay hands on private records associated with the account as well.&nbsp;

<h2>Prosecutors school X</h2>

Notably,&nbsp;X had initially refused to turn over the information, as the Justice Department requested to not disclose the request to Trump.&nbsp;DOJ&nbsp;argued that if Trump learnt about the warrant, it&nbsp;“would result in destruction of or tampering with evidence, intimidation of potential witnesses or serious jeopardy to this investigation”.

However, the delay meant that Smith got access to only 32 DMs and the prosecutors let the court know about it.

“Indeed, the materials Twitter produced to the Government included only 32 direct-message items, constituting a minuscule proportion of the total production,” the prosecutors wrote in the newly unsealed brief.&nbsp;

The Elon Musk-owned company put up resistance, arguing that some of Trump’s direct messages might be covered by&nbsp;executive privilege if he was communicating about state business with other administration officials.

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“As such, Twitter sought to delay compliance with the entirety of the Warrant based on the speculative possibility that a tiny fraction of the total production could, implausibly, contain instances when the President sought to use the direct-messaging function to carry out sensitive and confidential deliberations with trusted advisors within the Executive Branch,” the prosecutors added.

Ultimately, X produced the record but not before it was fined $350,000 for not handing over the data in time. During one of the court hearings,&nbsp;DOJ attorney Thomas Windom complained about the lax attitude by X in the handing over of the data.

“I had felt like I had been getting nickeled-and-dimed for the prior 20 minutes of conversation. We need the material. We need it now. We needed it 13 days ago,” he said.&nbsp;

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Newly unsealed court filings have revealed that X, (formerly Twitter) turned over at least 32 direct messages from former president Donald Trump's account to Special Counsel Jack Smith, according to a CNN report.

Newly unsealed court filings have revealed that X, (formerly Twitter) turned over at least 32 direct messages from former president Donald Trump's account to Special Counsel Jack Smith, according to a CNN report. The revelations were made last month but the new filing shows the extent of the data received and how prosecutors specifically argued that Trump posed a risk of tampering with evidence, while seeking to secure data from his X account. Though it remains unclear how the messages affected the investigation, the documents reveal that Smith and his team were able to lay hands on private records associated with the account as well. Prosecutors school X Notably, X had initially refused to turn over the information, as the Justice Department requested to not disclose the request to Trump. DOJ argued that if Trump learnt about the warrant, it “would result in destruction of or tampering with evidence, intimidation of potential witnesses or serious jeopardy to this investigation”. However, the delay meant that Smith got access to only 32 DMs and the prosecutors let the court know about it. “Indeed, the materials Twitter produced to the Government included only 32 direct-message items, constituting a minuscule proportion of the total production,” the prosecutors wrote in the newly unsealed brief. The Elon Musk-owned company put up resistance, arguing that some of Trump’s direct messages might be covered by executive privilege if he was communicating about state business with other administration officials. Watch | US: Is it time for Biden and Trump to retire? Will America vote for younger politician? | WION × “As such, Twitter sought to delay compliance with the entirety of the Warrant based on the speculative possibility that a tiny fraction of the total production could, implausibly, contain instances when the President sought to use the direct-messaging function to carry out sensitive and confidential deliberations with trusted advisors within the Executive Branch,” the prosecutors added. Ultimately, X produced the record but not before it was fined $350,000 for not handing over the data in time. During one of the court hearings, DOJ attorney Thomas Windom complained about the lax attitude by X in the handing over of the data. “I had felt like I had been getting nickeled-and-dimed for the prior 20 minutes of conversation. We need the material. We need it now. We needed it 13 days ago,” he said. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

X gave access to 32 direct messages from Donald Trump's account to special counsel

Several weeks after the passing of Yevgeny Prigozhin, the founder of the Russian paramilitary Wagner group, the UK has formally designated the outfit as a terrorist organization. After the injunction was approved on Friday, supporting or joining Wagner is now prohibited.

UK: Supporting Wagner is now a criminal offence

The Italian island of Lampedusa is grappling with the new wave of migrant crisis. The island has been a witness to a record number of migrant landings, a vast majority of them arriving via sea from North Africa, Italy.

Italy: Lampedusa grapples with surge in migrant arrivals

Vape addiction is a serious worry despite the fact that vaping is prohibited or regulated in 35 countries worldwide. This year, there have been numerous searches to seize electronic cigarettes in the financial hub of India.

India: Multiple raids at small cigarette shops across Mumbai

US auto workers have launched a series of historic strike. Hundreds of people, including auto workers on the night shift and their supporters, gathered at a Ford assembly. Their union failed to reach an agreement with US' three largest manufacturers.

US: United Auto Workers Union launch strikes at three factories

According to Chris Wood of Jefferies and his renowned "Greed & Fear" report, valuations in India's midcap segment appear rich, although they still remain below historical averages. On the other hand, larger companies in the country seem fairly valued. One key risk highlighted in the report is the potential impact of rising crude oil prices, which could stoke inflation. However, the report remains bullish on India in the long term and suggests that any market pullback from these levels should be seen as a golden buying opportunity for long-term investors.

Indian markets end week on a historic high

On Saturday morning, two terrorists were neutralized in an encounter that broke out in the Baramulla area of Jammu and Kashmir. In Uri, the counterterrorism operation is still in progress close to the Line of Control.

Anantnag, Jammu & Kashmir : Army guns down terrorists trying to infiltrate border | India

On Thursday, nearly a week after the disaster, villagers in some of the most remote regions affected by Morocco's earthquake were still residing in temporary tents and depending on donkeys to transport essential supplies. In a statement on Thursday, the royal palace stated that 50,000 homes were reported to have been destroyed by the earthquake and that it would offer shelter and $3,000 to impacted families.

Morocco Earthquake: Government offers aid of $3000 to affected households

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