The United States may be in for some more trouble. After inducting the world’s highest coronavirus fatalities while simultaneously witnessing one of its biggest waves of anti-racism protests in recent history, the country may be dealing with flesh-eating bacteria.

Health officials in the US state of Connecticut are issuing warnings to residents after a few people developed infections which were caused by a type of a flesh-eating bacteria. It was found in the Long Island Sound.

The infection caused by this bacteria is called "Vibrio Vulnificus". At least five people in the state have been diagnosed with the infection.

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The infection can cause the infected to need intensive care, or in a more intense case - limb amputation. Additionally, it can also cause necrotising fasciitis, or in other words, a flesh-eating bacteria. This information was made public by the Connecticut Department of Health.

Dr Matthew Cartter, the state epidemiologist for the Health Department referred to the identification of cases as “very concerning”.

“This suggests the Vibrio bacteria may be present in salt or brackish water in or near Long Island Sound, and people should take precautions”, the New York Post reported him as saying.

One case was reported in July, while the other four were reported in August. All the cases were found in adults aged between 49 and 85. Between 2010-19, the state reported just seven cases in total, making the current number relatively way higher.

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The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention categorises Vibrio as the same genus of bacteria responsible for causing infections from raw and undercooked shellfish.

The extreme infection caused by them Vibrio Vulnificus is capable of causing life-threatening illnesses, especially if an open wound is exposed to an infected shellfish.

It is because of this reason that the CDC warns people with recent wounds, be it from tattoos, piercings, or surgery to steer clear of saltwater.

The United States may be in for some more trouble. After inducting the world’s highest coronavirus fatalities while simultaneously witnessing one of its biggest waves of anti-racism protests in recent history, the country may be dealing with flesh-eating bacteria.

The United States may be in for some more trouble. After inducting the world’s highest coronavirus fatalities while simultaneously witnessing one of its biggest waves of anti-racism protests in recent history, the country may be dealing with flesh-eating bacteria. Health officials in the US state of Connecticut are issuing warnings to residents after a few people developed infections which were caused by a type of a flesh-eating bacteria. It was found in the Long Island Sound. The infection caused by this bacteria is called "Vibrio Vulnificus". At least five people in the state have been diagnosed with the infection. Also read: Bacteria can survive cosmic trip: International Space Station study The infection can cause the infected to need intensive care, or in a more intense case - limb amputation. Additionally, it can also cause necrotising fasciitis, or in other words, a flesh-eating bacteria. This information was made public by the Connecticut Department of Health. Dr Matthew Cartter, the state epidemiologist for the Health Department referred to the identification of cases as “very concerning”. “This suggests the Vibrio bacteria may be present in salt or brackish water in or near Long Island Sound, and people should take precautions”, the New York Post reported him as saying. One case was reported in July, while the other four were reported in August. All the cases were found in adults aged between 49 and 85. Between 2010-19, the state reported just seven cases in total, making the current number relatively way higher. Also read: More cats infected with coronavirus than previously considered: Study The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention categorises Vibrio as the same genus of bacteria responsible for causing infections from raw and undercooked shellfish. The extreme infection caused by them Vibrio Vulnificus is capable of causing life-threatening illnesses, especially if an open wound is exposed to an infected shellfish. It is because of this reason that the CDC warns people with recent wounds, be it from tattoos, piercings, or surgery to steer clear of saltwater.

United States reports five cases of infections caused by a flesh-eating bacteria

United States President Donald Trump on July 14 claimed that “more white people” die while interacting with police officers than black people. This comes in the aftermath of the large-scale global protests against institutional racism and police brutality.

After George Floyd was knelt on and killed by an Officer Chauvin in Minneapolis, the US has roared “Black Lives Matter” across all cities, even amid rising cases of COVID-19.

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"So are white people", statistics don't agree

While sitting down for an interview with CBS, Trump was asked why people of colour have a higher rate of dying at the hands of police officers. He responded with “so are white people”. He then repeated himself, and said again “so are white people. What a terrible question to ask. So are white people. More white people, by the way. More white people”.

Statistics don’t support the US president. Black people are more likely to be killed in police custody across the US.&nbsp; Based on “Fatal Encounters” - an independent organisation that looks into killings across the US, two researchers Gabriel Schwartz and Jaquelyn Jahn from Harvard University carved out a comparison in data falling in the bracket of 2013-2017. They found that racial inequalities persist in many parts of the country.&nbsp; In south-western US states, black people were killed almost thrice as much as white people. In Chicago, the rate was much higher, with black people six times more likely to be killed by police.

Another 2019 study found that young black men are at the highest risk of being killed by the police in the US.

The Washington Post did a similar follow up which found that even though white people are as killed as much as black Americans, the latter are shot more than the former. The found that even though the black population makes up 13 per cent of the US, they are twice as likely to be killed by the police.

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Trump supports police

In the midst of the growing calls for defunding the police and setting up a social watch programme across the country, people have responded to Floyd’s murder quite intensely.

Trump, while referring to the US police forces said that they “do an incredible job in this country”.

"You can have a rogue, terrible cop, on occasion like you do in any industry, any business, in any profession," the president added.

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The American Civil Liberties Union's Jeffery Robinson called Trump's comments racist in a statement.&nbsp; "Trump's racism is so absolute that he continues to refuse to give even a tacit acknowledgment to the epidemic of police violence against Black people in America," he said. Many others also feel that Trump is still yet to formally acknowledge police brutality against African Americans in the country.

In the aftermath of the protests, many Confederate symbols across the country have been forcibly removed by protesters. It is largely seen as the last remaining symbol of slavery in the country, especially in the southern states.

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During the same interview, Trump implied that not every Confederate symbol is about slavery. “I know people that like the Confederate flag and they’re not thinking about slavery. It’s freedom of speech.”

Yesterday, on July 13, an analysis by the Washington Post claimed that Trump has made over 20,000 false since taking over as the president. On an average, this amounts to 23 lies in one day. And this claim that white people die more at the hands of the police could be another one.

(With inputs from Reuters)

United States President Donald Trump on July 14 claimed that “more white people” die while interacting with police officers than black people. This comes in the aftermath of the large-scale global protests against institutional racism and police brutality.

United States President Donald Trump on July 14 claimed that “more white people” die while interacting with police officers than black people. This comes in the aftermath of the large-scale global protests against institutional racism and police brutality. After George Floyd was knelt on and killed by an Officer Chauvin in Minneapolis, the US has roared “Black Lives Matter” across all cities, even amid rising cases of COVID-19. Also read: Trump calls COVID school closures a 'terrible decision' even as death toll rises "So are white people", statistics don't agree While sitting down for an interview with CBS, Trump was asked why people of colour have a higher rate of dying at the hands of police officers. He responded with “so are white people”. He then repeated himself, and said again “so are white people. What a terrible question to ask. So are white people. More white people, by the way. More white people”. Statistics don’t support the US president. Black people are more likely to be killed in police custody across the US. Based on “Fatal Encounters” - an independent organisation that looks into killings across the US, two researchers Gabriel Schwartz and Jaquelyn Jahn from Harvard University carved out a comparison in data falling in the bracket of 2013-2017. They found that racial inequalities persist in many parts of the country. In south-western US states, black people were killed almost thrice as much as white people. In Chicago, the rate was much higher, with black people six times more likely to be killed by police. Another 2019 study found that young black men are at the highest risk of being killed by the police in the US. The Washington Post did a similar follow up which found that even though white people are as killed as much as black Americans, the latter are shot more than the former. The found that even though the black population makes up 13 per cent of the US, they are twice as likely to be killed by the police. Trump supports police In the midst of the growing calls for defunding the police and setting up a social watch programme across the country, people have responded to Floyd’s murder quite intensely. Trump, while referring to the US police forces said that they “do an incredible job in this country”. "You can have a rogue, terrible cop, on occasion like you do in any industry, any business, in any profession," the president added. Also read: US convinced many countries not to use Huawei, it's a big security risk: Trump The American Civil Liberties Union's Jeffery Robinson called Trump's comments racist in a statement. "Trump's racism is so absolute that he continues to refuse to give even a tacit acknowledgment to the epidemic of police violence against Black people in America," he said. Many others also feel that Trump is still yet to formally acknowledge police brutality against African Americans in the country. In the aftermath of the protests, many Confederate symbols across the country have been forcibly removed by protesters. It is largely seen as the last remaining symbol of slavery in the country, especially in the southern states. Also read: Trailing in the polls, Trump targets Biden at White House press event During the same interview, Trump implied that not every Confederate symbol is about slavery. “I know people that like the Confederate flag and they’re not thinking about slavery. It’s freedom of speech.” Yesterday, on July 13, an analysis by the Washington Post claimed that Trump has made over 20,000 false since taking over as the president. On an average, this amounts to 23 lies in one day. And this claim that white people die more at the hands of the police could be another one. (With inputs from Reuters)

In a series of bizarre claims, Trump says 'more white people are killed' by the police in the US

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday signed an executive order to stop the issuing of H-1B visa and other work visas for the rest of the year.

This move will not impact existing visa holders, but doors to the American dream for new applications are shut for now.

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H-1B visas are designed for certain skilled workers such as those employed in science, engineering, and information technology fields, while H-2B visas are given to seasonal workers such as hotel and construction staff.

L-1 visas are meant for executives who work for large corporations and J-1 visas are issued to research scholars, professors and other cultural and work-exchange programs. 
 
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After visa curbs, the Trump administration slapped restrictions on India's Vande Bharat Mission as well. Air India flights sent to America to bring back Indians have been restricted by the US, accusing India of "unfair and discriminatory practices" by barring American airlines from operating similar flights.

The order said, "We are taking this action because the Government of India (GoI) has impaired the operating rights of US carriers and has engaged in discriminatory and restrictive practices with respect to US carrier services to and from India."&nbsp;

The US President recently kicked off his re-election campaign. Last week, he held a rally amid the coronavirus fear and called his voter base 'warriors', for stepping out of their homes.

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"We begin our campaign and you just want to thank all of you, you are warriors. I've been watching, I've been watching the fake news for weeks now and everything is negative: 'Don't go. don't come. don't do anything.' Today it was like I've never seen anything like it. I've never seen anything like it. You are warriors. Thank You."

Trump's immigration bans have been a hallmark of his presidency and now, his curbs on skilled Indian professionals has brought the immigration debate on the election agenda.

Trump said that the step was essential to help millions of Americans who have lost their jobs due to the economic crisis amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, major US businesses have slammed the new orders. Trump's critics say he is using the pandemic to push his long-delayed immigration overhaul. To add to that, President Trump, with his erratic policies and the latest proclamations, has also damaged America's relationship with India.

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US President Donald Trump on Tuesday signed an executive order to stop the issuing of H-1B visa and other work visas for the rest of the year. This move will not impact existing visa holders, but doors to the American dream for new applications are shut for now.

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday signed an executive order to stop the issuing of H-1B visa and other work visas for the rest of the year. This move will not impact existing visa holders, but doors to the American dream for new applications are shut for now. × H-1B visas are designed for certain skilled workers such as those employed in science, engineering, and information technology fields, while H-2B visas are given to seasonal workers such as hotel and construction staff. L-1 visas are meant for executives who work for large corporations and J-1 visas are issued to research scholars, professors and other cultural and work-exchange programs. Also Read: How will H1-B visa suspension impact Indian companies After visa curbs, the Trump administration slapped restrictions on India's Vande Bharat Mission as well. Air India flights sent to America to bring back Indians have been restricted by the US, accusing India of "unfair and discriminatory practices" by barring American airlines from operating similar flights. The order said, "We are taking this action because the Government of India (GoI) has impaired the operating rights of US carriers and has engaged in discriminatory and restrictive practices with respect to US carrier services to and from India." The US President recently kicked off his re-election campaign. Last week, he held a rally amid the coronavirus fear and called his voter base 'warriors', for stepping out of their homes. Also Read: President Donald Trump signs executive order to suspend H-1B visas "We begin our campaign and you just want to thank all of you, you are warriors. I've been watching, I've been watching the fake news for weeks now and everything is negative: 'Don't go. don't come. don't do anything.' Today it was like I've never seen anything like it. I've never seen anything like it. You are warriors. Thank You." Trump's immigration bans have been a hallmark of his presidency and now, his curbs on skilled Indian professionals has brought the immigration debate on the election agenda. Trump said that the step was essential to help millions of Americans who have lost their jobs due to the economic crisis amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Meanwhile, major US businesses have slammed the new orders. Trump's critics say he is using the pandemic to push his long-delayed immigration overhaul. To add to that, President Trump, with his erratic policies and the latest proclamations, has also damaged America's relationship with India.

Trump administration targets foreign workers, places restrictions on Vande Bharat Mission

North Korea discussed new policies for increasing its "nuclear war deterrence" during a military meeting presided over by leader Kim Jong Un, AFP reported quoting news agency KCNA reported Sunday.

North Korea discussed new policies for increasing its "nuclear war deterrence" during a military meeting presided over by leader Kim Jong Un, AFP reported quoting news agency KCNA reported Sunday. The report did not specify what the nuclear deterrence entailed, but said that "crucial measures" were taken at the meeting "for considerably increasing the firepower strike ability of the artillery pieces of the Korean People's Army". "Set forth at the meeting were new policies for further increasing the nuclear war deterrence of the country," KCNA said. Discussions at the Central Military Commission meeting also centred on "putting the strategic armed forces on a high alert operation" in line with the "building and development of the armed forces of the country". If the meeting, the date of which was not given, occurred in the last several days, it marks Kim's first public appearance in almost three weeks, according to South Korean news agency Yonhap. News of North Korea's nuclear discussions came after a report Friday in The Washington Post that US President Donald Trump's administration had discussed holding the first US nuclear test since 1992 as a potential warning to Russia and China.

North Korea discusses new policies for increasing 'nuclear war deterrence': Report

A Guatemalan asylum seeker left some members of a US House panel visibly shaken on Wednesday with the story of her daughter's death, saying the toddler had contracted a deadly lung infection during 20-day detention near the US border with <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mexico-eyes-brazil-for-us-asylum-deal-trump-revives-tariff-threat-226124">Mexico</a>.

Yazmin Juarez told a House of Representatives subcommittee that it was "like they tore out a piece of my heart" when just weeks after they were released her daughter Mariee died at 19 months old.

She said she left a hospital with nothing but a piece of paper with two handprints in pink paint that staff had made for her, and described through a translator how she missed her daughter's hugs.

Juarez said it was hard to relive the experience, but wanted to shed light on the lack of medical care. "The world should know," she said.

"It can’t be so hard for a country like the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/united-nation-rights-chief-shocked-by-conditions-at-us-migrant-detention-centres-234083">United States</a> to protect kids who are locked up.

Guatemalan migrant: Life is difficult without my child

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Juarez testified at the House Committee on Oversight and Reform that was examining the treatment of refugees in US detention.

Apprehensions along the border have spiked to the highest in at least a decade, driven by families from Central America who say they are seeking asylum and fleeing violence in their home countries.

Images of filthy detention facilities jammed with refugees have sparked widespread criticism. On Monday UN human rights chief Michelle Bachelet said she was "appalled" that migrant children were forced to sleep on floors.

President Donald Trump's tough stance on immigration has been one of his signature policies. "If Illegal Immigrants are unhappy with the conditions in the quickly built or refitted detentions centers, just tell them not to come," Trump wrote on Twitter last week.

Juarez told members of Congress, several of whom appeared shaken by her testimony, that her daughter was healthy when the pair were initially detained. They were held with 30 others, including sick children whom Juarez said could have infected her daughter.

Juarez said that she and her daughter fled violence in Guatemala for a better life.

“Unfortunately, that did not happen,” Juarez said.

Several members of the subcommittee including New York Democrat Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez hugged Juarez after she spoke.

"No hay palabras, there are no words," said Chip Roy of Texas, the ranking Republican on the subcommittee.

He blamed Democrats for the border crowding.

"The blood is on the hands of the Democrats who refuse to actually address this," he said.

The hearing came as a senior US Customs and Border Protection official told reporters that border agents were detaining only about 200 unaccompanied children at locations in the Southwest as of Wednesday, down from more than 2,500 in May. The reduction reflects funding increases that have enabled a federal health agency to expand its holding capacity.

A Guatemalan asylum seeker left some members of a US House panel visibly shaken on Wednesday with the story of her daughter's death, saying the toddler had contracted a deadly lung infection during 20-day detention near the US border with Mexico.

A Guatemalan asylum seeker left some members of a US House panel visibly shaken on Wednesday with the story of her daughter's death, saying the toddler had contracted a deadly lung infection during 20-day detention near the US border with Mexico. Yazmin Juarez told a House of Representatives subcommittee that it was "like they tore out a piece of my heart" when just weeks after they were released her daughter Mariee died at 19 months old. She said she left a hospital with nothing but a piece of paper with two handprints in pink paint that staff had made for her, and described through a translator how she missed her daughter's hugs. Juarez said it was hard to relive the experience, but wanted to shed light on the lack of medical care. "The world should know," she said. "It can’t be so hard for a country like the United States to protect kids who are locked up. Guatemalan migrant: Life is difficult without my child Juarez testified at the House Committee on Oversight and Reform that was examining the treatment of refugees in US detention. Apprehensions along the border have spiked to the highest in at least a decade, driven by families from Central America who say they are seeking asylum and fleeing violence in their home countries. Images of filthy detention facilities jammed with refugees have sparked widespread criticism. On Monday UN human rights chief Michelle Bachelet said she was "appalled" that migrant children were forced to sleep on floors. President Donald Trump's tough stance on immigration has been one of his signature policies. "If Illegal Immigrants are unhappy with the conditions in the quickly built or refitted detentions centers, just tell them not to come," Trump wrote on Twitter last week. Juarez told members of Congress, several of whom appeared shaken by her testimony, that her daughter was healthy when the pair were initially detained. They were held with 30 others, including sick children whom Juarez said could have infected her daughter. Juarez said that she and her daughter fled violence in Guatemala for a better life. “Unfortunately, that did not happen,” Juarez said. Several members of the subcommittee including New York Democrat Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez hugged Juarez after she spoke. "No hay palabras, there are no words," said Chip Roy of Texas, the ranking Republican on the subcommittee. He blamed Democrats for the border crowding. "The blood is on the hands of the Democrats who refuse to actually address this," he said. The hearing came as a senior US Customs and Border Protection official told reporters that border agents were detaining only about 200 unaccompanied children at locations in the Southwest as of Wednesday, down from more than 2,500 in May. The reduction reflects funding increases that have enabled a federal health agency to expand its holding capacity.

'World should know,' migrant tells US Congress of toddler's death

Several major <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-hits-chinese-firm-sinovel-with-15-mn-fine-for-stealing-technology-149666">US-based technology</a> companies are planning to shift substantial production out of China, spurred by a bitter trade war between <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/4th-july-celebrations-battle-tanks-arrive-in-washington-trump-promises-incredible-flyovers-biggest-ever-fireworks-232578">Washington</a> and Beijing, the Nikkei reported on Wednesday, citing sources.

Personal computer makers HP Inc and Dell Technologies are planning to reallocate up to 30% of their notebook production out of China, according to the Nikkei.

Microsoft Corp, Alphabet Inc, Amazon.com Inc, Sony Corp and Nintendo Co Ltd are also looking at moving some of their game console and smart speaker manufacturing out of the country, the Nikkei added.

US President Donald Trump and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/xi-jinping-heads-to-north-korea-to-meet-kim-jong-un-ahead-of-trump-talks-228852">Chinese President Xi Jinping</a> struck a truce at last weekend's Group of 20 summits in Japan, paving the way for a restart in trade talks after months of stalemate.

However, the companies are not likely to alter their plans of moving some of their production out of China as they also face higher operating costs in the country.

In June, Apple Inc asked its major suppliers to assess the cost implications of moving 15%-30% of their production capacity from China to Southeast Asia as it prepares for a restructuring of its supply chain, Nikkei had reported last month.

HP, Dell, Amazon, Microsoft and Google did not immediately respond to a Reuters' request for comment.

Several major US-based technology companies are planning to shift substantial production out of China, spurred by a bitter trade war between Washington and Beijing, the Nikkei reported on Wednesday, citing sources.

Several major US-based technology companies are planning to shift substantial production out of China, spurred by a bitter trade war between Washington and Beijing, the Nikkei reported on Wednesday, citing sources. Personal computer makers HP Inc and Dell Technologies are planning to reallocate up to 30% of their notebook production out of China, according to the Nikkei. Microsoft Corp, Alphabet Inc, Amazon.com Inc, Sony Corp and Nintendo Co Ltd are also looking at moving some of their game console and smart speaker manufacturing out of the country, the Nikkei added. US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping struck a truce at last weekend's Group of 20 summits in Japan, paving the way for a restart in trade talks after months of stalemate. However, the companies are not likely to alter their plans of moving some of their production out of China as they also face higher operating costs in the country. In June, Apple Inc asked its major suppliers to assess the cost implications of moving 15%-30% of their production capacity from China to Southeast Asia as it prepares for a restructuring of its supply chain, Nikkei had reported last month. HP, Dell, Amazon, Microsoft and Google did not immediately respond to a Reuters' request for comment.

HP, Dell, other tech firms plan to shift production out of China: Nikkei