The United States does not have evidence that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza as it carries out its war against Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin told a Senate hearing on Tuesday. "We don't have evidence of that," Austin told the Senate Armed Services Committee. Watch in for more details!

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US President Joe Biden said Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Gaza policy was a "mistake" and urged Israel to call for a ceasefire, in an interview aired Tuesday. Biden also stepped up pressure on Israel to let more aid into devastated Gaza. Watch in for more details!

US President Biden says Netanyahu making 'mistake' on Gaza

In the United States Arizona's top court has upheld an 1864 law that bans nearly all abortions now this decision will have far-reaching consequences for women's healthcare and reproductive rights as well as in the coming presidential elections in the country. Watch in for more details!

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The United States will sell Ukraine up to $138 million worth of equipment to maintain and upgrade its HAWK air defense systems to help defend against Russian drone and cruise missile attacks, a U.S. State Department official told Reuters on Tuesday.

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In the US Arizona's top court has upheld a 1864 law that bans nearly all abortions. The decision can have far-reaching consequences for Women's Health Care as well as in the coming presidential elections in the country.

Arizona Supreme Court revives 1864 law that bans nearly all abortions

Japanese PM Fumio Kishida and his wife Yuko arrived in Washington on Monday. Kishida will hold a meeting with US President Joe Biden and attend a state dinner on Wednesday. He will deliver a speech at a joint session of Congress on Thursday before attending the first trilateral summit with Biden and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos.

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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. 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.

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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.

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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

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The U.S, Britain and Australia are set to begin talks on bringing new members into AUKUS. Washington pushes for Japan to be involved as a deterrent against China, as per reports. Britain's defence ministry said it too would like to involve more allies in this work, subject to a joint agreement. Watch to know more.

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US Treasury secretary Janet Yellen concluded a high-stakes visit to china by imploring the officials there to re-evaluate their economic growth strategy. During the visit, Yellen tried to balance bolstering bilateral ties with harsh criticism of some of china's global practices.

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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron reiterated their countries’ support for Ukraine amid its ongoing war with Russia, on Tuesday (Apr 9), and urged the United States House of Representatives to pass a bill for aid to Kyiv.&nbsp;

<h2>US, UK reiterate support for Ukraine</h2>

“We know that if we give the Ukrainians the support they deserve, they can win this war,” said Cameron, during a joint press conference with Blinken amid his visit to Washington.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Washington’s top diplomat said that it is “imperative” that the US House vote on Ukraine aid “as quickly as possible,” as it is back in session.&nbsp;

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This comes as House speaker and Republican Mike Johnson, on Monday (Apr 8) returned to work amid mounting pressure from some members of his own party who have opposed passing a bill that would send additional aid to Ukraine.&nbsp;

President Joe Biden’s administration has requested a supplemental budget which includes money for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan. The bill includes $60 billion in military aid for Ukraine but has been stuck in the US House for months.

Blinken, on Tuesday, called this request “urgent,” saying that the US needs to do its part to support Ukraine along with European and other allies.&nbsp;

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In February, the Senate passed a $95 billion foreign aid package, but after weeks of back and forth, it was rejected by the House. Johnson later indicated that the House would consider an amended proposal.&nbsp;

Cameron, citing his Ukrainian counterpart, said that Kyiv needs air defences, ammunition and money. “Nothing is more important than the supplemental request the Congress is looking at the moment,” said the UK foreign secretary.&nbsp;

<h2>Cameron’s meeting with Trump</h2>

Ahead of his meeting with Blinken in Washington, Cameron met with former US President Donald Trump, on Monday (Apr 8) at the presumptive Republican presidential nominee’s Florida home.&nbsp;

Cameron and Trump discussed the war in Ukraine and the “need for NATO countries to meet their defense spending requirements,” said the Republican frontrunner’s campaign.&nbsp;

The UK foreign secretary has been urging Republicans to approve the aid package, which has particularly angered hard-right members of the GOP, including Marjorie Taylor Greene.&nbsp;

In an interview with Sky News, last month, Greene said that Cameron “needs to worry about his own country and, frankly, he can kiss my ass.”&nbsp;

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Over dinner at the former president’s Mar-a-Lago estate, the two also discussed “the upcoming U.S. and UK elections, policy matters specific to Brexit, the need for NATO countries to meet their defense spending requirements, and ending the killing in Ukraine,” said Trump’s campaign in a statement.&nbsp;

Cameron, on Tuesday, said that he and Trump “discussed a range of important geopolitical subjects.”&nbsp;

He also said that his meeting with the former president was “entirely proper” and is not uncommon for British ministers to speak with opposition politicians in the run-up to elections.

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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron reiterated their countries’ support for Ukraine amid its ongoing war with Russia, on Tuesday (Apr 9), and urged the United States House of Representatives to pass a bill for aid to Kyiv.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron reiterated their countries’ support for Ukraine amid its ongoing war with Russia, on Tuesday (Apr 9), and urged the United States House of Representatives to pass a bill for aid to Kyiv. US, UK reiterate support for Ukraine “We know that if we give the Ukrainians the support they deserve, they can win this war,” said Cameron, during a joint press conference with Blinken amid his visit to Washington. Meanwhile, Washington’s top diplomat said that it is “imperative” that the US House vote on Ukraine aid “as quickly as possible,” as it is back in session. WATCH | Russian 'glide bombs' changing the face of war in Ukraine This comes as House speaker and Republican Mike Johnson, on Monday (Apr 8) returned to work amid mounting pressure from some members of his own party who have opposed passing a bill that would send additional aid to Ukraine. President Joe Biden’s administration has requested a supplemental budget which includes money for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan. The bill includes $60 billion in military aid for Ukraine but has been stuck in the US House for months. Blinken, on Tuesday, called this request “urgent,” saying that the US needs to do its part to support Ukraine along with European and other allies. Also Read | Ukraine would lose war against Russia if US Congress blocks military aid, says Zelensky In February, the Senate passed a $95 billion foreign aid package, but after weeks of back and forth, it was rejected by the House. Johnson later indicated that the House would consider an amended proposal. Cameron, citing his Ukrainian counterpart, said that Kyiv needs air defences, ammunition and money. “Nothing is more important than the supplemental request the Congress is looking at the moment,” said the UK foreign secretary. Cameron’s meeting with Trump Ahead of his meeting with Blinken in Washington, Cameron met with former US President Donald Trump, on Monday (Apr 8) at the presumptive Republican presidential nominee’s Florida home. Cameron and Trump discussed the war in Ukraine and the “need for NATO countries to meet their defense spending requirements,” said the Republican frontrunner’s campaign. The UK foreign secretary has been urging Republicans to approve the aid package, which has particularly angered hard-right members of the GOP, including Marjorie Taylor Greene. In an interview with Sky News, last month, Greene said that Cameron “needs to worry about his own country and, frankly, he can kiss my ass.” Also Read | Appeals Judge rejects Trump's bid to postpone start of hush money trial for gag order challenge Over dinner at the former president’s Mar-a-Lago estate, the two also discussed “the upcoming U.S. and UK elections, policy matters specific to Brexit, the need for NATO countries to meet their defense spending requirements, and ending the killing in Ukraine,” said Trump’s campaign in a statement. Cameron, on Tuesday, said that he and Trump “discussed a range of important geopolitical subjects.” He also said that his meeting with the former president was “entirely proper” and is not uncommon for British ministers to speak with opposition politicians in the run-up to elections. (With inputs from agencies)

US and UK are committed to supporting Ukraine, says Blinken; David Cameron meets Trump

On April 8, North America was immersed in solar eclipse craze&nbsp;as millions witnessed the stunning celestial event. Amid the excitement, scientists observed intriguing behaviour among various animals, ranging from giraffes to flamingos, as reported by CBS News.

Total eclipses being rare phenomena, there exists limited knowledge about their impact on animals. Researchers seized the opportunity to study animal behaviour during the eclipse, particularly in zoos along the path of totality, such as the Fort Worth Zoo in Texas.

Many animals exhibited behaviours reminiscent of nighttime activities. Giraffes, gorillas, elephants, kudu, coatis, bonobos, and Aldabra tortoises sought refuge in their barns during the eclipse, displaying characteristics akin to those seen at night.

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<h2>Unexpected daytime activity</h2>

Conversely, nocturnal animals showed&nbsp;unusual daytime behaviour. At the Texas zoo, a ringtail cat and two owl species displayed heightened activity during daylight hours.

At the Dallas Zoo, giraffes and zebras were observed running about during the eclipse, while gorillas and chimpanzees demonstrated a shift in behaviour, with some heading towards their nighttime enclosures.

During the eclipse, an ostrich at the Dallas Zoo laid an egg, while other birds became quieter. Penguins and flamingos huddled together, showing unusual social behaviour.

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In 2017, similar animal behaviour was noted during a solar eclipse. A 2020 study at a zoo in South Carolina reported changes in behaviour among 17 species, with nearly 75 per cent exhibiting some form of response to the eclipse. While some animals displayed signs of fear, others manifested behaviours typically seen during twilight or nighttime.

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On April 8, North America was immersed in solar eclipse craze as millions witnessed the stunning celestial event. Amid the excitement, scientists observed intriguing behaviour among various animals, ranging from giraffes to flamingos, as reported by CBS News.

On April 8, North America was immersed in solar eclipse craze as millions witnessed the stunning celestial event. Amid the excitement, scientists observed intriguing behaviour among various animals, ranging from giraffes to flamingos, as reported by CBS News. Total eclipses being rare phenomena, there exists limited knowledge about their impact on animals. Researchers seized the opportunity to study animal behaviour during the eclipse, particularly in zoos along the path of totality, such as the Fort Worth Zoo in Texas. Many animals exhibited behaviours reminiscent of nighttime activities. Giraffes, gorillas, elephants, kudu, coatis, bonobos, and Aldabra tortoises sought refuge in their barns during the eclipse, displaying characteristics akin to those seen at night. Also watch | Total Solar Eclipse 2024: Millions watch eclipse sweep across North America Unexpected daytime activity Conversely, nocturnal animals showed unusual daytime behaviour. At the Texas zoo, a ringtail cat and two owl species displayed heightened activity during daylight hours. At the Dallas Zoo, giraffes and zebras were observed running about during the eclipse, while gorillas and chimpanzees demonstrated a shift in behaviour, with some heading towards their nighttime enclosures. During the eclipse, an ostrich at the Dallas Zoo laid an egg, while other birds became quieter. Penguins and flamingos huddled together, showing unusual social behaviour. Also read | Enchanting view of total solar eclipse as seen from space In 2017, similar animal behaviour was noted during a solar eclipse. A 2020 study at a zoo in South Carolina reported changes in behaviour among 17 species, with nearly 75 per cent exhibiting some form of response to the eclipse. While some animals displayed signs of fear, others manifested behaviours typically seen during twilight or nighttime. (With inputs from agencies)

Quiet and strange animal behaviour observed during solar eclipse in US

China rejected the possible deployment of intermediate-range missiles by the United States in the Asia-Pacific region "to seek unilateral military superiority." Watch in for more details!

China rejects possible US missile deployment in Asia-Pacific region

A total solar eclipse passed over North America on Monday, putting on a show that was visible to millions of people. A total solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between Earth and the sun, completely blocking the sun's face. Watch in for more details!

Total Solar Eclipse 2024: Darkness blankets Niagara falls during solar eclipse

Total Solar Eclipse sparks waves of excitement & awe across North America

Amid rising geopolitical tensions in the Indo Pacific several Nations have assessed that the risk of conflict is indeed increasing. Watch in for more details!

China opposes US bid to deploy a missile system in Asia Pacific region

A former prosecutor noted that Special Counsel Jack Smith's main argument in his Supreme Court submission is that Donald Trump should stand trial for election fraud, regardless of any presidential immunity. Smith's brief said that the prosecution should proceed, even if a former president has some immunity from federal criminal prosecution.

"This may be the most critical piece: Smith tells the Court: 'even if you think there might need to be some immunity for a president, it's not this case. Let this one go to trial',"&nbsp;Vance wrote on X, formerly&nbsp;Twitter.

In his argument, Smith wrote that "even assuming that a former President is entitled to some immunity for official acts, that immunity should not be held to bar this prosecution."

"First, a President's alleged criminal scheme to overturn an election and thwart the peaceful transfer of power to his lawfully elected successor is the paradigmatic example of conduct that should not be immunised, even if other conduct should be," Smith wrote.

"Second, at the core of the charged conspiracies is a private scheme with private actors to achieve a private end: petitioner's effort to remain in power by fraud."

"Those allegations of private misconduct are more than sufficient to support the indictment," he added.&nbsp;

Smith heads the federal prosecution against the ex-president, accused of unlawfully trying to overturn his defeat to President Joe Biden in the 2020 election. Newsweek reached out for comment from Trump's lawyer. Last year, Smith charged Trump with various offences related to the January 6 riots at the US&nbsp;Capitol and an alleged scheme involving false elector slates.

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<h2>What is Trump's take?</h2>

Trump, widely expected to be the Republican candidate in the 2024 presidential race, asserts his innocence and pleads not guilty to all accusations. He accuses prosecutors of politically motivated targeting.

The case is scheduled to be heard by the Supreme Court on April 25, as Trump seeks to have the indictment thrown out, arguing that he is protected from criminal charges for actions taken during his time in the White House.

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Lower courts, initially rejected Trump's assertions of presidential immunity—first by US&nbsp;District Judge Tanya Chutkan in December, followed by the US&nbsp;Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia in February. However, in February, the Supreme Court agreed to review the case, stating in a brief order their intention to address the extent of a former President's immunity from criminal prosecution for actions deemed to be official acts.

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A former prosecutor noted that Special Counsel Jack Smith's main argument in his Supreme Court submission is that Donald Trump should stand trial for election fraud, regardless of any presidential immunity.

A former prosecutor noted that Special Counsel Jack Smith's main argument in his Supreme Court submission is that Donald Trump should stand trial for election fraud, regardless of any presidential immunity. Smith's brief said that the prosecution should proceed, even if a former president has some immunity from federal criminal prosecution. "This may be the most critical piece: Smith tells the Court: 'even if you think there might need to be some immunity for a president, it's not this case. Let this one go to trial'," Vance wrote on X, formerly Twitter. In his argument, Smith wrote that "even assuming that a former President is entitled to some immunity for official acts, that immunity should not be held to bar this prosecution." "First, a President's alleged criminal scheme to overturn an election and thwart the peaceful transfer of power to his lawfully elected successor is the paradigmatic example of conduct that should not be immunised, even if other conduct should be," Smith wrote. "Second, at the core of the charged conspiracies is a private scheme with private actors to achieve a private end: petitioner's effort to remain in power by fraud." "Those allegations of private misconduct are more than sufficient to support the indictment," he added. Smith heads the federal prosecution against the ex-president, accused of unlawfully trying to overturn his defeat to President Joe Biden in the 2020 election. Newsweek reached out for comment from Trump's lawyer. Last year, Smith charged Trump with various offences related to the January 6 riots at the US Capitol and an alleged scheme involving false elector slates. Also read | Trump's media venture faces steep stock decline, valuation drops to $2.9 bn What is Trump's take? Trump, widely expected to be the Republican candidate in the 2024 presidential race, asserts his innocence and pleads not guilty to all accusations. He accuses prosecutors of politically motivated targeting. The case is scheduled to be heard by the Supreme Court on April 25, as Trump seeks to have the indictment thrown out, arguing that he is protected from criminal charges for actions taken during his time in the White House. Also watch | Former US President Donald Trump says states should decide abortion rights Lower courts, initially rejected Trump's assertions of presidential immunity—first by US District Judge Tanya Chutkan in December, followed by the US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia in February. However, in February, the Supreme Court agreed to review the case, stating in a brief order their intention to address the extent of a former President's immunity from criminal prosecution for actions deemed to be official acts. (With inputs from agencies)

Special counsel Jack Smith urges Supreme Court to reject Trump’s immunity claim

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Top Republican and Democrat Representatives on two influential congressional committees have agreed on a National Data privacy standards in the United States. Watch in for more details!

US lawmakers propose draft on legislation concerning data privacy

More than 300 people gathered in the Canadian city of Niagara Falls, Ontario, on Monday (Apr 8) morning to break the world record for the “largest gathering of people dressed as the sun,” said city officials in a statement. The record was set as millions in North American countries turned to the sky to watch the total solar eclipse.&nbsp;

<h2>‘It’s official!’</h2>

The City of Niagara Falls along with Niagara Falls Tourism held an event that saw the participation of 309 people dressed up as the sun to dethrone China, which set&nbsp;the record in 2020.&nbsp;

On Monday morning, people dressed up as the sun gathered on a Niagara City Cruise to break the world record.&nbsp;

WATCH |&nbsp;Niagara Falls: Hundreds gather to break Guinness world record of dressing as the sun

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“It’s official! The City of Niagara Falls, in partnership with Niagara Falls Tourism, has broken the Guinness World Record for ‘Largest gathering of people dressed as the sun’ with 309 participants!” said the city, in a statement, on Monday.&nbsp;

It added, “An official Guinness World Record adjudicator was present to adjudicate the event. Congratulations to everyone involved, making this special day even more memorable!”&nbsp;

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The previous record was set on December 20, 2020, when 287 people in the Chinese city of Guangzhou dressed as the sun.&nbsp;

The participants included guests and their family members who attended the awarding ceremony of the 10th Children’s Drawing Competition held by China Life Insurance Company, according to the Guinness World Record.&nbsp;

<h2>Total solar eclipse at Niagara Falls</h2>

It was truly a memorable day at Niagara Falls, comprising three waterfalls at the southern end of Niagara Gorge, at the United States-Canada border, which also witnessed at least two weddings and one proposal, as per Reuters, during the solar eclipse.

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Around 2,000 people had gathered at the Niagara Falls State Park to watch the astronomical event despite overcast skies.&nbsp;

However, the weather was subdued eventually and the clouds momentarily parted allowing the crowd to catch the last 30 seconds of the totality. The large gathering reportedly went wild cheering and shouting.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, on the other side of the river in Niagara Falls, Ontario, broke the world record which involved participants from as far away as Singapore and London.&nbsp;

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More than 300 people gathered in the Canadian city of Niagara Falls, Ontario, on Monday (Apr 8) morning to break the world record for the “largest gathering of people dressed as the sun,” said city officials in a statement.

More than 300 people gathered in the Canadian city of Niagara Falls, Ontario, on Monday (Apr 8) morning to break the world record for the “largest gathering of people dressed as the sun,” said city officials in a statement. The record was set as millions in North American countries turned to the sky to watch the total solar eclipse. ‘It’s official!’ The City of Niagara Falls along with Niagara Falls Tourism held an event that saw the participation of 309 people dressed up as the sun to dethrone China, which set the record in 2020. On Monday morning, people dressed up as the sun gathered on a Niagara City Cruise to break the world record. WATCH | Niagara Falls: Hundreds gather to break Guinness world record of dressing as the sun “It’s official! The City of Niagara Falls, in partnership with Niagara Falls Tourism, has broken the Guinness World Record for ‘Largest gathering of people dressed as the sun’ with 309 participants!” said the city, in a statement, on Monday. It added, “An official Guinness World Record adjudicator was present to adjudicate the event. Congratulations to everyone involved, making this special day even more memorable!” Check out the scenes from the boat!#NiagaraFalls #SolarEclipse #EclipseNiagara pic.twitter.com/upaWtRz79J — Niagara Falls Canada (@NiagaraFalls) April 8, 2024 × The previous record was set on December 20, 2020, when 287 people in the Chinese city of Guangzhou dressed as the sun. The participants included guests and their family members who attended the awarding ceremony of the 10th Children’s Drawing Competition held by China Life Insurance Company, according to the Guinness World Record. Total solar eclipse at Niagara Falls It was truly a memorable day at Niagara Falls, comprising three waterfalls at the southern end of Niagara Gorge, at the United States-Canada border, which also witnessed at least two weddings and one proposal, as per Reuters, during the solar eclipse. Also Read | Total Solar Eclipse 2024: Astronomical event leaves millions across North America in awe Around 2,000 people had gathered at the Niagara Falls State Park to watch the astronomical event despite overcast skies. However, the weather was subdued eventually and the clouds momentarily parted allowing the crowd to catch the last 30 seconds of the totality. The large gathering reportedly went wild cheering and shouting. Meanwhile, on the other side of the river in Niagara Falls, Ontario, broke the world record which involved participants from as far away as Singapore and London. (With inputs from agencies)

Solar Eclipse 2024: Niagara Falls breaks world record for ‘largest gathering of people dressed as sun’

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