Amid increasing unrest in Haiti, the Biden administration is considering using Guantanamo Bay to handle Haitian migrants if there is a large-scale migration to the US. In other news,&nbsp;North Korean leader Kim Jong Un participated in a training session to operate recently developed battle tanks, urging the troops to intensify their preparations for potential conflict.&nbsp;A UN investigation has disclosed that Reuters journalist Issam Abdallah lost his life in Lebanon when an Israeli tank fired two 120 mm rounds at a gathering of journalists, an action deemed in violation of international law.

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Amid escalating turmoil in Haiti, the Biden administration is exploring the possibility of using&nbsp;Guantanamo Bay to process Haitian migrants in the event of a mass exodus to the US, according to a CNN report.

Guantanamo Bay, located approximately 321 kilometres&nbsp;from Haiti, has historically served as a migrant centre&nbsp;to accommodate and process migrants before repatriating them to Haiti or another country.

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un took part in the training session to operate newly developed battle tanks and appealed to the troops to escalate their efforts to prepare for war, reported state media on Thursday (Mar 14).&nbsp;

The training of battle tanks in North Korea took place as the United States and South Korea began their annual 11-day military drills which will end later Thursday.&nbsp;

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Britain on Thursday (Mar 13) came up with a new definition of extremism, aiming to address a surge in hate crimes against Jews and Muslims following the Oct 7 Hamas attacks on Israel.&nbsp;

As per the UK's new definition of extremism, it "is the promotion or advancement of an ideology based on violence, hatred, or intolerance", that aims to negate or destroy the fundamental rights and freedoms of others; or undermine, overturn or replace the UK’s system of liberal parliamentary democracy and democratic rights; or intentionally create a permissive environment for others to achieve those results.

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In a tragic incident last year, Reuters journalist Issam Abdallah was killed in Lebanon when an Israeli tank fired two 120 mm rounds at a group of journalists. This, a UN investigation has now revealed, violated international law.

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Nex Benedict, a 16-year-old student from Oklahoma, who died&nbsp;one day after an altercation in a high school bathroom, died by suicide, according to the state's medical examiner. The examination report that identified Benedict as nonbinary and used they/them pronouns, cited a lethal combination of two different medications as the cause of death, reported CBS News.&nbsp;

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Amid increasing unrest in Haiti, the Biden administration is considering using Guantanamo Bay to handle Haitian migrants if there is a large-scale migration to the US.

Amid increasing unrest in Haiti, the Biden administration is considering using Guantanamo Bay to handle Haitian migrants if there is a large-scale migration to the US. In other news, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un participated in a training session to operate recently developed battle tanks, urging the troops to intensify their preparations for potential conflict. A UN investigation has disclosed that Reuters journalist Issam Abdallah lost his life in Lebanon when an Israeli tank fired two 120 mm rounds at a gathering of journalists, an action deemed in violation of international law. Click on the headlines to read more Biden administration weighs using Guantanamo Bay for Haitian migrant influx Amid escalating turmoil in Haiti, the Biden administration is exploring the possibility of using Guantanamo Bay to process Haitian migrants in the event of a mass exodus to the US, according to a CNN report. Guantanamo Bay, located approximately 321 kilometres from Haiti, has historically served as a migrant centre to accommodate and process migrants before repatriating them to Haiti or another country. North Korea's Kim Jong Un leads new war tank training in mock battle North Korean leader Kim Jong Un took part in the training session to operate newly developed battle tanks and appealed to the troops to escalate their efforts to prepare for war, reported state media on Thursday (Mar 14). The training of battle tanks in North Korea took place as the United States and South Korea began their annual 11-day military drills which will end later Thursday. Britain redefines 'extremism' in the face of rising hate crimes, critics call it a threat to free speech Britain on Thursday (Mar 13) came up with a new definition of extremism, aiming to address a surge in hate crimes against Jews and Muslims following the Oct 7 Hamas attacks on Israel. As per the UK's new definition of extremism, it "is the promotion or advancement of an ideology based on violence, hatred, or intolerance", that aims to negate or destroy the fundamental rights and freedoms of others; or undermine, overturn or replace the UK’s system of liberal parliamentary democracy and democratic rights; or intentionally create a permissive environment for others to achieve those results. UN report finds Israel's killing of journalist in Lebanon a clear violation of international law In a tragic incident last year, Reuters journalist Issam Abdallah was killed in Lebanon when an Israeli tank fired two 120 mm rounds at a group of journalists. This, a UN investigation has now revealed, violated international law. Death of nonbinary US teen after school fight ruled suicide, medical examiner confirms Nex Benedict, a 16-year-old student from Oklahoma, who died one day after an altercation in a high school bathroom, died by suicide, according to the state's medical examiner. The examination report that identified Benedict as nonbinary and used they/them pronouns, cited a lethal combination of two different medications as the cause of death, reported CBS News.

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American law enforcement officials told a group of Indian-Americans in the Silicon Valley that they are not aware of Khalistani movement in the U.S. This was during a meeting where members of Indian-Americans raised the issue of constant attacks on Hindu temples. Community members also said it was disappointing to see the police not taking any action against Khalistanis using American soil for Anti-India plots.

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The US House of Representatives passed a bill that brings more problem for the social media platform TikTok well the bill gives TikTok's Chinese owner Byte dance around six months to divest the US assets off the app or face a ban in the US. This is the biggest threat the app has faced since the Trump Administration. Watch to know more!

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A US-based startup has introduced an AI software engineer called Devin. The AI tool can change the game in code writing and debugging. This AI tool is being dubbed the world's first AI software engineer.

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Amid the unrelenting aggression by Israel the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip are in desperate need for urgent aid. Washington it is working to coordinate a multinational effort that's to set up a maritime aid corridor into Gaza and this is a part of US strategy of flooding The Zone with humanitarian assistance.

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An annual threat assessment compiling US intelligence warned that Israel will be challenged by Hamas for years to come, as the country continues its military campaign aimed at destroying the Gaza-ruling terror group in response to its devastating October 7 attack on southern Israel.

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Four individuals, among whom three were Indian nationals, were apprehended in New York after they leaped off a moving freight train coming from Canada in an attempt to enter the United States unlawfully.&nbsp;The incident, which occurred on March 12, led to the arrest of the four by US Border Patrol agents. According to reports, all four individuals were determined to be undocumented non-citizens.

The Border Patrol agents stationed at Buffalo observed the four individuals jumping from the moving freight train on the International Railroad Bridge.

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Following the leap, the men abandoned the injured woman, who was unable to move due to her injuries. They were subsequently captured after a short while as police ran behind the accused individuals. The injured woman received initial medical assistance from Erie County Sheriff's deputies and officers of the US&nbsp;Customs and Border Protection.

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Further investigation revealed that the woman and two men were Indian nationals, while the third man was from the Dominican Republic.

The three men are currently undergoing process&nbsp;for deportation and are detained at the Batavia Federal Detention Facility awaiting a deportation hearing. They are facing charges under Sections 212 and 237 of the Immigration and Nationality Act, as per reports.

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Meanwhile, the woman remains hospitalised for additional medical treatment at a local medical facility.

Chief Patrol Agent Thomas G&nbsp;Martin of the US Border Patrol Buffalo Sector commended the coordinated efforts of Border Patrol agents, CBP officers, and law enforcement partners in safeguarding the Western New York area.

<h2>Illegal migrants&nbsp;</h2>

Usually, illegal immigrants or refugees across borders enter from different countries to US through&nbsp;dangerous methods. One of them is "donkey" flights.&nbsp;In such situations, individuals may be transported clandestinely across borders, sometimes through remote or hazardous routes.

This can involve crossing deserts, mountains, or bodies of water, often with little regard for the safety or well-being of those being transported. There is a constant threat of detection by authorities, which can result in arrest, deportation, or other legal consequences for both the migrants and the facilitators of the transport.

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Four individuals, among whom three were Indian nationals, were apprehended in New York after they leaped off a moving freight train coming from Canada in an attempt to enter the United States unlawfully.

Four individuals, among whom three were Indian nationals, were apprehended in New York after they leaped off a moving freight train coming from Canada in an attempt to enter the United States unlawfully. The incident, which occurred on March 12, led to the arrest of the four by US Border Patrol agents. According to reports, all four individuals were determined to be undocumented non-citizens. The Border Patrol agents stationed at Buffalo observed the four individuals jumping from the moving freight train on the International Railroad Bridge. Also Read | India: US chipmaker Qualcomm opens design centre for wireless tech, to generate 1600 jobs Following the leap, the men abandoned the injured woman, who was unable to move due to her injuries. They were subsequently captured after a short while as police ran behind the accused individuals. The injured woman received initial medical assistance from Erie County Sheriff's deputies and officers of the US Customs and Border Protection. Also Read | Chief Justice of India honours meritorious daughter of Supreme Court cook Further investigation revealed that the woman and two men were Indian nationals, while the third man was from the Dominican Republic. The three men are currently undergoing process for deportation and are detained at the Batavia Federal Detention Facility awaiting a deportation hearing. They are facing charges under Sections 212 and 237 of the Immigration and Nationality Act, as per reports. Watch | India elections 2024: BJP has dropped 21% sitting MPs in two Lok Sabha lists × Meanwhile, the woman remains hospitalised for additional medical treatment at a local medical facility. Chief Patrol Agent Thomas G Martin of the US Border Patrol Buffalo Sector commended the coordinated efforts of Border Patrol agents, CBP officers, and law enforcement partners in safeguarding the Western New York area. Illegal migrants Usually, illegal immigrants or refugees across borders enter from different countries to US through dangerous methods. One of them is "donkey" flights. In such situations, individuals may be transported clandestinely across borders, sometimes through remote or hazardous routes. This can involve crossing deserts, mountains, or bodies of water, often with little regard for the safety or well-being of those being transported. There is a constant threat of detection by authorities, which can result in arrest, deportation, or other legal consequences for both the migrants and the facilitators of the transport. (With inputs from agencies)

Three Indians held while illegally entering US from Canada

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The U.S. Lawmakers have passed a bill to ban TikTok in the country unless its Chinese owner Bytedance decides to sell it. The house of representatives approved the measure with wide bipartisan support 352 congress members voted in favor of the bill and only 65 voted against the bill. The legislation now moves to the senate.

US House passes bill that could ban TikTok with bipartisan support

Amid escalating turmoil in Haiti, the Biden administration is exploring the possibility of using&nbsp;Guantanamo Bay to process Haitian migrants in the event of a mass exodus to the US, according to a CNN report.&nbsp;

Guantanamo Bay, located approximately 321 kilometres&nbsp;from Haiti, has historically served as a migrant centre&nbsp;to accommodate and process migrants before repatriating them to Haiti or another country.

Discussions to expand capacity at the site shed light on&nbsp;the administration's growing concerns over the prospect of large-scale migration from Haiti, with gangs wreaking havoc and social order teetering on the edge of collapse.

<h2>Navigating migration challenges</h2>

Migrants from Haiti have often attempted to take on the perilous journey to Florida by sea, prompting the US to consider intercepting and transporting them to Guantanamo for processing and potential repatriation.

The National Security Council is closely monitoring migration routes, though current irregular migration flows through the Caribbean remain low.

“We are clear-eyed that economic, political, and security instability are key drivers for migrants around the world.&nbsp; We are closely monitoring the situation&nbsp;and the routes frequently used by migrants to reach our borders and at this time, irregular migration flows through the Caribbean remain low,” a National Security Council spokesperson told CNN.

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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis&nbsp;announced on Wednesday (Mar 13)&nbsp;that he was&nbsp;sending over 250 additional soldiers and officers, as well as aircraft and boats, to "protect" the state from vessels carrying illegal immigrants from Haiti – as gang violence has brought additional turmoil to the Caribbean nation.

Haiti has plunged into chaos following attacks on government structures and rampant gang violence, with gangs reportedly controlling 80 per cent&nbsp;of the capital. Tens of thousands have been displaced, exacerbating an already dire humanitarian situation. Amid the unrest, the US deployed a Marine Fleet-Anti-terrorism Security Team to bolster security at the embassy in Port-au-Prince.

As the Biden administration anticipates a potential mass migration event, contingency plans are being drafted to address resource constraints. Immigration agencies, grappling with funding shortages, are set&nbsp;to release thousands of migrants unless additional funds are secured.&nbsp;

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Despite ongoing challenges in securing supplemental funding for border security, efforts to address migration challenges persist amid heightened concerns over Haiti's escalating crisis.

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Amid escalating turmoil in Haiti, the Biden administration is exploring the possibility of using Guantanamo Bay to process Haitian migrants in the event of a mass exodus to the US, according to a CNN report.

Amid escalating turmoil in Haiti, the Biden administration is exploring the possibility of using Guantanamo Bay to process Haitian migrants in the event of a mass exodus to the US, according to a CNN report. Guantanamo Bay, located approximately 321 kilometres from Haiti, has historically served as a migrant centre to accommodate and process migrants before repatriating them to Haiti or another country. Discussions to expand capacity at the site shed light on the administration's growing concerns over the prospect of large-scale migration from Haiti, with gangs wreaking havoc and social order teetering on the edge of collapse. Navigating migration challenges Migrants from Haiti have often attempted to take on the perilous journey to Florida by sea, prompting the US to consider intercepting and transporting them to Guantanamo for processing and potential repatriation. The National Security Council is closely monitoring migration routes, though current irregular migration flows through the Caribbean remain low. “We are clear-eyed that economic, political, and security instability are key drivers for migrants around the world. We are closely monitoring the situation and the routes frequently used by migrants to reach our borders and at this time, irregular migration flows through the Caribbean remain low,” a National Security Council spokesperson told CNN. Also read | 'Woe betide anyone': Haiti gang leader Barbecue threatens hotels 'hiding politicians' in his bloody revolution Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Wednesday (Mar 13) that he was sending over 250 additional soldiers and officers, as well as aircraft and boats, to "protect" the state from vessels carrying illegal immigrants from Haiti – as gang violence has brought additional turmoil to the Caribbean nation. Haiti has plunged into chaos following attacks on government structures and rampant gang violence, with gangs reportedly controlling 80 per cent of the capital. Tens of thousands have been displaced, exacerbating an already dire humanitarian situation. Amid the unrest, the US deployed a Marine Fleet-Anti-terrorism Security Team to bolster security at the embassy in Port-au-Prince. As the Biden administration anticipates a potential mass migration event, contingency plans are being drafted to address resource constraints. Immigration agencies, grappling with funding shortages, are set to release thousands of migrants unless additional funds are secured. Also watch | Haiti Gang Violence Escalates: Amid escalating violence in Haiti, PM resigns Despite ongoing challenges in securing supplemental funding for border security, efforts to address migration challenges persist amid heightened concerns over Haiti's escalating crisis. (With inputs from agencies)

Biden administration weighs using Guantanamo Bay for Haitian migrant influx

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Nex Benedict, a 16-year-old student from Oklahoma, who passed away one day after an altercation in a high school bathroom, died by suicide, according to the state's medical examiner. The examination report, which identified Benedict as nonbinary and used they/them pronouns, cited a lethal combination of two different medications as the cause of death, reported CBS News.&nbsp;

"From the beginning of this investigation, Owasso Police observed many indications that this death was the result of suicide," the Owasso Police Department said in a statement.

"However, investigators did not wish to confirm that information without the final results being presented by the Oklahoma Medical Examiners Office," he added.

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<h2>Events leading to the death</h2>

The day before&nbsp;their (Benedict used they/them pronouns) death, Benedict was involved in a physical altercation inside&nbsp;the girls' restroom at Owasso High School. After the altercation, Benedict was sent to the hospital by a school nurse.

During interactions with police officers, Benedict disclosed being harassed by three girls, leading to the confrontation initiated by Benedict throwing water at them. The altercation appears to have been triggered by harassment related to Benedict's gender identity.

On the day following the altercation, Benedict's mother contacted emergency services, expressing concern about Benedict's deteriorating condition.

Reports described shallow breathing, eyes rolling back, and curled hands. Despite these&nbsp;symptoms, preliminary autopsy findings indicated that Benedict's death was not a result of injuries sustained during the altercation.

Dr&nbsp;Margaret Coates, superintendent of Owasso Public Schools, expressed sorrow over Benedict's death.&nbsp;

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"As we mourn together, OPS remains focused on the safety and well-being of our students and staff. Let's continue to lean on each other in the days ahead," she told CBS News.

Benedict's passing has sparked demonstrations and candlelight vigils in various US&nbsp;urban centres, stretching from New York to Los Angeles.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

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Disclaimer: Some readers may find the story disturbing. Discretion is advised. Nex Benedict, a 16-year-old student from Oklahoma, who passed away one day after an altercation in a high school bathroom, died by suicide, according to the state's medical examiner.

Disclaimer: Some readers may find the story disturbing. Discretion is advised. Nex Benedict, a 16-year-old student from Oklahoma, who passed away one day after an altercation in a high school bathroom, died by suicide, according to the state's medical examiner. The examination report, which identified Benedict as nonbinary and used they/them pronouns, cited a lethal combination of two different medications as the cause of death, reported CBS News. "From the beginning of this investigation, Owasso Police observed many indications that this death was the result of suicide," the Owasso Police Department said in a statement. "However, investigators did not wish to confirm that information without the final results being presented by the Oklahoma Medical Examiners Office," he added. Also read | US House passes bill that could ban TikTok Events leading to the death The day before their (Benedict used they/them pronouns) death, Benedict was involved in a physical altercation inside the girls' restroom at Owasso High School. After the altercation, Benedict was sent to the hospital by a school nurse. During interactions with police officers, Benedict disclosed being harassed by three girls, leading to the confrontation initiated by Benedict throwing water at them. The altercation appears to have been triggered by harassment related to Benedict's gender identity. On the day following the altercation, Benedict's mother contacted emergency services, expressing concern about Benedict's deteriorating condition. Reports described shallow breathing, eyes rolling back, and curled hands. Despite these symptoms, preliminary autopsy findings indicated that Benedict's death was not a result of injuries sustained during the altercation. Dr Margaret Coates, superintendent of Owasso Public Schools, expressed sorrow over Benedict's death. Also watch | Trump and Biden set for US Presidential Election rematch "As we mourn together, OPS remains focused on the safety and well-being of our students and staff. Let's continue to lean on each other in the days ahead," she told CBS News. Benedict's passing has sparked demonstrations and candlelight vigils in various US urban centres, stretching from New York to Los Angeles. (With inputs from agencies) If you or someone you know wants help for mental well being, don't hesitate to talk to a professional. Aasra (Mumbai) 022-27546669, 98204 66726, Sneha (Chennai) 044-24640050, Sumaitri (Delhi) 011-23389090, Cooj (Goa) 0832- 2252525, Jeevan (Jamshedpur) 065-76453841, Pratheeksha (Kochi) 048-42448830, Maithri (Kochi) 0484-2540530, Roshni (Hyderabad) 040-66202000, Lifeline 033-64643267 (Kolkata), Parivarthan (Bangalore) +91 76766 02602 WION is not associated with any of these organisations and does not make any recommendations

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A New Mexico man has died after contracting the Bubonic plague. This is the first death from the plague in new Mexico since 2020. Officials say this is a clear reminder of the threat posed by this ancient diseases. The US Department of health is contacting residents in the area and assessing to determine whether there is any ongoing risk to the public.

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