US President Joe Biden will host Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and South Korean President Yun Suk Yeol in Camp David. Now reports say that the leaders will launch a series of joint initiatives on defence and technology.

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<p>US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said on Thursday (August 17) that it was keeping an eye on a new, highly mutated lineage of virus that causes COVID-19. The lineage is named BA.2.86. It has reportedly been detected in the United States, Israel as well as in Denmark. The CDC has said this on social media platform X (formerly Twitter).</p>

<p>"As we learn more about BA.2.86, CDC's advice on protecting yourself from COVID-19 remains the same," the agency said.</p>

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<p>Earlier on Thursday, the World Health Organization (WHO) said in a post on X that it was considering BA.2.86 as a "variant under monitoring". It said it was monitoring it due to large number of mutations it carries. The agency said further that only a few sequences of the variant have been reported from a handful of countries.</p>

<p>The new lineage, which has 36 mutations from the currently-dominant XBB.1.5 COVID variant "harkens back to an earlier branch" of the virus, explained Dr. S. Wesley Long, medical director of diagnostic microbiology at Houston Methodist. Dr Long was quoted by Reuters.</p>

<p>He said it remains to be seen whether BA.2.86 will be able to out-compete other strains of the virus or have any advantage in escaping immune responses from prior infection or vaccination.</p>

<p>Reuters quoted \virologist Jesse Bloom, who said that early analysis indicated that the new variant "will have equal or greater escape than XBB.1.5 from antibodies elicited by pre-Omicron and first-generation Omicron variants."</p>

<p>Omicron subvariant XBB.1.5 is the strain that's targetted by vaccines in upcoming Covid booster shots.</p>

<p>Bloom's slides note that the most likely scenario is that BA.2.86 is less transmissible than current dominant variants, so never spreads widely, but more sequencing data is needed.</p>

<p>"My biggest concern would be that it could cause a bigger spike in cases than what we have seen in recent waves," Dr. Long said. "The boosters will still help you fight off COVID in general."</p>

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US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said on Thursday (August 17) that it was keeping an eye on a new, highly mutated lineage of virus that causes COVID-19.

US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said on Thursday (August 17) that it was keeping an eye on a new, highly mutated lineage of virus that causes COVID-19. The lineage is named BA.2.86. It has reportedly been detected in the United States, Israel as well as in Denmark. The CDC has said this on social media platform X (formerly Twitter). "As we learn more about BA.2.86, CDC's advice on protecting yourself from COVID-19 remains the same," the agency said. CDC is tracking a new lineage of the virus that causes COVID-19. This lineage is named BA.2.86, and has been detected in the United States, Denmark and Israel. CDC is gathering more information and will share more about this lineage as we learn it. — CDC (@CDCgov) August 18, 2023 × Earlier on Thursday, the World Health Organization (WHO) said in a post on X that it was considering BA.2.86 as a "variant under monitoring". It said it was monitoring it due to large number of mutations it carries. The agency said further that only a few sequences of the variant have been reported from a handful of countries. The new lineage, which has 36 mutations from the currently-dominant XBB.1.5 COVID variant "harkens back to an earlier branch" of the virus, explained Dr. S. Wesley Long, medical director of diagnostic microbiology at Houston Methodist. Dr Long was quoted by Reuters. He said it remains to be seen whether BA.2.86 will be able to out-compete other strains of the virus or have any advantage in escaping immune responses from prior infection or vaccination. Reuters quoted \virologist Jesse Bloom, who said that early analysis indicated that the new variant "will have equal or greater escape than XBB.1.5 from antibodies elicited by pre-Omicron and first-generation Omicron variants." Omicron subvariant XBB.1.5 is the strain that's targetted by vaccines in upcoming Covid booster shots. Bloom's slides note that the most likely scenario is that BA.2.86 is less transmissible than current dominant variants, so never spreads widely, but more sequencing data is needed. "My biggest concern would be that it could cause a bigger spike in cases than what we have seen in recent waves," Dr. Long said. "The boosters will still help you fight off COVID in general." You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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For the first time the leaders of Japan, South Korea and the United States are holding a trilateral summit. The leaders will meet at Camp David – the traditional presidential retreat. They’re expected to discuss increasing security ties and a plan by Japan to start releasing treated wastewater from the Fukushima nuclear plant – as soon as the end of August. Henry Ridgwell reports from Tokyo.

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<p>Officials in the US state of Georgia are investigating online threats made against members of the grand jury that indicted former United States President Donald Trump’s alleged election interference investigation, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-indicted-over-2020-election-interference-in-georgia-625533">on Monday</a>. This comes after personal information including, names and addresses of grand jury members were posted online, said the local sheriff’s office.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What happened?</strong></h2>

<p>The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office, on Thursday (August 17) said that they are working on tracking the origins of threats against grand jury members who, earlier this week, indicted Trump on 13 charges, which included racketeering and election meddling.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This comes after personal information, including addresses and photos of the jurors, were reportedly shared on right-wing platforms. Officials in Fulton County, which also includes Atlanta, the state capital, said threats could amount to jury intimidation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Our investigators are working closely with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to track down the origin of threats in Fulton County and other jurisdictions,” said the sheriff’s office, in a statement.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It added, “We take this matter very seriously and are coordinating with our law enforcement partners to respond quickly to any credible threat and to ensure the safety of those individuals who carried out their civic duty.”&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Whose information was supposedly leaked?</strong></h2>

<p>The posts that purportedly share names and addresses of the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explained-why-is-donald-trumps-georgia-indictment-different-626154">Fulton County grand jury </a>are being tracked by Advance Democracy, a non-profit research organisation whose president, Dan Jones, a former FBI investigator and a part of the Senate intelligence committee told Reuters, “Statements by Trump and his allies continue to inspire violent language and threats online.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the group, two NBC reporters who wrote about the grand jury incident also had their purported addresses posted online, reported Reuters.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The organisation has also reportedly tracked posts containing violent rhetoric against the Fulton County district attorney, Fani Willis who oversaw the over two-year investigation regarding the alleged efforts made by Trump and 18 others to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The group has also called on the Fulton County police to take the matter “seriously”.<br />
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“The latest threats against jury members shows you don’t have to be a politician or government official to be the target,” said Jones. He added, “Equally important is that political leaders on the right denounce these threats and the statements that inspire them.”&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Trump’s case in Georgia</strong></h2>

<p>In a recent update about <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-requests-april-2026-trial-date-for-election-interference-trial-626587">the case</a>, lawyers for Trump on Thursday (August 17) asked a federal judge in Washington to schedule an April 2026 trial for the former president regarding the federal charges against his alleged attempt to overturn his 2020 election loss to Democrat Joe Biden.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier this month after the indictment by the US Special Counsel Jack Smith against Trump, the former president lashed out on his social media platform, Truth Social, and said “IF YOU GO AFTER ME, I’M COMING AFTER YOU!”&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 98-page Georgia indictment on Monday listed 19 defendants and 41 criminal counts and while the document is available as a public record and does include the names of grand jurors but not their addresses or any other personally identifiable information.</p>

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Officials in the US state of Georgia are investigating online threats made against members of the grand jury that indicted former United States President Donald Trump’s alleged election interference investigation, on Monday.

Officials in the US state of Georgia are investigating online threats made against members of the grand jury that indicted former United States President Donald Trump’s alleged election interference investigation, on Monday. This comes after personal information including, names and addresses of grand jury members were posted online, said the local sheriff’s office. What happened? The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office, on Thursday (August 17) said that they are working on tracking the origins of threats against grand jury members who, earlier this week, indicted Trump on 13 charges, which included racketeering and election meddling. This comes after personal information, including addresses and photos of the jurors, were reportedly shared on right-wing platforms. Officials in Fulton County, which also includes Atlanta, the state capital, said threats could amount to jury intimidation. “Our investigators are working closely with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to track down the origin of threats in Fulton County and other jurisdictions,” said the sheriff’s office, in a statement. It added, “We take this matter very seriously and are coordinating with our law enforcement partners to respond quickly to any credible threat and to ensure the safety of those individuals who carried out their civic duty.” Whose information was supposedly leaked? The posts that purportedly share names and addresses of the Fulton County grand jury are being tracked by Advance Democracy, a non-profit research organisation whose president, Dan Jones, a former FBI investigator and a part of the Senate intelligence committee told Reuters, “Statements by Trump and his allies continue to inspire violent language and threats online.” According to the group, two NBC reporters who wrote about the grand jury incident also had their purported addresses posted online, reported Reuters. The organisation has also reportedly tracked posts containing violent rhetoric against the Fulton County district attorney, Fani Willis who oversaw the over two-year investigation regarding the alleged efforts made by Trump and 18 others to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election. The group has also called on the Fulton County police to take the matter “seriously”. “The latest threats against jury members shows you don’t have to be a politician or government official to be the target,” said Jones. He added, “Equally important is that political leaders on the right denounce these threats and the statements that inspire them.” Trump’s case in Georgia In a recent update about the case, lawyers for Trump on Thursday (August 17) asked a federal judge in Washington to schedule an April 2026 trial for the former president regarding the federal charges against his alleged attempt to overturn his 2020 election loss to Democrat Joe Biden. Earlier this month after the indictment by the US Special Counsel Jack Smith against Trump, the former president lashed out on his social media platform, Truth Social, and said “IF YOU GO AFTER ME, I’M COMING AFTER YOU!” The 98-page Georgia indictment on Monday listed 19 defendants and 41 criminal counts and while the document is available as a public record and does include the names of grand jurors but not their addresses or any other personally identifiable information. (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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US President Joe Biden will host Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and South Korean President Yun Suk Yeol this Friday in Camp David. Now reports say that the leaders will launch a series of joint initiatives on defence and technology.

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<p>For over 80 years, a remarkable meteorite lay hidden in plain sight, overshadowed by its unassuming role as a doorstop on a local farm in Michigan.</p>

<p>Weighing in at 10 kilogrammes (22 pounds), this celestial treasure remained unnoticed until a curious turn of events brought it to the attention of the scientific world.</p>

<p>In 2018, Mona Sirbescu, a geologist at Central Michigan University (CMU), encountered the meteorite and instantly recognised its significance. "It's the most valuable specimen I have ever held in my life, monetarily and scientifically," she told Science Alert.</p>

<p>This extraordinary meteorite, later nicknamed the Edmore meteorite, turned out to be a captivating iron-nickel space rock containing a substantial 12 per cent nickel.</p>

<p>David Mazurek, a resident of Grand Rapids, Michigan, had the meteorite for three decades before seeking Sirbescu's expertise.</p>

<p>When Mazurek purchased a farm in Edmore in 1988, the previous owner casually mentioned that the rock propping open a shed door was no ordinary stone – it was a meteorite.</p>

<p>The previous owner recounted a story from the 1930s when he and his father witnessed the meteorite hurtling down and impacting their property with a resounding crash. The crater left behind led to the remarkable discovery, which they promptly claimed as part of their land.</p>

<h2><strong>A doorstop's transformation</strong></h2>

<p>Mazurek took possession of the meteorite, employing it as a doorstop for his shed. This curious artefact even found its way to school for show and tell by Mazurek's children.</p>

<p>Years later, as meteorite enthusiasts started reaping rewards from similar finds, Mazurek decided to have his treasure appraised.</p>

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<h2><strong>From doorstop to valued specimen</strong></h2>

<p>The evaluation revealed the meteorite's true worth, both in scientific and monetary terms. Meteorites, due to their rarity and significance in the realm of science, often command substantial prices.</p>

<p>Recognising the meteorite's potential, Mazurek sold it to Michigan State University's Abrams Planetarium for $75,000.</p>

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For over 80 years, a remarkable meteorite lay hidden in plain sight, overshadowed by its unassuming role as a doorstop on a local farm in Michigan. Weighing in at 10 kilogrammes (22 pounds), this celestial treasure remained unnoticed until a curious turn of events brought it to the attention of the scientific world.

For over 80 years, a remarkable meteorite lay hidden in plain sight, overshadowed by its unassuming role as a doorstop on a local farm in Michigan. Weighing in at 10 kilogrammes (22 pounds), this celestial treasure remained unnoticed until a curious turn of events brought it to the attention of the scientific world. In 2018, Mona Sirbescu, a geologist at Central Michigan University (CMU), encountered the meteorite and instantly recognised its significance. "It's the most valuable specimen I have ever held in my life, monetarily and scientifically," she told Science Alert. This extraordinary meteorite, later nicknamed the Edmore meteorite, turned out to be a captivating iron-nickel space rock containing a substantial 12 per cent nickel. David Mazurek, a resident of Grand Rapids, Michigan, had the meteorite for three decades before seeking Sirbescu's expertise. When Mazurek purchased a farm in Edmore in 1988, the previous owner casually mentioned that the rock propping open a shed door was no ordinary stone – it was a meteorite. The previous owner recounted a story from the 1930s when he and his father witnessed the meteorite hurtling down and impacting their property with a resounding crash. The crater left behind led to the remarkable discovery, which they promptly claimed as part of their land. A doorstop's transformation Mazurek took possession of the meteorite, employing it as a doorstop for his shed. This curious artefact even found its way to school for show and tell by Mazurek's children. Years later, as meteorite enthusiasts started reaping rewards from similar finds, Mazurek decided to have his treasure appraised. Also read | Chandrayaan-3 just a week away from lunar soft landing From doorstop to valued specimen The evaluation revealed the meteorite's true worth, both in scientific and monetary terms. Meteorites, due to their rarity and significance in the realm of science, often command substantial prices. Recognising the meteorite's potential, Mazurek sold it to Michigan State University's Abrams Planetarium for $75,000. Also watch | Why is the Yamuna water level rising dangerously without rain in Delhi? In a gesture of appreciation for Sirbescu's role in identifying the meteorite, 10 per cent of the proceeds were pledged to CMU's earth and atmospheric sciences department. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>The U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is poised to introduce fresh regulations aimed at companies involved in collecting and selling personal data. This move comes as part of the Biden administration's efforts to tighten the reins on the practices of data brokers.</p>

<p>In March, the CFPB launched a public investigation into the operations of companies such as credit bureaus and background screening agencies. Furthermore, their findings suggested the need for tighter privacy safeguards, as the data brokers reported consumers in distress to companies that subsequently targeted them with predatory debt products.</p>

<p>Additionally, prior to the announcement on Tuesday, CFPB officials stated that the proposal would broaden the number of companies currently subject to the Fair Credit Reporting Act — a 1970 law governing the privacy of consumer data provided to lenders — to include the use of data derived from payment histories, personal income, and criminal records.</p>

<p>Last year, President Joe Biden sought the US Federal Trade Commission's&nbsp;help in protecting the data of women seeking reproductive healthcare, who may face law enforcement action in some states. The FTC has also filed a lawsuit against a firm based in Idaho for selling mobile phone geolocation data, alleging that it might be tracked to abortion clinics, churches, and addiction treatment programs.</p>

<p>According to Rohit Chopra, head of the US Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, data brokers' behavior can be "particularly worrisome" because the sensitive data driving the usage of artificial intelligence can be obtained from military personnel, persons suffering from dementia, and others.</p>

<p>"The CFPB will be taking steps to ensure that modern-day data brokers in the surveillance industry know that they cannot engage in illegal collection and sharing of our data," Reuters quoted him as&nbsp;saying.</p>

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The U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is poised to introduce fresh regulations aimed at companies involved in collecting and selling personal data. This move comes as part of the Biden administration's efforts to tighten the reins on the practices of data brokers. In March, the CFPB launched a public investigation into the operations of companies such as credit bureaus and background screening agencies. Furthermore, their findings suggested the need for tighter privacy safeguards, as the data brokers reported consumers in distress to companies that subsequently targeted them with predatory debt products. Additionally, prior to the announcement on Tuesday, CFPB officials stated that the proposal would broaden the number of companies currently subject to the Fair Credit Reporting Act — a 1970 law governing the privacy of consumer data provided to lenders — to include the use of data derived from payment histories, personal income, and criminal records. Last year, President Joe Biden sought the US Federal Trade Commission's help in protecting the data of women seeking reproductive healthcare, who may face law enforcement action in some states. The FTC has also filed a lawsuit against a firm based in Idaho for selling mobile phone geolocation data, alleging that it might be tracked to abortion clinics, churches, and addiction treatment programs. According to Rohit Chopra, head of the US Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, data brokers' behavior can be "particularly worrisome" because the sensitive data driving the usage of artificial intelligence can be obtained from military personnel, persons suffering from dementia, and others. "The CFPB will be taking steps to ensure that modern-day data brokers in the surveillance industry know that they cannot engage in illegal collection and sharing of our data," Reuters quoted him as saying. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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Fitch ratings, a prominent credit ratings agency, has issued a stark warning that it might downgrade several major banks, including the likes of JP Morgan chase. Chris Wolfe, an analyst at fitch ratings, reveals that the industry's health assessment took a hit earlier this year, albeit with minimal fanfare. However, the possibility of another downgrade, this time from AA- to A+, could have more profound consequences.

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Hunter Biden in July pleaded not guilty to charges of failing to pay taxes on more than USD 1.5 million in income in 2017 and 2018 despite owing more than USD 100,000. He did not enter a plea in a separate case where he was charged with unlawfully owning a firearm while using illegal drugs, which is a felony.

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Two years after the Taliban took control of Afghanistan, the US has begun to soften regulations, potentially enabling commercial aircraft to fly over the country on routes that minimise travel time and fuel consumption for East-West traffic.

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Former US president Donald Trump has been indicted again. This is the fourth indictment Trump is facing less than an hour after a grand jury in Atlanta returned indictments. Democrat leader Hillary Clinton has called the development a terrible moment for our country.

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