Google, the tech giant is in trouble again. The tech behemoth has been accused of using biometric data from people without their consent.&nbsp;

The US State of Texas on Thursday (October 21), filed a lawsuit in this regard.

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The lawsuit alleged that Google had violated state law for its profit, by collecting biometric data of people in Texas such as voice notes and face details. However, the company has denied these allegations and promised to set the record straight in court.&nbsp;

In a release, the general attorney Jen Paxton said, "Google's indiscriminate collection of the personal information of Texans, including very sensitive information like biometric identifiers, will not be tolerated," AFP reported.&nbsp;

Paxton, a conservative Republican, has filed numerous lawsuits targeting tech companies, like Meta.

In a conversation with AFP, Google's spokesperson said that the attorney is again discharging the tech giant with another 'breathless lawsuit.'

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He further clarified that Google Photos uses a technology with similar faces to club them together and makes it easier for the users to find the pictures. The spokesperson also said that this feature is only available to users and is turned off otherwise.&nbsp;

Similarly, the features of voice notes, Face Match, and other similar default features help the users of Google Assistant recognise them and access the information easily.&nbsp;

The main reason behind the case is because of the absence of clear federal regulation governing the collection of data, so several US states created their own legislation.&nbsp;

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Google, the tech giant is in trouble again. The tech behemoth has been accused of using biometric data from people without their consent. The US State of Texas on Thursday (October 21), filed a lawsuit in this regard.

Google, the tech giant is in trouble again. The tech behemoth has been accused of using biometric data from people without their consent. The US State of Texas on Thursday (October 21), filed a lawsuit in this regard. Also read | Indian regulator fines Google around $162 million for anti-competitive practices The lawsuit alleged that Google had violated state law for its profit, by collecting biometric data of people in Texas such as voice notes and face details. However, the company has denied these allegations and promised to set the record straight in court. In a release, the general attorney Jen Paxton said, "Google's indiscriminate collection of the personal information of Texans, including very sensitive information like biometric identifiers, will not be tolerated," AFP reported. Paxton, a conservative Republican, has filed numerous lawsuits targeting tech companies, like Meta. In a conversation with AFP, Google's spokesperson said that the attorney is again discharging the tech giant with another 'breathless lawsuit.' Also read | Microsoft lays off nearly 1,000 workers across multiple divisions: Report He further clarified that Google Photos uses a technology with similar faces to club them together and makes it easier for the users to find the pictures. The spokesperson also said that this feature is only available to users and is turned off otherwise. Similarly, the features of voice notes, Face Match, and other similar default features help the users of Google Assistant recognise them and access the information easily. The main reason behind the case is because of the absence of clear federal regulation governing the collection of data, so several US states created their own legislation. (With inputs from agencies)  WATCH WION LIVE HERE

US State of Texas sues Google for allegedly using biometric information without 'consent'

Wildfires have been a major cause of concern in the United States throughout the year. In the latest raging flames in Oregon and Washington, wildfires have created a smoke blanket over America's Pacific Northwest.

WION Climate Tracker | US: Smoke blanket covers Pacific Northwest

White House has accused Iran of supporting Russia's war in Ukraine. The US' State Department spokesperson Ned Price, has claimed that Tehran is training Russian soldiers about using of Iran-made drones.

US: White House claims Iranian drones are failing

The Pentagon will offer travel assistance and support to troops and their families who need abortions but are based in areas where the procedure is now prohibited. The military will also strengthen privacy safeguards for anyone seeking medical attention, according to a new department policy issued on Thursday.&nbsp;

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's memo specifies the rights and protections service personnel and their dependents will receive regardless of where they are based, which was a major concern for troops when the Supreme Court reversed Roe v. Wade in June.

The accessibility to abortion has emerged as a key issue in the midterm elections. If Democrats have enough seats in Congress to enact it, President Joe Biden indicated this week that the first bill he sends to Capitol Hill the next year will be one that codifies abortion safeguards into law.

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Women's constitutional rights to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/joe-biden-expected-to-pledge-codifying-abortion-rights-ahead-of-mid-term-elections-526545">abortion</a> were eliminated by the high court's decision in the Dobbs v. Jackson case, which also gave states the authority to decide whether abortions are permitted in their jurisdictions. Since then, more than a dozen states have outlawed or severely restricted abortion.

The new policy establishes rules so that local commanders cannot control whether service members have access to care or foster an environment where service members or their dependents are afraid to report problems for fear of punishment. It builds on the Pentagon's initial response in June, when it said it would continue to permit medical leave for service members who needed to travel out of state for abortions but noted it needed to carefully consider the court decision and ensuing state laws to determine whether any additional guidance would be required.

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The new regulations also extend the time a service member must notify commanders of a pregnancy to 20 weeks and give additional protections to defence healthcare providers who perform abortions. Each military base is also required to publicly list the reproductive health care services available to service members and their dependents.

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The Pentagon will offer travel assistance and support to troops and their families who need abortions but are based in areas where the procedure is now prohibited.

The Pentagon will offer travel assistance and support to troops and their families who need abortions but are based in areas where the procedure is now prohibited. The military will also strengthen privacy safeguards for anyone seeking medical attention, according to a new department policy issued on Thursday. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's memo specifies the rights and protections service personnel and their dependents will receive regardless of where they are based, which was a major concern for troops when the Supreme Court reversed Roe v. Wade in June. The accessibility to abortion has emerged as a key issue in the midterm elections. If Democrats have enough seats in Congress to enact it, President Joe Biden indicated this week that the first bill he sends to Capitol Hill the next year will be one that codifies abortion safeguards into law. Also read | US indicts 5 Russians for smuggling American electronic components to arm makers in Russia Women's constitutional rights to abortion were eliminated by the high court's decision in the Dobbs v. Jackson case, which also gave states the authority to decide whether abortions are permitted in their jurisdictions. Since then, more than a dozen states have outlawed or severely restricted abortion. The new policy establishes rules so that local commanders cannot control whether service members have access to care or foster an environment where service members or their dependents are afraid to report problems for fear of punishment. It builds on the Pentagon's initial response in June, when it said it would continue to permit medical leave for service members who needed to travel out of state for abortions but noted it needed to carefully consider the court decision and ensuing state laws to determine whether any additional guidance would be required. Also read | Musk says he hasn't received any funding from Pentagon for Starlink services in Ukraine The new regulations also extend the time a service member must notify commanders of a pregnancy to 20 weeks and give additional protections to defence healthcare providers who perform abortions. Each military base is also required to publicly list the reproductive health care services available to service members and their dependents. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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In a criminal case in California, a former UCLA gynaecologist Dr James Heaps was found guilty on Thursday (October 21),&nbsp;for five charges of sexually assaulting his female patients.&nbsp;

Following Heap's arrest in 2019 and the scandal that ensued, UCLA decided to&nbsp;pay out over $700 million to his hundreds of patients&nbsp;for the settlements.&nbsp;

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However, the doctor was not found guilty of seven of the 21 counts, the LA jury remained deadlock for eight others. Further more, Heaps pleaded not guilty to 21 counts in the 2009-2018 sexual abuse of seven women.&nbsp;

During Heap's 35 year tenure, his patients said he touched them inappropriately made sexual provocative remarks and even performed unceccesary exams.&nbsp;

On of the woman who filed the cases said that the university disregard their complaints and tried to cover up the situation all these years.&nbsp;

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Accoridng to attorneys. the university confirmed receiving a sexual abuse report in the year 2017. The university then initiated an inquiry following, which found that the doctor was sexually harassing. But he kept working till 2018 till his retirement, AP reported.&nbsp;

He was charged with several charges of sxual battery through deception, sexual exploitation last year. Despite being charged in relation to sexual battery, exploitation and penetration, he was still not found guilty but the jury remained deadlock for the counts.&nbsp;

November 17 is the date set for his sentence.&nbsp;

The $700 million paid in the lawsuit is a record sum for any public institution to pay.

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In a criminal case in California, a former UCLA gynaecologist Dr James Heaps was found guilty on Thursday (October 21), for five charges of sexually assaulting his female patients.

In a criminal case in California, a former UCLA gynaecologist Dr James Heaps was found guilty on Thursday (October 21), for five charges of sexually assaulting his female patients. Following Heap's arrest in 2019 and the scandal that ensued, UCLA decided to pay out over $700 million to his hundreds of patients for the settlements. Also read | Veteran TV presenter resigns from TVNZ following sexual harassment allegations However, the doctor was not found guilty of seven of the 21 counts, the LA jury remained deadlock for eight others. Further more, Heaps pleaded not guilty to 21 counts in the 2009-2018 sexual abuse of seven women. During Heap's 35 year tenure, his patients said he touched them inappropriately made sexual provocative remarks and even performed unceccesary exams. On of the woman who filed the cases said that the university disregard their complaints and tried to cover up the situation all these years. Also read | Kevin Spacey to face trial in New York for sexual assault claims Accoridng to attorneys. the university confirmed receiving a sexual abuse report in the year 2017. The university then initiated an inquiry following, which found that the doctor was sexually harassing. But he kept working till 2018 till his retirement, AP reported. He was charged with several charges of sxual battery through deception, sexual exploitation last year. Despite being charged in relation to sexual battery, exploitation and penetration, he was still not found guilty but the jury remained deadlock for the counts. November 17 is the date set for his sentence. The $700 million paid in the lawsuit is a record sum for any public institution to pay. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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A recent study published in the journal Cell, suggests that some people really are “mosquito magnets” and it is probably linked to the way they smell. According to the researchers, every person has certain body odours and this unique scent profile comprises different chemical compounds which make a person more or less attractive to a mosquito.&nbsp;

The research published on Tuesday indicates that mosquitoes were most drawn to people whose skin produces high levels of carboxylic acids. “If you have high levels of this stuff on your skin, you’re going to be the one at the picnic getting all the bites,” said author Leslie Vosshall of Rockefeller University in New York. The neurobiologist and mosquito expert also pointed out that there was a lot of folklore on the subject of some people being mosquito magnets but not enough evidence.&nbsp;

Furthermore, even after scientists had previously theorised the body odour phenomenon they have not been able to confirm which specific odours the mosquitoes prefer, said Vosshall. Therefore, the authors of the study set out to test this phenomenon and designed an experiment, said a senior scientist at the biotech company Kingdom Supercultures and lead author of the study, Maria Elena De Obaldia.&nbsp;

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The lead author said that 64 volunteers chosen for the study were asked to wear nylon stockings around their forearms for at least six hours after which they captured each person’s unique smell. Subsequently, they cut out pieces of nylon and placed two samples from different participants at the end of a long tube in a closed container full of female Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, which spread diseases like yellow fever, Zika and dengue.&nbsp;

The research went on for months and they even collected new samples from the volunteers when needed, said Vosshall. The study concluded that some people were more attractive to the mosquitoes than others and dubbed Subject 33 (a participant in the study) as the biggest mosquito magnet whose scent was notably 100 times more attractive to the mosquitoes than the least attractive subject.&nbsp;

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Subsequently, the researchers analysed the participants’ scent profiles to examine the reason for this vast difference and found a common factor that the mosquito magnets produced higher levels of carboxylic acids when compared to their least attractive counterparts. According to Vosshall, these “greasy molecules” help keep our skin moisturised and protected, however, different people produce them in different amounts.&nbsp;

As the study went on for months, the two authors ran the test multiple times and found that the subject’s level of attractiveness to the mosquito remained nearly the same and any personal factors like change in diet or personal hygiene did not affect their rankings, “This property of being a mosquito magnet sticks with you for your whole life—which is either good news or bad news, depending on who you are,” said Vosshall.&nbsp;

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A recent study published in the journal Cell, suggests that some people really are “mosquito magnets” and it is probably linked to the way they smell. According to the researchers, every person has certain body odours and this unique scent profile comprises different chemical compounds which make a person more or less attractive to a mosquito.

A recent study published in the journal Cell, suggests that some people really are “mosquito magnets” and it is probably linked to the way they smell. According to the researchers, every person has certain body odours and this unique scent profile comprises different chemical compounds which make a person more or less attractive to a mosquito. The research published on Tuesday indicates that mosquitoes were most drawn to people whose skin produces high levels of carboxylic acids. “If you have high levels of this stuff on your skin, you’re going to be the one at the picnic getting all the bites,” said author Leslie Vosshall of Rockefeller University in New York. The neurobiologist and mosquito expert also pointed out that there was a lot of folklore on the subject of some people being mosquito magnets but not enough evidence. Furthermore, even after scientists had previously theorised the body odour phenomenon they have not been able to confirm which specific odours the mosquitoes prefer, said Vosshall. Therefore, the authors of the study set out to test this phenomenon and designed an experiment, said a senior scientist at the biotech company Kingdom Supercultures and lead author of the study, Maria Elena De Obaldia. ALSO READ: Pakistan approves purchase of six million mosquito nets from India to curb malaria cases The lead author said that 64 volunteers chosen for the study were asked to wear nylon stockings around their forearms for at least six hours after which they captured each person’s unique smell. Subsequently, they cut out pieces of nylon and placed two samples from different participants at the end of a long tube in a closed container full of female Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, which spread diseases like yellow fever, Zika and dengue. The research went on for months and they even collected new samples from the volunteers when needed, said Vosshall. The study concluded that some people were more attractive to the mosquitoes than others and dubbed Subject 33 (a participant in the study) as the biggest mosquito magnet whose scent was notably 100 times more attractive to the mosquitoes than the least attractive subject. ALSO READ: Scientists reveal why mosquitoes prefer human blood over other animals Subsequently, the researchers analysed the participants’ scent profiles to examine the reason for this vast difference and found a common factor that the mosquito magnets produced higher levels of carboxylic acids when compared to their least attractive counterparts. According to Vosshall, these “greasy molecules” help keep our skin moisturised and protected, however, different people produce them in different amounts. As the study went on for months, the two authors ran the test multiple times and found that the subject’s level of attractiveness to the mosquito remained nearly the same and any personal factors like change in diet or personal hygiene did not affect their rankings, “This property of being a mosquito magnet sticks with you for your whole life—which is either good news or bad news, depending on who you are,” said Vosshall. (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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An F-35A Joint Strike Fighter jet crashed at the Florida Air Force Base during a routine training flight on Tuesday (October 18), the US Air Force said.

As per officials, the pilot successfully ejected and was later admitted to the hospital where he is now in stable condition.&nbsp;

The F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 58th Fighter Squadron of the 33rd Wing crashed, the air force statement said. There was no major loss of life or any civilian properties, Military.com reported.

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The crash occurred nearly 12 miles from Eglin during the test training range.

A thorough investigation is underway. 
 
This the second American F-35 crash within two years.&nbsp;

On a routine training flight last Friday morning near Eglin, an F-22 Raptor had crashed.&nbsp;

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In September 2018, a Marine Corps F-35B belonging to Marine Fighter Attack Training Squadron 501 crashed in South Carolina.

A similar incident happened in Japan as well in the year 2019 when a Japanese F-35A variant crashed into the Pacific Ocean 30 minutes after taking off.

The F-35 series is an expensive programme that cost over $1 trillion. As per official sources, the Pentagon has requested to cut expenses where it can be hoped to slash the F35's price to $80 million per jet.

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An F-35A Joint Strike Fighter jet crashed at the Florida Air Force Base during a routine training flight on Tuesday (October 18), the US Air Force said. As per officials, the pilot successfully ejected and was later admitted to the hospital where he is now in stable condition.

An F-35A Joint Strike Fighter jet crashed at the Florida Air Force Base during a routine training flight on Tuesday (October 18), the US Air Force said. As per officials, the pilot successfully ejected and was later admitted to the hospital where he is now in stable condition. The F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 58th Fighter Squadron of the 33rd Wing crashed, the air force statement said. There was no major loss of life or any civilian properties, Military.com reported. Also read | Target Ukraine: US F-35 vs Russian Air Force SU-57 jets, who wins? The crash occurred nearly 12 miles from Eglin during the test training range. A thorough investigation is underway. This the second American F-35 crash within two years. On a routine training flight last Friday morning near Eglin, an F-22 Raptor had crashed. Also read | US Air Force General John Hyten calls China 'pacing threat' In September 2018, a Marine Corps F-35B belonging to Marine Fighter Attack Training Squadron 501 crashed in South Carolina. A similar incident happened in Japan as well in the year 2019 when a Japanese F-35A variant crashed into the Pacific Ocean 30 minutes after taking off. The F-35 series is an expensive programme that cost over $1 trillion. As per official sources, the Pentagon has requested to cut expenses where it can be hoped to slash the F35's price to $80 million per jet. (With inputs from agencies)  WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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Authorities in the US indicted five Russians on Wednesday (October 19) for smuggling American electronic components to arm makers in Russia. Some of these components have been found on the battlefield in Ukraine.

Separately, three Latvians and a Ukrainian were charged for attempting to send a US-made high-precision industrial grinder to Russia. US Justice Department said that the grinder can be used by arms makers or in a nuclear weapons programme.

The department said the two smuggling networks involved front companies in multiple countries including Dubai and Germany. The networks were designed to evade US and global sanctions on Russia.

The first scheme involved buying sensitive technologies from US manufacturers like advanced semiconductors and microprocessors that are used in fighter aircraft, missile systems, smart munition, radar and satellites.

The Justice Department said Dubai-based Russian Yury Orekhov, Artem Uss, the son of a regional Russian governor, and the three others used a Hamburg, Germany-based firm for the operation, shipping some of the technology to Russian defence companies that are under US sanctions.

It said, for example, that Orekhov had travelled to the United States in 2019 to source parts that were used in the Russian-made Sukhoi fighter aircraft.

"Some of the types of electronic components obtained through the criminal scheme have been found in Russian weapons platforms seized on the battlefield in Ukraine," the Justice Department said.

In the second instance, the four arranged the purchase of a jig grinder made in the US state of Connecticut ostensibly for the European market, but sought to ship it to Russia. The grinder was intercepted by Latvian authorities.

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Authorities in the US indicted five Russians on Wednesday (October 19) for smuggling American electronic components to arm makers in Russia. Some of these components have been found on the battlefield in Ukraine. Separately, three Latvians and a Ukrainian were charged for attempting to send a US-made high-precision industrial grinder to Russia. US Justice Department said that the grinder can be used by arms makers or in a nuclear weapons programme. The department said the two smuggling networks involved front companies in multiple countries including Dubai and Germany. The networks were designed to evade US and global sanctions on Russia. The first scheme involved buying sensitive technologies from US manufacturers like advanced semiconductors and microprocessors that are used in fighter aircraft, missile systems, smart munition, radar and satellites. The Justice Department said Dubai-based Russian Yury Orekhov, Artem Uss, the son of a regional Russian governor, and the three others used a Hamburg, Germany-based firm for the operation, shipping some of the technology to Russian defence companies that are under US sanctions. It said, for example, that Orekhov had travelled to the United States in 2019 to source parts that were used in the Russian-made Sukhoi fighter aircraft. "Some of the types of electronic components obtained through the criminal scheme have been found in Russian weapons platforms seized on the battlefield in Ukraine," the Justice Department said. In the second instance, the four arranged the purchase of a jig grinder made in the US state of Connecticut ostensibly for the European market, but sought to ship it to Russia. The grinder was intercepted by Latvian authorities. (With inputs from agencies) 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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Germany has urged a "strong answer" from the European Union against US' huge spending on climate protection initiatives, warning that they could draw investors away from Europe.

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US President Joe Biden vowed to make a law enshrining nationwide abortion rights his top priority if Democrats win their uphill battle for Congress in looming midterm elections.

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President Joe Biden announces $2.8 billion in grants to boost US production of electric vehicle batteries and the minerals used to build them.

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American authorities have&nbsp;approved a supplementary dosage of the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine.

The enhanced omicron-targeting Pfizer or Moderna boosters are for people over the age of 18, who normally wouldn't receive a COVID-19 booster shot due to medical or accessibility issues, according to the Food and Drug Administration.

The extra Novavax injection is&nbsp;to be administered as a first booster at least six months after the completion of the original vaccinations, according to the FDA, and not for individuals who have already received one or more booster doses.

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Novavax’s initial two-dose shots have been available since the summer. In contrast to the other COVID-19 vaccinations offered in the United States, such as Pfizer, Moderna, or Johnson &amp; Johnson, Novavax is a protein-based vaccine.

American authorities approved a supplementary dosage of the Novavax <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-watchdog-approves-covid-jabs-for-kids-over-six-months-526911">COVID-19 vaccine</a>.

The enhanced omicron-targeting Pfizer or Moderna boosters are for people over the age of 18, who normally wouldn't receive a COVID-19 booster shot due to medical or accessibility issues, according to the Food and Drug Administration.

The extra Novavax injection was to be administered as a first booster at least six months after the completion of the original vaccinations, according to the FDA, and not for individuals who have already received one or more booster doses.

Novavax’s initial two-dose shots have been available since the summer. In contrast to the other COVID-19 vaccinations offered in the United States, such as Pfizer, Moderna, or Johnson &amp; Johnson, Novavax is a protein-based vaccine.

After the FDA, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention approved the choice.

Prior to an anticipated winter surge, US&nbsp;health officials have been urging people to take advantage of the upgraded Pfizer and Moderna boosters to strengthen protection against the most prevalent omicron strains. 
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American authorities have approved a supplementary dosage of the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine. The enhanced omicron-targeting Pfizer or Moderna boosters are for people over the age of 18, who normally wouldn't receive a COVID-19 booster shot due to medical or accessibility issues, according to the Food and Drug Administration.

American authorities have approved a supplementary dosage of the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine. The enhanced omicron-targeting Pfizer or Moderna boosters are for people over the age of 18, who normally wouldn't receive a COVID-19 booster shot due to medical or accessibility issues, according to the Food and Drug Administration. The extra Novavax injection is to be administered as a first booster at least six months after the completion of the original vaccinations, according to the FDA, and not for individuals who have already received one or more booster doses. Also read | US: COVID-19 linked to increase in pregnancy-related deaths, study reveals Novavax’s initial two-dose shots have been available since the summer. In contrast to the other COVID-19 vaccinations offered in the United States, such as Pfizer, Moderna, or Johnson & Johnson, Novavax is a protein-based vaccine. American authorities approved a supplementary dosage of the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine. The enhanced omicron-targeting Pfizer or Moderna boosters are for people over the age of 18, who normally wouldn't receive a COVID-19 booster shot due to medical or accessibility issues, according to the Food and Drug Administration. The extra Novavax injection was to be administered as a first booster at least six months after the completion of the original vaccinations, according to the FDA, and not for individuals who have already received one or more booster doses. Novavax’s initial two-dose shots have been available since the summer. In contrast to the other COVID-19 vaccinations offered in the United States, such as Pfizer, Moderna, or Johnson & Johnson, Novavax is a protein-based vaccine. After the FDA, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention approved the choice. Prior to an anticipated winter surge, US health officials have been urging people to take advantage of the upgraded Pfizer and Moderna boosters to strengthen protection against the most prevalent omicron strains. The new Novavax booster is created using the original formulation of that business; it is still testing an omicron-targeted recipe. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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As the U.S. is heading towards its mid-term elections, there is a lot of speculation around what sort of impact it will have on Joe Biden’s administration. What are the midterm elections? Why are they held? What implication does it have on the presiding government in U.S. Let’s get to it…

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COVID-19 was responsible for a sharp rise in the number of women who died in the United States last year due to pregnancy-related or childbirth-related issues,&nbsp;according to a government<a href="https://www.gao.gov/products/gao-23-105871"> report </a>released Wednesday.

For expectant moms and their newborn children, the research outlines depressing national patterns.

According to the study, there have been an increase in pregnancy-related mortality of almost 80% since 2018, with COVID-19 being a contributing factor in 25% of the 1,178 deaths reported in 2018. In addition, following years of stability, the proportion of preterm and low birthweight infants increased in 2017. Additionally, more pregnant and postpartum women are describing depressive symptoms.

“We were already in the middle of a crisis with maternal mortality in our country,” said Karen Tabb Dina, a maternal health researcher at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. “This really shows that COVID-19 has exacerbated that crisis to rates that we, as a country, are not able to handle.”

After Congress requested that it assess maternal health outcomes in the 2020 coronavirus relief bill, the nonpartisan <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-deposed-in-e-jean-carroll-defamation-case-526929">US&nbsp;Government</a> Accountability Office, which produced the report, examined pregnancy-related mortality.

In spite of the fact that the United States has a higher maternal mortality rate than many other affluent countries and that it had been rising in the years prior to the pandemic, COVID-19 has merely made things more difficult for expectant mothers in this country.

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High health hazards are associated with the virus infected pregnant women. In addition to COVID-19 restrictions and staffing shortages, pandemic stress has made depression, a common symptom during pregnancy, worse. Expectant moms now face even more obstacles in their quest for in-person medical care.

According to that report, hospitals in rural, low-income, and predominately Black regions have been cutting back on their obstetric services.

There were more than half of rural counties without a hospital that provided maternity care as of 2018,&nbsp;According to the analysis.&nbsp;

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COVID-19 was responsible for a sharp rise in the number of women who died in the United States last year due to pregnancy-related or childbirth-related issues, according to a government report released Wednesday.

COVID-19 was responsible for a sharp rise in the number of women who died in the United States last year due to pregnancy-related or childbirth-related issues, according to a government report released Wednesday. For expectant moms and their newborn children, the research outlines depressing national patterns. According to the study, there have been an increase in pregnancy-related mortality of almost 80% since 2018, with COVID-19 being a contributing factor in 25% of the 1,178 deaths reported in 2018. In addition, following years of stability, the proportion of preterm and low birthweight infants increased in 2017. Additionally, more pregnant and postpartum women are describing depressive symptoms. “We were already in the middle of a crisis with maternal mortality in our country,” said Karen Tabb Dina, a maternal health researcher at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. “This really shows that COVID-19 has exacerbated that crisis to rates that we, as a country, are not able to handle.” After Congress requested that it assess maternal health outcomes in the 2020 coronavirus relief bill, the nonpartisan US Government Accountability Office, which produced the report, examined pregnancy-related mortality. In spite of the fact that the United States has a higher maternal mortality rate than many other affluent countries and that it had been rising in the years prior to the pandemic, COVID-19 has merely made things more difficult for expectant mothers in this country. Also read | EU watchdog approves Covid jabs for kids over six months High health hazards are associated with the virus infected pregnant women. In addition to COVID-19 restrictions and staffing shortages, pandemic stress has made depression, a common symptom during pregnancy, worse. Expectant moms now face even more obstacles in their quest for in-person medical care. According to that report, hospitals in rural, low-income, and predominately Black regions have been cutting back on their obstetric services. There were more than half of rural counties without a hospital that provided maternity care as of 2018, According to the analysis. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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The United States midterm elections will be held on the 8th of November. All 435 House of Representatives seats are up for elections as well as 35 of the hundred senators. Campaigns by both Democrats and Republicans have been getting heated up.

US Midterm Elections: Inflation, crime, immigration top voters' concern

President Joe Biden has announced the release of 15 million barrels of oil from the US strategic reserves in response to recent production cuts announced by OPEC+ countries. He added that additional oil sales may be possible this winter as his administration rushes to be seen&nbsp;as making every effort in preparation for next month's midterm elections.

In reaction to price increases brought on by Russia's invasion of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/elon-musk-withdraws-proposal-to-pentagon-seking-funds-for-starlink-526391">Ukraine</a>, the latest batch of oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve will be "completing the 180 million barrel release authorised in the spring," a senior US official said on Tuesday.

The order, which Biden&nbsp;announced in a speech, means the president will be "making clear that the administration is prepared to undertake significant additional... sales this winter if they are needed due to Russian or other actions disrupting global markets."

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Biden's gambit to calm energy markets and insulate the biggest <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/liz-truss-apologises-for-economic-mistakes-526442">economy</a> in the world from the shocks of the Ukraine war was the decision to use the largest ever portion of the emergency oil reserves, which are typically kept for responding to situations like hurricane-related shutdowns at oil refineries.

Shortly after its invasion of Ukraine in February, major energy exporter Russia was subject to US and European sanctions, which caused havoc on the markets. Additionally, the Kremlin has threatened to use its economic influence over energy supplies against the West, which is aiding Ukraine in its struggle to reject the invasion.

Gas prices that once averaged more than $5 per gallon caused outrage across the country and are a major domestic worry for Biden. Inflation continues to be the key element fueling Republican aspirations of ousting the Democrats in November's midterm legislative elections, despite prices having since calmed.

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President Joe Biden has announced the release of 15 million barrels of oil from the US strategic reserves in response to recent production cuts announced by OPEC+ countries.

President Joe Biden has announced the release of 15 million barrels of oil from the US strategic reserves in response to recent production cuts announced by OPEC+ countries. He added that additional oil sales may be possible this winter as his administration rushes to be seen as making every effort in preparation for next month's midterm elections. In reaction to price increases brought on by Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the latest batch of oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve will be "completing the 180 million barrel release authorised in the spring," a senior US official said on Tuesday. The order, which Biden announced in a speech, means the president will be "making clear that the administration is prepared to undertake significant additional... sales this winter if they are needed due to Russian or other actions disrupting global markets." Also read | US: Two killed after plane crashes in car dealership parking lot in Ohio Biden's gambit to calm energy markets and insulate the biggest economy in the world from the shocks of the Ukraine war was the decision to use the largest ever portion of the emergency oil reserves, which are typically kept for responding to situations like hurricane-related shutdowns at oil refineries. Shortly after its invasion of Ukraine in February, major energy exporter Russia was subject to US and European sanctions, which caused havoc on the markets. Additionally, the Kremlin has threatened to use its economic influence over energy supplies against the West, which is aiding Ukraine in its struggle to reject the invasion. Gas prices that once averaged more than $5 per gallon caused outrage across the country and are a major domestic worry for Biden. Inflation continues to be the key element fueling Republican aspirations of ousting the Democrats in November's midterm legislative elections, despite prices having since calmed. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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The upcoming midterm elections in the United States are being viewed with great significance and also early polls are predicting a huge turnout. Most of them feel that the well-being of the country is in fact at stake.

US Midterm Elections: Declining approval ratings for Biden a major talking point

On Tuesday morning (local time) a small twin-engine plane crashed into a car dealership killing both the pilot and passenger on board, in the US state of Ohio’s southern city of Marietta, said the officials. Reportedly, they were the only ones occupying the plane and no one outside of the plane was injured.&nbsp;

The plane was a 1974 Beechcraft King Air E90 which crashed in a parking lot outside the Pioneer Buick GMC dealership, indicated the state highway patrol, Lieutenant Nathan Dennis. The accident also sparked a fire and damaged some vehicles at the dealership which took at least two hours to extinguish, said Marietta police.&nbsp;

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The crash happened around 7:00 am (local time) approximately 20 minutes after the plane took off from John Glenn Columbus International Airport and was headed from Columbus to Parkersburg, West Virginia, said the media reports. Additionally, the names of the occupants have been released.&nbsp;

The incident will reportedly be investigated by Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), with the latter leading the ongoing probe and will update the former on the same. &nbsp;

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On Tuesday morning (local time) a small twin-engine plane crashed into a car dealership killing both the pilot and passenger on board, in the US state of Ohio’s southern city of Marietta, said the officials.

On Tuesday morning (local time) a small twin-engine plane crashed into a car dealership killing both the pilot and passenger on board, in the US state of Ohio’s southern city of Marietta, said the officials. Reportedly, they were the only ones occupying the plane and no one outside of the plane was injured. The plane was a 1974 Beechcraft King Air E90 which crashed in a parking lot outside the Pioneer Buick GMC dealership, indicated the state highway patrol, Lieutenant Nathan Dennis. The accident also sparked a fire and damaged some vehicles at the dealership which took at least two hours to extinguish, said Marietta police. ALSO READ: Joe Biden expected to pledge codifying abortion rights ahead of mid-term elections The crash happened around 7:00 am (local time) approximately 20 minutes after the plane took off from John Glenn Columbus International Airport and was headed from Columbus to Parkersburg, West Virginia, said the media reports. Additionally, the names of the occupants have been released. The incident will reportedly be investigated by Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), with the latter leading the ongoing probe and will update the former on the same. (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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An American citizen was arrested in Saudi Arabia, subjected to torture, and given a 16-year prison term because of tweets he wrote while in the United States.&nbsp;

Saad Ibrahim Almadi, a 72-year-old retired project manager who now resides in Florida, was apprehended last November while visiting family in the kingdom and was convicted earlier this month, according to his son, confirming information that was previously reported by the Washington Post. Almadi holds dual citizenship with <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/saudi-adventures-await-world-cup-fans-from-around-the-world-526348">Saudi Arabia</a> and the United States.

State Department deputy spokesman Vedant Patel, speaking to reporters in Washington, confirmed Almadi’s detention on Tuesday.

“We have consistently and intensively raised our concerns regarding the case at senior levels of the Saudi government, both through channels in Riyadh and Washington DC as well and we will continue to do so,” he said. “We have raised this with members of the Saudi government as recently as yesterday.”

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It appeared to be the most recent instance of Saudis being given lengthy prison terms for social media posts that were critical of the government.

Following the ascent of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who wants to open up and change the ultraconservative kingdom but has taken a harsh position against any criticism, Saudi authorities have tightened their crackdown on dissent.

In another instance,&nbsp;45-year-old woman was given a prison term by a Saudi court for allegedly defaming the nation on <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/twitter-locks-employee-stock-accounts-in-anticipation-of-deal-526599">social media</a>. In a case that sparked uproar around the world, a Saudi doctorate student at Leeds University in England was given a 34-year sentence for spreading "rumours" and retweeting opposition figures.

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An American citizen was arrested in Saudi Arabia, subjected to torture, and given a 16-year prison term because of tweets he wrote while in the United States. Saad Ibrahim Almadi, a 72-year-old retired project manager who now resides in Florida, was apprehended last November while visiting family in the kingdom and was convicted earlier this month, according to his son, confirming information that was previously reported by the Washington Post.

An American citizen was arrested in Saudi Arabia, subjected to torture, and given a 16-year prison term because of tweets he wrote while in the United States. Saad Ibrahim Almadi, a 72-year-old retired project manager who now resides in Florida, was apprehended last November while visiting family in the kingdom and was convicted earlier this month, according to his son, confirming information that was previously reported by the Washington Post. Almadi holds dual citizenship with Saudi Arabia and the United States. State Department deputy spokesman Vedant Patel, speaking to reporters in Washington, confirmed Almadi’s detention on Tuesday. “We have consistently and intensively raised our concerns regarding the case at senior levels of the Saudi government, both through channels in Riyadh and Washington DC as well and we will continue to do so,” he said. “We have raised this with members of the Saudi government as recently as yesterday.” Also read | North Korea fires artillery shells near sea border, says South Korean military It appeared to be the most recent instance of Saudis being given lengthy prison terms for social media posts that were critical of the government. Following the ascent of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who wants to open up and change the ultraconservative kingdom but has taken a harsh position against any criticism, Saudi authorities have tightened their crackdown on dissent. In another instance, 45-year-old woman was given a prison term by a Saudi court for allegedly defaming the nation on social media. In a case that sparked uproar around the world, a Saudi doctorate student at Leeds University in England was given a 34-year sentence for spreading "rumours" and retweeting opposition figures. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

US citizen sentenced to 16 years in prison by Saudi court over critical tweets

Another shocking pregnancy story grabs attention. A couple in the US witnessed the most shocking news of their lives. The couple found out that they were pregnant and then the baby was delivered after 48 hours. Can you believe that?

A pregnancy generally is for nine months, but in the case of Peyton Stover, a 23-year-old first-year teacher in Omaha it was something different and unusual to witness.&nbsp;

After ignoring her symptoms of fatigue which she thought was because of job stress, she finally visited the doctor. Stover in conversation with KETV said, "I just thought it was normal to be tired all the time."

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She went to the doctor after noticing various changes in her body. She had swelling in her legs, and that's when the doctor gave her the news that she was pregnant, and that a&nbsp;&nbsp;baby is on board.&nbsp;

The doctors took her tests again, did an ultrasound and confirmed the news. Further, Stover was told that her kidneys and liver has stopped functioning and need to be admitted for treatment.&nbsp;

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The medical reports revealed that the first-year teacher has preeclampsia, a pregnancy condition which causes severe complications and is characterised by high blood pressure and signs of other organs getting damaged.&nbsp;

Stover's boyfriend said that doctors came into action and then the baby was delivered that night. The doctors performed C-section to save the child and the baby. Stover claimed the situation to be "very scary" for the parents.&nbsp;

Stover gave birth to a baby boy, who weighed four pounds and was born 10 weeks early. the couple later said that they always wanted to be parents and cannot believe that all of this happened.&nbsp;

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Another shocking pregnancy story grabs attention. A couple in the US witnessed the most shocking news of their lives. The couple found out that they were pregnant and then the baby was delivered after 48 hours.

Another shocking pregnancy story grabs attention. A couple in the US witnessed the most shocking news of their lives. The couple found out that they were pregnant and then the baby was delivered after 48 hours. Can you believe that? A pregnancy generally is for nine months, but in the case of Peyton Stover, a 23-year-old first-year teacher in Omaha it was something different and unusual to witness. After ignoring her symptoms of fatigue which she thought was because of job stress, she finally visited the doctor. Stover in conversation with KETV said, "I just thought it was normal to be tired all the time." Also read | 'One in a million': 19-year-old woman gives birth to twins with different biological dads She went to the doctor after noticing various changes in her body. She had swelling in her legs, and that's when the doctor gave her the news that she was pregnant, and that a baby is on board. The doctors took her tests again, did an ultrasound and confirmed the news. Further, Stover was told that her kidneys and liver has stopped functioning and need to be admitted for treatment. Also read | Man found guilty of killing California student Kristin Smart in 1996 The medical reports revealed that the first-year teacher has preeclampsia, a pregnancy condition which causes severe complications and is characterised by high blood pressure and signs of other organs getting damaged. Stover's boyfriend said that doctors came into action and then the baby was delivered that night. The doctors performed C-section to save the child and the baby. Stover claimed the situation to be "very scary" for the parents. Stover gave birth to a baby boy, who weighed four pounds and was born 10 weeks early. the couple later said that they always wanted to be parents and cannot believe that all of this happened. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

'Very scary:' 23-year-old US woman gives birth two days after finding out about pregnancy

Taiwan hopes to sign an early harvest trade liberalization deal with the United States by the end of this year as both sides experience heightened tensions with China.

Taiwan signals US trade talks breakthrough, Harvest deal to be signed by end of 2022

"These two companies have admitted to engaging in criminal conduct that constitutes material support to terrorism in both legal and practical terms and there is no justification for multinational corporations to authorize payments to a designated terrorist groups," says Matthew Olsen, US Attorney General on Lafarge row.

'No justification for companies to authorise payments to terror groups,' says US Attorney General

Ark Encounter: A showcase for US creationists in rural Kentucky

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken believes Beijing is speeding up plans to seize Taiwan. This comes after President Xi Jinping said China reserves the right to use force against the island.

Gravitas: Xi Jinping wants a PLA that can "win wars"

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