<p>Hawaii health officials have instructed residents living at an Oahu military base to avoid drinking their tap water after high concentrations of diesel fuel were discovered in at least one well, contaminating a system used by tens of thousands of people and several day care centers and schools.</p>

<p>State health officials announced Friday that testing of a well overseen by the Navy had detected gasoline- and diesel-range hydrocarbons at levels up to 350 times what the state considers safe for drinking water.</p>

<p>The well, known as the Red Hill shaft, is one of three wells that are run by the Navy. Last month, the Navy began receiving complaints from residents of Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam who said their water tasted and smelled like gas.</p>

<p>Since then, the Navy has shut down two of its wells, relocated more than 3,000 families to hotels across the island and distributed bottled water to families and officials.</p>

<p>“The Navy is responsible for this crisis,” Adm. Samuel Paparo, commander of the U.S. Pacific Fleet, said Friday at a public hearing with Navy officials and state legislators. “We are taking ownership of the solutions, and we are going to fix it. We are in the process of fixing this.”</p>

<p>The wells are part of three groundwater sources that provide drinking water to the Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam water system, which serves residents of military housing, the Aliamanu Military Reservation, and several elementary schools and day care centers.</p>

<p>On Thursday, the Navy said it had found “elevated” amounts of “total petroleum hydrocarbon” in samples taken near another groundwater source, the Aiea Halawa well, which was shut down December&nbsp;3. That discovery was announced about a week after the Navy said samples taken from the Red Hill shaft showed the water had been contaminated.</p>

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<p>The state said about 93,000 people have been affected.</p>

<p>Residents have complained of sickened pets and reported symptoms including sore throats, stomach pain, headaches, diarrhea and vomiting. Health officials said people who were exposed to the contaminated water could also experience difficulty breathing, coughing and red or peeling skin.</p>

<p>“The level of this contaminant poses a public health threat, and is considered unsafe to drink,” Kathleen Ho, deputy director for environmental health at the Hawaii State Department of Health, said in a statement. “We will continue to take all possible action to protect public health and the environment.”</p>

<p>People were also instructed to avoid cooking with the water, bathing in it or washing dishes and clothes.</p>

<p>“This includes consumption by pets,” the department said.</p>

<p>Health officials said that for the moment, they do not expect long-term health effects to result from the exposure.</p>

<p>Navy Secretary Carlos Del Toro said he had suspended operations at the underground storage tanks at the Red Hill military fuel storage site in Oahu.</p>

<p>Navy officials said they believed that the water in the Red Hill well was contaminated after jet fuel spilled into an access tunnel at the site on November&nbsp;20. The spill was cleaned up in 24 to 30 hours, according to the Navy, but not before it leached into the water system.</p>

<p>“I deeply apologize to each and every one of you and to the people of Hawaii that this incident may have been destructive to your lives in any way,” Del Toro told residents of the base Sunday during a four-hour community meeting.</p>

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<p>Health officials in Hawaii have ordered the Navy to clean up its water system and suspend operations at Red Hill.</p>

<p>Gov. David Ige and members of Hawaii’s congressional delegation have described the contamination issue as a “crisis.”</p>

<p>Sen. Brian Schatz, D-Hawaii, said the Environmental Protection Agency should take full control of testing and analyzing the water in the system.</p>

<p>“We need a trusted independent agency with deep expertise and a mission of environmental protection to take over,” he said in a statement.</p>

<p>Del Toro said last weekend that he was determined to get to the “root cause of this problem” and fix it so that “you can feel confident that the water you are drinking is safe.”</p>

<p>Navy officials said at the hearing Friday that they planned to clean up the Red Hill well by flushing it with 25 million gallons of clean water.</p>

<p>The Navy said it would then flush out the water systems in every house and building that had experienced contamination.</p>

<p>The plan is to get people back in their homes by Christmas, said Rear Adm. Dean VanderLey, a goal he acknowledged was “very aggressive.”</p>

<p>“That remains my personal goal for the sake of our families,” he said.</p>


Hawaii health officials have instructed residents living at an Oahu military base to avoid drinking their tap water after high concentrations of diesel fuel were discovered in at least one well, contaminating a system used by tens of thousands of people and several day care centers and schools.

Hawaii health officials have instructed residents living at an Oahu military base to avoid drinking their tap water after high concentrations of diesel fuel were discovered in at least one well, contaminating a system used by tens of thousands of people and several day care centers and schools. State health officials announced Friday that testing of a well overseen by the Navy had detected gasoline- and diesel-range hydrocarbons at levels up to 350 times what the state considers safe for drinking water. The well, known as the Red Hill shaft, is one of three wells that are run by the Navy. Last month, the Navy began receiving complaints from residents of Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam who said their water tasted and smelled like gas. Since then, the Navy has shut down two of its wells, relocated more than 3,000 families to hotels across the island and distributed bottled water to families and officials. “The Navy is responsible for this crisis,” Adm. Samuel Paparo, commander of the U.S. Pacific Fleet, said Friday at a public hearing with Navy officials and state legislators. “We are taking ownership of the solutions, and we are going to fix it. We are in the process of fixing this.” The wells are part of three groundwater sources that provide drinking water to the Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam water system, which serves residents of military housing, the Aliamanu Military Reservation, and several elementary schools and day care centers. On Thursday, the Navy said it had found “elevated” amounts of “total petroleum hydrocarbon” in samples taken near another groundwater source, the Aiea Halawa well, which was shut down December 3. That discovery was announced about a week after the Navy said samples taken from the Red Hill shaft showed the water had been contaminated. Also read | Collapse at Amazon warehouse sparks debate on phone ban; employees say they will quit The state said about 93,000 people have been affected. Residents have complained of sickened pets and reported symptoms including sore throats, stomach pain, headaches, diarrhea and vomiting. Health officials said people who were exposed to the contaminated water could also experience difficulty breathing, coughing and red or peeling skin. “The level of this contaminant poses a public health threat, and is considered unsafe to drink,” Kathleen Ho, deputy director for environmental health at the Hawaii State Department of Health, said in a statement. “We will continue to take all possible action to protect public health and the environment.” People were also instructed to avoid cooking with the water, bathing in it or washing dishes and clothes. “This includes consumption by pets,” the department said. Health officials said that for the moment, they do not expect long-term health effects to result from the exposure. Navy Secretary Carlos Del Toro said he had suspended operations at the underground storage tanks at the Red Hill military fuel storage site in Oahu. Navy officials said they believed that the water in the Red Hill well was contaminated after jet fuel spilled into an access tunnel at the site on November 20. The spill was cleaned up in 24 to 30 hours, according to the Navy, but not before it leached into the water system. “I deeply apologize to each and every one of you and to the people of Hawaii that this incident may have been destructive to your lives in any way,” Del Toro told residents of the base Sunday during a four-hour community meeting. Also read | Nearly 44,000 people protest in Austria after government mandates Covid vaccine Health officials in Hawaii have ordered the Navy to clean up its water system and suspend operations at Red Hill. Gov. David Ige and members of Hawaii’s congressional delegation have described the contamination issue as a “crisis.” Sen. Brian Schatz, D-Hawaii, said the Environmental Protection Agency should take full control of testing and analyzing the water in the system. “We need a trusted independent agency with deep expertise and a mission of environmental protection to take over,” he said in a statement. Del Toro said last weekend that he was determined to get to the “root cause of this problem” and fix it so that “you can feel confident that the water you are drinking is safe.” Navy officials said at the hearing Friday that they planned to clean up the Red Hill well by flushing it with 25 million gallons of clean water. The Navy said it would then flush out the water systems in every house and building that had experienced contamination. The plan is to get people back in their homes by Christmas, said Rear Adm. Dean VanderLey, a goal he acknowledged was “very aggressive.” “That remains my personal goal for the sake of our families,” he said.

In Hawaii, fears grow over unsafe levels of petroleum in drinking water

<p>A storm hit Amazon warehouse in Edwardsville, Illinois, on Friday with nearly 100 workers trapped inside. Describing it as a "mass casualty incident," the Collinsville Emergency Management Agency worked through the early hours of Saturday to rescue employees at the facility.&nbsp;</p>

<p>At least 100 emergency vehicles were at the scene.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a statement, Amazon spokesperson Richard Rocha said "the safety and well-being of our employees and partners is our top priority right now. We're assessing the situation and will share additional information when it's available."</p>

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<p>According to the reports by AFP, the employees were on the night shift processing orders ahead before the Christmas holidays.&nbsp;<br />
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker took to his official Twitter handle as he wrote, "My prayers are with the people of Edwardsville tonight, and I've reached out to the mayor to provide any needed state resources."</p>

<p>He further added that the Illinois State Police and Illinois Emergency Management Agency have been 'coordinating closely' with local officials.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Various images and videos that have emerged on social media show the roof being torn off.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Not just Illinois, but several other US states were also affected by the storm. In Arkansas, one person was killed and 20 others were trapped after a tornado struck the Monette Manor nursing home. In Tennessee, at least two people were killed.</p>

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A storm hit Amazon warehouse in Edwardsville, Illinois, on Friday with nearly 100 workers trapped inside. Describing it as a "mass casualty incident," the Collinsville Emergency Management Agency worked through the early hours of Saturday to rescue employees at the facility.

A storm hit Amazon warehouse in Edwardsville, Illinois, on Friday with nearly 100 workers trapped inside. Describing it as a "mass casualty incident," the Collinsville Emergency Management Agency worked through the early hours of Saturday to rescue employees at the facility. At least 100 emergency vehicles were at the scene. In a statement, Amazon spokesperson Richard Rocha said "the safety and well-being of our employees and partners is our top priority right now. We're assessing the situation and will share additional information when it's available." My prayers are with the people of Edwardsville tonight, and I've reached out to the mayor to provide any needed state resources. Our @ILStatePolice and @ReadyIllinois are both coordinating closely with local officials and I will continue to monitor the situation. — Governor JB Pritzker (@GovPritzker) December 11, 2021 × According to the reports by AFP, the employees were on the night shift processing orders ahead before the Christmas holidays. Illinois Governor JB Pritzker took to his official Twitter handle as he wrote, "My prayers are with the people of Edwardsville tonight, and I've reached out to the mayor to provide any needed state resources." He further added that the Illinois State Police and Illinois Emergency Management Agency have been 'coordinating closely' with local officials. 🙏🙏RT @PrestonTVNews: #BREAKING: Multiple first responders and crews now on scene in Edwardsville, Illinois, where workers are trapped, some feared dead, after possible tornado hit an @amazon warehouse, leading to a partial roof collapse. pic.twitter.com/rlwk5T2SFF — KAZ (@kimmiedq) December 11, 2021 × Various images and videos that have emerged on social media show the roof being torn off. Not just Illinois, but several other US states were also affected by the storm. In Arkansas, one person was killed and 20 others were trapped after a tornado struck the Monette Manor nursing home. In Tennessee, at least two people were killed. (With inputs from agencies)

Tornado in US updates: Storm hits Amazon warehouse in US; Nearly 100 people trapped inside

US Supreme Court in a landmark judgement upheld Texas six-week abortion law but provides relief to clinics by allowing them to sue Texas over the ban.

US Supreme Court upheld Texas six-week abortion law but allows clinics to sue Texas over ban

<p>On the occasion of Human Rights Day, the United States imposed sanctions on several people related to Myanmar, China, Bangladesh and North Korea on Friday. &nbsp;</p>

<p>To the investment blacklist, the country has made one addition, which is Chinese artificial intelligence company SenseTime Group. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>The US was also joined by Canada and the United Kingdom in imposing sanctions related to rights abuses in Myanmar. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>In an action to mark Human Rights Day, Washington targetted entities of military in Myanmar and others. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch: The US imposes human rights sanctions</strong></p>

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<p>Under President Joe Biden's administration, Washington also imposed the first fresh sanctions on North Korea.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a statement, Deputy Treasury Secretary Wally Adeyemo, said, "Our actions today, particularly those in partnership with the United Kingdom and Canada, send a message that democracies around the world will act against those who abuse the power of the state to inflict suffering and repression." &nbsp;</p>

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<p>The US move was also denounced by China's embassy in Washington as "serious interference in China's internal affairs" and a "severe violation of basic norms governing international relations." &nbsp;</p>

<p>Liu Pengyu, spokesman, embassy said it would do "grave harm to China-US relations" and urged Washington to revoke the decision. &nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


On the occasion of Human Rights Day, the United States imposed sanctions on several people related to Myanmar, China, Bangladesh and North Korea on Friday. To the investment blacklist, the country has made one addition, which is Chinese artificial intelligence company SenseTime Group.

On the occasion of Human Rights Day, the United States imposed sanctions on several people related to Myanmar, China, Bangladesh and North Korea on Friday. To the investment blacklist, the country has made one addition, which is Chinese artificial intelligence company SenseTime Group. Also Read: Tribunal says China's Jinping 'primarily' responsible for Uyghur 'genocide' The US was also joined by Canada and the United Kingdom in imposing sanctions related to rights abuses in Myanmar. In an action to mark Human Rights Day, Washington targetted entities of military in Myanmar and others. Watch: The US imposes human rights sanctions × Under President Joe Biden's administration, Washington also imposed the first fresh sanctions on North Korea. In a statement, Deputy Treasury Secretary Wally Adeyemo, said, "Our actions today, particularly those in partnership with the United Kingdom and Canada, send a message that democracies around the world will act against those who abuse the power of the state to inflict suffering and repression." Also Read: US Supreme Court allows abortion providers to challenge Texas law The US move was also denounced by China's embassy in Washington as "serious interference in China's internal affairs" and a "severe violation of basic norms governing international relations." Liu Pengyu, spokesman, embassy said it would do "grave harm to China-US relations" and urged Washington to revoke the decision. (With inputs from agencies)

On Human Rights Day, US imposes sanctions on Myanmar, China, North Korea

<p>Former US president Donal Trump went on a tirade against his ‘close ally and friend’ Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel’s former prime minister, accusing him of ‘disloyalty’ after he had congratulated&nbsp;Joe Biden for winning the 2020 presidential elections.</p>

<p>Talking to a US-based news website Axios, Trump blasted Netanyahu, saying, “It was early. Ok? Let’s put it this way —he greeted him very early. Earlier than most world leaders. I've not spoken to him since.”</p>

<p>Trump said he values ‘loyalty’, adding that he never expected Netanyahu to change sides so quickly.</p>

<p>“Nobody did more for Bibi. I liked Bibi. I still like Bibi,” Trump said, referring to Netanyahu by his nickname.</p>

<p>“There was no one who did for Israel more than I did. And the first person to run to greet Joe Biden was Netanyahu. And not only did he congratulate him —he did it in a video,” he said.</p>

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<p>“If you look at the leaders of other countries — like Brazil —he waited months. Putin. Many other leaders. Mexico. All of them also felt that the election was over. But they, too, were waiting. No one did more than me for Bibi. Money too. We gave them a lot of money and gave them soldiers. We did everything.”</p>

<p>Netanyahu had in fact congratulated Biden the day after the results were called in his favour on November 8, 2020.</p>

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<p>At that time, Netanyahu in the post said that he and Biden have had a “long &amp; warm” personal relationship for almost 40 years and sees him as “a great friend of Israel” and looks forward to working together.</p>

<p>But in a separate Twitter post, Netanyahu did, however, thank Trump “for the friendship you have shown the state of Israel and me personally, for recognizing Jerusalem and the Golan, for standing up to Iran, for the historic peace accords and for bringing the American-Israeli alliance to unprecedented heights.”</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Former US president Donal Trump went on a tirade against his ‘close ally and friend’ Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel’s former prime minister, accusing him of ‘disloyalty’ after he had congratulated Joe Biden for winning the 2020 presidential elections.

Former US president Donal Trump went on a tirade against his ‘close ally and friend’ Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel’s former prime minister, accusing him of ‘disloyalty’ after he had congratulated Joe Biden for winning the 2020 presidential elections. Talking to a US-based news website Axios, Trump blasted Netanyahu, saying, “It was early. Ok? Let’s put it this way —he greeted him very early. Earlier than most world leaders. I've not spoken to him since.” Trump said he values ‘loyalty’, adding that he never expected Netanyahu to change sides so quickly. “Nobody did more for Bibi. I liked Bibi. I still like Bibi,” Trump said, referring to Netanyahu by his nickname. “There was no one who did for Israel more than I did. And the first person to run to greet Joe Biden was Netanyahu. And not only did he congratulate him —he did it in a video,” he said. Also read | Donald Trump, banned on Twitter and FB, to launch his own social network “If you look at the leaders of other countries — like Brazil —he waited months. Putin. Many other leaders. Mexico. All of them also felt that the election was over. But they, too, were waiting. No one did more than me for Bibi. Money too. We gave them a lot of money and gave them soldiers. We did everything.” Netanyahu had in fact congratulated Biden the day after the results were called in his favour on November 8, 2020. Also read | Donald Trump would have won if US election were held today: Poll At that time, Netanyahu in the post said that he and Biden have had a “long & warm” personal relationship for almost 40 years and sees him as “a great friend of Israel” and looks forward to working together. But in a separate Twitter post, Netanyahu did, however, thank Trump “for the friendship you have shown the state of Israel and me personally, for recognizing Jerusalem and the Golan, for standing up to Iran, for the historic peace accords and for bringing the American-Israeli alliance to unprecedented heights.” (With inputs from agencies)

Trumps blasts ‘disloyal and ungrateful’ Netanyahu for congratulating Biden after presidential polls

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<p>In today’s world, the rage has been rising unabatedly. This holds true for a man in Florida, who got enraged during an argument to such a level that he used a flamethrower to put his point across. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Usually, people like to resolve issues through discussion but it does not seem to be the case with 57-year-old Andre Abrams. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>Abrams has been accused of firing off a flamethrower to win the argument recently. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>On November 30, the Gainesville resident allegedly aimed flamethrower at three teenagers after he got enraged over a dispute about the parking habits of his neighbours, a local report said. &nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the legal documents, Abrams now faces three counts of felony for the aggravated assault with a deadly weapon without the intention to kill. &nbsp;</p>

<p>A mother of one of the teenagers, who was involved in the incident, spoke out about the alleged assault. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>Gainey said, “When he shot it, it lighted the whole road up. It’s like its daylight outside. He’ll do it in the middle of the night.” &nbsp;</p>

<p>During the incident, no injuries were reported. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier in December, bond for Abrams was set at $15,000. &nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


In today’s world, the rage has been rising unabatedly. This holds true for a man in Florida, who got enraged during an argument to such a level that he used a flamethrower to put his point across.

In today’s world, the rage has been rising unabatedly. This holds true for a man in Florida, who got enraged during an argument to such a level that he used a flamethrower to put his point across. Usually, people like to resolve issues through discussion but it does not seem to be the case with 57-year-old Andre Abrams. Also Read: On Human Rights Day, US imposes sanctions on Myanmar, China, North Korea Abrams has been accused of firing off a flamethrower to win the argument recently. On November 30, the Gainesville resident allegedly aimed flamethrower at three teenagers after he got enraged over a dispute about the parking habits of his neighbours, a local report said. According to the legal documents, Abrams now faces three counts of felony for the aggravated assault with a deadly weapon without the intention to kill. A mother of one of the teenagers, who was involved in the incident, spoke out about the alleged assault. Also Read: Biden talks to Germany's Scholz as Kyiv leader looks for talks with Moscow Gainey said, “When he shot it, it lighted the whole road up. It’s like its daylight outside. He’ll do it in the middle of the night.” During the incident, no injuries were reported. Earlier in December, bond for Abrams was set at $15,000. (With inputs from agencies)

US man looks to settle argument with a flamethrower, gets booked

China has branded the US as a weapon of mass destruction. It comes after the US organised the summit of democracy.

China brands United States as weapon of mass destruction

<p>While the world was still struggling to fight the deadly Delta variant of Covid, a new variant, Omicron, emerged. It is now spreading rapidly all across the world, especially in the UK and the US.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The top health officials in the UK have been warned against the new variant by health experts. Sajid Javid, UK’s health secretary, has reportedly received a presentation from the UK Health and Security Agency (UKHSA) warning him about a possible incoming wave of Covid infections.</p>

<p>On Friday, the UK saw the highest number of Covid infections since January, a senior minister revealed. It reported 58,194 cases in total.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Describing the situation, Communities Secretary Michael Gove said that the country faces a "deeply concerning situation" as the Omicron variant spreads rapidly. "We know that we have the highest number of Covid infections across the UK recorded today since January 9."</p>

<p>He further added that 30 per cent of reported cases in London are now the Omicron variant.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The UK government has been warned by experts that even if the Omicron variant is less serious than the Delta variant, the number of hospitalisations could reach 5,000 patients per day.</p>

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<p>UKHSA experts have warned the government that the daily infections could rise to 248,000 cases per day by December 19.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Not just the UK, but the US is also struggling in its fights with Covid.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Most of the 43 Covid cases caused by the Omicron variant in the region have been detected in people who were fully vaccinated. Also, a third of them had received a booster dose.</p>

<p>As per reports by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 34 people had been fully vaccinated. Also, 14 of them had received a booster.</p>

<p>In the US, Omicron variant has been detected in 25 states so far. The CDC has said that most of the first reported Omicron cases appear to be mild. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier, top US epidemiologist Anthony Fauci said that there were early indications that the Omicron variant was not more severe than strains encountered before. However, he cautioned that it would take weeks to fully understand the full severity of the Omicron variant.</p>

<p>While the newly emerged Omicron variant is taking over the US, the Delta variant still accounts for more than 99 per cent of all US cases.</p>

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While the world was still struggling to fight the deadly Delta variant of Covid, a new variant, Omicron, emerged. It is now spreading rapidly all across the world, especially in the UK and the US.

While the world was still struggling to fight the deadly Delta variant of Covid, a new variant, Omicron, emerged. It is now spreading rapidly all across the world, especially in the UK and the US. The top health officials in the UK have been warned against the new variant by health experts. Sajid Javid, UK’s health secretary, has reportedly received a presentation from the UK Health and Security Agency (UKHSA) warning him about a possible incoming wave of Covid infections. On Friday, the UK saw the highest number of Covid infections since January, a senior minister revealed. It reported 58,194 cases in total. Describing the situation, Communities Secretary Michael Gove said that the country faces a "deeply concerning situation" as the Omicron variant spreads rapidly. "We know that we have the highest number of Covid infections across the UK recorded today since January 9." He further added that 30 per cent of reported cases in London are now the Omicron variant. The UK government has been warned by experts that even if the Omicron variant is less serious than the Delta variant, the number of hospitalisations could reach 5,000 patients per day. Also read | Omicron variant 'almost certainly' not more severe than Delta: Top epidemiologist Anthony Fauci UKHSA experts have warned the government that the daily infections could rise to 248,000 cases per day by December 19. Not just the UK, but the US is also struggling in its fights with Covid. Most of the 43 Covid cases caused by the Omicron variant in the region have been detected in people who were fully vaccinated. Also, a third of them had received a booster dose. As per reports by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 34 people had been fully vaccinated. Also, 14 of them had received a booster. In the US, Omicron variant has been detected in 25 states so far. The CDC has said that most of the first reported Omicron cases appear to be mild. Earlier, top US epidemiologist Anthony Fauci said that there were early indications that the Omicron variant was not more severe than strains encountered before. However, he cautioned that it would take weeks to fully understand the full severity of the Omicron variant. While the newly emerged Omicron variant is taking over the US, the Delta variant still accounts for more than 99 per cent of all US cases. (With inputs from agencies)

'Deeply concerning situation': Covid cases surge in the US and UK amid concerns of a new wave

<p>For the first time in decades, consumer prices in the US surged by 6.8 per cent in November, reveals the latest data by the Consumer Price Index data This comes as the highest annual inflation rate since June 1982.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per the latest data, the surge comes as a result of an increase in component indexes. Some of the large contributors are: gasoline, shelter, food, used cars and trucks.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Inflation has been a matter of concern since the pandemic has hit the globe.</p>

<p>The energy index saw a surge of 3.5 per cent in November as the gasoline index increased by 6.1 per cent. The food index saw an increase of 0.7 per cent as the index for food at home rose 0.8 per cent.</p>

<p>Acknowledging the current scenario, US President Joe Biden said, "Today's numbers reflect the pressures that economies around the world are facing as we emerge from a global pandemic, prices are rising."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Deeming inflation as "a real bump in the road," he said that "price and cost increase are slowing, although not as quickly as we'd like."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The food index increased 0.7 per cent in November after rising 0.9 per cent in both September and October. The food at home index increased 0.8 per cent in November.&nbsp;The indexes for other food at home and fruits and vegetables both increased by 1 per cent in November.</p>

<p>The index for meats, poultry, fish, and eggs rose 0.9 per cent. Within this group, the index for pork surged drastically by &nbsp;2.2 per cent. However, the index for eggs declined in November by 2.7 per cent.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In terms of energy, it rose by 3.5 per cent in November after there was a 4.8 per cent hike in October. The gasoline index rose 6.1 per cent in November. The electricity index increased 0.3 per cent. The index for natural gas also saw a minor surge of 0.6 per cent.</p>

<p>Mickey Levy, chief economist covering the Americas and Asia at Berenberg Capital Markets, highlighted the supply bottlenecks, the Federal Reserve's low-interest-rate policies and pandemic recovery legislation.</p>

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<p>"The Biden administration fears the negative political fallout of the impact of higher inflation on households and is trying to defer the blame on special factors," Levy said</p>

<p>Earlier, in October, Inflation across a variety of products in the US hit its highest point in more than 30 years. The consumer price index rose 6.2 per cent from a year ago. This is the most since December 1990.</p>

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For the first time in decades, consumer prices in the US surged by 6.8 per cent in November, reveals the latest data by the Consumer Price Index data This comes as the highest annual inflation rate since June 1982.

For the first time in decades, consumer prices in the US surged by 6.8 per cent in November, reveals the latest data by the Consumer Price Index data This comes as the highest annual inflation rate since June 1982. As per the latest data, the surge comes as a result of an increase in component indexes. Some of the large contributors are: gasoline, shelter, food, used cars and trucks. Inflation has been a matter of concern since the pandemic has hit the globe. The energy index saw a surge of 3.5 per cent in November as the gasoline index increased by 6.1 per cent. The food index saw an increase of 0.7 per cent as the index for food at home rose 0.8 per cent. Acknowledging the current scenario, US President Joe Biden said, "Today's numbers reflect the pressures that economies around the world are facing as we emerge from a global pandemic, prices are rising." Deeming inflation as "a real bump in the road," he said that "price and cost increase are slowing, although not as quickly as we'd like." Also read | On Human Rights Day, US imposes sanctions on Myanmar, China, North Korea The food index increased 0.7 per cent in November after rising 0.9 per cent in both September and October. The food at home index increased 0.8 per cent in November. The indexes for other food at home and fruits and vegetables both increased by 1 per cent in November. The index for meats, poultry, fish, and eggs rose 0.9 per cent. Within this group, the index for pork surged drastically by 2.2 per cent. However, the index for eggs declined in November by 2.7 per cent. In terms of energy, it rose by 3.5 per cent in November after there was a 4.8 per cent hike in October. The gasoline index rose 6.1 per cent in November. The electricity index increased 0.3 per cent. The index for natural gas also saw a minor surge of 0.6 per cent. Mickey Levy, chief economist covering the Americas and Asia at Berenberg Capital Markets, highlighted the supply bottlenecks, the Federal Reserve's low-interest-rate policies and pandemic recovery legislation. Also read | Ukraine-Russia tensions: Biden talks to Germany's Scholz as Kyiv leader looks for talks with Moscow "The Biden administration fears the negative political fallout of the impact of higher inflation on households and is trying to defer the blame on special factors," Levy said Earlier, in October, Inflation across a variety of products in the US hit its highest point in more than 30 years. The consumer price index rose 6.2 per cent from a year ago. This is the most since December 1990. (With inputs from agencies)

For the first time in 39 years, Inflation surged by 6.8% in the US

<p>The world is full of misinformation. This holds true for a Gen Z-fuelled conspiracy theory that “Birds Aren’t Real.” &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the US, a movement has started on the concept that the birds do not exist. And instead of them, US government has launched drone replicas to spy on Americans, a report by The New York Times said. &nbsp;</p>

<p>On social media, the accounts of ‘Birds Aren’t Real’ have garnered numerous followers. Several YouTube videos of it have also gone viral. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>In several cities, massive billboards have come up declaring the same. Not just this, some followers even protested outside Twitter’s headquarters in San Francisco to demand the change of company’s bird logo. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Numerous young people have joined the movement by wearing ‘Birds Aren’t Real’ T-shirts in many rallies. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>But the truth is harsh. The creators of the movement know that the birds are real and the theory is made up. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The creators say it is actually a parody social movement with a purpose. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>In a world filled by conspiracy theories, young people have gathered to poke fun at misinformation. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>“It’s a way to combat troubles in the world that you don’t really have other ways of combating. My favourite way to describe the organisation is fighting lunacy with lunacy,” said 22-year-old Claire Chronis, a Birds Aren’t Real organiser in Pittsburgh. &nbsp;</p>

<p>In 2017, ‘Birds Aren’t Real’ was created by 23-year-old Peter McIndoe, a college dropout in Memphis. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>“Dealing in the world of misinformation for the past few years, we’ve been really conscious of the line we walk. The idea is meant to be so preposterous, but we make sure nothing we’re saying is too realistic. That’s a consideration with coming out of character,” McIndoe told The New York Times. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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The world is full of misinformation. This holds true for a Gen Z-fuelled conspiracy theory that “Birds Aren’t Real.” In the US, a movement has started on the concept that the birds do not exist.

The world is full of misinformation. This holds true for a Gen Z-fuelled conspiracy theory that “Birds Aren’t Real.” In the US, a movement has started on the concept that the birds do not exist. And instead of them, US government has launched drone replicas to spy on Americans, a report by The New York Times said. On social media, the accounts of ‘Birds Aren’t Real’ have garnered numerous followers. Several YouTube videos of it have also gone viral. Also Read: Camel’s day out? Animal moves around town in US state after escaping Christmas Nativity scene In several cities, massive billboards have come up declaring the same. Not just this, some followers even protested outside Twitter’s headquarters in San Francisco to demand the change of company’s bird logo. Numerous young people have joined the movement by wearing ‘Birds Aren’t Real’ T-shirts in many rallies. FINALLY A TRENDING TAG I BELIEVE IN! BIRDS AREN'T REAL! THEY'RE ALL REPLACED WITH CAMERAS BY THE GOVERMENT! THE PROOF IS RIGHT HERE! pic.twitter.com/qVPKo7orYA — Moonstar (@Moonstar_TM) December 9, 2021 × But the truth is harsh. The creators of the movement know that the birds are real and the theory is made up. The creators say it is actually a parody social movement with a purpose. Birds aren't real (sound up) pic.twitter.com/go4XkzJ4Wk — ♫ Adriano&Paulina ♫ (@keet0007) December 10, 2021 × In a world filled by conspiracy theories, young people have gathered to poke fun at misinformation. Also Read: Off California coast in US, paddleboarders witness massive sunfish “It’s a way to combat troubles in the world that you don’t really have other ways of combating. My favourite way to describe the organisation is fighting lunacy with lunacy,” said 22-year-old Claire Chronis, a Birds Aren’t Real organiser in Pittsburgh. In 2017, ‘Birds Aren’t Real’ was created by 23-year-old Peter McIndoe, a college dropout in Memphis. this is proof that Birds aren’t real. pic.twitter.com/cs3YVNF93I — The Catluminati (@TheCatluminati) December 9, 2021 × “Dealing in the world of misinformation for the past few years, we’ve been really conscious of the line we walk. The idea is meant to be so preposterous, but we make sure nothing we’re saying is too realistic. That’s a consideration with coming out of character,” McIndoe told The New York Times. (With inputs from agencies)

'Fighting lunacy with lunacy': Sneak a peek into a Gen Z-fuelled conspiracy theory ‘Birds Aren’t Real’ in US

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<p>In a latest incident, a beachgoer garnered appreciation from police after he found and handed over cocaine worth $1 million. He found cocaine floating at sea off the Florida Keys.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chief Patrol Agent Thomas G Martin took to his official Twitter handle and shared images of packaged cocaine. "Over the weekend, a Good Samaritan discovered over 1 million dollars in cocaine floating at sea near the Florida Keys. The package contained nearly 69 lbs," he wrote.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Several officials, along with the US Coast Guard’s Southeast Division helped the border agents to recover the shipment.&nbsp;<br />
With this, the chief also shared an image of packages cocaine.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Various people took to the comment section and hared hilarious comments with the netizens. "Me calling the authorities: yeah I’m out in the ocean and I think I found 70, no 69, yeah 69lbs of cocaine," wrote a Twitter user. Another person wrote, "Crazy part is whoever bought 25 bricks got 5 1/2 extra bricks for free and it got intercepted smh."</p>

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<p>This is not the first time that such an incident has taken place. Earlier in June, a shipment of cocaine worth $44 million was found in an onion ring cargo in Coquelles, France, said officials at the UK border.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the country's National Crime Agency, the 922-pound shipment was spotted by Border Force officers after halting a lorry, which was headed to the UK. &nbsp;</p>

<p>NCA's branch commander Mark Howes said, "This was a really significant amount of drugs taken out of circulation. The seizure will deprive the organised crime group responsible for them of profit, which would have fuelled more offending.”&nbsp;</p>

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In a latest incident, a beachgoer garnered appreciation from police after he found and handed over cocaine worth $1 million. He found cocaine floating at sea off the Florida Keys.

In a latest incident, a beachgoer garnered appreciation from police after he found and handed over cocaine worth $1 million. He found cocaine floating at sea off the Florida Keys. Chief Patrol Agent Thomas G Martin took to his official Twitter handle and shared images of packaged cocaine. "Over the weekend, a Good Samaritan discovered over 1 million dollars in cocaine floating at sea near the Florida Keys. The package contained nearly 69 lbs," he wrote. Over the weekend, a Good Samaritan discovered over 1 million dollars in cocaine floating at sea near the Florida Keys. The package contained nearly 69 lbs. of cocaine. #BorderPatrol agents with support from @USCGSoutheast recovered the drugs. #breakingnews #breaking #monday pic.twitter.com/cC7EKa9lDx — Chief Patrol Agent Thomas G. Martin (@USBPChiefMIP) December 6, 2021 × Several officials, along with the US Coast Guard’s Southeast Division helped the border agents to recover the shipment. With this, the chief also shared an image of packages cocaine. Various people took to the comment section and hared hilarious comments with the netizens. "Me calling the authorities: yeah I’m out in the ocean and I think I found 70, no 69, yeah 69lbs of cocaine," wrote a Twitter user. Another person wrote, "Crazy part is whoever bought 25 bricks got 5 1/2 extra bricks for free and it got intercepted smh." Also read | Off California coast in US, paddleboarders witness massive sunfish This is not the first time that such an incident has taken place. Earlier in June, a shipment of cocaine worth $44 million was found in an onion ring cargo in Coquelles, France, said officials at the UK border. According to the country's National Crime Agency, the 922-pound shipment was spotted by Border Force officers after halting a lorry, which was headed to the UK. NCA's branch commander Mark Howes said, "This was a really significant amount of drugs taken out of circulation. The seizure will deprive the organised crime group responsible for them of profit, which would have fuelled more offending.” (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>In recent years, wildfires have become a cause of concern for several people around the world. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>In suspicion of starting the wildfire that scorched over 200,000 acres in US state of California, a father and son duo have been held by authorities on Wednesday. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The accused, 66-year-old David Scott Smith and 32-year-old Travis Shane Smith, have been&nbsp;arrested for reckless arson in connection with the Caldor Fire. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The wildfire had threatened numerous residents of El Dorado and Amador counties and also the tourist hotspot, Lake Tahoe. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In a statement on Facebook, the El Dorado County District Attorney, said that the arrest was made after a warrant was issued before criminal charges were filed. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The statement, said, “The two men are accused of violating section 452 of the California Penal Code, commonly referred to as 'reckless arson,' which caused inhabited properties to burn and resulted in great bodily injury to multiple victims." &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The attorney of Smiths, Mark Reichel, claims the duo were close to the place where the fire began. Travis had also called 911 numerous times as the calls were getting dropped. They had also warned other campers in the area. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per the Associated Press, they will have a scheduled court appearance on Friday. &nbsp;</p>

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In recent years, wildfires have become a cause of concern for several people around the world. In suspicion of starting the wildfire that scorched over 200,000 acres in US state of California, a father and son duo have been held by authorities on Wednesday.

In recent years, wildfires have become a cause of concern for several people around the world. In suspicion of starting the wildfire that scorched over 200,000 acres in US state of California, a father and son duo have been held by authorities on Wednesday. The accused, 66-year-old David Scott Smith and 32-year-old Travis Shane Smith, have been arrested for reckless arson in connection with the Caldor Fire. Also Read: Camel’s day out? Animal moves around town in US state after escaping Christmas Nativity scene The wildfire had threatened numerous residents of El Dorado and Amador counties and also the tourist hotspot, Lake Tahoe. × In a statement on Facebook, the El Dorado County District Attorney, said that the arrest was made after a warrant was issued before criminal charges were filed. The statement, said, “The two men are accused of violating section 452 of the California Penal Code, commonly referred to as 'reckless arson,' which caused inhabited properties to burn and resulted in great bodily injury to multiple victims." Also Read: Off California coast in US, paddleboarders witness massive sunfish The attorney of Smiths, Mark Reichel, claims the duo were close to the place where the fire began. Travis had also called 911 numerous times as the calls were getting dropped. They had also warned other campers in the area. As per the Associated Press, they will have a scheduled court appearance on Friday. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>In what can be called a sort of rerun of a Hollywood movie, a camel moved around Bonner Springs, Kansas after escaping a Christmas Nativity scene. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The animal had spent the next morning by walking around town after evading capture, as per local police. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>In front of the Agriculture Hall of Fame’s Nativity scene, the camel's halter broke off on Saturday night. The animal sneaked away before the officials could notice. &nbsp;</p>

<p>On Sunday morning, the officers of the Bonner Springs Police Department and animal control began the search after a camel was reportedly found loose on a golf course, said the cops.</p>

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<p>“Usually, the most unusual is cattle and horses — a camel is a little bit on the different side,” Sgt Heather Pate told the Kansas City Star. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Throughout the day, the camel evaded the authorities many times. “We learned that camels can run 40 mph,” Pate said. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>In a Facebook post, the police department shared pictures showing how the camel walked through intersections, highways and into neighbourhoods. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The animal was finally "taken into custody" at around 1:30 pm on Sunday with a lasso. The camel was finally returned to its owners. &nbsp;</p>

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In what can be called a sort of rerun of a Hollywood movie, a camel moved around Bonner Springs, Kansas after escaping a Christmas Nativity scene. The animal had spent the next morning by walking around town after evading capture, as per local police.

In what can be called a sort of rerun of a Hollywood movie, a camel moved around Bonner Springs, Kansas after escaping a Christmas Nativity scene. The animal had spent the next morning by walking around town after evading capture, as per local police. Also Read: Off California coast in US, paddleboarders witness massive sunfish In front of the Agriculture Hall of Fame’s Nativity scene, the camel's halter broke off on Saturday night. The animal sneaked away before the officials could notice. On Sunday morning, the officers of the Bonner Springs Police Department and animal control began the search after a camel was reportedly found loose on a golf course, said the cops. × “Usually, the most unusual is cattle and horses — a camel is a little bit on the different side,” Sgt Heather Pate told the Kansas City Star. Throughout the day, the camel evaded the authorities many times. “We learned that camels can run 40 mph,” Pate said. Also Read: Over 40 camels barred from Saudi ‘beauty’ pageant over use of Botox, touch-ups In a Facebook post, the police department shared pictures showing how the camel walked through intersections, highways and into neighbourhoods. The animal was finally "taken into custody" at around 1:30 pm on Sunday with a lasso. The camel was finally returned to its owners. (With inputs from agencies)

Camel’s day out? Animal moves around town in US state after escaping Christmas Nativity scene

<p>In a rare sighting, a sunfish was found basking in the sun by some paddleboarders off the coast of Laguna Beach, California recently. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Paddleboarders, Rich German and Matthew Wheaton, witnessed the astonishing moment. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israeli-company-reveals-worlds-biggest-lab-grown-steak-435406" hreflang="en">Israeli company reveals world's biggest lab-grown steak</a></strong></p>

<p>Sunfish or mola mola live 60 to 120 miles offshore. They generally hunt at great depths where there is very cold water. Sometimes, it also comes to the surface to float motionless and hike its body temperature with the help of sun. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>In a social media post, German, said, "According to the internet, the largest one on record is 8 feet 11 inches. We didn’t have a measuring tape, but Matt’s board is 14-foot-long and the fish sure looked a solid 9 feet-plus. Always fun to witness one of these interesting creatures." &nbsp;</p>

<p>What’s special about the ocean sunfish is that it is also the world’s largest bony fish. It can reach a maximum weight of 5,000 pounds, as per the National Park Service. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>Sunfish many a time also get mistaken for sharks while swimming upright due to the way their dorsal fin rises from the water. &nbsp;</p>

<p>These aquatic animals generally dwell in near-shore oceans all over the globe. &nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


In a rare sighting, a sunfish was found basking in the sun by some paddleboarders off the coast of Laguna Beach, California recently. Paddleboarders, Rich German and Matthew Wheaton, witnessed the astonishing moment.

In a rare sighting, a sunfish was found basking in the sun by some paddleboarders off the coast of Laguna Beach, California recently. Paddleboarders, Rich German and Matthew Wheaton, witnessed the astonishing moment. Also Read: Israeli company reveals world's biggest lab-grown steak Sunfish or mola mola live 60 to 120 miles offshore. They generally hunt at great depths where there is very cold water. Sometimes, it also comes to the surface to float motionless and hike its body temperature with the help of sun. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rich German (@richgermanlb) × In a social media post, German, said, "According to the internet, the largest one on record is 8 feet 11 inches. We didn’t have a measuring tape, but Matt’s board is 14-foot-long and the fish sure looked a solid 9 feet-plus. Always fun to witness one of these interesting creatures." What’s special about the ocean sunfish is that it is also the world’s largest bony fish. It can reach a maximum weight of 5,000 pounds, as per the National Park Service. Also Read: Over 40 camels barred from Saudi ‘beauty’ pageant over use of Botox, touch-ups Sunfish many a time also get mistaken for sharks while swimming upright due to the way their dorsal fin rises from the water. These aquatic animals generally dwell in near-shore oceans all over the globe. (With inputs from agencies)

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