<p>In today's world of instant gratification where you can connect to someone via a voice call, a message, or a video call instantly, police in this Indian state are holding on to a flock of carrier pigeons for their communication needs. Police in the Eastern Indian state of Odisha are preserving carrier pigeons for use in scenarios where a disaster might compromise communication links.</p>

<h2><strong>A colonial legacy</strong></h2>

<p>Today, the carrier pigeon service in Odisha has over 100 Belgian Homer pigeons, carefully maintained for their historical significance and to ensure their existence for future generations.</p>

<p>Satish Kumar Gajbhiye, an inspector-general of police in the district of Cuttack as per Reuters, said: "We have kept the pigeons for their heritage value and to preserve them for future generations."</p>

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<p>The tradition of using carrier pigeons dates back to the era of British colonial rule when police stations relied on these birds to exchange messages.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Have the carrier pigeons proven themselves useful in recent times?</strong></h2>

<p>These pigeons have proven to be a lifeline on at least two occasions over the past four decades. During a powerful cyclone in 1999 that caused communication lines to fail and devastating floods in 1982, the pigeons played a vital role in maintaining communication.</p>

<p>To transmit messages, lightweight onion paper is used, upon which the message is written. The paper is then inserted into a capsule and tied to the pigeon's leg. The pigeons possess impressive flying abilities, capable of covering distances of up to 500 miles (800 km) in a single journey at speeds of 55 kph (34 mph).</p>

<h2><strong>How are the pigeons trained?</strong></h2>

<p>The training process for the carrier pigeons as per Reuters begins when they are around five to six weeks old.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to Parshuram Nanda, a caretaker of the birds, they "start training the birds at five to six weeks old, when they are placed in a crate and put in their shelter."</p>

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<p>As they grow older, they are gradually released from increasing distances. Guided by their instincts, the pigeons find their way back to the shelter, accomplishing return flights of approximately 30 km (19 miles) within ten days, explained Nanda.</p>

<p>"Even in the unlikely event that every mode of communication breaks down tomorrow, the pigeons will never fail," says Historian Anil Dhir, who as per the report collaborates with the police.</p>

<p>As per him, studies indicate carrier pigeons possess the remarkable ability to detect magnetic fields and navigate accurately over vast distances.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Historical use of carrier pigeons</strong></h2>

<p>Carrier pigeons have a rich history of delivering important messages throughout the ages. They carried news of the conquest of Gaul to Rome and announced Napoleon's defeat at Waterloo in England. They were also extensively used as messengers during both World Wars.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, in modern times, with the advent of advanced communication technologies, the Indian carrier pigeons primarily serve ceremonial pu.rposes during national holidays like Independence Day and Republic Day, remarked Gajbhiye.</p>

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In today's world of instant gratification where you can connect to someone via a voice call, a message, or a video call instantly, police in this Indian state are holding on to a flock of carrier pigeons for their communication needs.

In today's world of instant gratification where you can connect to someone via a voice call, a message, or a video call instantly, police in this Indian state are holding on to a flock of carrier pigeons for their communication needs. Police in the Eastern Indian state of Odisha are preserving carrier pigeons for use in scenarios where a disaster might compromise communication links. A colonial legacy Today, the carrier pigeon service in Odisha has over 100 Belgian Homer pigeons, carefully maintained for their historical significance and to ensure their existence for future generations. Satish Kumar Gajbhiye, an inspector-general of police in the district of Cuttack as per Reuters, said: "We have kept the pigeons for their heritage value and to preserve them for future generations." Also read | After ₹85 million heist, ₹10 fruit drink lands 'Daku Haseena' in police net The tradition of using carrier pigeons dates back to the era of British colonial rule when police stations relied on these birds to exchange messages. Have the carrier pigeons proven themselves useful in recent times? These pigeons have proven to be a lifeline on at least two occasions over the past four decades. During a powerful cyclone in 1999 that caused communication lines to fail and devastating floods in 1982, the pigeons played a vital role in maintaining communication. To transmit messages, lightweight onion paper is used, upon which the message is written. The paper is then inserted into a capsule and tied to the pigeon's leg. The pigeons possess impressive flying abilities, capable of covering distances of up to 500 miles (800 km) in a single journey at speeds of 55 kph (34 mph). How are the pigeons trained? The training process for the carrier pigeons as per Reuters begins when they are around five to six weeks old. According to Parshuram Nanda, a caretaker of the birds, they "start training the birds at five to six weeks old, when they are placed in a crate and put in their shelter." Also read | Kedarnath temple officials term 'gold turning into brass' videos as 'conspiracy' As they grow older, they are gradually released from increasing distances. Guided by their instincts, the pigeons find their way back to the shelter, accomplishing return flights of approximately 30 km (19 miles) within ten days, explained Nanda. "Even in the unlikely event that every mode of communication breaks down tomorrow, the pigeons will never fail," says Historian Anil Dhir, who as per the report collaborates with the police. As per him, studies indicate carrier pigeons possess the remarkable ability to detect magnetic fields and navigate accurately over vast distances. Historical use of carrier pigeons Carrier pigeons have a rich history of delivering important messages throughout the ages. They carried news of the conquest of Gaul to Rome and announced Napoleon's defeat at Waterloo in England. They were also extensively used as messengers during both World Wars. However, in modern times, with the advent of advanced communication technologies, the Indian carrier pigeons primarily serve ceremonial pu.rposes during national holidays like Independence Day and Republic Day, remarked Gajbhiye. (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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<p>In Colombia, a police officer had to be hospitalised after swallowing a wad of banknotes. The policeman reportedly did this to avoid getting caught in the middle of an extortion case.</p>

<p>As per a report in The Guardian, in return for not arresting his victim on false charges, the police officer had demanded a bribe from a businessman.</p>

<p>However, unknown to him, the businessman had already reported the shakedown to Colombia's anti-kidnapping and extortion unit.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>'Hungry Hungry' <s>Hippos</s>&nbsp;</strong><strong>police officer</strong></h2>

<p>When anti-corruption investigators arrived at the scene of the shakedown&nbsp;in the suburb of Soacha near the capital, Bogotá, the officer hastily swallowed the cash in an attempt to destroy the evidence.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Was he successful in destroying evidence?</strong></h2>

<p>No, unfortunately for him, the banknotes got lodged in his throat, obstructing his airways and sending him to the emergency room.</p>

<p>Videos circulating online captured the pale-faced officer protesting his innocence while sitting in a police van after swallowing nine notes. In the video, the police officer can be seen visibly in discomfort, coughing to try to dislodge the notes stuck in his throat.</p>

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<p>Even as he recoils and gasps for breath, in the video, the officer can be heard saying: "I have received nothing, absolutely nothing, I don't know what they are talking about."</p>

<p>Despite his pleas, the evidence against him was substantial.&nbsp;</p>

<p>One anti-corruption officer can be heard stating, "We'll have to take him to the hospital to get him cleaned."</p>

<p>Anti-corruption officers provided emergency medical assistance to the choking officer, who was subsequently transported to a hospital for treatment.</p>

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<h2><strong>How much money did he swallow?</strong></h2>

<p>Doctors were able to remove the 500,000 pesos (£95) worth of banknotes, but the officer remained hospitalised to receive stomach-related treatment.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Talking to Blu Radio, the director of the Cundinamarca Prosecutor's Office, Carlos Manuel Silva, revealed that the uniformed officer swallowed "a 100,000 bill and eight 50,000-peso bills, totalling 500,000 pesos."</p>

<h2><strong>Notes of strong material</strong></h2>

<p>The local attorney's office emphasised the durability of paper money, stating that it is not easily digested.</p>

<p>"The material with which the bills are made is a strong material, it is paper money and it is not easily digested," said the director of the local attorney's office while talking to local reporters.</p>

<h2><strong>The meme fest</strong></h2>

<p>This audacious corruption incident has sparked a wave of memes online — many of them Simpsons-themed — mocking the officer's ill-fated attempt to evade justice.</p>

<p>Take a look at some of the best satirical memes:</p>

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Los policías más hambrientos: <a href="https://t.co/4tRBdnldrh">pic.twitter.com/4tRBdnldrh</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="es">En el caso de los policías come billetes solo me queda por decir que cada quien ahorra como quiere.<br />
Los policías: <a href="https://t.co/tbDGwMFKc6">pic.twitter.com/tbDGwMFKc6</a></p>
— el gato con manos (@elgatoacuadros) <a href="https://twitter.com/elgatoacuadros/status/1668999279610920962?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 14, 2023</a></blockquote>
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*¿Los policías se comerían los billetes en rollito o en bolita? <a href="https://t.co/FEE3EQoti0">pic.twitter.com/FEE3EQoti0</a></p>
— Danny Hernández 🦴 (@danny8002) <a href="https://twitter.com/danny8002/status/1668818463350231042?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 14, 2023</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="es">Y si es delito que me tenga que embutir el dinero de una extorsión para que no me sindiquen, me declaro culpable. <a href="https://t.co/1tyGapresA">pic.twitter.com/1tyGapresA</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="es">Eso Memes de los policías, comiéndose los billetes del soborno, jajajajajajaja Que Caja <a href="https://t.co/lqrjkEqov7">pic.twitter.com/lqrjkEqov7</a></p>
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<h2><strong>What will happen to the corrupt police officer?</strong></h2>

<p>As per Bogotá's Blu Radio, the officer and a colleague allegedly used false accusations of a sexual crime to force the business owner into coughing up a total of two&nbsp;million pesos.</p>

<p>Even though the victim managed to gather half of the demanded amount, the officer was unsatisfied and subsequently detained the individual at a police station for two hours in an attempt to extort the remaining funds.</p>

<p>Both officers are now the subject of a criminal investigation, according to the local prosecutor's office.</p>

<h2><strong>Colombia and corruption</strong></h2>

<p>The Guardian reports that corruption within Colombia's police force is a pervasive issue. This incident seems to have provided a twisted sense of pleasure to many extortion victims, who in the past have been forced to pay bribes to uniformed officers.</p>

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In Colombia, a police officer had to be hospitalised after swallowing a wad of banknotes. The policeman reportedly did this to avoid getting caught in the middle of an extortion case.

In Colombia, a police officer had to be hospitalised after swallowing a wad of banknotes. The policeman reportedly did this to avoid getting caught in the middle of an extortion case. As per a report in The Guardian, in return for not arresting his victim on false charges, the police officer had demanded a bribe from a businessman. However, unknown to him, the businessman had already reported the shakedown to Colombia's anti-kidnapping and extortion unit. 'Hungry Hungry' Hippos police officer When anti-corruption investigators arrived at the scene of the shakedown in the suburb of Soacha near the capital, Bogotá, the officer hastily swallowed the cash in an attempt to destroy the evidence. Also read | Miracle: Four Indigenous children rescued from dense Amazon jungle 40 days after plane crash Was he successful in destroying evidence? No, unfortunately for him, the banknotes got lodged in his throat, obstructing his airways and sending him to the emergency room. Videos circulating online captured the pale-faced officer protesting his innocence while sitting in a police van after swallowing nine notes. In the video, the police officer can be seen visibly in discomfort, coughing to try to dislodge the notes stuck in his throat. #Policías acusados de #Extorsión a #Comerciantes se comen #Billetes para evitar #Cárcel en #Colombia 🫰🏻👮🏻‍♂️💸 Se realizó la captura y posterior legalización de dos patrulleros que estaban haciendo prácticas #Corruptas extorsionando a un comerciante de #Soacha.#FyP #Vídeo #Viral pic.twitter.com/Yd59pILnHm — ÉdGa®️ Bustillo (@edbusti) June 15, 2023 × Even as he recoils and gasps for breath, in the video, the officer can be heard saying: "I have received nothing, absolutely nothing, I don't know what they are talking about." Despite his pleas, the evidence against him was substantial. One anti-corruption officer can be heard stating, "We'll have to take him to the hospital to get him cleaned." Anti-corruption officers provided emergency medical assistance to the choking officer, who was subsequently transported to a hospital for treatment. Also read | After record 100 days underwater, Florida's Dr Deep resurfaces. Here's why he achieved the amazing feat How much money did he swallow? Doctors were able to remove the 500,000 pesos (£95) worth of banknotes, but the officer remained hospitalised to receive stomach-related treatment. Talking to Blu Radio, the director of the Cundinamarca Prosecutor's Office, Carlos Manuel Silva, revealed that the uniformed officer swallowed "a 100,000 bill and eight 50,000-peso bills, totalling 500,000 pesos." Notes of strong material The local attorney's office emphasised the durability of paper money, stating that it is not easily digested. "The material with which the bills are made is a strong material, it is paper money and it is not easily digested," said the director of the local attorney's office while talking to local reporters. The meme fest This audacious corruption incident has sparked a wave of memes online — many of them Simpsons-themed — mocking the officer's ill-fated attempt to evade justice. Take a look at some of the best satirical memes: Billetes: Existen Los policías más hambrientos: pic.twitter.com/4tRBdnldrh — Desinformadon't (@CIUDADANODEB1EN) June 13, 2023 × Los simpsons predijeron a los tombos comebilletes: pic.twitter.com/hiaRgzwqrx — Juan Manuel Oquendo Lopez 🇵🇸 🇪🇭☭🏴‍☠️ (@JuanMOquendoL) June 13, 2023 × En el caso de los policías come billetes solo me queda por decir que cada quien ahorra como quiere. Los policías: pic.twitter.com/tbDGwMFKc6 — el gato con manos (@elgatoacuadros) June 14, 2023 × "Debe estar pensando en otra." *¿Los policías se comerían los billetes en rollito o en bolita? pic.twitter.com/FEE3EQoti0 — Danny Hernández 🦴 (@danny8002) June 14, 2023 × Y si es delito que me tenga que embutir el dinero de una extorsión para que no me sindiquen, me declaro culpable. pic.twitter.com/1tyGapresA — Mauricio Ruiz (@Maurici71529748) June 14, 2023 × Eso Memes de los policías, comiéndose los billetes del soborno, jajajajajajaja Que Caja pic.twitter.com/lqrjkEqov7 — Jhonny Melo (@JhonnyMelo2) June 14, 2023 × "Debe estar pensando en otra." *¿Los policías se comerían los billetes en rollito o en bolita? pic.twitter.com/FEE3EQoti0 — Danny Hernández 🦴 (@danny8002) June 14, 2023 × What will happen to the corrupt police officer? As per Bogotá's Blu Radio, the officer and a colleague allegedly used false accusations of a sexual crime to force the business owner into coughing up a total of two million pesos. Even though the victim managed to gather half of the demanded amount, the officer was unsatisfied and subsequently detained the individual at a police station for two hours in an attempt to extort the remaining funds. Both officers are now the subject of a criminal investigation, according to the local prosecutor's office. Colombia and corruption The Guardian reports that corruption within Colombia's police force is a pervasive issue. This incident seems to have provided a twisted sense of pleasure to many extortion victims, who in the past have been forced to pay bribes to uniformed officers. (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.

Colombian police officer sparks meme fest after swallowing money he had extorted. Watch viral video here!

<p>A California family has stumbled upon a surprising treasure hidden within the basement crawlspace of their Los Angeles house: over a&nbsp;million pennies. They made the remarkable discovery when they began cleaning out their father's former home in Pico-Union, Los Angeles.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The discovery has left the family with an intriguing dilemma, a champagne problem&nbsp;to say — what to do with such an enormous amount of money.</p>

<h2><strong>It's raining pennies</strong></h2>

<p>John Reyes, a realtor hailing from the Inland Empire area, and his wife, Elizabeth, were cleaning out the house that belonged to Elizabeth's father.</p>

<p>The house, dating back to the early 1900s, was believed to have once served as a bed-and-breakfast establishment.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Previously occupied by John's father-in-law, Fritz, and his brother — both German immigrants— the property had been a home for several decades. Following Fritz's passing and his brother's departure, the Reyes family took on the arduous task of clearing out the historic residence, intending to renovate it for future generations.</p>

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<p>As they delved deeper into the basement's cluttered recesses, John and Elizabeth unearthed loose pennies, old paper rolls disintegrating with age. However, the discovery didn't stop there. They stumbled upon crates, boxes, and numerous bank bags, containing more than a million pennies accumulated over decades.</p>

<p>The assortment of bank bags revealed intriguing details, with some labelled with names of defunct banks or ones unfamiliar to the Reyes family. The significance of their find gradually sank in, and they realized they were facing hundreds of thousands of pounds of copper pennies.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>How many pennies are there exactly?</strong></h2>

<p>The pennies are copper and not the more common zinc variety introduced in the 1980s.</p>

<p>To estimate the full extent of their find, the family performed rough calculations, weighing the bags and extrapolating their contents. The conclusion was staggering — they conservatively estimated possessing at least 1 million pennies.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, the challenge they confronted was deciding how to manage such an enormous collection effectively.</p>

<h2><strong>What are they going to do with all the pennies?</strong></h2>

<p>As per a Fox 5 report, initially, the idea of cashing out the pennies and putting the matter to rest seemed tempting.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The thought of utilising a Coinstar machine crossed their minds, but they swiftly discarded the notion due to the associated 8 per cent fee and the logistical challenge of transporting such an immense quantity of coins back to their home in Ontario. To explore alternative options, they reached out to several banks in Los Angeles, hoping to find a willing partner in handling the pennies.</p>

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<p>Their efforts, however, were met with unexpected obstacles. Wells Fargo, one of the banks they contacted, refused to accept the sizable influx of pennies, citing space constraints and expressing disbelief at the scale of the collection.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Finally, John Reyes decided to list the coins on OfferUp, a prominent online resale platform, setting an asking price of $25,000. If their estimate of 1 million pennies held true, the face value of the coins comes up to around $10,000.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The asking price of the collection thus surpasses the face value by more than double. "The value is in the uniqueness," says Reyes who believes that taking less than their full value would be a disservice to the ideals and principles that guided his father-in-law throughout his life.</p>

<p>Offers received thus far have primarily been for partial purchases. However, the family reportedly is determined to sell the entire collection rather than divide it.</p>

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A California family has stumbled upon a surprising treasure hidden within the basement crawlspace of their Los Angeles house: over a million pennies. They made the remarkable discovery when they began cleaning out their father's former home in Pico-Union, Los Angeles.

A California family has stumbled upon a surprising treasure hidden within the basement crawlspace of their Los Angeles house: over a million pennies. They made the remarkable discovery when they began cleaning out their father's former home in Pico-Union, Los Angeles. The discovery has left the family with an intriguing dilemma, a champagne problem to say — what to do with such an enormous amount of money. It's raining pennies John Reyes, a realtor hailing from the Inland Empire area, and his wife, Elizabeth, were cleaning out the house that belonged to Elizabeth's father. The house, dating back to the early 1900s, was believed to have once served as a bed-and-breakfast establishment. Previously occupied by John's father-in-law, Fritz, and his brother — both German immigrants— the property had been a home for several decades. Following Fritz's passing and his brother's departure, the Reyes family took on the arduous task of clearing out the historic residence, intending to renovate it for future generations. Also read | After record 100 days underwater, Florida's Dr Deep resurfaces. Here's why he undertook the amazing feat As they delved deeper into the basement's cluttered recesses, John and Elizabeth unearthed loose pennies, old paper rolls disintegrating with age. However, the discovery didn't stop there. They stumbled upon crates, boxes, and numerous bank bags, containing more than a million pennies accumulated over decades. The assortment of bank bags revealed intriguing details, with some labelled with names of defunct banks or ones unfamiliar to the Reyes family. The significance of their find gradually sank in, and they realized they were facing hundreds of thousands of pounds of copper pennies. How many pennies are there exactly? The pennies are copper and not the more common zinc variety introduced in the 1980s. To estimate the full extent of their find, the family performed rough calculations, weighing the bags and extrapolating their contents. The conclusion was staggering — they conservatively estimated possessing at least 1 million pennies. However, the challenge they confronted was deciding how to manage such an enormous collection effectively. What are they going to do with all the pennies? As per a Fox 5 report, initially, the idea of cashing out the pennies and putting the matter to rest seemed tempting. The thought of utilising a Coinstar machine crossed their minds, but they swiftly discarded the notion due to the associated 8 per cent fee and the logistical challenge of transporting such an immense quantity of coins back to their home in Ontario. To explore alternative options, they reached out to several banks in Los Angeles, hoping to find a willing partner in handling the pennies. Also read | Smoke from Canadian wildfires pushes residents towards DIY air purifiers. Are they safe? Their efforts, however, were met with unexpected obstacles. Wells Fargo, one of the banks they contacted, refused to accept the sizable influx of pennies, citing space constraints and expressing disbelief at the scale of the collection. Finally, John Reyes decided to list the coins on OfferUp, a prominent online resale platform, setting an asking price of $25,000. If their estimate of 1 million pennies held true, the face value of the coins comes up to around $10,000. The asking price of the collection thus surpasses the face value by more than double. "The value is in the uniqueness," says Reyes who believes that taking less than their full value would be a disservice to the ideals and principles that guided his father-in-law throughout his life. Offers received thus far have primarily been for partial purchases. However, the family reportedly is determined to sell the entire collection rather than divide it. (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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<p>After spending an impressive 100 days living underwater, university professor Dr Joseph Dituri aka "Dr Deep" resurfaced on Friday, finally raising his face to the sun for the first time since March 1.&nbsp;The&nbsp;University of South Florida professor achieved a remarkable feat by setting a record for the longest duration of living underwater without the need for depressurisation.&nbsp;<br />
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<strong>Sleeping with the fishes&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Jules' Undersea Lodge, a Florida Keys lodge for scuba divers served as Dr Deep's home during this extraordinary endeavour.</p>

<p>The lodge, submerged 30 feet (9.14 metres) lies beneath the water's surface in a Key Largo lagoon.</p>

<p>A diving explorer and medical researcher, Dituri surpassed the previous record of 73 days, two hours, and 34 minutes set by two professors from Tennessee in 2014, who also stayed at the same lodge.</p>

<h2><strong>What motivated Dr Deep to stay underwater for 100 days?</strong></h2>

<p>For Dituri, the main motivation behind his underwater stay, which earned him the nickname "Dr Deep Sea," was not about breaking records but rather about pushing the limits of human endurance in an underwater environment characterised by confinement and isolation.</p>

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<p>"It was never about the record," said the professor as per ABC News.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It was about extending human tolerance for the underwater world and an isolated, confined, extreme environment," he added.</p>

<h2><strong>Guinness world record</strong></h2>

<p>Dituri who holds a doctorate in biomedical engineering, and is an retired US Naval officer, was recognised by the Guinness World Records as the new record holder on their website after he completed his 74th day underwater last month.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Marine Resources Development Foundation, the organisation that owns the lodge, is now planning to submit a request to Guinness to officially certify Dituri's impressive achievement of 100 days.</p>

<h2><strong>Project Neptune 100 and underwater pressure</strong></h2>

<p>Dr Deep undertook the perilous challenge as part of Project Neptune 100. The project was organised by the Marine Resources Development Foundation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A submarine utilises technology to maintain pressure similar to the surface so that its inhabitants can survive underwater. However, the lodge's interior was designed to match the higher pressure found underwater.</p>

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<p>Project Neptune 100 aimed to gather valuable knowledge about how the human body and mind respond to prolonged exposure to extreme pressure and an isolated environment.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Why is the project important?</strong></h2>

<p>The insights gained from this project as per ABC News have the potential to benefit ocean researchers and astronauts embarking on long-term missions in the future.</p>

<p>Throughout his 100-day underwater adventure, Dituri conducted daily experiments and measurements to monitor his body's response to the increasing pressure over time. He also engaged in online discussions with thousands of students from 12 different countries, taught a course for the University of South Florida, and welcomed over 60 visitors to the underwater habitat.&nbsp;Findings from Project Neptune 100 will be presented at the World Extreme Medicine Conference in Scotland, scheduled for November.</p>

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After spending an impressive 100 days living underwater, university professor Dr Joseph Dituri aka "Dr Deep" resurfaced on Friday, finally raising his face to the sun for the first time since March 1.

After spending an impressive 100 days living underwater, university professor Dr Joseph Dituri aka "Dr Deep" resurfaced on Friday, finally raising his face to the sun for the first time since March 1. The University of South Florida professor achieved a remarkable feat by setting a record for the longest duration of living underwater without the need for depressurisation. Sleeping with the fishes Jules' Undersea Lodge, a Florida Keys lodge for scuba divers served as Dr Deep's home during this extraordinary endeavour. The lodge, submerged 30 feet (9.14 metres) lies beneath the water's surface in a Key Largo lagoon. A diving explorer and medical researcher, Dituri surpassed the previous record of 73 days, two hours, and 34 minutes set by two professors from Tennessee in 2014, who also stayed at the same lodge. What motivated Dr Deep to stay underwater for 100 days? For Dituri, the main motivation behind his underwater stay, which earned him the nickname "Dr Deep Sea," was not about breaking records but rather about pushing the limits of human endurance in an underwater environment characterised by confinement and isolation. Also read | Florida professor breaks record for living under water for longest time "It was never about the record," said the professor as per ABC News. "It was about extending human tolerance for the underwater world and an isolated, confined, extreme environment," he added. Guinness world record Dituri who holds a doctorate in biomedical engineering, and is an retired US Naval officer, was recognised by the Guinness World Records as the new record holder on their website after he completed his 74th day underwater last month. The Marine Resources Development Foundation, the organisation that owns the lodge, is now planning to submit a request to Guinness to officially certify Dituri's impressive achievement of 100 days. Project Neptune 100 and underwater pressure Dr Deep undertook the perilous challenge as part of Project Neptune 100. The project was organised by the Marine Resources Development Foundation. A submarine utilises technology to maintain pressure similar to the surface so that its inhabitants can survive underwater. However, the lodge's interior was designed to match the higher pressure found underwater. Also read | 'Joy for whole country' four Colombian children rescued from dense jungle five weeks after plane crash Project Neptune 100 aimed to gather valuable knowledge about how the human body and mind respond to prolonged exposure to extreme pressure and an isolated environment. Why is the project important? The insights gained from this project as per ABC News have the potential to benefit ocean researchers and astronauts embarking on long-term missions in the future. Throughout his 100-day underwater adventure, Dituri conducted daily experiments and measurements to monitor his body's response to the increasing pressure over time. He also engaged in online discussions with thousands of students from 12 different countries, taught a course for the University of South Florida, and welcomed over 60 visitors to the underwater habitat. Findings from Project Neptune 100 will be presented at the World Extreme Medicine Conference in Scotland, scheduled for November. (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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<p>Doctors are held in high regard across the globe. Their hard work and drive to save the patients are&nbsp;the source of awe, and in some cultures, they are even revered as 'living' gods. However, not even they can predict a patient's chances of death. However, a new Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool developed by a team at the NYU Grossman School of Medicine claims to hold the capability to do just that.</p>

<p>As per a report by the news agency AFP, the AI-based tool has shown promising results in reading physicians' notes and accurately predicting patients' risk of death, readmission to the hospital, and other important outcomes related to their care.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>NYUTron</strong></h2>

<p>The software, known as NYUTron, is currently being used by NYU's affiliated hospitals in New York. The team behind this amazing tool hopes that one day it will become a standard component of healthcare practices.</p>

<p>A study published in the journal Nature highlights the predictive capabilities of this AI tool.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Talking to AFP, lead author Eric Oermann, a neurosurgeon and computer scientist at NYU, explained that while predictive models in medicine have existed for some time, they are not widely used due to the challenges of organising and formatting the required data.</p>

<p>However, the team realised that physicians consistently write detailed notes about their clinical observations and patient interactions. This, as per the team, can be a valuable source of data for building predictive models.</p>

<p>"One thing that's common in medicine everywhere, is physicians write notes about what they've seen in clinic, what they've discussed with patients," said Oermann.</p>

<p>"So our basic insight was, can we start with medical notes as our source of data, and then build predictive models on top of it?"</p>

<h2><strong>How did they achieve this feat?</strong></h2>

<p>NYUTron is basically a large language model. To train it, researchers used millions of clinical notes from the health records of 387,000 patients treated at NYU Langone hospitals between January 2011 and May 2020.</p>

<p>These notes encompassed various types of records written by doctors, including progress notes, radiology reports, and discharge instructions, resulting in a massive corpus of 4.1 billion words.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Using this data, the software made predictions which were then evaluated against real outcomes retrospectively.</p>

<p>One of the significant challenges the software faced was interpreting the diverse natural language used by physicians, which often includes unique abbreviations and variations.</p>

<h2><strong>The results?</strong></h2>

<p>Overall, NYUTron exhibited impressive performance, correctly identifying 95 per cent of patients who died in the hospital before discharge and predicting 80 per cent of patients who would be readmitted within 30 days.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Furthermore, NYUTron accurately estimated the actual length of stay for 79 per cent of patients, correctly identified 87 per cent of cases where insurance coverage was denied, and accurately recognized 89 per cent of cases where patients had additional conditions accompanying their primary disease.</p>

<p>It surpassed the predictions made by most doctors and outperformed non-AI computer models currently in use.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Can artificial intelligence&nbsp;replace doctors?</strong></h2>

<p>Interestingly, no. The tool was outperformed by the most experienced physician in the study, who achieved results exceeding the model's predictions.</p>

<p>As per Oermann, "the most senior physician who's actually a very famous physician, he had superhuman performance, better than the model."</p>

<p>Oermann emphasised that AI can never replace the physician-patient relationship. Instead, AI tools like NYUTron aim to "provide more information for physicians seamlessly at the point of care so they can make more informed decisions."&nbsp;He remarked that "the sweet spot for technology and medicine isn't that it's going to always deliver necessarily superhuman results, but it's going to really bring up that baseline."</p>

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Doctors are held in high regard across the globe. Their hard work and drive to save the patients are the source of awe, and in some cultures, they are even revered as 'living' gods.

Doctors are held in high regard across the globe. Their hard work and drive to save the patients are the source of awe, and in some cultures, they are even revered as 'living' gods. However, not even they can predict a patient's chances of death. However, a new Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool developed by a team at the NYU Grossman School of Medicine claims to hold the capability to do just that. As per a report by the news agency AFP, the AI-based tool has shown promising results in reading physicians' notes and accurately predicting patients' risk of death, readmission to the hospital, and other important outcomes related to their care. NYUTron The software, known as NYUTron, is currently being used by NYU's affiliated hospitals in New York. The team behind this amazing tool hopes that one day it will become a standard component of healthcare practices. A study published in the journal Nature highlights the predictive capabilities of this AI tool. Also read | AI attempts to bring dead back to life, give people closure Talking to AFP, lead author Eric Oermann, a neurosurgeon and computer scientist at NYU, explained that while predictive models in medicine have existed for some time, they are not widely used due to the challenges of organising and formatting the required data. However, the team realised that physicians consistently write detailed notes about their clinical observations and patient interactions. This, as per the team, can be a valuable source of data for building predictive models. "One thing that's common in medicine everywhere, is physicians write notes about what they've seen in clinic, what they've discussed with patients," said Oermann. "So our basic insight was, can we start with medical notes as our source of data, and then build predictive models on top of it?" How did they achieve this feat? NYUTron is basically a large language model. To train it, researchers used millions of clinical notes from the health records of 387,000 patients treated at NYU Langone hospitals between January 2011 and May 2020. These notes encompassed various types of records written by doctors, including progress notes, radiology reports, and discharge instructions, resulting in a massive corpus of 4.1 billion words. Also read | AI to pick suitable organs for transplants; help surgeons perform 300 more operations a year Using this data, the software made predictions which were then evaluated against real outcomes retrospectively. One of the significant challenges the software faced was interpreting the diverse natural language used by physicians, which often includes unique abbreviations and variations. The results? Overall, NYUTron exhibited impressive performance, correctly identifying 95 per cent of patients who died in the hospital before discharge and predicting 80 per cent of patients who would be readmitted within 30 days. Furthermore, NYUTron accurately estimated the actual length of stay for 79 per cent of patients, correctly identified 87 per cent of cases where insurance coverage was denied, and accurately recognized 89 per cent of cases where patients had additional conditions accompanying their primary disease. It surpassed the predictions made by most doctors and outperformed non-AI computer models currently in use. Can artificial intelligence replace doctors? Interestingly, no. The tool was outperformed by the most experienced physician in the study, who achieved results exceeding the model's predictions. As per Oermann, "the most senior physician who's actually a very famous physician, he had superhuman performance, better than the model." Oermann emphasised that AI can never replace the physician-patient relationship. Instead, AI tools like NYUTron aim to "provide more information for physicians seamlessly at the point of care so they can make more informed decisions." He remarked that "the sweet spot for technology and medicine isn't that it's going to always deliver necessarily superhuman results, but it's going to really bring up that baseline." (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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<p>The race to the White House has gotten murkier. Republican candidate Ron DeSantis has elevated his war of words with&nbsp;opponent Donald Trump to the next level with deepfake technology and AI-generated scandalous images. In a video released by the DeSantis War Room, the former US president can be seen hugging and even kissing&nbsp;the nose of his anathema, the former US chief medical adviser Dr Anthony Fauci.</p>

<h2><strong>Did Trump really kiss Fauci?</strong></h2>

<p>No, these images published by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' rapid response team are fake. They are generated using artificial intelligence technology and are as fake as the photos of Trump being arrested that went viral a couple of months back.</p>

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<h2><strong>What is the DeSantis War Room video all about?</strong></h2>

<p>The video is a criticism of Trump's failure to fire Fauci, who was the United States' top infectious disease specialist at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, back when he was the president.</p>

<p>Fauci's push for Covid restrictions, as per Reuters, worked to turn him into a "boogeyman" for many Conservatives. Among those criticising Fauci's policies was Trump. In October 2020, the politician went as far as calling Dr Fauci a "disaster" that has been around for "500 years".</p>

<p>However, in spite of the often public thrashing, Trump refrained from firing Fauci.</p>

<h2><strong>Is the video completely fake?</strong></h2>

<p>As per Reuters, the video apparently includes some real footage of the former US president's press conferences and interviews.</p>

<p>However, the fake AI-generated content is shown with impudence at the 25-second mark. Here, around five seconds of the 35-second video display six images of Fauci and Trump. In three of them, the two men can be seen hugging or kissing.</p>

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<h2><strong>How do we know these images are AI-generated?</strong></h2>

<p>Talking to Reuters, Matthew Stamm, a professor of electrical and computer engineering at Drexel University, said that as per an analysis of traces left behind by synthetic image generators, the three images of Trump and Fauci kissing and hugging are likely AI-generated.</p>

<p>"Our results consistently output a decision that these images are fake," he added.</p>

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<h2><strong>Did Trump use AI? Is this retaliation?</strong></h2>

<p>It could be retaliation. Talking to Reuters, a person with knowledge of Ron DeSantis' campaign operation claimed that the Trump side had been "continuously posting fake images and false talking points to smear the (Florida) governor."</p>

<p>As per the news agency, Trump, however, has primarily shared "obviously fake" content that anyone can see isn't real. For instance, he shared an image of DeSantis riding a rhinoceros. This, according to Reuters, was a suggestion that Ron DeSantis is a "Republican in Name Only" (RINO).</p>

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<h2><strong>Why is this problematic?</strong></h2>

<p>The video fails to disclose any potential AI use. While generating someone's AI images for slander purposes is immoral in all scenarios, the use of such images in the campaign of leading candidates makes it even more problematic.</p>

<h2><strong>Are other political campaigns using&nbsp;AI-generated content?</strong></h2>

<p>In the ongoing US Presidential Election race, so far the only high-profile political ad generated by artificial intelligence was by the Republican National Committee. The 30-second ad was released in April. It used fake images to suggest that if President Joe Biden is re-elected, a cataclysmic scenario with China invading Taiwan and San Francisco being shut down due to crime can happen. However, the RNC disclosed that the entire thing was generated using AI.<br />
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The race to the White House has gotten murkier. Republican candidate Ron DeSantis has elevated his war of words with opponent Donald Trump to the next level with deepfake technology and AI-generated scandalous images.

The race to the White House has gotten murkier. Republican candidate Ron DeSantis has elevated his war of words with opponent Donald Trump to the next level with deepfake technology and AI-generated scandalous images. In a video released by the DeSantis War Room, the former US president can be seen hugging and even kissing the nose of his anathema, the former US chief medical adviser Dr Anthony Fauci. Did Trump really kiss Fauci? No, these images published by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' rapid response team are fake. They are generated using artificial intelligence technology and are as fake as the photos of Trump being arrested that went viral a couple of months back. You can see them here: Also read | AI predicts what Donald Trump's arrest would look like. Take a look at the viral images! What is the DeSantis War Room video all about? The video is a criticism of Trump's failure to fire Fauci, who was the United States' top infectious disease specialist at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, back when he was the president. Fauci's push for Covid restrictions, as per Reuters, worked to turn him into a "boogeyman" for many Conservatives. Among those criticising Fauci's policies was Trump. In October 2020, the politician went as far as calling Dr Fauci a "disaster" that has been around for "500 years". However, in spite of the often public thrashing, Trump refrained from firing Fauci. Is the video completely fake? As per Reuters, the video apparently includes some real footage of the former US president's press conferences and interviews. However, the fake AI-generated content is shown with impudence at the 25-second mark. Here, around five seconds of the 35-second video display six images of Fauci and Trump. In three of them, the two men can be seen hugging or kissing. Watch the video here: Donald Trump became a household name by FIRING countless people *on television* But when it came to Fauci... pic.twitter.com/7Lxwf75NQm — DeSantis War Room 🐊 (@DeSantisWarRoom) June 5, 2023 × How do we know these images are AI-generated? Talking to Reuters, Matthew Stamm, a professor of electrical and computer engineering at Drexel University, said that as per an analysis of traces left behind by synthetic image generators, the three images of Trump and Fauci kissing and hugging are likely AI-generated. "Our results consistently output a decision that these images are fake," he added. Also read | In Pics | AI creates images of world leaders as toddlers Did Trump use AI? Is this retaliation? It could be retaliation. Talking to Reuters, a person with knowledge of Ron DeSantis' campaign operation claimed that the Trump side had been "continuously posting fake images and false talking points to smear the (Florida) governor." As per the news agency, Trump, however, has primarily shared "obviously fake" content that anyone can see isn't real. For instance, he shared an image of DeSantis riding a rhinoceros. This, according to Reuters, was a suggestion that Ron DeSantis is a "Republican in Name Only" (RINO). × Why is this problematic? The video fails to disclose any potential AI use. While generating someone's AI images for slander purposes is immoral in all scenarios, the use of such images in the campaign of leading candidates makes it even more problematic. Are other political campaigns using AI-generated content? In the ongoing US Presidential Election race, so far the only high-profile political ad generated by artificial intelligence was by the Republican National Committee. The 30-second ad was released in April. It used fake images to suggest that if President Joe Biden is re-elected, a cataclysmic scenario with China invading Taiwan and San Francisco being shut down due to crime can happen. However, the RNC disclosed that the entire thing was generated using AI. (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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<p>The internet is an amazing place, but it is also unforgiving. These days, any goof-up you do can end up online and it can make you go viral. In one such incident, a CCTV video of a car crashing into a pole at breakneck speed, before flipping over, is going viral. As per BBC, the video is from Argentina.</p>

<p>The publication reports that driving the vehicle was a 63-year-old woman, and the incident happened as the woman appeared for her driving test.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In the viral video, you can see the car making the round at a normal speed. Soon it begins mounting kerbs before accelerating and crashing into a lamp post and eventually flipping on its side.</p>

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<p>As per reports, the unidentified 63-year-old Argentina woman suffered minor injuries in the accident and was taken to treatment.</p>

<h2>Internet reacts to the dramatic video</h2>

<p>A viral video is bound to have sarcastic comments poking fun at the unfortunate subject of the clip. This one is no different.</p>

<p>Here are some hilarious reactions and comments you can't miss:</p>

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<p>Others were quick to comment on the dismal driving skills of many drivers and say that all in all the Argentina woman "didn't do that bad".</p>

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<p>One user even shared a personal story about how his daughter ran over a neighbour's mailbox after getting her license box.</p>

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<h2><strong>Crashes during driving tests</strong></h2>

<p>Students crashing the car during practical driving tests is actually fairly common.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per a 2019 research by Group 1 Automotive, in the UK between 2014-2019, more than 3000 learners were in a vehicle collision during their practical driving tests. Between 2019 and 2019, another 695 crashed their vehicles during driving tests.</p>

<p>Since 2016, around 30 pedestrians have been hit by a moving vehicle engaged in a driving test.</p>

<p>Additionally, the report found that over five years, from 2017 to 2021, there was a 67 per cent increase in vehicle-on-vehicle collisions during practical driving tests in the UK.</p>

<p>It is not just the UK or Argentina, all over the world such accidents are very common.</p>

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The internet is an amazing place, but it is also unforgiving. These days, any goof-up you do can end up online and it can make you go viral. In one such incident, a CCTV video of a car crashing into a pole at breakneck speed, before flipping over, is going viral.

The internet is an amazing place, but it is also unforgiving. These days, any goof-up you do can end up online and it can make you go viral. In one such incident, a CCTV video of a car crashing into a pole at breakneck speed, before flipping over, is going viral. As per BBC, the video is from Argentina. The publication reports that driving the vehicle was a 63-year-old woman, and the incident happened as the woman appeared for her driving test. Also read | Did Trump kiss Fauci? Ron DeSantis ups the ante with AI-generated fake images of two men In the viral video, you can see the car making the round at a normal speed. Soon it begins mounting kerbs before accelerating and crashing into a lamp post and eventually flipping on its side. You can watch the video here: Driving test in Argentina pic.twitter.com/q0JMcvqHQe — 𝘙𝘦𝘨𝘨𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘢 𝘥𝘦 𝘉𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘤 🆓 (@crk5) June 9, 2023 × As per reports, the unidentified 63-year-old Argentina woman suffered minor injuries in the accident and was taken to treatment. Internet reacts to the dramatic video A viral video is bound to have sarcastic comments poking fun at the unfortunate subject of the clip. This one is no different. Here are some hilarious reactions and comments you can't miss: pic.twitter.com/dU8SjcBjaB — Luna AMG (@SweetHoneyIcesT) June 9, 2023 × pic.twitter.com/ARCWqI1Jbv — Ghost Assassin (@ghost0assassin) June 9, 2023 × I loved the cars last breath at the end. — Rube Baker (@Recliner_Sports) June 9, 2023 × Others were quick to comment on the dismal driving skills of many drivers and say that all in all the Argentina woman "didn't do that bad". considering how most car drivers drive these days, she really didn't do that bad. — 🤬 Bobbie 🤬 Garnet 🤬 Bees 🤬 (@GarnetBees) June 9, 2023 × considering how most car drivers drive these days, she really didn't do that bad. — 🤬 Bobbie 🤬 Garnet 🤬 Bees 🤬 (@GarnetBees) June 9, 2023 × One user even shared a personal story about how his daughter ran over a neighbour's mailbox after getting her license box. The very first thing my daughter did after getting her license was toback out of the driveway and run over the neighbors mailbox. Things went downhill from there — R.Dowe Parsons (@dowe_parsons) June 9, 2023 × Crashes during driving tests Students crashing the car during practical driving tests is actually fairly common. As per a 2019 research by Group 1 Automotive, in the UK between 2014-2019, more than 3000 learners were in a vehicle collision during their practical driving tests. Between 2019 and 2019, another 695 crashed their vehicles during driving tests. Since 2016, around 30 pedestrians have been hit by a moving vehicle engaged in a driving test. Additionally, the report found that over five years, from 2017 to 2021, there was a 67 per cent increase in vehicle-on-vehicle collisions during practical driving tests in the UK. It is not just the UK or Argentina, all over the world such accidents are very common. (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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<p>Loss unites humanity as nothing else can. We've all lost someone we loved, and their deaths have left a space nothing and no one can fill. However, many startups are using the new technological capabilities of artificial intelligence (AI) to try to do just that. As per an AFP news report, these firms use AI to allow you to talk to your deceased loved ones.&nbsp;</p>

<p>For someone dealing with the grief that comes with loss, this technology can be a boon, but it also raises ethical questions.</p>

<h2><strong>Re-animating the deceased</strong></h2>

<p>Nothing can bring back the people we've lost. However, this technology tries to capture a part of their essence, which can help provide you with some semblance of comfort.</p>

<p>There are many startups offering the service. One such company called DeepBrain AI has a programme called "Rememory".</p>

<p>As per the AI firm's head of development, Joseph Murphy, they create a digital replica of the deceased using hours of video.</p>

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<p>"We don't create new content," says Murphy. The company says that it only tries to replicate what the person would say when alive.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The company's "Rememory" programme&nbsp;adheres to a policy of not generating new content. This includes sentences or statements that the deceased individual would not have uttered or written during their lifetime.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I'll call it a niche part of our business. It's not a growth area for us," he said as per AFP.</p>

<p>Another company, StoryFile,&nbsp;follows the same idea.</p>

<p>The company's head, Stephen Smith, said, "Our approach is to capture the wonder of an individual, then use the AI tools."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It's a very fine ethical area that we're taking with great care," he added.&nbsp;StoryFile, claims several thousand users already use its Life service.</p>

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<p>Yet another similar service is called 'Replika'. It is developed by Russian engineer Eugenia Kyuda.</p>

<p>A few years back in 2015, Kyuda lost her best friend Roman to a tragic car accident. To deal with the grief, she developed a chatbot named 'Roman'. This chatbot was trained using thousands of text messages that her deceased friend had sent to loved ones.</p>

<p>After two years, Kyuda introduced Replika, a platform that provides highly advanced personalised conversational bots.</p>

<p>However, according to a spokesperson, Replika, unlike its predecessor Roman, "is not a platform made to recreate a lost loved one."</p>

<h2><strong>Is it only chatbots?</strong></h2>

<p>No. There are companies that are developing virtual clones.</p>

<p>One such company, Somnium Space, wants to create virtual clones of people while they are still alive. These clones would exist in a different world after the person passes away.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a YouTube video announcing his product, Live Forever, CEO Artur Sychov acknowledged that this concept "It's not for everyone". He acknowledged that individual choices are involved.</p>

<p>"Do I want to meet my grandfather who's in AI? I don't know. But those who want that will be able to."</p>

<h2><strong>The ethical challenges</strong></h2>

<p>Thanks to regenerative technology, these AI avatars can say things the person never said in real life.</p>

<p>According to Joseph Murphy from DeepBrainAI, "These are philosophical challenges, not technical challenges".</p>

<p>"I would say that is a line right now that we do not plan on crossing, but who knows what the future holds?" he added.</p>

<p>Candi Cann, a professor at Baylor University who is studying this topic in South Korea, suggests that interacting with an AI clone of a person can be helpful for achieving closure, especially in "complicated" situations.</p>

<p>"I think it can be helpful to interact with an AI version of a person in order to get closure&nbsp;— particularly in situations where grief was complicated by abuse or trauma," said Cann.</p>

<p>Mari Dias, a professor of medical psychology at Johnson &amp; Wales University, asked her bereaved patients about their thoughts on virtual contact with their deceased loved ones. She revealed, that the&nbsp;most common answer is 'I don't trust AI. I'm afraid it's going to say something I'm not going to accept'. They express concerns and a lack of trust in AI. They fear that the AI avatar might say something they cannot accept, and they feel they have no control over the avatar's actions.</p>

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Loss unites humanity as nothing else can. We've all lost someone we loved, and their deaths have left a space nothing and no one can fill. However, many startups are using the new technological capabilities of artificial intelligence (AI) to try to do just that.

Loss unites humanity as nothing else can. We've all lost someone we loved, and their deaths have left a space nothing and no one can fill. However, many startups are using the new technological capabilities of artificial intelligence (AI) to try to do just that. As per an AFP news report, these firms use AI to allow you to talk to your deceased loved ones. For someone dealing with the grief that comes with loss, this technology can be a boon, but it also raises ethical questions. Re-animating the deceased Nothing can bring back the people we've lost. However, this technology tries to capture a part of their essence, which can help provide you with some semblance of comfort. There are many startups offering the service. One such company called DeepBrain AI has a programme called "Rememory". As per the AI firm's head of development, Joseph Murphy, they create a digital replica of the deceased using hours of video. Also read | Real Terminators? Synthetic self-healing skin likely to create killer robots on battlefield "We don't create new content," says Murphy. The company says that it only tries to replicate what the person would say when alive. The company's "Rememory" programme adheres to a policy of not generating new content. This includes sentences or statements that the deceased individual would not have uttered or written during their lifetime. "I'll call it a niche part of our business. It's not a growth area for us," he said as per AFP. Another company, StoryFile, follows the same idea. The company's head, Stephen Smith, said, "Our approach is to capture the wonder of an individual, then use the AI tools." "It's a very fine ethical area that we're taking with great care," he added. StoryFile, claims several thousand users already use its Life service. Also read | Saudi Arabia launches Earth and Space Science studies for secondary students Yet another similar service is called 'Replika'. It is developed by Russian engineer Eugenia Kyuda. A few years back in 2015, Kyuda lost her best friend Roman to a tragic car accident. To deal with the grief, she developed a chatbot named 'Roman'. This chatbot was trained using thousands of text messages that her deceased friend had sent to loved ones. After two years, Kyuda introduced Replika, a platform that provides highly advanced personalised conversational bots. However, according to a spokesperson, Replika, unlike its predecessor Roman, "is not a platform made to recreate a lost loved one." Is it only chatbots? No. There are companies that are developing virtual clones. One such company, Somnium Space, wants to create virtual clones of people while they are still alive. These clones would exist in a different world after the person passes away. In a YouTube video announcing his product, Live Forever, CEO Artur Sychov acknowledged that this concept "It's not for everyone". He acknowledged that individual choices are involved. "Do I want to meet my grandfather who's in AI? I don't know. But those who want that will be able to." The ethical challenges Thanks to regenerative technology, these AI avatars can say things the person never said in real life. According to Joseph Murphy from DeepBrainAI, "These are philosophical challenges, not technical challenges". "I would say that is a line right now that we do not plan on crossing, but who knows what the future holds?" he added. Candi Cann, a professor at Baylor University who is studying this topic in South Korea, suggests that interacting with an AI clone of a person can be helpful for achieving closure, especially in "complicated" situations. "I think it can be helpful to interact with an AI version of a person in order to get closure — particularly in situations where grief was complicated by abuse or trauma," said Cann. Mari Dias, a professor of medical psychology at Johnson & Wales University, asked her bereaved patients about their thoughts on virtual contact with their deceased loved ones. She revealed, that the most common answer is 'I don't trust AI. I'm afraid it's going to say something I'm not going to accept'. They express concerns and a lack of trust in AI. They fear that the AI avatar might say something they cannot accept, and they feel they have no control over the avatar's actions. (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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<p>A man in China was sacked from his job for spending excessive time in the toilet during work. The employee used to spend up to six hours a day in the restroom citing health issues. He challenged his employer’s decision in a court which called the termination justified, reported South China Morning Post.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The employee, having the surname Wang, joined the company in 2006 and wasn’t on a fixed-term contract since 2013. Wang’s frequent visits to the loo began in December 2014 when he underwent a medical treatment for an anal problem. The employee’s treatment turned out to be successful but, according to him, the pain did not end and he was compelled to use the bathroom after short intervals, the report added.</p>

<p>Soon after getting the treatment, Wang started spending three to six hours in the restroom every day. His company’s records revealed that Wang visited the loo two to three times a shift between September 7 and September 17, 2015. This brought his total visits to the toilet during the period to 22.</p>

<p>Wang would spend anywhere between 47 minutes to over three hours in the washroom, which eventually led to his termination in September 2015. The company ended Wang’s employment due to reasons including early departures and unauthorised absence from work, said the report.</p>

<p>Disgruntled after losing his job, Wang knocked the doors of the court in a bid to get reinstated. But Wang’s efforts went in vain when the court ruled that his termination was beyond reasonable physiological needs. The court also said that the employer’s decision of firing Wang was legal and justified.</p>

<p>The incident elicited a lot of reactions on Chinese social media where one user said that “being sick deserves sympathy” but a person should not use it as an excuse. Another commented, “It’s like being paid to use the loo”, according to the report.</p>

<p>One person said that no employer would tolerate such behaviour if the employee spends “fours out of an eight-hour working day in the lavatory”.<br />
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A man in China was sacked from his job for spending excessive time in the toilet during work. The employee used to spend up to six hours a day in the restroom citing health issues.

A man in China was sacked from his job for spending excessive time in the toilet during work. The employee used to spend up to six hours a day in the restroom citing health issues. He challenged his employer’s decision in a court which called the termination justified, reported South China Morning Post. The employee, having the surname Wang, joined the company in 2006 and wasn’t on a fixed-term contract since 2013. Wang’s frequent visits to the loo began in December 2014 when he underwent a medical treatment for an anal problem. The employee’s treatment turned out to be successful but, according to him, the pain did not end and he was compelled to use the bathroom after short intervals, the report added. Soon after getting the treatment, Wang started spending three to six hours in the restroom every day. His company’s records revealed that Wang visited the loo two to three times a shift between September 7 and September 17, 2015. This brought his total visits to the toilet during the period to 22. Wang would spend anywhere between 47 minutes to over three hours in the washroom, which eventually led to his termination in September 2015. The company ended Wang’s employment due to reasons including early departures and unauthorised absence from work, said the report. Disgruntled after losing his job, Wang knocked the doors of the court in a bid to get reinstated. But Wang’s efforts went in vain when the court ruled that his termination was beyond reasonable physiological needs. The court also said that the employer’s decision of firing Wang was legal and justified. The incident elicited a lot of reactions on Chinese social media where one user said that “being sick deserves sympathy” but a person should not use it as an excuse. Another commented, “It’s like being paid to use the loo”, according to the report. One person said that no employer would tolerate such behaviour if the employee spends “fours out of an eight-hour working day in the lavatory”. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>An online fraud scheme run via WhatsApp link and a fraudulent app fuelled by a rumours promising substantial profits from buying virtual animals, like pigs, ducks etc., has cost hundreds of thousands of rupees to villagers in India's state of Bihar. As reported by Boom Decode, the scheme had lured people to invest&nbsp;in pigs and other livestock online through a game, with the expectation of high returns.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Here's all you need to know:</p>

<h2><strong>How it all started</strong></h2>

<p>The origins of the online scam can be traced back to a WhatsApp message that circulated in Bihar, claiming that purchasing animals online could yield profits of up to thousands of rupees within a few months. The message propagated the idea that an online game called ‘Smile Rancher’ helped a middle-aged man win big by "investing" in the online purchase of livestock. As per the claims, the man won INR 20 lakh or $2 million.</p>

<h2><strong>The scheme</strong></h2>

<p>The report quotes an 18-year-old victim of the scheme,&nbsp;Suraj Kumar who revealed that people had to create an account by entering a six-digit password. Once that was done, they would find pictures of dozens of animals which they could buy.</p>

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<p>After paying for the purchase, all they had to do was log in everyday and click on the animal. This would result in them getting paid a certain amount in the app's wallet.</p>

<p>"The most expensive was the peacock, which cost Rs 50,000. It would earn Rs 3,000 a day. Duck was the cheapest one which cost Rs 5,000 rupees, the app claimed to offer Rs 400 for it every day," said Kumar.</p>

<p>"One had to log in every day and click on the animal or bird that was bought. The earnings on the animals would come in the wallet of the account which was created in the app," he added.</p>

<h2><strong>Could this money be withdrawn?</strong></h2>

<p>Yes, but most times people would receive a server error.</p>

<p>The maximum limit for withdrawal from the application wallet was Rs&nbsp;3000,&nbsp;however, people who purchased and bred these virtual animals said they would very often get error messages on attempting to withdraw money.</p>

<p>However, some people successfully withdrew small amounts of money. This only helped give people false hope.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As the word spread, more individuals became interested in investing and many people borrowed money or sold assets to enter the market.&nbsp;</p>

<p>But one day the app just stopped working.</p>

<h2><strong>Who owns ‘Smile Rancher’ and why haven’t app stores like Google Play Store or Apple App Store taken any action?</strong></h2>

<p>As per transaction details accessed by Decode, the money people would spend on these virtual animals would go to the account of Sewing SKY India Pvt Limited — an unlisted company which according to the Indian Ministry of Corporate Affairs website deals in fabrics and is registered in Telangana Hyderabad and belongs to Gangadhar Pathri and Ajay Kumar Pathri.</p>

<p>Application stores like Google Play Store or the Apple AppStore have been unable to take any action because the application is not available on these platforms. People downloaded the application via a specific link shared on WhatsApp.</p>

<p>The app is now defunct.</p>

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<h2><strong>Who sent them the message?</strong></h2>

<p>As per the villagers, a man called Bhishma Pratap&nbsp;spread these rumours. They say that Pratap claimed that his uncle was the one who won Rs 20,00,000 ($24,190).</p>

<p>For those interested in earning extra money, Pratap created a WhatsApp group named "Ranchers no. 1".&nbsp;As the admin of the group, he started adding more and more villagers, he then sent the forwarded application&nbsp;link to the group, which had more than 60 members. Pratap left the group the same day the application stopped working.</p>

<h2><strong>How did so many people fall for the scam?</strong></h2>

<p>The application called itself a "breeding management investment company from the United States."&nbsp;</p>

<p>It noted that was involved in "offline investment promotion for major breeding pastures and looking for investors who work part-time in the breeding industry".</p>

<p>It further claimed that after 2020, i.e., the pandemic, the company&nbsp;started doing its business online and started seeking people from all over the world to join the breeding industry and "make money together".</p>

<p>For residents of the small Bihar village of Maulanagar, this seemed like a good idea to earn some extra money. Most of the village residents belong to a socially marginalised community called the Musahars.</p>

<h2><strong>Has anyone filed a complaint?</strong></h2>

<p>Kasim Khan, a self-proclaimed victim of the scam, reportedly took action against the fraudulent company by filing a complaint with the Consumer Complaints Court on July 22nd 2022. In his complaint, Khan stated that he had invested Rs 55,000 in&nbsp;the scheme and attempted to withdraw the amount after two days, but was unsuccessful despite multiple attempts. He alleges that the company, Breeding Management, had now ceased operations and had deceived thousands of individuals through their online scam.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Was it just the one Bihar village that got duped?</strong></h2>

<p>Unfortunately no, the app has reportedly spread far from Bihar and has reached Assam.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The people of the small Bihar village got duped in February 2022, and in early July last year, a gym trainer in Guwahati Assam also received the link to that game. He and his colleagues invested in the app and lost thousands of rupees.</p>

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An online fraud scheme run via WhatsApp link and a fraudulent app fuelled by a rumours promising substantial profits from buying virtual animals, like pigs, ducks etc.

An online fraud scheme run via WhatsApp link and a fraudulent app fuelled by a rumours promising substantial profits from buying virtual animals, like pigs, ducks etc., has cost hundreds of thousands of rupees to villagers in India's state of Bihar. As reported by Boom Decode, the scheme had lured people to invest in pigs and other livestock online through a game, with the expectation of high returns. Here's all you need to know: How it all started The origins of the online scam can be traced back to a WhatsApp message that circulated in Bihar, claiming that purchasing animals online could yield profits of up to thousands of rupees within a few months. The message propagated the idea that an online game called ‘Smile Rancher’ helped a middle-aged man win big by "investing" in the online purchase of livestock. As per the claims, the man won INR 20 lakh or $2 million. The scheme The report quotes an 18-year-old victim of the scheme, Suraj Kumar who revealed that people had to create an account by entering a six-digit password. Once that was done, they would find pictures of dozens of animals which they could buy. Also read | Bird flu 'fowls' the mood, kills nearly 9,000 marine creatures in Chile, France develops vaccine for ducks After paying for the purchase, all they had to do was log in everyday and click on the animal. This would result in them getting paid a certain amount in the app's wallet. "The most expensive was the peacock, which cost Rs 50,000. It would earn Rs 3,000 a day. Duck was the cheapest one which cost Rs 5,000 rupees, the app claimed to offer Rs 400 for it every day," said Kumar. "One had to log in every day and click on the animal or bird that was bought. The earnings on the animals would come in the wallet of the account which was created in the app," he added. Could this money be withdrawn? Yes, but most times people would receive a server error. The maximum limit for withdrawal from the application wallet was Rs 3000, however, people who purchased and bred these virtual animals said they would very often get error messages on attempting to withdraw money. However, some people successfully withdrew small amounts of money. This only helped give people false hope. As the word spread, more individuals became interested in investing and many people borrowed money or sold assets to enter the market. But one day the app just stopped working. Who owns ‘Smile Rancher’ and why haven’t app stores like Google Play Store or Apple App Store taken any action? As per transaction details accessed by Decode, the money people would spend on these virtual animals would go to the account of Sewing SKY India Pvt Limited — an unlisted company which according to the Indian Ministry of Corporate Affairs website deals in fabrics and is registered in Telangana Hyderabad and belongs to Gangadhar Pathri and Ajay Kumar Pathri. Application stores like Google Play Store or the Apple AppStore have been unable to take any action because the application is not available on these platforms. People downloaded the application via a specific link shared on WhatsApp. The app is now defunct. Also read | Cocaine price crash a blow for Colombian coca growers Who sent them the message? As per the villagers, a man called Bhishma Pratap spread these rumours. They say that Pratap claimed that his uncle was the one who won Rs 20,00,000 ($24,190). For those interested in earning extra money, Pratap created a WhatsApp group named "Ranchers no. 1". As the admin of the group, he started adding more and more villagers, he then sent the forwarded application link to the group, which had more than 60 members. Pratap left the group the same day the application stopped working. How did so many people fall for the scam? The application called itself a "breeding management investment company from the United States." It noted that was involved in "offline investment promotion for major breeding pastures and looking for investors who work part-time in the breeding industry". It further claimed that after 2020, i.e., the pandemic, the company started doing its business online and started seeking people from all over the world to join the breeding industry and "make money together". For residents of the small Bihar village of Maulanagar, this seemed like a good idea to earn some extra money. Most of the village residents belong to a socially marginalised community called the Musahars. Has anyone filed a complaint? Kasim Khan, a self-proclaimed victim of the scam, reportedly took action against the fraudulent company by filing a complaint with the Consumer Complaints Court on July 22nd 2022. In his complaint, Khan stated that he had invested Rs 55,000 in the scheme and attempted to withdraw the amount after two days, but was unsuccessful despite multiple attempts. He alleges that the company, Breeding Management, had now ceased operations and had deceived thousands of individuals through their online scam. Was it just the one Bihar village that got duped? Unfortunately no, the app has reportedly spread far from Bihar and has reached Assam. The people of the small Bihar village got duped in February 2022, and in early July last year, a gym trainer in Guwahati Assam also received the link to that game. He and his colleagues invested in the app and lost thousands of rupees. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. 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<p>Police in Miami are searching for a 'seductress' that allegedly drugged her date and stole his jewellery valued at $600,000. The incident as per reports took place on May 8th. The suspect has stolen multiple high-value items, including a diamond-studded watch and gold jewellery.</p>

<p>The couple, as per Daily Mail UK, met at a club called 'The Dirty Rabbit bar' in Wynwood. Later, at around 5:30 am, the man invited the 'seductress' back to his residence on NE 1st Street.</p>

<p>According to the man, they had a drink together in his apartment, and he subsequently fell asleep.</p>

<p>Upon waking up at approximately noon, the man discovered that his safe had been opened, and both the woman and the jewellery stored inside were nowhere to be found.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The stolen items include several valuable pieces, such as a Rolex Daytona Rainbow watch which is adorned with diamonds, a Sky-Dweller Rolex, a gold chain, Franco gold bracelets, Cartier sunglasses, and a rose gold diamond ring.</p>

<p>Authorities have described the suspect as a woman in her mid-30s, standing between 5'08" and 5'10" in height, and weighing around 140 pounds.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Surveillance footage captured at the apartment building records the woman's arrival with the man and her subsequent departure from the premises.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Notably, when leaving the building, she was observed carrying two 'Solo cups'. The police suspect that one of the cups may have been used to drug the man, and that she carried these cups because they contained both her DNA and traces of the drug used to roofie the man.</p>

<p>Officer Michael Vega, a spokesperson for the Miami Police Department, explained that the woman took her Solo cup to retain DNA evidence and to secure any traces of the drugs she used.</p>

<p>According to WSVN, Vega said: "Now sometimes you might say, 'Oh, well she's just leaving with a Solo cup.' No. She's taking the Solo cup that she drank because it has her DNA."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"She's taking his Solo cup because it has not only his DNA, but it also has whatever drugs she put in," he added.</p>

<p>The investigation is ongoing, and the police have released CCTV footage of the woman in hopes of identifying and apprehending the suspect. Authorities have urged individuals with any information concerning the woman's identity or whereabouts to come forward and leave a tip-off at the Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers tip line.</p>

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Police in Miami are searching for a 'seductress' that allegedly drugged her date and stole his jewellery valued at $600,000. The incident as per reports took place on May 8th.

Police in Miami are searching for a 'seductress' that allegedly drugged her date and stole his jewellery valued at $600,000. The incident as per reports took place on May 8th. The suspect has stolen multiple high-value items, including a diamond-studded watch and gold jewellery. The couple, as per Daily Mail UK, met at a club called 'The Dirty Rabbit bar' in Wynwood. Later, at around 5:30 am, the man invited the 'seductress' back to his residence on NE 1st Street. According to the man, they had a drink together in his apartment, and he subsequently fell asleep. Upon waking up at approximately noon, the man discovered that his safe had been opened, and both the woman and the jewellery stored inside were nowhere to be found. Also read | What the 'hell'? Gen Z more likely to believe in damnation after death, finds study The stolen items include several valuable pieces, such as a Rolex Daytona Rainbow watch which is adorned with diamonds, a Sky-Dweller Rolex, a gold chain, Franco gold bracelets, Cartier sunglasses, and a rose gold diamond ring. Authorities have described the suspect as a woman in her mid-30s, standing between 5'08" and 5'10" in height, and weighing around 140 pounds. Surveillance footage captured at the apartment building records the woman's arrival with the man and her subsequent departure from the premises. Check out the video here DO YOU KNOW HER? Miami police think this woman drugged a man after a night out and robbed him of $600,000 worth of Rolex watches and jewelry. More info here: https://t.co/dyBkwWPlEr pic.twitter.com/ObC2xa0mrU — WPLG Local 10 News (@WPLGLocal10) May 17, 2023 × Notably, when leaving the building, she was observed carrying two 'Solo cups'. The police suspect that one of the cups may have been used to drug the man, and that she carried these cups because they contained both her DNA and traces of the drug used to roofie the man. Officer Michael Vega, a spokesperson for the Miami Police Department, explained that the woman took her Solo cup to retain DNA evidence and to secure any traces of the drugs she used. According to WSVN, Vega said: "Now sometimes you might say, 'Oh, well she's just leaving with a Solo cup.' No. She's taking the Solo cup that she drank because it has her DNA." Also read | WION Explains | New York, the city that never sleeps, may soon lie in slumber under the sea "She's taking his Solo cup because it has not only his DNA, but it also has whatever drugs she put in," he added. The investigation is ongoing, and the police have released CCTV footage of the woman in hopes of identifying and apprehending the suspect. Authorities have urged individuals with any information concerning the woman's identity or whereabouts to come forward and leave a tip-off at the Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers tip line. (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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<p>Experts have raised concerns that next year's elections in the UK and the US may be plagued by a surge of AI-driven disinformation. They warn that the proliferation of Artificial Intelligence generated images, text, and deep fake videos, spread by swarms of AI-powered propaganda bots, could have a significant impact.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In recent days, concerns about AI have soared, particularly following breakthroughs in generative AI technology.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Why is AI a concern now?</strong></h2>

<p>As per the Guardian, while earlier waves of "propaganda bots" relied on simple pre-written messages or "paid trolls", tools like ChatGPT and Midjourney hold the ability to produce realistic text, images, and even voice on command. This has raised concerns about interactive election interference on a large scale.</p>

<p>A study by NewsGuard, an organisation that monitors misinformation, tested ChatGPT and Google's Bard chatbot and found that they were capable of generating false news narratives when prompted. This highlights the potential for AI tools to mass-produce variations of fake stories, which raises concerns about the deliberate dissemination of false information.</p>

<p>On Friday, NewsGuard also announced that there has been a two-fold increase in AI-generated news and information websites, which have more than doubled to 125 in two weeks.</p>

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<h2><strong>OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's warning about&nbsp;ChatGPT and other AI models</strong></h2>

<p>Earlier this week, on Tuesday, Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, and the creator of ChatGPT, warned that the latest generation of AI models has the potential to manipulate users.</p>

<p>Highlighting the need for regulation, public education, and transparency regarding the use of AI, he said, "The general ability of these models to manipulate and persuade, to provide one-on-one interactive disinformation is a significant area of concern."</p>

<p>"Regulation would be quite wise: people need to know if they’re talking to an AI, or if content that they’re looking at is generated or not. The ability to really model … to predict humans, I think is going to require a combination of companies doing the right thing, regulation and public education," he added.</p>

<h2><strong>AI-powered disinformation</strong></h2>

<p>Professor Michael Wooldridge of the Alan Turing Institute identified AI-powered disinformation as his primary concern about the technology. He noted that generative AI can generate disinformation on an "industrial scale".</p>

<p>"Right now in terms of my worries for AI, it is number one on the list. We have elections coming up in the UK and the US and we know social media is an incredibly powerful conduit for misinformation. But we now know that generative AI can produce disinformation on an industrial scale."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>He said chatbots like ChatGPT can produce tailored misinformation targeted at specific political groups or demographics, adding that "it's an afternoon's work for somebody with a bit of programming experience to create fake identities and just start generating these fake news stories."</p>

<h2><strong>AI-generated images</strong></h2>

<p>AI-generated imagery is another problem. Remember the pictures of Donald Trump getting arrested and the Pope in a 'dope' puffer jacket? That's the work of artificial intelligence.</p>

<p>Earlier this year, as these images went viral,&nbsp;many people&nbsp;raised concerns about the potential use of generated imagery to cause confusion and misinformation.</p>

<p>However, Sam Altman, while addressing US Senators, suggested that these concerns might be exaggerated or blown out of proportion. He compared AI-generated images to the earlier adoption of Photoshop.</p>

<p>He said that people eventually developed an understanding that images could be manipulated.</p>

<p>"Photoshop came on to the scene a long time ago and for a while people were really quite fooled by Photoshopped images – then pretty quickly developed an understanding that images might be Photoshopped."</p>

<p>However, in spite of Altman's statement, as AI capabilities advance, there are concerns that it is becoming&nbsp;increasingly difficult to trust things on social media and that as the technology develops further, the difficulty in differentiating between misinformation and purposeful disinformation will only increase.</p>

<h2><strong>AI and voice cloning</strong></h2>

<p>In January, voice cloning gained significant attention when a manipulated video of US President Joe Biden surfaced. The original footage, in which he discussed sending tanks to Ukraine, was altered using voice simulation technology to make it appear as though he was attacking transgender people. The doctored video was widely circulated on social media platforms.</p>

<p>The growing availability of voice cloning services, including the cloning of corporate executives and public figures, raises concerns about its potential misuse.</p>

<p>Recorded Future, a US cybersecurity firm, warned that rogue actors could sell voice cloning services online.</p>

<p>Alexander Leslie, an analyst with the firm, said that the technology is improving and poses a heightened threat as the US presidential election approaches.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Without widespread education and awareness, this could become a real threat vector as we head into the presidential election," he said.</p>

<p>Steven Brill, the co-CEO of NewsGuard, expressed concern about the potential misuse of chatbot technology by malicious individuals to create varied versions of fake stories. He said, "the danger is someone using it deliberately to pump out these false narratives".</p>

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Experts have raised concerns that next year's elections in the UK and the US may be plagued by a surge of AI-driven disinformation. They warn that the proliferation of Artificial Intelligence generated images, text, and deep fake videos, spread by swarms of AI-powered propaganda bots, could have a significant impact.

Experts have raised concerns that next year's elections in the UK and the US may be plagued by a surge of AI-driven disinformation. They warn that the proliferation of Artificial Intelligence generated images, text, and deep fake videos, spread by swarms of AI-powered propaganda bots, could have a significant impact. In recent days, concerns about AI have soared, particularly following breakthroughs in generative AI technology. Why is AI a concern now? As per the Guardian, while earlier waves of "propaganda bots" relied on simple pre-written messages or "paid trolls", tools like ChatGPT and Midjourney hold the ability to produce realistic text, images, and even voice on command. This has raised concerns about interactive election interference on a large scale. A study by NewsGuard, an organisation that monitors misinformation, tested ChatGPT and Google's Bard chatbot and found that they were capable of generating false news narratives when prompted. This highlights the potential for AI tools to mass-produce variations of fake stories, which raises concerns about the deliberate dissemination of false information. On Friday, NewsGuard also announced that there has been a two-fold increase in AI-generated news and information websites, which have more than doubled to 125 in two weeks. Also read | G7 leaders call for 'responsible' use of generative Artificial Intelligence OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's warning about ChatGPT and other AI models Earlier this week, on Tuesday, Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, and the creator of ChatGPT, warned that the latest generation of AI models has the potential to manipulate users. Highlighting the need for regulation, public education, and transparency regarding the use of AI, he said, "The general ability of these models to manipulate and persuade, to provide one-on-one interactive disinformation is a significant area of concern." "Regulation would be quite wise: people need to know if they’re talking to an AI, or if content that they’re looking at is generated or not. The ability to really model … to predict humans, I think is going to require a combination of companies doing the right thing, regulation and public education," he added. AI-powered disinformation Professor Michael Wooldridge of the Alan Turing Institute identified AI-powered disinformation as his primary concern about the technology. He noted that generative AI can generate disinformation on an "industrial scale". "Right now in terms of my worries for AI, it is number one on the list. We have elections coming up in the UK and the US and we know social media is an incredibly powerful conduit for misinformation. But we now know that generative AI can produce disinformation on an industrial scale." Also read | What the 'hell'? Gen Z more likely to believe in damnation after death, finds study He said chatbots like ChatGPT can produce tailored misinformation targeted at specific political groups or demographics, adding that "it's an afternoon's work for somebody with a bit of programming experience to create fake identities and just start generating these fake news stories." AI-generated images AI-generated imagery is another problem. Remember the pictures of Donald Trump getting arrested and the Pope in a 'dope' puffer jacket? That's the work of artificial intelligence. Earlier this year, as these images went viral, many people raised concerns about the potential use of generated imagery to cause confusion and misinformation. However, Sam Altman, while addressing US Senators, suggested that these concerns might be exaggerated or blown out of proportion. He compared AI-generated images to the earlier adoption of Photoshop. He said that people eventually developed an understanding that images could be manipulated. "Photoshop came on to the scene a long time ago and for a while people were really quite fooled by Photoshopped images – then pretty quickly developed an understanding that images might be Photoshopped." However, in spite of Altman's statement, as AI capabilities advance, there are concerns that it is becoming increasingly difficult to trust things on social media and that as the technology develops further, the difficulty in differentiating between misinformation and purposeful disinformation will only increase. AI and voice cloning In January, voice cloning gained significant attention when a manipulated video of US President Joe Biden surfaced. The original footage, in which he discussed sending tanks to Ukraine, was altered using voice simulation technology to make it appear as though he was attacking transgender people. The doctored video was widely circulated on social media platforms. The growing availability of voice cloning services, including the cloning of corporate executives and public figures, raises concerns about its potential misuse. Recorded Future, a US cybersecurity firm, warned that rogue actors could sell voice cloning services online. Alexander Leslie, an analyst with the firm, said that the technology is improving and poses a heightened threat as the US presidential election approaches. "Without widespread education and awareness, this could become a real threat vector as we head into the presidential election," he said. Steven Brill, the co-CEO of NewsGuard, expressed concern about the potential misuse of chatbot technology by malicious individuals to create varied versions of fake stories. He said, "the danger is someone using it deliberately to pump out these false narratives". (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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<p>World's foremost public health agency, the World Health Organization (WHO) on Tuesday, cautioned against using artificial intelligence (AI) for public healthcare. It said that the data used by AI to reach decisions could be biased or misused and advised caution while using the technology.</p>

<p>As per the WHO, risks must be examined carefully before using AI-generated large language model tools (LLMs) like "ChatGPT, Bard, Bert and many others" to protect and promote human well-being and protect public health.</p>

<p>The health agency said that while it was enthusiastic about the potential AI holds, it has concerns over how the technology will be used.</p>

<p>It said, "There is concern that caution that would normally be exercised for any new technology is not being exercised consistently with LLMs."</p>

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<p>"This includes widespread adherence to key values of transparency, inclusion, public engagement, expert supervision, and rigorous evaluation."</p>

<p>As per the WHO, the "precipitous" adoption of untested AI systems could lead to errors by healthcare workers, which could harm patients. This, it warned, could "cause harm to patients, erode trust in AI and thereby undermine (or delay) the potential long-term benefits and uses of such technologies around the world."</p>

<p>It&nbsp;further cautioned that artificial intelligence LLMs like ChatGPT and Bard that imitate understanding, processing, and producing human communication could be misused to "generate and disseminate highly convincing disinformation".&nbsp;</p>

<p>This disinformation, as per the WHO, can be in textual, audio or video form and would be difficult to differentiate from reliable health content for the public.</p>

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<p>Reiterating the importance of applying ethical principles and appropriate governance, the World Health Organization specified six core principles it has identified as imperative while using AI in healthcare. These are: protect autonomy; promote human well-being, human safety, and the public interest; ensure transparency, explainability, and intelligibility; foster responsibility and accountability; ensure inclusiveness and equity; promote AI that is responsive and sustainable.</p>

<p>The health agency said that while it is committing to harnessing new technologies, including AI and digital health, towards the improvement of human health, it recommends that policymakers must ensure patient safety and protection.</p>

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World's foremost public health agency, the World Health Organization (WHO) on Tuesday, cautioned against using artificial intelligence (AI) for public healthcare.

World's foremost public health agency, the World Health Organization (WHO) on Tuesday, cautioned against using artificial intelligence (AI) for public healthcare. It said that the data used by AI to reach decisions could be biased or misused and advised caution while using the technology. As per the WHO, risks must be examined carefully before using AI-generated large language model tools (LLMs) like "ChatGPT, Bard, Bert and many others" to protect and promote human well-being and protect public health. The health agency said that while it was enthusiastic about the potential AI holds, it has concerns over how the technology will be used. It said, "There is concern that caution that would normally be exercised for any new technology is not being exercised consistently with LLMs." Also read | 'Raise alarm on AI threats', academics appeal to health professionals "This includes widespread adherence to key values of transparency, inclusion, public engagement, expert supervision, and rigorous evaluation." As per the WHO, the "precipitous" adoption of untested AI systems could lead to errors by healthcare workers, which could harm patients. This, it warned, could "cause harm to patients, erode trust in AI and thereby undermine (or delay) the potential long-term benefits and uses of such technologies around the world." It further cautioned that artificial intelligence LLMs like ChatGPT and Bard that imitate understanding, processing, and producing human communication could be misused to "generate and disseminate highly convincing disinformation". This disinformation, as per the WHO, can be in textual, audio or video form and would be difficult to differentiate from reliable health content for the public. Also read | Microsoft expands AI access, allows users enhanced features without waitlist sign-up Reiterating the importance of applying ethical principles and appropriate governance, the World Health Organization specified six core principles it has identified as imperative while using AI in healthcare. These are: protect autonomy; promote human well-being, human safety, and the public interest; ensure transparency, explainability, and intelligibility; foster responsibility and accountability; ensure inclusiveness and equity; promote AI that is responsive and sustainable. The health agency said that while it is committing to harnessing new technologies, including AI and digital health, towards the improvement of human health, it recommends that policymakers must ensure patient safety and protection. 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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<p>In February, Toronto's three-term mayor&nbsp;John Tory resigned after a controversy shook the foundations of his reputation. Vying to replace Tory as the next mayor is a rescue dog and a candidate who promises that he is "definitely a real man and NOT three raccoons in a trench coat".</p>

<p>The mayoral race is interesting, to say the least.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Now, you might wonder what a dog stands for. Molly, the seven-year-old rescue dog's most significant concern as per her owner Toby Heaps, is the city's use of winter road salt. This, as per Heaps, hurts her paws.</p>

<p>Molly's owner as per the Guardian is her stand-in for the elections. Talking to reporters, Heaps said that a victory for the rescue dog could mean big things and that it could lead to more "civilised discourse" during council meetings.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"You’ve probably noticed when you have an animal in the room, people are more human," he quipped.</p>

<p>The "definitely a man, and NOT three raccoons in a trench coat" candidate is actually a grade 12 student, Meir Straus.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meir, the candidate with a sense of humour says his focus will be on "housing, transportation, elections, city infrastructure, inflation, diversity, roads, hospitals, safety, crime, garbage, raccoons, weed-smell, roundabouts, organ-shortages, Canada geese, God, labour, street preachers, hipsters, uncomfortable benches, parkettes, speed bumps, and the inappropriate use of the word 'muck'."</p>

<p>His campaign website says "Vote Meir (pronounced Mayor) for Mayor: This job has my name on it."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meir in his own words "has the vision that Toronto needs," and since at eighteen-year-old, he is the youngest candidate "So he's unlikely to die in office."</p>

<p>What's more, because he's not married, "he can't have any affairs" like the previous mayor.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Three-time mayor John Tory had to abruptly resign in February of this year after news of an extramarital affair with a former staff member made the headlines. In his stead, the deputy mayor, Jennifer McKelvie, has served as interim mayor. However, McKelvie isn't planning on running for the by-elections.</p>

<p>Voting begins on June 8th and will run till June 13th, while the election day is 26 June and there are a total of 102 registered mayoral candidates.</p>

<p>Among the election frontrunners is Olivia Chow, the third choice in the 2014 elections. Also in the race are former provincial lawmaker Mitzie Hunter, councillors Ana Bailão, Brad Bradford and Josh Matlow and former police chief Mark Saunders.</p>

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In February, Toronto's three-term mayor John Tory resigned after a controversy shook the foundations of his reputation. Vying to replace Tory as the next mayor is a rescue dog and a candidate who promises that he is "definitely a real man and NOT three raccoons in a trench coat".

In February, Toronto's three-term mayor John Tory resigned after a controversy shook the foundations of his reputation. Vying to replace Tory as the next mayor is a rescue dog and a candidate who promises that he is "definitely a real man and NOT three raccoons in a trench coat". The mayoral race is interesting, to say the least. Now, you might wonder what a dog stands for. Molly, the seven-year-old rescue dog's most significant concern as per her owner Toby Heaps, is the city's use of winter road salt. This, as per Heaps, hurts her paws. Molly's owner as per the Guardian is her stand-in for the elections. Talking to reporters, Heaps said that a victory for the rescue dog could mean big things and that it could lead to more "civilised discourse" during council meetings. Also read | Using sugar substitutes for weight loss? WHO has a warning for you "You’ve probably noticed when you have an animal in the room, people are more human," he quipped. The "definitely a man, and NOT three raccoons in a trench coat" candidate is actually a grade 12 student, Meir Straus. Meir, the candidate with a sense of humour says his focus will be on "housing, transportation, elections, city infrastructure, inflation, diversity, roads, hospitals, safety, crime, garbage, raccoons, weed-smell, roundabouts, organ-shortages, Canada geese, God, labour, street preachers, hipsters, uncomfortable benches, parkettes, speed bumps, and the inappropriate use of the word 'muck'." His campaign website says "Vote Meir (pronounced Mayor) for Mayor: This job has my name on it." Meir in his own words "has the vision that Toronto needs," and since at eighteen-year-old, he is the youngest candidate "So he's unlikely to die in office." What's more, because he's not married, "he can't have any affairs" like the previous mayor. Also read | Pasta crisis grips Italy as price skyrockets 18%, govt says ‘monitoring situation’ Three-time mayor John Tory had to abruptly resign in February of this year after news of an extramarital affair with a former staff member made the headlines. In his stead, the deputy mayor, Jennifer McKelvie, has served as interim mayor. However, McKelvie isn't planning on running for the by-elections. Voting begins on June 8th and will run till June 13th, while the election day is 26 June and there are a total of 102 registered mayoral candidates. Among the election frontrunners is Olivia Chow, the third choice in the 2014 elections. Also in the race are former provincial lawmaker Mitzie Hunter, councillors Ana Bailão, Brad Bradford and Josh Matlow and former police chief Mark Saunders. (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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<p>It has long been said that Humans are 'social animals,' we thrive on being around people. We all know isolation can be emotionally taxing, which is why it has long been used as a form of punishment in jails. But can social isolation affect you mentally and impact your energy levels? New research shows that isolation affects your energy levels the same way as going without food does.</p>

<p>Researchers from the University of Vienna found that socially isolating for a period of eight hours has detrimental effects on a person. This long without company, a person's body experiences a fall in energy levels equivalent to the decrease that comes with starving for eight hours.</p>

<p>The research suggests that social isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic may have had an unexpected energy toll on people.</p>

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<p>Based on research carried out both in a laboratory setting and during the COVID-19 quarantine periods, the study suggests that social personality traits may also influence the individual's reaction to social isolation.</p>

<p>As per SciTechDaily, just as prolonged periods without food can lead to hunger, a lack of social interaction can lead to a craving response in the brain, driving us to seek social connections again.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This is supported by the "social homeostasis" theory, which proposes that there is a homeostatic system in place to independently regulate our need for social interaction.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Although our understanding of the psychological reactions to social isolation remains limited, the study’s authors propose that lowered energy may be part of our homeostatic response to a lack of social contact and a potential precursor of the more detrimental effects of long-term social isolation.</p>

<p>The study involved 30 female volunteers who, on three separate days, spent eight hours in isolation without social contact, without food, or with both social contact and food. They reported their stress, mood, and fatigue levels multiple times throughout the day, while physiological stress responses such as heart rate and cortisol were recorded by the scientists.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The results were compared with measurements from a study conducted during the lockdown in Austria and Italy in the spring of 2020.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Data from 87 participants who had spent at least an eight-hour period in isolation were used, and their stress and behavioural effects were assessed several times a day for seven days.</p>

<p>The results of the laboratory study led by Giorgia Silani from the University of Vienna showed similarities between social isolation and food deprivation, with both inducing lowered energy and heightened fatigue.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"In the lab study, we found striking similarities between social isolation and food deprivation. Both states induced lowered energy and heightened fatigue, which is surprising given that food deprivation literally makes us lose energy, while social isolation would not", said first authors Ana Stijovic and Paul Forbes.</p>

<p>The authors propose that lowered energy may be a part of our homeostatic response to a lack of social contact and a potential precursor of some more detrimental effects of long-term social isolation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It is well-known that long-term loneliness and fatigue are related, but we know little about the immediate mechanisms that underlie this link. The fact that we see this effect even after a short period of social isolation suggests that low energy could be a 'social homeostatic' adaptive response, which in the long run can become maladaptive,"&nbsp;explains Silani.</p>

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It has long been said that Humans are 'social animals,' we thrive on being around people. We all know isolation can be emotionally taxing, which is why it has long been used as a form of punishment in jails.

It has long been said that Humans are 'social animals,' we thrive on being around people. We all know isolation can be emotionally taxing, which is why it has long been used as a form of punishment in jails. But can social isolation affect you mentally and impact your energy levels? New research shows that isolation affects your energy levels the same way as going without food does. Researchers from the University of Vienna found that socially isolating for a period of eight hours has detrimental effects on a person. This long without company, a person's body experiences a fall in energy levels equivalent to the decrease that comes with starving for eight hours. The research suggests that social isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic may have had an unexpected energy toll on people. Also read | People with mental health issues at increased risk of death in heat waves: Study Based on research carried out both in a laboratory setting and during the COVID-19 quarantine periods, the study suggests that social personality traits may also influence the individual's reaction to social isolation. As per SciTechDaily, just as prolonged periods without food can lead to hunger, a lack of social interaction can lead to a craving response in the brain, driving us to seek social connections again. This is supported by the "social homeostasis" theory, which proposes that there is a homeostatic system in place to independently regulate our need for social interaction. Although our understanding of the psychological reactions to social isolation remains limited, the study’s authors propose that lowered energy may be part of our homeostatic response to a lack of social contact and a potential precursor of the more detrimental effects of long-term social isolation. The study involved 30 female volunteers who, on three separate days, spent eight hours in isolation without social contact, without food, or with both social contact and food. They reported their stress, mood, and fatigue levels multiple times throughout the day, while physiological stress responses such as heart rate and cortisol were recorded by the scientists. Also read | Wegovy, other weight loss drugs not ‘silver bullets’, says WHO amid obesity guidelines review The results were compared with measurements from a study conducted during the lockdown in Austria and Italy in the spring of 2020. Data from 87 participants who had spent at least an eight-hour period in isolation were used, and their stress and behavioural effects were assessed several times a day for seven days. The results of the laboratory study led by Giorgia Silani from the University of Vienna showed similarities between social isolation and food deprivation, with both inducing lowered energy and heightened fatigue. "In the lab study, we found striking similarities between social isolation and food deprivation. Both states induced lowered energy and heightened fatigue, which is surprising given that food deprivation literally makes us lose energy, while social isolation would not", said first authors Ana Stijovic and Paul Forbes. The authors propose that lowered energy may be a part of our homeostatic response to a lack of social contact and a potential precursor of some more detrimental effects of long-term social isolation. "It is well-known that long-term loneliness and fatigue are related, but we know little about the immediate mechanisms that underlie this link. The fact that we see this effect even after a short period of social isolation suggests that low energy could be a 'social homeostatic' adaptive response, which in the long run can become maladaptive," explains Silani. (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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<p>When you were four, what did you want to be when you grew up? An astronaut, a superhero, or a unicorn? Most of us had big dreams inspired by our favourite cartoons, comics or storybook. But a seven-year-old boy has surprised the world by not just dreaming of becoming a famous designer but becoming one. The plot twist: his dreams are inspired by his past life, he says.</p>

<p>Max Alexander, a first-grader claims he was the renowned fashion designer Gucci in his past life, and his dreams in this one are inspired by his work and passion in his previous birth.</p>

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<p>While you may not be a believer when it comes to reincarnation, nothing can deny the talent this seven-year-old possesses.</p>

<p>The little boy who started designing and creating clothes when he was only four years old told People magazine that "I actually was,&nbsp;Gucci." The magazine reports that these words were said,&nbsp;"with confidence".</p>

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<p>His mom Sherri Madison told the magazine that she didn't initially discover his talent or his interest in dressmaking.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I didn't notice. He told us. We were at dinner during the lockdown, and he just literally announced, 'I need a mannequin,'" she recalled during the interview.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"He was very serious. No laughing. I was like, 'Okay, I've never seen you interested in fashion. What are you talking about?' He said, 'That's because I don't have a mannequin. If you get me a mannequin, I'll show you. I'm a dressmaker.'"</p>

<p>Sherri who works as a cardboard artist made Max his first mannequin out of cardboard. Now, Max has several professional ones and buyers for his designs include celebrities like Sharon Stone.<br />
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<p>Max's drive for the designs, as per his mother, is the desire to help women feel beautiful.</p>

<p>"He wants women to feel beautiful and that's the drive behind it," she told People magazine adding, "He's never expressed any interest in wearing the dresses himself. He doesn't make men's wear. He really wants women of all sizes to feel beautiful."</p>

<p>To date, Max has sold more than a hundred of his designs internationally and has even held his fashion shows. As per his mother, he hopes to one day "be the head of the house of Gucci or he wants to have his own atelier, Couture to the Max Italian."</p>

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When you were four, what did you want to be when you grew up? An astronaut, a superhero, or a unicorn? Most of us had big dreams inspired by our favourite cartoons, comics or storybook.

When you were four, what did you want to be when you grew up? An astronaut, a superhero, or a unicorn? Most of us had big dreams inspired by our favourite cartoons, comics or storybook. But a seven-year-old boy has surprised the world by not just dreaming of becoming a famous designer but becoming one. The plot twist: his dreams are inspired by his past life, he says. Max Alexander, a first-grader claims he was the renowned fashion designer Gucci in his past life, and his dreams in this one are inspired by his work and passion in his previous birth. Also read | Autistic 11-year-old girl beats IQ scores of Albert Einstein, Stephen Hawking While you may not be a believer when it comes to reincarnation, nothing can deny the talent this seven-year-old possesses. The little boy who started designing and creating clothes when he was only four years old told People magazine that "I actually was, Gucci." The magazine reports that these words were said, "with confidence". View this post on Instagram A post shared by Max Alexander Fashion Designer (@couture.to.the.max) × His mom Sherri Madison told the magazine that she didn't initially discover his talent or his interest in dressmaking. "I didn't notice. He told us. We were at dinner during the lockdown, and he just literally announced, 'I need a mannequin,'" she recalled during the interview. Also read | In 2022, Swedes spent 12 million hours watching 'nothing' on Slow TV. Here's why you should take inspiration "He was very serious. No laughing. I was like, 'Okay, I've never seen you interested in fashion. What are you talking about?' He said, 'That's because I don't have a mannequin. If you get me a mannequin, I'll show you. I'm a dressmaker.'" Sherri who works as a cardboard artist made Max his first mannequin out of cardboard. Now, Max has several professional ones and buyers for his designs include celebrities like Sharon Stone. Max's drive for the designs, as per his mother, is the desire to help women feel beautiful. "He wants women to feel beautiful and that's the drive behind it," she told People magazine adding, "He's never expressed any interest in wearing the dresses himself. He doesn't make men's wear. He really wants women of all sizes to feel beautiful." To date, Max has sold more than a hundred of his designs internationally and has even held his fashion shows. As per his mother, he hopes to one day "be the head of the house of Gucci or he wants to have his own atelier, Couture to the Max Italian." (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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<p>An autistic 11-year-old girl has completed her masters&nbsp;and will soon be receiving the degree. The prodigy belongs to Mexico City and has an impressive IQ of 162 — higher than the 160 of the greatest ever physicist of this generation, Stephen Hawking.</p>

<p>The genius child, Adhara Pérez Sánchez, has an IQ that beats Albert Einstein — whose IQ is estimated to be around 160.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Adhara finished her High School education at the very young age of seven. Mirror UK reports that the genius girl will soon be awarded a masters and is currently working with the Mexican Space Agency. She is helping the space agency promote space exploration among the younger generations.</p>

<p>Her disciplines for the masters are also nothing short of impressive. She did a degree in systems and industrial engineering with a specialisation in mathematics from the Technological University of Mexico. These technical credentials at a very young&nbsp;make her stand out from everyone else her age.</p>

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<p>Despite the impressive IQ and equally impressive credentials, Adhara faced bullying because of a speech disability.</p>

<p>When she was three years old, Adhara was diagnosed with a developmental disability after her speech significantly regressed.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Her mother, Nayeli Sánchez, told Marie Claire Mexico that Adhara had to switch schools three times and her old classroom staff and classmates remained apathetic to her achievements.</p>

<p>"The teachers were not very empathetic, they told me that I wish she would finish an assignment - she began to exclude herself, she did not want to play with her classmates, she felt strange, different."</p>

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<p>"She could be at school for a while but then she couldn't, she fell asleep, she didn't want to do things anymore," she said and continued, "She was very depressed, people did not have empathy, they made fun of her."</p>

<p>The 11-year-old is studying hard to be an astronaut and hopes to colonise Mars.</p>

<p>"I want to go to space and colonise Mars," she said. "If you don’t like where you are, imagine where you want to be. I see myself at NASA, so it’s worth a try."</p>

<p>What's more, last year the University of Arizona even offered the future space explorer a scholarship to study astrophysics. However, due to visa complications, she had to defer.</p>

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An autistic 11-year-old girl has completed her masters and will soon be receiving the degree. The prodigy belongs to Mexico City and has an impressive IQ of 162 — higher than the 160 of the greatest ever physicist of this generation, Stephen Hawking.

An autistic 11-year-old girl has completed her masters and will soon be receiving the degree. The prodigy belongs to Mexico City and has an impressive IQ of 162 — higher than the 160 of the greatest ever physicist of this generation, Stephen Hawking. The genius child, Adhara Pérez Sánchez, has an IQ that beats Albert Einstein — whose IQ is estimated to be around 160. Adhara finished her High School education at the very young age of seven. Mirror UK reports that the genius girl will soon be awarded a masters and is currently working with the Mexican Space Agency. She is helping the space agency promote space exploration among the younger generations. Her disciplines for the masters are also nothing short of impressive. She did a degree in systems and industrial engineering with a specialisation in mathematics from the Technological University of Mexico. These technical credentials at a very young make her stand out from everyone else her age. Also read | In 2022, Swedes spent 12 million hours watching 'nothing' on Slow TV. Here's why you should take inspiration Despite the impressive IQ and equally impressive credentials, Adhara faced bullying because of a speech disability. When she was three years old, Adhara was diagnosed with a developmental disability after her speech significantly regressed. Watch | Gravitas: An 11-year-old has an IQ more than that of Einstein Her mother, Nayeli Sánchez, told Marie Claire Mexico that Adhara had to switch schools three times and her old classroom staff and classmates remained apathetic to her achievements. "The teachers were not very empathetic, they told me that I wish she would finish an assignment - she began to exclude herself, she did not want to play with her classmates, she felt strange, different." Also read | French startup will take people to space in a balloon. Here's how "She could be at school for a while but then she couldn't, she fell asleep, she didn't want to do things anymore," she said and continued, "She was very depressed, people did not have empathy, they made fun of her." The 11-year-old is studying hard to be an astronaut and hopes to colonise Mars. "I want to go to space and colonise Mars," she said. "If you don’t like where you are, imagine where you want to be. I see myself at NASA, so it’s worth a try." What's more, last year the University of Arizona even offered the future space explorer a scholarship to study astrophysics. However, due to visa complications, she had to defer. (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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<p>Microsoft has now expanded public access to its generative artificial intelligence programmes and the AI-enhanced features are now available for anyone to use without a waitlist.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a blog post published on Thursday, Yusuf Mehdi, corporate vice president of Microsoft, announced that the features of the company's Bing search engine and Edge internet browser are now open for anyone to use.</p>

<p>"This means that it will now be easier than ever for everyone to try the new Bing and Edge by simply signing into Bing with your Microsoft account," he said.</p>

<p>According to him,&nbsp;the services have been enhanced with the ability to work with images as well as texts. In the future, Microsoft intends to add video features to the mix.</p>

<p>The executive said that a Bing "Image Creator" was recently integrated into Microsoft's AI chatbot's repertoire, which enables it to generate visual, as well as written content.&nbsp; Additionally, the company will be expanding Image Creator's capabilities so that users can use their native languages.</p>

<p>"We are expanding Image Creator to all languages in Bing," said Mehdi, adding, "So, now, you can create images in your native language."</p>

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<p>Microsoft has so far seen people make more than 200 million images with Bing creator software, Mehdi said.</p>

<p>"We believe innovating and learning in the open is part of a responsible approach," he added.</p>

<p>"Our teams continue to work to address issues such as misinformation and disinformation, content blocking, data safety and preventing the promotion of harmful or discriminatory content in line with our AI principles."</p>

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<p>The developments come as experts flag the dangers of AI, which include but are not limited to potential uses for fraud, with voice clones, deep-fake videos and convincing written messages.</p>

<p>In March of this year, a range of experts urged a pause in the development of AI systems and asked for time to make sure that the systems are safe.</p>

<p>Over 1,000 people, including billionaire Elon Musk and Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak, were among the signatories of the open letter prompted by generative AI technology from Microsoft-backed firm OpenAI.&nbsp;The letter claimed that "AI systems with human-competitive intelligence can pose profound risks to society and humanity."</p>

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<p>"Powerful AI systems should be developed only once we are confident that their effects will be positive and their risks will be manageable," it said.</p>

<p>The dangers have even prompted Geoffrey Hinton, a prominent computer scientist often dubbed as "the godfather of artificial intelligence" to quit his job at Google to speak out about the dangers of the technology.</p>

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Microsoft has now expanded public access to its generative artificial intelligence programmes and the AI-enhanced features are now available for anyone to use without a waitlist.

Microsoft has now expanded public access to its generative artificial intelligence programmes and the AI-enhanced features are now available for anyone to use without a waitlist. In a blog post published on Thursday, Yusuf Mehdi, corporate vice president of Microsoft, announced that the features of the company's Bing search engine and Edge internet browser are now open for anyone to use. "This means that it will now be easier than ever for everyone to try the new Bing and Edge by simply signing into Bing with your Microsoft account," he said. According to him, the services have been enhanced with the ability to work with images as well as texts. In the future, Microsoft intends to add video features to the mix. The executive said that a Bing "Image Creator" was recently integrated into Microsoft's AI chatbot's repertoire, which enables it to generate visual, as well as written content. Additionally, the company will be expanding Image Creator's capabilities so that users can use their native languages. "We are expanding Image Creator to all languages in Bing," said Mehdi, adding, "So, now, you can create images in your native language." Also read | Artificial Intelligence a threat to journalism: Press Freedom Index report Microsoft has so far seen people make more than 200 million images with Bing creator software, Mehdi said. "We believe innovating and learning in the open is part of a responsible approach," he added. "Our teams continue to work to address issues such as misinformation and disinformation, content blocking, data safety and preventing the promotion of harmful or discriminatory content in line with our AI principles." Watch | Which jobs will AI replace? The developments come as experts flag the dangers of AI, which include but are not limited to potential uses for fraud, with voice clones, deep-fake videos and convincing written messages. In March of this year, a range of experts urged a pause in the development of AI systems and asked for time to make sure that the systems are safe. Over 1,000 people, including billionaire Elon Musk and Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak, were among the signatories of the open letter prompted by generative AI technology from Microsoft-backed firm OpenAI. The letter claimed that "AI systems with human-competitive intelligence can pose profound risks to society and humanity." Also read | Google, Microsoft CEOs called to AI meeting at White House "Powerful AI systems should be developed only once we are confident that their effects will be positive and their risks will be manageable," it said. The dangers have even prompted Geoffrey Hinton, a prominent computer scientist often dubbed as "the godfather of artificial intelligence" to quit his job at Google to speak out about the dangers of the technology. (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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<p>In Hong Kong, the world's most expensive city, the government has recently announced an increase in the city's minimum wage, but it is so low that for those struggling to make ends meet, it'll hardly do anything.</p>

<p>According to an Al Jazeera report, the minimum wage in Hong Kong has been raised by 2.50 Hong Kong dollars or USD 32 cents. The hike has brought the city's minimum wage to 40 Hong Kong dollars (or $5.10) per hour.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The measly 6.25 per cent raise comes after a four-year freeze and it has left activists and community workers scathing.</p>

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<p>Wong Shek-hung, director of the Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan programme at the charitable organisation Oxfam, has expressed concern.</p>

<p>"We think this is unacceptable," he said, adding "It cannot cover basic needs in Hong Kong."</p>

<p>According to CNN, the minimum wage in Hong Kong was frozen in 2021 due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the city's economy. Authorities at the time argued that a wage increase would put additional pressure on enterprises and could lead to the loss of low-wage jobs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, Wong argues that this increase will make little difference for the low-paid workers in Hong Kong.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The high cost of living in the city, particularly when it comes to housing, remains. He said that he believes that the increase is not sufficient to cover the basic needs of low-paid workers in the city.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Oxfam has expressed concern that the recent increase in Hong Kong's minimum wage is still lower than what a family of two would receive through the city's social security programme.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It has called on the government to raise the minimum wage to at least HK$45.4 ($5.78) per hour. The organisation has described the recent increase in the minimum wage as "almost negligible" and has urged the government to take further action to address the challenges faced by low-paid workers in Hong Kong.</p>

<p>The Hong Kong Society of Community Organizations (SOCO) has also proposed a higher minimum wage of at least HK$53.4 ($6.8) per hour, which it believes would provide a more adequate standard of living for low-paid workers.</p>

<p>In January, Hong Kong's Secretary for Labour and Welfare, Chris Sun, rejected the argument that the minimum wage should be raised to the same level as social welfare payments. He argued that "many people...would rather work than receive social welfare because they think it has more value in their lives."</p>

<p>"After all, do people like to go to work or not? In fact, going to work is not just for earning money. It is important to one’s spirit and health," said Sun, as per Hong Kong public broadcaster RTHK.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"So the two can’t be compared. One is welfare, the other is work."</p>

<p>According to Sun, going to work is not just about earning money, but also has a positive impact on one's spirit and health. He claimed that social welfare and work cannot be compared because they serve different purposes.</p>

<p>Sun's comments highlight the ongoing debate over the minimum wage and social welfare policies in Hong Kong. While some argue that the minimum wage should be raised to ensure that low-paid workers can earn a decent living, others believe that social welfare should provide a safety net for those who cannot earn enough through work.</p>

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In Hong Kong, the world's most expensive city, the government has recently announced an increase in the city's minimum wage, but it is so low that for those struggling to make ends meet, it'll hardly do anything.

In Hong Kong, the world's most expensive city, the government has recently announced an increase in the city's minimum wage, but it is so low that for those struggling to make ends meet, it'll hardly do anything. According to an Al Jazeera report, the minimum wage in Hong Kong has been raised by 2.50 Hong Kong dollars or USD 32 cents. The hike has brought the city's minimum wage to 40 Hong Kong dollars (or $5.10) per hour. The measly 6.25 per cent raise comes after a four-year freeze and it has left activists and community workers scathing. Also read | 'Our epidemic of loneliness and isolation': US surgeon general points to the importance of social connection Wong Shek-hung, director of the Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan programme at the charitable organisation Oxfam, has expressed concern. "We think this is unacceptable," he said, adding "It cannot cover basic needs in Hong Kong." According to CNN, the minimum wage in Hong Kong was frozen in 2021 due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the city's economy. Authorities at the time argued that a wage increase would put additional pressure on enterprises and could lead to the loss of low-wage jobs. However, Wong argues that this increase will make little difference for the low-paid workers in Hong Kong. The high cost of living in the city, particularly when it comes to housing, remains. He said that he believes that the increase is not sufficient to cover the basic needs of low-paid workers in the city. Also read | Tinder 'swipes left' on Russia, to 'dump' the warring nation by June 30 Oxfam has expressed concern that the recent increase in Hong Kong's minimum wage is still lower than what a family of two would receive through the city's social security programme. It has called on the government to raise the minimum wage to at least HK$45.4 ($5.78) per hour. The organisation has described the recent increase in the minimum wage as "almost negligible" and has urged the government to take further action to address the challenges faced by low-paid workers in Hong Kong. The Hong Kong Society of Community Organizations (SOCO) has also proposed a higher minimum wage of at least HK$53.4 ($6.8) per hour, which it believes would provide a more adequate standard of living for low-paid workers. In January, Hong Kong's Secretary for Labour and Welfare, Chris Sun, rejected the argument that the minimum wage should be raised to the same level as social welfare payments. He argued that "many people...would rather work than receive social welfare because they think it has more value in their lives." "After all, do people like to go to work or not? In fact, going to work is not just for earning money. It is important to one’s spirit and health," said Sun, as per Hong Kong public broadcaster RTHK. "So the two can’t be compared. One is welfare, the other is work." According to Sun, going to work is not just about earning money, but also has a positive impact on one's spirit and health. He claimed that social welfare and work cannot be compared because they serve different purposes. Sun's comments highlight the ongoing debate over the minimum wage and social welfare policies in Hong Kong. While some argue that the minimum wage should be raised to ensure that low-paid workers can earn a decent living, others believe that social welfare should provide a safety net for those who cannot earn enough through work. (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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<p>Heart attacks, diabetes, murderers, and even depression are threats to life everyone knows about, but as per the US surgeon general, there's an 'epidemic' that's silently killing people in the US.</p>

<p>Vivek Murthy, the United States surgeon general on Tuesday (May 2nd) released an advisory on loneliness and isolation, silent killers that are affecting thousands of people in the country.</p>

<p>He urged the people as well as public officials to treat the matter with the same urgency that is given to other serious conditions like drug abuse.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per Murthy, loneliness is affecting about half the people living in the US.</p>

<p>"Right now, millions of people are telling us through their stories and statistics that their tank is running on empty when it comes to social connection," he said, adding that it needs to be a public health priority.</p>

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<p>"So bottom line is this has to be a public health priority that we consider on par with tobacco, with substance use disorders, with obesity and other issues that we know profoundly impacted people's lives."</p>

<p>In his advisory, Murthy says that while the issue has been there for decades, the pandemic has brought it to the forefront.&nbsp;The bomb has been ticking since the 1970s; people's attachment to their local community is on a decline.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Research produced by Gallup, Pew Research Centre, and the National Opinion Research Center’s General Social Survey demonstrates that since the 1970s, religious preference, affiliation, and participation among US adults have declined," says the advisory.</p>

<p>It further cites polls from the 1970s wherein 45 per cent of Americans said they can trust their fellow countrymen, by 2016, this number fell to 30 per cent.</p>

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<p>The advisory suggests that some particular groups are more at risk than others.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Studies find the highest prevalence of loneliness and isolation among people with&nbsp;poor physical or mental health, disabilities, financial insecurity, those who live alone, single parents, as well as younger and older populations."</p>

<p>Additionally, "individuals from ethnic and racial minority groups, LGBTQ+ individuals, rural residents, victims of domestic violence, and those who experience discrimination or marginalisation."</p>

<p>As per Murthy's advisory, "young&nbsp;adults are almost twice as likely to report feeling lonely than those over 65." Between 1976 and 2019, the rate of loneliness among young adults has increased every year.</p>

<p>One reason behind this influx in isolation and loneliness could be people's growing dependence on technology.</p>

<p>Americans on average spend six hours a day on digital media, and one in three said they are online "almost constantly."</p>

<p>The lack of connection, according to the Guardian report quoting the Kaiser Family Foundation, contributes to an increase in hospital visits and dementia. It also adds to a vicious cycle of anxiety and depression that one-third of US adults reported experiencing.</p>

<p>"Many of us felt lonely or isolated in a way we had never experienced before," Murthy's advisory says that while social connection had been declining for decades before COVID-19 but the pandemic exacerbated it.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The advisory points to the importance of social connection and that, as per recent estimates synthesised from 148 studies, suggests that it increases the odds of survival by 50 per cent.</p>

<p>It further suggests that being around people, especially loved ones, also motivates one to take care of themselves.</p>

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Heart attacks, diabetes, murderers, and even depression are threats to life everyone knows about, but as per the US surgeon general, there's an 'epidemic' that's silently killing people in the US.

Heart attacks, diabetes, murderers, and even depression are threats to life everyone knows about, but as per the US surgeon general, there's an 'epidemic' that's silently killing people in the US. Vivek Murthy, the United States surgeon general on Tuesday (May 2nd) released an advisory on loneliness and isolation, silent killers that are affecting thousands of people in the country. He urged the people as well as public officials to treat the matter with the same urgency that is given to other serious conditions like drug abuse. As per Murthy, loneliness is affecting about half the people living in the US. "Right now, millions of people are telling us through their stories and statistics that their tank is running on empty when it comes to social connection," he said, adding that it needs to be a public health priority. Also read | Tinder 'swipes left' on Russia, to 'dump' the warring nation by June 30 "So bottom line is this has to be a public health priority that we consider on par with tobacco, with substance use disorders, with obesity and other issues that we know profoundly impacted people's lives." In his advisory, Murthy says that while the issue has been there for decades, the pandemic has brought it to the forefront. The bomb has been ticking since the 1970s; people's attachment to their local community is on a decline. "Research produced by Gallup, Pew Research Centre, and the National Opinion Research Center’s General Social Survey demonstrates that since the 1970s, religious preference, affiliation, and participation among US adults have declined," says the advisory. It further cites polls from the 1970s wherein 45 per cent of Americans said they can trust their fellow countrymen, by 2016, this number fell to 30 per cent. Also read | UK: Man dies after getting trapped in cave at indoor climbing centre The advisory suggests that some particular groups are more at risk than others. "Studies find the highest prevalence of loneliness and isolation among people with poor physical or mental health, disabilities, financial insecurity, those who live alone, single parents, as well as younger and older populations." Additionally, "individuals from ethnic and racial minority groups, LGBTQ+ individuals, rural residents, victims of domestic violence, and those who experience discrimination or marginalisation." As per Murthy's advisory, "young adults are almost twice as likely to report feeling lonely than those over 65." Between 1976 and 2019, the rate of loneliness among young adults has increased every year. One reason behind this influx in isolation and loneliness could be people's growing dependence on technology. Americans on average spend six hours a day on digital media, and one in three said they are online "almost constantly." The lack of connection, according to the Guardian report quoting the Kaiser Family Foundation, contributes to an increase in hospital visits and dementia. It also adds to a vicious cycle of anxiety and depression that one-third of US adults reported experiencing. "Many of us felt lonely or isolated in a way we had never experienced before," Murthy's advisory says that while social connection had been declining for decades before COVID-19 but the pandemic exacerbated it. The advisory points to the importance of social connection and that, as per recent estimates synthesised from 148 studies, suggests that it increases the odds of survival by 50 per cent. It further suggests that being around people, especially loved ones, also motivates one to take care of themselves. (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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<p>Mark Zuckerberg, famous for building arguably the most famous social media platform Facebook and the Metaverse, is now "building" dresses. Recently, the tech mogul took to Instagram to share pictures of 3D-printed dresses he made for his daughter.</p>

<p>The Facebook CEO posted pictures of his daughter wearing the 3D printed clothes with the caption, "I love building things and recently started designing and 3D printing dresses with the girls. A few projects from the last month."</p>

<p>He also revealed that for this special project, he learned to sew. "and yes, I had to learn to sew," he wrote.</p>

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<p>Users were quick to appreciate Zuckerberg's ingenuity. Among those praising his designs was tech entrepreneur Eva Chen, who commented that his dresses were "Met Gala ready!!!"</p>

<p>Many of his followers expressed their curiosity about the 3D printer used to make such intricate designs and the material they were made of.</p>

<p>Others were quick to point out that the dresses resembled Prada's chain mail sequined minidress. One user even sent Zuckerberg the link to the said dress, which he then shared in a comment on the post.</p>

<p>Clothes made through 3D printing are not a new concept. As per Sculpteo, "the link between fashion and 3D printing is quite strong and amazing."</p>

<p>Many designers have created and showcased amazing outfits made via 3D printing.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A few years back, in 2018, American designer Julia Daviy, the co-founder and CEO of Imageneria, introduced to the world not one or two designs but a whole collection of 3D-printed clothes. Contrary to what you might imagine, her clothes have been described as pieces that "can be worn with nonchalant ease."</p>

<p>In 2019, another American designer, Travis Fitch, also unveiled a collection of 3D-printed clothes.</p>

<p>Adidas too has launched shoes made using this technology. The company's Futurecraft 4D project creates shoes with a midsole created in partnership with Carbon 3D. These shoe midsoles are made using recycled plastic found in the ocean.</p>

<p>Not only this 3D printed jewellery is also a thing. According to Sculpteo, the technology is actually more sustainable than textiles as it "only need to use the amount of material that is needed to create your project."</p>

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Mark Zuckerberg, famous for building arguably the most famous social media platform Facebook and the Metaverse, is now "building" dresses. Recently, the tech mogul took to Instagram to share pictures of 3D-printed dresses he made for his daughter.

Mark Zuckerberg, famous for building arguably the most famous social media platform Facebook and the Metaverse, is now "building" dresses. Recently, the tech mogul took to Instagram to share pictures of 3D-printed dresses he made for his daughter. The Facebook CEO posted pictures of his daughter wearing the 3D printed clothes with the caption, "I love building things and recently started designing and 3D printing dresses with the girls. A few projects from the last month." He also revealed that for this special project, he learned to sew. "and yes, I had to learn to sew," he wrote. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mark Zuckerberg (@zuck) × Users were quick to appreciate Zuckerberg's ingenuity. Among those praising his designs was tech entrepreneur Eva Chen, who commented that his dresses were "Met Gala ready!!!" Many of his followers expressed their curiosity about the 3D printer used to make such intricate designs and the material they were made of. Others were quick to point out that the dresses resembled Prada's chain mail sequined minidress. One user even sent Zuckerberg the link to the said dress, which he then shared in a comment on the post. Clothes made through 3D printing are not a new concept. As per Sculpteo, "the link between fashion and 3D printing is quite strong and amazing." Many designers have created and showcased amazing outfits made via 3D printing. A few years back, in 2018, American designer Julia Daviy, the co-founder and CEO of Imageneria, introduced to the world not one or two designs but a whole collection of 3D-printed clothes. Contrary to what you might imagine, her clothes have been described as pieces that "can be worn with nonchalant ease." In 2019, another American designer, Travis Fitch, also unveiled a collection of 3D-printed clothes. Adidas too has launched shoes made using this technology. The company's Futurecraft 4D project creates shoes with a midsole created in partnership with Carbon 3D. These shoe midsoles are made using recycled plastic found in the ocean. Not only this 3D printed jewellery is also a thing. According to Sculpteo, the technology is actually more sustainable than textiles as it "only need to use the amount of material that is needed to create your project." (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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<p>With the official accession of British King Charles III looming over everyone’s heads, people sharing his name or that of the Queen Consort Camilla have, in a matter of speaking, won the lottery.</p>

<p>King Charles’ coronation is scheduled for next week, May 6&nbsp;to be exact. To cash in on the festivities surrounding the coronation, opportunistic brands across the United Kingdom have launched marketing campaigns offering freebies to the royal couple’s namesakes.</p>

<p>These freebies range from free coffee to a mini break at fancy resorts. Winners just have to share the name Charles or Camilla and in some instances, even variations of the names will do.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">👑 Make your extra bank holiday a Royal affair 👑<a href="https://twitter.com/The_CosyClub?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@The_CosyClub</a> is toasting the Coronation with special menu items, music and games!<br />
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Even receive a FREE cocktail if you are called Charles, Camilla or King (surname)!<br />
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For more: <a href="https://t.co/WGVj6W2kcC">https://t.co/WGVj6W2kcC</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/worcestershirehour?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#worcestershirehour</a> <a href="https://t.co/RQ7KqtDIRk">pic.twitter.com/RQ7KqtDIRk</a></p>
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<p>Butlin’s, a company with “a chain of large seaside resorts”, is offering the Charles (s) and Camilla (s) of the UK a free mini break at the resort of their choice. Not only this, this experience comes with a package deal of premium dining and the chance to see ‘The Masked Singer,’ a reality singing show live. Don’t fret if your name isn’t Camilla or Charles. As per the Guardian, this “prize” is also available for people named Charlie, Charli, Charl, Kamilla or Cammie.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">The Coronation of King Charles III is almost here, so to celebrate we’re giving away THREE free breaks to three royally lucky winners with names linked to the new King &amp; Queen Consort! 👑<br />
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To find out more and enter, head here 👉 <a href="https://t.co/xIzQLGPLrF">https://t.co/xIzQLGPLrF</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Competition?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Competition</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Coronation?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Coronation</a> <a href="https://t.co/veW8Ff1ity">pic.twitter.com/veW8Ff1ity</a></p>
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<p>Another free vacation, or rather stay-cation, has been made available for the royal couple’s namesakes by Warner Holidays. They are offering a two-night staycation “fit for a king,” to people named Charles and Camilla. No variations of the names are allowed here.</p>

<p>Don’t have time for a vacation but you enjoy food? “Eat like a king” with HelloFresh, which is offering recipe boxes with a special menu to mark the event, this comes with “pre-portioned ingredients and easy-to-follow recipe cards.”</p>

<p>Bletchley Park in Milton Keynes, famed for housing secret British code-breaking activities during World War II, is offering free entry to the historic site. Tickets here cost £25.50 or $32.06 a pop for adults.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">1 week to go until the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Coronation?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Coronation</a>!<br />
Why not celebrate this historical day at Bletchley Park?<br />
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P.S. To honour the Coronation of Their Royal Majesties, anyone with the first name Charles or Camilla, or any derivative of, will receive free entry for the day!<a href="https://t.co/iZUTd2tf7V">https://t.co/iZUTd2tf7V</a> <a href="https://t.co/YDP1mC4WuX">pic.twitter.com/YDP1mC4WuX</a></p>
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<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/king-charles-coronation-a-timeline-of-key-events-from-monarchs-life-585421">King Charles coronation: A timeline of key events from monarch's life</a></strong></p>

<p>However, as per marketing experts, even as brands jump on the bandwagon, not all the offerings are “fit for a king”.</p>

<p>Talking to the Guardian Catherine Shuttleworth, chief executive of Savvy Marketing remarked, “We are seeing brands jumping on the bandwagon, but not everything has a natural or an obvious fit.” She pointed the finger at Tesco, which made headlines for its “let’s celebrate the king’s coronation” signs next to sanitary products.</p>

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<p>Tesco’s sign left the internet in splits with netizens cracking puns like: “Menstruation for the Coronation,” and “Not what’s typically meant by ‘bleeding for King and Country’ but fair play.”</p>

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With the official accession of British King Charles III looming over everyone’s heads, people sharing his name or that of the Queen Consort Camilla have, in a matter of speaking, won the lottery.

With the official accession of British King Charles III looming over everyone’s heads, people sharing his name or that of the Queen Consort Camilla have, in a matter of speaking, won the lottery. King Charles’ coronation is scheduled for next week, May 6 to be exact. To cash in on the festivities surrounding the coronation, opportunistic brands across the United Kingdom have launched marketing campaigns offering freebies to the royal couple’s namesakes. These freebies range from free coffee to a mini break at fancy resorts. Winners just have to share the name Charles or Camilla and in some instances, even variations of the names will do. Also read | Tom Cruise, Sonam Kapoor will participate in King Charles' starry coronation concert 👑 Make your extra bank holiday a Royal affair 👑@The_CosyClub is toasting the Coronation with special menu items, music and games! Even receive a FREE cocktail if you are called Charles, Camilla or King (surname)! For more: https://t.co/WGVj6W2kcC#worcestershirehour pic.twitter.com/RQ7KqtDIRk — Worcester BID (@WorcesterBID) April 20, 2023 × Butlin’s, a company with “a chain of large seaside resorts”, is offering the Charles (s) and Camilla (s) of the UK a free mini break at the resort of their choice. Not only this, this experience comes with a package deal of premium dining and the chance to see ‘The Masked Singer,’ a reality singing show live. Don’t fret if your name isn’t Camilla or Charles. As per the Guardian, this “prize” is also available for people named Charlie, Charli, Charl, Kamilla or Cammie. The Coronation of King Charles III is almost here, so to celebrate we’re giving away THREE free breaks to three royally lucky winners with names linked to the new King & Queen Consort! 👑 To find out more and enter, head here 👉 https://t.co/xIzQLGPLrF #Competition #Coronation pic.twitter.com/veW8Ff1ity — Butlin's (@Butlins) April 18, 2023 × Another free vacation, or rather stay-cation, has been made available for the royal couple’s namesakes by Warner Holidays. They are offering a two-night staycation “fit for a king,” to people named Charles and Camilla. No variations of the names are allowed here. Don’t have time for a vacation but you enjoy food? “Eat like a king” with HelloFresh, which is offering recipe boxes with a special menu to mark the event, this comes with “pre-portioned ingredients and easy-to-follow recipe cards.” Bletchley Park in Milton Keynes, famed for housing secret British code-breaking activities during World War II, is offering free entry to the historic site. Tickets here cost £25.50 or $32.06 a pop for adults. 1 week to go until the #Coronation! Why not celebrate this historical day at Bletchley Park? P.S. To honour the Coronation of Their Royal Majesties, anyone with the first name Charles or Camilla, or any derivative of, will receive free entry for the day!https://t.co/iZUTd2tf7V pic.twitter.com/YDP1mC4WuX — Bletchley Park (@bletchleypark) April 29, 2023 × Also read | King Charles coronation: A timeline of key events from monarch's life However, as per marketing experts, even as brands jump on the bandwagon, not all the offerings are “fit for a king”. Talking to the Guardian Catherine Shuttleworth, chief executive of Savvy Marketing remarked, “We are seeing brands jumping on the bandwagon, but not everything has a natural or an obvious fit.” She pointed the finger at Tesco, which made headlines for its “let’s celebrate the king’s coronation” signs next to sanitary products. Tesco really making us celebrate the Kings coronation … 😂 pic.twitter.com/O5Js0nINtu — Lord Melbury (@BottomLineLord) April 21, 2023 × Tesco’s sign left the internet in splits with netizens cracking puns like: “Menstruation for the Coronation,” and “Not what’s typically meant by ‘bleeding for King and Country’ but fair play.” (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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<p>Another day, another "peegate". A passenger aboard an American Airlines flight has been detained for allegedly urinating on his co-passenger. The man, as per reports, was inebriated and had gotten into an argument with a co-passenger. The incident happened on a New York to Delhi nonstop flight on Sunday evening.</p>

<p>The man was handed over to Delhi local police on April 23 for his "disruptive" behaviour.</p>

<p>"An allegedly inebriated passenger relieved himself on another passenger. American Airlines has recorded the statements of co-passengers and handed over the passenger to law enforcement agencies. An FIR has been lodged," said a senior DGCA official as per a TOI report.</p>

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<p>However, conflicting versions of the alleged incident are emerging.</p>

<p>While the airline in its complaint to the local police and aviation regulator Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) alleged that a drunken passenger had urinated over a co-traveller, the Delhi Police said that statements from co-passengers failed to substantiate the allegations.</p>

<p>"The staff did not share who the accused urinated over or where did he do so in the aircraft. Passengers sitting near him also submitted in writing that they were not urinated over," said a senior Delhi police officer, as reported by the Hindu.</p>

<p>In a press statement, American Airlines said that a passenger was handed over to law enforcement following a "disruption on board". Citing an anonymous DGCA official, the Hindu also reported that the airline will be holding a further investigation into the matter as per internal procedures.</p>

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<p>Over the past few months, multiple incidents of drunk passengers peeing or urinating on their fellow passengers have come to light. Just last month, a 20-year-old Delhi student was accused of urinating on a business class passenger on another American Airlines flight from New York to Delhi.</p>

<p>Before that, in November and December of last year, similar incidents were reported on Air India flights to India. In December, on an Air India-102 flight from New York to Delhi, a male flyer relieved himself on a female passenger. In December, a man on an Air India-142 flight from Paris to Delhi urinated on a vacant seat and the blanket of a fellow passenger.</p>

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Another day, another "peegate". A passenger aboard an American Airlines flight has been detained for allegedly urinating on his co-passenger. The man, as per reports, was inebriated and had gotten into an argument with a co-passenger.

Another day, another "peegate". A passenger aboard an American Airlines flight has been detained for allegedly urinating on his co-passenger. The man, as per reports, was inebriated and had gotten into an argument with a co-passenger. The incident happened on a New York to Delhi nonstop flight on Sunday evening. The man was handed over to Delhi local police on April 23 for his "disruptive" behaviour. "An allegedly inebriated passenger relieved himself on another passenger. American Airlines has recorded the statements of co-passengers and handed over the passenger to law enforcement agencies. An FIR has been lodged," said a senior DGCA official as per a TOI report. Also read | American Airlines bans unruly, inebriated Indian student for urinating on co-passenger: Report However, conflicting versions of the alleged incident are emerging. While the airline in its complaint to the local police and aviation regulator Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) alleged that a drunken passenger had urinated over a co-traveller, the Delhi Police said that statements from co-passengers failed to substantiate the allegations. "The staff did not share who the accused urinated over or where did he do so in the aircraft. Passengers sitting near him also submitted in writing that they were not urinated over," said a senior Delhi police officer, as reported by the Hindu. In a press statement, American Airlines said that a passenger was handed over to law enforcement following a "disruption on board". Citing an anonymous DGCA official, the Hindu also reported that the airline will be holding a further investigation into the matter as per internal procedures. Also read | Pathetic! Drunk man urinates on woman in New York-Delhi Air India flight; banned for a month Over the past few months, multiple incidents of drunk passengers peeing or urinating on their fellow passengers have come to light. Just last month, a 20-year-old Delhi student was accused of urinating on a business class passenger on another American Airlines flight from New York to Delhi. Before that, in November and December of last year, similar incidents were reported on Air India flights to India. In December, on an Air India-102 flight from New York to Delhi, a male flyer relieved himself on a female passenger. In December, a man on an Air India-142 flight from Paris to Delhi urinated on a vacant seat and the blanket of a fellow passenger. (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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<p>On Friday, beachgoers in Hollywood, Miami were met with an unusual, yet 'exciting,'&nbsp;sight as a waterspout moved from the water and crashed onto the beach. The waterspout's movement from two miles offshore and onto the beach's sand was captured by CBS. The video of the incident has captured the interest of more than 28,000 people on Twitter alone.</p>

<p>As it moved towards the shore, it sent tourists and locals scurrying, seeking shelter from the natural phenomenon.</p>

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<p>A 'waterspout,' as per the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), it is a "whirling column of air and water mist". They are often accompanied by high winds and seas, large hail, and frequent dangerous lightning.</p>

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<p>Talking to CBS, a couple who were&nbsp;visiting Miami from Oregon said that they witnessed the funnel start to form and come down. Molly Hansbrough, the wife, said that "it was very exciting, especially when you saw it crashing into the water."</p>

<p>Rob Kavalauskas, another person to witness the weather event, captured it. "I was riding my bike, I pulled over and started recording," he told CBS. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The waterspout touched down on the coast before it dissipated.</p>

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<p>In the US, when a waterspout moves onshore, the National Weather Service issues a tornado warning, as the weather phenomenon can cause significant damage and even injuries to those present nearby.</p>

<p>On Friday, too, a tornado warning was issued.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Then we get the warning on our phone, there's an alert for the next half hour for a tornado," said Molly Hansbrough.</p>

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On Friday, beachgoers in Hollywood, Miami were met with an unusual, yet 'exciting,' sight as a waterspout moved from the water and crashed onto the beach. The waterspout's movement from two miles offshore and onto the beach's sand was captured by CBS.

On Friday, beachgoers in Hollywood, Miami were met with an unusual, yet 'exciting,' sight as a waterspout moved from the water and crashed onto the beach. The waterspout's movement from two miles offshore and onto the beach's sand was captured by CBS. The video of the incident has captured the interest of more than 28,000 people on Twitter alone. As it moved towards the shore, it sent tourists and locals scurrying, seeking shelter from the natural phenomenon. Watch the video here: Video from a CBS news helicopter shows the moment a waterspout crashed onto a beach full of people in Hollywood Beach, Florida. More info here:https://t.co/yYZu2jXzCa pic.twitter.com/gj8uf1poHF — BBC Weather (@bbcweather) April 22, 2023 × A 'waterspout,' as per the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), it is a "whirling column of air and water mist". They are often accompanied by high winds and seas, large hail, and frequent dangerous lightning. Also read | Daunte Wright's killer, Kim Potter released from prison Talking to CBS, a couple who were visiting Miami from Oregon said that they witnessed the funnel start to form and come down. Molly Hansbrough, the wife, said that "it was very exciting, especially when you saw it crashing into the water." Rob Kavalauskas, another person to witness the weather event, captured it. "I was riding my bike, I pulled over and started recording," he told CBS. The waterspout touched down on the coast before it dissipated. Also read | Shakahola cult deaths: 73 bodies linked to Kenyan cult found, Ruto vows action In the US, when a waterspout moves onshore, the National Weather Service issues a tornado warning, as the weather phenomenon can cause significant damage and even injuries to those present nearby. On Friday, too, a tornado warning was issued. "Then we get the warning on our phone, there's an alert for the next half hour for a tornado," said Molly Hansbrough. (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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<p>Air India has made the headlines once again, this time for a pilot treating the cockpit as his living room and 'entertaining' a female friend. The incident happened on international flight AI 915 from Dubai to Delhi on February 27th. As per an HT report, the pilot not only mistreated the cabin crew but also endangered the passengers with his actions.&nbsp;</p>

<p>India's aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is currently investigating the complaint filed by a member of the cabin crew.</p>

<p>The pilot allegedly wanted the cabin crew to make sure that the cockpit, a.k.a., the control centre for the aeroplane, appeared welcoming to his guest.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As per the complaint, the whole flight was wrought with problems. To start with, the pilots were late;&nbsp;they didn't show up at their reporting time and instead entered the aeroplane late, with the passengers.</p>

<p>Then the pilot against whom the complaint has been filed made demands for a seat upgrade for his friend and when that wasn't available asked for her to be seated in the cockpit. The guest was eventually seated in the first observer seat, which goes against&nbsp;DGCA safety norms.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to DGCA's Civil Aviation Regulations (CAR): "An employee of the aircraft operator, who has the permission of the pilot-in-command (PIC) and whose duties are such that his/ her entry into the cockpit is necessary for the safe operation of the aircraft can only be allowed in the cockpit provided they have done the mandatory BA tests."</p>

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<p>In addition, the pilot asked her to be served alcohol in the cockpit, a request the complainant denied. Following this, the pilot's behaviour took a dark turn, and he became "snappy and rude," and started treating the cabin crew member "like a servant working exclusively for him."</p>

<p>DCGA said that it was "looking at the technical and safety aspects involved in the matter." Air India too has launched an investigation&nbsp;and has "constituted a committee to investigate the issues raised."</p>

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Air India has made the headlines once again, this time for a pilot treating the cockpit as his living room and 'entertaining' a female friend. The incident happened on international flight AI 915 from Dubai to Delhi on February 27th.

Air India has made the headlines once again, this time for a pilot treating the cockpit as his living room and 'entertaining' a female friend. The incident happened on international flight AI 915 from Dubai to Delhi on February 27th. As per an HT report, the pilot not only mistreated the cabin crew but also endangered the passengers with his actions. India's aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is currently investigating the complaint filed by a member of the cabin crew. The pilot allegedly wanted the cabin crew to make sure that the cockpit, a.k.a., the control centre for the aeroplane, appeared welcoming to his guest. Also read | Research reveals how Artificial Intelligence can help look for alien lifeforms on Mars and other planets As per the complaint, the whole flight was wrought with problems. To start with, the pilots were late; they didn't show up at their reporting time and instead entered the aeroplane late, with the passengers. Then the pilot against whom the complaint has been filed made demands for a seat upgrade for his friend and when that wasn't available asked for her to be seated in the cockpit. The guest was eventually seated in the first observer seat, which goes against DGCA safety norms. According to DGCA's Civil Aviation Regulations (CAR): "An employee of the aircraft operator, who has the permission of the pilot-in-command (PIC) and whose duties are such that his/ her entry into the cockpit is necessary for the safe operation of the aircraft can only be allowed in the cockpit provided they have done the mandatory BA tests." Also read | Artificial Intelligence helps 'solve the mystery,' match medicine to patient, aid in treatment of depression In addition, the pilot asked her to be served alcohol in the cockpit, a request the complainant denied. Following this, the pilot's behaviour took a dark turn, and he became "snappy and rude," and started treating the cabin crew member "like a servant working exclusively for him." DCGA said that it was "looking at the technical and safety aspects involved in the matter." Air India too has launched an investigation and has "constituted a committee to investigate the issues raised." (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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<p>The Golden Temple, which is one of the holiest sites for Sikhs in India, has become the stage for a&nbsp;controversy. A girl, one of the many devotees visiting the holy shrine, was purportedly denied entry into the Harminder Sahib Gurudwara, popularly known as Golden Temple, which is located in Amritsar, a city in the North&nbsp;Indian state of Punjab. A video of the alleged incident is going viral on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook alike.</p>

<p>In the video's initial moments, the girl could be heard talking to a man, complaining about being denied entry into the Golden Temple, allegedly because of a tricolour she had painted on her face. She blames a guard at the holy shrine for this.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The video then progresses to the unidentified man walking up to the holy shrine's guard and questioning him about his alleged behaviour. In the video, the guard could be heard saying that the girl was stopped because of the flag she had on her face.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After this, the guard when asked, "India nhi hai ye" (this isn't India?) says "Nhi, Punjab hai ye" (No this is Punjab).&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Following this statement, things seem to get heated up, and the two men can be heard arguing. At one point, the guard even tries to snatch the phone out of the hands of the girl recording this video.</p>

<p>Responding to the video, the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), the organisation that looks after the upkeep of Sikh places of worship in India, apologised for the misbehaviour of the temple official. They also said that the flag painted on the girl's face wasn't the Indian tricolour as it was missing the Ashok Chakra&nbsp;and that it could've been a political flag.</p>

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<p>"This is a Sikh shrine. Every religious place has its own decorum...We welcome everyone...We apologise if an official misbehaved...The flag on her face was not our national flag as it didn't have Ashoka Chakra. It could have been a political flag," said SGPC General Secretary Gurcharan Singh Grewal.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A Delhi-based advocate&nbsp;has&nbsp;reportedly filed a complaint under various clauses of the IPC for "Anti National Comments" by the temple guard. As per a Tweet made by him, he is also seeking action against SGPC officers "who supports Anti National acts."</p>

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<p>The alleged incident has triggered mixed reactions from netizens online. While many reacted angrily to the claim that entry was denied for supporting the Indian tricolour on one's face, others say that every holy shrine has its rules and dress code.</p>

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The Golden Temple, which is one of the holiest sites for Sikhs in India, has become the stage for a controversy. A girl, one of the many devotees visiting the holy shrine, was purportedly denied entry into the Harminder Sahib Gurudwara, popularly known as Golden Temple, which is located in Amritsar, a city in the North Indian state of Punjab.

The Golden Temple, which is one of the holiest sites for Sikhs in India, has become the stage for a controversy. A girl, one of the many devotees visiting the holy shrine, was purportedly denied entry into the Harminder Sahib Gurudwara, popularly known as Golden Temple, which is located in Amritsar, a city in the North Indian state of Punjab. A video of the alleged incident is going viral on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook alike. In the video's initial moments, the girl could be heard talking to a man, complaining about being denied entry into the Golden Temple, allegedly because of a tricolour she had painted on her face. She blames a guard at the holy shrine for this. Take a look at the video: It's #Punjab not India Location : Golden Temple, Punjab Incident: A girl refused entry to temple Reason: Girl had Indian Flag painted on her face pic.twitter.com/L6ucqoXCUY — Ashwini Shrivastava (@AshwiniSahaya) April 17, 2023 × The video then progresses to the unidentified man walking up to the holy shrine's guard and questioning him about his alleged behaviour. In the video, the guard could be heard saying that the girl was stopped because of the flag she had on her face. After this, the guard when asked, "India nhi hai ye" (this isn't India?) says "Nhi, Punjab hai ye" (No this is Punjab). Also read | Explained: Times when Pulwama terror attack became a flashpoint in Indian politics Following this statement, things seem to get heated up, and the two men can be heard arguing. At one point, the guard even tries to snatch the phone out of the hands of the girl recording this video. Responding to the video, the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), the organisation that looks after the upkeep of Sikh places of worship in India, apologised for the misbehaviour of the temple official. They also said that the flag painted on the girl's face wasn't the Indian tricolour as it was missing the Ashok Chakra and that it could've been a political flag. Here's a video of SGPC responding to the controversy: ਸਚਖੰਡ ਸ੍ਰੀ ਹਰਿਮੰਦਰ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਵਿਖੇ ਚਾਰੇ ਦਰਵਾਜ਼ੇ ਖੁੱਲ੍ਹੇ, ਕਿਸੇ ਨੂੰ ਨਹੀਂ ਰੋਕਿਆ ਜਾਂਦਾ, ਪਰ ਗੁਰੂ ਘਰ ਦੀ ਮਰਯਾਦਾ ਦਾ ਪਾਲਣ ਲਾਜ਼ਮੀ: ਐਡਵੋਕੇਟ ਹਰਜਿੰਦਰ ਸਿੰਘ ਧਾਮੀ, ਪ੍ਰਧਾਨ, ਸ਼੍ਰੋਮਣੀ ਗੁਰਦੁਆਰਾ ਪ੍ਰਬੰਧਕ ਕਮੇਟੀ। #SGPCPresident #HarjinderSinghDhami #Sikhs #Delhi pic.twitter.com/IXfLUfuzc1 — Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (@SGPCAmritsar) April 17, 2023 × Also read | India’s apex court heard arguments on same-sex marriage legalisation. Here’s what happened "This is a Sikh shrine. Every religious place has its own decorum...We welcome everyone...We apologise if an official misbehaved...The flag on her face was not our national flag as it didn't have Ashoka Chakra. It could have been a political flag," said SGPC General Secretary Gurcharan Singh Grewal. A Delhi-based advocate has reportedly filed a complaint under various clauses of the IPC for "Anti National Comments" by the temple guard. As per a Tweet made by him, he is also seeking action against SGPC officers "who supports Anti National acts." @vineetJindal19 filed complaint upon Anti National Comments by official at Harminder Sahib Gurudawara,#Amritsar with @DGPPunjabPolice seeking lodging of FIR u/s 153A,153B,504,505,120B of IPC. Also seeking action against #SGPC officers who supports Anti National acts. pic.twitter.com/lUe2vrOGnb — Adv.Vineet Jindal (@vineetJindal19) April 18, 2023 × The alleged incident has triggered mixed reactions from netizens online. While many reacted angrily to the claim that entry was denied for supporting the Indian tricolour on one's face, others say that every holy shrine has its rules and dress code. Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of photos and videos shared on social media. (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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<p>In Central China's Henan Province, two lions escaped their enclosure mid-performance, causing widespread panic among the audience. As per reports, the two lions are part of a circus in Luoyang, China. They escaped through an unlocked door. There were no casualties or injuries, as the breeder swiftly trapped the lions in a cage. However, the circus has been ordered to suspend its operations.</p>

<p>Talking to Global Times, an eyewitness claimed that the doorway of the enclosure where the lion's act was being performed was not securely closed, which led to the animals escaping.</p>

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<p>One of the lions ran out of the stage enclosure and was later even seen wandering outside the circus. Its presence created panic among the locals and tourists in the audience, who were seen fleeing in all directions.</p>

<p>Talking to the press, the local police said that the felines were captured. Videos online show the lions escaping and later being carried away in a cage.</p>

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<p>The local government on Saturday released a statement on its official Weibo account — China's alternative for WhatsApp — and said that the circus has been ordered to suspend business for rectification. It also said that relevant investigation and disposal work is being carried out.</p>

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In Central China's Henan Province, two lions escaped their enclosure mid-performance, causing widespread panic among the audience. As per reports, the two lions are part of a circus in Luoyang, China.

In Central China's Henan Province, two lions escaped their enclosure mid-performance, causing widespread panic among the audience. As per reports, the two lions are part of a circus in Luoyang, China. They escaped through an unlocked door. There were no casualties or injuries, as the breeder swiftly trapped the lions in a cage. However, the circus has been ordered to suspend its operations. Talking to Global Times, an eyewitness claimed that the doorway of the enclosure where the lion's act was being performed was not securely closed, which led to the animals escaping. Also read | Mistaken for a hare, Chinese man dies in hunting accident One of the lions ran out of the stage enclosure and was later even seen wandering outside the circus. Its presence created panic among the locals and tourists in the audience, who were seen fleeing in all directions. Talking to the press, the local police said that the felines were captured. Videos online show the lions escaping and later being carried away in a cage. Watch the video here: #China:Two lions jumped out of the cage during during the audition of the Global Summit International Circus-Luoyang Station tour, and the audience scattered and fled out of auditorium. The lions have been captured, no one was injured. pic.twitter.com/7ykpUIXugQ — Siraj Noorani (@sirajnoorani) April 16, 2023 × The local government on Saturday released a statement on its official Weibo account — China's alternative for WhatsApp — and said that the circus has been ordered to suspend business for rectification. It also said that relevant investigation and disposal work is being carried out. (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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<p>What works for one may not for another. This is especially true when it comes to mental health problems like depression and antidepressants. These drugs that can make a person's life significantly better often come with serious side effects. To avoid this and ensure that medications work effectively, an Israeli health-tech company is using Artificial Intelligence to match antidepressants to patients.</p>

<p>According to World Health Organization, globally, more than 280 million people suffer from depression. However, as per estimates for two-thirds of them, the initial prescriptions for depression or anxiety may not work properly.</p>

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<p>The groundbreaking AI-based technology uses brain cells generated from patients' blood samples which are then tested for biomarkers when exposed to various antidepressants.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Genetika+, the company then analyses the patient's medical history and genetic data to determine the best drug and correct dosage for a doctor to prescribe.</p>

<p>As per a BBC report, the AI-based technology is still in development and is set to be launched commercially in 2024.</p>

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<p>The company has secured funding from the European Union's European Research Council and European Innovation Council. It is also working with pharmaceutical companies to develop precision drugs.</p>

<p>"We are in the right time to be able to marry the latest computer technology and biological technology advances," says neuroscientist Dr Cohen Solal, who is the co-founder and chief executive of Genetika+. Solal says that AI can help "solve the mystery" of which drugs work.</p>

<p>Dr Heba Sailem, senior lecturer of biomedical AI and data science at King's College London says that the potential for AI to transform the global pharmaceutical industry is huge.</p>

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What works for one may not for another. This is especially true when it comes to mental health problems like depression and antidepressants. These drugs that can make a person's life significantly better often come with serious side effects.

What works for one may not for another. This is especially true when it comes to mental health problems like depression and antidepressants. These drugs that can make a person's life significantly better often come with serious side effects. To avoid this and ensure that medications work effectively, an Israeli health-tech company is using Artificial Intelligence to match antidepressants to patients. According to World Health Organization, globally, more than 280 million people suffer from depression. However, as per estimates for two-thirds of them, the initial prescriptions for depression or anxiety may not work properly. Also read | Research reveals how Artificial Intelligence can help look for alien lifeforms on Mars and other planets The groundbreaking AI-based technology uses brain cells generated from patients' blood samples which are then tested for biomarkers when exposed to various antidepressants. Genetika+, the company then analyses the patient's medical history and genetic data to determine the best drug and correct dosage for a doctor to prescribe. As per a BBC report, the AI-based technology is still in development and is set to be launched commercially in 2024. Also read | Here's how Artificial Intelligence can help modern-day Goldilocks get a good night's sleep The company has secured funding from the European Union's European Research Council and European Innovation Council. It is also working with pharmaceutical companies to develop precision drugs. "We are in the right time to be able to marry the latest computer technology and biological technology advances," says neuroscientist Dr Cohen Solal, who is the co-founder and chief executive of Genetika+. Solal says that AI can help "solve the mystery" of which drugs work. Dr Heba Sailem, senior lecturer of biomedical AI and data science at King's College London says that the potential for AI to transform the global pharmaceutical industry is huge. (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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