UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's old personal phone number has been leaked online, causing concerns about the security and privacy of government officials.

The breach came to light when pranksters on social media shared audio recordings of Sunak's phone ringing and the Prime Minister's message response,&nbsp;Express.co.uk&nbsp;reported.

The leaked phone number has been in use by the UK Prime Minister for many years, even during his tenure as Chancellor and the leadership election that transpired last year.

When Rishi Sunak assumed office as the Prime Minister a year ago, a new phone number was allocated to him. However, the leaked messages reveal that the old number remains operational, posing potential security risks.

<h2>Downing Street's response</h2>

When approached for comment about the security breach, a Downing Street spokesman refrained from making any statements, stating, "We don't comment on security matters." This response adds an air of mystery to the situation, leaving many to wonder about the extent of the breach's implications.

The leaked phone number has sparked varied reactions, with some considering it a significant security breach and others downplaying its importance. A member of the Tory party on the home affairs committee expressed that while the situation might be inconvenient for the Prime Minister, it might not necessarily qualify as a security breach, as it's possible that many colleagues and friends already had access to the number, not to mention potential hostile intelligence agencies.

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<h2>WhatsApp messages in question</h2>

In an unrelated development, Sunak's testimony to the UK COVID-19 Inquiry revealed that he was unable to provide WhatsApp messages sent from the leaked number. He cited the lack of backups and multiple phone changes over the last three years as the reasons behind his inability to access these messages. This brings up concerns about the preservation and accessibility of government officials' communication records.

The leaking of a UK Prime Minister's phone number is not a novel occurrence. In a similar incident, Prime Minister Boris Johnson was compelled to change his phone number during his tenure after a security breach. Reports from The Guardian indicate that his mobile number had been accessible online for approximately 15 years, emphasising the challenges of safeguarding sensitive contact information for high-ranking officials.

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Additionally, the breach of a government official's phone number is not limited to Prime Ministers. Former British Prime Minister Liz Truss experienced a personal phone hack, allegedly orchestrated by agents working for Russian President Vladimir Putin. This breach resulted in unauthorised access to classified information, including top-secret details of international negotiations and private messages. The compromised communications also contained discussions with senior foreign ministers concerning international matters such as the conflict in Ukraine and arms shipments.

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UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's old personal phone number has been leaked online, causing concerns about the security and privacy of government officials. The breach came to light when pranksters on social media shared audio recordings of Sunak's phone ringing and the Prime Minister's message response, Express.

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's old personal phone number has been leaked online, causing concerns about the security and privacy of government officials. The breach came to light when pranksters on social media shared audio recordings of Sunak's phone ringing and the Prime Minister's message response, Express.co.uk reported. The leaked phone number has been in use by the UK Prime Minister for many years, even during his tenure as Chancellor and the leadership election that transpired last year. When Rishi Sunak assumed office as the Prime Minister a year ago, a new phone number was allocated to him. However, the leaked messages reveal that the old number remains operational, posing potential security risks. Downing Street's response When approached for comment about the security breach, a Downing Street spokesman refrained from making any statements, stating, "We don't comment on security matters." This response adds an air of mystery to the situation, leaving many to wonder about the extent of the breach's implications. The leaked phone number has sparked varied reactions, with some considering it a significant security breach and others downplaying its importance. A member of the Tory party on the home affairs committee expressed that while the situation might be inconvenient for the Prime Minister, it might not necessarily qualify as a security breach, as it's possible that many colleagues and friends already had access to the number, not to mention potential hostile intelligence agencies. Also read | US, UK support Canada amid row with India over curtailed diplomatic presence WhatsApp messages in question In an unrelated development, Sunak's testimony to the UK COVID-19 Inquiry revealed that he was unable to provide WhatsApp messages sent from the leaked number. He cited the lack of backups and multiple phone changes over the last three years as the reasons behind his inability to access these messages. This brings up concerns about the preservation and accessibility of government officials' communication records. The leaking of a UK Prime Minister's phone number is not a novel occurrence. In a similar incident, Prime Minister Boris Johnson was compelled to change his phone number during his tenure after a security breach. Reports from The Guardian indicate that his mobile number had been accessible online for approximately 15 years, emphasising the challenges of safeguarding sensitive contact information for high-ranking officials. Also watch | UK: Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to complete one year in office Additionally, the breach of a government official's phone number is not limited to Prime Ministers. Former British Prime Minister Liz Truss experienced a personal phone hack, allegedly orchestrated by agents working for Russian President Vladimir Putin. This breach resulted in unauthorised access to classified information, including top-secret details of international negotiations and private messages. The compromised communications also contained discussions with senior foreign ministers concerning international matters such as the conflict in Ukraine and arms shipments. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<h2>Ballesta's&nbsp;second win in WPY's 59-year history</h2>

Laurent Ballesta's remarkable win is the second as he has claimed the WPY title. This made him the only second photographer to achieve this distinction in the competition's 59-year history.

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His previous win in 2021 was for an awe-inspiring shot capturing a trio of grouper fish in the midst of spawning.

The announcement of Ballesta's triumph came during an extravagant gala dinner held at London's Natural History Museum. Kathy Moran, chair of the judging panel, outlined the "secret sauce", the four key criteria for a winning image. It included "aesthetics," "moment," "narrative," and "something that has a conservation edge to it."

Ballesta's photograph embodied all of these qualities and that is how it earned the prestigious recognition.

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According to Moran, Ballesta's winning photograph possessed a unique "luminosity", creating the illusion of an alien presence drifting across the ocean floor.

"It really does feel like an alien floating across the seafloor - but when you step back and realise just how important these creatures are to ocean health and human health, we just felt the image brought it all together and we couldn't pass it up,"&nbsp;Moran reportedly said.&nbsp;

<h2>Tri-spine horseshoe crab's battle for survival</h2>

Despite surviving for over 100 million years, the tri-spine horseshoe crab is posed with numerous threats, including habitat destruction and overfishing for both food and its blood, which is essential in vaccine development.

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Fortunately, in the young marine reserve around Pangatalan Island, these remarkable creatures are receiving the protection they desperately need.&nbsp;"It took a few tries," Bechler reportedly said and added, "The lights were the most difficult thing in the image to get right, because you want them to go across the entire scene but you also don't want them to be too bright and burnt out. I used a timer to not get any blur and then I took photo after photo until I got that moment."

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Laurent Ballesta has clinched the title of Wildlife Photographer of the Year (WPY) 2023 with his striking photograph of a horseshoe crab, an enigmatic marine arthropod.

Laurent Ballesta has clinched the title of Wildlife Photographer of the Year (WPY) 2023 with his striking photograph of a horseshoe crab, an enigmatic marine arthropod. This mysterious creature was captured hugging the seabed in the waters off Pangatalan Island, Philippines. Accompanying the horseshoe crab were three small fish, eagerly awaiting opportunities to feast on any meal unearthed by the crab's movements. Ballesta's second win in WPY's 59-year history Laurent Ballesta's remarkable win is the second as he has claimed the WPY title. This made him the only second photographer to achieve this distinction in the competition's 59-year history. Also Read | 104-year-old woman dies days before entering into Guinness World Records for daring skydive His previous win in 2021 was for an awe-inspiring shot capturing a trio of grouper fish in the midst of spawning. The announcement of Ballesta's triumph came during an extravagant gala dinner held at London's Natural History Museum. Kathy Moran, chair of the judging panel, outlined the "secret sauce", the four key criteria for a winning image. It included "aesthetics," "moment," "narrative," and "something that has a conservation edge to it." Ballesta's photograph embodied all of these qualities and that is how it earned the prestigious recognition. Also Read | NASA to unveil fascinating Bennu asteroid sample to the public According to Moran, Ballesta's winning photograph possessed a unique "luminosity", creating the illusion of an alien presence drifting across the ocean floor. "It really does feel like an alien floating across the seafloor - but when you step back and realise just how important these creatures are to ocean health and human health, we just felt the image brought it all together and we couldn't pass it up," Moran reportedly said. Tri-spine horseshoe crab's battle for survival Despite surviving for over 100 million years, the tri-spine horseshoe crab is posed with numerous threats, including habitat destruction and overfishing for both food and its blood, which is essential in vaccine development. Watch | Taylor Swift's Era's tour film set to shatter records with $200 MN global debut × Fortunately, in the young marine reserve around Pangatalan Island, these remarkable creatures are receiving the protection they desperately need. "It took a few tries," Bechler reportedly said and added, "The lights were the most difficult thing in the image to get right, because you want them to go across the entire scene but you also don't want them to be too bright and burnt out. I used a timer to not get any blur and then I took photo after photo until I got that moment." 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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35th U.S. President John F. Kennedy was assassinated on 22nd November 1963 in Dallas, Texas. A former marine Lee Harvey Oswald was arrested in the case, but he was killed before trial. The Warren commission concluded that Oswald acted alone. Over the years, several conspiracy theorists have pointed at the presence of second shooter- one who is believed to have fired the fatal shot from a grassy knoll. A secret service agent who was on duty (and part of the Presidential motorcade) on the day of the tragedy, has opened up about his version of the truth. The story lends weight to the two-shooter theory. Vikram Chandra brings you a report.

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If global growth has slowed down in 2023, the coming year is unlikely to be any different for the world economy. A new forecast issued by the United Nations has asked the world to be prepared for "stalling and divergent" growth next year. The UN’s trade and development report stated that global economic growth will rise slightly, from 2.4% in 2023 to 2.5% in 2024.

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The Ukrainian prosecutor general said at least 49 people were killed, including a six-year-old boy, in a Russian strike on Thursday (Oct 5) in eastern Ukraine. &nbsp;In other news, Russia has signed a deal with the breakaway Georgian region of Abkhazia to set up a naval base on the Black Sea coast, its leader announced Thursday (Oct 5). The move comes as Moscow pulls out its Black Sea fleet from Crimea, likely because of increased missile and drone attacks from Ukraine.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said&nbsp;on the messaging app Telegram that Russia targeted a grocery store, describing the attack as a "brutal Russian crime".&nbsp;Zelensky said the strike had slammed into the Kupiansk district, which borders Russia. In the war-battered region, Russian forces have been pushing to recapture territory they lost last year to Ukrainian troops.&nbsp;

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Aslan Bzhania, the leader of the separatist region, said that an agreement had been signed for a permanent naval base in the Ochamchira region. "We have signed an agreement, and in the near future there will be a permanent base of the Russian Navy in the Ochamchira district," Bzhania was quoted as saying by Izvestiya newspaper. "This is all aimed at increasing the level of defence capability of both Russia and Abkhazia, and this kind of interaction will continue," he said, adding, "There are also things I can't talk about."

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The Ukrainian prosecutor general said at least 49 people were killed, including a six-year-old boy, in a Russian strike on Thursday (Oct 5) in eastern Ukraine. In other news, Russia has signed a deal with the breakaway Georgian region of Abkhazia to set up a naval base on the Black Sea coast, its leader announced Thursday (Oct 5).

The Ukrainian prosecutor general said at least 49 people were killed, including a six-year-old boy, in a Russian strike on Thursday (Oct 5) in eastern Ukraine. In other news, Russia has signed a deal with the breakaway Georgian region of Abkhazia to set up a naval base on the Black Sea coast, its leader announced Thursday (Oct 5). The move comes as Moscow pulls out its Black Sea fleet from Crimea, likely because of increased missile and drone attacks from Ukraine. Click on the headlines to read more Zelensky alleges 'brutal Russian crime' in Ukraine after 49 killed in strike Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on the messaging app Telegram that Russia targeted a grocery store, describing the attack as a "brutal Russian crime". Zelensky said the strike had slammed into the Kupiansk district, which borders Russia. In the war-battered region, Russian forces have been pushing to recapture territory they lost last year to Ukrainian troops. Russia to set up naval base in breakaway Georgian region of Abkhazia Aslan Bzhania, the leader of the separatist region, said that an agreement had been signed for a permanent naval base in the Ochamchira region. "We have signed an agreement, and in the near future there will be a permanent base of the Russian Navy in the Ochamchira district," Bzhania was quoted as saying by Izvestiya newspaper. "This is all aimed at increasing the level of defence capability of both Russia and Abkhazia, and this kind of interaction will continue," he said, adding, "There are also things I can't talk about." Nobel Prize in Literature: Jon Fosse wins for giving 'voice to unsayable' The Nobel Prize in Literature 2023 has been awarded to a Norwegian author Jon Fosse “for his innovative plays and prose which give voice to the unsayable,” said the award-giving body, on Thursday (Oct 5). The playwright and novelist told Reuters that the prestigious award for literature is both overwhelming and scary. 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Delhi BJP leaders hold prayer meeting at Rajghat to 'liberate' people from clutches of 'corrupt' AAP govt The Delhi Bharatiya Janata Party leaders, on Thursday (Oct 5), flocked to Rajghat, Mahatma Gandhi's memorial, and held a prayer meeting for the "liberation" of people from the "corrupt" AAP government in the city. Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva stated that their party's struggle to liberate people from the clutches of the "corrupt" AAP government headed by Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal will continue.

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A 104-year-old woman, who is from Chicago, United States, has been aiming to get certified as the oldest person to ever skydive after she made a tandem jump from a height of 13,500ft in northern Illinois.

“Age is just a number,” said Dorothy Hoffner, while interacting with a cheering crowd seconds after she touched the ground on Sunday (Oct 1) at Skydive Chicago in Ottawa, which is 85 miles (140km) south-west of Chicago, reported the Chicago Tribune.

In May 2022, the Guinness World Record for the world’s oldest skydiver was made by 103-year-old Linnea Ingegard Larsson from Sweden. However, Skydive Chicago has been working to get the jump of Hoffner certified as a record by the Guinness World Records, reported WLS-TV.

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Hoffner attempted her first skydive at the age of 100. She left her walker behind on Sunday and sat beside others waiting inside to skydive. “Let’s go, let’s go, Geronimo!” said Hoffner, after she was finally seated.

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When the woman first skydived, she stated that people had to push the woman out of the aircraft. However, on Sunday, the 104-year-old woman who was tethered to a US Parachute Association-certified instructor, insisted that she wished to lead the jump from 13,500ft (4,100 meters).

<h2>Next target&nbsp;hot air balloon, says the adventurer</h2>

The woman appeared calm and confident when the flight was aloft and the people onboard opened its aft door to reveal tan crop fields far below, shortly before she went towards the edge and leapt into the air.

The woman jumped out of the plane with her head first and completed a perfect forward roll in the sky before she flew stably in freefall as her belly faced the ground.

The woman dived for seven minutes, which included the slow descent of her parachute to the ground. As she landed on the ground, the woman clung to the harness over her narrow shoulders and softly landed on the grassy landing area.

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As soon as she landed, her friends rushed in to share congratulations as some brought the red walker of Hoffner. Speaking about how it felt to be back on the ground, Hoffner said, “Wonderful. But it was wonderful up there. The whole thing was delightful, wonderful, couldn’t have been better.”

After her jump, her mind of Hoffner quickly turned towards other challenges. The Chicago woman, who will turn 105 in December, stated that she might hop on a hot air balloon next time. “I’ve never been in one of those,” she stated.

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A 104-year-old woman, who is from Chicago, United States, has been aiming to get certified as the oldest person to ever skydive after she made a tandem jump from a height of 13,500ft in northern Illinois.

A 104-year-old woman, who is from Chicago, United States, has been aiming to get certified as the oldest person to ever skydive after she made a tandem jump from a height of 13,500ft in northern Illinois. “Age is just a number,” said Dorothy Hoffner, while interacting with a cheering crowd seconds after she touched the ground on Sunday (Oct 1) at Skydive Chicago in Ottawa, which is 85 miles (140km) south-west of Chicago, reported the Chicago Tribune. In May 2022, the Guinness World Record for the world’s oldest skydiver was made by 103-year-old Linnea Ingegard Larsson from Sweden. However, Skydive Chicago has been working to get the jump of Hoffner certified as a record by the Guinness World Records, reported WLS-TV. ALSO READ | This satellite is one of the brightest objects in the sky, and astronomers are worried Hoffner attempted her first skydive at the age of 100. She left her walker behind on Sunday and sat beside others waiting inside to skydive. “Let’s go, let’s go, Geronimo!” said Hoffner, after she was finally seated. 🌎🏆WORLD RECORD🏆🌎 — Dorothy Hoffner became the oldest skydiver ever today. "Age is just a number," the 104-year-old said after she jumped at Skydive Chicago Airport. Here’s her epic jump and free fall in slow-mo: pic.twitter.com/194NdxGzSU — Jake Sheridan (@JakeSheridan_) October 1, 2023 × When the woman first skydived, she stated that people had to push the woman out of the aircraft. However, on Sunday, the 104-year-old woman who was tethered to a US Parachute Association-certified instructor, insisted that she wished to lead the jump from 13,500ft (4,100 meters). Next target hot air balloon, says the adventurer The woman appeared calm and confident when the flight was aloft and the people onboard opened its aft door to reveal tan crop fields far below, shortly before she went towards the edge and leapt into the air. The woman jumped out of the plane with her head first and completed a perfect forward roll in the sky before she flew stably in freefall as her belly faced the ground. The woman dived for seven minutes, which included the slow descent of her parachute to the ground. As she landed on the ground, the woman clung to the harness over her narrow shoulders and softly landed on the grassy landing area. WATCH | The latest dating trend in town: Girlfriend effect, explained As soon as she landed, her friends rushed in to share congratulations as some brought the red walker of Hoffner. Speaking about how it felt to be back on the ground, Hoffner said, “Wonderful. But it was wonderful up there. The whole thing was delightful, wonderful, couldn’t have been better.” After her jump, her mind of Hoffner quickly turned towards other challenges. The Chicago woman, who will turn 105 in December, stated that she might hop on a hot air balloon next time. “I’ve never been in one of those,” she stated. You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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The United Nations food agency's head warned that more than 700 million people have been affected by the severe global hunger crisis and they continue to face uncertainty regarding their next meal. 
 
The demand for food has increased continuously while the humanitarian fund continues to diminish, as reported by AP. 
 
According to estimates of the World Food Programme from 79 countries where the Rome-based agency has been operational, around 783 million people, one in 10 of the world’s population, have to go to bed hungry every night. 
 
This year, more than 345 million people are being forced to face high levels of food insecurity, which is an increase from around 200 million people from early 2021 before the occurrence of the pandemic, according to the agency.

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“We are now living with a series of concurrent and long-term crises that will continue to fuel global humanitarian needs. This is the humanitarian community’s new reality — our new normal — and we will be dealing with the fallout for years to come,” she stated. 
 
The World Food Programme (WFP) head, who is also late US senator John McCain's widow, revealed that the estimates of the agency indicate that around 47 million individuals in more than 50 countries are on the verge of facing famine.

<h2>45 million children facing acute malnutrition</h2>

The alarming report also includes around 45 million children under the age of five, who are battling acute malnutrition currently. 
 
“Our collective challenge is to ramp up the ambitious, multi-sectoral partnerships that will enable us to tackle hunger and poverty effectively, and reduce humanitarian needs over the long term," said McCain, appealing to business leaders to focus on humanitarian public-private partnerships at the council meeting. 
 
As per AP, CEO of Mastercard Michael Miebach, speaking to the council, said that “humanitarian relief has long been the domain of government" and the private sector and development institutions are considered as a source of financial donations for supplies.

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“Money is still important, but companies can offer so much more. The private sector stands ready to tackle the challenges at hand in partnership with the public sector," he said. 
 
Miebach emphasised that “business cannot succeed in a failing world" and fellow citizens are impacted by humanitarian crises in the world. 
 
He said that a business needs to use its expertise to strengthen its infrastructure so as to “innovate new approaches and deliver solutions at scale" to improve humanitarian operations. 
 
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The United Nations food agency's head warned that more than 700 million people have been affected by the severe global hunger crisis and they continue to face uncertainty regarding their next meal.

The United Nations food agency's head warned that more than 700 million people have been affected by the severe global hunger crisis and they continue to face uncertainty regarding their next meal. The demand for food has increased continuously while the humanitarian fund continues to diminish, as reported by AP. According to estimates of the World Food Programme from 79 countries where the Rome-based agency has been operational, around 783 million people, one in 10 of the world’s population, have to go to bed hungry every night. This year, more than 345 million people are being forced to face high levels of food insecurity, which is an increase from around 200 million people from early 2021 before the occurrence of the pandemic, according to the agency. ALSO READ | ‘Who is stealing our chickens and wheat,’ asks Pakistan senator amid ongoing food crisis “We are now living with a series of concurrent and long-term crises that will continue to fuel global humanitarian needs. This is the humanitarian community’s new reality — our new normal — and we will be dealing with the fallout for years to come,” she stated. The World Food Programme (WFP) head, who is also late US senator John McCain's widow, revealed that the estimates of the agency indicate that around 47 million individuals in more than 50 countries are on the verge of facing famine. 45 million children facing acute malnutrition The alarming report also includes around 45 million children under the age of five, who are battling acute malnutrition currently. “Our collective challenge is to ramp up the ambitious, multi-sectoral partnerships that will enable us to tackle hunger and poverty effectively, and reduce humanitarian needs over the long term," said McCain, appealing to business leaders to focus on humanitarian public-private partnerships at the council meeting. As per AP, CEO of Mastercard Michael Miebach, speaking to the council, said that “humanitarian relief has long been the domain of government" and the private sector and development institutions are considered as a source of financial donations for supplies. WATCH | Libya's calamity-induced humanitarian crisis “Money is still important, but companies can offer so much more. The private sector stands ready to tackle the challenges at hand in partnership with the public sector," he said. Miebach emphasised that “business cannot succeed in a failing world" and fellow citizens are impacted by humanitarian crises in the world. He said that a business needs to use its expertise to strengthen its infrastructure so as to “innovate new approaches and deliver solutions at scale" to improve humanitarian operations. You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

One in 10 people in world sleeps hungry every night: UN food programme chief

The United Nations (UN) said on Thursday (September 14) that most of the deaths due to floods in Libya's Derna could have been averted if early warning and emergency management systems had functioned properly. In other news, From China to Libya, catastrophic floods have wreaked havoc, killing thousands of people globally. The situation in the Libyan coastal city of Derna is particularly distressing due to the flash flooding caused by Storm Daniel, leaving around 4,000 and more than 10,000 missing.

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The United Nations (UN) said on Thursday (September 14) that most of the&nbsp;deaths due to floods in Libya's Derna&nbsp;could have been averted if early warning and emergency management systems had functioned properly.&nbsp;

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The situation in the Libyan coastal city of Derna is particularly distressing due to the flash flooding caused by Storm Daniel, leaving around 4,000 and more than 10,000 missing. The Libyan floods are one of the eight devastating flooding events that have created chaos on four continents in the first 11 days of September.&nbsp;

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In November 2017, the Indian mission in the United Nations was tirelessly working for a cause which was one of its kind. It was to ensure a simultaneous two-thirds majority of two principal organs of United Nations&nbsp;– the UN General Assembly and UN Security Council&nbsp;– for the re-election of Indian candidate judge Dalveer Bhandari to the International Court of Justice.

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Bill Nelson, Administrator of&nbsp;NASA, said on Thursday (September 14) said that the space agency's independent study team set up to look into UFOs (Unidentified Flying Phenomena) or UAPs (unidentified anomalous phenomena), as they are lately being called, did not find evidence that they&nbsp;had&nbsp;any extraterrestrial origin.&nbsp;

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The United Nations (UN) said on Thursday (September 14) that most of the deaths due to floods in Libya's Derna could have been averted if early warning and emergency management systems had functioned properly.

The United Nations (UN) said on Thursday (September 14) that most of the deaths due to floods in Libya's Derna could have been averted if early warning and emergency management systems had functioned properly. In other news, From China to Libya, catastrophic floods have wreaked havoc, killing thousands of people globally. The situation in the Libyan coastal city of Derna is particularly distressing due to the flash flooding caused by Storm Daniel, leaving around 4,000 and more than 10,000 missing. Click on the headlines to read more: Libya floods: UN says most casualties in Derna could have been averted The United Nations (UN) said on Thursday (September 14) that most of the deaths due to floods in Libya's Derna could have been averted if early warning and emergency management systems had functioned properly. Explained: Why has catastrophe rained from the skies in the 11 days of Sep The situation in the Libyan coastal city of Derna is particularly distressing due to the flash flooding caused by Storm Daniel, leaving around 4,000 and more than 10,000 missing. The Libyan floods are one of the eight devastating flooding events that have created chaos on four continents in the first 11 days of September. How China’s smokescreen tricks the world against UN Security Council reforms In November 2017, the Indian mission in the United Nations was tirelessly working for a cause which was one of its kind. It was to ensure a simultaneous two-thirds majority of two principal organs of United Nations – the UN General Assembly and UN Security Council – for the re-election of Indian candidate judge Dalveer Bhandari to the International Court of Justice. NASA study team rules out extra-terrestrial origin of UFOs in report Bill Nelson, Administrator of NASA, said on Thursday (September 14) said that the space agency's independent study team set up to look into UFOs (Unidentified Flying Phenomena) or UAPs (unidentified anomalous phenomena), as they are lately being called, did not find evidence that they had any extraterrestrial origin. China engaging with Kabul for pure economic interests: Former peace negotiator China's appointment of Ambassador Zhao Sheng to Afghanistan has sent ripples through the global diplomatic arena. After the Taliban's resurgence following the withdrawal of US forces, China became the first country to officially appoint a new ambassador to Kabul. Big blow: Prithvi Shaw out of majority of domestic season due to knee injury India batter Prithvi Shaw's career has already seen several ups and downs. While he is striving hard to become a regular for Team India across formats even as he has been piling up big scores in the domestic circuit at regular intervals, he continues to face hurdles from time to time. After a roaring start for Northamptonshire in the One-Day Cup 2023, he suffered a knee injury in mid-August. Experts sceptic over purported 'alien' bodies: 'Made no sense' Mexican lawmakers heard testimony the alleged bodies of two "non-human beings" during a congressional hearing, but experts have raised scepticism over it. The alleged mummified remains were displayed in two small display cases on Tuesday (September 12), marking the first time the Mexican Congress has addressed the possibility of extraterrestrial life. US assures India of strong action against cop who joked about Indian student's death India has demanded the US authorities take strict action in a case involving a Seattle cop joking over the tragic death of a student of Indian origin. Following this, the US has also assured the Indian side of prompt action. Mumbai: Chartered plane carrying six veers off the runway while landing amid heavy rains A chartered plane with six passengers and two crew members aboard, veered off at the Mumbai airport on Thursday (September 14), due to heavy rainfall. The VSR Ventures Learjet 45 aircraft VT-DBL had departed from Visakhapatnam for Mumbai. The incident took place at the time the plane attempted to land on runway 27 at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, said the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). Tharman Shanmugaratnam, Indian-origin economist, sworn in as Singapore president Tharman Shanmugaratnam, the Indian-origin Singapore-born economist, was sworn in as the ninth president of the Asian city-state on Thursday (September 14). The 66-year-old will serve a six-year term. He has succeeded President Halimah Yacob, Singapore's first female president. Her term ended on September 13.

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Scientists at the Weizmann Institute have successfully created an "embryo model" that closely resembles a 14-day-old human embryo, all without the use of sperm, eggs, or a womb, media reports said citing the research.&nbsp;This research marks a significant milestone in the field of embryo modeling, offering a powerful tool to study the earliest stages of human development safely. This groundbreaking achievement used stem cells and then chemicals to coax these cells into forming four distinct types of cells typically found in early human embryos: epiblast cells (which develop into the embryo proper), trophoblast cells (which form the placenta), hypoblast cells (supportive yolk sac), and extraembryonic mesoderm cells, as per reports.&nbsp;

<h2>A remarkable achievement&nbsp;</h2>

In order to achieve the astounding feat, a precise mixture of 120 of these cells was prepared, and intriguingly, approximately 1 percent&nbsp;of them self-assembled into a structure. But this does not resemble a human embryo.

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This process was observed until the model reached a stage comparable to a 14-day-old embryo, a crucial point in early development. "It's a black box and that's not a cliche — our knowledge is very limited," Weizmann Institute of Science Prof Jacob Hanna reportedly told a UK media outlet.&nbsp;

The resulting embryo models exhibited intricate details, including the trophoblast enveloping the embryo, cavities called lacuna that facilitate nutrient transfer from the mother's blood, a yolk sac with liver and kidney functions, and a bilaminar embryonic disc, a hallmark of this developmental stage, as per reports.&nbsp;

<h2>Unlocking the mysteries of early development</h2>

Researchers believe that these embryo models hold the potential to shed light on various aspects of early development, such as the emergence of different cell types, organ formation, and genetic diseases.

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Additionally, there's hope that they could contribute to improving in vitro fertilization (IVF) success rates and testing the safety of medicines during pregnancy.

<h2>Challenges and ethical considerations</h2>

Despite the promising results, the current 99 percent failure rate in model development poses a challenge. Understanding the causes of miscarriages or infertility may be hindered if the model cannot reliably assemble itself.

The possibility of extending embryo development beyond the 14-day stage also raises ethical questions. 
In some countries, this would not be illegal, as these models are legally distinct from actual embryos. However, opinions on this matter are divided.

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Scientists at the Weizmann Institute have successfully created an "embryo model" that closely resembles a 14-day-old human embryo, all without the use of sperm, eggs, or a womb, media reports said citing the research.

Scientists at the Weizmann Institute have successfully created an "embryo model" that closely resembles a 14-day-old human embryo, all without the use of sperm, eggs, or a womb, media reports said citing the research. This research marks a significant milestone in the field of embryo modeling, offering a powerful tool to study the earliest stages of human development safely. This groundbreaking achievement used stem cells and then chemicals to coax these cells into forming four distinct types of cells typically found in early human embryos: epiblast cells (which develop into the embryo proper), trophoblast cells (which form the placenta), hypoblast cells (supportive yolk sac), and extraembryonic mesoderm cells, as per reports. A remarkable achievement In order to achieve the astounding feat, a precise mixture of 120 of these cells was prepared, and intriguingly, approximately 1 percent of them self-assembled into a structure. But this does not resemble a human embryo. Also Read | Russia uses car tyres to cover military aircraft to deter Ukrainian drone attacks: Report This process was observed until the model reached a stage comparable to a 14-day-old embryo, a crucial point in early development. "It's a black box and that's not a cliche — our knowledge is very limited," Weizmann Institute of Science Prof Jacob Hanna reportedly told a UK media outlet. The resulting embryo models exhibited intricate details, including the trophoblast enveloping the embryo, cavities called lacuna that facilitate nutrient transfer from the mother's blood, a yolk sac with liver and kidney functions, and a bilaminar embryonic disc, a hallmark of this developmental stage, as per reports. Unlocking the mysteries of early development Researchers believe that these embryo models hold the potential to shed light on various aspects of early development, such as the emergence of different cell types, organ formation, and genetic diseases. Also Read | 'Why won't he...': Musk questions Zuckerberg regarding cage fight Additionally, there's hope that they could contribute to improving in vitro fertilization (IVF) success rates and testing the safety of medicines during pregnancy. Challenges and ethical considerations Despite the promising results, the current 99 percent failure rate in model development poses a challenge. Understanding the causes of miscarriages or infertility may be hindered if the model cannot reliably assemble itself. The possibility of extending embryo development beyond the 14-day stage also raises ethical questions. In some countries, this would not be illegal, as these models are legally distinct from actual embryos. However, opinions on this matter are divided. Watch | Kenya hosts maiden climate summit in Africa × Prof Alfonso Martinez Arias, from the department of experimental and health sciences at Pompeu Fabra University, reportedly said, "The work has, for the first time, achieved a faithful construction of the complete structure [of a human embryo] from stem cells" in the lab and opens "the door for studies of the events that lead to the formation of the human body plan". 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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