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Most of 2025 was filled with alien talk, UFOs, UAPs, whether or not extraterrestrials exist out in the universe or not, and they could someday visit us. With 3I/ATLAS, the third interstellar object visiting us, the chatter grew louder as some scientists theorised that it is on such a perfect path that it is possible it could be an "alien spaceship". Now, a top space scientist in Britain has joined in, declaring that she is "absolutely convinced" that aliens exist in the universe. She has also given a timeline for their discovery, saying they will be found within the next 50 years, Daily Mail reported. Dame Maggie Aderin–Pocock, from University College London's Department of Physics and Astronomy, says humans will find life on another planet by 2075.&nbsp;One thing that almost every other scientist agrees on is that whenever an alien species is discovered, it would be technologically superior to us. This is what Dame Maggie also says, adding that they would be much older than us. She told the publication that around 200 billion galaxies are believed to be present in the universe. With these odds, Earth cannot be the only place where ingredients for life are present. "I'm absolutely convinced that there's life out there, because with so many stars, so many planets, why would it just occur here?" she said.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/jwst-sees-a-supersonic-supermassive-black-hole-screaming-through-space-1766065205143">1,000km/second: JWST sees a supersonic supermassive black hole screaming through space</a><h2>Exoplanets in the universe</h2>The scientist put forward the Drake equation, which states that the sheer number of galaxies in the universe shows that we are not alone. The Milky Way alone has over 300 billion stars, all of them like our Sun, some even bigger. Astronomers have discovered thousands of planets orbiting stars outside our solar system. NASA alone has confirmed at least 6,000 exoplanets.&nbsp;<h2>Earth-like planet with signs of life</h2>K2–18b, 124 light–years from Earth, is one such exoplanet that made headlines in 2025. It is larger than Earth and orbits a red dwarf in its habitable zone. Scientists have detected molecules in the planet's atmosphere that are only possible if some form of life exists there. Experts believe the planet could harbour an ocean, and living organisms possibly live there. When asked about the timeline of detecting alien life, Dame Maggie said that a positive discovery should be made in the next 50 years. &nbsp;

British space scientist Dame Maggie Aderin–Pocock is sure that life is present on some other planet in the universe. Citing the sheer number of cosmic bodies and galaxies, she says there has to be someone else out there.

Most of 2025 was filled with alien talk, UFOs, UAPs, whether or not extraterrestrials exist out in the universe or not, and they could someday visit us. With 3I/ATLAS, the third interstellar object visiting us, the chatter grew louder as some scientists theorised that it is on such a perfect path that it is possible it could be an "alien spaceship". Now, a top space scientist in Britain has joined in, declaring that she is "absolutely convinced" that aliens exist in the universe. She has also given a timeline for their discovery, saying they will be found within the next 50 years, Daily Mail reported. Dame Maggie Aderin–Pocock, from University College London's Department of Physics and Astronomy, says humans will find life on another planet by 2075. One thing that almost every other scientist agrees on is that whenever an alien species is discovered, it would be technologically superior to us. This is what Dame Maggie also says, adding that they would be much older than us. She told the publication that around 200 billion galaxies are believed to be present in the universe. With these odds, Earth cannot be the only place where ingredients for life are present. "I'm absolutely convinced that there's life out there, because with so many stars, so many planets, why would it just occur here?" she said. Also Read: 1,000km/second: JWST sees a supersonic supermassive black hole screaming through space Exoplanets in the universe The scientist put forward the Drake equation, which states that the sheer number of galaxies in the universe shows that we are not alone. The Milky Way alone has over 300 billion stars, all of them like our Sun, some even bigger. Astronomers have discovered thousands of planets orbiting stars outside our solar system. NASA alone has confirmed at least 6,000 exoplanets. Earth-like planet with signs of life K2–18b, 124 light–years from Earth, is one such exoplanet that made headlines in 2025. It is larger than Earth and orbits a red dwarf in its habitable zone. Scientists have detected molecules in the planet's atmosphere that are only possible if some form of life exists there. Experts believe the planet could harbour an ocean, and living organisms possibly live there. When asked about the timeline of detecting alien life, Dame Maggie said that a positive discovery should be made in the next 50 years.

British space scientist Dame Maggie Aderin–Pocock is sure that life is present on some other planet in the universe. Citing the sheer number of cosmic bodies and galaxies, she says there has to be someone else out there.

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Homo juluensis, a human ancestor that had an unusually fat head, lived in northern China at the same time as the Denisovans, researchers have found. Uranium-series dating led them to the conclusion that this man roamed the region between about 140,000 and 230,000 years ago, the same as Homo longi, or the “Dragon Man". China during the Middle Pleistocene was populated by a mix of different groups of humans, some of whom are yet to be classified. This is why this period in human evolution is not greatly understood and is also known as the "muddle in the middle". Fossils found in the region show that H. juluensis, meaning “Large-Headed Man”, inhabited the region at this time, according to a study published in the journal Quaternary Science Reviews.&nbsp;Its fossils were first discovered in Hebei Province in the 1970s, but the species was only named in 2024. Researchers thought it was a new human species. Dating attempts on the old Big Head over the years never produced any conclusive results. Magnetostratigraphic dating of minerals in the sediment layer in which the fossils were found hinted that it could be around half a million years old. But later, infrared stimulated luminescence dating showed the species lived only about 69,000 years ago.<h2>How researchers confirmed the two lived together</h2>So researchers of the new study decided to go with uranium-series dating. Five H. juluensis fossils and the bones of other mammals found in the same layer were analysed. They conclusively found that their findings clearly show that the species roamed this site sometime between 138,000 and 228,000 years ago. Meanwhile, the Dragon Man also inhabited northern China around 150,000 years ago, which means their time in the region overlapped. &nbsp;“These results indicate that at least two morphologically distinct hominin taxa (H. juluensis and H. longi) likely coexisted in northern China,” the study authors wrote.&nbsp;Both of them are also believed to belong to the same branch of the human family tree. While it is not exactly clear how closely related they might have been, both H. longi and H. juluensis likely belong to the Denisovan heritage, with the former recently confirmed to have hailed from the species.&nbsp; &nbsp;

The northern China region was inhabited by different human species at a time. New research has confirmed that a species of fat headed humans lived alongside the Dragon Man between 138,000 and 228,000 years ago.

Homo juluensis, a human ancestor that had an unusually fat head, lived in northern China at the same time as the Denisovans, researchers have found. Uranium-series dating led them to the conclusion that this man roamed the region between about 140,000 and 230,000 years ago, the same as Homo longi, or the “Dragon Man". China during the Middle Pleistocene was populated by a mix of different groups of humans, some of whom are yet to be classified. This is why this period in human evolution is not greatly understood and is also known as the "muddle in the middle". Fossils found in the region show that H. juluensis, meaning “Large-Headed Man”, inhabited the region at this time, according to a study published in the journal Quaternary Science Reviews. Its fossils were first discovered in Hebei Province in the 1970s, but the species was only named in 2024. Researchers thought it was a new human species. Dating attempts on the old Big Head over the years never produced any conclusive results. Magnetostratigraphic dating of minerals in the sediment layer in which the fossils were found hinted that it could be around half a million years old. But later, infrared stimulated luminescence dating showed the species lived only about 69,000 years ago. How researchers confirmed the two lived together So researchers of the new study decided to go with uranium-series dating. Five H. juluensis fossils and the bones of other mammals found in the same layer were analysed. They conclusively found that their findings clearly show that the species roamed this site sometime between 138,000 and 228,000 years ago. Meanwhile, the Dragon Man also inhabited northern China around 150,000 years ago, which means their time in the region overlapped. “These results indicate that at least two morphologically distinct hominin taxa (H. juluensis and H. longi) likely coexisted in northern China,” the study authors wrote. Both of them are also believed to belong to the same branch of the human family tree. While it is not exactly clear how closely related they might have been, both H. longi and H. juluensis likely belong to the Denisovan heritage, with the former recently confirmed to have hailed from the species.

The northern China region was inhabited by different human species at a time. New research has confirmed that a species of fat-headed humans lived alongside the Dragon Man between 138,000 and 228,000 years ago.

Fat head humans and Dragon Man roamed the same China region 150,000 years ago

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Monday (Dec 22) approved the first daily pill version of Novo Nordisk’s popular weight loss drug Wegovy, revolutionising the way to treat obesity. The move has also given the drugmaker an edge over its rival Eli Lilly, whose oral drug orforglipron, is still under review. The GLP-1 drug uses the same active ingredient, semaglutide, that powers Wegovy and its sister drug Ozempic, which is used for diabetes.Both Wegovy and Ozempic are widely used as injections. The drug mimics a natural hormone that controls appetite and feelings of fullness. While the FDA had already approved a pill to be used for treating diabetes, the approval of the weight loss drug will allow doctors to prescribe the pill to patients with obesity or those who are overweight with at least one weight-related comorbidity, such as a heart condition, the company said.“With today’s approval of the Wegovy pill, patients will have a convenient, once-daily pill that can help them lose as much weight as the original Wegovy injection,” Mike Doustdar, president and CEO of Novo Nordisk, said in a statement.According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 40 per cent of American adults have a prevalence of obesity. The new development was lauded by the US Obesity Care Advocacy Network (OCAN), a nonprofit advocacy group for adults with obesity.“This development represents an important opportunity for people living with obesity, offering an alternative for those hesitant to begin injectable therapy and providing a potentially lower-cost option,” the group said in a statement to AFP.According to Novo Nordisk, the Wegovy pills are expected to be available within weeks. The availability of oral pills could also expand the market for weight loss treatments and reduce costs, CBS reported, citing experts.During a clinical trial, the oral Wegovy resulted in a weight loss of 13.6 per cent of the total body weight of participants in about 15 months, which is nearly the same as injectable Wegovy, with an average weight loss of about 15 per cent.

According to Novo Nordisk, the Wegovy pills are expected to be available within weeks. The availability of oral pills could also expand the market for weight loss treatments and reduce costs

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Monday (Dec 22) approved the first daily pill version of Novo Nordisk’s popular weight loss drug Wegovy, revolutionising the way to treat obesity. The move has also given the drugmaker an edge over its rival Eli Lilly, whose oral drug orforglipron, is still under review. The GLP-1 drug uses the same active ingredient, semaglutide, that powers Wegovy and its sister drug Ozempic, which is used for diabetes. Both Wegovy and Ozempic are widely used as injections. The drug mimics a natural hormone that controls appetite and feelings of fullness. While the FDA had already approved a pill to be used for treating diabetes, the approval of the weight loss drug will allow doctors to prescribe the pill to patients with obesity or those who are overweight with at least one weight-related comorbidity, such as a heart condition, the company said. “With today’s approval of the Wegovy pill, patients will have a convenient, once-daily pill that can help them lose as much weight as the original Wegovy injection,” Mike Doustdar, president and CEO of Novo Nordisk, said in a statement. According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 40 per cent of American adults have a prevalence of obesity. The new development was lauded by the US Obesity Care Advocacy Network (OCAN), a nonprofit advocacy group for adults with obesity. “This development represents an important opportunity for people living with obesity, offering an alternative for those hesitant to begin injectable therapy and providing a potentially lower-cost option,” the group said in a statement to AFP. According to Novo Nordisk, the Wegovy pills are expected to be available within weeks. The availability of oral pills could also expand the market for weight loss treatments and reduce costs, CBS reported, citing experts. During a clinical trial, the oral Wegovy resulted in a weight loss of 13.6 per cent of the total body weight of participants in about 15 months, which is nearly the same as injectable Wegovy, with an average weight loss of about 15 per cent.

According to Novo Nordisk, the Wegovy pills are expected to be available within weeks. The availability of oral pills could also expand the market for weight loss treatments and reduce costs.

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The man behind the controversial suicide pod has now designed a collar that cuts oxygen supply to the brain, ending a person's life. Dr Philip Nitschke, founder of pro-euthanasia group Exit International, invented the Sarco pod, a 3D-printed capsule that an American woman used to end her life in 2024 in a forest in Switzerland. Several people were arrested in connection with the death, even though assisted dying is legally protected in some circumstances in the country, as critics say Sarco doesn’t meet safety and product-regulation requirements. Now, Nitschke has demonstrated a neck collar that is intended to be used for assisted dying.&nbsp;The 78-year-old Australian physician unveiled the Kairos Kollar a few days ago. He demonstrated the collar during one of his workshops, hosted by Exit International. When worn around the neck, the collar applies pressure to the carotid arteries and baroreceptors, restricting blood flow to the brain. Dr Nitschke says this causes rapid loss of consciousness followed by death, and does not involve the use of drugs. He wrote on X, “The Exit Kairos Kollar, an important development in the assisted dying quest…fast, reliable, drug-free..and, importantly, unrestrictable.”&nbsp;According to The Herald Sun, Nitschke told the gathered crowd, "It will work like an airbag in the car, when you press a button, bang, faint and die." He added, “It works in a clever way by putting pressure on two important points on your neck that do two things: the pressure stops the flow of blood to two important arteries.”<h2>The ‘suicide switch’ under development</h2>He also informed those present that another device, called "the suicide switch", is under development. Explaining how it would work, he said, "What the death switch does is to try and resolve what happens when you lose mental capacity, you’re not eligible under any of the laws, you have got to do is have mental capacity." The device is "implanted into your leg and a timer is set for, say, two years, or five years." Once the time is up on the device, it "starts to make a noise, tick, tick, tick, and you think what’s that thing ticking is you just reset it but if you’ve become so demented that you don’t know what it is, you’ve forgotten or don’t understand, it ticks for a day or two on timing and then it kills you." &nbsp;

Kairos Kollar, a device made for assisted dying, is the latest invention by Dr Philip Nitschke, founder of pro-euthanasia group Exit International. The man is known for making the controversial Sarco pod that led to several arrests in 2024.

The man behind the controversial suicide pod has now designed a collar that cuts oxygen supply to the brain, ending a person's life. Dr Philip Nitschke, founder of pro-euthanasia group Exit International, invented the Sarco pod, a 3D-printed capsule that an American woman used to end her life in 2024 in a forest in Switzerland. Several people were arrested in connection with the death, even though assisted dying is legally protected in some circumstances in the country, as critics say Sarco doesn’t meet safety and product-regulation requirements. Now, Nitschke has demonstrated a neck collar that is intended to be used for assisted dying. The 78-year-old Australian physician unveiled the Kairos Kollar a few days ago. He demonstrated the collar during one of his workshops, hosted by Exit International. When worn around the neck, the collar applies pressure to the carotid arteries and baroreceptors, restricting blood flow to the brain. Dr Nitschke says this causes rapid loss of consciousness followed by death, and does not involve the use of drugs. He wrote on X, “The Exit Kairos Kollar, an important development in the assisted dying quest…fast, reliable, drug-free..and, importantly, unrestrictable.” According to The Herald Sun, Nitschke told the gathered crowd, "It will work like an airbag in the car, when you press a button, bang, faint and die." He added, “It works in a clever way by putting pressure on two important points on your neck that do two things: the pressure stops the flow of blood to two important arteries.” The ‘suicide switch’ under development He also informed those present that another device, called "the suicide switch", is under development. Explaining how it would work, he said, "What the death switch does is to try and resolve what happens when you lose mental capacity, you’re not eligible under any of the laws, you have got to do is have mental capacity." The device is "implanted into your leg and a timer is set for, say, two years, or five years." Once the time is up on the device, it "starts to make a noise, tick, tick, tick, and you think what’s that thing ticking is you just reset it but if you’ve become so demented that you don’t know what it is, you’ve forgotten or don’t understand, it ticks for a day or two on timing and then it kills you."

Kairos Kollar, a device made for assisted dying, is the latest invention by Dr Philip Nitschke, founder of pro-euthanasia group Exit International. The man is known for making the controversial Sarco pod that led to several arrests in 2024.

Sarco pod inventor demonstrates Kairos Kollar, reveals he is working on 'suicide switch'

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Two boats were trapped in deep mud after a massive sinkhole developed in a canal in the English county of Shropshire, England. Following the incident, emergency services were declared, labelling it as a &nbsp;“major incident.”&nbsp;A video shared by the Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service on social media platform X shows that the two canal boats trapped in the sinkhole, measuring nearly 50 by 50 meters (approximately 164 square feet), while a third boat is inclined over the slope of the sinkhole.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Update from Whitchurch: A message from Scott Hurford at the scene this evening Following a breach in the canal wall, over 50 firefighters responded swiftly. Thankfully, there are no casualties, and the incident has now moved out of the emergency phase. <a href="https://t.co/ONtGji89Ve">pic.twitter.com/ONtGji89Ve</a>&mdash; Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service (@shropsfire) <a href="https://twitter.com/shropsfire/status/2003140205268918621?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service said Monday that soon after the incident, rescue teams responded to a “significant breach” of the Shropshire Union Canal in Whitchurch, which is a historic market town near the Welsh border, according to a report in CNN.&nbsp;Scott Hurford, Area Manager at the service, said a “major incident” was declared at 5.17 am, though the situation was later assessed as “stable,” adding that search and rescue operations have now concluded. He also added that no injuries have been reported, as no individuals were believed to be on board the affected boats.<h3>Rescue operations launched</h3>Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service said crews carried out rescue operations in difficult conditions, citing unstable ground and “rapidly moving water,” but successfully brought more than 10 members of the public to safety. However, no further details about those rescued were released.&nbsp;Emergency services have urged the public to stay away from the area as response teams continue to manage the incident. Canal boats are long vessels built for Britain’s narrow canal network and were traditionally used to carry cargo, but are now commonly used as floating homes and for leisure activities.&nbsp;Meanwhile, the largest canal charity in the United Kingdom, the Canal and River Trust, said on Monday that it was launching an initial probe into the possible cause of the breach and will provide further details. “Our teams are on site and have dammed off the affected section of the canal. The priority is the safety of boaters and those in the immediate area,” the charity said in a statement.

The Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service said Monday that soon after the incident, rescue teams responded to a “significant breach” of the Shropshire Union Canal in Whitchurch, which is a historic market town near the Welsh border.

Two boats were trapped in deep mud after a massive sinkhole developed in a canal in the English county of Shropshire, England. Following the incident, emergency services were declared, labelling it as a “major incident.” A video shared by the Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service on social media platform X shows that the two canal boats trapped in the sinkhole, measuring nearly 50 by 50 meters (approximately 164 square feet), while a third boat is inclined over the slope of the sinkhole.

The Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service said Monday that soon after the incident, rescue teams responded to a “significant breach” of the Shropshire Union Canal in Whitchurch, which is a historic market town near the Welsh border.

WATCH: Giant sinkhole in England's canal swallows boats, rescue operation launched

Bill Clinton, whose pictures in the recently released Epstein files have created quite the splash on Monday (Dec 22) challenged Donald Trump's Justice Department to release all remaining files relating to the former US president and the sex offender. Accusing the Trump administration of trying to smear him, while protecting others (hint: Trump himself). This comes as the current POTUS, Trump, in a statement, expressed his concern that "Big boy" Clinton and other people who "innocently met" Epstein risk having their reputations ruined by the release of the Epstein files.<h2>Bill Clinton demands "full transparency"</h2>In a statement, Clinton's spokesperson Angel Urena alleged that the files released so far by the Department of Justice, "and the manner in which it did so, makes one thing clear: someone or something is being protected".Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/house-democrats-drop-epstein-photos-from-disturbing-paedophilic-lolita-quotes-on-bosoms-to-price-tag-for-girls-shocking-pics-reveal-bill-gates-1766131614452">Epstein files: Disturbing paedophilic quotes on bosoms to price tags for girls, here's what shocking new pics reveal</a>Speaking on behalf of the former president, Urena added, "We do not know whom, what, or why. But we do know this: we need no such protection".The files, released on Friday, contained numerous references to Clinton, including pictures, one of which showed the former president in a pool with Epstein's accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell. However, notable references to Trump, a known longtime friend of Epstein, were limited.Clinton's spokesperson called on Attorney General Pam Bondi to "immediately release any remaining materials" relating to the ex-president, including photographs, court transcripts, and interview notes. "Refusal to do so will confirm the widespread suspicion of the Department of Justice’s actions to date and not about transparency, but about insinuation—using selective releases to imply wrongdoing about individuals who have already been repeatedly cleared by the very same Department of Justice over many years, under Presidents and Attorneys General of both parties," he added.<h2>Trump on Bill Clinton</h2>Meanwhile, Trump, in his first comments since the latest Epstein files were released, pouted that the resulting furore was eclipsing his achievements. "This whole thing with Epstein is a way of trying to deflect from the tremendous success that the Republican Party has," he told reporters at his Mar-a-Lago home.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/why-are-epstein-files-still-redacted-doj-denies-cover-up-meant-to-shield-trump-1766367317764">Why are Epstein files still redacted? DOJ denies cover-up meant to shield Trump</a>On Clinton, he said, "I like Bill Clinton. I've always gotten along with Bill Clinton. I hate to see photos come out of him". He acknowledged that "There's photos of me too," claiming "Everybody was friendly with this guy (Epstein).""Bill Clinton’s a big boy, he can handle it," he said, adding "But you probably have pictures being exposed of other people that innocently met Jeffrey Epstein years ago, many years ago, and they’re highly respected bankers and lawyers and others."

Bill Clinton hit back after Epstein files resurfaced photos linking him to Epstein, accusing Trump’s DOJ of selective leaks to smear him while shielding others. Clinton demanded full transparency. Trump said Clinton can “handle it” and warned innocent reputations are being ruined.

Bill Clinton, whose pictures in the recently released Epstein files have created quite the splash on Monday (Dec 22) challenged Donald Trump's Justice Department to release all remaining files relating to the former US president and the sex offender. Accusing the Trump administration of trying to smear him, while protecting others (hint: Trump himself). This comes as the current POTUS, Trump, in a statement, expressed his concern that "Big boy" Clinton and other people who "innocently met" Epstein risk having their reputations ruined by the release of the Epstein files. Bill Clinton demands "full transparency" In a statement, Clinton's spokesperson Angel Urena alleged that the files released so far by the Department of Justice, "and the manner in which it did so, makes one thing clear: someone or something is being protected". Also read | Epstein files: Disturbing paedophilic quotes on bosoms to price tags for girls, here's what shocking new pics reveal Speaking on behalf of the former president, Urena added, "We do not know whom, what, or why. But we do know this: we need no such protection". The files, released on Friday, contained numerous references to Clinton, including pictures, one of which showed the former president in a pool with Epstein's accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell. However, notable references to Trump, a known longtime friend of Epstein, were limited. Clinton's spokesperson called on Attorney General Pam Bondi to "immediately release any remaining materials" relating to the ex-president, including photographs, court transcripts, and interview notes. "Refusal to do so will confirm the widespread suspicion of the Department of Justice’s actions to date and not about transparency, but about insinuation—using selective releases to imply wrongdoing about individuals who have already been repeatedly cleared by the very same Department of Justice over many years, under Presidents and Attorneys General of both parties," he added. Trump on Bill Clinton Meanwhile, Trump, in his first comments since the latest Epstein files were released, pouted that the resulting furore was eclipsing his achievements. "This whole thing with Epstein is a way of trying to deflect from the tremendous success that the Republican Party has," he told reporters at his Mar-a-Lago home. Also read | Why are Epstein files still redacted? DOJ denies cover-up meant to shield Trump On Clinton, he said, "I like Bill Clinton. I've always gotten along with Bill Clinton. I hate to see photos come out of him". He acknowledged that "There's photos of me too," claiming "Everybody was friendly with this guy (Epstein)." "Bill Clinton’s a big boy, he can handle it," he said, adding "But you probably have pictures being exposed of other people that innocently met Jeffrey Epstein years ago, many years ago, and they’re highly respected bankers and lawyers and others."

Bill Clinton hit back after Epstein files resurfaced photos linking him to Epstein, accusing Trump’s DOJ of selective leaks to smear him while shielding others. Clinton demanded full transparency. Trump said Clinton can “handle it” and warned innocent reputations are being ruined.

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A massive storm struck Colorado last week, disrupting more than a dozen atomic clocks and altering the US official time standard. Now the country is running &nbsp;4.8 microseconds behind the world. These atomic clocks are located at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in Boulder. Hurricane-force winds swept the state recently, hitting trees and electricity infrastructure. This posed a risk of fire, and so the state's largest energy company implemented safety shutdowns. But the atomic clocks continued ticking, thanks to the battery backup systems. However, a backup generator at NIST failed, causing a snap in operations and slowing down NIST coordinated universal time, or UTC (NIST), by 4.8 microseconds. Notably, NIST coordinated universal time, or UTC(NIST), determines the official time in the US. It is different from the other UTC used for the global time standard.<h2>The minor time error can have huge implications</h2>NIST supervisory research physicist Jeff Sherman described the time gap as "both big and small." He told Joe Hernandez at NPR, “All of the atomic clocks, a mix of hydrogen masers and caesium beam, continued ticking through the power outage last week, thanks to their battery backup systems. What failed was the connection between some of the clocks and NIST's measurement and distribution systems." This meant that the Boulder Internet Time Services no longer had an accurate time reference. A time difference of 4.8 microseconds might not seem much, but Sherman cautioned that it can affect crucial systems, such as infrastructure, telecommunications, GPS signals, and other things.<h2>How is American time determined?</h2>NIST has been America's official timekeeper since 2007. Of the 20 atomic clocks at the NIST laboratory that operate in rotation, 10 to 15 are working at any time to determine the US national time. Primary and alternate multi-channel measurement systems (MCMS) regularly monitor these clocks to quickly detect any changes in frequency. This data is fed into a computer algorithm, which, in addition to other machines, decides the exact US time. This figure works towards the world's time standards as well. Power has been restored at the facility, and assessments and repair work are being done.

American time dragged behind the rest of the world following a massive storm in Boulder, Colorado, last week. The atomic clocks housed at the facility of the countrys official timekeeper went behind because of a snag in the battery backup.

A massive storm struck Colorado last week, disrupting more than a dozen atomic clocks and altering the US official time standard. Now the country is running 4.8 microseconds behind the world. These atomic clocks are located at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in Boulder. Hurricane-force winds swept the state recently, hitting trees and electricity infrastructure. This posed a risk of fire, and so the state's largest energy company implemented safety shutdowns. But the atomic clocks continued ticking, thanks to the battery backup systems. However, a backup generator at NIST failed, causing a snap in operations and slowing down NIST coordinated universal time, or UTC (NIST), by 4.8 microseconds. Notably, NIST coordinated universal time, or UTC(NIST), determines the official time in the US. It is different from the other UTC used for the global time standard. The minor time error can have huge implications NIST supervisory research physicist Jeff Sherman described the time gap as "both big and small." He told Joe Hernandez at NPR, “All of the atomic clocks, a mix of hydrogen masers and caesium beam, continued ticking through the power outage last week, thanks to their battery backup systems. What failed was the connection between some of the clocks and NIST's measurement and distribution systems." This meant that the Boulder Internet Time Services no longer had an accurate time reference. A time difference of 4.8 microseconds might not seem much, but Sherman cautioned that it can affect crucial systems, such as infrastructure, telecommunications, GPS signals, and other things. How is American time determined? NIST has been America's official timekeeper since 2007. Of the 20 atomic clocks at the NIST laboratory that operate in rotation, 10 to 15 are working at any time to determine the US national time. Primary and alternate multi-channel measurement systems (MCMS) regularly monitor these clocks to quickly detect any changes in frequency. This data is fed into a computer algorithm, which, in addition to other machines, decides the exact US time. This figure works towards the world's time standards as well. Power has been restored at the facility, and assessments and repair work are being done.

American time dragged behind the rest of the world following a massive storm in Boulder, Colorado, last week. The atomic clocks housed at the facility of the country's official timekeeper went behind because of a snag in the battery backup.

American time lagged behind the rest of the world by 4.8 microseconds. Here is what happened

In an alternative world, 2025 would be called the year of Vladimir Putin. But we do not live in that alternative world. The Russian president was in the headlines for most of the year because of the Ukraine war, in which his military continued to make gains. In spite of the European Union-led West’s attempts to ostracise him, Putin emerged from the wilderness, mainly due to a more conciliatory stance by US President Donald Trump, who invited him to a summit in Alaska that set the ball rolling for a peace process, though no concrete results have come out of it so far. Domestically, in spite of efforts by the West to sanction the Russian economy out of existence, the nation continued to grow, albeit at a slower pace.For the first part of the year, Putin still remained a pariah for the West, skipping international events due to the 2023 International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrant hanging over him in connection with alleged war crimes in Ukraine. Yet Putin continued to be a voice to reckon with, making Russia’s independent position clear on issues including current US actions against Venezuela. Here is a snapshot of Putin in 2025.<h2>Ostracised by West, Putin gets the red carpet treatment in US</h2>The credit goes to Trump for going against the grain and calling Putin for a summit in Alaska's Anchorage in August. This could be described as the most important diplomatic outing of Putin since the Ukraine war began in 2022. Nothing substantial came out of it, though it would be fair to say that at least a first move was made towards peace. This marked a sharp departure from Trump’s predecessor Joe Biden’s approach of arming Ukraine and keeping Russia away from the international spotlight.Putin stood his ground on the war, refusing to cede territory gained by Russia during the three-year military operation in Ukraine. Europe, mainly led by figures such as French President Emmanuel Macron and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, attempted to squeeze Russia out of the global oil trade, while providing billions of dollars in military and financial aid to Ukraine.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/putin-s-marathon-annual-presser-turns-into-ask-me-anything-1766288066564/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/putin-s-marathon-annual-presser-turns-into-ask-me-anything-1766288066564/embed</a><h2>Core 5: A US-led grouping with Russia that didn't take off</h2>Late this year, there were reports of a leaked draft US national security document that argued for bringing Russia back into the fold of the international community. It spoke of a so-called “Core Five”, reportedly envisaged as a grouping of the US, Russia, China and Japan, as an alternative to the G7. The G7 itself had once been the G8 before Russia was expelled following the annexation of Crimea in 2014. The report containing the 'Core Five' idea was spiked, and possibly leaked deliberately to kill it before it could gain traction. If the germinating idea is taken at face value, it reflects American thinking that, no matter how hard the West tries, Putin and his nation cannot be wiped off from the global chessboard.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-end-war-condition-west-respect-security-interests-1766151258220">Putin says Russia will end ‘special military operations’ if West respects its security interests</a><h2>Putin’s diplomacy: Hosting leaders in Russia, skipped summits and in-person outings</h2>Most of Putin's diplomatic engagements were done from Moscow. He hosted global leaders, and participated in several summits via video conferencing.Putin resumed limited international travel with the Alaska summit. He followed this with participation in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in China.He topped off the year with a state visit to India, after having skipped the 2023 G20 summit in New Delhi due to the prevailing hostile approach towards Russia at the time.He skipped the BRICS summit in Brazil in July, due to the ICC warrant, choosing instead to attend virtually. Putin also did not attend the G20 summit in South Africa, possibly because the host nation, as a signatory to the Rome Statute, would have been obligated to act on the ICC arrest warrant.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-3i-atlas-comet-secret-weapon-joke-press-conference-1766232102632">Putin jokes about 3I/ATLAS comet as 'Russia’s secret weapon' at annual press conference</a><h2>Putin’s intentions are questioned, but he remains an important player</h2>Putin’s legacy will be judged depending on the lens one uses. The Western media narrative will make you believe that he is an autocratic expansionist who wants to invade not only Ukraine but possibly other parts of Europe, drawing comparisons with historical aggressors like Hitler.&nbsp;Or he could be considered a nationalist leader who does not want NATO or Europe to gain a strategic foothold in Ukraine or other former Soviet states. From this perspective, he is attempting to create a territorial buffer along Russia’s borders, with the invasion of Ukraine being one of the steps towards that goal.Putin remains a popular leader in a system best described as a democracy with Russian characteristics. One way or another, he will go down in history as a leader who openly challenged the established hegemonies of the West.<h2>Russian economic growth will determine Putin’s future</h2>Under normal circumstances, the Russian economy might have grown more strongly. However the Russian oil, one of its key exports, has faced restrictions in energy markets through punitive sanctions and price caps imposed by Western countries. In spite of the pressures of war, the Russian economy recorded roughly 3–4 per cent growth in 2024, driven largely by state spending and defence-related production. As sanctions and structural constraints began to bite, growth slowed markedly in 2025, hovering around 1 per cent and only narrowly avoiding contraction.The future of Putin’s popularity will depend on whether ordinary Russians begin to face sustained economic hardship due to the war. That is arguably what the West hopes for: internal unrest triggered by economic turmoil that could weaken his regime. So far, however, Putin has managed to prevent a collapse of the Russian economy. If the war ends in 2026 and diplomatic efforts bear fruit, Putin may yet avoid that ignominy.

The year 2025 saw Vladimir Putin emerge back on the global stage, despite sanctions and isolation. As an ICC arrest warrant loomed, he attended the Trump-led Alaska summit, and went on state visit to India, reaffirming Russia’s central role in world politics

In an alternative world, 2025 would be called the year of Vladimir Putin. But we do not live in that alternative world. The Russian president was in the headlines for most of the year because of the Ukraine war, in which his military continued to make gains. In spite of the European Union-led West’s attempts to ostracise him, Putin emerged from the wilderness, mainly due to a more conciliatory stance by US President Donald Trump, who invited him to a summit in Alaska that set the ball rolling for a peace process, though no concrete results have come out of it so far. Domestically, in spite of efforts by the West to sanction the Russian economy out of existence, the nation continued to grow, albeit at a slower pace. For the first part of the year, Putin still remained a pariah for the West, skipping international events due to the 2023 International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrant hanging over him in connection with alleged war crimes in Ukraine. Yet Putin continued to be a voice to reckon with, making Russia’s independent position clear on issues including current US actions against Venezuela. Here is a snapshot of Putin in 2025. Ostracised by West, Putin gets the red carpet treatment in US The credit goes to Trump for going against the grain and calling Putin for a summit in Alaska's Anchorage in August. This could be described as the most important diplomatic outing of Putin since the Ukraine war began in 2022. Nothing substantial came out of it, though it would be fair to say that at least a first move was made towards peace. This marked a sharp departure from Trump’s predecessor Joe Biden’s approach of arming Ukraine and keeping Russia away from the international spotlight. Putin stood his ground on the war, refusing to cede territory gained by Russia during the three-year military operation in Ukraine. Europe, mainly led by figures such as French President Emmanuel Macron and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, attempted to squeeze Russia out of the global oil trade, while providing billions of dollars in military and financial aid to Ukraine. https://www.wionews.com/videos/putin-s-marathon-annual-presser-turns-into-ask-me-anything-1766288066564/embed Core 5: A US-led grouping with Russia that didn't take off Late this year, there were reports of a leaked draft US national security document that argued for bringing Russia back into the fold of the international community. It spoke of a so-called “Core Five”, reportedly envisaged as a grouping of the US, Russia, China and Japan, as an alternative to the G7. The G7 itself had once been the G8 before Russia was expelled following the annexation of Crimea in 2014. The report containing the 'Core Five' idea was spiked, and possibly leaked deliberately to kill it before it could gain traction. If the germinating idea is taken at face value, it reflects American thinking that, no matter how hard the West tries, Putin and his nation cannot be wiped off from the global chessboard. Also read: Putin says Russia will end ‘special military operations’ if West respects its security interests Putin’s diplomacy: Hosting leaders in Russia, skipped summits and in-person outings Most of Putin's diplomatic engagements were done from Moscow. He hosted global leaders, and participated in several summits via video conferencing. Putin resumed limited international travel with the Alaska summit. He followed this with participation in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in China. He topped off the year with a state visit to India, after having skipped the 2023 G20 summit in New Delhi due to the prevailing hostile approach towards Russia at the time. He skipped the BRICS summit in Brazil in July, due to the ICC warrant, choosing instead to attend virtually. Putin also did not attend the G20 summit in South Africa, possibly because the host nation, as a signatory to the Rome Statute, would have been obligated to act on the ICC arrest warrant. Also read: Putin jokes about 3I/ATLAS comet as 'Russia’s secret weapon' at annual press conference Putin’s intentions are questioned, but he remains an important player Putin’s legacy will be judged depending on the lens one uses. The Western media narrative will make you believe that he is an autocratic expansionist who wants to invade not only Ukraine but possibly other parts of Europe, drawing comparisons with historical aggressors like Hitler. Or he could be considered a nationalist leader who does not want NATO or Europe to gain a strategic foothold in Ukraine or other former Soviet states. From this perspective, he is attempting to create a territorial buffer along Russia’s borders, with the invasion of Ukraine being one of the steps towards that goal. Putin remains a popular leader in a system best described as a democracy with Russian characteristics. One way or another, he will go down in history as a leader who openly challenged the established hegemonies of the West. Russian economic growth will determine Putin’s future Under normal circumstances, the Russian economy might have grown more strongly. However the Russian oil, one of its key exports, has faced restrictions in energy markets through punitive sanctions and price caps imposed by Western countries. In spite of the pressures of war, the Russian economy recorded roughly 3–4 per cent growth in 2024, driven largely by state spending and defence-related production. As sanctions and structural constraints began to bite, growth slowed markedly in 2025, hovering around 1 per cent and only narrowly avoiding contraction. The future of Putin’s popularity will depend on whether ordinary Russians begin to face sustained economic hardship due to the war. That is arguably what the West hopes for: internal unrest triggered by economic turmoil that could weaken his regime. So far, however, Putin has managed to prevent a collapse of the Russian economy. If the war ends in 2026 and diplomatic efforts bear fruit, Putin may yet avoid that ignominy.

The year 2025 saw Vladimir Putin emerge back on the global stage, despite sanctions and isolation. As an ICC arrest warrant loomed, he attended the Trump-led Alaska summit, and went on state visit to India, reaffirming Russia’s central role in world politics

Year-ender 2025: The year of Putin, when the ostracised leader returned to the global stage

Uttar Pradesh police arrested a woman and her lover for reportedly killing her husband and dismembering the body with a wood grinder in the Sambhal district of Uttar Pradesh. The accused have been identified as Ruby and Gaurav. They were arrested on December 20 and have been sent to jail, a senior officer said on Monday.&nbsp;Superintendent of Police K K Bishnoi said that Ruby, a resident of Mohalla Chunni in the Chandousi area in the Sambhal district, had filed a missing person complaint for her husband Rahul (38) on November 18.&nbsp;Later, police found a disfigured body missing its head, hands and legs from a drain near the Eidgah area on December 15. "The body was taken into custody, and a post-mortem was conducted. The forensic team carried out a detailed examination, and DNA samples were collected,” the SP said, news agency PTI reported.&nbsp;During the probe, it was discovered by the police that the name "Rahul' was written on the body. A scan of missing persons complaints at nearby police stations, coupled with technical analysis, showed that Rahul’s mobile phone had been switched off since November 18.<h3>Woman admits her crime</h3>The SP stated that subsequent investigation led police to suspect the role of Ruby. During questioning, she admitted to murdering her husband with the help of her lover, Gaurav, after Rahul allegedly caught them in an illicit relationship. "The accused told police that they attacked Rahul with an iron rod and an iron pestle, killing him on the spot. They then brought a grinder and cut the body into parts," Bishnoi added.&nbsp;One part of the body was dumped in the drain where it was later recovered, while the remaining parts were taken to Rajghat and thrown into the Ganga river, he added. Police have recovered the grinder allegedly used to cut the body, along with the iron hammer and other tools used in the assault.&nbsp;According to police, a part of the body was dumped in a drain and later recovered, while the remaining parts were taken to Rajghat and thrown into the Ganga River. Police have seized the grinder allegedly used to dismember the body, along with an iron hammer and other weapons used in the crime.&nbsp;The SP said DNA samples of the deceased have been preserved and will be matched with those of his children to conclusively confirm his identity and strengthen the case. A case has been registered under the relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, and further investigation is ongoing.

Police said DNA samples of the deceased have been preserved and will be matched with those of his children to conclusively confirm his identity and strengthen the case. A case has been registered under the relevant provisions of the BNS Act, and further investigation is ongoing.

Uttar Pradesh police arrested a woman and her lover for reportedly killing her husband and dismembering the body with a wood grinder in the Sambhal district of Uttar Pradesh. The accused have been identified as Ruby and Gaurav. They were arrested on December 20 and have been sent to jail, a senior officer said on Monday. Superintendent of Police K K Bishnoi said that Ruby, a resident of Mohalla Chunni in the Chandousi area in the Sambhal district, had filed a missing person complaint for her husband Rahul (38) on November 18. Later, police found a disfigured body missing its head, hands and legs from a drain near the Eidgah area on December 15. "The body was taken into custody, and a post-mortem was conducted. The forensic team carried out a detailed examination, and DNA samples were collected,” the SP said, news agency PTI reported. During the probe, it was discovered by the police that the name "Rahul' was written on the body. A scan of missing persons complaints at nearby police stations, coupled with technical analysis, showed that Rahul’s mobile phone had been switched off since November 18. Woman admits her crime The SP stated that subsequent investigation led police to suspect the role of Ruby. During questioning, she admitted to murdering her husband with the help of her lover, Gaurav, after Rahul allegedly caught them in an illicit relationship. "The accused told police that they attacked Rahul with an iron rod and an iron pestle, killing him on the spot. They then brought a grinder and cut the body into parts," Bishnoi added. One part of the body was dumped in the drain where it was later recovered, while the remaining parts were taken to Rajghat and thrown into the Ganga river, he added. Police have recovered the grinder allegedly used to cut the body, along with the iron hammer and other tools used in the assault. According to police, a part of the body was dumped in a drain and later recovered, while the remaining parts were taken to Rajghat and thrown into the Ganga River. Police have seized the grinder allegedly used to dismember the body, along with an iron hammer and other weapons used in the crime. The SP said DNA samples of the deceased have been preserved and will be matched with those of his children to conclusively confirm his identity and strengthen the case. A case has been registered under the relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, and further investigation is ongoing.

Police said DNA samples of the deceased have been preserved and will be matched with those of his children to conclusively confirm his identity and strengthen the case. A case has been registered under the relevant provisions of the BNS Act, and further investigation is ongoing.

UP horror: Woman kills husband with lover, chops body & dumps parts in drain; Details here

Russia is reportedly developing "orbiting clouds of shrapnel" to target Elon Musk’s Starlink constellation to damage Ukraine's prospects on the battlefield. Two NATO-nation intelligence services suspect Moscow could be building a new anti-satellite weapon to hit Starlink internet services. The Associated Press reported that the intelligence findings show that Russia is working on what is being called a “zone-effect” weapon. This involves flooding Starlink orbits with hundreds of thousands of high-density pellets to disable multiple satellites at once. According to the findings, Russia sees Starlink’s high-speed internet service as a grave threat to its ambitions in Ukraine. Battlefield communications, weapons targeting and several other areas in Ukraine depend on Starlink satellites amid the ongoing war with Russia.<h2>China and Russia have thousands of active satellites&nbsp;</h2>However, this attack would not just take out Starlink satellites, but other orbiting systems would also be affected, triggering a catastrophe in space. If Russia deploys such a weapon, it risks damaging its own fleet of satellites, besides China's, experts say. Notably, both countries have a fleet of thousands of orbiting satellites that they use for communications, defence and other purposes. Chaos in Earth's orbit would take down their satellites as well, which means Russia might not go ahead with this plan, according to analysts. &nbsp;Victoria Samson, a space-security specialist at the Secure World Foundation, said, “I would be very surprised, frankly, if they were to do something like that.”Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/starlink-chinese-rocket-near-collision-low-earth-orbit-1765880896941">Space X satellite and Chinese rocket had a disturbing close encounter as Earth's orbit gets overcrowded</a><h2>Would Russia risk damaging its own satellites?</h2>However, others think something like this is possible since Russia has been "pursuing an indiscriminate nuclear, space-based weapon", as alleged by the US in the past. Canadian military’s Space Division, Brig. Gen. Christopher Horner said, “I can’t say I’ve been briefed on that type of system. But it’s not implausible." He added that if what the US says about Moscow's ambitions of having a nuclear weapons system is accurate, then it wouldn’t be shocking if "something just short of that, but equally damaging" is developed and placed in space.&nbsp;Notably, Russian President Vladimir Putin has clarified in the past that his country has no intention of deploying nuclear space weapons. It had also called on the United Nations to push and stop the orbital deployment of such weapons. Meanwhile, AP stated that it wasn't able to verify the findings. Neither Russia nor the US Space Force comment on the matter.The French military’s Space Command told the publication, "We can inform you that Russia has, in recent years, been multiplying irresponsible, dangerous, and even hostile actions in space", but did not comment on the particular alleged deployment.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Is Russia planning to sabotage Starlink satellites? According to intelligence findings by two NATO nations, Moscow could deploy a weapon capable of disabling multiple satellites. This would be done to hit Ukraine's communications during the ongoing war. 

Russia is reportedly developing "orbiting clouds of shrapnel" to target Elon Musk’s Starlink constellation to damage Ukraine's prospects on the battlefield. Two NATO-nation intelligence services suspect Moscow could be building a new anti-satellite weapon to hit Starlink internet services. The Associated Press reported that the intelligence findings show that Russia is working on what is being called a “zone-effect” weapon. This involves flooding Starlink orbits with hundreds of thousands of high-density pellets to disable multiple satellites at once. According to the findings, Russia sees Starlink’s high-speed internet service as a grave threat to its ambitions in Ukraine. Battlefield communications, weapons targeting and several other areas in Ukraine depend on Starlink satellites amid the ongoing war with Russia. China and Russia have thousands of active satellites However, this attack would not just take out Starlink satellites, but other orbiting systems would also be affected, triggering a catastrophe in space. If Russia deploys such a weapon, it risks damaging its own fleet of satellites, besides China's, experts say. Notably, both countries have a fleet of thousands of orbiting satellites that they use for communications, defence and other purposes. Chaos in Earth's orbit would take down their satellites as well, which means Russia might not go ahead with this plan, according to analysts. Victoria Samson, a space-security specialist at the Secure World Foundation, said, “I would be very surprised, frankly, if they were to do something like that.” Also Read: Space X satellite and Chinese rocket had a disturbing close encounter as Earth's orbit gets overcrowded Would Russia risk damaging its own satellites? However, others think something like this is possible since Russia has been "pursuing an indiscriminate nuclear, space-based weapon", as alleged by the US in the past. Canadian military’s Space Division, Brig. Gen. Christopher Horner said, “I can’t say I’ve been briefed on that type of system. But it’s not implausible." He added that if what the US says about Moscow's ambitions of having a nuclear weapons system is accurate, then it wouldn’t be shocking if "something just short of that, but equally damaging" is developed and placed in space. Notably, Russian President Vladimir Putin has clarified in the past that his country has no intention of deploying nuclear space weapons. It had also called on the United Nations to push and stop the orbital deployment of such weapons. Meanwhile, AP stated that it wasn't able to verify the findings. Neither Russia nor the US Space Force comment on the matter. The French military’s Space Command told the publication, "We can inform you that Russia has, in recent years, been multiplying irresponsible, dangerous, and even hostile actions in space", but did not comment on the particular alleged deployment.

Is Russia planning to sabotage Starlink satellites? According to intelligence findings by two NATO nations, Moscow could deploy a weapon capable of disabling multiple satellites. This would be done to hit Ukraine's communications during the ongoing war.&nbsp;

Russia planning 'clouds of shrapnel' in space to take down Starlink satellites, two NATO nations claim

The Parker Solar Probe is the latest man-made spacecraft to observe 3I/ATLAS. The WISPR instrument on board the NASA probe took photos of the comet from October 18 to November 5. Members of the WISPR team said in a statement, “Parker Solar Probe snapped around 10 images of the comet per day." They added that during this time, Parker was speeding away from the Sun after undertaking its 25th solar flyby on September 15. At this time, the solar probe was at a point from where it spotted 3I/ATLAS going behind the Sun. “At the time, the comet was near its closest point to the Sun, at a distance of about 209 million km (130 million miles), placing it just outside the orbit of Mars," the Parker probe team added. Notably, the comet reached perihelion on October 29.&nbsp;

This observation is one of its kind since 3I/ATLAS had become invisible from Earth as it sped towards the sun. The glare of our star hid it from us, and none of the telescopes could see it. But this is right when Parker saw it, revealing what was going on with the comet. "The images offer a valuable look at the comet over a period when it couldn’t be seen from Earth because it appeared too close to the Sun from Earth’s perspective," the team said.<h2>3I/ATLAS image near Sun captured by Parker</h2>Notably, some scientists, who have been claiming that 3I/ATLAS could be an extraterrestrial probe sent by intelligent beings, had proposed that the object might use its time behind the Sun to slingshot itself using its gravity towards Earth. This is because it was practically invisible for days. However, thanks to Parker, we now have pictures of the comet from its time behind the Sun. The WISPR team is currently processing these images to remove stray sunlight and compensate for exposure times. It also appears to change brightness because of the difference in exposure times, the researchers added. Once the images are processed, the Parker team hopes to get a better insight into 3I/ATLAS.

3I/ATLAS latest update: The Parker Solar Probe saw the interstellar comet racing behind the Sun. It took photos of 3I/ATLAS at a time when it had become invisible from Earth because of the glare from the Sun. The images are being processed to get a better look at the comet. 

The Parker Solar Probe is the latest man-made spacecraft to observe 3I/ATLAS. The WISPR instrument on board the NASA probe took photos of the comet from October 18 to November 5. Members of the WISPR team said in a statement, “Parker Solar Probe snapped around 10 images of the comet per day." They added that during this time, Parker was speeding away from the Sun after undertaking its 25th solar flyby on September 15. At this time, the solar probe was at a point from where it spotted 3I/ATLAS going behind the Sun. “At the time, the comet was near its closest point to the Sun, at a distance of about 209 million km (130 million miles), placing it just outside the orbit of Mars," the Parker probe team added. Notably, the comet reached perihelion on October 29.

3I/ATLAS latest update: The Parker Solar Probe saw the interstellar comet racing behind the Sun. It took photos of 3I/ATLAS at a time when it had become invisible from Earth because of the glare from the Sun. The images are being processed to get a better look at the comet.&nbsp;

3I/ATLAS update: Parker Solar Probe saw interstellar comet when it was invisible from Earth

In Britain, a man has been charged with drugging and raping his wife, enabling her sexual abuse at the hands of at least five other men. As per reports, the UK man, identified as 49-year-old Philip Young, committed dozens of offences against his former spouse, Joanne Young, who has waived her legal right to anonymity. The shocking case is reminiscent of a case that shocked the world in 2024: the sexual abuse of French woman Gisèle Pelicot.<h2>Charges against Philip Young</h2>Philip Young will appear at a court in Swindon, west of London, on Tuesday (Dec 23). He is being described as a white British national. Wiltshire Police said that he has been charged with dozens of offences, including multiple counts of rape and administering a substance with the intention to stupefy or overpower his victim, allowing sexual activity.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/house-democrats-drop-epstein-photos-from-disturbing-paedophilic-lolita-quotes-on-bosoms-to-price-tag-for-girls-shocking-pics-reveal-bill-gates-1766131614452">Epstein files: Disturbing paedophilic quotes on bosoms to price tags for girls, here's what shocking new pics reveal</a>Along with this, he has been charged with the possession of indecent images of children and the possession of extreme images. The alleged offences happened over a period of 13 years, between 2010 and 2023, reports AFP.<h2>Philip Young allegedly invited other men to sexually molest his wife</h2>Alongside Young, five other men, aged 31 to 61, have been accused of charges including rape, sexual assault by penetration, and sexually touching Joanne Young during the same period.<h2>Joanne Young waives her right to anonymity</h2>In the UK, all victims of sexual offences are entitled to lifelong anonymity; however, the rape survivor, identified as Philip's ex-wife Joanne Young, has waived her legal right. Talking to the press, Wiltshire Police detective superintendent Geoff Smith said that the "victim in this case, Joanne, has taken the decision to waive her automatic legal right to anonymity".Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-photo-vanishes-from-epstein-files-then-reappears-doj-claims-it-was-deleted-out-of-an-abundance-of-caution-sparks-cover-up-claims-1766368755262">Trump photo vanishes from Epstein files, then reappears. DOJ claims it was deleted 'out of an abundance of caution'</a>Smith said that she decided after multiple discussions with officers and support services. "She has been supported by specially trained officers from the beginning of the process, and she has made the decision following multiple discussions with officers and support services." He further revealed that the heinous charges levied against Philip Young stem from "a complex and extensive investigation".

A UK man, Philip Young, 49, has been charged with drugging and raping his wife for years and allegedly letting at least five other men abuse her. Dozens of offences span 2010–2023. The survivor, Joanne Young, has waived her right to anonymity as the case heads to court.

In Britain, a man has been charged with drugging and raping his wife, enabling her sexual abuse at the hands of at least five other men. As per reports, the UK man, identified as 49-year-old Philip Young, committed dozens of offences against his former spouse, Joanne Young, who has waived her legal right to anonymity. The shocking case is reminiscent of a case that shocked the world in 2024: the sexual abuse of French woman Gisèle Pelicot. Charges against Philip Young Philip Young will appear at a court in Swindon, west of London, on Tuesday (Dec 23). He is being described as a white British national. Wiltshire Police said that he has been charged with dozens of offences, including multiple counts of rape and administering a substance with the intention to stupefy or overpower his victim, allowing sexual activity. Also read | Epstein files: Disturbing paedophilic quotes on bosoms to price tags for girls, here's what shocking new pics reveal Along with this, he has been charged with the possession of indecent images of children and the possession of extreme images. The alleged offences happened over a period of 13 years, between 2010 and 2023, reports AFP. Philip Young allegedly invited other men to sexually molest his wife Alongside Young, five other men, aged 31 to 61, have been accused of charges including rape, sexual assault by penetration, and sexually touching Joanne Young during the same period. Joanne Young waives her right to anonymity In the UK, all victims of sexual offences are entitled to lifelong anonymity; however, the rape survivor, identified as Philip's ex-wife Joanne Young, has waived her legal right. Talking to the press, Wiltshire Police detective superintendent Geoff Smith said that the "victim in this case, Joanne, has taken the decision to waive her automatic legal right to anonymity". Also read | Trump photo vanishes from Epstein files, then reappears. DOJ claims it was deleted 'out of an abundance of caution' Smith said that she decided after multiple discussions with officers and support services. "She has been supported by specially trained officers from the beginning of the process, and she has made the decision following multiple discussions with officers and support services." He further revealed that the heinous charges levied against Philip Young stem from "a complex and extensive investigation".

A UK man, Philip Young, 49, has been charged with drugging and raping his wife for years and allegedly letting at least five other men abuse her. Dozens of offences span 2010–2023. The survivor, Joanne Young, has waived her right to anonymity as the case heads to court.

UK man charged with drugging wife, letting other men rape her for years; case echoes Gisèle Pelicot horror

3I/ATLAS is done with its Earth flyby, giving astronomers a wonderful peek into its world. Telescopes across the world captured the comet, with both its tail and the anti-tail putting up a show as it came at a distance of 269 million kilometres. It is now on its way out of the solar system, but not before one last rendezvous with Jupiter. But, one question doing the rounds is whether 3I/ATLAS affected Earth in any way? While it was so far from us, cosmic forces could have blown some material towards our planet. The interstellar comet has a gas plume around it is which is known to contain cyanide and hydrogen cyanide.&nbsp;This gas would have been swept to a distance of just a few million kilometres from 3I/ATLAS by the solar winds. Harvard scientist Avi Loeb explains that dust particles smaller than a micrometre would be swept away even faster by the solar radiation pressure. But particles that are bigger than a millimetre would remain largely unaffected by solar radiation or wind. This means that cyanide, a poisonous gas, and other material from the comet would have flown across space and landed on bodies that it passed by. This includes Earth, and it is possible that some of it could have been thrown towards us.&nbsp;However, the good news is that none of it would harm us, thanks to the atmosphere. Just like it protects us from harmful space radiation, it would also capture and burn up the cyanide particles released by 3I/ATLAS before they reach the ground. Also, particles of such size would be far and few, lessening the probability even further. Besides, they originated at a distance larger than about twice the Earth-Sun separation, implying that this material will stay far from Earth.<h2>Why is 3I/ATLAS a strange comet?</h2>3I/ATLAS, the third interstellar comet, was discovered on July 1, and since then has since attained celebrity status in the world of astronomy. Scientists around the world have been observing it and have noticed it acting strangely. It did not have a cometary tail for a long time. It was also seen releasing water like from a hose at a far-off distance from the Sun. Then, when it flew by Mars on October 2-3, several orbiters spotted it and captured photos. At perihelion, it sped up, brightened by several magnitudes and changed its path. It continued to show a prominent jet in the direction of the Sun, an anti-tail which made 3I/ATLAS more intriguing. In March, the Juno probe near Jupiter will again observe it, sending back more data on this mysterious visitor.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Could 3I/ATLAS have released dangerous gases towards Earth? The gas plume around it is filled with cyanide, and there is a chance that solar winds could have carried it to different planets. It is possible that some of it might even fly towards our planet.

3I/ATLAS is done with its Earth flyby, giving astronomers a wonderful peek into its world. Telescopes across the world captured the comet, with both its tail and the anti-tail putting up a show as it came at a distance of 269 million kilometres. It is now on its way out of the solar system, but not before one last rendezvous with Jupiter. But, one question doing the rounds is whether 3I/ATLAS affected Earth in any way? While it was so far from us, cosmic forces could have blown some material towards our planet. The interstellar comet has a gas plume around it is which is known to contain cyanide and hydrogen cyanide. This gas would have been swept to a distance of just a few million kilometres from 3I/ATLAS by the solar winds. Harvard scientist Avi Loeb explains that dust particles smaller than a micrometre would be swept away even faster by the solar radiation pressure. But particles that are bigger than a millimetre would remain largely unaffected by solar radiation or wind. This means that cyanide, a poisonous gas, and other material from the comet would have flown across space and landed on bodies that it passed by. This includes Earth, and it is possible that some of it could have been thrown towards us. However, the good news is that none of it would harm us, thanks to the atmosphere. Just like it protects us from harmful space radiation, it would also capture and burn up the cyanide particles released by 3I/ATLAS before they reach the ground. Also, particles of such size would be far and few, lessening the probability even further. Besides, they originated at a distance larger than about twice the Earth-Sun separation, implying that this material will stay far from Earth. Why is 3I/ATLAS a strange comet? 3I/ATLAS, the third interstellar comet, was discovered on July 1, and since then has since attained celebrity status in the world of astronomy. Scientists around the world have been observing it and have noticed it acting strangely. It did not have a cometary tail for a long time. It was also seen releasing water like from a hose at a far-off distance from the Sun. Then, when it flew by Mars on October 2-3, several orbiters spotted it and captured photos. At perihelion, it sped up, brightened by several magnitudes and changed its path. It continued to show a prominent jet in the direction of the Sun, an anti-tail which made 3I/ATLAS more intriguing. In March, the Juno probe near Jupiter will again observe it, sending back more data on this mysterious visitor.

Could 3I/ATLAS have released dangerous gases towards Earth? The gas plume around it is filled with cyanide, and there is a chance that solar winds could have carried it to different planets. It is possible that some of it might even fly towards our planet.

3I/ATLAS could have spewed poisonous gas at Earth. Could it reach us?

US President Donald Trump on Monday (Dec 22) openly suggested that it would be "smart" for Nicolás Maduro to step down, accidentally lending weight to what the Venezuelan President has been claiming for months: the US is looking for regime change in Caracas. Trump's statement comes as Washington continues to tighten its pressure campaign with a naval blockade targeting Venezuela's oil shipments.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-announces-trump-class-warships-breaking-this-decades-old-us-military-tradition-1766453467061">Trump announces 'Trump-class' warships, breaking THIS decades-old US military tradition</a><h2>What did Trump say?</h2>Speaking to reporters at his Florida residence, Trump was asked whether the growing US military presence and threats were aimed at forcing Maduro out of office after more than a decade. "That's up to him, what he wants to do," Trump said. "I think it would be smart for him to do that." He followed the comment with a warning, saying that if Maduro chose to "play tough," it would be "the last time he's ever able to play tough."He also suggested that the United States could keep and maybe even sell the oil it had seized off the coast of Venezuela in recent weeks, adding that America would also keep the seized ships. "Maybe we will sell it, maybe we will keep it," Trump said, adding it could be used to restock America's strategic reserves.<h2>Maduro claps back at Trump</h2>Maduro responded within hours, dismissing Trump’s comments and urging the US president to focus inward. In a speech broadcast on state television, the Venezuelan leader said Trump would be "better off" addressing economic and social challenges at home instead of threatening another country. "He would be better off in his own country on economic and social issues, and he would be better off in the world if he took care of his country's affairs," said Maduro.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/house-democrats-drop-epstein-photos-from-disturbing-paedophilic-lolita-quotes-on-bosoms-to-price-tag-for-girls-shocking-pics-reveal-bill-gates-1766131614452">Epstein files: Disturbing paedophilic quotes on bosoms to price tags for girls, here's what shocking new pics reveal</a>

Trump said it would be “smart” for Venezuela’s Nicolás Maduro to step down, as the US tightens a naval blockade on Venezuelan oil. He warned Maduro not to “play tough” and hinted Washington could keep or sell seized oil. Maduro fired back, accusing Trump of chasing regime change.

US President Donald Trump on Monday (Dec 22) openly suggested that it would be "smart" for Nicolás Maduro to step down, accidentally lending weight to what the Venezuelan President has been claiming for months: the US is looking for regime change in Caracas. Trump's statement comes as Washington continues to tighten its pressure campaign with a naval blockade targeting Venezuela's oil shipments. Also read | Trump announces 'Trump-class' warships, breaking THIS decades-old US military tradition What did Trump say? Speaking to reporters at his Florida residence, Trump was asked whether the growing US military presence and threats were aimed at forcing Maduro out of office after more than a decade. "That's up to him, what he wants to do," Trump said. "I think it would be smart for him to do that." He followed the comment with a warning, saying that if Maduro chose to "play tough," it would be "the last time he's ever able to play tough." He also suggested that the United States could keep and maybe even sell the oil it had seized off the coast of Venezuela in recent weeks, adding that America would also keep the seized ships. "Maybe we will sell it, maybe we will keep it," Trump said, adding it could be used to restock America's strategic reserves. Maduro claps back at Trump Maduro responded within hours, dismissing Trump’s comments and urging the US president to focus inward. In a speech broadcast on state television, the Venezuelan leader said Trump would be "better off" addressing economic and social challenges at home instead of threatening another country. "He would be better off in his own country on economic and social issues, and he would be better off in the world if he took care of his country's affairs," said Maduro. Also read | Epstein files: Disturbing paedophilic quotes on bosoms to price tags for girls, here's what shocking new pics reveal

Trump said it would be “smart” for Venezuela’s Nicolás Maduro to step down, as the US tightens a naval blockade on Venezuelan oil. He warned Maduro not to “play tough” and hinted Washington could keep or sell seized oil. Maduro fired back, accusing Trump of chasing regime change.

Trump says it'll be 'smart' if Maduro steps down, accidentally confirms Venezuela Prez's biggest fear: US wants a regime change

Social media is a treasure trove. You just don’t know what you can find there. But not all posts are genuine. Days after James Cameron’s latest film Avatar: Fire and Ash was released in theatres all across the world, videos of Bollywood actor Govinda’s cameo in the film are making the rounds on the internet. Several clips have been circulated on X and Instagram which show Govinda in Pandora as a Na’vi. &nbsp;&nbsp;But here’s the truth. All these images are actually AI-generated and fake.&nbsp;<h2>Govinda in Pandora?</h2>&nbsp;The AI-generated videos show Govinda, in blue colours similar to the Na'vi people from Avatar, doing a monologue. Another picture shows viewers watching the film in a theatre with Govinda on screen in a Gujarati-style colourful jacket, bonding with Jake Sully.These videos have left many in splits but also some confused.&nbsp;&nbsp;People have been questioning the genuineness of the videos. “Sch me h kya ye (Is this for real),” asked someone. Another added to the confusion and wrote. &nbsp;“Yr iss scene pr goosebumps aa gye the (Guys, this scene gave me goosebumps).”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Leaked video of Govinda in Avatar😂😂😂 <a href="https://t.co/5MrVnVq01p">pic.twitter.com/5MrVnVq01p</a>&mdash; Ra Ga (@RaGa440) <a href="https://twitter.com/RaGa440/status/2003075237626380376?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Govinda ji ka cameo in Avatar 3 💀 <a href="https://t.co/A3esQWXZXB">pic.twitter.com/A3esQWXZXB</a>&mdash; Ritik Sharma (@ritksharmaa) <a href="https://twitter.com/ritksharmaa/status/2002337783428624870?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 20, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Govinda’s cameo saves Avatar: Fire and Ash <a href="https://t.co/nwOWmW21ze">pic.twitter.com/nwOWmW21ze</a>&mdash; Bollywood Memers (@BollywoodMemers) <a href="https://twitter.com/BollywoodMemers/status/2002387137732169953?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 20, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;“This was totally unexpected but I loved the cameo,” joked another. “Og is back phaly Akshay Khana or ab lord Govinda (first it was Akshaye Khanna and now Govinda),” wrote a fan.&nbsp;The truth is far from what’s been shown on X. Govinda is not part of Avatar 3.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/avatar-fire-and-ash-movie-review-all-spectacle-no-soul-pandora-james-cameron-1766133893751">Avatar: Fire and Ash movie review: James Cameron's film is all spectacle, no soul</a><h2>How did the meme start?</h2>&nbsp;The joke perhaps originated from an old interview of Govinda, in which he claimed that James Cameron's Avatar was first offered to him, but he refused it.&nbsp;Govinda told Mukesh Khanna in an interview earlier this year that he rejected the film— which ultimately became one of the biggest films ever made, grossing $2.9 billion at the box office —because he wasn't sold on the idea.&nbsp;Govinda had shared that there have been many such incidents where he inadvertently helped others. He recalled an incident and said, “I even left an offer of ₹21.5 crore, although I remember this because it was painful. I had met a Sardarji in America and gave him a business idea to work in sweets and delicacies. Some years later, he said that the idea worked wonders for him. There, he made me meet James Cameron. He asked me to do a film with James, so I invited them for dinner to discuss it.”&nbsp;He added, “Picture ka title bhi maine hi diya tha. Maine Rajesh Khanna ji ko dekha tha left hand kata hua… maine kaha, ‘Yaar accha aadmi he pata nahi kyu ajeeb sa role kar liya!’ Toh maine kaha, ‘Second time banegi Avatar!’ Toh mujhe kehta hai, ‘The hero is lame!’ (I had only given the title. I had seen Rajesh Khanna and wondered why he did that part. I only predicted the sequel). Maine kaha, ‘Lame? Govinda! Hello? I am not doing your picture!’ He said, ‘I am offering you 18 crores.’ I said, ‘I don’t want your 18 crores.' He said the shoot will be for 410 days. I said that is okay, but if I paint my body, I will be in the hospital!"&nbsp;No one really bought the story but it did lead to hilarious memes on the internet.Even his wife Sunita Ahuja denied his story and said in an interview, “Arey yaar mujhe toh nahi pata yeh kab offer hui, 40 saal toh mujhe hogaye hain Govinda ke saath. Vo Avatar ka director-producer kab aaya mujhe nahi malum. Hui bhi hai ki nahi mujhe nahi malum.Main jhooth nahi bolti naa main kisi ka side lungi. Main jhooth ka saath nahi deti (Oh man, I have no idea when this was offered. It’s been 40 years for me with Govinda. I don’t even know when that Avatar director-producer came. I don’t even know if it actually happened or not. I don’t lie, nor do I take anyone’s side. I don’t support falsehood.)”&nbsp;<h2>About the Avatar franchise</h2>&nbsp;Directed by James Cameron, the first Avatar film was released in 2009, starring Sam Worthington and Zoe Saldana in the lead roles. The second instalment, The Way of Water, was released on December 16, 2022. The third film is currently in theatres worldwide.

Does James Cameron's latest film, Avatar: Fire and Ash, feature Bollywood actor Govinda in a cameo role? The Internet is flooded with videos and photos of the actor dressed as a Na'vi. Here's the truth.

Social media is a treasure trove. You just don’t know what you can find there. But not all posts are genuine. Days after James Cameron’s latest film Avatar: Fire and Ash was released in theatres all across the world, videos of Bollywood actor Govinda’s cameo in the film are making the rounds on the internet. Several clips have been circulated on X and Instagram which show Govinda in Pandora as a Na’vi. But here’s the truth. All these images are actually AI-generated and fake. Govinda in Pandora? The AI-generated videos show Govinda, in blue colours similar to the Na'vi people from Avatar, doing a monologue. Another picture shows viewers watching the film in a theatre with Govinda on screen in a Gujarati-style colourful jacket, bonding with Jake Sully. These videos have left many in splits but also some confused. People have been questioning the genuineness of the videos. “Sch me h kya ye (Is this for real),” asked someone. Another added to the confusion and wrote. “Yr iss scene pr goosebumps aa gye the (Guys, this scene gave me goosebumps).”

Does James Cameron's latest film, Avatar: Fire and Ash, feature Bollywood actor Govinda in a cameo role? The Internet is flooded with videos and photos of the actor dressed as a Na'vi. Here's the truth.

Wait, is that Govinda in James Cameron’s Avatar: Fire and Ash?

In our simple understanding, the use of an airstrip is limited to aircraft taking off, but that is not its only use if you are creative enough, like Odisha. A viral videos show over 8,000 candidates in Odisha appearing for a state-level examination on the Jamadarpali airstrip in Sambalpur district. With no desks or mats, the aspirants used the airstrip's surface to write the test, with drones deployed to monitor any wrongdoing and discipline during the process.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Airstrip turns into exam hall as 8,000 candidates appear for 187 Home Guard posts (Source: ANI) <a href="https://t.co/WHZDX6Qq4z">pic.twitter.com/WHZDX6Qq4z</a>&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/2003116333022756987?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The state government published an advertisement for 163 Home Guard posts with a pay of less than Rs 650 a day. The job entails assisting police in their function of maintaining vigil at police stations and busy areas, which need enhanced law enforcement oversight.Some of the candidates who took the exam were reportedly qualified with MBA and MCA degrees, among others.&nbsp;“We advertised 183 Home Guard posts without anticipating such an overwhelming response. More than 10,600 candidates applied for positions requiring only a Class V qualification. We had to reject several applications due to under-qualification and age criteria,” said Bilkis Nesha, Deputy Superintendent of Police (Home Guard), Sambalpur. &nbsp;<h2>Political row erupts</h2>The visuals of the test being held on the airstrip went viral across social media, leading to a political slugfest. The Trinamool Congress (TMC) criticised the state's ruling Bharatiya Janata Party government over the employment issue.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-set-to-restart-world-s-largest-nuclear-power-plant-15-years-after-fukushima-disaster-nuclear-energy-japan-tsunami-japan-earthquakes-1766400699235">Japan set to restart world’s largest nuclear power plant, 15 years after Fukushima disaster</a>&nbsp;"This is not a movie scene. This is BJP-ruled Odisha. Where more than 8,000 aspirants, including MBA &amp; MCA graduates, were lining up for just 187 Home Guard vacancies. "This is the brutal reality of @BJP4India’s so-called double engine governance. Degrees in hand. Jobs nowhere. Unemployment isn’t an accident; it’s the BJP’s achievement,” TMC said in a post on X.&nbsp;

Over 8,000 candidates appeared for 187 Home Guard posts in Odisha, with the examination conducted on an airstrip, sparking a political row.

In our simple understanding, the use of an airstrip is limited to aircraft taking off, but that is not its only use if you are creative enough, like Odisha. A viral videos show over 8,000 candidates in Odisha appearing for a state-level examination on the Jamadarpali airstrip in Sambalpur district. With no desks or mats, the aspirants used the airstrip's surface to write the test, with drones deployed to monitor any wrongdoing and discipline during the process.

Over 8,000 candidates appeared for 187 Home Guard posts in Odisha, with the examination conducted on an airstrip, sparking a political row.

Airstrip turns exam centre in Odisha; over 8,000 candidates vie for fewer than 200 posts | Watch

Saudi Arabia, typically known for its scorching heat and expansive deserts, recently witnessed an unexpected winter event as heavy snowfall, rain, and a sharp drop in temperatures swept through much of the country. This rare weather phenomenon both thrilled and concerned locals. The event was another stark reminder of how climate change is contributing to increasingly unpredictable weather in regions unprepared for such extremes.&nbsp;Northern Saudi Arabia saw snowfall that dramatically transformed the landscape of the Tabuk Province mountains. Trojena, a high-altitude area on Jebel Al-Lawz, located at 2,600 meters above sea level, was blanketed in snow, while light rain also fell in the region. Snow was also recorded in parts of the Hail Region, including around Hail city, which is an extraordinary occurrence for the usually arid Middle East. During the early morning hours, temperatures dipped below freezing in certain areas, creating ideal conditions for snow to accumulate in the higher altitudes.&nbsp;In addition to the snow, rain was widespread, affecting several regions. Bir Bin Hermas, Al-Ayinah, Ammar, AlUla Governorate, Shaqra, and its neighboring areas experienced light to moderate rainfall. Riyadh, Qassim, and the Eastern Region saw more intense rain, with some areas reporting heavy downpours. The National Centre for Meteorology (NCM) confirmed that snowfall was also recorded in Al-Majmaah and Al-Ghat, located north of Riyadh, where snow accumulated on open fields and elevated terrains.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/mom-rams-her-car-into-criminals-vehicle-suspecting-robbery-some-netizens-want-her-arrested-1766396100901">Mom rams her car into 'criminals' vehicle' suspecting robbery. Some netizens want her arrested</a>&nbsp;Hussein Al-Qahtani, spokesperson for the NCM, explained that the cold front, combined with rain-bearing clouds, brought this extreme weather to the central and northern parts of the country. He warned that temperatures would remain low, particularly in northern and central areas, and urged residents to exercise caution while driving and avoid flood-prone valleys. The sight of snow-covered mountains, widely shared across social media, attracted crowds to Al-Majmaah and Al-Ghat. Due to the severe weather, schools in Riyadh were moved to remote learning for safety.&nbsp;Meteorologists say that while specific atmospheric conditions triggered this event, the frequency of such unusual weather patterns is growing, raising concerns about the broader impacts of climate change. The rare snowfall in Saudi Arabia adds to the list of global weather anomalies, such as unexpected rainfall in the UAE, intense heatwaves in South Asia, flash floods in typically dry Middle Eastern regions, and unusual snow in parts of Europe and North Africa, highlighting how climate change is altering the weather around the world.

When the desert turned white: Saudi Arabia sees snowfall for first time in decades as rare cold wave sweeps the Kingdom

Saudi Arabia, typically known for its scorching heat and expansive deserts, recently witnessed an unexpected winter event as heavy snowfall, rain, and a sharp drop in temperatures swept through much of the country. This rare weather phenomenon both thrilled and concerned locals. The event was another stark reminder of how climate change is contributing to increasingly unpredictable weather in regions unprepared for such extremes. Northern Saudi Arabia saw snowfall that dramatically transformed the landscape of the Tabuk Province mountains. Trojena, a high-altitude area on Jebel Al-Lawz, located at 2,600 meters above sea level, was blanketed in snow, while light rain also fell in the region. Snow was also recorded in parts of the Hail Region, including around Hail city, which is an extraordinary occurrence for the usually arid Middle East. During the early morning hours, temperatures dipped below freezing in certain areas, creating ideal conditions for snow to accumulate in the higher altitudes. In addition to the snow, rain was widespread, affecting several regions. Bir Bin Hermas, Al-Ayinah, Ammar, AlUla Governorate, Shaqra, and its neighboring areas experienced light to moderate rainfall. Riyadh, Qassim, and the Eastern Region saw more intense rain, with some areas reporting heavy downpours. The National Centre for Meteorology (NCM) confirmed that snowfall was also recorded in Al-Majmaah and Al-Ghat, located north of Riyadh, where snow accumulated on open fields and elevated terrains. Also Read: Mom rams her car into 'criminals' vehicle' suspecting robbery. Some netizens want her arrested Hussein Al-Qahtani, spokesperson for the NCM, explained that the cold front, combined with rain-bearing clouds, brought this extreme weather to the central and northern parts of the country. He warned that temperatures would remain low, particularly in northern and central areas, and urged residents to exercise caution while driving and avoid flood-prone valleys. The sight of snow-covered mountains, widely shared across social media, attracted crowds to Al-Majmaah and Al-Ghat. Due to the severe weather, schools in Riyadh were moved to remote learning for safety. Meteorologists say that while specific atmospheric conditions triggered this event, the frequency of such unusual weather patterns is growing, raising concerns about the broader impacts of climate change. The rare snowfall in Saudi Arabia adds to the list of global weather anomalies, such as unexpected rainfall in the UAE, intense heatwaves in South Asia, flash floods in typically dry Middle Eastern regions, and unusual snow in parts of Europe and North Africa, highlighting how climate change is altering the weather around the world.

Saudi Arabia experiences rare snowfall and cold temperatures across its northern regions, highlighting the growing unpredictability of weather due to climate change

Australian police arrested an angry protester on Sunday night after he yelled ‘you have blood on your hands’ at the Prime Minister Anthony Albanese during a public vigil for the victims of the Bondi Beach massacre. The incident took place at the “Light over Darkness” vigil in Bondi, held to commemorate those who died during the terror attack on December 14.&nbsp;Witnesses stated that Albanese faced multiple heckling and boos before, during and after the ceremony. As per the report in JFEED, a man shouted an accusation while the prime minister attended the vigil, leading police to step in. The man was detained and arrested soon after his act.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">They ARRESTED the man who yelled at the Prime Minister ‘you have blood on your hands’ in Bondi last night. What. The. Eff. <a href="https://t.co/87h28jycb3">pic.twitter.com/87h28jycb3</a>&mdash; Avi Yemini (@OzraeliAvi) <a href="https://twitter.com/OzraeliAvi/status/2002961193708015798?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h3>No allegations of threats or attempted physical violence</h3>Meanwhile, Police said there were no allegations of threats or attempted physical violence, and there were no signs of weapons involvement. Authorities have also not publicly disclosed the exact charges filed against the man.&nbsp;The arrest occurred against the backdrop of tight security following the Bondi massacre, which left 15 people dead and dozens injured during a Hanukkah celebration. Police across New South Wales have since boosted their presence at public events, especially those attended by political leaders.&nbsp;The episode has drawn attention as it unfolded at a memorial gathering and involved a verbal allegation aimed at the prime minister, rather than any physical disruption or violence. As of Monday, authorities had not disclosed the man’s identity, whether charges would be laid, or details of a potential court appearance.&nbsp;Meanwhile, the Prime Minister of Australia, Anthony Albanese, has announced a sweeping review of intelligence and law enforcement procedures in the lead-up to the Bondi Beach attack. The development aimed at assessing whether agencies possess adequate powers to keep the public safe.&nbsp;The four-month inquiry will assess whether federal law enforcement and intelligence agencies possess the necessary powers, structures, processes, and information-sharing mechanisms to ensure public safety.

The arrest occurred against the backdrop of tight security following the Bondi massacre, which left 15 people dead and dozens injured during a Hanukkah celebration. Police across New South Wales have since boosted their presence at public events.

Australian police arrested an angry protester on Sunday night after he yelled ‘you have blood on your hands’ at the Prime Minister Anthony Albanese during a public vigil for the victims of the Bondi Beach massacre. The incident took place at the “Light over Darkness” vigil in Bondi, held to commemorate those who died during the terror attack on December 14. Witnesses stated that Albanese faced multiple heckling and boos before, during and after the ceremony. As per the report in JFEED, a man shouted an accusation while the prime minister attended the vigil, leading police to step in. The man was detained and arrested soon after his act.

The arrest occurred against the backdrop of tight security following the Bondi massacre, which left 15 people dead and dozens injured during a Hanukkah celebration. Police across New South Wales have since boosted their presence at public events.

‘You have blood on your hands’: Man arrested after he yells at Australian PM Albanese at Bondi vigil — VIDEO

&nbsp;The Turkish parliament erupted in Chaos after the debate on the national budget turned into a fistfight between the rulling the ruling Justice and Development Party (AK Party) and the main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP) lawmakers on late Sunday (21 Dec), during the final day of discussion on the budget. The violent exchange between Members of Parliament (MPs) lasted approximately ten minutes.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">BRAWL breaks out in the Turkish parliament — opposition MPs throw PUNCHES &amp; disagree on the budget passed <a href="https://t.co/UjXe96dcif">pic.twitter.com/UjXe96dcif</a>&mdash; RT (@RT_com) <a href="https://twitter.com/RT_com/status/2002982155342037302?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Speaker Numan Kurulmus suspended the session as security officials struggled to calm the charged lawmakers who were trying to hurt each other with full strength.&nbsp;Despite the clashes, the 2026 Central Government budget law was passed in the parliament with 320 votes in favour and 249 against it; the final bill for 2024 was approved by 316 votes to 247.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/viral-video-shows-indians-dancing-on-moscow-streets-claims-to-be-part-of-labour-contingent-here-s-why-1766402658392">Viral video shows 'Indians dancing on Moscow streets', claims to be part of labour contingent — Here's why</a>

According to media reports, the incident was triggered by a heated exchange between AKP MP Mustafa Varank and CHP parliamentary group deputy Gökhan Günaydın, with Varank allegedly provoking the opposition. The confrontation escalated into physical violence and tensions, and altered the atmosphere in the chamber.

The Turkish parliament in Ankara turned into a boxing ring as lawmakers from the ruling and opposition sides began hurling punches at each other.

The Turkish parliament erupted in Chaos after the debate on the national budget turned into a fistfight between the rulling the ruling Justice and Development Party (AK Party) and the main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP) lawmakers on late Sunday (21 Dec), during the final day of discussion on the budget. The violent exchange between Members of Parliament (MPs) lasted approximately ten minutes.

The Turkish parliament in Ankara turned into a boxing ring as lawmakers from the ruling and opposition sides began hurling punches at each other.

Watch | Punches fly in Turkish parliament during heated budget showdown

Jeffrey Epstein’s story is a classic example of how people distance themselves from someone whose hospitality they enjoyed, whether knowing or not knowing of his criminal activities. The new tranche of Epstein files reveals not much, except some more heavily redacted text and strategically concealed photos. The only thing it really reveals is the activities of the American elite. At the top, everyone is connected. Epstein can be described whichever way one wants: a financial whizz kid who had deep links with the business, academic, entertainment and political world, or a paedophile-pimp who hosted, wined and dined the rich and the famous while secretly collecting compromising material about them.<h2>Epstein file names: From entertainers to politicians, royals and everyone in between</h2>While an undue amount of attention is focused on Bill Clinton’s ties with Epstein, there is no denying that incumbent president Donald Trump also had a pally relationship with the late disgraced financier. The talk of a ‘client list’ of Epstein – for whom he allegedly supplied girls – is still in the conspiracy theory realm. But the photos tell a level of everyone's &nbsp;familiarity with Epstein and his associate Ghislaine Maxwell.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/melania-trump-link-in-epstein-files-first-lady-s-documentary-director-brett-ratner-in-new-photos-released-1766387633331">Melania Trump link in Epstein files: First Lady’s documentary director Brett Ratner in new photos released</a>&nbsp;The names include former Israeli prime minister Ehud Barak, Virgin Atlantic founder Richard Branson, and figures such as former US vice-president Al Gore, former UK royal Sarah Ferguson, former New Mexico governor Bill Richardson, lawyer Alan Dershowitz, and former US Treasury secretary Larry Summers.From the entertainment world, there’s Mick Jagger, Michael Jackson, Diana Ross, Chris Tucker, David Copperfield and Kevin Spacey. Other familiar names that surface in various documents or social references include Naomi Campbell, Woody Allen, Courtney Love, Ralph Fiennes, David Blaine, journalist Michael Wolff, and academics such as Noam Chomsky and the late Stephen Hawking.Also read: &nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/in-pics-epstein-files-new-photos-show-michael-jackson-kevin-spacey-and-other-high-profile-figures-1766204935927/1766204935928">In pics | Epstein files new photos show Michael Jackson, Kevin Spacey, and other high-profile figures</a> There are also mentions of news anchor Walter Cronkite and musician Phil Collins, alongside technology and media figures such as Elon Musk, Sergey Brin, Peter Thiel and former YouTube chief executive Salar Kamangar, all appearing in different contexts rather than as allegations.Many individuals had already appeared in the 2024 unsealed court filings from the Giuffre v. Maxwell case.&nbsp;In the new files, Donald Trump, Ehud Barak and (now-former) Prince Andrew are again referenced, largely through photographs, contact lists or travel records rather than as fresh claims.Most of them are mentioned in flight logs, photos, emails, stays at Epstein properties, meeting photos and documents, and in redacted parts of the Epstein files.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/doj-releases-first-batch-of-epstein-files-former-us-president-bill-clinton-features-prominently-1766243930733/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/doj-releases-first-batch-of-epstein-files-former-us-president-bill-clinton-features-prominently-1766243930733/embed</a>Business people like Bill Gates and Leslie Wexner of Victoria’s Secret, Leon Black and Glenn Dubin are also mentioned in some form or the other, reinforcing the breadth of Epstein’s social reach across finance and philanthropy.<h2>Not guilty until proven, but…</h2>The presence of these people in the Epstein files, either released in December or before, does not imply any wrongdoing. In other words, none is guilty by association.&nbsp;But it clearly shows that Epstein, with some help from Maxwell, was a constant social climber.&nbsp;He exchanged favours for access. The favours could be flying someone on his planes, hosting them at his properties, or appearing at parties, social or academic events with them.&nbsp;<h2>Everyone knew Epstein, or Epstein knew everyone&nbsp;</h2>Everyone in the political, business or entertainment crème de la crème of late 1990s to late 2010s America had some association with Epstein.Even then, the onion is not peeled in full. We may never know exactly what the people knew about Epstein, or what Epstein knew about them. Some people, like Clinton’s spokesperson, are finding the alibi that Clinton stopped all contact after Epstein’s criminal activities and involvement in prostitution came to light. But that is only a technical clarification. Some people, like Andrew, continued to be in touch after the Palm Beach, Florida case, which Epstein managed to survive legally.Everyone now wants to distance themselves from Epstein.&nbsp;And Epstein is not coming back to tell the truth as he died in custody in 2019 before trial. This only reinforces conspiracy theorists who say he was ‘bumped off’ in jail. The truth is somewhere in between.

The latest dump of Epstein files reveals hardly anything new. But they exposed the depth of elite connections across politics, business and entertainment, with the paedophile as the central character. Power, access and silence shaped Epstein’s world, and he's not around to prove anyone guilty

Jeffrey Epstein’s story is a classic example of how people distance themselves from someone whose hospitality they enjoyed, whether knowing or not knowing of his criminal activities. The new tranche of Epstein files reveals not much, except some more heavily redacted text and strategically concealed photos. The only thing it really reveals is the activities of the American elite. At the top, everyone is connected. Epstein can be described whichever way one wants: a financial whizz kid who had deep links with the business, academic, entertainment and political world, or a paedophile-pimp who hosted, wined and dined the rich and the famous while secretly collecting compromising material about them. Epstein file names: From entertainers to politicians, royals and everyone in between While an undue amount of attention is focused on Bill Clinton’s ties with Epstein, there is no denying that incumbent president Donald Trump also had a pally relationship with the late disgraced financier. The talk of a ‘client list’ of Epstein – for whom he allegedly supplied girls – is still in the conspiracy theory realm. But the photos tell a level of everyone's familiarity with Epstein and his associate Ghislaine Maxwell. Also read: Melania Trump link in Epstein files: First Lady’s documentary director Brett Ratner in new photos released The names include former Israeli prime minister Ehud Barak, Virgin Atlantic founder Richard Branson, and figures such as former US vice-president Al Gore, former UK royal Sarah Ferguson, former New Mexico governor Bill Richardson, lawyer Alan Dershowitz, and former US Treasury secretary Larry Summers. From the entertainment world, there’s Mick Jagger, Michael Jackson, Diana Ross, Chris Tucker, David Copperfield and Kevin Spacey. Other familiar names that surface in various documents or social references include Naomi Campbell, Woody Allen, Courtney Love, Ralph Fiennes, David Blaine, journalist Michael Wolff, and academics such as Noam Chomsky and the late Stephen Hawking. Also read: In pics | Epstein files new photos show Michael Jackson, Kevin Spacey, and other high-profile figures There are also mentions of news anchor Walter Cronkite and musician Phil Collins, alongside technology and media figures such as Elon Musk, Sergey Brin, Peter Thiel and former YouTube chief executive Salar Kamangar, all appearing in different contexts rather than as allegations. Many individuals had already appeared in the 2024 unsealed court filings from the Giuffre v. Maxwell case. In the new files, Donald Trump, Ehud Barak and (now-former) Prince Andrew are again referenced, largely through photographs, contact lists or travel records rather than as fresh claims. Most of them are mentioned in flight logs, photos, emails, stays at Epstein properties, meeting photos and documents, and in redacted parts of the Epstein files. https://www.wionews.com/videos/doj-releases-first-batch-of-epstein-files-former-us-president-bill-clinton-features-prominently-1766243930733/embed Business people like Bill Gates and Leslie Wexner of Victoria’s Secret, Leon Black and Glenn Dubin are also mentioned in some form or the other, reinforcing the breadth of Epstein’s social reach across finance and philanthropy. Not guilty until proven, but… The presence of these people in the Epstein files, either released in December or before, does not imply any wrongdoing. In other words, none is guilty by association. But it clearly shows that Epstein, with some help from Maxwell, was a constant social climber. He exchanged favours for access. The favours could be flying someone on his planes, hosting them at his properties, or appearing at parties, social or academic events with them. Everyone knew Epstein, or Epstein knew everyone Everyone in the political, business or entertainment crème de la crème of late 1990s to late 2010s America had some association with Epstein. Even then, the onion is not peeled in full. We may never know exactly what the people knew about Epstein, or what Epstein knew about them. Some people, like Clinton’s spokesperson, are finding the alibi that Clinton stopped all contact after Epstein’s criminal activities and involvement in prostitution came to light. But that is only a technical clarification. Some people, like Andrew, continued to be in touch after the Palm Beach, Florida case, which Epstein managed to survive legally. Everyone now wants to distance themselves from Epstein. And Epstein is not coming back to tell the truth as he died in custody in 2019 before trial. This only reinforces conspiracy theorists who say he was ‘bumped off’ in jail. The truth is somewhere in between.

The latest dump of Epstein files hardly revealed anything new. But they exposed the depth of elite connections across politics, business and entertainment, with the paedophile as a central character. Power, access and silence shaped Epstein’s world, and he's not around to prove anyone guilty

Epstein knew them all: What files release reveals about the American elite and the nature of friendships

A group of Indians was reportedly seen dancing at the iconic Red Square of Moscow after arriving in the Russian capital as part of a labour contingent. The act captured on the phone is circulating on social media, which shows the men celebrating with music and dance, drawing attention from passers-by.&nbsp;The visuals have sparked curiosity and discussion on social media, where netizens flooded the comment section with their mixed opinions and multiple memes. While some of them talked in favour of the Indians, and some against Russia.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Reportedly, these are Indians that have arrived in Moscow as part of the labor contingent, dancing on the Red Square. <a href="https://t.co/Ntpf03LJy1">https://t.co/Ntpf03LJy1</a> <a href="https://t.co/4LqQob2ujE">pic.twitter.com/4LqQob2ujE</a>&mdash; Anton Gerashchenko (@Gerashchenko_en) <a href="https://twitter.com/Gerashchenko_en/status/2002790620134601195?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 21, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The social media user who uploaded the video in a post on X said, "Reportedly, these are Indians that have arrived in Moscow as part of the labor contingent, dancing on the Red Square."&nbsp;In the next post with a different visual, he wrote, "Russian media report that approximately 10,000 individuals, a labour contingent from India, have arrived in Moscow. It is reported that this is the first group of Indians who arrived in Russia following Putin's recent visit to New Delhi. I wonder how many of them will be deployed to the front line and how soon? What are your estimates?"<h3>Netizens react to the video</h3>One of the social media users said, "We Indians will rebuild Russia and Ukraine both."&nbsp;The next said, "Many will soon don Russian uniforms and have their lives taken on the front lines in Ukraine."&nbsp;"Shame on India for allowing this. PM Narendra Modi must really not give a shit about Indian citizens to create this partnership. I guarantee these Indian met are going to be used towards Russia's war in Ukraine. So much for India claiming to be neutral," another wrote.&nbsp;They also said,"Humans are always the most valuable resources, and Putin is squandering Russia’s treasure in the war."&nbsp;Appreciating the Indians, one of the users wrote,"Indians make the best migrants anywhere.. no politics or violence..law abiding and hard working."

The visuals have sparked curiosity and discussion on social media, where netizens flooded the comment section with their mixed opinions and multiple memes. While some of them talked in favour of the Indians, and some against Russia.

A group of Indians was reportedly seen dancing at the iconic Red Square of Moscow after arriving in the Russian capital as part of a labour contingent. The act captured on the phone is circulating on social media, which shows the men celebrating with music and dance, drawing attention from passers-by. The visuals have sparked curiosity and discussion on social media, where netizens flooded the comment section with their mixed opinions and multiple memes. While some of them talked in favour of the Indians, and some against Russia.

The visuals have sparked curiosity and discussion on social media, where netizens flooded the comment section with their mixed opinions and multiple memes. While some of them talked in favour of the Indians, and some against Russia.

Viral video shows 'Indians dancing on Moscow streets', claims to be part of labour contingent — Here's why

Japanese authorities gave final approval on Monday (Dec 22) to restart the world's largest nuclear power plant, which had been out of operation for nearly 15 years after the Fukushima nuclear disaster, which led the country to shut down all of its 54 nuclear power stations. With the move, Japan intends to shift its energy dependence away from more costly and polluting fossil fuels.&nbsp;The nod to resume operations at the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa plant, situated about 220km northwest of Tokyo, came after a series of inspections and Niigata prefectural assembly's vote, as the Japanese remain cautious after the 2011 earthquake and tsunami destroyed the Fukushima Daiichi plant in the worst nuclear disaster since Chernobyl.&nbsp;Since 2011, Japan has restarted 14 of the 33 nuclear reactors that remain operable. The Niigata plant will be the first plant to be operated by Tokyo Electric Power Co (TEPCO), the company which ran the crippled Fukushima plant.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/melania-trump-link-in-epstein-files-first-lady-s-documentary-director-brett-ratner-in-new-photos-released-1766387633331">Melania Trump link in Epstein files: First Lady’s documentary director Brett Ratner in new photos released</a>&nbsp;Before the Fukushima meltdown, the nuclear reactors powered around 30 per cent of Japan's electricity needs. Since then, Tokyo has increased its dependence on costly imported fossil fuels, including coal and gas, to fulfil its energy requirements. Imported fossil fuels contribute approximately 60-70 per cent to Japan's power generation and have put a strain on the country's budget, costing $68 billion in the previous year alone. Japan's move away from fossils also aligns with its increasing energy demand to power data centres, vital to AI infrastructure and its goal to reach net zero emissions in 2050, as Japan ranks the World's fifth largest emitter of carbon dioxide after China, the United States, India and Russia.&nbsp; &nbsp;<h2>Fukushima disaster</h2>The Fukushima nuclear disaster occurred in March 2011 after a magnitude 9.0–9.1 earthquake, the strongest ever recorded in Japan, triggered a devastating tsunami that struck the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant.&nbsp;&nbsp;Flooding disabled backup generators and cooling systems, leading to reactor meltdowns, hydrogen explosions, and radioactive releases. The crisis forced mass evacuations, contaminated land and water, and reshaped Japan’s nuclear energy policy. &nbsp;

Japan’s decision comes as it seeks to move away from costly and more polluting imported fossil fuels towards clean and economical nuclear energy amid rising energy demand.


Japanese authorities gave final approval on Monday (Dec 22) to restart the world's largest nuclear power plant, which had been out of operation for nearly 15 years after the Fukushima nuclear disaster, which led the country to shut down all of its 54 nuclear power stations. With the move, Japan intends to shift its energy dependence away from more costly and polluting fossil fuels. The nod to resume operations at the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa plant, situated about 220km northwest of Tokyo, came after a series of inspections and Niigata prefectural assembly's vote, as the Japanese remain cautious after the 2011 earthquake and tsunami destroyed the Fukushima Daiichi plant in the worst nuclear disaster since Chernobyl. Since 2011, Japan has restarted 14 of the 33 nuclear reactors that remain operable. The Niigata plant will be the first plant to be operated by Tokyo Electric Power Co (TEPCO), the company which ran the crippled Fukushima plant. Also Read: Melania Trump link in Epstein files: First Lady’s documentary director Brett Ratner in new photos released Before the Fukushima meltdown, the nuclear reactors powered around 30 per cent of Japan's electricity needs. Since then, Tokyo has increased its dependence on costly imported fossil fuels, including coal and gas, to fulfil its energy requirements. Imported fossil fuels contribute approximately 60-70 per cent to Japan's power generation and have put a strain on the country's budget, costing $68 billion in the previous year alone. Japan's move away from fossils also aligns with its increasing energy demand to power data centres, vital to AI infrastructure and its goal to reach net zero emissions in 2050, as Japan ranks the World's fifth largest emitter of carbon dioxide after China, the United States, India and Russia. Fukushima disaster The Fukushima nuclear disaster occurred in March 2011 after a magnitude 9.0–9.1 earthquake, the strongest ever recorded in Japan, triggered a devastating tsunami that struck the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant. Flooding disabled backup generators and cooling systems, leading to reactor meltdowns, hydrogen explosions, and radioactive releases. The crisis forced mass evacuations, contaminated land and water, and reshaped Japan’s nuclear energy policy.

Japan’s decision comes as it seeks to move away from costly and more polluting imported fossil fuels towards clean and economical nuclear energy amid rising energy demand.

Japan set to restart world’s largest nuclear power plant, 15 years after Fukushima disaster

Based on Google's Year in Search 2025 report, the top news events India Googled the most in 2025 include major Geopolitics, Indian political developments, and significant cultural moments. Here's the list of the top 10 news events India Googled the most.

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A woman in Los Angeles sensed that something was off at her home, where her three children were alone with their grandmother, and immediately turned around, ramming the car of the robbers. According to reports, she left her home in a G-Wagen to run some errands. The woman, who has been living in the US for more than 10 years, called them and, during the conversation, heard some background noises. She could hear some strangers shouting and knew that something was not right. She returned to her home and, just outside, crashed into a Honda that belonged to the robbers. Videos of the incident have gone viral on social media, as people lauded the woman for her bravery.&nbsp;The robbers shuddered at seeing what had happened and immediately fled the scene. The woman called the police, who checked the car. They found several equipment that the robbers reportedly planned on using in the woman's house. Netizens applauded the woman for her quick reaction and thinking, as slamming their car is what triggered fear in the robbers, and left them without a vehicle to escape if they had been able to execute the robbery. "This is what real courage looks like. No speeches. No cameras. Just a mother choosing her kids over everything else," an X user wrote. &nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">A woman driving a G-Wagen rammed the car of criminals who were about to rob her home The incident took place in Los Angeles. The mother of several children has lived in the U.S. for more than ten years. That day she went out on errands, while three children stayed at home with… <a href="https://t.co/x66dMZXgqa">pic.twitter.com/x66dMZXgqa</a>&mdash; NEXTA (@nexta_tv) <a href="https://twitter.com/nexta_tv/status/2002773941924827250?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 21, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

A data page wrote that Los Angeles has been witnessing a slew of robberies in the past few weeks. "Los Angeles has seen a rise in "follow-home" robberies and targeted burglaries, which has many residents on high alert," the person wrote.&nbsp;Some demanded that she be arrested, while others don't think that's what really happened. "She needs to be arrested. You can't just ram into people's vehicles and try to kill them if you hear shouting in a phone call and THINK they are going to rob your home," a user wrote. Another asked whether she was simply driving carelessly and rammed into someone's vehicle.&nbsp;

A mother in Los Angeles drove her G-Wagen into a Honda, suspecting that it belonged to robbers who wanted to enter her house where her children were with their grandmother. Meanwhile, some netizens want her arrested.

A woman in Los Angeles sensed that something was off at her home, where her three children were alone with their grandmother, and immediately turned around, ramming the car of the robbers. According to reports, she left her home in a G-Wagen to run some errands. The woman, who has been living in the US for more than 10 years, called them and, during the conversation, heard some background noises. She could hear some strangers shouting and knew that something was not right. She returned to her home and, just outside, crashed into a Honda that belonged to the robbers. Videos of the incident have gone viral on social media, as people lauded the woman for her bravery. The robbers shuddered at seeing what had happened and immediately fled the scene. The woman called the police, who checked the car. They found several equipment that the robbers reportedly planned on using in the woman's house. Netizens applauded the woman for her quick reaction and thinking, as slamming their car is what triggered fear in the robbers, and left them without a vehicle to escape if they had been able to execute the robbery. "This is what real courage looks like. No speeches. No cameras. Just a mother choosing her kids over everything else," an X user wrote.

A mother in Los Angeles drove her G-Wagen into a Honda, suspecting that it belonged to robbers who wanted to enter her house where her children were with their grandmother. Meanwhile, some netizens want her arrested.

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