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The UK Police named a 35-year-old man named Jihad Al-Shamie, a British citizen of Syrian descent, as the suspect in the Manchester synagogue attack. Police said in a statement, "We are now able to confirm that, although formal identification is yet to take place, we believe the person responsible for today’s attacks is 35-year-old Jihad Al-Shamie. He is a British citizen of Syrian descent."&nbsp;"A suspicious device worn by the attacker during the incident has been assessed and was deemed not to be viable. Based on what we currently know, our records do not show any previous Prevent referrals relating to this individual," officials added.&nbsp;Greater Manchester police also said in the statement that three people were in custody after being arrested on suspicion of commission, preparation, and instigation of acts of terrorism.&nbsp;There are two men in their 30s and a woman in her 60s.&nbsp;What happened?&nbsp;&nbsp;At least two people were killed and three were reported seriously injured after a stabbing attack at a synagogue in Manchester on Thursday (October 2). The attack came on Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish religious calendar, and is being treated by police as a terror incident. How did the attack happen?&nbsp;Police said a car was driving towards members of the public and a man was stabbed at Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue at 09:31 BST on Thursday. Shah, a local resident, said she was driving past the synagogue when she saw a vehicle "just sort of rushing past and driving straight for the members of the public"She then saw a man "jump out" and start running towards the people, she said, calling the scene "traumatising" .&nbsp;UK Police arrest 2 people after 'terrorist' attack&nbsp;Two people have been arrested after a "terrorist" attack outside a synagogue in Manchester. The attack, which left two dead and three seriously wounded, had been declared a "terrorist incident", added Laurence Taylor, assistant commissioner in counterterrorism policing at London's Metropolitan Police force.

The UK Police named a 35-year-old man named Jihad Al-Shamie, a British citizen of Syrian descent, as the suspect in the Manchester synagogue attack. 

The UK Police named a 35-year-old man named Jihad Al-Shamie, a British citizen of Syrian descent, as the suspect in the Manchester synagogue attack. Police said in a statement, "We are now able to confirm that, although formal identification is yet to take place, we believe the person responsible for today’s attacks is 35-year-old Jihad Al-Shamie. He is a British citizen of Syrian descent." "A suspicious device worn by the attacker during the incident has been assessed and was deemed not to be viable. Based on what we currently know, our records do not show any previous Prevent referrals relating to this individual," officials added. Greater Manchester police also said in the statement that three people were in custody after being arrested on suspicion of commission, preparation, and instigation of acts of terrorism. There are two men in their 30s and a woman in her 60s. What happened? At least two people were killed and three were reported seriously injured after a stabbing attack at a synagogue in Manchester on Thursday (October 2). The attack came on Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish religious calendar, and is being treated by police as a terror incident. How did the attack happen? Police said a car was driving towards members of the public and a man was stabbed at Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue at 09:31 BST on Thursday. Shah, a local resident, said she was driving past the synagogue when she saw a vehicle "just sort of rushing past and driving straight for the members of the public" She then saw a man "jump out" and start running towards the people, she said, calling the scene "traumatising" . UK Police arrest 2 people after 'terrorist' attack Two people have been arrested after a "terrorist" attack outside a synagogue in Manchester. The attack, which left two dead and three seriously wounded, had been declared a "terrorist incident", added Laurence Taylor, assistant commissioner in counterterrorism policing at London's Metropolitan Police force.

The UK Police named a 35-year-old man named Jihad Al-Shamie, a British citizen of Syrian descent, as the suspect in the Manchester synagogue attack.&nbsp;

Manchester synagogue attacker IDENTIFIED? Police name Jihad Al-Shamie as suspect

At least two people were killed and three were reported seriously injured after a stabbing attack at a synagogue in Manchester on Thursday (October 2). The attack came on Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish religious calendar, and is being treated by police as a terror incident.&nbsp;How did the attack happen?&nbsp;Police said a car was driving towards members of the public and a man was stabbed at Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue at 09:31 BST on Thursday. Shah, a local resident, said she was driving past the synagogue when she saw a vehicle "just sort of rushing past and driving straight for the members of the public".She then saw a man "jump out" and start running towards the people, she said, calling the scene "traumatising" .&nbsp;UK Police arrest 2 people after 'terrorist' attack&nbsp;Two people have been arrested after a "terrorist" attack outside a synagogue in Manchester. The attack, which left two dead and three seriously wounded, had been declared a "terrorist incident", added Laurence Taylor, assistant commissioner in counterterrorism policing at London's Metropolitan Police force.&nbsp;'Get back, he has A BOMB'&nbsp;Amid the investigation, a video of a police officer outside the crime scene was circulated showing the officer with a gun in front of the suspect. "Everybody else, get back. If you're not involved, move back, get away... he has a bomb, go away," an officer can be heard shouting. ‘The guy had a knife and he was...’&nbsp;One of the eyewitnesses shared the horrific details of the attack. One of the witnesses, who was driving at the crime location, said he initially assumed that it was a minor collision until he saw a man "bleeding out on the floor". He then describes seeing another person, a man, who he says had a knife and was "stabbing the window" of a nearby building, trying to get in. "Within seconds, the police arrived, they gave him a couple of warnings, he didn’t listen so they opened fire," the witness told the BBC, saying the man holding the knife then went down on the floor.&nbsp;Armed police reportedly shot the suspect after the attack at the Heaton Park synagogue in Crumpsall. Greater Manchester Police confirmed the incident happened outside Heaton Park synagogue, on Middleton Road, and the suspect did not gain access to the building and was shot at the scene by armed police.&nbsp;Greater Manchester Police said two people have died while three other members of the public were in a serious condition. Police officials said that the suspect who was shot is also believed to be dead, but the condition cannot be confirmed due to the presence of some “suspicious items on his person”. The bomb disposal unit was called and has arrived at the crime scene.&nbsp;Device worn by suspected attacker 'wasn’t viable'&nbsp;Police told CNN that a device worn by the suspected attacker during today’s deadly synagogue incident in Manchester, northern England, “wasn’t viable.”&nbsp;“We can confirm that the device wasn’t viable,” Greater Manchester Police told CNN, adding that they couldn’t provide any further updates about the device at present.&nbsp;Police in Scotland ask public to remain alert but not alarmed&nbsp;Police in Scotland said they are in touch with community leaders after today’s synagogue attack in Manchester, northern England, and asked the public to “remain alert but not alarmed.”

Police said a car was driving towards members of the public and a man was stabbed at Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue at 09:31 BST on Thursday.

At least two people were killed and three were reported seriously injured after a stabbing attack at a synagogue in Manchester on Thursday (October 2). The attack came on Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish religious calendar, and is being treated by police as a terror incident. How did the attack happen? Police said a car was driving towards members of the public and a man was stabbed at Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue at 09:31 BST on Thursday. Shah, a local resident, said she was driving past the synagogue when she saw a vehicle "just sort of rushing past and driving straight for the members of the public". She then saw a man "jump out" and start running towards the people, she said, calling the scene "traumatising" . UK Police arrest 2 people after 'terrorist' attack Two people have been arrested after a "terrorist" attack outside a synagogue in Manchester. The attack, which left two dead and three seriously wounded, had been declared a "terrorist incident", added Laurence Taylor, assistant commissioner in counterterrorism policing at London's Metropolitan Police force. 'Get back, he has A BOMB' Amid the investigation, a video of a police officer outside the crime scene was circulated showing the officer with a gun in front of the suspect. "Everybody else, get back. If you're not involved, move back, get away... he has a bomb, go away," an officer can be heard shouting. ‘The guy had a knife and he was...’ One of the eyewitnesses shared the horrific details of the attack. One of the witnesses, who was driving at the crime location, said he initially assumed that it was a minor collision until he saw a man "bleeding out on the floor". He then describes seeing another person, a man, who he says had a knife and was "stabbing the window" of a nearby building, trying to get in. "Within seconds, the police arrived, they gave him a couple of warnings, he didn’t listen so they opened fire," the witness told the BBC, saying the man holding the knife then went down on the floor. Armed police reportedly shot the suspect after the attack at the Heaton Park synagogue in Crumpsall. Greater Manchester Police confirmed the incident happened outside Heaton Park synagogue, on Middleton Road, and the suspect did not gain access to the building and was shot at the scene by armed police. Greater Manchester Police said two people have died while three other members of the public were in a serious condition. Police officials said that the suspect who was shot is also believed to be dead, but the condition cannot be confirmed due to the presence of some “suspicious items on his person”. The bomb disposal unit was called and has arrived at the crime scene. Device worn by suspected attacker 'wasn’t viable' Police told CNN that a device worn by the suspected attacker during today’s deadly synagogue incident in Manchester, northern England, “wasn’t viable.” “We can confirm that the device wasn’t viable,” Greater Manchester Police told CNN, adding that they couldn’t provide any further updates about the device at present. Police in Scotland ask public to remain alert but not alarmed Police in Scotland said they are in touch with community leaders after today’s synagogue attack in Manchester, northern England, and asked the public to “remain alert but not alarmed.”

Police said a car was driving towards members of the public and a man was stabbed at Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue at 09:31 BST on Thursday.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin, during the Valdai forum on Thursday (October 2), was asked if he feels like Alexander I. He replied, "Alexander I was an emperor, and I am a president, elected by the people for a fixed term. That's a big difference," Putin said.

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In his speech at the forum, the Russian president challenged his country's rivals. "If someone wants to pick a fight with Russia, bring it on. Don’t think that Russia will show weakness or indecision," the Russian president said. "We live in time when things change rapidly, we need to be prepared for anything. Polycentricity issues in world deserve special attention today. One has to be prepared for anything," he added.Putin further promised a "significant" response to "Europe's militarisation".&nbsp;"We are closely monitoring the rising militarisation of Europe," he told the audience, adding: “Retaliatory measures by Russia will not take long. The response to such threats will be very significant.”&nbsp;"We hear - and you know this - in Germany, for example, they say that the German army should once again be the most powerful in Europe. Well, fine, we're listening carefully, watching. What exactly is meant by that? I think no one doubts that Russia's response will not be long in coming. The response to these threats will be, to put it mildly, very convincing. It's precisely a response; we ourselves have never initiated a military confrontation," Putin said.&nbsp;"But if anyone does desire to compete with us in the military sphere, then, as we say, free will, let them try. Russia has proven time and again that when a threat arises to our security, the peace and tranquility of our citizens, our sovereignty, and our very statehood, we respond swiftly. There is no need to provoke us. There has never been a case where this did not ultimately end badly for the provocateur. There is no need to expect exceptions here, and there will be none in the future. Our history has proven that weakness is unacceptable because it creates temptation, the illusion that some issue with us can be resolved by force. Russia will never show weakness or indecision," the Russian supremo added.

In his speech at the forum, the Russian president challenged his country rivals. If someone wants to pick a fight with Russia, bring it on. Do not think that Russia will show weakness or indecision, the Russian president said. 

Russian President Vladimir Putin, during the Valdai forum on Thursday (October 2), was asked if he feels like Alexander I. He replied, "Alexander I was an emperor, and I am a president, elected by the people for a fixed term. That's a big difference," Putin said.

In his speech at the forum, the Russian president challenged his country's rivals. "If someone wants to pick a fight with Russia, bring it on. Don’t think that Russia will show weakness or indecision," the Russian president said.&nbsp;

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Two people have been arrested after a "terrorist" attack outside a synagogue in Manchester on Thursday (October 2). The suspect was shot dead by the police.&nbsp;The attack, which left two dead and three seriously wounded, had been declared a "terrorist incident", added Laurence Taylor, assistant commissioner in counterterrorism policing at London's Metropolitan Police force.&nbsp;At least two people were killed and three were reported seriously injured after a stabbing attack at a synagogue in Manchester on Thursday (October 2). Amid the investigation, a video of a police officer outside the crime scene was circulated showing the officer with a gun in front of the suspect. "Everybody else, get back. If you're not involved, move back, get away... he has a bomb, go away," an officer can be heard shouting. ‘The guy had a knife and he was...’Amid the investigation, the eyewitnesses share the horrific details of the attack. One of the witnesses, who was driving at the crime location, said he initially assumed that it was a minor collision until he saw a man "bleeding out on the floor". He then describes seeing another person, a man, who he says had a knife and was "stabbing the window" of a nearby building, trying to get in. "Within seconds, the police arrived, they gave him a couple of warnings, he didn’t listen so they opened fire," the witness told the BBC, saying the man holding the knife then went down on the floor.The suspect was reportedly shot by armed police after the attack at the Heaton Park synagogue in Crumpsall. Greater Manchester Police confirmed the incident happened outside Heaton Park synagogue, on Middleton Road, and the suspect did not gain access to the building and was shot at the scene by armed police.&nbsp;Greater Manchester Police said two people have died while three other members of the public were in a serious condition. Police officials said that the suspect who was shot is also believed to be dead, but the condition cannot be confirmed due to the presence of some “suspicious items on his person”. The bomb disposal unit was called and has arrived at the crime scene. &nbsp;

Two people have been arrested after a terrorist attack outside a synagogue in Manchester on Thursday (October 2). The suspect was shot dead by the police. 


Two people have been arrested after a "terrorist" attack outside a synagogue in Manchester on Thursday (October 2). The suspect was shot dead by the police. The attack, which left two dead and three seriously wounded, had been declared a "terrorist incident", added Laurence Taylor, assistant commissioner in counterterrorism policing at London's Metropolitan Police force. At least two people were killed and three were reported seriously injured after a stabbing attack at a synagogue in Manchester on Thursday (October 2). Amid the investigation, a video of a police officer outside the crime scene was circulated showing the officer with a gun in front of the suspect. "Everybody else, get back. If you're not involved, move back, get away... he has a bomb, go away," an officer can be heard shouting. ‘The guy had a knife and he was...’ Amid the investigation, the eyewitnesses share the horrific details of the attack. One of the witnesses, who was driving at the crime location, said he initially assumed that it was a minor collision until he saw a man "bleeding out on the floor". He then describes seeing another person, a man, who he says had a knife and was "stabbing the window" of a nearby building, trying to get in. "Within seconds, the police arrived, they gave him a couple of warnings, he didn’t listen so they opened fire," the witness told the BBC, saying the man holding the knife then went down on the floor. The suspect was reportedly shot by armed police after the attack at the Heaton Park synagogue in Crumpsall. Greater Manchester Police confirmed the incident happened outside Heaton Park synagogue, on Middleton Road, and the suspect did not gain access to the building and was shot at the scene by armed police. Greater Manchester Police said two people have died while three other members of the public were in a serious condition. Police officials said that the suspect who was shot is also believed to be dead, but the condition cannot be confirmed due to the presence of some “suspicious items on his person”. The bomb disposal unit was called and has arrived at the crime scene.

Two people have been arrested after a "terrorist" attack outside a synagogue in Manchester on Thursday (October 2). The suspect was shot dead by the police.&nbsp;

UK Police arrest 2 people after 'terrorist' attack at Manchester synagogue

It's been more than five years since COVID-19 started wreaking havoc on our lives. The symptoms of the disease include high fever, trouble breathing, and loss of sense of taste and smell. The infection killed millions worldwide, and new variants continue to emerge even today. A study has found that some COVID-19 symptoms continue to linger till much later, and in fact, one of them might stay with you for life. If you were one of those who lost their sense of smell while infected with COVID, then chances are you have lost that privilege for life. The National Institutes of Health undertook a study and found that two years after the infection, 80 per cent of people who lost their sense of smell performed poorly on a clinical scent-detection test. The study authors also noted that around one in four who saw a change at the time of the sickness, witnessed severely impaired smell or had lost the ability to smell entirely.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-to-conflict-spurring-up-debt-and-political-crisis-in-global-south-1757961668681">Covid to conflict spurring up debt and political crisis in Global South</a>&nbsp;Dr Leora Horwitz, the co-author of the study, said that this problem can also have a mental impact on these people. "While patients may not notice right away, a dulled nose can have a profound impact on their mental and physical well-being." She added that the loss of smell can also cause problems doing basic things in everyday life, and negatively affect appetite and nutrition. “You can’t smell smoke, you can’t smell the gas leak, you can’t smell spoiled food," Dr Horwitz said, adding that this happens because the virus that causes COVID leads to inflammation within the olfactory system.&nbsp;<h2>COVID-19 led to a permanent loss of smell</h2>Researchers gathered data on thousands of Americans who were infected with COVID-19 and compared it with those who did not have COVID-19. They were told to identify 40 different scents, and each correct answer earned a point. However, the curveball was that 60 per cent of participants who weren't infected also tested poorly in the sense of smell area. The study authors said that this is likely because of age. Besides, there was a chance that some participants who thought they were not infected might have been infected without their knowledge.The&nbsp;UK is currently in the grips of a new Covid strain, called Stratus. The new strain has two variants, XFG and XFG.3. Symptoms include a scratchy throat, also known as razor throat.

One COVID-19 symptom can stay on forever, according to a study, and it can wreak havoc with the person's mental health. There are ways to reverse the problem, according to the researchers. 

It's been more than five years since COVID-19 started wreaking havoc on our lives. The symptoms of the disease include high fever, trouble breathing, and loss of sense of taste and smell. The infection killed millions worldwide, and new variants continue to emerge even today. A study has found that some COVID-19 symptoms continue to linger till much later, and in fact, one of them might stay with you for life. If you were one of those who lost their sense of smell while infected with COVID, then chances are you have lost that privilege for life. The National Institutes of Health undertook a study and found that two years after the infection, 80 per cent of people who lost their sense of smell performed poorly on a clinical scent-detection test. The study authors also noted that around one in four who saw a change at the time of the sickness, witnessed severely impaired smell or had lost the ability to smell entirely. Also Read: Covid to conflict spurring up debt and political crisis in Global South Dr Leora Horwitz, the co-author of the study, said that this problem can also have a mental impact on these people. "While patients may not notice right away, a dulled nose can have a profound impact on their mental and physical well-being." She added that the loss of smell can also cause problems doing basic things in everyday life, and negatively affect appetite and nutrition. “You can’t smell smoke, you can’t smell the gas leak, you can’t smell spoiled food," Dr Horwitz said, adding that this happens because the virus that causes COVID leads to inflammation within the olfactory system. COVID-19 led to a permanent loss of smell Researchers gathered data on thousands of Americans who were infected with COVID-19 and compared it with those who did not have COVID-19. They were told to identify 40 different scents, and each correct answer earned a point. However, the curveball was that 60 per cent of participants who weren't infected also tested poorly in the sense of smell area. The study authors said that this is likely because of age. Besides, there was a chance that some participants who thought they were not infected might have been infected without their knowledge. The UK is currently in the grips of a new Covid strain, called Stratus. The new strain has two variants, XFG and XFG.3. Symptoms include a scratchy throat, also known as razor throat.

One COVID-19 symptom can stay on forever, according to a study, and it can wreak havoc with the person's mental health. There are ways to reverse the problem, according to the researchers.&nbsp;

Scientists reveal the ONE COVID-19 symptom that might never leave. Do you have it?

At least two people were killed and three were reported seriously injured after a stabbing attack at a synagogue in Manchester on Thursday (October 2). Amid the investigation, a video of a police officer outside the crime scene was circulated showing the officer with a gun in front of the suspect.&nbsp;"Everybody else, get back. If you're not involved, move back, get away... he has a bomb, go away," an officer can be heard shouting.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">🚨 Here&#39;s the video of Armed police shooting the suspected terrorist at Heaton Park Synagogue in Manchester. He allegedly had explosives strapped to his chest. Well done to the police they acted swiftly to neutralise the threat. <a href="https://t.co/q19kobcm9L">pic.twitter.com/q19kobcm9L</a>&mdash; Queen Natalie (@TheNorfolkLion) <a href="https://twitter.com/TheNorfolkLion/status/1973703296398643209?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 2, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

‘The guy had a knife and he was...’ Amid the investigation, the eyewitnesses share the horrific details of the attack. One of the witnesses, who was driving at the crime location, said he initially assumed that it was a minor collision until he saw a man "bleeding out on the floor". He then describes seeing another person, a man, who he says had a knife and was "stabbing the window" of a nearby building, trying to get in. "Within seconds, the police arrived, they gave him a couple of warnings, he didn’t listen so they opened fire," the witness told the BBC, saying the man holding the knife then went down on the floor.The suspect was reportedly shot by armed police after the attack at the Heaton Park synagogue in Crumpsall. Greater Manchester Police confirmed the incident happened outside Heaton Park synagogue, on Middleton Road, and the suspect did not gain access to the building and was shot at the scene by armed police.&nbsp;&nbsp;Greater Manchester Police said two people have died while three other members of the public were in a serious condition. Police officials said that the suspect who was shot is also believed to be dead, but the condition cannot be confirmed due to the presence of some “suspicious items on his person”. The bomb disposal unit was called and has arrived at the crime scene.

Greater Manchester Police said two people have died while three other members of the public were in a serious condition. Police officials said that the suspect who was shot is also believed to be dead, but the condition cannot be confirmed. 

At least two people were killed and three were reported seriously injured after a stabbing attack at a synagogue in Manchester on Thursday (October 2). Amid the investigation, a video of a police officer outside the crime scene was circulated showing the officer with a gun in front of the suspect. "Everybody else, get back. If you're not involved, move back, get away... he has a bomb, go away," an officer can be heard shouting.

Greater Manchester Police said two people have died while three other members of the public were in a serious condition. Police officials said that the suspect who was shot is also believed to be dead, but the condition cannot be confirmed.&nbsp;

'Get back, he has A BOMB': Video shows armed police outside Manchester synagogue, warning people against attacker

At least two people were killed and three were reported seriously injured after a stabbing attack at a synagogue in Manchester on Thursday (October 2). Amid the investigation, the eyewitnesses share the horrific details of the attack. One of the witnesses, who was driving at the crime location, said he initially assumed that it was a minor collision until he saw a man &nbsp;"bleeding out on the floor". He then describes seeing another person, a man, who he says had a knife and was "stabbing the window" of a nearby building, trying to get in. "Within seconds, the police arrived, they gave him a couple of warnings, he didn’t listen so they opened fire," the witness told the BBC, saying the man holding the knife then went down on the floor.&nbsp;The suspect was reportedly shot by armed police after the attack at the Heaton Park synagogue in Crumpsall. Greater Manchester Police confirmed the incident happened outside Heaton Park synagogue, on Middleton Road, and the suspect did not gain access to the building and was shot at the scene by armed police. Greater Manchester Police said two people have died while three other members of the public were in a serious condition. Police officials said that the suspect who was shot is also believed to be dead, but the condition cannot be confirmed due to the presence of some “suspicious items on his person”. The bomb disposal unit was called and has arrived at the crime scene.&nbsp;Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Greater Manchester, said the incident at the Synagogue was “serious” but the “immediate danger appears to be over”.&nbsp;The suspect was reportedly shot by armed police after the attack at the Heaton Park synagogue in Crumpsall. Greater Manchester Police confirmed the incident happened outside Heaton Park synagogue, on Middleton Road, and the suspect did not gain access to the building and was shot at the scene by armed police.&nbsp;&nbsp;Greater Manchester Police said two people have died while three other members of the public were in a serious condition. Police officials said that the suspect who was shot is also believed to be dead, but the condition cannot be confirmed due to the presence of some “suspicious items on his person”. The bomb disposal unit was called and has arrived at the crime scene. Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Greater Manchester, said the incident at the Synagogue was “serious” but the “immediate danger appears to be over”.&nbsp;The mayor told people “to avoid the area”. “It is a serious incident, I have to say. It is in the area you mentioned. And I would say to people listening, firstly, to avoid the area because it is a serious incident,” he told the BBC. “But at the same time, I can give some reassurance immediately to people that the immediate danger appears to be over. And Greater Manchester Police have dealt with it very quickly. And there’s been amazing support from members of the public and security at the location.”&nbsp;

Greater Manchester Police confirmed the incident happened outside Heaton Park synagogue, on Middleton Road, and the suspect did not gain access to the building and was shot at the scene by armed police.

At least two people were killed and three were reported seriously injured after a stabbing attack at a synagogue in Manchester on Thursday (October 2). Amid the investigation, the eyewitnesses share the horrific details of the attack. One of the witnesses, who was driving at the crime location, said he initially assumed that it was a minor collision until he saw a man "bleeding out on the floor". He then describes seeing another person, a man, who he says had a knife and was "stabbing the window" of a nearby building, trying to get in. "Within seconds, the police arrived, they gave him a couple of warnings, he didn’t listen so they opened fire," the witness told the BBC, saying the man holding the knife then went down on the floor. The suspect was reportedly shot by armed police after the attack at the Heaton Park synagogue in Crumpsall. Greater Manchester Police confirmed the incident happened outside Heaton Park synagogue, on Middleton Road, and the suspect did not gain access to the building and was shot at the scene by armed police. Greater Manchester Police said two people have died while three other members of the public were in a serious condition. Police officials said that the suspect who was shot is also believed to be dead, but the condition cannot be confirmed due to the presence of some “suspicious items on his person”. The bomb disposal unit was called and has arrived at the crime scene. Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Greater Manchester, said the incident at the Synagogue was “serious” but the “immediate danger appears to be over”. The suspect was reportedly shot by armed police after the attack at the Heaton Park synagogue in Crumpsall. Greater Manchester Police confirmed the incident happened outside Heaton Park synagogue, on Middleton Road, and the suspect did not gain access to the building and was shot at the scene by armed police. Greater Manchester Police said two people have died while three other members of the public were in a serious condition. Police officials said that the suspect who was shot is also believed to be dead, but the condition cannot be confirmed due to the presence of some “suspicious items on his person”. The bomb disposal unit was called and has arrived at the crime scene. Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Greater Manchester, said the incident at the Synagogue was “serious” but the “immediate danger appears to be over”. The mayor told people “to avoid the area”. “It is a serious incident, I have to say. It is in the area you mentioned. And I would say to people listening, firstly, to avoid the area because it is a serious incident,” he told the BBC. “But at the same time, I can give some reassurance immediately to people that the immediate danger appears to be over. And Greater Manchester Police have dealt with it very quickly. And there’s been amazing support from members of the public and security at the location.”

Greater Manchester Police confirmed the incident happened outside Heaton Park synagogue, on Middleton Road, and the suspect did not gain access to the building and was shot at the scene by armed police.

‘The guy had a knife and he was...’: Eyewitness narrates horrific details in Manchester synagogue attack

Scientists are pointing out the role played by the world’s oldest forests in shaping life on land and transforming Earth’s atmosphere. One such forest is the Cairo Fossil Forest in upstate New York, which was discovered in 2009 and formally announced in 2019. The fossils of the earliest trees with thick trunks and leaves from the time of the Devonian period are present in this forest, which sits in an abandoned quarry near Cairo, New York. Nearly 6 inches thick fossilised roots that form a huge network extending 36 feet have been discovered in this forest. These trees are believed to belong to the extinct genus Archaeopteris, which is linked to modern-day trees. Researchers published the study in the journal Science. “The trees likely belong to Archaeopteris, an extinct group of trees with fern-like leaves that is related to modern trees,” the study authors wrote. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/humans-are-a-million-years-old-lived-in-asia-and-belong-to-dragon-man-chinese-skull-analysis-shows-1758866869280">Humans are a million years old, lived in Asia and belong to 'Dragon Man', Chinese skull analysis shows</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;According to their analysis, "Archaeopteris trees grew more than 66 feet (20 m) tall toward the end of the Devonian period (419.2 million to 358.9 million years ago)." Scientists say these trees hugely affected the atmosphere. "The first Archaeopteris trees contributed significantly to carbon sequestration, absorbing CO2 and reshaping atmospheric conditions," they wrote. The roots also shaped different formations and substances on Earth, as they "enhanced chemical weathering, breaking rocks into smaller fragments and facilitating the formation of carbonate ions. Over time, these ions contributed to limestone deposition in the oceans."<h2>Cairo Fossil Forest shows these trees are much older</h2>&nbsp;The roots also "locked away carbon dioxide (CO2) from the air, shifting the composition of the planet’s atmosphere." These trees also facilitated a process known as weathering in which the roots "jumble and break up rocks, exposing them to air and triggering a chemical reaction that turns CO2 into carbonate ions." The Cairo Fossil Forest revealed that the oldest known Archaeopteris trees were present on the planet 385 million years ago, at least 20 million years before the previous estimates. However, the oldest plant fossils were found in southwest England, which are even older, dating to 390 million years ago. But for Archaeopteris, the Cairo forest is the oldest.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

The Cairo Fossil Forest offers insights into how life evolved on Earth. The trees found here played an important role in shaping Earth,  its ecosystem and the atmosphere.  

Scientists are pointing out the role played by the world’s oldest forests in shaping life on land and transforming Earth’s atmosphere. One such forest is the Cairo Fossil Forest in upstate New York, which was discovered in 2009 and formally announced in 2019. The fossils of the earliest trees with thick trunks and leaves from the time of the Devonian period are present in this forest, which sits in an abandoned quarry near Cairo, New York. Nearly 6 inches thick fossilised roots that form a huge network extending 36 feet have been discovered in this forest. These trees are believed to belong to the extinct genus Archaeopteris, which is linked to modern-day trees. Researchers published the study in the journal Science. “The trees likely belong to Archaeopteris, an extinct group of trees with fern-like leaves that is related to modern trees,” the study authors wrote. Also Read: Humans are a million years old, lived in Asia and belong to 'Dragon Man', Chinese skull analysis shows According to their analysis, "Archaeopteris trees grew more than 66 feet (20 m) tall toward the end of the Devonian period (419.2 million to 358.9 million years ago)." Scientists say these trees hugely affected the atmosphere. "The first Archaeopteris trees contributed significantly to carbon sequestration, absorbing CO2 and reshaping atmospheric conditions," they wrote. The roots also shaped different formations and substances on Earth, as they "enhanced chemical weathering, breaking rocks into smaller fragments and facilitating the formation of carbonate ions. Over time, these ions contributed to limestone deposition in the oceans." Cairo Fossil Forest shows these trees are much older The roots also "locked away carbon dioxide (CO2) from the air, shifting the composition of the planet’s atmosphere." These trees also facilitated a process known as weathering in which the roots "jumble and break up rocks, exposing them to air and triggering a chemical reaction that turns CO2 into carbonate ions." The Cairo Fossil Forest revealed that the oldest known Archaeopteris trees were present on the planet 385 million years ago, at least 20 million years before the previous estimates. However, the oldest plant fossils were found in southwest England, which are even older, dating to 390 million years ago. But for Archaeopteris, the Cairo forest is the oldest.

The Cairo Fossil Forest offers insights into how life evolved on Earth. The trees found here played an important role in shaping Earth, &nbsp;its ecosystem and the atmosphere. &nbsp;

385-million-year-old tree roots stretching 36 feet in New York reveal how life on Earth evolved

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Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation, is considered one of the most prominent leaders in history. He was a lawyer, politician, social activist, and writer who gave his entire life to India’s freedom struggle through non-violence and truth. Check out his most famous quotes in this article.

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The White House has escalated pressure on American universities, sending letters to nine elite institutions including Harvard, Columbia and Stanford, demanding that they publicly pledge alignment with President Donald Trump’s agenda, according to media reports. This pledge involves commitments to overhaul admissions and hiring policies, restrict diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programmes, enforce stricter campus speech controls, and increase transparency in foreign funding, New York Times and other outlets reported. Those who do not comply could see cuts to their federal research grants and other goverment funding. The move follows reports of Harvard agreeing to pay $500 million in fines over pro-Palestinian activism and alleged antisemitism on campus. The row erupted particularly after the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza.<h2>Which universities received the White House letters?</h2>According to multiple sources cited in New York Times and other media, the letters were sent to nine prominent universities: Harvard, Columbia, Stanford, Yale, the University of Pennsylvania, Brown, MIT, UC Berkeley, and the University of Michigan. These institutions, mostly considered Ivy League, were identified by the administration as having policies or programmes considered "hostile" to the administration’s stated values on free speech, merit-based admissions and antisemitism, said the reports.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-administration-bars-harvard-from-enrolling-international-students-what-this-means-for-788-indian-students-1747965828425">Trump administration bars Harvard from enrolling international students: What it means for 788 Indians enrolled currently?</a><h2>What does the White House letter to American universities say?</h2>The White House letter reportedly instructed the universities to "demonstrate clear support" for new federal guidelines on admissions, speech regulation, and transparency, which is code for complying with Trump policies.&nbsp;It demanded that these institutions publicly commit to ending race-based admissions and hiring, scaling back DEI initiatives, said the reports.The institutions were also asked to implement disciplinary measures against students participating in ‘unauthorised’ protests, particularly those linked to pro-Palestinian activism. The universities are also being asked to declare their adherence to what the administration calls "First Amendment-compatible campus policies." Failure to respond or comply could result in the suspension or withdrawal of federal research funding, the letter indicated, according to the reports.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-vs-harvard-donald-trump-says-harvard-deal-is-close-university-will-pay-500-million-1759332943087/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-vs-harvard-donald-trump-says-harvard-deal-is-close-university-will-pay-500-million-1759332943087/embed</a><h2>Trump administration is linking federal funds to university compliance</h2>Trump is reportedly leveraging billions of dollars in frozen research grants and federal investigations to compel ideological conformity on US campuses. Harvard had earlier refused his administration’s demands, resulting in a freeze of over $2.2 billion in research funding since April 2025.Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/harvard-university-widener-library-has-a-strange-link-to-the-titanic-8966557"> Harvard library donated by man who died on the Titanic has 92 kilometres of bookshelves</a>A federal judge ruled in September that these funding cuts were unlawful and violated Harvard’s First Amendment rights and procedural due process. It called the cuts a "targeted, ideologically motivated assault" on academic freedom. The Trump administration plans to appeal the court ruling and continue enforcing the policies.Despite having the favourable court ruling, Harvard negotiated a settlement that could involve paying a fine of approximately $500 million to restore its frozen funds.<h2>Trump administration's assault on academic freedom in the US?</h2>Academics, Democrat politicians including former president Barack Obama, and organisations like the American Association of University Professors have condemned the White House actions, describing them as authoritarian overreach and a threat to academic freedom. Conservative supporters of the Trump agenda, meanwhile, argue that the measures combat bias and antisemitism and ensure ideological balance on campuses.

Trump administration is reportedly pressuring top US universities to pledge alignment with the president's agenda, or lose funding. Harvard has already agreed to pay $500 million in fines. This is sparing debate on academic freedoms in the US campuses



The White House has escalated pressure on American universities, sending letters to nine elite institutions including Harvard, Columbia and Stanford, demanding that they publicly pledge alignment with President Donald Trump’s agenda, according to media reports. This pledge involves commitments to overhaul admissions and hiring policies, restrict diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programmes, enforce stricter campus speech controls, and increase transparency in foreign funding, New York Times and other outlets reported. Those who do not comply could see cuts to their federal research grants and other goverment funding. The move follows reports of Harvard agreeing to pay $500 million in fines over pro-Palestinian activism and alleged antisemitism on campus. The row erupted particularly after the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza. Which universities received the White House letters? According to multiple sources cited in New York Times and other media, the letters were sent to nine prominent universities: Harvard, Columbia, Stanford, Yale, the University of Pennsylvania, Brown, MIT, UC Berkeley, and the University of Michigan. These institutions, mostly considered Ivy League, were identified by the administration as having policies or programmes considered "hostile" to the administration’s stated values on free speech, merit-based admissions and antisemitism, said the reports. Also read: Trump administration bars Harvard from enrolling international students: What it means for 788 Indians enrolled currently? What does the White House letter to American universities say? The White House letter reportedly instructed the universities to "demonstrate clear support" for new federal guidelines on admissions, speech regulation, and transparency, which is code for complying with Trump policies. It demanded that these institutions publicly commit to ending race-based admissions and hiring, scaling back DEI initiatives, said the reports. The institutions were also asked to implement disciplinary measures against students participating in ‘unauthorised’ protests, particularly those linked to pro-Palestinian activism. The universities are also being asked to declare their adherence to what the administration calls "First Amendment-compatible campus policies." Failure to respond or comply could result in the suspension or withdrawal of federal research funding, the letter indicated, according to the reports. https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-vs-harvard-donald-trump-says-harvard-deal-is-close-university-will-pay-500-million-1759332943087/embed Trump administration is linking federal funds to university compliance Trump is reportedly leveraging billions of dollars in frozen research grants and federal investigations to compel ideological conformity on US campuses. Harvard had earlier refused his administration’s demands, resulting in a freeze of over $2.2 billion in research funding since April 2025. Also read: Harvard library donated by man who died on the Titanic has 92 kilometres of bookshelves A federal judge ruled in September that these funding cuts were unlawful and violated Harvard’s First Amendment rights and procedural due process. It called the cuts a "targeted, ideologically motivated assault" on academic freedom. The Trump administration plans to appeal the court ruling and continue enforcing the policies. Despite having the favourable court ruling, Harvard negotiated a settlement that could involve paying a fine of approximately $500 million to restore its frozen funds. Trump administration's assault on academic freedom in the US? Academics, Democrat politicians including former president Barack Obama, and organisations like the American Association of University Professors have condemned the White House actions, describing them as authoritarian overreach and a threat to academic freedom. Conservative supporters of the Trump agenda, meanwhile, argue that the measures combat bias and antisemitism and ensure ideological balance on campuses.

Trump administration is reportedly pressuring top US universities to pledge alignment with the president's agenda, or lose funding. Harvard has already agreed to pay $500 million in fines. This is sparing debate on academic freedoms in the US campuses&nbsp;

Pledge allegiance to Trump agenda, or else: White House ultimatum to US universities. Is academic freedom dying on American campuses?

In a shocking incident, a 3-day-old baby was buried alive under a rock in a forest in Madhya Pradesh's Chindwara district by a govt school teacher and his wife. The couple allegedly feared losing job under the two-child policy of the state government. However, the baby miraculously survived.&nbsp;After the child, a boy, was buried by his parents Bablu Dandolia, 38, and his wife Rajkumari, 28, in Nandanwadi village of Dhanora area of Chindwara district on Sunday (Sept 26), three days after his birth, some villagers heard his cries from beneath stones and pulled him out and rushed him to a nearby local health centre from where he was referred to the district hospital.&nbsp;“The child is undergoing treatment at the district hospital. A case has been registered, and legal action is in progress,” Amarwara SDOP Kalyani Barkade said.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/cough-syrup-horror-2-children-dead-10-reported-ill-in-rajasthan-doctor-drinks-it-to-prove-safety-faints-1759383061290">Cough syrup horror: 2 children dead, 10 reported ill in Rajasthan; doctor drinks it to prove safety, faints</a>&nbsp;It was only after the arrest of the couple on Tuesday that people came to know about the incident and was widely reported in the national media.<h2>Couple confess to crime</h2>Bablu and Rajkumari work as Class 3 teachers at a primary government school in the district since 2009. Both have confessed to their crimes and said they took the step out of fear of suspension or dismissal from their teaching positions due to the two-child policy in the state.&nbsp;According to the police, the couple already have an 11-year-old daughter, a seven-year-old daughter and a four-year-old son. The new born was their fourth child.&nbsp;The couple now faces attempt-to-murder charges.Under MP's two-child policy, no government employee can have more than two children.&nbsp;

Bablu and Rajkumari work as Class 3 teachers at a primary government school in Madhya Pradesh since 2009. Both have confessed to their crimes and said they took the step out of fear of suspension.

In a shocking incident, a 3-day-old baby was buried alive under a rock in a forest in Madhya Pradesh's Chindwara district by a govt school teacher and his wife. The couple allegedly feared losing job under the two-child policy of the state government. However, the baby miraculously survived. After the child, a boy, was buried by his parents Bablu Dandolia, 38, and his wife Rajkumari, 28, in Nandanwadi village of Dhanora area of Chindwara district on Sunday (Sept 26), three days after his birth, some villagers heard his cries from beneath stones and pulled him out and rushed him to a nearby local health centre from where he was referred to the district hospital. “The child is undergoing treatment at the district hospital. A case has been registered, and legal action is in progress,” Amarwara SDOP Kalyani Barkade said. Also read: Cough syrup horror: 2 children dead, 10 reported ill in Rajasthan; doctor drinks it to prove safety, faints It was only after the arrest of the couple on Tuesday that people came to know about the incident and was widely reported in the national media. Couple confess to crime Bablu and Rajkumari work as Class 3 teachers at a primary government school in the district since 2009. Both have confessed to their crimes and said they took the step out of fear of suspension or dismissal from their teaching positions due to the two-child policy in the state. According to the police, the couple already have an 11-year-old daughter, a seven-year-old daughter and a four-year-old son. The new born was their fourth child. The couple now faces attempt-to-murder charges. Under MP's two-child policy, no government employee can have more than two children.

Bablu and Rajkumari work as Class 3 teachers at a primary government school in Madhya Pradesh since 2009. Both have confessed to their crimes and said they took the step out of fear of suspension.

Indian teacher couple buries child alive over fear of losing jobs, villagers save boy. What happened in Madhya Pradesh?

Pope Leo XIV has made headlines for blessing a chunk of ice. Yes, you read that right, the leader of the Catholic Church was caught on camera blessing a chunk of frozen water. Why would a religious leader of such high stature do something that seems so bizarre, you may wonder. The answer is to raise awareness about climate change. The chunk of ice he blessed was actually a chunk of the Greenland glacier. Blessing the piece of glacier at the “Raising Hope for Climate Justice” conference near Rome, Pope Leo called on world leaders to act boldly against climate change. He was then joined by actor and former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and other attendees in waving a blue tarp around the ice, a ritual meant to draw attention to environmental urgency.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-blatant-act-of-desperation-greta-thunberg-activists-detained-as-israeli-navy-stops-gaza-aid-flotilla-1759372426305">‘Blatant act of desperation’: Greta Thunberg, activists detained as Israeli navy stops Gaza aid flotilla. Watch video</a><h2>Pope takes a dig at Trump</h2>Speaking at the conference, the Pontiff said, “We will raise hope by demanding that leaders act with courage, not delay. Will you join with us?”. He also slammed those who dismiss the science of global warming, echoing the stance of his predecessor, Pope Francis. “Some have chosen to deride the increasingly evident signs of climate change, to ridicule those who speak of global warming, and even to blame the poor for the very thing that affects them the most,” he said in what was an apparent dig at US President Donald Trump.Watch video here:

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The event marked the tenth anniversary of Francis’s landmark document on climate and environmental responsibility, Laudato Si’, which helped set the tone for the 2015 Paris climate agreement.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/pakistan-army-chief-or-shopkeeper-asim-munir-ridiculed-for-rare-earth-minerals-photo-op-with-trump-watch-1759380620882">Pakistan Army chief or shopkeeper? Asim Munir ridiculed for rare earth minerals photo-op with Trump. Watch</a><h2>Cannot love god and hate his creatures</h2>Pope Leo used the occasion to highlight the intersection of environmental and social responsibility, saying, “We cannot love God, whom we cannot see, while despising his creatures," he said, adding, "Nor can we call ourselves disciples of Jesus Christ without participating in his outlook on creation and his care for all that is fragile and wounded.”His remarks came days after US President Donald Trump called climate change a “con” at the UN General Assembly, dismissing renewable energy initiatives. <h2>Pope ridiculed for blessing ice</h2>The blessing drew both admiration and ridicule online. Some conservatives mocked the ritual as “pagan earth worship,” while others questioned the appropriateness of a Pope engaging in symbolic environmental acts. Schwarzenegger praised the pontiff as a real-world “action hero” for taking a visible stand on the climate crisis.

Pope Leo XIV blessed a chunk of Greenland ice at a Rome climate summit, sparking both praise and ridicule. Here's why he did this..

Pope Leo XIV has made headlines for blessing a chunk of ice. Yes, you read that right, the leader of the Catholic Church was caught on camera blessing a chunk of frozen water. Why would a religious leader of such high stature do something that seems so bizarre, you may wonder. The answer is to raise awareness about climate change. The chunk of ice he blessed was actually a chunk of the Greenland glacier. Blessing the piece of glacier at the “Raising Hope for Climate Justice” conference near Rome, Pope Leo called on world leaders to act boldly against climate change. He was then joined by actor and former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and other attendees in waving a blue tarp around the ice, a ritual meant to draw attention to environmental urgency. Also read | ‘Blatant act of desperation’: Greta Thunberg, activists detained as Israeli navy stops Gaza aid flotilla. Watch video Pope takes a dig at Trump Speaking at the conference, the Pontiff said, “We will raise hope by demanding that leaders act with courage, not delay. Will you join with us?”. He also slammed those who dismiss the science of global warming, echoing the stance of his predecessor, Pope Francis. “Some have chosen to deride the increasingly evident signs of climate change, to ridicule those who speak of global warming, and even to blame the poor for the very thing that affects them the most,” he said in what was an apparent dig at US President Donald Trump. Watch video here:

Pope Leo XIV blessed a chunk of Greenland ice at a Rome climate summit, sparking both praise and ridicule. Here's why he did this..

Video: Pope blesses chunk of ice on camera, sparks ridicule — but why did he do it?

Interstellar object 3I/Atlas has been ruled a comet by most of the astronomical community. But there is one scientist who thinks it could be an "alien mothership" coming after not just Earth, but also the other planets in the solar system. Avi Loeb says it is only a matter of a couple of days before the object reveals its true self. 3I/Atlas is approaching Mars and will be at its closest point to the red planet on October 3. Then it will travel to a point where it will go behind the Sun, becoming invisible from Earth. After vanishing from our sight, 3I/Atlas might use the Sun's gravity to fling itself towards Earth. Right now, its trajectory won't bring it anywhere near Earth, and it is expected to fly by at a safe distance. But, Loeb says things can change after October 29. If it is a piece of alien technology coming with the intention to probe us, it might use the hideout time to implement its plan and swing towards Earth. He claimed this while talking to TV actor Mayim Bialik on her YouTube show Breakdown. Loeb staunchly believes that 3I/Atlas has so many anomalies that it shouldn't be dismissed as merely a comet.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/threat-to-earth-speed-age-and-more-all-your-questions-about-interstellar-comet-3i-atlas-answered-1759204932732">Interstellar comet 3I/Atlas: Threat to Earth, speed, age and other questions answered</a>&nbsp;<h2>3I/Atlas anomalies - Speed, size, light</h2>The Harvard scientist has listed the problems with the interstellar visitor. First, its trajectory is strange. 3I/Atlas is travelling in a straight line, such that it comes close to several planets, primarily Mars and Jupiter. Second, based on the observations by the Hubble and Webb Telescopes, Loeb projects that 3I/Atlas is humongous. He says it could easily have a nucleus measuring 46 kilometres in diameter, based on its brightness. His later analysis showed that the mass of 3I/ATLAS is bigger than 33 billion tons, and that the "diameter of its solid-density nucleus must be larger than 5 kilometres." He says the chances of it being a natural object are tiny because, before finding such a huge interstellar object, we should have found thousands of much smaller space rocks.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/3i-atlas-anomalies-its-mass-is-likely-bigger-than-33-billion-tons-too-large-to-be-a-comet-1758857250208">3I/Atlas anomalies: Its mass is likely bigger than 33 billion tons, too large to be a comet</a>&nbsp;Another anomaly he cites is the light it is generating. Loeb thinks that this object is creating its own light, being released by its nucleus, irrespective of how much sunlight is reflecting off it. It is also racing at a speed of 200,000 km/hour, which he says is impossible for such a large object. For the longest time, 3I/Atlas didn't have a tail. A comet develops a tail as it comes closer to the Sun because of a process called outgassing. But none of the telescopes picked up a cometary tail. Earlier in September, the Gemini Telescope in Chile saw the object developing a tail.&nbsp;<h2>Loeb calls on world leaders to be prepared for 3I/Atlas</h2>Loeb has called on governments across the world to be prepared for a scenario where 3I/Atlas actually turns out to be an alien spacecraft. It is slated to reappear in early December after hiding in the Sun's glare. At its closest point, it will be 273 million kilometres. However, if it does use the Sun's gravity, like Loeb suggests, that day might come sooner than expected.

Avi Loeb has given a date that might change things with 3I/Atlas. This is the day when the interstellar object will move behind the Sun. From here, it might change its trajectory and come right towards Earth. 

Interstellar object 3I/Atlas has been ruled a comet by most of the astronomical community. But there is one scientist who thinks it could be an "alien mothership" coming after not just Earth, but also the other planets in the solar system. Avi Loeb says it is only a matter of a couple of days before the object reveals its true self. 3I/Atlas is approaching Mars and will be at its closest point to the red planet on October 3. Then it will travel to a point where it will go behind the Sun, becoming invisible from Earth. After vanishing from our sight, 3I/Atlas might use the Sun's gravity to fling itself towards Earth. Right now, its trajectory won't bring it anywhere near Earth, and it is expected to fly by at a safe distance. But, Loeb says things can change after October 29. If it is a piece of alien technology coming with the intention to probe us, it might use the hideout time to implement its plan and swing towards Earth. He claimed this while talking to TV actor Mayim Bialik on her YouTube show Breakdown. Loeb staunchly believes that 3I/Atlas has so many anomalies that it shouldn't be dismissed as merely a comet. Also Read: Interstellar comet 3I/Atlas: Threat to Earth, speed, age and other questions answered 3I/Atlas anomalies - Speed, size, light The Harvard scientist has listed the problems with the interstellar visitor. First, its trajectory is strange. 3I/Atlas is travelling in a straight line, such that it comes close to several planets, primarily Mars and Jupiter. Second, based on the observations by the Hubble and Webb Telescopes, Loeb projects that 3I/Atlas is humongous. He says it could easily have a nucleus measuring 46 kilometres in diameter, based on its brightness. His later analysis showed that the mass of 3I/ATLAS is bigger than 33 billion tons, and that the "diameter of its solid-density nucleus must be larger than 5 kilometres." He says the chances of it being a natural object are tiny because, before finding such a huge interstellar object, we should have found thousands of much smaller space rocks. Also Read: 3I/Atlas anomalies: Its mass is likely bigger than 33 billion tons, too large to be a comet Another anomaly he cites is the light it is generating. Loeb thinks that this object is creating its own light, being released by its nucleus, irrespective of how much sunlight is reflecting off it. It is also racing at a speed of 200,000 km/hour, which he says is impossible for such a large object. For the longest time, 3I/Atlas didn't have a tail. A comet develops a tail as it comes closer to the Sun because of a process called outgassing. But none of the telescopes picked up a cometary tail. Earlier in September, the Gemini Telescope in Chile saw the object developing a tail. Loeb calls on world leaders to be prepared for 3I/Atlas Loeb has called on governments across the world to be prepared for a scenario where 3I/Atlas actually turns out to be an alien spacecraft. It is slated to reappear in early December after hiding in the Sun's glare. At its closest point, it will be 273 million kilometres. However, if it does use the Sun's gravity, like Loeb suggests, that day might come sooner than expected.

Avi Loeb has given a date that might change things with 3I/Atlas. This is the day when the interstellar object will move behind the Sun. From here, it might change its trajectory and come right towards Earth.&nbsp;

October 29: The day of reckoning for 3I/ATLAS - Scientist warns of historic shift

At least two people have died in Moroccan Gen Z protests, also dubbed "GenZ212" or the "Gen Z Uprising", in yet another flare-up of youth-led anger similar to movements in Nepal and Bangladesh. This is the most significant protest movement in Morocco since the 2011 February 20 movement linked to the Arab Spring, and the 2016–2017 Hirak Rif uprising. Who are the organisers of this protest? And what is the football link to this protest? Here is what you should know.<h2>Morocco Gen Z protest, launched by tech-savvy youth</h2>From September 27, protests erupted across at least 15 cities, including Rabat, Casablanca, Marrakesh, Agadir, and Tangier, mainly led by Moroccan youth born in the mid-1990s to early 2010s.&nbsp;These young people are frustrated over economic hardship, regional inequalities, crumbling public services, and youth unemployment that has hit 35.8 percent.&nbsp;They are also protesting alleged corruption under Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch’s government.<h2>The death of pregnant women in a Morocco hospital that triggered protests</h2>Morocco is no stranger to protest movements. The immediate spark for the latest uprising came in mid-September, after eight pregnant women died in a public hospital in Agadir due to overcrowding, understaffing, and shortage of medical equipment. This tragedy exposed systemic failures in healthcare and highlighted the neglect of rural populations, particularly in the Agadir region. Morocco has only 7.7 doctors per 10,000 people, far below the World Health Organization's recommendation of 25. The ratio is even lower in Agadir, at 4.4. The women’s deaths have become a symbol of broader inequality.<h2>The football link: Anger over World Cup spending</h2>The Moroccan government’s multibillion-dollar investments in football infrastructure for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and 2030 FIFA World Cup drew sharp criticism from the youth. Protest slogans included "We want hospitals, not stadiums".&nbsp;The massive spending on stadiums—over $5 billion by some estimates—is seen by many as a symbol of elite interests overtaking public needs.&nbsp;Rural youth, in particular, feel excluded from national progress. This anger at the government’s priorities spilled into the streets, especially in regions still recovering from the 2023 Al Haouz earthquake, which reportedly killed thousands and destroyed entire villages.<h2>GenZ 212 and Morocco Youth Voice: Who are the digital-savvy organisers of the Morocco protest?&nbsp;</h2>Two faceless, youth-led digital collectives are at the forefront of the current uprising: GenZ 212 and Morocco Youth Voice.&nbsp;GenZ 212 is named after Rabat’s area code. It operates through online platforms like TikTok, Instagram, Discord, and Facebook. Initially, it promoted peaceful protests while rejecting political affiliations.&nbsp;Morocco Youth Voice focuses on human rights and regional logistics, particularly emphasising women’s issues.&nbsp;Both these groups reject traditional political leadership and operate as decentralised, leaderless movements. They have been using so-called “digital guerrilla tactics”, including AI-generated content and live-streamed events, to gather attention. In just a few days, the membership of GenZ 212 grew rapidly, with some posts reaching millions of views.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/when-gen-z-protests-heads-roll-from-nepal-to-indonesia-and-beyond-tiktok-generation-leads-change-in-politics-dominated-by-the-old-and-senile-1757401084536">When Gen Z protests, heads roll: From Nepal to Indonesia and beyond, TikTok generation leads change in politics dominated by the old and senile</a><h2>What is different about the 2025 Morocco protest?</h2>Earlier protests in Morocco were led by trade unions, leftist groups, or opposition parties. But the Gen Z protests of 2025 are a decentralised movement, whose main organisers are digitally native youth who mostly stayed anonymous. They are demanding healthcare reform, investment in education, a crackdown on corruption, and the redirection of World Cup funding toward essential public services.While not explicitly anti-monarchy, the protests challenge entrenched systems of power, particularly the ‘Makhzen’, a collective term used to refer to Morocco’s traditional governing elite, including the monarchy, security apparatus, and business interests. The protesters have not directly targeted the king, yet the calls for transparency, dignity, and opportunity question the broader political and economic structure.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions/ladakh-s-gen-z-protests-urged-to-choose-dialogue-over-discord-in-land-of-lamas-peace-chants-1758806213531">Ladakh’s Gen Z protesters urged to choose dialogue over discord in Land of Lamas’ peace chants</a><h2>How the Morocco protests became violent</h2>The protests began peacefully in late September, but on Wedenesday (Oct 1), violence broke out in cities like Inezgane and Oujda. At least three protesters have been killed so far—two in Leqliaa (near Agadir), and one in Oujda. At least 263 security personnel and 23 civilians have been injured, and more than 400 people arrested, including minors. Trials are set to begin on October 7 for those detained on charges related to public disorder.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/morocco-protests-rallies-against-government-corruption-and-extortion-1759390539946/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/morocco-protests-rallies-against-government-corruption-and-extortion-1759390539946/embed</a><h2>What is the government doing about the Morocco protests?</h2>The government has praised the security response to the protests as “balanced” and promised reforms. However, human rights groups have alleged the use of excessive force and accused authorities of restricting freedom of expression. Critics argued that the government is evading accountability and suppressing legitimate dissent.With parliamentary elections set for 2026, these protests signal a generational shift in Moroccan politics, with local grievances converging with the fast-growing wave of global Gen Z activism. With their voices amplified on social media and international solidarity growing, the unrest shows no sign of abating.&nbsp;

The 2025 Moroccan Gen Z protests, often referred to as the "GenZ212" or the "Gen Z Uprising," represent a significant wave of youth-led demonstrations that erupted across Morocco in recent months. Here is how it's different, and why it matters

At least two people have died in Moroccan Gen Z protests, also dubbed "GenZ212" or the "Gen Z Uprising", in yet another flare-up of youth-led anger similar to movements in Nepal and Bangladesh. This is the most significant protest movement in Morocco since the 2011 February 20 movement linked to the Arab Spring, and the 2016–2017 Hirak Rif uprising. Who are the organisers of this protest? And what is the football link to this protest? Here is what you should know. Morocco Gen Z protest, launched by tech-savvy youth From September 27, protests erupted across at least 15 cities, including Rabat, Casablanca, Marrakesh, Agadir, and Tangier, mainly led by Moroccan youth born in the mid-1990s to early 2010s. These young people are frustrated over economic hardship, regional inequalities, crumbling public services, and youth unemployment that has hit 35.8 percent. They are also protesting alleged corruption under Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch’s government. The death of pregnant women in a Morocco hospital that triggered protests Morocco is no stranger to protest movements. The immediate spark for the latest uprising came in mid-September, after eight pregnant women died in a public hospital in Agadir due to overcrowding, understaffing, and shortage of medical equipment. This tragedy exposed systemic failures in healthcare and highlighted the neglect of rural populations, particularly in the Agadir region. Morocco has only 7.7 doctors per 10,000 people, far below the World Health Organization's recommendation of 25. The ratio is even lower in Agadir, at 4.4. The women’s deaths have become a symbol of broader inequality. The football link: Anger over World Cup spending The Moroccan government’s multibillion-dollar investments in football infrastructure for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and 2030 FIFA World Cup drew sharp criticism from the youth. Protest slogans included "We want hospitals, not stadiums". The massive spending on stadiums—over $5 billion by some estimates—is seen by many as a symbol of elite interests overtaking public needs. Rural youth, in particular, feel excluded from national progress. This anger at the government’s priorities spilled into the streets, especially in regions still recovering from the 2023 Al Haouz earthquake, which reportedly killed thousands and destroyed entire villages. GenZ 212 and Morocco Youth Voice: Who are the digital-savvy organisers of the Morocco protest? Two faceless, youth-led digital collectives are at the forefront of the current uprising: GenZ 212 and Morocco Youth Voice. GenZ 212 is named after Rabat’s area code. It operates through online platforms like TikTok, Instagram, Discord, and Facebook. Initially, it promoted peaceful protests while rejecting political affiliations. Morocco Youth Voice focuses on human rights and regional logistics, particularly emphasising women’s issues. Both these groups reject traditional political leadership and operate as decentralised, leaderless movements. They have been using so-called “digital guerrilla tactics”, including AI-generated content and live-streamed events, to gather attention. In just a few days, the membership of GenZ 212 grew rapidly, with some posts reaching millions of views. Also read: When Gen Z protests, heads roll: From Nepal to Indonesia and beyond, TikTok generation leads change in politics dominated by the old and senile What is different about the 2025 Morocco protest? Earlier protests in Morocco were led by trade unions, leftist groups, or opposition parties. But the Gen Z protests of 2025 are a decentralised movement, whose main organisers are digitally native youth who mostly stayed anonymous. They are demanding healthcare reform, investment in education, a crackdown on corruption, and the redirection of World Cup funding toward essential public services. While not explicitly anti-monarchy, the protests challenge entrenched systems of power, particularly the ‘Makhzen’, a collective term used to refer to Morocco’s traditional governing elite, including the monarchy, security apparatus, and business interests. The protesters have not directly targeted the king, yet the calls for transparency, dignity, and opportunity question the broader political and economic structure. Also read: Ladakh’s Gen Z protesters urged to choose dialogue over discord in Land of Lamas’ peace chants How the Morocco protests became violent The protests began peacefully in late September, but on Wedenesday (Oct 1), violence broke out in cities like Inezgane and Oujda. At least three protesters have been killed so far—two in Leqliaa (near Agadir), and one in Oujda. At least 263 security personnel and 23 civilians have been injured, and more than 400 people arrested, including minors. Trials are set to begin on October 7 for those detained on charges related to public disorder. https://www.wionews.com/videos/morocco-protests-rallies-against-government-corruption-and-extortion-1759390539946/embed What is the government doing about the Morocco protests? The government has praised the security response to the protests as “balanced” and promised reforms. However, human rights groups have alleged the use of excessive force and accused authorities of restricting freedom of expression. Critics argued that the government is evading accountability and suppressing legitimate dissent. With parliamentary elections set for 2026, these protests signal a generational shift in Moroccan politics, with local grievances converging with the fast-growing wave of global Gen Z activism. With their voices amplified on social media and international solidarity growing, the unrest shows no sign of abating.

The 2025 Moroccan Gen Z protests, often referred to as the "GenZ212" or the "Gen Z Uprising," represent a significant wave of youth-led demonstrations that erupted across Morocco in recent months. Here is how it's different, and why it matters

Morocco Gen Z protests kill 3: What's 'Gen Z 212' and the 'hospitals, not stadiums' football link to yet another youth-led movement?

International Day of Non-Violence is celebrated every year on 2nd October across the world to honour the birth of Mahatma Gandhi and his principle of non-violence. While in India, 2nd October is celebrated as Gandhi Jayanti. This day is observed following a 2007 United Nations resolution that received support from over 140 countries.&nbsp;This dual observance gives the day a unique significance that is rooted in India’s national memory yet shared as a universal message for humanity. It reminds us that Gandhi’s message is not confined to the past but continues to light the way towards a world where peace triumphs over conflict, dialogue over division, and compassion over fear.<h3>How International Day of Non-Violence begin?</h3>The initiative to celebrate International Day of Non-Violence was officially launched by India in 2007 after the Indian government introduced a resolution in the United Nations Assembly requesting that Mahatma Gandhi's birth anniversary, October 2nd, be observed as International Day of Non-Violence.&nbsp;Initially, the idea was proposed by Iranian Nobel laureate Shirin Ebadi in 2004 at the World Social Forum in Mumbai. The initial idea was brought to her in Paris by a Hindi teacher. Later in January 2007, the campaign gained momentum at a conference in New Delhi focusing on non-violence (Satyagraha).&nbsp;Then Sonia Gandhi, while she was the president of Congress, and Archbishop Desmond Tutu both launched the initiative for a resolution demanding that the UN adopt this day as International Day of Non-Violence. In response, India was supported by 140 member states, and the proposal was introduced to the UN General Assembly.&nbsp;On June 15, 2007, the General Assembly adopted resolution A/RES/61/271, officially establishing October 2 as the International Day of Non-Violence. India's Minister of State for External Affairs, Anand Sharma, presented the resolution, highlighting the universal respect for Mahatma Gandhi and the enduring relevance of his philosophy.<h3>What is the significance of the International Day of Non-Violence?</h3>The most significant part of this day is that, when the world is grappling with violence, terrorism, ethnic conflicts, and wars, it conveys a message of non-violence, peace, and tolerance to the world. This day serves as a reminder that even the toughest challenge can be solved peacefully.&nbsp;The life journey and ideals of Mahatma Gandhi also act as a guiding light for the younger generation. The day motivates students to drive social change through non-violence, often observed with debates, seminars, and competitions in schools and colleges. Non-violence is more than a strategy of resistance; it is a way of life. It has proven to be a transformative force in civil rights struggles, exemplified by leaders such as Martin Luther King Jr. and Nelson Mandela.

The most significant part of this day is that, when the world is grappling with violence, terrorism, ethnic conflicts, and wars, it conveys a message of non-violence, peace, and tolerance to the world. This day serves as a reminder that even the toughest challenge can be solved peacefully.

International Day of Non-Violence is celebrated every year on 2nd October across the world to honour the birth of Mahatma Gandhi and his principle of non-violence. While in India, 2nd October is celebrated as Gandhi Jayanti. This day is observed following a 2007 United Nations resolution that received support from over 140 countries. This dual observance gives the day a unique significance that is rooted in India’s national memory yet shared as a universal message for humanity. It reminds us that Gandhi’s message is not confined to the past but continues to light the way towards a world where peace triumphs over conflict, dialogue over division, and compassion over fear. How International Day of Non-Violence begin? The initiative to celebrate International Day of Non-Violence was officially launched by India in 2007 after the Indian government introduced a resolution in the United Nations Assembly requesting that Mahatma Gandhi's birth anniversary, October 2nd, be observed as International Day of Non-Violence. Initially, the idea was proposed by Iranian Nobel laureate Shirin Ebadi in 2004 at the World Social Forum in Mumbai. The initial idea was brought to her in Paris by a Hindi teacher. Later in January 2007, the campaign gained momentum at a conference in New Delhi focusing on non-violence (Satyagraha). Then Sonia Gandhi, while she was the president of Congress, and Archbishop Desmond Tutu both launched the initiative for a resolution demanding that the UN adopt this day as International Day of Non-Violence. In response, India was supported by 140 member states, and the proposal was introduced to the UN General Assembly. On June 15, 2007, the General Assembly adopted resolution A/RES/61/271, officially establishing October 2 as the International Day of Non-Violence. India's Minister of State for External Affairs, Anand Sharma, presented the resolution, highlighting the universal respect for Mahatma Gandhi and the enduring relevance of his philosophy. What is the significance of the International Day of Non-Violence? The most significant part of this day is that, when the world is grappling with violence, terrorism, ethnic conflicts, and wars, it conveys a message of non-violence, peace, and tolerance to the world. This day serves as a reminder that even the toughest challenge can be solved peacefully. The life journey and ideals of Mahatma Gandhi also act as a guiding light for the younger generation. The day motivates students to drive social change through non-violence, often observed with debates, seminars, and competitions in schools and colleges. Non-violence is more than a strategy of resistance; it is a way of life. It has proven to be a transformative force in civil rights struggles, exemplified by leaders such as Martin Luther King Jr. and Nelson Mandela.

The most significant part of this day is that, when the world is grappling with violence, terrorism, ethnic conflicts, and wars, it conveys a message of non-violence, peace, and tolerance to the world. This day serves as a reminder that even the toughest challenge can be solved peacefully.

Why does the world mark October 2 as International Day of Non-Violence? Know its origin and significance

Police in Delhi recovered more incriminating material including a sex toy and five porn CDs from the ‘ashram’ of Swami Chaitanyananda Saraswati in the Indian capital. Chaitanyananda, real name Parthasarathy, originally from the east Indian state of Odisha, has been arrested on sexual harassment and exploitation of at least 17 female students. The 62-year-old man, being dubbed ‘sleaze baba’ in Indian media, was arrested on September 28 from a hotel in the northern Agra city after evading arrest for nearly two months.<h2>What items were found in Delhi sleaze baba's room?</h2>Indian media reports citing Delhi police said that after a 90-minute search on Wednesday (Oct 1) at his ashram/room on the campus of Sri Sharada Institute of Indian Management-Research (SRISIIM) located in Vasant Kunj, Delhi, one sex toy and five CDs suspected to contain pornographic videos and obscene material were recovered. This was the second raid on the campus where he teaches, and is a director.Also found in the raids were three forged or morphed photographs of him with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and former US President Barack Obama, which were used to project false clout. Police also found on him several photos with air hostesses and text logs of several of his lewd chats with women.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-police-nab-godman-accused-of-molesting-17-students-swami-chaitanya-nanda-arrested-in-agra-1759022900882">Delhi Police nab ‘godman’ accused of molesting 17 students; Swami Chaitanya Nanda Saraswati arrested in Agra</a><h2>Delhi sleaze baba had a pattern of crimes, probe ongoing</h2>According to police, Chaitanyananda had a pattern of building a facade of power while engaging in sexual exploitation of his students. Police teams are also raiding his getaways in Uttarakhand for further corroboration of the evidence. The investigation is ongoing and more statements from his victims are likely.According to complaints, Chaitanyananda exploited his female postgraduate students, many of them from economically weaker sections and on scholarships, at the institute. This included lewd and obscene text messages, pressurising students into sexual favours by threatening to withhold marks or scholarships. He is alleged to have misused his position to groom victims with gifts like jewellery while name-dropping influential figures like those in the Indian Prime Minister's Office (PMO) and the Chief Justice of India.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/self-proclaimed-godman-swami-chaitanyananda-accused-of-harassing-students-1758968445980/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/self-proclaimed-godman-swami-chaitanyananda-accused-of-harassing-students-1758968445980/embed</a><h2>How police nabbed Chaitanyananda</h2>Delhi Police filed a First Information Report (FIR) in August under penal sections for sexual harassment, stalking, and criminal intimidation following complaints from victims and an Air Force official.&nbsp;Chaitanyananda went into hiding. He is reported to have disguised himself while staying in at least 15 low-profile hotels across Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand including in Bageshwar and Almora.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/who-is-swami-chaitanyananda-saraswasti-self-styled-godman-booked-for-allegedly-molesting-girls-at-delhi-institute-1758695407961">Who is Swami Chaitanyananda Saraswati? Self-styled godman booked for allegedly molesting students at Delhi institute</a>Police managed to track him via CCTV footage and mobile phone data. He was arrested in the early morning of September 28 in Agra, where he was living under the alias 'Partha Sarathi.'A court remanded him to judicial custody for five days on September 29.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/self-styled-godman-chaitanyananda-saraswati-arrested-in-sexual-harassment-case-sent-to-5-day-police-custody-1759063726020">Self-styled godman Chaitanyananda Saraswati arrested in sexual harassment case, sent to 5-day police custody</a><h2>Shockingly obscene WhatsApp chats recovered from sleaze baba's phones</h2>Police recovered explicit WhatsApp chats from his seized phone, which exposed his predatory behaviour.In some of these messages, he addressed the students as "sweetie baby daughter doll" or "baby." Some messages appeared to show that he used to solicit girls for his "nice friends", and asked for a sex partner for a "Dubai Sheikh." The phones contained screenshots of women's profile pictures including air hostesses, according to police, who are also trying to forensically recover deleted chats.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/sheikh-wants-partner-what-delhi-godman-allegedly-told-a-victim-as-whatsapp-chat-leaked-1759314788490">Sheikh wants 'partner': What Delhi 'godman' allegedly told a victim as WhatsApp chat leaked</a>According to police, Chaitanyananda had access to institute CCTV feeds from which he could monitor his victims.Police froze assets worth ₹80 million linked to Chaitanyananda, even as it emerged that ₹5 million rupees were transferred post-FIR using allegedly forged documents. Police also seized a BMW car with a fake VIP number plate.A close aide of Chaitanyananda, Hari Singh Kopkoti, was arrested for threatening a victim's father, while two female associates were held and confronted with the accused.<h2>What the victims said about Delhi sleaze baba</h2>At least 17 women, mostly his students, have recorded statements, with allegations ranging from sexual exploitation to molestation and unwanted sexual advances from Chaitanyananda. A prospective student also described a "troubling encounter" where she narrowly avoided admission to the institute after sensing red flags, including the baba's claim to her that a prior complainant “tried to seduce him.”

In the lateste development in the sleaze baba Swami Chaitanyananda Saraswati case, Delhi police found a sex toy, five porn CDs, forged photos, and obscene chats. The man had been arrested for sexually exploiting more than 17 female students

Police in Delhi recovered more incriminating material including a sex toy and five porn CDs from the ‘ashram’ of Swami Chaitanyananda Saraswati in the Indian capital. Chaitanyananda, real name Parthasarathy, originally from the east Indian state of Odisha, has been arrested on sexual harassment and exploitation of at least 17 female students. The 62-year-old man, being dubbed ‘sleaze baba’ in Indian media, was arrested on September 28 from a hotel in the northern Agra city after evading arrest for nearly two months. What items were found in Delhi sleaze baba's room? Indian media reports citing Delhi police said that after a 90-minute search on Wednesday (Oct 1) at his ashram/room on the campus of Sri Sharada Institute of Indian Management-Research (SRISIIM) located in Vasant Kunj, Delhi, one sex toy and five CDs suspected to contain pornographic videos and obscene material were recovered. This was the second raid on the campus where he teaches, and is a director. Also found in the raids were three forged or morphed photographs of him with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and former US President Barack Obama, which were used to project false clout. Police also found on him several photos with air hostesses and text logs of several of his lewd chats with women. Also read: Delhi Police nab ‘godman’ accused of molesting 17 students; Swami Chaitanya Nanda Saraswati arrested in Agra Delhi sleaze baba had a pattern of crimes, probe ongoing According to police, Chaitanyananda had a pattern of building a facade of power while engaging in sexual exploitation of his students. Police teams are also raiding his getaways in Uttarakhand for further corroboration of the evidence. The investigation is ongoing and more statements from his victims are likely. According to complaints, Chaitanyananda exploited his female postgraduate students, many of them from economically weaker sections and on scholarships, at the institute. This included lewd and obscene text messages, pressurising students into sexual favours by threatening to withhold marks or scholarships. He is alleged to have misused his position to groom victims with gifts like jewellery while name-dropping influential figures like those in the Indian Prime Minister's Office (PMO) and the Chief Justice of India. https://www.wionews.com/videos/self-proclaimed-godman-swami-chaitanyananda-accused-of-harassing-students-1758968445980/embed How police nabbed Chaitanyananda Delhi Police filed a First Information Report (FIR) in August under penal sections for sexual harassment, stalking, and criminal intimidation following complaints from victims and an Air Force official. Chaitanyananda went into hiding. He is reported to have disguised himself while staying in at least 15 low-profile hotels across Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand including in Bageshwar and Almora. Also read: Who is Swami Chaitanyananda Saraswati? Self-styled godman booked for allegedly molesting students at Delhi institute Police managed to track him via CCTV footage and mobile phone data. He was arrested in the early morning of September 28 in Agra, where he was living under the alias 'Partha Sarathi.' A court remanded him to judicial custody for five days on September 29. Also read: Self-styled godman Chaitanyananda Saraswati arrested in sexual harassment case, sent to 5-day police custody Shockingly obscene WhatsApp chats recovered from sleaze baba's phones Police recovered explicit WhatsApp chats from his seized phone, which exposed his predatory behaviour. In some of these messages, he addressed the students as "sweetie baby daughter doll" or "baby." Some messages appeared to show that he used to solicit girls for his "nice friends", and asked for a sex partner for a "Dubai Sheikh." The phones contained screenshots of women's profile pictures including air hostesses, according to police, who are also trying to forensically recover deleted chats. Also read: Sheikh wants 'partner': What Delhi 'godman' allegedly told a victim as WhatsApp chat leaked According to police, Chaitanyananda had access to institute CCTV feeds from which he could monitor his victims. Police froze assets worth ₹80 million linked to Chaitanyananda, even as it emerged that ₹5 million rupees were transferred post-FIR using allegedly forged documents. Police also seized a BMW car with a fake VIP number plate. A close aide of Chaitanyananda, Hari Singh Kopkoti, was arrested for threatening a victim's father, while two female associates were held and confronted with the accused. What the victims said about Delhi sleaze baba At least 17 women, mostly his students, have recorded statements, with allegations ranging from sexual exploitation to molestation and unwanted sexual advances from Chaitanyananda. A prospective student also described a "troubling encounter" where she narrowly avoided admission to the institute after sensing red flags, including the baba's claim to her that a prior complainant “tried to seduce him.”

In the latest development in the sleaze baba Swami Chaitanyananda Saraswati case, Delhi police found a sex toy, five porn CDs, forged photos, and obscene chats. The man had been arrested for sexually exploiting more than 17 &nbsp;female students &nbsp; &nbsp;

Sex toy, porn CDs and more: What Delhi police found in 'sleaze baba' Swami Chaitanyananda Saraswati's ‘ashram’

A judge has approved a controversial plan to release 45,000 gallons of radioactive water into the Hudson River. New Jersey-based Holtec International won a lawsuit against New York that had challenged its plans to discharge radioactive substances from its Indian Point nuclear plant, which is no longer functioning. In 2023, the state passed the "Save the Hudson" bill aimed at preventing Holtec from releasing wastewater from its defunct nuclear facility. The Hudson River provides drinking water to more than 100,000 people, and extensive clean-up efforts have been undertaken in the past to make it safe for the residents. Meanwhile, the Indian Point nuclear power plant was permanently shut down in 2021 after nearly six decades of operation. It was sold to Holtec International, a company that specialises in dismantling retired nuclear plants and managing spent nuclear fuel.&nbsp;The "Save the Hudson" bill was passed unanimously by both chambers of the state legislature and signed into law by Governor Kathy Hochul. Environmental regulations were updated under it, and fines were established for those who violated the laws established to keep the Hudson clean. However, Holtec's attorneys argued that New York overstepped its authority by passing the "Save the Hudson" bill. US District Judge Kenneth Karas ruled last week that discharges from the decommissioned nuclear facility can only be regulated by the federal authority. He added that New York's ban on doing so was unconstitutional.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/a-ticking-time-bomb-200-000-radioactive-barrels-13-000-feet-under-atlantic-ocean-trigger-panic-1756365852337">European nations dumped 200,000 barrels of radioactive waste in the ocean, and humans might soon pay the price</a>&nbsp;<h2>Company says 45,000 gallons of radioactive water will be released slowly into the Hudson</h2>Holtec argued that releasing nuclear wastewater into rivers has been a common practice for decades. Further, it stated that 45,000 gallons of radioactive water will be slowly discharged. Meanwhile, experts say that Holtec can handle the water differently. Other options include storing the water in sealed containers at the site instead of releasing it into the Hudson. Holtec told Patch, "Radiological discharge is the sole purview of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission" and that "the treated water is monitored and sampled to ensure that it meets regulatory requirements before it is released and will be a small fraction of the 3 millirem total annual limit imposed by the NRC."&nbsp;Critics say this is not the right solution and that the Save the Hudson law has helped the river recover, and allowed "bald eagles, sturgeon, and even dolphins" to return. Notably, the improved water quality has led to sightings of the bottlenose and short-beaked dolphins in the Hudson.&nbsp;

A company will release 45,000 gallons of radioactive water into the Hudson River from a New Jersey nuclear plant that was shut down in 2021. It argues it is perfectly safe, while critics say that it threatens the quality of drinking water it provides and the dolphins.

A judge has approved a controversial plan to release 45,000 gallons of radioactive water into the Hudson River. New Jersey-based Holtec International won a lawsuit against New York that had challenged its plans to discharge radioactive substances from its Indian Point nuclear plant, which is no longer functioning. In 2023, the state passed the "Save the Hudson" bill aimed at preventing Holtec from releasing wastewater from its defunct nuclear facility. The Hudson River provides drinking water to more than 100,000 people, and extensive clean-up efforts have been undertaken in the past to make it safe for the residents. Meanwhile, the Indian Point nuclear power plant was permanently shut down in 2021 after nearly six decades of operation. It was sold to Holtec International, a company that specialises in dismantling retired nuclear plants and managing spent nuclear fuel. The "Save the Hudson" bill was passed unanimously by both chambers of the state legislature and signed into law by Governor Kathy Hochul. Environmental regulations were updated under it, and fines were established for those who violated the laws established to keep the Hudson clean. However, Holtec's attorneys argued that New York overstepped its authority by passing the "Save the Hudson" bill. US District Judge Kenneth Karas ruled last week that discharges from the decommissioned nuclear facility can only be regulated by the federal authority. He added that New York's ban on doing so was unconstitutional. Also Read: European nations dumped 200,000 barrels of radioactive waste in the ocean, and humans might soon pay the price Company says 45,000 gallons of radioactive water will be released slowly into the Hudson Holtec argued that releasing nuclear wastewater into rivers has been a common practice for decades. Further, it stated that 45,000 gallons of radioactive water will be slowly discharged. Meanwhile, experts say that Holtec can handle the water differently. Other options include storing the water in sealed containers at the site instead of releasing it into the Hudson. Holtec told Patch, "Radiological discharge is the sole purview of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission" and that "the treated water is monitored and sampled to ensure that it meets regulatory requirements before it is released and will be a small fraction of the 3 millirem total annual limit imposed by the NRC." Critics say this is not the right solution and that the Save the Hudson law has helped the river recover, and allowed "bald eagles, sturgeon, and even dolphins" to return. Notably, the improved water quality has led to sightings of the bottlenose and short-beaked dolphins in the Hudson.

A company will release 45,000 gallons of radioactive water into the Hudson River from a New Jersey nuclear plant that was shut down in 2021. It argues it is perfectly safe, while critics say that it threatens the quality of drinking water it provides and the dolphins.

45,000 gallons of radioactive water from Indian Point nuclear plant could be discharged into Hudson River as Holtec wins lawsuit

Pakistan’s Army chief, General Asim Munir, has become the recipient of intense domestic criticism for presenting rare earth minerals to US President Donald Trump 'like a salesman,' during a White House visit. The move, which came to light through a photo-op, has sparked questions about the military’s role in diplomacy. In a video that is now going viral, Pakistani Senator Aimal Wali Khan mocked the optics of Munir carrying a briefcase with minerals, commenting, "Our Chief of Army Staff is roaming around with a briefcase containing rare earth minerals. What a joke! It was absolute mockery".<h2>Pakistan's rare earth minerals</h2>This comes as earlier this week, the White House released a photo of Munir showing Trump a wooden box full of rare earth minerals, while Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif looked on. The presentation followed a closed-door meeting between Pakistani leaders and Trump, and coincided with a memorandum of understanding between Pakistan’s Frontier Works Organisation, a military engineering firm, and US Strategic Metals to explore strategic minerals in Pakistan for defence and technology purposes.This visit marked Munir’s third trip to the US in five months, highlighting the Pakistani military’s growing engagement with Washington—a trend that has drawn unease among civilian leaders and lawmakers.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/top-7-countries-with-the-largest-rare-earth-reserves-see-where-india-stands-1759307993918">Top 7 countries with the largest rare earth reserves: See where India stands</a><h2>Army chief or shopkeeper?</h2>Senator Khan questioned Munir’s authority to carry out such diplomatic initiatives, likening the scene to “a shopkeeper showing off expensive merchandise while a manager watches happily.”"Which Chief of the Army Staff would go around carrying a briefcase with rare earth minerals? It looked like a big, branded store – a manager watching on happily as a shopkeeper tells a customer to purchase a big, glittery thing from him," asked Khan, the head of Pakistan's Awami National Party.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-earn-the-right-to-stay-uk-unveils-toughest-permanent-residency-rules-in-decades-here-s-what-it-means-for-indians-looking-to-settle-there-1759307599437">‘Earn the right to stay’: UK unveils toughest permanent residency rules in decades. Here's what it means for Indians looking to settle there</a>He called it a “contempt of Parliament” and a departure from democratic norms. “Which Chief of the Army Staff would go around carrying a briefcase with rare earth minerals? It looked like a big, branded store – a manager watching on happily as a shopkeeper tells a customer to purchase a big, glittery thing from him,,” Khan said.A video of Pakistani Senator Aimal Wali Khan's statement is going viral on social media. Watch it here:

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">⚡ Huge Embarrassment For Pakistan’s 'Failed' Marshal Asim Munir Pakistani senator Aimal Wali Khan has criticised Pakistan COAS Asim Munir inside the Pakistani Parliament over selling rare earth minerals in a briefcase to US President Donald Trump. "What a Joke" he says. He… <a href="https://t.co/YbiXZoN1Da">pic.twitter.com/YbiXZoN1Da</a>— OSINT Updates (@OsintUpdates) <a href="https://twitter.com/OsintUpdates/status/1973407357532250455?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 1, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Khan also stressed that such actions undermine the authority of the elected government and resemble authoritarian practices. "In what capacity? Under which law? This is dictatorship. I am sorry to say this is not democracy... Is this not contempt of Parliament?"He then demanded a joint session of Parliament to explain Munir’s diplomatic engagements, including details on the Pakistan-Saudi Arabia defence deal, Pakistan’s support for Trump’s 20-point Gaza peace proposal, and other meetings with US officials.

Pakistan’s Army chief, General Asim Munir, is facing backlash after a White House photo showed him presenting a briefcase of rare earth minerals to US President Trump. Senator Aimal Wali Khan called it “a joke” and said THIS.

Pakistan’s Army chief, General Asim Munir, has become the recipient of intense domestic criticism for presenting rare earth minerals to US President Donald Trump 'like a salesman,' during a White House visit. The move, which came to light through a photo-op, has sparked questions about the military’s role in diplomacy. In a video that is now going viral, Pakistani Senator Aimal Wali Khan mocked the optics of Munir carrying a briefcase with minerals, commenting, "Our Chief of Army Staff is roaming around with a briefcase containing rare earth minerals. What a joke! It was absolute mockery". Pakistan's rare earth minerals This comes as earlier this week, the White House released a photo of Munir showing Trump a wooden box full of rare earth minerals, while Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif looked on. The presentation followed a closed-door meeting between Pakistani leaders and Trump, and coincided with a memorandum of understanding between Pakistan’s Frontier Works Organisation, a military engineering firm, and US Strategic Metals to explore strategic minerals in Pakistan for defence and technology purposes. This visit marked Munir’s third trip to the US in five months, highlighting the Pakistani military’s growing engagement with Washington—a trend that has drawn unease among civilian leaders and lawmakers. Also read | Top 7 countries with the largest rare earth reserves: See where India stands Army chief or shopkeeper? Senator Khan questioned Munir’s authority to carry out such diplomatic initiatives, likening the scene to “a shopkeeper showing off expensive merchandise while a manager watches happily.” "Which Chief of the Army Staff would go around carrying a briefcase with rare earth minerals? It looked like a big, branded store – a manager watching on happily as a shopkeeper tells a customer to purchase a big, glittery thing from him," asked Khan, the head of Pakistan's Awami National Party. Also read | ‘Earn the right to stay’: UK unveils toughest permanent residency rules in decades. Here's what it means for Indians looking to settle there He called it a “contempt of Parliament” and a departure from democratic norms. “Which Chief of the Army Staff would go around carrying a briefcase with rare earth minerals? It looked like a big, branded store – a manager watching on happily as a shopkeeper tells a customer to purchase a big, glittery thing from him,,” Khan said. A video of Pakistani Senator Aimal Wali Khan's statement is going viral on social media. Watch it here:

Pakistan’s Army chief, General Asim Munir, is facing backlash after a White House photo showed him presenting a briefcase of rare earth minerals to US President Trump. Senator Aimal Wali Khan called it “a joke” and said THIS.

Pakistan Army chief or shopkeeper? Asim Munir ridiculed for rare earth minerals photo-op with Trump. Watch

A female rapper in America has won a lawsuit against Lyft after one of its drivers locked the doors of the Mercedes-Benz, saying that she "wouldn't fit" in it. The incident happened in January when Dank Demoss ordered a Lyft to go to a Detroit Lions watch party. A Mercedes‑Benz sedan came to pick her up. However, the driver saw the nearly 250 kg woman and locked the doors. The driver insisted that she wouldn't fit in the car and refused to unlock the doors. Demoss got furious and started recording the driver. The man continued to say that the car isn't suitable for her and he can't drive her. He added that the car tyres would crumble under her weight. Meanwhile, Demoss insisted that she could fit in the car and told him to unlock the door. The driver told her to order an Uber XL and offered to cancel the ride.&nbsp;The incident left Demoss so angry that she sued Lyft under the Michigan Elliott‑Larsen Civil Rights Act for public accommodation harassment and disparate treatment. The driver was not named, and she has now won a confidential settlement. Lyft stated the matter and said, "Lyft unequivocally condemns all forms of discrimination—we believe in a community where everyone is treated with equal respect and mutual kindness. Our community guidelines and terms of service explicitly prohibit harassment or discrimination."&nbsp;People can sue under the Michigan civil rights law for discrimination on the basis of weight. The law also includes gender identity and gender expression as well as LGBTQ+ categories, although the enforceable prohibition does not list weight or height. However, the Michigan Department of Civil Rights accepts complaints for height and weight discrimination. Michigan’s Limousine, Taxicab, and Transportation Network Company Act, Lyft are also mandated to inform its drivers that they follow a nondiscrimination policy and passengers cannot be surcharged for disability.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">You know just by looking at her that Dank Demoss smells terrible. <a href="https://t.co/Ko2seXaw24">pic.twitter.com/Ko2seXaw24</a>&mdash; Tird II -Tirdicus Poopalotus (Alpha Male) 💩 (@tirdicus) <a href="https://twitter.com/tirdicus/status/1971629837292015784?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 26, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Female rapper Dank Demoss, who weighs approximately 250 kg, has won a lawsuit against Lyft after the driver refused to let her sit in the Mercedes-Benz sedan, claiming that she wouldn't fit in the car. The driver was fired and got a payout.

A female rapper in America has won a lawsuit against Lyft after one of its drivers locked the doors of the Mercedes-Benz, saying that she "wouldn't fit" in it. The incident happened in January when Dank Demoss ordered a Lyft to go to a Detroit Lions watch party. A Mercedes‑Benz sedan came to pick her up. However, the driver saw the nearly 250 kg woman and locked the doors. The driver insisted that she wouldn't fit in the car and refused to unlock the doors. Demoss got furious and started recording the driver. The man continued to say that the car isn't suitable for her and he can't drive her. He added that the car tyres would crumble under her weight. Meanwhile, Demoss insisted that she could fit in the car and told him to unlock the door. The driver told her to order an Uber XL and offered to cancel the ride. The incident left Demoss so angry that she sued Lyft under the Michigan Elliott‑Larsen Civil Rights Act for public accommodation harassment and disparate treatment. The driver was not named, and she has now won a confidential settlement. Lyft stated the matter and said, "Lyft unequivocally condemns all forms of discrimination—we believe in a community where everyone is treated with equal respect and mutual kindness. Our community guidelines and terms of service explicitly prohibit harassment or discrimination." People can sue under the Michigan civil rights law for discrimination on the basis of weight. The law also includes gender identity and gender expression as well as LGBTQ+ categories, although the enforceable prohibition does not list weight or height. However, the Michigan Department of Civil Rights accepts complaints for height and weight discrimination. Michigan’s Limousine, Taxicab, and Transportation Network Company Act, Lyft are also mandated to inform its drivers that they follow a nondiscrimination policy and passengers cannot be surcharged for disability.

Female rapper Dank Demoss, who weighs approximately 250 kg, has won a lawsuit against Lyft after the driver refused to let her sit in the Mercedes-Benz sedan, claiming that she wouldn't fit in the car. The driver was fired and got a payout.

Lyft driver locked sedan doors after seeing 250kg female passenger. She sued and just won

Snapchat has announced that it will start charging users for storing their photos and videos in its memories feature, which has been available since 2016. The feature allows users to save photos and videos that were initially posted for a limited time. However, now, those who exceed 5GB of saved memories will need to pay to keep them accessible.&nbsp;While Snapchat has not disclosed specific prices for users in the UK, it revealed that the change would be implemented globally, with a gradual rollout. The company emphasised that the move was necessary to continue improving the memories feature for all users. A significant portion of users on social media have expressed frustration, accusing Snapchat of being ‘greedy’ for introducing the fee. Many are upset, as they have stored large amounts of content over the years, which now puts them at risk of losing it unless they pay.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pok-protests-clashes-muzaffarabad-october-2025-1759317047550">PoK protests escalate: Clashes, 2 deaths, and massive marches across Pakistan-occupied Kashmir</a>&nbsp;The platform will offer users who surpass the 5GB limit a 12-month grace period to download their content or upgrade to a 100GB storage plan. The initial cost of this storage will be $1.99 per month for 100GB, while those subscribed to Snapchat+ or Premium will have access to higher storage options, including 250GB for $3.99 a month.&nbsp;Snapchat claims that most users have less than 5GB stored, so they won't be affected by the change. However, many long-term users find the sudden imposition of fees unfair, especially given that the service was free for so long. Industry experts, such as Drew Benvie, founder of Battenhall, argue that charging for storage is an inevitable step for social media platforms, as the trend shifts toward saving more content and posting less.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-to-strike-iran-again-idf-member-reveals-netanyahu-s-latest-plan-1759321301263">'We will change our red lines, and...': Israel to strike Iran again? IDF member reveals Netanyahu's latest plan</a>

Your Snapchat memories could cost you – Here’s why

Snapchat has announced that it will start charging users for storing their photos and videos in its memories feature, which has been available since 2016. The feature allows users to save photos and videos that were initially posted for a limited time. However, now, those who exceed 5GB of saved memories will need to pay to keep them accessible. While Snapchat has not disclosed specific prices for users in the UK, it revealed that the change would be implemented globally, with a gradual rollout. The company emphasised that the move was necessary to continue improving the memories feature for all users. A significant portion of users on social media have expressed frustration, accusing Snapchat of being ‘greedy’ for introducing the fee. Many are upset, as they have stored large amounts of content over the years, which now puts them at risk of losing it unless they pay. Also Read: PoK protests escalate: Clashes, 2 deaths, and massive marches across Pakistan-occupied Kashmir The platform will offer users who surpass the 5GB limit a 12-month grace period to download their content or upgrade to a 100GB storage plan. The initial cost of this storage will be $1.99 per month for 100GB, while those subscribed to Snapchat+ or Premium will have access to higher storage options, including 250GB for $3.99 a month. Snapchat claims that most users have less than 5GB stored, so they won't be affected by the change. However, many long-term users find the sudden imposition of fees unfair, especially given that the service was free for so long. Industry experts, such as Drew Benvie, founder of Battenhall, argue that charging for storage is an inevitable step for social media platforms, as the trend shifts toward saving more content and posting less. Also Read: 'We will change our red lines, and...': Israel to strike Iran again? IDF member reveals Netanyahu's latest plan

Snapchat will charge users for storing memories beyond 5GB, sparking backlash from long-time users who face potential costs for accessing old content

Coffee is one of the most consumed beverages in the world. As per the British Coffee Association, people consume about two billion cups of coffee every day. Let's have a look at the top 5 nations with the highest production of coffee.

Who brews the most? List of top 5 coffee-producing countries in the world

Bizarre or miracle? Image of a new born baby in Brazil photographed with&nbsp;an Intrauterine Device (IUD), has gone viral. An IUD is a contraceptive also known as copper T and copper coil, inserted in a woman’s uterus to avoid pregnancy. And now, call it destiny or God’s plan, the infant with a copper T in hand at the time of birth is quite an unusual site. The device is said to be 99% effective, looks like baby Matheus Gabriel made it with just a success chance of 1%.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/oscar-winning-gary-oldman-receives-knighthood-at-windsor-castle-1759303218887/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/oscar-winning-gary-oldman-receives-knighthood-at-windsor-castle-1759303218887/embed</a> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>What exactly happened?</h2>&nbsp;A lady identified as Queidy Araujo de Oliveira gave birth to a baby boy at Hospital Sagrado Coração de Jesus in Nerópolis, Goiás. What was stunning was that he was born with a clenched fist, and in that he was holding on to a copper T. The mother had been using the contraceptive device for nearly 2 years, as reported by the news outlet Mirror.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/frozen-in-time-baby-born-from-30-year-old-embryo-makes-history-1753962364095">Frozen in time Baby born from 30 year old embryo makes history</a>&nbsp;It was during her routine check-up that the mother discovered she was pregnant. This was also when her doctors advised her against removing the copper T as it could risk her pregnancy. So, Oliveira decided to keep the contraceptive device inside her uterus. But at the end, it was her baby, who brought the device out at the time of birth.

The device is said to be 99% effective, looks like baby Matheus Gabriel made it with just a success chance of 1%.

Bizarre or miracle? Image of a new born baby in Brazil photographed with an Intrauterine Device (IUD), has gone viral. An IUD is a contraceptive also known as copper T and copper coil, inserted in a woman’s uterus to avoid pregnancy. And now, call it destiny or God’s plan, the infant with a copper T in hand at the time of birth is quite an unusual site. The device is said to be 99% effective, looks like baby Matheus Gabriel made it with just a success chance of 1%. https://www.wionews.com/videos/oscar-winning-gary-oldman-receives-knighthood-at-windsor-castle-1759303218887/embed What exactly happened? A lady identified as Queidy Araujo de Oliveira gave birth to a baby boy at Hospital Sagrado Coração de Jesus in Nerópolis, Goiás. What was stunning was that he was born with a clenched fist, and in that he was holding on to a copper T. The mother had been using the contraceptive device for nearly 2 years, as reported by the news outlet Mirror. Also read: Frozen in time Baby born from 30 year old embryo makes history It was during her routine check-up that the mother discovered she was pregnant. This was also when her doctors advised her against removing the copper T as it could risk her pregnancy. So, Oliveira decided to keep the contraceptive device inside her uterus. But at the end, it was her baby, who brought the device out at the time of birth.

The device is said to be 99% effective, looks like baby Matheus Gabriel made it with just a success chance of 1%.

Rarest of rare case: Brazil baby born with contraceptive clenched in fist

Interstellar comet 3I/Atlas will cross over Mars within the next two days. Space agencies across the world that have orbiters over the red planet are getting ready to point them at the alien comet. Here is what they can reveal about 3I/Atlas.

3I/Atlas has a date with Mars on October 3, and human probes are waiting with bated breath

A Reddit post has gone viral after revealing how a groom was rejected for refusing dowry, triggering widespread debate on social media. The incident, shared by a user, depicts how rejecting dowry is still being viewed as a flaw rather than a virtue in 2025. In the post, the user claimed that the family insisted on his cousin for luxury gifts like cars and property, but when he declined, the bride's father said, ‘If he refuses dowry, there must be some defect in him.’

<blockquote class="reddit-embed-bq" style="height:316px" data-embed-height="316"><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/ThirtiesIndia/comments/1nv1bff/my_cousin_got_rejected_because_he_refused_to_take/">My cousin got rejected because he refused to take dowry</a> by<a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/Ichizaya/">u/Ichizaya</a> in<a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/ThirtiesIndia/">ThirtiesIndia</a></blockquote><script async="" src="https://embed.reddit.com/widgets.js" charset="UTF-8"></script>

According to the post, the groom in question was a 27-year-old cousin of the user who posted the whole incident. He described that the groom was financially stable, well-educated, and from a respected family. His cousin owns ancestral property, has parents who run successful businesses in real estate and hospitality, and even drives a BMW M340i. He was reportedly in talks for an arranged marriage with a girl considered smart, career-oriented, and from a good family background.&nbsp;The matter took an unusual turn when the girl’s father asked the groom what dowry he wanted. The groom politely declined, saying he did not want any dowry or gifts. However, the father insisted he should accept at least a luxury car or a duplex flat. Despite repeated refusals, the situation escalated, and eventually the girl’s father rejected the match altogether.&nbsp;The reasoning left many stunned. As per the post, the girl’s father told the family, “If he’s refusing dowry, there must be some defect in him.” He further added that “a high-value man knows his worth." "To explain, he even gave this gem of an analogy: Xiaomi/Vivo phones are 15k-20k, but people still pay over a lakh for iPhones because they’re valuable," the post further read.<h3>Netizens react to the post</h3>One of the users said, "Correct. Some cases they want to show off to the society what we gave and how much we have spent, interestingly not showing off will also lead to society saying they must have some issues in their daughters/SIL. The samaj/society will never let you live peacefully."&nbsp;The another said,"He was offering dowry so that if things go south and in most cases like these they do, the bride can then file cases of dowry harrassment and extract a huge alimony. So a 40-50 lakh investment can fetch them 4-5 crores in a few years. Your cousin really dodged a bullet."&nbsp;"Well i kinda agree with this type of shit happen alot here but f a boy doesn’t take dowry people do say he has some defects either in body or mind or any possible thing…. Although im nit against dowry ph i mean gift i have 2 sisters gave dowry in both of them lol and i remember a conversation in my family that one guy was like no i don’t need gifts or anything so my father asked him is everything alright? Why don’t you don’t want anything," another user described his own incident.

The groom was financially stable, well-educated, and from a respected family. His cousin owns ancestral property, has parents who run successful businesses in real estate and hospitality, and even drives a BMW M340i. 

A Reddit post has gone viral after revealing how a groom was rejected for refusing dowry, triggering widespread debate on social media. The incident, shared by a user, depicts how rejecting dowry is still being viewed as a flaw rather than a virtue in 2025. In the post, the user claimed that the family insisted on his cousin for luxury gifts like cars and property, but when he declined, the bride's father said, ‘If he refuses dowry, there must be some defect in him.’

The groom was financially stable, well-educated, and from a respected family. His cousin owns ancestral property, has parents who run successful businesses in real estate and hospitality, and even drives a BMW M340i.&nbsp;

'Must be some defect in him': Bride’s father rejects groom after he refuses dowry

California Governor Gavin Newsom took a swipe at US President Donald Trump after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth criticised the military's fitness levels. Hegseth had recently made controversial remarks at a meeting with generals and admirals, suggesting the military had become too overweight and too focused on ‘woke’ ideologies, calling for a return to a stricter, more physically demanding military culture.<h2>See the image here posted by Gavin Newsom</h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">I guess the Commander in Chief needs to go! <a href="https://t.co/nqssJd02pH">https://t.co/nqssJd02pH</a> <a href="https://t.co/2EMICwdCOE">pic.twitter.com/2EMICwdCOE</a>&mdash; Gavin Newsom (@GavinNewsom) <a href="https://twitter.com/GavinNewsom/status/1973039595156836520?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 30, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

In response to these comments, Newsom posted a photo of Trump, taken at a McDonald's last October, along with a sarcastic caption saying, "I guess the Commander in Chief needs to go!" His press office also shared a doctored image of Trump holding two McDonald's burgers, with drones flying in to deliver more fast food. The accompanying caption read: "IT’S COMPLETELY UNACCEPTABLE TO SEE A FAT COMMANDER IN CHIEF IN THE HALLS OF THE WHITE HOUSE!"&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/russian-president-vladimir-putin-expected-to-visit-india-on-two-day-visit-from-december-5-1759312360160">Russian President Vladimir Putin expected to visit India on two-day visit from December 5</a>&nbsp;Hegseth’s remarks at the military gathering emphasised the need for reform, criticising what he called decades of military decline. He argued that the armed forces should be focused on fitness and discipline, rather than left-wing issues, and called for a return to ‘high standards’ in terms of appearance and behaviour. His comments also targeted policies such as grooming rules, which he argued were too lenient, particularly in allowing shaving waivers for Black troops. During his address, Hegseth defended his recent firings of high-ranking officers, including the Army’s top general and the Navy’s top admiral, both of whom were either women or people of colour.&nbsp;"This speech is about fixing decades of decay, some of it obvious, some of it hidden. "Foolish and reckless political leaders set the wrong compass heading, and we lost our way. We became the 'Woke Department.' But not anymore," "Hegseth said, as he called strict grooming standards, including a one-year cap on shaving waivers that are disproportionately used by Black troops. "Standards must be uniform, gender-neutral and high -- if not, they're not standards. They're just suggestions, suggestions that get our sons and daughters killed," Hegseth was quoted as saying. "The era of unprofessional appearance is over. No more beardos," Hegseth told the audience, which sat in silence.

California Governor Gavin Newsom trolls US President Donald Trump after Pete Hegseth calls military 'too fat'

California Governor Gavin Newsom took a swipe at US President Donald Trump after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth criticised the military's fitness levels. Hegseth had recently made controversial remarks at a meeting with generals and admirals, suggesting the military had become too overweight and too focused on ‘woke’ ideologies, calling for a return to a stricter, more physically demanding military culture. See the image here posted by Gavin Newsom

California Governor Gavin Newsom mocked Donald Trump after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s remarks on military fitness, sharing an AI-generated image with a sarcastic caption

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