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<p>In a scary mid-air incident, lightning hit a Delta plane which was flying above the Atlantic Ocean on Sunday (Aug&nbsp;4) and led to the plane’s return to Boston, said the airline and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).</p>

<p>The FAA said that Delta Flight 112 had taken off from Logan International Airport on Sunday evening (Aug&nbsp;4) and was flying to Rome when the flight crew said that the plane had been struck by lightning after the departure.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>After crossing the Atlantic, the aircraft turned around and changed the route of what was earlier a seven-hour flight to the Italian city, as per Flightradar24.</p>

<h2><strong>Fire trucks surround lightning-struck plane upon landing</strong></h2>

<p>The plane went back to Logan Airport “out of an abundance of caution after encountering lighting,” said a Delta spokesperson, in an email.</p>

<p>After Airbus A330 landed at the airport at around 7:20 pm, it was surrounded by fire trucks on the tarmac, reported WCVB.</p>

<p>Boston EMS said no medical help was needed for any passengers or crew. “The flight landed safely and without further incident,” said the Delta spokesperson.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Nepal Plane Crash: Saurya Airlines aircraft crashes after catching fire during take-off</strong></p>

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<p>“We are working to get our customers to their final destination as quickly as possible, and we apologize for the delay in their travel. The safety of our customers and people remains Delta’s most important priority," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The FAA stated that they have been investigating the incident and emphasised that the federal agency’s “regulations require that commercial aircraft be designed to withstand lightning strikes.”</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


In a scary mid-air incident, lightning hit a Delta plane which was flying above the Atlantic Ocean on Sunday (Aug 4) and led to the plane’s return to Boston, said the airline and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

In a scary mid-air incident, lightning hit a Delta plane which was flying above the Atlantic Ocean on Sunday (Aug 4) and led to the plane’s return to Boston, said the airline and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The FAA said that Delta Flight 112 had taken off from Logan International Airport on Sunday evening (Aug 4) and was flying to Rome when the flight crew said that the plane had been struck by lightning after the departure. Also Read: American Airlines flight makes emergency landing after passengers spot lice in woman’s hair After crossing the Atlantic, the aircraft turned around and changed the route of what was earlier a seven-hour flight to the Italian city, as per Flightradar24. Fire trucks surround lightning-struck plane upon landing The plane went back to Logan Airport “out of an abundance of caution after encountering lighting,” said a Delta spokesperson, in an email. After Airbus A330 landed at the airport at around 7:20 pm, it was surrounded by fire trucks on the tarmac, reported WCVB. Boston EMS said no medical help was needed for any passengers or crew. “The flight landed safely and without further incident,” said the Delta spokesperson. Watch: Nepal Plane Crash: Saurya Airlines aircraft crashes after catching fire during take-off “We are working to get our customers to their final destination as quickly as possible, and we apologize for the delay in their travel. The safety of our customers and people remains Delta’s most important priority," he added. The FAA stated that they have been investigating the incident and emphasised that the federal agency’s “regulations require that commercial aircraft be designed to withstand lightning strikes.” (With inputs from agencies)

Mid-air scare! Lightning strikes Delta flight over Atlantic Ocean. Here’s what happens next

<p>When author George RR Martin first created the dragon-riding character Daenerys Stormborn in 'A Song of Ice and Fire' book series in 1996, little did he know that a decade-and-half later, 'Khaleesi', would take over pop culture with the unassailable popularity of<em> Game of Thrones</em>.&nbsp;</p>

<p>At the peak of <em>Game of Thrones'</em> popularity, the mothers named their daughters Khaleesi. Not the Queen but Khaleesi.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Now one such mother was left devastated after her daughter's passport application was denied because she was named Khaleesi.</p>

<p>According to a New York Post report, Lucy, from South West England, told the BBC that the initial application to get her daughter, Khaleesi, 6, a passport was denied.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Officials reportedly told her that she needed Warner Brothers' approval because they own the name's trademark.</p>

<p>"I was absolutely devastated, we were so looking forward to our first holiday together," Lucy said.</p>

<p>The 39-year-old mother was planning their "dream" trip to Disneyland Paris.</p>

<p>"I had a letter come through from the Passport Office, saying her name is trademarked by Warner Brothers," she said.</p>

<p>"It was the first I’ve heard of such a thing — I was astonished."</p>

<p>After receiving legal advice, the disappointed mother learned her daughter was allowed to use that name.</p>

<p>"I didn’t understand and felt frustrated. If she could get a birth certificate, would something not have been flagged up then?" she said.</p>

<p>"I never thought you could trademark a name," she added.</p>

<p>The Passport Office reportedly later called Lucy to apologise for the error.</p>

<p>"If I hadn’t posted this on social media, nothing would have been done. I would have been stuck, not knowing what to do," she said.</p>

<p>Lucy is now waiting for her daughter’s passport to arrive before booking a new trip to Disneyland Paris.</p>

<p>"I am hoping the passport will be issued soon and was promised that they would call back in a few days to see if it had progressed," she told the New York Post.</p>

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<p>She also hopes her story may help others stuck in a similar situation.</p>

<p>"I think there might be other people in this situation, that they may have had their passports declined recently because of something like this. Hopefully, they now know it can be resolved," she said.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


When author George RR Martin first created the dragon-riding character Daenerys Stormborn in 'A Song of Ice and Fire' book series in 1996, little did he know that a decade-and-half later, 'Khaleesi', would take over pop culture with the unassailable popularity of Game of Thrones.

When author George RR Martin first created the dragon-riding character Daenerys Stormborn in 'A Song of Ice and Fire' book series in 1996, little did he know that a decade-and-half later, 'Khaleesi', would take over pop culture with the unassailable popularity of Game of Thrones. At the peak of Game of Thrones' popularity, the mothers named their daughters Khaleesi. Not the Queen but Khaleesi. Now one such mother was left devastated after her daughter's passport application was denied because she was named Khaleesi. According to a New York Post report, Lucy, from South West England, told the BBC that the initial application to get her daughter, Khaleesi, 6, a passport was denied. Also read | Khal Drogo lifts his 'Khaleesi', Emilia Clarke can't stop blushing Officials reportedly told her that she needed Warner Brothers' approval because they own the name's trademark. "I was absolutely devastated, we were so looking forward to our first holiday together," Lucy said. The 39-year-old mother was planning their "dream" trip to Disneyland Paris. "I had a letter come through from the Passport Office, saying her name is trademarked by Warner Brothers," she said. "It was the first I’ve heard of such a thing — I was astonished." After receiving legal advice, the disappointed mother learned her daughter was allowed to use that name. "I didn’t understand and felt frustrated. If she could get a birth certificate, would something not have been flagged up then?" she said. "I never thought you could trademark a name," she added. The Passport Office reportedly later called Lucy to apologise for the error. "If I hadn’t posted this on social media, nothing would have been done. I would have been stuck, not knowing what to do," she said. Lucy is now waiting for her daughter’s passport to arrive before booking a new trip to Disneyland Paris. "I am hoping the passport will be issued soon and was promised that they would call back in a few days to see if it had progressed," she told the New York Post. Also read | Top Feminist Icons of Game of Thrones She also hopes her story may help others stuck in a similar situation. "I think there might be other people in this situation, that they may have had their passports declined recently because of something like this. Hopefully, they now know it can be resolved," she said. (With inputs from agencies)

Mother of 'Khaleesi' says daughter denied passport to visit Disneyland

<p>A Virginia man baffled the internet after claiming that he almost swallowed a nose ring when he bit into something sharp while eating from Taco Bell. Jeremy, 33, told Newsweek he had ordered two steak cheesy street chalupas takeout from the food chain on July 24. When only a few bites left, he felt "something sharp" stuck at the back of his throat.</p>

<p>After clearing it from his throat, Jeremy tried to bite into it again, only for it to get wedged between his molars. He spat the object out when he felt a sharp pain and realised he had nearly swallowed someone's nose piercing.</p>

<p>"The nose ring, now slightly bent from the bite, got pushed to the front of my mouth, and I spit it out. It took a small bit of my filling with it, and [I felt] a small sharp pain from the bite," he said.</p>

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<p>"I was in pure shock when I realized what it was. I looked at my wife, and she looked over and couldn't say anything."</p>

<p>Disgusted by the incident, Jeremy took to Reddit and shared the pictures of the jewellery piece he found in his food. His post gained over 45,000 votes and 4,200 comments.</p>

<p>"I decided to share it online because I thought it was so egregious that others would like to see it," Jeremy told Newsweek.</p>

<p>He reached out to the local branch of Taco Bell right after finding the nose ring in his takeout order. The manager appeared "mostly unbothered" and stated that the article couldn't have come from their store kitchen, not taking any responsibility.</p>

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<p>"I just wish the manager had a bit more integrity and would take responsibility for this. It very clearly was an employee who made a mistake, but instead, they used the rhetoric that it wasn't their fault. But who else could it be? If not the store, then the distribution centre, maybe, but that's less believable to me," Jeremy said.</p>

<p>Jeremy added that he "felt sick for two days" and still has a sore throat. He believes the most Taco Bell would do is offer him coupons or gift cards.</p>

<p>"There's no accountability, and no reason I'd want free tacos for mental and physical pain, no matter how small," he said.</p>

<p>In a statement to Newsweek, Taco Bell said, "We take this very seriously. We are looking into this matter and strive to make things right with the customer."</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A Virginia man baffled the internet after claiming that he almost swallowed a nose ring when he bit into something sharp while eating from Taco Bell. Jeremy, 33, told Newsweek he had ordered two steak cheesy street chalupas takeout from the food chain on July 24.

A Virginia man baffled the internet after claiming that he almost swallowed a nose ring when he bit into something sharp while eating from Taco Bell. Jeremy, 33, told Newsweek he had ordered two steak cheesy street chalupas takeout from the food chain on July 24. When only a few bites left, he felt "something sharp" stuck at the back of his throat. After clearing it from his throat, Jeremy tried to bite into it again, only for it to get wedged between his molars. He spat the object out when he felt a sharp pain and realised he had nearly swallowed someone's nose piercing. "The nose ring, now slightly bent from the bite, got pushed to the front of my mouth, and I spit it out. It took a small bit of my filling with it, and [I felt] a small sharp pain from the bite," he said. Also read | US man who forced son to run on treadmill, causing his death, jailed for 25 years "I was in pure shock when I realized what it was. I looked at my wife, and she looked over and couldn't say anything." Disgusted by the incident, Jeremy took to Reddit and shared the pictures of the jewellery piece he found in his food. His post gained over 45,000 votes and 4,200 comments. "I decided to share it online because I thought it was so egregious that others would like to see it," Jeremy told Newsweek. He reached out to the local branch of Taco Bell right after finding the nose ring in his takeout order. The manager appeared "mostly unbothered" and stated that the article couldn't have come from their store kitchen, not taking any responsibility. Also read | American Airlines flight makes emergency landing after passengers spot lice in woman’s hair "I just wish the manager had a bit more integrity and would take responsibility for this. It very clearly was an employee who made a mistake, but instead, they used the rhetoric that it wasn't their fault. But who else could it be? If not the store, then the distribution centre, maybe, but that's less believable to me," Jeremy said. Jeremy added that he "felt sick for two days" and still has a sore throat. He believes the most Taco Bell would do is offer him coupons or gift cards. "There's no accountability, and no reason I'd want free tacos for mental and physical pain, no matter how small," he said. In a statement to Newsweek, Taco Bell said, "We take this very seriously. We are looking into this matter and strive to make things right with the customer." (With inputs from agencies)

US: Virginia man feels sharp pain while eating Taco Bell, nearly swallows a nose ring

<p>The internet has been abuzz with the probability of World War 3 in the near future, quite near actually if the famous "Indian Nostradamus” is to be believed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Astrologer Kushal Kumar, often known as “Indian Nostradamus” has issued the latest warning that we are nearing World War 3 which is expected to either begin on Aug 4 or Aug 5.</p>

<p>Kumar, who is credited for his accurate predictions regarding the Israel-Hamas war and Russia-Ukraine war, now fears a wider conflict in the world, as a result of the two ongoing conflicts and many other geopolitical events.</p>

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<p>Kumar has made multiple predictions about the start date of World War 3, but so far, none of them have come true.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier, he announced that the war would begin on June 18 but that date passed without incident. He then declared a new date, predicting that World War 3 would start on either July 26 or July 28, but again, his prediction was incorrect. Now, it remains to be seen if he will finally get it right this time.</p>

<p>The astrologer forewarns,&nbsp;"The tempo of worrisome concerns relating to potential war hotspots is likely to prolong for a more time to come reflecting different hues and shades of human anger and ambitions. August 4 and 5 would call for utmost caution and care."</p>

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<p>In a detailed reasoning, Kumar lists several global events such as two Russian and two Chinese bombers flying near Alaska, tensions in Romania over Ukraine and Russia, military exercises in Cuba, and previous conflict-triggering issues involving Israel, Hamas, China, and Taiwan.</p>

<p>He also made a strong prediction about the nature of the conflict, claiming that it would begin at sea. "It looks likely that the crucial focus or epicentre could be sea or ocean. But land and air cannot be counted as less important," Kumar said.</p>

<h3><strong>Who is ‘Indian Nostradamus’ Kushal Kumar?</strong></h3>

<p>Kushal Kumar is a Vedic astrologer from Haryana, as per his LinkedIn profile. Kumar’s articles have been published in leading astrology magazines such as ‘The Mountain Astrology’ (TMA) from California and ‘Horoscope’ from New York.</p>

<p>His specialisation is prominently in areas of economy, weather, business, strategies, conflicts and global affairs, with an emphasis on Vedic astrology.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The internet has been abuzz with the probability of World War 3 in the near future, quite near actually if the famous "Indian Nostradamus” is to be believed. Astrologer Kushal Kumar, often known as “Indian Nostradamus” has issued the latest warning that we are nearing World War 3 which is expected to either begin on Aug 4 or Aug 5.

The internet has been abuzz with the probability of World War 3 in the near future, quite near actually if the famous "Indian Nostradamus” is to be believed. Astrologer Kushal Kumar, often known as “Indian Nostradamus” has issued the latest warning that we are nearing World War 3 which is expected to either begin on Aug 4 or Aug 5. Kumar, who is credited for his accurate predictions regarding the Israel-Hamas war and Russia-Ukraine war, now fears a wider conflict in the world, as a result of the two ongoing conflicts and many other geopolitical events. Also Read | Woman taking selfie falls into 100-foot gorge, rescued by locals in India's Maharashtra. Watch! Kumar has made multiple predictions about the start date of World War 3, but so far, none of them have come true. Earlier, he announced that the war would begin on June 18 but that date passed without incident. He then declared a new date, predicting that World War 3 would start on either July 26 or July 28, but again, his prediction was incorrect. Now, it remains to be seen if he will finally get it right this time. The astrologer forewarns, "The tempo of worrisome concerns relating to potential war hotspots is likely to prolong for a more time to come reflecting different hues and shades of human anger and ambitions. August 4 and 5 would call for utmost caution and care." Also Read | NASA on alert after 410ft massive asteroid suddenly spotted hurtling towards Earth. If it hits... In a detailed reasoning, Kumar lists several global events such as two Russian and two Chinese bombers flying near Alaska, tensions in Romania over Ukraine and Russia, military exercises in Cuba, and previous conflict-triggering issues involving Israel, Hamas, China, and Taiwan. He also made a strong prediction about the nature of the conflict, claiming that it would begin at sea. "It looks likely that the crucial focus or epicentre could be sea or ocean. But land and air cannot be counted as less important," Kumar said. Who is ‘Indian Nostradamus’ Kushal Kumar? Kushal Kumar is a Vedic astrologer from Haryana, as per his LinkedIn profile. Kumar’s articles have been published in leading astrology magazines such as ‘The Mountain Astrology’ (TMA) from California and ‘Horoscope’ from New York. His specialisation is prominently in areas of economy, weather, business, strategies, conflicts and global affairs, with an emphasis on Vedic astrology. (With inputs from agencies)

Internet abuzz with World War 3 probability as 'Indian Nostradamus' makes strong prediction

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A 29-year-old woman was dramatically rescued by locals after falling into a 100-foot-deep gorge in India's Maharashtra on Saturday (August 3) evening. The incident occurred in Satara district's Borne Ghat, reportedly while the woman, identified as Nasreen, was taking a selfie with friends.

A 29-year-old woman was dramatically rescued by locals after falling into a 100-foot-deep gorge in India's Maharashtra on Saturday (August 3) evening. The incident occurred in Satara district's Borne Ghat, reportedly while the woman, identified as Nasreen, was taking a selfie with friends. The woman, as per reports, sustained injuries and was subsequently admitted to a local hospital. Dramatic rescue Videos circulating on social media show Home Guards and local residents working together to pull Nasreen to safety. Also read | Assam CM announces new laws to combat 'love jihad', protect indigenous rights The footage shows rescuers throwing a thick rope down the gorge, with one man descending to lift the injured woman to safety. The clip has since gone viral, drawing widespread attention. In the viral video, a home guard can be seen rescuing the terrified woman, and towards the end of the clip, mountaineers assist in pulling her to safety. Watch it here: #Maharashtra #Satara के उनघर रोड की बोर्ने घाट में गिरी एक युवती के रेस्क्यू का सनसनीखेज़ वीडियो सामने आया..सेल्फी लेने के दौरान युवती का पैर फिसला और घाट में गिर गई..100 फीट गहरे घाट में गिरी युवती को रस्सी से रेस्क्यू कर बाहर निकाला गया..3 अगस्त शाम की घटना@indiatvnews pic.twitter.com/GXdDJmxmsm — Atul singh (@atuljmd123) August 4, 2024 × Conflicting reports have emerged about the circumstances leading to the fall. Initial accounts suggest Nasreen slipped while taking a selfie. Nasreen, a resident of Pune, was visiting Borne Ghat near the Thoseghar waterfalls with friends when the accident happened. The Times of India reported that she fell into a 100-foot-deep gorge. Also read | Bloody hands and more: Vandals target Anne Frank statue in Amsterdam with 'Free Gaza' slogan Risky selfies This incident follows a tragic event a few weeks earlier when 26-year-old Instagram influencer Aanvi Kamdar fell to her death near Kumbhe waterfall in Raigad while filming a video. The local authorities issued an advisory urging travellers to avoid risky behaviour during such explorations. Recently, there have been a number of accidents in Maharashtra involving falls into gorges. In June, a woman died after her car fell into a 300-foot gorge near the Dutt Dham Temple hill. In July, influencer Aanvi Kamdar fell into a 300-foot gorge while recording a video near Kumbhe waterfall. Authorities continue to stress the importance of caution and safety, especially, during the monsoon season when terrains can be particularly hazardous. (With inputs from agencies)

Woman taking selfie falls into 100-foot gorge, rescued by locals in India's Maharashtra. Watch!

<p>Scientists have been trying to decode a baffling discovery of a 2,000-year-old “computer” found in a Greek shipwreck, which is interestingly very complex.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The astronomical calendar, known as the Antikythera mechanism, has been called "the first computer” and has left scientists baffled after it was found in the shipwreck in 1901.</p>

<h2><strong>How was the first computer used?</strong></h2>

<p>The 'first computer' is a hand-powered time-keeping instrument which uses a wing-up system for tracking the celestial time of the moon, planets and the Sun.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The machine also worked like a calendar and tracked the timing of eclipses and the phases of the Moon.<br />
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Even though the mechanism sounds relatively simple, it was ahead of its time and more technically sophisticated in comparison to other tools invented over the next 1,000 years.</p>

<p>In the current state, the mechanism is in 82 separate fragments and just a third of its original structure remains, which includes 30 corroded bronze gearwheels.</p>

<h2><strong>How did researchers decode the working of the first computer?</strong></h2>

<p>The experts at University College London carried out the research into the device, which included 3D computer modelling, and helped them understand how the device worked while revealing that it is a “creation of genius”.</p>

<p>Speaking about the research, Adam Wojcik, a materials scientist, said, “We believe that our reconstruction fits all the evidence that scientists have gleaned from the extant remains to date.”</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Scientists find underground caves on moon</strong></p>

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<p>It was understood how the device tracked the movement of the sun, moon and planets across concentric rings since the ancient Greeks thought that the sun and planets were revolving around Earth and not the sun.</p>

<p>Speaking to Scientific Reports, the researchers said, “Solving this complex 3D puzzle reveals a creation of genius—combining cycles from Babylonian astronomy, mathematics from Plato’s Academy and ancient Greek astronomical theories.”</p>

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Scientists have been trying to decode a baffling discovery of a 2,000-year-old “computer” found in a Greek shipwreck, which is interestingly very complex. The astronomical calendar, known as the Antikythera mechanism, has been called "the first computer” and has left scientists baffled after it was found in the shipwreck in 1901.

Scientists have been trying to decode a baffling discovery of a 2,000-year-old “computer” found in a Greek shipwreck, which is interestingly very complex. The astronomical calendar, known as the Antikythera mechanism, has been called "the first computer” and has left scientists baffled after it was found in the shipwreck in 1901. How was the first computer used? The 'first computer' is a hand-powered time-keeping instrument which uses a wing-up system for tracking the celestial time of the moon, planets and the Sun. Also Read: Archaeologists unseal 2000-year-old mummy discovered in Italy's 'Tomb of Cerberus' The machine also worked like a calendar and tracked the timing of eclipses and the phases of the Moon. Even though the mechanism sounds relatively simple, it was ahead of its time and more technically sophisticated in comparison to other tools invented over the next 1,000 years. In the current state, the mechanism is in 82 separate fragments and just a third of its original structure remains, which includes 30 corroded bronze gearwheels. How did researchers decode the working of the first computer? The experts at University College London carried out the research into the device, which included 3D computer modelling, and helped them understand how the device worked while revealing that it is a “creation of genius”. Speaking about the research, Adam Wojcik, a materials scientist, said, “We believe that our reconstruction fits all the evidence that scientists have gleaned from the extant remains to date.” Watch: Scientists find underground caves on moon It was understood how the device tracked the movement of the sun, moon and planets across concentric rings since the ancient Greeks thought that the sun and planets were revolving around Earth and not the sun. Speaking to Scientific Reports, the researchers said, “Solving this complex 3D puzzle reveals a creation of genius—combining cycles from Babylonian astronomy, mathematics from Plato’s Academy and ancient Greek astronomical theories.” (With inputs from agencies)

A '2000-year-old computer' was part of a Greek shipwreck. Here's how it worked

<p>In a bizarre incident, a TikTok creator revealed how the American Airlines flight was diverted due to a medical emergency, which was later found to be a lice infestation.</p>

<p>The flight, which took off from Los Angeles and was bound to land in New York, was rerouted to Phoenix. Among the passengers was Ethan Judelson, who posted a video on TikTok detailing how American Airlines did not inform the travellers of what actually happened.</p>

<p>In the video that reached over 1.2 million views, Judelson describes how he saw a woman causing a commotion as she rushed through the aisle towards the front as soon as the plane landed. While he was confused, no other passenger paid attention to it.</p>

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<p>"It just seemed like one of those people who, as soon as the seatbelt sign goes off, gets up and tries to be the first to their bag," he told People, recalling the incident. "So the girl next to me ... we were both like, 'Why is she so rushed to get off? We're all getting off together, calm down."</p>

<p>The airlines told them that they would learn more about the situation once the plane was deboarded. However, the only thing they learned was that the flight to New York would take off in 12 hours.</p>

<p>After they landed in Phoenix, they got a voucher for a stay at a hotel via email from the airlines. On TikTok, Judelson mentioned two women gave him "cryptic" answers when asked about what happened.</p>

<p>"Let's just say it was in the best interest of everyone here that they did this. It's for the safety of the plane," they told him.</p>

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<p>The following day, Judelson was shocked to find out from another passenger that the reason for the emergency landing was a lice outbreak. They told him the women who gave cryptic answers, saw bugs crawling in the hair of the woman seated next to them and informed the flight attendant.</p>

<p>After they boarded the plane again, they were assigned the same seats, which resulted in a major scene when the two women returned to the same seat where they spotted the lice.</p>

<p>"They would not sit in that seat," the TikToker said.</p>

<p>In a statement to People, the airlines confirmed the diversion of American Airlines flight 2201 on June 15, but only stated that it was "due to the medical needs of a customer."</p>

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In a bizarre incident, a TikTok creator revealed how the American Airlines flight was diverted due to a medical emergency, which was later found to be a lice infestation.

In a bizarre incident, a TikTok creator revealed how the American Airlines flight was diverted due to a medical emergency, which was later found to be a lice infestation. The flight, which took off from Los Angeles and was bound to land in New York, was rerouted to Phoenix. Among the passengers was Ethan Judelson, who posted a video on TikTok detailing how American Airlines did not inform the travellers of what actually happened. In the video that reached over 1.2 million views, Judelson describes how he saw a woman causing a commotion as she rushed through the aisle towards the front as soon as the plane landed. While he was confused, no other passenger paid attention to it. Also read | Air Canada's Montreal-bound flight cancelled after cabin crew member loses her cool before take-off; Watch "It just seemed like one of those people who, as soon as the seatbelt sign goes off, gets up and tries to be the first to their bag," he told People, recalling the incident. "So the girl next to me ... we were both like, 'Why is she so rushed to get off? We're all getting off together, calm down." The airlines told them that they would learn more about the situation once the plane was deboarded. However, the only thing they learned was that the flight to New York would take off in 12 hours. After they landed in Phoenix, they got a voucher for a stay at a hotel via email from the airlines. On TikTok, Judelson mentioned two women gave him "cryptic" answers when asked about what happened. "Let's just say it was in the best interest of everyone here that they did this. It's for the safety of the plane," they told him. Also read | US man gets high on edibles, attempts sex with flight attendant, opens door mid-air The following day, Judelson was shocked to find out from another passenger that the reason for the emergency landing was a lice outbreak. They told him the women who gave cryptic answers, saw bugs crawling in the hair of the woman seated next to them and informed the flight attendant. After they boarded the plane again, they were assigned the same seats, which resulted in a major scene when the two women returned to the same seat where they spotted the lice. "They would not sit in that seat," the TikToker said. In a statement to People, the airlines confirmed the diversion of American Airlines flight 2201 on June 15, but only stated that it was "due to the medical needs of a customer." (With inputs from agencies)

American Airlines flight makes emergency landing after passengers spot lice in woman’s hair

<p>Ohio Senator and Donald Trump's Vice Presidential pick JD Vance shared an incident on the Full Send podcast that has sparked controversy. Vance admitted telling his seven-year-old son to “shut the hell up” about Pokémon Pikachu during a crucial phone call with the former president. The call purportedly took place just moments before the Republican National Convention (RNC) in Milwaukee last month.</p>

<p>Speaking to YouTube comedians the NELK Boys, Vance recounted the incident. He said that he was on a flight with his family to Milwaukee for the Republican National Convention when he realised there was no Wi-Fi on the plane.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;US Elections: JD Vance slams Harris, VP takes swipe at Trump</strong></p>

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<p>Upon landing an hour later, he discovered over a hundred messages, including one from the Trump campaign indicating he had missed an important call.</p>

<p>Vance quickly returned the call, greeting Trump with, "Hey Sir, what's going on?" Trump responded, "JD, you missed a really important phone call, and now I'm going to have to go with someone else."</p>

<p>At that moment, Vance’s son, immersed in a Pokémon card phase, attempted to discuss Pikachu. Frustrated and needing to focus on the call, Vance said, "Son, shut the hell up for 30 seconds about Pikachu." He added, "This is the most important phone call of my life."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"Please just let me take this phone call." Vance noted that his son, not understanding the significance of the call, continued to talk about Pokémon.</p>

<p>The former president officially named Vance as his running mate during the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee last month.</p>

<p>Vance’s remarks have since been met with widespread criticism on social media and from political figures.</p>

<p>The Democratic National Convention issued a statement saying, "If there's one thing JD Vance is going to do, it's full send being the weirdest, creepiest, and most unpopular running mate Donald Trump could have ever hoped for."</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Ohio Senator and Donald Trump's Vice Presidential pick JD Vance shared an incident on the Full Send podcast that has sparked controversy. Vance admitted telling his seven-year-old son to “shut the hell up” about Pokémon Pikachu during a crucial phone call with the former president.

Ohio Senator and Donald Trump's Vice Presidential pick JD Vance shared an incident on the Full Send podcast that has sparked controversy. Vance admitted telling his seven-year-old son to “shut the hell up” about Pokémon Pikachu during a crucial phone call with the former president. The call purportedly took place just moments before the Republican National Convention (RNC) in Milwaukee last month. Speaking to YouTube comedians the NELK Boys, Vance recounted the incident. He said that he was on a flight with his family to Milwaukee for the Republican National Convention when he realised there was no Wi-Fi on the plane. Also watch | US Elections: JD Vance slams Harris, VP takes swipe at Trump × Upon landing an hour later, he discovered over a hundred messages, including one from the Trump campaign indicating he had missed an important call. Vance quickly returned the call, greeting Trump with, "Hey Sir, what's going on?" Trump responded, "JD, you missed a really important phone call, and now I'm going to have to go with someone else." At that moment, Vance’s son, immersed in a Pokémon card phase, attempted to discuss Pikachu. Frustrated and needing to focus on the call, Vance said, "Son, shut the hell up for 30 seconds about Pikachu." He added, "This is the most important phone call of my life." Also read | JD Vance's 'childless cat ladies' comments lead to Kamala Harris fans organising pet lover events "Please just let me take this phone call." Vance noted that his son, not understanding the significance of the call, continued to talk about Pokémon. The former president officially named Vance as his running mate during the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee last month. Vance’s remarks have since been met with widespread criticism on social media and from political figures. The Democratic National Convention issued a statement saying, "If there's one thing JD Vance is going to do, it's full send being the weirdest, creepiest, and most unpopular running mate Donald Trump could have ever hoped for." (With inputs from agencies)

JD Vance told his seven-year-old son to 'shut the hell up' about Pikachu

<p>A very rare and strange 'Alien God' temple has been built in India's Tamil Nadu, which is being reported as the first one to exist in the entire country.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 'Alien God' temple was built by a man named 'Siddar' in the Salem district of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. In this temple, the man has been offering special worship to the 'Alien deity'.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"Alien is the first deity created by Lord Shiva in the world and Aliens are the only god who can save the world from disaster as they have unlimited power," said the man, while speaking to local media channels.</p>

<h2><strong>Aliens to arrive on Earth more frequently: Priest</strong></h2>

<p>Priest Loganathan, who is popularly known as Siddhar Bhakiya, has been running the 'Alien temple' in the district's Mallamuppatti village.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The black-coloured statue of the 'Alien god' has been set up in the temple's underground area which is inside the Kailaya Shiva Temple complex.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The priest said that he built the temple after speaking with the aliens and getting their permission.</p>

<p>"Aliens will not harm the world. They will not do any harm to people. They seek us only to do good. That is why I have built this temple," Loganathan said.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Peru's 'Alien Mummies' under fresh scrutiny</strong></p>

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<p>"From now on, the arrival of aliens will be more frequent. Countries around the world are investigating aliens but often conceal their findings. Aliens will come in person and communicate with us; they are already visiting Earth," he added.</p>

<p>According to the priest, the aliens do not look like how they are shown in the movies. “There will be no horns for Aliens like shown in the movies. They are normal in appearance like humans. They are like human beings who exist in the form of male and female," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He added that he has met Aliens and spoken to them. “I’ve seen aliens in clairvoyance. They have come and talked twice. Don’t let anyone think I’m crazy because I'm talking to an alien. Many people are researching about aliens. They tell many people about it, but no one believes it," said priest Loganathan.&nbsp;</p>

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A very rare and strange 'Alien God' temple has been built in India's Tamil Nadu, which is being reported as the first one to exist in the entire country. The 'Alien God' temple was built by a man named 'Siddar' in the Salem district of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu.

A very rare and strange 'Alien God' temple has been built in India's Tamil Nadu, which is being reported as the first one to exist in the entire country. The 'Alien God' temple was built by a man named 'Siddar' in the Salem district of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. In this temple, the man has been offering special worship to the 'Alien deity'. Also Read: Aliens trying communicating to humans, keep getting blocked by mysterious Earth barrier, claims Reddit user "Alien is the first deity created by Lord Shiva in the world and Aliens are the only god who can save the world from disaster as they have unlimited power," said the man, while speaking to local media channels. Aliens to arrive on Earth more frequently: Priest Priest Loganathan, who is popularly known as Siddhar Bhakiya, has been running the 'Alien temple' in the district's Mallamuppatti village. The black-coloured statue of the 'Alien god' has been set up in the temple's underground area which is inside the Kailaya Shiva Temple complex. The priest said that he built the temple after speaking with the aliens and getting their permission. "Aliens will not harm the world. They will not do any harm to people. They seek us only to do good. That is why I have built this temple," Loganathan said. Watch: Peru's 'Alien Mummies' under fresh scrutiny "From now on, the arrival of aliens will be more frequent. Countries around the world are investigating aliens but often conceal their findings. Aliens will come in person and communicate with us; they are already visiting Earth," he added. According to the priest, the aliens do not look like how they are shown in the movies. “There will be no horns for Aliens like shown in the movies. They are normal in appearance like humans. They are like human beings who exist in the form of male and female," he said. He added that he has met Aliens and spoken to them. “I’ve seen aliens in clairvoyance. They have come and talked twice. Don’t let anyone think I’m crazy because I'm talking to an alien. Many people are researching about aliens. They tell many people about it, but no one believes it," said priest Loganathan. (With inputs from agencies)

Indian man constructs temple for 'Alien God', claims he spoke to aliens who will save world

<p>In what comes as a nauseating stat, the report of pervs masturbating in the open in the streets of New York City has soared 51 per cent through June 30 this year, according to a report in the&nbsp;<em>New York Post, </em>citing NYPD data<em>.&nbsp;</em></p>

<p>Lax laws and a broken mental health system have led to the growing problem with 378 complaints lodged, compared to 251 in the same period in 2023.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The NYPD cops had issued 159 summonses till June 30 to New York residents who were happy to openly whip out their private bits - which is a 396 per cent increase from the 32 tickets issued in 2023.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Residents&nbsp;voiced their concerns about the deteriorating situation at a meeting for Manhattan's Community Board 1 last month as the cops failed to respond to their complaints.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>What does the law say?</strong></h2>

<p>According to New York's indecent exposure law, lewdness, which includes exposing a penis to masturbate, is punishable by up to 90 days in jail, a $500 fine, and probation.</p>

<p>Public lewdness in the first degree is a class A misdemeanour, punishable by up to a year in jail and a $1,000 fine. Exposure is a violation, with a maximum sentence of 15 days in jail in addition to fines and community service.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, police officers are of the view that even if the offenders are busted, they would be cut loose in no time.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“This is a desk appearance ticket and a non-bail eligible offence, so he will be out within two hours,” Captain&nbsp;Joel Rosenthal, commanding officer of the First Precinct was quoted as saying.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/democrat-mayor-eric-adams-says-migrant-crisis-has-destroyed-new-york-city-calls-out-biden-administration-585078"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Democrat Mayor Eric Adams says migrant crisis has destroyed New York City, calls out Biden administration</strong></a></p>

<p>For a long time, the city of New&nbsp;York has been pushing against incarceration which makes it difficult for the cops to straighten out the pervs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Experts have also attributed the migrant crisis as one of the reasons for the law and order problem in the Big Apple. Over 200,000 migrants have entered New York from the southern borders since the spring of 2022.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A report published in June stated that some 16,000 former hotel rooms in New York had been booked to help with the influx of migrants.&nbsp;</p>

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In what comes as a nauseating stat, the report of pervs masturbating in the open in the streets of New York City has soared 51 per cent through June 30 this year, according to a report in the New York Post, citing NYPD data.

In what comes as a nauseating stat, the report of pervs masturbating in the open in the streets of New York City has soared 51 per cent through June 30 this year, according to a report in the New York Post, citing NYPD data. Lax laws and a broken mental health system have led to the growing problem with 378 complaints lodged, compared to 251 in the same period in 2023. The NYPD cops had issued 159 summonses till June 30 to New York residents who were happy to openly whip out their private bits - which is a 396 per cent increase from the 32 tickets issued in 2023. Residents voiced their concerns about the deteriorating situation at a meeting for Manhattan's Community Board 1 last month as the cops failed to respond to their complaints. Watch | WION at New York's largest migrant shelter × What does the law say? According to New York's indecent exposure law, lewdness, which includes exposing a penis to masturbate, is punishable by up to 90 days in jail, a $500 fine, and probation. Public lewdness in the first degree is a class A misdemeanour, punishable by up to a year in jail and a $1,000 fine. Exposure is a violation, with a maximum sentence of 15 days in jail in addition to fines and community service. However, police officers are of the view that even if the offenders are busted, they would be cut loose in no time. “This is a desk appearance ticket and a non-bail eligible offence, so he will be out within two hours,” Captain Joel Rosenthal, commanding officer of the First Precinct was quoted as saying. Also read | Democrat Mayor Eric Adams says migrant crisis has destroyed New York City, calls out Biden administration For a long time, the city of New York has been pushing against incarceration which makes it difficult for the cops to straighten out the pervs. Experts have also attributed the migrant crisis as one of the reasons for the law and order problem in the Big Apple. Over 200,000 migrants have entered New York from the southern borders since the spring of 2022. A report published in June stated that some 16,000 former hotel rooms in New York had been booked to help with the influx of migrants. (With inputs from agencies)

Pervs masturbating in the open in New York City up by 51%: Report

<p>Dumpster diving payed&nbsp;off big for Tiffany Butler. The 34-year-old Texan unearthed a jackpot of pristine New Balance sneakers in a discarded bin.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Butler, who frequently goes through&nbsp;discarded items to rescue usable goods, recently discovered a large bag of brand new New Balance trainers in a bin.</p>

<p>The New Balance trainers, which are valued at over $119.34 (Rs 10,000) each, were among several other new items, including water bottles, T-shirts, and socks from the same brand.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/watch-kim-jong-uns-boat-driver-crashes-him-right-into-tree-social-media-reacts-746691">Watch: Kim Jong Un's boat driver crashes him right into tree, social media reacts</a></p>

<p>A dedicated dumpster diver, Butler hunts for discarded items two to three times a week. She admitted that her recent find of new sneakers was a lucky break, as she'd never had any luck at that particular spot before.</p>

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<p>Butler, who hits the dumpsters at least twice a week, explained to What's The Jam, "It's all about chance. Stores discard items unexpectedly, so you just have to be in the right place at the right time."</p>

<p>Butler has turned trash into treasure, she calculates that over the course of two years, she has made around $80,000 (Rs 66,99376) from reselling things she discovers in the trash.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Taking to social media, joyous Butler shared&nbsp;her findings with her three million social media followers, representing the potential value of items that others might discard.</p>

<p>However, there have been several examples around the world where people have found cash or other valuables, like jewellery, in the trash.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/stunning-close-up-timelapse-of-bus-sized-rocket-part-captured-by-space-debris-monitor-watch-746283">Stunning close-up timelapse of bus-sized rocket part captured by space debris monitor: Watch</a></p>

<p>In 2023, a&nbsp;ragpicker in India's Bengaluru city stumbled upon bundles of US dollars worth $3 million (Rs 25 crore) in a pile of garbage. But after examination, police&nbsp;discovered that the notes were fake.</p>

<p>Salman Sheikh found 23 bundles of notes in a pile of garbage on November 1 in Bengaluru's Hebbal.</p>

<p>"I was going about my day when I made a shocking discovery. Around noon I found a bag overflowing with cash. It was so overwhelming, I fainted. I'd never seen that much money before in my life, and I knew it wasn't Indian rupees," he was quoted saying.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Dumpster diving payed off big for Tiffany Butler. The 34-year-old Texan unearthed a jackpot of pristine New Balance sneakers in a discarded bin. Butler, who frequently goes through discarded items to rescue usable goods, recently discovered a large bag of brand new New Balance trainers in a bin.

Dumpster diving payed off big for Tiffany Butler. The 34-year-old Texan unearthed a jackpot of pristine New Balance sneakers in a discarded bin. Butler, who frequently goes through discarded items to rescue usable goods, recently discovered a large bag of brand new New Balance trainers in a bin. The New Balance trainers, which are valued at over $119.34 (Rs 10,000) each, were among several other new items, including water bottles, T-shirts, and socks from the same brand. Watch: Kim Jong Un's boat driver crashes him right into tree, social media reacts A dedicated dumpster diver, Butler hunts for discarded items two to three times a week. She admitted that her recent find of new sneakers was a lucky break, as she'd never had any luck at that particular spot before. Butler, who hits the dumpsters at least twice a week, explained to What's The Jam, "It's all about chance. Stores discard items unexpectedly, so you just have to be in the right place at the right time." Butler has turned trash into treasure, she calculates that over the course of two years, she has made around $80,000 (Rs 66,99376) from reselling things she discovers in the trash. Taking to social media, joyous Butler shared her findings with her three million social media followers, representing the potential value of items that others might discard. However, there have been several examples around the world where people have found cash or other valuables, like jewellery, in the trash. Also read | Stunning close-up timelapse of bus-sized rocket part captured by space debris monitor: Watch In 2023, a ragpicker in India's Bengaluru city stumbled upon bundles of US dollars worth $3 million (Rs 25 crore) in a pile of garbage. But after examination, police discovered that the notes were fake. Salman Sheikh found 23 bundles of notes in a pile of garbage on November 1 in Bengaluru's Hebbal. "I was going about my day when I made a shocking discovery. Around noon I found a bag overflowing with cash. It was so overwhelming, I fainted. I'd never seen that much money before in my life, and I knew it wasn't Indian rupees," he was quoted saying. (With inputs from agencies)

American woman scores big: Makes $80K dumpster diving find

<p>Not just US billionaire Elon Musk, his two kids have also gone viral on the internet as their throwback nine-year-old picture with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi resurfaces. And Elon Musk himself has reacted to the picture.</p>

<p>It all started when famous&nbsp;X user&nbsp;DogeDesigner shared a picture showing PM Modi with the two children. A smiling Elon can also be seen in the frame. The Indian PM also shook hands with the two kids.</p>

<p>"Damian &amp; Kai," Musk wrote in response to the post, referring to the kids' names.</p>

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<p>Notably, the Tesla boss has 11 children in total, and he has voiced support for large families in the past.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Damian and&nbsp;Kaiquot are children from&nbsp;Musk's first wife&nbsp;Justine Musk, who is a Canadian author. The couple had twins in 2004, namely&nbsp;Vivian and Griffin. Two years later,&nbsp;Damian and&nbsp;Kaiquot were born along with a third called&nbsp;Saxon.</p>

<p>Musk has three children with his second wife Grimes and three with&nbsp;Shivon Zilis.</p>

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<p>In July 2022, Musk wrote on X, "Bravo to big families" and expressed his desire to have as many children as possible and become a good father too.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"A collapsing birth rate is the biggest danger civilisation faces, by far," Musk warned.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a data-ved="2ahUKEwiMk8aW8tiHAxUJUGwGHXj7MIoQxfQBKAB6BAgHEAE" href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/musk-accepts-challenge-to-fight-against-venezuelan-president-says-if-i-win-he-resigns-746135" jsname="YKoRaf" original_target="https://www.wionews.com/trending/musk-accepts-challenge-to-fight-against-venezuelan-president-says-if-i-win-he-resigns-746135" ping="/url?sa=t&amp;source=web&amp;rct=j&amp;opi=89978449&amp;url=https://www.wionews.com/trending/musk-accepts-challenge-to-fight-against-venezuelan-president-says-if-i-win-he-resigns-746135&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiMk8aW8tiHAxUJUGwGHXj7MIoQxfQBKAB6BAgHEAE" saprocessedanchor="true">Musk accepts challenge to fight against Venezuelan president, says `If I win, he resigns`</a></strong></p>

<p>Musk's response to the nine-year-old&nbsp;photo was liked by more than 3,000 users on X.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Social media meanwhile was left awestruck with the cute photo, with&nbsp;Biologist Nina saying, “How old are the boys? They are very nice and polite!”</p>

<p>A second user praised the fact that both kids had a book in their hands.</p>

<p>“Love how they both have a book...Parenting 101,” the user said.</p>

<p>“Such an amazing education Elon shared/is sharing with his children when possible: I’m sure these two lads are outstanding young adults today: And will continue learning from dear ole dad!" a third user wrote.</p>

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Not just US billionaire Elon Musk, his two kids have also gone viral on the internet as their throwback nine-year-old picture with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi resurfaces.

Not just US billionaire Elon Musk, his two kids have also gone viral on the internet as their throwback nine-year-old picture with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi resurfaces. And Elon Musk himself has reacted to the picture. It all started when famous X user DogeDesigner shared a picture showing PM Modi with the two children. A smiling Elon can also be seen in the frame. The Indian PM also shook hands with the two kids. "Damian & Kai," Musk wrote in response to the post, referring to the kids' names. Damian & Kai — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) August 2, 2024 × Notably, the Tesla boss has 11 children in total, and he has voiced support for large families in the past. Damian and Kaiquot are children from Musk's first wife Justine Musk, who is a Canadian author. The couple had twins in 2004, namely Vivian and Griffin. Two years later, Damian and Kaiquot were born along with a third called Saxon. Musk has three children with his second wife Grimes and three with Shivon Zilis. Also read: `Diversity hire?`: Elon Musk shares controversial video of Kamala Harris ahead of US elections. Watch! In July 2022, Musk wrote on X, "Bravo to big families" and expressed his desire to have as many children as possible and become a good father too. "A collapsing birth rate is the biggest danger civilisation faces, by far," Musk warned. Also read: Musk accepts challenge to fight against Venezuelan president, says `If I win, he resigns` Musk's response to the nine-year-old photo was liked by more than 3,000 users on X. Social media meanwhile was left awestruck with the cute photo, with Biologist Nina saying, “How old are the boys? They are very nice and polite!” A second user praised the fact that both kids had a book in their hands. “Love how they both have a book...Parenting 101,” the user said. “Such an amazing education Elon shared/is sharing with his children when possible: I’m sure these two lads are outstanding young adults today: And will continue learning from dear ole dad!" a third user wrote. (With inputs from agencies)

Nine-year-old photo of PM Modi shaking hands with Elon Musk's kids goes viral, Tesla boss reacts

<p>You know heads would be rolling&nbsp;when something goes unplanned in front of North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un. But you can expect even worse if the driver of his speedboat crashes him right into the trees, causing his taut hairstyle to come loose.</p>

<p>That's exactly what happened when the North Korean leader stepped on a speedboat to inspect flooded farmlands after a heavy downpour.</p>

<p>Videos have emerged on social media, showing Kim sitting in&nbsp;a vessel, along with other officials.</p>

<p>But as the boat picks up speed, it crashes right into trees, causing the obese leader to briefly fly over his seat. Soon after, he is filmed fixing his hairstyle.&nbsp;<br />
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<p>And then, he points towards&nbsp;the camera behind him, leaving it to social media to guess what his gesture would have meant for the fate of the poor driver.</p>

<h2><strong>Reaction on social media</strong></h2>

<p>Social media users didn't pull any punches. One user noted Kim's hand gesture in the end. "Thats it... the guy driving the boat will never be seen again. and im not even joking.," the user said.</p>

<p>"Imagine if he fell in lol," a second user said jokingly.</p>

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<p>"That will call for ballistic missile testing and floating balloons of trash for sure," a third user said.</p>

<h2><strong>Heavy rains in North Korea</strong></h2>

<p>Kim had travelled to regions bordering China in the aftermath of heavy rains and ensuing flooding.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Thousands of homes were inundated with water in&nbsp;the city of Sinuiju and Uiju County.</p>

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<p>Reports from China also pointed towards heavy rains, with Chinese media reporting at least 30 deaths and 35 cases of missing people.</p>

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You know heads would be rolling when something goes unplanned in front of North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un. But you can expect even worse if the driver of his speedboat crashes him right into the trees, causing his taut hairstyle to come loose.

You know heads would be rolling when something goes unplanned in front of North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un. But you can expect even worse if the driver of his speedboat crashes him right into the trees, causing his taut hairstyle to come loose. That's exactly what happened when the North Korean leader stepped on a speedboat to inspect flooded farmlands after a heavy downpour. Videos have emerged on social media, showing Kim sitting in a vessel, along with other officials. But as the boat picks up speed, it crashes right into trees, causing the obese leader to briefly fly over his seat. Soon after, he is filmed fixing his hairstyle. Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of photos, videos and information shared on social media. 🇰🇵⚔️🌴 Kim Jong Un's boat crashed into a tree.. This footage is probably the last we will get to see of this captain and his family. At least for the next three generations. The tree has already been sentenced to 200 years of hard labour in the country's greenhouse with the… pic.twitter.com/MF3Wlrq35D — Astraia Intel (@astraiaintel) August 2, 2024 × And then, he points towards the camera behind him, leaving it to social media to guess what his gesture would have meant for the fate of the poor driver. Reaction on social media Social media users didn't pull any punches. One user noted Kim's hand gesture in the end. "Thats it... the guy driving the boat will never be seen again. and im not even joking.," the user said. "Imagine if he fell in lol," a second user said jokingly. Also read: Pakistani content creator embraces South Indian look: Viral video "That will call for ballistic missile testing and floating balloons of trash for sure," a third user said. Heavy rains in North Korea Kim had travelled to regions bordering China in the aftermath of heavy rains and ensuing flooding. Thousands of homes were inundated with water in the city of Sinuiju and Uiju County. Also read: Indian man almost dies after inserting 65cm long eel up his anus to 'seek sensations' Reports from China also pointed towards heavy rains, with Chinese media reporting at least 30 deaths and 35 cases of missing people. (With inputs from agencies)

Watch: Kim Jong Un's boat driver crashes him right into tree, social media reacts

<p>Author JK Rowling has come down heavily on the Paris Olympic Games after a women's boxing bout sparked controversy. The <em>Harry Potter</em> creator slammed the organisers for allowing a match between Italy's Angela Carini and Algeria's Imane Khelif. Carini quit her match in just 46 seconds.&nbsp;<br />
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Rowling took to X and wrote, "Could any picture sum up our new men’s rights movement better? The smirk of a male who knows he’s protected by a misogynist sporting establishment, enjoying the distress of a woman he’s just punched in the head, and whose life’s ambition he’s just shattered."</p>

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<p>Rowling posted in support of Carini and called out the Paris Olympics.&nbsp;<br />
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"Watch this (whole thread), then explain why you’re OK with a man beating a woman in public for your entertainment. This isn’t sport. From the bullying cheat in red all the way up to the organisers who allowed this to happen, this is men revelling in their power over women."</p>

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There were also others who spoke in support of Carini, including X CEO Elon Musk, who endorsed a post from Riley Gaines. The American swimmer wrote that “men don’t belong in women’s sports,” with the Twitter/X boss replying: “Absolutely.”<br />
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On Wednesday, the IOC defended its decision to allow Khelif to compete. "Obviously, I am not going to comment on individuals,” said spokesperson Mark Adams. “That’s really invidious and unfair. But I would just say that everyone competing in the women’s category is complying with the competition eligibility rules. They are women in their passports and it is stated that is the case.”</p>

<p>He added that “this is not a transgender issue” and that the women involved had been competing in women’s competitions for “many years.”</p>


Author JK Rowling has come down heavily on the Paris Olympic Games after a women's boxing bout sparked controversy. The Harry Potter creator slammed the organisers for allowing a match between Italy's Angela Carini and Algeria's Imane Khelif.

Author JK Rowling has come down heavily on the Paris Olympic Games after a women's boxing bout sparked controversy. The Harry Potter creator slammed the organisers for allowing a match between Italy's Angela Carini and Algeria's Imane Khelif. Carini quit her match in just 46 seconds. Khelif was one of two athletes cleared to compete in women’s boxing after being disqualified from last year’s Women’s World Boxing Championships in New Delhi for failing to meet the necessary gender eligibility criteria. Carini opted to stand down rather than risk further onslaught inside the ring, and Khelif was- as a result, proclaimed the winner. Carini shouted “This is unjust” as she slammed her headgear as the fight was called off. The moment Khelif was proclaimed the winner, it went viral on social media, and many spoke against the injustice towards Carini, including Rowling. Rowling took to X and wrote, "Could any picture sum up our new men’s rights movement better? The smirk of a male who knows he’s protected by a misogynist sporting establishment, enjoying the distress of a woman he’s just punched in the head, and whose life’s ambition he’s just shattered." Could any picture sum up our new men’s rights movement better? The smirk of a male who’s knows he’s protected by a misogynist sporting establishment enjoying the distress of a woman he’s just punched in the head, and whose life’s ambition he’s just shattered. #Paris2024 pic.twitter.com/Q5SbKiksXQ — J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) August 1, 2024 × Rowling posted in support of Carini and called out the Paris Olympics. "Watch this (whole thread), then explain why you’re OK with a man beating a woman in public for your entertainment. This isn’t sport. From the bullying cheat in red all the way up to the organisers who allowed this to happen, this is men revelling in their power over women." Watch this (whole thread), then explain why you’re OK with a man beating a woman in public for your entertainment. This isn’t sport. From the bullying cheat in red all the way up to the organisers who allowed this to happen, this is men revelling in their power over women. https://t.co/u32FcDTy9p — J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) August 1, 2024 × There were also others who spoke in support of Carini, including X CEO Elon Musk, who endorsed a post from Riley Gaines. The American swimmer wrote that “men don’t belong in women’s sports,” with the Twitter/X boss replying: “Absolutely.” On Wednesday, the IOC defended its decision to allow Khelif to compete. "Obviously, I am not going to comment on individuals,” said spokesperson Mark Adams. “That’s really invidious and unfair. But I would just say that everyone competing in the women’s category is complying with the competition eligibility rules. They are women in their passports and it is stated that is the case.” He added that “this is not a transgender issue” and that the women involved had been competing in women’s competitions for “many years.”

JK Rowling slams Olympic committee over controversial women's boxing match: This isn’t sport

<p>An Indian national in Vietnam had to be rushed to a hospital after he shoved a live,&nbsp;65 centimetre&nbsp;long eel up his anus to experience an 'intense sensation'. The doctors at&nbsp;Viet Duc Hospital in Hanoi on July 29 performed an emergency surgery to save his life.</p>

<p>The situation of the 31-year-old patient had worsened as&nbsp;“the eel had bitten through the patient’s rectum and colon to escape into the abdominal cavity,”&nbsp;Le Nhat Huy, deputy director of the Colorectal and Pelvic Floor Surgery Centre at Viet Duc Hospital, was quoted as saying by the Straits Times.</p>

<h2><strong>What happened?</strong></h2>

<p>The emergency department of the Hanoi hospital received the patient on July 27 with&nbsp;severe abdominal pain. Upon examination, it was revealed he had inserted a large eel up his rear at around noon the same day.</p>

<p>Scans, X-rays and imaging tests were done and the presence of&nbsp;a radiopaque skeleton lying horizontally in the abdominal cavity was detected.</p>

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<p>Subsequently, a team of&nbsp;endoscopy experts and anaesthesiologists was arranged&nbsp;to perform a colonoscopy to remove the foreign object from the rectum.</p>

<p>When the team failed to get the object out through the anus, it went ahead with emergency surgery.</p>

<h2><strong>Massive eel found in abdomen</strong></h2>

<p>After opening the man's abdomen, a large eel about 65cm long and 10cm thick was found inside.</p>

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<p>Along with the eel, a lemon was also extracted by a team of experts.</p>

<h2><strong>Advice from the doctors</strong></h2>

<p>Doctors said many young people have a tendency to seek extreme sensations using sex toys. On the other hand, some end up using live animals in the process.</p>

<p>“Eels can survive in anaerobic conditions for a long time and have the ability to bite through the gastrointestinal tract," warned&nbsp;Nhat Huy.</p>

<p>"Therefore, people should never insert live animals through the anus to seek intense sensations due to the unforeseeable consequences,” the doctor warned.</p>

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An Indian national in Vietnam had to be rushed to a hospital after he shoved a live, 65 centimetre long eel up his anus to experience an 'intense sensation'. The doctors at Viet Duc Hospital in Hanoi on July 29 performed an emergency surgery to save his life.

An Indian national in Vietnam had to be rushed to a hospital after he shoved a live, 65 centimetre long eel up his anus to experience an 'intense sensation'. The doctors at Viet Duc Hospital in Hanoi on July 29 performed an emergency surgery to save his life. The situation of the 31-year-old patient had worsened as “the eel had bitten through the patient’s rectum and colon to escape into the abdominal cavity,” Le Nhat Huy, deputy director of the Colorectal and Pelvic Floor Surgery Centre at Viet Duc Hospital, was quoted as saying by the Straits Times. What happened? The emergency department of the Hanoi hospital received the patient on July 27 with severe abdominal pain. Upon examination, it was revealed he had inserted a large eel up his rear at around noon the same day. Scans, X-rays and imaging tests were done and the presence of a radiopaque skeleton lying horizontally in the abdominal cavity was detected. Also Read: Pakistani content creator embraces South Indian look: Viral video Subsequently, a team of endoscopy experts and anaesthesiologists was arranged to perform a colonoscopy to remove the foreign object from the rectum. When the team failed to get the object out through the anus, it went ahead with emergency surgery. Massive eel found in abdomen After opening the man's abdomen, a large eel about 65cm long and 10cm thick was found inside. Watch: Korean Air to stop serving hot cup noodles | Trending on WION × Along with the eel, a lemon was also extracted by a team of experts. Advice from the doctors Doctors said many young people have a tendency to seek extreme sensations using sex toys. On the other hand, some end up using live animals in the process. “Eels can survive in anaerobic conditions for a long time and have the ability to bite through the gastrointestinal tract," warned Nhat Huy. "Therefore, people should never insert live animals through the anus to seek intense sensations due to the unforeseeable consequences,” the doctor warned. (With inputs from agencies)

Indian man almost dies after inserting 65cm long eel up his anus to 'seek sensations'

<p>A passenger aboard an American Airlines flight has been arrested and charged after he ate too many marijuana edibles and attempted to have sex with a flight attendant. The man, identified as 26-year-old Eric Nicholas Gapco, a New Jersey resident, also tried to open the plane's door mid-flight multiple times.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Gapco was on flight 2101 bound for Dallas from Seattle on July 18 when he began going off the rails. According to the criminal complaint filed,&nbsp; Gapco removed his shirt, took a hit from his vape pen, and started yelling and hitting on a crew member before propositioning sex to her while allegedly assaulting another.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In one of the video footage of the incident, Gapco could be seen bare-chested and shouting "I&nbsp;am sane!" as the crew members tried to sober him up near the plane's lavatory.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, after the&nbsp;Delanco man refused to take his seat, flight attendants shackled his hands and feet with restraints — while the captain made an emergency landing in Salt Lake City.&nbsp;After the plane landed, the police arrested Gacpo around 11 am local time.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>10 marijuana pills&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The complaint added that Gapco allegedly tried to slip another passenger a bag of unidentified pills.&nbsp;</p>

<p>When quizzed about the illegal drugs, Gacpo initially refused to have taken any before confiding in the arresting officer that he ate "approximately 10 marijuana edibles" without having any idea how strong they were.<strong>&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p>A federal grand jury has indicted Gapco on charges of interference with a flight crew and attempted damage to an aircraft in the special aircraft jurisdiction of the United States.</p>

<p>"A federal grand jury returned an indictment today charging an alleged unruly passenger onboard an American Airlines flight after engaging in disruptive and life-threatening behaviour, including attempting to open the aircraft exterior doors mid-flight." said the US Attorney's Office.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The case is being investigated jointly by the FBI Salt Lake City Field Office and Salt Lake City Police Department.&nbsp;</p>

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A passenger aboard an American Airlines flight has been arrested and charged after he ate too many marijuana edibles and attempted to have sex with a flight attendant.

A passenger aboard an American Airlines flight has been arrested and charged after he ate too many marijuana edibles and attempted to have sex with a flight attendant. The man, identified as 26-year-old Eric Nicholas Gapco, a New Jersey resident, also tried to open the plane's door mid-flight multiple times. Gapco was on flight 2101 bound for Dallas from Seattle on July 18 when he began going off the rails. According to the criminal complaint filed, Gapco removed his shirt, took a hit from his vape pen, and started yelling and hitting on a crew member before propositioning sex to her while allegedly assaulting another. In one of the video footage of the incident, Gapco could be seen bare-chested and shouting "I am sane!" as the crew members tried to sober him up near the plane's lavatory. However, after the Delanco man refused to take his seat, flight attendants shackled his hands and feet with restraints — while the captain made an emergency landing in Salt Lake City. After the plane landed, the police arrested Gacpo around 11 am local time. Watch | MIA-bound American Airlines flight evacuated: Passengers jostle up for baggage as fire breaks out × 10 marijuana pills The complaint added that Gapco allegedly tried to slip another passenger a bag of unidentified pills. When quizzed about the illegal drugs, Gacpo initially refused to have taken any before confiding in the arresting officer that he ate "approximately 10 marijuana edibles" without having any idea how strong they were. Also read | American Airlines flight forced to land after engine gets engulfed in flames A federal grand jury has indicted Gapco on charges of interference with a flight crew and attempted damage to an aircraft in the special aircraft jurisdiction of the United States. "A federal grand jury returned an indictment today charging an alleged unruly passenger onboard an American Airlines flight after engaging in disruptive and life-threatening behaviour, including attempting to open the aircraft exterior doors mid-flight." said the US Attorney's Office. The case is being investigated jointly by the FBI Salt Lake City Field Office and Salt Lake City Police Department. (With inputs from agencies)

US man gets high on edibles, attempts sex with flight attendant, opens door mid-air

<p>The democracy of Venezuela seems to have fallen in the hands of billionaire and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk as he took up the challenge to fight against President Nicolas Maduro on national television, on the condition that if he wins, the president will have to step down.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Taking to the social network X, its owner Musk responded to the challenge given to him by Maduro. "I accept," he wrote, as the response sparked multiple reactions online.</p>

<h2><strong>Here's how the contentious conversation unravelled</strong></h2>

<p>Taking to X, President Maduro said, "Social media creates a virtual reality, and who controls the virtual reality? Our new archenemy, the famous Elon Musk. Do you want to fight? Let's do it. Elon Musk, I'm ready. I'm not afraid of you Elon Musk. Let's fight, wherever you want."</p>

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<p>Responding to Maduro's challenge, Musk said, “Maduro is a big guy himself and probably knows how to fight, so this would be a real fight. Zuck is a little fella, so that would be a short fight lol.”</p>

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<p>“If I win, he resigns as dictator of Venezuela. If he wins, I give him a free ride to Mars," he said on X.</p>

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<h2><strong>Animosity brews between Musk and Maduro</strong></h2>

<p>The animosity started brewing between the two prominent figures as political turmoil ensued in Caracas.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Maduro and Musk have clashed ideologically in the past and the president has accused the SpaceX CEO of orchestrating attacks against Venezuela and also planning the alleged "computer hacking" at the National Electoral Council (CNE).&nbsp;</p>

<p>After the Venezuelan election results, Musk clearly stated that he disapproved of Maduro's election as the president and called him a "dictator" while saying that the election was a "travesty."&nbsp;</p>

<p>He even shared the US Drug Enforcement Administration's (DEA) 2020 announcement in which criminal charges were levied against Maduro for drug trafficking.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Elon Musk’s Daughter ‘Disowns’ Him After Tech Billionaire Claims His Son 'Died'</strong></p>

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<p>Fiercely responding to this, Maduro said, "He wants to come here with his guns and an army to invade Venezuela. Elon Musk, good thing you showed your face because we knew you were behind it all! With your money and your satellites."</p>

<p>Musk sharply retorted to this and said, "An ass knows more than Maduro." &nbsp;Later sarcastically apologising, he said, "Sorry to have compared the poor ass to Maduro. That was an insult to the animal kingdom."</p>

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The democracy of Venezuela seems to have fallen in the hands of billionaire and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk as he took up the challenge to fight against President Nicolas Maduro on national television, on the condition that if he wins, the president will have to step down.

The democracy of Venezuela seems to have fallen in the hands of billionaire and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk as he took up the challenge to fight against President Nicolas Maduro on national television, on the condition that if he wins, the president will have to step down. Taking to the social network X, its owner Musk responded to the challenge given to him by Maduro. "I accept," he wrote, as the response sparked multiple reactions online. Here's how the contentious conversation unravelled Taking to X, President Maduro said, "Social media creates a virtual reality, and who controls the virtual reality? Our new archenemy, the famous Elon Musk. Do you want to fight? Let's do it. Elon Musk, I'm ready. I'm not afraid of you Elon Musk. Let's fight, wherever you want." Maduro is a big guy himself and probably knows how to fight, so this would be a real fight. Zuck is a little fella, so that would be a short fight lol. — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) July 31, 2024 × Responding to Maduro's challenge, Musk said, “Maduro is a big guy himself and probably knows how to fight, so this would be a real fight. Zuck is a little fella, so that would be a short fight lol.” Also Read: Musk’s trans daughter retorts back after he calls her 'dead', says Tesla owner was 'cold, cruel' “If I win, he resigns as dictator of Venezuela. If he wins, I give him a free ride to Mars," he said on X. If I win, he resigns as dictator of Venezuela. If he wins, I give him a free ride to Mars. — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) July 31, 2024 × Animosity brews between Musk and Maduro The animosity started brewing between the two prominent figures as political turmoil ensued in Caracas. Maduro and Musk have clashed ideologically in the past and the president has accused the SpaceX CEO of orchestrating attacks against Venezuela and also planning the alleged "computer hacking" at the National Electoral Council (CNE). After the Venezuelan election results, Musk clearly stated that he disapproved of Maduro's election as the president and called him a "dictator" while saying that the election was a "travesty." He even shared the US Drug Enforcement Administration's (DEA) 2020 announcement in which criminal charges were levied against Maduro for drug trafficking. Watch: Elon Musk’s Daughter ‘Disowns’ Him After Tech Billionaire Claims His Son 'Died' Fiercely responding to this, Maduro said, "He wants to come here with his guns and an army to invade Venezuela. Elon Musk, good thing you showed your face because we knew you were behind it all! With your money and your satellites." Musk sharply retorted to this and said, "An ass knows more than Maduro." Later sarcastically apologising, he said, "Sorry to have compared the poor ass to Maduro. That was an insult to the animal kingdom." (With inputs from agencies)

Musk accepts challenge to fight against Venezuelan president, says 'If I win, he resigns'

<p>The irony came hunting amid Delhi's incessant rains and the prey was found in the Indian capital-based Institute of Town Planners of India (ITPI) building.&nbsp;A viral video showing water being pumped out of the ITPI building in central Delhi has taken social media by storm.</p>

<p>The ITPI, dedicated to the "economic, scientific, and artistic development of towns, cities, and rural areas in India," found itself struggling with waterlogging after a downpour on Wednesday (July 31).</p>

<p>The sight of ankle-deep water inside a building focused on town planning has sparked amusement and criticism online in equal proportions.</p>

<p>The news agency ANI shared the clip, showing a security guard using a hose to pump water out of the flooded premises. The video, which captures people wading through water inside the institute, quickly went viral, amassing nearly 2.4 million views on X within hours.</p>

<p>"Delhi | Water is being pumped out as it enters the building of the Institute of Town Planners India. Delhi received heavy rainfall and the national capital is witnessing waterlogging issues at several places," read the caption&nbsp;accompanying the video.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Delhi: Rains lash Delhi-NCR killing 7, IMD warns of waterlogging</strong></p>

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<p>Social media users were quick to point out the irony. "Town planners! They can't even plan their own building; how will they build the infrastructure?" commented one user on X. Another echoed the sentiment, saying, "Even the office of Town Planners is affected by flooding. Imagine what will happen to other offices?"</p>

<p>Adding to the chorus of amused reactions, one person wrote with a laughing face emoji, "Institute of town planners, pretty ironic ehh."</p>

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<p>"The people of Delhi are equally responsible. Rampant littering is one of biggest reasons for clogged drains thereby flooding," another user commented on Instagram.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As Delhi continues to deal with the aftermath of the heavy rains, the incident at the ITPI serves as a humorous yet poignant reminder of the challenges faced by urban planners in managing the&nbsp;infrastructure of the Indian capital.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The irony came hunting amid Delhi's incessant rains and the prey was found in the Indian capital-based Institute of Town Planners of India (ITPI) building. A viral video showing water being pumped out of the ITPI building in central Delhi has taken social media by storm.

The irony came hunting amid Delhi's incessant rains and the prey was found in the Indian capital-based Institute of Town Planners of India (ITPI) building. A viral video showing water being pumped out of the ITPI building in central Delhi has taken social media by storm. The ITPI, dedicated to the "economic, scientific, and artistic development of towns, cities, and rural areas in India," found itself struggling with waterlogging after a downpour on Wednesday (July 31). The sight of ankle-deep water inside a building focused on town planning has sparked amusement and criticism online in equal proportions. The news agency ANI shared the clip, showing a security guard using a hose to pump water out of the flooded premises. The video, which captures people wading through water inside the institute, quickly went viral, amassing nearly 2.4 million views on X within hours. "Delhi | Water is being pumped out as it enters the building of the Institute of Town Planners India. Delhi received heavy rainfall and the national capital is witnessing waterlogging issues at several places," read the caption accompanying the video. Also watch | Delhi: Rains lash Delhi-NCR killing 7, IMD warns of waterlogging × Social media users were quick to point out the irony. "Town planners! They can't even plan their own building; how will they build the infrastructure?" commented one user on X. Another echoed the sentiment, saying, "Even the office of Town Planners is affected by flooding. Imagine what will happen to other offices?" Adding to the chorus of amused reactions, one person wrote with a laughing face emoji, "Institute of town planners, pretty ironic ehh." View this post on Instagram A post shared by WION (@wionews) × "The people of Delhi are equally responsible. Rampant littering is one of biggest reasons for clogged drains thereby flooding," another user commented on Instagram. As Delhi continues to deal with the aftermath of the heavy rains, the incident at the ITPI serves as a humorous yet poignant reminder of the challenges faced by urban planners in managing the infrastructure of the Indian capital. (With inputs from agencies)

Video: Irony hunts down flooded Delhi town planning institute after incessant rains

<p>The Chinese netizens on the social media platforms were shocked when they found out about the “control freak” parents who landed in trouble after their adult daughter filed a complaint against them for installing a surveillance camera in her bedroom.</p>

<p>The story of the parents spying on their daughter emerged when the 20-year-old woman reached out to the Beijing police station for help on July 26.</p>

<p>The police officers were informed by the second-year university student that she had run away from her home because she “wanted freedom”.</p>

<p>The woman&nbsp;complained that a surveillance camera was installed by her parents in her bedroom and added that the couple would also beat her up and throw her mobile phone when she made any mistakes.</p>

<p>She added that because of their violent parenting she has been suffering from trauma. The 20-year-old&nbsp;said that she wished to find some part-time jobs in Beijing, save money and live independently without her parents.</p>

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<p>The woman&nbsp;said that she went to the police because she feared that her parents would file a missing complaint for her and “make a scene” so she wanted the police to be informed about the situation beforehand.</p>

<p>Police officer Zhang Chuanbin comforted the 20-year-old&nbsp;and agreed that the&nbsp;behaviour of her parents was wrong. He then reached out to the parents and said that they should give their daughter some space and respect her privacy.</p>

<p>Beijing police later added that the girl's parents agreed to remove the spy camera and the student went back to her home.</p>

<h2><strong>Here's how netizens reacted to the incident</strong></h2>

<p>The behaviour of the parents was widely criticised on social media.</p>

<p>“So horrible. Having no private space at all despite being 20,” said a person on Weibo.<br />
“Children are independent individuals, not parents’ belongings – some Chinese parents should keep this in mind,” wrote another.</p>

<p>“Even a prison respects people’s privacy more than this,” commented&nbsp;a third user. “She was brave to fight back, and wise to go to the police to avoid trouble,” wrote a fourth user.</p>

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<p>This is not the first case where Chinese parents have been caught installing surveillance cameras in the rooms of their children.</p>

<p>A mother was found to have installed a surveillance camera in the room of her son. When her son took the Gaokao University entrance exam, she thanked the camera for “accompanying my son for six years”.</p>

<p>A 14-year-old&nbsp;boy in&nbsp;China's&nbsp;Jiangsu&nbsp;complained to the police in 2019 against his father who wished to install a surveillance camera in his room, saying that he had “violated his privacy”.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The Chinese netizens on the social media platforms were shocked when they found out about the “control freak” parents who landed in trouble after their adult daughter filed a complaint against them for installing a surveillance camera in her bedroom.

The Chinese netizens on the social media platforms were shocked when they found out about the “control freak” parents who landed in trouble after their adult daughter filed a complaint against them for installing a surveillance camera in her bedroom. The story of the parents spying on their daughter emerged when the 20-year-old woman reached out to the Beijing police station for help on July 26. The police officers were informed by the second-year university student that she had run away from her home because she “wanted freedom”. The woman complained that a surveillance camera was installed by her parents in her bedroom and added that the couple would also beat her up and throw her mobile phone when she made any mistakes. She added that because of their violent parenting she has been suffering from trauma. The 20-year-old said that she wished to find some part-time jobs in Beijing, save money and live independently without her parents. Also Read: OpenAI cuts off China from ChatGPT and AI services The woman said that she went to the police because she feared that her parents would file a missing complaint for her and “make a scene” so she wanted the police to be informed about the situation beforehand. Police officer Zhang Chuanbin comforted the 20-year-old and agreed that the behaviour of her parents was wrong. He then reached out to the parents and said that they should give their daughter some space and respect her privacy. Beijing police later added that the girl's parents agreed to remove the spy camera and the student went back to her home. Here's how netizens reacted to the incident The behaviour of the parents was widely criticised on social media. “So horrible. Having no private space at all despite being 20,” said a person on Weibo. “Children are independent individuals, not parents’ belongings – some Chinese parents should keep this in mind,” wrote another. “Even a prison respects people’s privacy more than this,” commented a third user. “She was brave to fight back, and wise to go to the police to avoid trouble,” wrote a fourth user. Watch: China: Xi Jinping calls hi-tech 'smart system' to boost China's borders This is not the first case where Chinese parents have been caught installing surveillance cameras in the rooms of their children. A mother was found to have installed a surveillance camera in the room of her son. When her son took the Gaokao University entrance exam, she thanked the camera for “accompanying my son for six years”. A 14-year-old boy in China's Jiangsu complained to the police in 2019 against his father who wished to install a surveillance camera in his room, saying that he had “violated his privacy”. (With inputs from agencies)

Parents install spy camera in adult daughter's bedroom, student reports it to police

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:14,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1904}">A 54-year-old Indian-origin woman has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for stealing from over 1,000 shops across the UK and returning the stolen goods for over $641,507 (₹53.7 million or £500,000).</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:64,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1954}">She was identified as Narinder Kaur alias Nina Tiara, a prolific shoplifter from Cleverton, Wiltshire.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:96,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1986}">The woman was found guilty in March 2023 of 25 offences, including fraud, possessing and transferring criminal property, and perverting the course of justice.&nbsp;</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:148,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2038}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:148,&quot;w&quot;:362,&quot;h&quot;:24,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2038}">A thoroughly dishonest individual</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:192,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2082}">Narinder Kaur would carry out the theft and fraudulent returns all across the UK. As per the BBC, she targeted stores in&nbsp;Solihull, Worcester, Cheltenham, Malvern, Shrewsbury, Cardiff, Trowbridge, Reading, Yeovil, and more.</p>

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:273,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2163}">Between July 2015 and February 2019, Kaur deceived major retailers like Boots, Debenhams, Homebase, John Lewis, House of Fraser, Monsoon, M&amp;S, and TK Maxx, and carried out over a thousand fraudulent transactions.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:322,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2212}">Judge Ian Lawrie KC, at Gloucester Crown Court, described Kaur as a "thoroughly dishonest individual" while sentencing her in her absence.&nbsp;</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:375,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2265}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:375,&quot;w&quot;:699,&quot;h&quot;:24,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2265}">How did she manage to get away with fraud for such a long time?</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:419,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:51,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2309}">Prosecutors during her trial revealed that Kaur had devised a method to exploit high street stores by claiming refunds for items she had stolen. She would return an item, claim to have lost the receipt, and simultaneously purchase a low-value item to obtain a receipt for both, thus securing fraudulent refunds.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:485,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2375}">In addition to defrauding retailers, Kaur scammed eight firms of solicitors by instructing them to sue her brother and using stolen credit cards to pay compensation, which was then forwarded to her.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:534,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2424}">She also attempted to defraud the Wiltshire Council of $9,493 (£7,400) by overpaying with stolen credit cards and then requesting a refund, claiming a payment error.</p>

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:632,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2522}">Kaur's criminal activities were meticulously planned and executed. She would hire cars to avoid detection and even resorted to creating fake identities to open new bank accounts after her accounts were closed due to suspicions.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:681,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2571}">West Mercia Police fraud investigator Steve Tristram described the case as the most "planned" and "sophisticated" operation he had ever encountered.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:730,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2620}">"This lady was operating on an industrial scale. This was a full-time job for her, six days a week - eight or nine hours a day," he said.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:779,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2669}"><em bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:779,&quot;w&quot;:182,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2669}">(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A 54-year-old Indian-origin woman has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for stealing from over 1,000 shops across the UK and returning the stolen goods for over $641,507 (₹53.

A 54-year-old Indian-origin woman has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for stealing from over 1,000 shops across the UK and returning the stolen goods for over $641,507 (₹53.7 million or £500,000). She was identified as Narinder Kaur alias Nina Tiara, a prolific shoplifter from Cleverton, Wiltshire. The woman was found guilty in March 2023 of 25 offences, including fraud, possessing and transferring criminal property, and perverting the course of justice. A thoroughly dishonest individual Narinder Kaur would carry out the theft and fraudulent returns all across the UK. As per the BBC, she targeted stores in Solihull, Worcester, Cheltenham, Malvern, Shrewsbury, Cardiff, Trowbridge, Reading, Yeovil, and more. Also read | Kamala Harris dares Donald Trump to debate: 'Say it to my face!' Between July 2015 and February 2019, Kaur deceived major retailers like Boots, Debenhams, Homebase, John Lewis, House of Fraser, Monsoon, M&S, and TK Maxx, and carried out over a thousand fraudulent transactions. Judge Ian Lawrie KC, at Gloucester Crown Court, described Kaur as a "thoroughly dishonest individual" while sentencing her in her absence. How did she manage to get away with fraud for such a long time? Prosecutors during her trial revealed that Kaur had devised a method to exploit high street stores by claiming refunds for items she had stolen. She would return an item, claim to have lost the receipt, and simultaneously purchase a low-value item to obtain a receipt for both, thus securing fraudulent refunds. In addition to defrauding retailers, Kaur scammed eight firms of solicitors by instructing them to sue her brother and using stolen credit cards to pay compensation, which was then forwarded to her. She also attempted to defraud the Wiltshire Council of $9,493 (£7,400) by overpaying with stolen credit cards and then requesting a refund, claiming a payment error. Also read | Woman goes missing as her plan to die in 'suicide pod' lands in trouble. Is she dead or alive remains mystery Kaur's criminal activities were meticulously planned and executed. She would hire cars to avoid detection and even resorted to creating fake identities to open new bank accounts after her accounts were closed due to suspicions. West Mercia Police fraud investigator Steve Tristram described the case as the most "planned" and "sophisticated" operation he had ever encountered. "This lady was operating on an industrial scale. This was a full-time job for her, six days a week - eight or nine hours a day," he said. (With inputs from agencies)

How an Indian-origin woman ran a £500,000 'industrial scale' shoplifting scam across UK

<p>In a rare incident, a co-pilot of a Portugal-bound flight fainted mid-air on an EasyJet plane. The incident happened on July 27, when the flight was on way from London to Portugal.</p>

<p>The co-pilot was attended to by paramedics upon landing, according to reports. Later, the pilot was taken to Lisbon’s Santa Maria Hospital for treatment.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As soon as the medical incident occurred mid-air, a red alert was issued for the flight, which is a very rare safety alarm on the flight. A red alert incidentally calls for a mandatory halt of operations as a safety measure on a plane. Those embarking on the return journey to Luton were subsequently delayed by around three hours following the incident</p>

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<p>All 193 passengers on the plane landed safely and in line with the procedures, as reported by The Independent.</p>

<p>An easyJet spokesperson told The Independent, "easyJet can confirm that the flight EZY2459 from Luton to Lisbon was met by the paramedics upon landing due to a pilot member feeling unwell. The Captain landed the flight routinely in line with procedures, and passengers disembarked normally. At no point was the safety of the flight compromised. The safety and welfare of passengers and crew is EasyJet's highest priority."</p>

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<p>In a similar incident, when a pilot of a small aeroplane flying from Westchester, New York, suffered a medical emergency, a Connecticut woman onboard took control of the aircraft and attempted to land it safely. During the commotion, the plane crashed near the runway at Martha's Vineyard Airport in West Tisbury, Massachusetts.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The accident caused the left wing of the 2006 Piper Meridian to break into half, resulting in a terrifying experience for the passengers.</p>

<p>Emergency personnel arrived on the site and took charge of the situation promptly. The staff provided medical help to other passengers and the 79-year-old pilot was evacuated to a Boston hospital in critical condition. In contrast, the passenger was unharmed and underwent evaluation at Martha's Vineyard Hospital before being released.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


In a rare incident, a co-pilot of a Portugal-bound flight fainted mid-air on an EasyJet plane. The incident happened on July 27, when the flight was on way from London to Portugal.

In a rare incident, a co-pilot of a Portugal-bound flight fainted mid-air on an EasyJet plane. The incident happened on July 27, when the flight was on way from London to Portugal. The co-pilot was attended to by paramedics upon landing, according to reports. Later, the pilot was taken to Lisbon’s Santa Maria Hospital for treatment. As soon as the medical incident occurred mid-air, a red alert was issued for the flight, which is a very rare safety alarm on the flight. A red alert incidentally calls for a mandatory halt of operations as a safety measure on a plane. Those embarking on the return journey to Luton were subsequently delayed by around three hours following the incident Also Read | Pakistani content creator embraces South Indian look: Viral video All 193 passengers on the plane landed safely and in line with the procedures, as reported by The Independent. An easyJet spokesperson told The Independent, "easyJet can confirm that the flight EZY2459 from Luton to Lisbon was met by the paramedics upon landing due to a pilot member feeling unwell. The Captain landed the flight routinely in line with procedures, and passengers disembarked normally. At no point was the safety of the flight compromised. The safety and welfare of passengers and crew is EasyJet's highest priority." Also Read | Korean Air to stop serving hot cup noodles in some of its flights. Here is why In a similar incident, when a pilot of a small aeroplane flying from Westchester, New York, suffered a medical emergency, a Connecticut woman onboard took control of the aircraft and attempted to land it safely. During the commotion, the plane crashed near the runway at Martha's Vineyard Airport in West Tisbury, Massachusetts. The accident caused the left wing of the 2006 Piper Meridian to break into half, resulting in a terrifying experience for the passengers. Emergency personnel arrived on the site and took charge of the situation promptly. The staff provided medical help to other passengers and the 79-year-old pilot was evacuated to a Boston hospital in critical condition. In contrast, the passenger was unharmed and underwent evaluation at Martha's Vineyard Hospital before being released. (With inputs from agencies)

Co-pilot of Portugal-bound flight faints mid-air, prompting a rare red alert on plane carrying 193 passengers

<p>A Pakistani influencer shared a video on her Instagram account dressed in South Indian attire, which has since gone viral and&nbsp;gained over four million views.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Lahore-based content creator, Roma Arif, shared an Instagram reel of her wearing a traditional South Indian saree and blouse, along with jhumas, bindi, and braided hair with flowers. She used a trending Instagram reel song for the background music as she showed off&nbsp;her traditional outfit.</p>

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<p>"When you are obsessed with Tamil look," she wrote&nbsp;in the caption of her post.</p>

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<p>Arif has over&nbsp;126,000 followers on Instagram and gained popularity through her reels. Many people reacted to the video posted by her.</p>

<p>"She's definitely a Tamil girl," a user said.</p>

<p>"She is making me obsessed too over Tamil culture," another user commented.</p>

<p>The reel was also shared on X, where a user commented, "Pakistanis are now cosplaying as south Indians."</p>

<p>Arif also shared a video of her singing a popular Tamil song sung by Sai Abhyankkar and Sai Smriti on Instagram. While the video gained over 131,000 views, many users commented that her voice didn't suit the song.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/viral-video-shows-man-hitting-fellow-passenger-with-slipper-inside-delhi-metro-745969">Viral video shows man hitting fellow passenger with slipper inside Delhi Metro</a></strong></p>

<p>"Great control over your voice. But your voice didn't suit that song," a user commented.</p>

<p>Another user showed support, "You're so good at everything."</p>

<p>Recently, a video of a woman from East Africa's Djibouti went viral on social media in which she was dancing to a Coke Studio India song. The video was recorded at her Korean friend's wedding where she performed to&nbsp;surprise her friend.</p>

<p>"Why on Hindi song? Because it is the only type of music that gives the confidence to dance in front of that many people!" she wrote in the caption shared with the video on her Instagram account.</p>

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A Pakistani influencer shared a video on her Instagram account dressed in South Indian attire, which has since gone viral and gained over four million views. The Lahore-based content creator, Roma Arif, shared an Instagram reel of her wearing a traditional South Indian saree and blouse, along with jhumas, bindi, and braided hair with flowers.

A Pakistani influencer shared a video on her Instagram account dressed in South Indian attire, which has since gone viral and gained over four million views. The Lahore-based content creator, Roma Arif, shared an Instagram reel of her wearing a traditional South Indian saree and blouse, along with jhumas, bindi, and braided hair with flowers. She used a trending Instagram reel song for the background music as she showed off her traditional outfit. Also read | Is that Muttiah Muralitharan dancing to Vicky Kaushal's viral song Tauba Tauba? "When you are obsessed with Tamil look," she wrote in the caption of her post. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Roma Arif (@romaarif777) × Arif has over 126,000 followers on Instagram and gained popularity through her reels. Many people reacted to the video posted by her. "She's definitely a Tamil girl," a user said. "She is making me obsessed too over Tamil culture," another user commented. The reel was also shared on X, where a user commented, "Pakistanis are now cosplaying as south Indians." Arif also shared a video of her singing a popular Tamil song sung by Sai Abhyankkar and Sai Smriti on Instagram. While the video gained over 131,000 views, many users commented that her voice didn't suit the song. Also read | Viral video shows man hitting fellow passenger with slipper inside Delhi Metro "Great control over your voice. But your voice didn't suit that song," a user commented. Another user showed support, "You're so good at everything." Recently, a video of a woman from East Africa's Djibouti went viral on social media in which she was dancing to a Coke Studio India song. The video was recorded at her Korean friend's wedding where she performed to surprise her friend. "Why on Hindi song? Because it is the only type of music that gives the confidence to dance in front of that many people!" she wrote in the caption shared with the video on her Instagram account. (With inputs from agencies)

Pakistani content creator embraces South Indian look: Viral video

<p>Unidentified flying objects (UFOs) have remained a subject of mystery for the people as well as the scientists.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Their existence has till now not been confirmed but their sightings have always raised questions over the chances of the existence of aliens.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This time another UFO was sighted by some tourists in Spain, which left the netizens on the social media platforms stunned.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/after-god-americans-are-now-thanking-ufos-for-saving-trumps-life-in-assassination-attempt-744044">After God, Americans are now thanking UFOs for saving Trump's life in assassination attempt</a></p>

<p>The mysterious flying disc was spotted in the sky in Ibiza, Spain. A group of tourists, who were near the coastline of&nbsp;Spain, recorded a video of the suspected UFO.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">A tourist vacationing in Ibiza reported seeing a UFO flying across the sky during their trip. <a href="https://t.co/QqvJCYFUOx">pic.twitter.com/QqvJCYFUOx</a></p>
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<p>In the footage, a few people are seen sitting on what appears to be a cliff. In the bright sky, a strange object was seen hanging along with the moon. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>After seconds, the other object appeared to have vanished from the sky at Es Vedra island in Ibiza.</p>

<h2><strong>Here's how netizens reacted to the video shared on social media</strong></h2>

<p>The video of the UFO spotting was shared on X as well as on Instagram by the account "pubity" with the caption, “A tourist vacationing in Ibiza reported seeing a UFO flying across the sky during their trip. What would you do?”</p>

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<p>Reacting to the video, one of the user said, "I’ve seen one. It zipped off that fast. Yes I was sober. No I didn’t have a camera on my phone back then." Meanwhile, another user said that this might be just a drone.</p>

<p>"Wow the first UFO sighting outside of America," said a user.</p>

<p>“Bro that UFO took a pill in Ibiza,” wrote a user while another joked, “Aliens are tryna party with us.”</p>

<p>“This gotta be a promo for a movie. Shit was filmed like I’m watching Signs or something," a user said.</p>

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<p>“Not gonna lie I do believe these things only because it’s not new. There are documents of these sightings that are reported to look and behave exactly like this in places all over the world. Every UFO report is the same. A glowing lit-up orb that moves the same way. There are “hot spots” all over the world where it is sighted regularly/more often than other places,” wrote a user.</p>

<p>“Looks fake but Ibiza has a history of interesting things happening there. And Plato considered it an important location for humanity," another user said.&nbsp;</p>

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Unidentified flying objects (UFOs) have remained a subject of mystery for the people as well as the scientists. Their existence has till now not been confirmed but their sightings have always raised questions over the chances of the existence of aliens.

Unidentified flying objects (UFOs) have remained a subject of mystery for the people as well as the scientists. Their existence has till now not been confirmed but their sightings have always raised questions over the chances of the existence of aliens. This time another UFO was sighted by some tourists in Spain, which left the netizens on the social media platforms stunned. Also Read: After God, Americans are now thanking UFOs for saving Trump's life in assassination attempt The mysterious flying disc was spotted in the sky in Ibiza, Spain. A group of tourists, who were near the coastline of Spain, recorded a video of the suspected UFO. A tourist vacationing in Ibiza reported seeing a UFO flying across the sky during their trip. pic.twitter.com/QqvJCYFUOx — Vicky Verma (@Unexplained2020) July 29, 2024 × In the footage, a few people are seen sitting on what appears to be a cliff. In the bright sky, a strange object was seen hanging along with the moon. After seconds, the other object appeared to have vanished from the sky at Es Vedra island in Ibiza. Here's how netizens reacted to the video shared on social media The video of the UFO spotting was shared on X as well as on Instagram by the account "pubity" with the caption, “A tourist vacationing in Ibiza reported seeing a UFO flying across the sky during their trip. What would you do?” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pubity (@pubity) × Reacting to the video, one of the user said, "I’ve seen one. It zipped off that fast. Yes I was sober. No I didn’t have a camera on my phone back then." Meanwhile, another user said that this might be just a drone. "Wow the first UFO sighting outside of America," said a user. “Bro that UFO took a pill in Ibiza,” wrote a user while another joked, “Aliens are tryna party with us.” “This gotta be a promo for a movie. Shit was filmed like I’m watching Signs or something," a user said. Watch: Peru's 'Alien Mummies' under fresh scrutiny “Not gonna lie I do believe these things only because it’s not new. There are documents of these sightings that are reported to look and behave exactly like this in places all over the world. Every UFO report is the same. A glowing lit-up orb that moves the same way. There are “hot spots” all over the world where it is sighted regularly/more often than other places,” wrote a user. “Looks fake but Ibiza has a history of interesting things happening there. And Plato considered it an important location for humanity," another user said. (With inputs from agencies)

UFO hovering in Spain? Tourists spot mysterious disc flying for seconds in sky

The breathtaking northern lights dazzled in the night skies of the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia as social media platforms were flooded with mesmerising images.

The breathtaking northern lights dazzled in the night skies of the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia as social media platforms were flooded with mesmerising images. A “strong geomagnetic storm watch" was earlier issued by the Space Weather Prediction Center of the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) for July 29-31. Meanwhile, Australia also witnessed a dazzling display of southern lights in the skies after the powerful geomagnetic storm and more spectacular auroras are expected tonight. Australia’s Bureau of Meteorology stated that geomagnetic activity can lead to the sparkling of auroras in the skies of Australia's southern states from July 29 to 31. Also Read: Earth witnessed never-ever-seen 'polar rain' aurora. Here's how this eerie glow was formed “Several coronal mass ejections may impact Earth within the next 24 hours, possibly causing G1 and G2 geomagnetic storming with a slight chance for G3,” stated the agency. “If geomagnetic activity does eventuate, aurora may be visible during local nighttime hours in Tasmania and southern Victoria on July 31," it added. The NOAA said that solar activity peaked on Tuesday (Jul 30) as the Sun released solar flares and coronal mass ejections which hit the Earth and caused the auroras. Because of this, the auroras were visible as far south as Oregon and Illinois in the United States and also created aurora australis in the southern hemisphere. Here's how netizens reacted to the auroras Australian Minister Julie Collins posted a picture of the glowing aurora on X. “Even the aurora australis last night turned out in green and gold for our Olympians!” wrote Collins. Auroras were also seen in the skies of Australia on August 1, said the bureau, but at a “reduced probability”. “Amazing! #Aurora has dropped as far south as Wyoming, USA during this ongoing #solarstorm! This is an auspicious start to the multiple storm train we are expecting over the next few days," said a Space Weather Physicist. Watch: Stuck in space for 52 days, no way home for astronauts; Helium leaks delaying return “Absolutely beautiful," one user wrote. “Wow!! Where in Colorado are you? We’re in Boulder hoping to see them," another user said. “Starting to show here in NorCal too! Mid-lats woohoooo," a user wrote. “Caught this over Lake Ontario in Baker NY with an iPhone 14 Pro, 30sec exposure and a tripod," another user said. Check out the mesmerising aurora borealis which sparkled in the skies Even the Aurora Australis last night turned out in Green and Gold for our Olympians! Can anyone guess where in Franklin this photo was taken? pic.twitter.com/RemU2DUS37 — Julie Collins (@JulieCollinsMP) July 30, 2024 × View this post on Instagram A post shared by Gill Dayton/Tasmania/Australia (@tassieapplespice) × View this post on Instagram A post shared by Michael Eastwell (@michaeleastwell) × Last night in Northern Cali!! We got freakin Aurora! 🤩🤯 pic.twitter.com/eDo5REEC61 — KRL (@KennethLerose) July 31, 2024 × #Colorado Checking in!!#aurora #auroraborealis #COWX @TamithaSkov @SNHWx @AuroraNotify @TweetAurora pic.twitter.com/NVJe18Bk8w — Sarah Marie (@sarahmarie787) July 30, 2024 × Again 😍😍#Aurora #AuroraAsutralisTasmania pic.twitter.com/uTQ7HM3pRk — cocomo (@SultanM45488238) July 30, 2024 × Quebec getting a good #Aurora show tonight so far - images from the live cam! #northernlights #auroraborealis @TamithaSkov pic.twitter.com/Z6702O9wDc — Steve Luther Night Sky Chaser 📸🌌🌅🌄🌈🪐 (@skyvistaphoto) July 30, 2024 × July 30th - Another set of Aurora Shots from Last nights beautiful G1 KP5 show shortly after midnight in Labrador City, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. Bit of the glow from the minesite behind the hills showing up. #nlwx #nlastro #northernlights #Auroraborealis #aurora… pic.twitter.com/x0HfCyv1Id — Keith Fitzpatrick 📷 (@KeithFitz81) July 30, 2024 × (With inputs from agencies)

Auroras dazzle skies of Australia, US and the UK after powerful solar storms slam Earth

<p>French President Emmanuel Macron landed in another controversy after he was caught kissing and embracing Sports Minister Amélie Oudéa-Castéra amid the 2024 Paris Olympic Games which raised many eyebrows and sent media into a frenzy.</p>

<p>The awkward photos of touchy moments between Macron and Oudéa-Castéra were all over the internet as some even said that it appeared like the affectionate display of a lover’s embrace.</p>

<p>In the controversial photo, the 46-year-old president was seen tightly holding the minister's arm - who was a former professional tennis player and is now holding the portfolio of minister of sports.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/macron-rejects-leftist-coalitions-pm-proposal-to-maintain-government-during-paris-olympics-743657">Macron rejects leftist coalition's PM proposal, to maintain government during Paris Olympics</a></p>

<p>In turn, Oudéa-Castéra is seen tightly clutching the bicep of the Macron with one hand and affectionately kissing him on the other side of the neck.</p>

<h2><strong>Here's how netizens reacted to Macron's controversial photo</strong></h2>

<p>Many netizens pointed out that the cringe factor of the photo was Prime Minister Gabriel Attal standing next to them but looking in a different direction, which many suggested was a conscious decision by the latter to avert his gaze from the public display of affection.</p>

<p>“Gabriel Attal, he pretends to look elsewhere! He doesn’t know where to stand!” said one user. “It’s my lover that I’m kissing like this. Embarrassing,” wrote another.</p>

<p>“I find this photo indecent, it’s not worthy of a president and a minister," said a user.</p>

<p>French magazine&nbsp;Madame Figaro brought peoples' attention to the weird photo and called it a “strange” kiss while claiming Oudéa-Castéra knows how to draw attention to herself.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;France: Amid Olympic fever, far-left slams Macron over Government formation</strong></p>

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<p>Earlier this month, the sports minister took a dip in the Seine River to ensure that it was safe for the athletes. In many waterways, E.coli levels are known to be high which was a cause of concern as several events were to be held during the Olympics.</p>

<p>On Sunday (Jul 28), a pre-race triathlon event had to be cancelled due to concerns raised about the water quality.</p>

<p>In January, Oudéa-Castéra was given the position of education minister by Macron, however, she was removed from her position in less than a month after it was found that her children were studying at posh private schools and the minister was also found making disparaging remarks about public schools.</p>

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French President Emmanuel Macron landed in another controversy after he was caught kissing and embracing Sports Minister Amélie Oudéa-Castéra amid the 2024 Paris Olympic Games which raised many eyebrows and sent media into a frenzy.

French President Emmanuel Macron landed in another controversy after he was caught kissing and embracing Sports Minister Amélie Oudéa-Castéra amid the 2024 Paris Olympic Games which raised many eyebrows and sent media into a frenzy. The awkward photos of touchy moments between Macron and Oudéa-Castéra were all over the internet as some even said that it appeared like the affectionate display of a lover’s embrace. In the controversial photo, the 46-year-old president was seen tightly holding the minister's arm - who was a former professional tennis player and is now holding the portfolio of minister of sports. Also Read: Macron rejects leftist coalition's PM proposal, to maintain government during Paris Olympics In turn, Oudéa-Castéra is seen tightly clutching the bicep of the Macron with one hand and affectionately kissing him on the other side of the neck. Here's how netizens reacted to Macron's controversial photo Many netizens pointed out that the cringe factor of the photo was Prime Minister Gabriel Attal standing next to them but looking in a different direction, which many suggested was a conscious decision by the latter to avert his gaze from the public display of affection. “Gabriel Attal, he pretends to look elsewhere! He doesn’t know where to stand!” said one user. “It’s my lover that I’m kissing like this. Embarrassing,” wrote another. “I find this photo indecent, it’s not worthy of a president and a minister," said a user. French magazine Madame Figaro brought peoples' attention to the weird photo and called it a “strange” kiss while claiming Oudéa-Castéra knows how to draw attention to herself. Watch: France: Amid Olympic fever, far-left slams Macron over Government formation Earlier this month, the sports minister took a dip in the Seine River to ensure that it was safe for the athletes. In many waterways, E.coli levels are known to be high which was a cause of concern as several events were to be held during the Olympics. On Sunday (Jul 28), a pre-race triathlon event had to be cancelled due to concerns raised about the water quality. In January, Oudéa-Castéra was given the position of education minister by Macron, however, she was removed from her position in less than a month after it was found that her children were studying at posh private schools and the minister was also found making disparaging remarks about public schools. (With inputs from agencies)

Macron's intimate kiss and hug with sports minister at Olympics causes stir, netizens call it 'indecent'

<p>An American woman went missing after she was declared an unfit candidate for euthanasia which jeopardised her plan to become the first person to die in the 'suicide capsule', as per the company which has created the innovative device.</p>

<p>The 55-year-old woman, who was called as Person X, was travelling to Switzerland to use the 'Sarco' pod - a machine which has been designed in a way that the occupant&nbsp;on their own will push a button and lead to their own death.</p>

<p>However,&nbsp;the machine's inventor Dr Philip Nitschke said that her death which was planned on July 17 has now been 'aborted' after they found that she was suffering from "deteriorating mental health".</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/camera-captures-man-jumping-off-atal-setu-bridge-to-end-his-life-in-mumbai-744068">Camera captures man jumping off Atal Setu bridge in Mumbai to end his life</a></p>

<p>After the woman was denied the use of the 'suicide pod', she disappeared in mid-July and the company has not been able to reach out to her, said Dr Nitschke's firm Exit International.</p>

<p>Zurich Cantonal Police reported her disappearance on July 30 (Tuesday), reported&nbsp;MailOnline.</p>

<h2><strong>Dr Death says woman seeking suicide assistance was depressed</strong></h2>

<p>Speaking about the decision which denied her the use of "suicide pod", Dr Nitschke said, "Given her situation, it is clear that this is a person who should now be receiving mental health care, rather than any suicide assistance."</p>

<p>The 'suicide pod', which is called Sarco - short for sarcophagus, is aimed at allowing the euthanasia patient to press a button and kill themselves "within seconds", as per Exit International.</p>

<p>In the pod, the nitrogen gas gets filled to starve the occupant of oxygen which renders the patient unconscious before they get killed.</p>

<p>"It was clear from statements attributed to the woman over the past weeks that she had become seriously mentally disturbed," said Dr Nitschke.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Controversial pod triggers debate: Capsules potential use sparks legal &amp; ethical debates</strong></p>

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<p>"We have tried all avenues to make contact, but we have so far failed to locate the woman," he added.</p>

<p>Dr Nitschke, who has been called 'Dr Death', has started pre-screening the next person who is likely to use the device.</p>

<p>"Death takes place through hypoxia and hypocapnia, oxygen and carbon dioxide deprivation, respectively. There is no panic, no choking," explained Dr Nitschke.</p>

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<p><a href="https://support.google.com/websearch/answer/11181469"><strong><em>Get help &amp; support for suicide</em></strong></a></p>

<p><em>If you or someone you know wants help for mental well-being, don't hesitate to talk to a professional. You can contact local authorities and also encourage the person to contact a&nbsp;suicide prevention hotline&nbsp;using the information above link.&nbsp;WION is not associated with any of these organisations and does not make any recommendations.&nbsp;</em></p>


An American woman went missing after she was declared an unfit candidate for euthanasia which jeopardised her plan to become the first person to die in the 'suicide capsule', as per the company which has created the innovative device.

An American woman went missing after she was declared an unfit candidate for euthanasia which jeopardised her plan to become the first person to die in the 'suicide capsule', as per the company which has created the innovative device. The 55-year-old woman, who was called as Person X, was travelling to Switzerland to use the 'Sarco' pod - a machine which has been designed in a way that the occupant on their own will push a button and lead to their own death. However, the machine's inventor Dr Philip Nitschke said that her death which was planned on July 17 has now been 'aborted' after they found that she was suffering from "deteriorating mental health". Also Read: Camera captures man jumping off Atal Setu bridge in Mumbai to end his life After the woman was denied the use of the 'suicide pod', she disappeared in mid-July and the company has not been able to reach out to her, said Dr Nitschke's firm Exit International. Zurich Cantonal Police reported her disappearance on July 30 (Tuesday), reported MailOnline. Dr Death says woman seeking suicide assistance was depressed Speaking about the decision which denied her the use of "suicide pod", Dr Nitschke said, "Given her situation, it is clear that this is a person who should now be receiving mental health care, rather than any suicide assistance." The 'suicide pod', which is called Sarco - short for sarcophagus, is aimed at allowing the euthanasia patient to press a button and kill themselves "within seconds", as per Exit International. In the pod, the nitrogen gas gets filled to starve the occupant of oxygen which renders the patient unconscious before they get killed. "It was clear from statements attributed to the woman over the past weeks that she had become seriously mentally disturbed," said Dr Nitschke. Watch: Controversial pod triggers debate: Capsules potential use sparks legal & ethical debates "We have tried all avenues to make contact, but we have so far failed to locate the woman," he added. Dr Nitschke, who has been called 'Dr Death', has started pre-screening the next person who is likely to use the device. "Death takes place through hypoxia and hypocapnia, oxygen and carbon dioxide deprivation, respectively. There is no panic, no choking," explained Dr Nitschke. (With inputs from agencies) Get help & support for suicide If you or someone you know wants help for mental well-being, don't hesitate to talk to a professional. You can contact local authorities and also encourage the person to contact a suicide prevention hotline using the information above link. WION is not associated with any of these organisations and does not make any recommendations.