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Texan man, Paul Alexander, who endured a staggering seven decades confined to an iron lung following his childhood survival of polio, passed away at the age of 78, as announced by his family.

On Monday (March 11), Philip Alexander, Paul's brother, shared the sombre news on Facebook without specifying the cause of death.

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In a poignant reflection posted on Tuesday, Philip expressed the profound honour of being a part of Paul's remarkable life.

Acknowledging Paul's widespread impact, Philip noted that his brother had touched and inspired millions of people, emphasising the sincerity of this sentiment.

Paul Alexander's journey with the iron lung began at the tender age of six in 1952, a consequence of contracting polio, a once-deadly disease that annually paralysed tens of thousands of children. The iron lung, a full-body metal cylinder, utilised pressure to facilitate air intake for breathing.

Despite the physical challenges posed by the iron lung, Paul managed to achieve extraordinary milestones in life. He successfully graduated from law school, passed the bar, and pursued a career in law. Additionally, Paul explored all continents, demonstrating his resilience and adventurous spirit.

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Philip fondly recalled Paul's charismatic presence, describing him as someone who effortlessly commanded attention. A lover of life's pleasures, Paul had a penchant for good food, wine, engaging conversations, learning, and laughter, as playfully highlighted by his brother.

Tragically, Paul Alexander contracted COVID-19 in February, leading to his hospitalisation. The illness left him in a weakened and dehydrated state, as revealed by a spokesperson on TikTok, where Paul had amassed a substantial following of over 300,000 individuals.

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Texan man, Paul Alexander, who endured a staggering seven decades confined to an iron lung following his childhood survival of polio, passed away at the age of 78, as announced by his family.

Texan man, Paul Alexander, who endured a staggering seven decades confined to an iron lung following his childhood survival of polio, passed away at the age of 78, as announced by his family. On Monday (March 11), Philip Alexander, Paul's brother, shared the sombre news on Facebook without specifying the cause of death. Also read: Employees at US wildlife centre wear red fox masks to take care of abandoned kit In a poignant reflection posted on Tuesday, Philip expressed the profound honour of being a part of Paul's remarkable life. Acknowledging Paul's widespread impact, Philip noted that his brother had touched and inspired millions of people, emphasising the sincerity of this sentiment. Paul Alexander's journey with the iron lung began at the tender age of six in 1952, a consequence of contracting polio, a once-deadly disease that annually paralysed tens of thousands of children. The iron lung, a full-body metal cylinder, utilised pressure to facilitate air intake for breathing. Despite the physical challenges posed by the iron lung, Paul managed to achieve extraordinary milestones in life. He successfully graduated from law school, passed the bar, and pursued a career in law. Additionally, Paul explored all continents, demonstrating his resilience and adventurous spirit. Also read: Rats swarming New Orleans Police HQ, getting high on marijuana in evidence room: Police chief Philip fondly recalled Paul's charismatic presence, describing him as someone who effortlessly commanded attention. A lover of life's pleasures, Paul had a penchant for good food, wine, engaging conversations, learning, and laughter, as playfully highlighted by his brother. Tragically, Paul Alexander contracted COVID-19 in February, leading to his hospitalisation. The illness left him in a weakened and dehydrated state, as revealed by a spokesperson on TikTok, where Paul had amassed a substantial following of over 300,000 individuals. (With inputs from agencies)

Paul Alexander, who lived in an iron lung for 70 years, dies at 78

Richmond Wildlife Center employees in Virginia, US, have gone the extra mile to take care of an abandoned newborn red fox. They are feeding the female kit wearing a fox mask, which is a unique way of making sure that she doesn't get too attached to humans.&nbsp;

The centre's founder Melissa Stanley shared a video which showed her feeding milk to the baby fox while wearing the mask in an attempt to prevent imprinting.&nbsp;

Stanley said that the kit sits on top of a large stuffed animal fox, which is supposed to look like her mother. She was feeding the kit with the help of a syringe.&nbsp;

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"It's important to make sure that the orphans that are raised in captivity do not become imprinted upon or habituated to humans," the centre said in a Facebook post Tuesday.&nbsp;

"To prevent that, we minimise human sounds, create visual barriers, reduce handling, reduce multiple transfers amongst different facilities, and wear masks for the species," the update said.&nbsp;

The wildlife centre has been following the necessary measures because the kit will likely be reintroduced into the wild someday.&nbsp;

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As reported by the news agency The Associated Press, Stanley said in an interview Tuesday that the kit was admitted to the centre on February 29 after a man walking his dog found her in an alley in Richmond.&nbsp;

The man thought she was a kitten, hence, he turned her over to the Richmond Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. She was less than 24 hours old and her umbilical stump was still attached.&nbsp;

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When she was admitted, the staff at the wildlife centre tried to reunite the kit with her&nbsp;family and they tried to locate her mother and her den site.&nbsp;

They found the den site but were told by the grounds superintendent that the foxes had been trapped and removed.&nbsp;

The wildlife centre's founder Stanley said she suspects the fox kit either fell out of a trap or off the back of the trapper’s truck.&nbsp;

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Richmond Wildlife Center employees in Virginia, US, have gone the extra mile to take care of an abandoned newborn red fox. They are feeding the female kit wearing a fox mask, which is a unique way of making sure that she doesn't get too attached to humans.

Richmond Wildlife Center employees in Virginia, US, have gone the extra mile to take care of an abandoned newborn red fox. They are feeding the female kit wearing a fox mask, which is a unique way of making sure that she doesn't get too attached to humans. The centre's founder Melissa Stanley shared a video which showed her feeding milk to the baby fox while wearing the mask in an attempt to prevent imprinting. Stanley said that the kit sits on top of a large stuffed animal fox, which is supposed to look like her mother. She was feeding the kit with the help of a syringe. Also read: Rats swarming New Orleans Police HQ, getting high on marijuana in evidence room: Police chief "It's important to make sure that the orphans that are raised in captivity do not become imprinted upon or habituated to humans," the centre said in a Facebook post Tuesday. "To prevent that, we minimise human sounds, create visual barriers, reduce handling, reduce multiple transfers amongst different facilities, and wear masks for the species," the update said. The wildlife centre has been following the necessary measures because the kit will likely be reintroduced into the wild someday. 🦊 Employees of the Richmond Wildlife Center are doing their best to act like mother foxes in interactions with an orphaned kit In a video posted to the center’s Facebook page, Executive Director is shown wearing a red fox mask while feeding the kit from a syringe. pic.twitter.com/lD2T3ZARqd — NoComment (@nocomment) March 13, 2024 × As reported by the news agency The Associated Press, Stanley said in an interview Tuesday that the kit was admitted to the centre on February 29 after a man walking his dog found her in an alley in Richmond. The man thought she was a kitten, hence, he turned her over to the Richmond Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. She was less than 24 hours old and her umbilical stump was still attached. Also read: Japanese city warns residents against touching cat which fell in toxic chemical tank When she was admitted, the staff at the wildlife centre tried to reunite the kit with her family and they tried to locate her mother and her den site. They found the den site but were told by the grounds superintendent that the foxes had been trapped and removed. The wildlife centre's founder Stanley said she suspects the fox kit either fell out of a trap or off the back of the trapper’s truck. (With inputs from agencies)

WATCH: Employees at US wildlife centre wear red fox masks to take care of abandoned kit

Billionaire mining magnate Clive Palmer has rekindled plans for his Titanic II project, promising to construct a vessel far, far superior than the original.

Palmer revealed his vision at a press event held at the Sydney Opera House, unveiling designs for a to-scale replica of the ill-fated ocean liner.

While Palmer assured journalists in a press release that his company, Blue Star Line, would create "the ship of love and the ultimate in style and luxury," Palmer acknowledged he hadn’t yet secured a shipyard.

Nearly a decade ago, Palmer announced a similar Titanic II dream at London's Ritz Hotel, insisting it was neither a hoax nor a publicity stunt.

Since then, Palmer has navigated a term as a federal MP, deregistered and resurrected a political party, and invested millions in legal battles, tourism endeavors and costly election campaigns. The Titanic II project, initially suspended in 2015 due to a payment dispute, was re-announced in 2018 with a proposed 2022 sail date.

Blaming COVID-19 for delays, Palmer, who turns 70 this month, expressed confidence in securing a shipyard for construction to begin in early 2023. The maiden voyage from Southampton to New York, replicating the original's ill-fated 1912 journey, is scheduled for June 2027.

Palmer emphasised his commitment this time, citing increased financial resources, and announced tenders for construction in June, with contracts signed by December. He estimated the 56,000-tonne ship's cost between $500 million and $1 billion, with support from companies like the Finnish-based Deltamarin.

Though no tangible ship was presented, journalists were treated to a five-minute video featuring detailed 3D renders of all nine decks of the proposed Titanic II.

Palmer asserted that the vessel would replicate the original's interiors and cabin layout, including iconic features like a ballroom, swimming pool, and Turkish baths.

Palmer, drawing parallels to the love story of Jack and Rose from James Cameron's 1997 film, hopes Titanic II will serve as a catalyst for reinvigorating values and promoting peace.

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Billionaire mining magnate Clive Palmer has rekindled plans for his Titanic II project, promising to construct a vessel far, far superior than the original. Palmer revealed his vision at a press event held at the Sydney Opera House, unveiling designs for a to-scale replica of the ill-fated ocean liner.

Billionaire mining magnate Clive Palmer has rekindled plans for his Titanic II project, promising to construct a vessel far, far superior than the original. Palmer revealed his vision at a press event held at the Sydney Opera House, unveiling designs for a to-scale replica of the ill-fated ocean liner. While Palmer assured journalists in a press release that his company, Blue Star Line, would create "the ship of love and the ultimate in style and luxury," Palmer acknowledged he hadn’t yet secured a shipyard. Nearly a decade ago, Palmer announced a similar Titanic II dream at London's Ritz Hotel, insisting it was neither a hoax nor a publicity stunt. Since then, Palmer has navigated a term as a federal MP, deregistered and resurrected a political party, and invested millions in legal battles, tourism endeavors and costly election campaigns. The Titanic II project, initially suspended in 2015 due to a payment dispute, was re-announced in 2018 with a proposed 2022 sail date. Blaming COVID-19 for delays, Palmer, who turns 70 this month, expressed confidence in securing a shipyard for construction to begin in early 2023. The maiden voyage from Southampton to New York, replicating the original's ill-fated 1912 journey, is scheduled for June 2027. Palmer emphasised his commitment this time, citing increased financial resources, and announced tenders for construction in June, with contracts signed by December. He estimated the 56,000-tonne ship's cost between $500 million and $1 billion, with support from companies like the Finnish-based Deltamarin. Though no tangible ship was presented, journalists were treated to a five-minute video featuring detailed 3D renders of all nine decks of the proposed Titanic II. Palmer asserted that the vessel would replicate the original's interiors and cabin layout, including iconic features like a ballroom, swimming pool, and Turkish baths. Palmer, drawing parallels to the love story of Jack and Rose from James Cameron's 1997 film, hopes Titanic II will serve as a catalyst for reinvigorating values and promoting peace. (With inputs from agencies)

Clive Palmer revives Titanic II plans a decade after initial announcement

In a stunning discovery, the researchers recently found a 4,000-year-old lipstick which is believed to be the world's oldest known lipstick, or lip paint.&nbsp;

The lipstick was a small, ornate stone vial filled with a deep red paste and was found in southeastern Iran.

"We hypothesise a lip paint, rather than a solid lipstick because we have no certain idea about the original consistency or fluidity of the cosmetic substance," said Massimo Vidale, one of the lead researchers of the study in a statement, while speaking to ABC News.&nbsp;

<h2>Where did the researchers first discover this ancient lipstick?</h2>

The artefact, which belongs to the Bronze Age and dates back to between 1936 BC&nbsp;and 1687 BC, was first found in 2001 by researchers after ancient graveyards were unearthed in a flood, as per the study published in the journal Scientific Reports in February.

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According to the study, the 2001 flooding in the Halil River Valley, Iran, revealed the Bronze Age Marhasi civilisation's ancient ruins. The civilisation is believed to have consisted of "powerful" people who thrived along with Mesopotamia.&nbsp;

The researchers informed that the ancient lipstick vial along with jewellery, weapons, and finely crafted ceramics was recovered by Iranian officials from the artefacts looted from the ruins and later sold in antique markets.&nbsp;

"A small chlorite vial, discovered among numerous artefacts looted and recovered in the Jiroft region of Kerman province contains a deep red cosmetic preparation that is likely a lip-colouring paint or paste," said researchers&nbsp;in the study.

The vial was kept as part of the Jiroft Archaeological Museum's collection in Iran before researchers from the Italian University of Padua, the Iranian University of Tehran, and the International Association for Mediterranean and Oriental Studies in Rome analysed it.&nbsp;

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As per the study, the hand-carved stone vial is nearly two inches tall by three-quarters of an inch wide which is a little smaller than modern-day lipsticks.&nbsp;

The study's most notable finding is that the mineral components present in the lipstick artefact "[bear] a striking resemblance to the recipes of contemporary lipsticks," as per the researchers.

After scanning an electron microscope, the researchers found that the ingredients in the vial included hematite, darkened with manganite and braunite, and traces of galena and anglesite, mixed with vegetal waxes and other organic substances, as per Vidale, who further emphasised that if all of it is&nbsp;"combined it is exactly what one would expect in a modern lipstick."

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In a stunning discovery, the researchers recently found a 4,000-year-old lipstick which is believed to be the world's oldest known lipstick, or lip paint. The lipstick was a small, ornate stone vial filled with a deep red paste and was found in southeastern Iran.

In a stunning discovery, the researchers recently found a 4,000-year-old lipstick which is believed to be the world's oldest known lipstick, or lip paint. The lipstick was a small, ornate stone vial filled with a deep red paste and was found in southeastern Iran. "We hypothesise a lip paint, rather than a solid lipstick because we have no certain idea about the original consistency or fluidity of the cosmetic substance," said Massimo Vidale, one of the lead researchers of the study in a statement, while speaking to ABC News. Where did the researchers first discover this ancient lipstick? The artefact, which belongs to the Bronze Age and dates back to between 1936 BC and 1687 BC, was first found in 2001 by researchers after ancient graveyards were unearthed in a flood, as per the study published in the journal Scientific Reports in February. Also Read: Scientists make stunning discovery of fossil belonging to 240 million-year-old 'dragon' According to the study, the 2001 flooding in the Halil River Valley, Iran, revealed the Bronze Age Marhasi civilisation's ancient ruins. The civilisation is believed to have consisted of "powerful" people who thrived along with Mesopotamia. The researchers informed that the ancient lipstick vial along with jewellery, weapons, and finely crafted ceramics was recovered by Iranian officials from the artefacts looted from the ruins and later sold in antique markets. "A small chlorite vial, discovered among numerous artefacts looted and recovered in the Jiroft region of Kerman province contains a deep red cosmetic preparation that is likely a lip-colouring paint or paste," said researchers in the study. The vial was kept as part of the Jiroft Archaeological Museum's collection in Iran before researchers from the Italian University of Padua, the Iranian University of Tehran, and the International Association for Mediterranean and Oriental Studies in Rome analysed it. Watch: Archaeologists excavate mankind's earliest dated cave paintings As per the study, the hand-carved stone vial is nearly two inches tall by three-quarters of an inch wide which is a little smaller than modern-day lipsticks. The study's most notable finding is that the mineral components present in the lipstick artefact "[bear] a striking resemblance to the recipes of contemporary lipsticks," as per the researchers. After scanning an electron microscope, the researchers found that the ingredients in the vial included hematite, darkened with manganite and braunite, and traces of galena and anglesite, mixed with vegetal waxes and other organic substances, as per Vidale, who further emphasised that if all of it is "combined it is exactly what one would expect in a modern lipstick." (With inputs from agencies)

World's oldest lipstick found in Iran. It dates back to Bronze Age

On a hill in Wales, United Kingdom, the appearance of a mysterious towering Toblerone-shaped steel monolith has baffled locals, leaving them scratching their heads. Standing tall at 10 feet (3.05 metres), this peculiar structure has locals in the Hay-on-Wye region wondering if aliens are behind it or if it's just another artistic stunt.

<h2>Conspiracy theories galore</h2>

The finding sparked chatter on social media, with some speculating that these monoliths were extraterrestrial in origin, while others believed they were clever, elaborate art installations.&nbsp;

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Richard Haynes, who stumbled upon the latest monolith while out for a run, initially thought it might be some kind of "scientific media research thing".

"I went off towards Hay Bluff towards where the trig point is and I looked over to my right. I thought it looked a bit bizarre and might be a scientific media research thing collecting rainwater," he said.

However, upon closer inspection, he realized it was too strange and tall for that.&nbsp;

"But then I realised it was way too tall and strange for that. Then I went up to it and it was about 10-foot-tall at least and triangular, definitely stainless steel. It was hollow and I imagine pretty light. Light enough for two people to carry it up and plant it in the ground," said Richard, who runs the route often and has not seen the monolith before.

<h2>A tale known</h2>

Similar monolith sightings have occurred across the UK and the US, with a flurry of reports in 2020. Places like Compton Beach on the Isle of Wight and the Merry Maidens stone circle in Cornwall became hotspots for TikTokers and Instagrammers hoping to catch the viral wave.

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One monolith reportedly boldly declared, "Not Banksy",&nbsp;adding to the mystery.

As per Wales Online, despite their whimsical appearance, these monoliths have faced criticism for their environmental impact. These monoliths appear and disappear after a few days, adding to their mystique.&nbsp;

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On a hill in Wales, United Kingdom, the appearance of a mysterious towering Toblerone-shaped steel monolith has baffled locals, leaving them scratching their heads.

On a hill in Wales, United Kingdom, the appearance of a mysterious towering Toblerone-shaped steel monolith has baffled locals, leaving them scratching their heads. Standing tall at 10 feet (3.05 metres), this peculiar structure has locals in the Hay-on-Wye region wondering if aliens are behind it or if it's just another artistic stunt. Conspiracy theories galore The finding sparked chatter on social media, with some speculating that these monoliths were extraterrestrial in origin, while others believed they were clever, elaborate art installations. Also read | Woman uses AI to 'chat' with dead mother, gets 'spooky' results as responses felt too real Richard Haynes, who stumbled upon the latest monolith while out for a run, initially thought it might be some kind of "scientific media research thing". "I went off towards Hay Bluff towards where the trig point is and I looked over to my right. I thought it looked a bit bizarre and might be a scientific media research thing collecting rainwater," he said. However, upon closer inspection, he realized it was too strange and tall for that. "But then I realised it was way too tall and strange for that. Then I went up to it and it was about 10-foot-tall at least and triangular, definitely stainless steel. It was hollow and I imagine pretty light. Light enough for two people to carry it up and plant it in the ground," said Richard, who runs the route often and has not seen the monolith before. A tale known Similar monolith sightings have occurred across the UK and the US, with a flurry of reports in 2020. Places like Compton Beach on the Isle of Wight and the Merry Maidens stone circle in Cornwall became hotspots for TikTokers and Instagrammers hoping to catch the viral wave. Also read | Elon Musk accused of using charity foundation for serving tax breaks and self-interests One monolith reportedly boldly declared, "Not Banksy", adding to the mystery. As per Wales Online, despite their whimsical appearance, these monoliths have faced criticism for their environmental impact. These monoliths appear and disappear after a few days, adding to their mystique. (With inputs from agencies)

Alien art or earthly stunt? Mysterious Toblerone-shaped monolith appears in Wales, baffling locals

Doctors got a nasty surprise when a man, who had visited the hospital complaining about migraines, was found to have an infestation of parasitic worms in his brain.

Doctors got a nasty surprise when a man, who had visited the hospital complaining about migraines, was found to have an infestation of parasitic worms in his brain. It was found that the 52-year-old man was infected with Taenia solium's larvae, which is a tapeworm that generally infects pigs. The parasite can also infect people who consume uncooked or partially cooked pork or the poop which contains the eggs of the worm. As reported by the New York Post, the man sought medical help after an increase in the frequency of his aggressive headaches in the past four months. In the scans, it was revealed that he had multiple cysts on both sides of his brain which eventually were found to be pork tapeworm eggs. Also Read: South Korea orders striking doctors back to work as emergency units turn away patients It was reported that the man contracted the illness after he ate undercooked bacon. The doctors were able to find the cause after they were told about his ''lifelong preference for soft bacon.'' Microscopic eggs are likely to have entered the man's intestine which leads to the development of a tapeworm. He was diagnosed by the doctors as suffering from parasitic infection neurocysticercosis, which refers to a condition in which the parasite lays eggs and infects various regions of the body. Historically unusual case leaves doctors shocked The American Journal of Case Reports recently published the details of the ailment of the man. ''It is historically very unusual to encounter infected pork in the United States, and our case may have public health implications,'' wrote researchers. The patient was admitted to the intensive care unit and was injected with corticosteroid dexamethasone four times every day to decrease the swelling in his brain. He was also administered albendazole and praziquantel for two weeks which is used for treating worm infections. After some time the cysts disappeared and there was improvement in his migraines. Watch: South Korea to revamp working conditions for young doctors, Seoul announces new measures ''A 52-year-old man with a medical history of migraine headaches, complicated type 2 diabetes mellitus, and obesity presented with a 4-month change in his migraines becoming severe, worse over his occiput bilaterally, and unresponsive to abortive therapy," the details of the case read. "His exposure history was unremarkable except for a habit of eating undercooked bacon, by which he would have developed neurocysticercosis via autoinfection. Neuroimaging and serology confirmed a diagnosis of neurocysticercosis and he was treated accordingly with antiparasitic and anti-inflammatory medications,'' it added. (With inputs from agencies)

Tapeworms in brain! Here's how parasitic worms infested a man's brain in US

The 96th Academy Awards took place at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on Sunday (Mar 10) with Jimmy Kimmel hosting the ceremony for the fourth time. Christopher Nolan's movie "Oppenheimer" got an impressive 13 nominations. People on social media are happy about the awards and wins. But Elon Musk, who owns companies like Tesla and SpaceX, doesn't seem to be in a good mood. He made several posts on social media over the weekend, revealing his dislike for the event quite openly.

In one of his latest posts, Musk compared the Oscars to a woke contest. “Winning an Oscar now just means you won the woke contest,” he posted on X.

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In the same thread, Musk wrote, “When an award is diluted, everyone knows, including those who received it, and it no longer commands respect”.

<h2>Meaning of the word ‘woke’</h2>

Cambridge Dictionary says the word “woke” means being "aware, especially of social problems such as racism and inequality.” However, Musk previously said that "wokeness" intends to make "comedy illegal."

<h2>Internet split in half</h2>

Netizens mocked Musk for his commentary against the Oscars while others, including Republican leader Vivek Ramaswamy, seemed to agree with his take.

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“You’re just upset you’ll never win one,” said one user. “Most watched documentary of the year and zero chance they’d ever consider a nomination for our documentary because we aren’t woke,” wrote a second, while a third wrote, “did not know this probably because it’s wrong”.

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Others gave a thumbs-up to Musk’s comments.

“Some liberals are more than happy to win the woke contest,” wrote one. Vivek Ramaswamy wrote, “American History X is an all-time classic that wouldn’t even earn a nomination if it were made today.” “If you win an Oscar, because you met all the diversity quotas, you didn’t win anything. It has no meaning anymore,” wrote another.
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The 96th Academy Awards took place at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on Sunday (Mar 10) with Jimmy Kimmel hosting the ceremony for the fourth time. Christopher Nolan's movie "Oppenheimer" got an impressive 13 nominations.

The 96th Academy Awards took place at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on Sunday (Mar 10) with Jimmy Kimmel hosting the ceremony for the fourth time. Christopher Nolan's movie "Oppenheimer" got an impressive 13 nominations. People on social media are happy about the awards and wins. But Elon Musk, who owns companies like Tesla and SpaceX, doesn't seem to be in a good mood. He made several posts on social media over the weekend, revealing his dislike for the event quite openly. In one of his latest posts, Musk compared the Oscars to a woke contest. “Winning an Oscar now just means you won the woke contest,” he posted on X. Winning an Oscar now just means you won the woke contest — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) March 10, 2024

Oscars 2024: Elon Musk compares event to a ‘woke contest’, leaves internet divided

Two women from USA’s Ohio state have been charged after driving a man's dead body to a bank and withdrawing $900 from his account, as per reports in local media.

Loreen Bea Feralo, 55, and Karen Casbohm, 63, allegedly drove the dead body of 80-year-old Douglas Layman to a drive-through bank window and made the withdrawal.

After withdrawing the amount, the duo disposed off the body at an emergency room at Ashtabula County Medical Centre without informing anyone about it.

After a few hours, one of the two women called the hospital and informed them about Layman, after which authorities were able to identify him.

It was not clear what caused Layman’s death and an autopsy to find out the cause would take at least eight months.

When officers reached Layman’s house later, they interrogated the two women, who claimed that he had died at his home in Ashtabula earlier in the day.

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As per media reports, the two women, who were not related to the dead man but lived together, had moved the corpse to the hospital with the help of a third unknown person.

The body was positioned in the front seat of the car to give a false impression that Layman was accompanying the women. “The bank had allowed this previously, as long as they were accompanied by him,” said a police officer.

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The two women were charged with theft and gross abuse of a corpse. Ohio police said they were conducting an investigation into the matter.

If convicted, the two women could face up to a year in prison but authorities warned that additional charges against them could not be ruled out.

Police revealed it was not the first time the women were accused of committing a crime. The New York Post reported that Feralo and Casbohlm had previously been convicted of drug possession, trespassing and theft.

According to AP news agency, the women were forced to commit the theft ‘due to pressing bills that they needed to pay.’

(With inputs from agencies)

Two women from USA’s Ohio state have been charged after driving a man's dead body to a bank and withdrawing $900 from his account, as per reports in local media.

Two women from USA’s Ohio state have been charged after driving a man's dead body to a bank and withdrawing $900 from his account, as per reports in local media. Loreen Bea Feralo, 55, and Karen Casbohm, 63, allegedly drove the dead body of 80-year-old Douglas Layman to a drive-through bank window and made the withdrawal. After withdrawing the amount, the duo disposed off the body at an emergency room at Ashtabula County Medical Centre without informing anyone about it. After a few hours, one of the two women called the hospital and informed them about Layman, after which authorities were able to identify him. It was not clear what caused Layman’s death and an autopsy to find out the cause would take at least eight months. When officers reached Layman’s house later, they interrogated the two women, who claimed that he had died at his home in Ashtabula earlier in the day. Also read: 80-year-old Chinese flyer detained for throwing `good luck` coins in airplane engine As per media reports, the two women, who were not related to the dead man but lived together, had moved the corpse to the hospital with the help of a third unknown person. The body was positioned in the front seat of the car to give a false impression that Layman was accompanying the women. “The bank had allowed this previously, as long as they were accompanied by him,” said a police officer. Also read: What is Chroming, a viral TikTok trend claiming lives of kids worldwide? The two women were charged with theft and gross abuse of a corpse. Ohio police said they were conducting an investigation into the matter. If convicted, the two women could face up to a year in prison but authorities warned that additional charges against them could not be ruled out. Police revealed it was not the first time the women were accused of committing a crime. The New York Post reported that Feralo and Casbohlm had previously been convicted of drug possession, trespassing and theft. According to AP news agency, the women were forced to commit the theft ‘due to pressing bills that they needed to pay.’ (With inputs from agencies)

US: Two women charged for driving man's dead body to bank and withdrawing $900 from his account

Eight children and one adult died, while 78 others were hospitalised after eating sea turtle flesh on Pemba Island in the Zanzibar archipelago, authorities said Saturday (Mar 9).&nbsp;

In Zanzibar, sea turtle meat is considered a delicacy but it periodically results in deaths from chelonitoxism, a type of food poisoning.&nbsp;

Local reports said that Dr Haji Bakari Haji, who is the Mkoani District medical officer, stated that samples checked in a medical laboratory verified that the victims died after eating sea turtle meat.&nbsp;

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Haji stated that the victims ate the meat on Tuesday, but they did not disclose the event to police until Friday for fear of repercussions.&nbsp;

Dr Haji Bakari told the Associated Press that the adult who died late on Friday was the mother of one of the children who succumbed earlier.&nbsp;

Authorities in Zanzibar, which is a semi-autonomous territory of Tanzania in East Africa, dispatched a disaster management team to warn locals against eating marine turtles.&nbsp;

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This is not the first case, seven people died and eight more were ill after eating sea turtle flesh on Tanzania's Indian Ocean Island of Mafia in March 2023.&nbsp;

According to Juma Khatibu, chairperson of Bweni village on Tanzania's Mafia Island in the Indian Ocean, the victims purchased and consumed sea turtle flesh from fishermen. The meat was suspected of being toxic.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Eight children and one adult died, while 78 others were hospitalised after eating sea turtle flesh on Pemba Island in the Zanzibar archipelago, authorities said Saturday (Mar 9).

Eight children and one adult died, while 78 others were hospitalised after eating sea turtle flesh on Pemba Island in the Zanzibar archipelago, authorities said Saturday (Mar 9). In Zanzibar, sea turtle meat is considered a delicacy but it periodically results in deaths from chelonitoxism, a type of food poisoning. Local reports said that Dr Haji Bakari Haji, who is the Mkoani District medical officer, stated that samples checked in a medical laboratory verified that the victims died after eating sea turtle meat. Also read: Roommates of deceased Ohio man drive his body to withdraw money from bank Haji stated that the victims ate the meat on Tuesday, but they did not disclose the event to police until Friday for fear of repercussions. Dr Haji Bakari told the Associated Press that the adult who died late on Friday was the mother of one of the children who succumbed earlier. Authorities in Zanzibar, which is a semi-autonomous territory of Tanzania in East Africa, dispatched a disaster management team to warn locals against eating marine turtles. Also read: Russia imprisons student for 10 days over pro-Ukraine wi-fi name This is not the first case, seven people died and eight more were ill after eating sea turtle flesh on Tanzania's Indian Ocean Island of Mafia in March 2023. According to Juma Khatibu, chairperson of Bweni village on Tanzania's Mafia Island in the Indian Ocean, the victims purchased and consumed sea turtle flesh from fishermen. The meat was suspected of being toxic. (With inputs from agencies)

Eight children among 9 dead, dozens hospitalised after consuming sea turtle meat in Tanzania's Zanzibar

Archaeologists have found the oldest known break in Turkey, dating back to 6600 BC. They found a destroyed oven structure in an area called Mekan 66. According to Turkey's Necmettin Erbakan University of Science and Technology Research and Application Center (BITAM), the archaeological site of Çatalhöyük in the southern Turkish province of Konya had adjoining mudbrick houses.

Archaeologists have found the oldest known break in Turkey, dating back to 6600 BC. They found a destroyed oven structure in an area called Mekan 66. According to Turkey's Necmettin Erbakan University of Science and Technology Research and Application Center (BITAM), the archaeological site of Çatalhöyük in the southern Turkish province of Konya had adjoining mudbrick houses. The research team found wheat, barley, pea seeds, and a palm-sized, round, "spongy" residue around the oven. After analysis, the archaeologists found that the organic residue was 8,600-year-old uncooked, fermented bread. Archaeologist Ali Umut Türkcan, head of the Excavation Delegation and an associate professor at Anadolu University in Turkey, told Turkish state news outlet Anadolu Agency, "We can say that this finds at Çatalhöyük is the oldest bread in the world." "It is a smaller version of a loaf of bread. It has a finger pressed in the center, it has not been baked, but it has been fermented and has survived to the present day with the starches inside. There is no similar example of something like this to date," he added. ALSO READ | Scientists develop recyclable ‘water batteries’ that never explode Biologist Salih Kavak, a lecturer at Gaziantep University in Turkey, said air spaces in the sample with the sighting of starch grains, found after scanning electron microscope images, eliminated their suspicions. "It is an exciting discovery for Turkey and the world," Kavak said. According to Türkcan, the organic matter, wood and bread were preserved by thin clay, covering the structure. Fossilised trees dating 390 million years are the world's oldest in Çatalhöyük. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site, where around 8.000 people resided during the Neolithic period between 10,000 BC and 2,000 BC. According to BITAM, it is one of the world's first places of urbanisation. Several studies have revealed that the well-preserved site has unique housing layouts and extensive characteristics like wall paintings. According to the UNESCO website, it is one of the "most significant human settlements documenting early settled agricultural life of a Neolithic community." "Çatalhöyük was already the center of many firsts. The world's first weavings were already in Çatalhöyük when it was excavated. Wooden artifacts were also in Çatalhöyük. Wall paints and paintings were added to this. Konya and Turkey are very lucky in this sense," Türkcan said. (With inputs from agencies)

Archaeologists discover ‘world’s oldest bread,’ dating back 8,600 years, in Turkey

The UFO office of the Pentagon has been developing sensor kits for collecting data on unidentified objects in real time.

Acting head of the All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office&nbsp;(AARO) Tim Phillips said that the sensors are aimed at understanding unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP), which is a new term for UFOs which includes mysterious objects in the sky, underwater or space. 
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Phillips said that his office has been working with academia and government laboratories to create a highly portable sensor kit called the "Gremlin System" which can collect data across different spectra, as per a report published in DefenseScoop.

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Phillips said that the Gremlin System has already shown how it can detect a wide range of phenomena occurring in space.&nbsp;

"It's picking up a lot of bats and birds. We're learning a lot about solar flaring," said Phillips to media reporters.

"We're really starting to understand what's in orbit around our planet and how we can eliminate those as anomalous objects," he added.

<h2>Gremlin System for surveillance of sensitive airspace sites?</h2>

The AARO director claimed that these Gremlin System sensors can be used for surveillance of sensitive sites for airspace intrusions and keep a watch on US satellites in orbit.

"If we have a national security site and there are objects being reported that trend within restricted airspace, or within a maritime range, or in the proximity of one of our spaceships, we need to understand what that is. And so that's why we're developing a sensor capability that we can deploy in reaction to reports," said Phillips.

Watch:&nbsp;NASA Chief says Aliens exist | This World

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AARO has been planning to present the Gremlin System to Pentagon leaders in order to deploy the sensor kits in the event of "UAP encounters at militarily significant locations or near U.S. critical infrastructure," reported DefenseScoop.

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The UFO office of the Pentagon has been developing sensor kits for collecting data on unidentified objects in real time. Acting head of the All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) Tim Phillips said that the sensors are aimed at understanding unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP), which is a new term for UFOs which includes mysterious objects in the sky, underwater or space.

The UFO office of the Pentagon has been developing sensor kits for collecting data on unidentified objects in real time. Acting head of the All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) Tim Phillips said that the sensors are aimed at understanding unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP), which is a new term for UFOs which includes mysterious objects in the sky, underwater or space. Phillips said that his office has been working with academia and government laboratories to create a highly portable sensor kit called the "Gremlin System" which can collect data across different spectra, as per a report published in DefenseScoop. Also Read: Ukrainian soldiers spot mysterious UFO-shaped object in sky: Video Phillips said that the Gremlin System has already shown how it can detect a wide range of phenomena occurring in space. "It's picking up a lot of bats and birds. We're learning a lot about solar flaring," said Phillips to media reporters. "We're really starting to understand what's in orbit around our planet and how we can eliminate those as anomalous objects," he added. Gremlin System for surveillance of sensitive airspace sites? The AARO director claimed that these Gremlin System sensors can be used for surveillance of sensitive sites for airspace intrusions and keep a watch on US satellites in orbit. "If we have a national security site and there are objects being reported that trend within restricted airspace, or within a maritime range, or in the proximity of one of our spaceships, we need to understand what that is. And so that's why we're developing a sensor capability that we can deploy in reaction to reports," said Phillips. Watch: NASA Chief says Aliens exist | This World AARO has been planning to present the Gremlin System to Pentagon leaders in order to deploy the sensor kits in the event of "UAP encounters at militarily significant locations or near U.S. critical infrastructure," reported DefenseScoop. (With inputs from agencies)

US: UFO office creates ‘Gremlin’ sensors for detecting mysterious objects in orbit

The US President Joe Biden on Saturday (Mar 9) released an advert ahead of the 2024 Presidential Elections, making fun of his age. "Look I'm not a young guy, that's no secret," he said in the campaign ad posted on social media.

The 81-year-old president also cited his ‘many years of experience’ while jokingly&nbsp;saying, “But here's the deal, I understand how to get things done for the American people."

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He then went on to laud the achievements of his administration, including ‘combating the Covid-19 crisis, strengthening the economy, and bringing down the cost of prescription drugs.’

"Today, we have the strongest economy in the world. I passed a law that lowers prescription drug prices, caps insulin at $35 a month for seniors," the president said.

<h2>Biden takes on Trump</h2>

Biden then mounted an attack on his Republican rival Donald Trump, alleging he “took away the freedom of women to choose".

Biden also pledged to restore Roe v. Wade as "the law of the land."

Watch:&nbsp;Joe Biden slams jokes about his age, targets youth in his new campaign

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"Donald Trump believes the job of the president is to take care of Donald Trump. I believe the job of the president is to fight for you, the American people and that's what I'm doing," he said.

<h2>Controversy over Biden’s age</h2>

The ‘funny’ campaign advertisement comes after a recent special counsel’s report referred to Biden as a “well-meaning, elderly man with a poor memory.”

President Biden often attracts negative media coverage, especially from right-wing outlets, for his gaffes and blunders. In his latest, Biden referred to Georgia murder victim Laken Riley as Lincoln Riley during the State of Union speech.

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After Rep. Marjorie Taylor-Greene shouted from the audience, “Say her name!”, Biden snapped back, saying “I know how to say her name.”

“Lincoln — Lincoln Riley, an innocent young woman who was killed by an illegal,” he added.

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The US President Joe Biden on Saturday (Mar 9) released an advert ahead of the 2024 Presidential Elections, making fun of his age. "Look I'm not a young guy, that's no secret," he said in the campaign ad posted on social media.

The US President Joe Biden on Saturday (Mar 9) released an advert ahead of the 2024 Presidential Elections, making fun of his age. "Look I'm not a young guy, that's no secret," he said in the campaign ad posted on social media. The 81-year-old president also cited his ‘many years of experience’ while jokingly saying, “But here's the deal, I understand how to get things done for the American people." America elects a president. Biden – began the campaign video with words about his age: "I'm an older guy. It's not a secret! But here's the thing: I understand what needs to be done for the American people. Donald Trump believes that the president's job is to take care of Donald… pic.twitter.com/eiVBRbb9YZ — Victor vicktop55 (@vicktop55) March 10, 2024 × He then went on to laud the achievements of his administration, including ‘combating the Covid-19 crisis, strengthening the economy, and bringing down the cost of prescription drugs.’ "Today, we have the strongest economy in the world. I passed a law that lowers prescription drug prices, caps insulin at $35 a month for seniors," the president said. Biden takes on Trump Biden then mounted an attack on his Republican rival Donald Trump, alleging he “took away the freedom of women to choose". Biden also pledged to restore Roe v. Wade as "the law of the land." Watch: Joe Biden slams jokes about his age, targets youth in his new campaign × "Donald Trump believes the job of the president is to take care of Donald Trump. I believe the job of the president is to fight for you, the American people and that's what I'm doing," he said. Controversy over Biden’s age The ‘funny’ campaign advertisement comes after a recent special counsel’s report referred to Biden as a “well-meaning, elderly man with a poor memory.” President Biden often attracts negative media coverage, especially from right-wing outlets, for his gaffes and blunders. In his latest, Biden referred to Georgia murder victim Laken Riley as Lincoln Riley during the State of Union speech. Also read: Israel-Hamas war: Netanyahu`s approach `hurting Israel more than helping it`, says Biden After Rep. Marjorie Taylor-Greene shouted from the audience, “Say her name!”, Biden snapped back, saying “I know how to say her name.” “Lincoln — Lincoln Riley, an innocent young woman who was killed by an illegal,” he added. (With inputs from agencies)

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An 11-year-old UK boy reportedly died while performing a fatal TikTok challenge at a friend’s house.

According to the family of the boy, he had tried the TikTok craze of 'chroming.' Tommie-Lee immediately suffered a cardiac arrest, leading to his death at the moment. “The hospital did everything to try and bring him back, but nothing worked. He was gone," said the boy's grandmother.

<h2>What is Chroming?</h2>

Chroming is a risky activity where people breathe in dangerous household items like nail polish remover, hairspray, and spray paint. This can make them feel happy for a short time, but it's considered very hazardous. It can make them feel dizzy, and sick, or even damage their heart and brain.

When these chemicals are breathed in, they go into the body through the lungs and can harm different parts of the body. Breathing in these things can make people's thinking and memory worse, and can even cause serious problems like depression and anxiety.

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The cognitive abnormalities caused by inhalants range from mild impairment to severe dementia. Regular inhalant use is associated with high rates of depression, anxiety, and other substance abuse issues, according to the Alcohol and Drug Foundation based in Australia.

Another way people do chroming is by breathing in "whippets," which are small containers filled with laughing gas. Although these cartridges are legally used to inflate balloons, using them to get high is illegal and can be dangerous.

<h2>Not a new trend</h2>

The trend is not new; however, it is gaining popularity of late. As per a 2017 report, titled ‘Understanding Adolescent Inhalant Use’, about 684,000 adolescents followed the toxic practice of huffing or sniffing chemicals.

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Most followers of this trend are teenagers or young adults&nbsp;in their early 20s.

Experts believe one reason for the insane popularity of the fatal trend is the easy availability of these resources, like metallic paints or deodorants, as compared to other drugs or illicit substances.

An 11-year-old UK boy reportedly died while performing a fatal TikTok challenge at a friend’s house. According to the family of the boy, he had tried the TikTok craze of 'chroming.

An 11-year-old UK boy reportedly died while performing a fatal TikTok challenge at a friend’s house. According to the family of the boy, he had tried the TikTok craze of 'chroming.' Tommie-Lee immediately suffered a cardiac arrest, leading to his death at the moment. “The hospital did everything to try and bring him back, but nothing worked. He was gone," said the boy's grandmother. What is Chroming? Chroming is a risky activity where people breathe in dangerous household items like nail polish remover, hairspray, and spray paint. This can make them feel happy for a short time, but it's considered very hazardous. It can make them feel dizzy, and sick, or even damage their heart and brain. When these chemicals are breathed in, they go into the body through the lungs and can harm different parts of the body. Breathing in these things can make people's thinking and memory worse, and can even cause serious problems like depression and anxiety. Also read: TikTok make-up influencers spark health warnings The cognitive abnormalities caused by inhalants range from mild impairment to severe dementia. Regular inhalant use is associated with high rates of depression, anxiety, and other substance abuse issues, according to the Alcohol and Drug Foundation based in Australia. Another way people do chroming is by breathing in "whippets," which are small containers filled with laughing gas. Although these cartridges are legally used to inflate balloons, using them to get high is illegal and can be dangerous. Not a new trend The trend is not new; however, it is gaining popularity of late. As per a 2017 report, titled ‘Understanding Adolescent Inhalant Use’, about 684,000 adolescents followed the toxic practice of huffing or sniffing chemicals. Also read:‘Bone Smashing’: Bizarre TikTok trend sees people hitting faces with hammers Most followers of this trend are teenagers or young adults in their early 20s. Experts believe one reason for the insane popularity of the fatal trend is the easy availability of these resources, like metallic paints or deodorants, as compared to other drugs or illicit substances.

What is Chroming, a viral TikTok trend claiming lives of kids worldwide?

China Southern Airlines' Flight CZ8805 encountered an unusual delay earlier this week on March 6 when a passenger's attempt at seeking good luck disrupted the scheduled departure. Originally set to take off from the southern city of Sanya for Beijing at 10 AM (local time), the flight faced a postponement until around 2 PM due to an unexpected incident.

According to CNN, a flight attendant discovered that a passenger had thrown three to five coins into the engine in a superstitious act aimed at invoking good fortune. The delayed departure prompted an investigation by the flight crew to ensure the safety of the aircraft.

Upon questioning, the passenger reportedly admitted to the coin-throwing, explaining that it was done as a prayer for luck. The coins were subsequently found in the engine during the safety check.&nbsp;

The flight attendant discovered the coins following which the passenger, aged 80, was taken away. He&nbsp;is heard on camera saying "three to five" coins.&nbsp;

The police later detained the passenger for the act, reported state media.

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China Southern Airlines has said they are concerned over the recurring incidents of passengers engaging in such superstitious practices.&nbsp;

In a Weibo post on March 6, the airline denounced the act of throwing coins into airplane engines, labeling it as both "uncivilised behavior" and a safety hazard. The warning highlighted the airline's commitment to ensuring the well-being of passengers and crew.

Also watch |&nbsp;Gravitas | Seat-Shaming &amp; Leaking fuselage: Here are in-flight horror stories

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This incident echoes a previous occurrence in 2021 when a China Southern Airlines flight faced delays in Guangzhou after a passenger was found tossing coins towards the plane. Additionally, a flight between Weifang and Haikou had to be canceled in 2021 when coins wrapped in red paper were discovered on the ground.

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China Southern Airlines' Flight CZ8805 encountered an unusual delay earlier this week on March 6 when a passenger's attempt at seeking good luck disrupted the scheduled departure.

China Southern Airlines' Flight CZ8805 encountered an unusual delay earlier this week on March 6 when a passenger's attempt at seeking good luck disrupted the scheduled departure. Originally set to take off from the southern city of Sanya for Beijing at 10 AM (local time), the flight faced a postponement until around 2 PM due to an unexpected incident. According to CNN, a flight attendant discovered that a passenger had thrown three to five coins into the engine in a superstitious act aimed at invoking good fortune. The delayed departure prompted an investigation by the flight crew to ensure the safety of the aircraft. Upon questioning, the passenger reportedly admitted to the coin-throwing, explaining that it was done as a prayer for luck. The coins were subsequently found in the engine during the safety check. The flight attendant discovered the coins following which the passenger, aged 80, was taken away. He is heard on camera saying "three to five" coins. The police later detained the passenger for the act, reported state media. Also read | Bangkok-bound flight lands in Delhi after husband and wife's mid-air fight China Southern Airlines has said they are concerned over the recurring incidents of passengers engaging in such superstitious practices. In a Weibo post on March 6, the airline denounced the act of throwing coins into airplane engines, labeling it as both "uncivilised behavior" and a safety hazard. The warning highlighted the airline's commitment to ensuring the well-being of passengers and crew. Also watch | Gravitas | Seat-Shaming & Leaking fuselage: Here are in-flight horror stories × This incident echoes a previous occurrence in 2021 when a China Southern Airlines flight faced delays in Guangzhou after a passenger was found tossing coins towards the plane. Additionally, a flight between Weifang and Haikou had to be canceled in 2021 when coins wrapped in red paper were discovered on the ground. (With inputs from agencies)

80-year-old Chinese flyer detained for throwing 'good luck' coins in airplane engine

Saudi Arabia's first male robot 'Muhammad' allegedly touched a woman inappropriately, sparking outrage on social media platforms with one user calling it a "pervert". Recently, Muhammad was unveiled during the second edition of DeepFast in Riyadh.&nbsp;

Video of the incident went viral on social media forums. It shows the robot stretching its right hand toward a female reporter when she was giving a piece to the camera.&nbsp;

Some of the users have alleged that the movements of the robot looked intentional when the female reporter, identified as Rawya Kassem, was talking about it.&nbsp;

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/men-in-japan-are-complaining-of-menstrual-pain-heres-what-you-need-to-know-697707">Men in Japan are complaining of menstrual pain? Here’s what you need to know</a>&nbsp;

The robot has been slammed for its gesture and for "harassing" the reporter. "Coded to be a creep," "Womaniser robot", and "Pervert robot", were some remarks made for&nbsp;Muhammad.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

But one user also shared a video, which showed the robot moving its hands the same way. The user claimed that the "robot programmed in this way, she [anchor] stood at the wrong spot".&nbsp;

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On the main stage at DeepFest, the humanoid robot said, "I am Muhammad, the first Saudi robot in the form of a man. I was manufactured and developed here in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as a national project to demonstrate our achievements in the field of artificial intelligence."&nbsp;

On its official site, DeepFest stated that it is the premier meeting place for the global Artificial Intelligence ecosystem of thought-leaders, change-makers, big tech, data scientists, innovators, enterprises, academia, start-ups, and entrepreneurs leading innovation across businesses.&nbsp;

Saudi Arabia's first male robot 'Muhammad' allegedly touched a woman inappropriately, sparking outrage on social media platforms with one user calling it a "pervert".

Saudi Arabia's first male robot 'Muhammad' allegedly touched a woman inappropriately, sparking outrage on social media platforms with one user calling it a "pervert". Recently, Muhammad was unveiled during the second edition of DeepFast in Riyadh. Video of the incident went viral on social media forums. It shows the robot stretching its right hand toward a female reporter when she was giving a piece to the camera. Some of the users have alleged that the movements of the robot looked intentional when the female reporter, identified as Rawya Kassem, was talking about it. Also read: Men in Japan are complaining of menstrual pain? Here’s what you need to know The robot has been slammed for its gesture and for "harassing" the reporter. "Coded to be a creep," "Womaniser robot", and "Pervert robot", were some remarks made for Muhammad. But one user also shared a video, which showed the robot moving its hands the same way. The user claimed that the "robot programmed in this way, she [anchor] stood at the wrong spot". Watch the video here: Saudi Robots were announced today🤖 pic.twitter.com/f6QHkxzqQO — Tansu Yegen (@TansuYegen) March 5, 2024 × The robot programmed in this way, she stood at the wrong spot. pic.twitter.com/MzBD4ErIkP — sain👾 (@M_Hussain6) March 6, 2024 × Also read: Six Indians in Bangkok arrested for allegedly trafficking Red Panda, 86 other wild animals On the main stage at DeepFest, the humanoid robot said, "I am Muhammad, the first Saudi robot in the form of a man. I was manufactured and developed here in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as a national project to demonstrate our achievements in the field of artificial intelligence." On its official site, DeepFest stated that it is the premier meeting place for the global Artificial Intelligence ecosystem of thought-leaders, change-makers, big tech, data scientists, innovators, enterprises, academia, start-ups, and entrepreneurs leading innovation across businesses.

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Women's Day 2024 Wishes, Quotes: Every year on March 8th, the world comes together to celebrate International Women's Day. The day honours the achievements and contributions of women throughout history.

Women's Day 2024 Wishes, Quotes: Every year on March 8th, the world comes together to celebrate International Women's Day. The day honours the achievements and contributions of women throughout history. As we observe Women's Day in 2024, it's essential to reflect on its history, understand its significance, and extend our best wishes to women worldwide. History of Women's Day 2024 The history of International Women's Day dates back to the early 20th century when women began advocating for their rights. The first Women's Day was observed in 1909 in the United States, followed by the International Women's Conference in Copenhagen in 1910. Since then, International Women's Day has evolved into a global movement, with people from all walks of life joining together to promote gender equality and women's empowerment. Significance of Women's Day The significance of Women's Day extends beyond just one day of celebration. It is a time to recognise the resilience, strength, and achievements of women in various fields, including politics, science, arts, business, and community service. It's also an opportunity to advocate for gender equality, raise awareness about women's issues, and promote inclusive societies where every woman and girl can thrive. Theme of Women's Day 2024 For 2024, the United States has decided the theme for International Women's Day will be "Invest in Women: Accelerate progress." It aims to tackle the economic disempowerment. According to the official website for International Women's Day, another theme for March 8th is Inspire Inclusion. Wishes, Messages to share on Women's Day 2024 Here are some messages and wishes you can send your loved ones on Women's Day 2024. "Happy Women's Day! Here's to celebrating your strength, resilience, and all the incredible contributions you make to the world." "Wishing you a fantastic Women's Day filled with love, empowerment, and inspiration. You deserve all the recognition and appreciation today and every day." "On International Women's Day, I want to thank you for being a beacon of hope and empowerment. Your courage and determination inspire us all. Happy Women's Day!" "To all the amazing women out there, Happy Women's Day! May you continue to break barriers, shatter stereotypes, and thrive in everything you do." "Sending heartfelt wishes on International Women's Day! May you always stand tall, dream big, and achieve even bigger. You are truly phenomenal." "Happy Women's Day to the strong, beautiful, and remarkable women in my life! Your presence makes the world a better place, and I'm grateful for all that you do." "Here's to celebrating the extraordinary women who inspire, lead, and uplift others every day. Happy Women's Day! Your impact is immeasurable." "Wishing all the incredible women around the globe a Happy Women's Day! May your courage and determination continue to light the way for generations to come." "Happy International Women's Day! Today, we celebrate your brilliance, your resilience, and your unwavering spirit. Keep shining bright!" "To all the trailblazing women who have paved the way for progress, and to those who continue to champion equality and justice, Happy Women's Day! Your efforts are changing the world for the better." Women's Day 2024 Quotes "Women are the real architects of society." - Harriet Beecher Stowe "A woman is like a tea bag – you never know how strong she is until she gets in hot water." - Eleanor Roosevelt "The most courageous act is still to think for yourself. Aloud." - Coco Chanel "There is no limit to what we, as women, can accomplish." - Michelle Obama "Women hold up half the sky." - Chinese Proverb (With inputs from agencies)

Happy Women’s Day 2024 Wishes: History, significance, messages, quotes to share on International Women’s Day

Customs officials in Thailand arrested six Indian nationals at Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi airport who were allegedly trying to smuggle 87 wild animals, including a red panda and cotton-top tamarin monkey, out of the country.

The suspects, bound for Mumbai, were intercepted with a variety of animals concealed in their checked luggage.&nbsp;

The inventory included 29 black throat monitor lizards, 21 snakes, and 15 birds, among which were parrots. The animals were meticulously hidden inside the luggage, the Customs Department claimed in a statement on Wednesday (March 6).

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/malaysia-seizes-illicit-animal-parts-worth-18-million-in-one-of-the-biggest-raids-of-all-time-498773">Malaysia seizes illicit animal parts worth $18 million in one of the biggest raids of all time</a>

Thailand, a major hub for illegal wildlife smuggling, has been a hotspot for the multi-billion-dollar illegal transnational trade due to its rich biodiversity, strategic location, and robust connectivity.&nbsp;

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While the country has often served as a transit point for animals destined for China and Vietnam, recent years have seen a surge in trafficking to India.

<h2>Indians arrested for alleged animal trafficking: Which animals were confiscated?</h2>

The confiscated animals ranged from a red panda, an endangered species with a bear-like body, peering out of a wicker basket to a critically endangered cotton-top tamarin monkey in a plastic box.&nbsp;

A Sulawesi bear cuscus, classified as vulnerable, was found taped inside a basket. Snakes and lizards were cleverly concealed in cloth bags and plastic food tubs.

If proven guilty, the six suspects could face a maximum of 10 years in jail or a fine equivalent to four times the import duties.

Also watch |&nbsp;Thailand wildlife bust: Pangolin scale seizure worth $1.4 million

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The incident follows a similar case in February, when a Mongolian man was arrested at Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi airport for attempting to smuggle Komodo dragons, pythons, and two dozen live fish out of Thailand.

The international non-governmental animal conservation organisation TRAFFIC, which focuses on combating illegal wildlife trade, had previously issued warnings about wildlife smuggling incidents between key airports in Malaysia, Thailand, and India.&nbsp;

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Customs officials in Thailand arrested six Indian nationals at Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi airport who were allegedly trying to smuggle 87 wild animals, including a red panda and cotton-top tamarin monkey, out of the country.

Customs officials in Thailand arrested six Indian nationals at Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi airport who were allegedly trying to smuggle 87 wild animals, including a red panda and cotton-top tamarin monkey, out of the country. The suspects, bound for Mumbai, were intercepted with a variety of animals concealed in their checked luggage. The inventory included 29 black throat monitor lizards, 21 snakes, and 15 birds, among which were parrots. The animals were meticulously hidden inside the luggage, the Customs Department claimed in a statement on Wednesday (March 6). Also read | Malaysia seizes illicit animal parts worth $18 million in one of the biggest raids of all time Thailand, a major hub for illegal wildlife smuggling, has been a hotspot for the multi-billion-dollar illegal transnational trade due to its rich biodiversity, strategic location, and robust connectivity. Also read | Scientists discover rare, stunning electric blue-coloured Tarantula species in Thailand's lush jungles While the country has often served as a transit point for animals destined for China and Vietnam, recent years have seen a surge in trafficking to India. Indians arrested for alleged animal trafficking: Which animals were confiscated? The confiscated animals ranged from a red panda, an endangered species with a bear-like body, peering out of a wicker basket to a critically endangered cotton-top tamarin monkey in a plastic box. A Sulawesi bear cuscus, classified as vulnerable, was found taped inside a basket. Snakes and lizards were cleverly concealed in cloth bags and plastic food tubs. If proven guilty, the six suspects could face a maximum of 10 years in jail or a fine equivalent to four times the import duties. Also watch | Thailand wildlife bust: Pangolin scale seizure worth $1.4 million × The incident follows a similar case in February, when a Mongolian man was arrested at Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi airport for attempting to smuggle Komodo dragons, pythons, and two dozen live fish out of Thailand. The international non-governmental animal conservation organisation TRAFFIC, which focuses on combating illegal wildlife trade, had previously issued warnings about wildlife smuggling incidents between key airports in Malaysia, Thailand, and India. (With inputs from agencies)

Six Indians in Bangkok arrested for allegedly trafficking Red Panda, 86 other wild animals

Have males ever imagined experiencing menstrual cramps? In Tokyo, some Japanese male office employees from a telecommunication company had a unique opportunity to undergo the sensation of menstrual pain using a device.

Braving the experience, several workers from the EXEO Group tested Perionoid, a compact device with an adhesive pad applied to the lower abdomen. With a simple push of a button, an electrical signal mimics the sensation of pain in the lower stomach muscles.

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During the session, employee Masaya Shibasaki found himself nearly on his knees, while others expressed surprise at the level of discomfort that women endure on a monthly basis.

The event, held by the company on Thursday (March 7), preceded International Women's Day on March 8.

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“We hope those who experienced menstrual pain today go back to their workplace and speak about how they felt and spread their understanding for women. If they do that, we can change the environment where it's awkward for women to take time off. We can be a company where people are supportive of women that need to take days off," said an employee from EXEO Group.

The brainchild behind Perionoid is an unnamed female researcher from Nara Women's University who personally suffered from severe menstrual cramps.

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Collaboratively developed with researchers at the startup Osaka Heat Cool in 2019, the device has undergone several updates to reduce its size and enhance portability.

Since mid-2023, the startup has provided training sessions for employees at 40 companies and government officials.

Additionally, they have conducted basic sex education for younger individuals in schools, informs Chiaki Kubota, brand manager and trainer at Osaka Heat Cool.

"It's great we can train different companies with different backgrounds, workers with different age, both men and women. But we also want to provide basic sex education and teach the difference (between men and women) to younger people in schools. We hope to offer training in educational institutions to foster that kind of knowledge," added Chiaki Kubota.

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Have males ever imagined experiencing menstrual cramps? In Tokyo, some Japanese male office employees from a telecommunication company had a unique opportunity to undergo the sensation of menstrual pain using a device.

Have males ever imagined experiencing menstrual cramps? In Tokyo, some Japanese male office employees from a telecommunication company had a unique opportunity to undergo the sensation of menstrual pain using a device. Braving the experience, several workers from the EXEO Group tested Perionoid, a compact device with an adhesive pad applied to the lower abdomen. With a simple push of a button, an electrical signal mimics the sensation of pain in the lower stomach muscles. Also read: 8 Countries That Provide Menstrual Leaves During the session, employee Masaya Shibasaki found himself nearly on his knees, while others expressed surprise at the level of discomfort that women endure on a monthly basis. The event, held by the company on Thursday (March 7), preceded International Women's Day on March 8. Also read: Is popping Meftal spas for menstrual cramps safe? “We hope those who experienced menstrual pain today go back to their workplace and speak about how they felt and spread their understanding for women. If they do that, we can change the environment where it's awkward for women to take time off. We can be a company where people are supportive of women that need to take days off," said an employee from EXEO Group. The brainchild behind Perionoid is an unnamed female researcher from Nara Women's University who personally suffered from severe menstrual cramps. Also read: 70% of Indian women face menstrual health issues Collaboratively developed with researchers at the startup Osaka Heat Cool in 2019, the device has undergone several updates to reduce its size and enhance portability. Since mid-2023, the startup has provided training sessions for employees at 40 companies and government officials. Additionally, they have conducted basic sex education for younger individuals in schools, informs Chiaki Kubota, brand manager and trainer at Osaka Heat Cool. "It's great we can train different companies with different backgrounds, workers with different age, both men and women. But we also want to provide basic sex education and teach the difference (between men and women) to younger people in schools. We hope to offer training in educational institutions to foster that kind of knowledge," added Chiaki Kubota. (With inputs from agencies)

Men in Japan are complaining of menstrual pain, here’s what you need to know

On Friday (Mar 8), US President Joe Biden delivered his third and final State of the Union (SOTU) address before the 2024 US Presidential elections. Amid the sea of audience present in the Capitol for this parliamentary custom were a number of congresswomen dressed in white. Why were they wearing outfits in this particular colour? Here's the answer.

<h2>White in a sea of colours</h2>

The white outfits served an important purpose. As per a statement released ahead of the SOTU address, the white outfits served the message of women's rights.&nbsp;

"Our message is clear: women must be able to access the health care they need to control their own lives and futures," said Democratic Women's Caucus (DWC) Chair Lois Frankel in the statement.

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"That means women, not politicians, should be in charge of whether, when, and how to start or grow their families. That includes access to birth control, access to abortion, and access to IVF," added the statement.

Taking to X, formerly Twitter,&nbsp;Florida Rep. Kathy Castor wrote, "House Democratic women in suffragette white: We are standing up for your right to make your own health care decisions including abortion".

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The outfits, as per a Time report, were a nod&nbsp;to the colour of the suffragette movement. Similarly, in 2019 and 2020, the white outfits were a message of solidarity. In 2019, they served as "a declaration that women will not go back on our hard-earned right (to vote)".

In 2020, white was used by the DWC to "show their unity and a commitment to defending the rights of women and disenfranchised groups".

<h2>Women's rights in America</h2>

This year's message comes at a time when women's reproductive rights have come under fire in various states, and have become a hot-button political issue across America.

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After the overturning of Roe V. Wade in 2022, several states across the country have severely limited abortion rights, and the recent 'embryos are babies' row in Alabama has further raised the question of how safe are women's reproductive rights.

<h2>Protests outside Capitol</h2>

As Biden appeared before the Congress, protesters gathered outside the Capitol with the messages: "Stop funding Israel", "Biden's legacy is genocide",&nbsp;and "Complete ceasefire now".

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As per reports, about 150 protesters gathered&nbsp;on Pennsylvania Avenue, the road that connects the White House to the Capitol, ahead of the annual address, due to which Biden's motorcade&nbsp;took a detour.

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On Friday (Mar 8), US President Joe Biden delivered his third and final State of the Union (SOTU) address before the 2024 US Presidential elections. Amid the sea of audience present in the Capitol for this parliamentary custom were a number of congresswomen dressed in white.

On Friday (Mar 8), US President Joe Biden delivered his third and final State of the Union (SOTU) address before the 2024 US Presidential elections. Amid the sea of audience present in the Capitol for this parliamentary custom were a number of congresswomen dressed in white. Why were they wearing outfits in this particular colour? Here's the answer. White in a sea of colours The white outfits served an important purpose. As per a statement released ahead of the SOTU address, the white outfits served the message of women's rights. "Our message is clear: women must be able to access the health care they need to control their own lives and futures," said Democratic Women's Caucus (DWC) Chair Lois Frankel in the statement. Also read | Trump, Gaza war, Putin, and more: Key takeaways from Joe Biden's State of the Union address 2024 "That means women, not politicians, should be in charge of whether, when, and how to start or grow their families. That includes access to birth control, access to abortion, and access to IVF," added the statement. Taking to X, formerly Twitter, Florida Rep. Kathy Castor wrote, "House Democratic women in suffragette white: We are standing up for your right to make your own health care decisions including abortion". 🇺🇸 House Democratic women in suffragette white: We are standing up for your right to make your own health care decisions including abortion #SOTU2024 pic.twitter.com/7MKYLsyBIK — U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (@USRepKCastor) March 8, 2024 × The outfits, as per a Time report, were a nod to the colour of the suffragette movement. Similarly, in 2019 and 2020, the white outfits were a message of solidarity. In 2019, they served as "a declaration that women will not go back on our hard-earned right (to vote)". In 2020, white was used by the DWC to "show their unity and a commitment to defending the rights of women and disenfranchised groups". Women's rights in America This year's message comes at a time when women's reproductive rights have come under fire in various states, and have become a hot-button political issue across America. Also read | Joe Biden to draw contrast with Donald Trump in his last State of the Union address in current term After the overturning of Roe V. Wade in 2022, several states across the country have severely limited abortion rights, and the recent 'embryos are babies' row in Alabama has further raised the question of how safe are women's reproductive rights. Protests outside Capitol As Biden appeared before the Congress, protesters gathered outside the Capitol with the messages: "Stop funding Israel", "Biden's legacy is genocide", and "Complete ceasefire now". As per reports, about 150 protesters gathered on Pennsylvania Avenue, the road that connects the White House to the Capitol, ahead of the annual address, due to which Biden's motorcade took a detour. (With inputs from agencies)

Here's why Democratic congresswomen wore white to Biden's State of the Union address

United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s wife Akshata Murty said in a recent interview that he is a better cook&nbsp;even though he does not get much time to spend in the kitchen with a busy day job running the country. However, Grazia’s women’s magazine interview of the couple ahead of International Women’s Day also garnered criticism from netizens.&nbsp;

<h2>British Indian couple talk domestic chores and more</h2>

During the joint interview at 10 Downing Street, the couple spoke about their day-to-day lives, daughters Krishna (12) and Anoushka (11), and how the country’s most high-profile couple share domestic duties.

“Rishi is the better cook. I do have a great deal of enthusiasm, but Rishi definitely has more talent in that department,” Murty said. It’s “mainly just breakfast on Saturday mornings now. Gordon Ramsay’s scrambled eggs,” Sunak added.&nbsp;

Murty, a businesswoman, also said she is “not a morning person,” and that Sunak is the tidier of the two.&nbsp;

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To which Sunak said, “But you also just don’t like making the bed and it bugs me. I actually sometimes come up back into the flat from the office after we’ve all left to make the bed because I’ll be irritated if it’s not been made.”

The couple met while they attended Stanford University, and Murty also reportedly said how her untidy habits would annoy him even back then, admitting that she is not the most organised person compared to her husband.

Now, at 43, the couple said that they divide the tasks from her taking charge of the kids’ homework and him taking care of the rest.&nbsp;

The couple also shared how they wind down for the day by watching reruns of episodes of the popular sitcom Friends, which they both love. “I’m too exhausted when I get home so I watch an episode of ‘Friends’ and go to bed,” shared the UK PM.&nbsp;

<h2>‘Out of touch’</h2>

While the interview was supposed to be a light-hearted insight into Sunak and Murthy’s lives, most people found it “tone deaf” and “out of touch”.&nbsp;

The magazine had interviewed the couple ahead of International Women’s Day to find out how “the country’s most high-profile couple share domestic duties.”&nbsp;

The UK PM also mentioned how in his free time he reorganises the dishwasher after his wife has loaded it. When asked about his favourite chore, he was torn. “Hard choice: dishwasher-stacking, making bed. Both have a satisfying ending,” said Sunak.&nbsp;

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The magazine has reportedly lost around 1,000 followers since the interview and their comments section on social media flooded with criticism.&nbsp;

“The net worth of this family is expected to be close to a Billion pounds soon. They are already twice as wealthy as the King,” said Caroline Hirons, a writer and skincare expert, in a comment on Instagram. She added, “Ain’t no-one in this family doing ‘chores’.”

Similarly, several others pointed out how the attempt to make the couple seem more relatable backfired. “It’s like they’ve been given 24 hours to prove they’re real people,” said one user on X.&nbsp;

The interview comes as Sunak is preparing for his first general election as the leader of the Conservative Party, and it may take place during the second half of this year.&nbsp;

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United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s wife Akshata Murty said in a recent interview that he is a better cook even though he does not get much time to spend in the kitchen with a busy day job running the country.

United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s wife Akshata Murty said in a recent interview that he is a better cook even though he does not get much time to spend in the kitchen with a busy day job running the country. However, Grazia’s women’s magazine interview of the couple ahead of International Women’s Day also garnered criticism from netizens. British Indian couple talk domestic chores and more During the joint interview at 10 Downing Street, the couple spoke about their day-to-day lives, daughters Krishna (12) and Anoushka (11), and how the country’s most high-profile couple share domestic duties. “Rishi is the better cook. I do have a great deal of enthusiasm, but Rishi definitely has more talent in that department,” Murty said. It’s “mainly just breakfast on Saturday mornings now. Gordon Ramsay’s scrambled eggs,” Sunak added. Murty, a businesswoman, also said she is “not a morning person,” and that Sunak is the tidier of the two. Also Read | Nikki Haley announces end of her US presidential campaign, paves way for Biden and Trump rematch To which Sunak said, “But you also just don’t like making the bed and it bugs me. I actually sometimes come up back into the flat from the office after we’ve all left to make the bed because I’ll be irritated if it’s not been made.” The couple met while they attended Stanford University, and Murty also reportedly said how her untidy habits would annoy him even back then, admitting that she is not the most organised person compared to her husband. Now, at 43, the couple said that they divide the tasks from her taking charge of the kids’ homework and him taking care of the rest. The couple also shared how they wind down for the day by watching reruns of episodes of the popular sitcom Friends, which they both love. “I’m too exhausted when I get home so I watch an episode of ‘Friends’ and go to bed,” shared the UK PM. ‘Out of touch’ While the interview was supposed to be a light-hearted insight into Sunak and Murthy’s lives, most people found it “tone deaf” and “out of touch”. The magazine had interviewed the couple ahead of International Women’s Day to find out how “the country’s most high-profile couple share domestic duties.” The UK PM also mentioned how in his free time he reorganises the dishwasher after his wife has loaded it. When asked about his favourite chore, he was torn. “Hard choice: dishwasher-stacking, making bed. Both have a satisfying ending,” said Sunak. Also Read | UK to bar entry of hate preachers amid 'shocking increase' in extremist activity: Report The magazine has reportedly lost around 1,000 followers since the interview and their comments section on social media flooded with criticism. “The net worth of this family is expected to be close to a Billion pounds soon. They are already twice as wealthy as the King,” said Caroline Hirons, a writer and skincare expert, in a comment on Instagram. She added, “Ain’t no-one in this family doing ‘chores’.” Similarly, several others pointed out how the attempt to make the couple seem more relatable backfired. “It’s like they’ve been given 24 hours to prove they’re real people,” said one user on X. The interview comes as Sunak is preparing for his first general election as the leader of the Conservative Party, and it may take place during the second half of this year. (With inputs from agencies)

Akshata Murty says husband Rishi Sunak is the better cook, tidier; netizens call couple ‘out of touch’

A university in India apparently forgot to conduct an examination for a subject even after releasing the timetable and issuing admit cards for the paper which was scheduled on Tuesday (Mar 5).&nbsp;

Local reports have mentioned that when Master of Science (MSc) students of a university in Jabalpur in Madhya Pradesh state reached out to the officials of Rani Durgavati University, they were told that the exam would not be held.&nbsp;

The officials reportedly said that the university was not prepared.&nbsp;

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Meanwhile, India-based news agency PTI reported that nine students of the post-graduate computer science course at the university could not take the exam, with officials saying it was rescheduled due to an error in the question paper.&nbsp;

The National Students Union of India (NSUI) claimed students were informed about the rescheduling when they reached their centre for the exam on Tuesday.

The government university's registrar, Deepesh Mishra, told PTI that nine students of the first semester of MSc Computer Science could not take the exam on Tuesday due to an error in the question paper of 'Computer Organisation and Assembly Language' subject.&nbsp;

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He said that after a complaint was received from the students, an explanation was sought from the examination department's official concerned. He added that there was some error in the question paper, therefore it was not given to the students.&nbsp;

Mishra further added that the examination for the subject will now be held on March 15 while the exams of other subjects will be held as per the schedule.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Sachin Rajak, district president of the NSUI, the students' wing of the Congress, claimed that when the students reached the examination centre, the authorities told them the exam was rescheduled.&nbsp;

Blaming the university officials for this, he said some of the students came from neighbouring districts including Narsinghpur and Katni to appear for the exam.&nbsp;

The NSUI members met the university officials in this connection on Tuesday.&nbsp;

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A university in India apparently forgot to conduct an examination for a subject even after releasing the timetable and issuing admit cards for the paper which was scheduled on Tuesday (Mar 5).

A university in India apparently forgot to conduct an examination for a subject even after releasing the timetable and issuing admit cards for the paper which was scheduled on Tuesday (Mar 5). Local reports have mentioned that when Master of Science (MSc) students of a university in Jabalpur in Madhya Pradesh state reached out to the officials of Rani Durgavati University, they were told that the exam would not be held. The officials reportedly said that the university was not prepared. Also read: WATCH: 12-year-old Indian boy locks leopard in a room, viral video shocks netizens Meanwhile, India-based news agency PTI reported that nine students of the post-graduate computer science course at the university could not take the exam, with officials saying it was rescheduled due to an error in the question paper. The National Students Union of India (NSUI) claimed students were informed about the rescheduling when they reached their centre for the exam on Tuesday. The government university's registrar, Deepesh Mishra, told PTI that nine students of the first semester of MSc Computer Science could not take the exam on Tuesday due to an error in the question paper of 'Computer Organisation and Assembly Language' subject. Also read: India's top court bans tiger safari in core zones of Uttarakhand's Jim Corbett National Park Watch: Chinese robotic dogs shoot like a pro × He said that after a complaint was received from the students, an explanation was sought from the examination department's official concerned. He added that there was some error in the question paper, therefore it was not given to the students. Mishra further added that the examination for the subject will now be held on March 15 while the exams of other subjects will be held as per the schedule. Meanwhile, Sachin Rajak, district president of the NSUI, the students' wing of the Congress, claimed that when the students reached the examination centre, the authorities told them the exam was rescheduled. Blaming the university officials for this, he said some of the students came from neighbouring districts including Narsinghpur and Katni to appear for the exam. The NSUI members met the university officials in this connection on Tuesday. (With inputs from agencies)

Did Indian university forget to conduct exam after issuing date sheet and admit cards?

A 12-year-old Indian boy from the state of Maharashtra is being praised for his presence of mind and calmness after handling a close encounter with a leopard. Mohit Ahire, in Nashik’s Malegaon, not only managed to escape without a scratch but also trapped the wild animal.&nbsp;

<h2>What happened?</h2>

A video of the incident caught on a CCTV camera has since gone viral. The footage shows Ahire, reportedly the son of a wedding hall security guard, engrossed in his mobile phone which was connected to a charger when he saw the leopard enter the room he was in.&nbsp;

However, the wild animal did not seem to notice the boy as it walked inside the office. Subsequently, the 12-year-old without panicking got up from his seat&nbsp;and left the room, closing the door behind him.&nbsp;

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Ahire immediately told his father about the leopard. “The leopard was so close. There was hardly any space between the leopard and me,” the 12-year-old told Times of India (TOI).&nbsp;

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He added, “It walked into the inner cabin of the office right in front of me. I was scared, but I quietly got off the bench and sneaked out of the office. I closed the door behind me.”&nbsp;

The incident reportedly took place around 7:00 am (local time).

<h2>How did the leopard get there?</h2>

Anil Pawar, the owner of the wedding hall where the 12-year-old boy’s father worked, told TOI that a leopard had been spotted in a nearby residential area. The police, forest personnel, and residents had been trying to locate it. After Ahire informed his father about the leopard, officials were called.&nbsp;

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The male leopard had reportedly escaped from his quarantine at the Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park in Pune and was caught after a 40-hour search operation involving more than 100 personnel and thermal drone cameras.&nbsp;

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A 12-year-old Indian boy from the state of Maharashtra is being praised for his presence of mind and calmness after handling a close encounter with a leopard. Mohit Ahire, in Nashik’s Malegaon, not only managed to escape without a scratch but also trapped the wild animal.

A 12-year-old Indian boy from the state of Maharashtra is being praised for his presence of mind and calmness after handling a close encounter with a leopard. Mohit Ahire, in Nashik’s Malegaon, not only managed to escape without a scratch but also trapped the wild animal. What happened? A video of the incident caught on a CCTV camera has since gone viral. The footage shows Ahire, reportedly the son of a wedding hall security guard, engrossed in his mobile phone which was connected to a charger when he saw the leopard enter the room he was in. However, the wild animal did not seem to notice the boy as it walked inside the office. Subsequently, the 12-year-old without panicking got up from his seat and left the room, closing the door behind him. What an amazing presence of mind Mohit Ahire, a 12-year-old boy, locked a leopard inside an office cabin until assistance arrived in Malegaon & the leopard was rescued. Mohit immediately informed his father, who is a security guard, that he trapped a leopard inside the office. pic.twitter.com/FELlOGac1t — Anshul Saxena (@AskAnshul) March 6, 2024 × Ahire immediately told his father about the leopard. “The leopard was so close. There was hardly any space between the leopard and me,” the 12-year-old told Times of India (TOI). Also Read | 8-year-old Indian boy, whose organs were donated after death, cremated with state honours He added, “It walked into the inner cabin of the office right in front of me. I was scared, but I quietly got off the bench and sneaked out of the office. I closed the door behind me.” The incident reportedly took place around 7:00 am (local time). How did the leopard get there? Anil Pawar, the owner of the wedding hall where the 12-year-old boy’s father worked, told TOI that a leopard had been spotted in a nearby residential area. The police, forest personnel, and residents had been trying to locate it. After Ahire informed his father about the leopard, officials were called. Also Read | PM Modi meets Sandeshkhali women who allege sexual assault, being threatened by Sheikh Shahjahan The male leopard had reportedly escaped from his quarantine at the Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park in Pune and was caught after a 40-hour search operation involving more than 100 personnel and thermal drone cameras. (With inputs from agencies)

WATCH: 12-year-old Indian boy locks leopard in a room, viral video shocks netizens

Residents of the Western US state of Utah are grappling with tumbleweeds following a massive storm over the weekend. Residents in South Jordan said the invasive weeds inundated roads, lanes, streets and houses as people urged the authorities to come to their rescue.

“Luckily, it’s something we can handle,” said Rachel Van Cleave, South Jordan communications manager. “This is not our first tumble-mageddon,” Cleave was quoted as saying by local media.

According to ABC4 news, strong winds of over 100km/h knocked trees over, uprooted power lines and damaged roads.

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In what came as a double whammy for South Jordan residents, the city was hit by snow as soon as tumbleweeds swept across.

“We’ve had a few tumbleweeds but nothing like this,” local resident John Young was quoted as saying by local media KSL TV. “It’s absolutely crazy,” he added.

<h2>What are tumbleweeds?</h2>

Tumbleweeds are the bushy parts of a Russian invasive weed called thistle. Each winter, as the plant dies, the bushy part gets snapped off at the root and blows away in the wind.

The large bushes then tumble across the landscape, sometimes even inundating cities altogether.

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Tumbleweed storms are quite common in the US as well as Australia. In 2020, drivers in Washington State had to endure a tumbleweed pileup of 15ft, forcing authorities to shut down highways on both sides.

Back in 2018, a tumbleweed storm of a similar intensity wreaked havoc on California, bringing the entire town to a screeching halt.

In 2016, a type of tumbleweed known as “hairy panic” inundated an entire Australian town.

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Residents of the Western US state of Utah are grappling with tumbleweeds following a massive storm over the weekend. Residents in South Jordan said the invasive weeds inundated roads, lanes, streets and houses as people urged the authorities to come to their rescue.

Residents of the Western US state of Utah are grappling with tumbleweeds following a massive storm over the weekend. Residents in South Jordan said the invasive weeds inundated roads, lanes, streets and houses as people urged the authorities to come to their rescue. “Luckily, it’s something we can handle,” said Rachel Van Cleave, South Jordan communications manager. “This is not our first tumble-mageddon,” Cleave was quoted as saying by local media. According to ABC4 news, strong winds of over 100km/h knocked trees over, uprooted power lines and damaged roads. Tumble Weeds take over a Utah Neighborhood. pic.twitter.com/kvXxJa07ka — DramaAlert (@DramaAlert) March 3, 2024 × In what came as a double whammy for South Jordan residents, the city was hit by snow as soon as tumbleweeds swept across. “We’ve had a few tumbleweeds but nothing like this,” local resident John Young was quoted as saying by local media KSL TV. “It’s absolutely crazy,” he added. What are tumbleweeds? Tumbleweeds are the bushy parts of a Russian invasive weed called thistle. Each winter, as the plant dies, the bushy part gets snapped off at the root and blows away in the wind. The large bushes then tumble across the landscape, sometimes even inundating cities altogether. Also read: Believe it or not, eating idli is causing damage to biodiversity, says study Tumbleweed storms are quite common in the US as well as Australia. In 2020, drivers in Washington State had to endure a tumbleweed pileup of 15ft, forcing authorities to shut down highways on both sides. Back in 2018, a tumbleweed storm of a similar intensity wreaked havoc on California, bringing the entire town to a screeching halt. In 2016, a type of tumbleweed known as “hairy panic” inundated an entire Australian town. (With inputs from agencies)

Watch: Massive bushes inundate Utah town after ‘tumbleweed storm’

At least two automobiles were crushed by an avalanche of massive boulders tumbling down a Peruvian mountainside on Saturday. A video captured on the dashcam showed the exact moment when it happened.&nbsp;

The video showed that the large, fast-moving boulder hit one of the trucks. The vehicle flipped on its side after the massive smash.&nbsp;

In a report by CNN Chile, it was mentioned that the drivers of both commercial trucks survived.&nbsp;

However, their cargo was crushed and the stretch of Central Highway in the San Mateo district of Huanchor was badly damaged.&nbsp;

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Photos of the aftermath show dozens of stones of various sizes littering the road, as well as the wreckage of the two vehicles, one of which was on its side.

According to Peruvian outlet La Republica, it took almost four hours to clear the route.&nbsp;

In the aftermath, Peruvian authorities are carrying out an investigation to ascertain&nbsp;the exact causes of the incident.&nbsp;

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It is believed that the recent rains in the region could have contributed to the terrain's instability.&nbsp;

Heavy rains and storms led to streams reaching critical levels that caused flash floods in Piura, northern Peru, on Thursday (Feb 29). Several streams overflowed, causing muddy water to flow down streets and flood homes.&nbsp;

According to local media, the storm has left communities isolated and crops destroyed. Authorities reported that more than 50 families lost their homes to flooding.&nbsp; 
 
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At least two automobiles were crushed by an avalanche of massive boulders tumbling down a Peruvian mountainside on Saturday. A video captured on the dashcam showed the exact moment when it happened.

At least two automobiles were crushed by an avalanche of massive boulders tumbling down a Peruvian mountainside on Saturday. A video captured on the dashcam showed the exact moment when it happened. The video showed that the large, fast-moving boulder hit one of the trucks. The vehicle flipped on its side after the massive smash. In a report by CNN Chile, it was mentioned that the drivers of both commercial trucks survived. However, their cargo was crushed and the stretch of Central Highway in the San Mateo district of Huanchor was badly damaged. Also read: Watch: US horses flee captivity to clip-clop on Ohio highway Photos of the aftermath show dozens of stones of various sizes littering the road, as well as the wreckage of the two vehicles, one of which was on its side. According to Peruvian outlet La Republica, it took almost four hours to clear the route. In the aftermath, Peruvian authorities are carrying out an investigation to ascertain the exact causes of the incident. Watch the video here: NATURE: Boulders falling onto a traveled road in San Mateo, Peru. pic.twitter.com/BxveowElCF — Orbital News (@orbital_news) March 3, 2024 × Also read: Watch: Massive bushes inundate Utah town after ‘tumbleweed storm’ It is believed that the recent rains in the region could have contributed to the terrain's instability. Heavy rains and storms led to streams reaching critical levels that caused flash floods in Piura, northern Peru, on Thursday (Feb 29). Several streams overflowed, causing muddy water to flow down streets and flood homes. According to local media, the storm has left communities isolated and crops destroyed. Authorities reported that more than 50 families lost their homes to flooding. (With inputs from agencies)

Video shows exact moment when massive boulders crushed two trucks in Peru

We finally have an answer to all those amazing lyrics that Taylor Swift pops out song after song, with the latest being even better than what we’ve heard before. Taylor has it, thanks to her intelligent genes.&nbsp;

According to genealogy company, Ancestry.com, Taylor Swift and iconic poet Emily Dickinson are related. On Monday, March 4, they revealed that “Swift and Dickinson both descend from a 17th-century English immigrant (Swift’s ninth great-grandfather and Dickinson’s sixth great-grandfather who was an early settler of Windsor, Connecticut)”.

Taylor Swift’s ancestors apparently “remained in Connecticut for six generations until her part of the family eventually settled in north-western Pennsylvania, where they married into the Swift family line”.

According to this, Taylor Swift and Emily Dickinson are sixth cousins.&nbsp;

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<h2>Who is Emily Dickinson?&nbsp;</h2>

Born in 1830, Emily Dickinson hailed from Amherst, Massachusetts. Today, she is regarded as one of the most important figures in American poetry. She gained fame posthumously as she lived as a recluse in the family house and only published anonymously while she was alive.

<h2>Taylor Swift and Emily Dickinson</h2>

Taylor Swift supposedly knows this because she has on several occasions mentioned her name during her speeches. In one notable incident, in 2022, Taylor referenced her while accepting the Songwriter Artist of the Decade award from the Nashville Songwriters Association International. Taylor then said, “If my lyrics sound like a letter written by Emily Dickinson’s great-grandmother while sewing a lace curtain, that’s me writing in the quill genre.”

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Fans had also deduced the lineage previously when Taylor Swift’s ninth studio album, Evermore, released on December 10, 2020. It was Emily Dickinson’s birthday, among other lyrical connections to the poet’s prose.

The mystical symbolism and connection continue with Taylor Swift’s next album on its way. It’s interestingly called, The Tortured Poets Department and is due in April.&nbsp;

Taylor Swift is currently on the Asia leg of her successful Eras tour.&nbsp;

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We finally have an answer to all those amazing lyrics that Taylor Swift pops out song after song, with the latest being even better than what we’ve heard before.

We finally have an answer to all those amazing lyrics that Taylor Swift pops out song after song, with the latest being even better than what we’ve heard before. Taylor has it, thanks to her intelligent genes. According to genealogy company, Ancestry.com, Taylor Swift and iconic poet Emily Dickinson are related. On Monday, March 4, they revealed that “Swift and Dickinson both descend from a 17th-century English immigrant (Swift’s ninth great-grandfather and Dickinson’s sixth great-grandfather who was an early settler of Windsor, Connecticut)”. Taylor Swift’s ancestors apparently “remained in Connecticut for six generations until her part of the family eventually settled in north-western Pennsylvania, where they married into the Swift family line”. According to this, Taylor Swift and Emily Dickinson are sixth cousins. Who is Emily Dickinson? Born in 1830, Emily Dickinson hailed from Amherst, Massachusetts. Today, she is regarded as one of the most important figures in American poetry. She gained fame posthumously as she lived as a recluse in the family house and only published anonymously while she was alive. Taylor Swift and Emily Dickinson Taylor Swift supposedly knows this because she has on several occasions mentioned her name during her speeches. In one notable incident, in 2022, Taylor referenced her while accepting the Songwriter Artist of the Decade award from the Nashville Songwriters Association International. Taylor then said, “If my lyrics sound like a letter written by Emily Dickinson’s great-grandmother while sewing a lace curtain, that’s me writing in the quill genre.” Also read: Finally! House of Dragon season 2 gets premiere date Fans had also deduced the lineage previously when Taylor Swift’s ninth studio album, Evermore, released on December 10, 2020. It was Emily Dickinson’s birthday, among other lyrical connections to the poet’s prose. The mystical symbolism and connection continue with Taylor Swift’s next album on its way. It’s interestingly called, The Tortured Poets Department and is due in April. Taylor Swift is currently on the Asia leg of her successful Eras tour. Also read: Kate Middleton seen for first time since hospitalisation

Creativity runs in the family! Taylor Swift and poet Emily Dickinson are related

Some of the most remote islands in the United Kingdom are giving a hefty salary to new professionals to tackle the recruitment crisis in many rural services. The Hebridean islands of Uist and Benbecula are offering £150,000 (around $190,000) to attract new doctors to live and work there.

Some of the most remote islands in the United Kingdom are giving a hefty salary to new professionals to tackle the recruitment crisis in many rural services. The Hebridean islands of Uist and Benbecula are offering £150,000 (around $190,000) to attract new doctors to live and work there. Meanwhile, on the Isle of Rùm in Scotland, which has a population of only 40 people, parents are searching for a new school teacher who can teach its five primary pupils and two nursery children for £68,000 (around $86,000). For the residents, these vacancies are more than jobs. It is about bringing new people to live and work at the heart of Scotland's island communities. "We always look at who is coming, the person and their family," Gordon Jamieson, chief executive of NHS Western Isles, told BBC. "We're looking at opportunities for partners, not just the successful person. It is not everybody's choice to come and stay in a remote island community." For healthcare professionals, when you choose a place like Uist and Benbecula, it is remote in terms of the job," he added. ALSO READ | Manila slams Beijing for ‘dangerous manoeuvres’ in South China Sea; at least 4 Filipino crew members injured The NHS Western Isles is looking for doctors with a "sense of adventure and passion for rural medicine" and offering 40 per cent more than the usual salary. They would serve the group of six islands in the Outer Hebrides, with a total population of around 4,700 people. The job also offers a chance to work in UK's one of the "most beautiful and idyllic" locations, the health board stated. Moreover, the successful candidate will receive relocation expenses to help move to the islands and a "golden hello" payment of up to £10,000 (around $12,000). Jamieson said, "It's got to be a certain type of person who wants that job and responsibility. So obviously we want to reward them. It's not everybody's cup of tea. But there are people out there from all over the world who are looking for an experience like this in remote healthcare.” Consultants, general practitioners, and nurses are all under pressure as there's a "wide range of challenges" in the region over rural recruitment. However, Jamieson believes that the salary and the picturesque island are an incentive to live and stay there. He said, "We want a sustainable service and we want people to live in the community for a long time." The council has received some interest in the role, but the hiring process is still ongoing. The recruitment challenges differ based on the school location, as some posts are attracting more interest than others, the council said. (With inputs from agencies)

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