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<p>Elon Musk, the world’s richest man and the ‘Chief Troll Officer’ at X, has supported India’s bid to have a permanent seat at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). Musk said in a post that it was absurd the most populous country on the planet is not fairly represented at the UN body. He added that Africa should also have a collective seat at the UN.</p>

<p>“At some point, there needs to be a revision of the UN bodies. Problem is that those with excess power don’t want to give it up,” Musk wrote in the post.</p>

<p>“India not having a permanent seat on the Security Council, despite being the most populous country on Earth, is absurd. Africa collectively should also have a permanent seat imo,” he added.</p>

<p>Earlier, in a post on X, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres also made an appeal to the P5 nations to implement reforms at the elite table. As of now, the P5 or five permanent members—Russia, the UK, China, France, and the United States—hold veto power over any substantial resolution.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>“Institutions must reflect today’s world, not that of 80 years ago. September’s Summit of the Future will be an opportunity to consider global governance reforms &amp; rebuild trust,” Guterres posted on X, asking why Africa still lacks a permanent membership.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Elon Musk's Tesla to enter India soon?</strong></p>

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<p>Quoting this post, Michael Eisenberg, a venture capitalist, wrote, “And what about India? Better yet is to dismantle the United Nations and build something new with real leadership.”</p>

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<p>India, the world’s most populous nation and fifth-largest economy, has on several occasions voiced its frustration with the lack of progress in reforming the UNSC.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi had last year said that it was important for multilateral institutions to change with time to maintain their relevance.</p>

<p>"Today’s world is a multipolar world where institutions are extremely important for a rules-based order that is fair and sensitive to all concerns. However, institutions can retain relevance only when they change with the times," the prime minister had said in an August 2023 interview.</p>

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<p>"A mid-20th century approach cannot serve the world in the 21st century. So, our international institutions need to recognise changing realities, expand their decision-making forums, relook at their priorities and ensure representation of voices that matter," the PM had added.</p>

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Elon Musk, the world’s richest man and the ‘Chief Troll Officer’ at X, has supported India’s bid to have a permanent seat at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).

Elon Musk, the world’s richest man and the ‘Chief Troll Officer’ at X, has supported India’s bid to have a permanent seat at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). Musk said in a post that it was absurd the most populous country on the planet is not fairly represented at the UN body. He added that Africa should also have a collective seat at the UN. “At some point, there needs to be a revision of the UN bodies. Problem is that those with excess power don’t want to give it up,” Musk wrote in the post. “India not having a permanent seat on the Security Council, despite being the most populous country on Earth, is absurd. Africa collectively should also have a permanent seat imo,” he added. Earlier, in a post on X, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres also made an appeal to the P5 nations to implement reforms at the elite table. As of now, the P5 or five permanent members—Russia, the UK, China, France, and the United States—hold veto power over any substantial resolution. How can we accept that Africa still lacks a single Permanent Member in the Security Council? Institutions must reflect today’s world, not that of 80 years ago. September’s Summit of the Future will be an opportunity to consider global governance reforms & re-build trust. — António Guterres (@antonioguterres) January 20, 2024 × “Institutions must reflect today’s world, not that of 80 years ago. September’s Summit of the Future will be an opportunity to consider global governance reforms & rebuild trust,” Guterres posted on X, asking why Africa still lacks a permanent membership. Watch: Elon Musk's Tesla to enter India soon? × Quoting this post, Michael Eisenberg, a venture capitalist, wrote, “And what about India? Better yet is to dismantle the United Nations and build something new with real leadership.” Musk’s post came in response to Eisenberg. At some point, there needs to be a revision of the UN bodies. Problem is that those with excess power don’t want to give it up. India not having a permanent seat on the Security Council, despite being the most populous country on Earth, is absurd. Africa collectively should… — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) January 21, 2024 × India, the world’s most populous nation and fifth-largest economy, has on several occasions voiced its frustration with the lack of progress in reforming the UNSC. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi had last year said that it was important for multilateral institutions to change with time to maintain their relevance. "Today’s world is a multipolar world where institutions are extremely important for a rules-based order that is fair and sensitive to all concerns. However, institutions can retain relevance only when they change with the times," the prime minister had said in an August 2023 interview. Also read: Tesla to ship cars to India from 2024, set up factory within two years: Report "A mid-20th century approach cannot serve the world in the 21st century. So, our international institutions need to recognise changing realities, expand their decision-making forums, relook at their priorities and ensure representation of voices that matter," the PM had added. (With inputs from agencies)

‘Revision needed,’ Elon Musk throws weight behind India’s bid for permanent seat at UNSC

<p>The blood oxygen feature of an Apple Watch played a pivotal role in saving the life of a 70-year-old woman during a Ryanair flight from the UK to Italy on January 9. The British woman began experiencing shortness of breath, prompting the flight crew to seek medical assistance.</p>

<p>An NHS doctor who happened to be on the flight, volunteered to assist in the emergency. Given the urgency of the situation, he inquired if there was an Apple Watch available on board to monitor the woman's vital signs. The doctor used the device's built-in health-monitoring software to assess the patient's oxygen levels.</p>

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<h2><strong>Vital functionality of blood oxygen feature</strong></h2>

<p>The Apple Watch's blood oxygen feature measures the percentage of oxygen carried by red blood cells from the lungs to the rest of the body.</p>

<p>Low levels are often associated with respiratory issues. The doctor credited the Apple Watch for aiding in the swift identification of the woman's low oxygen saturation, revealing her history of heart problems.</p>

<p>Recognising the severity of the situation, the doctor requested an on-board oxygen cylinder, enabling him to monitor and stabilise the woman's oxygen saturation levels until the flight safely landed in Italy approximately an hour later.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;What's next after the US Apple Watch import ban?</strong></p>

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<p>While the Apple Watch's blood oxygen app was not intended for medical use, its removal from Series 9 and Ultra 2 models last week drew attention due to a patent dispute with medical technology company Masimo. Apple had briefly halted sales of these models last month but resumed them after a court ruling. To lift a potential permanent ban, Apple deactivated the contested feature.</p>

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The blood oxygen feature of an Apple Watch played a pivotal role in saving the life of a 70-year-old woman during a Ryanair flight from the UK to Italy on January 9.

The blood oxygen feature of an Apple Watch played a pivotal role in saving the life of a 70-year-old woman during a Ryanair flight from the UK to Italy on January 9. The British woman began experiencing shortness of breath, prompting the flight crew to seek medical assistance. An NHS doctor who happened to be on the flight, volunteered to assist in the emergency. Given the urgency of the situation, he inquired if there was an Apple Watch available on board to monitor the woman's vital signs. The doctor used the device's built-in health-monitoring software to assess the patient's oxygen levels. Also read | Apple Watch ban paused in major holiday-season relief for tech giant Vital functionality of blood oxygen feature The Apple Watch's blood oxygen feature measures the percentage of oxygen carried by red blood cells from the lungs to the rest of the body. Low levels are often associated with respiratory issues. The doctor credited the Apple Watch for aiding in the swift identification of the woman's low oxygen saturation, revealing her history of heart problems. Recognising the severity of the situation, the doctor requested an on-board oxygen cylinder, enabling him to monitor and stabilise the woman's oxygen saturation levels until the flight safely landed in Italy approximately an hour later. Also watch | What's next after the US Apple Watch import ban? While the Apple Watch's blood oxygen app was not intended for medical use, its removal from Series 9 and Ultra 2 models last week drew attention due to a patent dispute with medical technology company Masimo. Apple had briefly halted sales of these models last month but resumed them after a court ruling. To lift a potential permanent ban, Apple deactivated the contested feature. (With inputs from agencies)

Doctor rescues passenger using Apple watch’s discontinued blood oxygen feature during in-flight emergency

<p><strong>Dexter Scott King</strong>, the younger son of late American civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr., breathed his last on Monday (Jan 22). Leah Weber King, his wife, said he died in his sleep at their home in Malibu, California. Dexter was 62 years old. “He gave it everything and battled this terrible disease until the end. As with all the challenges in his life, he faced this hurdle with bravery and might,” Dexter’s wife was quoted as saying by Reuters.</p>

<h2><strong>Dexter Scott King’s death: Cause revealed</strong></h2>

<p>Dexter Scott died of prostate cancer, as per the King Center in Atlanta.</p>

<p>Born in Atlanta on Jan 30, 1961, he was named after Dexter Avenue Baptist Church in Montgomery, Alabama, where his father served his first pastorate.</p>

<p>When he was just seven years old, his father was assassinated in Memphis, Tennessee, in 1968.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Scientists create 'identical twin' universe</strong></p>

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<p>"Words cannot express the heartbreak I feel from losing another sibling," said Reverend Dr. Bernice A. King, CEO of the King Center, in a statement.“I’m praying for strength to get through this very difficult time.”</p>

<h2><strong>Dexter Scott King: Like father, like son</strong></h2>

<p>King, much like his father, attended Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia. Eventually, he pursued a career in law, utilising this role to safeguard the intellectual property of the King family. Dexter, the third of the Kings' four children, bore an "uncanny resemblance" to his father and portrayed him in the 2002 movie <em>The Rosa Parks Story</em>, as stated by the King Center in Atlanta.</p>

<p>Preceded in death by his parents and sister Yolanda in 2007, King is survived by his wife of 11 years, Leah Weber King, his sister Bernice King, his brother Martin Luther King III, his niece Yolanda Renee King, and other relatives.</p>

<p>Reverend Al Sharpton, founder and president of civil rights organisation the National Action Network, said he was "heartbroken" to hear of King's passing.</p>

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<p>"Dexter was only seven when his hero, his role model, and, most importantly, his father was taken from us," Sharpton said in a statement.</p>

<p>"He turned that pain into activism, however, and dedicated his life to advancing the dream Martin and Coretta Scott King had for their children, their grandchildren, and all the generations to come after."</p>

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Dexter Scott King, the younger son of late American civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr., breathed his last on Monday (Jan 22). Leah Weber King, his wife, said he died in his sleep at their home in Malibu, California.

Dexter Scott King, the younger son of late American civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr., breathed his last on Monday (Jan 22). Leah Weber King, his wife, said he died in his sleep at their home in Malibu, California. Dexter was 62 years old. “He gave it everything and battled this terrible disease until the end. As with all the challenges in his life, he faced this hurdle with bravery and might,” Dexter’s wife was quoted as saying by Reuters. Dexter Scott King’s death: Cause revealed Dexter Scott died of prostate cancer, as per the King Center in Atlanta. Born in Atlanta on Jan 30, 1961, he was named after Dexter Avenue Baptist Church in Montgomery, Alabama, where his father served his first pastorate. When he was just seven years old, his father was assassinated in Memphis, Tennessee, in 1968. Watch: Scientists create 'identical twin' universe × "Words cannot express the heartbreak I feel from losing another sibling," said Reverend Dr. Bernice A. King, CEO of the King Center, in a statement.“I’m praying for strength to get through this very difficult time.” Dexter Scott King: Like father, like son King, much like his father, attended Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia. Eventually, he pursued a career in law, utilising this role to safeguard the intellectual property of the King family. Dexter, the third of the Kings' four children, bore an "uncanny resemblance" to his father and portrayed him in the 2002 movie The Rosa Parks Story, as stated by the King Center in Atlanta. Preceded in death by his parents and sister Yolanda in 2007, King is survived by his wife of 11 years, Leah Weber King, his sister Bernice King, his brother Martin Luther King III, his niece Yolanda Renee King, and other relatives. Reverend Al Sharpton, founder and president of civil rights organisation the National Action Network, said he was "heartbroken" to hear of King's passing. Also read: 'Aliens kidnapped my mom,' woman leaves Reddit stunned with otherworldly claim "Dexter was only seven when his hero, his role model, and, most importantly, his father was taken from us," Sharpton said in a statement. "He turned that pain into activism, however, and dedicated his life to advancing the dream Martin and Coretta Scott King had for their children, their grandchildren, and all the generations to come after." (With inputs from agencies)

Dexter Scott King, son of Martin Luther King, dies at 62; here is what caused his death

<p>Scientists are about to reveal the proximity of the <strong>Doomsday Clock</strong> to midnight, which indicates the time when humanity would cease to exist because of its self-harming actions.</p>

<h2><strong>Doomsday Clock: When and where to watch</strong></h2>

<p>The Doomsday Clock is currently at its closest-ever point to midnight, with only 90 seconds remaining before a potential apocalypse. Last year, a combination of existential threats triggered the clock to move from 100 to 90 seconds towards midnight. The upcoming 2024 announcement, featuring science educator Bill Nye and other experts, will be live-streamed on YouTube on January 23 at 10:00 am EST or 8:30 pm IST.</p>

<p>You can watch the livestream below:</p>

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<p>The decision to move the clock forward, backwards, or maintain it at 90 seconds is made by the non-profit organisation known as the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists (BAS). Climate change, the Ukraine war, and disruptive technologies continue to influence the clock's setting, as was the case in 2023.</p>

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<p>Initially focused on nuclear warfare in 1947, the Doomsday Clock first incorporated the threat of climate change in 2007. Amid global conflicts in the past two years, it currently stands at 90 seconds to midnight, marking the closest prediction to a man-made catastrophe in the Bulletin's history.</p>

<h2><strong>Events that can impact Doomsday Clock 2024</strong></h2>

<p><strong>Israel-Gaza war:</strong> Israel’s relentless war against Hamas has continued to dominate the news over the past four&nbsp;months. Now, the war has even expanded to the whole Middle Eastern region. So far, around 25,105 Palestinians have been killed, according to the Gaza Health Ministry, with 70 per cent of these deaths believed to be women and children.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Nations voice their concerns about climate change | WION Climate Tracker</strong></p>

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<p><strong>Climate crisis:</strong> The last year was a truly scary one regarding the climate crisis, with the levels of extreme weather seen in the world ramping up to record levels. In the 2023 State of the Climate Report, it was stated: “As scientists, we are increasingly being asked to tell the public the truth about the crises we face in simple and direct terms. The truth is that we are shocked by the ferocity of the extreme weather events in 2023. We are afraid of the uncharted territory that we have now entered.”</p>

<p>Apart from these two events, the Russia-Ukraine war and the disruption of global shipping routes are also some of the factors that can contribute to the adjustment of the Doomsday Clock further towards the midnight point.&nbsp;</p>

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Scientists are about to reveal the proximity of the Doomsday Clock to midnight, which indicates the time when humanity would cease to exist because of its self-harming actions.

Scientists are about to reveal the proximity of the Doomsday Clock to midnight, which indicates the time when humanity would cease to exist because of its self-harming actions. Doomsday Clock: When and where to watch The Doomsday Clock is currently at its closest-ever point to midnight, with only 90 seconds remaining before a potential apocalypse. Last year, a combination of existential threats triggered the clock to move from 100 to 90 seconds towards midnight. The upcoming 2024 announcement, featuring science educator Bill Nye and other experts, will be live-streamed on YouTube on January 23 at 10:00 am EST or 8:30 pm IST. You can watch the livestream below: × Who oversees the Doomsday Clock? The decision to move the clock forward, backwards, or maintain it at 90 seconds is made by the non-profit organisation known as the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists (BAS). Climate change, the Ukraine war, and disruptive technologies continue to influence the clock's setting, as was the case in 2023. Also read: A doomsday in offing? Astronomers detect new threat to life on Earth which may lead to extinction-level event Initially focused on nuclear warfare in 1947, the Doomsday Clock first incorporated the threat of climate change in 2007. Amid global conflicts in the past two years, it currently stands at 90 seconds to midnight, marking the closest prediction to a man-made catastrophe in the Bulletin's history. Events that can impact Doomsday Clock 2024 Israel-Gaza war: Israel’s relentless war against Hamas has continued to dominate the news over the past four months. Now, the war has even expanded to the whole Middle Eastern region. So far, around 25,105 Palestinians have been killed, according to the Gaza Health Ministry, with 70 per cent of these deaths believed to be women and children. Watch: Nations voice their concerns about climate change | WION Climate Tracker × Climate crisis: The last year was a truly scary one regarding the climate crisis, with the levels of extreme weather seen in the world ramping up to record levels. In the 2023 State of the Climate Report, it was stated: “As scientists, we are increasingly being asked to tell the public the truth about the crises we face in simple and direct terms. The truth is that we are shocked by the ferocity of the extreme weather events in 2023. We are afraid of the uncharted territory that we have now entered.” Apart from these two events, the Russia-Ukraine war and the disruption of global shipping routes are also some of the factors that can contribute to the adjustment of the Doomsday Clock further towards the midnight point. (With inputs from agencies)

Doomsday Clock to be revealed today: Are we closer to an all-out catastrophe?

<p>A Brazilian man continued to party for four days in a row without an iota of realisation that he had a 9mm bullet firmly lodged in his head. 21-year-old Mateus Facio thought he was hit by a stone during a New Year’s Eve party at a beach in Rio de Janeiro. He stopped paying attention to the injury as the bleeding stopped after some time. He spent the next four days partying at the beach with his friends, completely unaware of the severity of the situation.</p>

<p>"Little did I know that all this would happen," the New York Post quoted the Brazilian man as saying.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On his way back home, the man realised he could not drive because his arms and fingers had stopped moving normally. After reaching home, he sought medical attention, only to find out that he had a bullet stuck in his head.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Scientists create 'identical twin' universe</strong></p>

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<p>"I went to take a nap and woke up with my arm feeling a little silly," Facio said. "I felt my fingers moving, but I didn't have the confidence to pick something up," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The doctors later said the bullet was pressing an area close to the region responsible for the movement of the right arm, causing irritation. "This led to the brain to respond with movements that manifested as convulsive episodes," the doctor was quoted as saying by the Post. He added Facio was extremely lucky that he didn't sustain "more serious damage" such as paralysis of his arm or even his whole body.</p>

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<p>Facio later went through a two-hour operation to get that 9mm bullet removed, risking "bleeding, leakage of cerebral fluid, meningitis, and even death". Doctors were able to extract the bullet without further damaging the nerves. The bullet was handed over to cops for investigation. Police later said they didn’t get any report of shooting from the area that day.</p>

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A Brazilian man continued to party for four days in a row without an iota of realisation that he had a 9mm bullet firmly lodged in his head. 21-year-old Mateus Facio thought he was hit by a stone during a New Year’s Eve party at a beach in Rio de Janeiro.

A Brazilian man continued to party for four days in a row without an iota of realisation that he had a 9mm bullet firmly lodged in his head. 21-year-old Mateus Facio thought he was hit by a stone during a New Year’s Eve party at a beach in Rio de Janeiro. He stopped paying attention to the injury as the bleeding stopped after some time. He spent the next four days partying at the beach with his friends, completely unaware of the severity of the situation. "Little did I know that all this would happen," the New York Post quoted the Brazilian man as saying. On his way back home, the man realised he could not drive because his arms and fingers had stopped moving normally. After reaching home, he sought medical attention, only to find out that he had a bullet stuck in his head. Watch: Scientists create 'identical twin' universe × "I went to take a nap and woke up with my arm feeling a little silly," Facio said. "I felt my fingers moving, but I didn't have the confidence to pick something up," he added. The doctors later said the bullet was pressing an area close to the region responsible for the movement of the right arm, causing irritation. "This led to the brain to respond with movements that manifested as convulsive episodes," the doctor was quoted as saying by the Post. He added Facio was extremely lucky that he didn't sustain "more serious damage" such as paralysis of his arm or even his whole body. Also read: US: Police warn against life-threatening knock-the-door TikTok trend Facio later went through a two-hour operation to get that 9mm bullet removed, risking "bleeding, leakage of cerebral fluid, meningitis, and even death". Doctors were able to extract the bullet without further damaging the nerves. The bullet was handed over to cops for investigation. Police later said they didn’t get any report of shooting from the area that day. (With inputs from agencies)

‘High shot tolerance’: Brazilian man spent four days partying with 9mm bullet stuck in head

<p>Christian Nolen, a man from Florida, US, recently underwent brain surgery to remove a tumour from his head while fully awake, in fact, he also played guitar.&nbsp;</p>

<p>When one thinks about major surgeries, people mostly opt to be out cold with the anaesthesia procedure, in which medicines are used to prevent pain during surgery and other procedures.&nbsp;</p>

<p>But sometimes they have to be conscious of the procedure. In medical terms, it is known as awake craniotomy, which is a type of procedure performed on the brain while the patient is awake and able to talk to the operative team.&nbsp;</p>

<p>US-based media reports mentioned that the neurological team from the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine wanted Nolen to play notes on the instrument.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/us-man-receives-miraculous-double-lung-transplant-after-heavy-vaping-overcomes-1-survival-odds-682551">US man receives miraculous double lung transplant after heavy vaping, overcomes 1% survival odds</a></strong></p>

<p>They wanted to monitor the progress of the surgery as it is difficult for the doctors to get feedback when the patient is asleep during surgery.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The team said that playing the guitar would help them to evaluate and protect his manual dexterity while being as aggressive as possible in removing the tumour.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While speaking to Fox News Digital about the experience, Ricardo Komotar, MD, director of the brain tumour programme at Sylvester, said: "Christian was having issues with the left side of his body, particularly his left hand."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"He was noticing issues with his dexterity that affected his ability to play the guitar," Komotar added.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/scientists-devise-way-to-convert-toxic-cigarette-butts-into-green-fuel-673690">Scientists devise way to convert toxic cigarette butts into green fuel</a>&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p>Komotar noted that Nolen needed surgery to confirm the diagnosis and determine the type of tumour — as every tumour has different treatment options. they also removed the tumour to the extent possible.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Komotar added, "When a tumour is involving or near a critical part of the brain — something that controls the ability to speak or understand language or move — we want to do the surgery awake to continually monitor the patient, so you know if you start to violate normal brain functions."&nbsp;</p>

<p>In an e-mail sent to Fox News Digital, Nolen said that at first it "didn't seem real".&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I'd only really heard of procedures of that nature being done in shows and movies. I felt like it was such a unique experience that I couldn’t pass up — especially with my motor skills being on the line," he added.&nbsp;</p>


Christian Nolen, a man from Florida, US, recently underwent brain surgery to remove a tumour from his head while fully awake, in fact, he also played guitar. When one thinks about major surgeries, people mostly opt to be out cold with the anaesthesia procedure, in which medicines are used to prevent pain during surgery and other procedures.

Christian Nolen, a man from Florida, US, recently underwent brain surgery to remove a tumour from his head while fully awake, in fact, he also played guitar. When one thinks about major surgeries, people mostly opt to be out cold with the anaesthesia procedure, in which medicines are used to prevent pain during surgery and other procedures. But sometimes they have to be conscious of the procedure. In medical terms, it is known as awake craniotomy, which is a type of procedure performed on the brain while the patient is awake and able to talk to the operative team. US-based media reports mentioned that the neurological team from the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine wanted Nolen to play notes on the instrument. Also read: US man receives miraculous double lung transplant after heavy vaping, overcomes 1% survival odds They wanted to monitor the progress of the surgery as it is difficult for the doctors to get feedback when the patient is asleep during surgery. The team said that playing the guitar would help them to evaluate and protect his manual dexterity while being as aggressive as possible in removing the tumour. While speaking to Fox News Digital about the experience, Ricardo Komotar, MD, director of the brain tumour programme at Sylvester, said: "Christian was having issues with the left side of his body, particularly his left hand." "He was noticing issues with his dexterity that affected his ability to play the guitar," Komotar added. Also read: Scientists devise way to convert toxic cigarette butts into green fuel This is incredible. Playing a guitar during brain surgery. Some news is amazing and this was a story I just had to post. P.S. Did anyone see the movie Hannibal? It brought me back to a dreadful scene. I won't go into detail, but it certainly made that scene plausible.… pic.twitter.com/ENHdso8voc — Jennifer Coffindaffer (@CoffindafferFBI) January 16, 2024 × Komotar noted that Nolen needed surgery to confirm the diagnosis and determine the type of tumour — as every tumour has different treatment options. they also removed the tumour to the extent possible. Komotar added, "When a tumour is involving or near a critical part of the brain — something that controls the ability to speak or understand language or move — we want to do the surgery awake to continually monitor the patient, so you know if you start to violate normal brain functions." In an e-mail sent to Fox News Digital, Nolen said that at first it "didn't seem real". "I'd only really heard of procedures of that nature being done in shows and movies. I felt like it was such a unique experience that I couldn’t pass up — especially with my motor skills being on the line," he added.

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<p>A 22-year-old man from North Dakota, Jackson Allard, faced a dire situation after years of heavy vaping, leading to a life-threatening health crisis. Admitted to a clinic in October with stomach ache&nbsp;and low oxygen levels, he was diagnosed with Influenza 4 and double pneumonia. His deteriorating condition prompted a transfer to the University of Minnesota, where he was put on life support due to plummeting oxygen levels, reported the New York Post.</p>

<p>Jackson Allard's grandmother, Doreen Hurlbur, told NYP the severity of his condition, attributing his health struggles to vaping.</p>

<p>Despite being informed of a mere one per cent chance of survival by doctors, the family remained resolute in giving him every opportunity to fight. Hurlbur stressed the family's determination not to halt any procedures, emphasising their commitment to supporting his fight for life.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/scientists-devise-way-to-convert-toxic-cigarette-butts-into-green-fuel-673690">Also read |&nbsp;Scientists devise way to convert toxic cigarette butts into green fuel</a></p>

<h2><strong>Vaping addiction and warnings</strong></h2>

<p>According to Hurlbur, her grandson was a heavy vaper who disregarded repeated warnings to quit. Despite being urged to stop vaping due to its potential dangers surpassing traditional smoking, Allard insisted that vaping was "better than cigarettes."</p>

<p>The family's emotional ordeal included witnessing Allard's heart stop beating at one point, raising concerns about the impact of vaping on his health.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Australia bans import of all disposable vapes from January 2024</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>Miraculous double lung transplant and recovery</strong></h2>

<p>Jackson Allard underwent a groundbreaking double lung transplant on January 1, defying the grim odds against his survival. While he is expected to undergo regular checkups for the next six months, he faces a life-altering reality. Prohibited from smoking or drinking ever again, Allard's journey to recovery includes the need for another transplant in the future.</p>

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A 22-year-old man from North Dakota, Jackson Allard, faced a dire situation after years of heavy vaping, leading to a life-threatening health crisis. Admitted to a clinic in October with stomach ache and low oxygen levels, he was diagnosed with Influenza 4 and double pneumonia.

A 22-year-old man from North Dakota, Jackson Allard, faced a dire situation after years of heavy vaping, leading to a life-threatening health crisis. Admitted to a clinic in October with stomach ache and low oxygen levels, he was diagnosed with Influenza 4 and double pneumonia. His deteriorating condition prompted a transfer to the University of Minnesota, where he was put on life support due to plummeting oxygen levels, reported the New York Post. Jackson Allard's grandmother, Doreen Hurlbur, told NYP the severity of his condition, attributing his health struggles to vaping. Despite being informed of a mere one per cent chance of survival by doctors, the family remained resolute in giving him every opportunity to fight. Hurlbur stressed the family's determination not to halt any procedures, emphasising their commitment to supporting his fight for life. Also read | Scientists devise way to convert toxic cigarette butts into green fuel Vaping addiction and warnings According to Hurlbur, her grandson was a heavy vaper who disregarded repeated warnings to quit. Despite being urged to stop vaping due to its potential dangers surpassing traditional smoking, Allard insisted that vaping was "better than cigarettes." The family's emotional ordeal included witnessing Allard's heart stop beating at one point, raising concerns about the impact of vaping on his health. Also watch | Australia bans import of all disposable vapes from January 2024 Miraculous double lung transplant and recovery Jackson Allard underwent a groundbreaking double lung transplant on January 1, defying the grim odds against his survival. While he is expected to undergo regular checkups for the next six months, he faces a life-altering reality. Prohibited from smoking or drinking ever again, Allard's journey to recovery includes the need for another transplant in the future. (With inputs from agencies)

US man receives miraculous double lung transplant after heavy vaping, overcomes 1% survival odds

<p><strong>Ram Mandir consecration: </strong>As the consecration ceremony of Ayodhya’s Ram Mandir takes place on January 22, several media reports stated that donations for the temple have been increasing rapidly and doubling every hour. People from India and across the world are donating money to the Ram Mandir through the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, which is entrusted with the job of constructing the temple. Anyone using UPI apps like PhonePe and Google Pay can now donate directly to the trust via their mobile phones as the portal has now gone live on the Bharat Bill Payment System (BBPS).</p>

<h2><strong>How to make donations to Ram Temple in Ayodhya?</strong></h2>

<p>Visit the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust website (https://srjbtkshetra.org) for donations. Payment options include gateways, UPI, NEFT, IMPS, demand draft, and cheques.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Account details for contributing to the Ram Mandir can be found below:</p>

<p>State Bank of India<br />
A/C Name: Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra<br />
A/C No: 39161495808<br />
IFSC Code: SBIN0002510<br />
Branch: Naya Ghat, Ayodhya, UP<br />
UPI ID: shriramjanmbhoomi@sbi</p>

<p>Bank of Baroda<br />
UPI ID: shriramjanmbhoomi@bob<br />
Account Name: Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra<br />
Account Number: 05820100021211<br />
IFSC Code: BARB0AYODHY<br />
Branch Name: Naya Ghat, Ayodhya, UP</p>

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<p>Punjab National Bank<br />
Account Name: Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra<br />
Account number: 3865000100139999<br />
IFSC CODE: PUNB0386500<br />
BRANCH: Naya Ghat, Ayodhya, UP</p>

<h2><strong>How can foreigners donate to Ram Mandir?</strong></h2>

<p>Account Name: Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra<br />
Account number: 42162875158<br />
IFSC CODE: SBIN0000691<br />
SWIFT CODE: SBININBB104<br />
BRANCH: New Delhi Main Branch, 4th floor, FCRA Cell 11, Sansad Marg, New Delhi- 110001</p>

<h2><strong>Exercise caution</strong></h2>

<p>To prevent fraud, verify donation links and refrain from responding to unsolicited communications claiming to represent the trust. Legitimate organisations don't randomly seek financial contributions. Initiate donations through the official website for secure transactions.</p>

<h2><strong>Avail tax deduction</strong></h2>

<p>Contributions to the Ram Temple may qualify for income tax deductions.</p>

<p>The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust is recognised as a place of historic importance.</p>

<p>Up to 50 per cent of voluntary contributions for renovation/repair are eligible for deduction under sec 80G (2) (b) from FY 2020-2021, per the Income-tax Act, 1961. Note that cash donations over Rs 2,000 are not tax-deductible.</p>

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Ram Mandir consecration: As the consecration ceremony of Ayodhya’s Ram Mandir takes place on January 22, several media reports stated that donations for the temple have been increasing rapidly and doubling every hour.

Ram Mandir consecration: As the consecration ceremony of Ayodhya’s Ram Mandir takes place on January 22, several media reports stated that donations for the temple have been increasing rapidly and doubling every hour. People from India and across the world are donating money to the Ram Mandir through the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, which is entrusted with the job of constructing the temple. Anyone using UPI apps like PhonePe and Google Pay can now donate directly to the trust via their mobile phones as the portal has now gone live on the Bharat Bill Payment System (BBPS). How to make donations to Ram Temple in Ayodhya? Visit the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust website (https://srjbtkshetra.org) for donations. Payment options include gateways, UPI, NEFT, IMPS, demand draft, and cheques. Account details for contributing to the Ram Mandir can be found below: State Bank of India A/C Name: Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra A/C No: 39161495808 IFSC Code: SBIN0002510 Branch: Naya Ghat, Ayodhya, UP UPI ID: shriramjanmbhoomi@sbi Bank of Baroda UPI ID: shriramjanmbhoomi@bob Account Name: Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Account Number: 05820100021211 IFSC Code: BARB0AYODHY Branch Name: Naya Ghat, Ayodhya, UP Also read: Ram Mandir consecration: A timeline of Ram Janmabhoomi, the birthplace of Lord Ram Punjab National Bank Account Name: Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Account number: 3865000100139999 IFSC CODE: PUNB0386500 BRANCH: Naya Ghat, Ayodhya, UP How can foreigners donate to Ram Mandir? Account Name: Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Account number: 42162875158 IFSC CODE: SBIN0000691 SWIFT CODE: SBININBB104 BRANCH: New Delhi Main Branch, 4th floor, FCRA Cell 11, Sansad Marg, New Delhi- 110001 Exercise caution To prevent fraud, verify donation links and refrain from responding to unsolicited communications claiming to represent the trust. Legitimate organisations don't randomly seek financial contributions. Initiate donations through the official website for secure transactions. Avail tax deduction Contributions to the Ram Temple may qualify for income tax deductions. The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust is recognised as a place of historic importance. Up to 50 per cent of voluntary contributions for renovation/repair are eligible for deduction under sec 80G (2) (b) from FY 2020-2021, per the Income-tax Act, 1961. Note that cash donations over Rs 2,000 are not tax-deductible. (With inputs from agencies)

Ram Mandir consecration: Donations doubling every hour, here’s how to contribute and avail tax benefit

<p>As the grand Ram Temple rises in India’s holy city of Ayodhya, there has been a scourge of fake news on social media ahead of the consecration. For instance, a claim was widely shared by many popular accounts on X regarding the Ram Mandir and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, who has of late become the darling of Indian social media.</p>

<p>An X user ‘Baba Banaras’ claimed in his post that Meloni has posted a message for Hindus celebrating the consecration of the Ram Temple. The post also carried a video message by the Italian PM, showing an enchanted Meloni speaking in Italian language and then blowing a kiss in the end.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Italian PM Giorgia Meloni Message to Hindus for Ram Mandir <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RamMandirPranPratishta?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RamMandirPranPratishta</a>.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Translation?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Translation</a> : Best wishes to the Hindus in India and around the world on the Pran Pratistha ceremony. By restoring your prestige after hundreds of years of struggle, you have set an example for… <a href="https://t.co/z5fQCG5rg1">pic.twitter.com/z5fQCG5rg1</a></p>
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<p>The post further reads: “Translation: Best wishes to the Hindus in India and around the world on the Pran Pratistha ceremony. By restoring your prestige after hundreds of years of struggle, you have set an example for the world. Lots of love.”</p>

<p>The post immediately generated massive user interest, having amassed over 3,500 likes and 92,000 views within hours. Another user, Eminent Woke, also shared the same post, which got over 19,000 likes and was viewed by more than 600,000 people.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Italian PM Message to Hindus for Ram Mandir ❤️<a href="https://twitter.com/GiorgiaMeloni?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@GiorgiaMeloni</a> <a href="https://t.co/w5lg9abjI7">pic.twitter.com/w5lg9abjI7</a></p>
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<p>These posts were even picked by some Hindi news outlets, which attributed the translated message to the Italian PM. However, a lot of users pointed out in the comment section that the Italian PM was actually greeting her well-wishers for birthday wishes in the video and not wishing Hindus for the Ram Temple.</p>

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<p>Here is the actual translation of the video message: “Thank you all for the birthday wishes you sent me privately, with the posts on social media. Really a lot of encouragement of which I will treasure. You are my strength, I love you.”<br />
The original video, in fact, was published on January 15 on Meloni’s X account.</p>

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— Giorgia Meloni (@GiorgiaMeloni) <a href="https://twitter.com/GiorgiaMeloni/status/1746925403745169415?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 15, 2024</a></blockquote>
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As the grand Ram Temple rises in India’s holy city of Ayodhya, there has been a scourge of fake news on social media ahead of the consecration. For instance, a claim was widely shared by many popular accounts on X regarding the Ram Mandir and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, who has of late become the darling of Indian social media.

As the grand Ram Temple rises in India’s holy city of Ayodhya, there has been a scourge of fake news on social media ahead of the consecration. For instance, a claim was widely shared by many popular accounts on X regarding the Ram Mandir and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, who has of late become the darling of Indian social media. An X user ‘Baba Banaras’ claimed in his post that Meloni has posted a message for Hindus celebrating the consecration of the Ram Temple. The post also carried a video message by the Italian PM, showing an enchanted Meloni speaking in Italian language and then blowing a kiss in the end. Italian PM Giorgia Meloni Message to Hindus for Ram Mandir #RamMandirPranPratishta.#Translation : Best wishes to the Hindus in India and around the world on the Pran Pratistha ceremony. By restoring your prestige after hundreds of years of struggle, you have set an example for… pic.twitter.com/z5fQCG5rg1 — Baba Banaras™ (@RealBababanaras) January 21, 2024 × The post further reads: “Translation: Best wishes to the Hindus in India and around the world on the Pran Pratistha ceremony. By restoring your prestige after hundreds of years of struggle, you have set an example for the world. Lots of love.” The post immediately generated massive user interest, having amassed over 3,500 likes and 92,000 views within hours. Another user, Eminent Woke, also shared the same post, which got over 19,000 likes and was viewed by more than 600,000 people. Italian PM Message to Hindus for Ram Mandir ❤️@GiorgiaMeloni pic.twitter.com/w5lg9abjI7 — Eminent Woke (@WokePandemic) January 21, 2024 × These posts were even picked by some Hindi news outlets, which attributed the translated message to the Italian PM. However, a lot of users pointed out in the comment section that the Italian PM was actually greeting her well-wishers for birthday wishes in the video and not wishing Hindus for the Ram Temple. @Amit88339483 Done! Here is your English dub: https://t.co/1Pis5y1vgu 📺🔴 𝙔𝙤𝙪𝙏𝙪𝙗𝙚: https://t.co/NOojBAvkEA 💬🟢 𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩𝙨𝘼𝙥𝙥: https://t.co/S3vvLaDAyM 📱🔵 𝙏𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙢: https://t.co/znXbHu1u99 pic.twitter.com/rAriR0RRgB — EzDubs (@ezdubs_bot) January 21, 2024 × Here is the actual translation of the video message: “Thank you all for the birthday wishes you sent me privately, with the posts on social media. Really a lot of encouragement of which I will treasure. You are my strength, I love you.” The original video, in fact, was published on January 15 on Meloni’s X account. Grazie. Siete la mia forza! pic.twitter.com/QbPIEXWwRo — Giorgia Meloni (@GiorgiaMeloni) January 15, 2024 ×

Did Italian PM Meloni wish Hindus for Ram Mandir consecration? Here is the truth

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/ram-mandir-pran-pratishtha-ceremony-live-streaming-details-where-and-when-to-watch-in-india-us-681990">Ayodhya Ram Mandir Inauguration FREE Live Streaming</a>:</strong> The stage is set for the much-awaited Ram Temple consecration or "Pran Pratishtha" ceremony slated to be held on January 22 in the Indian holy city of Ayodhya. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be presiding over the event, which is expected to start at 12:20 pm IST and last for 40 minutes. While thousands of guests from India and across the globe are attending the event in person, here’s how you can watch the historic event unfold.</p>

<h2><strong>Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha Ceremony FREE Live Streaming in India</strong></h2>

<p>Ram Mandir consecration or Pran Pratishtha ceremony will be streamed live by DD News and DD National channels of Doordarshan throughout the day. Additionally, all news channels in the country will also cover the event live, including World Is One News (WION). To take part in the event virtually, you can also follow WION’s social media channels, website and X handle.</p>

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<p>Doordarshan is expected to provide a YouTube link to the Pran Pratishtha ceremony for viewers across the world. Additionally, viewers can download WION’s mobile app to watch the event on the go. The event will also be telecast&nbsp;by several news channels on their respective YouTube channels and OTT platforms.</p>

<h2><strong>Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha ceremony live streaming broadcast telecast on TV</strong></h2>

<p>Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha ceremony will be streamed live on Doordarshan channels.</p>

<p>We are giving you the links of the YouTube channels where you can watch the Pran Pratishtha ceremony and other important events of the day.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The viewers in the US can also follow the above channels to witness the live streaming of the Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha ceremony virtually. However, they should take into account the time difference to better align their schedule as per their respective time zones.</p>

<h2><strong>Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha ceremony timing in the US</strong></h2>

<p>According to the Eastern Standard Time (EST), the ceremony starts at 1:50 am on January 22. For those following the Central Standard Time (CST), the ceremony begins at 12:50 am on January 22.&nbsp;According to the Pacific Standard Time (PST), the "Pran Pratishtha"&nbsp;starts at 10:50 pm on January 21.</p>

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<p>Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha ceremony starts at 12:20 pm IST on January 22.</p>

<h3><strong>Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha ceremony timing in US</strong></h3>

<p>The ceremony starts at 1:50 am EST, 12:50 am CST (Jan 22) and 10:50 pm PST (Jan 21).</p>

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Ayodhya Ram Mandir Inauguration FREE Live Streaming: The stage is set for the much-awaited Ram Temple consecration or "Pran Pratishtha" ceremony slated to be held on January 22 in the Indian holy city of Ayodhya.

Ayodhya Ram Mandir Inauguration FREE Live Streaming: The stage is set for the much-awaited Ram Temple consecration or "Pran Pratishtha" ceremony slated to be held on January 22 in the Indian holy city of Ayodhya. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be presiding over the event, which is expected to start at 12:20 pm IST and last for 40 minutes. While thousands of guests from India and across the globe are attending the event in person, here’s how you can watch the historic event unfold. Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha Ceremony FREE Live Streaming in India Ram Mandir consecration or Pran Pratishtha ceremony will be streamed live by DD News and DD National channels of Doordarshan throughout the day. Additionally, all news channels in the country will also cover the event live, including World Is One News (WION). To take part in the event virtually, you can also follow WION’s social media channels, website and X handle. Ram Mandir Inauguration live streaming on phone Doordarshan is expected to provide a YouTube link to the Pran Pratishtha ceremony for viewers across the world. Additionally, viewers can download WION’s mobile app to watch the event on the go. The event will also be telecast by several news channels on their respective YouTube channels and OTT platforms. Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha ceremony live streaming broadcast telecast on TV Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha ceremony will be streamed live on Doordarshan channels. We are giving you the links of the YouTube channels where you can watch the Pran Pratishtha ceremony and other important events of the day. Narendra Modi https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EU4fJn0YdXw BJP https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n54--7d0b7k Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha ceremony live streaming Watch in US The viewers in the US can also follow the above channels to witness the live streaming of the Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha ceremony virtually. However, they should take into account the time difference to better align their schedule as per their respective time zones. Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha ceremony timing in the US According to the Eastern Standard Time (EST), the ceremony starts at 1:50 am on January 22. For those following the Central Standard Time (CST), the ceremony begins at 12:50 am on January 22. According to the Pacific Standard Time (PST), the "Pran Pratishtha" starts at 10:50 pm on January 21. Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha ceremony timing Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha ceremony starts at 12:20 pm IST on January 22. Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha ceremony timing in US The ceremony starts at 1:50 am EST, 12:50 am CST (Jan 22) and 10:50 pm PST (Jan 21).

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<p>The 51-inch Ram Lalla idol, sculpted by Arun Yogiraj, will be placed in Ayodhya's Ram Temple on Monday during the 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony. The original Ram Lalla idol, the new one, and the two which were not selected will remain in the Ram Temple, said Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The old idol will be placed in front of the new idol, reported PTI citing Govind Dev Giri, the treasurer of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. A new Ram Lalla idol will be placed as the old idol is five to six inches in height and cannot be seen from a distance of 25 to 30 feet. Currently, the old idol is in an interim shrine.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It (the original Ram Lalla idol) will be placed in front of Ram Lalla. The original idol is very important. It is five to six inches in height and cannot be seen from a distance of 25 to 30 feet. That is why we needed a bigger idol," said Giri, as per PTI report.</p>

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<p>The new Ram Lalla idol has been placed in the sanctum sanctorum of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. On January 22, the eyes of the idol will be uncovered at 12:20 pm IST during the Pran Pratishtha rituals.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust selected the idol as it reflected the qualities they&nbsp;were looking for. According to the trust, the new idol perfectly blends child-like innocence with divinity and royalty.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"It was very difficult for us to choose one idol out of three. All of them are very beautiful and all followed the criteria provided by us," said Giri on the selection of the Ram Lalla idol sculpted by Arun Yogiraj.</p>

<p>"The first criterion was that the face should be child-like with a divine glow. Lord Ram was&nbsp;<em>ajaanbaahu</em>&nbsp;(a person whose arms reach near the knees). So the arms should be of that length."</p>

<p>The two idols which were not selected by the trust will also remain in the Ram Temple premises. One of them is a 51-inch idol carved in dark stone and another is carved in pure white Makrana marble from Rajasthan. They will be on the first and second floors of the temples.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The 51-inch Ram Lalla idol, sculpted by Arun Yogiraj, will be placed in Ayodhya's Ram Temple on Monday during the 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony. The original Ram Lalla idol, the new one, and the two which were not selected will remain in the Ram Temple, said Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust.

The 51-inch Ram Lalla idol, sculpted by Arun Yogiraj, will be placed in Ayodhya's Ram Temple on Monday during the 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony. The original Ram Lalla idol, the new one, and the two which were not selected will remain in the Ram Temple, said Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. The old idol will be placed in front of the new idol, reported PTI citing Govind Dev Giri, the treasurer of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. A new Ram Lalla idol will be placed as the old idol is five to six inches in height and cannot be seen from a distance of 25 to 30 feet. Currently, the old idol is in an interim shrine. "It (the original Ram Lalla idol) will be placed in front of Ram Lalla. The original idol is very important. It is five to six inches in height and cannot be seen from a distance of 25 to 30 feet. That is why we needed a bigger idol," said Giri, as per PTI report. ALSO READ | Ram Temple Inauguration: Tamil Nadu responds to Nirmala Sitharaman's claims of banning live telecast of event The new Ram Lalla idol has been placed in the sanctum sanctorum of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. On January 22, the eyes of the idol will be uncovered at 12:20 pm IST during the Pran Pratishtha rituals. The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust selected the idol as it reflected the qualities they were looking for. According to the trust, the new idol perfectly blends child-like innocence with divinity and royalty. ALSO READ | ‘Ram Aayenge’ in Lata Mangeshkar’s voice: AI-created version of song goes viral on social media "It was very difficult for us to choose one idol out of three. All of them are very beautiful and all followed the criteria provided by us," said Giri on the selection of the Ram Lalla idol sculpted by Arun Yogiraj. "The first criterion was that the face should be child-like with a divine glow. Lord Ram was ajaanbaahu (a person whose arms reach near the knees). So the arms should be of that length." The two idols which were not selected by the trust will also remain in the Ram Temple premises. One of them is a 51-inch idol carved in dark stone and another is carved in pure white Makrana marble from Rajasthan. They will be on the first and second floors of the temples. (With inputs from agencies)

Ram Mandir: All you need to know about new and old Ram Lalla idols and where they will be placed

<p>Dynamic Parcel Distribution (DPD), a parcel service in UK had to rush for damage control after one of its frustrated customers got the company's artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot to write a poem on how bad the company's customer service is. And the chatbot wrote it.</p>

<p>Ashley Beauchamp, the customer, still hasn't received his parcel.</p>

<p>He tried asking DPD's chatbot to share the company's customer care number. After failing to get it despite everal tries, a frustrated Beauchamp asked the chatbot to tell him a joke. When the chatbot obeyed, he decided to try his luck by asking it to compose a poem about the company's bad customer service.</p>

<p>"There was once a chatbot named DPD, Who was useless at providing help," the bot wrote.</p>

<p>"DPD was a waste of time, And a customer's worst nightmare," the bot continued before concluding: "One day, DPD was finally shut down and everyone rejoiced. Finally they could get the help they needed, From a real person who knew what they were doing."</p>

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<p>Beauchamp, who is a pianist and a conductor, has posted the hilarious exchange between him and the chatbot on social media plaform X (formerly Twitter). At the time of publishing of this story, the post had garnered 1.4 million views.</p>

<p>"Parcel delivery firm DPD have replaced their customer service chat with an AI robot thing. It’s utterly useless at answering any queries, and when asked, it happily produced a poem about how terrible they are as a company. It also swore at me," says the post.</p>

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<p>He told ITV television that he had still not received the parcel.</p>

<p>"I think they might hold it hostage now. I wouldn't blame them," he said. "That's totally on me."</p>

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<p>DPD UK, meanwhile, said that the funny incident was a result of an error. The company said that it had used an AI element within its chat system successfully for years but the error occurred after an update.</p>

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<p>"The AI element was immediately disabled and is currently being updated," said the company said in a statement as reported by ITV.</p>

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Dynamic Parcel Distribution (DPD), a parcel service in UK had to rush for damage control after one of its frustrated customers got the company's artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot to write a poem on how bad the company's customer service is.

Dynamic Parcel Distribution (DPD), a parcel service in UK had to rush for damage control after one of its frustrated customers got the company's artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot to write a poem on how bad the company's customer service is. And the chatbot wrote it. Ashley Beauchamp, the customer, still hasn't received his parcel. He tried asking DPD's chatbot to share the company's customer care number. After failing to get it despite everal tries, a frustrated Beauchamp asked the chatbot to tell him a joke. When the chatbot obeyed, he decided to try his luck by asking it to compose a poem about the company's bad customer service. "There was once a chatbot named DPD, Who was useless at providing help," the bot wrote. "DPD was a waste of time, And a customer's worst nightmare," the bot continued before concluding: "One day, DPD was finally shut down and everyone rejoiced. Finally they could get the help they needed, From a real person who knew what they were doing." Watch | UK Court: Walkers' Poppadoms are potato chips × Beauchamp, who is a pianist and a conductor, has posted the hilarious exchange between him and the chatbot on social media plaform X (formerly Twitter). At the time of publishing of this story, the post had garnered 1.4 million views. "Parcel delivery firm DPD have replaced their customer service chat with an AI robot thing. It’s utterly useless at answering any queries, and when asked, it happily produced a poem about how terrible they are as a company. It also swore at me," says the post. Parcel delivery firm DPD have replaced their customer service chat with an AI robot thing. It’s utterly useless at answering any queries, and when asked, it happily produced a poem about how terrible they are as a company. It also swore at me. 😂 pic.twitter.com/vjWlrIP3wn — Ashley Beauchamp (@ashbeauchamp) January 18, 2024 × He told ITV television that he had still not received the parcel. "I think they might hold it hostage now. I wouldn't blame them," he said. "That's totally on me." Also Read | Butter Chicken bitterness: Indian restaurant sues rival chain over ‘invention’ claim DPD UK, meanwhile, said that the funny incident was a result of an error. The company said that it had used an AI element within its chat system successfully for years but the error occurred after an update. Also Read | Mars rock resembling iconic Star Trek symbol snapped by NASA’s Curiosity rover "The AI element was immediately disabled and is currently being updated," said the company said in a statement as reported by ITV. (With inputs from agencies)

Angry customer gets parcel service's AI to write poem on how bad it is

<p>A woman recently set the cat among the pigeons on social media platform Reddit by claiming that her mother and her mother’s friend Lisa were ‘abducted’ by aliens when both of them were teenagers. She also claimed that while her mother doesn’t remember anything about the alleged encounter with aliens, Lisa remembers being kidnapped by aliens, not just once but four times.</p>

<p>The post on Reddit has now gone viral on social media.</p>

<p>According to the post, the woman’s mum and her friend were hanging out on their roof when suddenly they saw “a bright light in the sky". The post reads, “Next thing they know, the light is gone. The thing is, they think they've been on the roof for like 15 minutes, but something like three hours passed."</p>

<p>After this incident, the duo met with each other after a gap of 10 years, only to find out that the two had grown up into two different personalities altogether. According to the woman’s mother, Lisa would always appear with a very "dreamy" demeanour, "like she was really happy and at peace, for no good reason," the post stated.</p>

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<p>The post added that Lisa still remembers her encounter with the aliens, something which happened at least four times. “She said that at first, it was all in bits and pieces and she couldn't remember any of it clearly. She was confused and scared and wanted to avoid discussing it. Then, as time passed, she began to remember more of it," the post read.</p>

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<p>Lisa claims that she was kidnapped by aliens three more times after the initial incident and is now developing a “friendly relationship” with them. The woman writes: "When mum asks what 'the truth' is, Lisa just says that 'you will know eventually', and she says that once she learned of 'the truth', then 'everything became wonderful'."</p>

<p>Do aliens exist? That’s one of the most intriguing questions that our curious generation faces today. However, with rumours regarding their presence cropping up every now and then on social media, we have still not gotten any solid evidence hinting at their existence.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A woman recently set the cat among the pigeons on social media platform Reddit by claiming that her mother and her mother’s friend Lisa were ‘abducted’ by aliens when both of them were teenagers.

A woman recently set the cat among the pigeons on social media platform Reddit by claiming that her mother and her mother’s friend Lisa were ‘abducted’ by aliens when both of them were teenagers. She also claimed that while her mother doesn’t remember anything about the alleged encounter with aliens, Lisa remembers being kidnapped by aliens, not just once but four times. The post on Reddit has now gone viral on social media. According to the post, the woman’s mum and her friend were hanging out on their roof when suddenly they saw “a bright light in the sky". The post reads, “Next thing they know, the light is gone. The thing is, they think they've been on the roof for like 15 minutes, but something like three hours passed." After this incident, the duo met with each other after a gap of 10 years, only to find out that the two had grown up into two different personalities altogether. According to the woman’s mother, Lisa would always appear with a very "dreamy" demeanour, "like she was really happy and at peace, for no good reason," the post stated. Also read: Aliens could be secretly watching us but with a 3,000-year delay: Study The post added that Lisa still remembers her encounter with the aliens, something which happened at least four times. “She said that at first, it was all in bits and pieces and she couldn't remember any of it clearly. She was confused and scared and wanted to avoid discussing it. Then, as time passed, she began to remember more of it," the post read. Watch: Aliens in Mexico? Sensational claim on aliens × Lisa claims that she was kidnapped by aliens three more times after the initial incident and is now developing a “friendly relationship” with them. The woman writes: "When mum asks what 'the truth' is, Lisa just says that 'you will know eventually', and she says that once she learned of 'the truth', then 'everything became wonderful'." Do aliens exist? That’s one of the most intriguing questions that our curious generation faces today. However, with rumours regarding their presence cropping up every now and then on social media, we have still not gotten any solid evidence hinting at their existence. (With inputs from agencies)

‘Aliens kidnapped my mom,’ woman leaves Reddit stunned with otherworldly claim

<p>With less than 24 hours remaining for the auspicious Pran Pratishtha ceremony of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, it becomes imperative to know what remains open and what remains closed on Monday (Jan 22) in India to avoid unnecessary inconvenience. The ceremony is expected to take place between 12:20 pm IST and 1:00 pm. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will preside over the consecration ceremony. A team of priests led by Lakshmikant Dixit will lead the main rituals. Several celebrities, industrialists and noted personalities have also been invited to the ceremony.</p>

<h2><strong>1) AIIMS Delhi, RML hospitals to remain operational the whole day</strong></h2>

<p>The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi has rolled back its decision to observe a half working day on Jan 22 on the occasion of the consecration ceremony of Ayodhya Ram Temple. The Outpatient Department (OPD) will now remain operational throughout Monday. Earlier, the AIIMS Delhi on Saturday (Jan 20) said it will observe a half-day on January 22.&nbsp;The Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital&nbsp;will also remain operational throughout Monday.</p>

<h2><strong>2) Banks to observe half-day off</strong></h2>

<p>All Public sector banks (PSBs), insurance companies, financial institutions, and regional rural banks will observe a half-day on Monday, as per orders from the Ministry of Finance. The banks will become operational after 2:30 pm IST.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>3) Are educational facilities open or closed?</strong></h2>

<p>Several states have declared a full-day holiday for educational facilities on Monday. Uttar Pradesh, Assam, Madhya Pradesh, Goa, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Uttarakhand, Maharashtra, and Puducherry are some of the states/UTs where a full day off will be observed.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/ram-mandir-pran-pratishtha-ceremony-live-streaming-details-where-and-when-to-watch-in-india-us-681990"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha ceremony live streaming details</strong></a></p>

<p>Meanwhile, states including Tripura, Rajasthan, Odisha, and Gujarat have declared a half-day holiday till 2:30 pm IST.</p>

<h2><strong>4) Government offices and institutions</strong></h2>

<p>The Central government declared a half-day closure for all central government offices, Central Institutions, and Central Industrial Establishments across the country on Monday. State governments like Tripura, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Delhi, Odisha, Assam, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Haryana, and Uttarakhand have declared a half-day off while governments in Goa, Maharashtra, Chandigarh and Puducherry have declared a full-day off.</p>

<h2><strong>5) Stock market to remain closed</strong></h2>

<p>The stock market will remain shut on Monday. It means that trading across equities, debt, and money markets will not take place.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


With less than 24 hours remaining for the auspicious Pran Pratishtha ceremony of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, it becomes imperative to know what remains open and what remains closed on Monday (Jan 22) in India to avoid unnecessary inconvenience.

With less than 24 hours remaining for the auspicious Pran Pratishtha ceremony of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, it becomes imperative to know what remains open and what remains closed on Monday (Jan 22) in India to avoid unnecessary inconvenience. The ceremony is expected to take place between 12:20 pm IST and 1:00 pm. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will preside over the consecration ceremony. A team of priests led by Lakshmikant Dixit will lead the main rituals. Several celebrities, industrialists and noted personalities have also been invited to the ceremony. 1) AIIMS Delhi, RML hospitals to remain operational the whole day The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi has rolled back its decision to observe a half working day on Jan 22 on the occasion of the consecration ceremony of Ayodhya Ram Temple. The Outpatient Department (OPD) will now remain operational throughout Monday. Earlier, the AIIMS Delhi on Saturday (Jan 20) said it will observe a half-day on January 22. The Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital will also remain operational throughout Monday. 2) Banks to observe half-day off All Public sector banks (PSBs), insurance companies, financial institutions, and regional rural banks will observe a half-day on Monday, as per orders from the Ministry of Finance. The banks will become operational after 2:30 pm IST. 3) Are educational facilities open or closed? Several states have declared a full-day holiday for educational facilities on Monday. Uttar Pradesh, Assam, Madhya Pradesh, Goa, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Uttarakhand, Maharashtra, and Puducherry are some of the states/UTs where a full day off will be observed. Also read: Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha ceremony live streaming details Meanwhile, states including Tripura, Rajasthan, Odisha, and Gujarat have declared a half-day holiday till 2:30 pm IST. 4) Government offices and institutions The Central government declared a half-day closure for all central government offices, Central Institutions, and Central Industrial Establishments across the country on Monday. State governments like Tripura, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Delhi, Odisha, Assam, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Haryana, and Uttarakhand have declared a half-day off while governments in Goa, Maharashtra, Chandigarh and Puducherry have declared a full-day off. 5) Stock market to remain closed The stock market will remain shut on Monday. It means that trading across equities, debt, and money markets will not take place. (With inputs from agencies)

Ram Mandir consecration ceremony: What’s open and closed on Jan 22? 5 key points

<p>A UK man reportedly died after chopping off his penis as ‘he no longer needed it,’ according to an inquest heard on Friday (Jan 19). The 63-year-old man, identified as Reginald Alan Roach, had a history of mental illness. The incident took place on November 6, 2022 as&nbsp;the man was discovered lying in a field in Bangor, North Wales by a retired nurse Margaret Webster.</p>

<p>According to UK media, Roach was “groaning” as Webster found him and she could not feel a pulse. "I lifted his jogging bottoms and could see blood covering his groin area," she said during the inquest.</p>

<p>She started CPR and called 999. The paramedics arrived soon, along with police, who revealed that the man’s genitals had been cut off.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>A shocking claim was made regarding Alan Roach by the police that said he was previously wanted on a warrant and had allegedly told a probation officer that he was too old while pointing to his crotch and said he "did not need these."</p>

<p>Roach allegedly suffered a cardiac arrest following the amputation and later succumbed to injuries during the treatment in a Bangor hospital. A post-mortem examination revealed he had not been assaulted and his body didn’t bear any evidence hinting forced trauma. Dr Brian Rodgers, a Home Office pathologist who conducted the post-mortem, later said, "It's likely he would have bled profusely."</p>

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<p>Michael Murphy, a trainee probation officer who was the offender manager of Roach previously, told the inquest he twice met Roach, of Ty Newydd bail hostel in Bangor. He then explained that on one occasion while pointing to his crotch, Roach had said: "I'm old now. I have no use for these. You can take them if you want." Murphy thought Roach was just making casual remarks and was kidding.</p>

<p>Kate Robertson, the senior coroner for northwest Wales, said she was recording a conclusion of suicide in the case as Roach’s actions only had consequences for himself.</p>

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A UK man reportedly died after chopping off his penis as ‘he no longer needed it,’ according to an inquest heard on Friday (Jan 19). The 63-year-old man, identified as Reginald Alan Roach, had a history of mental illness.

A UK man reportedly died after chopping off his penis as ‘he no longer needed it,’ according to an inquest heard on Friday (Jan 19). The 63-year-old man, identified as Reginald Alan Roach, had a history of mental illness. The incident took place on November 6, 2022 as the man was discovered lying in a field in Bangor, North Wales by a retired nurse Margaret Webster. According to UK media, Roach was “groaning” as Webster found him and she could not feel a pulse. "I lifted his jogging bottoms and could see blood covering his groin area," she said during the inquest. She started CPR and called 999. The paramedics arrived soon, along with police, who revealed that the man’s genitals had been cut off. Watch: British Army will have less than 72,000 personnel by 2026: Report × A shocking claim was made regarding Alan Roach by the police that said he was previously wanted on a warrant and had allegedly told a probation officer that he was too old while pointing to his crotch and said he "did not need these." Roach allegedly suffered a cardiac arrest following the amputation and later succumbed to injuries during the treatment in a Bangor hospital. A post-mortem examination revealed he had not been assaulted and his body didn’t bear any evidence hinting forced trauma. Dr Brian Rodgers, a Home Office pathologist who conducted the post-mortem, later said, "It's likely he would have bled profusely." Also read: UK House of Commons OKs bill to send migrants to Rwanda, 320 back PM Rishi Sunak`s plan Michael Murphy, a trainee probation officer who was the offender manager of Roach previously, told the inquest he twice met Roach, of Ty Newydd bail hostel in Bangor. He then explained that on one occasion while pointing to his crotch, Roach had said: "I'm old now. I have no use for these. You can take them if you want." Murphy thought Roach was just making casual remarks and was kidding. Kate Robertson, the senior coroner for northwest Wales, said she was recording a conclusion of suicide in the case as Roach’s actions only had consequences for himself. (With inputs from agencies)

UK man bled to death after chopping off his penis, new details reveal

<p>A US-bound passenger plane was forced to return to Japan after a man bit a female attendant mid-flight on Tuesday (Jan 16). The All Nippon Airways (ANA) flight took off at 9:47 pm local time and was scheduled to land in Seattle 10 hours later. But, as per the data from a flight tracking website, the plane returned to Japan’s Haneda Airport three hours later. The suspect has been identified as a 55-year-old American citizen, but his name was not revealed by the authorities. The man was handed over to local police soon after the plane touched down. The man was arrested on assault charges.</p>

<p>"While flying over the Pacific Ocean, a passenger who was heavily intoxicated bit the arm of a female cabin attendant prompting the plane to return to Tokyo Haneda airport," a spokesperson for All Nippon Airways was quoted as saying by NBC News Thursday (Jan 18).</p>

<p>According to local media, the man told police that he had taken sleeping pills and didn’t remember exactly what transpired on the flight. The plane had 159 passengers onboard when the incident happened and was flying over the Pacific Ocean.</p>

<h2><strong>Third incident involving ANA within a week</strong></h2>

<p>It is the second incident involving All Nippon Airways within days. On Saturday (Jan 13), a domestic ANA flight had to return after a crack was discovered in the window of the cockpit. "The crack was not something that affected the flight's control or pressurisation," an ANA spokesperson later clarified.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;US bound plane returns to Japan after 'drunk' man bites crew member</strong></p>

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<p>On Sunday (Jan 14), an ANA aircraft came into "contact" with a Delta Air Lines plane at the Chicago airport in the United States, the Japanese airline told AFP. No one was injured in the incident.</p>

<h2><strong>Previous instances of passengers causing chaos in cabin</strong></h2>

<p>In July 2022, a woman reportedly hit, bit and spit at cabin crew on an American Airlines flight from Dallas to Charlotte, prompting the USA’s Federal Aviation Administration to issue a $81,950 fine.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-cathay-pacific-and-korean-air-planes-collide-on-airport-680571"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Japan: Cathay Pacific and Korean Air planes ‘collide’ on airport runway</strong></a></p>

<p>The same month, another woman attempted to hug and kiss another passenger and bit a passenger several times on a Delta Air Lines flight from Las Vegas to Atlanta, the FAA said. The woman was fined $77,272. The two incidents saw the largest-ever fines issued by the FAA in the US.</p>

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A US-bound passenger plane was forced to return to Japan after a man bit a female attendant mid-flight on Tuesday (Jan 16). The All Nippon Airways (ANA) flight took off at 9:47 pm local time and was scheduled to land in Seattle 10 hours later.

A US-bound passenger plane was forced to return to Japan after a man bit a female attendant mid-flight on Tuesday (Jan 16). The All Nippon Airways (ANA) flight took off at 9:47 pm local time and was scheduled to land in Seattle 10 hours later. But, as per the data from a flight tracking website, the plane returned to Japan’s Haneda Airport three hours later. The suspect has been identified as a 55-year-old American citizen, but his name was not revealed by the authorities. The man was handed over to local police soon after the plane touched down. The man was arrested on assault charges. "While flying over the Pacific Ocean, a passenger who was heavily intoxicated bit the arm of a female cabin attendant prompting the plane to return to Tokyo Haneda airport," a spokesperson for All Nippon Airways was quoted as saying by NBC News Thursday (Jan 18). According to local media, the man told police that he had taken sleeping pills and didn’t remember exactly what transpired on the flight. The plane had 159 passengers onboard when the incident happened and was flying over the Pacific Ocean. Third incident involving ANA within a week It is the second incident involving All Nippon Airways within days. On Saturday (Jan 13), a domestic ANA flight had to return after a crack was discovered in the window of the cockpit. "The crack was not something that affected the flight's control or pressurisation," an ANA spokesperson later clarified. Watch: US bound plane returns to Japan after 'drunk' man bites crew member × On Sunday (Jan 14), an ANA aircraft came into "contact" with a Delta Air Lines plane at the Chicago airport in the United States, the Japanese airline told AFP. No one was injured in the incident. Previous instances of passengers causing chaos in cabin In July 2022, a woman reportedly hit, bit and spit at cabin crew on an American Airlines flight from Dallas to Charlotte, prompting the USA’s Federal Aviation Administration to issue a $81,950 fine. Also read: Japan: Cathay Pacific and Korean Air planes ‘collide’ on airport runway The same month, another woman attempted to hug and kiss another passenger and bit a passenger several times on a Delta Air Lines flight from Las Vegas to Atlanta, the FAA said. The woman was fined $77,272. The two incidents saw the largest-ever fines issued by the FAA in the US. (With inputs from agencies)

Passenger bites female attendant mid-flight, forcing plane to return to Japan

<p>A woman in the UK has claimed that a man who stayed as her Airbnb guest raped her.</p>

<p>Airbnb is an online platform that allows people to rent out their properties partially or fully for short-term stays.</p>

<p>The alleged incident took place in Croydon, London in May 2021. The woman was renting out a spare room in her home for the first time.</p>

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The alleged perpetrator, named in police records as Diego Dellarovere, was her guest.<br />
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The woman told police that he raped her after offering to massage her,&nbsp;according to multiple reports. The man denied the claims.</p>

<p><strong>WATCH:&nbsp;Airbnb: Quarterly revenue to fall short of expectations</strong><br />
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<h2>A pre-meditated assault? Suspect lived not far away</h2>

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It emerged during a court hearing that Dellarovere, 43,&nbsp;actually lived in Kensington, just 12 miles away from the woman's home, which the woman said she found "strange".&nbsp;</p>

<p>The two were enjoying a glass of wine before the man proceeded to assault her.</p>

<p>"When I was sitting on the couch he was touching my legs and said, 'put on spa music and I can give you a massage'," &nbsp;The Telegraph newspaper quoted the woman as saying.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/guests-from-hell-airbnb-owner-gets-1570-bill-after-visitors-leave-taps-gas-open-for-25-days-586120">'Guests from hell': Airbnb owner gets $1,570 bill after visitors leave taps, gas open for 25 days</a></strong><br />
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She later rushed to her&nbsp;room and locked herself in, hiding&nbsp;in her own home with a kitchen knife, along with her dog and cat.</p>

<p>"I'll leave a good review," he allegedly told her before leaving the next morning.</p>

<p>She initially thought of complaining only to Airbnb but was afraid "he is likely going to do that to someone again", and went instead to launch a police complaint.<br />
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<h2>Horror stories in Airbnb are nothing new<br />
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<p>It's not the first time that Airbnb has been in the news for all the wrong reasons.</p>

<p>Last October in Minnesota,&nbsp;US,&nbsp;police recovered 11 guns, which included automatic weapons – stashed in boxes, walls and food wrappers from a teenager in an Airbnb property.<br />
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Also in the US last year, an Airbnb guest refused to vacate a Los Angeles property even after staying there for six months and extending her stay by 18 months.&nbsp;<br />
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Last April in South Korea,&nbsp;an Airbnb host was left with a $1,570&nbsp;bill after a Chinese couple who stayed there left the taps and gas on for 25 days to punish the host.&nbsp;<br />
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A woman in the UK has claimed that a man who stayed as her Airbnb guest raped her. Airbnb is an online platform that allows people to rent out their properties partially or fully for short-term stays.

A woman in the UK has claimed that a man who stayed as her Airbnb guest raped her. Airbnb is an online platform that allows people to rent out their properties partially or fully for short-term stays. The alleged incident took place in Croydon, London in May 2021. The woman was renting out a spare room in her home for the first time. Also read: Airbnb's Italian Job: Seizure of $835.5 million sparks tax evasion storm The alleged perpetrator, named in police records as Diego Dellarovere, was her guest. The woman told police that he raped her after offering to massage her, according to multiple reports. The man denied the claims. WATCH: Airbnb: Quarterly revenue to fall short of expectations × A pre-meditated assault? Suspect lived not far away It emerged during a court hearing that Dellarovere, 43, actually lived in Kensington, just 12 miles away from the woman's home, which the woman said she found "strange". The two were enjoying a glass of wine before the man proceeded to assault her. "When I was sitting on the couch he was touching my legs and said, 'put on spa music and I can give you a massage'," The Telegraph newspaper quoted the woman as saying. Also read: 'Guests from hell': Airbnb owner gets $1,570 bill after visitors leave taps, gas open for 25 days She later rushed to her room and locked herself in, hiding in her own home with a kitchen knife, along with her dog and cat. "I'll leave a good review," he allegedly told her before leaving the next morning. She initially thought of complaining only to Airbnb but was afraid "he is likely going to do that to someone again", and went instead to launch a police complaint. Horror stories in Airbnb are nothing new It's not the first time that Airbnb has been in the news for all the wrong reasons. Last October in Minnesota, US, police recovered 11 guns, which included automatic weapons – stashed in boxes, walls and food wrappers from a teenager in an Airbnb property. Also in the US last year, an Airbnb guest refused to vacate a Los Angeles property even after staying there for six months and extending her stay by 18 months. Last April in South Korea, an Airbnb host was left with a $1,570 bill after a Chinese couple who stayed there left the taps and gas on for 25 days to punish the host. (With inputs from agencies)

Airbnb rape: He was her first-ever guest, assaulted her and then promised to give good review

<p>A rare silver coin, believed to be 2,500 years old, has been unearthed near the holy town of Jerusalem. The find indicates that early currency was indeed used in ancient Judea, conclude archaeologists.</p>

<p>The coin dates back to the fifth or sixth century B.C. when Achaemenid Persians used to rule Judea. The coin, unearthed recently, was found cut in half so that it could be valued for its weight. Experts point out that only a handful of such coins have been discovered so far.</p>

<p>"The coin is extremely rare, joining only half a dozen coins of its type that have been found in archaeological excavations in the country," Robert Kool, a coin expert at the Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA), said in a statement.</p>

<p>"The coins were minted in a period when the use of coins had just begun," he added.</p>

<h2><strong>Where was the coin found?</strong></h2>

<p>The coin was discovered during an excavation meant for expanding a roadway at a place about 16 kilometres southwest of Jerusalem. The area used to be a rural region in the ancient Kingdom of Judea, which had its capital at Jerusalem.</p>

<p>Not just the coin, the remains of a "four room house," a traditional dwelling during this period, were also unearthed at the site, and the archaeologists also discovered a spherical sheqel weight — just under half an ounce (11 grams) — in one of the rooms.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Scientists welcome new antibiotic that kills drug-resistant bacteria CRAB</strong></p>

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<p>The rare discoveries illustrate the evolution of trade in Judea, transitioning from weighing silver pieces to the use of coins during this era, as stated by Kool.</p>

<h2><strong>Where did the coins originate?</strong></h2>

<p>These early coins, originating from regions like ancient Greece, Cyprus, and Turkey, began appearing in the land of Israel in the sixth and fifth centuries BCE, according to Kool.</p>

<p>Despite this, the fact that the coin was deliberately broken in two, allowing each half to be valued based on its silver weight, indicates that the universal adoption of coins was not yet prevalent during this period—a practice now recognised as "hacksilver" or "hacksilbur."</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/us-police-warn-against-life-threatening-knock-the-door-tiktok-trend-681534"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;US: Police warn against life-threatening knock-the-door TikTok trend</strong></a></p>

<p>The coin, featuring a square stamp on one side, contrasts with later coins that employed more sophisticated techniques, resulting in raised stamped images rather than sunken ones, as highlighted in the statement.</p>

<p>Eli Escusido, the IAA's director, emphasised the significance of visual details, inscriptions, and dates on early coins as vital sources of archaeological information.</p>

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A rare silver coin, believed to be 2,500 years old, has been unearthed near the holy town of Jerusalem. The find indicates that early currency was indeed used in ancient Judea, conclude archaeologists.

A rare silver coin, believed to be 2,500 years old, has been unearthed near the holy town of Jerusalem. The find indicates that early currency was indeed used in ancient Judea, conclude archaeologists. The coin dates back to the fifth or sixth century B.C. when Achaemenid Persians used to rule Judea. The coin, unearthed recently, was found cut in half so that it could be valued for its weight. Experts point out that only a handful of such coins have been discovered so far. "The coin is extremely rare, joining only half a dozen coins of its type that have been found in archaeological excavations in the country," Robert Kool, a coin expert at the Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA), said in a statement. "The coins were minted in a period when the use of coins had just begun," he added. Where was the coin found? The coin was discovered during an excavation meant for expanding a roadway at a place about 16 kilometres southwest of Jerusalem. The area used to be a rural region in the ancient Kingdom of Judea, which had its capital at Jerusalem. Not just the coin, the remains of a "four room house," a traditional dwelling during this period, were also unearthed at the site, and the archaeologists also discovered a spherical sheqel weight — just under half an ounce (11 grams) — in one of the rooms. Watch: Scientists welcome new antibiotic that kills drug-resistant bacteria CRAB × The rare discoveries illustrate the evolution of trade in Judea, transitioning from weighing silver pieces to the use of coins during this era, as stated by Kool. Where did the coins originate? These early coins, originating from regions like ancient Greece, Cyprus, and Turkey, began appearing in the land of Israel in the sixth and fifth centuries BCE, according to Kool. Despite this, the fact that the coin was deliberately broken in two, allowing each half to be valued based on its silver weight, indicates that the universal adoption of coins was not yet prevalent during this period—a practice now recognised as "hacksilver" or "hacksilbur." Also read: US: Police warn against life-threatening knock-the-door TikTok trend The coin, featuring a square stamp on one side, contrasts with later coins that employed more sophisticated techniques, resulting in raised stamped images rather than sunken ones, as highlighted in the statement. Eli Escusido, the IAA's director, emphasised the significance of visual details, inscriptions, and dates on early coins as vital sources of archaeological information. (With inputs from agencies)

‘Extremely rare’ 2,500-year-old broken silver coin unearthed near Jerusalem

<p>In the streets of the Italian town of Bolzano exists a peculiar menace which has now forced the authorities to take drastic measures. The unwelcome smell of dog poo has prompted the authorities to mandate DNA tests for all canines, requiring owners of an estimated 45,000 dogs to get them registered in a database managed by authorities. In the so-called ‘poo crackdown,’ police will refer to the database to nab the offenders who shy away from cleaning their pet’s poo, with also imposing fines close to $1,000.</p>

<p>The law required the residents of the mountainous Trentino-Alto Adige region to undertake a DNA test for their pets by the end of December 2023. However, only 5,000 owners have complied. Now, the authorities have strictly asked for compliance in the matter by the end of March. Owners who fail to register will have to face hefty fines, according to Paolo Zambotto, director of Bolzano’s veterinary department.</p>

<h2><strong>Dog owners voice anger</strong></h2>

<p>The law has been met with concerns by dog owners, especially from those who sincerely clean up their pet&nbsp;poo but will have to pay a €65 fee for the test. Some doubt the efficiency of the initiative regarding its cost and management and whether it will take into account the menace coming from stray dogs and dogs owned by tourists.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/watch-passengers-discover-live-snake-in-overhead-cabin-on-bangkok-flight-680905"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;WATCH | Passengers discover live snake in overhead cabin on Bangkok flight</strong></a></p>

<p>“It is easier said than done,” Madeleine Rohrer, from the local Greens party, told the newspaper Il Giornale. “It will only be an additional expense for the municipality and for the police, who have many other things to do.”</p>

<h2><strong>Animal rights groups oppose the idea</strong></h2>

<p>Apart from dog owners, animal rights groups have also opposed the idea, calling it an ‘unjust law.’ Earlier, they had filed a petition to scrap the law before December 31. “The most interesting thing is that many people who don’t have dogs signed the petition,” Filippo Maturi, president of Assopets, an association for the protection of animal owners, was quoted as saying by a local news outlet.</p>

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<p>“It is an unjust law which does not solve the problem and which, above all, has enormous management costs,” Maturi added.</p>

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In the streets of the Italian town of Bolzano exists a peculiar menace which has now forced the authorities to take drastic measures. The unwelcome smell of dog poo has prompted the authorities to mandate DNA tests for all canines, requiring owners of an estimated 45,000 dogs to get them registered in a database managed by authorities. In the so-called ‘poo crackdown,’ police will refer to the database to nab the offenders who shy away from cleaning their pet’s poo, with also imposing fines close to $1,000. The law required the residents of the mountainous Trentino-Alto Adige region to undertake a DNA test for their pets by the end of December 2023. However, only 5,000 owners have complied. Now, the authorities have strictly asked for compliance in the matter by the end of March. Owners who fail to register will have to face hefty fines, according to Paolo Zambotto, director of Bolzano’s veterinary department. Dog owners voice anger The law has been met with concerns by dog owners, especially from those who sincerely clean up their pet poo but will have to pay a €65 fee for the test. Some doubt the efficiency of the initiative regarding its cost and management and whether it will take into account the menace coming from stray dogs and dogs owned by tourists. Also read: WATCH | Passengers discover live snake in overhead cabin on Bangkok flight “It is easier said than done,” Madeleine Rohrer, from the local Greens party, told the newspaper Il Giornale. “It will only be an additional expense for the municipality and for the police, who have many other things to do.” Animal rights groups oppose the idea Apart from dog owners, animal rights groups have also opposed the idea, calling it an ‘unjust law.’ Earlier, they had filed a petition to scrap the law before December 31. “The most interesting thing is that many people who don’t have dogs signed the petition,” Filippo Maturi, president of Assopets, an association for the protection of animal owners, was quoted as saying by a local news outlet. Watch: Italy, France & Spain refuse role in strikes in Yemen × “It is an unjust law which does not solve the problem and which, above all, has enormous management costs,” Maturi added. (With inputs from agencies)

Italy’s poo crackdown: Here's why owners are rejecting mandate to register their dogs' DNA profile

<p>A dramatic video shared on social media shows&nbsp;the moment a huge plane catches fire mid-flight. The aircraft is said to be a Boeing 747-8, according to FlightAware.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The unverified video shows&nbsp;flames&nbsp;coming out from the plane's tail just moments after it left Miami International Airport on Thursday night. The incident forced the plane to make an emergency landing.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Newsweek reported that a Miami airport spokesperson confirmed to the outlet that the cargo flight had landed safely at Miami airport just after 11:00 pm (local time).&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>What did&nbsp;the&nbsp;Atlas Air say?&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>An Atlas Air spokesperson said the aircraft had experienced an engine malfunction.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The crew followed all standard procedures and safely returned to [Miami International Airport]," said the company in a statement to news agency Reuters.</p>

<p>Miami-Dade Fire Rescue responded after being informed of the incident and no injuries were reported, according to news agency.</p>

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<p>Boeing has been embroiled in a scandal since an Alaska Airlines MAX 9 aeroplane made an emergency landing after part of its fuselage broke off shortly after takeoff from Portland, Oregon, on January 5.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The incident caused the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to ground 171 planes for safety checks.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(with inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


A dramatic video shared on social media shows the moment a huge plane catches fire mid-flight. The aircraft is said to be a Boeing 747-8, according to FlightAware.

A dramatic video shared on social media shows the moment a huge plane catches fire mid-flight. The aircraft is said to be a Boeing 747-8, according to FlightAware. The unverified video shows flames coming out from the plane's tail just moments after it left Miami International Airport on Thursday night. The incident forced the plane to make an emergency landing. Newsweek reported that a Miami airport spokesperson confirmed to the outlet that the cargo flight had landed safely at Miami airport just after 11:00 pm (local time). Also read: Airbus Forecasts Soaring Demand: India to require 2,840 aircraft and 41,000 pilots in next 2 decades What did the Atlas Air say? An Atlas Air spokesperson said the aircraft had experienced an engine malfunction. "The crew followed all standard procedures and safely returned to [Miami International Airport]," said the company in a statement to news agency Reuters. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue responded after being informed of the incident and no injuries were reported, according to news agency. Also read: Exclusive: First look of Air India A350 that breathes luxury and comfort Watch the video here: #Breaking: #Watch: Boeing 747 catches fire mid-air. A plane bound for Puerto Rico ignited shortly after departing from Miami International Airport. pic.twitter.com/Szx8ZHtKlz — Open Source Intel (@Osint613) January 19, 2024 × Boeing has been embroiled in a scandal since an Alaska Airlines MAX 9 aeroplane made an emergency landing after part of its fuselage broke off shortly after takeoff from Portland, Oregon, on January 5. The incident caused the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to ground 171 planes for safety checks. (with inputs from agencies)

Atlas Air Boeing 747-8 catches fire mid-air, dramatic video shows flames shooting out

<p>A viral social media challenge, known as the "TikTok Door Knock" challenge, is causing widespread physical and emotional distress among residents of all ages in Texas, police said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Friendswood Police Department has issued a warning after receiving numerous reports of the dangers posed by the trend.</p>

<h2><strong>What is TikTok Door Knock challenge and why police say it's dangerous?</strong></h2>

<p>The challenge encourages participants, mostly teenagers, to bang on or kick doors in the middle of the night with the aim of startling unsuspecting residents. Doorbell camera footage, shared on the police department's Facebook page, vividly captures teens running through neighbourhoods during the late hours, one even resorting to using a 5-gallon water jug to create a loud disturbance at a home's front door.</p>

<p>Numerous victims have come forward to state that the trend has had an adverse&nbsp;impact&nbsp;on their well-being.&nbsp;</p>

<p>One victim, 77-year-old Gwen, recounted her terrifying experience to Fox 26 Houston, urging participants to cease their actions. "I would tell them to stop it before they get hurt or they hurt somebody. Please don't do this. It's wrong. It's very wrong," she was quoted as saying by the Fox News.</p>

<p>Beyond the emotional toll, the challenge is raising concerns about potential criminal activity.</p>

<p>Reports in the US media indicate that some kicks and bangs on doors have caused significant damage, according to Fort Bend County Constable Precinct 3 Chief Deputy Jimmy Evans. He labelled the challenge as a dangerously modernised version of the classic "ding, dong, ditch" game.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"I am afraid a homeowner may think someone is trying to burglarise their residence, and some innocent kid can get shot or killed," Evans was quoted as saying by Fox News.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Friendswood Police Department is actively working to identify the individuals involved in these door-knocking incidents.&nbsp;</p>

<p>They are urging victims to come forward, especially those with video evidence of the alleged crimes. The police stress the importance of cooperation from the community to address the situation promptly.</p>


A viral social media challenge, known as the "TikTok Door Knock" challenge, is causing widespread physical and emotional distress among residents of all ages in Texas, police said.

A viral social media challenge, known as the "TikTok Door Knock" challenge, is causing widespread physical and emotional distress among residents of all ages in Texas, police said. The Friendswood Police Department has issued a warning after receiving numerous reports of the dangers posed by the trend. What is TikTok Door Knock challenge and why police say it's dangerous? The challenge encourages participants, mostly teenagers, to bang on or kick doors in the middle of the night with the aim of startling unsuspecting residents. Doorbell camera footage, shared on the police department's Facebook page, vividly captures teens running through neighbourhoods during the late hours, one even resorting to using a 5-gallon water jug to create a loud disturbance at a home's front door. Numerous victims have come forward to state that the trend has had an adverse impact on their well-being. One victim, 77-year-old Gwen, recounted her terrifying experience to Fox 26 Houston, urging participants to cease their actions. "I would tell them to stop it before they get hurt or they hurt somebody. Please don't do this. It's wrong. It's very wrong," she was quoted as saying by the Fox News. Beyond the emotional toll, the challenge is raising concerns about potential criminal activity. Reports in the US media indicate that some kicks and bangs on doors have caused significant damage, according to Fort Bend County Constable Precinct 3 Chief Deputy Jimmy Evans. He labelled the challenge as a dangerously modernised version of the classic "ding, dong, ditch" game. Also watch | Skin fasting! What is the TikTok trend all about? × "I am afraid a homeowner may think someone is trying to burglarise their residence, and some innocent kid can get shot or killed," Evans was quoted as saying by Fox News. The Friendswood Police Department is actively working to identify the individuals involved in these door-knocking incidents. They are urging victims to come forward, especially those with video evidence of the alleged crimes. The police stress the importance of cooperation from the community to address the situation promptly.

US: Police warn against life-threatening knock-the-door TikTok trend

<p>Kanye West is&nbsp;at it again! The rapper teased a new set of dentures and his social media followers couldn’t believe what they saw.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Titanium teeth for Kanye West?</strong></h2>

<p>Kanye West teased a new set of dentures made of titanium. He shared an Instagram story of the latest addition to his mouth as he wrote that it was heavily inspired by <em>James Bond</em>’s iconic villain, Jaws. The new titanium dentures have reportedly been done exclusively for Kanye and cost $850,000.</p>

<p>In the Instagram story, he compared himself to the iconic character from <em>The Spy Who Loved Me </em>and <em>Moonraker.</em></p>

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<p>According to several reports, the new dentures are a result of cosmetic surgery by Dr Thomas Connelly, a dentist in Beverly Hills, and Naoki Hayashi, a master dental technician. Speaking to Daily Mail, Connelly said, “It was a pleasure to work with every step of the process. His vision for designing unique art transcends the dental progression. The marriage of his vision with dental science has created a new look that is epic!”</p>

<p>This is not the first time that Kanye has altered the way his teeth look. Previously in 2010, he claimed that he had his entire bottom row of teeth removed and replaced with diamond and gold implants. He had flaunted the same on<em> The Ellen DeGeneres Show.</em> On the show, he had said, “I just thought that diamonds were cooler.”</p>

<h2><strong>Daughter North West got diamond grills</strong></h2>

<p>Meanwhile, not only Kanye but his first-born daughter North West also debuted diamond teeth as she posted a photo on social media and called it "random" while posing with diamond grills on her bottom set of teeth. North shared a new snap on her joint TikTok account with mom Kim Kardashian.</p>

<p><strong>See North West's pic here:</strong></p>

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Kanye West is at it again! The rapper teased a new set of dentures and his social media followers couldn’t believe what they saw. Titanium teeth for Kanye West? Kanye West teased a new set of dentures made of titanium.

Kanye West is at it again! The rapper teased a new set of dentures and his social media followers couldn’t believe what they saw. Titanium teeth for Kanye West? Kanye West teased a new set of dentures made of titanium. He shared an Instagram story of the latest addition to his mouth as he wrote that it was heavily inspired by James Bond’s iconic villain, Jaws. The new titanium dentures have reportedly been done exclusively for Kanye and cost $850,000. In the Instagram story, he compared himself to the iconic character from The Spy Who Loved Me and Moonraker. According to several reports, the new dentures are a result of cosmetic surgery by Dr Thomas Connelly, a dentist in Beverly Hills, and Naoki Hayashi, a master dental technician. Speaking to Daily Mail, Connelly said, “It was a pleasure to work with every step of the process. His vision for designing unique art transcends the dental progression. The marriage of his vision with dental science has created a new look that is epic!” This is not the first time that Kanye has altered the way his teeth look. Previously in 2010, he claimed that he had his entire bottom row of teeth removed and replaced with diamond and gold implants. He had flaunted the same on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. On the show, he had said, “I just thought that diamonds were cooler.” Daughter North West got diamond grills Meanwhile, not only Kanye but his first-born daughter North West also debuted diamond teeth as she posted a photo on social media and called it "random" while posing with diamond grills on her bottom set of teeth. North shared a new snap on her joint TikTok account with mom Kim Kardashian. See North West's pic here: Also read: Madonna sued by fans for starting a concert late

Kanye West shocks fans as he gets $850,000 titanium teeth

<p>Australia police on Thursday (Jan 18) seized a Lego toy collection of over 70 sets belonging to an alleged drug trafficker. The man, identified as John Booth from Latrobe Valley in Melbourne, was arrested following police raids on at least five locations in Morwell, Essendon North, Brunswick and South Melbourne. Police also seized drugs worth $600,000 from the 45-year-old man’s place.</p>

<p>The seized Lego included Star Wars, Lord of the Rings and police station toys, each worth over $1,000. Additionally, five luxury watches, plus a handgun, an extendable baton and ammunition were also recovered from the sites. Police say the collection is suspected of being the proceeds of crime.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Scientists design a drug that mimics all benefits of exercise</strong></p>

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<p>Police also confiscated other illegal substances and weapons. Detectives seized 180kg of 1,4-Butanediol - similar to the party drug GHB. Additionally, some $2 million worth of chemicals were also seized that can be turned into illegal drugs. &nbsp;Over 30kg of both iodine and hypophosphorous acid was recovered, which can be turned into 20kg of methylamphetamine.</p>

<p>A police officer later explained why 1,4-Butanediol was dangerous for consumers. Detective Acting Sergeant Brad Hobbs was quoted by 9 News as saying that “offenders import this drug as an industrial product then sell it at enormous profit but also with enormous community harm.”</p>

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<p>"Overwhelmingly what users believe is GHB is actually 1,4-Butanediol. The drug can be unpredictable and the difference between survival and a fatal overdose can be very small. There is absolutely no safe amount to ingest,” he said.</p>

<p>"That's why we're committed to removing it from unintended hands," he added.</p>

<p>The man on Thursday was charged with 10 offences including trafficking a large commercial quantity of a drug of dependence and committing an indictable offence while on bail.</p>

<p>It’s not the first time that Victoria police have seized a large collection of Lego toys. In November last year, police confiscated 1,130 boxes worth more than $200,000 during an alleged Melbourne meth lab raid.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Australia police on Thursday (Jan 18) seized a Lego toy collection of over 70 sets belonging to an alleged drug trafficker. The man, identified as John Booth from Latrobe Valley in Melbourne, was arrested following police raids on at least five locations in Morwell, Essendon North, Brunswick and South Melbourne.

Australia police on Thursday (Jan 18) seized a Lego toy collection of over 70 sets belonging to an alleged drug trafficker. The man, identified as John Booth from Latrobe Valley in Melbourne, was arrested following police raids on at least five locations in Morwell, Essendon North, Brunswick and South Melbourne. Police also seized drugs worth $600,000 from the 45-year-old man’s place. The seized Lego included Star Wars, Lord of the Rings and police station toys, each worth over $1,000. Additionally, five luxury watches, plus a handgun, an extendable baton and ammunition were also recovered from the sites. Police say the collection is suspected of being the proceeds of crime. Watch: Scientists design a drug that mimics all benefits of exercise × Police also confiscated other illegal substances and weapons. Detectives seized 180kg of 1,4-Butanediol - similar to the party drug GHB. Additionally, some $2 million worth of chemicals were also seized that can be turned into illegal drugs. Over 30kg of both iodine and hypophosphorous acid was recovered, which can be turned into 20kg of methylamphetamine. A police officer later explained why 1,4-Butanediol was dangerous for consumers. Detective Acting Sergeant Brad Hobbs was quoted by 9 News as saying that “offenders import this drug as an industrial product then sell it at enormous profit but also with enormous community harm.” Also read: National Nothing Day 2024: Embracing the art of doing nothing "Overwhelmingly what users believe is GHB is actually 1,4-Butanediol. The drug can be unpredictable and the difference between survival and a fatal overdose can be very small. There is absolutely no safe amount to ingest,” he said. "That's why we're committed to removing it from unintended hands," he added. The man on Thursday was charged with 10 offences including trafficking a large commercial quantity of a drug of dependence and committing an indictable offence while on bail. It’s not the first time that Victoria police have seized a large collection of Lego toys. In November last year, police confiscated 1,130 boxes worth more than $200,000 during an alleged Melbourne meth lab raid. (With inputs from agencies)

Australian police seize large Lego collection, drugs worth $2mn from Melbourne house

<p>Tanzanian content creator Kili Paul, who is extremely popular&nbsp;in India, has expressed his desire to visit the holy city of Ayodhya ahead of the grand consecration ceremony of Ram Temple on January 22. Kili Paul is best known for lip-synching and sometimes dancing to Indian Hindi songs. In his recent video, Paul can be seen chanting "Ram Siya Ram, Siya Ram Jai Jai Ram", while adding that he can’t wait to visit Ayodhya, birthplace of Lord Ram Ayodhya and where the temple has been built.</p>

<p>"Only if u guys know how much I want to go Ayodhya. somebody invite me I want blessings. Jaishreeram," the caption of the post reads. He shared the video on Instagram, showing himself standing in his farm.</p>

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<p>The video has so far amassed close to&nbsp;one million likes and over seven million views.</p>

<p>The 'Pran Pratistha' ceremony of the Ayodhya Ram Temple is scheduled for January 22, where several high-profile guests of India and the world are expected to be present. Preparations are in full swing for the upcoming grand temple opening, set to attract dignitaries and individuals from various backgrounds.</p>

<p>The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has scheduled the enthronement of Ram Lalla at the sanctum-sanctorum of the Ram Temple on January 22 at noon.&nbsp;Vedic rituals for the Pran-Pratishtha ceremony of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya began on&nbsp;January 16, a week prior to the main event.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Ayodhya Ram Mandir consecration: What opposition leaders are doing on Jan 22</strong></p>

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<p>PM Narendra Modi is set to preside over the ceremonial installation of Shri Ram Lalla inside the temple's sanctum sanctorum. In anticipation of the Pran Pratishtha ceremony in Ayodhya's Ram Temple, PM Modi had earlier announced a special 11-day 'anushthan' (ritual).&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/web-stories/india-news/business-economy/ram-mandir-in-ayodhya-pm-modi-releases-commemorative-stamps-1705572857830"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Ram Mandir in Ayodhya: PM Modi Releases Commemorative Stamps</strong></a></p>

<p>Kili Paul’s admiration for India is well-known, for which he has also been honoured by the Indian High Commission in Tanzania in February 2022. Paul had posted a note on his Instagram page, where he thanked the fans after being felicitated by Binay Pradhan, the Indian High Commissioner in Tanzania.</p>

<p>"I'm so happy being honored by the HIGH COMMISSIONER OF INDIA IN TANZANIA. its a pleasure meeting u Sir and thanks to everyone there for being nice with me and I love u my indian supporter without u I wouldn't be here more to come JAI HIND," Kili Paul said.</p>

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Tanzanian content creator Kili Paul, who is extremely popular in India, has expressed his desire to visit the holy city of Ayodhya ahead of the grand consecration ceremony of Ram Temple on January 22.

Tanzanian content creator Kili Paul, who is extremely popular in India, has expressed his desire to visit the holy city of Ayodhya ahead of the grand consecration ceremony of Ram Temple on January 22. Kili Paul is best known for lip-synching and sometimes dancing to Indian Hindi songs. In his recent video, Paul can be seen chanting "Ram Siya Ram, Siya Ram Jai Jai Ram", while adding that he can’t wait to visit Ayodhya, birthplace of Lord Ram Ayodhya and where the temple has been built. "Only if u guys know how much I want to go Ayodhya. somebody invite me I want blessings. Jaishreeram," the caption of the post reads. He shared the video on Instagram, showing himself standing in his farm. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kili Paul (@kili_paul) × The video has so far amassed close to one million likes and over seven million views. The 'Pran Pratistha' ceremony of the Ayodhya Ram Temple is scheduled for January 22, where several high-profile guests of India and the world are expected to be present. Preparations are in full swing for the upcoming grand temple opening, set to attract dignitaries and individuals from various backgrounds. The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has scheduled the enthronement of Ram Lalla at the sanctum-sanctorum of the Ram Temple on January 22 at noon. Vedic rituals for the Pran-Pratishtha ceremony of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya began on January 16, a week prior to the main event. Watch: Ayodhya Ram Mandir consecration: What opposition leaders are doing on Jan 22 × PM Narendra Modi is set to preside over the ceremonial installation of Shri Ram Lalla inside the temple's sanctum sanctorum. In anticipation of the Pran Pratishtha ceremony in Ayodhya's Ram Temple, PM Modi had earlier announced a special 11-day 'anushthan' (ritual). Also read: Ram Mandir in Ayodhya: PM Modi Releases Commemorative Stamps Kili Paul’s admiration for India is well-known, for which he has also been honoured by the Indian High Commission in Tanzania in February 2022. Paul had posted a note on his Instagram page, where he thanked the fans after being felicitated by Binay Pradhan, the Indian High Commissioner in Tanzania. "I'm so happy being honored by the HIGH COMMISSIONER OF INDIA IN TANZANIA. its a pleasure meeting u Sir and thanks to everyone there for being nice with me and I love u my indian supporter without u I wouldn't be here more to come JAI HIND," Kili Paul said. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>In a world where food vloggers don’t shy away from trying their hands on weird concoctions, a new emerging trend is taking internet by storm. We all know how both ‘chai’ and ‘Biryani’ are loved by Indians like nothing else. Have you ever wondered what a mix of the two good tastes would be like? A viral video does the job of finding the answer to the exact same question, which has left the online world scratching its head.</p>

<p>The viral clip shows a woman telling the recipe of ‘Biryani chai,’ prompting an intense user engagement on social media.</p>

<p>The video, featuring ‘Neha Deepak Shah’, starts with the woman putting cinnamon, star anise, black peppercorn, cardamom and fennel seeds, and tea leaves in boiling water. Once the water reaches boiling point, she puts in crushed ginger and honey in a glass and adds the boiling water into it. This is how she prepares the exotic ‘Biryani Chai.’</p>

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<p>The video was share on social media last week and since then, it has amassed over 5.3 million views. The post has generated intense user engagement, with many people expressing their disappointment with the so-called Biryani Chai recipe.</p>

<p>An individual wrote, "It's a garlic and a leg piece away from biriyani."</p>

<p>A second said, "Ye to Kadha bana diya apne (You just made a kadha)."</p>

<p>A third shared, "Maybe that's lemon tea with add-ons."</p>

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<p>"Didi namak aur mirchi reha gayi, (You missed salt and chilli powder)" posted a fourth.</p>

<p>A fifth joked, "Thank God she actually didn't put biryani in it."</p>

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<p>Last week, people expressed their disgust online after a bizarre recipe of Parle-G omelette went viral on social media. The vendor was shown cracking two eggs into a bowl, followed by adding chopped onions, salt and masala. Then he poured the mixture into a pan and cooks the omelette in butter.</p>

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<p>“I would prefer to die than eating it,” a user commented. “It’s not his fault. If someone has to be blamed it’s the food vloggers who visit them,” said another.</p>

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In a world where food vloggers don’t shy away from trying their hands on weird concoctions, a new emerging trend is taking internet by storm. We all know how both ‘chai’ and ‘Biryani’ are loved by Indians like nothing else.

In a world where food vloggers don’t shy away from trying their hands on weird concoctions, a new emerging trend is taking internet by storm. We all know how both ‘chai’ and ‘Biryani’ are loved by Indians like nothing else. Have you ever wondered what a mix of the two good tastes would be like? A viral video does the job of finding the answer to the exact same question, which has left the online world scratching its head. The viral clip shows a woman telling the recipe of ‘Biryani chai,’ prompting an intense user engagement on social media. The video, featuring ‘Neha Deepak Shah’, starts with the woman putting cinnamon, star anise, black peppercorn, cardamom and fennel seeds, and tea leaves in boiling water. Once the water reaches boiling point, she puts in crushed ginger and honey in a glass and adds the boiling water into it. This is how she prepares the exotic ‘Biryani Chai.’ View this post on Instagram A post shared by @nehadeepakshah × The video was share on social media last week and since then, it has amassed over 5.3 million views. The post has generated intense user engagement, with many people expressing their disappointment with the so-called Biryani Chai recipe. An individual wrote, "It's a garlic and a leg piece away from biriyani." A second said, "Ye to Kadha bana diya apne (You just made a kadha)." A third shared, "Maybe that's lemon tea with add-ons." Also read: India: Police detain Punjab man for impersonating a girl during examination "Didi namak aur mirchi reha gayi, (You missed salt and chilli powder)" posted a fourth. A fifth joked, "Thank God she actually didn't put biryani in it." Watch: WION Fineprint | India the world's most populous country? × Last week, people expressed their disgust online after a bizarre recipe of Parle-G omelette went viral on social media. The vendor was shown cracking two eggs into a bowl, followed by adding chopped onions, salt and masala. Then he poured the mixture into a pan and cooks the omelette in butter. View this post on Instagram A post shared by @foodb_unk × “I would prefer to die than eating it,” a user commented. “It’s not his fault. If someone has to be blamed it’s the food vloggers who visit them,” said another. (With inputs from agencies)

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