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<p>The pet cats are reputed for their paw-some looks, flicks and tricks that depict their carefree attitude towards the world around them. From giving meme-worthy captures to helping their human parents to relieve stress of day-to-day life, is there anything in the world that is paw-some and the cats cannot do?</p>

<p>Well, the cats definitely cannot take their human parents on a coffee date. But the reverse is indeed possible, credit the advanced human civilisation of course and an even more advanced paw-some presence of cats in it.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/cats-can-actually-recognise-your-mushy-voice-directed-at-them-study-528232">Cats can actually recognise your mushy voice directed at them: Study</a></strong></p>

<p>This possibility was brought to reality by a New York resident as he took his three cats on a coffee date in the city. In a video shared on Instagram, three felines named Spongecake, Mocha and Donut are seen having the time of their felinous glory on a coffee date with their human parent. The cats can be seen sniffing through some edible items. The visuals are nothing short of a spirit lifter.</p>

<p>"Would you like to join us for coffee in NYC?", reads the caption.</p>

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<p>The Internet just could not stop gushing over this felonious honour filled with grandeur of human-feline bond.</p>

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<p>"These cats have a better life than me," wrote a user. "Such distinguished gentlemen, I had not seen any(one) more splendid," wrote another.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to digital insurance company Lemonade, 45.3 million households in the United States own a cat. As of 2022, 70 per cent US households (90.5 million households) owned a pet.</p>

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The pet cats are reputed for their paw-some looks, flicks and tricks that depict their carefree attitude towards the world around them. From giving meme-worthy captures to helping their human parents to relieve stress of day-to-day life, is there anything in the world that is paw-some and the cats cannot do?

The pet cats are reputed for their paw-some looks, flicks and tricks that depict their carefree attitude towards the world around them. From giving meme-worthy captures to helping their human parents to relieve stress of day-to-day life, is there anything in the world that is paw-some and the cats cannot do? Well, the cats definitely cannot take their human parents on a coffee date. But the reverse is indeed possible, credit the advanced human civilisation of course and an even more advanced paw-some presence of cats in it. ALSO READ | Cats can actually recognise your mushy voice directed at them: Study This possibility was brought to reality by a New York resident as he took his three cats on a coffee date in the city. In a video shared on Instagram, three felines named Spongecake, Mocha and Donut are seen having the time of their felinous glory on a coffee date with their human parent. The cats can be seen sniffing through some edible items. The visuals are nothing short of a spirit lifter. "Would you like to join us for coffee in NYC?", reads the caption. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sponge Cake + Mocha + Donut (@spongecake_thescottishfold) × The Internet just could not stop gushing over this felonious honour filled with grandeur of human-feline bond. ALSO WATCH | Polish institute classifies cats as 'alien invasive species × "These cats have a better life than me," wrote a user. "Such distinguished gentlemen, I had not seen any(one) more splendid," wrote another. According to digital insurance company Lemonade, 45.3 million households in the United States own a cat. As of 2022, 70 per cent US households (90.5 million households) owned a pet. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>A 41-year-old former French rail worker, who described himself as a "seduction coach" online, has been jailed for the murder of his ex-girlfriend. A self-proclaimed expert in "seduction" and "masculinity", Mickaël Philétas, retrained as an aerobics coach was found guilty of killing his 34-year-old girlfriend by stabbing her to death at her Ecquevilly home.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The court in Yvelines heard that Philétas, who used to post videos online about living the life of an alpha male, had killed his ex-partner with a knife by stabbing her more than 80 times after arriving at her home late at night. He was also convicted of the attempted murder of her new partner, as well as the attempted murder and sexual assault of her younger sister on the same night.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The public prosecutor, Marine Montauzou told the court that Philétas' actions amounted to a "savage crime" and there was no doubt that it was pre-decided by him.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The prosecutor also said by referring to one of his YouTube videos that he did "not tolerate any woman standing up to him". She said he had a "homicidal hatred of women".</p>

<p>In his defence, Philétas told the court that he did not hate women and had posted more than 1500 videos on YouTube about masculinity because he was interested in online communications.</p>

<p>In court, he invoked his right to stay silent during much of the questioning and at the end of the hearing, he just said that this was because he felt "great shame" about what he did.&nbsp;</p>

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A 41-year-old former French rail worker, who described himself as a "seduction coach" online, has been jailed for the murder of his ex-girlfriend. A self-proclaimed expert in "seduction" and "masculinity", Mickaël Philétas, retrained as an aerobics coach was found guilty of killing his 34-year-old girlfriend by stabbing her to death at her Ecquevilly home.

A 41-year-old former French rail worker, who described himself as a "seduction coach" online, has been jailed for the murder of his ex-girlfriend. A self-proclaimed expert in "seduction" and "masculinity", Mickaël Philétas, retrained as an aerobics coach was found guilty of killing his 34-year-old girlfriend by stabbing her to death at her Ecquevilly home. The court in Yvelines heard that Philétas, who used to post videos online about living the life of an alpha male, had killed his ex-partner with a knife by stabbing her more than 80 times after arriving at her home late at night. He was also convicted of the attempted murder of her new partner, as well as the attempted murder and sexual assault of her younger sister on the same night. Also Read | Prosecutor seek life imprisonment for eight rugby players in murder case in Argentina The public prosecutor, Marine Montauzou told the court that Philétas' actions amounted to a "savage crime" and there was no doubt that it was pre-decided by him. The prosecutor also said by referring to one of his YouTube videos that he did "not tolerate any woman standing up to him". She said he had a "homicidal hatred of women". In his defence, Philétas told the court that he did not hate women and had posted more than 1500 videos on YouTube about masculinity because he was interested in online communications. In court, he invoked his right to stay silent during much of the questioning and at the end of the hearing, he just said that this was because he felt "great shame" about what he did. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p><strong>Drishyam 2 OTT release date: </strong>The latest Bollywood film hit the big screens on November 18. Surpassing all expectations, Drishyam 2 has been doing really good business in the cinema halls. There were large queues of the cine-goers outside the ticket window wanting to watch Drishyam 2 on the big screens. Alongside Ajay Devgn, the movie also stars Akshaye Khanna, Tabu and Shriya Saran. Meanwhile, the film has also generated immense curiosity around its OTT release. Let's find out when and where will Drishyam 2 stream digitally.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The film is now available for&nbsp;rent on Amazon Prime Video. However, according to Amazon, the film will be available for rental free to all Prime video subscribers on 13&nbsp;January. The release of the Hindi crime thriller film is a sequel to the 2015 Hindi film Drishyam, which was based on an original Malayalam film of the same name.</p>

<p>Drishyam 2 Hindi grossed approximately Rs 329.01 crore at the box office, against an initial budget of Rs 50 crore. The film&nbsp;has become the third highest-grossing Hindi film of the decade and the 39th highest-grossing Indian film of all time.</p>

<h2><strong>Where to watch Drishyam 2 on OTT</strong></h2>

<p>As previously reported, Drishyam 2 was&nbsp;available on Amazon Prime Video from 2 January on a rent basis. According to an official tweet from Prime Video, Prime Video subscribers can rent the film for Rs 199.&nbsp;Unfortunately, Drishyam 2 Hindi is not free, even for Prime members.</p>

<p>Prime Video rentals include a <strong>30 days limit</strong> to watch the film and 48 hours to finish the film once started.</p>

<h2><strong>Watch Drishyam 2 on the OTT app for free</strong></h2>

<p>There’s great news for fans who want to watch Drishyam 2 movie on the OTT app for free. It is noteworthy that the movie will be available on Amazon Prime from <strong>13 January,</strong> which is available free for Amazon Prime subscribers. Prime subscribers can simply download the Amazon Prime app on their mobile phones, log in to the app with their Prime credentials, and simply enjoy the movie on their phones or laptops.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch Drishyam 2 trailer here:</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>Drishyam 2 cast</strong></h2>

<p>Drishyam 2 Hindi stars famous Bollywood actors including Ajay Devgn as the protagonist Vijay Salgaonkar, Shriya Saran as Nandini Salgaonkar, Tabu as Meera Deshmukh, and Akshaye Khanna as IG Tarun Ahlawat. The Abhishek Pathak-directed movie which is produced by Panorama Studios and distributed by Yash Raj Films made it to the 100-crore club in India within six days of its release.</p>

<h2><strong>Drishyam 2 Review by film critics</strong></h2>

<p>Ajay Devgn and Tabu-starrer Drishyam 2&nbsp;has garnered positive reviews from critics and netizens alike.&nbsp;Users have appreciated Devgn, Tabu, and Akshaye Khanna for packing a strong punch with their performances and also the encounters between Ajay Devgn and Akshaye Khanna.</p>

<p>Film critic and trade analyst Taran Adarsh gave the film a four-star rating and a one-word review calling it 'power-packed'.&nbsp;</p>

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Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐️<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AjayDevgn?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AjayDevgn</a>. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AkshayeKhanna?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AkshayeKhanna</a>. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Tabu?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Tabu</a>. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ShriyaSaran?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ShriyaSaran</a>… Powerhouse actors in a power-packed film… Director <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AbhishekPathak?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AbhishekPathak</a> delivers a fantastic thriller… The fiery confrontations cast a spell… DON’T MISS. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Drishyam2Review?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Drishyam2Review</a> <a href="https://t.co/9m150S1RJk">pic.twitter.com/9m150S1RJk</a></p>
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<p>Movie critic Rohit Jaiswal also gave the film a four-star rating.</p>

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<p>Film critic and trade analyst Sumit Kadel also gave the film a four-star rating and called it a "sure shot hit".</p>

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Drishyam 2 OTT release date: The latest Bollywood film hit the big screens on November 18. Surpassing all expectations, Drishyam 2 has been doing really good business in the cinema halls.

Drishyam 2 OTT release date: The latest Bollywood film hit the big screens on November 18. Surpassing all expectations, Drishyam 2 has been doing really good business in the cinema halls. There were large queues of the cine-goers outside the ticket window wanting to watch Drishyam 2 on the big screens. Alongside Ajay Devgn, the movie also stars Akshaye Khanna, Tabu and Shriya Saran. Meanwhile, the film has also generated immense curiosity around its OTT release. Let's find out when and where will Drishyam 2 stream digitally. The film is now available for rent on Amazon Prime Video. However, according to Amazon, the film will be available for rental free to all Prime video subscribers on 13 January. The release of the Hindi crime thriller film is a sequel to the 2015 Hindi film Drishyam, which was based on an original Malayalam film of the same name. Drishyam 2 Hindi grossed approximately Rs 329.01 crore at the box office, against an initial budget of Rs 50 crore. The film has become the third highest-grossing Hindi film of the decade and the 39th highest-grossing Indian film of all time. Where to watch Drishyam 2 on OTT As previously reported, Drishyam 2 was available on Amazon Prime Video from 2 January on a rent basis. According to an official tweet from Prime Video, Prime Video subscribers can rent the film for Rs 199. Unfortunately, Drishyam 2 Hindi is not free, even for Prime members. Prime Video rentals include a 30 days limit to watch the film and 48 hours to finish the film once started. Watch Drishyam 2 on the OTT app for free There’s great news for fans who want to watch Drishyam 2 movie on the OTT app for free. It is noteworthy that the movie will be available on Amazon Prime from 13 January, which is available free for Amazon Prime subscribers. Prime subscribers can simply download the Amazon Prime app on their mobile phones, log in to the app with their Prime credentials, and simply enjoy the movie on their phones or laptops. Watch Drishyam 2 trailer here: × Drishyam 2 cast Drishyam 2 Hindi stars famous Bollywood actors including Ajay Devgn as the protagonist Vijay Salgaonkar, Shriya Saran as Nandini Salgaonkar, Tabu as Meera Deshmukh, and Akshaye Khanna as IG Tarun Ahlawat. The Abhishek Pathak-directed movie which is produced by Panorama Studios and distributed by Yash Raj Films made it to the 100-crore club in India within six days of its release. Drishyam 2 Review by film critics Ajay Devgn and Tabu-starrer Drishyam 2 has garnered positive reviews from critics and netizens alike. Users have appreciated Devgn, Tabu, and Akshaye Khanna for packing a strong punch with their performances and also the encounters between Ajay Devgn and Akshaye Khanna. Film critic and trade analyst Taran Adarsh gave the film a four-star rating and a one-word review calling it 'power-packed'. #OneWordReview...#Drishyam2: POWER-PACKED. Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐️#AjayDevgn. #AkshayeKhanna. #Tabu. #ShriyaSaran… Powerhouse actors in a power-packed film… Director #AbhishekPathak delivers a fantastic thriller… The fiery confrontations cast a spell… DON’T MISS. #Drishyam2Review pic.twitter.com/9m150S1RJk — taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) November 17, 2022 × Movie critic Rohit Jaiswal also gave the film a four-star rating. Review - #Drishyam2 Rating - 4*/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Intense - Dramatic - Edge of the seat suspense film - Entertaining - Massy #Drishyam2Review - Fantastic Film #AjayDevgn Brilliant, #AkshayeKhanna Fabulous #Tabu Excellent Direction & Execution FLAWLESS SUPERHIT VERDICT CONFIRMED — Rohit Jaiswal (@rohitjswl01) November 18, 2022 × Film critic and trade analyst Sumit Kadel also gave the film a four-star rating and called it a "sure shot hit". #Drishyam2Review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ #Drishyam2 is an EXHILARATING - ENTHRALLING & ENTERTAINING thriller that keep you hooked & booked throughout. Director @AbhishekPathakk made the 1st half stronger than the original while 2nd Half is a BANGER with a JAW DROPPING CLIMAX. SURE SHOT HIT pic.twitter.com/APZyYtHRSy — Sumit Kadel (@SumitkadeI) November 18, 2022 ×

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<p><strong>Republic Day 2023 LIVE STREAMING: </strong>India will celebrate its 74th Republic Day on January 26, 2023. This year the theme of India's Republic Day is based on people's participation. Millions of Indians will celebrate Republic Day to honour the implementation of India's Constitution in 1950. The celebrations will start with the early morning Republic Day parade at the national capital of Delhi. It will commence from Rashtrapati Bhavan and march towards the India Gate. The Republic Day parade will highlight the diversity amongst different states of India. It will also display the arts and handicrafts native to the states. People can buy tickets to the Republic Day parade in New Delhi.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Republic Day 2023 LIVE STREAMING: when and Where to watch?</h2>

<p>If you are not in New Delhi or did not purchase a ticket to the live parade on January 26, you can watch it on the Doordarshan TV channel. The live coverage of the Republic Day parade will begin at 9 AM on the morning of January 26.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On the evening of January 25, a day before Republic Day, President Droupadi Murmu will address the nation. All India Radio (AIR) and various news channels will cover the president's address at 7 PM tonight.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>How to watch the Republic Day parade live on mobile or laptop?</h2>

<p>You can also catch the Republic Day parade live on the official YouTube channels of Doordarshan and All India Radio. The sign language interpretation of the Republic Day commentary will also be available live. So, for people who do not have access to a TV set, you can easily stream the parade live on your mobile and laptop.</p>

<p>In the wake of Republic Day, the Indian government has beefed up the security in the national capital Delhi. Delhi police have issued a travel advisory for the people of Delhi, which includes details about the routes and other travel guidelines.&nbsp;</p>

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Republic Day 2023 LIVE STREAMING: India will celebrate its 74th Republic Day on January 26, 2023. This year the theme of India's Republic Day is based on people's participation.

Republic Day 2023 LIVE STREAMING: India will celebrate its 74th Republic Day on January 26, 2023. This year the theme of India's Republic Day is based on people's participation. Millions of Indians will celebrate Republic Day to honour the implementation of India's Constitution in 1950. The celebrations will start with the early morning Republic Day parade at the national capital of Delhi. It will commence from Rashtrapati Bhavan and march towards the India Gate. The Republic Day parade will highlight the diversity amongst different states of India. It will also display the arts and handicrafts native to the states. People can buy tickets to the Republic Day parade in New Delhi. Republic Day 2023 LIVE STREAMING: when and Where to watch? If you are not in New Delhi or did not purchase a ticket to the live parade on January 26, you can watch it on the Doordarshan TV channel. The live coverage of the Republic Day parade will begin at 9 AM on the morning of January 26. On the evening of January 25, a day before Republic Day, President Droupadi Murmu will address the nation. All India Radio (AIR) and various news channels will cover the president's address at 7 PM tonight. How to watch the Republic Day parade live on mobile or laptop? You can also catch the Republic Day parade live on the official YouTube channels of Doordarshan and All India Radio. The sign language interpretation of the Republic Day commentary will also be available live. So, for people who do not have access to a TV set, you can easily stream the parade live on your mobile and laptop. In the wake of Republic Day, the Indian government has beefed up the security in the national capital Delhi. Delhi police have issued a travel advisory for the people of Delhi, which includes details about the routes and other travel guidelines. ALSO READ | Republic Day 2023: Celebrate 74 years of India's glory with these wishes, greetings, quotes and images

Republic Day 2023 LIVE STREAMING for free: How to watch January 26 parade live streaming on mobile, Laptop, TV

<p>The UK government is set to ban the sale and possession of nitrous oxide, commonly known as “laughing gas”, in the country to tackle rising anti-social behaviour. UK ministers have proposed a plan to revise the country’s drug abuse laws to check the supply and recreational use of the drug by young people. People and professionals, including chefs and doctors, with a legitimate reason, will be exempted from the ban. Laughing gas is used for chilling and freezing food, while dentists also use it as an anaesthetic drug.</p>

<h2><strong>What is laughing gas?</strong></h2>

<p>After cannabis, laughing gas is the drug that 16 to 24 year olds in England misuse the most. Nitrous oxide, or laughing gas, is a colourless gas sold in metal canisters. The gas is widely used as a propellant. The gas is used in hospitals and dental offices to give people anaesthesia. Some people who abuse the drug, sometimes known as "hippy crack," inhale it through a balloon or use a dispenser or "cracker."</p>

<h2><strong>Why is UK government banning the sale of laughing gas?</strong></h2>

<p>Governments around the world fear the abuse of nitrous oxide is on the rise among the youth, which is often fatal. Directly inhaling the gas from canister&nbsp;is even deadlier as the gas is extremely cold when it comes out, and the pressure is also very high. It can halt breathing; disrupt cardiac functions and damage the lungs and throat.</p>

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<p>Dr David Nicholl, a clinical lead for neurology at Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust, says that the gas should not be called “laughing gas” as there is nothing funny about it. The doctor said, "People come into hospital off their legs, difficulty walking, presenting with tingling in the hands and feet, slurred speech and more rarely seizures."</p>

<p>“I've even spoken to one ophthalmologist colleague who has seen a patient who went blind, but that was secondary to hypoxia caused by inhaling nitrous oxide," he warned in an interview with Sky News.</p>

<h2><strong>When will the ban be introduced?</strong></h2>

<p>UK Policing Minister Chris Philp is pressing the Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs to fast-track the investigation into nitrous oxide. The minister expects it will be concluded by April so the government can respond after the findings of the investigation are out. According to this timeframe, it is anticipated that the legislation changes to tighten the supplies of laughing gas will be done only by summer this year.</p>

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<p>It must be noted that UK already has the Psychoactive Substances Act in place that bans the reckless supply of nitrous oxide for inhaling. However, experts doubt the law’s efficiency and call for stricter regulation of drug sale. The British Compressed Gases Association is also calling for an outright ban on the sale of the gas to stop misuse.</p>

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The UK government is set to ban the sale and possession of nitrous oxide, commonly known as “laughing gas”, in the country to tackle rising anti-social behaviour.

The UK government is set to ban the sale and possession of nitrous oxide, commonly known as “laughing gas”, in the country to tackle rising anti-social behaviour. UK ministers have proposed a plan to revise the country’s drug abuse laws to check the supply and recreational use of the drug by young people. People and professionals, including chefs and doctors, with a legitimate reason, will be exempted from the ban. Laughing gas is used for chilling and freezing food, while dentists also use it as an anaesthetic drug. What is laughing gas? After cannabis, laughing gas is the drug that 16 to 24 year olds in England misuse the most. Nitrous oxide, or laughing gas, is a colourless gas sold in metal canisters. The gas is widely used as a propellant. The gas is used in hospitals and dental offices to give people anaesthesia. Some people who abuse the drug, sometimes known as "hippy crack," inhale it through a balloon or use a dispenser or "cracker." Why is UK government banning the sale of laughing gas? Governments around the world fear the abuse of nitrous oxide is on the rise among the youth, which is often fatal. Directly inhaling the gas from canister is even deadlier as the gas is extremely cold when it comes out, and the pressure is also very high. It can halt breathing; disrupt cardiac functions and damage the lungs and throat. Watch: Gravitas: The UK is no more a great place to live × Dr David Nicholl, a clinical lead for neurology at Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust, says that the gas should not be called “laughing gas” as there is nothing funny about it. The doctor said, "People come into hospital off their legs, difficulty walking, presenting with tingling in the hands and feet, slurred speech and more rarely seizures." “I've even spoken to one ophthalmologist colleague who has seen a patient who went blind, but that was secondary to hypoxia caused by inhaling nitrous oxide," he warned in an interview with Sky News. When will the ban be introduced? UK Policing Minister Chris Philp is pressing the Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs to fast-track the investigation into nitrous oxide. The minister expects it will be concluded by April so the government can respond after the findings of the investigation are out. According to this timeframe, it is anticipated that the legislation changes to tighten the supplies of laughing gas will be done only by summer this year. Also Read | No more laughing gas: UK set to ban Nitrous Oxide soon It must be noted that UK already has the Psychoactive Substances Act in place that bans the reckless supply of nitrous oxide for inhaling. However, experts doubt the law’s efficiency and call for stricter regulation of drug sale. The British Compressed Gases Association is also calling for an outright ban on the sale of the gas to stop misuse. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>Cyclers in Amsterdam will soon be able to access the newly-built underwater bicycle-parking complex, which will provide a big relief to the residents of the cycling-mad capital of the Netherlands. The complex is built beneath the Open Haven Front, an access tributary to the city's IJ River. The complex can take in 7,000 bicycles. Another such shelter will be opened for the public in February, which is being built next to the IJ itself. The IJ-side site will be able to accommodate 4,000 bicycles, taking the combined capacity to 11,000 bicycles.</p>

<p>The construction of the project started in 2019, and the engineers had to drain part of the Open Haven Front next to Amsterdam Central Station. Amsterdam municipality released a time-lapse video of the construction site which showed how the water was pumped out of the Open Haven Front to build the structure and was later reflooded.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;WION Climate Tracker | Netherlands' push to curb emissions&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p>Dutch deputy infrastructure minister Vivianne Heijnen was quoted by the media as saying that the project made optimal use of the limited space available in the tiny nation. "We have a lot of knowledge and expertise when it comes to water," the minister added.</p>

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<p>According to wUrck, the architectural firm that designed the complex, conveyer belts will be used to take cyclists nine metres below ground level. The firm said in a statement, "The cyclist steps into an imaginary oyster with a rough exterior of basalt and natural stone and a smooth, light interior." Amsterdam’s alderwoman Melanie van der Horst expressed her pleasure over the development by saying that people will now be able to park their bicycles immediately after arriving at Amsterdam station.</p>

<p>Amsterdam is a city of bicycle-loving people, with almost 600,000 bicycle trips made daily. There are a total of 900,000 cyclists in the Dutch capital. Thus, finding a proper parking space is always a constant pain in the neck for the residents of the city.</p>

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Cyclers in Amsterdam will soon be able to access the newly-built underwater bicycle-parking complex, which will provide a big relief to the residents of the cycling-mad capital of the Netherlands.

Cyclers in Amsterdam will soon be able to access the newly-built underwater bicycle-parking complex, which will provide a big relief to the residents of the cycling-mad capital of the Netherlands. The complex is built beneath the Open Haven Front, an access tributary to the city's IJ River. The complex can take in 7,000 bicycles. Another such shelter will be opened for the public in February, which is being built next to the IJ itself. The IJ-side site will be able to accommodate 4,000 bicycles, taking the combined capacity to 11,000 bicycles. The construction of the project started in 2019, and the engineers had to drain part of the Open Haven Front next to Amsterdam Central Station. Amsterdam municipality released a time-lapse video of the construction site which showed how the water was pumped out of the Open Haven Front to build the structure and was later reflooded. Watch: WION Climate Tracker | Netherlands' push to curb emissions × Dutch deputy infrastructure minister Vivianne Heijnen was quoted by the media as saying that the project made optimal use of the limited space available in the tiny nation. "We have a lot of knowledge and expertise when it comes to water," the minister added. Also Read | Why does Netherlands wants to close Europe's largest gasfield, Groningen? According to wUrck, the architectural firm that designed the complex, conveyer belts will be used to take cyclists nine metres below ground level. The firm said in a statement, "The cyclist steps into an imaginary oyster with a rough exterior of basalt and natural stone and a smooth, light interior." Amsterdam’s alderwoman Melanie van der Horst expressed her pleasure over the development by saying that people will now be able to park their bicycles immediately after arriving at Amsterdam station. Amsterdam is a city of bicycle-loving people, with almost 600,000 bicycle trips made daily. There are a total of 900,000 cyclists in the Dutch capital. Thus, finding a proper parking space is always a constant pain in the neck for the residents of the city. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>The superintendent of a Virginia school in the US was fired on Wednesday, weeks after a six-year-old boy shot and wounded his teacher in the classroom. The school board voted 5-1 to oust George Parker, shortly after the victim teacher announced plans to sue the district. 25-year-old teacher Abigail Zwerner was shot in the chest earlier this month by the six-year-old pupil, even after having warned the school administration “three times” before the incident happened. Abigail Zwerner’s lawyer said that the incident was completely avoidable.</p>

<p>Diane Toscano, the teacher’s lawyer, revealed that “the administration could not be bothered” about the concerns that Abigail Zwerner raised. “On that day, over the course of a few hours, three different times — three times — school administration was warned by concerned teachers and employees that the boy had a gun on him at school and was threatening people,” said the attorney.</p>

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<p>Zwerner supported her claims by showing text messages exchanged between her and the school administration. Toscano said that Zwerner requested the school authorities to search the boy and his backpack for the weapon but her calls were ignored. Zwerner also informed an official about the boy putting the gun in his pockets, but the official responded by saying, “Well, he has little pockets."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The parents of the boy claim&nbsp;he suffers from an acute disability and rarely attends school without one of them&nbsp;being present. On January 6, the day of the shooting, the boy was present alone. As per a report by CNN, the boy had brought his mother’s gun to the school.</p>

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<p>George Parker, the superintendent of the school, was fired as frustrated parents complained in a meeting on January 17 that their kids were facing fear and hysteria since the January 6 gun violence. Earlier, the school’s assistant principal, Dr Ebony Parker, had tendered his resignation following the shooting controversy.</p>

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The superintendent of a Virginia school in the US was fired on Wednesday, weeks after a six-year-old boy shot and wounded his teacher in the classroom. The school board voted 5-1 to oust George Parker, shortly after the victim teacher announced plans to sue the district.

The superintendent of a Virginia school in the US was fired on Wednesday, weeks after a six-year-old boy shot and wounded his teacher in the classroom. The school board voted 5-1 to oust George Parker, shortly after the victim teacher announced plans to sue the district. 25-year-old teacher Abigail Zwerner was shot in the chest earlier this month by the six-year-old pupil, even after having warned the school administration “three times” before the incident happened. Abigail Zwerner’s lawyer said that the incident was completely avoidable. Diane Toscano, the teacher’s lawyer, revealed that “the administration could not be bothered” about the concerns that Abigail Zwerner raised. “On that day, over the course of a few hours, three different times — three times — school administration was warned by concerned teachers and employees that the boy had a gun on him at school and was threatening people,” said the attorney. Watch: Decoding Gun Violence in America × Zwerner supported her claims by showing text messages exchanged between her and the school administration. Toscano said that Zwerner requested the school authorities to search the boy and his backpack for the weapon but her calls were ignored. Zwerner also informed an official about the boy putting the gun in his pockets, but the official responded by saying, “Well, he has little pockets." The parents of the boy claim he suffers from an acute disability and rarely attends school without one of them being present. On January 6, the day of the shooting, the boy was present alone. As per a report by CNN, the boy had brought his mother’s gun to the school. Also Read | Only in America: An epidemic of gun violence without a cure George Parker, the superintendent of the school, was fired as frustrated parents complained in a meeting on January 17 that their kids were facing fear and hysteria since the January 6 gun violence. Earlier, the school’s assistant principal, Dr Ebony Parker, had tendered his resignation following the shooting controversy. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>Social media is inundated with posts claiming a new kind of rock discovered in Africa can actually produce electricity on its own and power bulbs and LEDs. Many news portals and prominent African personalities, including South African businessman Daniel Marven, shared videos on Twitter showing the rock powering an electric bulb via wires. Viral videos on social media appear to indicate the discovery of these rocks has been made in DR Congo.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">THE CONGOLESE ROCK 🪨 THAT PRODUCES ELECTRICITY 🔌.<br />
A kilo is said to have lite up a bulb 💡 for more than 72hours. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AfricanResources?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AfricanResources</a> must be Protected at all Costs. Even the Leaders should be scrutinized upon any action on our <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/resources?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#resources</a><br />
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How long Shall <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Africa?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Africa</a> 😭😭?<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/EndSARS?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#EndSARS</a> <a href="https://t.co/M5uItnXOZN">pic.twitter.com/M5uItnXOZN</a></p>
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<p>The videos left users speculating whether the game-changing discovery could solve Africa’s electricity problem, while others argued that the continent should not share the valuable mineral with Western countries. But now a group of experts has dashed the hopes of those wondering whether such rocks could become the answer to Africa’s energy questions.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>The truth behind the viral video</strong></h2>

<p>Experts quoted by BBC claim that the rocks are just good conductors of electricity and are connected to batteries not visible in the tightly-framed videos. &nbsp;For instance, a video showing two sparking rocks shows a gloved hand in the bottom, which is itself revealing.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Lithium batteries reveal dark side of our electric fortune&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p>According to Prof Stuart Haszeldine of the School of GeoSciences at Edinburgh University, “the current is flowing from the out-of-shot battery, through the rock being held with the glove (so the current doesn't flow through the gloved hand) and to earth via the second rock."</p>

<h2><strong>Can African rock really power a LED bulb?</strong></h2>

<p>Another video showing a rock illuminating LED bulb also has three hands in it, which means at least two people are in action behind the scene to pull off what seems an illusion. Prof Stuart commented, “It looks to me that the current flows when two hands touch, and the wires are mostly illusion. So it may be just as interesting to get a close-up magician to look, and see if a trick of misdirection can be spotted."</p>

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<h2><strong>Which metal is shown in the viral video?</strong></h2>

<p>The original video showing Africa’s magical rocks was first uploaded on Facebook in November last year, with a caption that read, “Lithium?” Some Twitter posts claimed that the rocks were discovered in Zimbabwe, a major producer of Lithium in Africa.&nbsp;</p>

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Social media is inundated with posts claiming a new kind of rock discovered in Africa can actually produce electricity on its own and power bulbs and LEDs. Many news portals and prominent African personalities, including South African businessman Daniel Marven, shared videos on Twitter showing the rock powering an electric bulb via wires.

Social media is inundated with posts claiming a new kind of rock discovered in Africa can actually produce electricity on its own and power bulbs and LEDs. Many news portals and prominent African personalities, including South African businessman Daniel Marven, shared videos on Twitter showing the rock powering an electric bulb via wires. Viral videos on social media appear to indicate the discovery of these rocks has been made in DR Congo. Electrically charged stones discovered in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. pic.twitter.com/Y92GlkjjFB — Daily Loud (@DailyLoud) January 22, 2023 × THE CONGOLESE ROCK 🪨 THAT PRODUCES ELECTRICITY 🔌. A kilo is said to have lite up a bulb 💡 for more than 72hours. #AfricanResources must be Protected at all Costs. Even the Leaders should be scrutinized upon any action on our #resources How long Shall #Africa 😭😭?#EndSARS pic.twitter.com/M5uItnXOZN — Alloydsfoods (@alloydsfoods) January 22, 2023 × The videos left users speculating whether the game-changing discovery could solve Africa’s electricity problem, while others argued that the continent should not share the valuable mineral with Western countries. But now a group of experts has dashed the hopes of those wondering whether such rocks could become the answer to Africa’s energy questions. The truth behind the viral video Experts quoted by BBC claim that the rocks are just good conductors of electricity and are connected to batteries not visible in the tightly-framed videos. For instance, a video showing two sparking rocks shows a gloved hand in the bottom, which is itself revealing. Watch: Lithium batteries reveal dark side of our electric fortune × According to Prof Stuart Haszeldine of the School of GeoSciences at Edinburgh University, “the current is flowing from the out-of-shot battery, through the rock being held with the glove (so the current doesn't flow through the gloved hand) and to earth via the second rock." Can African rock really power a LED bulb? Another video showing a rock illuminating LED bulb also has three hands in it, which means at least two people are in action behind the scene to pull off what seems an illusion. Prof Stuart commented, “It looks to me that the current flows when two hands touch, and the wires are mostly illusion. So it may be just as interesting to get a close-up magician to look, and see if a trick of misdirection can be spotted." Also Read | Analysis of meteorite reveals two alien `never before seen on Earth` minerals Which metal is shown in the viral video? The original video showing Africa’s magical rocks was first uploaded on Facebook in November last year, with a caption that read, “Lithium?” Some Twitter posts claimed that the rocks were discovered in Zimbabwe, a major producer of Lithium in Africa. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p><strong>California earthquake LIVE UPDATES: </strong>Around 3:30 PM GMT+5:30 on Wednesday, a 4.2 magnitude earthquake struck California, according to the US Geological Survey. The coast of California, about 10 miles south of Malibu Beach, felt the shocks of the latest California earthquake. However, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said that the California earthquake did not pose any tsunami threat. Several regions of Southern California felt the tremors, said the reports. The aftershocks ranged from 2.6 to 3.5 in magnitude. According to the Los Angeles Fire Department, the California earthquake did not cause any significant damage to infrastructure or people. Following the 4.2 magnitude earthquake in California, the fire department initiated a 470 square-mile survey of Los Angeles.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Here's all you need to know about the Southern California earthquake.</p>

<h2>California earthquake epicentre</h2>

<p>At least three shocks from the California earthquake hit several regions around Malibu beach on Wednesday morning. The last shock wave hit somewhere around 17 kilometres from Malibu, California, United States.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, it is not the first time an earthquake of a larger magnitude has hit California. On December 20, 2022, tremors of 6.4 magnitudes struck California. The epicentre of the much deadlier California earthquake was about 10 miles southwest of Ferndale, California, in Humboldt County. It killed at least two people due to the shortage of response towards medical emergencies and caused damage to several buildings.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Malibu Beach was the epicentre of the California earthquake experienced on January 25, 2023.&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>During the earthquake in December 2022, more than 70,000 reports of power outages came to the authorities. Bridges and roads also faced damage due to the previous California earthquake. The Sheriff's office in Humboldt County also reported twelve injuries.&nbsp;</p>


California earthquake LIVE UPDATES: Around 3:30 PM GMT+5:30 on Wednesday, a 4.2 magnitude earthquake struck California, according to the US Geological Survey. The coast of California, about 10 miles south of Malibu Beach, felt the shocks of the latest California earthquake.

California earthquake LIVE UPDATES: Around 3:30 PM GMT+5:30 on Wednesday, a 4.2 magnitude earthquake struck California, according to the US Geological Survey. The coast of California, about 10 miles south of Malibu Beach, felt the shocks of the latest California earthquake. However, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said that the California earthquake did not pose any tsunami threat. Several regions of Southern California felt the tremors, said the reports. The aftershocks ranged from 2.6 to 3.5 in magnitude. According to the Los Angeles Fire Department, the California earthquake did not cause any significant damage to infrastructure or people. Following the 4.2 magnitude earthquake in California, the fire department initiated a 470 square-mile survey of Los Angeles. Here's all you need to know about the Southern California earthquake. California earthquake epicentre At least three shocks from the California earthquake hit several regions around Malibu beach on Wednesday morning. The last shock wave hit somewhere around 17 kilometres from Malibu, California, United States. However, it is not the first time an earthquake of a larger magnitude has hit California. On December 20, 2022, tremors of 6.4 magnitudes struck California. The epicentre of the much deadlier California earthquake was about 10 miles southwest of Ferndale, California, in Humboldt County. It killed at least two people due to the shortage of response towards medical emergencies and caused damage to several buildings. Malibu Beach was the epicentre of the California earthquake experienced on January 25, 2023. During the earthquake in December 2022, more than 70,000 reports of power outages came to the authorities. Bridges and roads also faced damage due to the previous California earthquake. The Sheriff's office in Humboldt County also reported twelve injuries.

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<p><strong>Pathan movie leaked online?: </strong>Several reports are claming that Bollywood actor Shahrukh Khan's most-anticipated movie 'Pathaan', which was all set to release on 25 January got leaked online on several sites. According to a <strong>Zoom TV report,</strong> websites such as Tamilrockers, Filmy4wap, Filmyzilla, Mp4movies, Pagalworld and Vegamovies leaked the Pathaan movie hours before its release. Reports also claim that the movie is leaked in its HD print and is freely available on many torrent websites.</p>

<p>The movie is directed by Siddharth Anand and broke records with its advance booking sales. The movie, which also stars Deepika Padukone and John Abraham, crossed its advance booking to <strong>Rs 14.66 crore</strong>.&nbsp; Shahrukh Khan will be seen in the theatres after three years in the action movie of the Yash Raj Films production.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Pathan movie leaked online? FACT CHECK here</strong></h2>

<p>Pathaan is generating a fantastic pre-release buzz, as evidenced by an increase in Google searches. According to reports, some illegal websites such as Tamilrockers, Filmyme4wap, Filmyzilla, Mp4movies, Pagalworld, and Vegamovies are claiming to show the movie Pathaan for free on their platform before its official release.&nbsp;</p>

<p>But after checking on these several websites it was found that the <strong>much-awaited film is not leaked yet.</strong> This rumour can be yet another barrier ahead of the big release. But, fret not, because these kinds of rumours cannot put a stop to the excitement of SRK fans.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The movie has already been surrounded by much controversy for its song, Besharam Rang. People are saying this attempt of spreading the rumour that the movie is already leaked on many torrent sites is actually a stunt to hamper the release of movie.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What are piracy laws and punishments in India?</strong></h2>

<p>As per the amended <strong>Cinematograph Act, of 1952</strong>, the recording of movies in the theatre by any recording device, in order to produce a pirated ‘cam print’ of the movie, is illegal and punishable by law.</p>

<p>Pirates who record movies via camcorder can face legal consequences, the provisions for which are described under the Act. The punishment for the same is <strong>imprisonment for up to 3 years </strong>and a f<strong>ine payable up to Rs. 10 lakh.</strong></p>


Pathan movie leaked online?: Several reports are claming that Bollywood actor Shahrukh Khan's most-anticipated movie 'Pathaan', which was all set to release on 25 January got leaked online on several sites.

Pathan movie leaked online?: Several reports are claming that Bollywood actor Shahrukh Khan's most-anticipated movie 'Pathaan', which was all set to release on 25 January got leaked online on several sites. According to a Zoom TV report, websites such as Tamilrockers, Filmy4wap, Filmyzilla, Mp4movies, Pagalworld and Vegamovies leaked the Pathaan movie hours before its release. Reports also claim that the movie is leaked in its HD print and is freely available on many torrent websites. The movie is directed by Siddharth Anand and broke records with its advance booking sales. The movie, which also stars Deepika Padukone and John Abraham, crossed its advance booking to Rs 14.66 crore. Shahrukh Khan will be seen in the theatres after three years in the action movie of the Yash Raj Films production. Pathan movie leaked online? FACT CHECK here Pathaan is generating a fantastic pre-release buzz, as evidenced by an increase in Google searches. According to reports, some illegal websites such as Tamilrockers, Filmyme4wap, Filmyzilla, Mp4movies, Pagalworld, and Vegamovies are claiming to show the movie Pathaan for free on their platform before its official release. But after checking on these several websites it was found that the much-awaited film is not leaked yet. This rumour can be yet another barrier ahead of the big release. But, fret not, because these kinds of rumours cannot put a stop to the excitement of SRK fans. The movie has already been surrounded by much controversy for its song, Besharam Rang. People are saying this attempt of spreading the rumour that the movie is already leaked on many torrent sites is actually a stunt to hamper the release of movie. What are piracy laws and punishments in India? As per the amended Cinematograph Act, of 1952, the recording of movies in the theatre by any recording device, in order to produce a pirated ‘cam print’ of the movie, is illegal and punishable by law. Pirates who record movies via camcorder can face legal consequences, the provisions for which are described under the Act. The punishment for the same is imprisonment for up to 3 years and a fine payable up to Rs. 10 lakh.

Pathan movie leaked online? Shahrukh Khan film leaked on torrent sites before its release? Fact-check here

<p>South Korea's Kimchi, a uniquely sour, salty and umami flavoured dish of fermented vegetables, has hurt the country's economy last year, data from Korea Customs Service showed. South Korea imported record Kimchi-related ingredients even as inflation upped the prices of cabbage and related items that give Kimchi its signature pickle-like flavour.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-korea-banks-on-massive-cabbage-depots-to-avert-kimchi-crisis-521066">South Korea banks on massive cabbage depots to avert kimchi crisis</a></strong></p>

<p>The total value of imported Kimchi was recorded at $169.4 million last year, showing a spike of more than 20 per cent from 2021, according to data from the Korea Customs Service released Wednesday.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>How much Kimchi did South Korea import?</strong></p>

<p>In terms of volume, South Korea imported 263,434 tonnes of kimchi, a 9.5 per cent increase from 2021 but lower than the level of 281,187 tonnes in 2020.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO WATCH |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/wion-fineprint-meet-the-south-korean-based-k-pop-band-blackswan-553593">WION Fineprint: Meet the South Korean-based K-Pop band Blackswan</a></strong></p>

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<p>This implies that South Koreans did not consume record Kimchi. But whatever Kimchi they consumed, it was priced higher than before due to price rise.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Where does South Korea import Kimchi from?</strong></p>

<p>South Korea imports Kimchi mainly from China. In China, reports say that the price of Kimchi can be as low as up to one-fifth the price of Korea-made Kimchi.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Kimchi in Korea</strong></p>

<p>Kimchi is omnipresent in both North and South Korea's. It is consumed both as a side and as an ingredient in other dishes like stews.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Across South Korea, restaurants and eateries have been long using imported Kimchi. However, amid local price rise, South Koreans upped their imports from China for ingredients used to prepare Kimchi.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, inflation in South Korea was recorded at an elevated level of 5 per cent in December. This was more than double the target of the South Korean central bank. However, inflation is expected to be eased to 3.6 per cent in 2023.</p>


South Korea's Kimchi, a uniquely sour, salty and umami flavoured dish of fermented vegetables, has hurt the country's economy last year, data from Korea Customs Service showed.

South Korea's Kimchi, a uniquely sour, salty and umami flavoured dish of fermented vegetables, has hurt the country's economy last year, data from Korea Customs Service showed. South Korea imported record Kimchi-related ingredients even as inflation upped the prices of cabbage and related items that give Kimchi its signature pickle-like flavour. ALSO READ | South Korea banks on massive cabbage depots to avert kimchi crisis The total value of imported Kimchi was recorded at $169.4 million last year, showing a spike of more than 20 per cent from 2021, according to data from the Korea Customs Service released Wednesday. How much Kimchi did South Korea import? In terms of volume, South Korea imported 263,434 tonnes of kimchi, a 9.5 per cent increase from 2021 but lower than the level of 281,187 tonnes in 2020. ALSO WATCH | WION Fineprint: Meet the South Korean-based K-Pop band Blackswan × This implies that South Koreans did not consume record Kimchi. But whatever Kimchi they consumed, it was priced higher than before due to price rise. Where does South Korea import Kimchi from? South Korea imports Kimchi mainly from China. In China, reports say that the price of Kimchi can be as low as up to one-fifth the price of Korea-made Kimchi. Kimchi in Korea Kimchi is omnipresent in both North and South Korea's. It is consumed both as a side and as an ingredient in other dishes like stews. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. Across South Korea, restaurants and eateries have been long using imported Kimchi. However, amid local price rise, South Koreans upped their imports from China for ingredients used to prepare Kimchi. Meanwhile, inflation in South Korea was recorded at an elevated level of 5 per cent in December. This was more than double the target of the South Korean central bank. However, inflation is expected to be eased to 3.6 per cent in 2023.

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<p>A 23-year-old Indian student has died after armed robbers shot him Sunday evening at Princeton Park in Chicago, United States. Another Indian student was left injured and is in critical condition. The dead Indian student has been identified as Devsish Nandepu. The two friends were standing near the parking area of Princeton Park at around 6:55 PM local time when a dark-coloured vehicle approached them. The armed robbers first asked them to surrender their valuables, and then both were shot at. Nandepu was taken to Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, where he breathed his last at 4 AM on Monday.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Devsish Nandepu’s 22-year-old friend in critical condition</strong></h2>

<p>The police said the other student accompanying Nandepu was admitted to the University of Chicago Medical Center after he was struck in the chest and is in critical condition. So far, no arrest has been made in the case. Over the past few weeks, Chicago has witnessed a series of gun violence incidents, raising concerns about public safety and the law &amp; order situation under controversial Democratic Mayor Lori Lightfoot.</p>

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<h2><strong>30 people shot at in a single week in Chicago</strong></h2>

<p>A series of gun violence has rocked Chicago this week. As per a report by ABC 7 Chicago, around 30 people were shot, including 7 fatally, last weekend. Three others were killed in separate shootings Sunday on the South and West Sides in Gresham and Humboldt Park. A 35-year-old man was shot in the face in the 700-block of South Spaulding Avenue at around 7:05 p.m., according to police. He was rushed to Stroger Hospital in a critical state but later succumbed to injuries.</p>

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A 23-year-old Indian student has died after armed robbers shot him Sunday evening at Princeton Park in Chicago, United States. Another Indian student was left injured and is in critical condition.

A 23-year-old Indian student has died after armed robbers shot him Sunday evening at Princeton Park in Chicago, United States. Another Indian student was left injured and is in critical condition. The dead Indian student has been identified as Devsish Nandepu. The two friends were standing near the parking area of Princeton Park at around 6:55 PM local time when a dark-coloured vehicle approached them. The armed robbers first asked them to surrender their valuables, and then both were shot at. Nandepu was taken to Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, where he breathed his last at 4 AM on Monday. Devsish Nandepu’s 22-year-old friend in critical condition The police said the other student accompanying Nandepu was admitted to the University of Chicago Medical Center after he was struck in the chest and is in critical condition. So far, no arrest has been made in the case. Over the past few weeks, Chicago has witnessed a series of gun violence incidents, raising concerns about public safety and the law & order situation under controversial Democratic Mayor Lori Lightfoot. Also Read | US: Biden calls for assault weapons ban after California witnesses third mass shooting within three days 30 people shot at in a single week in Chicago A series of gun violence has rocked Chicago this week. As per a report by ABC 7 Chicago, around 30 people were shot, including 7 fatally, last weekend. Three others were killed in separate shootings Sunday on the South and West Sides in Gresham and Humboldt Park. A 35-year-old man was shot in the face in the 700-block of South Spaulding Avenue at around 7:05 p.m., according to police. He was rushed to Stroger Hospital in a critical state but later succumbed to injuries. Watch | Shooting horror returns to Chicago × And just 15 minutes after the incident, Police recovered the body of an 18-year-old guy lying on the ground in the 1100-block of West 77th Street with multiple gunshot wounds in his torso. He was transferred to the University of Chicago, where doctors declared him dead. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Gun violence rocks Chicago: 23-year-old Indian dies after armed robbers shot him in the chest

<p><strong>Microsoft Teams down live updates: </strong>Microsoft Corp was hit by an outage on Wednesday, which left thousands of users in India unable to access various apps and services, including Teams and Outlook. Outage tracking website Downdetector.com revealed that about 1800 users in India reported glitches in Microsoft apps. Users were unable to send texts, mails and messages through MS Teams and Outlook. They took to Twitter to share their experience. Some expressed their frustration as the outage might disrupt normal business operations for some corporations.</p>

<h2><strong>Outage linked to Microsoft layoffs?</strong></h2>

<p>Some users also began speculating as to whether the outage Microsoft Team and Outlook were experiencing was related to the tech giant's most recent round of layoffs. A user commented, "Microsoft Teams is acting up today; I wonder if it has anything to do with the layoffs."&nbsp;</p>

<p>It must be noted that the American tech company recently announced to lay off 10,000 jobs globally. The business announced that it is permanently shutting down its VR platform. The platform, known as AltspaceVR, will be discontinued as of March 10, 2023. Additionally, according to a story by Windows Central, Microsoft is said to have fired the team behind MTRK, the platform created for the integration of AR and VR.</p>

<p><strong>Microsoft said it was investigating the outage.</strong></p>


Microsoft Teams down live updates: Microsoft Corp was hit by an outage on Wednesday, which left thousands of users in India unable to access various apps and services, including Teams and Outlook.

Microsoft Teams down live updates: Microsoft Corp was hit by an outage on Wednesday, which left thousands of users in India unable to access various apps and services, including Teams and Outlook. Outage tracking website Downdetector.com revealed that about 1800 users in India reported glitches in Microsoft apps. Users were unable to send texts, mails and messages through MS Teams and Outlook. They took to Twitter to share their experience. Some expressed their frustration as the outage might disrupt normal business operations for some corporations. Outage linked to Microsoft layoffs? Some users also began speculating as to whether the outage Microsoft Team and Outlook were experiencing was related to the tech giant's most recent round of layoffs. A user commented, "Microsoft Teams is acting up today; I wonder if it has anything to do with the layoffs." It must be noted that the American tech company recently announced to lay off 10,000 jobs globally. The business announced that it is permanently shutting down its VR platform. The platform, known as AltspaceVR, will be discontinued as of March 10, 2023. Additionally, according to a story by Windows Central, Microsoft is said to have fired the team behind MTRK, the platform created for the integration of AR and VR. Microsoft said it was investigating the outage.

Microsoft Teams down live updates: Users unable to access Teams & Outlook, Microsoft releases statement

<p>A furious father shot dead his 19-year-old daughter in Pakistan’s Karachi on Monday over honour. The girl reportedly married a doctor without her father’s will 10 days before, following which the father, identified as 65-year-old Ameer Jan Mehsud, filed a report of kidnapping. The police recovered the girl on Sunday and was taken to Karachi court on Monday for the recording of confessions and statements. Ameer Mehsud chased the girl and opened fire on her at gate number 4 of City Courts. The girl died on the spot. Meanwhile, two others were left injured, including a head constable. The police immediately arrested the father and recovered a weapon from him.</p>

<h2><strong>Karachi Police in action</strong></h2>

<p>City Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Shabbir Ahmed Sethar informed the media the dead body of the girl, along with the two injured persons, was taken to Dr Ruth Pfau Civil Hospital Karachi. The Pirabad Station House Officer (SHO) Mukhtiar Ahmed Panhwar said that the police official deployed at the entry of City Courts has been suspended due to negligence. Dawn reported that an official FIR against the father for murdering his daughter was yet to be filed by the police.</p>

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<p>In May last year, another shocking case of honour killing was reported in the country where two Spanish-origin girls were shot dead by their relatives after they refused to take their husbands along with them to Spain.</p>

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<p>Honour killings continue unabated in Pakistan. Last year, there were over 470 documented cases of honour killings in Pakistan. But human rights advocates believe about 1,000 women are murdered in the name of honour in the country every year. Honour killings are rarely reported since they are majorly seen as private family concerns, bringing shame to families.&nbsp;</p>

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A furious father shot dead his 19-year-old daughter in Pakistan’s Karachi on Monday over honour. The girl reportedly married a doctor without her father’s will 10 days before, following which the father, identified as 65-year-old Ameer Jan Mehsud, filed a report of kidnapping.

A furious father shot dead his 19-year-old daughter in Pakistan’s Karachi on Monday over honour. The girl reportedly married a doctor without her father’s will 10 days before, following which the father, identified as 65-year-old Ameer Jan Mehsud, filed a report of kidnapping. The police recovered the girl on Sunday and was taken to Karachi court on Monday for the recording of confessions and statements. Ameer Mehsud chased the girl and opened fire on her at gate number 4 of City Courts. The girl died on the spot. Meanwhile, two others were left injured, including a head constable. The police immediately arrested the father and recovered a weapon from him. Karachi Police in action City Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Shabbir Ahmed Sethar informed the media the dead body of the girl, along with the two injured persons, was taken to Dr Ruth Pfau Civil Hospital Karachi. The Pirabad Station House Officer (SHO) Mukhtiar Ahmed Panhwar said that the police official deployed at the entry of City Courts has been suspended due to negligence. Dawn reported that an official FIR against the father for murdering his daughter was yet to be filed by the police. Watch: Honour killing in Pakistan: Man burns alive 7 family members × Honour killings: A commonplace in Pakistan In May last year, another shocking case of honour killing was reported in the country where two Spanish-origin girls were shot dead by their relatives after they refused to take their husbands along with them to Spain. Also Read | 'Honour' killing: Pakistani-origin Spanish sister duo murdered, 6 including husbands arrested for murder Honour killings continue unabated in Pakistan. Last year, there were over 470 documented cases of honour killings in Pakistan. But human rights advocates believe about 1,000 women are murdered in the name of honour in the country every year. Honour killings are rarely reported since they are majorly seen as private family concerns, bringing shame to families. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>Sea spiders can do more than you would think they are capable of. Not just limbs, the sea spiders can also regrow amputated body parts, as per a study which was released on Monday. Senior Author of the study, Gerhard Scholtz of Humboldt University in Berlin while expressing disbelief over the study said, "nobody had expected this," and added that the study is the first-of-its-kind and will propel further research in the field.&nbsp;</p>

<p>There has been sufficient documentation around the capability of various types of arthropods such as spiders, centipedes, and other insects to regrow limbs after amputation. However, growing a full body part is a shocker for the author of the study himself.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The experiments were done on tiny eight-legged sea spiders where the researchers amputated hind limbs and posterior parts of 23 immature and adult sea spiders. The researchers found different results for adult and juvenile spiders. In the adult spiders, there was no regeneration of the amputated body parts however it was not the same for juvenile spiders.</p>

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<p>Juvenile spiders, on the other hand, were able to regrow either completely or near-complete their amputated body parts. Among the parts which the juvenile spiders were able to regenerate are the hindgut, musculature, anus and parts of reproductive organs.</p>

<p>The results of the study reveal ninety per cent of the sea spiders survived long-term while 16 juvenile spiders could regenerate at least once. The posterior part of the body was regrown by 14 of the young spiders however adult specimens could not molt the body part.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"There's a wealth of different species that can be tested in this way," he said and explained that further understanding can be made on the cellular level and the molecular level which indicates the regeneration.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>He said that next step will be to discover what mechanism really works behind the successful regeneration of the amputated body parts. "Perhaps there are stem cells involved which are undifferentiated cells that can assume new shape and fate?"</p>

<p>"In the end, maybe the mechanisms we detect in arthropods may help medical treatments of limb loss or finger loss and so on in humans," Scholtz said. "This is always the hope."</p>

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Sea spiders can do more than you would think they are capable of. Not just limbs, the sea spiders can also regrow amputated body parts, as per a study which was released on Monday.

Sea spiders can do more than you would think they are capable of. Not just limbs, the sea spiders can also regrow amputated body parts, as per a study which was released on Monday. Senior Author of the study, Gerhard Scholtz of Humboldt University in Berlin while expressing disbelief over the study said, "nobody had expected this," and added that the study is the first-of-its-kind and will propel further research in the field. There has been sufficient documentation around the capability of various types of arthropods such as spiders, centipedes, and other insects to regrow limbs after amputation. However, growing a full body part is a shocker for the author of the study himself. ALSO READ | STARGAZERS ALERT ! Rare exotic green comet to shoot past earth after 50,000 years The experiments were done on tiny eight-legged sea spiders where the researchers amputated hind limbs and posterior parts of 23 immature and adult sea spiders. The researchers found different results for adult and juvenile spiders. In the adult spiders, there was no regeneration of the amputated body parts however it was not the same for juvenile spiders. ALSO READ | Are dark chocolates really a healthier choice? Juvenile spiders, on the other hand, were able to regrow either completely or near-complete their amputated body parts. Among the parts which the juvenile spiders were able to regenerate are the hindgut, musculature, anus and parts of reproductive organs. The results of the study reveal ninety per cent of the sea spiders survived long-term while 16 juvenile spiders could regenerate at least once. The posterior part of the body was regrown by 14 of the young spiders however adult specimens could not molt the body part. "There's a wealth of different species that can be tested in this way," he said and explained that further understanding can be made on the cellular level and the molecular level which indicates the regeneration. WATCH | Police probes 'jealousy angle in U.S. mass shooting incident He said that next step will be to discover what mechanism really works behind the successful regeneration of the amputated body parts. "Perhaps there are stem cells involved which are undifferentiated cells that can assume new shape and fate?" "In the end, maybe the mechanisms we detect in arthropods may help medical treatments of limb loss or finger loss and so on in humans," Scholtz said. "This is always the hope." WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Consumer Reports, an American non-profit consumer organisation, says dark chocolates are not really a healthier choice.</p>

<p>Many consumers eat dark chocolate because of its potential health benefits and relatively low sugar content, but there is "nothing healthy" about eating heavy metals, according to consumer reports.</p>

<p>Chocolate makers have been urged to reduce harmful metals in their dark chocolate offerings after testing reveals high levels of exposure.</p>

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<p>Consumer Reports have appealed to four chocolate brands to commit by valentine's day to reduce lead and cadmium amounts from their dark chocolate products after conducting a series of tests.</p>

<p>In a letter addressed to Hershey's, Mondelez International, Theo Chocolate and Trader's Joe, Consumer Reports said long-term exposure to the metals might cause harm, including damage to the nervous system, kidneys, and immune system suppression, among other health complications.</p>

<p>These products can pose a great danger to pregnant women's and young children's well-being, especially due to the risk of developmental problems. The letters, accompanied by 55,000 petition signatures, aim to pressure chocolate manufacturers.</p>

<p>Consumer Reports from last month said that 23 of the 28 dark chocolate bars it tested contained dangerous amounts of lead, cadmium, or both, which could be dangerous, especially for those with more than one ounce of chocolate daily.</p>

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<p>A further breakdown of those previous reports showed five chocolate brands had high levels of both metals. Two from Theo, one from Trader Joe's, Lily's, owned by Hershey's, and Green &amp; Black's, owned by Mondelez.</p>

<p>Consumer Reports remain concerned about the effect of the addition of such harmful substances. While Hershey's, Mondelez, Godiva and Lindt did not respond to a Reuters request for comments, they have all been sued previously over those findings.</p>

<p>But a trade group, the National Confectioners Association, said the recommendations, which Consumer Reports followed and thought were "the most protective available," are "not food safety requirements" and that chocolates are still safe to eat.</p>

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Consumer Reports, an American non-profit consumer organisation, says dark chocolates are not really a healthier choice. Many consumers eat dark chocolate because of its potential health benefits and relatively low sugar content, but there is "nothing healthy" about eating heavy metals, according to consumer reports. Chocolate makers have been urged to reduce harmful metals in their dark chocolate offerings after testing reveals high levels of exposure. Also read | Scientists find the chocolaty secret to chocolate's sweetness Consumer Reports have appealed to four chocolate brands to commit by valentine's day to reduce lead and cadmium amounts from their dark chocolate products after conducting a series of tests. In a letter addressed to Hershey's, Mondelez International, Theo Chocolate and Trader's Joe, Consumer Reports said long-term exposure to the metals might cause harm, including damage to the nervous system, kidneys, and immune system suppression, among other health complications. These products can pose a great danger to pregnant women's and young children's well-being, especially due to the risk of developmental problems. The letters, accompanied by 55,000 petition signatures, aim to pressure chocolate manufacturers. Consumer Reports from last month said that 23 of the 28 dark chocolate bars it tested contained dangerous amounts of lead, cadmium, or both, which could be dangerous, especially for those with more than one ounce of chocolate daily. Also read | Hershey Co facing lawsuit over harmful metals found in chocolate bars A further breakdown of those previous reports showed five chocolate brands had high levels of both metals. Two from Theo, one from Trader Joe's, Lily's, owned by Hershey's, and Green & Black's, owned by Mondelez. Consumer Reports remain concerned about the effect of the addition of such harmful substances. While Hershey's, Mondelez, Godiva and Lindt did not respond to a Reuters request for comments, they have all been sued previously over those findings. But a trade group, the National Confectioners Association, said the recommendations, which Consumer Reports followed and thought were "the most protective available," are "not food safety requirements" and that chocolates are still safe to eat. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p><strong>School shooting in Iowa:&nbsp;</strong>The year 2023 has barely started and the US is already surrounded by gloomy clouds of mass shootings and school shootings that again raise the question of&nbsp;its controversial gun laws. In a recent incident in Iowa state of the US, two students were fatally shot Monday at a charter school in the state.&nbsp;Earlier at the Lunar New Year Day celebrations in the US, an Asian man broke into an event in California and opened fire at people celebrating the day.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the <strong>Des Moines charter schoo</strong>l, Iowa, two teenage students were killed and a man was seriously injured on Monday afternoon in what police said looked&nbsp;like a targeted shooting.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What do we know about the school shooting in Iowa so far?</strong></h2>

<p>The school was running an <strong>educational programme</strong> that was designed especially to keep at-risk youth away from trouble and the injured man was identified as the programme's founder. The man was a rapper who left a life of gangs and violence to dedicate the rest of his life to&nbsp;helping youth in Des Moines. Police said on Monday that one man had been charged in the shooting, and two other people remain in custody.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 49-year-old injured man, <strong>William Holmes</strong> was running&nbsp;an educational programme called, the <strong>Starts Right Here program</strong>. It helps at-risk youth in grades 9-12 and is affiliated with the Des Moines school district.</p>

<p>The two students that got killed in the shooting are both male, aged 18 and 16. Authorities said that the shooting was the result of an ongoing gang dispute.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The incident was definitely targeted. It was not random. There was nothing random about this", Sgt. Paul Parizek said.</p>

<h2><strong>18-year-old Preston Walls, the accused of the Des Moines shooting</strong></h2>

<p>Police arrested an 18-year-old teenager, <strong>Preston Walls</strong> and charged him with two counts of murder and one count of attempted murder.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was also charged with criminal gang participation.&nbsp;Police said Walls was on supervised release for a weapons charge and had removed his ankle monitor 16 minutes before the shooting.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Police said Walls and all three victims were at the school on Monday when Walls entered a common area where Holmes and the two students were. Walls had a<strong> 9mm handgun with an extended ammunition magazine</strong> in his possession, police said, though they did not specify if he was displaying the weapon.</p>

<h2><strong>What happened at the Des Moines, Iowa school?</strong></h2>

<p>Holmes attempted to escort Walls away from the scene, but Walls pulled the handgun and began to shoot both teenage victims, according to police. Holmes, who was standing nearby, was also shot, and Walls fled the scene.</p>

<p>Officers on the scene observed a suspicious vehicle fleeing the scene and tried to stop the vehicle. However, Walls fled and was apprehended shortly afterwards. A 9mm handgun was discovered nearby, according to police. Three rounds were in the ammunition magazine, which had a capacity of 31 rounds.</p>

<p>Des Moines Mayor Frank Cownie said the people in the <strong>vehicle with Walls are also teenagers.</strong></p>

<p>The emergency crews were called to the school immediately. When officers arrived and found two students critically injured, they started CPR right away, but the two students died at a hospital.</p>

<h2>Last year also, Des Moines saw such an incident&nbsp;</h2>

<p>One student was killed and two other teens were seriously injured in a separate shooting outside a Des Moines high school <strong>last March</strong>. Ten people were charged after the shooting, all of whom were between the ages of 14 and 18 at the time. Five of them have pleaded guilty to charges related to the shooting.</p>

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School shooting in Iowa: The year 2023 has barely started and the US is already surrounded by gloomy clouds of mass shootings and school shootings that again raise the question of its controversial gun laws.

School shooting in Iowa: The year 2023 has barely started and the US is already surrounded by gloomy clouds of mass shootings and school shootings that again raise the question of its controversial gun laws. In a recent incident in Iowa state of the US, two students were fatally shot Monday at a charter school in the state. Earlier at the Lunar New Year Day celebrations in the US, an Asian man broke into an event in California and opened fire at people celebrating the day. In the Des Moines charter school, Iowa, two teenage students were killed and a man was seriously injured on Monday afternoon in what police said looked like a targeted shooting. What do we know about the school shooting in Iowa so far? The school was running an educational programme that was designed especially to keep at-risk youth away from trouble and the injured man was identified as the programme's founder. The man was a rapper who left a life of gangs and violence to dedicate the rest of his life to helping youth in Des Moines. Police said on Monday that one man had been charged in the shooting, and two other people remain in custody. The 49-year-old injured man, William Holmes was running an educational programme called, the Starts Right Here program. It helps at-risk youth in grades 9-12 and is affiliated with the Des Moines school district. The two students that got killed in the shooting are both male, aged 18 and 16. Authorities said that the shooting was the result of an ongoing gang dispute. "The incident was definitely targeted. It was not random. There was nothing random about this", Sgt. Paul Parizek said. 18-year-old Preston Walls, the accused of the Des Moines shooting Police arrested an 18-year-old teenager, Preston Walls and charged him with two counts of murder and one count of attempted murder. He was also charged with criminal gang participation. Police said Walls was on supervised release for a weapons charge and had removed his ankle monitor 16 minutes before the shooting. Police said Walls and all three victims were at the school on Monday when Walls entered a common area where Holmes and the two students were. Walls had a 9mm handgun with an extended ammunition magazine in his possession, police said, though they did not specify if he was displaying the weapon. What happened at the Des Moines, Iowa school? Holmes attempted to escort Walls away from the scene, but Walls pulled the handgun and began to shoot both teenage victims, according to police. Holmes, who was standing nearby, was also shot, and Walls fled the scene. Officers on the scene observed a suspicious vehicle fleeing the scene and tried to stop the vehicle. However, Walls fled and was apprehended shortly afterwards. A 9mm handgun was discovered nearby, according to police. Three rounds were in the ammunition magazine, which had a capacity of 31 rounds. Des Moines Mayor Frank Cownie said the people in the vehicle with Walls are also teenagers. The emergency crews were called to the school immediately. When officers arrived and found two students critically injured, they started CPR right away, but the two students died at a hospital. Last year also, Des Moines saw such an incident One student was killed and two other teens were seriously injured in a separate shooting outside a Des Moines high school last March. Ten people were charged after the shooting, all of whom were between the ages of 14 and 18 at the time. Five of them have pleaded guilty to charges related to the shooting.

Iowa school shooting: 2 Des Moines students killed, 1 official injured; what we know so far

<p>A self-taught 4-year-old has become the UK's youngest member of Mensa. The boy is well-versed to read, and counting, including in Mandarin and has become the youngest member to enter the elite club with a high-IQ score.</p>

<p>A British boy, named <strong>Teddy Hobbs</strong> from Portishead, Somerset taught himself to read while watching television and playing on his tablet, only at the age of two without his parents even noticing.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Teddy's mother, Beth said that they thought initially he was just making sounds while playing on his tablet, but to their surprise, they later realised he was actually speaking out loud numerals in the Chinese language.</p>

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<p>Her mother told the BBC Radio 4's Today programme, "He chooses a new topic of something to be interested in every couple of months or so, it seems. Sometimes it’s numbers. It was times tables for a while – that was a very intense period – then countries and maps and learning to count in different languages".</p>

<p>"He was playing on his tablet – we’ve put appropriate games like Thomas the Tank Engine on – and he was sat there … making the sounds I just didn’t recognise and I asked him what it was and it was, ‘Oh mummy, I’m counting in Mandarin".</p>

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<p>Hobbs said her son’s IQ score, which places him in<strong>&nbsp;the 99.5 percentile</strong> for his age, presents particular parenting challenges.</p>

<p>Teddy's mother said that his son&nbsp;doesn't know right now that he has achieved something, and that they will like to keep things that way only.</p>

<p>"He’s starting to figure out now that his friends can’t read and he’s a bit like ‘why?’. But it’s really important for us to keep him grounded. If he can do these things, fine. But he sees it as just ‘OK, well I can read but my friend can run faster than me. We’ve all got our individual talents", said her mother, Beth.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What is the Mensa test?</strong></h2>

<p>Mensa is the largest and one the oldest high-IQ societies&nbsp;in the world. It is a non-profit organisation open to people who score at the 98th percentile or higher on a standardised, supervised IQ or other approved intelligence test.</p>

<p>Mensa only accepts people who score in the top <strong>2 per cent </strong>of the general population on a supervised IQ test.&nbsp;Teddy took this hour-long test when he was only three years and seven months old.</p>

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A self-taught 4-year-old has become the UK's youngest member of Mensa. The boy is well-versed to read, and counting, including in Mandarin and has become the youngest member to enter the elite club with a high-IQ score. A British boy, named Teddy Hobbs from Portishead, Somerset taught himself to read while watching television and playing on his tablet, only at the age of two without his parents even noticing. Teddy's mother, Beth said that they thought initially he was just making sounds while playing on his tablet, but to their surprise, they later realised he was actually speaking out loud numerals in the Chinese language. Also Read | Oscar nominations could give blockbusters a boost this Tuesday Her mother told the BBC Radio 4's Today programme, "He chooses a new topic of something to be interested in every couple of months or so, it seems. Sometimes it’s numbers. It was times tables for a while – that was a very intense period – then countries and maps and learning to count in different languages". "He was playing on his tablet – we’ve put appropriate games like Thomas the Tank Engine on – and he was sat there … making the sounds I just didn’t recognise and I asked him what it was and it was, ‘Oh mummy, I’m counting in Mandarin". Watch | Meet the 11-year-old boy with IQ higher than Einstein × Hobbs said her son’s IQ score, which places him in the 99.5 percentile for his age, presents particular parenting challenges. Teddy's mother said that his son doesn't know right now that he has achieved something, and that they will like to keep things that way only. "He’s starting to figure out now that his friends can’t read and he’s a bit like ‘why?’. But it’s really important for us to keep him grounded. If he can do these things, fine. But he sees it as just ‘OK, well I can read but my friend can run faster than me. We’ve all got our individual talents", said her mother, Beth. What is the Mensa test? Mensa is the largest and one the oldest high-IQ societies in the world. It is a non-profit organisation open to people who score at the 98th percentile or higher on a standardised, supervised IQ or other approved intelligence test. Mensa only accepts people who score in the top 2 per cent of the general population on a supervised IQ test. Teddy took this hour-long test when he was only three years and seven months old. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Just days after causing havoc in Port Phillip Bay in Australia on Friday last week, an elephant seal reappeared on a Mornington Peninsula beach. A regional operations manager with Victoria’s Conservation Regulator, Gleen Sharp said that he helped coax the massive seal away from danger last week.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He said, “I was handed an oar, and was trying to get it back to the beach and into the water.”</p>

<p>It was a “large, large animal.” He said that despite being 500 kg the animal was pretty quick, Guardian reported.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The seal’s rescue effort on Friday began after the Police and Parks Victoria responders blocked the traffic to give the aquatic animal space to make its way back to sea. But the seal then turned around and went up into a&nbsp;local service station.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The officials suspect the reason for the seal going down the road in Port Lonsdale was that it was being harassed. The officials also reported that they heard dogs barking at the seal and Sharp also said that the&nbsp;people&nbsp;were getting too close and were taking selfies.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“We believe it was trying to retreat somewhere to safety.”</p>

<p>Sharp added that at the service station, the seal saw its reflection on the glass and defended itself. “That meant breaking the glass.” “Unfortunately, it did probably sustain a couple of cuts.”</p>

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<p>Similar instances occurred on Saturday at Blairgowrie, Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula, and a similar appearing seal popped up.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sharp explaining the occurrence said that “it is unfortunate...because it is pretty popular there.”</p>

<p>He also said that the worst thing people can do is jeopardise their return home. He strongly discouraged people from feeding the seal. “The last thing we want is to make it reliant upon human interaction.”</p>

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Just days after causing havoc in Port Phillip Bay in Australia on Friday last week, an elephant seal reappeared on a Mornington Peninsula beach. A regional operations manager with Victoria’s Conservation Regulator, Gleen Sharp said that he helped coax the massive seal away from danger last week.

Just days after causing havoc in Port Phillip Bay in Australia on Friday last week, an elephant seal reappeared on a Mornington Peninsula beach. A regional operations manager with Victoria’s Conservation Regulator, Gleen Sharp said that he helped coax the massive seal away from danger last week. He said, “I was handed an oar, and was trying to get it back to the beach and into the water.” It was a “large, large animal.” He said that despite being 500 kg the animal was pretty quick, Guardian reported. Watch |Around 2,500 dead seals found on the Caspian Sea Coast in Russia The seal’s rescue effort on Friday began after the Police and Parks Victoria responders blocked the traffic to give the aquatic animal space to make its way back to sea. But the seal then turned around and went up into a local service station. The officials suspect the reason for the seal going down the road in Port Lonsdale was that it was being harassed. The officials also reported that they heard dogs barking at the seal and Sharp also said that the people were getting too close and were taking selfies. “We believe it was trying to retreat somewhere to safety.” Sharp added that at the service station, the seal saw its reflection on the glass and defended itself. “That meant breaking the glass.” “Unfortunately, it did probably sustain a couple of cuts.” Also read | More than 130 endangered seals found dead on Kazakh beaches of the Caspian Sea Similar instances occurred on Saturday at Blairgowrie, Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula, and a similar appearing seal popped up. Sharp explaining the occurrence said that “it is unfortunate...because it is pretty popular there.” He also said that the worst thing people can do is jeopardise their return home. He strongly discouraged people from feeding the seal. “The last thing we want is to make it reliant upon human interaction.” (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Giant elephant seal weighing 500kg reappears along Victoria's coastline

<p>A lifeguard named Luke Shepardson, who is more dedicated to saving lives than winning any international surfing contest, this time bagged the first prize in Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational in Hawaii. The competition is held only when the waves at Waimea Bay consistently reach 30 feet or bigger.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Shepardson, 27, participated in the contest after he took special permission from his boss to take time out from his day to compete.</p>

<p>He scored 89.1 points out of 90 to claim the title and won $10,000 as prize money.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/in-pics-surfing-dogs-take-to-waves-at-world-dog-surfing-championship-in-california-505064"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;IN PICS | Surfing dogs take to waves at World Dog Surfing Championship in California</strong></a></p>

<p>He said, “I told myself, ‘I’m in it because I can win it.”</p>

<p>“It was super scary. The waves were huge, and it was a dream come true just to be part of The Eddie, just to be on the alternate list. I can’t believe it – it’s crazy. I’ve got to get back to the tower to make sure everyone’s OK until the end of the day.”</p>

<p>He was joined by other winners including Kelly Slater, Bruce Irons and Ross Clarke.&nbsp;</p>

<p>John Florence, the two-time WSL Champion, won the latest competition in 2016, and went close to becoming the first two-champion, but lost to Shepardson.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Another participant Ian Walsh said on Twitter congratulating Luke, "The Eddie Aikau! The crowd was ELECTRIC! What an experience.. Thank you to the Hawaiian Water Patrol for keeping all of our heads above water. Congrats to Luke Shepardson for the win on a monumental swell &amp; to all the other invitees/alternates. Looking forward to the next one."</p>

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<p>Kai Lenny, who came fifth said, “It felt incredible to surf in this event.” “I know we’ve all had the Eddie Aikau posters in our rooms growing up, so to have the opportunity to actually go out there for Eddie and his ohana [family], the Aikaus, was a dream come true for me.”</p>

<p>The event has been named after Eddie Aikau, who like Shepardson was a lifeguard. He saved over 500 people during his career.</p>

<p>Though in 1978, re-enacting an ancient route of Polynesian migration between Hawaii and Tahiti, he was aboard a vessel that capsized. Even though the whole crew was rescued, he disappeared and was never found.&nbsp;</p>

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A lifeguard named Luke Shepardson, who is more dedicated to saving lives than winning any international surfing contest, this time bagged the first prize in Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational in Hawaii.

A lifeguard named Luke Shepardson, who is more dedicated to saving lives than winning any international surfing contest, this time bagged the first prize in Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational in Hawaii. The competition is held only when the waves at Waimea Bay consistently reach 30 feet or bigger. Shepardson, 27, participated in the contest after he took special permission from his boss to take time out from his day to compete. He scored 89.1 points out of 90 to claim the title and won $10,000 as prize money. Also read | IN PICS | Surfing dogs take to waves at World Dog Surfing Championship in California He said, “I told myself, ‘I’m in it because I can win it.” “It was super scary. The waves were huge, and it was a dream come true just to be part of The Eddie, just to be on the alternate list. I can’t believe it – it’s crazy. I’ve got to get back to the tower to make sure everyone’s OK until the end of the day.” He was joined by other winners including Kelly Slater, Bruce Irons and Ross Clarke. John Florence, the two-time WSL Champion, won the latest competition in 2016, and went close to becoming the first two-champion, but lost to Shepardson. Another participant Ian Walsh said on Twitter congratulating Luke, "The Eddie Aikau! The crowd was ELECTRIC! What an experience.. Thank you to the Hawaiian Water Patrol for keeping all of our heads above water. Congrats to Luke Shepardson for the win on a monumental swell & to all the other invitees/alternates. Looking forward to the next one." The Eddie Aikau! The crowd was ELECTRIC! What an experience.. Thank you to the Hawaiian Water Patrol for keeping all of our heads above water. Congrats to Luke Shepardson for the win on a monumental swell & to all the other invitees/alternates. Looking forward to the next one ⚡️ pic.twitter.com/ueZKHrB9SJ — Ian Walsh (@IanWalsh4) January 23, 2023 × Watch | Cuba: Surfing gets official recognition as they are now free from police harassment Kai Lenny, who came fifth said, “It felt incredible to surf in this event.” “I know we’ve all had the Eddie Aikau posters in our rooms growing up, so to have the opportunity to actually go out there for Eddie and his ohana [family], the Aikaus, was a dream come true for me.” The event has been named after Eddie Aikau, who like Shepardson was a lifeguard. He saved over 500 people during his career. Though in 1978, re-enacting an ancient route of Polynesian migration between Hawaii and Tahiti, he was aboard a vessel that capsized. Even though the whole crew was rescued, he disappeared and was never found. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

'I told myself, I can win it': Local lifeguard beats world’s best surfers, wins Eddie Aikau surf contest

<p>The <em>world’s worst</em> McDonald’s, located in Canada’s Ottawa, is shutting down this April. Due to constant disturbances and ongoing criminal activities inside the restaurant and in its close vicinity, the McDonald’s branch at Rideau Street earned the title of the world’s worst McDonald’s. In 2018, a total of 800 emergency calls were made to the police from the restaurant. In 2013, a viral video from the branch showed a man pulling out a raccoon from his sweater during a brawl involving 15 people. On Reddit, a former manager of the outlet claimed people would often make death threats to staff. A customer on Trip Advisor wrote the restaurant was “<strong>vomit-inducing and dangerous.”</strong></p>

<h2><strong>Rideau Street McDonald’s: A constant pain in the neck for Ottawa police</strong></h2>

<p>After several incidents of fights and unruly behaviour, Ottawa police chief Charles Bordeleau sent a letter to McDonald’s and expressed his concerns over the ongoing criminal activities in the outlet. Even in 2022, a total of 150 emergency calls were made to the police from the branch, involving serious crimes such as drug abuse and sexual activities near the toilet.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Ottawa as well as McDonald’s administration took several steps to check the criminal activities near the outlet. The operation timing at the 24-hour franchise was changed to 6 AM to 10 PM and only takeaways were allowed to reduce the violent activities but to no avail. Instead, the measures took a heavy toll on the outlet’s revenue.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/mcdonalds-to-exit-kazakhstan-due-to-supply-restrictions-549800">McDonald's announces exit from Kazakhstan due to ‘supply restrictions’</a></strong></p>

<h2><strong>Rideau Street shutting down this April</strong></h2>

<p>As per the building owner Peter Crosthwaite, McDonald’s has not requested to renew the lease of the space, and hence, the shop will be available for rent from July. Crosthwaite also added that the pandemic, truckers’ protests and the opening of a subway branch in the locality further exacerbated the woes of the McDonald’s outlet.</p>

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The world’s worst McDonald’s, located in Canada’s Ottawa, is shutting down this April. Due to constant disturbances and ongoing criminal activities inside the restaurant and in its close vicinity, the McDonald’s branch at Rideau Street earned the title of the world’s worst McDonald’s. In 2018, a total of 800 emergency calls were made to the police from the restaurant. In 2013, a viral video from the branch showed a man pulling out a raccoon from his sweater during a brawl involving 15 people. On Reddit, a former manager of the outlet claimed people would often make death threats to staff. A customer on Trip Advisor wrote the restaurant was “vomit-inducing and dangerous.” Rideau Street McDonald’s: A constant pain in the neck for Ottawa police After several incidents of fights and unruly behaviour, Ottawa police chief Charles Bordeleau sent a letter to McDonald’s and expressed his concerns over the ongoing criminal activities in the outlet. Even in 2022, a total of 150 emergency calls were made to the police from the branch, involving serious crimes such as drug abuse and sexual activities near the toilet. Watch: Russia opens rebranded McDonald's restaurants × Why is McDonald’s shutting its Rideau Street branch? Ottawa as well as McDonald’s administration took several steps to check the criminal activities near the outlet. The operation timing at the 24-hour franchise was changed to 6 AM to 10 PM and only takeaways were allowed to reduce the violent activities but to no avail. Instead, the measures took a heavy toll on the outlet’s revenue. Also Read | McDonald's announces exit from Kazakhstan due to ‘supply restrictions’ Rideau Street shutting down this April As per the building owner Peter Crosthwaite, McDonald’s has not requested to renew the lease of the space, and hence, the shop will be available for rent from July. Crosthwaite also added that the pandemic, truckers’ protests and the opening of a subway branch in the locality further exacerbated the woes of the McDonald’s outlet. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Burgers, brawls and beatings: World’s worst McDonald’s outlet is FINALLY closing down

<p>Audio streaming company Spotify has announced plans to lay off an unspecified number of employees as early as this week, as per a report by Bloomberg. The company, which currently employs 9,800 employees, fired 38 people from its Podcast wing last October. The development comes as the company finds itself mired in financial stress. Spotify’s shares tumbled 66 per cent last year. It made massive investments worth over a billion dollar in podcasting but is yet to gain returns. In June, the company’s executives said Spotify will become profitable within the next one or two years.</p>

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<p>Spotify is not the only company to announce layoffs in the troubled tech sector. Last week, Google announced it was laying off 6 per cent of its workforce, which roughly accounts for 12,000 employees. Facebook last year laid off 11,000 employees. Twitter also fired 70 per cent of its workforce after American billionaire Elon Musk’s takeover. The company is now left with only 2300 employees.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Firing spree across the tech sector</strong></h2>

<p>Over 91 tech firms, including Amazon, Salesforce and Coinbase, have fired more than 24,000 employees in the first 20 days of January alone. In 2022, a total of 153,000 employees were let go by Meta, Nvidia, Snap, Uber and Intel. The layoff spree reached its peak in November last year when the tech firms laid a whopping 51,000 employees in a single month.</p>

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<p>Tech firms added to their headcount during the pandemic. But given the shaky start this year, a host of companies may also announce mass layoffs to cut costs and boost profits.&nbsp;</p>

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Audio streaming company Spotify has announced plans to lay off an unspecified number of employees as early as this week, as per a report by Bloomberg. The company, which currently employs 9,800 employees, fired 38 people from its Podcast wing last October. The development comes as the company finds itself mired in financial stress. Spotify’s shares tumbled 66 per cent last year. It made massive investments worth over a billion dollar in podcasting but is yet to gain returns. In June, the company’s executives said Spotify will become profitable within the next one or two years. Watch: 2022: A year of layoffs - Edge News × Spotify layoffs: The company follows in the footsteps of Google, Microsoft and Twitter Spotify is not the only company to announce layoffs in the troubled tech sector. Last week, Google announced it was laying off 6 per cent of its workforce, which roughly accounts for 12,000 employees. Facebook last year laid off 11,000 employees. Twitter also fired 70 per cent of its workforce after American billionaire Elon Musk’s takeover. The company is now left with only 2300 employees. Firing spree across the tech sector Over 91 tech firms, including Amazon, Salesforce and Coinbase, have fired more than 24,000 employees in the first 20 days of January alone. In 2022, a total of 153,000 employees were let go by Meta, Nvidia, Snap, Uber and Intel. The layoff spree reached its peak in November last year when the tech firms laid a whopping 51,000 employees in a single month. Also Read | Google joins layoff spree, slashes 12000 jobs across world, offers 16 weeks' severance pay Tech firms added to their headcount during the pandemic. But given the shaky start this year, a host of companies may also announce mass layoffs to cut costs and boost profits. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>After five years of no sighting, dolphins appeared again in the Bronx River in New York. Although, the dolphins recently appeared in the East River of the city, for the first time since 2017 they have been spotted in the Bronx River.</p>

<p>The river has been kept stocked with many fishes by the authorities who believe that this will help in attracting dolphins to the river.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>A video was shared by the New York's Department of Parks and Recreation on Twitter which was shot by someone who witnessed the dolphins in the river.</p>

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<p>However, the joyous news of the mammal's appearance came along with a warning. The department wrote, “Make sure that they're comfortable during their visit by giving them space and not disturbing them.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Bronx River passes through the Bronx borough which is Manhattan's north and is the city's only freshwater river.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Non-profit Bronx River Alliance, which works to restore and protect the waterway, also confirmed the sightings.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"There seems to be more dolphin pods swimming near NY Harbor!" it stated on social media. "We are not sure why but authorities are further investigating their presence and we will keep you updated as we get more info,” the non-profit added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The numbers of dolphins in both the Atlantic and Pacific coastlines have dropped due to habitat destruction and pollution. Some dolphins also suffer injuries due to fishing nets and die.</p>

<p>Hence, the United States protects it under the Marine Mammal Protection Act, according to which it is illegal to harass or feed them.</p>

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After five years of no sighting, dolphins appeared again in the Bronx River in New York. Although, the dolphins recently appeared in the East River of the city, for the first time since 2017 they have been spotted in the Bronx River.

After five years of no sighting, dolphins appeared again in the Bronx River in New York. Although, the dolphins recently appeared in the East River of the city, for the first time since 2017 they have been spotted in the Bronx River. The river has been kept stocked with many fishes by the authorities who believe that this will help in attracting dolphins to the river. ALSO READ | Cambodian PM orders safe zones on Mekong River to save rare dolphins A video was shared by the New York's Department of Parks and Recreation on Twitter which was shot by someone who witnessed the dolphins in the river. It’s true—dolphins were spotted in the Bronx River this week! This is great news—it shows that the decades-long effort to restore the river as a healthy habitat is working. We believe these dolphins naturally found their way to the river in search of fish. (Video: Nick Banco) pic.twitter.com/40ZNgBjJZs — NYC Parks (@NYCParks) January 19, 2023 × However, the joyous news of the mammal's appearance came along with a warning. The department wrote, “Make sure that they're comfortable during their visit by giving them space and not disturbing them.” The Bronx River passes through the Bronx borough which is Manhattan's north and is the city's only freshwater river. Non-profit Bronx River Alliance, which works to restore and protect the waterway, also confirmed the sightings. WATCH | WION Climate Tracker: Pink dolphins rescued in Bolivia "There seems to be more dolphin pods swimming near NY Harbor!" it stated on social media. "We are not sure why but authorities are further investigating their presence and we will keep you updated as we get more info,” the non-profit added. The numbers of dolphins in both the Atlantic and Pacific coastlines have dropped due to habitat destruction and pollution. Some dolphins also suffer injuries due to fishing nets and die. Hence, the United States protects it under the Marine Mammal Protection Act, according to which it is illegal to harass or feed them. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>A protestor in France had to get his testicle amputated after a police officer hit him in the groin. Videos and images circulating in French media show a police officer hitting the man between the legs, and then leaving. The 26-year-old victim has been identified as a French engineer, who was reportedly taking pictures when the police hit him. Lawyer Lucie Simon is now suing the French police on behalf of her client for “voluntary violence that led to mutilation by a person vested with public authority”. The lawyer informed that the engineer was still in the hospital. As per the lawyer, the man is in great shock and keeps asking why he was wounded.</p>

<h2><strong>Paris Police order an inquiry into the incident</strong></h2>

<p>Paris Police Chief Laurent Nunez has ordered an inquiry into the incident after backlash grew in the media over the excessive use of force by Paris police. Olivier Veran, a spokesperson of the French government, expressed regret over the incident and said, “he felt empathy for the young man.”&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Why are protests happening in France?</strong></h2>

<p>Protests across France have erupted in response to President Emmanuel Macron’s plans to extend the retirement age from 62 to 64. The government said around 80,000 people took part in the protests on Thursday. However, a hard-left organisation CGT Union claimed around 400,000 protestors hit the streets in the French capital.</p>

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A protestor in France had to get his testicle amputated after a police officer hit him in the groin. Videos and images circulating in French media show a police officer hitting the man between the legs, and then leaving.

A protestor in France had to get his testicle amputated after a police officer hit him in the groin. Videos and images circulating in French media show a police officer hitting the man between the legs, and then leaving. The 26-year-old victim has been identified as a French engineer, who was reportedly taking pictures when the police hit him. Lawyer Lucie Simon is now suing the French police on behalf of her client for “voluntary violence that led to mutilation by a person vested with public authority”. The lawyer informed that the engineer was still in the hospital. As per the lawyer, the man is in great shock and keeps asking why he was wounded. Paris Police order an inquiry into the incident Paris Police Chief Laurent Nunez has ordered an inquiry into the incident after backlash grew in the media over the excessive use of force by Paris police. Olivier Veran, a spokesperson of the French government, expressed regret over the incident and said, “he felt empathy for the young man.” Also Read | EXPLAINED: Why are French labour unions holding nationwide strikes over Macron`s pension reforms? Why are protests happening in France? Protests across France have erupted in response to President Emmanuel Macron’s plans to extend the retirement age from 62 to 64. The government said around 80,000 people took part in the protests on Thursday. However, a hard-left organisation CGT Union claimed around 400,000 protestors hit the streets in the French capital. Watch: France protests against pension reforms × Troubled history of French police over excessive use of force It’s not uncommon for the French police to use excessive force against peaceful protesters. In 2020, a massive controversy broke out after three police officers were seen beating a black music producer. Surprisingly, the French government has taken steps to empower its security agencies without ensuring adequate transparency and accountability. In 2021, the Emmanuel Macron administration passed a “global security law” which gave absolute enforcement powers to agencies that many feared could have hindered transparency in police operations. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>Pakistan is going through its worst economic crisis and is almost on the verge of a financial collapse, but despite that, the country is importing luxury cars and high-end electric vehicles like a spendthrift.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the reports by The News International newspaper, cash-strapped Pakistan has spent $1.2 billion on the imports of transportation items like luxury cars and electric vehicles during the last six months.</p>

<p>It also reported that the country is facing an acute shortage of dollars and has less than 5 billion in its reserves with its State Bank which is hardly sufficient to finance three-week imports.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Last year, the imports of such transportation vehicles were reduced but reports say that many Pakistani are still buying expensive luxury vehicles and unnecessary goods, putting pressure on the country's economy.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>After this report came out, several concerns have been raised about the Pakistani government's policy of halting imports from the industrial and commercial sectors and spending a hefty amount of money on luxury cars and other vehicles.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The report came at a time when Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) are scheduled to begin talks next week amid falling foreign exchange reserves.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Furthermore, if the IMF's programme is not resumed within a few weeks, Pakistan will rapidly sink deeper into limbo. The country has already contacted the IMF to inquire about the process and complete its ninth review, which is currently pending on the organisation's end, according to Geo News.</p>

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Pakistan is going through its worst economic crisis and is almost on the verge of a financial collapse, but despite that, the country is importing luxury cars and high-end electric vehicles like a spendthrift.

Pakistan is going through its worst economic crisis and is almost on the verge of a financial collapse, but despite that, the country is importing luxury cars and high-end electric vehicles like a spendthrift. According to the reports by The News International newspaper, cash-strapped Pakistan has spent $1.2 billion on the imports of transportation items like luxury cars and electric vehicles during the last six months. It also reported that the country is facing an acute shortage of dollars and has less than 5 billion in its reserves with its State Bank which is hardly sufficient to finance three-week imports. Last year, the imports of such transportation vehicles were reduced but reports say that many Pakistani are still buying expensive luxury vehicles and unnecessary goods, putting pressure on the country's economy. Also Read | Nepal plane crash: Officials identify two more dead bodies of Indian nationals After this report came out, several concerns have been raised about the Pakistani government's policy of halting imports from the industrial and commercial sectors and spending a hefty amount of money on luxury cars and other vehicles. The report came at a time when Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) are scheduled to begin talks next week amid falling foreign exchange reserves. Furthermore, if the IMF's programme is not resumed within a few weeks, Pakistan will rapidly sink deeper into limbo. The country has already contacted the IMF to inquire about the process and complete its ninth review, which is currently pending on the organisation's end, according to Geo News. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>A video showing a man dancing on&nbsp;<strong><em>Besharam Rang</em></strong>&nbsp;song has gone viral on the internet with netizens claiming him to be Pakistan’s foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto. The man spotted in the video making flawless and sizzling moves has now been identified as Pakistan’s Mehroz Baig, apparently a student from Karachi. The person in the viral video was seen dancing with Pakistani actress and influencer Inaya Khan at what appeared to be a party. The original video was uploaded on Instagram. The caption of the original video said it was from Inaya’s sister’s wedding.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Amid the Pathaan controversy, a video went viral on social media claiming the person dancing to the song of ‘Besharam Rang’ was Pakistan’s foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari. But it was found that he was not Bhutto Zardari.<br />
<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BesharamRang?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BesharamRang</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bhutto?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Bhutto</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Pathaan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Pathaan</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/viralnews?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#viralnews</a> <a href="https://t.co/Cdx0UZdgT4">pic.twitter.com/Cdx0UZdgT4</a></p>
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<h2><strong>Bilawal Bhutto making headlines for wrong reasons lately</strong></h2>

<p>Pakistan’s foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto has been making headlines for controversial reasons lately. In another viral video on the internet, he was seen smoking outside a building in Davos. In this video, it is Bilawal himself, not his lookalike.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">A video of Foreign Minister and Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bilawal?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Bilawal</a> Bhutto-Zardari <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/smoking?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#smoking</a> cigarette has gone <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/viral?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#viral</a> on social media. <a href="https://t.co/K5XwvijwEn">pic.twitter.com/K5XwvijwEn</a></p>
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<p>In December last year, he stirred a massive controversy by inflicting personal attacks on Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the RSS, a nationalist organisation associated with India’s ruling Bhartiya Janata Party.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Pakistan is participating in the World Economic Forum amid huge economic turmoil at home. Recently, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed his desire to mend ties with India after “having learnt lessons from the self-destructing wars”, before backing off the next day.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Bilawal Bhutto, who is representing Pakistan at WEF in Davos, also tried raking up tensions with India on the Kashmir issue. He whined it was ironic that UNSC resolutions mean so much to Europe and the West but ‘are nothing more than the paper they are written on' when it comes to Jammu and Kashmir.</p>

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A video showing a man dancing on Besharam Rang song has gone viral on the internet with netizens claiming him to be Pakistan’s foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto. The man spotted in the video making flawless and sizzling moves has now been identified as Pakistan’s Mehroz Baig, apparently a student from Karachi.

A video showing a man dancing on Besharam Rang song has gone viral on the internet with netizens claiming him to be Pakistan’s foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto. The man spotted in the video making flawless and sizzling moves has now been identified as Pakistan’s Mehroz Baig, apparently a student from Karachi. The person in the viral video was seen dancing with Pakistani actress and influencer Inaya Khan at what appeared to be a party. The original video was uploaded on Instagram. The caption of the original video said it was from Inaya’s sister’s wedding. Amid the Pathaan controversy, a video went viral on social media claiming the person dancing to the song of ‘Besharam Rang’ was Pakistan’s foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari. But it was found that he was not Bhutto Zardari. #BesharamRang #Bhutto #Pathaan #viralnews pic.twitter.com/Cdx0UZdgT4 — News Leak Centre (@NLCnewsnetwork) January 22, 2023 × Watch: WION Fineprint | Pakistan's economic turmoil × Bilawal Bhutto making headlines for wrong reasons lately Pakistan’s foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto has been making headlines for controversial reasons lately. In another viral video on the internet, he was seen smoking outside a building in Davos. In this video, it is Bilawal himself, not his lookalike. A video of Foreign Minister and Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman #Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari #smoking cigarette has gone #viral on social media. pic.twitter.com/K5XwvijwEn — Siyasi Meme (@siyasi_meme) January 21, 2023 × In December last year, he stirred a massive controversy by inflicting personal attacks on Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the RSS, a nationalist organisation associated with India’s ruling Bhartiya Janata Party. Pakistan is participating in the World Economic Forum amid huge economic turmoil at home. Recently, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed his desire to mend ties with India after “having learnt lessons from the self-destructing wars”, before backing off the next day. Also Read | Pakistan: ECP to appoint Mohsin Naqvi as Punjab`s caretaker CM Bilawal Bhutto, who is representing Pakistan at WEF in Davos, also tried raking up tensions with India on the Kashmir issue. He whined it was ironic that UNSC resolutions mean so much to Europe and the West but ‘are nothing more than the paper they are written on' when it comes to Jammu and Kashmir. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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