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<p>Amid the row over the acrimonious Twitter deal, Tesla chief Elon Musk challenged Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal to a public debate over the social media giant's "bot percentage".&nbsp;</p>

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Let him prove to the public that Twitter has &lt;5% fake or spam daily users!</p>
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<p>"Let him prove to the public that Twitter has &lt;5% fake or spam daily users," the SpaceX boss said in a series of tweets challenging the company's CEO. In fact, Musk went a step further and said that "if Twitter simply provides their method of sampling 100 accounts and how they’re confirmed to be real, the deal should proceed on original terms."</p>

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<p>Musk had called off the $44 billion deal after bidding for the social networking site. In a case filing, Musk has argued the number of users shown advertising on the platform is nearly 65 million lower than the firm's 238 million figure. The case is set to open on October 17 in Delaware.&nbsp;</p>

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If Twitter simply provides their method of sampling 100 accounts and how they’re confirmed to be real, the deal should proceed on original terms.<br />
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However, if it turns out that their SEC filings are materially false, then it should not.</p>
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<p>Twitter has sued Musk asking him to complete the deal, however, the Tesla chief has countersued while accusing the company of misleading him over its user base. Twitter has claimed less than five per cent of its users are bots but Musk has now publicly challenged this figure.</p>

<p>Twitter has said Musk cannot walk away from the deal since he did not seek any information over the issue while making the buyout offer. The company informed the court that it has "complied in every respect with the merger agreement."</p>

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Amid the row over the acrimonious Twitter deal, Tesla chief Elon Musk challenged Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal to a public debate over the social media giant's "bot percentage".

Amid the row over the acrimonious Twitter deal, Tesla chief Elon Musk challenged Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal to a public debate over the social media giant's "bot percentage". I hereby challenge @paraga to a public debate about the Twitter bot percentage. Let him prove to the public that Twitter has <5% fake or spam daily users! — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) August 6, 2022 × "Let him prove to the public that Twitter has <5% fake or spam daily users," the SpaceX boss said in a series of tweets challenging the company's CEO. In fact, Musk went a step further and said that "if Twitter simply provides their method of sampling 100 accounts and how they’re confirmed to be real, the deal should proceed on original terms." Also Read: Court rules Musk's Twitter countersuit to be made public Musk had called off the $44 billion deal after bidding for the social networking site. In a case filing, Musk has argued the number of users shown advertising on the platform is nearly 65 million lower than the firm's 238 million figure. The case is set to open on October 17 in Delaware. Good summary of the problem. If Twitter simply provides their method of sampling 100 accounts and how they’re confirmed to be real, the deal should proceed on original terms. However, if it turns out that their SEC filings are materially false, then it should not. — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) August 6, 2022 × Watch: Tesla CEO accuses Twitter of fraud Twitter has sued Musk asking him to complete the deal, however, the Tesla chief has countersued while accusing the company of misleading him over its user base. Twitter has claimed less than five per cent of its users are bots but Musk has now publicly challenged this figure. Twitter has said Musk cannot walk away from the deal since he did not seek any information over the issue while making the buyout offer. The company informed the court that it has "complied in every respect with the merger agreement." (With inputs from Agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

I hereby challenge Parag Agrawal to a public debate, says Musk amid Twitter row

<p>A top French scientist&nbsp;Etienne Klein had tweeted an image of a red ball of fire last week&nbsp;apparently taken by the James Webb Space telescope as Twitter celebrated the new discovery, however, the picture turned out to be an image of Spanish sausage chorizo.</p>

<p>Klein marvelled at the "level of detail" in his post while highlighting that it was taken by James Webb Space Telescope as the image exploded on Twitter. However, the French scientist backtracked saying it wasn't a star but spicy Spanish sausage chorizo.</p>

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Elle a été prise par le JWST.<br />
Ce niveau de détails… Un nouveau monde se dévoile jour après jour. <a href="https://t.co/88UBbHDQ7Z">pic.twitter.com/88UBbHDQ7Z</a></p>
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<p>Klein urged "caution" over "images that seem to speak for themselves" while apologising for the mistake. The photo had gone viral on social media as people looked at the funny side after the revelation.</p>

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<p>"According to contemporary cosmology, no object belonging to Spanish charcuterie exists anywhere but on Earth," Klein said while claiming that it was a joke to begin with but later admitted his mistake saying: "I come to present my apologies to those who may have been shocked by my prank, which had nothing original about it."</p>

<p>Klein said it was a "scientist's joke". Klein is the director of the Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission in France.</p>

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A top French scientist Etienne Klein had tweeted an image of a red ball of fire last week apparently taken by the James Webb Space telescope as Twitter celebrated the new discovery, however, the picture turned out to be an image of Spanish sausage chorizo.

A top French scientist Etienne Klein had tweeted an image of a red ball of fire last week apparently taken by the James Webb Space telescope as Twitter celebrated the new discovery, however, the picture turned out to be an image of Spanish sausage chorizo. Klein marvelled at the "level of detail" in his post while highlighting that it was taken by James Webb Space Telescope as the image exploded on Twitter. However, the French scientist backtracked saying it wasn't a star but spicy Spanish sausage chorizo. Photo de Proxima du Centaure, l’étoile la plus proche du Soleil, située à 4,2 année-lumière de nous. Elle a été prise par le JWST. Ce niveau de détails… Un nouveau monde se dévoile jour après jour. pic.twitter.com/88UBbHDQ7Z — Etienne KLEIN (@EtienneKlein) July 31, 2022 × Klein urged "caution" over "images that seem to speak for themselves" while apologising for the mistake. The photo had gone viral on social media as people looked at the funny side after the revelation. Star is sausage Moon is cheese Space is charcuterie pic.twitter.com/sGbesJCIur — Lu 🐈‍⬛🐨🐻‍❄️👾 (@Velucyrapt0r) August 5, 2022 × I never *sausage* a planet. Top scientist admits 'space telescope image' was actually a slice of chorizohttps://t.co/9PyookQ5cp pic.twitter.com/tyGb8pr2Eu — Aaron Earls (@WardrobeDoor) August 5, 2022 × Space Sausage. https://t.co/xFm5O9DEDZ — Papa Mabes (@bigkenzombie) August 5, 2022 × "According to contemporary cosmology, no object belonging to Spanish charcuterie exists anywhere but on Earth," Klein said while claiming that it was a joke to begin with but later admitted his mistake saying: "I come to present my apologies to those who may have been shocked by my prank, which had nothing original about it." Klein said it was a "scientist's joke". Klein is the director of the Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission in France. (With inputs from Agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>A video of Andrea Garcia Lopez&nbsp;lighting up the court in her tiny, isolated town of San Esteban Atatlahuca in the southern state of Oaxaca has been viewed over a&nbsp;million times since it was shared by her grandson, earning her the title “Granny Jordan” among TikTok users.</p>

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<p>Lopez, a local craftswoman with her grey hair woven in two long braids, wearing a long skirt, tricks an opponent close to the basket to create room for a shot that she skillfully scores off the backboard. Even though her knee is starting to act up a little, she aspires to continue playing for many years.</p>

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A video of Andrea Garcia Lopez lighting up the court in her tiny, isolated town of San Esteban Atatlahuca in the southern state of Oaxaca has been viewed over a million times since it was shared by her grandson, earning her the title “Granny Jordan” among TikTok users.

A video of Andrea Garcia Lopez lighting up the court in her tiny, isolated town of San Esteban Atatlahuca in the southern state of Oaxaca has been viewed over a million times since it was shared by her grandson, earning her the title “Granny Jordan” among TikTok users. × Lopez, a local craftswoman with her grey hair woven in two long braids, wearing a long skirt, tricks an opponent close to the basket to create room for a shot that she skillfully scores off the backboard. Even though her knee is starting to act up a little, she aspires to continue playing for many years. (with inputs from agencies)

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<p>Javier Carvajal, who is an Ecuadoran bioengineer, has managed to resurrect a 400-year-old beer from its yeast. Carvajal found the yeast specimen inside an old oak barrel. It is believed to be Latin America's oldest beer.&nbsp;</p>

<p>a single-cell microorganism was taken from just a splinter of wood. It eventually was the key to recovering the formula of the beer that was first brewed in Quito in 1566 by friar Jodoco Ricke, who is a Franciscan of Flemish origin. Some historians believe that he apparently introduced wheat and barley to what is now the Ecuadoran capital.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Carvajal told AFP: "Not only have we recovered a biological treasure but also the 400-year-old work of silent domestication of a yeast that probably came from a chicha and that had been collected from the local environment."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chicha is a fermented or non-fermented beverage of Latin America, emerging from the Andes and Amazonia regions. It is a drink brewed by the Indigenous people of the Americas before Spanish colonisation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Historians said that in both the pre-and post-Spanish conquest periods, corn beer made from a variety of maize landraces has been the most common form of Chicha.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As reported by the news agency AFP, Carvajal said he found out about the ancient Franciscan brewery in Quito while reading specialist beer magazines. Notably, he already had experience recovering other yeasts.&nbsp;</p>

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Javier Carvajal, who is an Ecuadoran bioengineer, has managed to resurrect a 400-year-old beer from its yeast. Carvajal found the yeast specimen inside an old oak barrel.

Javier Carvajal, who is an Ecuadoran bioengineer, has managed to resurrect a 400-year-old beer from its yeast. Carvajal found the yeast specimen inside an old oak barrel. It is believed to be Latin America's oldest beer. a single-cell microorganism was taken from just a splinter of wood. It eventually was the key to recovering the formula of the beer that was first brewed in Quito in 1566 by friar Jodoco Ricke, who is a Franciscan of Flemish origin. Some historians believe that he apparently introduced wheat and barley to what is now the Ecuadoran capital. Carvajal told AFP: "Not only have we recovered a biological treasure but also the 400-year-old work of silent domestication of a yeast that probably came from a chicha and that had been collected from the local environment." Chicha is a fermented or non-fermented beverage of Latin America, emerging from the Andes and Amazonia regions. It is a drink brewed by the Indigenous people of the Americas before Spanish colonisation. Historians said that in both the pre-and post-Spanish conquest periods, corn beer made from a variety of maize landraces has been the most common form of Chicha. As reported by the news agency AFP, Carvajal said he found out about the ancient Franciscan brewery in Quito while reading specialist beer magazines. Notably, he already had experience recovering other yeasts. It took him a year to do so, but he finally managed to find a barrel from the old brewery in 2008. 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>An image from the popular ZSL London Zoo is going viral not for the animals and their antics, but for a ladies' purse. Yes, you read it right, a handbag that is made from the skin of a crocodile has been sarcastically placed in the reptile house of the zoo.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It is said that the handbag is made up of the endangered Siamese crocodile. There are no live Siamese crocodiles at the zoo but this 'handbag-dile' is definitely attracting visitors.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The photo, which was posted by a user named Tom, has gone viral on the microblogging site. Tom captioned it as &nbsp;"London zoo is not pissing around." The image was posted on August 2 and since then, it has garnered 400.4K likes and 69.9K retweets.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A report by BBC noted that the particular bag was seized at a London airport back in 2018 by officials at the UK border. The bag is displayed by the zoo to raise awareness of the impact that the illegal wildlife trade.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It is understood that there are only between 500 and 1,000 Siamese crocodiles are thought to be left worldwide due to habitat loss and hunting.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As quoted by BBC, Dr Ben Tapley who is a reptile and amphibian curator said that he was pleased that awareness was spreading.</p>

<p>Tapley said: "It's great to have all these fantastic animals here but the handbag has caught people's eye. We wanted to educate our visitors about it and create a talking point. Anything which shines a spotlight on the illegal trade is great."&nbsp;</p>

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An image from the popular ZSL London Zoo is going viral not for the animals and their antics, but for a ladies' purse. Yes, you read it right, a handbag that is made from the skin of a crocodile has been sarcastically placed in the reptile house of the zoo. It is said that the handbag is made up of the endangered Siamese crocodile. There are no live Siamese crocodiles at the zoo but this 'handbag-dile' is definitely attracting visitors. The photo, which was posted by a user named Tom, has gone viral on the microblogging site. Tom captioned it as "London zoo is not pissing around." The image was posted on August 2 and since then, it has garnered 400.4K likes and 69.9K retweets. A report by BBC noted that the particular bag was seized at a London airport back in 2018 by officials at the UK border. The bag is displayed by the zoo to raise awareness of the impact that the illegal wildlife trade. It is understood that there are only between 500 and 1,000 Siamese crocodiles are thought to be left worldwide due to habitat loss and hunting. As quoted by BBC, Dr Ben Tapley who is a reptile and amphibian curator said that he was pleased that awareness was spreading. Tapley said: "It's great to have all these fantastic animals here but the handbag has caught people's eye. We wanted to educate our visitors about it and create a talking point. Anything which shines a spotlight on the illegal trade is great." 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>Who doesn't like sandwiches and world records? What if you could be a part of a world record that also involved a giant sandwich? Recently, residents of Mexico City's Venustiano Carranza neighbourhood got the opportunity. The record for the longest "torta" sandwich was broken at the annual Torta festival in Venustiano Carranza. As per a Reuters report, attendees of the fair were able to feast on a 74-meter or a whopping 242.7 feet long torta sandwich.&nbsp;Several chefs from participating businesses worked together to create the enormous sandwich, which weighed about 800 kg.</p>

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<p>Can you guess how much time it took to assemble the humongous sandwich? As Venustiano Carranza mayor Evelyn Parra, surprisingly it only took the "master" chefs only two minutes and nine seconds. This was also a record in itself.</p>

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<p>Reuters reports that the fair isn't just fun, but it all provides torta cooks with a fair opportunity to promote their businesses while generating profit. For chefs like Rosa Ventura, who had to close her seafood torta restaurant due to the coronavirus pandemic, this fair was nothing short of a boon.</p>

<p>The torta is larger than a standard sandwich and can be created with a variety of ingredients. The record-breaking torta was divided into sections, each with a distinct flavour that represented a variety of concoctions that regional chefs have developed over time.</p>

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<p>Once the sandwich was done, onlookers got to taste the delicious food for 35 pesos ($1.5) per serving, reported the UK times. They had the option of selecting from the classic filling of pork, beef, and chicken or opting for a slice of exotic meat like buffalo, crocodile, ostrich, and venison.</p>

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Who doesn't like sandwiches and world records? What if you could be a part of a world record that also involved a giant sandwich? Recently, residents of Mexico City's Venustiano Carranza neighbourhood got the opportunity.

Who doesn't like sandwiches and world records? What if you could be a part of a world record that also involved a giant sandwich? Recently, residents of Mexico City's Venustiano Carranza neighbourhood got the opportunity. The record for the longest "torta" sandwich was broken at the annual Torta festival in Venustiano Carranza. As per a Reuters report, attendees of the fair were able to feast on a 74-meter or a whopping 242.7 feet long torta sandwich. Several chefs from participating businesses worked together to create the enormous sandwich, which weighed about 800 kg. Watch | KFC puts chicken feet on menu in China Can you guess how much time it took to assemble the humongous sandwich? As Venustiano Carranza mayor Evelyn Parra, surprisingly it only took the "master" chefs only two minutes and nine seconds. This was also a record in itself. Also read | A dog survives a bullet shot in the head. Check what happened Reuters reports that the fair isn't just fun, but it all provides torta cooks with a fair opportunity to promote their businesses while generating profit. For chefs like Rosa Ventura, who had to close her seafood torta restaurant due to the coronavirus pandemic, this fair was nothing short of a boon. The torta is larger than a standard sandwich and can be created with a variety of ingredients. The record-breaking torta was divided into sections, each with a distinct flavour that represented a variety of concoctions that regional chefs have developed over time. Also read | Haiti: Conservationists rediscover magnolia tree in forest. It was lost for 97 years Once the sandwich was done, onlookers got to taste the delicious food for 35 pesos ($1.5) per serving, reported the UK times. They had the option of selecting from the classic filling of pork, beef, and chicken or opting for a slice of exotic meat like buffalo, crocodile, ostrich, and venison. (With inputs from agencies) 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>As US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's US Air Force plane SPAR19 touched down in Taiwan,&nbsp;it became the&nbsp;most&nbsp;tracked active flight of all time.</p>

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<p>The SPAR19 US Air Force plane made its journey from &nbsp;Kuala Lumpur's Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) to Songshan Airport (TSA) in Taipei covering nearly 2,000 miles and was reportedly tracked by over 708,000 people around the world.</p>

<p>Flight radar data showed during the seven-hour flight from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei&nbsp;a total of 2.92 million people followed at least a portion of the flight.</p>

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<p>The US had earlier played down Pelosi's visit but reports suddenly claimed the US House Speaker was headed to Taiwan as Pelosi and her delegation left Malaysia's capital Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday and then flew east toward Borneo on a route while skirting the contentious South China Sea.</p>

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<p>According to Flightradar24, the SPAR19 flight to Taipei was tracked live by&nbsp;300,000 users online. Taiwanese fighter jets escorted Pelosi's plane during&nbsp;the final leg of the journey as China began its military exercise in the region close to Taiwan.</p>

<p><strong>SPAR 19 plane: Features</strong></p>

<p>According to reports, the SPAR19 is a modified Boeing 737 now called Boeing C-40C. It provides safe transportation to US leaders worldwide and carries US Cabinet and Congress leaders. The body of the aircraft is based on a commercial Boeing 737-700 business jet and it has an integrated GPS and flight management system onboard.</p>

<p>The plane has a rest area including sleep accommodation with business class seating and worktables and is known as an "office in the sky".</p>

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As US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's US Air Force plane SPAR19 touched down in Taiwan, it became the most tracked active flight of all time. With 708,000 people tracking the aircraft upon landing in Taipei, SPAR19 is Flightradar24’s most tracked live flight of all time.

As US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's US Air Force plane SPAR19 touched down in Taiwan, it became the most tracked active flight of all time. With 708,000 people tracking the aircraft upon landing in Taipei, SPAR19 is Flightradar24’s most tracked live flight of all time. https://t.co/RifLnVzeMP pic.twitter.com/m2OBIV9RME — Flightradar24 (@flightradar24) August 2, 2022 × The SPAR19 US Air Force plane made its journey from Kuala Lumpur's Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) to Songshan Airport (TSA) in Taipei covering nearly 2,000 miles and was reportedly tracked by over 708,000 people around the world. Flight radar data showed during the seven-hour flight from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei a total of 2.92 million people followed at least a portion of the flight. SPAR19 now in Taiwan airspace. pic.twitter.com/WvTvIYDGlg — Flightradar24 (@flightradar24) August 2, 2022 × Also Read in Pics | US next-generation drone strikes: How AFADS scan targets using AI precision The US had earlier played down Pelosi's visit but reports suddenly claimed the US House Speaker was headed to Taiwan as Pelosi and her delegation left Malaysia's capital Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday and then flew east toward Borneo on a route while skirting the contentious South China Sea. Watch: Not going to be intimidated by Chinese threats, says US According to Flightradar24, the SPAR19 flight to Taipei was tracked live by 300,000 users online. Taiwanese fighter jets escorted Pelosi's plane during the final leg of the journey as China began its military exercise in the region close to Taiwan. SPAR 19 plane: Features According to reports, the SPAR19 is a modified Boeing 737 now called Boeing C-40C. It provides safe transportation to US leaders worldwide and carries US Cabinet and Congress leaders. The body of the aircraft is based on a commercial Boeing 737-700 business jet and it has an integrated GPS and flight management system onboard. The plane has a rest area including sleep accommodation with business class seating and worktables and is known as an "office in the sky". (With Agency inputs) 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>On July 11, 2022, NASA's James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) unveiled the sharpest ever and most precise image of the distant universe. The oldest galaxies that have never been observed have been&nbsp;captured in the photograph known as Webb’s First Deep Field. Fashion is now being used to highlight this revolutionary image.</p>

<p>Astrophysicists now have a better understanding of the appearance of some of the first stars and galaxies in the cosmos thanks to the spectacular unveiling of JWST’s first images of high scientific grade. The full-colour, infrared First Deep Field photograph, which captures a moment in the early cosmos and notably the SMACS 0723 galaxy cluster, has become a new favourite for many people all around the world. One company has turned the stunning artwork created by its erratic, glinting galaxies into a wonderful, galaxy garment.</p>

<p>Svaha, a fashion company, has unveiled a new JWST-themed collection that includes a dress, top, and cardigan. This project combines its two hobbies, science and fashion. Each of these goods' cotton materials is completely covered with a NASA photograph that captures a tiny speck of space in exquisite clarity. Customers of Svaha were reportedly very interested in the JWST outfit. The dress sells for $79.99.</p>

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<p>The NIRCam telescope can look farther into space than ever before thanks to its infrared sensors. The light that reached the telescope took so long to enter the solar system to generate the pattern seen on the clothing that the ensuing shapes depict the universe when it was less than a billion years old. The well-known JWST image was digitally printed into the fabric of the dress in order to precisely mimic these sharp features and realistic dimensions (95 per cent cotton and 5 per cent lycra). Short sleeves and a flared, knee-length skirt with pockets sewed into the waist complete its design.</p>

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On July 11, 2022, NASA's James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) unveiled the sharpest ever and most precise image of the distant universe. The oldest galaxies that have never been observed have been captured in the photograph known as Webb’s First Deep Field.

On July 11, 2022, NASA's James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) unveiled the sharpest ever and most precise image of the distant universe. The oldest galaxies that have never been observed have been captured in the photograph known as Webb’s First Deep Field. Fashion is now being used to highlight this revolutionary image. Astrophysicists now have a better understanding of the appearance of some of the first stars and galaxies in the cosmos thanks to the spectacular unveiling of JWST’s first images of high scientific grade. The full-colour, infrared First Deep Field photograph, which captures a moment in the early cosmos and notably the SMACS 0723 galaxy cluster, has become a new favourite for many people all around the world. One company has turned the stunning artwork created by its erratic, glinting galaxies into a wonderful, galaxy garment. Svaha, a fashion company, has unveiled a new JWST-themed collection that includes a dress, top, and cardigan. This project combines its two hobbies, science and fashion. Each of these goods' cotton materials is completely covered with a NASA photograph that captures a tiny speck of space in exquisite clarity. Customers of Svaha were reportedly very interested in the JWST outfit. The dress sells for $79.99. Also Read: Putin signs Russian naval doctrine, says US, NATO ‘main threats’ to national security The NIRCam telescope can look farther into space than ever before thanks to its infrared sensors. The light that reached the telescope took so long to enter the solar system to generate the pattern seen on the clothing that the ensuing shapes depict the universe when it was less than a billion years old. The well-known JWST image was digitally printed into the fabric of the dress in order to precisely mimic these sharp features and realistic dimensions (95 per cent cotton and 5 per cent lycra). Short sleeves and a flared, knee-length skirt with pockets sewed into the waist complete its design. (with inputs from agencies)

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<p>Chinese social media users were aghast after a man ranted against his wife as&nbsp;she gave birth to a baby girl.</p>

<p>China's social media site Weibo was flooded with comments as the man claimed that he had "rotten luck" to get a daughter and could not "bear to stay in hospital for a single minute".</p>

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<p>The man reportedly said that he was so disappointed that he did not even want to name his newborn daughter as he took to social media to express his views. In a post the man wrote that he would divorce his wife for giving birth to a girl, however, he later said the post was sent before his wife gave birth claiming it was a "complaint".</p>

<p>The man asserted that he wanted a boy and was under stress as he had lost money in a scam as social media users blasted the man's "feudal idea".</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;China's birth rate plummets to its lowest level since 1978</strong></p>

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<p>China recorded a drop in fertility rate&nbsp;for the fourth consecutive year until 2020 as experts warned the number of newborns could drop to below 10 million in a few years. In a report released two year ago, the World Bank said&nbsp;China's fertility rate stood at 1.7, which was one of the lowest in the world declining sharply over the decades.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the World Bank, China's fertility rate stood at 5.8 in 1960 but has declined sharply since the 1980s. The Chinese government had introduced the one-child policy in 1979, a year after announcing big ticket economic reforms in 1978.</p>

<p>In 2015, the Chinese Communist Party ended the one-child policy. According to the latest Chinese data, the gender ratio remains skewed in the country with 723 million males compared to 689 million females.&nbsp;</p>

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Chinese social media users were aghast after a man ranted against his wife as she gave birth to a baby girl. China's social media site Weibo was flooded with comments as the man claimed that he had "rotten luck" to get a daughter and could not "bear to stay in hospital for a single minute".

Chinese social media users were aghast after a man ranted against his wife as she gave birth to a baby girl. China's social media site Weibo was flooded with comments as the man claimed that he had "rotten luck" to get a daughter and could not "bear to stay in hospital for a single minute". Also Read: China's population grows but birth rate drops to record low in 2021 The man reportedly said that he was so disappointed that he did not even want to name his newborn daughter as he took to social media to express his views. In a post the man wrote that he would divorce his wife for giving birth to a girl, however, he later said the post was sent before his wife gave birth claiming it was a "complaint". The man asserted that he wanted a boy and was under stress as he had lost money in a scam as social media users blasted the man's "feudal idea". Watch: China's birth rate plummets to its lowest level since 1978 China recorded a drop in fertility rate for the fourth consecutive year until 2020 as experts warned the number of newborns could drop to below 10 million in a few years. In a report released two year ago, the World Bank said China's fertility rate stood at 1.7, which was one of the lowest in the world declining sharply over the decades. According to the World Bank, China's fertility rate stood at 5.8 in 1960 but has declined sharply since the 1980s. The Chinese government had introduced the one-child policy in 1979, a year after announcing big ticket economic reforms in 1978. In 2015, the Chinese Communist Party ended the one-child policy. According to the latest Chinese data, the gender ratio remains skewed in the country with 723 million males compared to 689 million females. (With inputs from Agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>A 27-year-old Chinese man has been unable to get a job for many years. He has been facing rejections, not because of his educational qualification or his behaviour, but rather the companies are passing over him because he looks like a 12-years-old.</p>

<p>Mao Sheng, from Guangdong Province, has been desperately seeking stable employment so that he can look after his family, but he's not had any luck so far. Primarily because of his youthful looks.</p>

<p>The companies have been rejecting him because they suspect him to be a government agent, who is being used to snare companies abusing child labour rules.</p>

<p>In one instance, Mao explained, when he went with a friend to apply for a job at a factory, the manager only hired his friend while he was rejected, reports UK-based Mirror newspaper.</p>

<p>Now, he has started his own TikTok channel where he makes videos of himself venting out his frustration at not being able to support his father financially. Mao is the only breadwinner for his dad.</p>

<p>In another clip, he showed his ID to prove that was born in 1995.</p>

<p>But as the luck would have it, Mao has become a local celebrity after his rant video went viral. Many netizens criticised the prospective employers for not offering the 27-year-old a chance to prove himself.</p>

<p>The immense popularity has also caught the attention of potential employers who are reaching out to Mao.</p>

<p>A follow-up video has revealed that Mao accepted one of the jobs, according to Oddity Central.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, in another bizarre incident, a woman in China was fired for turning up on time and leaving when her shift finished. The woman said that her boss expected her to work up to eight hours of overtime on certain shifts.</p>

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A 27-year-old Chinese man has been unable to get a job for many years. He has been facing rejections, not because of his educational qualification or his behaviour, but rather the companies are passing over him because he looks like a 12-years-old.

A 27-year-old Chinese man has been unable to get a job for many years. He has been facing rejections, not because of his educational qualification or his behaviour, but rather the companies are passing over him because he looks like a 12-years-old. Mao Sheng, from Guangdong Province, has been desperately seeking stable employment so that he can look after his family, but he's not had any luck so far. Primarily because of his youthful looks. The companies have been rejecting him because they suspect him to be a government agent, who is being used to snare companies abusing child labour rules. In one instance, Mao explained, when he went with a friend to apply for a job at a factory, the manager only hired his friend while he was rejected, reports UK-based Mirror newspaper. Now, he has started his own TikTok channel where he makes videos of himself venting out his frustration at not being able to support his father financially. Mao is the only breadwinner for his dad. In another clip, he showed his ID to prove that was born in 1995. But as the luck would have it, Mao has become a local celebrity after his rant video went viral. Many netizens criticised the prospective employers for not offering the 27-year-old a chance to prove himself. The immense popularity has also caught the attention of potential employers who are reaching out to Mao. A follow-up video has revealed that Mao accepted one of the jobs, according to Oddity Central. Meanwhile, in another bizarre incident, a woman in China was fired for turning up on time and leaving when her shift finished. The woman said that her boss expected her to work up to eight hours of overtime on certain shifts. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

This 27-year-old Chinese man is not getting jobs due to his ‘youthful’ looks

<p>After the US space command announced the Chinese rocket Long March 5B debris had fallen into the Indian Ocean, videos appeared on social media in Malaysia which reportedly showed the falling debris lighting up the night sky.</p>

<p>Twitter followers were amazed as the debris could be seen clearly.</p>

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Nice grab! You were in the right place at the right time! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CZ5B?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CZ5B</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LongMarch5BRocketBooster?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LongMarch5BRocketBooster</a> <a href="https://t.co/8cKsrwYwaa">https://t.co/8cKsrwYwaa</a></p>
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<p>China’s Long March 5B had re-entered over the Indian Ocean, the US space command said. China gave information on coordinates of impact area in the Sulu Sea, off the coast of the Philippines in&nbsp;Palawan Island.</p>

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<p>The Chinese space agency claimed the “devices were ablated and destroyed during re-entry”. Malaysia's space agency confirmed it had spotted rocket debris upon re-entry as it fell into the Sulu Sea near&nbsp;Borneo island.</p>

<p>Malaysia said the burning debris also crossed its airspace and was detected in several areas including crossing the airspace around the state of Sarawak.</p>

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After the US space command announced the Chinese rocket Long March 5B debris had fallen into the Indian Ocean, videos appeared on social media in Malaysia which reportedly showed the falling debris lighting up the night sky.

After the US space command announced the Chinese rocket Long March 5B debris had fallen into the Indian Ocean, videos appeared on social media in Malaysia which reportedly showed the falling debris lighting up the night sky. Twitter followers were amazed as the debris could be seen clearly. Wow. Chinese rocket stage just re-entered the atmosphere over Borneo. This is the 13th piece of space debris weighing more than 6.5 tons to re-enter the atmosphere in an uncontrolled descent since 2000. This one weighed about 21 tons when it re-entered and broke apart. https://t.co/o7ymcWsdck — Angelo Young (@angeloyoung_) July 30, 2022 × Video - 25-ton debris from an uncontrolled Chinese rocket fell over the Indian Ocean on Saturday. As per NASA, the rocket re-entered the earth’s atmosphere over the Indian Ocean at 12:45 am. Video: Social media pic.twitter.com/wmu5tqDDXF — اخبار عاجل و تحليل اوضاع - افغانستان وجهان (@kgvh6v) July 31, 2022 × Chinese rocket debris re-entry. Nice grab! You were in the right place at the right time! #CZ5B #LongMarch5BRocketBooster https://t.co/8cKsrwYwaa — 🧜🏻‍♀️ (@DayangLeen) July 30, 2022 × China’s Long March 5B had re-entered over the Indian Ocean, the US space command said. China gave information on coordinates of impact area in the Sulu Sea, off the coast of the Philippines in Palawan Island. Also Read: Debris from Chinese rocket crashes into Indian Ocean The Chinese space agency claimed the “devices were ablated and destroyed during re-entry”. Malaysia's space agency confirmed it had spotted rocket debris upon re-entry as it fell into the Sulu Sea near Borneo island. Malaysia said the burning debris also crossed its airspace and was detected in several areas including crossing the airspace around the state of Sarawak. (With inputs from Agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>Reports claim Tesla chief Elon Musk is planning to build a private airport in Texas in east of Austin, near Bastrop.</p>

<p>Musk's companies including SpaceX, Tesla, and The Boring Company are already based in Texas. Tesla's Giga factory headquarters is based out of Texas. The company had moved its headquarters from Palo Alto, California to Austin, Texas last year.</p>

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<p>However, Musk's plan to build a private airport has not been officially corroborated. The move would require approval from the FAA and environmental clearance before the airport plan can be put into action.</p>

<p>The Boring Company had also moved its headquarters to Texas in line with Musk's other companies near the Austin executive airport, the report said.</p>

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<p>Reports claim Musk has ordered a new private jet for himself. The SpaceX boss already owns a Gulfstream G650. Musk has been embroiled in a dispute with Twitter after he announced an abrupt takeover.</p>

<p>Musk filed a countersuit against the social media giant after Twitter claimed the billionaire was contractually bound to complete the deal. Musk had pulled out after promising to buy Twitter in a $44 billion buyout deal.</p>

<p>The trial is set to begin in October and is set to last for five days. Musk had quoted $54.20 per share to buy Twitter, however, he pulled out this month accusing the social media company of misleading him over fake and spam accounts.</p>

<p>Last week Twitter reported a dip in revenue due to "advertising headwinds" while blaming Musk for "uncertainty related to the pending acquisition of Twitter". The company said "Musk's purported termination is invalid" and the "merger agreement remains in effect".&nbsp;</p>

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Reports claim Tesla chief Elon Musk is planning to build a private airport in Texas in east of Austin, near Bastrop. Musk's companies including SpaceX, Tesla, and The Boring Company are already based in Texas.

Reports claim Tesla chief Elon Musk is planning to build a private airport in Texas in east of Austin, near Bastrop. Musk's companies including SpaceX, Tesla, and The Boring Company are already based in Texas. Tesla's Giga factory headquarters is based out of Texas. The company had moved its headquarters from Palo Alto, California to Austin, Texas last year. Also Read: Musk linked to Google co-founder Sergey Brin's wife: Who is Nicole Shanahan? However, Musk's plan to build a private airport has not been officially corroborated. The move would require approval from the FAA and environmental clearance before the airport plan can be put into action. The Boring Company had also moved its headquarters to Texas in line with Musk's other companies near the Austin executive airport, the report said. Watch: Musk vs Twitter spat gets ugly Reports claim Musk has ordered a new private jet for himself. The SpaceX boss already owns a Gulfstream G650. Musk has been embroiled in a dispute with Twitter after he announced an abrupt takeover. Musk filed a countersuit against the social media giant after Twitter claimed the billionaire was contractually bound to complete the deal. Musk had pulled out after promising to buy Twitter in a $44 billion buyout deal. The trial is set to begin in October and is set to last for five days. Musk had quoted $54.20 per share to buy Twitter, however, he pulled out this month accusing the social media company of misleading him over fake and spam accounts. Last week Twitter reported a dip in revenue due to "advertising headwinds" while blaming Musk for "uncertainty related to the pending acquisition of Twitter". The company said "Musk's purported termination is invalid" and the "merger agreement remains in effect". (With inputs from Agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Musk's new plan: Private airport in Texas

<p>A winner is all set to win more than a billion dollars as the winning numbers were announced for one of the biggest lottery prizes in history. This happened in the Illinois state of United States as the Mega Millions jackpot numbers promise a payday of around $1.28 billion. Illinois Lottery announced the winning numbers on Friday and according to the official website, the winner numbers were - 13-36-45-57-67 with the Mega Ball being 14. The odds of joining were put at 1 in 302.5 million.</p>

<p>The lottery reached the massive amount after no winners were declared for 29 consecutive draws. It is currently the third-highest lottery prize in history and the biggest in the last five years.</p>

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<p>At least one ticket holder has won the prize, the lottery organisers said, according to AFP.</p>

<p>The lottery started drawing winners since April 15 but was unable to found even one in 29 attempts after a Tennessee man was the last person to get all six numbers right. Following the unsuccessful attempts, the prize money got bolstered by the annual payments by the players.</p>

<p>The website of the lottery company crashed completely after the winning numbers were announced.</p>

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<p>Till now, the biggest lottery prize money in Mega Millions jackpot history was $1.537 billion which was won by a man in South Carolina in 2018. Overall, the highest prize money was shared by winners from California, Florida and Tennessee as they claimed an amount of $1.586 billion.</p>

<p>According to the official website, Mega Millions is played in 45 states as well as Washington DC, and the US Virgin Islands.</p>


A winner is all set to win more than a billion dollars as the winning numbers were announced for one of the biggest lottery prizes in history. This happened in the Illinois state of United States as the Mega Millions jackpot numbers promise a payday of around $1.

A winner is all set to win more than a billion dollars as the winning numbers were announced for one of the biggest lottery prizes in history. This happened in the Illinois state of United States as the Mega Millions jackpot numbers promise a payday of around $1.28 billion. Illinois Lottery announced the winning numbers on Friday and according to the official website, the winner numbers were - 13-36-45-57-67 with the Mega Ball being 14. The odds of joining were put at 1 in 302.5 million. The lottery reached the massive amount after no winners were declared for 29 consecutive draws. It is currently the third-highest lottery prize in history and the biggest in the last five years. Also read | Spain reports second monkeypox-related death within 24 hours as cases rise At least one ticket holder has won the prize, the lottery organisers said, according to AFP. The lottery started drawing winners since April 15 but was unable to found even one in 29 attempts after a Tennessee man was the last person to get all six numbers right. Following the unsuccessful attempts, the prize money got bolstered by the annual payments by the players. The website of the lottery company crashed completely after the winning numbers were announced. Also read | Protesters storm Iraqi parliament for second time in a week amid growing unrest Till now, the biggest lottery prize money in Mega Millions jackpot history was $1.537 billion which was won by a man in South Carolina in 2018. Overall, the highest prize money was shared by winners from California, Florida and Tennessee as they claimed an amount of $1.586 billion. According to the official website, Mega Millions is played in 45 states as well as Washington DC, and the US Virgin Islands.

At least one winner from Illinois set to win $1.28 billion Mega Millions jackpot

<p>According to Taronga zoo's animal hospital, a newborn green sea turtle that was rescued from a Sydney beach had consumed so much plastic that it took six days for the contents to be expelled. The 127-gram hatchling was discovered in a rockpool not far from Tamarama Beach in Sydney. It had a hole in its shell, a chip in one of its flippers, and one of its four flippers was gone. Apart from these wounds, caregivers reported that the turtle appeared to be in good physical health and could swim without difficulty.</p>

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<p>The turtle is described as a "bagel with flippers," and it has recovered its health and weight to over 400g. Although there has been development, it might still be a full year before he is returned to the wild and coastal seas. According to the hospital, little hatchlings are particularly vulnerable to predators because of their size, and they want to give the animal the best chance of survival. Warmer waters are better for turtles, thus size and ocean temperature are both important considerations.</p>

<p>While some states have enacted stricter single-use plastic prohibitions, such as New South Wales, Queensland, and Western Australia, the scope of the issue can occasionally be daunting. Every year, more than 8 million tonnes are dumped into the oceans. The bulk is deposited along coastlines, carried out to sea by rivers, or left behind by fishing boats.</p>

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<p>Nearly 38 million pieces of plastic were discovered scattered across a beach on Henderson Island, one of the most remote places on earth, according to research. The amount of plastic pollution on Australia's shore has, on average, decreased by up to 30% as a result of the local government's efforts to reduce litter, according to a June analysis by CSIRO researchers.</p>

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According to Taronga zoo's animal hospital, a newborn green sea turtle that was rescued from a Sydney beach had consumed so much plastic that it took six days for the contents to be expelled.

According to Taronga zoo's animal hospital, a newborn green sea turtle that was rescued from a Sydney beach had consumed so much plastic that it took six days for the contents to be expelled. The 127-gram hatchling was discovered in a rockpool not far from Tamarama Beach in Sydney. It had a hole in its shell, a chip in one of its flippers, and one of its four flippers was gone. Apart from these wounds, caregivers reported that the turtle appeared to be in good physical health and could swim without difficulty. This tiny turtle arrived at Taronga Wildlife Hospital recently with a stomach full of plastic. We hope the NSW Plastic Action Plan will reduce the number of turtles admitted to us in the future. To support the vital work of our hospitals, please visit https://t.co/QCMerPsjYb pic.twitter.com/lJ92Ceu2jr — Taronga Zoo (@tarongazoo) July 28, 2022 × The turtle is described as a "bagel with flippers," and it has recovered its health and weight to over 400g. Although there has been development, it might still be a full year before he is returned to the wild and coastal seas. According to the hospital, little hatchlings are particularly vulnerable to predators because of their size, and they want to give the animal the best chance of survival. Warmer waters are better for turtles, thus size and ocean temperature are both important considerations. While some states have enacted stricter single-use plastic prohibitions, such as New South Wales, Queensland, and Western Australia, the scope of the issue can occasionally be daunting. Every year, more than 8 million tonnes are dumped into the oceans. The bulk is deposited along coastlines, carried out to sea by rivers, or left behind by fishing boats. Also Read: How ‘wickedest city on earth’ was submerged by nature's wrath Nearly 38 million pieces of plastic were discovered scattered across a beach on Henderson Island, one of the most remote places on earth, according to research. The amount of plastic pollution on Australia's shore has, on average, decreased by up to 30% as a result of the local government's efforts to reduce litter, according to a June analysis by CSIRO researchers. (with inputs from agencies)

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<p>In 1655, the English took Jamaica from the Spanish. They began bolstering its defences after realising the strategic value of the port's location at Kingston Harbour's entrance. The harbour, which was already brimming with defences, was enlarged to accommodate ships. Traders rushed to the safe haven in droves. But in addition to legal trade, piracy was another less honourable activity that contributed to the port's wealth.</p>

<p>Port Royal is the world's centre for buccaneering due to its location in the Caribbean, which is encircled by the Spanish Key, and its proximity to the main trade routes connecting the New World and Europe. The political ebbs and flows affected Port Royal's views on piracy. Piracy was celebrated when England and Spain were at strife, yet there were crackdowns.&nbsp;</p>

<p>With brick homes of two to four stories, piped water, and several brothels, gambling halls, and pubs, Port Royal became one of the richest ports in the Caribbean thanks to wealth amassed by legal trade and by pirates like Morgan. Because of its state-approved pirates and tolerance of human immorality, the Catholic Church denounced it as the "wickedest town in Christendom."</p>

<p>The church rector of Port Royal, Jamaica, was running late for lunch on June 7, 1692, but a buddy pleaded with him to hold off a little longer. He was spared by a seemingly insignificant decision. The ground started to shake and roll, but the friend dismissed the rector's concern because earthquakes on the island typically passed without much notice. But as the shaking grew more intense, the two guys heard the church tower shatter into pieces.</p>

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<p>An earthquake that scientists estimate to have registered 7.5 on the Richter scale, or a "significant" event, was followed by a tsunami. Most of Port Royal, including the cemetery where Henry Morgan was interred, was submerged in water by the time the crisis was over. Up to 2,000 people perished right away, and countless more perished shortly after.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The sunken settlement was covered by silt and submerged in 20 to 40 feet of gloomy water for about 300 years before marine archaeologists started to bring artefacts to the surface. These discoveries have aided in exposing the malicious rumours' falsehoods.</p>

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In 1655, the English took Jamaica from the Spanish. They began bolstering its defences after realising the strategic value of the port's location at Kingston Harbour's entrance.

In 1655, the English took Jamaica from the Spanish. They began bolstering its defences after realising the strategic value of the port's location at Kingston Harbour's entrance. The harbour, which was already brimming with defences, was enlarged to accommodate ships. Traders rushed to the safe haven in droves. But in addition to legal trade, piracy was another less honourable activity that contributed to the port's wealth. Port Royal is the world's centre for buccaneering due to its location in the Caribbean, which is encircled by the Spanish Key, and its proximity to the main trade routes connecting the New World and Europe. The political ebbs and flows affected Port Royal's views on piracy. Piracy was celebrated when England and Spain were at strife, yet there were crackdowns. With brick homes of two to four stories, piped water, and several brothels, gambling halls, and pubs, Port Royal became one of the richest ports in the Caribbean thanks to wealth amassed by legal trade and by pirates like Morgan. Because of its state-approved pirates and tolerance of human immorality, the Catholic Church denounced it as the "wickedest town in Christendom." The church rector of Port Royal, Jamaica, was running late for lunch on June 7, 1692, but a buddy pleaded with him to hold off a little longer. He was spared by a seemingly insignificant decision. The ground started to shake and roll, but the friend dismissed the rector's concern because earthquakes on the island typically passed without much notice. But as the shaking grew more intense, the two guys heard the church tower shatter into pieces. Also Read: In pics| Kentucky floods: 8 killed, people stranded on rooftops and trees An earthquake that scientists estimate to have registered 7.5 on the Richter scale, or a "significant" event, was followed by a tsunami. Most of Port Royal, including the cemetery where Henry Morgan was interred, was submerged in water by the time the crisis was over. Up to 2,000 people perished right away, and countless more perished shortly after. The sunken settlement was covered by silt and submerged in 20 to 40 feet of gloomy water for about 300 years before marine archaeologists started to bring artefacts to the surface. These discoveries have aided in exposing the malicious rumours' falsehoods. (with inputs from agencies)

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<p>Two species have been discovered to cause more economic harm than any other by scientists who have tallied the cost of invasive pests around the world. Since 1986, the American bullfrog and brown tree snake have cost the world $16.3 billion in damage.The invasive duo have caused ecological damage in addition to ruining farm produce and causing expensive power interruptions.</p>

<p>Researchers are hoping that their findings will lead to increased investment in efforts to prevent invasive species in the future.The scientists claimed in a paper published in Scientific Reports that the brown tree snake was solely to blame for $10.3 billion in damage, in part because it spread unchecked across many Pacific islands.</p>

<p>According to researcher Ismael Soto, the brown tree snake, or boiga irregularis, has proliferated rapidly on Pacific islands like Guam and the Marianna Islands, where the species was introduced by American forces during World War II.</p>

<p>According to him, there have been moments when the snakes were so numerous that they caused power outages by slithering across electrical machinery.</p>

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<p>The tiny Pacific island is home to more than two million brown tree snakes, with one estimate placing their density as high as 20 individuals per acre of the jungle on Guam. It is believed that island ecosystems are more susceptible to invasive species because they offer a higher threat to the extinction of native wildlife.</p>

<p>American bullfrog populations in Europe are out of control, necessitating ambitious and expensive management strategies. Officials have been obliged to erect pricey frog-proof fencing around known mating locations in order to stop the spread of the amphibian, which can grow up to 30cm (12 inches) in length and half a kilo (17.6oz) in weight.</p>

<p>The figures, which mostly originated from estimations and extrapolations rather than empirical observations, were obtained by aggregating the expenses associated with invasive species as published in peer-reviewed literature or research regarded to have high reliability.</p>

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Two species have been discovered to cause more economic harm than any other by scientists who have tallied the cost of invasive pests around the world. Since 1986, the American bullfrog and brown tree snake have cost the world $16.

Two species have been discovered to cause more economic harm than any other by scientists who have tallied the cost of invasive pests around the world. Since 1986, the American bullfrog and brown tree snake have cost the world $16.3 billion in damage.The invasive duo have caused ecological damage in addition to ruining farm produce and causing expensive power interruptions. Researchers are hoping that their findings will lead to increased investment in efforts to prevent invasive species in the future.The scientists claimed in a paper published in Scientific Reports that the brown tree snake was solely to blame for $10.3 billion in damage, in part because it spread unchecked across many Pacific islands. According to researcher Ismael Soto, the brown tree snake, or boiga irregularis, has proliferated rapidly on Pacific islands like Guam and the Marianna Islands, where the species was introduced by American forces during World War II. According to him, there have been moments when the snakes were so numerous that they caused power outages by slithering across electrical machinery. × The tiny Pacific island is home to more than two million brown tree snakes, with one estimate placing their density as high as 20 individuals per acre of the jungle on Guam. It is believed that island ecosystems are more susceptible to invasive species because they offer a higher threat to the extinction of native wildlife. American bullfrog populations in Europe are out of control, necessitating ambitious and expensive management strategies. Officials have been obliged to erect pricey frog-proof fencing around known mating locations in order to stop the spread of the amphibian, which can grow up to 30cm (12 inches) in length and half a kilo (17.6oz) in weight. The figures, which mostly originated from estimations and extrapolations rather than empirical observations, were obtained by aggregating the expenses associated with invasive species as published in peer-reviewed literature or research regarded to have high reliability. (With inputs from agencies) 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>Joyce Hall, the founder of Hallmark Cards, established Friendship Day in 1930. Every year on August 2nd, he planned to celebrate Friendship Day. People were upset because they thought Hall had discovered a way to sell more greeting cards in the name of "Friendship Day." This notion quickly faded from people's minds. On July 30, 1958, this concept resurfaced in the minds of an international organization called World Friendship Crusade. On July 20, 1958, Dr. Ramon Artemio Bracho had the idea of celebrating Friendship Day worldwide. Later, in 1998, the then-General-Secretary of the United Nations, Kofi Annan's wife, Mrs. Nane Annan, named Winnie the Pooh the world's Ambassador of Friendship at the United Nations. Finally, on April 27th, the United Nations General Assembly declared the 30th of July to be an official International Friendship Day. Furthermore, the assembly urged people to observe this day in accordance with their traditions and customs.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Know about the Significance of Friendship Day</strong></p>

<p>This day commemorates the friendship between two or more people and brings this special bond together across geographies, gender, religion, and other differences. The United Nations also encourages governments and civil organisations to foster and promote social harmony among people so that truth and peace can prevail and there is more love and less hatred among people, allowing humanity to triumph.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Friendship Day is observed every year on the first Sunday of August in India</strong></p>

<p>Friendship Day is observed on various dates throughout the world. In India, it is always observed on the first Sunday of August each year. To commemorate this day, people, mostly children, tie friendship bands around the wrists of their friends. This is interpreted as a promise to be best friends. This day was first designated as International Friendship Day in Paraguay in 1958. However, it is widely assumed that Joyce Hall's idea of a friendship day celebration was to make money by selling greeting cards to their friends to commemorate friendship day.</p>

<p><strong>Interesting Facts About Friendship Day</strong></p>

<p>1: Although it was unpopular in the United States and Europe to honor friendship, several Asian countries, including India, China, and Malaysia, began celebrating Friendship Day in the 1950s by exchanging gifts with their friends.&nbsp;</p>

<p>2: In the United States, The first Sunday in August was thought to be the origin of Friendship Day in 1935. Congress's decision to have a day to honour friends emphasised its significance.</p>

<p>3: The third Sunday in September is designated as Women's Friendship Day.</p>

<p>4: The friendship between Lord Krishna and Arjun is beautifully depicted in the famous Hindu epic "The Mahabharata." The Islamic religion has always placed a high value on the concepts of friendship and camaraderie.&nbsp;</p>


Joyce Hall, the founder of Hallmark Cards, established Friendship Day in 1930. Every year on August 2nd, he planned to celebrate Friendship Day. People were upset because they thought Hall had discovered a way to sell more greeting cards in the name of "Friendship Day.

Joyce Hall, the founder of Hallmark Cards, established Friendship Day in 1930. Every year on August 2nd, he planned to celebrate Friendship Day. People were upset because they thought Hall had discovered a way to sell more greeting cards in the name of "Friendship Day." This notion quickly faded from people's minds. On July 30, 1958, this concept resurfaced in the minds of an international organization called World Friendship Crusade. On July 20, 1958, Dr. Ramon Artemio Bracho had the idea of celebrating Friendship Day worldwide. Later, in 1998, the then-General-Secretary of the United Nations, Kofi Annan's wife, Mrs. Nane Annan, named Winnie the Pooh the world's Ambassador of Friendship at the United Nations. Finally, on April 27th, the United Nations General Assembly declared the 30th of July to be an official International Friendship Day. Furthermore, the assembly urged people to observe this day in accordance with their traditions and customs. Know about the Significance of Friendship Day This day commemorates the friendship between two or more people and brings this special bond together across geographies, gender, religion, and other differences. The United Nations also encourages governments and civil organisations to foster and promote social harmony among people so that truth and peace can prevail and there is more love and less hatred among people, allowing humanity to triumph. Friendship Day is observed every year on the first Sunday of August in India Friendship Day is observed on various dates throughout the world. In India, it is always observed on the first Sunday of August each year. To commemorate this day, people, mostly children, tie friendship bands around the wrists of their friends. This is interpreted as a promise to be best friends. This day was first designated as International Friendship Day in Paraguay in 1958. However, it is widely assumed that Joyce Hall's idea of a friendship day celebration was to make money by selling greeting cards to their friends to commemorate friendship day. Interesting Facts About Friendship Day 1: Although it was unpopular in the United States and Europe to honor friendship, several Asian countries, including India, China, and Malaysia, began celebrating Friendship Day in the 1950s by exchanging gifts with their friends. 2: In the United States, The first Sunday in August was thought to be the origin of Friendship Day in 1935. Congress's decision to have a day to honour friends emphasised its significance. 3: The third Sunday in September is designated as Women's Friendship Day. 4: The friendship between Lord Krishna and Arjun is beautifully depicted in the famous Hindu epic "The Mahabharata." The Islamic religion has always placed a high value on the concepts of friendship and camaraderie.

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<p>A video clip uploaded by the Democratic party on its official Twitter account has gone viral with people accusing it of being a "deepfake" video.</p>

<p>In the 17-second clip, the US president is seen speaking about the January 6 Capitol riots in which he&nbsp;says: "You can't be pro-insurrection and pro-cop, you can't be pro-insurrection and pro-democracy, you can't be pro-insurrection and pro-American" as he hits out at former US president Donald Trump.</p>

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<p>The post has currently liked by over 6,500 people with over 1,300 retweets. Social media users have cast doubt over Biden's appearance who looks different in another video shot on the same day but experts say it is due to lighting.</p>

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<p>In fact, the White House released another longer version of the video which is over 11 minutes as some doubted the Twitter video since they said the president does not blink but the YouTube video clearly shows the president blinking as he addresses viewers.</p>

<p>The commonly held belief that a person in deepfake videos does not blink is not true as experts say they do blink.</p>

<p>In the video, Biden commented on the Congressional committee report on the Captial riots in 2021 as right-wing Trump followers stormed the building. Newsmax commentator Benny Johnson in a tweet said: "Count how many times Joe Biden blinks in this video" as many thought the video was a creation of an AI machine.</p>

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<p>Deepfake videos have proliferated in recent years with several targeting US President Biden and ex-president Trump including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, however, the current video created a social media storm as users were not able to properly discern claiming it was a deepfake based on the president's appearance.</p>

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A video clip uploaded by the Democratic party on its official Twitter account has gone viral with people accusing it of being a "deepfake" video. In the 17-second clip, the US president is seen speaking about the January 6 Capitol riots in which he says: "You can't be pro-insurrection and pro-cop, you can't be pro-insurrection and pro-democracy, you can't be pro-insurrection and pro-American" as he hits out at former US president Donald Trump.

A video clip uploaded by the Democratic party on its official Twitter account has gone viral with people accusing it of being a "deepfake" video. In the 17-second clip, the US president is seen speaking about the January 6 Capitol riots in which he says: "You can't be pro-insurrection and pro-cop, you can't be pro-insurrection and pro-democracy, you can't be pro-insurrection and pro-American" as he hits out at former US president Donald Trump. “You can’t be pro-insurrection and pro-American.” —@JoeBiden pic.twitter.com/ufJxWPruj4 — The Democrats (@TheDemocrats) July 26, 2022 × The post has currently liked by over 6,500 people with over 1,300 retweets. Social media users have cast doubt over Biden's appearance who looks different in another video shot on the same day but experts say it is due to lighting. https://t.co/nheNeOlmHn — Five Times August (@FiveTimesAugust) July 27, 2022 × Why is he looking like that and why isn't he blinking?? — ZUBY: (@ZubyMusic) July 27, 2022 × Why is one of his eyes way bigger than the other? — Dan O'Donnell (@DanODonnellShow) July 27, 2022 × In fact, the White House released another longer version of the video which is over 11 minutes as some doubted the Twitter video since they said the president does not blink but the YouTube video clearly shows the president blinking as he addresses viewers. The commonly held belief that a person in deepfake videos does not blink is not true as experts say they do blink. In the video, Biden commented on the Congressional committee report on the Captial riots in 2021 as right-wing Trump followers stormed the building. Newsmax commentator Benny Johnson in a tweet said: "Count how many times Joe Biden blinks in this video" as many thought the video was a creation of an AI machine. 👀 WATCH: Biden Goes 40 Seconds Without Blinking https://t.co/DvEw7WOXpu — Adam Kredo (@Kredo0) July 27, 2022 × Deepfake videos have proliferated in recent years with several targeting US President Biden and ex-president Trump including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, however, the current video created a social media storm as users were not able to properly discern claiming it was a deepfake based on the president's appearance. (With inputs from Agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>By identifying a body discovered long ago on Australia's Somerton Beach that prompted decades of debate about who the person was and why he died, forensic specialists have contributed to solving a nearly 75-year-old mystery.</p>

<p>Through DNA analysis, the body that had been dubbed the "Somerton Man" over the years was eventually identified. By identifying potential relatives, the forensic testing assisted authorities and researchers in reducing the number of possibilities.</p>

<p>The body of the deceased was discovered in 1948 on an Adelaide beach. He was wearing a suit and tie, and he had a cigarette on his collar that was only halfway lit. The tags on his clothing were ripped off, and he had no identification on him. For many years, people conjectured that the man was a spy and may have perished during a covert operation.</p>

<p>After years of searching, authorities discovered illegible handwriting that some speculated might have been coded, but no fingerprint matches were ever established.</p>

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<p>On Tuesday specialists from Australia and the United States said that Carl Webb, who was not a spy but an electrical engineer, was the owner of the body.</p>

<p>Derek Abbott of the University of Adelaide and Colleen Fitzpatrick, a forensic expert from the United States, began working on the unsolved case more than ten years ago. Fitzpatrick employed DNA sequencing to create a family tree. That led to 4,000 potential relatives and ultimately connected Webb to one of them who was still alive.</p>

<p>According to Abbott, the case's resolution followed a period of waiting for technology to progress sufficiently to lead them in the proper direction.</p>

<p>"It resembles a sudoku puzzle made up of 4,000 pieces. Big was it, "Abbott spoke with The Age. In essence, just two unidentified individuals with no dates of death were present. He claimed that using DNA, researchers were able to "triangulate" a match to Webb's maternal and paternal ancestors. Abbott remarked, "It turns out he's our man because it all matches.</p>

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By identifying a body discovered long ago on Australia's Somerton Beach that prompted decades of debate about who the person was and why he died, forensic specialists have contributed to solving a nearly 75-year-old mystery.

By identifying a body discovered long ago on Australia's Somerton Beach that prompted decades of debate about who the person was and why he died, forensic specialists have contributed to solving a nearly 75-year-old mystery. Through DNA analysis, the body that had been dubbed the "Somerton Man" over the years was eventually identified. By identifying potential relatives, the forensic testing assisted authorities and researchers in reducing the number of possibilities. The body of the deceased was discovered in 1948 on an Adelaide beach. He was wearing a suit and tie, and he had a cigarette on his collar that was only halfway lit. The tags on his clothing were ripped off, and he had no identification on him. For many years, people conjectured that the man was a spy and may have perished during a covert operation. After years of searching, authorities discovered illegible handwriting that some speculated might have been coded, but no fingerprint matches were ever established. According to researchers, Webb, who was the youngest of six siblings and was born in 1905, divorced his wife Dorothy in 1947, the year before he passed away. But after that, Webb reportedly disappeared from Australia's consciousness. × On Tuesday specialists from Australia and the United States said that Carl Webb, who was not a spy but an electrical engineer, was the owner of the body. Derek Abbott of the University of Adelaide and Colleen Fitzpatrick, a forensic expert from the United States, began working on the unsolved case more than ten years ago. Fitzpatrick employed DNA sequencing to create a family tree. That led to 4,000 potential relatives and ultimately connected Webb to one of them who was still alive. According to Abbott, the case's resolution followed a period of waiting for technology to progress sufficiently to lead them in the proper direction. "It resembles a sudoku puzzle made up of 4,000 pieces. Big was it, "Abbott spoke with The Age. In essence, just two unidentified individuals with no dates of death were present. He claimed that using DNA, researchers were able to "triangulate" a match to Webb's maternal and paternal ancestors. Abbott remarked, "It turns out he's our man because it all matches. (With inputs from agencies) 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>As the US battles shark attacks, new research has said the great white sharks may be changing colour while hunting their prey.</p>

<p>The study was conducted off the South African coastline after a scientist learned about a skin deformity called leucism among the great white sharks. The peculiar phenomena results in loss of pigmentation.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/watch-terrifying-footage-shows-great-white-sharks-fierce-attack-on-the-divers-cage-500646">Also Read:&nbsp;Terrifying footage shows Great White Shark's fierce attack on the diver's cage</a></p>

<p>The revelation raised questions as an experiment was conducted using a food decoy as the shark hit the bait using "photo ID" technique. Research&nbsp;was conducted in the lab by treating the shark skin with hormones.</p>

<p>Interestingly, results showed the shark's skin changed colour as it was treated with hormones. The skin turned darker with one hormone and lighter with another. Although it did not conclusively prove that the great white sharks change colour but the researchers pointed out that more research needs to be conducted.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Egypt closes Red Sea beaches after deadly Shark attacks</strong></p>

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<p>The US witnessed a sharp increase in shark attacks this summer. Experts say great whites move up the Atlantic coast of the United States every summer as their migration peaks in August to October. Authorities have moved to close beaches after sharks were sighted amid additional surveillance patrols with drones.</p>

<p>Tourist beaches on Long Island in the US have reported increased shark bites with experts concluding&nbsp;that tiger sharks, sand tiger sharks and bull sharks likely to be the culprits and not the great white sharks. At least 75 shark attacks are reported globally each year, according to a study.</p>

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As the US battles shark attacks, new research has said the great white sharks may be changing colour while hunting their prey. The study was conducted off the South African coastline after a scientist learned about a skin deformity called leucism among the great white sharks.

As the US battles shark attacks, new research has said the great white sharks may be changing colour while hunting their prey. The study was conducted off the South African coastline after a scientist learned about a skin deformity called leucism among the great white sharks. The peculiar phenomena results in loss of pigmentation. Also Read: Terrifying footage shows Great White Shark's fierce attack on the diver's cage The revelation raised questions as an experiment was conducted using a food decoy as the shark hit the bait using "photo ID" technique. Research was conducted in the lab by treating the shark skin with hormones. Interestingly, results showed the shark's skin changed colour as it was treated with hormones. The skin turned darker with one hormone and lighter with another. Although it did not conclusively prove that the great white sharks change colour but the researchers pointed out that more research needs to be conducted. Watch: Egypt closes Red Sea beaches after deadly Shark attacks The US witnessed a sharp increase in shark attacks this summer. Experts say great whites move up the Atlantic coast of the United States every summer as their migration peaks in August to October. Authorities have moved to close beaches after sharks were sighted amid additional surveillance patrols with drones. Tourist beaches on Long Island in the US have reported increased shark bites with experts concluding that tiger sharks, sand tiger sharks and bull sharks likely to be the culprits and not the great white sharks. At least 75 shark attacks are reported globally each year, according to a study. (With inputs from Agencies) Watch WION's LIVE TV here: ×

Great white sharks may be changing colour while hunting prey: Study

<p>A young female walrus nicknamed Freya, which is famous for its antics is again in the headlines for cutely lying around, sinking boats and having fun. Freya has been named after the Norse goddess of love and beauty.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per onlookers, Freya is often seen causing chaos in some European countries including the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Denmark and Sweden. But this year, the 600-kilogramme cute marine mammal has chosen Norway's capital Oslo as her holiday destination.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Media reports state that for a week, Freya has entertained the Norwegians by basking in the sun of the Oslo fjord. Its recent media appearance is for bending a few boats.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Locals are curious about the presence of the mammal as normally it lives in the even more northerly latitudes of the Arctic.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It is receiving an ample amount of media attention. Newspaper Verdens Gang even put up a live stream of the walrus's every move on its website.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Freya has been filmed chasing a duck, attacking a swan and not to forget, dozing on boats while struggling to support her weight. All these activities happen between long naps. Notably, a walrus can sleep up to 20 hours a day.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Rolf Harald Jensen, a fisheries official, told broadcaster TV2, "It's a pity about the material damage but that's the way it is when you have wild animals." Jensen spoke while standing next to a hapless inflatable boat buckling under the animal's weight.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Freya is causing some trouble definitely, but no injuries have been reported so far. Media reports have noted that after considering moving her to another place, but the Norwegian authorities have decided to leave her in peace.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="no">Kanskje vil du bli flyttet over helgen, Freya. Vil du tåle sedasjon nå da? Ikke alle <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/hvalrosser?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#hvalrosser</a> gjør det<br />
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I've got my own boat 📹 Doing my own things <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Walrus?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Walrus</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/animals?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#animals</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/wildlife?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#wildlife</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Sealife?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Sealife</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Arctic?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Arctic</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/StormHour?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@StormHour</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Norway?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Norway</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Freya?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Freya</a> <a href="https://t.co/ASDCkUo85R">https://t.co/ASDCkUo85R</a> <a href="https://t.co/PQHCI3VUp5">pic.twitter.com/PQHCI3VUp5</a></p>
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<p>It is understood that authorities even considered euthanising Freya&nbsp;in case any kind of&nbsp;danger is posed&nbsp;to the public.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Norway's Directorate of Fisheries said on Monday, "She is doing well, feeding, resting and seems to be in good condition." It stressed the need for people to keep a distance and strongly advised against swimming or kayaking near Freya.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"(She) is not necessarily as slow and ham-fisted as one might think when she is resting. A walrus is not normally a danger to humans as long as you keep a safe distance. But if it is disturbed by humans and doesn't get the rest it needs, it may feel threatened and attack," it added.&nbsp;</p>

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A young female walrus nicknamed Freya, which is famous for its antics is again in the headlines for cutely lying around, sinking boats and having fun. Freya has been named after the Norse goddess of love and beauty.

A young female walrus nicknamed Freya, which is famous for its antics is again in the headlines for cutely lying around, sinking boats and having fun. Freya has been named after the Norse goddess of love and beauty. As per onlookers, Freya is often seen causing chaos in some European countries including the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Denmark and Sweden. But this year, the 600-kilogramme cute marine mammal has chosen Norway's capital Oslo as her holiday destination. Media reports state that for a week, Freya has entertained the Norwegians by basking in the sun of the Oslo fjord. Its recent media appearance is for bending a few boats. Locals are curious about the presence of the mammal as normally it lives in the even more northerly latitudes of the Arctic. It is receiving an ample amount of media attention. Newspaper Verdens Gang even put up a live stream of the walrus's every move on its website. ALSO READ | Caught on cam: Terrifying moment when huge whale landed on a small boat Freya has been filmed chasing a duck, attacking a swan and not to forget, dozing on boats while struggling to support her weight. All these activities happen between long naps. Notably, a walrus can sleep up to 20 hours a day. Rolf Harald Jensen, a fisheries official, told broadcaster TV2, "It's a pity about the material damage but that's the way it is when you have wild animals." Jensen spoke while standing next to a hapless inflatable boat buckling under the animal's weight. Freya is causing some trouble definitely, but no injuries have been reported so far. Media reports have noted that after considering moving her to another place, but the Norwegian authorities have decided to leave her in peace. Watch some videos of Freya here: WATCH: A giant walrus named Freya has been touring the shores of Norway, laying around and sinking boats pic.twitter.com/Ha7b5htas0 — Almost (@almost_co) July 25, 2022 × Freya is visiting Norway. Freya, the Sunbathing Walrus Sinker of Boats, Is Getting Too Famous for Her Own Sake?!? pic.twitter.com/KG0hLlZvl7 — Holy shit it's (@fruckelicious) July 23, 2022 × Kanskje vil du bli flyttet over helgen, Freya. Vil du tåle sedasjon nå da? Ikke alle #hvalrosser gjør det Meanwhile Freya 'says'; I've got my own boat 📹 Doing my own things #Walrus #animals #wildlife #Sealife #Arctic @StormHour #Norway #Freya https://t.co/ASDCkUo85R pic.twitter.com/PQHCI3VUp5 — Mariam (@Shesscandinavia) July 21, 2022 × It is understood that authorities even considered euthanising Freya in case any kind of danger is posed to the public. Norway's Directorate of Fisheries said on Monday, "She is doing well, feeding, resting and seems to be in good condition." It stressed the need for people to keep a distance and strongly advised against swimming or kayaking near Freya. "(She) is not necessarily as slow and ham-fisted as one might think when she is resting. A walrus is not normally a danger to humans as long as you keep a safe distance. But if it is disturbed by humans and doesn't get the rest it needs, it may feel threatened and attack," it added. 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>Officials in the Japanese city of Fukui have advised beachgoers to keep their distance from a dissatisfied dolphin who is suspected of biting swimmers. In an effort to ward off the cantankerous critter, beach attendants at the seaside in the central area set up an ultrasonic device on Wednesday, according to the city.</p>

<p>There is a sign alerting dolphin enthusiasts not to handle the pets. Since the beach's official summer opening on July 9, according to local media, there have been at least ten instances of dolphin bites that have been reported by lifeguards.</p>

<p>According to a local official who spoke to AFP, two occurrences involving men in their 40s who were swimming close to the neighbourhood beach led to calls to Fukui's fire department. Although there have been few injuries thus far, local authorities have issued a warning about "possibly catastrophic wounds."</p>

<p>"Dolphins tend to be considered cute, but if you approach wild dolphins carelessly, you might get bitten and injured," Fukui prefectural police cautioned in a Twitter post Monday.</p>

<p>"If you spot any, don't go near them," the police said, citing the case of a man who was bitten on the hand on Sunday.</p>

<p>According to Masaki Yasui of the tourism marketing department, the city believes that a single dolphin, who was initially spotted in April near the shore at a different beach, is responsible for the string of attacks.</p>

<p>We are aware that dolphins dislike having their back fin and the tip of their nose touched, among other body parts, said Masaki. He claimed that people had been trying to touch the dolphins in those regions, as evidenced by videos shared on Twitter.<br />
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Officials in the Japanese city of Fukui have advised beachgoers to keep their distance from a dissatisfied dolphin who is suspected of biting swimmers. In an effort to ward off the cantankerous critter, beach attendants at the seaside in the central area set up an ultrasonic device on Wednesday, according to the city. There is a sign alerting dolphin enthusiasts not to handle the pets. Since the beach's official summer opening on July 9, according to local media, there have been at least ten instances of dolphin bites that have been reported by lifeguards. According to a local official who spoke to AFP, two occurrences involving men in their 40s who were swimming close to the neighbourhood beach led to calls to Fukui's fire department. Although there have been few injuries thus far, local authorities have issued a warning about "possibly catastrophic wounds." "Dolphins tend to be considered cute, but if you approach wild dolphins carelessly, you might get bitten and injured," Fukui prefectural police cautioned in a Twitter post Monday. "If you spot any, don't go near them," the police said, citing the case of a man who was bitten on the hand on Sunday. According to Masaki Yasui of the tourism marketing department, the city believes that a single dolphin, who was initially spotted in April near the shore at a different beach, is responsible for the string of attacks. We are aware that dolphins dislike having their back fin and the tip of their nose touched, among other body parts, said Masaki. He claimed that people had been trying to touch the dolphins in those regions, as evidenced by videos shared on Twitter. 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>People online are being inspired by the story of a man who never gave up and eventually landed a job at Google, his dream company. Tyler Cohen applied at the tech giant not once or twice, but a whopping 39 times. A man is currently rejoicing after being accepted at his 40th attempt after being turned down 39 times by his "dream company," Google. Tyler Cohen acknowledges that by continuing to apply to Google despite numerous rejections, he erred on the side of lunacy. On LinkedIn, he posted a screenshot of his correspondence history with the internet giant, which displays communications going back to 2019.</p>

<p>"There's a fine line between perseverance and insanity. I'm still trying to figure out which one I have, "said the San Francisco-based Cohen, who will presumably resign from his role as Associate Manager-Strategy &amp; Ops at DoorDash to join Google.</p>

<p>"39 rejections, 1 acceptance," he added, alongside the hashtags # google # acceptedoffer # application and # noogler, which is Google's term for new hires.</p>

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<p>More than 36,000 people have reacted to Cohen's post, and there have been hundreds more comments. Google itself saw the message and responded from its verified LinkedIn account to welcome Cohen to the team.</p>

<p>"What a journey it's been, Tyler! It was definitely time," wrote Google.</p>

<p>While the majority of LinkedIn users applauded the newly recruited "noogler," other people questioned whether Cohen's hiring after 39 attempts indicated more about Google's hiring procedures than Cohen's abilities.</p>

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People online are being inspired by the story of a man who never gave up and eventually landed a job at Google, his dream company. Tyler Cohen applied at the tech giant not once or twice, but a whopping 39 times.

People online are being inspired by the story of a man who never gave up and eventually landed a job at Google, his dream company. Tyler Cohen applied at the tech giant not once or twice, but a whopping 39 times. A man is currently rejoicing after being accepted at his 40th attempt after being turned down 39 times by his "dream company," Google. Tyler Cohen acknowledges that by continuing to apply to Google despite numerous rejections, he erred on the side of lunacy. On LinkedIn, he posted a screenshot of his correspondence history with the internet giant, which displays communications going back to 2019. "There's a fine line between perseverance and insanity. I'm still trying to figure out which one I have, "said the San Francisco-based Cohen, who will presumably resign from his role as Associate Manager-Strategy & Ops at DoorDash to join Google. "39 rejections, 1 acceptance," he added, alongside the hashtags # google # acceptedoffer # application and # noogler, which is Google's term for new hires. × More than 36,000 people have reacted to Cohen's post, and there have been hundreds more comments. Google itself saw the message and responded from its verified LinkedIn account to welcome Cohen to the team. "What a journey it's been, Tyler! It was definitely time," wrote Google. While the majority of LinkedIn users applauded the newly recruited "noogler," other people questioned whether Cohen's hiring after 39 attempts indicated more about Google's hiring procedures than Cohen's abilities. (With inputs from agencies) 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>In a record-breaking auction, American astronaut Buzz Aldrin's in-flight jacket that he wore on the 1969 Apollo 11 mission has sold for&nbsp;a record-breaking $2.8 million.</p>

<p>The jacket, which was a part of the “Buzz Aldrin: American Icon” sale in an auction held by Sotheby’s New York, was expected to fetch $1 to $2 million.</p>

<p>Displaying Aldrin’s name tag on the left breast above the Apollo 11 mission emblem and the American flag on the left shoulder, when the jacket was introduced during the auction, several interested candidates made their bids for it but eventually, a bidder on the phone won the coveted jacket.</p>

<p>According to Sotheby’s, the jacket is made of a fire-resistant material known as Beta cloth that was incorporated into spacesuits in response to the fire that killed three astronauts aboard Apollo 1 in 1967.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Sotheby’s Global Head of Science and Popular Culture, Cassandra Hatton told news agency Reuters that “This is an incredibly rare thing. That makes this the only flown garment from the Apollo 11 mission that is available to be purchased.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>The auction, which also included letters from the legendary astronaut’s life, is celebrating his life and career. Aldrin and his mission commander Neil Armstrong, who were a part of the crew of the Lunar Module Eagle, were the first two people to land on the Moon.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Featuring Space-Flown Artifacts from Gemini XII and Apollo 11 Missions, it will soon open bids for a pen that the Apollo 11 crew used to repair a broken circuit breaker switch.</p>

<p>"Of any space auction, at Sotheby’s or anywhere else, this is the best collection period," Hatton said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"This is directly from Buzz (Aldrin). The provenance is absolutely stellar if you'll excuse the pun. I can say with no hesitation that it is the best space exploration sale to have ever happened, and there will not be another that will be better than this.”</p>

<p>Sotheby’s also held a separate sale titled “Meteorites: Select Specimens from the Moon, Mars, Vesta and More” that featured a rock ejected off the lunar surface following an asteroid impact.</p>

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In a record-breaking auction, American astronaut Buzz Aldrin's in-flight jacket that he wore on the 1969 Apollo 11 mission has sold for a record-breaking $2.8 million.

In a record-breaking auction, American astronaut Buzz Aldrin's in-flight jacket that he wore on the 1969 Apollo 11 mission has sold for a record-breaking $2.8 million. The jacket, which was a part of the “Buzz Aldrin: American Icon” sale in an auction held by Sotheby’s New York, was expected to fetch $1 to $2 million. Displaying Aldrin’s name tag on the left breast above the Apollo 11 mission emblem and the American flag on the left shoulder, when the jacket was introduced during the auction, several interested candidates made their bids for it but eventually, a bidder on the phone won the coveted jacket. According to Sotheby’s, the jacket is made of a fire-resistant material known as Beta cloth that was incorporated into spacesuits in response to the fire that killed three astronauts aboard Apollo 1 in 1967. × Sotheby’s Global Head of Science and Popular Culture, Cassandra Hatton told news agency Reuters that “This is an incredibly rare thing. That makes this the only flown garment from the Apollo 11 mission that is available to be purchased.” The auction, which also included letters from the legendary astronaut’s life, is celebrating his life and career. Aldrin and his mission commander Neil Armstrong, who were a part of the crew of the Lunar Module Eagle, were the first two people to land on the Moon. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sotheby's (@sothebys) Featuring Space-Flown Artifacts from Gemini XII and Apollo 11 Missions, it will soon open bids for a pen that the Apollo 11 crew used to repair a broken circuit breaker switch. "Of any space auction, at Sotheby’s or anywhere else, this is the best collection period," Hatton said. "This is directly from Buzz (Aldrin). The provenance is absolutely stellar if you'll excuse the pun. I can say with no hesitation that it is the best space exploration sale to have ever happened, and there will not be another that will be better than this.” Sotheby’s also held a separate sale titled “Meteorites: Select Specimens from the Moon, Mars, Vesta and More” that featured a rock ejected off the lunar surface following an asteroid impact. (With inputs from agencies) Watch WION's live TV here: ×

Buzz Aldrin's in-flight jacket worn during Apollo 11 mission sold for record-breaking $2.8 million at auction

<p>It is evident how social media forums such as Instagram, TikTok, etc promote small businesses and make them famous overnight. Some products of these businesses even become popular trends. Just like the recent one—that is the pink sauce. But most of us don't know what is it and why is it concerning.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The so-called pink sauce trend became popular when one user named Veronica Shaw, who is known on social media as Carly Pii (@chef.pii) posted a series of videos promoting her homemade condiment. It was the pink sauce, graciously garnishing gyros, fried chicken, french fries, tacos, etc.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>What can be termed the internet's latest obsession, people started posting their videos, using the same sauce. But it going viral for all the wrong reasons.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A controversy erupted when the pink sauce was officially launched on July 1 at 11:11 am (local time). She started selling the sauce for $20 a bottle.&nbsp;</p>

<p>People started to order as soon as it the markets. Initially, there were complaints about poor packaging, and leaky and smelly products being delivered via mail.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/youth-in-this-indian-city-get-intoxicated-on-flavoured-condoms-but-why-500801">Youth in this Indian city get intoxicated on ‘flavoured condoms’. But why?</a>&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>But some users started to point out the health risks related to the ingredients and the condiment, which looked quite bizarre, came under fire over possible health and safety issues.&nbsp;</p>

<p>There is no clarity on what the ingredients are, whether the sauce is safe, or even approved by food regulators. Then why the obsession? Why are people blindly following the trends?&nbsp;</p>

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<p>US-based media reports have suggested the issues related to the pink sauce. As reported by Glamour, it is given that it contains milk and relies primarily on natural preservatives.&nbsp;</p>

<p>That leads to worry among many people over whether it was safe to ship unrefrigerated. but as quoted by the website, Shaw clarified that the sauce should be refrigerated after opening.&nbsp;</p>

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It is evident how social media forums such as Instagram, TikTok, etc promote small businesses and make them famous overnight. Some products of these businesses even become popular trends.

It is evident how social media forums such as Instagram, TikTok, etc promote small businesses and make them famous overnight. Some products of these businesses even become popular trends. Just like the recent one—that is the pink sauce. But most of us don't know what is it and why is it concerning. The so-called pink sauce trend became popular when one user named Veronica Shaw, who is known on social media as Carly Pii (@chef.pii) posted a series of videos promoting her homemade condiment. It was the pink sauce, graciously garnishing gyros, fried chicken, french fries, tacos, etc. ALSO READ | Extremely rare condition leaves baby with hair looking like Albert Einstein What can be termed the internet's latest obsession, people started posting their videos, using the same sauce. But it going viral for all the wrong reasons. A controversy erupted when the pink sauce was officially launched on July 1 at 11:11 am (local time). She started selling the sauce for $20 a bottle. People started to order as soon as it the markets. Initially, there were complaints about poor packaging, and leaky and smelly products being delivered via mail. ALSO READ | Youth in this Indian city get intoxicated on ‘flavoured condoms’. But why? But some users started to point out the health risks related to the ingredients and the condiment, which looked quite bizarre, came under fire over possible health and safety issues. There is no clarity on what the ingredients are, whether the sauce is safe, or even approved by food regulators. Then why the obsession? Why are people blindly following the trends? Watch the full report here: × US-based media reports have suggested the issues related to the pink sauce. As reported by Glamour, it is given that it contains milk and relies primarily on natural preservatives. That leads to worry among many people over whether it was safe to ship unrefrigerated. but as quoted by the website, Shaw clarified that the sauce should be refrigerated after opening. She insisted that the product has been quality tested and the brand is following FDA standards. It is still undergoing "lab testing". 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>Miners in Angola have made the biggest pink diamond discovery in 300 years. They found a rare and pure pink diamond, the Australian site operator said on Wednesday (July 27). It's being considered the largest pink diamond ever discovered,weighing 170 carat. Being called The Lulo Rose, it was found at the Lulo mine in the nation’s diamond-rich northeast, as per a statement from the Lucapa Diamond Company. The Angolan government, a partner in mind, applauded the historic discovery of the Type IIa diamond, one of the purest and rarest varieties of natural stones. The diamond will likely be sold at a spectacular price in an international tender.</p>

<p>Mineral Resources Minister Diamantino Azevedo of Angola stated, “This record and spectacular pink diamond recovered from Lulo continues to showcase Angola as an important player on the world stage,” AFP reported.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sothebys-may-be-liable-for-4million-for-missing-diamonds-after-being-accused-of-giving-them-to-a-stranger-500720"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Sotheby's may be liable for $4million for missing diamonds after being accused of giving them to a ‘stranger’</strong></a></p>

<p>Earlier, similar pink diamonds have been sold for record-breaking amounts, even though The Lulo would need to be cut and polished to realise its full value- a process that can cause a stone to lose half of its weight.</p>

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<p>The stone 59.6 carat Pink Star was purchased for 71.2 million US dollars in Hong Kong in the year 2017. It is still the costliest diamond that has been sold. Chow Tai Fook, a jewellery company won the offer. Henry Cheng Kar-Shun, the company’s chairman, phoned in the offer. But this isn’t the first time the Pink Star was listed for sale. It was purchased by New York-based diamond cutter Isaac Wolf in 2013 for a record of $83 million at Sotheby’s auction in Geneva, CNN reported.</p>

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Miners in Angola have made the biggest pink diamond discovery in 300 years. They found a rare and pure pink diamond, the Australian site operator said on Wednesday (July 27).

Miners in Angola have made the biggest pink diamond discovery in 300 years. They found a rare and pure pink diamond, the Australian site operator said on Wednesday (July 27). It's being considered the largest pink diamond ever discovered,weighing 170 carat. Being called The Lulo Rose, it was found at the Lulo mine in the nation’s diamond-rich northeast, as per a statement from the Lucapa Diamond Company. The Angolan government, a partner in mind, applauded the historic discovery of the Type IIa diamond, one of the purest and rarest varieties of natural stones. The diamond will likely be sold at a spectacular price in an international tender. Mineral Resources Minister Diamantino Azevedo of Angola stated, “This record and spectacular pink diamond recovered from Lulo continues to showcase Angola as an important player on the world stage,” AFP reported. Also read | Sotheby's may be liable for $4million for missing diamonds after being accused of giving them to a ‘stranger’ Earlier, similar pink diamonds have been sold for record-breaking amounts, even though The Lulo would need to be cut and polished to realise its full value- a process that can cause a stone to lose half of its weight. Also read | French queen Marie-Antoinette's diamond bracelets up for grabs at Geneva auction The stone 59.6 carat Pink Star was purchased for 71.2 million US dollars in Hong Kong in the year 2017. It is still the costliest diamond that has been sold. Chow Tai Fook, a jewellery company won the offer. Henry Cheng Kar-Shun, the company’s chairman, phoned in the offer. But this isn’t the first time the Pink Star was listed for sale. It was purchased by New York-based diamond cutter Isaac Wolf in 2013 for a record of $83 million at Sotheby’s auction in Geneva, CNN reported. 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. (With inputs from agencies)

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