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<p>World digs originality right? What if you want to call yourself 'Ye' even when you are bestowed with a name that has already become a strong brand? If you want to show you are different, unique and you're loaded like Kanye West, you can call yourself anything and make even that famous.</p>

<p>Fancy 'Sumomomomomomomomo'? Your precious pet may sound different than other Toofies and Tommies. But you're late because this one's taken. And the horse with this name has already won a race in Japan so it's already famous. Poor you!</p>

<p>Check out the video below to see how this horse made commentary of this race a pretty tough task.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="ja">実況の音声とともに映像もぜひご覧ください✨<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%E3%82%B9%E3%83%A2%E3%83%A2%E3%83%A2%E3%83%A2%E3%83%A2%E3%83%A2%E3%83%A2%E3%83%A2?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#スモモモモモモモモ</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TCK?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TCK</a> <a href="https://t.co/qG8vaBdcOd">https://t.co/qG8vaBdcOd</a> <a href="https://t.co/ImQRXbauIl">pic.twitter.com/ImQRXbauIl</a></p>
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<p>The commentator appears to have done a good job as Sumomomomomomomomo sped ahead from relative disadvantage to zoom towards victory. Nobody's is calling him Zooming Sumomomomomomomomo however. You can literally see (and can't pronounce) the reason why.</p>

<p>No wonder that the horse is being dubbed as an animal that makes commentators cry.</p>

<p>But why this name? Why not simple Seabiscuit or something?</p>

<p>Well the name has been derived from a Japanese tongue twister that means “plums and peaches are both peaches.” So there is (some) logic to all this.</p>

<p>But the horse is getting really famous online. Twitter users are amused and befuddled at the same time.</p>

<p>Looking at the growing buzz, Sumomomomomomomomo's owners should quickly register the brand name right? But considering the hard time they'll get in future deciding which one is a violation with how many 'mo's, it is understandable if they just want to celebrate the victory for now.<br />
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World digs originality right? What if you want to call yourself 'Ye' even when you are bestowed with a name that has already become a strong brand? If you want to show you are different, unique and you're loaded like Kanye West, you can call yourself anything and make even that famous.

World digs originality right? What if you want to call yourself 'Ye' even when you are bestowed with a name that has already become a strong brand? If you want to show you are different, unique and you're loaded like Kanye West, you can call yourself anything and make even that famous. Fancy 'Sumomomomomomomomo'? Your precious pet may sound different than other Toofies and Tommies. But you're late because this one's taken. And the horse with this name has already won a race in Japan so it's already famous. Poor you! Check out the video below to see how this horse made commentary of this race a pretty tough task. 実況の音声とともに映像もぜひご覧ください✨#スモモモモモモモモ#TCK https://t.co/qG8vaBdcOd pic.twitter.com/ImQRXbauIl — 東京シティ競馬(TCK) (@tck_keiba) November 1, 2021 × The commentator appears to have done a good job as Sumomomomomomomomo sped ahead from relative disadvantage to zoom towards victory. Nobody's is calling him Zooming Sumomomomomomomomo however. You can literally see (and can't pronounce) the reason why. No wonder that the horse is being dubbed as an animal that makes commentators cry. But why this name? Why not simple Seabiscuit or something? Well the name has been derived from a Japanese tongue twister that means “plums and peaches are both peaches.” So there is (some) logic to all this. But the horse is getting really famous online. Twitter users are amused and befuddled at the same time. Looking at the growing buzz, Sumomomomomomomomo's owners should quickly register the brand name right? But considering the hard time they'll get in future deciding which one is a violation with how many 'mo's, it is understandable if they just want to celebrate the victory for now.

Sumomomomomomomomo: Horse with this exact name has won a race in Japan

<p>Pakistan still has admirers for Indian bananas.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This statement has ZERO pun. Nada. Nothing.</p>

<p>However, there are many among us who would struggle to keep their giggling under control when such a thing is said.</p>

<p>But, a news anchor will sure keep her calm given how formal things are during news presentations right?.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Well, it didn't happen in this case.</p>

<p>Pakistani news anchor Alveena Agha burst out laughing as a guest on her show was explaining how Indian bananas were better than Pakistani bananas and work needed to be done to improve Pakistani bananas.</p>

<p>"Bananas in Bombay are this big," the guest can be seen innocently explaining. He used hand gestures to show size of the bananas. He was not in the wrong as he was indeed talking about bananas.</p>

<p>"Bananas in Dhaka are also this big," the guest continues, "But bananas in Sindh (province of Pakistan) are as small as our fingers,"<br />
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In a video that has now gone viral, Agha can be seen keeping her calm at the start but the way the guest explains makes her gradually lose it before finally bursting into laughter right in the middle of the newscast.</p>

<p>Check out the video</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">And the winner is, Bombay 🍌 <a href="https://t.co/wJB8lqzODa">pic.twitter.com/wJB8lqzODa</a></p>
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<p>At the time of publishing of this story, the video has got more than 10,000 likes and has been retweeted by thousands of Twitter users.</p>


Pakistan still has admirers for Indian bananas. This statement has ZERO pun. Nada. Nothing. However, there are many among us who would struggle to keep their giggling under control when such a thing is said.

Pakistan still has admirers for Indian bananas. This statement has ZERO pun. Nada. Nothing. However, there are many among us who would struggle to keep their giggling under control when such a thing is said. But, a news anchor will sure keep her calm given how formal things are during news presentations right?. Well, it didn't happen in this case. Pakistani news anchor Alveena Agha burst out laughing as a guest on her show was explaining how Indian bananas were better than Pakistani bananas and work needed to be done to improve Pakistani bananas. "Bananas in Bombay are this big," the guest can be seen innocently explaining. He used hand gestures to show size of the bananas. He was not in the wrong as he was indeed talking about bananas. "Bananas in Dhaka are also this big," the guest continues, "But bananas in Sindh (province of Pakistan) are as small as our fingers," In a video that has now gone viral, Agha can be seen keeping her calm at the start but the way the guest explains makes her gradually lose it before finally bursting into laughter right in the middle of the newscast. Check out the video And the winner is, Bombay 🍌 pic.twitter.com/wJB8lqzODa — Naila Inayat (@nailainayat) November 1, 2021 × At the time of publishing of this story, the video has got more than 10,000 likes and has been retweeted by thousands of Twitter users.

Pak panellist's comparison of banana growth in India and Pakistan leaves anchor in splits on air

<p>As US President <strong>Joe Biden </strong>appeared to take a nap during the UN climate summit, pictures appeared of UK PM Johnson also nodding off.</p>

<p>UK PM <strong>Boris Johnson</strong> was seated next to UN chief António Guterres. The British prime minister was seen seated without his mask.</p>

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“Yeah, ok this 57 year old did something similar but it’s easier to hold Biden to account than it is our actual PM” <a href="https://t.co/ymyeVv8qaX">pic.twitter.com/ymyeVv8qaX</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Its a measure of the Britsh Television media that they were ALL able to show Biden nodding off but not one of them showed Johnsons nap. No mention of it at all.<br />
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Make no mistake the British establishment class sadly preferred Trumps Republicans to <a href="https://twitter.com/JoeBiden?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@JoeBiden</a> 's democrats. <a href="https://t.co/mhFGSyaw1Z">https://t.co/mhFGSyaw1Z</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">First it was Biden nodding off, now it’s <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/bozo?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#bozo</a> 🙄 <a href="https://t.co/HB6qzloMJF">https://t.co/HB6qzloMJF</a></p>
— Sheron Boyle Media (@SheronBoyle1) <a href="https://twitter.com/SheronBoyle1/status/1455261103546580999?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 1, 2021</a></blockquote>
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<p>Twitter users made fun of both President Biden and Johnson as <strong>COP26 </strong>kicked off on Monday.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Joe Biden nodding off on the job - well done to the aide who has to wake him up, remind him what he’s doing, etc <a href="https://t.co/fuxIY1IAU4">pic.twitter.com/fuxIY1IAU4</a></p>
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<p>The US president was seen calmly taking a nap with his arms folded as the UN&nbsp;<strong>climate change </strong>conference was underway. &nbsp;</p>

<p>In a dramatic gesture, Biden apologised for&nbsp;the <strong>Trump</strong> administration's decision to pull the United States out of the Paris Accord.</p>

<p>"I guess I shouldn't apologise but I do apologise for the fact that the United States in the last administration pulled out of the <strong>Paris Accords</strong> and put us sort of behind the eight ball a little bit."</p>

<p>Biden during his speech had said the US will provide "hopefully leading by the power of example" while asserting that his administration was "working overtime" to ensure <strong>climate change</strong> goals were&nbsp;met.&nbsp;</p>

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As US President Joe Biden appeared to take a nap during the UN climate summit, pictures appeared of UK PM Johnson also nodding off. UK PM Boris Johnson was seated next to UN chief António Guterres.

As US President Joe Biden appeared to take a nap during the UN climate summit, pictures appeared of UK PM Johnson also nodding off. UK PM Boris Johnson was seated next to UN chief António Guterres. The British prime minister was seen seated without his mask. #JeremyVine: “Look at this 78 year old man nodding off for 30 seconds, it’s a disgrace!” “Yeah, ok this 57 year old did something similar but it’s easier to hold Biden to account than it is our actual PM” pic.twitter.com/ymyeVv8qaX — David (@Zero_4) November 2, 2021 × Its a measure of the Britsh Television media that they were ALL able to show Biden nodding off but not one of them showed Johnsons nap. No mention of it at all. Make no mistake the British establishment class sadly preferred Trumps Republicans to @JoeBiden 's democrats. https://t.co/mhFGSyaw1Z — Future (@UseBy2022) November 2, 2021 × First it was Biden nodding off, now it’s #bozo 🙄 https://t.co/HB6qzloMJF — Sheron Boyle Media (@SheronBoyle1) November 1, 2021 × Twitter users made fun of both President Biden and Johnson as COP26 kicked off on Monday. Biden Caught Nodding Off at UN Climate Summit https://t.co/BUpIfgTM4C pic.twitter.com/690Jjzz5xY — Deneen Borelli (@deneenborelli) November 1, 2021 × Joe Biden nodding off on the job - well done to the aide who has to wake him up, remind him what he’s doing, etc pic.twitter.com/fuxIY1IAU4 — Rupert Myers (@RupertMyers) November 1, 2021 × The US president was seen calmly taking a nap with his arms folded as the UN climate change conference was underway. In a dramatic gesture, Biden apologised for the Trump administration's decision to pull the United States out of the Paris Accord. "I guess I shouldn't apologise but I do apologise for the fact that the United States in the last administration pulled out of the Paris Accords and put us sort of behind the eight ball a little bit." Biden during his speech had said the US will provide "hopefully leading by the power of example" while asserting that his administration was "working overtime" to ensure climate change goals were met. (With inputs from Agencies)

After Biden, 'maskless' PM Johnson also appears to doze off at COP26

<p>Indonesia's Islamic organisation Nahdlatul Ulama in East Java has issued a <strong>"fatwa"</strong> against the use of cryptocurrency in the country declaring it forbidden under Islamic law.</p>

<p>The religious body reached the decision after a discussion as it&nbsp;reportedly said&nbsp;the use of cryptocurrency is&nbsp;not legal under <strong>Islamic Sharia law</strong>.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/cryptocurrency-spacex-to-accept-dogecoin-as-payment-for-doge-1-mission-to-the-moon-next-year-384084">Also Read:&nbsp;SpaceX to accept Dogecoin as payment for 'DOGE-1 Mission' to the moon next year</a></p>

<p>The move comes as Indonesians have shown a huge interest in the new digital currency as reports claim the country will not ban <strong>cryptocurrencies</strong>, however, it will ensure it is not used for illegal activities.</p>

<p><strong>Indonesia's</strong> minister of trade Muhammad Luthfi had asserted that although it wouldn't prohibit&nbsp;cryptocurrencies&nbsp;but the regulations will be tightened.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/south-korea-to-clamp-down-on-cryptocurrency-phishing-activity-383873">Also Read:&nbsp;South Korea to clamp down on cryptocurrency phishing activity&nbsp;</a></p>

<p>Reports say bitcoin, <strong>dogecoin</strong> and ethereum are considered assets in Indonesia which can be traded but cannot be used as means of payment. Domestic exchanges in the country have been witnessing a boom in cryptocurrency with millions of citizens involved in trading.</p>

<p>Last month <strong>Bitcoin</strong> futures exchange-traded fund (ETF) was launched on the New York Stock Exchange as its value hit a new high to reach above $66,000. The currency had gained 50 per cent last month and reportedly 450 per cent over the past year.</p>

<p>The currency had fallen drastically in May after <strong>China</strong>&nbsp;had cracked down on trading and mining cryptocurrencies. However, El Salvador declared it a legal tender in September.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkey-adds-cryptocurrency-exchanges-to-terror-funding-rules-382183">Also Read:&nbsp;Turkey adds cryptocurrency exchanges to terror funding rules&nbsp;</a></p>

<p>The <strong>US Treasury Department</strong> had earlier expressed concern over the rise of cryptocurrencies as it pointed out that it could undermine the effectiveness of sanctions. The department said it faces "new challenges including rising risks from new payments systems, the growing use of digital assets, and cybercriminals."</p>

<p>(With inputs from Agencies)</p>


Indonesia's Islamic organisation Nahdlatul Ulama in East Java has issued a "fatwa" against the use of cryptocurrency in the country declaring it forbidden under Islamic law.

Indonesia's Islamic organisation Nahdlatul Ulama in East Java has issued a "fatwa" against the use of cryptocurrency in the country declaring it forbidden under Islamic law. The religious body reached the decision after a discussion as it reportedly said the use of cryptocurrency is not legal under Islamic Sharia law. Also Read: SpaceX to accept Dogecoin as payment for 'DOGE-1 Mission' to the moon next year The move comes as Indonesians have shown a huge interest in the new digital currency as reports claim the country will not ban cryptocurrencies, however, it will ensure it is not used for illegal activities. Indonesia's minister of trade Muhammad Luthfi had asserted that although it wouldn't prohibit cryptocurrencies but the regulations will be tightened. Also Read: South Korea to clamp down on cryptocurrency phishing activity Reports say bitcoin, dogecoin and ethereum are considered assets in Indonesia which can be traded but cannot be used as means of payment. Domestic exchanges in the country have been witnessing a boom in cryptocurrency with millions of citizens involved in trading. Last month Bitcoin futures exchange-traded fund (ETF) was launched on the New York Stock Exchange as its value hit a new high to reach above $66,000. The currency had gained 50 per cent last month and reportedly 450 per cent over the past year. The currency had fallen drastically in May after China had cracked down on trading and mining cryptocurrencies. However, El Salvador declared it a legal tender in September. Also Read: Turkey adds cryptocurrency exchanges to terror funding rules The US Treasury Department had earlier expressed concern over the rise of cryptocurrencies as it pointed out that it could undermine the effectiveness of sanctions. The department said it faces "new challenges including rising risks from new payments systems, the growing use of digital assets, and cybercriminals." (With inputs from Agencies)

Islamic organisation in Indonesia declares fatwa against cryptocurrency; says it is against Sharia law

<p>As leaders around the world come together at the UN climate change summit also known as <strong>COP26</strong> at Glasgow, the emission target for each country continues to be the hot topic of debate.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/indian-coastal-cities-which-face-the-risk-of-submerging-underwater-425783">In Pics:&nbsp;Indian coastal cities which face the risk of submerging underwater</a></p>

<p>According to International Energy Agency(IEA), emerging markets and developing economies now account for more than two-thirds of global <strong>CO2</strong> emissions.</p>

<p>The agency said China's emissions is likely to "increase by around 500 mt CO2" and is anticipated to be above 2019 levels this year. As expected, the report said China's coal output will contribute the most to the CO2 levels due to its widespread use in the power sector.</p>

<p>The report said, "Despite China’s rapid growth in generation from renewables, output from coal-fired power plants has increased by seven per cent between 2019 and 2021."</p>

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<p>IEA said, "CO2 emissions in India are now broadly on par with emissions in the European Union at 2.35 Gt, although they remain two-thirds lower on a per capita basis and 60 per cent below the global average," while it pointed out that coal-fired electricity generation in the EU had declined rapidly.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:</strong></p>

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<p>However, the agency warned that global <strong>coal </strong>use may rebound this year which will lead to an increase in CO2 emissions and&nbsp;could lead&nbsp;to an increase in worldwide CO2 emissions.</p>

<p>In an ominous sign, the report said, "<strong>Power sector </strong>accounted for less than 50 per cent of the drop in coal-related emissions in 2020, but it accounts for 80 per cent of the rebound."</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/developed-nations-enjoyed-fruits-of-energy-must-reduce-their-emissions-india-425696">Also Read |&nbsp; Developed nations enjoyed fruits of energy, must reduce their emissions: India</a></p>

<p>The report highlighted that CO2 emissions from natural gas is also expected to increase this year to reach an all-time high and&nbsp;is set to contribute 22 per cent of global CO2 emissions.</p>

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As leaders around the world come together at the UN climate change summit also known as COP26 at Glasgow, the emission target for each country continues to be the hot topic of debate.

As leaders around the world come together at the UN climate change summit also known as COP26 at Glasgow, the emission target for each country continues to be the hot topic of debate. In Pics: Indian coastal cities which face the risk of submerging underwater According to International Energy Agency(IEA), emerging markets and developing economies now account for more than two-thirds of global CO2 emissions. The agency said China's emissions is likely to "increase by around 500 mt CO2" and is anticipated to be above 2019 levels this year. As expected, the report said China's coal output will contribute the most to the CO2 levels due to its widespread use in the power sector. The report said, "Despite China’s rapid growth in generation from renewables, output from coal-fired power plants has increased by seven per cent between 2019 and 2021." Also Read: Ahead of COP26, Taliban urges world to help fight climate change IEA said, "CO2 emissions in India are now broadly on par with emissions in the European Union at 2.35 Gt, although they remain two-thirds lower on a per capita basis and 60 per cent below the global average," while it pointed out that coal-fired electricity generation in the EU had declined rapidly. Watch: However, the agency warned that global coal use may rebound this year which will lead to an increase in CO2 emissions and could lead to an increase in worldwide CO2 emissions. In an ominous sign, the report said, "Power sector accounted for less than 50 per cent of the drop in coal-related emissions in 2020, but it accounts for 80 per cent of the rebound." Also Read | Developed nations enjoyed fruits of energy, must reduce their emissions: India The report highlighted that CO2 emissions from natural gas is also expected to increase this year to reach an all-time high and is set to contribute 22 per cent of global CO2 emissions. (With inputs from Agencies)

COP26: Why the world is worried about China and CO2 levels

<p>Kim Jong Un, North Korea's weight-conscious ruler, is said to have devised an unusual solution to the country's food shortage: forcing his starving population to eat decorative black swans.</p>

<p>While building industrial-scale breeding factories, the Hermit Kingdom has been promoting the attractive birds as a protein-rich superfood.&nbsp;<br />
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-korea-urges-kim-jong-un-to-accept-proposal-for-popes-visit-to-north-korea-425810"><strong>Also read | South Korea urges Kim Jong-un to accept proposal for Pope's visit to North Korea</strong></a><br />
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At the Kwangpho Duck Farm on the country's east coast, Ri Jong Nam, top secretary of the governing Workers' Party of Korea in the North Korean province of South Hamgyong, established a centre for the cultivation of black swans.<br />
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<strong>Watch | Gravitas: Is North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un sending an SOS signal to the world?</strong></p>

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<p>The event, which was shown live on state television, was part of a larger drive to encourage the eating of black swans in North Korea, which is grappling with a self-described "food crisis."</p>

<p>The governing party's Rodong Sinmun newspaper described black swan meat as "delicious" and "medicinal value," claiming it will "actively contribute to improving people's lives."&nbsp;</p>

<p>North Korea is also warning its starving citizens that they will have to eat fewer meals for the next several years.</p>

<p>Pyongyang, which closed the Sino-Korea border early last year owing to the coronavirus outbreak, claimed there's a little possibility it'll reopen until 2025.</p>

<p>According to Radio Free Asia, this condition, which includes trade restrictions, puts a major strain on the country's 25 million inhabitants, who are already starving to death due to soaring food costs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organization, North Korea would be short 860,000 tonnes of food this year, or about two months' worth of consumption.&nbsp;</p>

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Kim Jong Un, North Korea's weight-conscious ruler, is said to have devised an unusual solution to the country's food shortage: forcing his starving population to eat decorative black swans.

Kim Jong Un, North Korea's weight-conscious ruler, is said to have devised an unusual solution to the country's food shortage: forcing his starving population to eat decorative black swans. While building industrial-scale breeding factories, the Hermit Kingdom has been promoting the attractive birds as a protein-rich superfood. Also read | South Korea urges Kim Jong-un to accept proposal for Pope's visit to North Korea At the Kwangpho Duck Farm on the country's east coast, Ri Jong Nam, top secretary of the governing Workers' Party of Korea in the North Korean province of South Hamgyong, established a centre for the cultivation of black swans. Watch | Gravitas: Is North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un sending an SOS signal to the world? The event, which was shown live on state television, was part of a larger drive to encourage the eating of black swans in North Korea, which is grappling with a self-described "food crisis." The governing party's Rodong Sinmun newspaper described black swan meat as "delicious" and "medicinal value," claiming it will "actively contribute to improving people's lives." North Korea is also warning its starving citizens that they will have to eat fewer meals for the next several years. Pyongyang, which closed the Sino-Korea border early last year owing to the coronavirus outbreak, claimed there's a little possibility it'll reopen until 2025. According to Radio Free Asia, this condition, which includes trade restrictions, puts a major strain on the country's 25 million inhabitants, who are already starving to death due to soaring food costs. According to the United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organization, North Korea would be short 860,000 tonnes of food this year, or about two months' worth of consumption. (With inputs from agencies)

Kim Jong-un's bizarre food strategy: Orders North Koreans to eat 'delicious' black swans

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="3">Zanziman Ellie, dubbed the "real-life Mowgli," who was ostracised by his village and spent years of his childhood in the forest, now wears a suit every day and attends a local school.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="5">Ellie escaped Rwanda to live in the woods, and his tale became well-known after Afrimax TV published a video about his life on YouTube in February of last year.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="6">He was born in 1999 and was almost immediately rejected by his society due to his physical appearance, which is influenced by his ailment, microcephaly, which causes a baby's head to be substantially smaller than usual at birth.&nbsp;</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="7">He was also refused access to school because he lacked the mental capacity to pay attention in class.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="8">However, according to reports, donations have enabled him to attend a special needs school.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="9">Following the programme, Afrimax TV established a GoFundMe website, where money poured in from fans all over the world trying to assist Ellie and his mother start a new life.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="10">The funds were used to send Ellie to a special needs school at the Ubumwe Community Center in Gisenyi, Rwanda, according to the news site Atinkanews.&nbsp;</p>

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Zanziman Ellie, dubbed the "real-life Mowgli," who was ostracised by his village and spent years of his childhood in the forest, now wears a suit every day and attends a local school.

Zanziman Ellie, dubbed the "real-life Mowgli," who was ostracised by his village and spent years of his childhood in the forest, now wears a suit every day and attends a local school. Ellie escaped Rwanda to live in the woods, and his tale became well-known after Afrimax TV published a video about his life on YouTube in February of last year. He was born in 1999 and was almost immediately rejected by his society due to his physical appearance, which is influenced by his ailment, microcephaly, which causes a baby's head to be substantially smaller than usual at birth. He was also refused access to school because he lacked the mental capacity to pay attention in class. However, according to reports, donations have enabled him to attend a special needs school. Following the programme, Afrimax TV established a GoFundMe website, where money poured in from fans all over the world trying to assist Ellie and his mother start a new life. The funds were used to send Ellie to a special needs school at the Ubumwe Community Center in Gisenyi, Rwanda, according to the news site Atinkanews. (With inputs from agencies)

Man dubbed as 'real-life Mowgli' now wears a suit and goes to school

<p>Former US President<strong> Donald Trump</strong> while attending the baseball world series performed the controversial "Tomahawk chop" cheer which is considered a racist gesture by native Americans.</p>

<p>Trump was attending a match between <strong>Atlanta Braves </strong>and &nbsp;Houston Astros at the&nbsp;Truist Park in Atlanta.</p>

<p>National Congress of American Indians(NCAI) president Fawn Sharp denounced the gesture saying: "We have repeatedly and unequivocally made our position clear -&nbsp;native people are not mascots, and degrading rituals like the <strong>‘Tomahawk chop’</strong> that dehumanise and harm us have no place in American society."</p>

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<p>The forward and backward chopping gesture is usually undertaken at Atlanta Braves games. <strong>Native Americans</strong> say it promotes racist stereotyping.</p>

<p>The NCAI chief called teams to follow the "example set by the <strong>Cleveland Guardians</strong>". The US major league team had decided to retire its name “Indians” and mascot.</p>

<p>However, <strong>Major League Baseball</strong>(MLB) commissioner Rob Manfred had said that native Americans in Atlanta were "fully supportive of the Braves' programme, including the chop."</p>

<p>"For me, that's kind of the end of the story. In that market, we're taking into account the native American community," Manfred added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Trump's gesture was criticised on social media as the US president's latest controversial gesture upset&nbsp;many people.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">President Trump! Tomahawk chop at <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WorldSeries?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WorldSeries</a> Game 4 tonight in Atlanta. 🪓 <a href="https://t.co/OPcW5D7eVc">pic.twitter.com/OPcW5D7eVc</a></p>
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<p>Trump's wife <strong>Melania </strong>was seated next to him and sought to join him. The Braves fans also joined Trump in carrying out the offensive celebration which has been repeatedly criticised by native Americans.</p>

<p>The former president had earlier thanked Manfred for the invite while adding that he and Melania were looking forward to the game. <strong>Republican </strong>Senate candidate Herschel Walker was also at the game.</p>

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Former US President Donald Trump while attending the baseball world series performed the controversial "Tomahawk chop" cheer which is considered a racist gesture by native Americans.

Former US President Donald Trump while attending the baseball world series performed the controversial "Tomahawk chop" cheer which is considered a racist gesture by native Americans. Trump was attending a match between Atlanta Braves and Houston Astros at the Truist Park in Atlanta. National Congress of American Indians(NCAI) president Fawn Sharp denounced the gesture saying: "We have repeatedly and unequivocally made our position clear - native people are not mascots, and degrading rituals like the ‘Tomahawk chop’ that dehumanise and harm us have no place in American society." NCAI reiterates its longstanding opposition to the Atlanta @Braves' mascot and “tomahawk chop” fan ritual as the team plays in the @MLB #WorldSeries. Read NCAI President Fawn Sharp’s full statement: https://t.co/pPWkoziRie#NotYourMascot pic.twitter.com/N3RxEEASLs — National Congress of American Indians (@NCAI1944) October 27, 2021 × The forward and backward chopping gesture is usually undertaken at Atlanta Braves games. Native Americans say it promotes racist stereotyping. The NCAI chief called teams to follow the "example set by the Cleveland Guardians". The US major league team had decided to retire its name “Indians” and mascot. However, Major League Baseball(MLB) commissioner Rob Manfred had said that native Americans in Atlanta were "fully supportive of the Braves' programme, including the chop." "For me, that's kind of the end of the story. In that market, we're taking into account the native American community," Manfred added. Trump's gesture was criticised on social media as the US president's latest controversial gesture upset many people. Do you suppose there's any chance in the world that Atlanta Braves fans realize how ridiculous they look to the entire rest of the planet with their idiotic Tomahawk Chop? pic.twitter.com/L9iAsjnjPT — Bob Geiger (@GeigerNews) October 31, 2021 × President Trump! Tomahawk chop at #WorldSeries Game 4 tonight in Atlanta. 🪓 pic.twitter.com/OPcW5D7eVc — Suburban Black Man 🇺🇸 (@goodblackdude) October 31, 2021 × It's important, especially for those whose opinions on the matter are deeply ingrained and think any discussion of the tomahawk chop is disingenuous, to understand the mistreatment of indigenous people in Georgia and why the chop is so bothersome to many. So, a history lesson. — Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) October 29, 2021 × Trump's wife Melania was seated next to him and sought to join him. The Braves fans also joined Trump in carrying out the offensive celebration which has been repeatedly criticised by native Americans. The former president had earlier thanked Manfred for the invite while adding that he and Melania were looking forward to the game. Republican Senate candidate Herschel Walker was also at the game. (With inputs from Agencies)

Trump performs controversial 'Tomahawk chop' during baseball game; Twitter outraged

<p>Flat Head Syndrome is not a common term that one can come across on an everyday basis, but if you are a first-time parent, then you might have heard or read about it.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Flat Head Syndrome happens when a baby spends a lot of time lying with his head turned to one side, the weight of the baby's head results in causing a patch at the back or side of the soft skull to flatten.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In medical terms, the condition is called flat head syndrome or positional plagiocephaly, however, it is also understood that having flat head syndrome won't affect the baby's brain growth.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Now, it appears that the parents in China have taken it quite seriously as they are using special pillows, moulds and even helmets to train their babies' skulls into a more rounded shape, a news report in the South China Morning Post revealed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The parents are even taking to social media like Xiaohongshu, to discuss equipment that can help correct a baby's head shape, the reports added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It is important to note here that decades ago in China, people used to believe that flat heads and large foreheads were a sign of good luck, now parents there are following the new trend and trying to take advantage and make their child’s head more round.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/dna-testing-proves-south-dakota-man-is-grandson-of-famed-native-american-sitting-bull-424838">DNA testing proves South Dakota man is grandson of famed Native American Sitting Bull</a></strong></p>

<p>SCMP reported a mother's account, who wrote a popular Xiaohongshu post titled "I took my baby to head-shape correction, despite my family’s protests". The mother has given details about the procedures the baby has to go through.&nbsp;</p>

<p>She revealed that she took the baby to a local clinic to get custom-made "head correction gear" when the baby was seven months old. She further mentioned that how a mould was created after wrapping the baby's head in layers of plaster to measure it.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The mother even defended her after facing flak online. "I think wearing a head helmet has the same function as wearing braces, which is to correct a body part and make it more beautiful," she wrote as quoted by SCMP.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I have a flat head, and I know how painful it is for women who are chasing beauty. I don't want my kid to grow up and regret this part of herself," she added.&nbsp;</p>


Flat Head Syndrome is not a common term that one can come across on an everyday basis, but if you are a first-time parent, then you might have heard or read about it.

Flat Head Syndrome is not a common term that one can come across on an everyday basis, but if you are a first-time parent, then you might have heard or read about it. The Flat Head Syndrome happens when a baby spends a lot of time lying with his head turned to one side, the weight of the baby's head results in causing a patch at the back or side of the soft skull to flatten. In medical terms, the condition is called flat head syndrome or positional plagiocephaly, however, it is also understood that having flat head syndrome won't affect the baby's brain growth. ALSO READ | Malaysian firm set to launch 'world's first' non-discriminatory unisex condom Now, it appears that the parents in China have taken it quite seriously as they are using special pillows, moulds and even helmets to train their babies' skulls into a more rounded shape, a news report in the South China Morning Post revealed. The parents are even taking to social media like Xiaohongshu, to discuss equipment that can help correct a baby's head shape, the reports added. It is important to note here that decades ago in China, people used to believe that flat heads and large foreheads were a sign of good luck, now parents there are following the new trend and trying to take advantage and make their child’s head more round. ALSO READ | DNA testing proves South Dakota man is grandson of famed Native American Sitting Bull SCMP reported a mother's account, who wrote a popular Xiaohongshu post titled "I took my baby to head-shape correction, despite my family’s protests". The mother has given details about the procedures the baby has to go through. She revealed that she took the baby to a local clinic to get custom-made "head correction gear" when the baby was seven months old. She further mentioned that how a mould was created after wrapping the baby's head in layers of plaster to measure it. The mother even defended her after facing flak online. "I think wearing a head helmet has the same function as wearing braces, which is to correct a body part and make it more beautiful," she wrote as quoted by SCMP. "I have a flat head, and I know how painful it is for women who are chasing beauty. I don't want my kid to grow up and regret this part of herself," she added.

'Head-shape correction': Parents in China use moulds and helmets to keep their babies' heads round - Report

<p class="MsoNormal">Uniform-wearers are expected to behave in a certain way when they don that jersey that represents their country and the institution, or could face penalty. A Russian police woman learnt it the hard way.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Last month, social media was taken by shock when Ruslan Bobiev (whose real name is Ruslani Murojonzod) and Asya Akimova (Anastasia Chistova) posted pictures where Akimova was seen on her knees, facing her boyfriend which signaled oral sex.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-zayn-malik-charged-with-harassment-against-yolanda--gigi-hadid-425229">Zayn Malik charged with harassment against Yolanda &amp; Gigi Hadid</a></strong></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">However, the photo became a problem for the couple as the girlfriend had posed for this picture while wearing a police jacket. The picture was clicked with the iconic Red Square cathedral in the background.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">When the picture went viral, the couple was detained on the charges for carrying out actions that could hurt the feelings of masses of the country. Experts accused the couple of carrying out these actions "with the purpose of insulting the religious feelings of believers".<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">The couple has now been ordered 10 months behind bars for the photoshoot as they have been charged with insulting the feelings of believers.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/to-settle-us-charges-of-tax-evasion-russian-billionaire-pays-500-million-425174">To settle US charges of tax evasion, Russian billionaire pays $500 million</a></strong></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Bobiev and Akimova are the first ones to be sentenced to prison under this law. Before these two, whoever was charged against this law were either fined or had a suspended sentence. This law was passed in 2013 following a music performance by Pussy Riot band inside a cathedral in the capital city.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">In 2016, a YouTube blogger, Ruslan Sokolovsky, was also arrested against the same rule for playing the famous mobile game, Pokemon GO, in a church in Ekaterinburg. Recently, an OnlyFans star also became infamous for flashing her breasts near the St Basil’s Cathedral. Although, Bunny had issued public apology after public outrage for her stunt, she still faces possibility of prosecution in the case.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">However, the couple, Bobiev and Akimova, have been sentenced to 10-month prison sentence.<o:p></o:p></p>


Uniform-wearers are expected to behave in a certain way when they don that jersey that represents their country and the institution, or could face penalty. A Russian police woman learnt it the hard way.

Uniform-wearers are expected to behave in a certain way when they don that jersey that represents their country and the institution, or could face penalty. A Russian police woman learnt it the hard way. Last month, social media was taken by shock when Ruslan Bobiev (whose real name is Ruslani Murojonzod) and Asya Akimova (Anastasia Chistova) posted pictures where Akimova was seen on her knees, facing her boyfriend which signaled oral sex. Also read | Zayn Malik charged with harassment against Yolanda & Gigi Hadid However, the photo became a problem for the couple as the girlfriend had posed for this picture while wearing a police jacket. The picture was clicked with the iconic Red Square cathedral in the background. When the picture went viral, the couple was detained on the charges for carrying out actions that could hurt the feelings of masses of the country. Experts accused the couple of carrying out these actions "with the purpose of insulting the religious feelings of believers". The couple has now been ordered 10 months behind bars for the photoshoot as they have been charged with insulting the feelings of believers. Also read | To settle US charges of tax evasion, Russian billionaire pays $500 million Bobiev and Akimova are the first ones to be sentenced to prison under this law. Before these two, whoever was charged against this law were either fined or had a suspended sentence. This law was passed in 2013 following a music performance by Pussy Riot band inside a cathedral in the capital city. In 2016, a YouTube blogger, Ruslan Sokolovsky, was also arrested against the same rule for playing the famous mobile game, Pokemon GO, in a church in Ekaterinburg. Recently, an OnlyFans star also became infamous for flashing her breasts near the St Basil’s Cathedral. Although, Bunny had issued public apology after public outrage for her stunt, she still faces possibility of prosecution in the case. However, the couple, Bobiev and Akimova, have been sentenced to 10-month prison sentence.

Couple sentenced to 10 months jail for 'oral sex' pic outside Moscow cathedral

<p class="MsoNormal">Which kid doesn’t love field trips, but taking elementary school children to a gay bar might not have been the best choice of destination.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Broward school board member Sarah Leonardi has faced immense backlash on social media platform Twitter after she posted pictures of kids' field trip to a gay bar.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">She posted pictures on her social media accounts on Facebook and Twitter in which children from the elementary classes could be seen sitting in the rainbow-theme bar.</p>

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<p class="MsoNormal">"I was SO honored to be invited to chaperone Wilton Manors Elementary’s field trip to the incredible Rosie’s! The students and I had a fun walk over and learned a lot about our community!,"&nbsp;her Twitter post read.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">I was SO honored to be invited to chaperone <a href="https://twitter.com/WiltonManorsES?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WiltonManorsES</a>’s field trip to the incredible Rosie’s! The students and I had a fun walk over and learned a lot about our community! A huge thank you to <a href="https://twitter.com/RosiesBnG?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RosiesBnG</a> for hosting this special field trip every year! <a href="https://t.co/A3rpMbyUJP">pic.twitter.com/A3rpMbyUJP</a></p>
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<p>She also revealed that this was not the first time she had arranged such a trip. She thanked the bar authorities "for hosting this special field trip every year".<o:p></o:p></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal">This decision was hugely questioned by people and parents on the internet who felt it was completely inappropriate to take children, especially of this age, to a place which is filled with alcohol, has suggestive menu and possibly inappropriate wordings and actions too.</p>

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<p class="MsoNormal">"The menu item names are the most concerning part for me," a user replied to the tweet. "I'm also curious what was taught on this field trip…I’m not homophobic at all but it’s up to parents to talk about it with their kids."<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">"Why is there a field trip to a bar? Get it together. Inappropriate,"&nbsp;another user lashed out at the board member.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">People also questioned why the board member could not have taken the elementary school kids to a zoo, park or a museum for a field trip. Many also questioned if parents had been asked to sign a ‘consent slip’ before their young kids were sent to a bar.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">On the other hand, some users hailed this move. "If I could have went on a field trip like this at that age, it would have been literally life changing," a user posted and claimed that "From what I've gathered, the bar and grill isn’t a typical "bar" - they have special kid-friendly menus and coloring pages. No different than a field trip to Outback!"<o:p></o:p></p>


Which kid doesn’t love field trips, but taking elementary school children to a gay bar might not have been the best choice of destination. Broward school board member Sarah Leonardi has faced immense backlash on social media platform Twitter after she posted pictures of kids' field trip to a gay bar.

Which kid doesn’t love field trips, but taking elementary school children to a gay bar might not have been the best choice of destination. Broward school board member Sarah Leonardi has faced immense backlash on social media platform Twitter after she posted pictures of kids' field trip to a gay bar. She posted pictures on her social media accounts on Facebook and Twitter in which children from the elementary classes could be seen sitting in the rainbow-theme bar. Also read | First group of LGBTQ Afghans safely reach Britain after fleeing Taliban-rule "I was SO honored to be invited to chaperone Wilton Manors Elementary’s field trip to the incredible Rosie’s! The students and I had a fun walk over and learned a lot about our community!," her Twitter post read. I was SO honored to be invited to chaperone @WiltonManorsES’s field trip to the incredible Rosie’s! The students and I had a fun walk over and learned a lot about our community! A huge thank you to @RosiesBnG for hosting this special field trip every year! pic.twitter.com/A3rpMbyUJP — School Board Member Sarah Leonardi (@bcpsleonardi) October 27, 2021 × She also revealed that this was not the first time she had arranged such a trip. She thanked the bar authorities "for hosting this special field trip every year". This decision was hugely questioned by people and parents on the internet who felt it was completely inappropriate to take children, especially of this age, to a place which is filled with alcohol, has suggestive menu and possibly inappropriate wordings and actions too. Also read | Couple sentenced to 10 months jail for 'oral sex' pic outside Mexico cathedral "The menu item names are the most concerning part for me," a user replied to the tweet. "I'm also curious what was taught on this field trip…I’m not homophobic at all but it’s up to parents to talk about it with their kids." "Why is there a field trip to a bar? Get it together. Inappropriate," another user lashed out at the board member. People also questioned why the board member could not have taken the elementary school kids to a zoo, park or a museum for a field trip. Many also questioned if parents had been asked to sign a ‘consent slip’ before their young kids were sent to a bar. On the other hand, some users hailed this move. "If I could have went on a field trip like this at that age, it would have been literally life changing," a user posted and claimed that "From what I've gathered, the bar and grill isn’t a typical "bar" - they have special kid-friendly menus and coloring pages. No different than a field trip to Outback!"

'Inappropriate': Elementary school students taken to a bar for field trip

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<p>Medical supplies firm in Malaysia is all set to launch what it says will be the world's first unisex condom. The product is made from a medical-grade adhesive covering that allows it to be fixed to the reproductive organs of either sex.&nbsp;</p>

<p>John Tang Ing Ching, who is the creator of "Wondaleaf Unisex Condom", is hoping that the product can provide safer sexual experiences. The product is expected to hit the markets in December.&nbsp;</p>

<p>John, himself a gynaecologist and obstetrician, further said that the idea of the condom came after being troubled by the high rate of unintended pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>He said, "Idea of Wondaleaf unisex condom is just a natural progression of what I do in my line of work. For example, I always gown up properly to avoid contamination of bodily fluid from my patients and this is much better than washing myself up or taking prophylactic medications for specific infections."</p>

<p>John Tang Ing Ching also saw a need for an alternative form of contraception, due to the side effects and high cost of hormonal birth control for women. "I think the same can be said about sexual intercourse. Barrier methods, condoms and female condoms, should be the most effective methods for the least side effects in the prevention of pregnancies and STIs," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/archeologists-make-shocking-revelations-after-dna-analysis-of-mummies-in-china-424720">Archeologists make shocking revelations after DNA analysis of mummies in China</a></strong></p>

<p><strong>About the product:</strong></p>

<p>The condoms are made of the same material as transparent wound dressings which are thin, flexible and provide protection. Tang says the adhesive nature of the condom means it can be put on early without slipping off, making it a safer contraceptive, it is reversible and can be either inserted into the vagina or worn over the male penis.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Tang said the product has gone through several rounds of clinical research and testing and will be available commercially via the firm's website in December. "And based on the number of clinical trials we have conducted, I am quite optimistic that given time it will be a meaningful addition to the many contraceptive methods used in the prevention of unintended pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases.," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"With the non-discriminatory Wondaleaf UNISEX&nbsp;condom, everyone can be empowered to take charge of their own sexual health regardless of their gender or sexual orientation," he added.&nbsp;</p>


Medical supplies firm in Malaysia is all set to launch what it says will be the world's first unisex condom. The product is made from a medical-grade adhesive covering that allows it to be fixed to the reproductive organs of either sex.

Medical supplies firm in Malaysia is all set to launch what it says will be the world's first unisex condom. The product is made from a medical-grade adhesive covering that allows it to be fixed to the reproductive organs of either sex. John Tang Ing Ching, who is the creator of "Wondaleaf Unisex Condom", is hoping that the product can provide safer sexual experiences. The product is expected to hit the markets in December. John, himself a gynaecologist and obstetrician, further said that the idea of the condom came after being troubled by the high rate of unintended pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases. ALSO READ | DNA testing proves South Dakota man is grandson of famed Native American Sitting Bull He said, "Idea of Wondaleaf unisex condom is just a natural progression of what I do in my line of work. For example, I always gown up properly to avoid contamination of bodily fluid from my patients and this is much better than washing myself up or taking prophylactic medications for specific infections." John Tang Ing Ching also saw a need for an alternative form of contraception, due to the side effects and high cost of hormonal birth control for women. "I think the same can be said about sexual intercourse. Barrier methods, condoms and female condoms, should be the most effective methods for the least side effects in the prevention of pregnancies and STIs," he said. ALSO READ | Archeologists make shocking revelations after DNA analysis of mummies in China About the product: The condoms are made of the same material as transparent wound dressings which are thin, flexible and provide protection. Tang says the adhesive nature of the condom means it can be put on early without slipping off, making it a safer contraceptive, it is reversible and can be either inserted into the vagina or worn over the male penis. Tang said the product has gone through several rounds of clinical research and testing and will be available commercially via the firm's website in December. "And based on the number of clinical trials we have conducted, I am quite optimistic that given time it will be a meaningful addition to the many contraceptive methods used in the prevention of unintended pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases.," he said. "With the non-discriminatory Wondaleaf UNISEX condom, everyone can be empowered to take charge of their own sexual health regardless of their gender or sexual orientation," he added.

Malaysian firm set to launch 'world's first' non-discriminatory unisex condom

<p>Facebook is now Meta. World's most dominant social network has its eyes set on ambitious&nbsp;new pastures. The Mark Zuckerberg-led social media giant will now focus on building a 'metaverse'. Zuckerberg himself made the announcement late on October 28 (Indian time).</p>

<p>The announcement on Facebook's ambitious new step sent the social media in a tizzy. From understanding what is metaverse to planning how to maximise one's presence in it, people were searching all sort of things.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The increased awareness and&nbsp;excitement around the word 'meta' proved to be a windfall for a company.</p>

<p>Meta Marterials Inc. A Canadian company, found itself gaining monetary benefit due the buzz surrounding the word.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/meta-or-facebook-twitter-users-make-fun-of-rebranding-of-social-media-platform-424869">Meta or Facebook? Twitter users make fun of rebranding of social media platform</a></strong>&nbsp;</p>

<p>Shares of the company, which goes by the ticker name MMAT, rose by whopping 26 per cent in after-hours trading as people mistook it to be the rebranded entity of Facebook. This was followed by 4.8 per cent gain during trading hours.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The company now has a market cap of $1.3 billion.</p>

<p>Facebook itself was,&nbsp;quite expectedly,&nbsp;in the centre of a fierce debate online after the rechristening. Many wondered why the hugely popular social media network would give such a strong brand name.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/from-faang-to-manga-twitter-users-speculate-future-of-tech-companies-424901">From FAANG to MANGA: Twitter users speculate future of tech companies</a></strong></p>

<p>Zuckerberg tried to answer this in his lengthy Facebook post about the name change.</p>

<p>"We are at the beginning of the next chapter for the internet.." his note began.</p>

<p>"The defining quality of the metaverse will be a feeling of presence -- like you are right there with another person or in another place. Feeling truly present with another person is the ultimate dream of social technology. That is why we are focused on building this.In the metaverse, you'll be able to do almost anything you can imagine -- get together with friends and family, work, learn, play, shop, create -- as well as completely new experiences that don't really fit how we think about computers or phones today. We made a film that explores how you might use the metaverse one day," he explained.</p>

<p>Mark Zuckerberg's Facebook profile now describes him as 'Founder and CEO at Meta'.</p>


Facebook is now Meta. World's most dominant social network has its eyes set on ambitious new pastures. The Mark Zuckerberg-led social media giant will now focus on building a 'metaverse'.

Facebook is now Meta. World's most dominant social network has its eyes set on ambitious new pastures. The Mark Zuckerberg-led social media giant will now focus on building a 'metaverse'. Zuckerberg himself made the announcement late on October 28 (Indian time). The announcement on Facebook's ambitious new step sent the social media in a tizzy. From understanding what is metaverse to planning how to maximise one's presence in it, people were searching all sort of things. The increased awareness and excitement around the word 'meta' proved to be a windfall for a company. Meta Marterials Inc. A Canadian company, found itself gaining monetary benefit due the buzz surrounding the word. Also Read | Meta or Facebook? Twitter users make fun of rebranding of social media platform Shares of the company, which goes by the ticker name MMAT, rose by whopping 26 per cent in after-hours trading as people mistook it to be the rebranded entity of Facebook. This was followed by 4.8 per cent gain during trading hours. The company now has a market cap of $1.3 billion. Facebook itself was, quite expectedly, in the centre of a fierce debate online after the rechristening. Many wondered why the hugely popular social media network would give such a strong brand name. Also Read | From FAANG to MANGA: Twitter users speculate future of tech companies Zuckerberg tried to answer this in his lengthy Facebook post about the name change. "We are at the beginning of the next chapter for the internet.." his note began. "The defining quality of the metaverse will be a feeling of presence -- like you are right there with another person or in another place. Feeling truly present with another person is the ultimate dream of social technology. That is why we are focused on building this.In the metaverse, you'll be able to do almost anything you can imagine -- get together with friends and family, work, learn, play, shop, create -- as well as completely new experiences that don't really fit how we think about computers or phones today. We made a film that explores how you might use the metaverse one day," he explained. Mark Zuckerberg's Facebook profile now describes him as 'Founder and CEO at Meta'.

Facebook is now Meta, but another company pocketted money from all the buzz

<p class="MsoNormal">Using a new method of analysing family lineages with DNA fragments from long-dead people, a group of scientists have figured out that a South Dakotan man was indeed the grandson of the 19th-century Native American leader Sitting Bull.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Researchers took a strand of hair from which was being preserved at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington. Through this hair, they were able to establish a familial relationship between the famed Sitting Bull and Ernie LaPoint of South Dakota. <o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">The 73-year-old from Lead, South Dakota, has expressed relief after this revelation. He says this has come as a piece of good news as several people had been questioning his relationship with his ancestors for years.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/archeologists-make-shocking-revelations-after-dna-analysis-of-mummies-in-china-424720">Archeologists make shocking revelations after DNA analysis of mummies in China</a></strong></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">"I feel this DNA research is another way of identifying my lineal relationship to my great-grandfather," said LaPointe. "People have been questioning our relationship to our ancestor as long as I can remember. These people are just a pain in the place you sit - and will probably doubt these findings, also."<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">This study is not only a milestone for LaPointe but is also a scientific marvel as this was the first time that a familial relationship has been established between a living man and a historical figure with the help of DNA of a long-dead person.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/egyptian-mummies-to-pass-through-cairo-in-ancient-rulers-parade-375153">Egyptian mummies to pass through Cairo in ancient rulers' parade</a></strong></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">The new method was developed by scientists led by Eske Willerslev, director of the Lundbeck Foundation GeoGenetics Centre at the University of Cambridge. It had taken the researchers 14 years to develop this new method of extracting usable DNA from hair.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">When Willerslev read about LaPointe handing over hair of Sitting Bull to Smithsonian, he reached out to him to conduct this research. "LaPointe asked me to extract DNA from it and compare it to his DNA to establish relationship," said Willerslev, senior author of the research published in the Science Advances. "I got very little hair and there was very limited DNA in it. It took us a long time developing a method that, based on limited ancient DNA, can by compared to that of living people across multiple generations."<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Sitting Bull, whose Lakota name was Tatanka-Iyotanka, was known for leading Native American warrior who then wiped out federal troops of George Custer at the 1876 Battle of the Little Bighorn.<o:p></o:p></p>


Using a new method of analysing family lineages with DNA fragments from long-dead people, a group of scientists have figured out that a South Dakotan man was indeed the grandson of the 19th-century Native American leader Sitting Bull.

Using a new method of analysing family lineages with DNA fragments from long-dead people, a group of scientists have figured out that a South Dakotan man was indeed the grandson of the 19th-century Native American leader Sitting Bull. Researchers took a strand of hair from which was being preserved at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington. Through this hair, they were able to establish a familial relationship between the famed Sitting Bull and Ernie LaPoint of South Dakota. The 73-year-old from Lead, South Dakota, has expressed relief after this revelation. He says this has come as a piece of good news as several people had been questioning his relationship with his ancestors for years. Also read | Archeologists make shocking revelations after DNA analysis of mummies in China "I feel this DNA research is another way of identifying my lineal relationship to my great-grandfather," said LaPointe. "People have been questioning our relationship to our ancestor as long as I can remember. These people are just a pain in the place you sit - and will probably doubt these findings, also." This study is not only a milestone for LaPointe but is also a scientific marvel as this was the first time that a familial relationship has been established between a living man and a historical figure with the help of DNA of a long-dead person. Also read | Egyptian mummies to pass through Cairo in ancient rulers' parade The new method was developed by scientists led by Eske Willerslev, director of the Lundbeck Foundation GeoGenetics Centre at the University of Cambridge. It had taken the researchers 14 years to develop this new method of extracting usable DNA from hair. When Willerslev read about LaPointe handing over hair of Sitting Bull to Smithsonian, he reached out to him to conduct this research. "LaPointe asked me to extract DNA from it and compare it to his DNA to establish relationship," said Willerslev, senior author of the research published in the Science Advances. "I got very little hair and there was very limited DNA in it. It took us a long time developing a method that, based on limited ancient DNA, can by compared to that of living people across multiple generations." Sitting Bull, whose Lakota name was Tatanka-Iyotanka, was known for leading Native American warrior who then wiped out federal troops of George Custer at the 1876 Battle of the Little Bighorn.

DNA testing proves South Dakota man is grandson of famed Native American Sitting Bull

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="3">A resident of a high-rise condominium in Thailand cut the support line for two painters and left them hanging above the 26th level until they were rescued, authorities said Wednesday.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="5">According to Police Colonel Pongjak Preechakarunpong, commander of the Pak Kret police station north of Bangkok, the lady is charged with attempted murder and property destruction.&nbsp;</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="6">Pongjak would not explain why she cut the rope, but Thai media said that she was enraged when the employees showed outside her door and she hadn't read the condo's statement that they would be working on October 12.&nbsp;</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="7">Two painters were seen on social media requesting tenants on the 26th floor to open the window and let them in.</p>

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<p>One of the painters, Song, a Myanmar national, told Thai media that he and two pals descended from the 32nd level to repair a break in the structure.&nbsp;</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="9">The lady and her lawyer appeared at the police station on Wednesday.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="10">She confessed but denied any desire to kill the employees until the police showed her the CCTV footage and forensic proof.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="11">The suspect, according to Pongjak, was temporarily freed.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="12">Within 15 days, police would submit an indictment in provincial court, he added.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="13">If convicted of attempted murder, she may face a sentence of up to 20 years in jail.&nbsp;</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="14"><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A resident of a high-rise condominium in Thailand cut the support line for two painters and left them hanging above the 26th level until they were rescued, authorities said Wednesday.

A resident of a high-rise condominium in Thailand cut the support line for two painters and left them hanging above the 26th level until they were rescued, authorities said Wednesday. According to Police Colonel Pongjak Preechakarunpong, commander of the Pak Kret police station north of Bangkok, the lady is charged with attempted murder and property destruction. Pongjak would not explain why she cut the rope, but Thai media said that she was enraged when the employees showed outside her door and she hadn't read the condo's statement that they would be working on October 12. Two painters were seen on social media requesting tenants on the 26th floor to open the window and let them in. × One of the painters, Song, a Myanmar national, told Thai media that he and two pals descended from the 32nd level to repair a break in the structure. The lady and her lawyer appeared at the police station on Wednesday. She confessed but denied any desire to kill the employees until the police showed her the CCTV footage and forensic proof. The suspect, according to Pongjak, was temporarily freed. Within 15 days, police would submit an indictment in provincial court, he added. If convicted of attempted murder, she may face a sentence of up to 20 years in jail. (With inputs from agencies)

Watch | Angry Thai woman cuts support rope for painters working on 26th floor of building

<p class="MsoNormal">In a bid to control the increasing problem of obesity in children, Spain has decided to ban all advertisements about sweets that are aimed at kids.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Spain’s Consumer Affairs Minister Alberto Garzon announced on Thursday that all advertisements for high-sugar food such as chocolate bars, candies, sodas and more will not be allowed to showcase anywhere.</p>

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<p class="MsoNormal">This ban will come into place from 2022 and will target almost all platforms such as television, radio, online outlets and mobile apps. The content aired for under 16s on these platforms will be altered to make sure no promotion of high-sugar food and drinks is done.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">"Minors are vulnerable consumers and it is our duty to protect them from advertising," Garzon said. From next year, advertisements about chocolate bars. Ice cream, sodas, soft drinks, pastries and more will face a complete ban.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">The announcement of the ban came as several studies found out that nearly one in three children in the country are considered to be obese — excess of bodyweight. The figures have increased alarmingly as in 1984 only three per cent children were considered to be obese.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/she-deleted-her-facebook-account-and-says-it-helped-her-lose-32-kg-424728">She deleted her Facebook account, and says it helped her lose 32 kg</a></strong></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Experts believe that one main reason behind the obesity epidemic is advertisements as children tend to gather information and then develop curiosity for the product from these advertisements.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Spain is not the only country going through this problem. The percentage of obese children has increased from four per cent in 1975 to nearly 18 per cent now, as per figures from the World Health Organization (WHO).<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">The products being banned from advertisement by Spain are the same ones that the WHO experts had flagged as being 'harmful' for children, especially in the age group of five to 19.<o:p></o:p></p>


In a bid to control the increasing problem of obesity in children, Spain has decided to ban all advertisements about sweets that are aimed at kids. Spain’s Consumer Affairs Minister Alberto Garzon announced on Thursday that all advertisements for high-sugar food such as chocolate bars, candies, sodas and more will not be allowed to showcase anywhere.

In a bid to control the increasing problem of obesity in children, Spain has decided to ban all advertisements about sweets that are aimed at kids. Spain’s Consumer Affairs Minister Alberto Garzon announced on Thursday that all advertisements for high-sugar food such as chocolate bars, candies, sodas and more will not be allowed to showcase anywhere. Also read | Antidepressant drug Fluvoxamine can help reduce Covid hospitalisations by 30%: Study This ban will come into place from 2022 and will target almost all platforms such as television, radio, online outlets and mobile apps. The content aired for under 16s on these platforms will be altered to make sure no promotion of high-sugar food and drinks is done. "Minors are vulnerable consumers and it is our duty to protect them from advertising," Garzon said. From next year, advertisements about chocolate bars. Ice cream, sodas, soft drinks, pastries and more will face a complete ban. The announcement of the ban came as several studies found out that nearly one in three children in the country are considered to be obese — excess of bodyweight. The figures have increased alarmingly as in 1984 only three per cent children were considered to be obese. Also read | She deleted her Facebook account, and says it helped her lose 32 kg Experts believe that one main reason behind the obesity epidemic is advertisements as children tend to gather information and then develop curiosity for the product from these advertisements. Spain is not the only country going through this problem. The percentage of obese children has increased from four per cent in 1975 to nearly 18 per cent now, as per figures from the World Health Organization (WHO). The products being banned from advertisement by Spain are the same ones that the WHO experts had flagged as being 'harmful' for children, especially in the age group of five to 19.

'Harmful': Spain to ban advertisement of sweets to tackle obesity in children

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="3">Deleting Facebook, according to one lady, was the key to her 30 kg lockdown weight reduction.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="5">Brenda Finn, 33, said that she'd always "been a little overweight," but that bad eating habits caused her to expand to a size 22 between 2016 and 2019.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="6">The candlemaker resolved to change her life after she reached 99 kg in August of last year.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="7">She also blamed her failure to lose weight or stay healthy on social media, alleging that continual posts and advertisements about unhealthy foods were to blame.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="8">Because she had "no excuses," the self-confessed social media junkie went cold turkey.&nbsp;</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="9">Brenda then deleted Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, and her weight began to drop dramatically.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="10">Brenda is now a healthy 58 kg, having shed more than a third of her body weight.&nbsp;</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="11">"When I realised how distracting Facebook and Instagram were from my progress, I shut off from it all," she said.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="12">"That was a pinnacle point for me – it was hard to say goodbye to my social media, but it was the best decision I ever made.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="13"><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Deleting Facebook, according to one lady, was the key to her 30 kg lockdown weight reduction. Brenda Finn, 33, said that she'd always "been a little overweight," but that bad eating habits caused her to expand to a size 22 between 2016 and 2019.

Deleting Facebook, according to one lady, was the key to her 30 kg lockdown weight reduction. Brenda Finn, 33, said that she'd always "been a little overweight," but that bad eating habits caused her to expand to a size 22 between 2016 and 2019. The candlemaker resolved to change her life after she reached 99 kg in August of last year. She also blamed her failure to lose weight or stay healthy on social media, alleging that continual posts and advertisements about unhealthy foods were to blame. Because she had "no excuses," the self-confessed social media junkie went cold turkey. Brenda then deleted Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, and her weight began to drop dramatically. Brenda is now a healthy 58 kg, having shed more than a third of her body weight. "When I realised how distracting Facebook and Instagram were from my progress, I shut off from it all," she said. "That was a pinnacle point for me – it was hard to say goodbye to my social media, but it was the best decision I ever made. (With inputs from agencies)

She deleted her Facebook account, and says it helped her lose 32 kg

Consumerism is something that sometimes makes people cross moral boundaries to gain profits. Donald Trump’s son seems to have done just that. Recently, a cinematographer was shot dead accidentally by a famous actor, Alec Baldwin, on a movie set.

Consumerism is something that sometimes makes people cross moral boundaries to gain profits. Donald Trump’s son seems to have done just that. Recently, a cinematographer was shot dead accidentally by a famous actor, Alec Baldwin, on a movie set. Some people from the industry came together to remember and pay respects to Halya Hutchins, others lent their support to the actor who was shocked by this development. Also read | Hollywood to ban 'live' weapons on film/TV sets after Alec Baldwin's mishap? However, former US President’s son, Donald Trump Jr, decided to profit from this heart-breaking incident. His website shopdonjr.com is now selling a t-shirt that reads "Guns don't kill people, Alec Baldwin kills people". Available in three colours — black, blue and military green — and for $27.99, the t-shirt is being understood as a mockery to the heart breaking incident of the cinematographer losing her life to an accidental fire. Last week, while rehearsing, Alec Baldwin took a prop gun and fired the shot. As per the scene, Baldwin had to point the gun at the camera and shoot at the lens. Also read | 'Rust' shooting: Halyna Hutchins' husband on her tragic death: Our loss is enormous As per the label of the gun, the weapon was a ‘cold’ one, which meant that the as per the label the weapon could not have hurt anyone due to the fake bullets. However, the weapon turned out to be a real gun, and the bullet shot the 42-year-old Ukraine-born cinematographer Halyna Hutchins dead and injured the Director. The actor was seen crying and in a distraught condition after the incident took place. However, as Baldwin has been an open Trump critic and had also enacted him on the skit comedy show 'Saturday Night Live'. Baldwin has also been known to take a stand against the National Rifle Association and gun rights activists. Trump Jr did not stop at that, he has also being actively sharing memes about the incident on social media platform, Instagram. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Donald Trump Jr. (@donaldjtrumpjr) × View this post on Instagram A post shared by Donald Trump Jr. (@donaldjtrumpjr) × View this post on Instagram A post shared by Donald Trump Jr. (@donaldjtrumpjr) × View this post on Instagram A post shared by Donald Trump Jr. (@donaldjtrumpjr) ×

Donald Trump Jr sells t-shirts mocking Alec Baldwin's shooting accident

<p>A United States rescue crew has some easy advise for missing mountaineers or anybody else who could find themselves alone in the mountains: answer your phone.</p>

<p>Last week, Lake County Search &amp; Rescue received a report that a hiker had gone missing on Mount Elbert.</p>

<p>The hiker left around 9 am&nbsp;on October 18 and didn't return until 8 pm, according to LCSAR's Facebook page.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>According to the post, the man's whereabouts were unknown for 24 hours after he went on a trek to Mount Elbert, Colorado's highest mountain, last week.</p>

<p>The hiker went missing at 8 p.m. on October 18 after failing to return to his lodging, according to officials.</p>

<p>After “multiple efforts to contact the individual through their cell phone were unsuccessful,” LCSAR was notified.<br />
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According to LCSAR, this hiker missed the path about dusk and went through the night in search of it.</p>

<p>The hiker had to check multiple trailheads after they were back on the path before finding the one where they'd left their car.</p>

<p>It advises that once above the treeline, snow can conceal the route, and that hikers shouldn't expect to be able to follow their footsteps back down the mountain since the wind might blow them away.<br />
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A United States rescue crew has some easy advise for missing mountaineers or anybody else who could find themselves alone in the mountains: answer your phone. Last week, Lake County Search & Rescue received a report that a hiker had gone missing on Mount Elbert.

A United States rescue crew has some easy advise for missing mountaineers or anybody else who could find themselves alone in the mountains: answer your phone. Last week, Lake County Search & Rescue received a report that a hiker had gone missing on Mount Elbert. The hiker left around 9 am on October 18 and didn't return until 8 pm, according to LCSAR's Facebook page. × According to the post, the man's whereabouts were unknown for 24 hours after he went on a trek to Mount Elbert, Colorado's highest mountain, last week. The hiker went missing at 8 p.m. on October 18 after failing to return to his lodging, according to officials. After “multiple efforts to contact the individual through their cell phone were unsuccessful,” LCSAR was notified. According to LCSAR, this hiker missed the path about dusk and went through the night in search of it. The hiker had to check multiple trailheads after they were back on the path before finding the one where they'd left their car. It advises that once above the treeline, snow can conceal the route, and that hikers shouldn't expect to be able to follow their footsteps back down the mountain since the wind might blow them away. (With inputs from agencies)

Hiker lost on US mountain ignored calls from rescuers because it was an 'unknown number'

<p>Bats have already got a bad name in times of the pandemic. The coronavirus that rattled the world and even made major lifestyle changes for everyone allegedly originated from wet markets in China and bats were the agency.</p>

<p>But even after all the bad publicity, bats may win an award of a sort in New Zealand. The race is on for 'Bird of the year' and if an independent conservation organisation in the country is to be believed, bats are well in front.</p>

<p>“It’s winning overall, yeah,” said Forest and Bird spokesperson Laura Keown. “Actually, when you look at the number one and number two rankings, it’s not winning by a little. It’s winning by quite a lot.”</p>

<p>The spokesperson was quoted by The Guardian.</p>

<p>The competition to select bird of the year takes place annually and has been going on for 16 years. Keown said that bat had been given an entry into the fray this year to raise awareness about its status as endangered species.</p>

<p>The specific species of bats in the race is called pekapeka-tou-roa, or long-tailed bat. This one of New Zealand's only land-based mammals that are native to the country.</p>

<p>The bat has found a powerful endorsement that is likely helping it lead the race for bird of the year. New Zealand's environment ministry has recently declared that it was backing the bat's candidacy in the race.</p>


Bats have already got a bad name in times of the pandemic. The coronavirus that rattled the world and even made major lifestyle changes for everyone allegedly originated from wet markets in China and bats were the agency.

Bats have already got a bad name in times of the pandemic. The coronavirus that rattled the world and even made major lifestyle changes for everyone allegedly originated from wet markets in China and bats were the agency. But even after all the bad publicity, bats may win an award of a sort in New Zealand. The race is on for 'Bird of the year' and if an independent conservation organisation in the country is to be believed, bats are well in front. “It’s winning overall, yeah,” said Forest and Bird spokesperson Laura Keown. “Actually, when you look at the number one and number two rankings, it’s not winning by a little. It’s winning by quite a lot.” The spokesperson was quoted by The Guardian. The competition to select bird of the year takes place annually and has been going on for 16 years. Keown said that bat had been given an entry into the fray this year to raise awareness about its status as endangered species. The specific species of bats in the race is called pekapeka-tou-roa, or long-tailed bat. This one of New Zealand's only land-based mammals that are native to the country. The bat has found a powerful endorsement that is likely helping it lead the race for bird of the year. New Zealand's environment ministry has recently declared that it was backing the bat's candidacy in the race.

Amid global pandemic, bats lead race for 'bird of the year' in New Zealand

<p>You must remember the cartoon The Jetsons that showed a family in distant future flying around in personal vehicles. In that highly developed world road-transport was obsolete and every citizen owned a flying car that took him from home to office and anywhere.</p>

<p>Well a namesake vehicle Jetson One has been launched by a Swedish startup by the name of Jetson. And like in the futuristic world, this is personal vehicle that flies. And oh, it runs on electric power.</p>

<p>The company was founded by Peter Ternstrom and Tomasz Patan in 2017. The company specialises in electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL vehicles).</p>

<p>According to company website, Jetson One can fly at a maximum speed of 63 mph. The current version of the flying vehicle lets it fly for 20 minutes at a time on a single charge.</p>

<p>The company has also posted videos on social media in which the flying vehicle can be seen zooming across a desert landscape.</p>

<p>Take a look</p>

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<p>Jetson's plans involve shipping the commercial version of the prototype in 2023. The personal flying vehicle will not come cheap however.</p>

<p>If you wish to reserve one for yourself, you will have to shell out USD 92,000.</p>

<p>Like all new technologies, this one may be too costly as it enters the market but if this becomes cheap enough for mass production, each one of us may zoom our way to destinations in not so distant future.</p>


You must remember the cartoon The Jetsons that showed a family in distant future flying around in personal vehicles. In that highly developed world road-transport was obsolete and every citizen owned a flying car that took him from home to office and anywhere.

You must remember the cartoon The Jetsons that showed a family in distant future flying around in personal vehicles. In that highly developed world road-transport was obsolete and every citizen owned a flying car that took him from home to office and anywhere. Well a namesake vehicle Jetson One has been launched by a Swedish startup by the name of Jetson. And like in the futuristic world, this is personal vehicle that flies. And oh, it runs on electric power. The company was founded by Peter Ternstrom and Tomasz Patan in 2017. The company specialises in electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL vehicles). According to company website, Jetson One can fly at a maximum speed of 63 mph. The current version of the flying vehicle lets it fly for 20 minutes at a time on a single charge. The company has also posted videos on social media in which the flying vehicle can be seen zooming across a desert landscape. Take a look View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jetson (@jetsonaero) × Jetson's plans involve shipping the commercial version of the prototype in 2023. The personal flying vehicle will not come cheap however. If you wish to reserve one for yourself, you will have to shell out USD 92,000. Like all new technologies, this one may be too costly as it enters the market but if this becomes cheap enough for mass production, each one of us may zoom our way to destinations in not so distant future.

Want a flying car? You may take a look at Jetson One

<p>According to reports, a man was sentenced to six months in prison for releasing <strong>rats</strong> in his workplace.</p>

<p>The man who reportedly belongs to <strong>Ireland </strong>committed the offence allegedly after differences with an employee over a long period of time.</p>

<p>The man, <strong>John O'Neill</strong>, had placed two rats in the office.&nbsp;After employees arrived the next day they found rat excrement. Officials detected O'Neill's handiwork after CCTV cameras picked him up entering the building with items covered in his jacket.</p>

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<p>O'Neill, 61, reportedly pleaded guilty as<strong> pest control </strong>workers found rats were the source of the carnage inside the office premises. The management reportedly had to replace several components in the office.&nbsp;The incident alarmed the management as investigators were called in.</p>

<p>O’Shea's lawyer informed that he was suffering from<strong> stress</strong> as he was involved in a dispute with a colleague in the office.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-raining-rats-now-huge-spiders-gossamer-web-blankets-bushland-in-australia-391898">Also Read:&nbsp;After 'raining' rats, huge spiders' gossamer web blankets bushland in Australia&nbsp;</a></p>

<p>O'Neill was arrested as the judge said the offence was "committed with malice" while advocating that he could have dwelt with stress in another way even as the man expressed remorse over the incident.</p>

<p>The judge said the man's actions were "uniquely wicked" and "grossly reckless" while handing him the sentence.</p>

<p>(With inputs from Agencies)</p>


According to reports, a man was sentenced to six months in prison for releasing rats in his workplace. The man who reportedly belongs to Ireland committed the offence allegedly after differences with an employee over a long period of time.

According to reports, a man was sentenced to six months in prison for releasing rats in his workplace. The man who reportedly belongs to Ireland committed the offence allegedly after differences with an employee over a long period of time. The man, John O'Neill, had placed two rats in the office. After employees arrived the next day they found rat excrement. Officials detected O'Neill's handiwork after CCTV cameras picked him up entering the building with items covered in his jacket. In Pics | Washington becomes the first city to count its felines O'Neill, 61, reportedly pleaded guilty as pest control workers found rats were the source of the carnage inside the office premises. The management reportedly had to replace several components in the office. The incident alarmed the management as investigators were called in. O’Shea's lawyer informed that he was suffering from stress as he was involved in a dispute with a colleague in the office. Also Read: After 'raining' rats, huge spiders' gossamer web blankets bushland in Australia O'Neill was arrested as the judge said the offence was "committed with malice" while advocating that he could have dwelt with stress in another way even as the man expressed remorse over the incident. The judge said the man's actions were "uniquely wicked" and "grossly reckless" while handing him the sentence. (With inputs from Agencies)

'Uniquely wicked': Man gets jail for releasing rats in his office

<p>It's not a new thing that nature has wonders and surprises waiting to be found. Something takes a dip in dark, we lose sight of it for years and years and it unexpectedly pops up making us drop our jaws.</p>

<p>A giant owl has been sighted for the first time in 150 years!.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Shelley's eagle owl, true to its name due to its similarities to an eagle, has been spotted by experts in jungles of Ghana in Africa. This is being hailed as fantastic and ecologists are over cloud nine.</p>

<p>A picture of the bird was taken by Dr Robert Williams, an ecologist from Somerset and Dr Joseph Tobias, of the Department of Life Sciences at Imperial College London.</p>

<p>Shelley's eagle owl was first described by Richard Bowdler Sharpe, curator of the bird collection at the Natural History Museum. The specimen was taken from a hunter in Ghana.</p>

<p>There hasn't been a single confirmed sighting of the owl after that.</p>

<p>Shelley's Eagle Owl is known for its distinct black eyes and eagle-like appearance. Even Dr Tobias, who spotted the owl with Dr Williams mistook it to be an eagle first, as reported by The Independent.</p>


It's not a new thing that nature has wonders and surprises waiting to be found. Something takes a dip in dark, we lose sight of it for years and years and it unexpectedly pops up making us drop our jaws.

It's not a new thing that nature has wonders and surprises waiting to be found. Something takes a dip in dark, we lose sight of it for years and years and it unexpectedly pops up making us drop our jaws. A giant owl has been sighted for the first time in 150 years!. Shelley's eagle owl, true to its name due to its similarities to an eagle, has been spotted by experts in jungles of Ghana in Africa. This is being hailed as fantastic and ecologists are over cloud nine. A picture of the bird was taken by Dr Robert Williams, an ecologist from Somerset and Dr Joseph Tobias, of the Department of Life Sciences at Imperial College London. Shelley's eagle owl was first described by Richard Bowdler Sharpe, curator of the bird collection at the Natural History Museum. The specimen was taken from a hunter in Ghana. There hasn't been a single confirmed sighting of the owl after that. Shelley's Eagle Owl is known for its distinct black eyes and eagle-like appearance. Even Dr Tobias, who spotted the owl with Dr Williams mistook it to be an eagle first, as reported by The Independent.

Giant owl, unseen for 150 years, spotted in wild

<p class="MsoNormal">Every couple has good and bad days, and some end up taking steps such as separating in case the two don’t get along. However, a man in Italy had to take help from the police to escape his wife.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">A man went to the local police barracks and requested them to put him behind bars as he felt that would be easier and more bearable than living with his wife.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">The 30-year-old Albanian citizen had been under house arrest for drug-related crimes since the past few months. He had few more years left to serve.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/memes-helped-people-cope-up-with-covid-pandemic-related-stress-says-us-study-423259">Memes helped people cope up with Covid pandemic-related stress, says US study</a></strong></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">"He lived at home with his wife and family. It wasn't going well anymore," Ferrante said. <o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">The man could not bear the domestic differences anymore. "He said, 'Listen, my domestic life has become hell, I can't do it anymore, I want to go to jail." <o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">A resident of Guidonia Montecelio, a little outside Rome, when the man realised he "was no longer able to cope with the forced cohabitation with his wife", he decided to go and get locked up in the jail instead.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">"Exasperated by the situation, he preferred to escape, spontaneously presenting himself to the Carabinieri to ask to serve his sentence behind bars," Captain Francesco Giacomo Ferrante of the Tivoli Carabinieri reported.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Much to his delight, his wishes were granted as he was charged for violating house arrest rules. The judicial authorities ordered local police officers to transfer the drug criminal to jail — giving him a relief from his domestic issues.<o:p></o:p></p>


Every couple has good and bad days, and some end up taking steps such as separating in case the two don’t get along. However, a man in Italy had to take help from the police to escape his wife.

Every couple has good and bad days, and some end up taking steps such as separating in case the two don’t get along. However, a man in Italy had to take help from the police to escape his wife. A man went to the local police barracks and requested them to put him behind bars as he felt that would be easier and more bearable than living with his wife. The 30-year-old Albanian citizen had been under house arrest for drug-related crimes since the past few months. He had few more years left to serve. Also read | Memes helped people cope up with Covid pandemic-related stress, says US study "He lived at home with his wife and family. It wasn't going well anymore," Ferrante said. The man could not bear the domestic differences anymore. "He said, 'Listen, my domestic life has become hell, I can't do it anymore, I want to go to jail." A resident of Guidonia Montecelio, a little outside Rome, when the man realised he "was no longer able to cope with the forced cohabitation with his wife", he decided to go and get locked up in the jail instead. "Exasperated by the situation, he preferred to escape, spontaneously presenting himself to the Carabinieri to ask to serve his sentence behind bars," Captain Francesco Giacomo Ferrante of the Tivoli Carabinieri reported. Much to his delight, his wishes were granted as he was charged for violating house arrest rules. The judicial authorities ordered local police officers to transfer the drug criminal to jail — giving him a relief from his domestic issues.

Jail's better than home? Annoyed by wife, man asks Italy police to put him behind bars

<p>We are bombarded with news of global warming each day. We know how the ice caps are melting thereby raising sea levels and affecting local habitat. But a positive news has come from the Pacific Arctic. Scientists have reported cooling for the first time in this region.</p>

<p>This has translated to more retention of ice and return of polar bears.</p>

<p>The merry news has been reported by Sputnik that has quoted a scientist.</p>

<p>"Primarily, we can talk about temperature drop in Chukotka and Alaska, because there, no walruses were this year on the spots [at the shore] that they were occupying for the past 20 years… This is not anomaly, but a return to normalcy. The anomaly was during the past 20 years, during the warming. Now the ice is not that heavy as it was 40 years ago, for example, but close to it. I am happy for walruses and bears, as all of them got a respite," said Anatoly Kochnev as quoted by Sputnik. Kochnev is a researcher at Beringia national park and an expert in sea mammals.</p>

<p>He said that the ice in coastal waters did not melt even in summer. This led to return of walruses.</p>

<p>When there is no ice, polar bears cannot hunt for seals. Retention of ice has meant that seals reappeared and polar bear got their preferred food, Polar bears prefer to hunt seals than walruses. However, if ice recedes, polar bears are forced to hunt for seals.</p>

<p>Polar bear is an endangered animal and cooling of Pacific Arctic region is surely is good sign.</p>


We are bombarded with news of global warming each day. We know how the ice caps are melting thereby raising sea levels and affecting local habitat. But a positive news has come from the Pacific Arctic.

We are bombarded with news of global warming each day. We know how the ice caps are melting thereby raising sea levels and affecting local habitat. But a positive news has come from the Pacific Arctic. Scientists have reported cooling for the first time in this region. This has translated to more retention of ice and return of polar bears. The merry news has been reported by Sputnik that has quoted a scientist. "Primarily, we can talk about temperature drop in Chukotka and Alaska, because there, no walruses were this year on the spots [at the shore] that they were occupying for the past 20 years… This is not anomaly, but a return to normalcy. The anomaly was during the past 20 years, during the warming. Now the ice is not that heavy as it was 40 years ago, for example, but close to it. I am happy for walruses and bears, as all of them got a respite," said Anatoly Kochnev as quoted by Sputnik. Kochnev is a researcher at Beringia national park and an expert in sea mammals. He said that the ice in coastal waters did not melt even in summer. This led to return of walruses. When there is no ice, polar bears cannot hunt for seals. Retention of ice has meant that seals reappeared and polar bear got their preferred food, Polar bears prefer to hunt seals than walruses. However, if ice recedes, polar bears are forced to hunt for seals. Polar bear is an endangered animal and cooling of Pacific Arctic region is surely is good sign.

Polar bears return to Pacific Arctic for first time in 20 years

<p>A video is doing the rounds online, appearing to show Superman and Wonder Woman 'solving' the Kashmir 'dispute'. It's not clear whether the animated clip is&nbsp;officially produced by DC, the comics home of Superman, whose official YouTube channel does not host the video. But the mention of Kashmir as 'disputed' has riled many social media users in India.</p>

<p>Jammu and Kashmir is an inseparable part of India.</p>

<p>The clip purportedly shows Superman and Wonder Woman, two of the most powerful heroes from the DC Comic Universe, destroying military equipment in 'disputed Kashmir'.</p>

<p>Media reports said the two heroes are destroying Indian military infrastructure. The voiceover in the clip can says that Superman and Wonder Woman destroy 'every piece of military equipment declaring 'an arms-free zone'. There is no apparent mention of India or Pakistan but Kashmir can be heard as being referred to as a 'disputed' territory.</p>

<p>And many netizens are not happy.</p>

<p>"Why are they so specific about Kashmir? First they refer to an imaginary place like m'gota, but the next moment they mention Kashmir. Its better to keep quiet about complex geopolitical affairs that they don't know anything about..." says a Twitter user.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Why are they so specific about Kashmir? First they refer to an imaginary place like m'gota, but the next moment they mention Kashmir. Its better to keep quiet about complex geopolitical affairs that they don't know anything about<br />
Btw, when did captain America become a woman ? 😱</p>
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<p>"USA (is) only strong in animation movie," says another.</p>

<p>Some Twitter users have poked fun at Superman and USA's war on terror in Afghanistan that met a disastrous end in August this year.</p>

<p>"How about Superman, Wonder Woman &amp; DC doing something about Afghanistan," reads a comment.</p>

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<p>"What a mess.. Superman couldn't save Afghanistan.. Went home defeated," reads another.</p>

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<p>Some comments say that Superman and Wonder Woman are seen destroying a specific type of fighter jet that neither India nor Pakistan possess.</p>


A video is doing the rounds online, appearing to show Superman and Wonder Woman 'solving' the Kashmir 'dispute'. It's not clear whether the animated clip is officially produced by DC, the comics home of Superman, whose official YouTube channel does not host the video.

A video is doing the rounds online, appearing to show Superman and Wonder Woman 'solving' the Kashmir 'dispute'. It's not clear whether the animated clip is officially produced by DC, the comics home of Superman, whose official YouTube channel does not host the video. But the mention of Kashmir as 'disputed' has riled many social media users in India. Jammu and Kashmir is an inseparable part of India. The clip purportedly shows Superman and Wonder Woman, two of the most powerful heroes from the DC Comic Universe, destroying military equipment in 'disputed Kashmir'. Media reports said the two heroes are destroying Indian military infrastructure. The voiceover in the clip can says that Superman and Wonder Woman destroy 'every piece of military equipment declaring 'an arms-free zone'. There is no apparent mention of India or Pakistan but Kashmir can be heard as being referred to as a 'disputed' territory. And many netizens are not happy. "Why are they so specific about Kashmir? First they refer to an imaginary place like m'gota, but the next moment they mention Kashmir. Its better to keep quiet about complex geopolitical affairs that they don't know anything about..." says a Twitter user. Why are they so specific about Kashmir? First they refer to an imaginary place like m'gota, but the next moment they mention Kashmir. Its better to keep quiet about complex geopolitical affairs that they don't know anything about Btw, when did captain America become a woman ? 😱 — अजातशत्रु (@Ayushless) October 18, 2021 × "USA (is) only strong in animation movie," says another. Some Twitter users have poked fun at Superman and USA's war on terror in Afghanistan that met a disastrous end in August this year. "How about Superman, Wonder Woman & DC doing something about Afghanistan," reads a comment. How about superman, Wonderwoman & DC doing something about Afghanistan — Mukesh राणे (@Rane4MVP) October 18, 2021 × "What a mess.. Superman couldn't save Afghanistan.. Went home defeated," reads another. What a mess.. Superman couldn't save afganistan.. Went home defeated.#afghanistancrisis — India Aces Always (@IndiaAcesalways) October 19, 2021 × Some comments say that Superman and Wonder Woman are seen destroying a specific type of fighter jet that neither India nor Pakistan possess.

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