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Hezbollah Pager Explosion: Gold Apollo, the Taiwanese company whose pagers reportedly exploded in Lebanon, killing nine alleged Hezbollah fighters while injuring over 3,000, has claimed that it didn't make the devices, albeit had only licensed its name.&nbsp;

Company’s founder Hsu Ching-Kuang told reporters that the pagers used in detonations were made by a company in Europe that has the right to use the Taiwanese firm’s brand.

"The product was not ours. It was only that it had our brand on it," said Hsu.&nbsp;

Hsu added that his company Apollo was also a victim of the incident.

"We may not be a large company but we are a responsible one," he said. "This is very embarrassing."

The company in a&nbsp;statement released stated that the AR-924 model was produced and sold by&nbsp;Budapest-based BAC Consulting KFT BAC.

"We only provide brand trademark authorisation and have no involvement in the design or manufacturing of this product," the statement said.

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Images of destroyed pagers&nbsp;showed a format and stickers on the back that were consistent with pagers made by Gold Apollo. A senior Lebanese officer told Reuters that Hezbollah had ordered 5,000 pagers from the Taiwan-based company.&nbsp;

Reports indicate that the explosive material was implanted next to the battery with a switch that could be triggered remotely to detonate.&nbsp;

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<h2>Biggest security breach</h2>

According to the militant outfit, it was one of&nbsp;the&nbsp;biggest ‘security breaches’ the group has faced since the Israel-Hamas war broke out. It also claimed that Tel Aviv was behind the attack.&nbsp;

Hezbollah in a statement said the group was&nbsp;still conducting a "wide-ranging security and scientific investigation to determine" the cause of the blasts.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/dozens-of-hezbollah-fighters-injured-after-israel-explodes-their-communication-devices-759520">Also read |&nbsp;Nine Hezbollah fighters dead; 2,750 injured as ‘Israel explodes’ their communication devices</a>

Meanwhile, Hamas, currently&nbsp;waging a war with Israel in the Gaza Strip said&nbsp;the pager blasts were an "escalation" that would only lead Israel to "failure and defeat". Iran-backed Hezbollah has been supporting Hamas throughout the war and has vowed to take action.&nbsp;

"Israel will certainly receive its just punishment for this sinful aggression," Hezbollah said.&nbsp;

Iranian state media IRNA reported that Iran’s ambassador to Lebanon, Mojtaba Amani, was also injured in the explosions. Amani has a superficial injury and is currently under observation in the hospital,

(With inputs from agencies)

Hezbollah Pager Explosion: Gold Apollo, the Taiwanese company whose pagers reportedly exploded in Lebanon, killing nine alleged Hezbollah fighters while injuring over 3,000, has claimed that it didn't make the devices, albeit had only licensed its name.

Hezbollah Pager Explosion: Gold Apollo, the Taiwanese company whose pagers reportedly exploded in Lebanon, killing nine alleged Hezbollah fighters while injuring over 3,000, has claimed that it didn't make the devices, albeit had only licensed its name. Company’s founder Hsu Ching-Kuang told reporters that the pagers used in detonations were made by a company in Europe that has the right to use the Taiwanese firm’s brand. "The product was not ours. It was only that it had our brand on it," said Hsu. Hsu added that his company Apollo was also a victim of the incident. "We may not be a large company but we are a responsible one," he said. "This is very embarrassing." The company in a statement released stated that the AR-924 model was produced and sold by Budapest-based BAC Consulting KFT BAC. "We only provide brand trademark authorisation and have no involvement in the design or manufacturing of this product," the statement said. Watch | Israel's pager blasts: Hezbollah vows to punish Israel after blasts × Images of destroyed pagers showed a format and stickers on the back that were consistent with pagers made by Gold Apollo. A senior Lebanese officer told Reuters that Hezbollah had ordered 5,000 pagers from the Taiwan-based company. Reports indicate that the explosive material was implanted next to the battery with a switch that could be triggered remotely to detonate. . Biggest security breach According to the militant outfit, it was one of the biggest ‘security breaches’ the group has faced since the Israel-Hamas war broke out. It also claimed that Tel Aviv was behind the attack. Hezbollah in a statement said the group was still conducting a "wide-ranging security and scientific investigation to determine" the cause of the blasts. Also read | Nine Hezbollah fighters dead; 2,750 injured as ‘Israel explodes’ their communication devices Meanwhile, Hamas, currently waging a war with Israel in the Gaza Strip said the pager blasts were an "escalation" that would only lead Israel to "failure and defeat". Iran-backed Hezbollah has been supporting Hamas throughout the war and has vowed to take action. "Israel will certainly receive its just punishment for this sinful aggression," Hezbollah said. Iranian state media IRNA reported that Iran’s ambassador to Lebanon, Mojtaba Amani, was also injured in the explosions. Amani has a superficial injury and is currently under observation in the hospital, (With inputs from agencies)

Hezbollah Pager Explosion: Taiwanese company whose pagers exploded in Lebanon denies manufacturing them

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The US Justice Department filed a lawsuit on Wednesday seeking more than $100 million from the Singapore owner and operator of a cargo ship that destroyed a Baltimore bridge.

The 1,000-foot (300-metre) M/V Dali collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge on March 26, killing six road workers and blocking the busy shipping channel.

The civil suit against Grace Ocean Private and Synergy Marine Private was filed in the US District Court for the District of Maryland.

"The Justice Department is committed to ensuring accountability for those responsible for the destruction of the Francis Scott Key Bridge," Attorney General Merrick Garland said in a statement.

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"With this civil claim, the Justice Department is working to ensure that the costs of clearing the channel and reopening the Port of Baltimore are borne by the companies that caused the crash, not by the American taxpayer."

The Justice Department said the suit is aimed at recovering more than $100 million in costs incurred in responding to the disaster and for removing tons of bridge debris.

The Dali lost power while leaving the port of Baltimore for Sri Lanka and struck the bridge.

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Principal Deputy Associate Attorney General Benjamin Mizer said the owner and operator of the Dali were "well aware of vibration issues on the vessel that could cause a power outage.

"But instead of taking necessary precautions, they did the opposite.

"Out of negligence, mismanagement, and, at times, a desire to cut costs, they configured the ship's electrical and mechanical systems in a way that prevented those systems from being able to quickly restore propulsion and steering after a power outage," Mizer said.

"As a result, when the Dali lost power, a cascading set of failures led to disaster."

The Justice Department suit comes after Grace Ocean and Synergy Marine filed a legal action of their own earlier this year seeking to limit their liability to $44 million.

The Justice Department lawsuit does not seek damages for the eventual costs of rebuilding the bridge. That is expected to be the subject of a separate claim from the state of Maryland.

The families of the six road workers who lost their lives are also pursuing legal claims of their own.

The Fort McHenry channel leading to the port of Baltimore, a key hub for the auto industry, reopened to commercial navigation on June 10.

Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION&nbsp;audience.

The US Justice Department filed a lawsuit on Wednesday seeking more than $100 million from the Singapore owner and operator of a cargo ship that destroyed a Baltimore bridge.

The US Justice Department filed a lawsuit on Wednesday seeking more than $100 million from the Singapore owner and operator of a cargo ship that destroyed a Baltimore bridge. The 1,000-foot (300-metre) M/V Dali collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge on March 26, killing six road workers and blocking the busy shipping channel. The civil suit against Grace Ocean Private and Synergy Marine Private was filed in the US District Court for the District of Maryland. "The Justice Department is committed to ensuring accountability for those responsible for the destruction of the Francis Scott Key Bridge," Attorney General Merrick Garland said in a statement. Also read: Baltimore bridge collapse: Eight Indian crew members of cargo ship that crashed into bridge leave for India "With this civil claim, the Justice Department is working to ensure that the costs of clearing the channel and reopening the Port of Baltimore are borne by the companies that caused the crash, not by the American taxpayer." The Justice Department said the suit is aimed at recovering more than $100 million in costs incurred in responding to the disaster and for removing tons of bridge debris. The Dali lost power while leaving the port of Baltimore for Sri Lanka and struck the bridge. Watch | Collapsed Baltimore bridge blown up in controlled blast: Watch × Principal Deputy Associate Attorney General Benjamin Mizer said the owner and operator of the Dali were "well aware of vibration issues on the vessel that could cause a power outage. "But instead of taking necessary precautions, they did the opposite. "Out of negligence, mismanagement, and, at times, a desire to cut costs, they configured the ship's electrical and mechanical systems in a way that prevented those systems from being able to quickly restore propulsion and steering after a power outage," Mizer said. "As a result, when the Dali lost power, a cascading set of failures led to disaster." The Justice Department suit comes after Grace Ocean and Synergy Marine filed a legal action of their own earlier this year seeking to limit their liability to $44 million. The Justice Department lawsuit does not seek damages for the eventual costs of rebuilding the bridge. That is expected to be the subject of a separate claim from the state of Maryland. The families of the six road workers who lost their lives are also pursuing legal claims of their own. The Fort McHenry channel leading to the port of Baltimore, a key hub for the auto industry, reopened to commercial navigation on June 10. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

US files $100 mn lawsuit against owner of ship that destroyed Baltimore's key bridge

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A former marine operator who worked for the company behind the Titan submersible that reportedly imploded&nbsp;last year, killing five people, told officials involved in an inquiry led by the United States Coast Guard&nbsp;that he believed such an incident was "inevitable" as the firm "bypassed" all standard rules.

David Lochridge, the former operations director for OceanGate, testified to US Coast Guard investigators that he had warned of a potential safety probe, but was ignored.&nbsp;

<h2>Titan submersible implosion</h2>

In June 2023, five people on board the Titan sub, died, when the experimental deep-sea craft imploded during an expedition to view the wreck of the Titanic. &nbsp;

The investigation has been going on for 15 months. The public hearings began on Monday as part of a two-week inquiry by the US Coast Guard into the disaster.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/titan-sub-hearing-former-oceangate-employee-reveals-troubling-red-flags-759568">Also read:&nbsp;Titan sub hearing: Former OceanGate employee reveals troubling 'red flags'</a>

Lochridge was fired from OceanGate in 2018 and sued by the company for revealing confidential information to regulators. The company also accused Lochridge of refusing to listen to assurances from a lead engineer on the matter.

According to&nbsp;court documents, Lochridge had major concerns with the Titan's design, including the fact that it was made from carbon fibre, and warned that the material would sustain&nbsp;damage with every dive.&nbsp;

Watch |&nbsp;'Titan' submersible overshadows the death of migrants

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Earlier on Tuesday, he told US Coast Guard investigators the "whole idea" of OceanGate was "to make money".

"There was very little in the way of science," he added.

<h2>Accused company and its CEO of 'arrogance'</h2>

Lochridge also accused the company and its CEO of "arrogance", further saying that they refused to work with experts at the University of Washington to develop the Titan submersible and opted to do all the engineering in-house.

"They think they could do this on their own without proper engineering support," he said.

(With inputs from agencies)

A former marine operator who worked for the company behind the Titan submersible that reportedly imploded last year, killing five people, told officials involved in an inquiry led by the United States Coast Guard that he believed such an incident was "inevitable" as the firm "bypassed" all standard rules.

A former marine operator who worked for the company behind the Titan submersible that reportedly imploded last year, killing five people, told officials involved in an inquiry led by the United States Coast Guard that he believed such an incident was "inevitable" as the firm "bypassed" all standard rules. David Lochridge, the former operations director for OceanGate, testified to US Coast Guard investigators that he had warned of a potential safety probe, but was ignored. Titan submersible implosion In June 2023, five people on board the Titan sub, died, when the experimental deep-sea craft imploded during an expedition to view the wreck of the Titanic. The investigation has been going on for 15 months. The public hearings began on Monday as part of a two-week inquiry by the US Coast Guard into the disaster. Also read: Titan sub hearing: Former OceanGate employee reveals troubling 'red flags' Lochridge was fired from OceanGate in 2018 and sued by the company for revealing confidential information to regulators. The company also accused Lochridge of refusing to listen to assurances from a lead engineer on the matter. According to court documents, Lochridge had major concerns with the Titan's design, including the fact that it was made from carbon fibre, and warned that the material would sustain damage with every dive. Watch | 'Titan' submersible overshadows the death of migrants × Earlier on Tuesday, he told US Coast Guard investigators the "whole idea" of OceanGate was "to make money". "There was very little in the way of science," he added. Accused company and its CEO of 'arrogance' Lochridge also accused the company and its CEO of "arrogance", further saying that they refused to work with experts at the University of Washington to develop the Titan submersible and opted to do all the engineering in-house. "They think they could do this on their own without proper engineering support," he said. (With inputs from agencies)

Former OceanGate employee reveals Titan incident was 'inevitable'

Hezbollah sources have claimed that walkie-talkies have blown up at strongholds across Beirut, a day after similar explosions occurred in pagers being used by the fighters and medics linked to the militant organization.

Lebanon Pager Explosion: Walkie-Talkies Explode In Beirut, Fresh Blasts Reported

At least three people are killed in a fresh wave of explosions in walkie-talkies across Lebanon’s south and the southern suburbs of the capital Beirut. Watch in for more details!

BREAKING: After Pagers, Hand-held Radios Detonate Across Lebanon

BREAKING: Walkie Talkies Explosions in Hezbollah Stronghold, 3 Killed

After deadly pager explosions, now reports are emerging of a fresh wave of explosions in walkie-talkies across Lebanon’s south and the southern suburbs of the capital Beirut. Watch in for more details!

BREAKING: Thousands of Hezbollah Walkie-talkies Explode Across Lebanon

A day after pagers exploded in Lebanon, killing nine people, Hezbollah sources claimed that walkie-talkies have blown up at strongholds across Beirut. According to the media reports, "thousands of walkie-talkies" blew up, killing at least nine people and injuring 300 others. In other news, India’s major opposition political parties on Wednesday opposed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s "One Nation One Election" (ONOE) proposal. The proposal was approved by PM Modi-led Union Cabinet earlier in the day.&nbsp;

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Lebanon's official news agency is now reporting that home solar energy systems have exploded in several areas of Beirut.&nbsp;This surge in explosions follows a series of deadly blasts involving pagers and walkie-talkies&nbsp;used by Hezbollah.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's cabinet on Wednesday (Sep 18) approved the proposal for a 'One Nation One Election', in a step towards holding simultaneous polls for Lok Sabha and state assemblies.&nbsp;

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Virat Kohli and India head coach Gautam Gambhir engaged in a freewheeling chat ahead of Rohit Sharma and&nbsp;Co.'s first Test versus Bangladesh, starting on Thursday (Sep 19) in Chennai. During the chat, Kohli and Gambhir touched upon various topics and talked about how brilliantly India climbed up the ladder as a Test side in recent times, especially during the former's captaincy tenure (from 2015-2022).&nbsp;

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Sean “Diddy” Combs has been denied bail. The disgraced music mogul was indicted on charges of racketeering and sex trafficking.

A day after pagers exploded in Lebanon, killing nine people, Hezbollah sources claimed that walkie-talkies have blown up at strongholds across Beirut. According to the media reports, "thousands of walkie-talkies" blew up, killing at least nine people and injuring 300 others.

A day after pagers exploded in Lebanon, killing nine people, Hezbollah sources claimed that walkie-talkies have blown up at strongholds across Beirut. According to the media reports, "thousands of walkie-talkies" blew up, killing at least nine people and injuring 300 others. In other news, India’s major opposition political parties on Wednesday opposed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s "One Nation One Election" (ONOE) proposal. The proposal was approved by PM Modi-led Union Cabinet earlier in the day. Click on the headlines to read more: After pagers, walkie-talkie explosions rock Hezbollah in Lebanon, nine dead Hezbollah sources have claimed that walkie-talkies have blown up at strongholds across Beirut, a day after similar explosions occurred in pagers being used by the fighters and medics linked to the militant organisation. ‘Attempt to divert attention,’ India’s Opposition parties reject Modi’s One Nation One Election plan India’s major opposition political parties have opposed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s "One Nation One Election" (ONOE) proposal, calling it non-practical and non-pragmatic. The proposal was green-lighted by PM Modi-led Union Cabinet on Wednesday (Sep 18). The chief of Congress, India’s principal opposition party, termed the move "an attempt to divert the attention of the public". Panic, chaos as home security, solar energy systems explode in Lebanon after pagers, walkie-talkies Lebanon's official news agency is now reporting that home solar energy systems have exploded in several areas of Beirut. This surge in explosions follows a series of deadly blasts involving pagers and walkie-talkies used by Hezbollah. Israel-Hamas war: 215 of 649 pages are just children; Gaza health ministry releases names of victims Gaza health ministry has identified over 34,000 Palestinians that have been killed in the almost one-year-long, ongoing war between Hamas and Israel. It has published a 649-page exhaustive list of the victims. First Mpox case confirmed in Kerala man who arrived from UAE A 38-year-old man who landed in Kerala from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) last week, was diagnosed with Mpox on Wednesday. The youth was admitted to the government medical college hospital in Kerala's Malappuram's Manjeri on Monday after he had symptoms of the disease. Trump meeting Modi: Donald Trump says will meet 'fantastic' Indian PM Narendra Modi next week Donald Trump at a campaign event on Tuesday (Sep 17) said that he will meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra next week. However, the former US President did not reveal details of where the two leaders would meet. Republicans in US Senate block passage of bill that would've guaranteed access to IVF A bill that sought to enshrine the right for American couples to avail of IVF treatments was blocked by Republicans in the US Senate on Tuesday (Sep 17). This comes just days after Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump surprised voters by voicing his support for the procedure. PM Narendra Modi's cabinet approves One Nation One Election Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's cabinet on Wednesday (Sep 18) approved the proposal for a 'One Nation One Election', in a step towards holding simultaneous polls for Lok Sabha and state assemblies. That is what made you...: Gambhir HAILS Virat Kohli for transforming India's Test team after succeeding Dhoni Virat Kohli and India head coach Gautam Gambhir engaged in a freewheeling chat ahead of Rohit Sharma and Co.'s first Test versus Bangladesh, starting on Thursday (Sep 19) in Chennai. During the chat, Kohli and Gambhir touched upon various topics and talked about how brilliantly India climbed up the ladder as a Test side in recent times, especially during the former's captaincy tenure (from 2015-2022). Sean 'Diddy' Combs denied bail in sex trafficking case Sean “Diddy” Combs has been denied bail. The disgraced music mogul was indicted on charges of racketeering and sex trafficking.

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Denmark's Minister for Industry, Business and Financial Affairs, Morten Bødskov who is on an India visit has said that he sees India as a "partner" in "green future" with his country bringing the clean technology and India the scale. Speaking to WION, he said, "you'll see more collaboration between Denmark and Indian companies, we see more private to private collaboration...investing together in a more green future, especially when it comes to tackling climate change, finding ways towards a stronger green way of living, sustainable way of living."

The minister participated at the Re Invest 2024 conference in Gandhinagar, which is the biggest meeting on non renewable energy in India. Bødskov also met with Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar, water and shipping minister to discuss new opportunities, with focus on deepening economic and technological ties. During the talks his focus was also on green shipping.

The minister explained that India and Denmark can work together to fight the issue of climate change. He said, "We share the same values, the need to tackle climate change, we share many of the same views on bringing technology, scale together, and that's where we can make a difference."

There's a significant presence of Danish companies in India, with nearly 200 Danish firms active in the world's 5th largest economy, contributing to job creation and promoting Danish green technologies. "The Green strategic partnership is the new framework for many of the India Denmark activities that Danish companies are doing in India now. So my visit is &nbsp;part of bringing our relationship into a new level here in India,"&nbsp;the minister said.&nbsp;

Denmark's Minister for Industry, Business and Financial Affairs, Morten Bødskov who is on an India visit has said that he sees India as a "partner" in "green future" with his country bringing the clean technology and India the scale.

Denmark's Minister for Industry, Business and Financial Affairs, Morten Bødskov who is on an India visit has said that he sees India as a "partner" in "green future" with his country bringing the clean technology and India the scale. Speaking to WION, he said, "you'll see more collaboration between Denmark and Indian companies, we see more private to private collaboration...investing together in a more green future, especially when it comes to tackling climate change, finding ways towards a stronger green way of living, sustainable way of living." The minister participated at the Re Invest 2024 conference in Gandhinagar, which is the biggest meeting on non renewable energy in India. Bødskov also met with Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar, water and shipping minister to discuss new opportunities, with focus on deepening economic and technological ties. During the talks his focus was also on green shipping. The minister explained that India and Denmark can work together to fight the issue of climate change. He said, "We share the same values, the need to tackle climate change, we share many of the same views on bringing technology, scale together, and that's where we can make a difference." There's a significant presence of Danish companies in India, with nearly 200 Danish firms active in the world's 5th largest economy, contributing to job creation and promoting Danish green technologies. "The Green strategic partnership is the new framework for many of the India Denmark activities that Danish companies are doing in India now. So my visit is part of bringing our relationship into a new level here in India," the minister said.

Denmark's Industry minister sees India as a partner in 'green future'

With just 10 days until Japan’s ruling party elects a new leader—and prime minister—the race remains too close to call. Frontrunners include Shigeru Ishiba, a security expert, Shinjiro Koizumi, the youthful son of a former prime minister, and Sanae Takaichi, an ultra-conservative minister recently favored in a new poll. Explore the key candidates and what this election could mean for Japan's future.

Japan elections: Ruling party to elect Kishida's successor on September 27

A bill that sought to enshrine the right for American couples to avail of IVF treatments was blocked by Republicans in the US Senate on Tuesday (Sep 17). This comes just days after Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump surprised voters by voicing his support for the procedure.

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The bill was sponsored by Senator Tammy Duckworth, a Democrat, and needed 60 votes to clear the House. However, it failed 51-44, with most Republicans voting against it.

This was the second time that Democrats attempted to push this bill. The first time in late February&nbsp;the Alabama Supreme Court ruled that embryos used in IVF or In Vitro Fertilisation should be considered children and have rights.&nbsp;

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Slamming the Republicans, Duckworth after the vote on Tuesday said: "Republicans only seem to care about protecting life when it supposedly consists of some cells in a medical lab freezer."

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"The freedom to get reproductive care is at risk for millions of other women whose most desperate hope in the world is to have a little one of their own," said the Senator who had her two daughters via IVF treatments.

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In August, Donald Trump said that if elected, he would require the government or insurance companies to pay for IVF.

(With inputs from agencies)

A bill that sought to enshrine the right for American couples to avail of IVF treatments was blocked by Republicans in the US Senate on Tuesday (Sep 17). This comes just days after Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump surprised voters by voicing his support for the procedure.

A bill that sought to enshrine the right for American couples to avail of IVF treatments was blocked by Republicans in the US Senate on Tuesday (Sep 17). This comes just days after Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump surprised voters by voicing his support for the procedure. Votes for and against The bill was sponsored by Senator Tammy Duckworth, a Democrat, and needed 60 votes to clear the House. However, it failed 51-44, with most Republicans voting against it. This was the second time that Democrats attempted to push this bill. The first time in late February the Alabama Supreme Court ruled that embryos used in IVF or In Vitro Fertilisation should be considered children and have rights. Democrat sponsor slams Republicans Slamming the Republicans, Duckworth after the vote on Tuesday said: "Republicans only seem to care about protecting life when it supposedly consists of some cells in a medical lab freezer." Also read | 'Only consequential presidents get shot at,' boasts Trump after second assassination attempt "The freedom to get reproductive care is at risk for millions of other women whose most desperate hope in the world is to have a little one of their own," said the Senator who had her two daughters via IVF treatments. What did Trump say about IVF? In August, Donald Trump said that if elected, he would require the government or insurance companies to pay for IVF. (With inputs from agencies)

Republicans in US Senate block passage of bill that would've guaranteed access to IVF

Militant group Hezbollah promised to retaliate against Israel after accusing it of detonating pagers across Lebanon on Tuesday, killing nine people and wounding nearly 3,000 others including fighters and Iran's envoy to Beirut.

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If you love the American sitcom friends, then here is some good news for you, items from the iconic show is up for auction.

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In a daring and audacious operation Ukrainian drones have struck a major Russian military Arsenal deep inside Russian territory. The attack which occurred overnight resulted in a massive explosion and significant damage to the facility. Watch in for more details!

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Sri Lanka is all set to go to polls on the 21st of September, with just three days to go candidates are putting their best foot forward. This will be a crucial election for Sri Lanka. Watch to know more.

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'Family values' bill is adopted despite being denounced by the president, rights groups and the European Union. Watch to know more.

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For the first time in a decade, seven districts of Jammu and Kashmir, situated on both sides of the Pir Panjal mountain range, will participate in an Assembly election. Phase 1 polling in the Union Territory is scheduled for September 18, 2024.

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Iran has accused Israel of committing "mass murder" following a series of pager explosions across Lebanon, killing 12 and injuring nearly 3,000 Hezbollah members. Watch in for more details!

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Microsoft has traced a fake hit-and-run video involving Vice President Kamala Harris back to a Russian troll farm. The disinformation campaign highlights the ongoing efforts to manipulate public opinion using fabricated content. Learn more about the investigation and its implications.

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