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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:14,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1703}">Anne Frank's statue in Netherlands' Amsterdam has been defaced with pro-Palestinian graffiti. Anne Frank, a German born Jewish girl killed by Nazis during the World War II, is known for her account of hiding from the Nazi occupiers.</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:67,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1756}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:67,&quot;w&quot;:160,&quot;h&quot;:24,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1756}">Statue defaced</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:111,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:51,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1800}">As per images being widely shared on Elon Musk's social media platform X (formerly Twitter) show that Anne Frank's statue has been spray-painted with the slogan "Free Gaza". Additionally, using a red spray-paint, desecrators painted the statue's hands red, apparently to signify blood.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:177,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1866}">The local police, as per an AFP report, have opened an investigation into the latest incident of defacement, which happened sometime during Saturday night and Sunday morning. A suspect is yet to be identified.</p>

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:275,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1964}">AFP reports that this is the second time that the statue of Anne Frank — one of the world's most recognisable victims of the Holocaust — has been targeted by the pro-Palestine movement.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:324,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2013}">Previously, it was vandalized on July 9, following which the Amsterdam municipality called for increased protection of the site with video surveillance cameras and nighttime lighting.</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:377,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2066}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:377,&quot;w&quot;:216,&quot;h&quot;:24,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2066}">Who is Anne Frank?</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:421,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:51,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2110}">Anne Frank, who's an icon of the Dutch Jewish community, died aged 16 in a Nazi concentration camp in 1945. Her diary is one of the most influential accounts of the Holocaust, in which tens of thousands of the country's 140,000 Jewish population were wiped by the Nazi German occupation.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:421,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:51,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2110}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mount-etna-erupts-puts-on-spectacular-lava-fountain-display-over-sicily-watch-747071">Mount Etna erupts, puts on spectacular ‘lava fountain’ display over Sicily. Watch!</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:487,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2176}">The statue that has been defaced is located in Merwedeplein, near the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam — now a museum dedicated to her story.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:536,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2225}">Frank, along with her family, took refuge at this house for two years before being captured by the Nazis in 1944. After being captured, the family was sent to the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:585,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2274}"><em bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:585,&quot;w&quot;:182,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2274}">(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Anne Frank's statue in Netherlands' Amsterdam has been defaced with pro-Palestinian graffiti. Anne Frank, a German born Jewish girl killed by Nazis during the World War II, is known for her account of hiding from the Nazi occupiers.

Anne Frank's statue in Netherlands' Amsterdam has been defaced with pro-Palestinian graffiti. Anne Frank, a German born Jewish girl killed by Nazis during the World War II, is known for her account of hiding from the Nazi occupiers. Statue defaced As per images being widely shared on Elon Musk's social media platform X (formerly Twitter) show that Anne Frank's statue has been spray-painted with the slogan "Free Gaza". Additionally, using a red spray-paint, desecrators painted the statue's hands red, apparently to signify blood. The local police, as per an AFP report, have opened an investigation into the latest incident of defacement, which happened sometime during Saturday night and Sunday morning. A suspect is yet to be identified. Also read | Russia-Ukraine war: Kyiv orders mandatory evacuation of children from Donetsk over 'enemy bombing' concerns AFP reports that this is the second time that the statue of Anne Frank — one of the world's most recognisable victims of the Holocaust — has been targeted by the pro-Palestine movement. Previously, it was vandalized on July 9, following which the Amsterdam municipality called for increased protection of the site with video surveillance cameras and nighttime lighting. Who is Anne Frank? Anne Frank, who's an icon of the Dutch Jewish community, died aged 16 in a Nazi concentration camp in 1945. Her diary is one of the most influential accounts of the Holocaust, in which tens of thousands of the country's 140,000 Jewish population were wiped by the Nazi German occupation. Also read | Mount Etna erupts, puts on spectacular ‘lava fountain’ display over Sicily. Watch! The statue that has been defaced is located in Merwedeplein, near the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam — now a museum dedicated to her story. Frank, along with her family, took refuge at this house for two years before being captured by the Nazis in 1944. After being captured, the family was sent to the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:14,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1854}">Ukraine on Sunday (August 4) announced the mandatory evacuation of children and their guardians from its Donetsk region. An announcement of the evacuation order said that "the enemy" was bombing every day.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:64,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1904}">Russia, in recent days, has been claiming advances in the region, reports AFP news agency.</p>

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:211,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:51,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2051}">The Donetsk governor revealed that 744 children and their families had to be relocated to four regions of Ukraine. He said that he has instructed "that only armoured vehicles be involved in the process of evacuating children, as the enemy is actively using first person view drones in these communities."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:277,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2117}">"We must make every effort to protect our children," he Filashkin.</p>

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<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:394,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2234}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:394,&quot;w&quot;:212,&quot;h&quot;:24,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2234}">Novoselivka Persha liberated, claims Russia&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:437,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2277}">This announcement comes just hours after Russia announced that its forces have "liberated the settlement of Novoselivka Persha" area in Eastern Ukraine's Donetsk region.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:487,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2327}">In recent weeks, Russia has claimed to have taken a string of villages in the Donetsk region, — many consisting of just a few streets.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:536,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2376}">Russia claimed to have annexed the Donetsk region, along with three others in eastern and southern Ukraine, in 2022. However, the warring nation does&nbsp;not have full control over any of them.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:585,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2425}"><em bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:585,&quot;w&quot;:182,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2425}">(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Ukraine on Sunday (August 4) announced the mandatory evacuation of children and their guardians from its Donetsk region. An announcement of the evacuation order said that "the enemy" was bombing every day.

Ukraine on Sunday (August 4) announced the mandatory evacuation of children and their guardians from its Donetsk region. An announcement of the evacuation order said that "the enemy" was bombing every day. Russia, in recent days, has been claiming advances in the region, reports AFP news agency. "The enemy is bombing the towns and villages of these communities every day, so it was decided to evacuate children with their parents or other legal representatives," said Donetsk governor Vadym Filashkin, listing towns and villages located in directions where warring Moscow claims it had gained ground. Also read | Kim Jong-Un counts Putin among North Korea's 'truest friends' after Russian leader's flood relief message The Donetsk governor revealed that 744 children and their families had to be relocated to four regions of Ukraine. He said that he has instructed "that only armoured vehicles be involved in the process of evacuating children, as the enemy is actively using first person view drones in these communities." "We must make every effort to protect our children," he Filashkin. Filashkin has been advising civilians in the area to evacuate due to increased deadly Russian airstrikes in recent weeks, reports AFP. Also read | Mount Etna erupts, puts on spectacular 'lava fountain' display over Sicily. Watch! Novoselivka Persha liberated, claims Russia This announcement comes just hours after Russia announced that its forces have "liberated the settlement of Novoselivka Persha" area in Eastern Ukraine's Donetsk region. In recent weeks, Russia has claimed to have taken a string of villages in the Donetsk region, — many consisting of just a few streets. Russia claimed to have annexed the Donetsk region, along with three others in eastern and southern Ukraine, in 2022. However, the warring nation does not have full control over any of them. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:14,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:51,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1700}">Italy's Mount Etna put on a dramatic show early on Sunday (August 4), erupting with a breathtaking display of ash and smoke. The eruption, which occurred at dawn, saw a massive plume rise from the Voragine crater on the southeast side of Europe's tallest and most active volcano.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:81,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1767}">This latest burst of activity follows a four-year lull, with Etna showing renewed vigour this week, reports Reuters.</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:116,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1802}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:116,&quot;w&quot;:203,&quot;h&quot;:24,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1802}">Airport disruptions</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:160,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1846}">The recent eruption affected operations at Sicily's busiest airport, Catania.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:160,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1846}">Watch the dramatic eruption here:</p>

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:224,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:51,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1910}">In a statement, the airport said that "as a result of this morning's volcanic activity" it has reduced arrivals to six per hour and closed one section because of volcanic lava and smoke. Passengers were advised to check flight statuses with their airlines.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:290,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1976}">"Passengers are requested to check the status of their flight with the airline if necessary," said&nbsp;Catania, Italy's busiest airport.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:339,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2025}">Previously, last month, the airport had to suspend flights twice due to volcanic ash disrupting runways.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:339,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2025}"><strong>Also read&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tech-giants-google-netflix-openai-to-organise-high-stakes-fundraiser-for-kamala-harris-report-747020">Tech giants Google, Netflix, OpenAI to organise high-stakes fundraiser for Kamala Harris: Report</a></strong></p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:375,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2061}">'Lava fountain'</h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:419,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:51,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2105}">Mount Etna, towering at 3,330 metres (nearly 11,000 feet), is not only Europe's highest volcano but also boasts the longest history of eruptions, dating back to 425 BC. Etna, with its frequent eruptions over the past 500,000 years, continues to be a major geological force.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:485,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2171}">Italy's National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology reported that a "lava fountain" erupted from Etna, with a "volcanic cloud" drifting towards the east and southeast.&nbsp;</p>

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Italy's Mount Etna put on a dramatic show early on Sunday (August 4), erupting with a breathtaking display of ash and smoke. The eruption, which occurred at dawn, saw a massive plume rise from the Voragine crater on the southeast side of Europe's tallest and most active volcano.

Italy's Mount Etna put on a dramatic show early on Sunday (August 4), erupting with a breathtaking display of ash and smoke. The eruption, which occurred at dawn, saw a massive plume rise from the Voragine crater on the southeast side of Europe's tallest and most active volcano. This latest burst of activity follows a four-year lull, with Etna showing renewed vigour this week, reports Reuters. Airport disruptions The recent eruption affected operations at Sicily's busiest airport, Catania. Watch the dramatic eruption here: In Italy this morning there was another eruption of Mount Etna#Italy 🇮🇹 (4 Agust,2024#volcano #Gunung #Volcan #rcm https://t.co/o2kmqjPFYB pic.twitter.com/liStrvBcwB — Weather monitor (@Weathermonitors) August 4, 2024 × Also read | Fake medicines plague Africa: Alarming study finds one in five medicines substandard or fake In a statement, the airport said that "as a result of this morning's volcanic activity" it has reduced arrivals to six per hour and closed one section because of volcanic lava and smoke. Passengers were advised to check flight statuses with their airlines. "Passengers are requested to check the status of their flight with the airline if necessary," said Catania, Italy's busiest airport. Previously, last month, the airport had to suspend flights twice due to volcanic ash disrupting runways. Also read | Tech giants Google, Netflix, OpenAI to organise high-stakes fundraiser for Kamala Harris: Report 'Lava fountain' Mount Etna, towering at 3,330 metres (nearly 11,000 feet), is not only Europe's highest volcano but also boasts the longest history of eruptions, dating back to 425 BC. Etna, with its frequent eruptions over the past 500,000 years, continues to be a major geological force. Italy's National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology reported that a "lava fountain" erupted from Etna, with a "volcanic cloud" drifting towards the east and southeast. (With inputs from agencies)

Mount Etna erupts, puts on spectacular ‘lava fountain’ display over Sicily. Watch!

Mount Etna in Sicily has roared back into spectacular volcanic action, sending up plumes of ash and spewing lava. Watch in for more details!

Mount Etna volcano roars into action with ash and lava

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<p>A five-year-old boy was killed and another child was injured&nbsp;after strong winds lifted a bouncy castle into the air in the US state of Maryland. A report by BBC said that the incident occurred on Friday (Aug 2).</p>

<p>A few children were playing&nbsp;outside the Regency Furniture Stadium in Waldorf when the bouncy castle&nbsp;lifted 15 to 20 feet and landed inside the stadium&nbsp;where a baseball game was being played.</p>

<h2><strong>Emergency services called</strong></h2>

<p>Citing Charles County authorities, the report said that some children fell to the ground before the bouncy castle landed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Emergency services were called and the two children were&nbsp;flown to Children's National Hospital in Washington DC by Maryland State Police, Sky News reported.</p>

<p>The five-year-old boy, who was a resident of La Plata town in Maryland, was pronounced dead. The second child was wounded but did not suffer any life-threatening injuries.</p>

<p>Witnesses told Sky News that the castle&nbsp;was secured by stakes hammered into the ground.</p>

<h2><strong>'...began caring for patients within minutes'</strong></h2>

<p>In a statement,&nbsp;the local government area of Charles County said that emergency&nbsp;services who were already at the stadium for the game along with trainers from the baseball team and other volunteers&nbsp;began caring for patients within minutes after the bouncy castle took off.</p>

<p>According to weather reports,&nbsp;strong to severe stormy conditions were anticipated for Friday afternoon and evening.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A five-year-old boy was killed and another child was injured after strong winds lifted a bouncy castle into the air in the US state of Maryland. A report by BBC said that the incident occurred on Friday (Aug 2).

A five-year-old boy was killed and another child was injured after strong winds lifted a bouncy castle into the air in the US state of Maryland. A report by BBC said that the incident occurred on Friday (Aug 2). A few children were playing outside the Regency Furniture Stadium in Waldorf when the bouncy castle lifted 15 to 20 feet and landed inside the stadium where a baseball game was being played. Emergency services called Citing Charles County authorities, the report said that some children fell to the ground before the bouncy castle landed. Emergency services were called and the two children were flown to Children's National Hospital in Washington DC by Maryland State Police, Sky News reported. The five-year-old boy, who was a resident of La Plata town in Maryland, was pronounced dead. The second child was wounded but did not suffer any life-threatening injuries. Witnesses told Sky News that the castle was secured by stakes hammered into the ground. '...began caring for patients within minutes' In a statement, the local government area of Charles County said that emergency services who were already at the stadium for the game along with trainers from the baseball team and other volunteers began caring for patients within minutes after the bouncy castle took off. According to weather reports, strong to severe stormy conditions were anticipated for Friday afternoon and evening. (With inputs from agencies)

US boy dies after strong winds lift a bouncy castle into air

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:15,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1852}">Alarmingly, a fifth of medicines in Africa could be substandard or fake, revealed a major research project. The research by researchers from Bahir Dar University in Ethiopia has raised significant concerns over a problem that could potentially be contributing to numerous preventable deaths.&nbsp;</p>

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:311,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2148}">Last year, the UN Office on Drugs and Crime estimated that falsified and substandard medicines could be responsible for up to 500,000 deaths annually in sub-Saharan Africa.&nbsp;</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:365,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2202}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:365,&quot;w&quot;:366,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2202}">What are substandard medicines?</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:409,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2246}">Substandard medicines are those that do not meet quality standards despite being authorised. Similarly, falsified medicines deliberately falsify their identity, composition, or source.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:459,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:69,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2296}">Citing a World Health Organization (WHO) spokesperson, The Guardian reports that antibiotics and antimalarial products are Africa's most commonly falsified medicines. These substandard or falsified antibiotics can contain incorrect dosages or wrong active ingredients, leading to ineffective treatments and the survival of resistant strains, thus fuelling antimicrobial resistance.</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:547,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2384}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:547,&quot;w&quot;:707,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2384}">Highest proportion of substandard medicines in&nbsp;Malawi&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:592,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2429}">The study found that Malawi had the highest proportion of substandard and falsified medicines.&nbsp;</p>

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:706,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:69,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2543}">"Pharma supply chains in many low- and middle-income countries are often complex, inefficient, and fragmented; the region relies heavily on a limited number of suppliers for essential medicines, and many countries face significant challenges in procuring products in time and effectively policing the quality of products in the market," she said.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:790,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2627}">The role of multiple middlemen in distributing products across the continent makes it easier for substandard or falsified medicines to infiltrate the supply chain, she added.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:840,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2677}">A previous WHO study estimated that one in 10 medical products in developing countries are substandard or falsified, with 42 per cent of such reports coming from Africa.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:890,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2727}">Martínez called for immediate action from governments, national authorities, regulators, and pharmaceutical companies to address the issue. She emphasised the need to strengthen supply chains by "enhancing infrastructure, improving logistics and implementing better surveillance-monitoring systems."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:957,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2794}">She said that pharmaceutical companies should promptly report any cases of substandard or falsified medical products to national health authorities and the WHO rapid alert system.</p>

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Alarmingly, a fifth of medicines in Africa could be substandard or fake, revealed a major research project. The research by researchers from Bahir Dar University in Ethiopia has raised significant concerns over a problem that could potentially be contributing to numerous preventable deaths.

Alarmingly, a fifth of medicines in Africa could be substandard or fake, revealed a major research project. The research by researchers from Bahir Dar University in Ethiopia has raised significant concerns over a problem that could potentially be contributing to numerous preventable deaths. The researchers reviewed 27 studies and found that out of 7,508 medicine samples, 1,639 failed at least one quality test, which confirms them as substandard or falsified. Public health concern Claudia Martínez, the head of research at the Access to Medicine Foundation, an Amsterdam-based non-profit group, described the findings as a major public health concern, reports The Guardian. "If patients are getting medicines that are substandard or outright fake, it can result in their treatment failing or even preventable deaths," she said. Also read | Pervs masturbating in the open in New York City up by 51%: Report Last year, the UN Office on Drugs and Crime estimated that falsified and substandard medicines could be responsible for up to 500,000 deaths annually in sub-Saharan Africa. What are substandard medicines? Substandard medicines are those that do not meet quality standards despite being authorised. Similarly, falsified medicines deliberately falsify their identity, composition, or source. Citing a World Health Organization (WHO) spokesperson, The Guardian reports that antibiotics and antimalarial products are Africa's most commonly falsified medicines. These substandard or falsified antibiotics can contain incorrect dosages or wrong active ingredients, leading to ineffective treatments and the survival of resistant strains, thus fuelling antimicrobial resistance. Highest proportion of substandard medicines in Malawi The study found that Malawi had the highest proportion of substandard and falsified medicines. Martínez pointed out several factors contributing to the problem, including complex, inefficient, and fragmented pharma supply chains. Also read | Kamala Harris’ husband Doug Emhoff admits to cheating during first marriage "Pharma supply chains in many low- and middle-income countries are often complex, inefficient, and fragmented; the region relies heavily on a limited number of suppliers for essential medicines, and many countries face significant challenges in procuring products in time and effectively policing the quality of products in the market," she said. The role of multiple middlemen in distributing products across the continent makes it easier for substandard or falsified medicines to infiltrate the supply chain, she added. A previous WHO study estimated that one in 10 medical products in developing countries are substandard or falsified, with 42 per cent of such reports coming from Africa. Martínez called for immediate action from governments, national authorities, regulators, and pharmaceutical companies to address the issue. She emphasised the need to strengthen supply chains by "enhancing infrastructure, improving logistics and implementing better surveillance-monitoring systems." She said that pharmaceutical companies should promptly report any cases of substandard or falsified medical products to national health authorities and the WHO rapid alert system. "There is also a lot that pharma companies can do by reporting any cases of substandard or falsified medical products to national health authorities and the WHO rapid alert system promptly and contributing to capacity building." (With inputs from agencies)

Fake medicines plague Africa: Alarming study finds one in five medicines substandard or fake

<p>Several countries around the world, including the United States (US), the United Kingdom (UK), Sweden, and Jordan, advised their citizens&nbsp;to leave Lebanon amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran-backed Lebanese militant group Hezbollah.</p>

<p>On Saturday (Aug 3), the embassies of the US and the UK in Lebanon urged their citizens to leave the Middle Eastern country immediately.</p>

<p>Sweden said that due to the escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, its foreign ministry&nbsp;decided to temporarily close its embassy in Beirut and withdraw diplomatic personnel.</p>

<h2><strong>'Leave Lebanon by whichever means possible'</strong></h2>

<p>Swedish Foreign Minister&nbsp;Tobias Billstrom urged all citizens&nbsp;in Lebanon to "leave the country by whichever means possible, while they still can."</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Jordan issued a notice urging citizens not to travel to Lebanon&nbsp;temporarily and requesting Jordanian citizens in Lebanon to evacuate promptly. The notice indicated that this recommendation is a precautionary measure in anticipation of potential changes in the regional situation.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Canada and France were also among the countries to issue similar advisories.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Fears of an escalation of hostilities that could engulf Lebanon are at their highest since Hezbollah started attacking Israel, a day after the Gaza war began on October 7 last year.</p>

<p>Most of the fighting (between Israel and Hezbollah) was contained in border areas. However, the killing of Hezbollah commander Fuad Shukr and Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh might escalate the conflict in West Asia.</p>

<h2><strong>Hezbollah vows to avenge&nbsp;Shukr's assassination</strong></h2>

<p>Hezbollah&nbsp;vowed to respond to Shukr’s assassination. On Sunday, the Iran-backed group launched dozens of rockets at the town of Beit Hillel in northern Israel. A report by BBC said that no deaths were reported and Israel&nbsp;responded by striking targets in southern Lebanon.</p>

<p>On Saturday, Iran said that <strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-expects-hezbollah-to-hit-deeper-inside-israel-after-commanders-killing-746877">it expected Hezbollah&nbsp;to hit deeper inside Israel </a></strong>and no longer be confined to military targets after Israel killed its commander Shukr.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;West Asia on boil as Hezbollah strikes Israel</strong></p>

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<p>Iran's UN mission said&nbsp;that Hezbollah and the Israeli military&nbsp;observed certain lines,&nbsp;including limiting strikes to border areas and military targets. The strike that killed Shukr crossed that line, the mission added.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Several countries around the world, including the United States (US), the United Kingdom (UK), Sweden, and Jordan, advised their citizens to leave Lebanon amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran-backed Lebanese militant group Hezbollah.

Several countries around the world, including the United States (US), the United Kingdom (UK), Sweden, and Jordan, advised their citizens to leave Lebanon amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran-backed Lebanese militant group Hezbollah. On Saturday (Aug 3), the embassies of the US and the UK in Lebanon urged their citizens to leave the Middle Eastern country immediately. Sweden said that due to the escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, its foreign ministry decided to temporarily close its embassy in Beirut and withdraw diplomatic personnel. 'Leave Lebanon by whichever means possible' Swedish Foreign Minister Tobias Billstrom urged all citizens in Lebanon to "leave the country by whichever means possible, while they still can." Meanwhile, Jordan issued a notice urging citizens not to travel to Lebanon temporarily and requesting Jordanian citizens in Lebanon to evacuate promptly. The notice indicated that this recommendation is a precautionary measure in anticipation of potential changes in the regional situation. Also read | Hezbollah's latest missile barrage activates Israel's Iron Dome Canada and France were also among the countries to issue similar advisories. Fears of an escalation of hostilities that could engulf Lebanon are at their highest since Hezbollah started attacking Israel, a day after the Gaza war began on October 7 last year. Most of the fighting (between Israel and Hezbollah) was contained in border areas. However, the killing of Hezbollah commander Fuad Shukr and Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh might escalate the conflict in West Asia. Hezbollah vows to avenge Shukr's assassination Hezbollah vowed to respond to Shukr’s assassination. On Sunday, the Iran-backed group launched dozens of rockets at the town of Beit Hillel in northern Israel. A report by BBC said that no deaths were reported and Israel responded by striking targets in southern Lebanon. On Saturday, Iran said that it expected Hezbollah to hit deeper inside Israel and no longer be confined to military targets after Israel killed its commander Shukr. Also watch | West Asia on boil as Hezbollah strikes Israel × Iran's UN mission said that Hezbollah and the Israeli military observed certain lines, including limiting strikes to border areas and military targets. The strike that killed Shukr crossed that line, the mission added. (With inputs from agencies)

West Asia crisis: Several nations advise citizens to leave Lebanon amid escalating tensions

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China and Tanzania held the joint military exercise. The joint exercise is carrying out under the theme of joint counter-terrorism military operations.

China, Tanzania hold joint military drill in backdrop of anti-terror operations

<p>General Michael Kurilla, the commander of US&nbsp;Central Command (CENTCOM), arrived in Israel on Saturday (Aug&nbsp;3) amid escalating threats of significant Iranian retaliation against Israel, following a series of targeted killings, according to an Axios report.</p>

<p>The report, citing two US officials, suggests that Kurilla's visit aims to bring along Washington's allies in West Asia to thwart any potential attack from Iran, similar to the one on Israel on April 13. But the expected retaliation is likely to be on a much larger scale.</p>

<p>The Biden administration is reportedly concerned about the difficulty in garnering support from West Asia's capitals due to Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh's killing.</p>

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<p>The assassination is viewed in the broader scope of the internal conflict between Israel and Hamas.</p>

<p>Israeli and US officials have warned that an attack could occur as early as Monday (Aug&nbsp;5).</p>

<p>Although Kurilla's trip was planned before the assassinations of Hezbollah’s Fuad Shukr in Lebanon and Hamas'&nbsp;Ismail Haniyeh in Iran, he is leveraging the visit to strengthen regional defences for Israel.</p>

<p>During his visit, Kurilla is also expected to travel to Jordan and several Gulf countries.</p>

<p>Following the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, Iranian officials have vowed severe retaliation. Israel remains on high alert for a possible attack while the United States is deploying additional forces to the region.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Haniyeh's killing: Security breach in focus</strong></p>

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<p>Meanwhile, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps declared on Saturday (Aug&nbsp;3) that their revenge would be "severe and at an appropriate time, place, and manner."</p>

<p>Besides, the Permanent Mission of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United Nations told CBS News in an interview on Friday (Aug&nbsp;2) that Hezbollah intends to start targeting Israeli civilians deliberately, a tactic it claims to have refrained from until today.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"Until now, Hezbollah and the [Zionist] regime have, in an unwritten understanding, practically adhered to certain limits in their military operations, meaning that confining their actions to border areas and shallow zones, targeting primarily military objectives,” a spokesperson from the delegation told CBS News.</p>

<p>"However, the regime’s attack on Dahieh in Beirut and the targeting of a residential building marked a deviation from these boundaries," the spokesperson said. "We anticipate that, in its response, Hezbollah will choose both broader and deeper targets, and will not restrict itself solely to military targets and means."</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


General Michael Kurilla, the commander of US Central Command (CENTCOM), arrived in Israel on Saturday (Aug 3) amid escalating threats of significant Iranian retaliation against Israel, following a series of targeted killings, according to an Axios report.

General Michael Kurilla, the commander of US Central Command (CENTCOM), arrived in Israel on Saturday (Aug 3) amid escalating threats of significant Iranian retaliation against Israel, following a series of targeted killings, according to an Axios report. The report, citing two US officials, suggests that Kurilla's visit aims to bring along Washington's allies in West Asia to thwart any potential attack from Iran, similar to the one on Israel on April 13. But the expected retaliation is likely to be on a much larger scale. The Biden administration is reportedly concerned about the difficulty in garnering support from West Asia's capitals due to Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh's killing. Also read | Video: Hezbollah's latest missile barrage activates Israel's Iron Dome The assassination is viewed in the broader scope of the internal conflict between Israel and Hamas. Israeli and US officials have warned that an attack could occur as early as Monday (Aug 5). Although Kurilla's trip was planned before the assassinations of Hezbollah’s Fuad Shukr in Lebanon and Hamas' Ismail Haniyeh in Iran, he is leveraging the visit to strengthen regional defences for Israel. During his visit, Kurilla is also expected to travel to Jordan and several Gulf countries. Following the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, Iranian officials have vowed severe retaliation. Israel remains on high alert for a possible attack while the United States is deploying additional forces to the region. Also watch | Haniyeh's killing: Security breach in focus × Meanwhile, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps declared on Saturday (Aug 3) that their revenge would be "severe and at an appropriate time, place, and manner." Besides, the Permanent Mission of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United Nations told CBS News in an interview on Friday (Aug 2) that Hezbollah intends to start targeting Israeli civilians deliberately, a tactic it claims to have refrained from until today. Also watch | US CENTCOM chief arrives in West Asia as Israel prepares for possible Iranian attack? × "Until now, Hezbollah and the [Zionist] regime have, in an unwritten understanding, practically adhered to certain limits in their military operations, meaning that confining their actions to border areas and shallow zones, targeting primarily military objectives,” a spokesperson from the delegation told CBS News. "However, the regime’s attack on Dahieh in Beirut and the targeting of a residential building marked a deviation from these boundaries," the spokesperson said. "We anticipate that, in its response, Hezbollah will choose both broader and deeper targets, and will not restrict itself solely to military targets and means." (With inputs from agencies)

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Israel's security chiefs reportedly urged Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to utilize the momentum provided by strikes on terror chiefs to seize the opportunity for a hostage-ceasefire deal with Hamas. Watch in for more details!

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<p>As per a recent report, executives from Google, Netflix, and OpenAI are planning a fundraiser for Harris in Washington, DC, later this month.</p>

<p>A Business Insider report suggests that an important event is set for August 27, right as the US election campaigns gain momentum before the November finale.</p>

<p>As per the report, the organising committee includes policy leaders from Google, Netflix, and OpenAI, as well as high-ranking members from JPMorgan, McKinsey &amp; Company, and the Omidyar Network, which was founded by eBay's Pierre Omidyar.</p>

<p>The substantial support from the tech industry may be a calculated move to offset the endorsements that Republican nominee Donald Trump has received from prominent tech titans, including Elon Musk of SpaceX and Tesla, Peter Thiel, the co-founder of Palantir, the Winklevoss twins, John Paulson, and others.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Furthermore, Silicon Valley's stance could be further influenced by Trump's choice for vice president, Ohio Senator JD Vance, a former venture investor with connections to the IT and cryptocurrency industries.</p>

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<p>Amid accusations that Google is manipulating search results in favour of Kamala Harris over Donald Trump and the #cancelNetflix movement—sparked by Netflix's $7 million contribution to a super PAC backing Harris—the Vice President's campaign appears to be gaining traction in Silicon Valley.</p>

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<p>When Joe Biden announced he was stepping down, LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman quickly showed his support for Kamala Harris. Earlier, prominent Democratic donors hesitated to support Biden for a second term because of worries about his public mistakes and mental sharpness. But attitudes changed when Harris entered the race.</p>

<p>Soon after, Netflix co-founder Reed Hastings also endorsed Harris and donated $7 million to her campaign following former President Barack Obama’s endorsement.</p>

<p>On the same day, a new site called "VCs for Kamala" was launched, listing over a hundred venture capitalists who have pledged their support and financial backing for her, according to Business Insider.</p>

<p>According to the report, Josh Hsu, who was once Harris's senior White House lawyer, and Rohini Kosoglu, a former vice president's domestic policy advisor, would also be present at the August fundraiser.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


As per a recent report, executives from Google, Netflix, and OpenAI are planning a fundraiser for Harris in Washington, DC, later this month. A Business Insider report suggests that an important event is set for August 27, right as the US election campaigns gain momentum before the November finale.

As per a recent report, executives from Google, Netflix, and OpenAI are planning a fundraiser for Harris in Washington, DC, later this month. A Business Insider report suggests that an important event is set for August 27, right as the US election campaigns gain momentum before the November finale. As per the report, the organising committee includes policy leaders from Google, Netflix, and OpenAI, as well as high-ranking members from JPMorgan, McKinsey & Company, and the Omidyar Network, which was founded by eBay's Pierre Omidyar. The substantial support from the tech industry may be a calculated move to offset the endorsements that Republican nominee Donald Trump has received from prominent tech titans, including Elon Musk of SpaceX and Tesla, Peter Thiel, the co-founder of Palantir, the Winklevoss twins, John Paulson, and others. Furthermore, Silicon Valley's stance could be further influenced by Trump's choice for vice president, Ohio Senator JD Vance, a former venture investor with connections to the IT and cryptocurrency industries. Watch | Bezos leads $134bn rich list loss × Amid accusations that Google is manipulating search results in favour of Kamala Harris over Donald Trump and the #cancelNetflix movement—sparked by Netflix's $7 million contribution to a super PAC backing Harris—the Vice President's campaign appears to be gaining traction in Silicon Valley. Also read: Body recovered of Indian techie who drowned in Montana's Glacier National Park When Joe Biden announced he was stepping down, LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman quickly showed his support for Kamala Harris. Earlier, prominent Democratic donors hesitated to support Biden for a second term because of worries about his public mistakes and mental sharpness. But attitudes changed when Harris entered the race. Soon after, Netflix co-founder Reed Hastings also endorsed Harris and donated $7 million to her campaign following former President Barack Obama’s endorsement. On the same day, a new site called "VCs for Kamala" was launched, listing over a hundred venture capitalists who have pledged their support and financial backing for her, according to Business Insider. According to the report, Josh Hsu, who was once Harris's senior White House lawyer, and Rohini Kosoglu, a former vice president's domestic policy advisor, would also be present at the August fundraiser. (With inputs from agencies)

Tech giants Google, Netflix, OpenAI to organise high-stakes fundraiser for Kamala Harris: Report

US Central Command's General Michael Kurilla arrived in the region on Saturday amid preparations for a possible attack by Iran on Israel in response to the recent killings of senior Hamas and Hezbollah leaders, news website reported.

US CENTCOM chief arrives in West Asia as Israel braces for action

<p>The body of an Indian techie who drowned in the famous Glacier National Park in the US state of Montana&nbsp;has been recovered by the rangers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Siddhant Vitthal Patil, a 26-year-old from India, fell into Avalanche Creek on July 6 when he was hiking at the park with his friends.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"After weeks of searching, rangers at Glacier National Park believe they have recovered the body of 26-year-old Siddhant Vitthal Patil from India today. Patil fell into Avalanche Creek on July 6, 2024, and drowned," the Glacier National Park officials informed on Saturday (Aug 3).</p>

<p>The rangers also found clothing and gear similar to what Patil was wearing at the time of the incident.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Around 10:30 am on Saturday, a park visitor reported seeing a body in Avalanche Creek below the gorge. Rangers immediately began recovery efforts. The Flathead County coroner is working to confirm the identity through DNA or dental records."</p>

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<h2><strong>Treacherous terrain delayed search operation</strong></h2>

<p>Friends who were with Patil saw him go underwater and resurface before being swept up by the current into the gorge.</p>

<p>The rangers also corroborated the same chain of events, adding that submerged obstacles such as fallen trees or rocks may have limited Patil's ability to get out of the gorge.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Explaining why it took nearly a month for the search operation to finish, the rangers attributed the water depth and whitewater conditions during spring and summer runoff as the reason for the delay.</p>

<p>They could only investigate the large portions of the gorge after the water level had dropped. However, they still were not able to reach the deepest and most dangerous areas.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Patil's uncle, Pritesh Chaudhari, has been informed by the officials about the recovered body.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We were informed by the US ranger officials that Siddhant's body was found. As we are grappling with this grief, we also like to thank the rangers for carrying out this search," Chaudhari was quoted as saying by news wire agency <em>ANI</em>.</p>

<p>"A special mention to Prem Bhandari who has been in constant touch with us for the last 27 days and supporting us. We have authorized Bhandari to arrange for Siddhant's remains to be sent to Pune and complete the formalities," he added, referring to Bhandari, a prominent Indian diaspora leader.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Notably, Patil was working at at Cadence Design Systems in San Jose, California at the time of the accident.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The body of an Indian techie who drowned in the famous Glacier National Park in the US state of Montana has been recovered by the rangers. Siddhant Vitthal Patil, a 26-year-old from India, fell into Avalanche Creek on July 6 when he was hiking at the park with his friends.

The body of an Indian techie who drowned in the famous Glacier National Park in the US state of Montana has been recovered by the rangers. Siddhant Vitthal Patil, a 26-year-old from India, fell into Avalanche Creek on July 6 when he was hiking at the park with his friends. "After weeks of searching, rangers at Glacier National Park believe they have recovered the body of 26-year-old Siddhant Vitthal Patil from India today. Patil fell into Avalanche Creek on July 6, 2024, and drowned," the Glacier National Park officials informed on Saturday (Aug 3). The rangers also found clothing and gear similar to what Patil was wearing at the time of the incident. "Around 10:30 am on Saturday, a park visitor reported seeing a body in Avalanche Creek below the gorge. Rangers immediately began recovery efforts. The Flathead County coroner is working to confirm the identity through DNA or dental records." Watch: Why are Indian students dying, being attacked in the US? Treacherous terrain delayed search operation Friends who were with Patil saw him go underwater and resurface before being swept up by the current into the gorge. The rangers also corroborated the same chain of events, adding that submerged obstacles such as fallen trees or rocks may have limited Patil's ability to get out of the gorge. Explaining why it took nearly a month for the search operation to finish, the rangers attributed the water depth and whitewater conditions during spring and summer runoff as the reason for the delay. They could only investigate the large portions of the gorge after the water level had dropped. However, they still were not able to reach the deepest and most dangerous areas. Also read | US: Indian-origin man dies after being assaulted on streets of Washington Patil's uncle, Pritesh Chaudhari, has been informed by the officials about the recovered body. "We were informed by the US ranger officials that Siddhant's body was found. As we are grappling with this grief, we also like to thank the rangers for carrying out this search," Chaudhari was quoted as saying by news wire agency ANI. "A special mention to Prem Bhandari who has been in constant touch with us for the last 27 days and supporting us. We have authorized Bhandari to arrange for Siddhant's remains to be sent to Pune and complete the formalities," he added, referring to Bhandari, a prominent Indian diaspora leader. Notably, Patil was working at at Cadence Design Systems in San Jose, California at the time of the accident. (With inputs from agencies)

US: Body of Indian techie recovered who drowned in Montana's Glacier National Park

<p>Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday (Aug&nbsp;3) extended his condolences to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un after catastrophic floods in North Korea reportedly killed about 1500 people apart from widespread damage to thousands of homes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The North Korean state media reported on Sunday (Aug&nbsp;4) that Putin had also offered "immediate humanitarian support" to assist with recovery efforts. Kim Jong Un responded by saying he was deeply grateful for Russia's&nbsp;"special emotion towards a genuine friend."</p>

<p>According to Pyongyang, a record downpour on July 27 led to severe flooding. The North Korean side has not released the number of fatalities but&nbsp;large areas of farmland in the northern region near China are reported to have been inundated.</p>

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<p>In a telegram addressed to Kim, Putin conveyed his sympathy and support to those affected by the storm. "I ask you to convey words of sympathy and support to all those who lost their loved ones as a result of the storm," Putin stated. "You can always count on our help and support."</p>

<p>The official North Korean news agency KCNA reported that the message from Moscow was received by the DPRK Foreign Ministry on Saturday and promptly relayed to Kim Jong Un.</p>

<p>Kim thanked Putin for his outreach but mentioned that state measures had already been enacted to address the situation. Kim, however, said that he would seek aid from Russia if necessary, and noted Moscow as one of North Korea's "truest friends."</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Russian President Vladimir Putin makes a rare visit to North Korea</strong></p>

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<p>North Korea and Russia share a longstanding alliance dating back to North Korea's establishment after World War II. Their relationship has strengthened further following the Russian offensive in Ukraine in February 2022.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, South Korean media has reported that the death toll and the number of missing persons could be as high as 1,500. In response, Kim Jong Un dismissed these reports as a "smear campaign" aimed at discrediting North Korea.</p>

<p>North Korea faces heightened vulnerability to natural disasters due to its weak infrastructure and widespread deforestation.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday (Aug 3) extended his condolences to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un after catastrophic floods in North Korea reportedly killed about 1500 people apart from widespread damage to thousands of homes.

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday (Aug 3) extended his condolences to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un after catastrophic floods in North Korea reportedly killed about 1500 people apart from widespread damage to thousands of homes. The North Korean state media reported on Sunday (Aug 4) that Putin had also offered "immediate humanitarian support" to assist with recovery efforts. Kim Jong Un responded by saying he was deeply grateful for Russia's "special emotion towards a genuine friend." According to Pyongyang, a record downpour on July 27 led to severe flooding. The North Korean side has not released the number of fatalities but large areas of farmland in the northern region near China are reported to have been inundated. Also read | 'Great bromance': Putin waving goodbye to North Korea's Kim wins internet In a telegram addressed to Kim, Putin conveyed his sympathy and support to those affected by the storm. "I ask you to convey words of sympathy and support to all those who lost their loved ones as a result of the storm," Putin stated. "You can always count on our help and support." The official North Korean news agency KCNA reported that the message from Moscow was received by the DPRK Foreign Ministry on Saturday and promptly relayed to Kim Jong Un. Kim thanked Putin for his outreach but mentioned that state measures had already been enacted to address the situation. Kim, however, said that he would seek aid from Russia if necessary, and noted Moscow as one of North Korea's "truest friends." Also watch | Russian President Vladimir Putin makes a rare visit to North Korea × North Korea and Russia share a longstanding alliance dating back to North Korea's establishment after World War II. Their relationship has strengthened further following the Russian offensive in Ukraine in February 2022. Meanwhile, South Korean media has reported that the death toll and the number of missing persons could be as high as 1,500. In response, Kim Jong Un dismissed these reports as a "smear campaign" aimed at discrediting North Korea. North Korea faces heightened vulnerability to natural disasters due to its weak infrastructure and widespread deforestation. (With inputs from agencies)

Kim Jong-Un counts Putin among North Korea's 'truest friends' after Russian leader's flood relief message

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