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<h2>What did she say?</h2>

The Republican governor appeared on CBS’ ‘Face the Nation’,&nbsp;and suggested that Commander should also have been put down.&nbsp;

The Biden family’s German shepherd has been banished from the White House to an undisclosed location after <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-president-joe-bidens-dog-bit-secret-service-members-at-least-24-times-in-less-than-a-year-692737">reports</a> that he bit Secret Service agents on 24 separate occasions between October 2022 and July 2023.&nbsp;

“Joe Biden’s dog has attacked 24 Secret Service people,” Noem told interviewer, Margaret Brennan. She added, “So how many people is enough people to be attacked and dangerously hurt before you make a decision on a dog?”

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During the interview, she also defended killing her 14-month-old dog Cricket and a goat, which according to her upcoming book she also shot the same day as “a choice I made over 20 years ago” to “protect people.”

In late April, Noem sparked outrage among Democrats and Republicans alike after she admitted to killing her dog saying that it had an “aggressive personality” and described Cricket as an “untrainable,” “dangerous,” and “less than worthless…as a hunting dog”.

The possible running mate for the presumptive Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump made a similar suggestion in her book, “No Going Back,” according to an advance copy obtained by CNN, saying that if she were president, she’d ensure Commander “was nowhere on the grounds.”

“What would I do if I was president on the first day in office in 2025? Thanks for asking. I happen to have a list. The first thing I’d do is make sure Joe Biden’s dog was nowhere on the grounds (‘Commander, say hello to Cricket for me’). But my dog, Foster, would sure be welcome. He comes with me to the capitol all the time and loves everyone,” Noem wrote in her book.&nbsp;

<h2>Trump ‘disgusted’ by Noem’s story</h2>

Notably, since Noem admitted to killing her 14-month-old dog she has faced criticism not only from Democrats but also people from her own party. It also seems like the story may cost her the chance of being Trump’s VP.&nbsp;

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A report by Rolling Stone magazine citing sources said that the former president has been “privately trashing” Noem for killing her puppy during conversations with close political allies and other confidants.&nbsp;

Some of the sources, according to the magazine, said they are disclosing these details because they want the South Dakota governor to be “permanently eliminated” from Trump’s vice presidential shortlist.&nbsp;

Others said it was simply because Trump had been talking about Noem’s story so many times it was “‘getting kind of ridiculous’ how ‘disgusted’ the former president sounded about this and how much he has been ‘taunting’ Noem behind her back,” reported the Rolling Stone.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies) 
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The governor of the US state of South Dakota who was already under fire for admitting to killing her 14-month-old dog and boasting about it in her book, is stirring up controversy once again.

The governor of the US state of South Dakota who was already under fire for admitting to killing her 14-month-old dog and boasting about it in her book, is stirring up controversy once again. On Sunday (May 5), she said Commander, the United States President Joe Biden’s dog, should also suffer a similar fate as her pet Cricket. What did she say? The Republican governor appeared on CBS’ ‘Face the Nation’, and suggested that Commander should also have been put down. The Biden family’s German shepherd has been banished from the White House to an undisclosed location after reports that he bit Secret Service agents on 24 separate occasions between October 2022 and July 2023. “Joe Biden’s dog has attacked 24 Secret Service people,” Noem told interviewer, Margaret Brennan. She added, “So how many people is enough people to be attacked and dangerously hurt before you make a decision on a dog?” Also Read | Trump VP contender, South Dakota governor Kristi Noem, defends killing her 14-month-old dog During the interview, she also defended killing her 14-month-old dog Cricket and a goat, which according to her upcoming book she also shot the same day as “a choice I made over 20 years ago” to “protect people.” In late April, Noem sparked outrage among Democrats and Republicans alike after she admitted to killing her dog saying that it had an “aggressive personality” and described Cricket as an “untrainable,” “dangerous,” and “less than worthless…as a hunting dog”. The possible running mate for the presumptive Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump made a similar suggestion in her book, “No Going Back,” according to an advance copy obtained by CNN, saying that if she were president, she’d ensure Commander “was nowhere on the grounds.” “What would I do if I was president on the first day in office in 2025? Thanks for asking. I happen to have a list. The first thing I’d do is make sure Joe Biden’s dog was nowhere on the grounds (‘Commander, say hello to Cricket for me’). But my dog, Foster, would sure be welcome. He comes with me to the capitol all the time and loves everyone,” Noem wrote in her book. Trump ‘disgusted’ by Noem’s story Notably, since Noem admitted to killing her 14-month-old dog she has faced criticism not only from Democrats but also people from her own party. It also seems like the story may cost her the chance of being Trump’s VP. Also Read | US lawmakers launch 'dog lovers caucus' as Trump potential running mate 'puppy killer' Kristi Noem goes viral A report by Rolling Stone magazine citing sources said that the former president has been “privately trashing” Noem for killing her puppy during conversations with close political allies and other confidants. Some of the sources, according to the magazine, said they are disclosing these details because they want the South Dakota governor to be “permanently eliminated” from Trump’s vice presidential shortlist. Others said it was simply because Trump had been talking about Noem’s story so many times it was “‘getting kind of ridiculous’ how ‘disgusted’ the former president sounded about this and how much he has been ‘taunting’ Noem behind her back,” reported the Rolling Stone. (With inputs from agencies)

Kristi Noem, Trump VP contender, suggests Biden’s dog Commander should be killed too

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Four men have been arrested after half a tonne of cocaine worth more than $50 million (40 million pounds) was found in a van in the car park of a Yorkshire village pub.&nbsp;

<h2>What we know about the case</h2>

Around 500-kilogramme of cocaine – with an estimated street value of about more than $50 million – was found in the car park of the Stags Head Inn in Lelley in East Yorkshire, England, said the United Kingdom’s National Crime Agency (NCA).&nbsp;

The government agency also said that it believes that the drugs were brought to shore in a rigid-hulled inflatable boat (RHIB) after being transferred from a larger vessel off the Hull coast.&nbsp;

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The boat was abandoned at Easington Beach, the NCA added. The beach in question is around 29 kilometres away from the pub where the drugs were found in the back of a Vauxhall Vivaro van.&nbsp;

<h2>About those arrested</h2>

A 22-year-old from Argyll, a 32-year-old from Oban and a 24-year-old from Campbeltown, all in Scotland, and a 39-year-old from Colombia were arrested at 8:30 am (local time) on Saturday (May 4).&nbsp;

“This was a significant amount of cocaine and its seizure will be a sizeable blow to the organised crime group which attempted to smuggle it into the UK,” said senior investigating officer Alan French.&nbsp;

“There’s no doubt these drugs would have been sold into communities around the UK, fuelling further crime and exploitation. Working with our law enforcement partners we are determined to do all we can to disrupt criminal activity, and protect the UK’s border security,” French added.&nbsp;

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The senior official also said that an investigation into the case is underway after the arrests. The operation was supported by Humberside Police, the Yorkshire and Humber Regional Organised Crime Unit and Border Force, said the NCA.&nbsp;

Earlier this year, a shipment of cocaine worth approximately $565 million had been found&nbsp;in a container&nbsp;at Southampton Port carrying bananas from South America. It was the largest-ever seizure of a haul of class-A drugs in the UK and weighed around 5.7 tonnes, according to the NCA.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies) 
&nbsp;

Four men have been arrested after half a tonne of cocaine worth more than $50 million (40 million pounds) was found in a van in the car park of a Yorkshire village pub.

Four men have been arrested after half a tonne of cocaine worth more than $50 million (40 million pounds) was found in a van in the car park of a Yorkshire village pub. What we know about the case Around 500-kilogramme of cocaine – with an estimated street value of about more than $50 million – was found in the car park of the Stags Head Inn in Lelley in East Yorkshire, England, said the United Kingdom’s National Crime Agency (NCA). The government agency also said that it believes that the drugs were brought to shore in a rigid-hulled inflatable boat (RHIB) after being transferred from a larger vessel off the Hull coast. Also Read | Kim Jong Un propaganda song floors netizens who didn't hesitate to invoke Taylor Swift The boat was abandoned at Easington Beach, the NCA added. The beach in question is around 29 kilometres away from the pub where the drugs were found in the back of a Vauxhall Vivaro van. About those arrested A 22-year-old from Argyll, a 32-year-old from Oban and a 24-year-old from Campbeltown, all in Scotland, and a 39-year-old from Colombia were arrested at 8:30 am (local time) on Saturday (May 4). “This was a significant amount of cocaine and its seizure will be a sizeable blow to the organised crime group which attempted to smuggle it into the UK,” said senior investigating officer Alan French. “There’s no doubt these drugs would have been sold into communities around the UK, fuelling further crime and exploitation. Working with our law enforcement partners we are determined to do all we can to disrupt criminal activity, and protect the UK’s border security,” French added. Also Read | France sets record for world’s longest baguette, beats Italy after five years The senior official also said that an investigation into the case is underway after the arrests. The operation was supported by Humberside Police, the Yorkshire and Humber Regional Organised Crime Unit and Border Force, said the NCA. Earlier this year, a shipment of cocaine worth approximately $565 million had been found in a container at Southampton Port carrying bananas from South America. It was the largest-ever seizure of a haul of class-A drugs in the UK and weighed around 5.7 tonnes, according to the NCA. (With inputs from agencies)

Half a tonne cocaine worth over $50 million recovered from car park of a UK pub

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The indigenously developed Pinaka-guided rocket system was successfully test fired on Monday at Pokhran desert in Rajasthan, in a boost to artillery capability of the Army, the defence ministry said.

The weapon system is equipped with state-of-the-art guidance kit comprising of an advanced navigation and control system.&nbsp;

"The indigenously developed guided Pinaka, developed by DRDO, will significantly boost the capability of the artillery to make precision hits," the defence ministry said.

About the tests, it said the weapon systems impacted the intended targets with high precision and achieved desired accuracies.&nbsp;

"Telemetry systems tracked and monitored the vehicle all through the flight path. All the mission objectives have been met," the ministry said.&nbsp;

The indigenously developed Pinaka-guided rocket system was successfully test fired on Monday at Pokhran desert in Rajasthan, in a boost to artillery capability of the Army, the defence ministry said.

The indigenously developed Pinaka-guided rocket system was successfully test fired on Monday at Pokhran desert in Rajasthan, in a boost to artillery capability of the Army, the defence ministry said. The weapon system is equipped with state-of-the-art guidance kit comprising of an advanced navigation and control system. "The indigenously developed guided Pinaka, developed by DRDO, will significantly boost the capability of the artillery to make precision hits," the defence ministry said. About the tests, it said the weapon systems impacted the intended targets with high precision and achieved desired accuracies. "Telemetry systems tracked and monitored the vehicle all through the flight path. All the mission objectives have been met," the ministry said.

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In his latest book Knife, Meditations After An Attempted Murder, Salman Rushdie recalls a doctor's observation at a Pennsylvania hospital where he was brought after a <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/salman-rushdie-stabbed-10-to-15-times-in-neck-eye-witness-shares-horrific-details-506357">knife attack</a> on him on August 12, 2022.

"You know what you are lucky about? You are lucky that the man who attacked you had no idea how to kill a man with a knife."

For 27-seconds on that fateful day, Rushdie was stabbed and slashed wildly by a 24-year-old man at a literary event in New York's Chautauqua. The author of fifteen novels lost an eye and the use of an arm due to the attack. Authorities later described the attacker sympathetic to Shia extremism and the causes of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC).&nbsp;

The knife attack on Rushdie came over 33&nbsp;years after that Valentine's Day of 1989 when Iran's then Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini declared his novel 'The Satanic Verses' blasphemous and issued a fatwa ordering his execution and "all those involved in its publication."

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While on a hospital bed after the knife attack, the opening line of 'The Satanic Verses' returned to haunt the 76-year-old author.&nbsp;

"To be born again," sang Gibreel farishta from the heavens, "first you have to die".

For decades after that fatwa, Rushdie went on to live as a free person. He wrote book after book, delivered lectures, travelled, married, divorced, and emerged as the nucleus of New York's literature circuit while gathering admirers and critics across the world.&nbsp;

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But in 2022, the semblance of normalcy in Rushdie's life was fundamentally changed. It was three days before the 75th anniversary of India's freedom from the British rule.&nbsp;

"I was in the habit of calling Indian Independence Day 'Saleem's birthday'," Rushdie writes, as this was the moment in which Saleem Sinai, the antihero and narrator of 'Midnight's Children' had been born in 1947.&nbsp;

"But this year Independence Day had a more personal meaning. Monday, August 15 was Day Three. The day on which it became clear that I would continue to live," Rushdie writes of the moment when he knew he had survived.&nbsp;

As a city boy born in Bombay, who found home in London and New York at different points of time in his life, Rushdie in past has characterised roots as a "conservative myth, designed to keep us in our places."&nbsp;

But in the 'Knife', he describes dreaming about returning to his place of birth, present-day Mumbai, as one of the manifestations of the Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after the knife attack . "I dreamed of returning to my beloved Bombay — not Mumbai — and kneeling to kiss the tarmac after coming down from the plane."

"But when I looked up there was a crowd shouting at me, Dafa ho. Begone."&nbsp;

After the near-fatal stabbing and decades of threats following Khomeini's fatwa, 'Knife, Meditations After An Attempted Murder', is Rushdie's intimate and intellectually stimulating death-defying act. He refuses to name the attacker and describes him merely as A. In an imaginary conversation with the attacker spanning several pages, Rushdie pulls off a fierce literary defence of free speech.&nbsp;

As an atheist, Rushdie dissects debatable aspects of faith, religiosity and the way they push vulnerable individuals like A. towards extremism.&nbsp;

His referral to description of death-and-dying by other literature giants and cinematic geniuses — and some incredibly poignant Shakespearean invocation — adds to the breathless narrative of the book.&nbsp;

At its heart, the book challenges the very orthodoxy that filled A. with hatred vile enough that he nearly killed Rushdie for purportedly being "disingenuous". Rushdie defends an artist and art's right to exist because without art, "our ability to think, to see freshly, and to renew our world would wither and die".&nbsp;

"Art is not a luxury. It stands at the essence of our humanity, and it asks for no special protection except the right to exist," Rushdie writes.&nbsp;

"Art accepts argument, criticism, even rejection. It does not accept violence. And in the end, it outlasts those who oppress it."

'Knife, Meditations After an Attempted Murder' by Salman Rushdie is published by Penguin Random House. It is available online and major bookstores across the world.

In his latest book Knife, Meditations After An Attempted Murder, Salman Rushdie recalls a doctor's observation at a Pennsylvania hospital where he was brought after a knife attack on him on August 12, 2022.

In his latest book Knife, Meditations After An Attempted Murder, Salman Rushdie recalls a doctor's observation at a Pennsylvania hospital where he was brought after a knife attack on him on August 12, 2022. "You know what you are lucky about? You are lucky that the man who attacked you had no idea how to kill a man with a knife." For 27-seconds on that fateful day, Rushdie was stabbed and slashed wildly by a 24-year-old man at a literary event in New York's Chautauqua. The author of fifteen novels lost an eye and the use of an arm due to the attack. Authorities later described the attacker sympathetic to Shia extremism and the causes of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC). The knife attack on Rushdie came over 33 years after that Valentine's Day of 1989 when Iran's then Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini declared his novel 'The Satanic Verses' blasphemous and issued a fatwa ordering his execution and "all those involved in its publication." Also watch | WION Wideangle | Salman Rushdie attacked: The World of Fatwas, decoded × While on a hospital bed after the knife attack, the opening line of 'The Satanic Verses' returned to haunt the 76-year-old author. "To be born again," sang Gibreel farishta from the heavens, "first you have to die". For decades after that fatwa, Rushdie went on to live as a free person. He wrote book after book, delivered lectures, travelled, married, divorced, and emerged as the nucleus of New York's literature circuit while gathering admirers and critics across the world. Also read | Salman Rushdie says he saw himself being stabbed in a dream just before the attack But in 2022, the semblance of normalcy in Rushdie's life was fundamentally changed. It was three days before the 75th anniversary of India's freedom from the British rule. "I was in the habit of calling Indian Independence Day 'Saleem's birthday'," Rushdie writes, as this was the moment in which Saleem Sinai, the antihero and narrator of 'Midnight's Children' had been born in 1947. "But this year Independence Day had a more personal meaning. Monday, August 15 was Day Three. The day on which it became clear that I would continue to live," Rushdie writes of the moment when he knew he had survived. As a city boy born in Bombay, who found home in London and New York at different points of time in his life, Rushdie in past has characterised roots as a "conservative myth, designed to keep us in our places." But in the 'Knife', he describes dreaming about returning to his place of birth, present-day Mumbai, as one of the manifestations of the Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after the knife attack . "I dreamed of returning to my beloved Bombay — not Mumbai — and kneeling to kiss the tarmac after coming down from the plane." "But when I looked up there was a crowd shouting at me, Dafa ho. Begone." After the near-fatal stabbing and decades of threats following Khomeini's fatwa, 'Knife, Meditations After An Attempted Murder', is Rushdie's intimate and intellectually stimulating death-defying act. He refuses to name the attacker and describes him merely as A. In an imaginary conversation with the attacker spanning several pages, Rushdie pulls off a fierce literary defence of free speech. As an atheist, Rushdie dissects debatable aspects of faith, religiosity and the way they push vulnerable individuals like A. towards extremism. His referral to description of death-and-dying by other literature giants and cinematic geniuses — and some incredibly poignant Shakespearean invocation — adds to the breathless narrative of the book. At its heart, the book challenges the very orthodoxy that filled A. with hatred vile enough that he nearly killed Rushdie for purportedly being "disingenuous". Rushdie defends an artist and art's right to exist because without art, "our ability to think, to see freshly, and to renew our world would wither and die". "Art is not a luxury. It stands at the essence of our humanity, and it asks for no special protection except the right to exist," Rushdie writes. "Art accepts argument, criticism, even rejection. It does not accept violence. And in the end, it outlasts those who oppress it." 'Knife, Meditations After an Attempted Murder' by Salman Rushdie is published by Penguin Random House. It is available online and major bookstores across the world.

Salman Rushdie's 'Knife' cuts open an empowering defence of free speech

Chinese president, Xi Jinping, is set to visit Europe next week for the first time in five years. Xi will be visiting France, Hungary and Serbia during his tour.

The visit comes as China seeks to prevent a trade war with the EU, amid growing skepticism in the bloc following numerous espionage incidents and China's continued support for Russia during the war in Ukraine.

Xi’s first stop will be Paris, on Monday (May 6), he will meet the French president Emmanuel Macron, and the president of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen.

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“The Chinese leadership is pretty clear about what they want,” said Abigaël Vasselier, the director of foreign relations at Merics, a German thinktank focused on China.&nbsp;

Xi would be focused on lobbying against the EU’s anti-subsidy probes, particularly on electric vehicles (EVs) and on stabilising the bilateral relationship, Vasselier said.

The European Union might put tariffs on electric vehicles (EVs) from China as early as June. This comes after the EU launched an investigation into whether China unfairly supports its own EV manufacturers. The latest they can impose these tariffs is July 4th.

China “cannot afford to have more and more restrictions to the European market”, Vasselier says, but at the same time, “China does not have an offer for Europe at this point”.

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That is because one of Europe’s – and Macron’s – longstanding asks of China is for Xi to put pressure on Vladimir Putin, Russia’s president, to end the war in Ukraine. “Two years into the war, the Europeans have realised … this is not going to happen,” says Vasselier.

Xi and Macron's personal connection strengthened last year when the Chinese president hosted his French counterpart for a rare private visit to Guangzhou, a city in southern China. Next week, Macron will reciprocate by inviting Xi to Hautes-Pyrénées, a mountainous region in France.

(With inputs from agencies)

Chinese president, Xi Jinping, is set to visit Europe next week for the first time in five years. Xi will be visiting France, Hungary and Serbia during his tour.

Chinese president, Xi Jinping, is set to visit Europe next week for the first time in five years. Xi will be visiting France, Hungary and Serbia during his tour. The visit comes as China seeks to prevent a trade war with the EU, amid growing skepticism in the bloc following numerous espionage incidents and China's continued support for Russia during the war in Ukraine. Xi’s first stop will be Paris, on Monday (May 6), he will meet the French president Emmanuel Macron, and the president of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen. Also read: Pro-Palestine protests: Graduation ceremonies at universities may see walkouts “The Chinese leadership is pretty clear about what they want,” said Abigaël Vasselier, the director of foreign relations at Merics, a German thinktank focused on China. Xi would be focused on lobbying against the EU’s anti-subsidy probes, particularly on electric vehicles (EVs) and on stabilising the bilateral relationship, Vasselier said. The European Union might put tariffs on electric vehicles (EVs) from China as early as June. This comes after the EU launched an investigation into whether China unfairly supports its own EV manufacturers. The latest they can impose these tariffs is July 4th. China “cannot afford to have more and more restrictions to the European market”, Vasselier says, but at the same time, “China does not have an offer for Europe at this point”. Also read: Three Indian national arrested allegedly in killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar That is because one of Europe’s – and Macron’s – longstanding asks of China is for Xi to put pressure on Vladimir Putin, Russia’s president, to end the war in Ukraine. “Two years into the war, the Europeans have realised … this is not going to happen,” says Vasselier. Xi and Macron's personal connection strengthened last year when the Chinese president hosted his French counterpart for a rare private visit to Guangzhou, a city in southern China. Next week, Macron will reciprocate by inviting Xi to Hautes-Pyrénées, a mountainous region in France. (With inputs from agencies)

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The government of Berlin has chosen to offer a lakeside villa, once belonging to a prominent&nbsp;Nazi figure, at no cost due to the high expenses associated with its maintenance, as per The Telegraph (UK).

This property, situated in the rural area north of the German capital, has a troubling past as it was formerly owned by Joseph Goebbels, who was Adolf Hitler's propaganda minister. Authorities in Berlin have disclosed their intentions to give away the villa for free, according to the report.

Goebbels, a significant figure within the Nazi regime, held a key position in Hitler's inner circle and wielded considerable influence over Nazi propaganda efforts.

He was good at using newspapers, radio, and movies to spread Nazi ideas and control what people knew in Germany. He and his family died by killing themselves at the end of World War II, as per History.com.

The big house and land Goebbels owned, built in 1936, were used for different things, including his secret meetings with actresses.

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Today, the Berlin government owns the property but struggles as its upkeep is expensive and it has a bad history linked to the Nazis.

Berlin's Finance Minister Stefan Evers mentioned that the state of Berlin is offering the property as a "gift" to anyone interested in "taking over the site."

Since 2000, the property has been empty, and the villa, situated approximately 10 miles north of Berlin, has significantly decayed. It now has broken windows and missing sections, requiring refurbishment.

Several options are being considered for the estate, including acquisition by the federal government or the neighbouring state of Brandenburg. Alternatively, it could be purchased by a private individual.

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However, if no suitable proposals are received, the state of Berlin might have to demolish the property, which is a more cost-effective solution compared to renovation.

(With inputs from agencies)

The government of Berlin has chosen to offer a lakeside villa, once belonging to a prominent Nazi figure, at no cost due to the high expenses associated with its maintenance, as per The Telegraph (UK).

The government of Berlin has chosen to offer a lakeside villa, once belonging to a prominent Nazi figure, at no cost due to the high expenses associated with its maintenance, as per The Telegraph (UK). This property, situated in the rural area north of the German capital, has a troubling past as it was formerly owned by Joseph Goebbels, who was Adolf Hitler's propaganda minister. Authorities in Berlin have disclosed their intentions to give away the villa for free, according to the report. Goebbels, a significant figure within the Nazi regime, held a key position in Hitler's inner circle and wielded considerable influence over Nazi propaganda efforts. He was good at using newspapers, radio, and movies to spread Nazi ideas and control what people knew in Germany. He and his family died by killing themselves at the end of World War II, as per History.com. The big house and land Goebbels owned, built in 1936, were used for different things, including his secret meetings with actresses. Also read | AI chatbots allowing users to talk with Hitler, Nazi figures spark radicalisation fears Today, the Berlin government owns the property but struggles as its upkeep is expensive and it has a bad history linked to the Nazis. Berlin's Finance Minister Stefan Evers mentioned that the state of Berlin is offering the property as a "gift" to anyone interested in "taking over the site." Since 2000, the property has been empty, and the villa, situated approximately 10 miles north of Berlin, has significantly decayed. It now has broken windows and missing sections, requiring refurbishment. Several options are being considered for the estate, including acquisition by the federal government or the neighbouring state of Brandenburg. Alternatively, it could be purchased by a private individual. Also watch | Adolf Hitler committed suicide today, 79 years ago However, if no suitable proposals are received, the state of Berlin might have to demolish the property, which is a more cost-effective solution compared to renovation. (With inputs from agencies)

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India has termed the preliminary investigation findings in the Hardeep Singh Nijjar death case as an "internal matter" of Canada while restating its request for "specific and relevant evidence" regarding any alleged involvement of the Indian government. This development follows the recent arrests by Canadian authorities of three Indian nationals linked to the killing of the Khalistan extremist last year.

Sanjay Kumar Verma, Indian High Commissioner to Canada said, "I understand that the arrests have been made as a result of investigations conducted by the relevant Canadian law enforcement agencies. This issue is internal to Canada and therefore we have no comments to offer in this regard."

Nijjar, who was designated a terrorist by India's National Investigation Agency in 2020, was shot and killed as he came out of a Gurdwara in Surrey, BC in June last year. In response to the murder, Canadian authorities have arrested and charged three Indian nationals: Kamalpreet Singh, Karanpreet Singh, and Karan Brar. They face charges of first-degree murder and conspiracy in the killing of Nijjar. &nbsp;

Ottawa has informed Delhi of the arrests made. Sanjay Kumar Verma, pointed, "We have been informed by the Canadian officials about the arrest of three Indian nationals, residing in Canada, in connection with the shooting of a Canadian citizen Hardeep Singh Nijjar. We hope to get regular updates from the concerned Canadian authorities regarding the arrested Indian nationals."

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While arrests have been made, no connection to Indian government has been given publicly so far, both by the Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who levelled the allegations first, or the Canadian law enforcement authorities.&nbsp; The Indian High Commissioner said, “As stated time and again, it is not the policy of the Government of India to interfere in the internal affairs of other countries. We are always ready to work with partner countries in solving crimes, provided specific and relevant evidence is shared with us.”

It's noteworthy that during the press conference on Friday, when the Royal Canadian Mounted Police announced the arrests, they mentioned that they are investigating any potential ties with the Indian government, but did not provide any concrete evidence linking New Delhi to Nijjar's killing.

Hardeep Singh Nijjar has been a strong supporter of Khalistan, or a separate Sikh homeland in India's Punjab state. The case has wider implications, with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau accusing "agents of the government of India" of being involved in Nijjar's murder. This accusation has led to a significant diplomatic row between Canada and India, with India denying the allegations and slamming Canada of harbouring Khalistani separatists.&nbsp;

India has termed the preliminary investigation findings in the Hardeep Singh Nijjar death case as an "internal matter" of Canada while restating its request for "specific and relevant evidence" regarding any alleged involvement of the Indian government.

India has termed the preliminary investigation findings in the Hardeep Singh Nijjar death case as an "internal matter" of Canada while restating its request for "specific and relevant evidence" regarding any alleged involvement of the Indian government. This development follows the recent arrests by Canadian authorities of three Indian nationals linked to the killing of the Khalistan extremist last year. Sanjay Kumar Verma, Indian High Commissioner to Canada said, "I understand that the arrests have been made as a result of investigations conducted by the relevant Canadian law enforcement agencies. This issue is internal to Canada and therefore we have no comments to offer in this regard." Nijjar, who was designated a terrorist by India's National Investigation Agency in 2020, was shot and killed as he came out of a Gurdwara in Surrey, BC in June last year. In response to the murder, Canadian authorities have arrested and charged three Indian nationals: Kamalpreet Singh, Karanpreet Singh, and Karan Brar. They face charges of first-degree murder and conspiracy in the killing of Nijjar. Ottawa has informed Delhi of the arrests made. Sanjay Kumar Verma, pointed, "We have been informed by the Canadian officials about the arrest of three Indian nationals, residing in Canada, in connection with the shooting of a Canadian citizen Hardeep Singh Nijjar. We hope to get regular updates from the concerned Canadian authorities regarding the arrested Indian nationals." Also read: 3 Indian nationals arrested in alleged killing of Khalistani terrorist Nijjar, Canada police release photos While arrests have been made, no connection to Indian government has been given publicly so far, both by the Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who levelled the allegations first, or the Canadian law enforcement authorities. The Indian High Commissioner said, “As stated time and again, it is not the policy of the Government of India to interfere in the internal affairs of other countries. We are always ready to work with partner countries in solving crimes, provided specific and relevant evidence is shared with us.” It's noteworthy that during the press conference on Friday, when the Royal Canadian Mounted Police announced the arrests, they mentioned that they are investigating any potential ties with the Indian government, but did not provide any concrete evidence linking New Delhi to Nijjar's killing. Hardeep Singh Nijjar has been a strong supporter of Khalistan, or a separate Sikh homeland in India's Punjab state. The case has wider implications, with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau accusing "agents of the government of India" of being involved in Nijjar's murder. This accusation has led to a significant diplomatic row between Canada and India, with India denying the allegations and slamming Canada of harbouring Khalistani separatists.

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Hundreds of Cubans have been hired by the Russian military to fight in its war against Ukraine, a BBC report has claimed. Russia’s lucrative army contracts are what is forcing nationals of the low-income country to join the army, for which they get about $2,000 a month.

Hundreds of Cubans have been hired by the Russian military to fight in its war against Ukraine, a BBC report has claimed. Russia’s lucrative army contracts are what is forcing nationals of the low-income country to join the army, for which they get about $2,000 a month. Some are also driven by the higher chances of getting a permanent residency or citizenship in Russia. The passport details of such 200 Cuban nationals were leaked online by a Ukraine-based group called InformNapalm last year. A basic Facebook search shows at least 31 of them currently residing in Russia, often posting pictures of themselves wearing Russian military uniform, or in locations that bear Russian street signs or Russian number plates. Why Cubans? For Russia, bringing Cubans into the country is easier and straightforward. Both nations have been allies since the Cold War days and Cubans don’t need a travel visa to enter Russia. Since Cuba is hit by a massive economic crisis, some may find Russia’s lucrative offer worthy of taking a shot. Watch: Russia-Ukraine War: Russia displays Western tanks captured in Ukraine war × It also helps Russia recruit more people into the army that has reportedly suffered causalities in thousands since the start of the war in Ukraine. The drive to enlist foreign nationals has also helped the Kremlin to avoid the mobilisation of Russian men, which carries certain political risks for President Vladimir Putin. However, it’s not clear how many Cuban nationals have joined the Russian army so far. According to a Cuban officer in Russia, some Cuban fighters have been deployed in Russia-occupied parts of Ukraine. Also read: West is waging hybrid war...: Russia reacts to Cameron`s statement on UK arms for Ukraine "As the Russian army occupies areas in Ukraine, what we Cubans do is support the army in those cities and in those areas that are occupied, that's all," the officer was quoted as saying. Most of them have joined the Russian army through recruiters on social media. Cuban authorities not pleased Last September, Cuban authorities said they had arrested 17 people in connection with the recruitment drive. Later, Cuba's ambassador to Russia, Julio Antonio Garmendía Peña, said in a statement Havana had nothing against people who wanted to "simply sign a contract and legally take part in this operation alongside the Russian army". Soon after, Cuba’s Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla clarified Havana was against "the participation of Cuban citizens in conflicts of any sort". (With inputs from agencies)

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The host and investor of Shark Tank, Kevin O'Leary warned pro-Palestinian student protestors that there will be lots of "consequences for all those people" when they start looking for jobs.

The host and investor of Shark Tank, Kevin O'Leary warned pro-Palestinian student protestors that there will be lots of "consequences for all those people" when they start looking for jobs. The business reality TV star stated that businesses can employ AI technology to evaluate applications and exclude individuals who have participated in demonstrations. "Here's your resume with a picture of you burning a flag. See that one. That goes in this pile over here, cause I can get the same person's talent in this pile that's not burning anything," O'Leary told Fox News on Wednesday (May 01). Kevin O'Leary warns that leftist campus occupiers won't be able to get a job anywhere because of AI background checks: "We see you now. All you need is to have your eyes exposed...and for the rest of your life, you're in THIS pile!" "These people are SCREWED!" pic.twitter.com/wRhF1rVI7I — Townhall.com (@townhallcom) May 2, 2024 × "There's plenty of consequences for all those people. Even an image that far away, AI can generate who they are by the way the body moves. I can't believe the stuff I find in background checks now. These people are screwed," he added. Speaking further he said, "We see you now. All you need is to have your eyes exposed...and for the rest of your life, you're in THIS pile!" and that "these people are SCREWED!" Also read: US student protests: Biden calls for 'order', says 'no place' for antisemitism on any campus In an interview with CNN the same day, O'Leary stated that demonstrators could still be identified even if they attempted to conceal their identities by wearing masks. This is because they can be recognised via retinal scanning, he stated. "This is what's happening with AI. So if you're burning down something, or taking a flag down, or fighting with police, I'm sorry, you're trashing your personal brand," O'Leary told CNN. Students around the United States are protesting in support of Palestine. Riot police have forced the closure of encampments at many campuses. On April 17, 2024, students at New York's Columbia University set up tents on a lawn to protest the war in Gaza. Encampments sprang up on over 30 institutions across the United States, including Harvard, Yale, UCLA, and Arizona State University, following the lead of Columbia demonstrators.

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<meta name="uuid" content="uuidTTlo9OBH3o1l" />Six people&nbsp;were reportedly killed&nbsp;and 35 others&nbsp;injured in Russia's&nbsp;frontier Belgorod region after the Ukrainian military launched a drone attack on cars carrying workers,&nbsp;Belgorod's Governor&nbsp;Vyacheslav Gladkov said on Monday (May 6).&nbsp;The Belgorod government said the two&nbsp;cars&nbsp;belonged to a meat production facility. &nbsp;

"Unfortunately, as a result of an explosion, six people died on the spot from their wounds.&nbsp;35&nbsp;people&nbsp;were injured&nbsp;near the village of Berezyovka," Governor Gladkov said. He added that&nbsp;one man was in serious condition&nbsp;and&nbsp;two children had superficial injuries.

The governor further said that&nbsp;a passenger vehicle&nbsp;was also damaged&nbsp;in the drone attack.

<h2>Monday's bombardment deadliest in weeks</h2>

Belgorod borders Ukraine and has&nbsp;been repeatedly attacked&nbsp;by Ukrainian artillery, drones, and proxies over the past year. In recent months, the region&nbsp;has come under an increasing number of fatal Ukrainian drone and missile attacks&nbsp;and&nbsp;Monday's bombardment was the deadliest in weeks, the news agency AFP reported.&nbsp;

Ukraine denies targeting civilians and says it has the right to strike Russia, which says the West ignores Ukrainian attacks on civilians.

This attack in Belgorod came days after the Russian defence ministry said on April 28 that it&nbsp;shot down 17 Ukrainian drones overnight in several western regions.&nbsp;Most of the drones were shot down in&nbsp;regions&nbsp;that border Ukraine, with nine downed in Bryansk, three in Kursk, and two in Belgorod, according to the ministry.

(With inputs from agencies)

Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos Six people were reportedly killed and 35 others injured in Russia's frontier Belgorod region after the Ukrainian military launched a drone attack on cars carrying workers, Belgorod's Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov said on Monday (May 6).

Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos Six people were reportedly killed and 35 others injured in Russia's frontier Belgorod region after the Ukrainian military launched a drone attack on cars carrying workers, Belgorod's Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov said on Monday (May 6). The Belgorod government said the two cars belonged to a meat production facility. "Unfortunately, as a result of an explosion, six people died on the spot from their wounds. 35 people were injured near the village of Berezyovka," Governor Gladkov said. He added that one man was in serious condition and two children had superficial injuries. The governor further said that a passenger vehicle was also damaged in the drone attack. Monday's bombardment deadliest in weeks Belgorod borders Ukraine and has been repeatedly attacked by Ukrainian artillery, drones, and proxies over the past year. In recent months, the region has come under an increasing number of fatal Ukrainian drone and missile attacks and Monday's bombardment was the deadliest in weeks, the news agency AFP reported. Ukraine denies targeting civilians and says it has the right to strike Russia, which says the West ignores Ukrainian attacks on civilians. This attack in Belgorod came days after the Russian defence ministry said on April 28 that it shot down 17 Ukrainian drones overnight in several western regions. Most of the drones were shot down in regions that border Ukraine, with nine downed in Bryansk, three in Kursk, and two in Belgorod, according to the ministry. (With inputs from agencies)

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