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The gunmen, who had kidnapped&nbsp;nearly 287 school children in Nigeria, have&nbsp;made a ransom demand for 1 billion naira ($621,848) and said that they would kill all the students if their demands were not fulfilled, said a member of the local community while speaking to CNN on Wednesday (Mar 13).&nbsp;

“They called me from a hidden number yesterday (Tuesday) afternoon at around 16 minutes past 12, and demanded 1 billion naira ($621,848) as a ransom for the students. They said [the ultimatum] will only last for three weeks or 20 days from the date they kidnapped the children and if there’s no action from the government, they will kill all of them,” Aminu Jibril, a resident of Kuriga village in Kaduna state, said. The militants had kidnapped the children on March 7.

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Speaking to CNN, Jibril informed that the gunmen claimed the kidnapping was “a way of getting back at the government and security agencies for killing their gang members.”

The Kuriga community's members stated that the kidnappers most likely got his number from the head of the school’s junior secondary section, who had also been kidnapped by them.

<h2>Nigeria School Children Kidnapping Case&nbsp;</h2>

Armed bandits, riding motorcycles, kidnapped more than 300 students early on March 7 morning. The gunmen stormed the LEA Primary and Secondary School in Kuriga village in Kaduna’s Chikun district, said the state’s police spokesman Mansur Hassan.

The officials were able to rescue some of the students but 287 of them are still with the kidnappers. Among the children abducted, some 100 of them were from primary school and the rest belonged to the secondary school.

Watch:&nbsp;Nigeria Kuriga Kidnap: Armed forces deployed by Nigerian govt to rescue students

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In a statement, Kaduna Governor Uba Sani said that his government was “doing everything possible to ensure the safe return of the pupils and students".

Sani added that a community member who had confronted the gunmen during the attack was killed.

(With inputs from agencies)

The gunmen, who had kidnapped nearly 287 school children in Nigeria, have made a ransom demand for 1 billion naira ($621,848) and said that they would kill all the students if their demands were not fulfilled, said a member of the local community while speaking to CNN on Wednesday (Mar 13).

The gunmen, who had kidnapped nearly 287 school children in Nigeria, have made a ransom demand for 1 billion naira ($621,848) and said that they would kill all the students if their demands were not fulfilled, said a member of the local community while speaking to CNN on Wednesday (Mar 13). “They called me from a hidden number yesterday (Tuesday) afternoon at around 16 minutes past 12, and demanded 1 billion naira ($621,848) as a ransom for the students. They said [the ultimatum] will only last for three weeks or 20 days from the date they kidnapped the children and if there’s no action from the government, they will kill all of them,” Aminu Jibril, a resident of Kuriga village in Kaduna state, said. The militants had kidnapped the children on March 7. Also Read: Gunmen abduct 15 pupils from Nigeria school as search continues for 300 others Speaking to CNN, Jibril informed that the gunmen claimed the kidnapping was “a way of getting back at the government and security agencies for killing their gang members.” The Kuriga community's members stated that the kidnappers most likely got his number from the head of the school’s junior secondary section, who had also been kidnapped by them. Nigeria School Children Kidnapping Case Armed bandits, riding motorcycles, kidnapped more than 300 students early on March 7 morning. The gunmen stormed the LEA Primary and Secondary School in Kuriga village in Kaduna’s Chikun district, said the state’s police spokesman Mansur Hassan. The officials were able to rescue some of the students but 287 of them are still with the kidnappers. Among the children abducted, some 100 of them were from primary school and the rest belonged to the secondary school. Watch: Nigeria Kuriga Kidnap: Armed forces deployed by Nigerian govt to rescue students In a statement, Kaduna Governor Uba Sani said that his government was “doing everything possible to ensure the safe return of the pupils and students". Sani added that a community member who had confronted the gunmen during the attack was killed. (With inputs from agencies)

Nigeria school children kidnapping: Gunmen threaten to kill 287 kids if $622,000 ransom not paid

World's first AI software engineer ‘Devin’ has been created by the tech company Cognition. The AI software engineer is capable of writing code, crafting websites and developing software with just a single prompt.

Devin stands as a groundbreaking tool, adept at a myriad of tasks. Unlike its counterparts, Devin isn't designed to replace human engineers but to seamlessly collaborate with them.

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Cognition proudly announced Devin's debut on Twitter, highlighting its exceptional performance on the SWE-Bench coding benchmark, success in practical engineering interviews at leading AI companies, and completion of actual tasks on Upwork.&nbsp;

Devin operates autonomously, employing its own shell, code editor, and web browser to solve engineering challenges.

What sets Devin apart is its remarkable foresight and ability to plan intricate tasks. It can make thousands of decisions, learn from errors, and continuously improve. Equipped with essential tools like a code editor and browser, Devin is considered the pinnacle of solutions for evaluating software engineering tasks based on the SWE-bench coding benchmark.

Its exceptional performance in various engineering interviews and tests solidifies its status as a cutting-edge AI assistant.

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However, Devin is not designed to work in isolation. Its purpose is to collaborate seamlessly with human engineers, offering real-time updates, accepting feedback, and participating in design decisions. Rather than replacing humans, Devin enhances their capabilities, promoting productivity and efficiency within teams.

Devin's capabilities are diverse, ranging from learning new technologies and building complete applications to addressing bugs in code and training AI models. Real-world challenges showcase its superiority over previous AI models, resolving nearly 14 per cent of issues compared to the under 2 per cent&nbsp;achieved by its predecessors – a significant breakthrough in software engineering.

Beyond theoretical prowess, Devin has demonstrated its efficacy on platforms like Upwork, tackling real-world coding tasks effortlessly, including debugging computer vision models and generating detailed reports.

Devin signifies a monumental stride in AI technology, revolutionizing software development by automating routine tasks and enabling engineers to focus on more complex problems. Whether you're a seasoned engineer or just starting out, Devin promises to make your job easier and more exhilarating than ever before.

(With inputs from agencies)

World's first AI software engineer ‘Devin’ has been created by the tech company Cognition. The AI software engineer is capable of writing code, crafting websites and developing software with just a single prompt.

World's first AI software engineer ‘Devin’ has been created by the tech company Cognition. The AI software engineer is capable of writing code, crafting websites and developing software with just a single prompt. Devin stands as a groundbreaking tool, adept at a myriad of tasks. Unlike its counterparts, Devin isn't designed to replace human engineers but to seamlessly collaborate with them. Also read: Microsoft to provide AI skills to 2 million people in India by 2025 Cognition proudly announced Devin's debut on Twitter, highlighting its exceptional performance on the SWE-Bench coding benchmark, success in practical engineering interviews at leading AI companies, and completion of actual tasks on Upwork. Devin operates autonomously, employing its own shell, code editor, and web browser to solve engineering challenges. What sets Devin apart is its remarkable foresight and ability to plan intricate tasks. It can make thousands of decisions, learn from errors, and continuously improve. Equipped with essential tools like a code editor and browser, Devin is considered the pinnacle of solutions for evaluating software engineering tasks based on the SWE-bench coding benchmark. Its exceptional performance in various engineering interviews and tests solidifies its status as a cutting-edge AI assistant. Also read: 'Too expensive,' AI not capable of replacing humans in workplaces However, Devin is not designed to work in isolation. Its purpose is to collaborate seamlessly with human engineers, offering real-time updates, accepting feedback, and participating in design decisions. Rather than replacing humans, Devin enhances their capabilities, promoting productivity and efficiency within teams. Devin's capabilities are diverse, ranging from learning new technologies and building complete applications to addressing bugs in code and training AI models. Real-world challenges showcase its superiority over previous AI models, resolving nearly 14 per cent of issues compared to the under 2 per cent achieved by its predecessors – a significant breakthrough in software engineering. Beyond theoretical prowess, Devin has demonstrated its efficacy on platforms like Upwork, tackling real-world coding tasks effortlessly, including debugging computer vision models and generating detailed reports. Devin signifies a monumental stride in AI technology, revolutionizing software development by automating routine tasks and enabling engineers to focus on more complex problems. Whether you're a seasoned engineer or just starting out, Devin promises to make your job easier and more exhilarating than ever before. (With inputs from agencies)

World’s first AI software engineer Devin can write code with a single prompt

In Gaza, the EU's foreign policy chief Josep Borrell has asserted that starvation is being employed as a tool of warfare. Josep Borrell characterised the absence of aid reaching the region as a calamity deliberately caused by human actions.

Despite a Spanish ship transporting crucial food supplies from Cyprus to Gaza, the UN underscores that this effort cannot fully replace land deliveries.

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In the face of Israeli restrictions on road access, aid agencies report that only a fraction of the necessary aid is reaching its destination. To address this, alternative routes such as sea and air drops are being explored and used now. 
 
Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has, meanwhile, vowed to press on with an offensive in southern Gaza.

The UN World Food Programme recently used a land route to deliver aid to northern Gaza, with ongoing efforts to scale up these deliveries.

On Tuesday, a UN World Food Programme convoy used a land route to deliver aid to northern Gaza for the first time in three weeks.

The trucks used an Israeli military road running along Gaza's border fence, Jamie McGoldrick, UN aid coordinator for the Occupied Palestinian Territory, told Reuters.

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Enough food for 25,000 people was delivered to Gaza City, with WFP spokesperson Shaza Moghraby saying they were hoping to scale up deliveries, but need access to be regular and consistent.

Israel says it is not to blame for Gaza's food shortages as it is allowing aid through two crossings in the south.

Borrell, in his address to the UN Security Council, emphasised that the humanitarian crisis is a consequence of the lack of viable land routes.

The UN has issued a warning that a significant portion of Gaza's population is teetering on the brink of famine. Tragically, at least 27 people, including many children, have succumbed to malnutrition and dehydration in the past two weeks, according to Gaza's Hamas-run health ministry.

In response to this dire situation, the EU is actively working to facilitate humanitarian assistance. Borrell drew parallels between the use of starvation as a weapon in Gaza and similar condemnations in Ukraine.

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Meanwhile, the UN continues its mediation efforts while Israel's military campaign in Gaza persists.

(With inputs from agencies)

In Gaza, the EU's foreign policy chief Josep Borrell has asserted that starvation is being employed as a tool of warfare. Josep Borrell characterised the absence of aid reaching the region as a calamity deliberately caused by human actions.

In Gaza, the EU's foreign policy chief Josep Borrell has asserted that starvation is being employed as a tool of warfare. Josep Borrell characterised the absence of aid reaching the region as a calamity deliberately caused by human actions. Despite a Spanish ship transporting crucial food supplies from Cyprus to Gaza, the UN underscores that this effort cannot fully replace land deliveries. Also read: Beaten, attacked by dogs, raped: UN report alleges Palestinians suffering horrible abuse in Israeli detention In the face of Israeli restrictions on road access, aid agencies report that only a fraction of the necessary aid is reaching its destination. To address this, alternative routes such as sea and air drops are being explored and used now. Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has, meanwhile, vowed to press on with an offensive in southern Gaza. The UN World Food Programme recently used a land route to deliver aid to northern Gaza, with ongoing efforts to scale up these deliveries. On Tuesday, a UN World Food Programme convoy used a land route to deliver aid to northern Gaza for the first time in three weeks. The trucks used an Israeli military road running along Gaza's border fence, Jamie McGoldrick, UN aid coordinator for the Occupied Palestinian Territory, told Reuters. Also read | UN finds 'credible' evidence of sexual violence, including gang rapes, during Hamas attack on Israel Enough food for 25,000 people was delivered to Gaza City, with WFP spokesperson Shaza Moghraby saying they were hoping to scale up deliveries, but need access to be regular and consistent. Israel says it is not to blame for Gaza's food shortages as it is allowing aid through two crossings in the south. Borrell, in his address to the UN Security Council, emphasised that the humanitarian crisis is a consequence of the lack of viable land routes. The UN has issued a warning that a significant portion of Gaza's population is teetering on the brink of famine. Tragically, at least 27 people, including many children, have succumbed to malnutrition and dehydration in the past two weeks, according to Gaza's Hamas-run health ministry. In response to this dire situation, the EU is actively working to facilitate humanitarian assistance. Borrell drew parallels between the use of starvation as a weapon in Gaza and similar condemnations in Ukraine. Also read | Israel-Hamas war: US airdrops fresh round of humanitarian aid to Gaza; 36,800 meals delivered Meanwhile, the UN continues its mediation efforts while Israel's military campaign in Gaza persists. (With inputs from agencies)

Israel-Hamas war: Starvation being used as a weapon, says EU foreign policy chief

Amid escalating turmoil in Haiti, the Biden administration is exploring the possibility of using&nbsp;Guantanamo Bay to process Haitian migrants in the event of a mass exodus to the US, according to a CNN report.&nbsp;

Guantanamo Bay, located approximately 321 kilometres&nbsp;from Haiti, has historically served as a migrant centre&nbsp;to accommodate and process migrants before repatriating them to Haiti or another country.

Discussions to expand capacity at the site shed light on&nbsp;the administration's growing concerns over the prospect of large-scale migration from Haiti, with gangs wreaking havoc and social order teetering on the edge of collapse.

<h2>Navigating migration challenges</h2>

Migrants from Haiti have often attempted to take on the perilous journey to Florida by sea, prompting the US to consider intercepting and transporting them to Guantanamo for processing and potential repatriation.

The National Security Council is closely monitoring migration routes, though current irregular migration flows through the Caribbean remain low.

“We are clear-eyed that economic, political, and security instability are key drivers for migrants around the world.&nbsp; We are closely monitoring the situation&nbsp;and the routes frequently used by migrants to reach our borders and at this time, irregular migration flows through the Caribbean remain low,” a National Security Council spokesperson told CNN.

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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis&nbsp;announced on Wednesday (Mar 13)&nbsp;that he was&nbsp;sending over 250 additional soldiers and officers, as well as aircraft and boats, to "protect" the state from vessels carrying illegal immigrants from Haiti – as gang violence has brought additional turmoil to the Caribbean nation.

Haiti has plunged into chaos following attacks on government structures and rampant gang violence, with gangs reportedly controlling 80 per cent&nbsp;of the capital. Tens of thousands have been displaced, exacerbating an already dire humanitarian situation. Amid the unrest, the US deployed a Marine Fleet-Anti-terrorism Security Team to bolster security at the embassy in Port-au-Prince.

As the Biden administration anticipates a potential mass migration event, contingency plans are being drafted to address resource constraints. Immigration agencies, grappling with funding shortages, are set&nbsp;to release thousands of migrants unless additional funds are secured.&nbsp;

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Despite ongoing challenges in securing supplemental funding for border security, efforts to address migration challenges persist amid heightened concerns over Haiti's escalating crisis.

(With inputs from agencies)

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Amid escalating turmoil in Haiti, the Biden administration is exploring the possibility of using Guantanamo Bay to process Haitian migrants in the event of a mass exodus to the US, according to a CNN report.

Amid escalating turmoil in Haiti, the Biden administration is exploring the possibility of using Guantanamo Bay to process Haitian migrants in the event of a mass exodus to the US, according to a CNN report. Guantanamo Bay, located approximately 321 kilometres from Haiti, has historically served as a migrant centre to accommodate and process migrants before repatriating them to Haiti or another country. Discussions to expand capacity at the site shed light on the administration's growing concerns over the prospect of large-scale migration from Haiti, with gangs wreaking havoc and social order teetering on the edge of collapse. Navigating migration challenges Migrants from Haiti have often attempted to take on the perilous journey to Florida by sea, prompting the US to consider intercepting and transporting them to Guantanamo for processing and potential repatriation. The National Security Council is closely monitoring migration routes, though current irregular migration flows through the Caribbean remain low. “We are clear-eyed that economic, political, and security instability are key drivers for migrants around the world. We are closely monitoring the situation and the routes frequently used by migrants to reach our borders and at this time, irregular migration flows through the Caribbean remain low,” a National Security Council spokesperson told CNN. Also read | 'Woe betide anyone': Haiti gang leader Barbecue threatens hotels 'hiding politicians' in his bloody revolution Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Wednesday (Mar 13) that he was sending over 250 additional soldiers and officers, as well as aircraft and boats, to "protect" the state from vessels carrying illegal immigrants from Haiti – as gang violence has brought additional turmoil to the Caribbean nation. Haiti has plunged into chaos following attacks on government structures and rampant gang violence, with gangs reportedly controlling 80 per cent of the capital. Tens of thousands have been displaced, exacerbating an already dire humanitarian situation. Amid the unrest, the US deployed a Marine Fleet-Anti-terrorism Security Team to bolster security at the embassy in Port-au-Prince. As the Biden administration anticipates a potential mass migration event, contingency plans are being drafted to address resource constraints. Immigration agencies, grappling with funding shortages, are set to release thousands of migrants unless additional funds are secured. Also watch | Haiti Gang Violence Escalates: Amid escalating violence in Haiti, PM resigns Despite ongoing challenges in securing supplemental funding for border security, efforts to address migration challenges persist amid heightened concerns over Haiti's escalating crisis. (With inputs from agencies)

Biden administration weighs using Guantanamo Bay for Haitian migrant influx

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Nex Benedict, a 16-year-old student from Oklahoma, who passed away one day after an altercation in a high school bathroom, died by suicide, according to the state's medical examiner. The examination report, which identified Benedict as nonbinary and used they/them pronouns, cited a lethal combination of two different medications as the cause of death, reported CBS News.&nbsp;

"From the beginning of this investigation, Owasso Police observed many indications that this death was the result of suicide," the Owasso Police Department said in a statement.

"However, investigators did not wish to confirm that information without the final results being presented by the Oklahoma Medical Examiners Office," he added.

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<h2>Events leading to the death</h2>

The day before&nbsp;their (Benedict used they/them pronouns) death, Benedict was involved in a physical altercation inside&nbsp;the girls' restroom at Owasso High School. After the altercation, Benedict was sent to the hospital by a school nurse.

During interactions with police officers, Benedict disclosed being harassed by three girls, leading to the confrontation initiated by Benedict throwing water at them. The altercation appears to have been triggered by harassment related to Benedict's gender identity.

On the day following the altercation, Benedict's mother contacted emergency services, expressing concern about Benedict's deteriorating condition.

Reports described shallow breathing, eyes rolling back, and curled hands. Despite these&nbsp;symptoms, preliminary autopsy findings indicated that Benedict's death was not a result of injuries sustained during the altercation.

Dr&nbsp;Margaret Coates, superintendent of Owasso Public Schools, expressed sorrow over Benedict's death.&nbsp;

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"As we mourn together, OPS remains focused on the safety and well-being of our students and staff. Let's continue to lean on each other in the days ahead," she told CBS News.

Benedict's passing has sparked demonstrations and candlelight vigils in various US&nbsp;urban centres, stretching from New York to Los Angeles.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

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Disclaimer: Some readers may find the story disturbing. Discretion is advised. Nex Benedict, a 16-year-old student from Oklahoma, who passed away one day after an altercation in a high school bathroom, died by suicide, according to the state's medical examiner.

Disclaimer: Some readers may find the story disturbing. Discretion is advised. Nex Benedict, a 16-year-old student from Oklahoma, who passed away one day after an altercation in a high school bathroom, died by suicide, according to the state's medical examiner. The examination report, which identified Benedict as nonbinary and used they/them pronouns, cited a lethal combination of two different medications as the cause of death, reported CBS News. "From the beginning of this investigation, Owasso Police observed many indications that this death was the result of suicide," the Owasso Police Department said in a statement. "However, investigators did not wish to confirm that information without the final results being presented by the Oklahoma Medical Examiners Office," he added. Also read | US House passes bill that could ban TikTok Events leading to the death The day before their (Benedict used they/them pronouns) death, Benedict was involved in a physical altercation inside the girls' restroom at Owasso High School. After the altercation, Benedict was sent to the hospital by a school nurse. During interactions with police officers, Benedict disclosed being harassed by three girls, leading to the confrontation initiated by Benedict throwing water at them. The altercation appears to have been triggered by harassment related to Benedict's gender identity. On the day following the altercation, Benedict's mother contacted emergency services, expressing concern about Benedict's deteriorating condition. Reports described shallow breathing, eyes rolling back, and curled hands. Despite these symptoms, preliminary autopsy findings indicated that Benedict's death was not a result of injuries sustained during the altercation. Dr Margaret Coates, superintendent of Owasso Public Schools, expressed sorrow over Benedict's death. Also watch | Trump and Biden set for US Presidential Election rematch "As we mourn together, OPS remains focused on the safety and well-being of our students and staff. Let's continue to lean on each other in the days ahead," she told CBS News. Benedict's passing has sparked demonstrations and candlelight vigils in various US urban centres, stretching from New York to Los Angeles. (With inputs from agencies) If you or someone you know wants help for mental well being, don't hesitate to talk to a professional. Aasra (Mumbai) 022-27546669, 98204 66726, Sneha (Chennai) 044-24640050, Sumaitri (Delhi) 011-23389090, Cooj (Goa) 0832- 2252525, Jeevan (Jamshedpur) 065-76453841, Pratheeksha (Kochi) 048-42448830, Maithri (Kochi) 0484-2540530, Roshni (Hyderabad) 040-66202000, Lifeline 033-64643267 (Kolkata), Parivarthan (Bangalore) +91 76766 02602 WION is not associated with any of these organisations and does not make any recommendations

Nex Benedict: Death of nonbinary US teen after school fight ruled suicide, medical examiner confirms

Just days before Russia's presidential election, Ukrainian long-range drones smashed into two oil facilities deep inside Russia. While an armed incursion claimed by Ukraine-based Russian opponents of the Kremlin unnerved a border region. Watch to know more!

Russia-Ukraine war: 4 killed in Russian drone & bomb attack in eastern Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday urged voters, including those in annexed parts of Ukraine, to cast their votes in Russia's upcoming presidential election, where he is expected to secure a victory.&nbsp;

This comes as Moldova accused Russia of violating its laws by printing ballot papers in the separatist region of Transdniestria for the Russian presidential election.

<h2>Exercise your right to vote: Putin</h2>

In a video address, Putin told citizens, "It is vital to underscore our cohesion and resolve and move forward together. Every vote you cast is valued and meaningful."

"I therefore ask you in the coming three days to exercise your right to vote," he added.

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Putin's address highlighted the voters' desire for a strong, prosperous, and free Russia, "in order to raise living standards and the quality of life."&nbsp;

"And that is how it will be," he said, emphasising that voting was a "demonstration of patriotic feeling," particularly in areas of eastern and southern Ukraine now under Russian control.

Putin, who faces three challengers, none of whom have criticised him, enjoys strong support, with recent polls showing him standing at 75 per cent approval.&nbsp;

However, two candidates who were seeking to end the conflict in Ukraine have been disqualified.

<h2>Moldova's allegations&nbsp;against Russia</h2>

Meanwhile, ex-Soviet Moldova has accused Russia of breaking laws by printing ballot papers in Transdniestria ahead of the Russian presidential election.&nbsp;

"These ballots were more than likely printed right there (in Transdniestria) to avoid taking them through a border crossing," said the nation's Deputy Prime Minister Oleg Serebrian before a government meeting.

"It is hard to say how they would have been brought over a border. Moldova's borders are controlled and there is no way of legally bringing them in or taking them out."

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The country's pro-European authorities also summoned the Russian ambassador to protest Russia's decision to open six polling stations in Transdniestria, arguing it breached an agreement allowing voting only at the Russian embassy in Chisinau.

Transdniestria, which split from Moldova as the Soviet Union collapsed, remains unrecognised internationally and heavily reliant on Russian support. The region's printing of ballots in defiance of Moldovan laws is seen as a challenge to Moldova's authority.

However, the Russian ambassador called the complaint unfounded and said that Moscow was simply enabling around 250,000 Russian nationals in Moldova to vote.

(With inputs from agencies)

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday urged voters, including those in annexed parts of Ukraine, to cast their votes in Russia's upcoming presidential election, where he is expected to secure a victory.

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday urged voters, including those in annexed parts of Ukraine, to cast their votes in Russia's upcoming presidential election, where he is expected to secure a victory. This comes as Moldova accused Russia of violating its laws by printing ballot papers in the separatist region of Transdniestria for the Russian presidential election. Exercise your right to vote: Putin In a video address, Putin told citizens, "It is vital to underscore our cohesion and resolve and move forward together. Every vote you cast is valued and meaningful." "I therefore ask you in the coming three days to exercise your right to vote," he added. Also read | Britain redefines 'extremism' in the face of rising hate crimes, critics call it a threat to free speech Putin's address highlighted the voters' desire for a strong, prosperous, and free Russia, "in order to raise living standards and the quality of life." "And that is how it will be," he said, emphasising that voting was a "demonstration of patriotic feeling," particularly in areas of eastern and southern Ukraine now under Russian control. Putin, who faces three challengers, none of whom have criticised him, enjoys strong support, with recent polls showing him standing at 75 per cent approval. However, two candidates who were seeking to end the conflict in Ukraine have been disqualified. Moldova's allegations against Russia Meanwhile, ex-Soviet Moldova has accused Russia of breaking laws by printing ballot papers in Transdniestria ahead of the Russian presidential election. "These ballots were more than likely printed right there (in Transdniestria) to avoid taking them through a border crossing," said the nation's Deputy Prime Minister Oleg Serebrian before a government meeting. "It is hard to say how they would have been brought over a border. Moldova's borders are controlled and there is no way of legally bringing them in or taking them out." Also read | This is what new Russian school textbook says about Crimea, Mariupol, and NATO The country's pro-European authorities also summoned the Russian ambassador to protest Russia's decision to open six polling stations in Transdniestria, arguing it breached an agreement allowing voting only at the Russian embassy in Chisinau. Transdniestria, which split from Moldova as the Soviet Union collapsed, remains unrecognised internationally and heavily reliant on Russian support. The region's printing of ballots in defiance of Moldovan laws is seen as a challenge to Moldova's authority. However, the Russian ambassador called the complaint unfounded and said that Moscow was simply enabling around 250,000 Russian nationals in Moldova to vote. (With inputs from agencies)

Russia election 2024: Putin urges citizens to vote even as Moldova accuses Moscow of breaking laws

Some parts of Kansas and Missouri in the United States faced volatile weather on Wednesday night (Mar 13) as storms brought massive chunks of hail into the city.&nbsp;

The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm warning for the Kansas City metro area and added that the area is likely to witness a storm which will bring hail as big as softballs or baseballs.&nbsp;

“If you are in this warning, get away from windows and shelter inside now!!!” posted the National Weather Service on X, formerly known as Twitter.&nbsp;

The weather service stated that the storm had earlier produced “softball-sized hail". Taking to X, the National Weather Service said that traffic has been halted for the time being in one part of Interstate 70 because of the weather.&nbsp;

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The National Weather Service issued various tornado warnings in the areas around Topeka as severe thunderstorm warnings were issued for northeast of Kansas City in Missouri.

Senior meteorologist at AccuWeather, Alex Sosnowski said that the predicted hail appeared like “gorilla hail” due to its potential of being huge in size.&nbsp;

<h2>What is gorilla hail?</h2>

The term “gorilla hail” has been coined by Reed Timmer, who is a storm chaser and claims to be an extreme meteorologist, said Sosnowski.&nbsp;

The term has been given because some hail, falling in north-central Kansas and north-central Missouri, can be as big as a baseball, he said.

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“When you get up to tennis ball, baseball-sized or God forbid softball-sized, that can do a tremendous amount of damage, and if you get hit in the head, that could be fatal,” Sosnowski added.

Cars remain especially vulnerable to damage so Sosnowski appealed to people to find a covered place to park their vehicles.

After the hailstorm, there is a possibility of heavy rain in the same corridor. The National Weather Service also issued a warning of the risk of flash flooding.

The biggest threat is torrential rain up to 4 inches (10 centimetres) which&nbsp;is likely to happen on Friday (Mar 15).&nbsp;

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Some parts of Kansas and Missouri in the United States faced volatile weather on Wednesday night (Mar 13) as storms brought massive chunks of hail into the city.

Some parts of Kansas and Missouri in the United States faced volatile weather on Wednesday night (Mar 13) as storms brought massive chunks of hail into the city. The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm warning for the Kansas City metro area and added that the area is likely to witness a storm which will bring hail as big as softballs or baseballs. “If you are in this warning, get away from windows and shelter inside now!!!” posted the National Weather Service on X, formerly known as Twitter. The weather service stated that the storm had earlier produced “softball-sized hail". Taking to X, the National Weather Service said that traffic has been halted for the time being in one part of Interstate 70 because of the weather. Also Read: Drenching your head with rainwater during lightning storm increases survival chances by 90%: Study The National Weather Service issued various tornado warnings in the areas around Topeka as severe thunderstorm warnings were issued for northeast of Kansas City in Missouri. Senior meteorologist at AccuWeather, Alex Sosnowski said that the predicted hail appeared like “gorilla hail” due to its potential of being huge in size. What is gorilla hail? The term “gorilla hail” has been coined by Reed Timmer, who is a storm chaser and claims to be an extreme meteorologist, said Sosnowski. The term has been given because some hail, falling in north-central Kansas and north-central Missouri, can be as big as a baseball, he said. Watch: Storm in Australia leaves half a million in the dark; power station goes down “When you get up to tennis ball, baseball-sized or God forbid softball-sized, that can do a tremendous amount of damage, and if you get hit in the head, that could be fatal,” Sosnowski added. Cars remain especially vulnerable to damage so Sosnowski appealed to people to find a covered place to park their vehicles. After the hailstorm, there is a possibility of heavy rain in the same corridor. The National Weather Service also issued a warning of the risk of flash flooding. The biggest threat is torrential rain up to 4 inches (10 centimetres) which is likely to happen on Friday (Mar 15). (With inputs from agencies)

Get away from windows! 'Gorilla hail' threatens United States Midwest. What is it?

An aid ship, which was docked in Cyprus for close to a month, finally set sail for the war-ravaged Gaza Strip on Tuesday (Mar 12). The ship is carrying 200 tonnes of aid in a pilot project to open a sea route to deliver supplies to those impacted by the ongoing war in Gaza.&nbsp;

Several international agencies have warned that the population in Gaza is on the brink of famine and collective effort is required to end fighting.&nbsp;

The charity ship Open Arms was seen leaving Larnaca port in Cyprus, pulling a barge containing wheat, rice, and protein.&nbsp;

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A video showed the Spanish-flagged ship departing the Mediterranean island's southern port of Larnaca. However, the time was not revealed.&nbsp;

According to the government officials in Cyprus, the exact timing of the vessel's departure would not be released "for security reasons".&nbsp;

The mission was mostly funded by the UAE and organised by the United States-based nonprofit World Central Kitchen (WCK).&nbsp;

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The journey to Gaza takes about 15 hours but a heavy tow barge could make the trip considerably longer, possibly up to two days. Cyprus is just over 320 km north-west of Gaza.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, the US military said its vessel, General Frank S. Besson, was also on the way to provide humanitarian relief to Gaza by sea.&nbsp;

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Earlier on Monday, Greek Cypriot media reported that the Open Arms had been delayed for no other reason than that there was nowhere to land the shipment.&nbsp;

According to Politis, which is a leading daily, "The delay is due to the fact that that a platform [landing point] in Gaza is not yet ready to receive the 150 tonnes of humanitarian help that the vessel is transporting, according to the Cyprus news agency's information."&nbsp;

<h2>EU chief thanked the president of Cyprus&nbsp;</h2>

Ursula von der Leyen, the EU Commission president, thanked Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides for the island's "leadership in setting up the humanitarian maritime corridor to Gaza".&nbsp;

Taking to her official account on X, the EU chief wrote that "the departure of the first ship is a sign of hope. We will work together for many more ships to follow. We will do everything in our power for aid to reach Palestinians".&nbsp; 
 
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An aid ship, which was docked in Cyprus for close to a month, finally set sail for the war-ravaged Gaza Strip on Tuesday (Mar 12). The ship is carrying 200 tonnes of aid in a pilot project to open a sea route to deliver supplies to those impacted by the ongoing war in Gaza.

An aid ship, which was docked in Cyprus for close to a month, finally set sail for the war-ravaged Gaza Strip on Tuesday (Mar 12). The ship is carrying 200 tonnes of aid in a pilot project to open a sea route to deliver supplies to those impacted by the ongoing war in Gaza. Several international agencies have warned that the population in Gaza is on the brink of famine and collective effort is required to end fighting. The charity ship Open Arms was seen leaving Larnaca port in Cyprus, pulling a barge containing wheat, rice, and protein. Also read: Houthi rebels target US ship 'Pinocchio' in Red Sea as 11 killed in US-British airstrikes A video showed the Spanish-flagged ship departing the Mediterranean island's southern port of Larnaca. However, the time was not revealed. According to the government officials in Cyprus, the exact timing of the vessel's departure would not be released "for security reasons". The mission was mostly funded by the UAE and organised by the United States-based nonprofit World Central Kitchen (WCK). Also Read: Israel-Hamas war: Netanyahu reacts to perceived tensions between Israel and US The journey to Gaza takes about 15 hours but a heavy tow barge could make the trip considerably longer, possibly up to two days. Cyprus is just over 320 km north-west of Gaza. Meanwhile, the US military said its vessel, General Frank S. Besson, was also on the way to provide humanitarian relief to Gaza by sea. Watch: UN Security Council meets on findings of Hamas 'sexual violence' attacks × Earlier on Monday, Greek Cypriot media reported that the Open Arms had been delayed for no other reason than that there was nowhere to land the shipment. According to Politis, which is a leading daily, "The delay is due to the fact that that a platform [landing point] in Gaza is not yet ready to receive the 150 tonnes of humanitarian help that the vessel is transporting, according to the Cyprus news agency's information." EU chief thanked the president of Cyprus Ursula von der Leyen, the EU Commission president, thanked Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides for the island's "leadership in setting up the humanitarian maritime corridor to Gaza". Taking to her official account on X, the EU chief wrote that "the departure of the first ship is a sign of hope. We will work together for many more ships to follow. We will do everything in our power for aid to reach Palestinians". (With inputs from agencies)

Israel-Hamas war: 'Open Arms', a ship carrying 200 tonnes of aid for Gaza, leaves from Cyprus

US intelligence said that Iran neither orchestrated nor had foreknowledge of the October 7 attacks on Israel.&nbsp;In the UK, former prime minister Boris Johnson is set to make an election comeback. Meanwhile, Jimmy Kimmel was told by Oscar producers to not read Donald Trump's review of the showpiece Academy event, but he did.&nbsp;

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Google, the Alphabet-owned tech giant, has implemented restrictions on its AI chatbot Gemini, preventing it from answering question&nbsp;regarding global elections slated to occur this year, including the presidential elections in the US and general elections in India. 
 
The decision announced on Tuesday (Mar 12) aims to mitigate potential risks associated with the deployment of such technology, particularly in the context of electoral events.

This comes amid growing concerns surrounding the proliferation of misinformation and fake news, driven&nbsp;by advancements in generative AI technology. These advancements extend to areas such as image and video generation, raising alarms among the public and prompting governments to consider regulatory measures to address these issues.

<h2>Gemini's response to election queries</h2>

When prompted with questions regarding elections, including the upcoming US&nbsp;presidential race featuring Joe Biden and Donald Trump, Gemini responded with a message indicating its ongoing learning process and suggested&nbsp;using Google Search as an alternative resource.

Google had previously announced restrictions within the US&nbsp;in December, with plans to enforce them prior to the election.&nbsp;

"In preparation for the many elections happening around the world in 2024 and out of an abundance of caution, we are restricting the types of election-related queries for which Gemini will return responses," a company spokesperson told Reuters.

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Besides the United States, several other countries, including South Africa and India, are gearing up for national elections. India, in particular, has mandated that tech firms obtain government approval before releasing AI tools deemed "unreliable" or still in the trial phase.

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Google's AI products have faced scrutiny following inaccuracies observed in historical depictions generated by Gemini, prompting the suspension of the chatbot's image-generation feature. CEO Sundar Pichai acknowledged these issues, describing the chatbot's responses as biased and unacceptable while affirming the company's commitment to resolving them.

Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, announced plans to establish a dedicated team to combat disinformation and misuse of generative AI leading up to the European Parliament elections scheduled for June.&nbsp;

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Google, the Alphabet-owned tech giant, has implemented restrictions on its AI chatbot Gemini, preventing it from answering question regarding global elections slated to occur this year, including the presidential elections in the US and general elections in India.

Google, the Alphabet-owned tech giant, has implemented restrictions on its AI chatbot Gemini, preventing it from answering question regarding global elections slated to occur this year, including the presidential elections in the US and general elections in India. The decision announced on Tuesday (Mar 12) aims to mitigate potential risks associated with the deployment of such technology, particularly in the context of electoral events. This comes amid growing concerns surrounding the proliferation of misinformation and fake news, driven by advancements in generative AI technology. These advancements extend to areas such as image and video generation, raising alarms among the public and prompting governments to consider regulatory measures to address these issues. Gemini's response to election queries When prompted with questions regarding elections, including the upcoming US presidential race featuring Joe Biden and Donald Trump, Gemini responded with a message indicating its ongoing learning process and suggested using Google Search as an alternative resource. Google had previously announced restrictions within the US in December, with plans to enforce them prior to the election. "In preparation for the many elections happening around the world in 2024 and out of an abundance of caution, we are restricting the types of election-related queries for which Gemini will return responses," a company spokesperson told Reuters. Also read | Broadcom eyes $10 billion in AI chip sales for 2024: Report Besides the United States, several other countries, including South Africa and India, are gearing up for national elections. India, in particular, has mandated that tech firms obtain government approval before releasing AI tools deemed "unreliable" or still in the trial phase. Also watch | Google sued over Pixel 6 pro smartphones being too hot Google's AI products have faced scrutiny following inaccuracies observed in historical depictions generated by Gemini, prompting the suspension of the chatbot's image-generation feature. CEO Sundar Pichai acknowledged these issues, describing the chatbot's responses as biased and unacceptable while affirming the company's commitment to resolving them. Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, announced plans to establish a dedicated team to combat disinformation and misuse of generative AI leading up to the European Parliament elections scheduled for June. (With inputs from agencies)

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A close ally of Alexei Navalny, Leonid Volkov, was attacked with a hammer and tear gas outside his house in Vilnius, the capital city of Lithuania.&nbsp;

The incident took place days after Russian opposition leader&nbsp;Alexei Navalny died in the Arctic prison under mysterious circumstances.&nbsp;

Navalny spokesperson Kira Yarmysh said that an unknown assailant assaulted Volkov with a hammer and tear gas while he was sitting in his car on Tuesday night (Mar 12). He added that the assailant's motive is unknown.

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“Volkov has just been attacked outside his house. Someone broke a car window and sprayed teargas in his eyes, after which the attacker started hitting Leonid with a hammer,” wrote former Navalny spokesperson Kira Yarmysh on social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter.&nbsp;

<h2>Lithuania expresses 'shock', investigates the incident</h2>

According to the Reuters news agency, the Lithuanian police were informed of the incident and have been investigating the attack.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Lithuania’s Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis said that the attack reported is “shocking”.

“News about Leonid’s assault is shocking. Relevant authorities are at work. Perpetrators will have to answer for their crime,” wrote Landsbergis on X.

The Lithuanian police told the local news outlet Delfi that “a man, a Russian citizen, was beaten near his home in Vilnius” on Tuesday evening.

Volkov recently urged Russians to turn out in big numbers for an election-day protest ahead of the upcoming presidential elections.

Ivan Zhdanov, another member of Navalny's team,&nbsp;shared pictures of Volkov on social media which showed his bloodied lower left leg and what appeared like a bruise to his temple.

Watch:&nbsp;Alexei Navalny, Putin critic and Russian opposition leader dies in jail

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While informing if the assailant shouted anything during an attack, Zhdanov said, "Everything happened in silence. Of course this is a clear political attack, there is no doubt here".

Meanwhile, Volkov's wife said that he had broken his arm in the attack, however, now he has come back home from hospital adding that he was not able to walk due to the hammer blows to his leg.

"We will all work even more. And with even greater anger," she wrote on X.&nbsp;

Volkov has stayed outside Russia for a few years to ensure his own safety and served as chief-of-staff of Navalny up until the opposition leader lost his life in the Russian Arctic prison last month while serving a 19-year&nbsp;prison term.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

A close ally of Alexei Navalny, Leonid Volkov, was attacked with a hammer and tear gas outside his house in Vilnius, the capital city of Lithuania. The incident took place days after Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny died in the Arctic prison under mysterious circumstances.

A close ally of Alexei Navalny, Leonid Volkov, was attacked with a hammer and tear gas outside his house in Vilnius, the capital city of Lithuania. The incident took place days after Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny died in the Arctic prison under mysterious circumstances. Navalny spokesperson Kira Yarmysh said that an unknown assailant assaulted Volkov with a hammer and tear gas while he was sitting in his car on Tuesday night (Mar 12). He added that the assailant's motive is unknown. Also Read: Prisoner exchange negotiations were ‘underway’ with Kremlin before Navalny’s death: Report “Volkov has just been attacked outside his house. Someone broke a car window and sprayed teargas in his eyes, after which the attacker started hitting Leonid with a hammer,” wrote former Navalny spokesperson Kira Yarmysh on social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter. Lithuania expresses 'shock', investigates the incident According to the Reuters news agency, the Lithuanian police were informed of the incident and have been investigating the attack. Meanwhile, Lithuania’s Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis said that the attack reported is “shocking”. “News about Leonid’s assault is shocking. Relevant authorities are at work. Perpetrators will have to answer for their crime,” wrote Landsbergis on X. The Lithuanian police told the local news outlet Delfi that “a man, a Russian citizen, was beaten near his home in Vilnius” on Tuesday evening. Volkov recently urged Russians to turn out in big numbers for an election-day protest ahead of the upcoming presidential elections. Ivan Zhdanov, another member of Navalny's team, shared pictures of Volkov on social media which showed his bloodied lower left leg and what appeared like a bruise to his temple. Watch: Alexei Navalny, Putin critic and Russian opposition leader dies in jail While informing if the assailant shouted anything during an attack, Zhdanov said, "Everything happened in silence. Of course this is a clear political attack, there is no doubt here". Meanwhile, Volkov's wife said that he had broken his arm in the attack, however, now he has come back home from hospital adding that he was not able to walk due to the hammer blows to his leg. "We will all work even more. And with even greater anger," she wrote on X. Volkov has stayed outside Russia for a few years to ensure his own safety and served as chief-of-staff of Navalny up until the opposition leader lost his life in the Russian Arctic prison last month while serving a 19-year prison term. (With inputs from agencies)

Alexei Navalny's ally Leonid Volkov attacked with hammer in Lithuanian capital

Joe Biden on Tuesday (Mar 12)&nbsp;secured enough delegates to clinch the Democratic Party's nomination for the upcoming US presidential elections in 2024. Hours later, his rival, former&nbsp;president Donald Trump, too clinched the Republican nomination. With these wins, they have set the stage for&nbsp;the US' first election rematch in nearly 70 years.

Before this, the last repeat presidential matchup, as per Reuters, happened&nbsp;in 1956, when Republican President Dwight Eisenhower defeated former Illinois Governor Adlai Stevenson, a Democrat, for the second time.

<h2>How many delegates has Biden won?</h2>

To win the Democratic nomination, a candidate must secure a minimum of 1,969 delegates out of the overall 3,979.&nbsp;

Biden surpassed the delegate requirement needed for the nomination on Tuesday, according to Edison Research. As per the latest tally, he has won 2,011 delegates.&nbsp;

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This milestone was reached as results from the primary contest in Georgia came in. Additional results are expected from Mississippi, Washington state, the Northern Mariana Islands, and Democrats living abroad, which may increase Biden's delegates further.

<h2>What about Trump?</h2>

Trump, who needed 1,215 delegates, has&nbsp;clinched the Republican presidential nomination by securing&nbsp;1,228 delegates as of Tuesday (Mar 12) evening.

Several states, including Georgia, Hawaii, Mississippi, and Washington state, held primaries on Tuesday, offering 161 delegates.

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<h2>Democratic Party committees celebrate&nbsp;Biden's win</h2>

The chairs of the Democratic National Committee (DNC) and Democratic National Convention Committee as per CNN celebrated Biden's status as the presumptive Democratic nominee for president on Tuesday.

DNC Chair Jaime Harrison praised Biden, saying that the incumbent president "understands that our freedoms, our democracy, and the very future of our country are at stake".

Harrison expressed confidence that "once again," Biden would "meet this moment and bring Democrats together this November."

He added the committee looks forward to "our convention in Chicago where we will officially nominate Joe Biden and Kamala Harris as our nominees for President and Vice President of the United States. Let’s finish the job."

Democratic National Convention Committee Chair Minyon Moore also highlighted the convention in Chicago, where delegates from all 57 US states and territories will gather to nominate Biden and Harris in August.&nbsp;

"As we face another battle for the soul of our nation, we encourage every American to tune in to the Democratic National Convention this summer to celebrate the Biden-Harris ticket and rally around Democrats' vision of a free and fair America," said Moore.

(With inputs from agencies)

Joe Biden on Tuesday (Mar 12) secured enough delegates to clinch the Democratic Party's nomination for the upcoming US presidential elections in 2024. Hours later, his rival, former president Donald Trump, too clinched the Republican nomination.

Joe Biden on Tuesday (Mar 12) secured enough delegates to clinch the Democratic Party's nomination for the upcoming US presidential elections in 2024. Hours later, his rival, former president Donald Trump, too clinched the Republican nomination. With these wins, they have set the stage for the US' first election rematch in nearly 70 years. Before this, the last repeat presidential matchup, as per Reuters, happened in 1956, when Republican President Dwight Eisenhower defeated former Illinois Governor Adlai Stevenson, a Democrat, for the second time. How many delegates has Biden won? To win the Democratic nomination, a candidate must secure a minimum of 1,969 delegates out of the overall 3,979. Biden surpassed the delegate requirement needed for the nomination on Tuesday, according to Edison Research. As per the latest tally, he has won 2,011 delegates. Also read | US prosecutor Robert Hur claims report’s assessment of Biden’s memory ‘necessary, accurate and fair’ This milestone was reached as results from the primary contest in Georgia came in. Additional results are expected from Mississippi, Washington state, the Northern Mariana Islands, and Democrats living abroad, which may increase Biden's delegates further. What about Trump? Trump, who needed 1,215 delegates, has clinched the Republican presidential nomination by securing 1,228 delegates as of Tuesday (Mar 12) evening. Several states, including Georgia, Hawaii, Mississippi, and Washington state, held primaries on Tuesday, offering 161 delegates. Also read | Republican National Committee sacks dozens of staff after Lara Trump’s team takes over Democratic Party committees celebrate Biden's win The chairs of the Democratic National Committee (DNC) and Democratic National Convention Committee as per CNN celebrated Biden's status as the presumptive Democratic nominee for president on Tuesday. DNC Chair Jaime Harrison praised Biden, saying that the incumbent president "understands that our freedoms, our democracy, and the very future of our country are at stake". Harrison expressed confidence that "once again," Biden would "meet this moment and bring Democrats together this November." He added the committee looks forward to "our convention in Chicago where we will officially nominate Joe Biden and Kamala Harris as our nominees for President and Vice President of the United States. Let’s finish the job." Democratic National Convention Committee Chair Minyon Moore also highlighted the convention in Chicago, where delegates from all 57 US states and territories will gather to nominate Biden and Harris in August. "As we face another battle for the soul of our nation, we encourage every American to tune in to the Democratic National Convention this summer to celebrate the Biden-Harris ticket and rally around Democrats' vision of a free and fair America," said Moore. (With inputs from agencies)

US Presidential Elections 2024: Biden, Trump set for rematch as both win enough primary delegates

Amid growing concerns over alleged mistreatment of medical staff in Gaza following an Israeli raid, a UK Foreign Office minister has called for a thorough investigation into the matter.

<h2>'A full explanation'</h2>

Responding to inquiries from Labour MP Bethan Winter, Foreign Office minister Andrew Mitchell, as reported by The Guardian, has affirmed the UK government's push for "a full explanation and investigation" into the alleged mistreatment of medical staff.&nbsp;As per media reports, the Israeli raid, which began on February 15, targeted Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, Gaza's largest functioning medical facility.&nbsp;

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Emphasising the importance of upholding international humanitarian law, he added: "When it comes to targeting operations there are lawyers embedded in the Israeli and the IDF command, just as there are in Britain, and that should ensure that the acceptance and honouring of international humanitarian law is kept, but I agree with [Winters] a full explanation is required."

<h2>The purported raids</h2>

Reports from doctors allege that Israel Defense Forces (IDF) ground troops stormed the hospital, cutting off access routes and shelling its premises. Because of the assault, patients, medical staff, and displaced civilians taking shelter at the hospital were forced to flee.&nbsp;

Tragically, at least 13 patients died because of the lack of electricity necessary to operate life-saving equipment like ventilators.

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The IDF defended the raid as "precise and limited," citing intelligence suggesting Hamas militants were using the hospital as a base.

Subsequently, about 200 individuals — including dozens of medics from Nasser, as per a BBC investigation published on Tuesday (March 12) — were detained during the operation.

<h2>Disturbing accounts from the raid</h2>

Disturbing accounts have emerged. As per The Guardian, its sources have described brutal treatment, including beatings and humiliating acts during detention.&nbsp;

One doctor even recounted being blindfolded, stripped to his underwear, and subjected to physical violence, including an incident where his hand was broken by an interrogator.

While the IDF did not address specific allegations, they denied any harm to medical staff, stressing that mistreatment of detainees goes against their orders.

<h2>Not good enough</h2>

Sacha Deshmukh, CEO of Amnesty International UK, expressed dissatisfaction with Mitchell's remarks, and said: "It's not good enough for Andrew Mitchell to say the UK will press the Israeli authorities to investigate these harrowing allegations."

"We know from years of so-called 'investigations' conducted by the Israeli military authorities into abuses committed by their forces in Gaza, the West Bank and East Jerusalem, that there’s a vanishingly small prospect of there being any accountability whatsoever," said Deshmukh.

"The UK must get firmly behind efforts by the international criminal court and the International Court of Justice to properly examine the growing catalogue of atrocities in Gaza."

Previously, an internal UN report had revealed widespread abuse of Palestinian detainees, including beatings and sexual assault.

(With inputs from agencies)

Amid growing concerns over alleged mistreatment of medical staff in Gaza following an Israeli raid, a UK Foreign Office minister has called for a thorough investigation into the matter.

Amid growing concerns over alleged mistreatment of medical staff in Gaza following an Israeli raid, a UK Foreign Office minister has called for a thorough investigation into the matter. 'A full explanation' Responding to inquiries from Labour MP Bethan Winter, Foreign Office minister Andrew Mitchell, as reported by The Guardian, has affirmed the UK government's push for "a full explanation and investigation" into the alleged mistreatment of medical staff. As per media reports, the Israeli raid, which began on February 15, targeted Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, Gaza's largest functioning medical facility. Also read | Israel-Hamas war: Ship carrying 200 tonnes of aid for Gaza leaves from Cyprus Emphasising the importance of upholding international humanitarian law, he added: "When it comes to targeting operations there are lawyers embedded in the Israeli and the IDF command, just as there are in Britain, and that should ensure that the acceptance and honouring of international humanitarian law is kept, but I agree with [Winters] a full explanation is required." The purported raids Reports from doctors allege that Israel Defense Forces (IDF) ground troops stormed the hospital, cutting off access routes and shelling its premises. Because of the assault, patients, medical staff, and displaced civilians taking shelter at the hospital were forced to flee. Tragically, at least 13 patients died because of the lack of electricity necessary to operate life-saving equipment like ventilators. Also read | US intelligence says Iran ‘did not orchestrate nor had foreknowledge’ of October 7 attacks The IDF defended the raid as "precise and limited," citing intelligence suggesting Hamas militants were using the hospital as a base. Subsequently, about 200 individuals — including dozens of medics from Nasser, as per a BBC investigation published on Tuesday (March 12) — were detained during the operation. Disturbing accounts from the raid Disturbing accounts have emerged. As per The Guardian, its sources have described brutal treatment, including beatings and humiliating acts during detention. One doctor even recounted being blindfolded, stripped to his underwear, and subjected to physical violence, including an incident where his hand was broken by an interrogator. While the IDF did not address specific allegations, they denied any harm to medical staff, stressing that mistreatment of detainees goes against their orders. Not good enough Sacha Deshmukh, CEO of Amnesty International UK, expressed dissatisfaction with Mitchell's remarks, and said: "It's not good enough for Andrew Mitchell to say the UK will press the Israeli authorities to investigate these harrowing allegations." "We know from years of so-called 'investigations' conducted by the Israeli military authorities into abuses committed by their forces in Gaza, the West Bank and East Jerusalem, that there’s a vanishingly small prospect of there being any accountability whatsoever," said Deshmukh. "The UK must get firmly behind efforts by the international criminal court and the International Court of Justice to properly examine the growing catalogue of atrocities in Gaza." Previously, an internal UN report had revealed widespread abuse of Palestinian detainees, including beatings and sexual assault. (With inputs from agencies)

UK seeks 'full explanation' from Israel on Gaza hospital raid amid reports of mistreatment of doctors

The deputy prime minister New Zealand, a member of the 'Five-Eyes' intelligence alliance,&nbsp;has raised questions over the claims by Canada on&nbsp;"potential" link of India in Khalistan separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar's killing on Canadian soil.&nbsp;

Five-Eyes comprises the US, UK, Canada, Australia an New Zealand.&nbsp;

Nijjar, who has been as a designated terrorist in India, was shot and killed while he was coming out of a Gurdwara in Surrey, British Columbia on June 18, 2023.

Speaking to Indian media, New Zealand&nbsp;Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters&nbsp;said he had received intelligence reports from Canada in connection with the Nijjar case.&nbsp;

Describing himself as a trained lawyer, Peters expressed scepticism over the evidence submitted by Canada, saying there was none.&nbsp;

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Speaking about if New Zealand expressed its position to India, Peters said he was not handling the matter which was managed primarily by the previous government. At the height of the controversy, Jacinda Ardern was at the helm of New Zealand's Labour government, which was ousted in the&nbsp;elections held in October.

<h2>New Zealand's previous govt looked into Nijjar case: Peters</h2>

“Well, I wasn’t here, it was handled by the previous government. But look, sometimes when you’re hearing Five-Eyes information, you’re hearing it and saying nothing. It is coming past you,"&nbsp;Peters was quoted as saying by The Indian Express newspaper.&nbsp;

"You don’t know the value or the quality of it, but you’re pleased to have it. You don’t know whether there is going to be substantial material value or nothing. But the very, very critical information that matters… This was mainly handled by the previous government.

“As a trained lawyer, I look okay, so where’s the case? Where’s the evidence? Where’s the finding right here, right now? Well, there isn’t one,” he said.&nbsp;

This is for the first time that a member country of Five-Eyes has questioned the allegations of Canada.

Watch:&nbsp;India-Canada diplomatic row: Canada reduces intake of Indian students

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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau last September had alleged that Canadian security agencies were investigating “credible allegations” regarding a “potential” link between Nijjar’s killing and "Indian government agents".

The allegations made by Canada were rejected by the Indian government as “absurd” and “motivated”. 
 
(With inputs from agencies)

The deputy prime minister New Zealand, a member of the 'Five-Eyes' intelligence alliance, has raised questions over the claims by Canada on "potential" link of India in Khalistan separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar's killing on Canadian soil.

The deputy prime minister New Zealand, a member of the 'Five-Eyes' intelligence alliance, has raised questions over the claims by Canada on "potential" link of India in Khalistan separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar's killing on Canadian soil. Five-Eyes comprises the US, UK, Canada, Australia an New Zealand. Nijjar, who has been as a designated terrorist in India, was shot and killed while he was coming out of a Gurdwara in Surrey, British Columbia on June 18, 2023. Speaking to Indian media, New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters said he had received intelligence reports from Canada in connection with the Nijjar case. Describing himself as a trained lawyer, Peters expressed scepticism over the evidence submitted by Canada, saying there was none. Also Read: Video of India-designated terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar’s killing in Canada surfaces Speaking about if New Zealand expressed its position to India, Peters said he was not handling the matter which was managed primarily by the previous government. At the height of the controversy, Jacinda Ardern was at the helm of New Zealand's Labour government, which was ousted in the elections held in October. New Zealand's previous govt looked into Nijjar case: Peters “Well, I wasn’t here, it was handled by the previous government. But look, sometimes when you’re hearing Five-Eyes information, you’re hearing it and saying nothing. It is coming past you," Peters was quoted as saying by The Indian Express newspaper. "You don’t know the value or the quality of it, but you’re pleased to have it. You don’t know whether there is going to be substantial material value or nothing. But the very, very critical information that matters… This was mainly handled by the previous government. “As a trained lawyer, I look okay, so where’s the case? Where’s the evidence? Where’s the finding right here, right now? Well, there isn’t one,” he said. This is for the first time that a member country of Five-Eyes has questioned the allegations of Canada. Watch: India-Canada diplomatic row: Canada reduces intake of Indian students Prime Minister Justin Trudeau last September had alleged that Canadian security agencies were investigating “credible allegations” regarding a “potential” link between Nijjar’s killing and "Indian government agents". The allegations made by Canada were rejected by the Indian government as “absurd” and “motivated”. (With inputs from agencies)

Five-Eyes partner New Zealand raises doubt over Canada's Nijjar killing 'evidence' against India: Reports

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk extended his support to&nbsp;former president Donald Trump in denouncing a potential ban on the Chinese app TikTok, which is popular among the youth in the US.&nbsp;

Lawmakers have been discussing a measure which will force Chinese company ByteDance to sell TikTok in the US by September 30. President Joe Biden said he would sign the bill if it is cleared by US Congress.

In the wake of legislation likely to be passed by Congress this week, Musk took to his social media platform X, formerly Twitter, and said the bill will amount to "censorship and government control".

“This law is not just about TikTok, it is about censorship and government control! If it were just about TikTok, it would only cite “foreign control” as the issue, but it does not,” he wrote on X.

Musk also re-shared a post of Representative Thomas Massie, who had spoken up against the potential TikTok ban, calling it a 'Trojan horse' that&nbsp; will only empower the president to ban not only apps but also websites.&nbsp;

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“The so-called TikTok ban is a trojan horse. The President will be given the power to ban WEBSITES, not just Apps. The person breaking the new law is deemed to be the U.S. (or offshore) INTERNET HOSTING SERVICE or App Store, not the “foreign adversary”,” Massie had said in the post.

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<h2>What did Trump say about the TikTok ban?</h2>

Musk's comments follows Trump's opposition to the TikTok ban. 
 
Trump noted that lots of kids 'will go crazy' without the Chinese-owned video-sharing platform which is being seen as a national security threat for the US due to alleged links to the Communist Party as well as concerns over user data sharing and privacy.

Trump, who himself in 2020 tried to ban TikTok, also said that if the proposal is implemented, it will give unfair advantages to Facebook owner Meta.

"There's a lot of good and there's a lot of bad with TikTok, but the thing I don't like is that without TikTok, you're going to make Facebook bigger, and I consider Facebook to be an enemy of the people, along with a lot of the media," he told CNBC.

Watch:&nbsp;Gravitas: TikTok's desperate lobbying effort backfires in US

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"I'm not looking to make Facebook double the size. I think Facebook has been very bad for our country," he said.

"There are a lot of people on TikTok that love it. There are a lot of young kids on TikTok who will go crazy without it," Trump further said.

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SpaceX CEO Elon Musk extended his support to former president Donald Trump in denouncing a potential ban on the Chinese app TikTok, which is popular among the youth in the US.

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk extended his support to former president Donald Trump in denouncing a potential ban on the Chinese app TikTok, which is popular among the youth in the US. Lawmakers have been discussing a measure which will force Chinese company ByteDance to sell TikTok in the US by September 30. President Joe Biden said he would sign the bill if it is cleared by US Congress. In the wake of legislation likely to be passed by Congress this week, Musk took to his social media platform X, formerly Twitter, and said the bill will amount to "censorship and government control". “This law is not just about TikTok, it is about censorship and government control! If it were just about TikTok, it would only cite “foreign control” as the issue, but it does not,” he wrote on X. Musk also re-shared a post of Representative Thomas Massie, who had spoken up against the potential TikTok ban, calling it a 'Trojan horse' that will only empower the president to ban not only apps but also websites. Also Read: Trump's TikTok U-turn: Says some kids will 'go crazy without it', Facebook 'enemy of the people' “The so-called TikTok ban is a trojan horse. The President will be given the power to ban WEBSITES, not just Apps. The person breaking the new law is deemed to be the U.S. (or offshore) INTERNET HOSTING SERVICE or App Store, not the “foreign adversary”,” Massie had said in the post. This law is not just about TikTok, it is about censorship and government control! If it were just about TikTok, it would only cite “foreign control” as the issue, but it does not. https://t.co/3hpePCE1nS — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) March 12, 2024 × What did Trump say about the TikTok ban? Musk's comments follows Trump's opposition to the TikTok ban. Trump noted that lots of kids 'will go crazy' without the Chinese-owned video-sharing platform which is being seen as a national security threat for the US due to alleged links to the Communist Party as well as concerns over user data sharing and privacy. Trump, who himself in 2020 tried to ban TikTok, also said that if the proposal is implemented, it will give unfair advantages to Facebook owner Meta. "There's a lot of good and there's a lot of bad with TikTok, but the thing I don't like is that without TikTok, you're going to make Facebook bigger, and I consider Facebook to be an enemy of the people, along with a lot of the media," he told CNBC. Watch: Gravitas: TikTok's desperate lobbying effort backfires in US "I'm not looking to make Facebook double the size. I think Facebook has been very bad for our country," he said. "There are a lot of people on TikTok that love it. There are a lot of young kids on TikTok who will go crazy without it," Trump further said.

Elon Musk joins Trump in denouncing proposed TikTok ban in US: 'It's about censorship, govt control'

Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan Tate will be extradited to the United Kingdom, a Romanian court ruled on Tuesday. The duo were previously detained in Romania after an arrest warrant was issued by the British authorities.

Romanian court rules to extradite Tate brothers

A Bangladeshi cargo ship has allegedly&nbsp;been hijacked&nbsp;in the Indian Ocean area and is currently making its way towards the Somali coastline. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said&nbsp;that the vessel was infiltrated by multiple people&nbsp;using&nbsp;two vessels—one large and one small.

The Company Security Officer (CSO) of the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported that the crew members were unharmed, and the vessel is currently occupied by 22 unauthorised individuals armed with weapons.

The ship's last known location is recorded at coordinates 0149N 05425E, navigating at a bearing of 315 degrees toward the Somali coastline.

This vessel represents the latest target amid a resurgence of assaults by pirates in the Indian Ocean region, although maritime security company Ambrey refrained from explicitly attributing the boarding to Somali pirates.

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<h2>Vessel identification and cargo</h2>

According to a Reuters report citing Ambrey, the vessel in question is a bulk carrier flagged under Bangladesh. These types of ships are commonly used for transporting large volumes of cargo. The ship was en route from Mozambique to the United Arab Emirates.

Additionally, Kabir Steel Re-Rolling Mills, the vessel's owner, told&nbsp;Al-Jazeera that it was MV Abdullah, transporting 55,000 tonnes of coal.

“A group of 15-20 Somali pirates hijacked the ship,”&nbsp;Al-Jazeera&nbsp;quoted Meherul Karim, chief executive officer of Kabir Steel Re-Rolling Mills.

Also watch |&nbsp;Indian Naval ship Sumitra rescues vessel hijacked by Somali pirates

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The UKMTO has issued a cautionary advisory to vessels navigating the vicinity and has commenced an investigation into the hijacking incident.

The escalation of pirate activity in the Indian Ocean has been documented since late last year, with the Maritime Security Centre – Horn of Africa registering over 20 hijackings or attempted hijackings in the Gulf of Aden and Somali Basin since November.

(With inputs from agencies)

A Bangladeshi cargo ship has allegedly been hijacked in the Indian Ocean area and is currently making its way towards the Somali coastline. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said that the vessel was infiltrated by multiple people using two vessels—one large and one small.

A Bangladeshi cargo ship has allegedly been hijacked in the Indian Ocean area and is currently making its way towards the Somali coastline. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said that the vessel was infiltrated by multiple people using two vessels—one large and one small. The Company Security Officer (CSO) of the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported that the crew members were unharmed, and the vessel is currently occupied by 22 unauthorised individuals armed with weapons. The ship's last known location is recorded at coordinates 0149N 05425E, navigating at a bearing of 315 degrees toward the Somali coastline. This vessel represents the latest target amid a resurgence of assaults by pirates in the Indian Ocean region, although maritime security company Ambrey refrained from explicitly attributing the boarding to Somali pirates. Also read | Suspected pirates hijack trawler off Somalia: Sri Lanka navy Vessel identification and cargo According to a Reuters report citing Ambrey, the vessel in question is a bulk carrier flagged under Bangladesh. These types of ships are commonly used for transporting large volumes of cargo. The ship was en route from Mozambique to the United Arab Emirates. Additionally, Kabir Steel Re-Rolling Mills, the vessel's owner, told Al-Jazeera that it was MV Abdullah, transporting 55,000 tonnes of coal. “A group of 15-20 Somali pirates hijacked the ship,” Al-Jazeera quoted Meherul Karim, chief executive officer of Kabir Steel Re-Rolling Mills. Also watch | Indian Naval ship Sumitra rescues vessel hijacked by Somali pirates The UKMTO has issued a cautionary advisory to vessels navigating the vicinity and has commenced an investigation into the hijacking incident. The escalation of pirate activity in the Indian Ocean has been documented since late last year, with the Maritime Security Centre – Horn of Africa registering over 20 hijackings or attempted hijackings in the Gulf of Aden and Somali Basin since November. (With inputs from agencies)

Bangladeshi cargo ship 'hijacked' in Indian Ocean now headed for Somalia: Reports

Sudan's Army has seized control of the country's National radio and television headquarters from rival paramilitary rapid support forces of the RSF. The capture comes after weeks of siege and follows the destruction of a large RSF Force attempting to escape the besieged headquarters. Watch to know more!

Sudan Civil War: Army recaptures state broadcasters' headquarters from RSF

A group of six skiers, five of whom died in the Swiss Alps, made a valiant attempt to survive before the sad end: digging snow caves.

They did this in an apparent bid to shield themselves from the cold, revealed the lead rescuer in an interview with Sky News.

Five members of the same family were among the six skiers who embarked on a ski tour from Zermatt, Switzerland, aiming to reach Arolla.

Anjan Truffer, the head of mountain rescue at Air Zermatt AG, was present when the bodies of five cross-country skiers were discovered on Sunday (Mar 10)&nbsp;near Tete Blanche mountain, following their reported disappearance.&nbsp;

The search for a sixth person is still underway, though Truffer stressed the need for realistic expectations.&nbsp;

Truffer told Sky News&nbsp;that his team faced a delay reaching the&nbsp;site near the famed Matterhorn mountain in the Alps due to snowstorms.

Upon arrival, his French counterparts had already found two bodies.

"We started to look for the others with avalanche transceivers and probes and we immediately discovered two more bodies," he said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/switzerlands-glaciers-shrink-overall-volume-by-10-in-two-consecutive-years-study-640687">Also read |&nbsp;Switzerland glaciers’ overall volume shrinks by 10% in last two years, small ones may disappear: Study</a>

<h2>Desperate efforts for survival</h2>

Helicopter footage&nbsp;released by police in Valais canton showed ski tracks and snow piles believed to be makeshift shelters constructed by the skiers.

Truffer said these were their attempts to shield themselves from the elements by burrowing into the snow.

"They did try to make a snow cave to protect themselves from the wind," he told Sky News.

Truffer said the group's lack of suitable equipment, particularly small shovels ill-equipped for heavy snowfall, hindered their ability to cope with rapidly accumulating snow.

Also watch |&nbsp;Five out of six missing skiers found dead in Switzerland

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Setting off from Zermatt, the skiers were also ill-prepared for the harsh conditions, with Truffer noting their light attire.

It is speculated they were training for a race before encountering trouble.

While their ages are estimated to range between 21 and 58, official identification by authorities has not yet been completed.

(With inputs from agencies)

A group of six skiers, five of whom died in the Swiss Alps, made a valiant attempt to survive before the sad end: digging snow caves. They did this in an apparent bid to shield themselves from the cold, revealed the lead rescuer in an interview with Sky News.

A group of six skiers, five of whom died in the Swiss Alps, made a valiant attempt to survive before the sad end: digging snow caves. They did this in an apparent bid to shield themselves from the cold, revealed the lead rescuer in an interview with Sky News. Five members of the same family were among the six skiers who embarked on a ski tour from Zermatt, Switzerland, aiming to reach Arolla. Anjan Truffer, the head of mountain rescue at Air Zermatt AG, was present when the bodies of five cross-country skiers were discovered on Sunday (Mar 10) near Tete Blanche mountain, following their reported disappearance. The search for a sixth person is still underway, though Truffer stressed the need for realistic expectations. Truffer told Sky News that his team faced a delay reaching the site near the famed Matterhorn mountain in the Alps due to snowstorms. Upon arrival, his French counterparts had already found two bodies. "We started to look for the others with avalanche transceivers and probes and we immediately discovered two more bodies," he said. Also read | Switzerland glaciers’ overall volume shrinks by 10% in last two years, small ones may disappear: Study Desperate efforts for survival Helicopter footage released by police in Valais canton showed ski tracks and snow piles believed to be makeshift shelters constructed by the skiers. Truffer said these were their attempts to shield themselves from the elements by burrowing into the snow. "They did try to make a snow cave to protect themselves from the wind," he told Sky News. Truffer said the group's lack of suitable equipment, particularly small shovels ill-equipped for heavy snowfall, hindered their ability to cope with rapidly accumulating snow. Also watch | Five out of six missing skiers found dead in Switzerland Setting off from Zermatt, the skiers were also ill-prepared for the harsh conditions, with Truffer noting their light attire. It is speculated they were training for a race before encountering trouble. While their ages are estimated to range between 21 and 58, official identification by authorities has not yet been completed. (With inputs from agencies)

Skiers tried to make 'snow caves' before they died in Swiss Alps, says rescuer

Pakistan's poll season is not over yet as the authorities recently announced elections for the Senate that will take place on the 2nd of April. With crucial polls nearing Imran Khan has been barred from holding meetings inside the Adiala jail for 2 weeks while officials are citing terror menace critic say it's a moved to prevent the former prime minister from strategizing.

Pakistan: Imran Khan faces curbs on meetings inside Adiala Jail

Haiti's PM Ariel Henry tendered his resignation following an emergency meeting of regional nations and appealed for calm as the country descends into chaos.

Haitian PM Ariel Henry resigns amid escalating violence

Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan Tate will be extradited to the United Kingdom, a Romanian court ruled on Tuesday. The duo were previously detained in Romania after the British authorities issued an arrest warrant.

Romania: Bucharest court allows UK extradition of Tate brothers

The United States is preparing a new military aid package for Ukraine that could be worth as much as $US400 million. Watch in for more details!

US prepares new weapons package for Ukraine, says report

In Congress, Robert Hur the Justice Department Special Council assigned to report on Joe Biden's possession of classified documents testified in front of the House Judiciary Committee. In his statement, Hur defended his report and told Congress that he was doing his job when he criticized Biden's memory however during the hearing, Hur tried to avoid GOP attempts to slam Biden's age.

US: Robert Hur faces questions about his investigation of President Biden

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