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The Israeli military claimed on Wednesday (Mar 13) that its strikes killed a "significant" Hamas member Hadi Ali Mustafa in southern Lebanon.&nbsp;

It said Mustafa was a Hamas operative who was responsible for attacks against Israeli and Jewish targets around the world.&nbsp;

Mustafa was struck outside the southern Lebanese city of Tyre.&nbsp;

Hamas also confirmed the news as its officials said that an Israeli drone strike on a car near the Lebanese city killed a Hamas member from the nearby Palestinian camp of Rashidieh.&nbsp;

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Hamas'&nbsp;Al Aqsa television said Mustafa was a leader of the group's armed wing.&nbsp;

According to two security sources, a Syrian man who was passing by on his motorcycle was also killed in the strike, after earlier saying that the two fatalities had been in Mustafa's car.&nbsp;

All three sources told the news agency that the drone, which they identified as Israeli, hovered in the air above the site of the strike for several minutes before it struck.&nbsp;

Hezbollah, the Lebanese ally of Hamas, has exchanged near-daily fire with Israel since the ongoing war erupted between Hamas and Israel in October. The Palestinian groups in Lebanon have also claimed cross-border attacks.&nbsp;

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Watch:&nbsp;Israel War: UN aid convoy entered north Gaza via new military road&nbsp;

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<h2>Israeli forces kill three Palestinians in West Bank</h2>

Israeli forces shot dead three Palestinians in two separate incidents in the occupied West Bank on Wednesday. As per reports, a total of six Palestinians were killed within hours in the Palestinian territory.&nbsp;

Yousef Nimer, who witnessed an overnight raid on the West Bank city of Jenin, alleged that Israeli forces fired at people he was sitting with outside a hospital as they finished Suhur, the last meal before sunrise during the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan.&nbsp;

"I told them, look, there is something coming towards us. We ran away, then a sniper started to shoot at us," said 16-year-old Nimer as quoted by Reuters. He was wounded and pointed to a hole in one of the hospital's walls which he said had been made by a bullet.&nbsp;

"Some crawled and some ran away. The people who ran away got injured and those who crawled were saved," he added.&nbsp;

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The Israeli military claimed on Wednesday (Mar 13) that its strikes killed a "significant" Hamas member Hadi Ali Mustafa in southern Lebanon. It said Mustafa was a Hamas operative who was responsible for attacks against Israeli and Jewish targets around the world.

The Israeli military claimed on Wednesday (Mar 13) that its strikes killed a "significant" Hamas member Hadi Ali Mustafa in southern Lebanon. It said Mustafa was a Hamas operative who was responsible for attacks against Israeli and Jewish targets around the world. Mustafa was struck outside the southern Lebanese city of Tyre. Hamas also confirmed the news as its officials said that an Israeli drone strike on a car near the Lebanese city killed a Hamas member from the nearby Palestinian camp of Rashidieh. Also read: Israel-Hamas war: Starvation being used as a weapon, says EU official Hamas' Al Aqsa television said Mustafa was a leader of the group's armed wing. According to two security sources, a Syrian man who was passing by on his motorcycle was also killed in the strike, after earlier saying that the two fatalities had been in Mustafa's car. All three sources told the news agency that the drone, which they identified as Israeli, hovered in the air above the site of the strike for several minutes before it struck. Hezbollah, the Lebanese ally of Hamas, has exchanged near-daily fire with Israel since the ongoing war erupted between Hamas and Israel in October. The Palestinian groups in Lebanon have also claimed cross-border attacks. Also read: Global trade disrupted by Red Sea attacks and Panama Canal drought: IMF Watch: Israel War: UN aid convoy entered north Gaza via new military road × Israeli forces kill three Palestinians in West Bank Israeli forces shot dead three Palestinians in two separate incidents in the occupied West Bank on Wednesday. As per reports, a total of six Palestinians were killed within hours in the Palestinian territory. Yousef Nimer, who witnessed an overnight raid on the West Bank city of Jenin, alleged that Israeli forces fired at people he was sitting with outside a hospital as they finished Suhur, the last meal before sunrise during the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan. "I told them, look, there is something coming towards us. We ran away, then a sniper started to shoot at us," said 16-year-old Nimer as quoted by Reuters. He was wounded and pointed to a hole in one of the hospital's walls which he said had been made by a bullet. "Some crawled and some ran away. The people who ran away got injured and those who crawled were saved," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

Israel claims strike on car in south Lebanon kills 'significant' Hamas member

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Former US President Donald Trump reached out to entrepreneur and business magnate Elon Musk last summer, inquiring whether the Tesla CEO would want to purchase Truth Social, as per media reports citing people aware of the talks, which did not lead to a deal.&nbsp;

Truth Social is a social media platform that was announced by Trump in October 2021. It is aimed to offer an alternative to mainstream social media platforms, which some conservatives believe have censored their views.

Although the conversation that took place between the two didn't result in a deal, the Washington Post report also pointed out the extent of communication between the two influential figures. It said that Trump and Musk often had discussions on politics as well as business.&nbsp;

It must be noted that Trump often expresses his opinions and thoughts openly, sometimes without filters, which ends up stoking controversies. Musk, the owner of X, formerly Twitter, in November 2022 restored Trump's account on the platform nearly two years after the former US president was banned for inciting violence.&nbsp;

Now, even as Trump does not post on X, he continues to use Truth Social, where he frequently communicates his views directly to his followers.

<h2>Meet between Trump and Musk</h2>

The report, which indicated a continuing relationship between Trump and Musk, said that there was a meeting between the two earlier this month, along with some Republican donors in Palm Beach, Florida. Although the details of their discussions remain undisclosed.

It is worth mentioning that Musk's political views and affiliations are not strictly aligned with either conservatives or Democrats. He has described himself as a 'socialist' in the past.

Even as Musk has made donations to both Republican and Democratic candidates in the past, this time the SpaceX CEO, after his meeting with Trump, wrote on X,&nbsp;"Just to be super clear, I am not donating money to either candidate for US President."&nbsp;

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Despite Musk's acquisition of Twitter, now rebranded as X, for $44 billion in 2022, he expressed little interest in Truth Social, even criticising its name publicly. Trump has been persistent in his efforts to garner support for the platform and to increase its user base and financial value.

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Trump's media venture, which owns Truth Social, faced financial challenges, including legal issues.

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Former US President Donald Trump reached out to entrepreneur and business magnate Elon Musk last summer, inquiring whether the Tesla CEO would want to purchase Truth Social, as per media reports citing people aware of the talks, which did not lead to a deal.

Former US President Donald Trump reached out to entrepreneur and business magnate Elon Musk last summer, inquiring whether the Tesla CEO would want to purchase Truth Social, as per media reports citing people aware of the talks, which did not lead to a deal. Truth Social is a social media platform that was announced by Trump in October 2021. It is aimed to offer an alternative to mainstream social media platforms, which some conservatives believe have censored their views. Although the conversation that took place between the two didn't result in a deal, the Washington Post report also pointed out the extent of communication between the two influential figures. It said that Trump and Musk often had discussions on politics as well as business. It must be noted that Trump often expresses his opinions and thoughts openly, sometimes without filters, which ends up stoking controversies. Musk, the owner of X, formerly Twitter, in November 2022 restored Trump's account on the platform nearly two years after the former US president was banned for inciting violence. Now, even as Trump does not post on X, he continues to use Truth Social, where he frequently communicates his views directly to his followers. Meet between Trump and Musk The report, which indicated a continuing relationship between Trump and Musk, said that there was a meeting between the two earlier this month, along with some Republican donors in Palm Beach, Florida. Although the details of their discussions remain undisclosed. It is worth mentioning that Musk's political views and affiliations are not strictly aligned with either conservatives or Democrats. He has described himself as a 'socialist' in the past. Even as Musk has made donations to both Republican and Democratic candidates in the past, this time the SpaceX CEO, after his meeting with Trump, wrote on X, "Just to be super clear, I am not donating money to either candidate for US President." Also Read | Global trade disrupted by Red Sea attacks and Panama Canal drought: IMF Despite Musk's acquisition of Twitter, now rebranded as X, for $44 billion in 2022, he expressed little interest in Truth Social, even criticising its name publicly. Trump has been persistent in his efforts to garner support for the platform and to increase its user base and financial value. Also Read | Japanese city warns residents against touching cat which fell in toxic chemical tank Trump's media venture, which owns Truth Social, faced financial challenges, including legal issues. Watch | Israel war | West Bank: Israel army vs resistance groups × Moreover, challenges are also surrounding Trump, particularly in securing funds to address substantial legal cases against him. (With inputs from agencies)

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In a new display of unique abilities, artificial intelligence has now been used to translate Adolf Hitler's 1939 Reichstag speech into English. These videos of AI-translated speech have now gone viral on social media network X and have been watched by tens of millions of people.&nbsp;

In the videos, the dictator is seen calling for the 'annihilation of the Jewish race' in AI-generated English. It appears that Hitler is giving the speech in English in his own voice.&nbsp;

The video has gone viral on the social media platform thanks to the free speech absolutism of Musk.&nbsp;

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Nazi Party's leader Adolf Hitler aimed at eliminating Jews and others - who were seen as Nazi Germany's enemies - across Europe.&nbsp;

Hitler's anti-semitism gave birth to Holocaust in which six million Jews were killed by the Nazi regime.

<h2>Viral video gets unexpected responses from social media user&nbsp;</h2>

Several accounts, operated by humans or bots, shared links to the 2017 neo-Nazi film Europa: The Last Battle while responding to Hitler's video.&nbsp;

The AI software, which was used for generating Hitler videos, was created by voice-cloning startup ElevenLabs, as reported by Wired.

Recently, ElevenLabs faced scrutiny when its tech was put into use for creating robocalls which impersonated United States President Joe Biden.

Watch:&nbsp;Germany likely in recession amid weak demand: Bundesbank

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The video received various comments, as some appeared to appreciate Hitler's speech.

"Did the psychopathic Globalists falsely demonise Hitler like they're trying to demonize Putin?'. It seems so," said the user.&nbsp;

"I'm beginning to think we may have lost WWII," said another user, who had a verified X account.&nbsp;

"It sounds like these people cared about their country above all else,' another comment read.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

In a new display of unique abilities, artificial intelligence has now been used to translate Adolf Hitler's 1939 Reichstag speech into English. These videos of AI-translated speech have now gone viral on social media network X and have been watched by tens of millions of people.

In a new display of unique abilities, artificial intelligence has now been used to translate Adolf Hitler's 1939 Reichstag speech into English. These videos of AI-translated speech have now gone viral on social media network X and have been watched by tens of millions of people. In the videos, the dictator is seen calling for the 'annihilation of the Jewish race' in AI-generated English. It appears that Hitler is giving the speech in English in his own voice. The video has gone viral on the social media platform thanks to the free speech absolutism of Musk. Also Read: Explained | How a German magazine fell for Hitler's fake diaries which are set to be made public Nazi Party's leader Adolf Hitler aimed at eliminating Jews and others - who were seen as Nazi Germany's enemies - across Europe. Hitler's anti-semitism gave birth to Holocaust in which six million Jews were killed by the Nazi regime. Viral video gets unexpected responses from social media user Several accounts, operated by humans or bots, shared links to the 2017 neo-Nazi film Europa: The Last Battle while responding to Hitler's video. The AI software, which was used for generating Hitler videos, was created by voice-cloning startup ElevenLabs, as reported by Wired. Recently, ElevenLabs faced scrutiny when its tech was put into use for creating robocalls which impersonated United States President Joe Biden. Watch: Germany likely in recession amid weak demand: Bundesbank The video received various comments, as some appeared to appreciate Hitler's speech. "Did the psychopathic Globalists falsely demonise Hitler like they're trying to demonize Putin?'. It seems so," said the user. "I'm beginning to think we may have lost WWII," said another user, who had a verified X account. "It sounds like these people cared about their country above all else,' another comment read. (With inputs from agencies)

AI makes Hitler deliver 1939 anti-semitic speech in English, video goes viral

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An estimated 4.9 million children died before their fifth birthday in 2022, a 51 per cent decrease since 2000 and a 62 per cent drop since 1990, according to a UNICEF report, which still warned such progress is "precarious" and unequal.

"There is a lot of good news, and the major one is that we have come to a historic level of under-five mortality, which… reached under 5 million for the first time, so it is 4.9 million per year," Helga Fogstad, director of health at the UN children's agency UNICEF, told AFP.

According to the report, prepared by UNICEF in conjunction with the World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Bank, progress was particularly notable in developing countries such as Malawi, Rwanda and Mongolia, where early childhood mortality has fallen by more than 75 per cent since 2000.&nbsp;

"Behind these numbers lie the stories of midwives and skilled health personnel helping mothers safely deliver their newborns... vaccinating... children against deadly diseases, and (making) home visits to support families," UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell said in a statement.&nbsp;

But "this is a precarious achievement," the report warned. "Progress is at risk of stagnation or reversal unless efforts are taken to neutralise the numerous threats to newborn and child health and survival."

Researchers pointed to already worrying signs, saying that the reduction in under-five deaths has slowed at the global level and notably in the sub-Saharan Africa region.

In total, 162 million children under the age of five have died since 2000, 72 million of whom perished in the first month of life, as complications related to birth are among the main causes of early childhood mortality.&nbsp;

Between the ages of one month and five years, respiratory infections, malaria, and diarrhoea become the main killers — ailments which are all preventable, the report points out.

In order to reach the UN's goal of reducing under-five deaths to 25 per 1,000 births by 2030, 59 countries will need urgent investment in children's health, researchers warned. Without adequate funding, 64 countries will miss the goal of limiting first-month deaths to 12 per 1,000 births.&nbsp;

"These are not just numbers on a page; they represent real lives cut short," the report said.&nbsp;

The numbers also reveal glaring inequalities across the world, as the sub-Saharan Africa region accounted for half of all deaths of children under the age of five in 2022.&nbsp;

A baby born in countries with high early childhood mortality, such as Chad, Nigeria or Somalia, is 80 times more likely to die before their fifth birthday than a baby born in countries with low childhood mortality rates, such as Finland, Japan, and Singapore.&nbsp;

"Where a child is born should not dictate whether they live or die," WHO head Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said.

An estimated 4.9 million children died before their fifth birthday in 2022, a 51 per cent decrease since 2000 and a 62 per cent drop since 1990, according to a UNICEF report, which still warned such progress is "precarious" and unequal.

An estimated 4.9 million children died before their fifth birthday in 2022, a 51 per cent decrease since 2000 and a 62 per cent drop since 1990, according to a UNICEF report, which still warned such progress is "precarious" and unequal. "There is a lot of good news, and the major one is that we have come to a historic level of under-five mortality, which… reached under 5 million for the first time, so it is 4.9 million per year," Helga Fogstad, director of health at the UN children's agency UNICEF, told AFP. According to the report, prepared by UNICEF in conjunction with the World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Bank, progress was particularly notable in developing countries such as Malawi, Rwanda and Mongolia, where early childhood mortality has fallen by more than 75 per cent since 2000. "Behind these numbers lie the stories of midwives and skilled health personnel helping mothers safely deliver their newborns... vaccinating... children against deadly diseases, and (making) home visits to support families," UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell said in a statement. But "this is a precarious achievement," the report warned. "Progress is at risk of stagnation or reversal unless efforts are taken to neutralise the numerous threats to newborn and child health and survival." Researchers pointed to already worrying signs, saying that the reduction in under-five deaths has slowed at the global level and notably in the sub-Saharan Africa region. In total, 162 million children under the age of five have died since 2000, 72 million of whom perished in the first month of life, as complications related to birth are among the main causes of early childhood mortality. Between the ages of one month and five years, respiratory infections, malaria, and diarrhoea become the main killers — ailments which are all preventable, the report points out. In order to reach the UN's goal of reducing under-five deaths to 25 per 1,000 births by 2030, 59 countries will need urgent investment in children's health, researchers warned. Without adequate funding, 64 countries will miss the goal of limiting first-month deaths to 12 per 1,000 births. "These are not just numbers on a page; they represent real lives cut short," the report said. The numbers also reveal glaring inequalities across the world, as the sub-Saharan Africa region accounted for half of all deaths of children under the age of five in 2022. A baby born in countries with high early childhood mortality, such as Chad, Nigeria or Somalia, is 80 times more likely to die before their fifth birthday than a baby born in countries with low childhood mortality rates, such as Finland, Japan, and Singapore. "Where a child is born should not dictate whether they live or die," WHO head Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said.

Global child mortality rate sees significant decline but UNICEF warns of stagnation

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College students usually turn Miami Beach's main drag into a huge street party at this time of year -- blocking traffic as they drink and dance to thumping reggaeton music.

But strict new measures mean the American ritual, known as Spring Break, is a much quieter affair this year.

The city in south Florida is enacting rules to stamp out partying which has gotten out of control — and even violent — in recent years, with two killed in shootings last March.

As the sun went down on the weekend, Ocean Drive -- typically the party hub for the thousands who descend on Miami Beach -- looked much calmer than normal.

The booming music, crowds of scantily clad youngsters and occasional whiff of marijuana smoke were all gone from the city's iconic avenue with its distinctive Art Deco buildings.

Like Miami Beach, many seaside cities in south Florida are magnets for students keen to let off steam during their Easter break.

But now, to keep things under control, Miami Beach officials have deployed more police, set up extra drink-driving checkpoints and shut down all public parking lots except one which charges $100 on the busiest weekends of the Spring Break period.

Bars and restaurants cannot open side walk café areas, while liquor stores must close at 8:00 pm.

And the city has made its message loud and clear in a video shared on social media.

"Hey, We need to talk," a young woman sitting by the ocean says as the ad begins. "Our idea of a good time is relaxing on the beach."

"Hitting up the spa," says another girl.

"Or checking out a new restaurant," says a young man.

"You just want to get drunk in public and ignore laws," says the first woman, after which yet another young woman says: "so we're breaking up with you."

<h2>Not so thrilled</h2>

A student named Shannon McKinney has just found out about the new rules and is furious. She cannot go to the beach after 6:00 pm -- a closing time four hours earlier than other times of the year.

"It's kind of wack because we just want to have fun. We're not here to promote violence. We came a long way, and we spent money," said McKinney, who lives in New Orleans and travelled to Miami Beach with her sister and some friends.

Conae Rhodes, a 25-year-old woman from Virginia, was more understanding of the new restrictions.

"I kind of understand where they're coming from because of the Spring Break being here every year. There are always people who don't know how to act or don't know how to control their liquor," she said.

The city's crackdown has also drawn mixed responses from people who live year-round in Miami Beach.

Musician Joel Hernandez, 54, said he understands the need for safety as Spring Break has become more chaotic in recent years — though he blames troublemakers rather than students for the problems.

Still, he says the new measures go too far.

"I live a few blocks from downtown and this complicates things for me. It is like we are going into a war zone, with everything closed down," he said.

"In the end you don't feel safer but rather you are afraid something is going to happen," said Hernandez.

Janet Alvarado, who manages a restaurant one block from Ocean Drive, complained that the new rules are hurting businesses like hers.

"Now we have a lot of safety, but we don't have customers," said Alvarado. "They've gone too far for small businesses that are trying to make ends meet."

Hernandez said the measures risked damaging the image and charm of Miami Beach as a place to let your hair down and have fun.

"What's happening is very sad. Let's hope they ease the restrictions a bit in the next few years," she said.

College students usually turn Miami Beach's main drag into a huge street party at this time of year -- blocking traffic as they drink and dance to thumping reggaeton music.

College students usually turn Miami Beach's main drag into a huge street party at this time of year -- blocking traffic as they drink and dance to thumping reggaeton music. But strict new measures mean the American ritual, known as Spring Break, is a much quieter affair this year. The city in south Florida is enacting rules to stamp out partying which has gotten out of control — and even violent — in recent years, with two killed in shootings last March. As the sun went down on the weekend, Ocean Drive -- typically the party hub for the thousands who descend on Miami Beach -- looked much calmer than normal. The booming music, crowds of scantily clad youngsters and occasional whiff of marijuana smoke were all gone from the city's iconic avenue with its distinctive Art Deco buildings. Like Miami Beach, many seaside cities in south Florida are magnets for students keen to let off steam during their Easter break. But now, to keep things under control, Miami Beach officials have deployed more police, set up extra drink-driving checkpoints and shut down all public parking lots except one which charges $100 on the busiest weekends of the Spring Break period. Bars and restaurants cannot open side walk café areas, while liquor stores must close at 8:00 pm. And the city has made its message loud and clear in a video shared on social media. "Hey, We need to talk," a young woman sitting by the ocean says as the ad begins. "Our idea of a good time is relaxing on the beach." "Hitting up the spa," says another girl. "Or checking out a new restaurant," says a young man. "You just want to get drunk in public and ignore laws," says the first woman, after which yet another young woman says: "so we're breaking up with you." Not so thrilled A student named Shannon McKinney has just found out about the new rules and is furious. She cannot go to the beach after 6:00 pm -- a closing time four hours earlier than other times of the year. "It's kind of wack because we just want to have fun. We're not here to promote violence. We came a long way, and we spent money," said McKinney, who lives in New Orleans and travelled to Miami Beach with her sister and some friends. Conae Rhodes, a 25-year-old woman from Virginia, was more understanding of the new restrictions. "I kind of understand where they're coming from because of the Spring Break being here every year. There are always people who don't know how to act or don't know how to control their liquor," she said. The city's crackdown has also drawn mixed responses from people who live year-round in Miami Beach. Musician Joel Hernandez, 54, said he understands the need for safety as Spring Break has become more chaotic in recent years — though he blames troublemakers rather than students for the problems. Still, he says the new measures go too far. "I live a few blocks from downtown and this complicates things for me. It is like we are going into a war zone, with everything closed down," he said. "In the end you don't feel safer but rather you are afraid something is going to happen," said Hernandez. Janet Alvarado, who manages a restaurant one block from Ocean Drive, complained that the new rules are hurting businesses like hers. "Now we have a lot of safety, but we don't have customers," said Alvarado. "They've gone too far for small businesses that are trying to make ends meet." Hernandez said the measures risked damaging the image and charm of Miami Beach as a place to let your hair down and have fun. "What's happening is very sad. Let's hope they ease the restrictions a bit in the next few years," she said.

Miami beach spring breakers feel the squeeze as city tightens rules

There's a bit of panic in Japan's Fukuyama city whose residents were warned not to approach or touch a cat that&nbsp;has gone missing after falling into a vat filled with cancer-causing chemicals.

On Monday morning (Mar 11), an employee working at a metal plating plant in Fukuyama reached the plant to find the paw prints of the cat from the container to the way out, said the firm.&nbsp;

In the security camera footage shared by the company, the cat was seen running from the factory and appeared unharmed.

However, no footage appeared which showed how the cat fell into the chemical-filled vat.

The vat, which had a depth of three metres (10 feet) and was filled with hexavalent chromium, is carcinogenic and can lead to skin inflammation.

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"We immediately alerted police, the Fukuyama city and neighbours near our factory," said a representative from the company, while speaking to AFP news agency.

"The incident woke us up to the need to take measures to prevent small animals like cats from sneaking in, which is something we had never anticipated before," he added.

The locals were informed by the city authorities to not touch the animal and to immediately inform police if they came across it.

<h2>No sightings of a cat so far as officials speculate on its death</h2>

As of Tuesday afternoon (Mar 12), no sightings of the cat were reported.&nbsp;

Coming in contact with the chemical can lead to skin inflammation and inhaling it can cause respiratory issues,&nbsp;the Asahi Shimbun newspaper reported.

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It added that the factory employees wear rubber gloves and masks while handling the substance.&nbsp;

&nbsp;According to the Fukuyama environmental officials, the cat may have died by coming into contact with the poisonous chemical.

(With inputs from agencies)

There's a bit of panic in Japan's Fukuyama city whose residents were warned not to approach or touch a cat that has gone missing after falling into a vat filled with cancer-causing chemicals.

There's a bit of panic in Japan's Fukuyama city whose residents were warned not to approach or touch a cat that has gone missing after falling into a vat filled with cancer-causing chemicals. On Monday morning (Mar 11), an employee working at a metal plating plant in Fukuyama reached the plant to find the paw prints of the cat from the container to the way out, said the firm. In the security camera footage shared by the company, the cat was seen running from the factory and appeared unharmed. However, no footage appeared which showed how the cat fell into the chemical-filled vat. The vat, which had a depth of three metres (10 feet) and was filled with hexavalent chromium, is carcinogenic and can lead to skin inflammation. Also Read: Is bubonic plague back? US state reports rare death caused by ancient disease "We immediately alerted police, the Fukuyama city and neighbours near our factory," said a representative from the company, while speaking to AFP news agency. "The incident woke us up to the need to take measures to prevent small animals like cats from sneaking in, which is something we had never anticipated before," he added. The locals were informed by the city authorities to not touch the animal and to immediately inform police if they came across it. No sightings of a cat so far as officials speculate on its death As of Tuesday afternoon (Mar 12), no sightings of the cat were reported. Coming in contact with the chemical can lead to skin inflammation and inhaling it can cause respiratory issues, the Asahi Shimbun newspaper reported. Watch: Indian government approves formation of alliance aimed at conserving big cats around It added that the factory employees wear rubber gloves and masks while handling the substance. According to the Fukuyama environmental officials, the cat may have died by coming into contact with the poisonous chemical. (With inputs from agencies)

Japanese city warns residents against touching cat which fell in toxic chemical tank

Israeli Army raided the West Bank City of Jenin on Tuesday as violence continues to Surge across the West Bank in parallel to the Gaza War. Crowds of Palestinian worshippers were allowed to pray at Al Aqsa mosque in Jerusalem after the first day of Ramadan fasting.

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An American man is facing jail time after pleading guilty of wildlife crimes. he tried to create gigantic hybrid sheep by using genetic material from endangered animals, to sell them to trophy hunting ranches.

Arthur Schubarth, 80, illegally brought parts of the world's largest sheep species from Kyrgyzstan into the United States.

He then utilised these genetic material to produce cloned embryos.

These embryos were implanted into ewes on his Montana ranch, leading to the birth of Marco Polo argali, a species on the brink of extinction known for its massive size and imposing horns.

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Subsequently, Schubarth employed semen from these specimens to impregnate various sheep breeds aiming to create unprecedented hybrid species to produce even larger sheep.

He envisioned selling these unique animals to hunting ranches where customers pay to hunt captive animals, particularly&nbsp;larger specimens.

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Todd Kim, an Assistant Attorney General from the Justice Department's Environment and Natural Resources Division who handled the case, described Schubarth's actions as a bold attempt to create colossal hybrid sheep species for trophy hunting.

Schubarth violated international laws and the Lacey Act&nbsp;designed to safeguard the well-being and sustainability of native animal populations.

The Lacey Act prohibits the interstate trade of certain wildlife and is utilised by authorities to combat wildlife trafficking, AFP news agency said in a report.

Schubarth, whose ranch primarily breeds and sells mountain sheep, mountain goats, and other ungulates for game ranches, admitted to one count of conspiracy to violate the Lacey Act and one count of substantive violation of the Lacey Act.

These felonies could result in a maximum sentence of five years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000.

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

An American man is facing jail time after pleading guilty of wildlife crimes. he tried to create gigantic hybrid sheep by using genetic material from endangered animals, to sell them to trophy hunting ranches.

An American man is facing jail time after pleading guilty of wildlife crimes. he tried to create gigantic hybrid sheep by using genetic material from endangered animals, to sell them to trophy hunting ranches. Arthur Schubarth, 80, illegally brought parts of the world's largest sheep species from Kyrgyzstan into the United States. He then utilised these genetic material to produce cloned embryos. These embryos were implanted into ewes on his Montana ranch, leading to the birth of Marco Polo argali, a species on the brink of extinction known for its massive size and imposing horns. Also read | Yemen's Houthis fired ballistic missile toward USS Laboon in the Red Sea, US says Subsequently, Schubarth employed semen from these specimens to impregnate various sheep breeds aiming to create unprecedented hybrid species to produce even larger sheep. He envisioned selling these unique animals to hunting ranches where customers pay to hunt captive animals, particularly larger specimens. Also read | Bangladeshi cargo ship 'hijacked' in Indian Ocean now headed for Somalia: Reports Todd Kim, an Assistant Attorney General from the Justice Department's Environment and Natural Resources Division who handled the case, described Schubarth's actions as a bold attempt to create colossal hybrid sheep species for trophy hunting. Schubarth violated international laws and the Lacey Act designed to safeguard the well-being and sustainability of native animal populations. The Lacey Act prohibits the interstate trade of certain wildlife and is utilised by authorities to combat wildlife trafficking, AFP news agency said in a report. Schubarth, whose ranch primarily breeds and sells mountain sheep, mountain goats, and other ungulates for game ranches, admitted to one count of conspiracy to violate the Lacey Act and one count of substantive violation of the Lacey Act. These felonies could result in a maximum sentence of five years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000. (With inputs from agencies)

US man faces jail for attempting to create hybrid sheep from endangered species

Could these wriggly worms be the answer to plastic pollution? That's what researchers from Singapore’s Nanyang Technological University (NTU) are hoping. They already know that the creatures' gut biomes break down the waste on a molecular level, and that they can be altered to degrade plastic even more effectively.

Plastic-Eating Worms: Nature's Answer to Plastic Pollution?

Mexican officials said&nbsp;on Tuesday (Mar 12) that&nbsp;two missing detectives who were searching for 43 students missing for nearly a decade, have been found.

The news came just two days after they disappeared&nbsp;in Guerrero, a state on Mexico's Pacific coast.

Authorities did not disclose&nbsp;details on how the two detectives, one male and one female, were located, leaving questions unanswered regarding their whereabouts and any potential captivity they may have faced.

Earlier, President Andrés Manuel López Obrador expressed concern over the disappearance of the detectives, linking it to forces resistant to uncovering the truth behind the missing students' case.

&nbsp;“I hope this is not related to those who do not want us to find the youths,”&nbsp;López Obrador said.

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<h2>Context of Guerrero state</h2>

Guerrero state has grappled with lawlessness for years, notably marked by the unresolved case of 43 students from a rural teachers' college who vanished in 2014.

Suspected involvement of local officials and drug cartels in their abduction and murder has fueled unrest in the region.

The volatile situation escalated last week when a student was fatally shot by police, triggering protests. In response, students stormed state prosecutors' offices, setting off explosives and vandalising property, indicating deep-seated anger and distrust toward authorities.

Efforts to locate the missing students have been hindered by limited progress, with only a few bone fragments identified so far.

The rugged terrain and cartel dominance make the search for clandestine burial sites arduous and perilous.

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Videos circulating on social media also show&nbsp;the grip of drug cartels, with gang members brutalising bus drivers for alleged non-compliance.

Additionally, tensions have mounted between López Obrador and the students' families, who accuse him of insufficient action.

Last week, protesters stormed the National Palace, demanding accountability and answers, reflecting deep-seated frustration and grievances, as reported by the Associated Press news agency.

(With inputs from agencies)

Mexican officials said on Tuesday (Mar 12) that two missing detectives who were searching for 43 students missing for nearly a decade, have been found. The news came just two days after they disappeared in Guerrero, a state on Mexico's Pacific coast.

Mexican officials said on Tuesday (Mar 12) that two missing detectives who were searching for 43 students missing for nearly a decade, have been found. The news came just two days after they disappeared in Guerrero, a state on Mexico's Pacific coast. Authorities did not disclose details on how the two detectives, one male and one female, were located, leaving questions unanswered regarding their whereabouts and any potential captivity they may have faced. Earlier, President Andrés Manuel López Obrador expressed concern over the disappearance of the detectives, linking it to forces resistant to uncovering the truth behind the missing students' case. “I hope this is not related to those who do not want us to find the youths,” López Obrador said. Also read | Mexico surpasses China as top source of US imports amid global economic shifts Context of Guerrero state Guerrero state has grappled with lawlessness for years, notably marked by the unresolved case of 43 students from a rural teachers' college who vanished in 2014. Suspected involvement of local officials and drug cartels in their abduction and murder has fueled unrest in the region. The volatile situation escalated last week when a student was fatally shot by police, triggering protests. In response, students stormed state prosecutors' offices, setting off explosives and vandalising property, indicating deep-seated anger and distrust toward authorities. Efforts to locate the missing students have been hindered by limited progress, with only a few bone fragments identified so far. The rugged terrain and cartel dominance make the search for clandestine burial sites arduous and perilous. Also watch | Mexico restarts repatriating Venezuelans as tensions over migration run high Videos circulating on social media also show the grip of drug cartels, with gang members brutalising bus drivers for alleged non-compliance. Additionally, tensions have mounted between López Obrador and the students' families, who accuse him of insufficient action. Last week, protesters stormed the National Palace, demanding accountability and answers, reflecting deep-seated frustration and grievances, as reported by the Associated Press news agency. (With inputs from agencies)

Mexico: Two detectives found after mysterious disappearance during search for missing students

Moving on the Indian government has dismissed a Harvard University study which claims that at least 6.7 million children in India are without food. The report was first rejected by the Prime Minister's Economic Advisory Council and now the Union Ministry of Women and Child Development says the report is a deliberate and malicious attempt to sensationalize fake news.

Indian government says Harvard Study is an attempt to spread fake news

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