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A suspected missile attack by Yemen’s Houthi rebels set a ship ablaze in the Gulf of Aden on Thursday (Feb 22), according to Britain’s maritime agencies.&nbsp;While Israel intercepted a possible attack by the Iran-backed militants near the Israeli port city of Eilat.

<h2>Ship on fire in Gulf of Aden</h2>

According to the British maritime security firm, Ambrey, the vessel in question is a Palau-flagged, United Kingdom-owned general cargo ship which was headed to the Red Sea from Thailand.

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The ship “appeared to be headed from Map Ta Phut, Thailand, and headed in the direction of the Red Sea,” Ambrey said.

It added, “Merchant shipping is advised to stay clear of the vessel and proceed with caution.”

Meanwhile, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) agency said that the ship was attacked by two missiles “resulting in a fire on board,” adding that the United States-led coalition forces in the region are responding to the incident, without giving any further details.&nbsp;

A report by the Associated Press citing ship-tracking data said that the Palau-flagged cargo ship was named ‘Islander’ and was headed to Egypt. It had also previously sent out messages saying “SYRIAN CREW ON BOARD” to potentially avoid being targeted by the Houthis, reported the AP.&nbsp;

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The responsibility for the recent attack was not immediately claimed by any group but comes amid a series of strikes by Iran-backed Yemen-based Houthi rebels in the Red Sea in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza.

<h2>Israel intercepts attack</h2>

Air raid sirens were sounded early Thursday in the Israeli port city of Eilat followed by videos of what appeared to be a missile getting intercepted. The Israeli military later confirmed the reports and said that an incoming missile was intercepted by its Arrow missile defence system.

The system “successfully intercepted a launch which was identified in the area of the Red Sea and was en route to Israel,” said the Israeli military in a statement. It added, “The target did not cross into Israeli territory and did not pose a threat to civilians.”

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Israeli officials did not immediately confirm what the fire was, nor where it came from. Eilat, a key port city on&nbsp;the Red Sea route has repeatedly come under attack by the Houthis since the beginning of the war. However, these attacks have not caused any damage, so far.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies) 
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A suspected missile attack by Yemen’s Houthi rebels set a ship ablaze in the Gulf of Aden on Thursday (Feb 22), according to Britain’s maritime agencies. While Israel intercepted a possible attack by the Iran-backed militants near the Israeli port city of Eilat.

A suspected missile attack by Yemen’s Houthi rebels set a ship ablaze in the Gulf of Aden on Thursday (Feb 22), according to Britain’s maritime agencies. While Israel intercepted a possible attack by the Iran-backed militants near the Israeli port city of Eilat. Ship on fire in Gulf of Aden According to the British maritime security firm, Ambrey, the vessel in question is a Palau-flagged, United Kingdom-owned general cargo ship which was headed to the Red Sea from Thailand. WATCH | Israel-Hamas War: Israelis rally in Tel Aviv for release of Hamas-held hostages The ship “appeared to be headed from Map Ta Phut, Thailand, and headed in the direction of the Red Sea,” Ambrey said. It added, “Merchant shipping is advised to stay clear of the vessel and proceed with caution.” Meanwhile, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) agency said that the ship was attacked by two missiles “resulting in a fire on board,” adding that the United States-led coalition forces in the region are responding to the incident, without giving any further details. A report by the Associated Press citing ship-tracking data said that the Palau-flagged cargo ship was named ‘Islander’ and was headed to Egypt. It had also previously sent out messages saying “SYRIAN CREW ON BOARD” to potentially avoid being targeted by the Houthis, reported the AP. Also Read | EU launches Red Sea mission; Houthis claim to have targeted ‘two American ships’ in Gulf of Aden The responsibility for the recent attack was not immediately claimed by any group but comes amid a series of strikes by Iran-backed Yemen-based Houthi rebels in the Red Sea in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza. Israel intercepts attack Air raid sirens were sounded early Thursday in the Israeli port city of Eilat followed by videos of what appeared to be a missile getting intercepted. The Israeli military later confirmed the reports and said that an incoming missile was intercepted by its Arrow missile defence system. The system “successfully intercepted a launch which was identified in the area of the Red Sea and was en route to Israel,” said the Israeli military in a statement. It added, “The target did not cross into Israeli territory and did not pose a threat to civilians.” Also Read | TRIGGER WARNING: Israeli civilians suffered sexual assaults ‘systematically’ during Hamas attack, says Report Israeli officials did not immediately confirm what the fire was, nor where it came from. Eilat, a key port city on the Red Sea route has repeatedly come under attack by the Houthis since the beginning of the war. However, these attacks have not caused any damage, so far. (With inputs from agencies)

Ship ablaze in Gulf of Aden after suspected missile attack by Yemen's Houthi rebels

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The United States has charged Takeshi Ebisawa, a member of the Japanese yakuza criminal organisation with trafficking nuclear material obtained from Myanmar and attempting to sell it to fund an illegal arms deal. Ebisawa, a yakuza leader, and his co-defendant Somphop Singhasiri, as per AFP, were previously charged with drug trafficking and firearms offences in April 2022.

<h2>Charges against Ebisawa</h2>

The indictment filed in a Manhattan court alleges that Ebisawa conspired&nbsp;"to sell weapons grade nuclear material and lethal narcotics from Burma (Myanmar), and to purchase military weaponry on behalf of an armed insurgent group".

This allegedly included surface-to-air missiles as part of the arms deal.&nbsp;

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"It is chilling to imagine the consequences had these efforts succeeded and the Justice Department will hold accountable those who traffic in these materials and threaten US national security and international stability," said Assistant Attorney General Matthew Olsen of the Justice Department's National Security Division.

Prosecutors have also accused Ebisawa of "brazenly" trafficking "uranium and weapons-grade plutonium from Burma to other countries".

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"He did so while believing that the material was going to be used in the development of a nuclear weapons program, and while also negotiating for the purchase of deadly weapons. It is impossible to overstate the seriousness of this conduct," said US Attorney Damian Williams for the Southern District of New York.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

<h2>Investigation</h2>

In a sting operation involving undercover agents, Thai authorities helped US investigators seize substances described as "yellowcake," which contained weapons-grade plutonium. Ebisawa claimed to have access to large quantities of nuclear materials for sale and provided evidence to support his claims.

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One of Ebisawa's associates claimed that they&nbsp;"had available more than 2,000 kilograms (4,400 pounds) of Thorium-232 and more than 100 kilograms of uranium in the compound U3O8," commonly known as "yellowcake."

For seeking to acquire surface-to-air missiles, Ebisawa faces a mandatory minimum sentence of 25 years and for trafficking nuclear materials internationally, he faces up to 20 years in jail. The trial date is yet to be announced.

(With inputs from agencies)

The United States has charged Takeshi Ebisawa, a member of the Japanese yakuza criminal organisation with trafficking nuclear material obtained from Myanmar and attempting to sell it to fund an illegal arms deal.

The United States has charged Takeshi Ebisawa, a member of the Japanese yakuza criminal organisation with trafficking nuclear material obtained from Myanmar and attempting to sell it to fund an illegal arms deal. Ebisawa, a yakuza leader, and his co-defendant Somphop Singhasiri, as per AFP, were previously charged with drug trafficking and firearms offences in April 2022. Charges against Ebisawa The indictment filed in a Manhattan court alleges that Ebisawa conspired "to sell weapons grade nuclear material and lethal narcotics from Burma (Myanmar), and to purchase military weaponry on behalf of an armed insurgent group". This allegedly included surface-to-air missiles as part of the arms deal. Also read | Data leak exposes Chinese firm's cyber intrusion into Indian govt offices, other foreign companies "It is chilling to imagine the consequences had these efforts succeeded and the Justice Department will hold accountable those who traffic in these materials and threaten US national security and international stability," said Assistant Attorney General Matthew Olsen of the Justice Department's National Security Division. Prosecutors have also accused Ebisawa of "brazenly" trafficking "uranium and weapons-grade plutonium from Burma to other countries". Watch | US charges Takeshi Ebisawa with nuclear materials trafficking × "He did so while believing that the material was going to be used in the development of a nuclear weapons program, and while also negotiating for the purchase of deadly weapons. It is impossible to overstate the seriousness of this conduct," said US Attorney Damian Williams for the Southern District of New York. Investigation In a sting operation involving undercover agents, Thai authorities helped US investigators seize substances described as "yellowcake," which contained weapons-grade plutonium. Ebisawa claimed to have access to large quantities of nuclear materials for sale and provided evidence to support his claims. Also read | Major cities of United States are sinking, warns NASA One of Ebisawa's associates claimed that they "had available more than 2,000 kilograms (4,400 pounds) of Thorium-232 and more than 100 kilograms of uranium in the compound U3O8," commonly known as "yellowcake." For seeking to acquire surface-to-air missiles, Ebisawa faces a mandatory minimum sentence of 25 years and for trafficking nuclear materials internationally, he faces up to 20 years in jail. The trial date is yet to be announced. (With inputs from agencies)

US charges Yakuza leader Takeshi Ebisawa with trafficking nuclear material for arms deal

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange begins what could be his last chance to stop his extradition to the US. He has been battling the authorities for more than 13 years in the English courts. Watch this video for all details.

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange extradition case returns to UK Court

Be prepared to spend a bit more on your next checked bag when flying with American Airlines.

The airline announced on Tuesday (Feb 20) that it is increasing the cost of a first checked bag to $40 on most flights, or $35 if paid before reaching the airport. This marks the first time the airline has raised the fee since 2018, when the charge was $30 for a first checked bag on most flights.

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Scott Chandler,&nbsp;American Airlines senior vice president of revenue management and loyalty, cited the rise in fuel costs as a significant factor in the decision to adjust fees.

“Fuel has gone up quite a bit. That’s a big component of our costs when we’re carrying bags. We periodically look at all of our costs and where we can sort of help balance cost out with revenues, said Chandler.

He explained that periodic evaluations of costs are conducted to balance them with revenues.

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Under the new program, elite frequent flyers, co-branded credit card holders, and premium cabin customers will still qualify for complimentary checked bags.

Chandler stressed that passengers could enhance their airport experience by pre-registering their bags, emphasising the airline's investment in technology to simplify the process of printing bag tags.

The revised bag fees are effective for any bookings made from Feb 20 onward. Existing reservations ticketed on or before Feb 19 will retain the previous bag fees.

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American Airlines also introduced a new fee structure for oversized and overweight bags. Overweight bags weighing between 50 and 53 pounds will now incur a $30 fee, rather than the previous range of $100-$200.

Similarly, bags exceeding the 62-inch limit by up to three linear inches will be charged $30 instead of the previous $150-$200. These new fees for oversized and overweight bags will take effect from April 17.

(With inputs from agencies)

Be prepared to spend a bit more on your next checked bag when flying with American Airlines. The airline announced on Tuesday (Feb 20) that it is increasing the cost of a first checked bag to $40 on most flights, or $35 if paid before reaching the airport.

Be prepared to spend a bit more on your next checked bag when flying with American Airlines. The airline announced on Tuesday (Feb 20) that it is increasing the cost of a first checked bag to $40 on most flights, or $35 if paid before reaching the airport. This marks the first time the airline has raised the fee since 2018, when the charge was $30 for a first checked bag on most flights. Also read | American Airlines bans unruly, inebriated Indian student for urinating on co-passenger: Report Scott Chandler, American Airlines senior vice president of revenue management and loyalty, cited the rise in fuel costs as a significant factor in the decision to adjust fees. “Fuel has gone up quite a bit. That’s a big component of our costs when we’re carrying bags. We periodically look at all of our costs and where we can sort of help balance cost out with revenues, said Chandler. He explained that periodic evaluations of costs are conducted to balance them with revenues. Also read: United Airlines mid-air scare: Plane makes emergency landing after open door indicator blinks Under the new program, elite frequent flyers, co-branded credit card holders, and premium cabin customers will still qualify for complimentary checked bags. Chandler stressed that passengers could enhance their airport experience by pre-registering their bags, emphasising the airline's investment in technology to simplify the process of printing bag tags. The revised bag fees are effective for any bookings made from Feb 20 onward. Existing reservations ticketed on or before Feb 19 will retain the previous bag fees. Watch: Woman yelling in American Airlines identified. Why did she do it? × American Airlines also introduced a new fee structure for oversized and overweight bags. Overweight bags weighing between 50 and 53 pounds will now incur a $30 fee, rather than the previous range of $100-$200. Similarly, bags exceeding the 62-inch limit by up to three linear inches will be charged $30 instead of the previous $150-$200. These new fees for oversized and overweight bags will take effect from April 17. (With inputs from agencies)

American Airlines raises checked bag fees, introduces reduced charges for overweight luggage

US President Joe Biden has announced that his administration is canceling $1.2 billion worth of student loans for nearly 153,000 aspirants who are eligible under a new program. Under this new program borrowers who have been repaying their student loans for 10 years and those who took $12,000 or less will see their remaining debt cancelled. Watch to know more!

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US charged the leader of a Japanese crime syndicate Takeshi Ebisawa with conspiring to traffic nuclear materials from Myanmar for expected use by Iran in nuclear weapons. Watch in for more details!

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Calls for Lindsay Hoyle to step down as the Speaker have intensified following his controversial decision to prioritise a Labour amendment to the&nbsp;Scottish National Party's (SNP)&nbsp;Gaza ceasefire motion.

Currently, 57&nbsp;MPs are urging his resignation, criticising his departure from convention by allowing the debate and vote on Labour's amendment for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire before the original SNP motion. This strategic move averted a rebellion within the Labour party led by Sir Keir Starmer.

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The unconventional decision prompted outrage, resulting in SNP and some Conservative MPs walking out of the debate in protest against the speaker's handling of the situation. In response to the backlash, Hoyle defended his choice, stating that the contentious nature of the issue necessitated considering a broad range of options.

The fallout has led to 33 MPs from the Conservatives and the SNP signing a motion of no confidence against the speaker. Hoyle has issued an apology and committed to discussions with senior party figures to clarify his decisions. However, the effectiveness of this gesture in quelling the demand for his resignation remains uncertain.

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Stephen Flynn, the SNP's Westminster leader, proposed an investigation into whether Labour exerted pressure on Hoyle regarding the amendment. Flynn stated the need for a thorough inquiry into the events, expressing hope that private conversations with the speaker would address his concerns.

Health minister Maria Caulfield told the media outlet USA Today she was disappointed and surprised by Hoyle’s actions but refrained from calling for his resignation. “He’s normally a very fair speaker and his actions yesterday were very, very different,” she said.

She, however, mentioned it as challenging to offer support at present but suggested waiting to see how events unfold in the next 24 to 48 hours.

“I would say that I would struggle now to support him but let’s see what happens in the next 24 to 48 hours.” 
the health minister added.

On Wednesday night, the Conservatives abstained from the vote, as stated by Commons leader Penny Mordaunt, who accused Hoyle of hijacking the debate and eroding the house's confidence. Allegations have surfaced suggesting that the government whips lacked sufficient support for their motion.

(With inputs from agencies)

Calls for Lindsay Hoyle to step down as the Speaker have intensified following his controversial decision to prioritise a Labour amendment to the Scottish National Party's (SNP) Gaza ceasefire motion.

Calls for Lindsay Hoyle to step down as the Speaker have intensified following his controversial decision to prioritise a Labour amendment to the Scottish National Party's (SNP) Gaza ceasefire motion. Currently, 57 MPs are urging his resignation, criticising his departure from convention by allowing the debate and vote on Labour's amendment for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire before the original SNP motion. This strategic move averted a rebellion within the Labour party led by Sir Keir Starmer. Also read: Gaza ceasefire vote: Chaos erupts in UK parliament, Commons speaker apologises The unconventional decision prompted outrage, resulting in SNP and some Conservative MPs walking out of the debate in protest against the speaker's handling of the situation. In response to the backlash, Hoyle defended his choice, stating that the contentious nature of the issue necessitated considering a broad range of options. The fallout has led to 33 MPs from the Conservatives and the SNP signing a motion of no confidence against the speaker. Hoyle has issued an apology and committed to discussions with senior party figures to clarify his decisions. However, the effectiveness of this gesture in quelling the demand for his resignation remains uncertain. Also read: British MPs choose Lindsay Hoyle as parliament speaker Stephen Flynn, the SNP's Westminster leader, proposed an investigation into whether Labour exerted pressure on Hoyle regarding the amendment. Flynn stated the need for a thorough inquiry into the events, expressing hope that private conversations with the speaker would address his concerns. Health minister Maria Caulfield told the media outlet USA Today she was disappointed and surprised by Hoyle’s actions but refrained from calling for his resignation. “He’s normally a very fair speaker and his actions yesterday were very, very different,” she said. She, however, mentioned it as challenging to offer support at present but suggested waiting to see how events unfold in the next 24 to 48 hours. “I would say that I would struggle now to support him but let’s see what happens in the next 24 to 48 hours.” the health minister added. On Wednesday night, the Conservatives abstained from the vote, as stated by Commons leader Penny Mordaunt, who accused Hoyle of hijacking the debate and eroding the house's confidence. Allegations have surfaced suggesting that the government whips lacked sufficient support for their motion. (With inputs from agencies)

Gaza ceasefire vote: 57 UK MPs sign motion of no confidence against Speaker Lindsay Hoyle

A massive data leak showed that a Chinese technology firm I-Soon hacked Indian government offices as well as institutions in various other nations, media reports said citing&nbsp;a large data leak confirmed as legitimate by experts.

The leaked documents, attributed to I-Soon, shed light on the extent of the breach, indicating a sophisticated operation that penetrated numerous foreign governments, social media platforms, and personal computing systems.

Cybersecurity firms SentinelLabs and Malwarebytes, delving into the leaked data, uncovered evidence of I-Soon's incursions into over a dozen governments, as well as democratic organisations in Hong Kong, universities, and even the NATO military alliance.

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While the exact contents of the leaked data remain undisclosed, they were made public last week on GitHub by an anonymous individual, offering unprecedented insights into China's evolving cyber espionage capabilities, according to analysts at SentinelLabs.

According to Malwarebytes, I-Soon's targets extended beyond India to include government entities in Thailand, Vietnam, and South Korea, among others.

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I-Soon's website is inaccessible but archived information reportedly suggested its headquarters in Shanghai, with additional branches across China.

The leaked files purportedly contain chat logs, presentations, and lists of targeted entities, illustrating the hacking by I-Soon, from infiltrating social media accounts to remotely controlling personal computers.

Notably, the leaked data also revealed I-Soon's involvement in bidding for contracts in China's Xinjiang region, amidst international scrutiny over Beijing's treatment of Uyghur Muslims in the region.&nbsp;

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The leaked information disclosed the financial incentives for hackers, with potential earnings reaching up to $55,000 for breaching government ministries in Vietnam, underscoring the lucrative nature of cyber espionage operations.

Pieter Arntz, a researcher at Malwarebytes, anticipated repercussions for the affected entities saying it will "rattle some cages." 
 
"As such, it could possibly cause a shift in international diplomacy and expose the holes in the national security of several countries."

(With inputs from agencies)

A massive data leak showed that a Chinese technology firm I-Soon hacked Indian government offices as well as institutions in various other nations, media reports said citing a large data leak confirmed as legitimate by experts.

A massive data leak showed that a Chinese technology firm I-Soon hacked Indian government offices as well as institutions in various other nations, media reports said citing a large data leak confirmed as legitimate by experts. The leaked documents, attributed to I-Soon, shed light on the extent of the breach, indicating a sophisticated operation that penetrated numerous foreign governments, social media platforms, and personal computing systems. Cybersecurity firms SentinelLabs and Malwarebytes, delving into the leaked data, uncovered evidence of I-Soon's incursions into over a dozen governments, as well as democratic organisations in Hong Kong, universities, and even the NATO military alliance. Also Read | Major cities of United States are sinking, warns NASA While the exact contents of the leaked data remain undisclosed, they were made public last week on GitHub by an anonymous individual, offering unprecedented insights into China's evolving cyber espionage capabilities, according to analysts at SentinelLabs. According to Malwarebytes, I-Soon's targets extended beyond India to include government entities in Thailand, Vietnam, and South Korea, among others. Also Read | Chinese 'research' ship arrives in Maldives, sparks security concerns among Indian authorities I-Soon's website is inaccessible but archived information reportedly suggested its headquarters in Shanghai, with additional branches across China. The leaked files purportedly contain chat logs, presentations, and lists of targeted entities, illustrating the hacking by I-Soon, from infiltrating social media accounts to remotely controlling personal computers. Notably, the leaked data also revealed I-Soon's involvement in bidding for contracts in China's Xinjiang region, amidst international scrutiny over Beijing's treatment of Uyghur Muslims in the region. Watch | Biden weighs tightening asylum restrictions at the southern border: Official × The leaked information disclosed the financial incentives for hackers, with potential earnings reaching up to $55,000 for breaching government ministries in Vietnam, underscoring the lucrative nature of cyber espionage operations. Pieter Arntz, a researcher at Malwarebytes, anticipated repercussions for the affected entities saying it will "rattle some cages." "As such, it could possibly cause a shift in international diplomacy and expose the holes in the national security of several countries." (With inputs from agencies)

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In a rare incident, a man from&nbsp;Florida, United States,&nbsp;got 150 live bugs removed from his nose, which were bugging him for months.

The doctors in Jacksonville removed 150 live bugs, which were in the larva stage, and were infesting his nose, as reported by First Coast News. The man was a cancer survivor.&nbsp;

As per the report, the man has been feeling “off” since October, but it wasn’t till he suffered swelling on his face and lips on February 9 that he sought help at HCA Florida Memorial Hospital.

"I started getting nose bleeds, constant nose bleeds,” said the man, while speaking to First Coast News. “I couldn’t even get up to go to the bathroom without my nose starting to bleed," he added.&nbsp;

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<h2>Doctors told the man 'I see movement'&nbsp;</h2>

When the man went for the examination, the doctors said to him, "I see movement."&nbsp;

Speaking to the outlet, Dr David Carlson said he examined the nose of the man using a camera and discovered dozens of bugs feeding inside the nose as well as the sinus cavity and also shedding excrement and tissue which caused the inflammation.&nbsp;

"Size-wise, there’s variations, but the larger ones were as big as the end of my pinky,” said Carlson, speaking about the pests. “There were certain larvae inside the nose that were scurrying around and looking for places to feed and others that had burrowed into tissue," he added.&nbsp;

Carlson said that his team made attempts to remove the bugs using a suction, however, when that got clogged, a different instrument was used by them to remove the pest.&nbsp;

"They were right up against his skull base, right under the brain, had they gone through that it could have killed him,” Carlson said. The doctors sent the insects to an epidemiologist for identification.&nbsp;

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The man hypothesised that the pests invaded his nose since he handled dead fish.

"I know that I have to change my lifestyle as far as I handle fish,” he said while speaking to First Coast News. “Before, I would rinse my hands in the river, now I’ll use cleaner to do a better job and not touch my nose or my hand," he added.&nbsp;

Carlson said that, in his entire career as an ears, nose and throat specialist, he has never seen such a case. The rare condition is known as nasal myiasis in which there is infestation of fly larvae.

(With inputs from agencies)

In a rare incident, a man from Florida, United States, got 150 live bugs removed from his nose, which were bugging him for months. The doctors in Jacksonville removed 150 live bugs, which were in the larva stage, and were infesting his nose, as reported by First Coast News.

In a rare incident, a man from Florida, United States, got 150 live bugs removed from his nose, which were bugging him for months. The doctors in Jacksonville removed 150 live bugs, which were in the larva stage, and were infesting his nose, as reported by First Coast News. The man was a cancer survivor. As per the report, the man has been feeling “off” since October, but it wasn’t till he suffered swelling on his face and lips on February 9 that he sought help at HCA Florida Memorial Hospital. "I started getting nose bleeds, constant nose bleeds,” said the man, while speaking to First Coast News. “I couldn’t even get up to go to the bathroom without my nose starting to bleed," he added. Also Read: Archaeological team's 'rare' discovery blames Romans for bedbugs in UK Doctors told the man 'I see movement' When the man went for the examination, the doctors said to him, "I see movement." Speaking to the outlet, Dr David Carlson said he examined the nose of the man using a camera and discovered dozens of bugs feeding inside the nose as well as the sinus cavity and also shedding excrement and tissue which caused the inflammation. "Size-wise, there’s variations, but the larger ones were as big as the end of my pinky,” said Carlson, speaking about the pests. “There were certain larvae inside the nose that were scurrying around and looking for places to feed and others that had burrowed into tissue," he added. Carlson said that his team made attempts to remove the bugs using a suction, however, when that got clogged, a different instrument was used by them to remove the pest. "They were right up against his skull base, right under the brain, had they gone through that it could have killed him,” Carlson said. The doctors sent the insects to an epidemiologist for identification. Watch: Neuralink's first human patient can now control compute mouse with thoughts The man hypothesised that the pests invaded his nose since he handled dead fish. "I know that I have to change my lifestyle as far as I handle fish,” he said while speaking to First Coast News. “Before, I would rinse my hands in the river, now I’ll use cleaner to do a better job and not touch my nose or my hand," he added. Carlson said that, in his entire career as an ears, nose and throat specialist, he has never seen such a case. The rare condition is known as nasal myiasis in which there is infestation of fly larvae. (With inputs from agencies)

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