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Billionaire Elon Musk reacted to a post by an Indian-origin CEO, Aravind Srinivas, on his green card application, creating a stir on social media.

“I think I should get a green card. Wdyt?” the San Francisco-based CEO posted on X, to which Musk gave a one-word reply, “Yes.” Srinivas responded to the SpaceX CEO with a red heart and folded hands emojis.

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A green card, which is officially called a Permanent Resident Card, grants a person the right to live and work in the United States permanently.

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Srinivas, the CEO of AI-powered search engine Perplexity AI, had been waiting for three years to secure permanent US citizenship. He is one of the co-founders of Perplexity, along with Andy Konwinski, Denis Yarats, and Johnny Ho.&nbsp;They&nbsp;started the company in 2022

An IIT Madras graduate, Srinivas completed his PhD from the University of California, Berkeley, and started his career as a research intern at OpenAI. He then worked at renowned organisations including Google and DeepMind, and returned to OpenAI again, before co-founding the AI company.

This recent post is not the only one where the two interacted. Earlier, Musk responded to a comment by Srinivas about the US immigration system, where he expressed his frustration with waiting for his green card.

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“I have been waiting for my green card for like the last 3 years. Still haven’t gotten it. People mostly have no idea when they talk about immigration,” Srinivas wrote on X.

To his comment, Musk noted how difficult it is for talented people to enter the US legally while criminals enter the US illegally with ease. He wrote, “We have an upside down system that makes it hard for highly talented people to come to America legally, but trivial for criminals to come here illegally. Why is easier to get in illegally as a murderer than legally as a Nobel Laureate?”

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“@realDonaldTrump &amp; DOGE will fix this,” Musk added, referencing the new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Musk and&nbsp;Vivek Ramaswamy have been appointed by President-elect Donald Trump to lead the department.

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Billionaire Elon Musk reacted to a post by an Indian-origin CEO, Aravind Srinivas, on his green card application, creating a stir on social media. “I think I should get a green card.

Billionaire Elon Musk reacted to a post by an Indian-origin CEO, Aravind Srinivas, on his green card application, creating a stir on social media. “I think I should get a green card. Wdyt?” the San Francisco-based CEO posted on X, to which Musk gave a one-word reply, “Yes.” Srinivas responded to the SpaceX CEO with a red heart and folded hands emojis. Yes — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) December 14, 2024 × A green card, which is officially called a Permanent Resident Card, grants a person the right to live and work in the United States permanently. Also read | Trump 2.0: Trump taps loyalist Devin Nunes for key intelligence role; Richard Grenell named special envoy Srinivas, the CEO of AI-powered search engine Perplexity AI, had been waiting for three years to secure permanent US citizenship. He is one of the co-founders of Perplexity, along with Andy Konwinski, Denis Yarats, and Johnny Ho. They started the company in 2022 An IIT Madras graduate, Srinivas completed his PhD from the University of California, Berkeley, and started his career as a research intern at OpenAI. He then worked at renowned organisations including Google and DeepMind, and returned to OpenAI again, before co-founding the AI company. This recent post is not the only one where the two interacted. Earlier, Musk responded to a comment by Srinivas about the US immigration system, where he expressed his frustration with waiting for his green card. Also read | Apple's news service faces backlash after AI-generated content falsely claims 'Luigi Mangione shoots himself' “I have been waiting for my green card for like the last 3 years. Still haven’t gotten it. People mostly have no idea when they talk about immigration,” Srinivas wrote on X. To his comment, Musk noted how difficult it is for talented people to enter the US legally while criminals enter the US illegally with ease. He wrote, “We have an upside down system that makes it hard for highly talented people to come to America legally, but trivial for criminals to come here illegally. Why is easier to get in illegally as a murderer than legally as a Nobel Laureate?” Yes — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) December 14, 2024 × “@realDonaldTrump & DOGE will fix this,” Musk added, referencing the new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy have been appointed by President-elect Donald Trump to lead the department. (With inputs from agencies)

Indian-origin CEO asks if he should get US green card, Musk replies

A Russian oil tanker carrying thousands of tonnes of oil products split apart during a heavy storm on Sunday, spilling oil into the Kerch Strait, while another tanker was also in distress after sustaining damage, Russian officials said.

A Russian oil tanker carrying thousands of tonnes of oil products split apart during a heavy storm on Sunday, spilling oil into the Kerch Strait, while another tanker was also in distress after sustaining damage, Russian officials said. At least one person was killed. The 136-metre Volgoneft 212 tanker, with 15 people on board, was split in half with its bow sinking, footage published by state media showed, with waves washing over its deck. The Russian-flagged vessel, built in 1969, was damaged and had run aground, officials said. "There was a spill of petroleum products," said Russia's water transport agency, Rosmorrechflot. A second Russian-flagged ship, the 132-metre Volgoneft 239, was drifting after sustaining damage, the emergency ministry said. It has a crew of 14 people and was built in 1973. Also read: Israel strikes Syria overnight; rebel leader warns of 'unwarranted escalation' Both tankers have a loading capacity of about 4,200 tonnes of oil products. Official statements did not provide details on the extent of the spill or why one of the tankers sustained such serious damage. The vessels were in the Kerch Strait between mainland Russia and Crimea, which Russia annexed from Ukraine in 2014 when they issued distress signals. Russia said more than 50 people and equipment, including Mi-8 helicopters and rescue tugboats, had been deployed to the area. Russia's Kommersant newspaper reported that the Volgoneft 212 tanker was carrying about 4,300 tonnes of fuel oil. An unverified video posted on Telegram showed some blackened water on stormy seas and a half-submerged tanker. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Russian oil tanker splits in half, spilling thousands of tonnes of oil into Kerch Strait

Pope Francis embarks on his first papal visit to Corsica, a region in France known for its deep-rooted expressions of popular piety. The visit highlights the island's unique religious traditions and the Pope's outreach to local communities.

Pope Francis Makes 1st Papal Visit To France's Corsica Awash In Expressions Of Popular Piety

At least 14 people were killed in Mayotte when a fierce cyclone battered the French Indian Ocean territory, authorities said Sunday, with officials warning it will take days to know the full toll.

Rescue workers and supplies are being rushed in by air and sea, but their efforts are likely to be hindered by damage to airports and electricity distribution in a territory where even clean drinking water was already subject to chronic shortages.

The toll of 14 was counted in a provisional list compiled by authorities, a security source told AFP.

Nine people were gravely wounded and fighting for their lives in hospital, said Ambdilwahedou Soumaila, mayor of Mayotte's capital Mamoudzou, while 246 more were seriously injured.

"The hospital is hit, the schools are hit. Houses are totally devastated," he said, adding that the hurricane "spared nothing".

Mayotte's 320,000 residents were ordered into lockdown as cyclone Chido bore down on the islands around 500 kilometres (310 miles) east of Mozambique.

Watch |&nbsp;Cyclone Chido: France Fears Heavy Toll As Cyclone Batters Mayotte

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Its gusts of at least 226 kilometres per hour had "completely destroyed" the territory's many shantytowns, acting Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau said following a crisis meeting in Paris late Saturday.

Electricity poles were hurled to the ground, trees uprooted, and sheet-metal roofs and walls torn off improvised structures inhabited by at least one-third of the population.

"It will take several days" to establish the full death toll, but "we fear that it is heavy", Retailleau said, adding that the Muslim custom of burial within a day of death could complicate the count.

Information from the locked-down population, in shock and largely cut off from water and electricity supplies, is slow to filter out, a source familiar with the recovery effort told AFP.

One local resident, Ibrahim, told AFP of "apocalyptic scenes" as he made his way through the main island, having to clear blocked roads for himself.

"Even the largest companies have suffered damage," he added.

<h2>Scramble for supplies&nbsp;</h2>

Retailleau will travel to Mayotte on Monday, his office said, alongside 160 soldiers and firefighters to reinforce the 110 already deployed to the islands from mainland France ahead of the storm.

Medical personnel and equipment were being delivered from Sunday by air and sea, said the prefecture in La Reunion, another French Indian Ocean territory some 1,400 kilometres away on the other side of Madagascar.

Pope Francis, visiting French Mediterranean island Corsica on Sunday, urged people to pray for Mayotte residents.

"Everything has been swept away, everything is razed," said Mounira, a woman whose house was destroyed in the Kaweni district in Mamoudzou's east -- France's largest shantytown.

More than 15,000 homes are without electricity, according to Environment Minister Agnes-Pannier Runacher, while telephone access is severely limited even for emergency calls.

Acting Transport Minister Francois Durovray wrote on X that the Pamandzi airport on Petite-Terre, the smaller of Mayotte's two major islands, had "suffered major damage".

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Just northwest of Mayotte, the Comoros islands, some of which had been on red alert since Friday, were also hit but suffered only minor damage.

Cyclone Chido later slammed into Mozambique early Sunday, bringing gale-force winds and heavy rain when it made landfall around 40 kilometres (25 miles) south of the northern city of Pemba, weather services said.

"The cyclone is already affecting Pemba with a very strong intensity. We were monitoring the situation, but there is no communication with Pemba since 7:00 am (0500 GMT)," National Institute of Meteorology director Aderito Aramuge told AFP.

UNICEF said it was on the ground to help the people impacted by the storm, which had already caused some damage.

"Many homes, schools, and health facilities have been partially or completely destroyed and we are working closely with the government to ensure continuity of essential basic services," it said in a statement.

Cyclone Chido is the latest in a string of storms worldwide to be fuelled by climate change, according to experts.

The "exceptional" cyclone was super-charged by particularly warm Indian Ocean waters, meteorologist Francois Gourand of France's Meteo France weather service told AFP.

The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) said Friday it was similar in strength to cyclones Gombe in 2022 and Freddy in 2023, which killed more than 60 people and at least 86 in Mozambique respectively.

It warned that some 1.7 million people were in danger, and said the remnants of the cyclone could also dump "significant rainfall" on neighbouring Malawi through Monday, potentially triggering flash floods.

Zimbabwe and Zambia were also expected to see heavy rains, it added.

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At least 14 people were killed in Mayotte when a fierce cyclone battered the French Indian Ocean territory, authorities said Sunday, with officials warning it will take days to know the full toll.

At least 14 people were killed in Mayotte when a fierce cyclone battered the French Indian Ocean territory, authorities said Sunday, with officials warning it will take days to know the full toll. Rescue workers and supplies are being rushed in by air and sea, but their efforts are likely to be hindered by damage to airports and electricity distribution in a territory where even clean drinking water was already subject to chronic shortages. The toll of 14 was counted in a provisional list compiled by authorities, a security source told AFP. Nine people were gravely wounded and fighting for their lives in hospital, said Ambdilwahedou Soumaila, mayor of Mayotte's capital Mamoudzou, while 246 more were seriously injured. "The hospital is hit, the schools are hit. Houses are totally devastated," he said, adding that the hurricane "spared nothing". Mayotte's 320,000 residents were ordered into lockdown as cyclone Chido bore down on the islands around 500 kilometres (310 miles) east of Mozambique. Watch | Cyclone Chido: France Fears Heavy Toll As Cyclone Batters Mayotte × Its gusts of at least 226 kilometres per hour had "completely destroyed" the territory's many shantytowns, acting Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau said following a crisis meeting in Paris late Saturday. Electricity poles were hurled to the ground, trees uprooted, and sheet-metal roofs and walls torn off improvised structures inhabited by at least one-third of the population. "It will take several days" to establish the full death toll, but "we fear that it is heavy", Retailleau said, adding that the Muslim custom of burial within a day of death could complicate the count. Information from the locked-down population, in shock and largely cut off from water and electricity supplies, is slow to filter out, a source familiar with the recovery effort told AFP. One local resident, Ibrahim, told AFP of "apocalyptic scenes" as he made his way through the main island, having to clear blocked roads for himself. "Even the largest companies have suffered damage," he added. Scramble for supplies Retailleau will travel to Mayotte on Monday, his office said, alongside 160 soldiers and firefighters to reinforce the 110 already deployed to the islands from mainland France ahead of the storm. Medical personnel and equipment were being delivered from Sunday by air and sea, said the prefecture in La Reunion, another French Indian Ocean territory some 1,400 kilometres away on the other side of Madagascar. Pope Francis, visiting French Mediterranean island Corsica on Sunday, urged people to pray for Mayotte residents. "Everything has been swept away, everything is razed," said Mounira, a woman whose house was destroyed in the Kaweni district in Mamoudzou's east -- France's largest shantytown. More than 15,000 homes are without electricity, according to Environment Minister Agnes-Pannier Runacher, while telephone access is severely limited even for emergency calls. Acting Transport Minister Francois Durovray wrote on X that the Pamandzi airport on Petite-Terre, the smaller of Mayotte's two major islands, had "suffered major damage". Storm hits Mozambique Just northwest of Mayotte, the Comoros islands, some of which had been on red alert since Friday, were also hit but suffered only minor damage. Cyclone Chido later slammed into Mozambique early Sunday, bringing gale-force winds and heavy rain when it made landfall around 40 kilometres (25 miles) south of the northern city of Pemba, weather services said. "The cyclone is already affecting Pemba with a very strong intensity. We were monitoring the situation, but there is no communication with Pemba since 7:00 am (0500 GMT)," National Institute of Meteorology director Aderito Aramuge told AFP. UNICEF said it was on the ground to help the people impacted by the storm, which had already caused some damage. "Many homes, schools, and health facilities have been partially or completely destroyed and we are working closely with the government to ensure continuity of essential basic services," it said in a statement. Cyclone Chido is the latest in a string of storms worldwide to be fuelled by climate change, according to experts. The "exceptional" cyclone was super-charged by particularly warm Indian Ocean waters, meteorologist Francois Gourand of France's Meteo France weather service told AFP. The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) said Friday it was similar in strength to cyclones Gombe in 2022 and Freddy in 2023, which killed more than 60 people and at least 86 in Mozambique respectively. It warned that some 1.7 million people were in danger, and said the remnants of the cyclone could also dump "significant rainfall" on neighbouring Malawi through Monday, potentially triggering flash floods. Zimbabwe and Zambia were also expected to see heavy rains, it added. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Mayotte hit by ‘apocalyptic’ Cyclone Chido: 14 killed, thousands left without power and water

In a festive display of holiday cheer, London marked the 10th edition of its annual 'Santa Cruise,' with hundreds of Santas parading down Pall Mall. The event brought together participants dressed in Santa Claus outfits to spread joy and raise funds for charity. The lively procession was a highlight of the city's Christmas celebrations, attracting both locals and tourists alike. The Santa Cruise is now a beloved tradition, contributing to London's vibrant holiday atmosphere.

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Israel launched a series of airstrikes on multiple sites in Syria overnight, despite the Syrian rebel leader, Abu Mohammed al-Jolani, saying that his group, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), has no interest in engaging in conflict with Israel.

Israel launched a series of airstrikes on multiple sites in Syria overnight, despite the Syrian rebel leader, Abu Mohammed al-Jolani, saying that his group, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), has no interest in engaging in conflict with Israel. The strikes came shortly after Israel’s Defence Minister, Israel Katz, announced that Israeli forces would remain stationed on Mount Hermon throughout the winter. The troops took control of the Golan Heights buffer zone last week. “Due to what is happening in Syria, there is enormous security importance to our holding on to the peak,” Katz’s office said. 'Israelis have clearly crossed the lines of engagement in Syria' Earlier, Abu Mohammed al-Jolani of HTS told Syrian state media, “There are no excuses for any foreign intervention in Syria now after the Iranians have left. We are not in the process of engaging in a conflict with Israel.” Jolani accused Israel of using false pretexts to justify its recent attacks but emphasised that his focus remains on Syria’s rebuilding process after years of war. Also read: US makes 'direct contact' with Syria's rebels; Turkey reopens embassy in Damascus after 12 years “The Israelis have clearly crossed the lines of engagement in Syria, which poses a threat of unwarranted escalation in the region,” Jolani said. He added that Syria, exhausted from years of conflict, must prioritise stability and reconstruction rather than risk further destruction through new confrontations. “The priority at this stage is reconstruction and stability, not being drawn into disputes that could lead to further destruction,” he added. 'Not intervening in what is happening in Syria,' says IDF Chief of Staff Responding to Jolani’s comments, Israel Defence Forces Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi said, “We aren’t intervening in what is happening in Syria. We have no intention of administering Syria.” Halevi said that the country’s actions are focused solely on ensuring the security of its citizens. “There was an enemy country here. Its army collapsed. There is a threat that terror elements will come here, and we advanced so … extreme terror elements won’t settle close to the border with us,” Halevi said. “We are unequivocally intervening only in what determines Israeli citizens’ security. The deployment along the entire border, from Mt Hermon to the meeting of the Israeli-Syrian-Jordanian border, is proper,” he added. The British-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported that Israel launched 61 missiles at Syrian military sites in less than five hours on Saturday evening. The United Nations has urged Israel to withdraw from the buffer zone between Syria and the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights. UN Secretary-General António Guterres said that he was “deeply concerned by the recent and extensive violations of Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.” France, Germany, and Spain also called on Israel to pull back from the demilitarised zone. The UN has accused Israel of violating a 1974 disengagement agreement, which established the buffer zone following the Yom Kippur War. Israel, however, argued that the agreement “collapsed” with the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s government. (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq and non-state actors like Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

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A Chinese finance firm has gone viral on Chinese social media for its toxic workplace rituals after a video showed its employees lying flat on the floor of the office to welcome the boss of the company, reported South China Morning Post.

In the video, around 20 employees at an institute, located in the southern city of Guangzhou, were seen lying on the floor of the corridor with their faces downwards and chanting slogans to welcome their boss in an inspection.

The employees looked up and shouted, “Qiming branch welcomes Boss Huang! Qiming branch, whether in life or death, we will not fail our work mission.”

The legal representative of the company, Liu, on December 2, refuted the incident and emphasised that Huang never took part in a welcoming ceremony.

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“This video has caused lasting negative effects on the company. The content may have been edited or fabricated,” he said.

Liu further said that the institution's founding team ceased operations by the end of 2020 and is now making preparations for dissolving the company.

The local government has been investigating the authenticity of the video and the policies of the company.

<h2>Here's how netizens reacted</h2>

The incident quickly garnered attention on Chinese social media platform Weibo and received more than eight million views.

“Such company policies trample on the dignity of employees,” wrote a user.

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“The incident is still under investigation, so we shouldn’t jump to conclusions. However, it does highlight some toxic workplace cultures, such as kneeling to welcome leaders or being coerced into drinking with them," commented another user.

<h2>Bizarre company regulations in China</h2>

Bizarre company regulations have been emerging in China. An anonymous employee had reported last year how her company had asked employees to walk 180,000 steps per month or else pay a fine.

Another case was reported in July 2020, when a financial company punished its seven employees for their poor performance by making them consume two bags of “death chilli sticks". Two employees suffered stomach pain and fainted and were then hospitalised.

(With inputs from agencies)

A Chinese finance firm has gone viral on Chinese social media for its toxic workplace rituals after a video showed its employees lying flat on the floor of the office to welcome the boss of the company, reported South China Morning Post.

A Chinese finance firm has gone viral on Chinese social media for its toxic workplace rituals after a video showed its employees lying flat on the floor of the office to welcome the boss of the company, reported South China Morning Post. In the video, around 20 employees at an institute, located in the southern city of Guangzhou, were seen lying on the floor of the corridor with their faces downwards and chanting slogans to welcome their boss in an inspection. The employees looked up and shouted, “Qiming branch welcomes Boss Huang! Qiming branch, whether in life or death, we will not fail our work mission.” The legal representative of the company, Liu, on December 2, refuted the incident and emphasised that Huang never took part in a welcoming ceremony. Also Read: China: Man fired for napping in office awarded Rs 4 million in compensation “This video has caused lasting negative effects on the company. The content may have been edited or fabricated,” he said. Liu further said that the institution's founding team ceased operations by the end of 2020 and is now making preparations for dissolving the company. The local government has been investigating the authenticity of the video and the policies of the company. Here's how netizens reacted The incident quickly garnered attention on Chinese social media platform Weibo and received more than eight million views. “Such company policies trample on the dignity of employees,” wrote a user. Also Read: Chinese police detain 'bored' man for creating his fake arrest notice with $4,000 reward “The incident is still under investigation, so we shouldn’t jump to conclusions. However, it does highlight some toxic workplace cultures, such as kneeling to welcome leaders or being coerced into drinking with them," commented another user. Bizarre company regulations in China Bizarre company regulations have been emerging in China. An anonymous employee had reported last year how her company had asked employees to walk 180,000 steps per month or else pay a fine. Another case was reported in July 2020, when a financial company punished its seven employees for their poor performance by making them consume two bags of “death chilli sticks". Two employees suffered stomach pain and fainted and were then hospitalised. (With inputs from agencies)

Chinese company making employees eat 'death chillies' on failure, welcome boss with ‘floor greetings’

Sri Lankan President Anura Dissanayake is set to meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi today for crucial bilateral talks. The meeting is expected to focus on strengthening the ties between the two neighboring nations, with discussions likely covering trade, security, and regional cooperation. This diplomatic visit comes at a time of evolving political and economic dynamics in South Asia, with both leaders aiming to enhance their strategic partnership for mutual benefit.

Sri Lankan President Anura Dissanayake In India Ro Meet PM Modi

In a significant legal victory for former President Donald Trump, ABC News has agreed to pay $15 million in a defamation case filed by Trump. The lawsuit stemmed from reports that allegedly harmed his reputation, leading to this substantial payout. The settlement highlights the ongoing legal battles Trump faces, as well as the importance of media accuracy in reporting on public figures. This case marks a key moment in Trump's efforts to defend his image and hold media outlets accountable for their coverage.

ABC News Settles Defamation Lawsuit with Trump for $15 Million

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Thin Layer of Fog Engulfs New Delhi, Temperature Set to Dip to 2°C Soon

South Korean opposition leader Lee Jae-Myung on Sunday (Dec 15) urged the country's Constitutional Court to swiftly formalise the impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol, following his controversial martial law decree. The move, which lawmakers described as an "insurrectionary" act, has thrown the nation into one of its worst political crises in recent years. &nbsp;

<h2>Ease the 'suffering of the people'&nbsp;</h2>

Yoon was suspended on Saturday after lawmakers impeached him with 204 votes. Now, the Constitutional Court is evaluating the charges and will decide in 180 days whether to uphold the impeachment or not. In the meantime, Prime Minister Han Duck-soo has assumed interim leadership.

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While the court has up to 180 days to reach a verdict, Lee pressed for urgency, and said,&nbsp;"This is the only way to minimise national turmoil and alleviate the suffering of the people".

Lee also called for accountability, underscoring the need to investigate the circumstances behind Yoon's martial law declaration. &nbsp;

"To hold those responsible for this absurd situation accountable and to prevent its recurrence, it is essential to uncover the truth and demand accountability," he said.

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<h2>Probe into Yoon's martial law</h2>

Authorities continue to look into the martial law order, which led to dramatic scenes in South Korea's parliament. Prosecutors on Sunday also said they are seeking an arrest warrant for Kwak Jong-keun, head of the Army Special Warfare Command, who allegedly deployed special forces troops to parliament during the crisis. &nbsp;

Meanwhile, Yeo In-hyung, the Defence Counterintelligence Command's chief, was arrested on insurrection charges.

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Acting President Han has meanwhile worked to project calm, engaging with international allies. In a call with US President Joe Biden on Sunday, Han reaffirmed the strength of the US-South Korea alliance. Biden praised South Korea’s democratic resilience, underscoring his "confidence that the Alliance will remain the linchpin for peace and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region".

Domestically, Han has directed the military to "enhance vigilance" against North Korea, with which Seoul technically remains at war. Pyongyang is yet to comment on the developments.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

South Korean opposition leader Lee Jae-Myung on Sunday (Dec 15) urged the country's Constitutional Court to swiftly formalise the impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol, following his controversial martial law decree.

South Korean opposition leader Lee Jae-Myung on Sunday (Dec 15) urged the country's Constitutional Court to swiftly formalise the impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol, following his controversial martial law decree. The move, which lawmakers described as an "insurrectionary" act, has thrown the nation into one of its worst political crises in recent years. Ease the 'suffering of the people' Yoon was suspended on Saturday after lawmakers impeached him with 204 votes. Now, the Constitutional Court is evaluating the charges and will decide in 180 days whether to uphold the impeachment or not. In the meantime, Prime Minister Han Duck-soo has assumed interim leadership. Also read | Biden calls South Korea's acting president, stresses alliance as 'linchpin for peace' While the court has up to 180 days to reach a verdict, Lee pressed for urgency, and said, "This is the only way to minimise national turmoil and alleviate the suffering of the people". Lee also called for accountability, underscoring the need to investigate the circumstances behind Yoon's martial law declaration. "To hold those responsible for this absurd situation accountable and to prevent its recurrence, it is essential to uncover the truth and demand accountability," he said. Probe into Yoon's martial law Authorities continue to look into the martial law order, which led to dramatic scenes in South Korea's parliament. Prosecutors on Sunday also said they are seeking an arrest warrant for Kwak Jong-keun, head of the Army Special Warfare Command, who allegedly deployed special forces troops to parliament during the crisis. Meanwhile, Yeo In-hyung, the Defence Counterintelligence Command's chief, was arrested on insurrection charges. Also read | South Korea President Yoon impeached: What happens now? All you need to know Acting President Han has meanwhile worked to project calm, engaging with international allies. In a call with US President Joe Biden on Sunday, Han reaffirmed the strength of the US-South Korea alliance. Biden praised South Korea’s democratic resilience, underscoring his "confidence that the Alliance will remain the linchpin for peace and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region". Domestically, Han has directed the military to "enhance vigilance" against North Korea, with which Seoul technically remains at war. Pyongyang is yet to comment on the developments. (With inputs from agencies)

South Korean opposition leader pushes for quick verdict on Yoon's impeachment: Ease 'suffering of the people'

Apple is under intense scrutiny after its AI-powered notification service mistakenly generated a false news alert attributed to the BBC, claiming that Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the killing of&nbsp;UnitedHealthcare CEO, had shot himself. The error, broadcast on iPhones, prompted the BBC to file a formal complaint with Apple, emphasising the potential damage to its reputation as a trusted news source.&nbsp;

<h2>What happened?</h2>

The controversy arose from Apple's recently launched Apple Intelligence service, which aggregates news alerts using artificial intelligence. This feature is only available on&nbsp;select iPhones running on&nbsp;iOS 18.1 or later (iPhone 16 series, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max).&nbsp;It is also available on some iPads and Macs.

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Among its notifications was a fabricated alert suggesting that the BBC had reported Luigi Mangione's suicide. Mangione, 26, is currently in custody in Pennsylvania and is awaiting extradition to New York following his arrest for the murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson.&nbsp; 
 
The misleading notification, sent to BBC subscribers, read, "Luigi Mangione shoots himself."&nbsp;

<h2>BBC responds &nbsp;</h2>

The BBC responded swiftly, and&nbsp;the publication's&nbsp;spokesperson said,&nbsp;"BBC News is the most trusted news media in the world" adding that&nbsp;"it is essential to us that our audiences can trust any information or journalism published in our name and that includes notifications". 
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The broadcaster confirmed it had lodged a complaint with Apple over the incident, demanding stricter safeguards to prevent future errors.

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<h2>Apple's AI struggles &nbsp;</h2>

According to reports, this is not the first instance of Apple Intelligence misrepresenting news.&nbsp;

On November 21, the service inaccurately compiled content from the New York Times, sending a notification that in part read "Netanyahu arrested," falsely claiming Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had been arrested. The error arose from a report regarding an arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court&nbsp;rather than the actual news of Netanyahu's arrest.

(With inputs from agencies)

Apple is under intense scrutiny after its AI-powered notification service mistakenly generated a false news alert attributed to the BBC, claiming that Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO, had shot himself.

Apple is under intense scrutiny after its AI-powered notification service mistakenly generated a false news alert attributed to the BBC, claiming that Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO, had shot himself. The error, broadcast on iPhones, prompted the BBC to file a formal complaint with Apple, emphasising the potential damage to its reputation as a trusted news source. What happened? The controversy arose from Apple's recently launched Apple Intelligence service, which aggregates news alerts using artificial intelligence. This feature is only available on select iPhones running on iOS 18.1 or later (iPhone 16 series, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max). It is also available on some iPads and Macs. Also read | CEO shooting suspect Luigi Mangione hires top NYC attorney as donors raise over $90,000 for his 'defence fund' Among its notifications was a fabricated alert suggesting that the BBC had reported Luigi Mangione's suicide. Mangione, 26, is currently in custody in Pennsylvania and is awaiting extradition to New York following his arrest for the murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The misleading notification, sent to BBC subscribers, read, "Luigi Mangione shoots himself." BBC responds The BBC responded swiftly, and the publication's spokesperson said, "BBC News is the most trusted news media in the world" adding that "it is essential to us that our audiences can trust any information or journalism published in our name and that includes notifications". The broadcaster confirmed it had lodged a complaint with Apple over the incident, demanding stricter safeguards to prevent future errors. Also read | Biden calls South Korea's acting president, stresses alliance as 'linchpin for peace' Apple's AI struggles According to reports, this is not the first instance of Apple Intelligence misrepresenting news. On November 21, the service inaccurately compiled content from the New York Times, sending a notification that in part read "Netanyahu arrested," falsely claiming Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had been arrested. The error arose from a report regarding an arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court rather than the actual news of Netanyahu's arrest. (With inputs from agencies)

Apple's news service faces backlash after AI-generated content falsely claims 'Luigi Mangione shoots himself'

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Cyclone Chido has caused widespread devastation in Mayotte, with France fearing a heavy toll as the storm continues to batter the region. The powerful cyclone has brought heavy rain, strong winds, and dangerous flooding, leading to significant damage to infrastructure and homes. Authorities are working to assess the extent of the destruction and provide relief to affected residents. With Mayotte being one of France's overseas territories, the French government has pledged support to help the island recover from this devastating natural disaster.

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A tragic incident off the coast of Greece has left five people dead and dozens missing after a migrant boat sank. The vessel, reportedly overcrowded, capsized in rough seas, leading to a desperate rescue operation. Authorities are working to locate the missing individuals, while survivors are being treated for injuries. The incident highlights the ongoing risks faced by migrants attempting to cross the Mediterranean, and the challenges posed by the region’s growing refugee crisis.

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Just a day after the impeachment of South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol, United States President Joe Biden engaged in a call with Seoul's Prime Minister Han Duck-soo on Saturday (Dec 14). Biden during the call with Duck-soo, who became acting president after the impeachment of Yoon, underscored the strength of the relationship between US and South Korea, calling the alliance "linchpin for peace" in the region.

<h2>Linchpin for peace</h2>

According to a White House readout of the call, "President Biden expressed his confidence that the Alliance will remain the linchpin for peace and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region during Acting President Han's tenure."

The American president also reaffirmed his country's commitment to the people of South Korea.

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"President Biden expressed his appreciation for the resiliency of democracy and the rule of law in the Republic of Korea and reaffirmed the ironclad commitment of the United States to the people of the Republic of Korea."

The Biden-Han call comes just a day after South Korean lawmakers voted to impeach Yoon on "insurrection" charges over his brief declaration of martial law in the country.

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<h2>What's next for Yoon?</h2>

On Saturday, out of 300 lawmakers, 204 voted to impeach the president on allegations of insurrection. With the success of the impeachment bid, Yoon now stands suspended from office as South Korea's Constitutional Court deliberates on whether to uphold his removal. In the meantime, Prime Minister Han Duck-soo will step in as the nation's interim president.

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The court has 180 days to either clear or block the vote. The court currently has only six judges, which means their decision must be unanimous.&nbsp;

If the court upholds the impeachment, Yoon will only be the country's second president to be impeached.

(With inputs from agencies)

Just a day after the impeachment of South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol, United States President Joe Biden engaged in a call with Seoul's Prime Minister Han Duck-soo on Saturday (Dec 14).

Just a day after the impeachment of South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol, United States President Joe Biden engaged in a call with Seoul's Prime Minister Han Duck-soo on Saturday (Dec 14). Biden during the call with Duck-soo, who became acting president after the impeachment of Yoon, underscored the strength of the relationship between US and South Korea, calling the alliance "linchpin for peace" in the region. Linchpin for peace According to a White House readout of the call, "President Biden expressed his confidence that the Alliance will remain the linchpin for peace and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region during Acting President Han's tenure." The American president also reaffirmed his country's commitment to the people of South Korea. Also read | South Korea President Yoon impeached: What happens now? All you need to know "President Biden expressed his appreciation for the resiliency of democracy and the rule of law in the Republic of Korea and reaffirmed the ironclad commitment of the United States to the people of the Republic of Korea." The Biden-Han call comes just a day after South Korean lawmakers voted to impeach Yoon on "insurrection" charges over his brief declaration of martial law in the country. What's next for Yoon? On Saturday, out of 300 lawmakers, 204 voted to impeach the president on allegations of insurrection. With the success of the impeachment bid, Yoon now stands suspended from office as South Korea's Constitutional Court deliberates on whether to uphold his removal. In the meantime, Prime Minister Han Duck-soo will step in as the nation's interim president. Also read | South Korea martial law timeline: Yoon's announcement, protests, U-turn - How events unfolded The court has 180 days to either clear or block the vote. The court currently has only six judges, which means their decision must be unanimous. If the court upholds the impeachment, Yoon will only be the country's second president to be impeached. (With inputs from agencies)

Biden speaks with South Korea's acting president, stresses alliance as 'linchpin for peace'

The five remaining members of the Australian "Bali Nine" drug ring flew home Sunday after 19 years in jail in Indonesia, ending a saga that had frayed relations between the two countries.

Indonesian police arrested the nine Australians in 2005, convicting them of attempting to smuggle more than eight kilogrammes (18 pounds) of heroin off the holiday island of Bali.

In a case that drew global attention to Indonesia's unforgiving drug laws, two of the gang members would eventually be executed by firing squad, while others served hefty prison sentences.

"The Australian Government can confirm that Australian citizens Matthew Norman, Scott Rush, Martin Stephens, Si Yi Chen, and Michael Czugaj have returned to Australia," Canberra said in a statement.

"The men will have the opportunity to continue their personal rehabilitation and reintegration in Australia."

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the men returned in the afternoon, and he had thanked Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto for his "compassion".

"Australia shares Indonesia's concern about the serious problem illicit drugs present," Albanese said.

"The government will continue to cooperate with Indonesia to counter narcotics trafficking and transnational crime," he told reporters.

"These Australians spent more than 19 years in prison in Indonesia. It was time for them to come home."

The Australian government did not give further details on the agreement with Jakarta.

<h2>Firing squad</h2>

An Indonesian minister told AFP the five men had left the country as prisoners but "all the responsibilities for them" had now passed to Australia.

The men were accompanied on their flight home by three officials from the Australian embassy, another Indonesian official said.

The Australian government said it had consistently advocated for the men and provided consular support to them and their families during their incarceration.

It asked the media to respect their privacy.

Australia's national broadcaster ABC said the men were now free&nbsp;and would not have to serve further prison time at home.

The men had been given temporary accommodation and had made voluntary undertakings to continue their rehabilitation, it said.

It is not uncommon for foreigners to be arrested for drug offences in Bali, which attracts millions of visitors to its palm-fringed beaches every year.

Muslim-majority Indonesia has some of the world's toughest drug laws, including the death penalty for traffickers.

Accused "Bali Nine" ringleaders Andrew Chan and Myuran Sukumaran were executed by firing squad in 2015 despite repeated pleas from the Australian government, which recalled its ambassador at the time.

Tan Duc Thanh Nguyen died of cancer in 2018, months before Renae Lawrence was released after her sentence was commuted.

<h2>Heroin-lined suitcase</h2>

Australian police came under criticism after the Bali Nine's arrests for alerting Indonesian authorities to the drug-smuggling ring despite the death penalty risk.

The release of the Australians followed weeks of speculation that a deal for their return was in the works.

In November, a senior Indonesian minister said Jakarta aimed to return prisoners from Australia, France, and the Philippines by the end of this year.

France last month requested the return of its citizen, Serge Atlaoui, a welder arrested in 2005 in a drugs factory outside Jakarta, according to a senior Indonesian minister.

Earlier this month, Indonesia signed an agreement with the Philippines for the return of Mary Jane Veloso, a mother of two, who was arrested in 2010 after the suitcase she was carrying was found to be lined with 2.6 kilogrammes (5.7 pounds) of heroin.

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The five remaining members of the Australian "Bali Nine" drug ring flew home Sunday after 19 years in jail in Indonesia, ending a saga that had frayed relations between the two countries.

The five remaining members of the Australian "Bali Nine" drug ring flew home Sunday after 19 years in jail in Indonesia, ending a saga that had frayed relations between the two countries. Indonesian police arrested the nine Australians in 2005, convicting them of attempting to smuggle more than eight kilogrammes (18 pounds) of heroin off the holiday island of Bali. In a case that drew global attention to Indonesia's unforgiving drug laws, two of the gang members would eventually be executed by firing squad, while others served hefty prison sentences. "The Australian Government can confirm that Australian citizens Matthew Norman, Scott Rush, Martin Stephens, Si Yi Chen, and Michael Czugaj have returned to Australia," Canberra said in a statement. "The men will have the opportunity to continue their personal rehabilitation and reintegration in Australia." Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the men returned in the afternoon, and he had thanked Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto for his "compassion". "Australia shares Indonesia's concern about the serious problem illicit drugs present," Albanese said. "The government will continue to cooperate with Indonesia to counter narcotics trafficking and transnational crime," he told reporters. "These Australians spent more than 19 years in prison in Indonesia. It was time for them to come home." The Australian government did not give further details on the agreement with Jakarta. Firing squad An Indonesian minister told AFP the five men had left the country as prisoners but "all the responsibilities for them" had now passed to Australia. The men were accompanied on their flight home by three officials from the Australian embassy, another Indonesian official said. The Australian government said it had consistently advocated for the men and provided consular support to them and their families during their incarceration. It asked the media to respect their privacy. Australia's national broadcaster ABC said the men were now free and would not have to serve further prison time at home. The men had been given temporary accommodation and had made voluntary undertakings to continue their rehabilitation, it said. It is not uncommon for foreigners to be arrested for drug offences in Bali, which attracts millions of visitors to its palm-fringed beaches every year. Muslim-majority Indonesia has some of the world's toughest drug laws, including the death penalty for traffickers. Accused "Bali Nine" ringleaders Andrew Chan and Myuran Sukumaran were executed by firing squad in 2015 despite repeated pleas from the Australian government, which recalled its ambassador at the time. Tan Duc Thanh Nguyen died of cancer in 2018, months before Renae Lawrence was released after her sentence was commuted. Heroin-lined suitcase Australian police came under criticism after the Bali Nine's arrests for alerting Indonesian authorities to the drug-smuggling ring despite the death penalty risk. The release of the Australians followed weeks of speculation that a deal for their return was in the works. In November, a senior Indonesian minister said Jakarta aimed to return prisoners from Australia, France, and the Philippines by the end of this year. France last month requested the return of its citizen, Serge Atlaoui, a welder arrested in 2005 in a drugs factory outside Jakarta, according to a senior Indonesian minister. Earlier this month, Indonesia signed an agreement with the Philippines for the return of Mary Jane Veloso, a mother of two, who was arrested in 2010 after the suitcase she was carrying was found to be lined with 2.6 kilogrammes (5.7 pounds) of heroin. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Bali Nine members return to Australia after 19-year imprisonment

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ABC News has agreed to settle a defamation lawsuit filed by US President-elect Donald Trump and will pay him $15 million over accusations that anchor George Stephanopoulos defamed the Republican in an interview.

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ABC News has agreed to settle a defamation lawsuit filed by US President-elect Donald Trump and will pay him $15 million over accusations that anchor George Stephanopoulos defamed the Republican in an interview.

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ABC News reached a legal settlement with United States President-elect Donald Trump in a defamation lawsuit and agreed to pay $15 million as part of it which also ended the dispute around an interview in which anchor George Stephanopoulos was accused of defaming Trump.

The money paid out by ABC News will be transferred to a "Presidential foundation and museum to be established by or for Plaintiff, as Presidents of the United States of America have established in the past", as per the settlement terms released on Saturday (Dec 14).

Another $1 million will be paid out by the defendants - identified as ABC, ABC News and Stephanopoulos - to the president-elect's counsel.

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According to the settlement, a note will also be added by the network and the bottom of the online news article regarding this story which was published on March 10, 2024.

"ABC News and George Stephanopoulos regret statements regarding President Donald J Trump made during an interview by George Stephanopoulos with Rep. Nancy Mace on ABC's This Week on March 10, 2024," the note will read.

In a statement, an ABC News spokesperson said the company was "pleased that the parties have reached an agreement to dismiss the lawsuit on the terms in the court filing".

<h2>What was the defamation case about?</h2>

A lawsuit was filed by Trump against ABC and Stephanopoulos in Miami federal court after the anchor said various that Trump was “found liable for rape” while hosting a “This Week” interview with Rep. Nancy Mace, which was not true.

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A jury in Manhattan had found Trump liable for sexually abusing his former advice columnist E. Jean Carroll at a department store in 1996 and later making defaming remarks against her while denying the allegations in his statements. The jury had ordered Trump to pay $5 million in May 2023.

In the complaint, the president-elect's lawyers alleged that Stephanopoulos “knowingly or recklessly made multiple false and disparaging statements regarding Plaintiff during ABC broadcasts."

During the interview, Stephanopoulos said that Trump "has been found liable for rape by a jury". However, the jury found him liable for sexually abusing Carroll in a civil case and did not find him liable&nbsp;for her alleged rape.

(With inputs from agencies)

ABC News reached a legal settlement with United States President-elect Donald Trump in a defamation lawsuit and agreed to pay $15 million as part of it which also ended the dispute around an interview in which anchor George Stephanopoulos was accused of defaming Trump.

ABC News reached a legal settlement with United States President-elect Donald Trump in a defamation lawsuit and agreed to pay $15 million as part of it which also ended the dispute around an interview in which anchor George Stephanopoulos was accused of defaming Trump. The money paid out by ABC News will be transferred to a "Presidential foundation and museum to be established by or for Plaintiff, as Presidents of the United States of America have established in the past", as per the settlement terms released on Saturday (Dec 14). Another $1 million will be paid out by the defendants - identified as ABC, ABC News and Stephanopoulos - to the president-elect's counsel. Also Read: Trump 2.0: Trump taps loyalist Devin Nunes for key intelligence role; Richard Grenell named special envoy According to the settlement, a note will also be added by the network and the bottom of the online news article regarding this story which was published on March 10, 2024. "ABC News and George Stephanopoulos regret statements regarding President Donald J Trump made during an interview by George Stephanopoulos with Rep. Nancy Mace on ABC's This Week on March 10, 2024," the note will read. In a statement, an ABC News spokesperson said the company was "pleased that the parties have reached an agreement to dismiss the lawsuit on the terms in the court filing". What was the defamation case about? A lawsuit was filed by Trump against ABC and Stephanopoulos in Miami federal court after the anchor said various that Trump was “found liable for rape” while hosting a “This Week” interview with Rep. Nancy Mace, which was not true. Watch: Top CEOs Threatened By Donald Trump Donating To His Inauguration Fund A jury in Manhattan had found Trump liable for sexually abusing his former advice columnist E. Jean Carroll at a department store in 1996 and later making defaming remarks against her while denying the allegations in his statements. The jury had ordered Trump to pay $5 million in May 2023. In the complaint, the president-elect's lawyers alleged that Stephanopoulos “knowingly or recklessly made multiple false and disparaging statements regarding Plaintiff during ABC broadcasts." During the interview, Stephanopoulos said that Trump "has been found liable for rape by a jury". However, the jury found him liable for sexually abusing Carroll in a civil case and did not find him liable for her alleged rape. (With inputs from agencies)

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