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Global arms sales increased by 4.2% in 2023, reaching $632 billion, according to a report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) on Monday. The rise in sales was attributed to ongoing conflicts, including the war in Ukraine, violence in Gaza, and growing geopolitical tensions in Asia. This surge reflects heightened global demand for military equipment amid escalating regional and international disputes. Watch to know more!

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The United States (US) State Department said on Monday (Dec. 2) that it wanted to see a political process to end the civil war in Syria, which has been going on since 2012.

The United States (US) State Department said on Monday (Dec. 2) that it wanted to see a political process to end the civil war in Syria, which has been going on since 2012. Last week, rebel factions launched a large-scale surprise attack on areas controlled by President Bashar al-Assad's government and seized territory in the country's northwest region. The current offensive is being led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, known by its initials HTS. The US and the United Nations (UN) have designated the HTS as a terrorist organisation. '...want to end civil war once and for all' Addressing a routine press conference, State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller said, "In the immediate term, what we want to see are de-escalation and protection of civilians and minority groups. But our overall policy remains the same, is that we want to see a serious and credible political process to end this civil war once and for all, with a political settlement consistent with United Nations Security Council Resolution 2254." Also read | Kyiv blames Tehran, Moscow for Syria escalation as Islamists take on Assad "As you know, that resolution calls for a process facilitated by the United Nations where the Syrian regime and the opposition groups would negotiate a path forward for Syria. It's important that that path be Syrian-led and have a process that ultimately leads towards elections," Miller said. "That's what we want to see over the long term. But in the short term, we want to see a de-escalation of the situation and protection of civilians," he added. "Nothing has changed with respect to our policy. Assad is a brutal dictator with blood on his hands, the blood of innocent civilians inside Syria, blood of his own people on his hands. Ultimately, what we want to see is a political process forward, where the Syrian people get to determine who their leaders are," the State Department spokesperson further said. Over 400 killed in current offensive The rebel offensive, which began last week, has killed more than 400 people, including at least 72 civilians, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. Nearly 50,000 people have fled their homes in recent days, the UN said Monday. The rebel factions seized large swathes of Syria, reversing years of gains by forces loyal to President Assad in the 12-year war. The HTS rules the country's last rebel bastion in the northwest. Last week, HTS and its rebel allies captured Syria's second city, Aleppo, and dozens of towns and villages from government control. (With inputs from agencies)

US says it wants to see 'political process' to end Syrian civil war following rebel offensive

Two men got involved in a fight over Thanksgiving&nbsp;dinner which eventually ended with the tragic death of one of them, who was 80 years old, in Massachusetts, US.

The fight broke out when 65-year-old Robert Lombardi pushed 80-year-old Frank Griswold for sneezing on his "holiday meal preparations" at their Marshfield home, after which Lombardi was accused of involuntary manslaughter.&nbsp;

A 911 call reporting was sent to Marshfield Police in which they were informed about an unconscious man who was lying on the floor of the kitchen.

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When police officials reached the house, they found that the man was "bleeding from the head" and a laceration on his forehead and a fracture in his neck were also seen. The man was rushed to the hospital but he succumbed to his injuries.

<h2>Roommate 'sneezed' often, claims Lombardi&nbsp;</h2>

In the initial investigation, the police found that the roommate of the man pushed him after the two had a fight over a meal prepared on the holiday, and Griswold fell to the floor and his head was hurt, after which he became unconscious.&nbsp;

The roommate informed the police that he was cooking a Thanksgiving lunch and "got in an argument with Frank Griswold and that he did not want him in the kitchen touching the food."

Lombardi said his roommate "often sneezed" and he did not want him to "sneeze or contaminate the food" which was prepared for Thanksgiving.

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"He did see the victim, Mr. Griswold, near that food doing dishes, said that he went over and grabbed Mr. Griswold from behind, grabbed his back and threw Mr. Griswold to the right and tossed him to the side," said the prosecutor, while speaking to Mirror US.

Lombardi, who panicked after the man fell, dialled 911 and was taken into custody later.&nbsp;

The man was charged with assault, involuntary manslaughter, and battery on a person more than 60 and pleaded not guilty.

Since 2008, the two men had rented their Marshfield house, and they had been staying together since 2001.

The cause of the death is still being investigated by the authorities.&nbsp;

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Two men got involved in a fight over Thanksgiving dinner which eventually ended with the tragic death of one of them, who was 80 years old, in Massachusetts, US.

Two men got involved in a fight over Thanksgiving dinner which eventually ended with the tragic death of one of them, who was 80 years old, in Massachusetts, US. The fight broke out when 65-year-old Robert Lombardi pushed 80-year-old Frank Griswold for sneezing on his "holiday meal preparations" at their Marshfield home, after which Lombardi was accused of involuntary manslaughter. A 911 call reporting was sent to Marshfield Police in which they were informed about an unconscious man who was lying on the floor of the kitchen. Also Read: Chinese police detains 'bored' man for creating his fake arrest notice with $4,000 reward When police officials reached the house, they found that the man was "bleeding from the head" and a laceration on his forehead and a fracture in his neck were also seen. The man was rushed to the hospital but he succumbed to his injuries. Roommate 'sneezed' often, claims Lombardi In the initial investigation, the police found that the roommate of the man pushed him after the two had a fight over a meal prepared on the holiday, and Griswold fell to the floor and his head was hurt, after which he became unconscious. The roommate informed the police that he was cooking a Thanksgiving lunch and "got in an argument with Frank Griswold and that he did not want him in the kitchen touching the food." Lombardi said his roommate "often sneezed" and he did not want him to "sneeze or contaminate the food" which was prepared for Thanksgiving. Watch: Kolkata Doctor Murder Case: Trial Begins; Accused 'Sanjay Roy' Claims 'Falsely Framed' In The Case "He did see the victim, Mr. Griswold, near that food doing dishes, said that he went over and grabbed Mr. Griswold from behind, grabbed his back and threw Mr. Griswold to the right and tossed him to the side," said the prosecutor, while speaking to Mirror US. Lombardi, who panicked after the man fell, dialled 911 and was taken into custody later. The man was charged with assault, involuntary manslaughter, and battery on a person more than 60 and pleaded not guilty. Since 2008, the two men had rented their Marshfield house, and they had been staying together since 2001. The cause of the death is still being investigated by the authorities. (With inputs from agencies)

Man murders 80-year-old roommate for sneezing close to his Thanksgiving food

Days after US President-elect Donald Trump selected Kashyap "Kash" Patel for director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), critics have been expressing doubts about his&nbsp;being qualified to lead the US government's principal law enforcement agency.

Some of the critics also voiced concerns, saying that Kash Patel, who is known for his loyalty, has aimed to dismantle an apolitical federal security service and remodel it into a means of partisan retribution.

Jeff Lanza, a former FBI agent, said, "Look, 99.9% of the bureau is made up of hard-working agents who adhere to the principles of fidelity, bravery, and integrity."&nbsp;

"But he's said that he's coming in to just decimate the agency. How is that going to go well and how will that play into the morale of the agents who have to work under him?," he added.&nbsp;

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<h2>'Job is difficult'</h2>

Former FBI and Department of Justice officials told BBC that the job is difficult and it would be nearly impossible for someone like Kash Patel, stressing that he has limited management experience to operate effectively.

Gregory Brower, a former FBI assistant director, called the job "nonstop", adding, "It's relentless. It's high stakes. It requires expert judgment, stamina, experience, and a strong ethical and moral compass."

Brower has worked closely with the past two directors.&nbsp;

However, Trump called Patel "a brilliant lawyer, investigator, and 'America First' fighter who has spent his career exposing corruption, defending Justice, and protecting the American People".

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Indian-origin Kashyap Patel previously served as Chief of Staff at the Department of Defense, Deputy Director of National Intelligence, and Senior Director for Counterterrorism at the National Security Council during Trump's first term.

Kashyap Patel, the son of Indian immigrants, is the author of a book about the so-called government's "deep state."

(With inputs from agencies)

Days after US President-elect Donald Trump selected Kashyap "Kash" Patel for director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), critics have been expressing doubts about his being qualified to lead the US government's principal law enforcement agency.

Days after US President-elect Donald Trump selected Kashyap "Kash" Patel for director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), critics have been expressing doubts about his being qualified to lead the US government's principal law enforcement agency. Some of the critics also voiced concerns, saying that Kash Patel, who is known for his loyalty, has aimed to dismantle an apolitical federal security service and remodel it into a means of partisan retribution. Jeff Lanza, a former FBI agent, said, "Look, 99.9% of the bureau is made up of hard-working agents who adhere to the principles of fidelity, bravery, and integrity." "But he's said that he's coming in to just decimate the agency. How is that going to go well and how will that play into the morale of the agents who have to work under him?," he added. Also read: Trump selects Indian-origin Kash Patel to head FBI, announces key picks for DEA, and Justice Department 'Job is difficult' Former FBI and Department of Justice officials told BBC that the job is difficult and it would be nearly impossible for someone like Kash Patel, stressing that he has limited management experience to operate effectively. Gregory Brower, a former FBI assistant director, called the job "nonstop", adding, "It's relentless. It's high stakes. It requires expert judgment, stamina, experience, and a strong ethical and moral compass." Brower has worked closely with the past two directors. However, Trump called Patel "a brilliant lawyer, investigator, and 'America First' fighter who has spent his career exposing corruption, defending Justice, and protecting the American People". Watch | US: Trump Names Kash Patel As New FBI Director × Earlier on Tuesday, the father of Kash Patel, Parik Patel, took to X, saying that he is proud of his son and Vivek Ramaswamy. When Kashu and Vivek were small they would play together in the parking lot while I was working in the motel Now Kashu is director of the FBI and Vivek is helping clean up the government with DOGE So proud of my son and his friends ❤️ pic.twitter.com/ecQkqdAvVp — Dr. Parik Patel, BA, CFA, ACCA Esq. (@ParikPatelCFA) December 1, 2024 × Indian-origin Kashyap Patel previously served as Chief of Staff at the Department of Defense, Deputy Director of National Intelligence, and Senior Director for Counterterrorism at the National Security Council during Trump's first term. Kashyap Patel, the son of Indian immigrants, is the author of a book about the so-called government's "deep state." (With inputs from agencies)

Critics raise concern over Trump's FBI pick Kash Patel, say 'job is difficult'

German authorities are pressing for a 100-year-old former Nazi concentration camp guard to face trial almost 80 years after the end of World War II. The higher regional court in Frankfurt on Tuesday said it had overturned a decision by a lower court under which the suspect had been deemed unfit to stand trial.

German authorities are pressing for a 100-year-old former Nazi concentration camp guard to face trial almost 80 years after the end of World War II. The higher regional court in Frankfurt on Tuesday said it had overturned a decision by a lower court under which the suspect had been deemed unfit to stand trial. The suspect, named Gregor Formanek by German media, was charged last year with aiding and abetting murder in 3,322 cases while working at the former Sachsenhausen concentration camp near Berlin between July 1943 and February 1945. Also read | Chinese police detains 'bored' man for creating his fake arrest notice with $4,000 reward However, an expert determined in February that Formanek was not fit to stand trial due to his mental and physical condition and the court in Hanau, Hesse state, eventually decided not to open the proceedings against him. The Frankfurt court on Tuesday found the expert's decision had not been based on "sufficient facts". "The expert himself stated that it was not possible to interview the defendant and that the opportunity for extensive psychiatric testing was not available," it said. Germany has been scrambling to bring the last surviving former Nazi war criminals to justice since a 2011 landmark ruling paved the way for several trials. One former death camp guard, John Demjanjuk, was convicted on the basis that he served as part of Hitler's killing machine, even though there was no proof he had directly killed anyone. Watch | Vietnamese Tycoon Truong Loses Death Sentence Appeal, Needs $BN To Save Her Life × Since then, several former concentration camp workers have been found guilty of being accessories to murder on the same basis. However, with time running out, many cases have been abandoned in recent years after the accused died or was physically unable to stand trial. More than 200,000 people, including Jews, Roma, regime opponents and gay people, were detained at the Sachsenhausen camp between 1936 and 1945. Tens of thousands died there from forced labour, murder, medical experiments, hunger or disease before the camp was liberated by Soviet troops. 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.

100-year-old ex-Nazi camp guard could face trial in Germany

Israel Defence Minister Israel Katz warned the Lebanese government, saying that if the ceasefire with Hezbollah collapses, there will no longer be an exemption for Lebanon, and Israel will act strongly, reported The Times of Israel.&nbsp;

During a visit to the northern border, Katz said, "We will work with all our might to enforce all the understandings of the ceasefire agreement, and we show maximum response and zero tolerance."

He further warned that Israel will not allow Hezbollah to return to the old methods they had.&nbsp;

“Yesterday was the first test, (Hezbollah) shooting at Mount Dov. We reacted strongly, and this is exactly what we will do, and we will not allow Hezbollah to return to the old methods they had, such as the tent that was set up (by Hezbollah on the border several years ago) and not attacked,” he said.&nbsp;

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Katz said that Lebanon must "authorize the Lebanese army to enforce their part, to keep Hezbollah away beyond the Litani (River) and to dismantle all the infrastructure.”

“If they don’t do it and this whole agreement collapses then the reality will be very clear. First of all, if we return to war we will act strongly, we will go deeper, and the most important thing they need to know, that there will be no longer be an exemption for the state of Lebanon,” he added.&nbsp;

“If until now we have distinguished between the state of Lebanon and Hezbollah, and between Beirut as a whole and [its southern suburb, a Hezbollah stronghold] Dahiyeh, which we have struck very hard, this will no longer be (the case),” Katz added.&nbsp;

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Earlier on Monday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded to the Hezbollah attack on Mount Dov in Israel, saying that Hezbollah's firing at Mount Dov constitutes a serious violation of the ceasefire.&nbsp;

He stressed that Israel will respond strongly to this, adding, "We are determined to continue to enforce the ceasefire, and to respond to any violation by Hezbollah - minor or serious."

Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq, and non-state actors like the 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.

(With inputs from agencies)

Israel Defence Minister Israel Katz warned the Lebanese government, saying that if the ceasefire with Hezbollah collapses, there will no longer be an exemption for Lebanon, and Israel will act strongly, reported The Times of Israel.

Israel Defence Minister Israel Katz warned the Lebanese government, saying that if the ceasefire with Hezbollah collapses, there will no longer be an exemption for Lebanon, and Israel will act strongly, reported The Times of Israel. During a visit to the northern border, Katz said, "We will work with all our might to enforce all the understandings of the ceasefire agreement, and we show maximum response and zero tolerance." He further warned that Israel will not allow Hezbollah to return to the old methods they had. “Yesterday was the first test, (Hezbollah) shooting at Mount Dov. We reacted strongly, and this is exactly what we will do, and we will not allow Hezbollah to return to the old methods they had, such as the tent that was set up (by Hezbollah on the border several years ago) and not attacked,” he said. Also read: Lebanon says nine killed in Israeli strikes on southern villages Katz said that Lebanon must "authorize the Lebanese army to enforce their part, to keep Hezbollah away beyond the Litani (River) and to dismantle all the infrastructure.” “If they don’t do it and this whole agreement collapses then the reality will be very clear. First of all, if we return to war we will act strongly, we will go deeper, and the most important thing they need to know, that there will be no longer be an exemption for the state of Lebanon,” he added. “If until now we have distinguished between the state of Lebanon and Hezbollah, and between Beirut as a whole and [its southern suburb, a Hezbollah stronghold] Dahiyeh, which we have struck very hard, this will no longer be (the case),” Katz added. Watch | Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire Deal: Netanyahu Accuses Hezbollah Of Violation × Earlier on Monday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded to the Hezbollah attack on Mount Dov in Israel, saying that Hezbollah's firing at Mount Dov constitutes a serious violation of the ceasefire. He stressed that Israel will respond strongly to this, adding, "We are determined to continue to enforce the ceasefire, and to respond to any violation by Hezbollah - minor or serious." Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq, and non-state actors like the 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. (With inputs from agencies)

Israeli minister says if truce with Hezbollah fails, there'll be no exemption for state of Lebanon

Putin has approved a record defense budget for 2025. He has set aside $126 billion for military spending, does this mean he plans to continue the war against Ukraine? Watch here to learn more!

Russia-Ukraine War: Putin Approves $126Bn For Defence In 2025 Budget As War Effort Intensifies

On Monday, the administration of outgoing U.S. President Joe Biden informed Congress of its decision to approve the sale of MH-60R multi-mission helicopter equipment and associated supplies to India, valued at approximately $1.17 billion. Watch to know more!

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Universities in the United Kingdom (UK) are allegedly enrolling foreign students with poor or limited English by charging higher fees, BBC reported. According to the report, most of the students paid other people to get their coursework done and to register attendance for them in the lecture.&nbsp;

The University and College Union (UCU) further told BBC that some institutions are overlooking the language skills of foreign students so they can get higher fees from them. A professor even told the British news outlet that around 70 per cent of his recent students pursuing a master's have inadequate English.&nbsp;

Universities UK, comprising 141 institutions, rejected the claims, saying it has strict language requirements for students coming from abroad.&nbsp;

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UCU has around 120,000 lecturers and university staff, and one of its members, Jo Grady, told BBC that it's an open secret that students who are not good in English as a language come to the UK to pursue their studies.&nbsp;

"When we speak to members, we hear about the tricks that are pulled to have people pass the relevant language test and get on to courses," Grady told BBC.&nbsp;

Rose Stephenson from the Higher Education Policy Institute, an independent think tank, told BBC that at least seven out of 10 students pursuing master's in England are from overseas.&nbsp;

University tuition fees for undergraduate students, who are from England only, are capped at £9,250 ($11,705) whereas for foreign students, there is no upper limit.&nbsp;

"You can charge a foreign student as much as they're willing to pay," Stephenson told BBC.

It was further revealed that postgraduate fees are also not capped for foreign students, so an overseas student pursuing a master's in the UK at an elite university pays around &nbsp;£50,000 ($63,260).&nbsp;

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A whistleblower working at an education provider that prepares international students for university told BBC that agents target rich foreign families or people who have enough money to pay.&nbsp;

We knew that those universities were increasingly desperate and would go along with our plans without much scrutiny of how those students were being found. No independent party is looking at the grades or the examinations. It's the Wild West, in a way," the whistleblower further told BBC.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

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Universities in the United Kingdom (UK) are allegedly enrolling foreign students with poor or limited English by charging higher fees, BBC reported. According to the report, most of the students paid other people to get their coursework done and to register attendance for them in the lecture.

Universities in the United Kingdom (UK) are allegedly enrolling foreign students with poor or limited English by charging higher fees, BBC reported. According to the report, most of the students paid other people to get their coursework done and to register attendance for them in the lecture. The University and College Union (UCU) further told BBC that some institutions are overlooking the language skills of foreign students so they can get higher fees from them. A professor even told the British news outlet that around 70 per cent of his recent students pursuing a master's have inadequate English. Universities UK, comprising 141 institutions, rejected the claims, saying it has strict language requirements for students coming from abroad. Also read | Jaguar's new electric car divides internet, company says 'no desire to be loved by everybody' UCU has around 120,000 lecturers and university staff, and one of its members, Jo Grady, told BBC that it's an open secret that students who are not good in English as a language come to the UK to pursue their studies. "When we speak to members, we hear about the tricks that are pulled to have people pass the relevant language test and get on to courses," Grady told BBC. Rose Stephenson from the Higher Education Policy Institute, an independent think tank, told BBC that at least seven out of 10 students pursuing master's in England are from overseas. University tuition fees for undergraduate students, who are from England only, are capped at £9,250 ($11,705) whereas for foreign students, there is no upper limit. "You can charge a foreign student as much as they're willing to pay," Stephenson told BBC. It was further revealed that postgraduate fees are also not capped for foreign students, so an overseas student pursuing a master's in the UK at an elite university pays around £50,000 ($63,260). Also read | THIS country is planning to make fake news an unbailable offence A whistleblower working at an education provider that prepares international students for university told BBC that agents target rich foreign families or people who have enough money to pay. We knew that those universities were increasingly desperate and would go along with our plans without much scrutiny of how those students were being found. No independent party is looking at the grades or the examinations. It's the Wild West, in a way," the whistleblower further told BBC. (With inputs from agencies)

UK universities enrolling foreign students with poor English to get higher fees: Report

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South Korea inflation remains below target. Watch in for more details!

South Korea Inflation Remains Below Target

A Chinese man was held under temporary detention by the police for creating his own arrest warrant, just because he was bored, and uploading it on the internet.&nbsp;

The man, who goes by the surname Wang, shared a post on the social media platform with the title "Wanted Order" and along with it posted a picture of himself on November 11.&nbsp;

In the post, he called himself Wang Yibo, which is the name of a famous actor and dancer in China.&nbsp;

“I am a native of Qinyuan county, Changzhi city, Shanxi province. I extorted 30 million yuan (US$4 million) from a company on November 10, 2024. I possess a submachine gun and 500 bullets. If you find me, you will be rewarded 30,000 yuan (US$4,000),” said the man in the post.

<h2>How police handled the case&nbsp;</h2>

The local police on November 12 found an unusual entry from Wang, who goes by the alias "haoyunsuishiyou" online, which means “have good luck anytime”.

According to Legal Daily, an investigation was initiated by the officers against the man, and he was arrested hours later.

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The police conducted the man's thorough searches and found that he did not possess any illegal items, like guns or ammunition. The police further confirmed that the man had not extorted any company.&nbsp;

Wang accepted that he had fabricated the wanted order because he was bored.&nbsp;

The post received 350,000 views in less than 24 hours and received 2,500 likes and comments from around 80 people, as per police reports.&nbsp;

A “criminal coercive measure” was imposed by the police on Wang for creating and spreading false information.

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“The internet is not beyond the reach of the law. Fabricating a story and spreading it are both criminal acts. Anyone who concocts or circulates rumours will face judicial consequences,” said the police in the case.

<h2>Here's how the police reacted to the incident</h2>

The incident started a debate on social media as users expressed their amusement at the actions of Wang.&nbsp;

“This is the silliest guy in the news this year, haha,” wrote a user.

“I laughed a bit when I saw he was wanted by himself, but couldn’t help giggling when he claimed to be Wang Yibo," commented another user.&nbsp;

“Fine. You really are caught by the police now. Isn’t this what you wanted?” wrote a user.

(With inputs from agencies)

A Chinese man was held under temporary detention by the police for creating his own arrest warrant, just because he was bored, and uploading it on the internet. The man, who goes by the surname Wang, shared a post on the social media platform with the title "Wanted Order" and along with it posted a picture of himself on November 11.

A Chinese man was held under temporary detention by the police for creating his own arrest warrant, just because he was bored, and uploading it on the internet. The man, who goes by the surname Wang, shared a post on the social media platform with the title "Wanted Order" and along with it posted a picture of himself on November 11. In the post, he called himself Wang Yibo, which is the name of a famous actor and dancer in China. “I am a native of Qinyuan county, Changzhi city, Shanxi province. I extorted 30 million yuan (US$4 million) from a company on November 10, 2024. I possess a submachine gun and 500 bullets. If you find me, you will be rewarded 30,000 yuan (US$4,000),” said the man in the post. How police handled the case The local police on November 12 found an unusual entry from Wang, who goes by the alias "haoyunsuishiyou" online, which means “have good luck anytime”. According to Legal Daily, an investigation was initiated by the officers against the man, and he was arrested hours later. Also Read: Chinese man scams over 63 hotels for free stay using dead cockroaches & used condoms, arrested The police conducted the man's thorough searches and found that he did not possess any illegal items, like guns or ammunition. The police further confirmed that the man had not extorted any company. Wang accepted that he had fabricated the wanted order because he was bored. The post received 350,000 views in less than 24 hours and received 2,500 likes and comments from around 80 people, as per police reports. A “criminal coercive measure” was imposed by the police on Wang for creating and spreading false information. Also Read: China: Man fired for napping in office awarded Rs 4 million in compensation “The internet is not beyond the reach of the law. Fabricating a story and spreading it are both criminal acts. Anyone who concocts or circulates rumours will face judicial consequences,” said the police in the case. Here's how the police reacted to the incident The incident started a debate on social media as users expressed their amusement at the actions of Wang. “This is the silliest guy in the news this year, haha,” wrote a user. “I laughed a bit when I saw he was wanted by himself, but couldn’t help giggling when he claimed to be Wang Yibo," commented another user. “Fine. You really are caught by the police now. Isn’t this what you wanted?” wrote a user. (With inputs from agencies)

Chinese police detain 'bored' man for creating his fake arrest notice with $4,000 reward

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US President-elect Donald Trump on Monday (Dec 2) issued a stern warning against Hamas,&nbsp;stating that if the Palestinian militants do not release the hostages by the time he takes office, the group must be ready to face dire consequences.

"If the hostages are not released prior to January 20, 2025, the date that I proudly assume Office as President of the United States, there will be ALL HELL TO PAY in the Middle East, and for those in charge who perpetrated these atrocities against Humanity," Trump wrote in a post on his Truth Social platform.

"Those responsible will be hit harder than anybody has been hit in the long and storied History of the United States of America. RELEASE THE HOSTAGES NOW!"

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This comes after US President Joe Biden's administration failed to secure a deal that would end the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas In Gaza and also release the hostages that were taken captive by the militant group on October 7, 2023.

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<h2>Biden slams 'Hamas' campaign of cruelty'</h2>

Meanwhile, Biden expressed deep sorrow and anger on Monday (Dec 2) following Israel's confirmation that the body of a soldier killed during Hamas' October 7 attack last year — an American citizen — was held by Hamas in Gaza.

In a statement, Biden said he was "devastated and outraged" to hear that Hamas has "apparently been holding" Israeli tank commander Captain Omer Maxim Neutra's body "since they killed him during their brutal terrorist attack on October 7".

"To all the families of those still held hostage: We see you. We are with you. And I will not stop working to bring your loved ones back home where they belong," vowed Biden.

Taking to X, Biden wrote: "Jill and I are devastated and outraged to learn of the death of Omer Neutra, an American citizen".

(With inputs from agencies)

US President-elect Donald Trump on Monday (Dec 2) issued a stern warning against Hamas, stating that if the Palestinian militants do not release the hostages by the time he takes office, the group must be ready to face dire consequences.

US President-elect Donald Trump on Monday (Dec 2) issued a stern warning against Hamas, stating that if the Palestinian militants do not release the hostages by the time he takes office, the group must be ready to face dire consequences. "If the hostages are not released prior to January 20, 2025, the date that I proudly assume Office as President of the United States, there will be ALL HELL TO PAY in the Middle East, and for those in charge who perpetrated these atrocities against Humanity," Trump wrote in a post on his Truth Social platform. "Those responsible will be hit harder than anybody has been hit in the long and storied History of the United States of America. RELEASE THE HOSTAGES NOW!" × This comes after US President Joe Biden's administration failed to secure a deal that would end the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas In Gaza and also release the hostages that were taken captive by the militant group on October 7, 2023. Also read: US President-elect Trump to attend Notre Dame’s grand reopening in Paris Biden slams 'Hamas' campaign of cruelty' Meanwhile, Biden expressed deep sorrow and anger on Monday (Dec 2) following Israel's confirmation that the body of a soldier killed during Hamas' October 7 attack last year — an American citizen — was held by Hamas in Gaza. In a statement, Biden said he was "devastated and outraged" to hear that Hamas has "apparently been holding" Israeli tank commander Captain Omer Maxim Neutra's body "since they killed him during their brutal terrorist attack on October 7". "To all the families of those still held hostage: We see you. We are with you. And I will not stop working to bring your loved ones back home where they belong," vowed Biden. Taking to X, Biden wrote: "Jill and I are devastated and outraged to learn of the death of Omer Neutra, an American citizen". (With inputs from agencies)

Donald Trump warns Hamas to release hostages or face consequences; 'HELL TO PAY'

Chinese researchers are claiming to have found proof that Japan tried to make biological weapons during the Second World War and carried out horrifying medical tests on captives. Researchers trying to unravel the mysteries of the dark period claim they have found Bacillus anthracis at a Japanese World War II-era laboratory in northeastern China.

The bacteria, known to cause anthrax, was discovered at Unit 731, a place where scientists are said to have intentionally infected prisoners with pathogens to develop biological weapons, as per historical accounts. Another study at the site had earlier detected B. anthracis in three soil samples, Gizmodo reported.

Researchers from the Academy of Military Medical Sciences in Beijing analysed the site and presented their findings about the said atrocities carried out at Unit 731 in a research letter published in the journal Emerging Infectious Diseases on November 20.

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“B. anthracis is considered one of the most serious and threatening agents for conducting biowarfare or bioterrorism,” the researchers wrote in the letter.&nbsp;

They said that while there have been records of the use of Bacillus anthracis in biowarfare during World War II, evidence for it has been limited.&nbsp;

<h2>Scientists warn of similar remains in other WWII sites</h2>

Anthrax can prove fatal, with the infected person experiencing black sores, swollen neck, fever, nausea, and trouble breathing.&nbsp;

The scientists confirmed the presence of the anthrax-causing bacteria by isolating its genetic material from the samples. Its physical, biochemical, and genetic properties were then analysed, after which the researchers sequenced the genome of the isolated strain and identified the key genes.&nbsp;

“By analysing the distribution of the positive samples, qualities of the isolated strain, and historical documents, we established a chain of evidence supporting the hypothesis that B. anthracis was misused in inhumane medical experiments and likely for developing biological weapons during WWII,” the researchers wrote.

Samples were also taken from 12 other locations near the lab, but none of them had any traces of B. anthracis. This led the scientists to conclude that the bacteria in the positive samples did not naturally occur in the local environment.&nbsp;

They have warned that not only humans but animals and nature are at risk of being infected by similar remains at other World War II sites, if not dealt with properly.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

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Chinese researchers are claiming to have found proof that Japan tried to make biological weapons during the Second World War and carried out horrifying medical tests on captives.

Chinese researchers are claiming to have found proof that Japan tried to make biological weapons during the Second World War and carried out horrifying medical tests on captives. Researchers trying to unravel the mysteries of the dark period claim they have found Bacillus anthracis at a Japanese World War II-era laboratory in northeastern China. The bacteria, known to cause anthrax, was discovered at Unit 731, a place where scientists are said to have intentionally infected prisoners with pathogens to develop biological weapons, as per historical accounts. Another study at the site had earlier detected B. anthracis in three soil samples, Gizmodo reported. Researchers from the Academy of Military Medical Sciences in Beijing analysed the site and presented their findings about the said atrocities carried out at Unit 731 in a research letter published in the journal Emerging Infectious Diseases on November 20. Also Read: Are humans trapped in a simulation? Physicist suggests 'master AI' is controlling an 'advanced AI world' “B. anthracis is considered one of the most serious and threatening agents for conducting biowarfare or bioterrorism,” the researchers wrote in the letter. They said that while there have been records of the use of Bacillus anthracis in biowarfare during World War II, evidence for it has been limited. Scientists warn of similar remains in other WWII sites Anthrax can prove fatal, with the infected person experiencing black sores, swollen neck, fever, nausea, and trouble breathing. The scientists confirmed the presence of the anthrax-causing bacteria by isolating its genetic material from the samples. Its physical, biochemical, and genetic properties were then analysed, after which the researchers sequenced the genome of the isolated strain and identified the key genes. “By analysing the distribution of the positive samples, qualities of the isolated strain, and historical documents, we established a chain of evidence supporting the hypothesis that B. anthracis was misused in inhumane medical experiments and likely for developing biological weapons during WWII,” the researchers wrote. Samples were also taken from 12 other locations near the lab, but none of them had any traces of B. anthracis. This led the scientists to conclude that the bacteria in the positive samples did not naturally occur in the local environment. They have warned that not only humans but animals and nature are at risk of being infected by similar remains at other World War II sites, if not dealt with properly. (With inputs from agencies)

Biowarfare in WWII? Chinese scientists say Japan injected prisoners with pathogens

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The European Commission may weaken the protection for grey wolves in the region, ending 45 years of Annex II (strictly protected) to Annex III (protected) of the Bern Convention, according to BBC. The move could allow more wolves to become vulnerable to mass culls.

The Bern Convention, officially called the Convention on the Conservation of European Wildlife and Natural Habitats, works to safeguard wild animals, plants, and natural habitats.

After their near extinction in the mid-20th century, conservation efforts and EU policies helped grow wolves population over 19,000 in Europe.

Currently, the estimated population of wolves in the EU is over 20,000.

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However, the recent proposal by the Bern Convention would allow EU countries to set an annual limit of wolves to kill, leading to a debate between the farmers and environmentalists.&nbsp;

The farmers argue that despite protective measures like electric fences and guard dogs, wolves attack their livestock, leading to huge losses. While they receive financial compensation, the measures are not enough for them.

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On the other hand, environmentalists reject the proposal, saying that trained sheepdogs are effective for protecting livestock. They believe wolves are a crucial part of the ecosystem and help control deer and wild boar populations. These animals can result in harm to crops and trees. Moreover, wolves can also reduce the spread of diseases by eating ailing animals.

Campaigners also refer to a 2023 EU report, which reveals that only around 50,000 of 68 million sheep and goats are killed by wolves in the EU every year, which is a small percentage of 0.065% of the total population. Additionally, there have not been any fatal wolf attacks on humans for 40 years.

(With inputs from agencies)

The European Commission may weaken the protection for grey wolves in the region, ending 45 years of Annex II (strictly protected) to Annex III (protected) of the Bern Convention, according to BBC.

The European Commission may weaken the protection for grey wolves in the region, ending 45 years of Annex II (strictly protected) to Annex III (protected) of the Bern Convention, according to BBC. The move could allow more wolves to become vulnerable to mass culls. The Bern Convention, officially called the Convention on the Conservation of European Wildlife and Natural Habitats, works to safeguard wild animals, plants, and natural habitats. After their near extinction in the mid-20th century, conservation efforts and EU policies helped grow wolves population over 19,000 in Europe. Currently, the estimated population of wolves in the EU is over 20,000. Also read | A recipe for disaster: Deep-frying a turkey costs family their $4mn mansion However, the recent proposal by the Bern Convention would allow EU countries to set an annual limit of wolves to kill, leading to a debate between the farmers and environmentalists. The farmers argue that despite protective measures like electric fences and guard dogs, wolves attack their livestock, leading to huge losses. While they receive financial compensation, the measures are not enough for them. Also read | Wuhan lab leak likely behind Covid pandemic, finds US investigation On the other hand, environmentalists reject the proposal, saying that trained sheepdogs are effective for protecting livestock. They believe wolves are a crucial part of the ecosystem and help control deer and wild boar populations. These animals can result in harm to crops and trees. Moreover, wolves can also reduce the spread of diseases by eating ailing animals. Campaigners also refer to a 2023 EU report, which reveals that only around 50,000 of 68 million sheep and goats are killed by wolves in the EU every year, which is a small percentage of 0.065% of the total population. Additionally, there have not been any fatal wolf attacks on humans for 40 years. (With inputs from agencies)

European Commission proposes weakening of safeguards for wolves, sparking controversy

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