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Aug192023 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Google to Implement Account Deletion for Inactivity After 2 Years from Dec 1

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Google has announced a significant change in its policy regarding inactive accounts. Starting now, this alteration will be gradually implemented, affecting Google Accounts that have remained inactive for a continuous period of two years.The adjustment will lead to the deletion of inactive accounts and any associated content from December 1, 2023, as specified by the tech giant.It is essential to note that these modifications will not impact individuals unless their Google Account has been inactive for the duration of two years or more, signifying that the account has not been used to sign into any Google service.While this new policy is being introduced at present, Google intends to enforce any account deletions only beginning December 2023.In cases where an account qualifi...

Aug192023 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Hawaii Wildfires Claim 114 Lives with Search for Victims Ongoing.

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The toll of casualties resulting from the devastating Hawaii wildfires has now reached 114, according to the latest update from the Maui Police Department. This figure has risen from the previous count of 111 reported on Thursday, as detailed by the news agency.During a televised address, Hawaii Governor Josh Green expressed the somber expectation that the count of lives lost in this catastrophe will incrementally rise in the coming days, as the search for victims remains ongoing.Governor Green conveyed the profound extent of destruction witnessed on Maui, describing it as a challenge to adequately articulate. The staggering impact is evidenced by the destruction of over 2,200 buildings and the damaging of another 500 structures, resulting in an estimated financial toll of nearly $...

Aug172023 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Death Toll Climbs to 33 in Myanmar Jade Mine Collapse

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Hpakant : The tragic incident of a jade mine collapse in Myanmar has seen the death toll increase to 33 individuals. Following three days of intense rescue efforts, authorities have recovered the bodies of the victims. The collapse transpired around 3:00 p.m. local time on Sunday near Ma Na Village in Hpakant, a hub of Myanmar's jade industry. This catastrophe has left over 30 people still unaccounted for.A police officer in Hpakant reported to Xinhua news agency, "We couldn't tell the exact number of people who went missing. Locals said 36 people were missing." The officer acknowledged that these figures could potentially rise as the search operations continue.Tarlin Mg, a resident in the Hpakant area, informed Xinhua that eight more bodies were discovered on the day of the report...

Aug172023 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Sri Lanka Expresses Gratitude to India for Assistance in Protecting Airspace and Sea

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Colombo: Sri Lanka has extended its sincere appreciation to India for its significant role in safeguarding both airspace and maritime territories. The expression of gratitude was conveyed by Sagala Ratnayaka, Senior Advisor on National Security to Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe, during the official handover of a successor Indian Navy Dornier aircraft to the Sri Lanka Air Force.The Donier-228 maritime surveillance aircraft is set to replace its predecessor, which was handed over to Sri Lanka by the Indian government exactly one year ago. The replacement became necessary due to scheduled mandatory maintenance of the original aircraft.The origins of this cooperative effort can be traced back to January 2018, when Sri Lanka made a request during bilateral security discussion...

Aug162023 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Sudan Conflict Triggers Severe Humanitarian Crisis, Warns UN

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New York: During a press briefing on Tuesday, William Spindler, the spokesperson for the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), conveyed that the ongoing conflict since April has resulted in an alarming humanitarian catastrophe, forcing more than 4.3 million individuals to flee their homes, as reported by Xinhua news agency.Margaret Harris, the representative for the World Health Organization (WHO), underscored the devastating toll of the conflict on individuals' lives, health, and overall well-being.Harris disclosed that a staggering 67 percent of hospitals in the most affected regions were non-operational. Over the course of four months, WHO confirmed 53 instances of attacks on healthcare facilities, which resulted in the loss of 11 lives, injuries to 38, and, combined with o...

Aug162023 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Tragic Plane Crash in France: Tourist Aircraft Carrying 3 Passengers Downed

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A tourist plane carrying three individuals has met a devastating fate in France. The aircraft reportedly vanished during the afternoon hours of Tuesday in the vicinity of Nantes and La Baule, within the Department of Loire-Atlantique, as reported by France Bleu and cited by Xinhua news agency.Search and rescue teams have located remnants of the aircraft submerged approximately 3 to 4 meters deep in the sea. Regrettably, the adverse weather conditions led to the suspension of the rescue operation on Tuesday evening, according to local authorities.In response to the tragedy, the Bureau of Enquiry and Analysis for Civil Aviation Safety (BEA) in France has declared its intention to initiate a comprehensive investigation into the incident.

Aug132023 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Russia cleans up after Typhoon Khanun floods thousands of homes

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Moscow: Typhoon Khanun has brought significant flooding to Russia, causing substantial damage to homes and infrastructure. According to reports from Russia's TASS news agency, the number of homes that have been flooded has reached 4,368. Additionally, 5,654 adjoining plots of land and 7 apartment buildings have also been affected by the flooding.As a result of the flooding, 28 settlements have become isolated due to the impassable conditions. The areas most severely impacted include the cities of Ussuriysk and Spassk-Dalny, as well as the Oktyabrsky municipal district in the Primorye region. This region encompasses Vladivostok, an important port and the administrative center.The flooding has resulted in significant disruptions and challenges for the affected communities, requiring ...

Aug132023 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Maui: Deadly wildfires have claimed the lives of at least 80 individuals this week

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Lahaina : Tragedy has struck the Hawaiian island of Maui as deadly wildfires have claimed the lives of at least 80 individuals this week. The devastation caused by these fires has left hundreds of homes reduced to ashes, leaving survivors in dire need of temporary housing. Emergency responders are working tirelessly to provide support and shelter to those affected.Rescue teams, aided by cadaver-sniffing dogs, are diligently conducting search operations, yet officials are grimly warning that the death toll is expected to rise as the full extent of the disaster becomes clearer.This wildfire outbreak is the deadliest in the country since the catastrophic 2018 Camp Fire in California, which claimed the lives of at least 85 people and decimated the town of Paradise. Local residents desc...

Aug132023 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Paris: Eiffel Tower evacuated after bomb threat

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Paris: The Eiffel Tower, an iconic and immensely popular tourist destination in Paris, was temporarily closed to the public on Saturday due to a precautionary measure prompted by a bomb threat. French police took swift action in evacuating the premises following the threat.The organization responsible for managing the site, SETE, confirmed that bomb disposal experts and law enforcement personnel meticulously searched the area, including a restaurant situated on one of the tower's levels. While such circumstances are uncommon, SETE clarified that the evacuation and search procedure is a standard practice during such instances.Visitors were safely evacuated from all three floors of the tower, as well as the square beneath it. A security perimeter was swiftly established, redirecting ...

Aug112023 by TheStateLineNo Comments

UN Agencies Respond to Another Mediterranean Tragedy

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New York: In response to yet another tragic incident in the Mediterranean, where lives were lost during a crossing attempt, the International Organisation for Migration (IOM), the UN refugee agency (UNHCR), and the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) have called for a more coordinated and robust approach to search and rescue operations. The recent incident took place between August 3 and 4, resulting in only four survivors who were rescued by a commercial ship. The Italian Coast Guard escorted these survivors to Lampedusa, where they reported that they were part of a group of 45 people, with 41 individuals, including three children, still missing.Collaborating closely with local authorities in Lampedusa, IOM, UNHCR, and UNICEF aim to support the disembarkation and initial reception stages, ens...