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Jul302023 by TheStateLineNo Comments

‘Hurricane’ in Russia: Eight dead,10 hospitalised

Moscow: A tragic incident occurred in Russia when a hurricane struck a wild beach near Lake Yalchik, a popular recreational spot for residents of Mari El and neighboring Tatarstan. The incident took place at 6 p.m. local time (1500 GMT) on a Saturday, resulting in seven fatalities and 22 injuries.The hurricane's gusty winds knocked down numerous trees, posing a significant threat to the approximately 500 cars and a tent camp present on the beach at the time of the incident. The head of the republic's civil defense and population protection committee, Alexander Malkin, reported on the incident.In response to the emergency, rescue teams, the police, and an airborne group from the Russian emergencies ministry were mobilized to assist in the relief and rescue efforts.Mari El is sit...

Jul302023 by TheStateLineNo Comments

At least 35 dead in blast during political rally in Pakistan

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Islamabad: A tragic incident occurred in Pakistan, where at least 35 people were killed and over 200 others injured in a suicide blast targeting a convention of JUI-F workers. The blast occurred during the speech of a JUI-F leader at the event.The injured are being rushed to Timergara and Peshawar for medical attention, according to the district emergency officer.The initial investigation by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Inspector General of Police (IGP) Akhtar Hayat Khan indicates that it was a suicide attack. Investigation teams are currently gathering evidence from the blast site.Prime Minister Shehbaz has directed authorities to thoroughly investigate the incident and identify those responsible.IG Frontier Corps (FC) Major General Noor Wali Khan has arrived in Bajaur to super...

Jul302023 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Apple fixing bug that stops screen time limits for kids

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Apple has acknowledged a bug that has been causing disruptions to its Screen Time feature, which allows parents to set usage limits for their children's devices. The company stated that it is aware of the issue where Screen Time settings are unexpectedly resetting for some users. They assured users that they take such reports seriously and are committed to improving the situation through updates.Initially, Apple had planned to address the bug problem in May, but it seems that the issue has persisted beyond that timeline. The Screen Time feature is an essential part of Apple's Family Sharing system, which permits parents to establish usage restrictions on their kids' devices. With Family Sharing, up to six family members can share various content, such as music, films, TV programs, apps...

Jul292023 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Malaysian Hockey Team Arrives in Chennai for Asian Champions Trophy 2023

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Chennai: As one of Asia's prominent hockey powerhouses, the Malaysian hockey team has arrived in Chennai for the much-anticipated Asian Champions Trophy 2023. Throughout the years, Malaysia has consistently demonstrated remarkable skills and unwavering determination on the field, earning a reputation as a formidable force in Asian hockey. They have previously secured third place five times in the history of the tournament and are now setting their sights on clinching their maiden Asian Champions Trophy title.The team's recent performances have showcased great promise, as evidenced by their silver medal win in the 2018 Asian Games held in Jakarta-Palembang. They also finished as runners-up in the last year's Hero Asia Cup in Jakarta, further bolstering their confidence for this prestigi...

Jul292023 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Japan Open 2023: Lakshya Sen loses to Jonatan Christie in semifinal

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In the semifinal match of the Japan Open 2023, Indian badminton player Lakshya Sen, ranked 13th in the world, faced a tough challenge against Jonatan Christie. Ultimately, Lakshya lost the thrilling encounter with a scoreline of 15-21, 21-13, 16-21 at the Yoyogi National Gymnasium, leading to his exit from the BWF Super 750 tournament. Unfortunately, his defeat also marked the end of India's participation in the Japan Open.This defeat was Lakshya Sen's second consecutive semifinal exit, as he had previously experienced a similar outcome at the US Open, where he couldn't progress beyond the top four stage.In the first game, both players engaged in quick and short rallies, with Lakshya holding a two-point advantage going into the first break. However, Christie, the fifth seed from In...

Jul292023 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Third Indian-American enters 2024 US presidential race

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Newyork: A third Indian-American candidate has entered the 2024 US presidential race. Meet Singh, aged 38, who identifies as a lifelong Republican. In a video message shared on Twitter, Singh introduced himself as an "America First constitutional carry and pro-life conservative" and highlighted his role in restoring the conservative wing of New Jersey's Republican Party since 2017.This isn't Singh's first attempt at seeking public office. He previously ran for the US Senate in 2020 and has now decided to make his fourth bid for political leadership. Singh believes that Americans are facing significant threats from the corruption of big tech and big pharma. He also expressed concerns about attacks on American family values, parental rights, and open debate.In his video message, Sing...

Jul292023 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Tragic chopper crash in Australia; 4 military personnel missing

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Four military personnel are currently reported missing following a tragic chopper crash in Australia. The Australian Army MRH-90 Taipan helicopter was engaged in a night-time training activity as part of Exercise Talisman Sabre 2023, a collaborative joint military exercise involving Australia and the US. The incident occurred late Friday night, and the helicopter was declared missing during the operation, as per reports from Xinhua news agency.During the unfortunate event, there were four crew members on board the aircraft, and they are currently unaccounted for. In response to the situation, the Department has mobilized both military and civilian search and rescue aircraft as well as watercraft to conduct search operations at the crash site.The families of the affected military pe...

Jul282023 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Japan is currently experiencing a severe heatwave

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Tokyo: Japan is currently experiencing a severe heatwave, with intense heat persisting in various regions. The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) has issued forecasts of temperatures reaching 38 degrees Celsius or higher in the Kanto, Tokai, Kansai, and Kyushu regions. Furthermore, the mercury is expected to soar to 39 degrees in the western prefectures of Kyoto and Oita, as reported by the Xinhua news agency.As the day progresses, temperatures are anticipated to rise even further, with daytime highs reaching 39 degrees in Kyoto City and 36 degrees in central Tokyo, according to the JMA.The situation is concerning, with officials warning that the risk of heatstroke is extremely high. To highlight the severity of the heatwave, 40 out of the total 47 prefectures in Japan have been pla...

Jul272023 by TheStateLineNo Comments

8th batch of Google startups accelerator India

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New Delhi: Google has announced that the eighth batch of its Google for Startups Accelerator: India program is now open for applications. The accelerator program is designed for AI-first startups in India that are in the Seed to Series A stage. It is a three-month, equity-free program that provides selected startups with access to Google's resources, including programs, products, experts, and technology, particularly focusing on AI/ML (Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning).Google is seeking Indian AI-first startups from various sectors that are addressing complex problems and tackling industry challenges through their AI-based solutions. The application window for the program is open until August 22.Eligible startups should be based in India and must have AI as a core component...

Jul272023 by TheStateLineNo Comments

US economy exhibited stronger growth than expected in the second quarter

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New York: According to a CNN report, the US economy exhibited stronger growth than expected in the second quarter. The Commerce Department reported that the Gross Domestic Product (GDP), the broadest measure of economic output, grew at an annualized, seasonally adjusted rate of 2.4% from April to June.This growth rate was faster than the previous three months and surpassed economists' predictions, who had expected a 1.8% rate, according to Refinitiv. The GDP figures are adjusted for inflation, as mentioned in the CNN report.The second-quarter economic expansion was primarily driven by business investment, government purchases, inventory investment, and consumer spending, although the pace of consumer spending was significantly weaker compared to the first quarter.Consumer spend...