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Nurse in Ireland wins 72,000 euros in injuries after fall at wedding

DUBLIN, Ireland: A nurse from Tipperary has been awarded 72,000 euros by a High Court judge after she slipped and fell on a wet floor at a wedding in a four-star hotel.

Pamela Kirby, 42, was wearing high-heeled shoes when she fell after stepping out of a lift at Hotel Kilkenny in August 2018. She told the court that the pain was so bad after the fall that she thought she was g

Renowned Everest guide says using xenon speeds climb, makes it safer

KATHMANDU, Nepal: Using xenon gas treatment and new technology is making climbing Mount Everest faster and better for the environment by reducing garbage and waste, a famous mountain guide said this week.

Lukas Furtenbach led a group of British climbers who left London on May 16 and reached the 8,849-meter (29,032-foot) summit on May 21. They returned home two days later, one

YSRCP alleges AP govt withdrew COVID advisory to facilitate TDP's Mahanadu event, blames rise in cases

Vijayawada (Andhra Pradesh) [India], June 3 (ANI): Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YSRCP) Spokesperson Putha Siva Sankar Reddy alleged that the Andhra Pradesh government withdrew the COVID Advisory to favour a TDP event in Mahanadu.

Putha Siva Sankar Reddy said, 'On May 24, 2025, the Director of Public Health and Family Welfare issued an advisory warning against all mass gatherings, including prayer meetin

Casualties mount in Gaza, including at aid distribution points: UN

Guterres is appalled by the reports of Palestinians killed and injured while seeking aid in Gaza, saying it is unacceptable that Palestinians are risking their lives for food. Guterres and UN partners call for the complete lifting of restrictions on aid and other essentials to ensure the needs of civilians in Gaza.

UNITED NATIONS, June 2 (Xinhua) -- Hostilities across Gaza are causing mass casual

Russian and Ukrainian chief negotiators held secret private meeting

The unannounced conversation lasted longer than the public talks, an anonymous source told RT

Vladimir Medinsky, the head of Russia's diplomatic delegation at the Istanbul talks, held a private bilateral meeting with his Ukrainian counterpart, Rustem Umerov, which played an "important role" in preparing the g

White House covered up chemical spill cancer risk - report

The Biden administration chose not to publicly disclose the true health impact of a 2023 train derailment in Ohio, investigators claim

The administration of former US President Joe Biden tried to cover up serious public health risks related to a 2023 toxic chemical spill in East Palestine, Ohio, a whistleblower protec

White House covered up chemical spill cancer risk report

The Biden administration chose not to publicly disclose the true health impact of a 2023 train derailment in Ohio, investigators claim

The administration of former US President Joe Biden tried to cover up serious public health risks related to a 2023 toxic chemical spill in East Palestine, Ohio, a whistleblower protection and advocacy group has claimed.

The Government Accountability Project

Arunachal Pradesh: BRO conducts medical camp in Upper Subansiri amid heavy rainfall

Itanagar (Arunachal Pradesh) [India], June 2 (ANI): As heavy rains continue to batter several north-eastern states, the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) conducted a medical camp near Menga village, Upper Subansiri district in Arunachal Pradesh.

In a post on X, the BRO shared, 'On 31 May 2025, amid continuous rainfall, BRO India conducted a medical camp near Menga village, Upper Subansiri, Arunachal Pradesh. Lectur

Zepto's license suspended in Mumbai's Dharavi for food safety non-compliance

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 2 (ANI): The food business licence of quick-commerce firm Zepto in Dharavi in Mumbai, has been suspended by the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for non-compliances with food safety standards.

Based on information received from Minister of State for Food and Drug Administration, Yogesh Kadam, and under the guidance of Mangesh Mane, Joint Commissioner (Food), an ins

'Manifest', 'Gotham' actor Devin Harjes passes away at 41

Washington DC [US], June 2 (ANI): American TV actor Devin Harjes best known for his roles in 'Boardwalk Empire,' 'Daredevil' and 'Gotham,' passed away at the age of 41 years, reported People.

Harjes passed away on May 27, as confirmed by his obituary posted on his website.

As per People, the actor died after complications from cancer at Mount Sinai West Hospital in New York City. He was diagnosed with can

Rajasthan: CM Bhajanlal Sharma, former CM Ashok Gehlot mourn demise of senior IAS officer

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], June 2 (ANI): Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has expressed profound sadness over the demise of senior IAS officer, Additional Chief Secretary of the state's Energy Department, Alok. In a post on X, CM Sharma prayed for the departed soul's peace and strength for the bereaved family.

CM Bhajan Lal Sharma wrote, 'The news of the demise of senior IAS officer and Additional Chief

Trump promotes claim Biden was replaced by robotic clone

The US president shared a social media post suggesting his predecessor was executed in 2020

US President Donald Trump has shared on social media a claim that his predecessor, Joe Biden, was secretly executed and replaced by a "robotic entity."

The original post, published by an anonymous user on Saturday afternoon, included a link to an article alleging that Biden's family feared they were

India's health insurance sector faces growth and profitability challenges: Report

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): India's health insurance industry, which was earlier considered a strong and steady growth story, is now facing serious structural challenges.

A recent report by Elara Capital has highlighted that both growth and profitability in the sector are being affected, which may redefine the long-term potential of health insurers in the country.

It said, 'India's health insurance in

Restricted movement on NH-02 and NH-37 stalls Manipur's survival and growth, locals lament

Imphal (Manipur) [India], June 2 (ANI): Manipur has been grappling with conflict and blockades for nearly two years, severely disrupting normal life.

As a landlocked state, it relies heavily on NH-02 and NH-37--its lifelines connecting Imphal to Nagaland and Assam--for essential goods, fuel, medicine, and access to healthcare, education, and jobs.

Since the violence began, movement between the valley and hi

Number of devotees visiting Kedarnath Dham crosses 7 lakh, CM Dhami says goal is to empower locals

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], June 1 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has said that Shri Kedarnath Dham Yatra has become the axis of faith and culture of Uttarakhand. The government's goal is not only to provide facilities to the pilgrims, but also to economically empower the local youth, women and traders.

CM Dhami said, 'We are trying to take every possible step towards making the journey

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White House covered up chemical spill cancer risk report

The Biden administration chose not to publicly disclose the true health impact of a 2023 train derailment in Ohio, investigators claim

The administration of former US President Joe Biden tried to cover up serious public health risks related to a 2023 toxic chemical spill in East Palestine, Ohio, a whistleblower protection and advocacy group has claimed.

The Government Accountability Project

PAKISTAN-ISLAMABAD-CHINESE-SUPPORTED SHELTER HOME

(250602) -- ISLAMABAD, June 2, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Children perform during a ceremony marking International Children's Day at the Islamabad China-Pakistan Youth One Heart Step and Cure Home (ICOSH), in Islamabad, capital of Pakistan, on June 1, 2025. Established in 2023 by the Beijing One Heart Sphere Charity Foundation and the China-Pakistan Youth Exchange Community (CPYEC), ICOSH began with the mission of assisting crit

Government backs Indian Startup pioneering domestic stroke treatment technology

Mysuru (Karnataka) [India], June 2 (ANI): A breakthrough in India's medical technology landscape has emerged with government backing for S3V Vascular Technologies, a Mysuru-headquartered company developing indigenous stroke intervention devices. The Technology Development Board has greenlit financial assistance for what could become India's first locally-manufactured mechanical thrombectomy system.

Addressing a C

Pakistan: Surge in appendectomies in Punjab province raises alarm over unsafe water

Rahim Yar Khan [Pakistan], June 2 (ANI): A health crisis has emerged in Chak 212-P, a secluded village located on Tillu Road in Sadiqabad in Pakistan, where residents are forced to consume contaminated subsoil water due to a lack of safe drinking water, according to a report in the Dawn newspaper.

Since the year 2017, at least 98 individuals, mostly from the Shar clan, have undergone appendectomies after sufferin

Zepto's license suspended in Mumbai's Dharavi for food safety non-compliance

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 2 (ANI): The food business licence of quick-commerce firm Zepto in Dharavi in Mumbai, has been suspended by the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for non-compliances with food safety standards.

Based on information received from Minister of State for Food and Drug Administration, Yogesh Kadam, and under the guidance of Mangesh Mane, Joint Commissioner (Food), an ins

'We are fully prepared...': Principal of Ayodya's Rajarshi Dashrath Medical College on COVID-19 preparedness

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 2 (ANI): The Principal of Rajarshi Dashrath Autonomous State Medical College's health department said that the hospital is prepared for COVID-19 and will work as per government directions.

Principal Dr Satyajeet Verma said that a mock drill was conducted with regard to COVID-19, and all the Pressure Swing Absorption (PSA) oxygen plants are in working condition.

Speaking

Manipur: Joint rescue operations evacuate JNIMS medical students, staff amid severe waterlogging

Imphal (Manipur) [India] June 2 (ANI): The Manipur Fire Service, Assam Rifles, SDRF, NDRF, and Indian Army are conducting joint evacuation operations to rescue stranded medical students and staff from the Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Medical Sciences (JNIMS) in Imphal, following severe waterlogging triggered by heavy rainfall.

Manipur Fire Service Director Laishram Nanachandra Singh said, 'Around 47 of our emplo

4 new deaths from COVID-19, active cases near 4,000 in India

New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): India's active COVID-19 cases stand at 3,961 as of 8 AM on Monday, June 2, according to Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The cumulative COVID-19 deaths in the country since January this year have increased to 32, with four deaths reported since Sunday.

According to official data, 203 new cases were added to the active case count since Sunday.

Delhi, Tamil Nadu, Mahara

Security personnel rescue people stranded in floods in Northeastern states

Imphal (Manipur) [India], June 2 (ANI): Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Monday said that a critical humanitarian assistance and disaster relief mission was launched by the Indian Air Force, Central armed forces, National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and state government forces in the Northeastern states due to rain-induced floods.

'A critical humanitarian assistance and disaster relief mission is being launched

Odisha reports 12 COVID-19 cases with mild symptoms; officials urge calm as Omicron variants detected

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], June 1 (ANI): The Director of Public Health, Government of Odisha, Dr. Nilakantha Mishra, on Sunday said that the number of active COVID-19 cases in the state has risen to 12, further adding that the patients had mild symptoms and were being treated in isolation.

'The number was 9 yesterday, and three more cases were detected today, bringing the total to 12. The number of cases is v

Study suggests obesity contributes to anxiety, cognitive impairment

Maryland [US], June 1 (ANI): A new study suggested that obesity and anxiety may be connected through interactions between the gut and the brain.

The study links diet-induced obesity with anxiety-like symptoms, alterations in brain signalling and differences in gut microbes that may contribute to impaired brain functioning.

'Several studies have pointed to a link between obesity and anxiety, though it is s

Chinese cities explore pathways to restrict outdoor smoking

by Xinhua writers Cao Pengyuan and Xu Lingui

BEIJING, June 1 (Xinhua) -- Advocates for a tobacco-free environment in urban streets and outdoor spaces may breathe a sigh of relief as a growing number of cities are now exploring effective pathways to restrict outdoor smoking amid China's persistent push for tobacco control.

In mid-March, east China's metropolitan city of Shanghai kicked off a ground-breaking

Guwahati landslide deaths: Govt announces Rs 4 lakh ex-gratia for next of kin of victims

Guwahati (Assam) [India], June 1 (ANI): The Assam government on Sunday announced an ex-gratia of Rs 4 lakh to the families of those who lost their lives in landslides in Guwahati following the heavy rainfall that lashed the city and other parts of the state in the last couple of days.

'We had a meeting to assess the ongoing flood situation in Assam. We are providing relief in several areas and have formed volunt

Kids race toward healthier futures in China

BEIJING, June 1 (Xinhua) -- On a warm weekend in early summer, thousands of muddy, panting and determined children sprinted, crawled and climbed their way through the obstacle-packed Spartan Kids race in Beijing.

The race, held May 24-25 at Beijing's Universal CityWalk, drew children aged 4 to 14 to tackle 3-to-5-kilometer courses featuring 18 to 26 obstacles. Kids vaulted over walls, scaled nets and grappled wit

Israel confirms killing new Hamas chief

Muhammad Sinwar was eliminated in an airstrike in the southern part of the Gaza Strip last month, the IDF said

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has officially confirmed the killing of Hamas leader Muhammad Sinwar during an airstrike conducted earlier this month in the southern Gazan city of Khan Younis. Sinwar took over Hamas after the IDF killed his brother Yahya Sinwar and senior commander Muham