DOG ATTACKS IN UK
Study warns against childhood inactivity, promotes light activity for heart health
A recent study has linked childhood inactivity with heart enlargement, which can lead to serious health risks in adulthood. The research, conducted over 13 years with nearly 1,700 participants, found that sedentary behavior during childhood increased heart mass, a known risk factor for heart attacks and stroke.
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange may be near the end of his long fight to stay out of the US
Assange faces what could be his final court hearing in London next week as he tries to stop his extradition to the U.S. The High Court has scheduled two days of arguments over whether Assange can ask an appeals court to block his transfer. If the court doesn't allow the appeal to go forward, he could be sent across the Atlantic.
11 most shocking culture moments of 2023
Arts and culture is part and parcel of people's life, but it is not to say they can't cause as much debate and consternation as they can provide comfort and joy. So here are 11 moments that created a commotion this year:
American XL Bully dog breed banned in UK and Wales
According to the recent government ruling, as of December 31, breeding, selling, advertising, exchanging, gifting, rehoming, abandoning, or allowing XL Bully to stray will be prohibited in England and Wales. Moreover, starting from December 31, owners of XL Bully dogs must ensure that their pets are always on a leash and muzzled in public areas. For those who intend to keep their XL Bully dogs, it is essential to register them by the end of January and adhere to stringent regulations.
"No dog bite marks," says hospital that treated Wagh Bakri chief Parag Desai
Parag Desai, the executive director of Gujarat Tea Processors and Packers, died after suffering a severe head injury. Initially, it was claimed that he fell after being chased by dogs, but the hospital treating him clarified that there were no dog bite marks on his body. A CT scan revealed that Desai had a serious condition called acute subdural hematoma with bilateral frontal contusion, caused by a head injury.
Crypto is a small slice of Hamas’ funding — but it’s deadly
Crypto is a small but deadly slice of overall terrorism funding: Research by analytics firm Elliptic in 2021 estimated that wallets linked to Hamas’ military wing had received more than $7.3 million in crypto, including around $40,000 in Dogecoin, the dog-themed memecoin favored by Elon Musk.
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American XL Bully dog shot in UK, owner arrested. Know incident in which man was killed
Police swung into action as they shot down an American XL Bully dog and arrested its owner after a man was attacked and killed by the dog. Know in detail the incident.
'XL bully dog’ mauls one-year-old boy outside London's Hilton hotel
An eyewitness described the dog as resembling a 'large American bully type' and issued a caution, especially to parents, regarding this breed. They shared their concerns online, expressing gratitude to those who assisted and emphasizing the importance of vigilance around such dogs.
American XL Bully dog: Half a million sign petition urging UK PM Rishi Sunak not to ban it
Will the UK government ban the American XL Bully dog or consider the petition urging it not to ban the breed?
Rishi Sunak bans American bully XL dogs: What will happen to your pet after this decision?
Chancellor Rishi Sunak's decision to ban American bully XL dogs in the UK has raised concerns among pet owners. What will happen to your dog if it falls under this ban?
UK to ban dangerous dog breed 'American XL Bully' after spate of attacks
The British Indian leader Rishi Sunak issued a video message to say he shared the public's "horror" over the spate of attacks and that he had ordered urgent work to define and ban the American XL Bully dog breed. The issue has been in the headlines since last week when an 11-year-old girl suffered serious injuries after being attacked in Birmingham by a similar breed.
American XL bully dog: UK Home Secretary Suella Braverman sought urgent advice on banning breed
What is an American XL bully dog? Why has UK Home Secretary Suella Braverman sought urgent advice on banning breed? Know here.
85-yr-old Lucille Downer fatally attacked by out-of-control dogs, owner sentenced to prison
An 85-year-old woman passed away after dogs attacked and mauled her leading to fatal injuries. The owner of the dogs has been punished.
How one Ukrainian company survived, and thrived, through a year of war
Last year, Ukraine’s overall output plunged by nearly one-third, wrecking the country’s economy and hampering its ability to battle Russian forces.
Queen Elizabeth II, Lata Mangeshkar, Bob Saget & Betty Davis: Remembering influential people who we lost in 2022
Here is a roll call of some influential figures who died in 2022.
Committed to working quickly on UK-India FTA: UK PM Rishi Sunak
At a House of Commons session on the G20 Summit in Indonesia on Thursday, the British Indian leader updated Parliament that he reviewed progress on the FTA during his first meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi since taking charge at 10 Downing Street.
Dogs bite when they are anxious or in pain. Tips to help them adapt to the human world
Understanding the reasons why dogs bite is the key to prevention.
Pug survives brutal stabbing during failed dognapping attempt in UK park. This is what happened
A gang of three men has stabbed a pug brutally while trying to dognap it. The dog survived the repeated stabbings and is now recuperating. It is with its owner.
Things to know about pit bulls as third attack leaves woman fighting for her life in Gurgaon
Earlier this month, a a pit bull attacked and critically injured a teenager in Meerut when he passed by the dog tied at the gate of a house. Reports said locals had to use a screwdriver to pry its jaws open and free the teen, and last month, a pit bull had mauled its 82-year-old owner to death in Lucknow.
Defiant British PM Johnson vows to 'keep going' amid flurry of resignations
Will Quince, minister for children and families, said he had "no choice but to tender my resignation" while junior transport minister Laura Trott said she was quitting over a loss of "trust" in the government.
Global investors flee China fearing that risks eclipse rewards
President Xi Jinping’s friendship with Russian leader Vladimir Putin has made investors more distrustful of China, while a strongman narrative is gaining momentum as the Communist Party doggedly pursues a Covid-Zero strategy and unpredictable campaigns to regulate entire industries.
Russia presses invasion to outskirts of Ukrainian capital
Explosions sounded before dawn in Kyiv as Western leaders scheduled an emergency meeting and Ukraine's president pleaded for international help. The nature of the explosions was not immediately clear, but the blasts came amid signs that the capital and largest Ukrainian city was increasingly threatened following a day of fighting that left more than 100 Ukrainians dead.
Ukraine invasion: What to know as Russian troops sweep in
The invasion began early Thursday with a series of missile strikes, many on key government and military installations. They were quickly followed by a ground assault from the north, east and south in an attack that could rewrite the global post-Cold War security order.
UK Labour Party accused of 'divisive' politics with poll leaflet featuring PM Modi
It triggered furious reactions across social media after Tory MP Richard Holden posted an image of it on Twitter, questioning whether it implies that Labour Leader Sir Keir Starmer would not be seen in a handshake with the Indian Prime Minister.
Johnny Depp denies hitting Amber Heard, calls ex-wife 'sociopathic, narcissistic and emotionally dishonest'
Depp is suing The Sun's publisher over an April 2018 article that said he had physically abused Heard.
'Buzo', 'Roma', 'Devil': Canine brave hearts on national duty
The dogs are specialised in three wings -- Assault (who attack the enemy), Tracker (who track movements of the enemy) and Explosive Detection Dogs (who sniff explosives). The canines posted along the LoC in the heights of North Kashmir are generally 'double-coat German Shepherds' while Labradors are used in the hinterland.
Why India's high and mighty like Golden Retrievers
The popularity of retrievers in India leads to their intensive breeding which is exploding.
The Jackal or Carlo Shannon: Which is your fave Frederick Forsyth character?
The writer recently announced that he would stop writing thrillers.
India's e-commerce warzone: Six cut-throat skirmishes underway between global giants & Indian top dogs
E-comm is seeing a race between the Amazons and Expedias vs the Flipkarts and MakeMyTrips. The desi cos have the wind in their sales, for now.
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