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Authorities in New Zealand charged a woman with child neglect Sunday after a 2-year-old girl was discovered alive in a suitcase in the luggage compartment of a bus.The child was found when the bus made a routine stop at Kaiwaka, a town about 50 miles northwest of Auckland, Detective Inspector Simon Harrison of the New Zealand police said in a statement.The driver noticed the suitcase moving after a passenger asked to open the luggage compartment, the statement said. The driver opened the suitcase and found the girl.A 27-year-old woman was arrested and has been charged with ill treatment or neglect…

JERUSALEM (AP) — Ofir Braslavski watched as his emaciated son, Rom, writhed in anguish on a dirty mattress somewhere inside the Gaza Strip, in video footage released by Palestinian militants in recent days showing the agony of Israeli hostages.“You see your child dying before your eyes, and you can’t do anything,” he told The Associated Press on Monday from his home. “It drives you crazy, it’s unbearable.”New images of two skeletal hostages have horrified Israelis and added pressure on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to reach a ceasefire with Hamas, even as his government considers another expansion of the war, which…

New DelhiAug 4, 2025 18:27 IST First published on: Aug 4, 2025 at 18:27 IST Share Last week, actor and BJP MP from Gorakhpur, Ravi Kishan, cited the example of samosas during the Zero Hour in the Lok Sabha while speaking about non-uniform food pricing at various places. Kishan also urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to regulate the prices and quantity of food items in eateries ranging from dhabhas to five-star hotels. In an interview with The Indian Express, he speaks about various aspects of this matter. Excerpts: *You raised the issue of standardisation of food items and prices. What…

Spine surgery has evolved dramatically over the past few decades, with laser-assisted techniques representing one of the most significant advances in neurosurgical care. For patients considering cervical spine surgery, understanding these innovative approaches can help you make informed decisions about your treatment options. Laser spine surgery combines precision technology with minimally invasive techniques to address various spinal conditions. This approach has transformed how neurosurgeons treat spine-related problems, offering patients new hope for relief from chronic pain and improved mobility. How Laser Spine Surgery Works Laser-assisted spine surgery uses focused light energy to precisely remove or modify tissue around the spine.…

Accidents happen when we least expect them, and the moments following can feel overwhelming. Whether you’ve been in a car crash, workplace incident, or slip and fall, your first instinct might be to brush yourself off and carry on. However, seeking immediate medical attention is one of the most critical decisions you can make—not just for your health, but for your legal protection as well. Many accident victims make the mistake of assuming they’re fine because they feel okay initially. This decision can have serious consequences for both your physical recovery and any potential legal claims. A personal injury lawyer…

LONDON (AP) — Authorities in Scotland canceled trains, closed parks and warned people to tie down backyard trampolines as a rare summer storm brought potentially destructive winds to northern Britain.The U.K.’s Meteorological Office on Monday issued an “amber” wind warning in Scotland for Storm Floris, meaning there is a potential risk to lives and property, especially from large waves in coastal areas. Network Rail Scotland said wind gusts of up to 90 mph (145kph) had felled trees across lines and damaged overhead wires.The wind and heavy rain are hitting at the busiest time of year for tourism, with hundreds of…

All four state-run bus services to stay off roads from 6 AM as transport staff stage statewide protest over pending demands.Amid confusion surrounding the transport staff bandh scheduled for August 5, Anant Subbarao, Chairman of the Joint Action Committee (JAC), has confirmed that the statewide strike will go ahead as planned. Subbarao clarified that there is no postponement, and called on transport workers and the public not to be misled or intimidated by conflicting messages.Also Read:Bengaluru citizens launch #RefundTax protest after rain floods shops and hotelsStarting 6 AM on Monday, all four government-run bus services, KSRTC, BMTC, NWKRTC, and KKRTC,…

Patna (Bihar) [India], August 4 (ANI): A complaint has been filed against Leader of Opposition in Bihar assembly and Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav at Digha Police Station in Patna, alleging that he holds two Electoral Photo Identity Cards (EPICs). The complaint was submitted by an advocate, Rajiv Ranjan, who has requested that appropriate legal action be initiated. Earlier today Union Textile Minister Giriraj Singh lashed out at both the former Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Yadav and Leader of Opposition (LoP) Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi for questioning the Election Commission of India amid the ongoing Special Intensive…

The coming week could mark a pivotal moment in the war between Russia and Ukraine, as U.S. President Donald Trump’s deadline for the Kremlin to reach a peace deal approaches — or it could quietly pass without consequence.Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff was expected in Moscow midweek, just before Trump’s Friday deadline for the Kremlin to stop the killing or face potentially severe economic penalties from Washington.So far Trump’s promises, threats and cajoling have failed to shift the Kremlin’s position, and the stubborn diplomatic stalemate remains in place. Meanwhile, Ukraine is losing more territory on the front line, although there…

A disturbing case has emerged from the Shani temple situated in the village of Manti Hasanpur within the Thana Bhawan region of Shamli district in Uttar Pradesh. The authorities have apprehended a man known as Baba Bengali also referred to as Balaknath after his identity was revealed to be 55-year-old Imamuddin Ansari, resident of Kalchini in the Alipurduar district of West Bengal. He had been serving as a priest at the temple and falsely portraying himself as a Hindu sadhu for at least two years. The authorities initiated legal proceedings against him and presented him before the court where he…