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President Joe Biden on Wednesday said his administration is cracking down on so-called junk fees, including announcing new steps that effectively ban banks from issuing surprise overdraft fees and depositor fees on bounced checks. His speech announcing the new actions also highlighted his administration’s efforts to provide more “breathing room” relief to American consumers as the economy and inflation remain top concerns to voters 13 days before the midterm elections. “Today, my administration is announcing new actions to lower the costs of everyday living for American families, to put more money in the pockets of the middle-income and working-class Americans, to hold big corporations accountable,” Biden said at the White House, pointing to the “unfair hidden fees” like overdraft fees, hidden hotel booking fees and termination charges when consumers switch cable and internet plans. Biden on Wednesday said that the new moves on junk fees will “immediately start saving Americans collectively billions of dollars in unfair fees,” and that he has directed his administration to “reduce or eliminate” other junk fees. Specifically, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is issuing new guidance publicly relaying that depositor fee and surprise overdraft fee practices “are likely unfair and unlawful under existing law.” “There’s a lot going on that we’re doing, and it adds up,” Biden said of his broad efforts to help American consumers, noting that he understands “the frustration of the American people” amid rising prices. The economy and inflation are issues at the front of voters’ minds in battleground states, CNN polls released this week show. And along with acknowledging Americans’ frustrations about the state of the economy, Biden has frequently deployed a midterm campaign message aimed at differentiating what he says are the savings in Democrats’ policy plans from Republicans’ costly proposals. At the podium, Biden was keenly aware of the concerns, seeking to provide examples of how his, and his party’s, efforts are affecting the economy and lowering costs – highlighting downward trends in gas prices, reductions in the cost of hearing aids and new jobs at a New York Micron facility he’s visiting this week. The White House defines junk fees as those “designed either to confuse or deceive consumers or to take advantage of lock-in or other forms of situational market power,” National Economic Council officials Brian Deese, Neale Mahoney, and Tim Wu wrote, falling into four categories: mandatory fees that often hide the full price, surprise fees that consumers learn after purchase, exploitative or predatory fees, and fraudulent fees. Tackling hidden fees was a key component of the President’s meeting with the White House Competition Council last month. The economic officials also highlighted other past actions – including new rules and guidance on bank and credit card fees, taking aim at bad junk fee practices across industries through a new rulemaking process, restricting junk fees charged by auto dealers, requiring airlines to disclose fees up front, requiring internet companies to display a “Broadband Nutrition Label” and reducing the cost of shipping goods. The President detailed some of those unfair changes with specific examples, including an overdraft fee when “the bank screwed up,” a fee for a bounced check for someone trying to sell a bicycle online, resort fees added to bills at checkout, and processing fees for concerts. “These junk fees – they’re unfair and they’re hitting marginalized Americans the hardest, especially low-income folks and people of color. They benefit big corporations, not consumers, not working families. And that changes now,” Biden said, vowing to announce more “concrete actions” going forward. SURSA

A terrified dog has been found with her throat ripped out in one of the worst cases of animal abuse RSPCA Cornwall has ever seen. Lady, a Jack Russell, was rescued by RSPCA inspectors and taken to their St Columb branch, where the extent of her injuries became apparent. The poor pooch has since undergone a surgery on her throat but now might have to have one of her legs amputated because she cannot bear weight on it, reports Plymouth Live. An RSPCA statement said: "We're no stranger to helping animals in a time of crisis, and Lady here was no exception. "We received a call from the local inspectorate team asking if we could take in a Jack russell who was currently at the vets in a critical condition. "We, of course, said yes without hesitation. "Lady was rushed to a vets after she was found by the inspector with her oesophagus ripped out. "The inspector took quick action and a local vet managed to help her in time so that her wound was not fatal." While Lady is recovering well from her operation, her surgery journey does not stop there. "Lady cannot weight bear on her left hind limb. We do not know how long she's been struggling with this or how it came about," the statement adds. "Our local vets, Penmellyn Vets, are investigating her leg, but it's likely that she will need to have her leg amputated, or, need cruciate surgery on both of her hind legs." As the branch is not funded by the RSPCA, they have launched a fundraiser to raise enough money to cover the Jack russell's medical treatment. The statement reads: "We have over 100 animals under our care that all need our support and we, like every other rescue, need support from the public to keep helping these animals. "If you can support us, even a small amount, this will go a long way to ensure that we can give every animal the second chance they deserve." RSPCA Cornwall will use any additional money from the fundraiser to help other animals in need. SURSA

Backed by nearly 70 years of heritage, the new 2023 Toyota Crown continues a legacy of Japanese automotive flagships that stretches back 15 generations. But in a way, none of that matters. Because the 2023 model is the first Crown to reach U.S. shores since 1972, which means Americans can't be relied on to respect that history. The 2023 Crown must stand on its own. With the Avalon discontinued, Toyota could have just quietly exited the full-size sedan segment. Instead, we get a boundary-pushing sedan-UV design you must see in person to appreciate (or not). Beyond the polarizing look and longstanding heritage, though, how else does the 2023 Toyota Crown entice buyers? Very Much Not A 2023 Avalon The old Avalon and new Crown are both full-size flagship Toyota sedans, but that's where the similarities end. As with the Venza, the Sienna, and even the Sequoia, the Crown makes its debut with an all-hybrid lineup. And just like those other Toyotas, you don't need to be a Prius-loving environmentalist to care about the Crown's green-friendly powertrains. A 236-hp four-cylinder AWD hybrid system mated to a CVT is standard on the Crown XLE and Limited; this is an updated version of the tech we've seen in various Toyotas for years. Acceleration to 60 mph comes in 7.6 seconds, Toyota says, though that's using 91-octane (87 is recommended when you're not racing a Lexus ES for pink slips). Pricing starts just above $41,000 for this version of the Crown. If that causes a little heartburn, remember the 2022 Avalon already started around $38,000 with a V-6 and $39,000 with a hybrid I-4.The surprise of the lineup—before the Crown Prime plug-in arrives—is the Platinum model. You'll have to spend just over $53,000 for the 2023 Crown Platinum, the only trim with Toyota's new Hybrid Max system. As on the 2023 Lexus RX500h, the Crown Platinum skips the 2.5-liter I-4 for a 2.4-liter turbo I-4. It also gets a six-speed automatic and a more complex hybrid system, the latter involving a motor on the front axle as well as a motor and inverter on the rear axle to deliver responsive acceleration and AWD that always has at least 30 percent of the torque going to the rear wheels. Like that Lexus, the max torque distribution to the rear axle is 80 percent. The Crown Platinum may "only" make 340 hp to the RX500h's 366 hp, but the Toyota is still good for an automaker-estimated 5.7-second 0-60-mph time. It easily feels that quick on the road.Why Does It Look Like That? The 2023 Toyota Crown follows in the tire tracks left by AMC, Subaru, and even Volvo. It's a lifted sedan that's 4.1 inches taller than an Avalon and 1 inch shy of the C-HR SUV with roof rails. Walking around the Crown is no less strange than swiping through the photos in this review. You understand what you're looking at, but it just seems … different somehow. In an industry full of design one-upmanship, the Crown breaks through. The way the roof slopes to the rear decklid is an especially nice touch, but the problem we see is elsewhere. The uniquely styled Crown picks up where the Avalon left off in front, with a blacked-out grille treatment just as excessive today as when that discontinued car launched for 2019. The story doesn't improve with the two-tone paint options, which includes a black hood that vaguely suggests a sports car the Crown most definitely is not. But hey, go big or go home, right? Even if the two-tone option is writing some checks the Crown can't cash, we admire Toyota's courage here—especially with the gold-ish Bronze Age/black and eye-catching Supersonic Red/black choices. In back, the Crown goes for a single-taillight look and features a black ribbed trim piece that looks best when it contrasts against a non-black color. Attractive 19-inch wheels are standard equipment on the XLE, while 21s are available on the Limited and standard on the Platinum. The Crown may have four body styles in Japan (including an incredibly hot one), but maybe Toyota hopes the unique design shakes up a segment that's seen a number of competitors plan on leaving the segment.Both Crown powertrains drive well, but don't think of the Hybrid Max-ified Platinum as simply a more powerful version of the standard hybrid system in the XLE and Limited. With the standard setup, the lower two trims feel more powerful than 236 hp suggests, and that could be the hybrid boost at work. The engine sounds a little grainy, but it's not too loud. Besides, with 42/41 mpg city/highway and a nearly 600-mile combined driving range (!), that minor issue is forgivable. On the smooth two-lane roads outside Nashville, we weren't able to put the Crown's suspension to the test, but chief engineer Akihiro Sarada tells us ride quality was a priority; not surprisingly, the team aimed for a smooth and refined ride. Sarada, whose father had 11th- and 12th-generation Crowns, is also proud of the way the 2023 model corners relatively flat for such a large car. It's true, no 2023 Crown we drove flopped over with excessive body roll when driven comfortably or at moderately spirited speeds. Not bad for a car that weighs around 4,300 pounds. Brake feel is also a highlight, as the car delivers near-seamless responses when you come to a stop. That sounds like basic stuff but isn't: The transition for hybrids from regenerative to mechanical braking right before you stop has stymied automakers in the past, including Lexus. Where The Crown Can Improve In the Lexus RX500h and now the Toyota Crown Platinum, we're fans of the company's new hybrid AWD system based on the 2.4-liter turbo inline-four. In the latter car, it only comes in fully loaded form with not enough interior flair to match the exterior. A few subtle, upscale copper trim pieces look good but don't match the door handles. Also, the door panels themselves are too hard and plain, though we appreciate the squishy armrests. All over the interior, the materials are a fair mix of high-quality stuff and harder surfaces. That interior adequacy and the lack of a power trunk option make us reluctantly suggest buyers pass on the expensive Hybrid Max powertrain for a Limited with the optional 21-inch wheels. If you're going to do things differently, might as well commit to the look. Unless, however, you're tall. There's not as much headroom inside as you might think, but maybe a design this interesting merits some practical compromises. The rear seat is spacious for two, but it's not as cavernous as the exterior dimensions suggest. One other quick note: The button to open the trunk on the right side of the trunklid below the LED light strip is too small and hard to access. We hope a future Crown updates this. For now, appreciate the way the 2023 Toyota Crown charts its own course. Or don't and get the more traditionally attractive Volkswagen Arteon. But like the rest of the full-size car space, that VW lacks the Crown's efficiency and conversation-starter appeal. We're not sold on the Toyota's styling and think the interior could do a better job at the Platinum price point, but this car is intriguing. That and Toyota's reputation for long-term value may be enough for some buyers, regardless of what model name is spelled out on the trunklid. We just hope Toyota will continue to iterate on this Crown or, you know, maybe give us one of the three other body styles—including the vaguely European SUV. SURSA

With an experience of over 20 years, Narendra Kumar understands the nitty-gritty of the ever evolving fashion industry, and hence, the need to experiment with newer trends and styles to keep up with the modern-day customer. But despite all the challenges and changes, the ace fashion designer — who has “worked in every aspect of the fashion industry” — describes his journey as “exhilarating”.Talking about the same in detail, the fashion maestro opened up to indianexpress.com about the many experiences that have shaped his journey, the changing scape of the fashion industry in India, his experience of working with Bollywood (celebrities and films), the approaches he adopts when designing for men and women, and the emerging trend of sustainability. Edited excerpts below. You have been a part of the fashion industry for over two decades — how would you describe the journey? In one word, exhilarating! Given the fact that I have worked in almost every aspect of the fashion industry, from being India’s first fashion editor for a magazine, teaching at NIFT, styling for films like Madhur Bhandarkar’s Fashion, and styling a whole host of celebrities, designing from couture to street, consulting with all leading brands in the country, being a photographer to being a filmmaker (India’s first fashion film to listed in Official Selection in the Best Fashion Film category at the Berlin Fashion Film Festival), to being the Creative Director at Amazon Fashion and still loving the various roles that I play with more to come. Loving it. In these years, in what ways would you say fashion has evolved; and it is for the good or bad? The dynamics of fashion have been changing because of technological advancements, and more informed buying habits among consumers. The focus on sustainability and digitalisation has encouraged positive developments. It has challenged us to experiment with new styles and stay at par with trends to be able to suffice the demands of customers. We have started adopting newer design methods, and recycled materials, and are taking our brands to online platforms to reach a wider audience. The modern consumer has become extremely conscious of their fashion choices. They don’t just jump on the bandwagon; their shopping decisions rely so much on the research they do about the brand/designers, quality and style, collection reviews, availability, and pricing. Our approach is now more driven by customer preferences than before.But not only in the world of fashion, but you have also been a Bollywood stylist in many films. How different is the experience? The essential difference to me is the fact that, when I am doing a collection I am telling a story about the human condition in terms of how we are changing as a people, social anthropology, I create my own world and it’s my story, on the other hand when I am styling a film, I am enhancing the character of a director’s story which is equally rewarding.Tell us about your latest collection for women for Amazon Fashion X RIVER Season 3. In what ways is it different from your previous collection? The RIVER Season 3 collection on Amazon Fashion explores the world of contemporary fashion through three alternative trends that dominate the AW 22/23 Winter Festive Season. It takes you on a journey, from the plains of Central Asia to the Mountains of Peru, winding up in a boldly told graphic story. The collection will be focused on four stories: Floral Arabesque, Graphic, Paisley, and Geometric. This story is told through two main colour themes: burnt Earth in all its glory, consisting of yellow, rust, sienna, ochre, nutmeg and earthy pastel; and a return to nature in all its wonder, with greens, teals, blue and sage. The silhouette for the collection is a statement in ease, with kurtas, dresses, tops and trousers to complete your look for the festive and travel season. In all these years, what or who has been your biggest inspiration? My muse has been my country, in the sense of how we have changed as people over the last two to three decades from the opening up of the economy in the early 90’s. Each and every collection has had a story with unique presentation, whether it’s about Article 66A of the Constitution of the country, how sport is redefining our country, how music has evolved, the growing prevalence of fake news (our brand FKNS), to the dystopian times we live in. Of course, I had my mentors at the beginning of my career, Claude Montana, Thierry Mugler, Azzedine Alaia, Yoyjhi Yamamoto — designers known for their exceptional tailoring, some of whom I have had the pleasure of meeting in person. You are one of the leading designers for men; how different is it designing for women and why? What are the basic dos and don’ts you keep in mind (or do you approach both in a similar way considering gender fluid fashion is gaining momentum in the country)? Designing for me has always been about dressing the mind and not the body and taking them on a journey of self-expression. The female or male form does not matter much, more so today, given the changing times we live in. Gender fluidity is not limited to stereotypes we have, it’s also about our roles in life when it comes to our workplaces. I am passionate about designing irrespective of whether I am designing a collection for men or women’s wear. I believe the only dos and don’ts are to understand the requirements of the customers you are planning to target with your designs. Fashion is all about being confident and comfortable in what you wear. Hence, my focus has been to create apparels, regardless of gender, that are not just in line with current styles and trends but make my customers feel assured and happy.Sustainability became a huge talking point in the last two years. Where do you think the Indian fashion industry ranks on that list? A growing awareness and concern about the influence of the fashion industry on the environment has emerged in the last few years. This has shifted focus on driving sustainable practices and offering eco-friendly fashion and beauty alternatives. There are multiple Indian brands and designer labels that are ensuring that they are well-equipped by using recycled products, multi-purpose clothing and naturally sourced materials, among others, to deliver products that are in compliance with the sustainability standards. I believe that Indian fashion is taking this as an opportunity to ensure a greener environment while offering latest, quality fashion.Five wardrobe must-haves, according to you. Wardrobe essentials today are very different as opposed to even two years ago during the pre-pandemic days; they are dictated by occasions for most of us. While we are finally getting out of the pandemic, the best way to express this freedom is through colour or print. Whether you are wearing a kurta/kurti for the festive occasion, kaftan for easy travel to a resort for a destination wedding, or upgrading your casual style with dresses and tops that incorporate the easy comfort of our pandemic days, statement prints create a style statement for the season. A woman’s wardrobe should have a bright printed kurta set that is easy to wear at any puja or occasion. You can never replace a sari with any other outfit, but you can and must style it well to add variety to your look. Some other fashion pieces that are timeless and everyone should have in their wardrobe would be a plain white kurta, black trousers, and a blue jeans.This festive season, what would you recommend and why? Honestly, I would always recommend wearing what makes you feel confident and comfortable. You can always mix and match your outfits to bring some freshness to your look. When you are wearing a saree, you can wrap around an embellished belt that will give a nice twist to the look. If you are wearing an elegant yet simple kurta, like a floral one from my collection for Amazon Fashion X RIVER Season 3, then you must complete your look with an embroidered or embellished dupatta. Also, make sure you are not compromising on accessories, they will enhance your appearance. For men, add some colourful straight cut, easy to wear kurtas in your festive wardrobe, this is one the most sophisticated looks.

The United States on Wednesday imposed a slew of new sanctions against Iranian officials involved in the ongoing crackdown on nationwide protests in Iran – the latest US response to Tehran’s efforts to quash outrage after the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini. “It has been 40 days since the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini in the custody of Iran’s so-called ‘Morality Police,’ and we join her family and the Iranian people for a day of mourning and reflection,” Secretary of State Antony Blinken said in a statement. “The United States is committed to supporting the Iranian people and ensuring that those responsible for the brutal crackdown on the ongoing nationwide protests in Iran are held accountable,” Blinken said. “Today, we are announcing a joint action between the State and Treasury Departments designating 14 individuals and three entities using five different authorities, demonstrating our commitment to use all appropriate tools to hold all levels of the Iranian government to account.” Wednesday’s Treasury Department sanctions target the commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps’ intelligence organization and the IRGC’s deputy commander for operations, as well as two officials in the Sistan and Baluchistan province, “site of some of the worst violence in the latest round of protests,” the agency said in a separate sanction. The Treasury Department also sanctioned numerous Iranian prison officials, including Hedayat Farzadi, the warden of Tehran’s notorious Evin Prison. In addition to the sanctions related to crackdowns on protesters, the Treasury Department also designated two Iranians and the school they founded – Ravin Academy – which “trains individuals in cyber security and hacking,” as well as Samane Gostar Sahab Pardaz Private Limited Company, “one of the main operators of social media filtering services in Iran,” the Treasury Department said. “Hackers trained at the Ravin Academy have been involved in directly disrupting the communication of those protesting against the Iranian regime,” Blinken said. The State Department sanctioned “Iranian commander and chief of police in Isfahan Province, Mohammed Reza Mirheydary … for his involvement in gross violations of human rights, namely the cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment or punishment of peaceful protestors during the November 2021 protests in Isfahan, Iran,” Blinken said. “As a result of today’s action, Mirheydary is ineligible for entry into the United States.” The top US diplomat also announced the US is imposing sanctions “on two individuals and one entity implicated in extrajudicial killings, torture, or other gross violations of internationally recognized human rights committed against individuals in Iran” – Bushehr Prison, which has “reportedly been the site of several human rights abuses,” Mohammed Reza Ostad, “the warden of that facility while gross violations of human rights occurred there;” and Mohammed Reza Mirheydary, “the commander and chief of the police force in Isfahan Province.” Latest measures The Biden administration has unveiled a series of measures aimed at punishing the regime for its repression of the Iranian people and to try to support the protesters. In late September, the US announced sanctions on Iran’s morality police following the death of Amini in their custody. In a statement, the US Treasury Department said it was sanctioning the morality police “for abuse and violence against Iranian women and the violation of the rights of peaceful Iranian protestors.” Shortly thereafter, amid internet shutdowns by the Iranian government in the face of widespread protests over Amini’s death, the US government took a step meant to allow technology firms to help the people of Iran access information online. In an interview with CNN’s Becky Anderson last week, Special Envoy for Iran Rob Malley emphasized that the US policy on Iran “is not one of regime change instigated from Washington.” “Our policy is to defend and support the fundamental rights of Iranian citizens just as we want to support the fundamental rights of citizens across the globe,” he said. “Form of government in Iran will be up to the Iranians to decide. Our position, which is very clear, is we support the fundamental human rights of ordinary Iranian women and men and that is our policy,” Malley added. Malley said “there’s no doubt” about which side of the widespread protests the United States is supporting: the protesters. “We’re on the side of those fundamental rights and of those fundamental rights being respected,” he said. US officials, including Malley, have said supporting the protesters – not the Iran nuclear deal – are their focus right now, as efforts to restore the nuclear agreement have hit yet another impasse. The Biden administration’s punitive measures on Iran for its crackdowns on protesters comes as the US and Europe work to counter Iran and Russia’s growing cooperation on the war in Ukraine. Russian forces have in recent weeks pummeled Ukrainian cities with Iranian drones. State Department principal deputy spokesperson Vedant Patel said last week that the “deepening” of relations between Moscow and Tehran should be seen as “a profound threat.” Patel said that the United States would “continue to take practical, aggressive steps to make these weapons sales harder, including sanctions, export control actions against any entities involved.” “We have extensive tools available at our arsenal to disrupt not just Iranian arms transfers, but also to continue to hold Russia accountable for their preposterous acts in Ukraine as well,” Patel said at a department briefing last Tuesday. SURSA

Musician Name: Bruce Springsteen Birthday / Location: Bruce Frederick Joseph Springsteen September 23, 1949 (age 73) Long Branch, New Jersey, U.S Main instrument: Vocals/guitar Musician Picture: Musician Awards & Nominations: Springsteen has sold more than 135 million records worldwide and more than 64 million records in the United States, making him one of the world's best-selling artists.[252][253] He has earned numerous awards for his work, including 20 Grammy Awards, two Golden Globes, an Academy Award, and a Special Tony Award (for Springsteen on Broadway). Springsteen was inducted into both the Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1999, received the Kennedy Center Honors in 2009, was named MusiCares person of the year in 2013, and was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Barack Obama in 2016. In May 2021, Springsteen became the eighth recipient of the Woody Guthrie Prize, a prize that honors an artist who speaks out for social justice and carries on the spirit of the folk singer.[254] Best Performance: become known for his poetic, socially conscious lyrics and energetic stage performances, sometimes lasting up to four hours.[1] He has been nicknamed "The Boss".[2] Other Information: -

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Saudi Arabia’s ambassador to the United States affirmed to CNN that, although Riyadh’s relationship with Washington is at a “point of disagreement” in light of OPEC+’s decision to slash oil production, the ties between the two longtime allies remain strong. Princess Reema bint Bandar Al Saud, in her first televised interview with international media since becoming the ambassador in early 2019, told CNN’s Becky Anderson that “it’s OK to disagree.” “Our relationship is more than the sale of arms and it is more than the exchange of oil,” Princess Reema said in the interview, which aired Tuesday. The Saudi-led OPEC+ oil cartel announced earlier this month it would cut output by 2 million barrels per day, a decision that rebuffed heavy lobbying from US administration officials and prompted a Biden administration review of the longstanding relationship between the two countries. The cut in oil production aligns with Russian interests and is particularly politically troublesome for US President Joe Biden, coming in the home stretch of the midterm election season. Saudi officials have insisted that the production cut is being done to protect the country’s economic interests, but the decision set off bipartisan rage in Washington, with several lawmakers touting punitive measures such as stopping the sale of arms, pulling US troops out of the region and limiting overall ties with the kingdom. Princess Reema rejected the accusation that the kingdom is cooperating with Russia, saying it engages with “everybody across the board, those we agree with and those we disagree with.” Saudi Arabia is one of the largest oil producers in the world, but Princess Reema said under Vision 2030, the kingdom is “reframing itself to be one of the largest energy producers” by investing billions of dollars in renewables while ensuring the balance of the oil market. “We want to have this next chapter of clean energy as a partnership, because that’s the future. This argument about OPEC is today because the world is tense. But it’s not the conversation of the future,” she added. The princess was appointed ambassador to Washington in 2019, at a time when Saudi-US relations were extremely frosty following the murder of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi. The CIA has concluded that Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman personally ordered the killing, which he denies. In her interview with Anderson, Princess Reema said she welcomed a US review of the relationship between the two countries, because “the kingdom is not what it used to be five years ago.” “I deal very regularly with the administration, and frankly, it’s an administration that I have profound respect for. I have only had the most gracious and direct communication, as we should. That’s how partners communicate with each other,” she continued. Before becoming ambassador, the princess was an advocate for women’s rights in the kingdom and worked with the Ministry of Education to include physical education for girls in schools. But despite significant reforms introduced by the Saudi government, there is still very little room for public dissent, especially for women. In August, Saudi women’s rights campaigner Salma al-Shehab was sentenced to 34 years in prison for her activity on Twitter, according to court documents viewed by CNN. Asked how she squares the empowerment of women in the kingdom amid a wave of arrests that critics have deemed harsh and unreasonable, Princess Reema said some reforms happen faster than others. “I will tell you their cases are under review. I believe they’re under appeal. And I do believe that the system will correct itself if that’s what’s necessary,” she said. “The United States had a 200-year journey of transformation,” Princess Reema continued. “We’ve had 80. We’re different people in a different place, and we are going to get there because we believe in the same thing. We believe in the set of opportunities for our people. And we’re very proud of the changes that have happened.” SURSA

Swarming bees produce so much electricity that they may affect local weather, new research suggests. The finding, which researchers made by measuring the electrical fields around honeybee (apis mellifera) hives, reveals that bees can produce as much atmospheric electricity as a thunderstorm. This can play an important role in steering dust to shape unpredictable weather patterns; and their impact may even need to be included in future climate models. Insects' tiny bodies can pick up positive charge while they forage — either from the friction of air molecules against their rapidly beating wings (honeybees can flap their wings more than 230 times a second) or from landing onto electrically charged surfaces. But the effects of these tiny charges were previously assumed to be on a small scale. Now, a new study, published Oct. 24 in the journal iScience, shows that insects can generate a shocking amount of electricity. Related: Single bee is making an immortal clone army thanks to a genetic fluke "We only recently discovered that biology and static electric fields are intimately linked and that there are many unsuspected links that can exist over different spatial scales, ranging from microbes in the soil and plant-pollinator interactions to insect swarms and the global electric circuit," first author Ellard Hunting, a biologist at the University of Bristol, told Live Science. Static electricity emerges when the microscopic bumps and pits on two surfaces rub over each other, causing friction. This causes electrons, which are negatively charged, to jump from one surface to another, leaving one surface positively charged while the other surface becomes negatively charged. The transfer across the two ionized surfaces sets up a voltage difference, or potential gradient, across which the charges may leap. This electrostatic potential gradient — which can give you a shock when touching a doorknob after walking across a carpet — can also charge lightning through the friction of ice clumps inside clouds; legend has it this phenomenon was demonstrated by Benjamin Franklin when he and his son flew a kite during a thunderstorm, noting that the kite's wet string conducted sparks from the stormcloud to a key attached to its end. Electrostatic effects emerge throughout the insect world; they enable bees to draw pollen to them, and help spiders spin negatively charged webs that attract and ensnare the positively charged bodies of their prey. To test whether honeybees produce sizable changes in the electric field of our atmosphere, the researchers placed an electric field monitor and a camera near the site of several honeybee colonies. In the 3 minutes that the insects flooded into the air, the researchers found that the potential gradient above the hives increased to 100 volts per meter. In other swarming events, the scientists measured the effect as high as 1,000 volts per meter, making the charge density of a large honeybee swarm roughly six times greater than electrified dust storms and eight times greater than a stormcloud. The scientists also found that denser insect clouds meant bigger electrical fields — an observation that enabled them to model other swarming insects such as locusts and butterflies. Locusts often swarm to "biblical scales," the scientists said, creating thick clouds 460 square miles (1,191 square kilometers) in size and packing up to 80 million locusts into less than half a square mile (1.3 square km). The researchers’ model predicted that swarming locusts’ effect on the atmospheric electric field was staggering, generating densities of electric charge similar to those made by thunderstorms. The researchers say it's unlikely the insects are producing storms themselves, but even when potential gradients don't meet the conditions to make lightning, they can still have other effects on the weather. Electric fields in the atmosphere can ionize particles of dust and pollutants, changing their movement in unpredictable ways. As dust can scatter sunlight, knowing how it moves and where it settles is important to understanding a region's climate. "Interdisciplinarity is valuable here — electric charge can seem like it lives solely in physics, but it is important to know how aware the whole natural world is of electricity in the atmosphere," Hunting said. "Thinking more broadly, linking biology and physics might help with many puzzling problems, such as why large dust particles are found so far from the Sahara." SURSA

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Indian-American model Shree Saini, who was declared the first runner-up at the Miss World 2021 pageant, recently revealed that she is undergoing heart surgery for a new pacemaker implant as her “current pacemaker batteries have died”. A heart patient, Shree, who got a pacemaker at the age of 12, went on to share that she has to “undergo a total of eight pacemaker replacement surgeries” in her lifetime. “I would so greatly appreciate your prayers. There will be no visitors allowed at the hospital. I want to thank everyone who has been there for me. For those who may not know, I was born with a complete heart block, where my upper and bottom chambers did not communicate with each other. My block led me to me having a very low heart rate and feel terribly fatigued,” she mentioned in a note on Instagram.“The pacemaker paces my heart to beat at a normal rate. It does this by using the pacemaker to send electric shocks to my heart which allows it to beat at a normal rate. Average age of a pacemaker recipient is age 80. Pacemakers are usually given to those who have lived a long life and now their heart needs an extra assistance. For me, I was born with a heart defect,” Shree, now 26, penned. Adding that she is sharing her story to “encourage people to have a greater sense of hope even in their hardships”, she wrote, “Let’s rise up from our challenges with a victor, not a victim mindset.” Shree, who was also adjudged Ambassador Beauty With Purpose at the 2021 Miss World, thanked her well-wishers for their constant support. “I still remember being a kid and being so confused, scared while waiting for my initial surgery. I do remember the teachers and peers who were there for me. I will forever be grateful for people who cared, reached out with comforting words and whose love filled me with strength. Thank you for keeping me in your thoughts. I am the sum of God’s blessings, parents’ unconditional love and the blessings of so many people. So grateful for scientists, doctors for creating this remarkable pacemaker technology, that literally allows me to live today!” Also Read |Soon, battery-free pacemakers powered by your heart About the size of a pocket watch, artificial pacemakers are implanted under the skin through an incision in the chest. The device is connected to the heart through leads or wires that deliver electrical signals that regulate the heart’s activity. “Pacemakers are small machines placed to generate heart beats. When your heart beats slows down to less than 50-60 beats, with or without heart conduction tissue, it indicates damage to your heart’s wiring system, or in cases of heart failure where a patient’s heart do not beat in tandem to produce a good pulse or output, then the doctor recommends these small machines to improve the quality of life, said Dr Bipeenchandra Bhamre, consultant cardiac surgeon, Sir H. N. Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre in Mumbai, adding that ECG and Holter monitoring tests help to determine the need of pacemakers. According to the expert, two types of machines are widely used — single chamber and dual chamber — depending on the number of heart chambers affected. “Periodic check up, every year, is required to check for battery. Your doctor will recommend the type of machine better for you,” he said. Dr Pankaj Batra, senior interventional cardiologist, Fortis Escorts Faridabad, told indianexpress.com that the PPI or Permanent Pacemaker Implantation procedure takes about an hour to be completed. “Permanent pacemaker insertion is considered a minimally invasive procedure. Transvenous access to the heart chambers under local anesthesia is the favored technique. It is not a surgery,” said Dr Batra, adding that “in case of congenital heart defects, pacemakers may be preferred for a long life.” A National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) review also suggested that the primary purpose of such a device is to maintain an adequate heart rate, either because the heart’s natural pacemaker is not fast enough, or there is a block in the heart’s electrical conduction system. “Modern pacemakers are externally programmable and allow the cardiologist to select the optimum pacing modes for patients on a case-to-case basis,” explained Dr Batra and further said that replacement is usually done after 10 to 15 years using a “minor procedure”. While pacemakers can be temporary in cases of a heart attack, permanent pacemakers are used to control long-term heart issues. “Pacemaker can relieve some arrhythmia symptoms, such as fatigue and fainting. A pacemaker also can help a person who has abnormal heart rhythms resume a more active lifestyle,” mentioned the NCBI review. Agreed Dr Batra and mentioned that pacemakers are needed to “improve the quality of life”, and with minimal heart-related issues. SURSA

A top Iranian military official issued a warning to Saudi Arabia last week as his government continued to face off against protesters at home. “You are involved in this matter and know that you are vulnerable, it is better to be careful,” he said at the sidelines of a military drill. Major General Hossein Salami, the head of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, was referring to what state news outlets called a “media war” that they say is being waged against “the Iranian youth and nation” by foreign conspirators seeking to create unrest in the country by supporting protesters there. Then, on Thursday Iran again warned Saudi Arabia, as well as the United States and the United Kingdom, to “stop interfering in the country’s internal affairs.” Iran last week said it sanctioned a number of media outlets in the UK for “supporting terrorism” and “inciting violence”, reported Tasnim news agency The sanctioned entities include, among others, Volant Media, Global Media, and DMA Media, as well as the “anti-Iranian TV channels” that the companies support, such as Iran International, reported Tasnim agency. Now in their sixth week, protests have swept through the Islamic Republic following the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini, who died on September 16 after being detained by “morality police” and taken to a “re-education center,” allegedly for not abiding by the country’s conservative dress code.As the protests rage, Iran is turning up the heat on its adversaries, mainly the United States and Israel. But last week, Saudi Arabia found itself in the line of fire, which risks further complicating attempts by the two regional rivals to mend ties. Riyadh hasn’t publicly commented on the protests. The kingdom’s foreign minister refused to give his view when asked to during an interview with Al Arabiya news channel on October 12. “Saudi Arabia has a fixed policy of non-interference in the internal affairs of states,” he said. “Surely, we are following [the situation] and we wish Iran and its people the best.” Iran and Saudi Arabia severed ties in 2016 and both parties have backed opposite sides in proxy conflicts across the Middle East. Last year, they began direct talks in an attempt to improve relations. Baghdad has hosted five rounds of talks so far, the last of which was held in April. At the heart of Iran’s most recent accusations against Saudi Arabia may be Iran International, a Persian-language news channel that broadcasts from London. The channel has become one of the go-to sources for many Persian speakers looking for news on the protests. It has been at the forefront of covering the demonstrations, getting breaking news and exclusive footage of the events on the ground. Its Twitter account has over a million followers. Founded in 2017, Iran International has previously come under scrutiny by the Iranian government. Some say it is due to their coverage of the protests at home, which in recent weeks have rocked the Islamic Republic. Salami didn’t name the channel in his warning, but government-backed Iranian media last week accused Saudi Arabia of funding it. Saudi Arabia has not addressed the allegations. Karim Sa djadpour, a senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace think tank in Washington DC, said on Twitter that Iran has demanded the shuttering of the channel in talks with Saudi Arabia, citing a senior Gulf official. In 2018, Iran International released a statement denying connections to any government, including Saudi Arabia or Iran after The Guardian reported that it was funded by a firm whose director has ties to Saudi Arabia’s de facto ruler, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Saudi Arabia did not comment on the Guardian report. The Saudi government did not respond to CNN’s request for comment. “We have heard these accusations before most often promoted by those in whose interests it is to deny a free press,” a spokesperson for Volant Media told CNN. “Iran International and its sister channel, Afghanistan International, are editorially independent television channels owned by Volant Media, a company based in London owned by a Saudi Arabian/British citizen; it has no state backing or affiliation,” added the spokesperson. Azadeh Moaveni, associate professor of journalism at New York University, described the channel as “one of the most pernicious and damaging forces to enter the Iranian media sphere,” calling it an arm of Saudi foreign policy. “I would not describe Iran International as pro-reform, or organically Iranian in any manner,” she told CNN. Mohammad Marandi, a professor at the University of Tehran who was also an adviser to the Iranian nuclear talks negotiating team, said there’s “no doubt” that Iran International is funded by Saudi Arabia. A prominent figure on state-funded Iranian outlets, Marandi added that Iran International spreads rumors, ethnic and sectarian strife “and it tries to use misinformation to create fear, chaos and promote violence.” Saudi Research and Marketing Group, a media conglomerate with ties to the Saudi ruling family, has run the Persian language website of the UK’s Independent newspaper since 2018. Its account on Instagram, where many Iranians get their news, has over 600,000 followers. CNN’s parent company is Warner Bros. Discovery, which has a partnership with Saudi Research and Media Group, a Saudi joint stock company. Saudi Arabia has for years accused Iran of doing the same with its own Arabic-language news channels: targeting Arab audiences with propaganda. State-run Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting runs Al Alam TV, an Arabic news channel that has interviewed Saudi opposition figures and has been blocked by Arab states. Iran-backed Hezbollah’s Al Manar channel has also been blocked. “It’s about time Iran gets a taste of its own medicine,” said Ali Shihabi, a Saudi author and analyst. “Iran has spent decades inciting and funding instability in the Arab world so having them pay the price of such behavior themselves is certainly a source of satisfaction to a lot of people,” he told CNN.The channel “is making an impact on public behavior in Iran and they are nervous about their domestic situation,” added Shihabi. Analysts say that Iran’s tight grip on domestic media outlets and its lack of freedom of expression have created “fertile ground” for anti-establishment platforms such as Iran International to flourish. “It is not so much the broadcasters themselves, but the situation in Iran has provided the possibility for broadcasters outside of Iran to gather a certain degree of po[CENSORED]rity in the Iranian context,” said Gholam Khiabany, a reader in media and communications at Goldsmiths, University of London. Harun Najafizada, a former journalist at Iran International who is now a director at the sister Afghanistan International news channel, said the parent company Volant Media is privately funded but “I don’t care as long as they do not influence my editorial take,” adding that shareholders never interfere in decision making. Iran International stood out from other Western-backed Persian language news outlets “by taking the side of the disenchanted, oppressed, voiceless people,” while competitor Persian channels in the West were focused on bringing balance by giving the Iranian government a voice, he told CNN. “They have a vision, of course – they don’t do it for God,” said Najafizada, referring to the shareholders. “That vision is democracy.” Just two days after Salami’s first warning, however, Ali Akbar Velayati, a top adviser to Iran’s supreme leader, was quoted saying that the two countries should reopen their embassies to facilitate a rapprochement, according to the semi-official Iranian news agency ISNA. “We are neighbors of Saudi Arabia and we must coexist,” he was cited as saying by ISNA. “The embassies of the two countries should reopen in order to solve our problems in a better way.” Iran protests Business owners and factory workers in Iran’s Kurdish region went on strike over the weekend as anti-government protests continued. Video shared with CNN by pro-reform activist outlet IranWire shows Sanandaj, the capital of the Kurdish region, quiet at the beginning of the work week as stores remain shut. The Norway-based Iranian rights group Hengaw said shopkeepers were on strike in Bukan, Sanandaj and Saqez, as well as Marivan. Strikes and protests have become common in cities and towns across Iran as people unite against the regime. The nationwide protests are now in their fifth week, triggered by the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini, who died three days after being arrested by the country’s morality police and taken to a re-education center. Here’s the latest on this developing story: Iran will file a lawsuit against the United States claiming the US had direct involvement in recent riots, Kazem Gharibabadi, the deputy head of the Iranian judiciary and secretary of the country’s High Council for Human Rights, said on Saturday, according to state news agency IRNA. The Coordinating Council of Iranian Teachers’ Trade Associations (CCITTA) on Saturday called for a nationwide strike in protest at the recent deaths and detention of students in the country, according to a statement published on Telegram. The council also announced a period of public mourning for students who have died in recent weeks from Thursday through Saturday, and called for a sit-in on Sunday, October 23 and Monday, October 24. Protests took place in central Berlin on Saturday, with close to 80,000 people standing in solidarity with Iran, German state broadcaster RBB reported, citing police officials. The digest Israel and Lebanon could sign maritime border agreement on Thursday, Biden energy adviser says Senior US adviser for global energy security Amos Hochstein said on Sunday that Israel and Lebanon could sign their historic maritime borders agreement as early as Thursday. Background: “We’re going to have a deal. We’re going to sign it hopefully this Thursday,” Hochstein said on CBS’ “Face the Nation.” “And I hope that this continues our commitment to stability in the region and prosperity for both countries,” he added. Why it matters: The US-brokered agreement settles a years-long maritime border dispute involving major oil and gas fields in the Mediterranean. Still technically at war, Lebanon and Israel both have much to gain. Not only does the agreement cool down recent security tensions, it also allows Israel to begin drilling and exporting gas to Europe and offers potential economic relief to Lebanon. Human Rights Watch says LGBTQ people subjected to arrest and mistreatment in Qatar ahead of World Cup Human Rights Watch (HRW) has accused Qatar’s security forces of arbitrarily arresting lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people and subjecting them to ill-treatment in detention ahead of the FIFA World Cup. Background: HRW said in a report issued Monday that it documented six cases of “severe and repeated beatings and five cases of sexual harassment in police custody between 2019 and 2022,” the most recent of which took place in September. Security forces arrested people in public places based solely on their gender expression and unlawfully searched their phones, the HRW report said, adding that as a requirement for their release, security forces mandated that transgender women detainees attend “conversion therapy sessions” at a government-sponsored “behavioral healthcare” center. Homosexuality is illegal in Qatar and punishable by imprisonment. A Qatari official told CNN that the HRW allegations “contain information that is categorically and unequivocally false.” Why it matters: Ahead of the FIFA World Cup, which starts November 20, Qatar has said it would welcome LGBT visitors, after concerns were raised from the LGBT community over how safe they will be at the tournament. Egypt has ordered the release of prominent activist, presidential pardon committee member says Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi on Monday pardoned a prominent activist and former parliamentarian, Zyad el-Elaimy, according to a presidential pardon committee member. Background: Jailed since 2019, el-Elaimy was one of the key participants in the 2011 uprisings that led to the downfall of former longtime ruler Hosni Mubarak. His release is “in response to calls by political parties and forces,” presidential pardon committee member Tarek el-Khouly wrote on Facebook. Young members of political parties, politicians and the presidential pardon committee also coordinated to help secure his release, added el-Khouly. El-Elaimy was given a five-year sentence last year on charges of spreading false news. Why it matters: The release comes two weeks ahead of November’s COP27 summit in Egypt. The country has come in for sharp criticism in recent months, with activists denouncing global leaders’ attendance in the light of Sisi’s questionable human rights record. Egypt has been promoting moves to improve its rights record, but activists and critics have described recent reforms as mostly cosmetic. What’s trendingAlso known as Deepavali, the holiday is widely trending across social platforms in the United Arab Emirates, with many flooding Twitter with colorful photos of candles and wishing joy and prosperity to the world. Some are also posting photos of themselves in traditional celebratory garments. Diwali is one of the most important festivals in Hinduism, the largest religion in India. This year, it falls on October 24. India and the UAE share a strong political and economic relationship, one that has grown closer in recent years. The Indian expatriate community in the UAE is around 3.5 million, according to the Indian embassy in the UAE, adding that it is reportedly the largest ethnic community in the oil-rich Arabian Gulf state. Approximately 15% of the diaspora are in the emirate of Abu Dhabi, added the Indian embassy, while the rest are in six northern Emirates, including business hub Dubai. The UAE also accounts for 33% of foreign remittances to India, at more than $20 billion a year. Diwali is also significant for Sikhs and Jains. It is celebrated in India, Nepal, Malaysia, Singapore and other countries with South Asian diasporas. SURSA

Musician Name: Ringo Starr Birthday / Location: Dingle, Liverpool, England Main instrument: - Musician Picture: Musician Awards & Nominations: - Best Performance: - Other Information: Ringo Starr is a famous English musician, songwriter, and singer. He became po[CENSORED]r as the drummer of the famous band ‘The Beatles.’ Though he suffered from illnesses for most part of his childhood, his poor medical condition inspired him to make a mark in the world of ‘rock and roll.’ When ‘The Beatles’ was formed, he was a member of another band called ‘Rory Storm and the Hurricanes.’ After receiving moderate acclaim with that group, he joined ‘The Beatles,’ replacing Pete Best – it was a move that changed his life for good! With his inclusion in the group, the band started featuring on most international music charts. Although his contribution to music as part of the band was not lauded as expected, he became a well-recognized figure in the world of music. Apart from music, this famous personality has also been featured in a number of documentaries and television shows. He has also hosted the television series ‘Thomas & Friends.’ He is also the founder of a supergroup called ‘Ringo Starr and His All-Starr Band.’

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Rep. Nancy Mace on Sunday said she supports Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy’s strategy of refusing to lift the debt limit, if Republicans win back the House, unless Democrats in the White House agree to spending cuts. “And I can tell you, I sit on the Oversight Committee, where we look at waste, fraud, and abuse in the federal agency level, and there is waste in every single agency,” Mace said to CNN’s Jake Tapper on “State of the Union.” The Republican from South Carolina said that when Covid-19 began, businesses had to make tough decisions about how they would keep their doors open, and the federal government continued to get record revenue without making those tough decisions. “We can find ways to be more responsible with our spending, just like we forced companies and businesses to during Covid. So, that’s one of the ways that I would approach it,” she said. When asked by Tapper about legislating and meeting with leaders of the Senate and people in the White House to come up with a way to reduce spending, Mace noted Republicans had been “shut out of many of those conversations.” “We have seen Republicans for a year-and-a-half now talk about more responsible spending, looking at the deficit spending in these bills that have been passed talking about how we can move this country forward. And we have been shut out.” In a separate appearance on “State of the Union” on Sunday, Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders said he sided with increasing the debt ceiling. “But what Republicans are basically doing – and I hope everybody understands this – they are saying look, we are prepared to let the United States default on its debt, not raise the debt ceiling, unless – you talk about making cuts.” Sanders added “You know what they’re talking about? Cuts in Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid. Is that irresponsible? It is absolutely irresponsible. You don’t use the debt ceiling to do that.” SURSA

The "jellyfish jamboree" was the result of a red drum spawning event. Thousands of globular cannonball jellyfish (Stomolophus meleagris) have washed ashore along a stretch of North Carolina coastline in what is being dubbed a "jellyfish jamboree." Park rangers from the Cape Hatteras National Seashore, part of the National Park Service (NPS), snapped photos of the spectacle on Friday (Oct. 14) and shared it in a Facebook post(opens in new tab). The "large swarm" washed up along the northern edge of Ocracoke Island, one in a chain of islands that makes up the Outer Banks. The sudden influx of these squishy, stinger-less blobs coincides with the presence of red drum (Sciaenops ocellatus), a species of saltwater fish that's currently in the midst of spawning season — the fish’s larvae also happen to be the preferred snack for the jellyfish, according to the post. Similar to actual cannonballs in both shape and size — the jellies weigh about 1 pound (450 grams) on average and measure 10 inches (24 centimeters) in diameter — the species is one of the most common types of jellyfish along the southeastern coast, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources(opens in new tab). So why did they wash up now? "Jellyfish rely on winds and currents to help them swim. Colder water temperatures, winds and currents can all play a role in them washing ashore," the post read. Related: Thousands of jellyfish swarm near Israel, mesmerizing images reveal And the stars lined up particularly well this year: a red drum spawning event combined with colder water temperatures to create a huge seafood buffet for the voracious blobs, according to Newsweek(opens in new tab). "Why blooms occur in some years and not in others, or why sometimes blooms are larger in some years compared to others is all tied to environmental factors, but not well understood," Cheryl Lewis Ames, an associate professor of applied marine biology at the Graduate School of Agricultural Science, Tohoku University in Japan, told Newsweek. "In my several decades of jellyfish research I have found that few jellyfish species will reliably show up just when you expect them." SURSA

The incident occurred just weeks before Tesla says the Semi is going into full production. When Elon Musk announced the Tesla Semi truck back in 2017, it brought a major potential disruption to the fore of the transportation industry. Reducing dependence on diesel fuel and its fluctuating cost, along with operating trucks that are theoretically cleaner and easier and cheaper to maintain is an alluring prospect to shipping companies and independent long haulers alike. As noble as electrifying America's passenger vehicles is, diesel burning Semi trucks are blamed for a significant portion of total vehicle emissions; so wide adoption of the Tesla Semi (or EV trucks like it) could be a big boon to the environment—especially if the electricity used to recharge those trucks is sustainably sourced from wind or solar. Things seemed promising as, shortly after the Semi's reveal, Pepsi Co. announced that it would be ordering 100 Tesla Semi trucks. At the time, Musk promised that the Semi would go into production in 2019. As you may have guessed, that didn't happen. Musk cited various reasons why the production of the Tesla Semi needed to be pushed back, including the global pandemic and parts shortages. It seemed like things were finally starting looking good when Musk announced in early October, 2022 that the Tesla Semi was finally going into production December 1 of this year. However, it looks like the truck has suffered another setback—even though it seems to be much further along than the also-oft-delayed Tesla Cybertruck.Yep, just a few weeks from the truck's latest promised production start date, a video surfaced on YouTube of a white Tesla Semi seemingly stuck on a freeway on ramp blocking traffic and forcing detours. The video was shot by a trucker passing by the blockage. As the camera zooms in, it can be seen that the Tesla Semi did not have a container trailer attached to it. A Tesla Support Ford Transit van is also on the scene, as well as another diesel semi truck. A tow truck is seen on the ramp but it's unclear if it is there to tow the Tesla Semi or the other truck. It's difficult to know what actually happened without speaking with Tesla directly, but the automaker has no PR department, so that's a non-starter. We can't say for certain why the Tesla Semi was seemingly stalled on this ramp, or why another semi truck was on the scene. The Tesla Semi truck website claims that it has a range between 300 and 500 miles, so perhaps this could have been a range test that went wrong? All we can do is speculate. Either way, having a Ford Transit appear to come to the rescue of your new Semi truck isn't a great look for Tesla. We'll update this story if more information surfaces. SURSA

Ever since the death of Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away last month at the age of 96, members of the royal family have continued to receive heartfelt messages from the public offering condolences, in the weeks following the televised funeral. King Charles III, who is the queen’s first-born child and the new monarch, has been writing back to the people thanking them for their love, support and sympathy during a difficult time for the family.The 73-year-old has chosen to share his thoughts with a sweet childhood photograph of his that also features his loving ‘mummy’ — as he fondly called her — who was Britain’s longest-reigning monarch. A picture of the king’s card was shared by one Twitter user. It appeared with his new signature, too, to signify the elevation of his rank. The cream coloured card with a black border was signed “R” after “Rex”, which means “King” in Latin.As mentioned earlier, it also featured a vintage photo in which the king was believed to have been all of 3 ½ years old. According to a People report, the photo was clicked at the Balmoral Castle in 1952. The mother-son duo appeared to be smiling while peeping outside the window of their Scottish home, where the queen died of age-related health complications on September 8, 2022.“It was so very kind of you to send me such a wonderfully generous message following the death of my beloved mother. Your most thoughtful words are enormously comforting, and I cannot tell you how deeply they are appreciated at this time of immense sorrow,” the king wrote and signed off as “CR”, meaning ‘Charles Rex’. The publication mentioned that Buckingham Palace‘s correspondence team has been working hard since the queen’s death. In fact, the palace had announced that it received “over 50,000 letters and messages of condolence, including 6,500 in just one day” after the funeral on September 19. SURSA