In circumstances that Taipei has characterized as “strange,” Chinese police have detained four employees of Foxconn, a Taiwanese manufacturer of iPhones. According to a statement released by Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council, the employees were taken into custody in Zhengzhou in the province of Henan on suspicion of “breach of trust.” Foxconn has been contacted by the BBC for comment. One of the largest employers in the world, the company has major manufacturing facilities in China and is the largest manufacturer of iPhones for US technology giant Apple. The detentions may have been caused by “abuse of power” by Chinese police,…
Author: Hasnain Abid Khanzada
Following rumors of his death, the Cameroonian authorities have prohibited the media from discussing President Paul Biya’s health. Regional governors were informed by Interior Minister Paul Atanga Nji that these stories “disturb the tranquility of Cameroonians.” He insisted, threatening that “offenders will face the rigor of the law” and stating that “any debate in the media about the president’s condition is therefore strictly prohibited.” The 91-year-old pioneer – in office for over forty years – has not been found openly since 8 September, when he went to a China-Africa discussion in Beijing. In response to rumors about Biya’s health, a…
Because they span such a large area and Russia has intensified its missile attacks, the head of the Odesa region in Ukraine has stated that its three ports are “not possible” to fully protect. He was speaking to the BBC after a Russian strike on a two-story building north of Odesa city killed a 16-year-old girl, two women, and a man. Oleh Kiper, head of the region, stated that “probably a ballistic missile was targeting an infrastructure facility, but it hit nearby instead – into this place.” This was the fourth such attack on the Black Sea coastal region in…
Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide, with early detection playing a critical role in reducing mortality. One of the most effective methods for early detection is colonoscopy screening. However, a recent trial called the **NordICC (Nordic-European Initiative on Colorectal Cancer) trial** has sparked debate, with some interpreting its results as suggesting that the benefits of colonoscopy might be overestimated. But is this really the case? In this blog, we explore why the benefits of screening colonoscopy may still be underestimated, despite the findings from the NordICC trial. ### Understanding the NordICC Trial The NordICC…
Mismatch repair (MMR) and microsatellite instability (MSI) testing has increased among patients with colorectal cancer (CRC) from 22.7 percent in 2012 to 71.5 percent in 2021. However, there are still access issues, with testing rates varying depending on the stage of the cancer, the individual hospital, the patient’s sex, race, and insurance status. METHODOLOGY: Although studies indicate that testing may still be underused, the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) recommended universal MMR and MSI testing for CRC patients in 2017. Researchers looked at 834,797 patients who were diagnosed with stage I to IV CRC between 2012 and 2021 at 1366…
After being accused of rape and sexual assault in an Australian court, British YouTuber and singer Yung Filly, whose real name is Andrés Felipe Valencia Barriento, was granted bail. The 29-year-old was accused of four counts of sexual penetration without consent, three counts of assault that resulted in bodily harm, and one count of obstructing breathing. Following his performance at Bar120 nightclub on September 27, the alleged incident took place in a Perth hotel on September 28. This week, Barriento was taken into custody in Brisbane and extradited to Perth, where he appeared in court. PA claims that during his…
Jennie, who is a member of BLACKPINK, has released her new solo video for the song “Mantra.” The video is heavily influenced by the action-comedy film Rush Hour, which came out in 1998. As a nod to the classic film, the video begins with a scene that resembles an opening scene. Jennie demonstrates her signature fashion style throughout the video by posing with a variety of classic cars in various Los Angeles locations, alluding to the setting of Rush Hour. Jennie is seen in a number of scenes driving color-coordinated vehicles, such as lounging in a blow-up swimming pool, dancing…
The new selection committee will announce the Pakistani national team for the upcoming white-ball tour of Australia, which will be announced by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). Former cricketers Azhar Ali and Aaqib Javed are likely to join the panel, according to sources. Both have indicated that they are willing to work together with the PCB on projects that go beyond team selection and aim to develop the squad’s young talent. Aleem Dar, a former elite umpire for the International Cricket Council, is also expected to be appointed to the new committee. This follows Mohammad Yousuf’s resignation as captain, which…
Over allegations of “anti-competitive” behavior, Lionel Messi’s drink company, Mas+ by Messi, Logan Paul, and KSI’s Prime Hydration are engaged in a legal dispute. Mark Anthony International, the distributor of Mas+, filed a lawsuit on October 8, 2024, claiming that their packaging does not violate Prime’s design and seeking a declaratory judgment. Prime Hydration is said to have demanded that Mas+ stop selling unless the drink’s packaging was changed, which led to the legal action. According to the lawsuit, Prime also threatened to sue Mas+ for trademark and trade dress infringement, which prompted Mas+ to defend their brand. A survey…
Captain Shan Masood mourned the group’s failure to tie down a success after a dampening rout to Britain in the primary Test in Multan, where they neglected to exploit major areas of strength for an innings all out of 550. England won the match by an innings and 47 runs. This was Pakistan’s sixth loss in a row in a Test match. It is important to note that Pakistan is the first team in 147 years to lose by an innings after scoring 500 runs in a Test match. Masood remarked, “We’ve spoken about the third innings or fourth innings,…
